August 22
August 30
September 2
October 3
October 4
October 14
October 29
October 30-31
November 1
November 4
November 5
November 27-29
2024-2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR
First Day of School
Student Holiday^
Holiday (Labor Day)*
Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)*
Student Holiday (Professional Development Day)
Holiday (Indigenous Peoples’ Day)*
End of the First Grading Period
Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Days)
Holiday (Diwali)*
Student Holiday (Professional Development Day)
Student Holiday (County-Wide Staff Development)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
December 23-January 3WINTER BREAK (Classes Resume January 6, 2025)
December 24-25
January 1
January 20
January 24
January 27
January 28
January 29
February 17
March 31
April 3
April 4
April 7
April 14-18
May 26
June 13
May-June
Holiday (Christmas)*
Holiday (New Year’s Day)*
Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)*
End of the Second Grading Period
Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Day)
Student Holiday (Professional Development Day)
Holiday (Lunar New Year)*
Holiday (Presidents’ Day)*
Holiday (Eid al Fitr)*
End of the Third Grading Period
Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Day)
Student Holiday (County-Wide Staff Development)
SPRING BREAK
Holiday (Memorial Day)*
Last Day of School / End of the Fourth Grading Period
2024-25 Graduation and Celebrations (Full schedule, page 29)
*Schools and Offices Closed ^12-month Employees Work
LCPS Main Number: (571) 252-1000
Metro: (703) 689-1600
Technology Support Center: (571) 252-2112
(571) 252-1040
As Superintendent of Loudoun County Public Schools, it’s my honor to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year!
Academically, LCPS ranks among the best school divisions in our Commonwealth and the nation. We have a lot to be proud of as we work together to help each LCPS student access rigorous coursework, innovative learning opportunities and resources to prepare them for success in college, the military, the workforce and in life.
Students are at the center of our work. LCPS learning communities are places where students and teachers can devote their attention to learning and teaching in a safe, welcoming, affirming and academically rigorous environment.
We value our students and staff and we hold ourselves accountable to the parents and communities who support them. We are dedicated to excellence and equitable opportunity for all. And, most importantly, we look forward to nurturing the limitless potential within each of our students.
With gratitude and appreciation,
Aaron Spence, Ed.D. Superintendent
ONE LCPS: 2027 STRATEGIC PLAN FOR EXCELLENCE
OUR VISION: Every student will reach their full potential and achieve their dreams.
OUR MISSION: Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.
CORE VALUES
Holistic Support
Every student should have the support to feel safe, happy, and cared for in school.
Rigorous Teaching and Learning
All students should be challenged to reach their full potential in the classroom as part of a system that aspires to become the best performing division in the nation.
Equity and Opportunity
All students and staff should have access to resources, programs, and support that enable a successful future.
Individualized Success
All unique strengths, skills, and passions should be celebrated, encouraging diverse pathways that support readiness after graduation.
Trust Through Listening
All students, staff, and community members should have regular opportunities to be heard in two-way conversations across the division.
Continuous Improvement
A culture of continuous improvement should drive the fulfillment of our mission.
STRATEGIC GOALS
Empowered Students: Students will be at the center of our work - valuing all students’ hopes and dreams and preparing them to make meaningful contributions to the world.
Exemplary Staff: LCPS teachers, administrators, and staff are the most important factor in helping our students after their parents; seeing that staff are esteemed, exemplary, supported, and accountable is vital to student success.
Enriched Division: LCPS must be aligned around our core educational mission for students and strengthen trust, listen humbly, value differences, and remain steadfast in ensuring every student is prepared to make meaningful contributions to the world.
Engaged Community: Parents, families, and our community must be a support, guide, ally, and partner; there is no one more deeply invested in the success of students than their families.
The Loudoun County School Board (LCSB) is the official policymaking body of the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS). It operates under the laws adopted by the General Assembly of Virginia and is consistent with the Virginia Board of Education regulations. Contact the School Board at www.lcps.org/contactschoolboard or by calling (571) 252-2411.
Anne Donohue At-Large Member
Melinda Mansfield Chair Dulles District
Arben Istrefi Vice Chair Sterling District
Deana Griffiths Ashburn District
April Chandler Algonkian District
Dr. Linda Deans Broad Run District
Lauren Shernoff Leesburg District
Dr. Sumera Rashid Little River District
Kari LaBell Catoctin District
The School Board
Each school division is governed by a school board that is accountable for the performance of schools in their district. As residents of the school division they serve, the school board-elected members represent the community’s diverse beliefs and values.
The School Board is responsible for supervising the county’s public schools per the Code of Virginia and State Department of Education regulations. School Board members are elected every four years in the November general election. This includes one member for each of the eight electoral districts and one member elected at-large. The eighth elected School Board for Loudoun County was chosen by voters in November 2023, and the members officially took office on January 1, 2024. The process of electing School Board members ensures that the community’s diverse beliefs and values are represented. School Board members receive annual salaries as per Virginia law and the approved annual budget, with the Board Chair receiving an additional salary as specified in the annually adopted budget.
The Loudoun County School Board adopted staggered terms, starting with the November 2023 general election, in accordance with the amended Code of Virginia, as per Va. Code § 22.157.3:1.1, the Loudoun County Electoral Board determined the following staggered terms for the School Board members elected in the November 2023 general election. Members elected from the Ashburn, Catoctin, and Little River Districts and the At-Large (Countywide) District will serve four-year terms. Those elected from the Algonkian, Broad Run, Dulles, Leesburg and Sterling Districts in November 2023 will serve a two-year term. After this initial two-year term, these members will serve four-year terms in subsequent elections.
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS:
Regular School Board meetings are official and formal business meetings at which the School Board meets in their official capacity to deliberate and take action on the business of the school division. Items presented on School Board meeting agendas for a vote are usually researched and considered during School Board Committee meetings.
The School Board meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month with adjustments for school holidays. Please check the meeting agenda for time and location. The LCPS website calendar, which provides the most current meeting schedule, can be easily accessed at www.lcps.org/SBCalendar. School Board agendas are available through BoardDocs.
LCPS-TV (Verizon Channel 43 and Comcast Channel 18) provides coverage of scheduled School Board meetings. Closed captioning is also provided for the live broadcasts. Meetings are available via webcast on the LCPS website at www.lcps.org/webcast.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION: County residents who wish to comment at a regular school board meeting are encouraged to do so. Meetings are held at the LCPS Administrative Offices, 21000 Education Court, Ashburn, Virginia 20148. Information on how to sign up for public comment can be found online at www.lcps.org/ citizenparticipation.
ASSISTANCE: Those who need translation/interpretation assistance or reasonable accommodation for any disability to participate meaningfully in School Board meetings or public hearings should contact the Superintendent’s Office at least three days before the meeting. Speaker time will be doubled for speakers requiring translation/interpretation assistance when requested.
BOARDDOCS: BoardDocs is an online agenda system that houses information and documents related to board-related meetings. The public can visit www.lcps.org/boarddocs to view agendas and supporting documents associated with each School Board meeting and School Board Committee Meetings. BoardDocs allows for viewing and printing information before meetings. All the documents related to meetings are automatically archived and can be searched by meeting date or using the comprehensive search feature.
COMMUNICATION TO SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS: The School Board is also open to receiving comments outside of School Board meetings as an alternative means of public participation. Contact
the School Board at www.lcps.org/contactschoolboard. Please see Policy 2520 for complete details.
School Board Policies
Policies governing student records and the rights of parents and eligible students are not just available, but easily accessible in the School Board Policy Manual, which is available for review on the school system’s website, www.lcps.org/policyreview. As mandated by the Code of Virginia, printed copies of the policies are available as needed to citizens who do not have online access, ensuring no one is left out.
Equal Educational Opportunity for Equitable, Safe and Inclusive Environment
Per Policy 1040, “Equal Opportunity for Equitable, Safe and Inclusive Environment,” the Loudoun County School Board is committed to providing an equitable, safe and inclusive learning and working environment.
The School Board Policy Manual lists procedures under which students and their parents may complain and seek correction of any alleged discrimination, including, but not limited to, Policy 8030 and its accompanying regulations.
Student School Board Representatives
Each of the 18 LCPS high schools, the Academies of Loudoun, The North Star School and Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, can have a student representative sitting on the Loudoun County School Board to provide student input on educational issues. Information about the Student School Board Representatives can be located on www.lcps.org/studentreps.
Advisory committees are composed of members who have volunteered their time, talents and knowledge to help strengthen educational programs. The School Board approved members to serve as committee representatives. Each advisory committee adheres to bylaws specific to the needs of the program served.
Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee
The Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee (CTEAC) supports developing, implementing, and evaluating Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs within LCPS. The committee provides valuable recommendations to the school board, ensuring that CTE programs align with current job market needs and prepare students for successful careers.
Gifted Advisory Committee
The Gifted Advisory Committee (GAC) is comprised of school personnel, community members and parents/family members. This committee reviews gifted education programs and makes recommendations to enhance their effectiveness. Additionally, the GAC promotes awareness and understanding of gifted education within the broader community.
Minority Student Achievement Advisory Committee
The Minority Student Achievement Advisory Committee (MSAAC) partnership is with LCPS, parents and the community. It furthers the academic, social and cultural development of every student and ensure that the needs of all minority students are met.
MSAAC supports the school board, staff and parents’ initiatives to ensure the school community becomes culturally competent and provides fair and equitable instruction to all LCPS students. It also encourages the development of school cultures where every minority student can achieve their full potential, feels welcome and is recognized as an integral student body member.
For specific meeting dates and contact information for MSAAC, visit www.lcps.org/msaac.
Special Education Advisory Committee
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) works with the School Board, administrators, parents and teachers responsible for students receiving special education services.
SEAC focuses on assisting with the formulation and development of long-range plans, which will provide services needed for students with disabilities in the Loudoun County community. SEAC plays a significant role in the school division by reviewing the policies and procedures for providing special education and related services. This review is conducted prior to submission to the local school board to ensure that the best practices are in place. The committee also participates in the review of the local school division’s annual plan. (Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia; 8VAC20-81-230-D.)
SEAC welcomes and encourages the participation of parents, students, teachers, administrators, LCPS staff and others interested in special education in LCPS in monthly public meetings. Specific meeting dates and topics for panel discussions are available at www.lcps.org/seac.
School-Business Partnership Executive Council
The Loudoun School-Business Partnership Executive Council promotes the development of successful partnerships between LCPS, business and industry. It focuses on helping support students’ preparation to contribute successfully to the business and community environments.
The Council is a vibrant and inclusive community that brings together a diverse range of professionals, including corporate executives, business professionals, Loudoun County government agency representatives, education nonprofit leaders, community partners and LCPS educators. Each member’s unique perspective and expertise is valued in this work to support students with authentic opportunities.
To join the Council or learn more, please email lcpspartner@lcps.org.
The Loudoun Education Alliance of Families
The Loudoun Education Alliance of Families (LEAF) is a proactive advisory group dedicated to addressing educational concerns and providing feedback on current or proposed policies or issues. Members of LEAF serve as a two-way conduit for information, actively working to improve the student experience in their respective communities.
