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Chantilly Offices Open Daily: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Please call the main office for assistance and to make registration appointments.
Chantilly Main Office: 703-222-8100
Chantilly High School Opening of School Events are listed above. An email has been sent to all families with details. Event dates and times are listed below.
Aug.11, 12 or 13: Charge Ahead - Optional Rising 9th Program
Aug. 20: Rising 9th and New Student Orientation, 8 to 11:30 a.m.
Aug. 20: Charging In Open House, 4:30 to 5:45 p.m.
Aug. 20: Back to School Night, 6:00 to 7:45 p.m.
August 24: First Day of School!!!
Aug. 28: Home Football vs. McLean High School, 7:00 p.m.
Sept. 4, 7: School Closed, Labor Day Holidays
Sept. 25 to 26: Homecoming Weekend
FCPS SY27 Calendar
Hello, Chantilly Families and Students,
Welcome to a new school year at Chantilly High School! Whether you are returning or joining our community for the first time, we are excited to begin a year filled with learning, growth, connection, and achievement.
Our theme for 2026–2027 is Carry the CHARGE. It is a reminder that each of us has an important role in the success of our school. When students, families, staff, and community partners work together, we create a place where every Charger feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed.
At Chantilly, CHS represents the values that guide us:
Choose Character.
Lead with Honor.
Serve Others.
Carrying the CHARGE means living these values through our daily choices. It means knowing the target, owning the learning, monitoring progress, and celebrating growth as well as achievement. It also means listening to every voice, supporting one another’s goals, and taking responsibility for the strength of our entire school community.
This year, we challenge every Charger to own your part. Set meaningful goals. Ask for help when you need it. Encourage others. Get involved. Explore your interests, build new relationships, and look for opportunities to belong, learn, lead, and serve.
Our success is a shared responsibility. Together, we will create the conditions for every student to thrive—not only through individual effort, but through strong partnerships and a collective commitment to one another.
Let’s make 2026–2027 an outstanding year as we Carry the CHARGE together.
Every Charger Counts: Every Voice. Every Goal. Every Day.
New Device Policy - No BYOD bell to bell
New Requirement for Student Device Use During the School Day
Starting this school year, students must use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. This is in accordance with a new School Board requirement, approved on July 16, which states that students may not use personal electronic communication or computing devices, including personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices.
Students may only use their personal device if it is required as part of a necessary accommodation in the students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan. A principal or the principal’s designee may approve a limited, course-specific exception for students enrolled in a specialized class when the curriculum requires a technology tool or software that isn’t available on a standard FCPS-issued device.
Families can help support this requirement by reminding students to bring their FCPS-issued device each day and use it for all school-related digital activities unless an approved exception applies.
Back to School Checklist!
We’re Eager to Welcome You Back to School!
As summer winds down, we are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Use the following list to help make sure your child is ready!
☑️ Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE
Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Contact our registrar at [email/phone number] if you need an activation code. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
Update Your Contact Information
Be sure you receive important information! Update your phone number(s) and/or email address(es) by clicking “My Account” and reviewing the “Online Verification/Update.” On that form, you can also update immunization records, health information, and emergency contacts.
☑️ Update Immunizations and Records
Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy.
When your child is immunized, remember to request a copy of their immunization record and bring that to our front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.
☑️ Learn About School Meals
Families need to provide their children with money to purchase meals at school or send them with a packed lunch. Alternatively, families may apply to receive free and reduced-price meal benefits, pending approval.
☑️ Bookmark the School Year Calendar
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:
- Days marked blue with an “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
- Days marked orange with an “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings, if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days.
- Days marked as TW, SD, and SP and in pink are holidays for students but working days for teachers and staff.
Please note that some holidays and observances, such as Eid al Fitr, may shift, and the calendar may be adjusted.
📣 Chantilly High School: Student Services & Back-to-School Updates
Dear Charger Families,
We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday, August 24! Below, you will find important updates regarding schedules, upcoming orientation events, and key dates for the start of the school year.
📋 Student Services & Schedule Information
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Official Schedules Released: Available on Thursday, August 20 via ParentVUE/StudentVUE.
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Schedule Changes: Schedule change requests will not be accepted or processed at this time (unless there is an error).
- Add/Drop Period (Aug 28 – Sept 11):
- Changes will only be made if seats are available in the requested course.
- Students must email their assigned counselor starting August 28 to request a change.
🗓️ Important Dates & Key Events
💻 Parent & Student Information Webinars
We recognize there are updates to counselor/administrator assignments and new processes this year. Please join us to learn more about how your student will be supported! (Recordings will be shared if you cannot attend live).
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Parent Virtual Meeting: Thursday, August 6 | Recording
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Student Virtual Meeting: Friday, August 7 | Recording -We will also post resources to Schoology
- Feedback and Question Form for Students
🏫 Freshmen & New Student Orientation
Thursday, August 20 | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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What to Expect: Students will meet teachers, tour the building, and explore opportunities at CHS.
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Bus Transportation: Round-trip busing is provided from Brookfield, Poplar Tree, Lees Corner, Oak Hill, and Greenbriar East Elementary Schools. Pick-ups begin around 7:40 AM.
