Parents and caregivers are encouraged to utilize the SIS ParentVUE platform to access crucial information such as student attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. A video is available for those needing assistance in creating a ParentVUE account. The same account remains valid until the student graduates, allowing access to information about multiple students within a family.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools will administer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) to 10th and 11th graders on October 8, with 12th graders participating in SAT School Day on the same date. Students requiring testing accommodations or multilingual support should refer to the FCPS website for guidance on submitting requests by August 4 for accommodations and August 28 for multilingual support.
Families earning less than 185% of the poverty level can apply for Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) for their children. Applications are now open for the 2025-26 school year. Students previously approved will continue receiving meals at no cost during the first 30 days of school this year until a new application is processed.
Summer meal services continue through August 15, offering free breakfast and lunch to all children aged 18 and younger. Additionally, Virginia’s sales tax holiday will take place from August 1 to August 3, covering eligible items like school supplies and clothing.
Parents should ensure their children have all required immunizations before school starts. The Fairfax County Health Department provides immunization services with limited walk-in hours or by appointment. Inova Cares Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs offer free physicals and immunizations for registered patients with VA Medicaid or without insurance.
The FCPS School Board has updated Boundary Policy 8130 regarding phasing based on student grade levels during boundary changes. No boundary changes are proposed for the upcoming school year.
FCPS students engage in various summer learning programs, including drama, STEM camps, and more. These programs provide opportunities to explore interests while reinforcing academic concepts.
Kristen King and Saanvi Vangapalli were recognized by AAA as safety patrollers of the year. Blanca Carbajal received the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award at the FCPS Equity Symposium for her contributions to educational equity.
FCPS invites individuals interested in special education careers or bus driving positions to explore job opportunities within the district. A job fair is scheduled for July 30 at Marshall High School, featuring a $2,000 signing bonus for new bus drivers.
Sandy Anderson was elected chair and Robyn Lady vice chair of the Fairfax County School Board for the upcoming school year. The first day of school is set for August 18, with early release Wednesdays proposed for elementary schools available on the FCPS website.
