Mark your calendar!
Summer in the Arts registration opens March 17! LCPS’s dynamic program for rising sixth through 10th-grade students returns this summer with an exciting lineup of arts classes! Explore instrumental and vocal music, theater, visual arts, dance, creative writing and more.
Check out the catalog at
www.lcps.org/sia. A program fee applies. Don’t wait! Register March 17 and spark your creativity this summer!
2 months ago, LCPS
We have a champion!
C-O-N-G-R-A-T-U-L-A-T-I-O-N-S to Vikyath Tanamala from Belmont Ridge Middle School, winner of the 44th Annual Loudoun County Regional Spelling Bee!
The winning word? “Peccant”. How would you have done with the winning word?
After 16 rounds of intense competition, Vikyath spelled their way to victory. Way to B-E-E amazing!
For more details, visit
www.lcps.org/spellingbee.
2 months ago, LCPS
Heritage High School students recently had the rare opportunity to learn history directly from a Holocaust survivor who shared his childhood experiences under Nazi rule, his family’s escape, and his service in the U.S. Army during World War II. Hearing these firsthand stories helped students connect classroom learning to real human experiences and deepen their understanding of antisemitism and the Holocaust. Read more:
https://lcps.pub/4lliGIR2 months ago, LCPS
Paws and books made for a memorable morning at Aldie Elementary.
Students welcomed six therapy dogs, Snowball, Daisy, Archie, Sky, Kai and Gracie, for a “For the Love of Reading” celebration filled with literacy, creativity and connection.
Students rotated through engaging stations where they:
Listened to a read-aloud
Read dog-themed fiction and nonfiction
Collected fun facts to share on the morning show
Created bookmarks and thank-you notes for the handlers
Now, one question continues to reverberate throughout the halls of Aldie Elementary: When can the dogs come back?
Read more: https://lcps.pub/4cCvckS
2 months ago, LCPS
Nearly 600 families and community members attended United for Wellness to learn practical strategies to support student mental health and well‑being. From expert‑led sessions to a vibrant resource fair, the day brought our community together around one shared goal: helping every child thrive. This eighth annual event was coordinated by the LCPS Department of Student Services and reflects LCPS’s commitment to student well-being. More:
https://lcps.pub/4ulomH1 2 months ago, LCPS
Waterford Elementary’s fourth- and fifth‑grade Fusion students shared their voices to help shape how their school's outdoor spaces could be used. The students presented ideas for designing two new outdoor courtyards to promote outdoor learning and connection with nature. Using blueprints, 3‑D models and even Minecraft Education, they applied STEM skills and environmental design thinking to imagine spaces that support both outdoor learning and connection with nature. More:
https://lcps.pub/4ssbv452 months ago, LCPS
Loudoun County Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Admin offices will open on time. For more info:
www.lcps.org 2 months ago, LCPS
Potowmack Elementary enjoyed its first‑ever Kindness Fair. With support from Potomac Falls High School PEER students, the Potowmack students rotated through stations where they participated in hands-on activities that celebrated empathy, inclusion and respect. Students also explored coping strategies and participated in a dance party where they learned that kindness grows stronger the more you use it. The event, coordinated by the school’s Counseling team, strengthened connections and reinforced Potowmack’s commitment to ensuring that every student feels valued and included. More:
https://lcps.pub/47iytCe2 months ago, LCPS
The first‑ever TEDxYouth event in Loudoun County brought bold ideas to Belmont Ridge Middle School on Jan. 24, where 14 students shared original talks under the theme New Perspectives. Their presentations, on topics ranging from AI to personal growth, showcased the students’ creativity, curiosity and experiences. Coordinated by Belmont Ridge Middle School and Orblynx Academy, the event highlighted the innovation and insight students bring to their community. Read more:
https://lcps.pub/46sTGJz 3 months ago, LCPS
All LCPS afternoon and evening activities will be allowed to continue as planned today, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. For more info: www.lcps.org
3 months ago, LCPS
LCPS schools and Administrative Offices are closed tomorrow, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.
3 months ago, LCPS
Due to the potential for inclement weather, all activities on LCPS campuses are cancelled after 6 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026, and campuses will close. For more info: www.lcps.org
3 months ago, LCPS
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!
3 months ago, LCPS
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
3 months ago, LCPS
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!
3 months ago, LCPS
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/469NCFI3 months ago, LCPS
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.
3 months ago, LCPS
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/4bPfouM3 months ago, LCPS
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.
3 months ago, LCPS
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.
3 months ago, LCPS
