The 2026 LCPS Annual Staff, Student and Family Survey is officially open! Check your for an email from lcpssurveys@lcps.org. To make the process convenient, families with children in multiple schools will receive one email that provides access to a survey for each school where a child is enrolled.
Whether you have one student or three, the one simple link allows you to share feedback for every school in your household. Your insight helps us celebrate our successes and identify where we can improve for our students.
Share your thoughts by March 17!
Whether you have one student or three, the one simple link allows you to share feedback for every school in your household. Your insight helps us celebrate our successes and identify where we can improve for our students.
Share your thoughts by March 17!
Now Accepting Applications for Free Preschool!
LCPS offers free, full-day preschool for eligible 4-year-olds through Head Start and STEP. Our programs focus on play-based learning, social development and kindergarten readiness, with support available throughout the application process.
Learn more: lcps.org/preschool
Your voice helps LCPS grow!
The 2026 LCPS Annual Staff, Student and Family Survey arrives in your inbox this Thursday, Feb. 19. This is your chance to share your thoughts on the learning environment and help us plan for the year ahead. Be sure to verify your email in ParentVUE today to make sure you receive your link!
The 2026 LCPS Annual Staff, Student and Family Survey arrives in your inbox this Thursday, Feb. 19. This is your chance to share your thoughts on the learning environment and help us plan for the year ahead. Be sure to verify your email in ParentVUE today to make sure you receive your link!
Four Loudoun County Public Schools, Sugarland, Sterling, Sully and Guilford elementary schools, have been designated as Virginia Community Schools by the Virginia Department of Education.
The recognition reflects strong alignment with the Virginia Community School model, which supports academic success by focusing on basic student needs, family and community engagement, emotional and mental wellness and student motivation.
Nearly 60 sites across 13 school divisions earned the designation this year, highlighting a statewide commitment to collaborative, student-centered learning environments that help students thrive.
Read more: https://lcps.pub/469NCFI
The recognition reflects strong alignment with the Virginia Community School model, which supports academic success by focusing on basic student needs, family and community engagement, emotional and mental wellness and student motivation.
Nearly 60 sites across 13 school divisions earned the designation this year, highlighting a statewide commitment to collaborative, student-centered learning environments that help students thrive.
Read more: https://lcps.pub/469NCFI
Registration Open for LCPS Early Childhood Education Learning Lab Program
LCPS is now accepting applications for the 2026–27 Early Childhood Education (ECE) Learning Lab Program for children ages 3 to 4 (Birthdates between October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2023). The program offers hands-on learning in a caring environment while giving high school students real-world teaching experience.
Returning families: Submit the application by March 16, 2026, for a guaranteed seat in the current Learning Lab
New families: Submit the application starting February 2, 2026, and by March 16, 2026, to be considered for a lottery.
Families who apply after March 16, 2026 will be added to the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis.Applications received after March 16 will be added to the waitlist. Families will be notified based on their lottery number. If accepted, a nonrefundable payment of 50 percent of the annual fee is required to confirm placement.
Learn more and apply at the LCPS ECE Learning Lab webpage - https://lcps.org/ecelab.
Dominion and Potomac Falls High Schools turned a rivalry into something truly meaningful with the Battle of Sterling Blood Drive. Inspired by four‑year‑old Alfie, whose life was saved thanks to 88 blood donors, both school communities came together to host a blood drive, collecting 112 units of lifesaving blood. No matter which school claims bragging rights, the real winners are the people whose lives will be saved thanks to this act of generosity. Read more: https://lcps.pub/4bPfouM
Shannon Nealon, a kindergarten teacher at Catoctin Elementary, is this month’s SHINE award winner. Ms. Nealon was nominated by a parent who shared how she has made kindergarten an amazing experience for her child. In her nomination, the parent wrote that before the school year even began, Ms. Nealon sent a warm welcome letter and a read‑aloud video to help her students feel excited and ready for their first day of school. Then, throughout the year, Ms. Nealon has kept families informed, supported her students’ growth, and communicated with care. The parent described Ms. Nealon as “on the ball, kind, friendly, enthusiastic, and the epitome of what you want in a kindergarten teacher.”
