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
Last fall, in a significant step toward enhancing the safety and well-being of students and community, the LCSB unanimously passed a resolution on Secure Storage Notification. To increase awareness and help our families stay safe at home, families have been sent a reminder of the importance of the secure storage of firearms. Read more on the LCPS website about secure storage. https://www.lcps.org/o/lcps/page/secure-gun-storage
Countryside Elementary students continue to inspire! When author Celesta Rimington visited, she not only shared her writing journey but also joined the Battle of the Books team for lunch. Their lively conversation about stories, imagination and favorite reads left a lasting impression. Two years later, Rimington included Countryside students in her book, a powerful reminder of how literacy programs, librarians and a love of reading shape students for years to come. Read more: https://lcps.pub/41rnXpE
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
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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
Family Life Education materials for 2025–26 are now available in ParentVUE. Want to preview them in person? Join us Aug. 25, 26 or 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the LCPS Administrative Offices. Learn more at lcps.org/fle
A local CEO is giving back to Loudoun County Public Schools after connecting with the same kind of support that shaped his own path. He was moved by the vibrant and diverse community at Sterling Middle School and the commitment to students and families.
Thank you, Mr. Garcia, for helping create more opportunities and showing how partnerships can make a lasting impact.
Thank you, Mr. Garcia, for helping create more opportunities and showing how partnerships can make a lasting impact.
Plan to attend Setting Students Up for Success After High School, a workshop about how SchooLinks, a college and career readiness platform, can help you and your student plan for what comes after graduation. The workshop will be held on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Stone Bridge High School (43100 Hay Rd, Ashburn, VA). From 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., LCPS staff and SchooLinks representatives will provide an overview of SchooLinks’ features and show how SchooLinks can help you and your student navigate their academic and post-graduation pathway. From 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., we will discuss the College Application Manager, which helps students track and complete the college application process. Parents are invited to attend the entire workshop or just the portion that most applies to their student’s current needs.
Tune in to tomorrow’s School Board meeting as the One LCPS Spotlight highlights two exciting new opportunities for students: ACCESS Academy and The Recovery School.
Both programs launch this year and reflect our commitment to meeting students where they are and supporting their academic and personal success.
Watch live on Tuesday, August 12 at: https://lcps.pub/4m92oCi
Both programs launch this year and reflect our commitment to meeting students where they are and supporting their academic and personal success.
Watch live on Tuesday, August 12 at: https://lcps.pub/4m92oCi
Just 10 days until the 2025/26 school year kicks off! Starting today, families can log into ParentVUE to view student bus and class schedules:
High School schedules available at 9 a.m.
Middle School at noon
Elementary School at 2 p.m.
Remember: Online Verification must be completed before viewing schedules. Visit our First Day webpage for resources, FAQs and everything you need to start the year strong.
Congratulations to Daniel Mayer, a 2025 graduate of Briar Woods High School, for being one of just four students across Virginia recognized at the fourth annual event held July 24 at Virginia Commonwealth University. Read more.
Reminder About Parent/Guardian Opt-In for Third-Party Educational Tools and Services
As part of our efforts to provide an engaging learning experience, LCPS uses a range of digital tools and services to support instruction and enhance student learning. Beginning this 2025-2026 school year, LCPS is now required by Google to ask parents to consent, or “opt-in,” for their students to be able to access third-party applications not designed explicitly for K-12 use, which are commonly used in instruction, like YouTube, Google Maps, and Google Translate.
LCPS already limits access to applications that are not required or recommended for learning to the greatest extent possible on LCPS-issued devices and student permissions vary according to their elementary, middle or high school level.
When you complete the Online Verification process for your student(s), you will see a box to opt your student in for these third-party applications for their use in learning. If you have questions, please read the posted Frequently Asked Questions or visit the list of LCPS-approved software.
The countdown is officially on for the start of the 2025–26 school year!
Parents and guardians: your first step for this school year is logging into ParentVUE to complete Online Verification, which opened today. This important process ensures your student’s information is up to date. Online Verification must also be completed before you can access your student’s bus and class schedule, which will be available on Monday, August 11.
Visit our First Day webpage at www.lcps.org/firstday for everything you need to help you and your student start the school year.
Parents and guardians: your first step for this school year is logging into ParentVUE to complete Online Verification, which opened today. This important process ensures your student’s information is up to date. Online Verification must also be completed before you can access your student’s bus and class schedule, which will be available on Monday, August 11.
Visit our First Day webpage at www.lcps.org/firstday for everything you need to help you and your student start the school year.
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://www.lcps.org/article/2321825
Online Verification in ParentVUE opens Tuesday, August 5! Parents and guardians, this is your chance to: 1. Update or confirm your student’s info; 2. Make opt-in/opt-out selections; 3. Get ready to view class and bus schedules (available August 11!). Online Verification must be completed before being able to access class and bus schedules on Monday, Aug. 11. As a reminder, the first day of school is Thursday, Aug. 21. We are looking forward to welcoming your student for the 2025/26 school year!
From Formula 1 emissions to climate migration, LCPS students tackled big issues using GIS technology. Seven projects were featured on an international stage in July! Read more: https://lcps.pub/3H4FHQu
High School English Learner Teacher Amanda Stoermer, Stone Bridge, spent a week at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island, South Carolina, where she participated in the Marine Corps Educators Workshop. This immersive experience helps educators have informative conversations with students who are considering military service and allows educators to learn what their students with military aspirations might one day experience. www.lcps.org/article/2319904
Starting in 2025–26, students must arrive on time to be eligible for sports practices, competitions or performances. The previous 15-minute grace period has been removed. Full details are available at www.lcps.org/athletics. Questions should be directed to your school’s athletic director or the LCPS Division of Athletics and Activities.
New rules will affect rising ninth graders who request special permission to attend a school outside their assigned zone. These students will be ineligible to participate in VHSL athletics for 365 days unless they attended that school’s feeder middle school the previous year. Students attending their zoned school or an LCPS academic program remain eligible. Full details are available at www.lcps.org/athletics. Questions should be directed to your school’s athletic director or the LCPS Division of Athletics and Activities.