For specific meeting dates, materials and contact information regarding LEAF, visit www.lcps.org/leaf.
SCHOOL BOARD DESIGNATED COMMUNITY
Loudoun Education Foundation
The Loudoun Education Foundation (LEF), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, raises private funds to help students and educators reach their full potential.
For more information about the resources and support LEF provides or to learn about how to join LEF’s mission to help students and educators, visit www.loudouneducationfoundation.org, email LoudounEducationFoundation.org, or follow them on on social media @lef4lcps.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
A Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) may be hosted at LCPS schools; some may also include students in their activities, using “PTSA” to reflect that additional partnership. These associations are a community effort, with parents, teachers and students working together to provide programs and support above the resources provided by tax funding. Schools are always in need of volunteers to enrich opportunities for students. Contact the school principal or teacher for details about meetings and events and how to volunteer.
To find out more about opportunities to initiate a parent organization association for your school, email president@loudounpta.org or contact your school’s principal.
Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco and Electronic Cigarettes
The Loudoun County School Board is committed to supporting students to abstain from the possession, use, distribution and/ or sale of alcohol, illicit and unauthorized drugs, tobacco and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes). LCPS policy and law prohibits students from possessing, distributing, selling, using or being under the influence of alcohol, drugs, tobacco and/or e-cigarettes while under school authority, on a school bus, at a school bus stop, on school property or at school-sponsored activity on or away from school property.
Students who violate Policy 8240, Alcohol, Drug, Tobacco and Electronic Cigarettes, may receive a long-term suspension or expulsion from school and will be reported to law enforcement.
LCPS Student Assistance Specialists (SAS) provide substance use prevention education presentations at the secondary level, promoting positive alternatives to substance use and healthy coping skills. Student Assistance Specialists also provide assessment, consultation, intervention and referral services for students who violate the policy or those who wish to participate on a voluntary basis.
Amendment of Records
A parent or eligible student may seek to amend information in the student’s record if it is believed to be inaccurate, misleading or violating the student’s privacy or other rights. Such requests should be made to the custodian of the records, who shall decide within 15 working days whether or not to amend the record as requested. If differences cannot be reconciled informally, a hearing may be requested for the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services to decide the matter.
Attendance and Dismissals
Each parent/guardian or person having custody or charge of a child within the compulsory attendance age is responsible for their child’s regular and punctual attendance at school as required under provisions of the law.
POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
LCPS Policy 8140 addresses student attendance requirements and school attendance procedures. Student attendance is a cooperative effort and the School Board involves parents/guardians and students in accepting the responsibility for excellent attendance. All students, including 18-year-old students, must comply with established release procedures.
Child Abuse and Neglect
Virginia law requires school employees to report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to Loudoun County Child Protective Services. This law provides immunity from civil or criminal liability concerning reports, unless malicious intent is proven.
Complaint Procedure
Allegations of failure of LCPS to comply with federal law (Title 20, U.S. Code, 1232g) concerning student records may be filed in writing to:
Student Privacy Policy Office
U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20202-8520
Additional information can be found at studentprivacy.ed.gov/ file-a-complaint.
Copies of Records
Parents and eligible students may obtain copies of records. The school division shall provide one (1) copy of a student’s scholastic record when it is 25 pages or less, annually free of charge. Scholastic records over 25 pages may incur a $0.10 per page fee beyond the initial 25 pages. All additional copies requested will result in a $0.10 per page charge.
Disclosure of Records
Parents/guardians and eligible students may inspect their records by requesting access and identifying themselves to the custodian of the records. Students under 18 may inspect their records only with the written consent of a parent or legal guardian. This requirement does not preclude the school from giving students data from the records. School personnel with a legitimate educational interest in a student or responsibility for the record system have access to records. Certain non-school personnel, by law, have access to records or information from them.
Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student’s education record; however, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, under certain conditions. This includes providing records, by request, to a school where a student seeks to enroll.
Dress Code Policy
The student dress code aims to inspire students to learn while leaving primary decisions around student clothing and style to
students and their parents/guardians. The Division expects that parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring student compliance with the school’s dress code, that students know the student dress code and that they comply during school hours and activities. LCPS Policy 8270 outlines the guidelines, standards and implementation procedures for student dress during the school day and other school-related activities.
Medication in School
Per School Board Policy 8420, all medicine should be administered to students at home. If a student must take prescription medicine at school, the medication will be administered by the school nurse, health clinic specialist, principal or designee. Non-prescription medicine may be taken by students only under the supervision of the school nurse, health clinic specialist, principal or the principal’s designee.
The parent/guardian must bring all medicine to school unless the student has a Physician’s Order to carry and/or self-administer insulin, Glucagon, epinephrine auto-injectors or rescue inhalers. All medicine must be in the original, labeled container.
Minute of Silence
The Commonwealth of Virginia requires that each school day begin with a minute of silence. Students shall not disrupt or distract the rights of others during this silence.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Commonwealth of Virginia requires the daily recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. It provides that no student shall be compelled to recite the Pledge if the student or the parent/guardian objects on religious, philosophical or other grounds to the student participating in this exercise. It further provides that students exempt from recitation of the Pledge shall remain quietly standing or sitting at their desks while others recite the Pledge and shall make no display that disrupts or distracts others.
Release of Directory Information
The following information may be released without prior consent: Names and addresses of students and parents, telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, date and place of birth, dates of attendance and grade levels, Division student identification number, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, height and weight of members of athletic teams, awards and honors received, most recent educational institution attended and other similar information specified by administrative regulation. Parents/guardians and eligible students can refuse to disclose such data via written communication to the school.
School Board policy on directory information does not give non-school organizations, agencies or individuals rights to copies of the information.
Rights of 18-Year-Old Students
Students 18 years or older have many adult legal rights and responsibilities. Therefore, these students may act in place of their parents in some instances where younger students require parental permission.
Student Records: Types, Location and Retention Timelines
LCPS maintains a scholastic record for every student enrolled. At a minimum, student scholastic records contain directory information, grades, health and physical education records, discipline records, if any, and the results of standardized group testing. Individual, special evaluations, like psychological, medical, psycho-educational or social history, as well as official records relating to the special education or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and records relating to the gifted program, Title I, Head Start and other special programs also may be found in the scholastic record.
• The student’s scholastic record is maintained at the student’s current or last school attended.
• Records for students who graduated or left the system after June 30, 2024, are maintained for seven years at the last school attended and archived by the Student Records Office. Records for students who left the system prior to June 30, 2024, are maintained for five years. After that time, only state-required data will be maintained, and the balance of the records will be destroyed.
• A record of the student’s name, birth date, address, telephone number, grades, grade point average, college entrance scores, class rank, diploma earned, attendance record, schools attended, scholastic work completed and health immunization record, is kept for 75 years.
The special education portions of student records are destroyed seven years after graduation, transfer or withdrawal for student’s who left the school system after June 30, 2024. Prior to June 30, 2024, these records are maintained for five years. Upon request, a copy of the special education portions of a student’s file may be accessed before their destruction. Inquiries concerning archived student records should be directed to the Records Supervisor by visiting www.lcps.org/StudentRecords.
Student scholastic records are not permanently retained; parents or eligible students have a right to a copy of any information that will be destroyed.
DIVISION OVERVIEW
Division Overview
LCPS is the third largest school Division in Virginia serving over 83,000 students with 100 schools, including 62 elementary schools (grades K-5) including 2 charter schools, 18 middle schools (grades 6-8), 18 high schools (grades 9-12), as well as two educational centers and one adult education center.
LCPS students’ nationally normed achievement test scores consistently rank above state and national averages.
• LCPS Vision: Every student will reach their full potential and achieve their dreams.
• LCPS Mission: Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.
Division Departments
LCPS departments serve, guide and provide resources and services to Division students, parents, teachers, partners and community. Departments include:
• Superintendent
• Academics
• Business and Financial Services
• Communications and Community Engagement
• Digital Innovation
DIVISION OVERVIEW
• Human Resources and Talent Development
• School Leadership
• Student Services
• Support Services
• Teaching and Learning
LCPS Commitment to Equity
LCPS’ Commitment to Equity statement, developed with community involvement, collaboration with stakeholder groups and input from students and staff, was communicated with the School Board and public on June 28, 2022.
LCPS centers equity as one of its foundational core values. Equity requires a commitment to providing a safe, supportive, inclusive, affirming and respectful environment for each and every student and staff member that fosters success, growth and academic rigor. Equity requires the rejection and condemnation of the use of hate speech, racial slurs, antisemitism and any action or behavior that discriminates based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, orientation, gender expression, socio-economic status, religion, ability or other cultural identities or expression. LCPS embraces, values and celebrates the unique identities, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and needs of each and every student and employee.
LCPS Commitment to Equity is a division-wide commitment to equity and opportunity. It aligns with preparing all students to pursue and achieve their full potential and represents one of the One LCPS: 2027 Strategic Plan for Excellence’s six core values foundational to the strategic goals and actions. www.lcps.org/ commitmenttoequity.
Office of the Auditor General
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) enhances and protects the Division by providing risk-based objective assurance, advice and insight.
DIVISION OVERVIEW
Office of the Ombuds
The OAG oversees independent internal auditing and audit controls for the division. The office reviews obligations, expenditure receipts and the use of public funds, performing audits as necessary to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations and program performance standards. Additional information can be found at “My Concern Is” Hotline by visiting www.lcps.org/auditor.
The Ombuds serves families, students, employees and community members as a designated neutral resource to help them advocate for fairness, equity and consistency if they have concerns or issues. The office also helps parents, students and other stakeholders through issue mediation or resolution to foster positive educational relationships with the Division. The Office of the Ombuds can be reached at (571) 252-2447, ombuds@lcps.org or by visiting www.lcps.org/ombuds.
Retired Educators
The Loudoun Retired Educators Association (LREA) is open to all former Loudoun County teachers, support staff and administrators. The association meets monthly from September through June at the Loudoun County Public Schools Administrative Offices, 21000 Education Court, Ashburn.
The association’s members share food and fellowship following a business meeting during which the concerns of retirees are discussed. LREA was established on June 6, 1951 and awards scholarships to graduating seniors entering the field of education. Members are involved in community activities and volunteer in our schools.
For further information about the Loudoun Retired Educators Association, email Dave Palanzi at dave.palanzi@gmail.com.
Elementary School, Grades K-5
Elementary education emphasizes foundational skills in reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social science, health, art, music and physical education. Through personalized learning, all students are exposed to a curriculum that includes authentic, challenging problems. Each elementary school receives services from a school counselor, a reading teacher, a media specialist and an instructional technology facilitator. The integration of socialemotional learning supports the skills connected to productive citizenship within the context of the school, community, nation and world.
Middle School, Grades 6-8
Middle school education encompasses essential attributes for young adolescents: responsive, challenging, empowering, equitable and engaging educational opportunities. LCPS middle schools promote challenging, personalized, yet relevant learning experiences that result in a high level of academic achievement
and developmental growth as measured by national, state and district standards.
