The LCPS Letter

LCPS is seeking feedback on school calendar options for the 2028/29 school year. Please check your email for a message and survey link from Dr. Aaron Spence, Superintendent, sent on Thursday, May 7. Today -- May 21 -- is the final day to complete the survey. Please note: If you don’t see an email, check your spam folder for the following email address: lcpssurveys@lcps.org.

All survey feedback will be reviewed by LCPS and by the School Board. The School Board will approve and adopt any future school calendars in accordance with state law and applicable Virginia Board of Education regulations. Families and staff will be notified when final school calendars are adopted.

Do you use ParentVUE on your phone or mobile device? If so, there is a new ParentVUE app that offers an easier-to-read and navigate design. All LCPS families are encouraged to download the new ParentVUE app. Next school year, all families who use the ParentVUE app will be required to download the new app. Get a head start by downloading the new app today!

Through ParentVUE, families can monitor their student’s classes and assignments, access bus information, report absences, view report cards and test results, connect to Schoology and Schoolinks and more. The new ParentVUE app offers all these features, but with a cleaner, easier-to-read and navigate design. Download the app from the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iPhone). Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to download the new app. The instructions also offer guidance if you are installing ParentVUE for the first time.

ParentVUE helps families stay connected to their student’s education from registration to graduation! If you have questions about the new ParentVUE app, including how to access ParentVUE, please contact your student’s school.

Students who use the StudentVUE app can download the updated StudentVUE app. Students always have access to StudentVUE on their Chromebooks and are not required to download the app on their personal devices. We know many of our students choose to use the StudentVUE mobile app outside of school.

As part of our ongoing efforts to improve communication with our families, we plan to launch a new two-way communication tool, Rooms by Apptegy, next school year. Families will be able to easily access Rooms through the LCPS app to view teacher messages, get school and activity updates and more, streamlining communication in a way that supports what staff, students and families value most.

Six schools have been participating in a Rooms by Apptegy pilot program. This pilot program will help with the successful implementation of Rooms in all schools at the beginning of the 2026/27 school year. Thank you to all the families of the six schools listed below for your participation in the pilot program.

• Belmont Ridge Middle School
• Riverside High School
• Steuart W. Weller Elementary School
• Seldens Landing Elementary School
• J. Lupton Simpson Middle School
• Virtual Loudoun

Please note: If you’ve downloaded the LCPS app from your phone’s app store, you will notice a section/tab at the bottom labeled “Rooms/Messaging.” You do not need to do anything with that right now unless you are part of the pilot schools.

If you haven’t downloaded the LCPS app yet, it’s a great way to find the latest information about your school, lunch menus and division news. Download the LCPS app by searching for “Loudoun County Public Schools” in your phone’s app store.

Important: We heard parents loud and clear when they told us they had way too many apps across schools and their students’ activities. Rooms will be the exclusive source of quick information from your LCPS teacher, coach or activity leader. Your student will still find all learning activities, assignments and resources in Schoology. And, parents will still find important student progress, grade and personal information in ParentVUE.

Please feel free to share your feedback and questions. Thank you for your support!

Celebrate literacy, creativity and community at the Rally for Reading Block Party on Saturday, May 30, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Sterling Community Center (120 Enterprise St., Sterling). Meet award‑winning creators Oge Mora, author of Saturday and Everybody in the Red Brick Building, and Rafael López, illustrator of The Day You Begin and Maybe Something Beautiful. Listen to the authors read your favorite books and enjoy lively musical experiences from Wolf Trap performers. There will be free food, balloon animals, crafts, community activities and more. This free event, sponsored by Shenandoah University and the Claude Moore Foundation, offers something for everyone. Registration automatically enters you into a raffle to win a bike or a Labubu. Join us for this celebration of reading and community fun!

As part of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), students may receive intervention if it is determined that additional support, beyond core instruction, is needed. Intervention can be provided in the areas of literacy, math, behavior and mental health for LCPS students. If your child received an MTSS intervention plan during the 2025/26 school year, the plan is available in ParentVUE by clicking on “MTSS” on the left of your ParentVUE screen until June 30, 2026. Should you want to maintain a copy for your records, it is recommended that you save and/or print the plan prior to this date. MTSS intervention plans should not be confused with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students who are identified as eligible for special education services.

The McKinney-Vento program supports students experiencing homelessness or living in temporary housing by providing educational stability. If your student lacks a fixed, adequate or regular nighttime residence, they may qualify for McKinney-Vento services. The application window for the 2026-27 school year opened on Monday, May 18, at 9 a.m., and applications are accepted year-round. Determination for acceptance into the program begins on Wednesday, July 1. Applications must be completed online and are available in your preferred language via computer or smartphone. To learn more about how a student may qualify for McKinney-Vento or to understand your child’s rights under the McKinney-Vento Act, please visit the LCPS McKinney-Vento webpage.

More than 50 schools participated in the LCPS Green Teams program this year! The LCPS Green Teams Program empowers students and educators to collaboratively explore and address sustainability and environmental challenges within their schools and communities. From school gardens and energy conservation to recycling efforts and cafeteria food‑waste reduction, LCPS students and staff are leading the way in promoting healthy schools and a healthier planet.