As a SHINE award recipient, Ms. Nealon received a gift coordinated by the Loudoun Education Foundation and sponsored by Apple Federal Credit Union. SHINE, or Spotlighting Heroes in Education, is a joint LEF and LCPS initiative celebrating staff who go above and beyond for students and the community. Learn more at www.lcps.org/SHINE.
As a SHINE award recipient, Ms. Nealon received a gift coordinated by the Loudoun Education Foundation and sponsored by Apple Federal Credit Union. SHINE, or Spotlighting Heroes in Education, is a joint LEF and LCPS initiative celebrating staff who go above and beyond for students and the community. Learn more at www.lcps.org/SHINE.
Tune in to the School Board meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. as Heritage High School highlights how students participate in work-based learning that supports informed career decisions while connecting classroom learning to future goals.
Attention, parents and guardians! Student report cards are now available in ParentVUE. Need help with ParentVUE? Go to: https://lcps.pub/3YDrmzo
Speak a second language? Get credit for it! Loudoun County students in grades 9-12 can earn up to three high school credits and the VDOE Seal of Biliteracy just by taking the free Credit Through Testing (CTT) exam. Whether you learned a language at home or through life experience, this is your chance to fast-track your graduation requirements.
The spring registration window is open now through March 2, 2026. Testing will be held at six LCPS high schools. Check-in is from 5–6 p.m. and students have up to two hours to complete the assessment.
With over 100 languages available, don't miss out!
Learn more and sign up today: lcps.org/ctt
The spring registration window is open now through March 2, 2026. Testing will be held at six LCPS high schools. Check-in is from 5–6 p.m. and students have up to two hours to complete the assessment.
With over 100 languages available, don't miss out!
Learn more and sign up today: lcps.org/ctt
Discover practical and uplifting strategies to support your student’s mental health, academic and social engagement and overall well‑being at the LCPS United for Wellness Conference and Resource Fair. Join us on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Heritage High School for a day designed to empower families and strengthen student wellness.
In addition to participating in nearly 20 engaging learning sessions, you can also enjoy a vibrant resource fair featuring local businesses and nonprofits, plus food trucks and plenty of extra surprises. This event is open to the community: LCPS families, staff and community members. Find out more: https://lcps.pub/3WcdNXi
In addition to participating in nearly 20 engaging learning sessions, you can also enjoy a vibrant resource fair featuring local businesses and nonprofits, plus food trucks and plenty of extra surprises. This event is open to the community: LCPS families, staff and community members. Find out more: https://lcps.pub/3WcdNXi
Loudoun County Public Schools will open on time Monday, February 9, 2026. Check www.lcps.org or your school’s website for more information.
Congrats to Park View High School for being named a 2025 National ESEA Distinguished School, earning national recognition for its success in improving student achievement and delivering high-quality educational outcomes for all learners. Read more: https://lcps.pub/4bws2i7
The Loudoun County School Board Passes FY27 Operating Budget, Advancing Student Support, Expanded Programs and Employee Compensation: https://lcps.pub/4kig7GP
Loudoun County Public Schools is monitoring developing weather this evening, Feb. 3. Should accumulations impact scheduling, an announcement will be made as early as possible on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
If no announcement is made, schools will open on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, February 4, as previously communicated, with admin offices opening on time.
If no announcement is made, schools will open on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, February 4, as previously communicated, with admin offices opening on time.
We're proud to announce that Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence has been named Executive Leader of the Year by the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce as part of its annual Community Leadership Awards.
Read more.
Loudoun County Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay Tuesday, Feb.3 through Friday, Feb. 6. Admin offices will open on time each day. Announcements about weather developments that may impact school days or weekend activities will be shared as they develop.
Loudoun County Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay Monday, Feb. 2. Admin offices will open on time. For more info: www.lcps.org
LCPS status for Friday, January 30, 2026. Students will have no school and all activities are canceled. Exempt Licensed staff will have a workday. Buildings and admin offices open on time. LCPS Families, check your email for more detailed information about Saturday and Sunday campus schedules and scheduled food distributions for eligible families.