Each middle school is set up into sub-schools called “houses’’ creating a school-within-a-school concept. Deans are assigned to each grade and they ‘loop’ with the students, getting to know the students and their families exceptionally well during this critical developmental stage. A framework of interdisciplinary teams leads to increased student achievement, parental interaction and a positive school climate.
A Unified Mental Health Team (UMHT) is responsible for providing a continuum of prevention and intervention support and services to address students’ social, emotional, behavioral and academic needs and to remove barriers to learning in the school environment.
High School, Grades 9-12
LCPS high school usually consists of grades 9–12, which are referred to as freshman, sophomore, junior and senior years. State graduation requirements determine all core courses and may be combined with a wide variety of academic, career readiness, STEM and fine arts courses. Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses are also available. International Baccalaureate courses are available at select high schools.
Students have graduation requirements to complete to earn a high school diploma. Both Standard diplomas and Advanced Studies diplomas require the completion of 22 course units and five (5) verified credits. School counselors assist students in selecting courses, designing individualized programs of studies to meet the desired diploma requirements and support for post-secondary school and college application processes.
Student School Hours
Individual school start and end times are available on their designated school page. For detailed information, contact the school directly. Information can be found on the transportation homepage at www.lcps.org/businformation, as well as on page 54 of this publication.
Registration Requirements
In accordance with the Code of Virginia and LCPS policy, for 2024-2025 kindergarten enrollment, the student’s 5th birthday must be no later than September 30, 2024. Students who have not reached age 20 on or before August 1, 2024, are eligible for admission, except students with an IEP or requiring English Language (EL) services.
• An original birth certificate or a certified copy.
• Proof of legal guardianship or legal custody if not the parent of the student.
• Proof of Residency.
• Tuberculosis Screening Requirements: All new students entering LCPS are required to provide documentation that a tuberculosis screening has been performed no sooner than three months before registration for school.
• A properly completed immunization record signed by a licensed physician or local health department employee.
• New elementary school students must have a completed physical performed no earlier than 12 months prior to the date the student first enters kindergarten or elementary school. Copies of a completed physical from other United States schools are acceptable. Physicals must be submitted before school starts.
• Signed “Prior Expulsion” Statement indicating that the student has not been expelled or suspended from another school. The school will provide this document.
• Records (including report cards) from previous school, if applicable.
• Name and address of previous school, if applicable.
• Copy of Individualized Education Program (IEP), if applicable.
More detailed enrollment information is available on the LCPS Registration website at www.lcps.org/registrationinfo. For additional information, please contact the LCPS Senior Registrars at (571) 252-1238, your local school or the Student Services Office at (571) 252-1012.
Minimum Immunization Requirements for School and Day Care
Documentary proof shall be provided of adequate ageappropriate immunization with the prescribed number of doses of vaccine for attendance at a public or private elementary, middle or secondary school, child care center, nursery school, family day care home or developmental center. Vaccines must be administered according to the harmonized schedule of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Family Physicians, and within spacing and age requirements. For more information, visit the Virginia Department of Health at VDH www.vdh.virginia.gov/ immunization/requirements.
The Welcome Center
The Welcome Center’s multilingual staff provides students and families with a welcoming and affirming introduction to LCPS and offers families the information and resources they need to be engaged and supported partners in their students’ education.
The Welcome Center also:
• Determines if a student is eligible for LIEP (Language Instruction Education Program) services.
• Evaluates secondary international transcripts.
• Gathers the student’s social/academic history to assist school staff welcome new students and families to their school.
• Identifies, if needed, the appropriate language for further special education testing.
• Registers students enrolling in specific schools (this service is being phased in).
More information about the Welcome Center is available online at www.lcps.org/welcomecenter or call staff via phone at 571-252-1680.
Parent and Staff Messaging
LCPS uses phone and email messaging to communicate with families about emergency situations, school events and important topics and issues affecting students. Messages are sent to parent/ guardian email address(es) listed in ParentVue. On occasion, text messages or website pop-up alerts are also used.
LCPS Mobile App
The updated LCPS app provides an integrated and personalized window into what is happening across the Division and schools. Its purpose is to engage LCPS families and staff in one place. Follow students’ school(s) to see the calendar, lunch menu and payment information and more.
Download the app in Google Play or the App Store. Search for “Loudoun County Public Schools (by Apptegy).”
LCPS-TV
LCPS Educational TV is an open-cable channel available on Channel 18, Comcast Cable and Channel 43, Verizon FIOS. The channel broadcasts news and educational programming, as well as a calendar of events, school or division-related announcements and coverage of the Loudoun County School Board meetings. Closed captioning is provided for live broadcasts.
Contact the Department of Communications and Community Engagement about the educational programming on LCPS-TV at CommunicationsOffice@LCPS.org.
Feedback/Contact
Let’s Talk is an online tool that provides an accessible way for the LCPS community and staff to ask questions, share concerns and provide feedback 24-7. Feedback is routed to the appropriate LCPS staff member(s), who will follow up promptly. The online contact forms are available via “buttons” throughout the website and work from any device.
Social Media Channels
LCPS social media channels reach students, families, employees, and the greater community, sharing information, news, announcements, student achievements and highlights. The Division will also use its social media channels to share updates on weather delays and school closings.
• Facebook.com: LCPSofficial
• Twitter.com: @LCPSofficial
• Instagram.com: @officialLCPS
• LinkedIn.com: loudoun-county-public-schools
These platforms can also be accessed by clicking on the corresponding platform icons found on the www.lcps.org home page.
Profile of a Graduate
The Profile of a Graduate identifies the abilities or qualities that characterize LCPS graduates. The profile guides students’ advancement for college, careers and life through the acquisition of knowledge, skills, experiences and attributes each student must attain to be successful in their future endeavors. The competency skills that support the Profile of a Graduate and employ a growth mindset are: Collaborator, Communicator, Contributor, Creator and Critical Thinker.
For additional information about the Profile of a Graduate, visit www.lcps.org/profileofagraduate.
2024-2025 Graduation Schedule
Following is the list of ceremonies in alphabetical order:
Academies of LoudounMay 27, 20257
16, 2025
11, 2025
13, 2025
18, 2025
Falls
12, 2025
11, 2025
High School Rock Ridge June 16, 2025
Ridge High School Stone Bridge June 18, 2025
The North Star June 4, 2025
13, 2025
29, 20252
W.O. Robey June 12, 2025
School Woodgrove June 18, 2025
*Early Release Days
Addressing Concerns with Schools
Woodgrove High School
LCPS schools welcome communication from parents. There are different ways to reach out to school staff. These tips help engage families early and successfully navigate language and cultural differences based on a family’s specific needs.
• When a concern arises, it should be addressed first at the level of the organization where it occurred. Most often, the classroom teacher is the first avenue of communication.
• A brief email or note is appropriate for a first-time concern or question.
• If the same concern arises again, consider a 10-minute phone call with a teacher or school representative (coach, counselor, etc.). If further discussion is needed, schedule a 20-minute conference with your child’s teacher, school counselor, as outlined below, or administrator.
If the concern needs to be escalated beyond the initial school contact, the following order should be utilized:
• Principal or principal’s designee
• Elementary, middle or high school director or executive principal
• Chief of Schools
• Superintendent
Accreditation
All high schools are provided an accreditation rating through the Virginia Board of Education’s Standards of Accreditation. As defined by the Virginia Department of Education, the standards of accreditation:
• Provide an essential foundation of educational programs of high quality in all schools for all students;
• Encourage continuous appraisal and improvement of the school program to raise student achievement;
• Foster public confidence;
• Assure recognition of Virginia’s public schools by other institutions of learning; and,
• Establish a means of determining the effectiveness of schools.
High schools also participate in an external accreditation review cycle every five years through Cognia. Cognia accreditation represents the unified policies and procedures for accreditation from three regionally recognized K-12 accrediting bodies including the Southern Association of Colleges and School Council on Accreditation (SACS), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the North Central Association on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI).
Adult Education
The LCPS Adult Education Program provides low-cost educational opportunities and support services to adults 18 years of age and older. The programs address individuals’ and communities’ unique and evolving needs by providing adults with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate effectively as productive citizens, workers and family members. The programs emphasize basic skills like reading, writing, math and English language competency throughout the certificate programs and non-credit courses. Options include
Adult Basic Education, General Educational Development (GED) preparation classes, English for English Learners (EL), Young Adult English Learners Program, Adult High School and general interest classes.
For additional information, visit www.lcps.org/adulted or contact the Adult Education Office at (571) 252-2930.
Alternative Education Program
LCPS’s Alternative Education Program offers diverse pathways to graduation through specialized programs. The instructional setting provides support support for high school students who need completion opportunities and flexible methods to earn a high school diploma or equivalent.
Alternative high school settings are recommended for students most at risk for dropping out. Reasons may include, but are not limited to, life-altering experiences that impact a student’s ability to succeed in a traditional setting, credit deficiencies based on age and grade level or deficiencies that cannot be addressed in a traditional school setting.
Additional information is available from the high school counseling director and the Office of High School Education at (571) 252-1160.
Assessment Programs
LCPS participates in the Virginia Assessment Program by administering the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP), state-approved alternatives to the SOL tests, Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State-to-State for English Language Learners (ACCESS for ELs) and the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). LCPS also administers the Preliminary SAT (PSAT), Advanced Placement (AP) tests, IB exams and offers weekend SAT and ACT testing opportunities through the College Board. Additional assessments are administered throughout the school year to make instructional program decisions. Assessment reports are provided to parents/ guardians after the test window has closed via the Documents tab
within ParentVUE. Student test scores are provided to parents/ guardians via the Test History tab within ParentVUE.
CAMPUS Program
The College Achievement & Multicultural Program for Unique Students (CAMPUS) is an academic and college preparation initiative that serves over 500 students in grades 9-12. A high school college access program, CAMPUS is designed to remove barriers and/or meet the specific needs of first-generation collegebound LCPS students.
CAMPUS supports students in areas including, but not limited to academic enrichment and support, self-advocacy skills and development, college and scholarship preparation and visits, intentional course selection and community service projects and activities.
Students may apply to the program in the spring of their 8thgrade year. If space is available, applications may be submitted in grades 9-11. Students must be prepared to commit to attending mandatory CAMPUS meetings and/or classes during the school day and CAMPUS activities throughout the year. Applications must be submitted online and include at least one recommendation for consideration for the program.
More information on the CAMPUS Program is available on the LCPS website at www.lcps.org/CAMPUS.
Career and Technical Education
LCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs serve more than 35,000 students in grades 6 through 12. CTE program areas include, but are not limited to: Agricultural Education, Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing Education and Trade and Industrial Education. CTE students engage in project-based learning and apply workplace readiness skills to solve authentic and challenging problems. Courses prepare individuals with essential skills for the modern workplace.