To celebrate the completion of the second year of the Green Team program, LCPS families and staff are invited to a Green Teams Gallery Walk on Wednesday, May 27, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the LCPS Administration Building (21000 Education Ct., Ashburn). Green Team Leads will share the eco‑friendly projects developed throughout the year, and Outdoor Learning Fellows, along with student leaders from across LCPS will highlight their environmentally focused initiatives. Did your school have a Green Team program or a specific environmental focus this year? Attend the Gallery Walk and help celebrate their work. Not yet a Green Team school? Come learn more about this innovative program! Bruster’s Ice Cream will also be on site to add to the celebration.

Through its Fueled program, the Loudoun Education Foundation supports 57 schools in Loudoun County, and the need doesn’t disappear during summer break. Please consider hosting a hygiene drive this summer with your office, neighborhood or organization. Learn more about Fueled, plus access downloadable flyers to host your own food or hygiene drive.

All rising 7th‑ and 12th‑grade students must show proof of required immunizations before starting school next year. Don’t wait until August! Plan now to ensure your student has the necessary vaccines. Students without proper documentation will not be permitted to attend on the first day of school.

Required Immunizations for 7th‑Grade Students

• Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis) vaccine given at age 7 or older
• Meningococcal vaccine given at age 10 or older

Encouraged for 7th‑grade students:

• Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine

Required Immunization for 12th‑Grade Students

• Meningococcal vaccine given at age 16 or older

Learn more about Loudoun County and regional resources that provide the required immunizations for school enrollment and admittance.

Register your child who will be 5 by Sept. 30, 2026 for kindergarten today and secure their chance to join a welcoming school community where they can grow, learn and thrive. There are just five easy steps to kindergarten registration:

1. Determine eligibility: Two factors determine a child’s eligibility to enroll in kindergarten in Loudoun County Public Schools: age and residency. They must be 5 years of age or older by Sept. 30, 2026 and living with a parent or legal guardian who resides in Loudoun County.
2. Use the LCPS Attendance Boundary E-Listing to locate your student’s home school.
3. Gather the required documents.
4. Complete online pre-registration: Current LCPS families registering a new student can access the registration portal from their existing ParentVUE account.
5. Schedule an appointment with the school: During the appointment, the registrar will review all registration documents and answer any questions you may have.

Register your rising kindergartner today! We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners. Visit Kindergarten Registration to learn more and to register!

Ukeru, which is based on the Japanese word meaning “to receive,” is a person‑centered approach to managing and de‑escalating conflict. Identified LCPS special education staff are trained in the Ukeru model. The Office of Special Education is offering two parent workshops -- Wednesday, May 27, from 6-8 p.m., and Tuesday, June 2, from noon to 2 p.m. These sessions will introduce families to the philosophy behind Ukeru and explore additional topics, including trauma‑informed care, conflict resolution, comfort versus control and strategies for managing and de‑escalating conflict. For your convenience, each session offers the same information. Registration is required.

In observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, the Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services, is hosting a community conversation, More Good Days Together: Breaking the Silence, Building Support, on Thursday, May 28, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Sterling Community Center (120 Enterprise St., Sterling). A panel discussion -- featuring speakers from LCPS, the Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services, Loudoun Serenity House and the Loudoun County Community Services Board -- will explore how communities can help individuals and families experience greater hope, connection and emotional health. Panelists will share insights, practical strategies and lived experiences on topics such as reducing stigma, supportive relationships, access to resources and everyday actions that strengthen well‑being. Learn more about More Good Days Together.

Join community leaders, experts and neighbors at the Energy and Environment Forum on Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Academies of Loudoun ( 42075 Loudoun Academy Dr., Leesburg ). Hosted by the Loudoun County Environmental Commission, the event encourages community members to learn and engage about Loudoun County’s efforts to increase environmental and energy sustainability. The forum opens with a keynote from Kelsey Bagot, chair of the State Corporation Commission and expert in energy regulation and policy. Attendees will also hear from two panels discussing rapid growth and sustainable solutions, featuring representatives from business, government, utilities and environmental organizations. The day concludes with a town hall and open house. Learn more about the 2026 Energy and Environment Forum.

Fake Pills, Real Risks

• Thursday, May 21 -- tonight -- 6:30-8 p.m. at Tuscarora High School

Welcome to LCPS Workshop Reunion

• Wednesday, June 3, 6-8 p.m. at the Historic Douglass High School (407 E. Market St., Leesburg)

Recognition of Excellence in Support of Special Education Awards Ceremony

• Wednesday, June 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lightridge High School ( 41025 Collaboration Dr, Aldie)

See the LCPS Events and Meetings Calendar for more events and workshops.

LCPS uses an online platform called Peachjar to share electronic flyers from LCPS departments, schools, community partners and local organizations. Flyers are emailed every Tuesday and Friday. Families can also view all flyers from the past month on the Peachjar Flyerboard. These flyers include important information about upcoming school and community events, programs and opportunities. Be sure to take a look!

School Board Summary and Meeting Schedule

• Monday, May 25 is Memorial Day and a student and staff holiday.
• Friday, June 12 is the last day of school for the 2025/26 school year.
• Consult the calendars for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 school years before scheduling vacations or other student absences.
• The 2026 LCPS graduation schedule is posted on the LCPS website.

• Ask the Superintendent
• School Calendars
• Office of the Ombuds
• Office of the Auditor General
• Family and Community Engagement
• LCPS News Stories
• Peachjar Digital Flyers
• Mental Health and Community Resources for Families
• Fentanyl and Opioid Awareness

• Comment and Complaint Form
• Loudoun Education Foundation
• Join the LCPS Team

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21000 Education Court, Ashburn, VA, USA
571-252-1040

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