Today our Tolbert third graders became world travelers! With passports in hand, they explored the wonders of ancient civilizations—visiting Greece, Rome, Mali, China, and Egypt. What an incredible journey through history!
We know there have been questions and a desire for more clarity around the proposed changes to our retiree healthcare offerings. We’ve created a webpage with a variety of resources explaining the proposed RHRA plan: https://www.lcps.org/rhra
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://lcps.pub/42CTEx0
Do you struggle to see how collaboration is a key skill for success? Hear from an LCPS specialist as she shares her experience preparing materials, resources, and supports that benefit students and staff—and why working together makes all the difference. It's not just about content; it’s about connection, innovation and impact. Watch now: https://vimeo.com/1059874824/
Interested in a bilingual future for your child? Join our Spanish-only webinar to learn about the Dual Language Immersion program for English Learner families. Two opportunities to join! To register for the noon session, visit https://lcps.pub/4llpm9q. To register for the 6:00 p.m. session, visit https://lcps.pub/4lp7Zo8
April is the Month of the Military Child, and today (April 9) is #PurpleUp! for Military Kids Day. We’re wearing purple to honor all of the brave and resilient children of our military members. #MonthoftheMilitaryChild #PurpleUpVA
Hear how LCPS students benefit from learning skills like troubleshooting and problem-solving from the CEO of Morven Park—1,000 acres of a one-of-a-kind place that requires careful planning and leadership to run. Discover how they navigate job demands while ensuring every voice in the room is heard. Learn more: https://vimeo.com/1056878840/
It's National Assistant Principals and Deans Week! A big thank you for all you do!
Students from LCPS partner with a nearby biomedical research institute. Hear their community relations manager share why problem-solving is a critical skill for success in this field and how tackling challenges leads to innovation. Watch now: https://vimeo.com/1055365508
The ACCESS Academy application for fall 2025 is open now through April 11! This specialized program at Potomac Falls High School offers students real-world IT experience, industry certifications and college credits while still in high school. Apply today! Learn more: www.lcps.org/accessacademy.
Did you know hospitals need employees with all types of skills? LCPS partners with INOVA to offer student opportunities from facilities maintenance to finance to patient care. Learn more about how relationships are key to being successful from Inova Loudoun Hospital president, Susan Carroll! https://vimeo.com/1058610506
Social workers promote and support students’ academic and social success and are members of each school’s mental health team. Learn more about school social workers as we celebrate our school social workers during Social Work Month. #SocialWorkMonth https://www.vimeo.com/818421265
Join us for the Explore ACCESS Academy: IT, College Credits and Career Readiness, an informational webinar event on April 1 at 6:00 p.m. Learn how this specialized program at Potomac Falls High School, offered in partnership with George Mason University, NOVA and LCPS, provides students with real-world IT experience, industry certifications and college credits. To Register: https://bit.ly/AccessApr1 - For more information: www.lcps.org/accessacademy.
Once again, LCPS partnered with Virginia Economic Development to produce Farmer Trading Cards. Elementary school students can pick them up during breakfast and lunch meal service this week, March 24-28. Read more about this year’s farmers: https://lcps.pub/4kV0aGG
Who's Your Farmer? Andrew Taylor, a local agritourism farmer shares how agriculture connects communities and why knowing your farmer matters. Discover how skills for success shape the future. Watch to learn more! https://vimeo.com/1053481036
The LCPS Annual Family Survey is open! Check your email for a link from Dr. Aaron Spence. Share your feedback to help shape school decisions. Complete one survey per school your child attends. Questions? Email research@lcps.org.
Parents and guardians are invited to a Distance Learning Live Fireside Chat and Q&A Webinar to learn more about virtual distance learning in LCPS. This session will cover curriculum delivery, student engagement strategies, special needs considerations, social-emotional learning and the role of parents in a virtual environment. Tonight, Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. To Register, visit https://bit.ly/DistanceLearningMarch
March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day! Wear fun socks on Friday!
April 2nd is Autism Acceptance Day! Wear red and keep it going all month for Autism Acceptance Month!
Now Accepting Applications for FREE Preschool!
LCPS Head Start & STEP programs are open for 2025-26 enrollment! Free, full-day preschool for eligible 4-year-olds. Apply early to secure a spot! Learn more at lcps.org/headstart.