CTE courses follow competency-based instruction that encourages hands-on learning experiences. Industry credentials are aligned with each high school CTE course and offered at no cost to the student. Several programs also provide dual-enrollment opportunities in designated courses.
More information about CTE programs is available at www. lcps.org/cte or contact the Office of Career Technical and Adult Education at 571-252-6380.
Computer Science
The Computer Science office demonstrates a comprehensive approach to integrating and expanding computer science
education across all grade levels. At the elementary and middle school levels, Instructional Facilitators play a crucial role in supporting the integration of computer science concepts into the K-8 curriculum. These facilitators work closely with teachers to develop engaging, age-appropriate lessons introducing students to foundational computer science skills.
At the secondary level, dedicated Computer Science Resource Teachers focus on building robust Computer Science Pathways, ensuring students have access to a progressive and coherent computer science education as they advance through high school. This strategic approach reflects the office’s commitment to expanding computer science offerings and fulfilling the Computer Science Pipeline program, which aims to create a continuous learning path from elementary through high school, preparing students for future academic pursuits and careers in the rapidly evolving technology field.
For additional information, visit www.lcps.org/ctea or contact the Computer Science Office at 571-252-6380.
English Learner Program
The English Learner (EL) program focuses on developing English language proficiency for students eligible for Language Instruction Education Program (LIEP) services, ensuring meaningful and equitable access to the general education curriculum for all English Learners. LIEP services are available to all eligible students in grades Kindergarten through 12.
For information or questions about the EL program or LIEP services, contact the Division of English Learners at (571) 252-1390, or visit www.lcps.org/el.
Family Life Education Curriculum
The LCPS Family Life Education (FLE) Curriculum teaches that all human beings have worth and dignity, the family is the primary structure of our society and parents/guardians are and should be the primary family life educators for their children. Parents/guardians can always access the “Opt-Out” section
in ParentVUE where they can indicate if they want their child excused from the Family Life Education Curriculum. The “OptOut” decision should be completed within the first two weeks of the school year and prior to instruction being delivered. Curriculum guides and materials used in Family Life classes are available for review during “Parent/Guardian Preview Days” and through the ParentVUE portal.
For information about FLE, contact the Health & Physical Education Supervisor at (571) 252-1430 or visit www.lcps.org/fle.
Gifted and Talented Education
Programs and services are available for gifted learners beginning in elementary school. Differentiated Classroom Instruction (DCI) provides identified students in grades K-3 through SEARCH, a classroom resource program focusing on creative and critical thinking for all students in grades K-3. The FUTURA program offers gifted services to eligible students in grades 4 and 5. Identified students from underrepresented populations who demonstrate gifted potential may participate in the EDGE program.
Middle school gifted learners receive services while attending Spectrum classes. Honors classes are available to gifted learners in grades 6-12, while Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment classes are available for gifted learners in high school.
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Information on the LCPS Gifted Program is available at www.lcps.org/giftedandtalented, or staff can be reached at (571) 252-1440.
Instructional Technology and Support
The Instructional Technology Office provides professional learning opportunities focused on the knowledge and skills necessary to design technology-enabled lessons that lead to deeper learning for students. Instructional Facilitators for Technology (IFTs) work directly with teachers in schools to provide job-embedded coaching and support to help teachers maximize the impact of technology on student learning.
Instructional Assistance
Students who are not successful using the standard curriculum or who perform below certain levels on standardized tests receive remedial help in mathematics, language arts and reading through classroom teachers and reading specialists. Extra attention provides specific help in developing essential academic skills. In addition, students in eligible schools having difficulty learning to read may receive support from the federally funded Title I Program.
Preschool Programs - Head Start and STEP
Head Start and Starting Towards Excellence in Preschool (STEP) are high-quality preschool programs serving at-risk preschoolage children. Age, income and/or diagnosed disability determine eligibility for each program.
Applications are available online in English and Spanish at www.LCPS.org/HeadStart. For additional information, contact the Head Start/STEP office at (571) 252-2110.
Summer School
Summer school offers multiple learning opportunities for recommended students to practice and apply academic skills.
Summer school engages students in grades K-5, who continue developing language arts and math skills. It is held at all elementary schools. The summer school for grades 6-8 is held at individual schools and supports the needs of identified math and English/Language Arts learners. Grades 9-12 provide a summer extension credit recovery program to support completing graduation requirements in core academic courses. Summer extension is available at each LCPS high school. Contact the school principal, teachers and counselors for information.
Special Programs
LCPS provides multiple opportunities to enhance learning throughout the county and supports the increase and development of special programs or academies aligned with the LCPS strategic framework.
Special programs or academies are any programs not part of the standard, approved program of studies or that deviate from School Board policy or regulation. They are extensions to curriculum and content that provide students with learning experiences that enrich and expand upon their interests, talents and strengths and prepare them for post-secondary college and careers. The type of credit students receive depends on the specific course offerings. Special programs are available for the 2024-2025 school year, emphasizing technical skills, core academics and post-secondary
and hands-on learning opportunities. The following programs meet the workforce’s challenges, economic growth and emerging new occupations.
Special Programs available in elementary school include Dual Language Immersion (DLI). DLI provides core academic instruction in two languages, English and Spanish, beginning in Kindergarten for both native English speakers and English learners. Dual Language programs are hosted at Potowmack and Sanders Corner elementary schools.
Special Programs that start in high school include:
• Academies of Loudoun (ACL): ACL is a 9-12 STEM educational center offering three unique academic programs of study, including the Academy of Engineering & Technology (AET), the Academy of Science (AOS) and the Monroe Advanced Technical Academy (MATA).
• Health & Medical Sciences Academy (HAMSci): HAMSci is a four-year program that provides opportunities in science or healthcare. Students accepted into the Health & Medical Sciences Academy will have two pathways to choose from: Biomedical Sciences and Language of Medicine. HAMSci is housed at Briar Woods and Tuscarora high schools.
• International Baccalaureate (IB): IB is a rigorous fouryear program with a highly respected college preparatory curriculum at Heritage and Loudoun Valley high schools.
• Navy Junior Reserves Officer Training Corps (NJROTC): NJROTC is an accredited curriculum emphasizing citizenship and leadership development. The mission of the NJROTC program is to instill in students the ideals of Leadership, Character, Honor and Service as the foundation for success in life. The program is hosted at Loudoun County High School.
• Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST): TJHSST is a specialized math and science school with a STEM-focused curriculum. It is in Alexandria, VA and is part of Fairfax County Public Schools.
For information about any Special Programs available at LCPS, visit www.lcps.org/specprog.
Virtual Loudoun
Virtual Loudoun has three programs that offer online learning opportunities, Virtual Loudoun Online (VLO), Virtual Distance Learning (VDL) and Virtual Distance Elementary (VDE).
• Virtual Loudoun Online (VLO) offers asynchronous courses through Schoology using content aligned to the Standards of Learning (SOLs). Courses present educational material and credit courses at the high school level to students using online delivery. For more information, please visit www.lcps.org/VLO.
• Virtual Distance Learning (VDL) is full time schooling for secondary students in grades 6-12. The school program offers synchronous daily instruction. Students enrolled in VDL will take all classes virtually; courses are delivered using the Schoology learning management system, and students will collectively log in to class via Google Meet. For more information, please visit www.lcps.org/VDL.
• Virtual Distance Elementary (VDE) is full time schooling for elementary students in grades 1-5. The school program offers synchronous, daily instruction. Students enrolled in VDE will take all classes virtually; courses are delivered using the Schoology learning management system, and students will collectively log in to class via Google Meet. For more information, please visit www.lcps.org/VDE.
Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning is a structured and coordinated work experience that relates closely to the occupational aspect of the student’s educational program. Work-Based Learning cooperative education programs involve:
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• A combination of academic course work and work-based experiences;
• Students earning high school credit while on the job;
• A written cooperative agreement between the high school and the employer; and
• Connecting learning activities between the classroom and the work experience.
For additional information, contact the Career, Technical, and Adult Education Office at (571) 252-6380.
Library Media
School libraries, guided by certified librarians, support the circulation of more than 1.5 million copies of print and digital materials within dynamic social learning spaces. These interactive environments provide teaching, collaboration, presentation and production areas. Librarians actively co-teach information literacy, foster the joy of reading and collaborate with teachers and students to transform libraries into learning spaces that foster deeper engagement with authentic challenges.
ParentVue Accounts
The Phoenix Student Information System (SIS) is a secure, web-based, internally hosted application. It houses the parent portal, ParentVUE and the student portal, StudentVUE. Both are available on mobile devices and standard browsers. ParentVUE can be used to report tardies, absences and requests for early dismissal. Parents and guardians can update phone numbers, e-mail addresses and emergency contact information in ParentVUE, as well as view student assignments, assessment scores and grades. Access to ParentVUE is provided through an activation key code in a letter sent to your mailing address after your student has completed registration.
For more information, please visit the ParentVUE information page at www.lcps.org/PVUE.
Report Cards, Grading Scales and Parent/Teacher Conferences
Report cards are posted in ParentVUE four (4) times during the year for grades Kindergarten through 12. During the 2024-2025 school year, marking periods will end on October 29, January 24, April 3 and June 13. Parent/teacher conferences are strongly encouraged and may be scheduled through school offices or directly through teachers.
Loudoun County middle and high schools have an approved 10-point grading scale. The grading scale is as follows:
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Schoology Supports Access to Learning Resources
Schoology is a learning management system (LMS) that connects students, staff, and families to content-related information. Similar to a website, Schoology serves as an extension of the classroom and can share announcements, pictures, newsletters, discussions, lessons and videos. Students log into LCPSGo to access Schoology.
The difference between Phoenix SIS, ParentVUE and Schoology is that Phoenix SIS and ParentVue are student information systems (SIS) that contain content like the student’s demographics, parent information, emergency contact information, grades and bus schedules. Schoology populates classes, teachers, and students in Schoology from Phoenix. The teacher creates the content on the teacher’s Schoology pages to share with students and parents.
For more information, please visit blogs.lcps.org/schoology.
Textbooks
The Loudoun County School Board provides for textbooks to be supplied free of charge. Students pay for books they damage or lose. Per the VDOE, “The Board of Education has the responsibility under the state constitution to approve textbooks for use in Virginia’s public schools. Local school boards may adopt textbooks that are not on the board-approved list provided the school board selects such books in accordance with regulations promulgated by the board.”
For more information about Textbooks, visit www.lcps.org/ textbooks.
Child Care
LCPS does not provide after-school childcare; however, the county’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services CASA program can discuss support options. For information about CASA, call (703) 737-8042.
Health Care
The health and well-being of students are top priorities. Each school has at least three staff members trained in CPR, first aid techniques and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use. Some elementary schools employ full-time, trained Health Clinic Specialists under resource nurses and staff supervision. Full-time School nurses serve most elementary schools and all middle and high schools.
Contact the school health office directly with any student health concerns.
Housing Services through McKinney-Vento Act
Students in families experiencing housing loss or in unstable living arrangements may qualify for McKinney-Vento services. These services may include free school meals, immediate enrollment, the ability to remain enrolled at the school of origin (if living outside of that school’s attendance zone) and transportation to that school of origin.