🛑 Arrival & Pickup Guidelines for Orientation:
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Arrival: We strongly encourage riding the feeder school buses, walking, or biking. An impromptu Kiss & Ride will be used for morning drop-off.
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Pickup: Kiss & Ride is not available for dismissal. If picking up your student, please park in a designated parking spot and coordinate a meeting location with your child. Parking along the Fire Lane (front of the tennis court side) is strictly prohibited.
🎈 "Charging-In" Open House
Thursday, August 20 | 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM
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Who: All CHS students & families!
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Activities: Meet teachers, buy CHS swag, join PTSA & Boosters, explore clubs, and enjoy local food trucks.
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Parking: Parking is limited! Please carpool, walk, or bike if possible. Overflow parking is available at Greenbriar West Elementary School.
🎒 In-Person Back to School Night (BTSN)
Thursday, August 20 | 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM (For Parents)
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Overview: Parents will walk through their student’s daily schedule, meet teachers, and learn about curriculum, expectations, and available supports.
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Schedule Reminder: Please view your student's schedule in ParentVUE, or have your child write down their periods (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8). Paper schedules will NOT be provided at the door.
📅 Mark Your Calendars!
- 🔔 Monday, August 24: First Day of School! (School starts promptly at 8:10 AM)
- 🎓 Tuesday, September 1: Senior Parent Night | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (CHS Auditorium)
- 🖥️ Wednesday, September 16: 9th Grade Parent Virtual Meeting | 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Join Dr. Goodloe and Amy Parmentier to discuss student support, social-emotional learning, college/career readiness, and the testing calendar.
❓ Questions?
If you have any questions regarding this communication, please reach out to Amy Parmentier, Director of Student Services, at agparmentier@fcps.edu.
Chantilly Pyramid Magic School Bus Annual Event - Wish List Help Needed!
Every August, staff members from the Chantilly Pyramid schools visit communities in our boundary to meet families, welcome students, and distribute school supplies to students in need. Each year, we see an increase in students who need assistance, and we are hoping that our caring Charger community will help us again this year by donating the most-requested school supplies.
Any size donation is appreciated and will go directly to a student in the Chantilly pyramid. You may order directly through our Amazon Wish List or drop off supplies to Chantilly HS main office Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through August 7, 2026. We will also take gently used Chantilly spirit wear if you or your Charger are ready to retire some CHS gear. If you would like to watch The CHS Knightly News segment about the Magic School Bus, please use this link to view.
We are in need of the following:
- Backpacks
- Crayons
- Colored Pencils
- Non-perishable snacks such as fruit snacks, granola bars, juice boxes and snack size boxes of crackers, chips, and cereal
- Pencils
- Composition Books
- Pencil Pouches
- College Ruled Notebooks
- Black and Blue Pens
- College and Wide-Ruled Notebook Paper
Thanks for your ongoing support- we love our Charger Community!
New Cellphone Policy for 26-27
Updated FCPS Cellphone Policy: No Phones or Devices During Lunch for High School Students
Under a new Virginia cellphone law (SB108) and the updated FCPS Cellphone Policy, high school students at FCPS will no longer be able to use cellphones and other smart devices during lunch time, starting July 1. This includes watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other items connected to the internet. During the school day, including during lunch time, high school students will have to keep cellphones and other smart devices off and stored in a locker, backpack, pouch, purse, etc. This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. Visit the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage for more information.
Starting Strong and Organized - Brain First Strategies for the New School Year
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 10 - 11:30 AM
Children and youth with neurodiversity and who experience other hurdles to learning are more likely to struggle with back-to-school transitions and the essential executive functions that schools expect of them. Join Formed Families Forward as they explore why our kids' brains sometimes seem to work against logic and organization. They will offer solid strategies and tools for improving organization and strengthening routines that help kids feel safer and more ready to tackle the new school year stronger than ever.
Register here
Digital Wellness and Cyber Threat Indicators in K-12:When Online Behavior Becomes a Safety Concern
Friday, September 18, 2026 10 - 11:30 AM
This session will provide FCPS Parent/Guardians with a broad understanding of how digital wellness concerns can overlap with cybersecurity, student safety, behavioral risk indicators, and emerging online threats. This session focuses on awareness, early identification, and appropriate escalation pathways.
Register here
Navigating the Digital Age: Creating Digital Balance as a Family
Friday, September 25, 2026 10 - 11:30 AM
This session offers caregivers practical strategies for establishing healthy relationships with technology at home. We will explore how to model balanced digital habits, foster open communication, and work as a family to find a healthy balance. You will leave this session with steps on how to create healthy technology habits for the whole family, and how to keep kids connected without technology.
Register here
Chantilly Chargers
Home Football 2026
All Home Games Kick Off at 7:00 p.m.
Wear Purple. Pack the Stands. Go Chargers!
Friday, August 28 - McLean
Thursday, September 3 - West Springfield
Friday, September 25 - HOMECOMING - Langley
Friday, October 16 - South Lakes
Friday, October 30 - Westfield
 Ox Hill Baptist Church is sponsoring an End of Summer Bash on Saturday, August 15 from 4 to 6 P.M. a free event with food, music, games, community services, bounce houses, school supplies and fun for all!
Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
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