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Lightridge High School Technology Student Association students showed their STEM skills on the national stage this summer, competing and winning at the TSA National Conference in Nashville. Their success highlights how LCPS programs like TSA build critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving skills that prepare students for life after high school. Read more: https://lcps.pub/425iIMJ

Six Houses, One Family: Lucketts Elementary is growing more than knowledge this year. Through its Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) House System and a new community tree, students and staff are building connections across grade levels and strengthening a culture of belonging every day. Read more: https://lcps.pub/46rWgyt

Congratulations to the 69 LCPS students who have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. These LCPS students were among the 1.3 million high school juniors who entered the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2024 PSAT, which served as an initial screen of program entrants. National Merit semifinalists are eligible to compete for one of the three National Merit Scholarships: National Merit $2,500 scholarships, corporate-sponsored scholarships, and college-sponsored scholarships. Merit Scholarship winners will be announced in phases next spring and summer. Read more: https://lcps.pub/4mMT6f7

New this year, we’ve prepared a report on the Innovation and Achievement happening across LCPS, highlighting the milestones we reached and the people and partnerships that made them possible. Read it here: https://lcps.pub/4nTvPsT

In our ongoing commitment to “ See Something, Say Something, Do Something,” please report any concerning information to your principal, to law enforcement or anonymously through the Safe2Talk app. Report – Don’t Repost, do not repost perceived threats or safety concerns on social media.

Congratulations to Gum Spring Middle School, J. Michael Lunsford Middle School and Seneca Ridge Middle School on being named Schools of Distinction by the Association of Middle Level Education. This honor recognizes the schools’ commitment to young adolescent education and continuous improvement. In total, 10 LCPS middle schools have earned this recognition since AMLE began recognizing Schools of Distinction in 2022. https://lcps.pub/3Ij9eqh

Volunteer Opportunity: Review Challenged Materials
Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking parents and staff to serve on committees reviewing challenged instructional materials. Volunteers will be contacted when a challenge arises and selected randomly from the eligible pool.

Sign-up is year-round, Aug. 1, 2025–July 31, 2026. Learn more and apply: Challenged Instructional Resources.

Class is back in session, and so is opportunity! This September, The Family Academy is charting the course to success with a look at special programs, centers and alternative pathways that can elevate your student’s journey.
Don’t miss Opportunities Ahead on Sept. 17 at 12 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Fall into a new school year with confidence. To learn more or register: lcps.org/familyacademy
All sessions are free and open to LCPS families with students in grades K-12.

The Code of Virginia Section 22.1-79.3:1 was amended in April to address student cell phone and smart device possession and use at school. The new law further defines “smart devices" as any personal electronic device that can connect to the Internet and wirelessly collect, process and transmit data, including smart watches, tablets, personal computers or Macs. Students will still be able to use specific personal technology as required for documented accommodations to support Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), 504 plans, medical needs, or English Learners.
We are asking for your feedback on potential positive and negative impacts, so we can address any gaps and unintended consequences due to aligning LCPS policies with the new state law.

Please provide your feedback by participating in this ThoughtExchange.

We’re back! The LCPS Family Academy returns this fall with new sessions designed to support your child’s academic and social success. Join us for free, virtual workshops that empower families with practical tools, expert advice, and real-world strategies.

Visit lcps.org/familyacademy for session information and registration links. Each session is offered twice – at noon and 6 p.m.

The Office of Sustainability concluded the first year of its Green Teams program with a Gallery Walk in which educators and students shared their schools’ eco-friendly projects, which included pollinator gardens, recycling programs, nature trails and more. The Green Teams program empowered educators to incorporate lessons about sustainability into everyday instruction and encouraged students to ask bold questions and tackle real-world challenges. The Green Team program continues this year at participating schools. Learn more: https://www.lcps.org/article/2376844

Ten Academies of Loudoun students traveled to Singapore this summer to take part in the culminating event of the 2024–2025 Singapore Research Collaboration with Hwa Chong Institution. The year long program pairs ACL and Hwa Chong students in teams to design and conduct original research while building cross-cultural understanding.

In addition to mentoring students, LCPS educators presented at the Global AI Nexus of Schools consortium, sharing insights on ACL’s approach to generative AI that will help shape future policies and practices worldwide! Read more: https://lcps.pub/4lKiRw0

Loudoun County Public Schools celebrated a milestone as Briar Woods and Tuscarora High Schools hosted a White Coat Ceremony on August 18, marking the second year of the Health and Medical Sciences (HAMSci) Academy!

The event recognized students beginning their four-year journey in health and medical sciences, a program that builds health literacy, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while preparing students for future study and careers in healthcare.

A special thank-you to our partners, the Claude Moore Charitable Foundation, the Loudoun Education Foundation, Inova Health System, and Google, for supporting this important program.

Read more: https://lcps.pub/47BKQKI