Applications for McKinney-Vento are available in multiple languages and can be completed online at www.lcps.org/ mckinney-vento. Schools are also available to assist and school staff may apply on behalf of a student if there are any barriers to the family completing the application on their own. For assistance, contact the McKinney-Vento office at (571) 252-6523.
Parent Resource Services
LCPS Parent Resource Services (PRS) is committed to building positive relationships among the entities that support the
positive development of the whole child. PRS encourages a positive working relationship between families, educators and the community, provides workshops for families and educators to promote an understanding of the special education process and to nurture the development of the whole child including academic, social, emotional, health and behavioral skills, and connects families and educators to resources.
For more information about PRS and the special education resources they provide, visit www.lcps.org/parentresourceservices.
Special Education
LCPS provides free, appropriate and inclusive public education to all children with disabilities ages two to 21 residing in Loudoun County. Special education and related services are designed to meet the unique educational needs of children with disabilities, provide educational opportunities in the general curriculum to the extent possible by each child’s individualized education program (IEP) and prepare children with disabilities for opportunities in post-secondary education, employment and independent living. Programs offered serve students with developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, emotional disabilities, specific learning disabilities, visual, hearing, speech-language, orthopedic and other health impairments, autism, traumatic brain injuries and multiple disabilities.
Parents/Guardians who believe their child has a disability and may need special education should contact the principal
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or designee of the school the child attends. In addition, the Parent Resource Services (PRS) provides parents/guardians with information regarding special education services and coordinated training. Families may contact the PRS staff at (571) 252-6541.
For students ages 2 through 5, the Preschool Child Find Center can assist with identifying potential special education needs and educate families about child development and the importance of early intervention. Developmental screening appointments may be scheduled at no cost to families by calling (571) 252-2110.
Student Mental Health Services
Unified Mental Health Teams (UMHT) at each school consist of a School Counselor, School Social Worker, School Psychologist, Student Assistance Specialist, Health Clinic Specialist, School Nurse/Health Clinic Specialist, Attendance Officer and Behavioral Specialist. The UMHT team is responsible for coordinating and providing a continuum of school-based prevention and intervention supports and services to address the social, emotional and behavioral needs of students who are experiencing challenges that affect their school functioning.
For information about student mental health programs and community services for families visit www.lcps.org/SMHS.
Bus Transportation
LCPS operates and maintains a fleet of 750 school buses that travel over 8.0 million miles annually, serving more than 83,000 students. Home-to-school bus transportation is furnished for students according to School Board Policy 6210.
All students are afforded transportation services for various extracurricular and athletic trips throughout the school year.
Parents can access their student’s transportation information and bus location information using the Stopfinder app. Instructions for using the Stopfinder app can be found at www.lcps.org/stopfinder.
Contact and Feedback
The LCPS Transportation Division works hard to provide exceptional service and always looks for ways to continuously improve its service to the LCPS community. Feedback, questions, concerns or general inquiries can be shared through Transportation’s online Let’s Talk contact form at www.lcps.org/ transportation. Staff is committed to reading, responding and acting on each inquiry and will follow up accordingly.
SUPPORT SERVICES
Online Auction
Beginning the first Monday of each month, LCPS holds an online auction. These auctions make surplus items available for purchase by the general public. Surplus and obsolete items from schools and administrative offices are processed through the online auction for sale. Details regarding any changes in schedule will be posted on the auction site. To register to bid, please visit publicsurplus.com.
For any additional information or questions, please contact our LCPS public surplus team at lcpssurplus@lcps.org.
School Meals
Meals served at school provide meals to support academic achievement and promote lifelong healthy food choices. School Nutrition Services (SNS) professionals prepare and serve nutritious breakfast and lunch meals daily to students throughout LCPS and offer after-school snacks and supper meals at select schools across the division. All meals served follow recommendations and regulations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the United States Department of Agriculture. SNS serves traditional breakfast in school cafeterias or via school-determined alternative breakfast models, like Breakfast in the Classroom, Breakfast After the Bell, Grab and Go Breakfast and Wellness Breaks. Ala carte items meeting Smart Snack Guidelines will be available for purchase during the lunch period.
School Meals: Food Allergy and Dietary Restrictions
School Nutrition Services (SNS) posts menus that contain nutrient content and allergen information for the food and beverages served in schools. The ingredient list for each menu item is available online and for those who need to monitor ingredients for allergies, special dietary needs or personal preference. Please note that ingredients are listed on product specification sheets provided by the manufacturer and are subject to change without notice. LCPS SNS can not guarantee the information provided.
Parents, guardians and students are encouraged to visit the SNS online menus at www.lcpshealthycafe.org to view a record of allergens included in the menu offerings.
For more information or to access menus and ingredient lists, visit lcpshealthycafe.org. To contact LCPS School Nutrition Services directly, call (540) 751-2690.
School Meals: Free and Reduced Eligibility
Students from households meeting federal income guidelines will qualify for free or reduced-price school benefits, services and additional financial assistance. Students who meet the guidelines for free or reduced-price meals eat in LCPS cafeterias at no cost to their families.
Free and reduced-price meal applications must be completed online or on paper. Online applications are available at www.lcps. org/freeandreduced. Paper applications are available in all schools and from the LCPS School Nutrition Services Office, 20 High Street, Round Hill, VA 20141, (540) 751-2690.
For more information, inquiries or comments, email SNS at cafe@lcps.org.
Technology Support
The Department of Digital Innovation (DDI) provides leadership for developing and implementing digital innovation initiatives that will enable meaningful, effective and secure technology use throughout the division.
Each division school/site receives technology support from an assigned Digital Experience Specialist. Staff members or students needing technology support should contact their assigned Digital Experience Specialist. The contact information for the Digital Experience Specialist is in the staff directory located on each school website.
Parents should contact their local school directly for assistance. Division staff needing immediate assistance during regular business hours can contact the DDI Technology Support Center at (571) 252-2112 or submit an incident in the Technology Support Center portal at www.supportcenter.lcps.org.
Technology support information and available resources can be found at www.lcps.org/DDI.
FINANCE Finance
LCPS operates on an annual budget adopted by the School Board. Local revenue appropriated by the Board of Supervisors provides the major source of funding. School operating budgets are planned with input from parents and the general public.
2024 - 2025 School Operating Budget
FINANCE
Cost Per Pupil
The cost per pupil to educate students in LCPS is estimated to be $21,793 for the 2024-2025 school year. This figure includes $17,142 for instruction; $894 for administration, attendance and health; $1,026 for pupil transportation; $96 for facilities; $1,857 for operation and maintenance; and $778 for technology.
School Bond Vote on November 5, 2024
Bond funding for school construction will be up for voter approval on November 5, 2024.
On the referendum this year are the costs to design, construct and equip the LCPS Facility Renewals and Alterations and the costs of other public school facilities as requested by the Loudoun County School Board. The maximum amount in capital improvement bonds this referendum would authorize is $10,000,000.
With the start of the 2024-2025 school year, LCPS’ enrollment is expected to exceed 83,000 students, in 100 school buildings. School total includes two Educational Centers: Academies of Loudoun and The North Star School.
*William Obediah Robey High Schools offers two academic periods each day (8am to 1:30pm and 3pm to 8pm) to accommodate students’ needs for flexible scheduling.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Ashley D. Barkley, Principal 23269 Meetinghouse Lane, Aldie VA 20105
Brian J. Blubaugh, Principal
Karen A. Shields, Assistant Principal 20196 Carter Court, Sterling, VA 20165
Andrew Y. Stevens, Principal
Steven J. Charlish, Assistant Principal 41740 Tall Cedars Parkway, Aldie, VA 20105
Rebecca Pierce, Principal
Megan Cannon, Assistant Principal 44062 Fincastle Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
Jennifer N.S. Ewing, Principal
Anabel C. Trinidad, Assistant Principal 821 Battlefield Parkway, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Robert L. Carter, Principal 35231 Snake Hill Road, Middleburg, VA 20117
Elizabeth ‘Erin’ Timothy, Principal
Danielle Long, Assistant Principal 20235 Nightwatch Street, Ashburn, VA 20147
Alisa Rogaliner, Principal
Melissa Mehalchick, Assistant Principal 42190 Seven Hills Drive, Aldie, VA 20105
Dr. Mojisola Adejumo, Principal
Shalonda Dixon-Hawes, Assistant Principal 26155 Bullrun Post Office Road, Centreville, VA 20120
Uzma Askari, Principal
Ryan J. Mouw, Assistant Principal 43330 Loudoun Reserve Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
Janet A. Platenberg, Principal
Jacquelynne K. Spencer, Assistant Principal 311 Catoctin Circle, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
Robert L. Marple, Principal
Jonathan K. Tracey, Assistant Principal 43700 Tolamac Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
Christopher J. Cadwell, Principal
Maria J. Carreras, Assistant Principal 501 Tavistock Drive, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Richard L. Rudnick, Principal
Katherina D. Johnson, Assistant Principal 20624 Countryside Boulevard, Sterling, VA 20165
Brendan M. Quigley, Principal
Janet R. Davidson, Assistant Principal 23171 Minerva Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
Monica A. Edwards, Principal
Stephanie Worthley, Assistant Principal 38180 W. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158
Christopher S. Painter, Principal
Deborah L. Ragan, Assistant Principal 44020 Grace Bridge Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
Jeffrey M. Joseph, Principal
Janet A. Lewis, Assistant Principal 44045 Bruceton Mills Circle, Ashburn, VA 20147
Melissa Logan, Principal
Anne Harris, Assistant Principal 510 Principal Drummond Way, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Dawn E. Haddock, Principal
David J. Cramer, Assistant Principal 440 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville, VA 20132
Jennifer E. Thiessen, Principal
Jennifer Haggerty, Assistant Principal 491 Evergreen Mill Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Rhonda J. Lopez, Principal
Nicolette Pisani, Assistant Principal 46245 Forest Ridge Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
Brian Klippel, Principal
Alison Estes, Assistant Principal 24945 Lobo Drive, Aldie, VA 20105
Rolando Tillman, Principal
Andrea F. Cho, Assistant Principal 600 W. Poplar Road, Sterling, VA 20164
Kelly M. Meisenzahl, Principal 54 S. Kerr Street, Hamilton, VA 20158
Paul L. Vickers, Principal 37110 Charles Town Pike, Purcellville, VA 20132
Chris A. Mills, Principal
Katherine Armstrong, Assistant Principal 43000 Ellzey Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
Neil J. Kraus, Principal
Meredith Wetmore, Assistant Principal 46665 Broadmore Drive, Sterling, VA 20165
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Lori A. Mercer, Principal
