As you head into spring break, whether you're enjoying a staycation, traveling, spending time with friends, family or a little of both, we’ve got you covered with activities for all ages.
These ideas are easy to adapt, not just for spring break but throughout the season, making it simple to keep the fun going.
Even better, these activities do more than fill the day. They help students set positive goals, build and maintain healthy relationships and make responsible decisions, skills that support both well-being and success in and out of the classroom.
Explore activities and get started: https://www.lcps.org/familySEL
Reminder: The LCPS Distance Learning application window closes Friday, March 27.
LCPS offers two fully synchronous virtual options for 2026–2027:
> Virtual Distance Elementary (VDE) (grades 1–5) https://www.lcps.org/vde
> Virtual Distance Learning (VDL) (grades 6–12) https://www.lcps.org/vdl
Families must apply through ParentVUE for enrollment consideration. Current virtual students must reapply to continue.
This is the only opportunity to request Distance Learning for next school year. Apply by March 27.
Save your spot today! Explore the catalog and register at www.lcps.org/sia. A program fee applies.
Don’t miss out on this chance to create, learn and have fun this summer!
Join us March 18 at 12 or 6 p.m.
To learn more or register: lcps.org/familyacademy
Free for all LCPS families with students in grades K-12.
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!
All LCPS afternoon and evening activities will be allowed to continue as planned today, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. For more info: www.lcps.org
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
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
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!
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.