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Digital PSAT Replaces Paper in Fall 2023

This October, the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in Fairfax County in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests. Additional information is available about accommodations for students with disabilities.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy

High school students can access virtual mental health services via live video sessions, at no cost to families. FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to offer the therapy sessions.

Summer Camps

Register now for FCPS summer camps, including Institute for the Arts (IFTA) for grades 6-11 and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Academy for grades 7-11.

Last Day of School (Early Release)

June 16, 2023

School Begins - First Day of School

August 21, 2023

Holiday (Labor Day Break)

September 01, 2023 – September 04, 2023

Student Holiday - Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 09, 2023

End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release

November 03, 2023

Student Holiday

November 06, 2023

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Program Highlight: Fashion Careers

Ms. Barry is thrilled to be teaching the next generation of fashion professionals in the same Academy program that gave her an early jumpstart to her design career. She brings a fresh and up-to-date curriculum for a quickly changing industry to the students. She also encourages students to lean into their own personal style and self-expression. Ms. Barry is passionate about helping students with their college and portfolio application process and scholarship goals.

Program Highlight: Musical Theatre and Actor's Studio

The Musical Theatre & Actors Studio [MTAS] is a thriving performing arts program that provides students with one-of-a-kind educational experiences, professional-level training, and unique industry exposure. Professional partnerships are a very special aspect of MTAS. The Tony Award®-winning professional theatre, Signature Theatre, gives our young artists access to Signature's staff and affiliated artists in an unprecedented manner, while Performing Arts Chairs of several colleges and conservatories deliberately plan visits to MTAS to pre-screen and scout students for admission to their programs.

Program Highlight: MCT

Whether its making beats, or a full out film orchestration, students should have the opportunity to establish their music voice and identity the way modern composers do. In MCT, you can find a series of dedicated musicians ready to collaborate, and grow together. As your instructor, Mr. Carlin is here to help you navigate the music industry however you choose!

Twenty-three FCPS Students Named 2023 National Merit College-Sponsored Scholarship Winners

Twenty-three Fairfax County Public Schools students from ten high schools have been named winners of 2023 Merit Scholarship awards by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

John R. Lewis High School Hosts U.S. Vice President for School Safety Event

FCPS Superintendent Reid and Vice President Harris urge safer schools, student leaders to use voices.<br />

Superintendent's Weekly Reflections

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Digital PSAT Replaces Paper in Fall 2023

This October, the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in Fairfax County in a digital format. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than for paper/pencil tests. Additional information is available about accommodations for students with disabilities.