LCPS, the Loudoun Education Foundation and Amazon.com celebrated a new Think Big Corner with hands-on STEM activities at Potowmack Elementary School! Amazon worked with LCPS to select four elementary schools to receive an Amazon Think Big Corner, which also includes Forest Grove Elementary, Frederick Douglass Elementary School and Guilford Elementary School. Amazon also launched its newest Think Big Mobile Van, which will be traveling all over Northern Virginia to engage students in STEM learning.
Movement is for everyone. Whether it’s a walk, stretch or dance break, LCPS encourages all staff and families to take time each day to move in a way that feels right for them. www.lcps.org/familywellness
Just 11 days until the LCPS Week of Play begins. Join us as we celebrate wellness and encourage physical activity for all ages and fitness levels, May 5–9. www.lcps.org/familywellness
An important community update from Dr. Spence: https://www.lcps.org/article/2167220
We're celebrating two outstanding educators for being named Teacher and Principal of the Year by The Washington Post. Congratulations Kimberly Poole, teacher at J. Lupton Simpson Middle School, and Jeff Joseph, principal at Dominion Trail Elementary School. Thank you for making a difference every day!
This April, learn how to make the most of your partnership with LCPS. Connecting the Dots: Navigating School Communication on April 23, at 12 p.m. or 6 p.m., will help you stay informed, resolve concerns and advocate effectively for your child. Spring forward with confidence! Visit www.lcps.org/familyacademy to join the conversation.
We know there have been questions and a desire for more clarity around the proposed changes to our retiree healthcare offerings. We’ve created a webpage with a variety of resources explaining the proposed RHRA plan: https://www.lcps.org/rhra
The Loudoun County School Board passed an updated Grading and Assessment Policy 5030 on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Read more about the updated policy and next steps: https://lcps.pub/42CTEx0
Do you struggle to see how collaboration is a key skill for success? Hear from an LCPS specialist as she shares her experience preparing materials, resources, and supports that benefit students and staff—and why working together makes all the difference. It's not just about content; it’s about connection, innovation and impact. Watch now: https://vimeo.com/1059874824/
Interested in a bilingual future for your child? Join our Spanish-only webinar to learn about the Dual Language Immersion program for English Learner families. Two opportunities to join! To register for the noon session, visit https://lcps.pub/4llpm9q. To register for the 6:00 p.m. session, visit https://lcps.pub/4lp7Zo8
April is the Month of the Military Child, and today (April 9) is #PurpleUp! for Military Kids Day. We’re wearing purple to honor all of the brave and resilient children of our military members. #MonthoftheMilitaryChild #PurpleUpVA
Hear how LCPS students benefit from learning skills like troubleshooting and problem-solving from the CEO of Morven Park—1,000 acres of a one-of-a-kind place that requires careful planning and leadership to run. Discover how they navigate job demands while ensuring every voice in the room is heard. Learn more: https://vimeo.com/1056878840/
It's National Assistant Principals and Deans Week! A big thank you for all you do!
Students from LCPS partner with a nearby biomedical research institute. Hear their community relations manager share why problem-solving is a critical skill for success in this field and how tackling challenges leads to innovation. Watch now: https://vimeo.com/1055365508
The next Student Success Talk with Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence is on April 3 at J.L. Simpson Middle School! The event will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., covering topics such as ParentVUE, testing, mental health and college readiness. Visit the LCPS website for details. www.lcps.org/successtalks We hope to see you there!
Did you know hospitals need employees with all types of skills? LCPS partners with INOVA to offer student opportunities from facilities maintenance to finance to patient care. Learn more about how relationships are key to being successful from Inova Loudoun Hospital president, Susan Carroll! https://vimeo.com/1058610506
Social workers promote and support students’ academic and social success and are members of each school’s mental health team. Learn more about school social workers as we celebrate our school social workers during Social Work Month. #SocialWorkMonth https://www.vimeo.com/818421265
Join us for the Explore ACCESS Academy: IT, College Credits and Career Readiness, an informational webinar event on April 1 at 6:00 p.m. Learn how this specialized program at Potomac Falls High School, offered in partnership with George Mason University, NOVA and LCPS, provides students with real-world IT experience, industry certifications and college credits. To Register: https://bit.ly/AccessApr1 - For more information: www.lcps.org/accessacademy.
Once again, LCPS partnered with Virginia Economic Development to produce Farmer Trading Cards. Elementary school students can pick them up during breakfast and lunch meal service this week, March 24-28. Read more about this year’s farmers: https://lcps.pub/4kV0aGG
Who's Your Farmer? Andrew Taylor, a local agritourism farmer shares how agriculture connects communities and why knowing your farmer matters. Discover how skills for success shape the future. Watch to learn more! https://vimeo.com/1053481036