Abigail Cebular, Assistant Principal
Timothy Finnerty, Assistant Principal 41135 Collaboration Drive, Aldie, VA 20105
Heidi E. Smith, Principal
Carlene L. Lydic, Assistant Principal 42819 Center Street, South Riding, VA 20152
Jessica Lee, Assistant Principal 41125 Collaboration Drive, Aldie, VA 20105
Shawn R. Lacey, Principal
Dr. Elanyna Clokes, Assistant Principal 323 Plaza Street, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Kirsten L. O’Hara, Principal
Melissa Bugaj, Assistant Principal 22995 Minerva Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
Paul A. Pack, Principal
Courtney Peckham, Assistant Principal 25491 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152
Dave D. Michener, Principal 18048 Lincoln Road, Purcellville, VA 20132
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Kevin C. Murphy, Principal
Kimberly I. Dempsey, Assistant Principal 43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, VA 20152
Daniel W. Lani Jr., Principal
Timothy Finnerty, Assistant Principal 49 S. Loudoun Street, Lovettsville, VA 20180
Dr. Kate L. Puschak, Principal
Jennifer L. Painter, Assistant Principal 20755 Whitewater Drive, Sterling, VA 20165
Laura Ganley, Principal 14550 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg, VA 20176
David W. Stewart, Principal
Robert Rauch, Assistant Principal
Tricia D. Ulbrich, Assistant Principal 42380 Creighton Road, Ashburn VA, 20148
Anna Purdy, Principal
Andrew Lynch, Assistant Principal 729 S. Sugarland Run Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
POLICIES AND REGULATIONS SCHOOL DIRECTORY
Stephen Robinson, Principal 101 N. Madison Street, Middleburg, VA 20117
(703) 779-8932
John T. Cornely, Principal
Brittney Bryan, Assistant Principal 42940 Ridgeway Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
Paula Williams, Principal
Carl Hood, Assistant Principal
Sheree Wong, Assistant Principal 22325 Mooreview Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20148
Jill D. Broaddus, Principal
Brad A. Toohill, Assistant Principal 36803 Allder School Road, Purcellville, VA 20132
Shawn M. Lyons, Principal
TBD, Assistant Principal 43335 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147
Paul G. Thiessen Jr., Principal
Turner Donaldson , Assistant Principal 25480 Mindful Court, Aldie, VA 20105
Mark K. Hayden, Principal
Nahid Z. Haidari, Assistant Principal 46465 Esterbrook Circle, Sterling, VA 20165
Nikole Mullen, Principal
Matthew Cookus, Assistant Principal 800 North King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
Michael Burd, Principal
Nicole Makstutis, Assistant Principal 500 E. Frederick Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
Colleen M. O’Neill, Principal
TBD, Assistant Principal 17115 Evening Star Drive, Round Hill, VA 20141
Michael J. Jacques, Principal
Charles “Chet” Huey, Assistant Principal 43100 Ashburn Farm Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147
Garett E. Brazina, Principal
Ashley Hinkle, Assistant Principal 43345 Coton Commons Drive, Leesburg, VA 20176
Jennifer M. Short, Principal
Jeffrey “Colt” A. Fletcher, Assistant Principal 200 W. Church Road, Sterling, VA 20164
Dr. Gregory S. Mihalik, Principal
Cassie Colasuonno, Assistant Principal 65 Sugarland Run Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
John T. Tuck, Principal
Jeffrey Mayer, Assistant Principal 300 Circle Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
Derek A. Racino, Principal
Courtney E. Jones, Assistant Principal 21100 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg, VA 20175
Timothy R. Sparbanie, Principal
Maureen Sidor, Assistant Principal 24200 Pissarro Drive, Sterling, VA 20166
Daneesha Davis, Principal
Dana M. Bober, Assistant Principal 691 Potomac Station Drive, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
Andrew C. Heironimus, Principal 15513 Loyalty Road, Waterford, VA 20197
Michael A. Pellegrino, Principal
Christopher Rawls, Assistant Principal 42560 Black Angus Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
................................................. (571) 223-2282
Julia E. Burton, Principal
Beth Karstaedt, Assistant Principal 20700 Marblehead Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
MIDDLE SCHOOL
BELMONT RIDGE MIDDLE ................................ (571) 252-2220
................................................. (703) 669-1455
Katie J. Johnson, Principal
David J. McKenzie, Assistant Principal
Michael A. Surma, Assistant Principal 19045 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176
................................................. (540) 338-6823
Brion E. Bell, Principal
Matthew A. Bolen, Assistant Principal
Nancy C. Griffith-Cochran, Assistant Principal 551 East A Street, Purcellville, VA 20132
................................................. (571) 349-3260
TBD, Principal
Jesselyn Batts, Assistant Principal
Lisa Gray, Assistant Principal
Corrina Orr, Assistant Principal 23070 Learning Circle, Ashburn, VA 20148
..................................... (571) 252-2142
................................................. (703) 779-8977
Scott F. Phillips, Principal
David Barlock, Assistant Principal
Jennifer Richmond, Assistant Principal 42901 Waxpool Road, Ashburn, VA 20148
................................................. (703) 771-6495
Sherryl D. Loya, Principal
John Ameen, Assistant Principal
Mitchell S. Seipt, Assistant Principal 44281 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147
Eric L. Stewart, Principal
Kristen N. Hepner, Assistant Principal
Eric M. McGrady, Assistant Principal 38174 W. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158
Stacee L. Huffer, Principal
David Friend, Assistant Principal
Erin Piñero, Assistant Principal 701 Potomac Station Drive, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176
MICHAEL LUNSFORD MIDDLE .......................... (703) 722-2660
................................................. (703) 327-2420
Amanda Hudson, Principal
Jennifer L. Brooks, Assistant Principal
Suzie Salgado, Assistant Principal 26020 Ticonderoga Road, Chantilly, VA 20152
Nikisha A. Diehl, Principal
Valerie S. Cashman, Assistant Principal
Dr. Kelsey Malone, Assistant Principal 42149 Greenstone Drive, Aldie, VA 20105
Phone
.................................... (571) 434-3222
................................................. (703) 444-7578
David E. Shaffer, Principal
Dr. Valerie DiCarlo, Assistant Principal
Nicholas R. Fisher, Assistant Principal 46240 Algonkian Parkway, Sterling, VA 20165
Phone
.................................... (571) 434-4422
................................................. (703) 444-7567
Nicholas Cottone, Principal
Alex Jo, Assistant Principal
Brenda S. Patton, Assistant Principal
Dr. Maria Wakefield, Assistant Principal 98 Seneca Ridge Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
Dr. Tripp Di Nicola, Principal
Jarrod D. Dungan, Assistant Principal
Sarah McIntosh, Assistant Principal 490 Evergreen Mill Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
William Y. Waldman, Principal
Joseph A. Guinther, Assistant Principal
Kelly Smyth, Assistant Principal 850 North King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
Fitzroy R. Frew, Principal
Elena M. Barham, Assistant Principal
Gonzalo Gallardo, Assistant Principal
Giuliana Jahnsen Lewis, Assistant Principal 201 W. Holly Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164
Rohini Tohan, Principal
TBD, Assistant Principal
Jaclyn Royster, Assistant Principal 23415 Evergreen Ridge Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
Bridget M. Beichler, Principal
Lauren Lindstrom-Rudolph, Assistant Principal
Marlene Santos, Assistant Principal 20325 Claiborne Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147
................................................. (571) 349-0772
Lenny D. Compton, Principal
Kjersti Oliver, Assistant Principal
Gela W. Russell, Assistant Principal 41480 Steeplechase Loop Drive, Leesburg, VA 20175
.................................................
Dr. Michelle Campiglia, Principal
William “Bill” Peterson, Assistant Principal
Brandon Clarke, Assistant Principal 40915 Braddock Road, Aldie, VA 20105 BRIAR WOODS
HIGH SCHOOL
Fax ................................................. (703) 542-5923
Sheila R. Alzate, Principal
TBD, Assistant Principal
Richard B. Rovang Jr., Assistant Principal
Nicholas Snead, Assistant Principal
Troy S. Washington, Assistant Principal Jessie Green, Counseling Director...........................
Michael Benson, Athletic Director .......................... (703) 957-4408 22525 Belmont Ridge Road, Ashburn, VA 20148
..................................................
David A. Spage, Principal
Mari Estrada, Assistant Principal
Jennifer L. Hvozdovic, Assistant Principal
Chad Runfola, Assistant Principal
Jennifer Kroll, Counseling Director........................... (571) 252-2314
Ryan A. Young, Athletic Director ............................ (571) 252-2310 21670 Ashburn Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
Melissa Sargeant, Principal
Skyla Ausel, Assistant Principal
Sarah Kinzer, Assistant Principal
TBD, Assistant Principal
Solomon T. Wright, Assistant Principal TBD, Counseling Director ................................ (703) 722-2687
Jim Harris, Athletic Director .............................. (703) 722-2690 41535 Sacred Mountain Street, Aldie, VA 20105
Dr. John Brewer, Principal
Dr. Jason Allison, Assistant Principal
Jamie M. Braxton, Assistant Principal
Nicole Maldonado, Assistant Principal
David Edwards, Counseling Director ......................... (571) 434-4412
Darrell Wilson, Athletic Director ........................... (571) 434-4410 21326 Augusta Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
Neelum S. Chaudhry, Principal
CaSandra Alexander, Assistant Principal
Darnell Barbour, Assistant Principal
Kathryn Koscinski, Assistant Principal
Phuong Lue, Assistant Principal
Kevin Weeren, Athletic Director ............................ (703) 957-4308 25450 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152
Jeffrey R. Adam, Principal
Ross S. Armstrong, Assistant Principal
Adrian E. Powell, Assistant Principal
Kimberly Vaughn Assistant Principal
James J. Totaro, Athletic Director ............................ (571)
520 Evergreen Mill Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
John G. Gabriel, Principal
Jonathan A. Bonner, Assistant Principal
Daniel Kim, Assistant Principal
Jennifer L. Piccolomini, Assistant Principal
Jennifer P. Traina, Assistant Principal
Jaclyn E. Smith, Counseling Director ........................ (571)
Ryan J. Rogers, Athletic Director ............................ (571) 367-4210 23115 Learning Circle, Ashburn, VA 20148
Dr. Ryan P. Hitchman, Principal
Jeremy Cortash, Assistant Principal
Dr. Kimberly Jackson, Assistant Principal
Dr. Felicia Lewis, Assistant Principal
Sundaram Thirukkurungudi, Assistant Principal
Jason Treon, Athletic Director .............................. (571)
41025 Collaboration Drive, Aldie, VA 20105
Dr. Michelle L. Luttrell, Principal
Kristyn Inman, Assistant Principal
Lacey L. Kimbrough, Assistant Principal
Kathleen I. Post, Assistant Principal
Kathleen “Kate” Cassidy, Athletic
..................... (571) 252-2010 415 Dry Mill Road, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
Dr. Susan A. Ross, Principal
William R. Gulgert, Assistant Principal
Nicole K. Herndon, Assistant Principal
Andrew P. Johnson, Assistant Principal
Paul Hall, Counseling Director ............................. (540) 751-2407
Kristopher K. Kelican, Athletic Director .......................(540) 751-2410 340 N. Maple Avenue, Purcellville, VA 20132
Dr. Jason Jefferson, Principal
Andrew Barton, Assistant Principal
Angela Brown, Assistant Principal
Tania Brown, Assistant Principal
Elmo Green, Assistant Principal
Jason Supon, Counseling Director (571) 434-4507
Jason S. Testerman, Athletic Director (571) 434-4510 400 W. Laurel Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164
.................................... (571) 434-3202
................................................. (703) 542-0940
Dr. Brandon G. Wolfe, Principal
Rodney M. Jones, Jr., Assistant Principal
Michaela “Kiki” Ottenberg, Assistant Principal
Kenneth Trotman, Assistant Principal
Rae Ann M. Paolozzi, Counseling Director .................... (571) 434-3204
Nicholas Siano, Athletic Director ............................ (571) 434-3210 46400 Algonkian Parkway, Potomac Falls, VA 20165
554-8900
Phone Line .................................... (703) 554-8902
................................................. (703) 858-7910
Douglas A. Anderson, Principal
Rose M. Fraze, Assistant Principal
Kristin N. Mackert, Assistant Principal
Chelsea Northman, Assistant Principal
Nicholas Snead, Assistant Principal
Luke Mason, Counseling Director (703) 554-8907
Matthew D. Oblas, Athletic Director ......................... (703) 554-8910 19019 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176
Dr. Jeanene E. Sims, Principal
Dr. Amy G. Carroll, Counseling Director 21328 Augusta Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
RIDGE HIGH .....................................
