Are you ready for One LCPS Celebration Day tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 17? We are so proud of our school division and we want to celebrate! Students and staff can show their LCPS spirit by wearing their school’s spirit wear or school colors. Schools that show their spirit may receive awards. We look forward to seeing your LCPS spirit! #WeAreOneLCPS
It's National Ombuds Appreciation Day! Ombuds: Here to Hear You!
The ombuds office serves constituents – families, employees and community members – as a designated informal neutral resource to help them advocate for fairness, equity and consistency if they have concerns or issues. Learn more: lcps.org/ombuds
Joint Statement from Superintendent Aaron Spence and Board Chair Melinda Mansfield on Safety, Student Privacy and Misinformation: https://lcps.pub/4eXqSKK
Reminder: Get your walking shoes on and tune up the wheels on your bike or scooter, National Walk & Roll to School Day is today, Wednesday, October 9!
#WalkRollToSchoolDay
Happy National Principals Month! Thank you for leading and inspiring us every single day.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth
Sunday, October 6, is National Coaches Day. Thank you, LCPS coaches and mentors!
LCPS Families & Staff: Your voice matters, and LCPS is committed to listening. Please take a few moments to take the survey on the LCPS Bell Schedule and School Calendar. Look for an email today, October 1, with the link to the survey. We want to ensure that any future adjustments continue to meet the needs of our students and families. The survey closes October 15. Details: https://lcps.pub/4eBYcHg
Join LCPS Superintendent Dr. Spence at the Workforce Summit on Fri., Oct. 18, where thought leaders, educators, nonprofits & community members will come together to collaborate on how to shape the next generation of workforce talent. RSVP by October 14: https://lcps.pub/3XCz3Fz
Congratulations to Freedom, Loudoun Valley and Loudoun County High Schools for earning the 2024 Cognia School of Distinction Award, which recognizes schools and school systems that exemplify excellence in education. Read more: https://lcps.pub/4dgWv0U
Attend the first ever School Nutrition Services Food Show on Friday, Oct. 4, at Independence High School from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sample new and exciting recipes and provide feedback about new foods for school menus that students love and align with current food service trends.
Check out this Think Fast with Superintendent Spence! Each month, Dr. Aaron Spence answers a few rapid-fire questions from students and staff. https://lcps.pub/3XQpDr9
Join us at Park View High School on Friday, September 20, at 6:00 p.m. for a live performance by the Hampton University Marching Force at the football stadium.
High School juniors and seniors interested in joining the HU marching band can audition from 4:00-5:00 p.m. This audition is open to all instrumentalists, color guard and dance team members! Sign up: https://lcps.pub/3B8VI4C
Today, Tuesday, September 17, is National IT Professional Day. Thank you for everything you do for our staff and students each and every day!
Today, when classes are in session, we celebrate Constitution Day to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787.
LCPS and Varsity Tutors are hosting their third Parent Informational Webinar on Tuesday, September 17, at 6:30 p.m. This session will provide an overview of exciting FREE learning opportunities for kindergarten through grade 12 students. These include tutoring, enrichment classes, 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring, on-demand essay review, and live classes. Whether students need help with homework, classwork or test prep, the Varsity Tutors platform has them covered. Please note, all classes are offered in English only.
Register here: https://lcps.pub/4d6DlL9
Blue Ridge Middle, Farmwell Station Middle and Woodgrove High Schools were recognized by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources for including environmental literacy in their curricula through the Virginia Naturally School Recognition Program. These three schools are among 58 statewide to receive this recognition for the 2023-24 school year. Read more: https://lcps.pub/4emjto4
Today marks the 23rd anniversary of 9/11. Today we honor the victims, families, first responders and survivors of that day. The NJROTC cadets at Loudoun County High School placed flags on the front lawn in honor of each life lost during the 9/11 attacks. #NeverForget
In considering whether some school names reflect LCPS’ values of inclusion and diversity, the Loudoun County School Board is considering changing some school names and is seeking public comment. A Community Town Hall will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. at Smart’s Mill Middle, specifically to discuss the name of Frances Hazel Reid Elementary School. Loudoun County citizens may attend the September 17 public meeting.
🚀 Exciting News! LCPS has a new and updated app! 🌟 With a sleek design and new features, accessing LCPS and school updates has never been easier. Download the app from the Google Play or Apple App Store and explore it today!
The Loudoun County School Board will hold a meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, at the Loudoun County Public Schools Administrative Offices, 21000 Education Court, Ashburn. For details: https://lcps.pub/47jLEC4