John M. Duellman, Principal
Jennifer M. Cavanaugh, Assistant Principal
Dawn H. Dickerson, Assistant Principal
Michael M. Fitzgerald, Assistant Principal
996-2100
(703) 996-2102
(703) 542-0933
Kevin A. Terry, Counseling Director ......................... (703) 996-2107
Patrick A. McNanley II, Athletic Director (703) 996-2110 43460 Loudoun Reserve Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148
252-2201
Timothy J. Flynn, Principal
Calvin Adams, Assistant Principal
Kaitlin Sommer, Assistant Principal
Lisa Tartaglia, Assistant Principal
Amrita Sethi, Counseling Director ........................... (571) 252-2214
Joan Windows, Athletic Director
252-2210 43100 Hay Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
POLICIES AND REGULATIONS SCHOOL DIRECTORY
TUSCARORA HIGH ...................................... (571) 252-1900
Absentee Phone Line ..................................... (571) 252-1902
Fax (571) 252-1901
Pamela Croft, Principal
Nekeya Ailsworth, Assistant Principal
Suyi Chuang, Assistant Principal
Dr. Fredericka Harris-Mack, Assistant Principal
Jennifer L. Reed, Counseling Director ......................... (571) 252-1907
Tony E. Tallent, Athletic Director ............................ (571) 252-1910 801 N. King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
WOODGROVE HIGH .................................... (540) 751-2600
Absentee Phone Line .................................... (540) 751-2602
Fax ................................................. (540) 751-2650
Dr. William S. Shipp, Principal
Ebony Richardson Jackson, Assistant Principal
Matthew S. Swartz, Assistant Principal
Christina M. Thompson, Assistant Principal
Geri M. Fiore, Counseling Director .......................... (540) 751-2607
Theodore “Rusty” Lowery, Athletic Director................... (540) 751-2610 36811 Allder School Road, Purcellville, VA 20132
EDUCATIONAL CENTERS
Dr. Tinell L. Priddy, Principal
Robert H. Rimmel, Assistant Principal
Brian Markley, AET Director
Jennifer Chang, AOS Director
Matthew Wilburn, MATA Director
Amy Burgess, Counseling Director ...........................
42075 Loudoun Academy Drive, Leesburg, VA 20175
Dr. Shaun Mason, Principal ........................................... 715 Childrens Center Road SW, Leesburg, VA 20175 ..........................
Stacie M. Ahrens-Mininberg, Principal
Allan Edwards, Assistant Principal
David L. Royhab, Counseling Director 715 Childrens Center Road SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
Laura Hicks, Principal
Joe Schwarz, Instructional Designer
Keith Burdette, Distance Learning Specialist (VDL)
Denise Soukup, Distance Learning Specialist (VDL)
Heather Hurley, Distance Learning Specialist (VDE)
Cynthia J. Fillman, Counseling Director, Distance Learning & Online Learning 801 N. King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) ...... (571) 252-1350
Dr. Latisha Ellis-Williams, Assistant Superintendent
Shahid Muhammad, Supervisor, DEIA
Cynthia Lewis, Supervisor, DEIA
Jessica Heitfield, Coordinator, DEIA Office of the Auditor General.........................................................
Ahmad Woods, Auditor General
Alanna Cooper, Internal Auditor
Chi Que Tran, Internal Auditor
Safety & Security...........................................................................
John Clark, Director
John Barnett, Supervisor
Warren Pelton, Supervisor, Operations
Kreg Horst, Supervisor, Infrastructure 42000 Loudoun Center Place, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Operations Center (24/7 Dispatch) .................................... (703) 779-8833
Natalie Allen, Chief Communications & Community Engagement Officer
Dan Adams, Public Information Officer
Julie Braley, Communications Coordinator
Strategic Communications
Joan Sahlgren, Director
Erin L. Robinson, Communications Supervisor - Digital Media & Engagement
Dr. Christina Arpante, Communications Coordinator
Amiee Freeman, Communications Coordinator
Caitlin Madden, Web Content Manager
Renée Dawson, Director
Sarah Boise, Supervisor - Outreach Services
Interpreters, Parent Liaisons, Language Assistance
Dr. Ashley F. Ellis, Chief Academic Officer
Leigh A. Bennett, Supervisor, Assessment
Robert W. Mainhart Jr., Specialist, Assessment Services
Brandy Crowley, Specialist, Assessment Services
Jennifer Fulton, Specialist, Assessment Services
Katherine Lowery, Assessment Support Coach
Lisa O’Neill, Program Analyst
20 High Street, Round Hill, VA 20141
Dr. David Blaiklock, Supervisor, Research
Vivian Jefferson, Specialist, Research
Research, Assessment & School Improvement (RASI) ..................... (571) 252-2400
Dr. Ryan L. Tyler, Director, RASI
School Improvement .................................................................... (571) 252-2430
Scott W. Meisenzahl, Supervisor, School Improvement
Jana Griffith, Specialist, School Improvement Accountability
Erin Craddock, Specialist, School Improvement Accountability
Jennifer Podgorski, Specialist, School Improvement Accountability
Department of Teaching and Learning
Neil C. Slevin, Assistant Superintendent
Lori Sink, Program Manager Academic Programs ...................................................................... (571)
Kathryn Clark, Director
Grant Schafer, Supervisor
Admissions, Academies of Loudoun................................................ (571) 252-1933
Joe Livesay, Coordinator
Kerry Flaherty, Specialist, Admissions Outreach
Jacqueline Hernandez, Specialist, Admissions Outreach 42075 Loudoun Academy Drive, Leesburg, VA 20175
Adult Education ...........................................................................
Carolyn Solares, Supervisor 715 Childrens Center Road, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
Career & Technical Education .......................................................
Dr. Michael Grubbs, Director
Jennifer Alpers, Supervisor
Vandana Sharma, Coordinator, HAMSci
George Bishop, Specialist
Arnaz Dotivala, Specialst
Kristina Lee, Coordinator, Work-based Learning
Computer Science ........................................................................ (571) 252-6380
Nicholas G. Grzeda, Supervisor
AWS Think Big Space, J.L. Simpson MS (571) 252-2854 490 Evergreen Mill Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Early Literacy, Elementary Reading and Writing ............................. (571) 252-1468
Kathryn Neal, Supervisor
Julia Koehler, Specialist
Wes Strayer, Specialist
and Secondary Reading .....................................................
Dr. Michelle C. Picard, Supervisor
Melissa McQuillan, Specialist
Learners (EL) Programs ....................................................
Charisse Rosario, Director
Gabriella Hash, Supervisor, EL Professional Learning
Heather Crawford, Supervisor, Elementary
Stephanie Edwards, Specialist, Elementary English Learner
Ceylan Tombuloglu, Supervisor, Secondary
Felix Colaciello, Specialist, Secondary English Learner
Sarah Ocampo, Supervisor, Family and Community Engagement
Amy Wheeler, Supervisor
Amy Riggio, Specialist
Arts ......................................................................................
Michael E. Pierson, Supervisor
Julie Galvin, Specialist, Visual Arts
Jonathan ‘Mark’ Rogers, Specialist, Performing Arts
Elaine P. Stanford, Specialist, Music Gifted and Talented Education .......................................................
Wendy S. King, Supervisor
Dr. Lyndria Bland, Coordinator, EDGE
Amy Ward, Coordinator, Elementary
Instructional Technology...............................................................
Michael Henrickson, Supervisor
Craig Spraggins, Specialist, Instructional Technology
Joshua R. Thom, Specialist, Instructional Technology Facilitation
Kayla Urban, Specialist, Instructional Software
Media Services ..................................................................
Elissa Moritz, Supervisor
David Holt, Specialist, Textbooks/Digital Resources
Sapna Venkatachalam, Specialist, Acquisition and Digital Resource
Nicole M. Augone, Supervisor
Juliet Kenny, Specialist, Elementary
Jesse Encapera, Specialist, Secondary
Brittny Schjolin, Coordinator, Math Programs
Preschool Programs – Head Start & STEP ....................................... (571)
Alexis Duffin, Supervisor
Emily Hanlin, Head Start Program Manager
Brenda Sorto, Head Start Family & Community Partnerships Coordinator
Richelle Newlin, Head Start Education Coordinator
Michelle Tolard, Head Start Mental Health Coordinator
Kristen Cadwell, Head Start Health & Nutrition Coordinator
Catherine Ramirez, STEP Coordinator
Tina M. Howle, Director
Amanda Kim, Supervisor, Instructional Design and Innovation
Jennifer L. Miller, Supervisor, Elementary
Courtney Williams, Supervisor, Secondary
Darielle Timothy, Supervisor
David Hitchcock, Specialist, Elementary
Tracey Matthews, Specialist, Secondary
TBD, Coordinator, Propel-Level Up
Danyael Graham, Supervisor
Christiana McCormick, Specialist
Morgan Smith, Specialist
Jennifer Ferrance, Supervisor
Laura Castillo Gomez, Assessor
Elizabeth Mayfield, Assessor
Vanessa Koubratoff, School Counselor
Marissa Yzita, School Counselor 407
Kelly James, Supervisor
Luisa Quintero, Specialist
Angelica L. Goetz, Specialist
Dr. Joy N. Engstrom, Supervisor
Carly Epling, Specialist
Daphne Papageorge, Specialist
Horstmyer, Specialist
John J. Lody, Director
Lori A. Padgett, Supervisor
Susan Gill, Specialist
Eligibility & Section 504 Services ...................................................
Sarah Fowler, Supervisor, Eligibility & Section 504 Services
Eligibility Coordinators
Educational Diagnosticians Emotional Disability
Kelly Ventura, Supervisor
Indya Watts-Graves, Coordinator
Alison Lyons, Specialist
Homebound Services .....................................................................
Kurt Mills, Coordinator
Melissa Jobe, Specialist
Dr. Joy N. Engstrom, Supervisor
Angle, Specialist
Heather A. Swanson, Specialist
Dr. Joy N. Engstrom, Supervisor
Dr. Stefanie D. LaPolla, Supervisor
Dr. Jason Checca, Coordinator, PBIS
Kristin H. McGraw, Coordinator, Response-to-Intervention
Dr. Lindsay Orme, Coordinator, Social-Emotional Learning
Leanne Kidwell, Teacher
Donna M. Smith, Director
Sarah Kish, Assistant Director
Ellen Bauserman, Supervisor
Megan L. Wagner, Supervisor
Christine Welgan, Coordinator Competent Learner Model
Kristi Estep, Coordinator, Children’s Services Act
Andrew Hall, Coordinator, Children’s Services Act
Lindy Jacobs, Coordinator, Children’s Services Act
Tracy Gardiner, Procedural Support Facilitator
Dr. Heather R. Applegate, Supervisor
Dr. Charles Barrett, Coordinator
Dr. Meghan Green, Coordinator
Psychologists
Tammy L. Davis, Supervisor
Chris Bugaj, Specialist, Assistive Technology
Candice N. Tarker, Specialist, Speech-Language
School Counseling Services ........................................................... (571)
Heather L. Ross, Supervisor
Tracy Wood, Coordinator, High School
Sarah O’Brien, Coordinator, Middle School
Morgan Huey, Coordinator, Elementary School
Alixandra Tate, Coordinator, CAMPUS
Special Education ..........................................................................
Dr. Paige Carter, Director
Nykea Purnell, Assistant Director
Margaret Ausberry, Supervisor
Kimberly Jones, Supervisor
Gabrielle D. Carpenter, Coordinator, Student
Kirk A. Dolson, Director Student
Darren Madison, Supervisor
Gary Ricci, Specialist, Restorative
Jeannie E. Kloman, Supervisor
Stacy Barber, Specialist
Donna Nachajski, Specialist
Resource Nurses
Jennifer G. Evans, Director
Patti Spurlock, Senior Registrar
Denise Kling, Senior Registrar
Dr. John P. Walker, Supervisor
Dr. Alisa Daniel, Coordinator
Melanie Stephenson, Supervisor
Jenna Arndt, Supervisor
Suzanne Burch, Specialist
Sarah Hendricks, Specialist
Diane R. Newcomer, Specialist
Dr. Elizabeth Martinez, Supervisor
Michele Slocum, Specialist Department of
Rae Mitchell, Chief of Schools
Athletics & Activities ....................................................................
Derek W. Farrey, Director
Lyn Fiscus, Specialist, Extracurricular
Zahra Ismaeli, Coordinator, Athletic Training
John Puterio, Coordinator, Middle School Intramural Elementary
Elaine M. Layman, Director, Elementary and Charter Schools
Andrew J. Davis, Executive Principal, Elementary
Teri L. Finn, Executive Principal, Elementary
Shontel D. Simon, Executive Principal, Elementary
Kevin West, Executive Principal, Elementary
Augustin “Gus” D. Martinez, Director
Beth Robinson, Executive Principal
Nereida C. Gonzalez-Sales, Director
Kevin D. Tyson, Executive Principal
Dana Scanlan, Director
Carlyn Floyd, Supervisor
William C. Daniel, Hearing Officer
Aaron M. Smith, Chief Technology Officer 900 Sycolin Road, Suite 135, Leesburg, VA 20175
Justin
Pete Cevenini, Director
Sycolin Road, Suite 135, Leesburg, VA 20175
Rachel E. Johnson, Director 900 Sycolin Road, Suite 135, Leesburg, VA 20175
Infrastructure & Engineering ......................................................... (571) 252-1230
Dr. Andrew ‘Andy’ Wolfenbarger, Director
900 Sycolin Road, Suite 135, Leesburg, VA 20175
Department of Human Resources & Talent Development ..................................... (571) 252-1100
Lisa M. Boland, Chief Human Resources Officer
Kristi Johnson, Associate Counsel, Employment
Christopher Bennett, Executive Director
Employee Benefits
Jeanette Evans, Director
Michele D. Kovach, Supervisor, Employee Benefits............................. (571) 252-1810
Lisa Bontemps, Coordinator, Employee Benefits
Vicki Gearhart, Supervisor, Leave and Disability ............................... (571) 252-1690
Jason Reams, Coordinator, Leave and Disability
Title IX......................................................................................... (571) 252-1548
Christopher Moy, Coordinator
Sarah Gabrielson, Deputy Coordinator
Marco Pereira, Deputy Coordinator
Danyelle Reese, Deputy Coordinator
Angela Wiley-Smith, Deputy Coordinator
Esmeralda Ortiz, Intake Specialist
Workplace Relations, Equity and Compliance & Grievance Management ................................................................. (571) 252-1654
TBD, Director
Workplace Relations
Sharon L. Bean, Supervisor
Twana Black, Coordinator
Andrea Koudellou, Coordinator
Allison Sherman, Coordinator
Equity and Compliance
Ashleigh Stocks, Supervisor
Devina Martin, Workplace Relations Investigator
Eric Mason, Workplace Relations Investigator
TBD, Workplace Relations Investigator
Grievance Management
Alix Smith, Supervisor
Talent Development ...................................................................... (571) 252-1100
Tanisha Holland, Supervisor
Leadership Development
Matthew Dickersheid, Supervisor
Lauren Sprowls, Supervisor
Performance Management
Chad O’Brien, Supervisor
Kathleen Hackett, Coordinator
Mentoring and Coaching
Julie Baye, Supervisor
Mary Charlish, Specialist ............................................................
Robert J. Phillips, Director
Karyn O’Neill, Supervisor
Lynn Caldwell, Recruiter
Jonathan Mandina, Recruiter
Jordan Stark, Recruiter, Diversity
School Based Staffing ...............................................................
Laura Collins, Supervisor, Elementary
Sophie Burke, Coordinator, Elementary
Alexis Goble, Coordinator, Elementary
Kristi Hurd, Supervisor, Secondary
Muriel Heanue, Coordinator, Secondary
Stacie Lopez, Coordinator, Secondary
Kellie Koptish, Supervisor
Nicole Donelan, Specialist
Employee
Nicole Davis, Director
Employee Recognition
Carrie Simms, Supervisor
Central Office/Support Staffing
Katie Kutch, Supervisor
Kirstin Drye, Coordinator
Transportation/Digital Innovation Staffing
Gary Gearhart, Supervisor
Ronald Kling, Coordinator
Classification and Compensation
Sonya Garlington, Supervisor
TBD, Coordinator
Operations
Steve Walter, Supervisor
Sharon Willoughby, Chief Financial Officer
Susan E. Casale, Executive Director
Amar Bhatti, Supervisor, Internal Audit
Wyatt Varner, Compliance Specialist
Lisa Wilkins, Director
Flor Reichers, Supervisor
Casey Jones, Director
Julie Trkula, Supervisor
Kimberly Bush, Supervisor
Jennifer Masis, Supervisor
Carisa Pollard-Stallworth, Director
Jennifer Regis, Supervisor
Andrea L. Philyaw, Director
Hind Zegoud, Supervisor
TBD, Risk Manager
TBD, Supervisor,
Elizabeth B. Mills, Director
Edward Kwitowski, Assistant Director
Greg Holmes, Coordinator, Operations
Elizabeth B. Frimpong, Coordinator, Operations
Teresa Lucas, Coordinator, Administrative
Brittany Palaschak, Coordinator, Nutrition & Procurement
Tammy Collins, Specialist
Kaoutar Hamdan, Specialist
Priyanka Patel, Specialist
Hector Portugal, Specialist
Olivia Shah, Specialist
Irene Stevens, Specialist
Cheryl Webb, Specialist
Julie Whitehair, Specialist 20 High Street, Round Hill, VA 20141 Department
Kevin L. Lewis, PE, Chief Operations Officer 960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Edward D. “Don” Treanor V, Executive Director, Chief of Facilities 960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Construction
Joseph Pascarelli, Director
Melissa Tello, Assistant Director, Design
Kathleen Devens, Architect
Marty Reinhart, Supervisor, Construction
Eric Brooks, Supervisor, Building Engineering
Christopher Duffy, Manager Construction Contracts
TBD, Civil Engineer
Christopher Chen, Coordinator, Mechanical Engineering
Razvan Nae, Coordinator, Electrical Engineering
Greg Barnes, Coordinator, Civil Engineering
Rebecca Bradford, Coordinator, Architectural
Michael Compton, Specialist, Capital Projects 960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) ........................................ (571) 252-2960
Cristina M. Windover, Supervisor
Amanda Hren, Coordinator (Environmental)
Nicholas Dann, Coordinator (Safety) 741 Miller Drive, Suite D-1, Leesburg, VA 20175
Facilities Financial ........................................................................ (571) 252-1385
Meseret Argaw, Supervisor
Nancy Gavin, Coordinator 960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Facilities Operations .................................................................... (571) 252-2960
William Wohead, PE, Director
Brian E. Schmidt, Assistant Director, Facilities Maintenance
TBD, Coordinator, Facility Commissioning
Charlie Craigo, Maintenance Manager, Plant Maintenance
Frank Lickey, Maintenance Manager, HVAC/Plumbing Maintenance
Louis Luciano, Maintenance Manager, Electrical Maintenance
Marvin VanReenen, Maintenance Manager, General Maintenance
TBD, Manager, Grounds Maintenance
Brian Hoover, Supervisor, Custodial Operations
Kevin Primeau, Coordinator, Custodial Services
Martin Nowakowski, Supervisor, Facilities Services
Kreg Horst, Supervisor, Technical Security
Jere Judd, Specialist, Technical Security
Larry Slusher, Specialist, Technical Security
TBD, Energy Supervisor
Michael Barancewicz, Energy Manager
Susan Gerson, Energy Manager 1002-C Sycolin Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Management and Coordination ...................................................... (571) 252-1385
Brian J. Stocks, Director
Erin K. Goodykoontz, Supervisor
Rebecca B. Ayling, Coordinator, Facility Use 960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Brenda L. Allen, Coordinator, Administration Building ....................... (571) 252-1130 21000 Education Court, Ashburn, VA 20148
Eduardo Ramirez, Coordinator, Distribution Center Supply ................ (571) 252-2980
Online Auction ............................................................................... (571) 252-1800 1002-A Sycolin Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
POLICIES AND REGULATIONS SCHOOL SUPPORT DIRECTORY
Planning and GIS Services ............................................................. (571) 252-1050
Beverly Tate, Director
Susan Hembach, Supervisor, GIS
Jefferson Miller, Supervisor, Land Management
Ajay Rawat, Supervisor, Planning
Vicki Keegan, Coordinator, GIS Data
Michael Wagner, Coordinator, GIS Project
Nathaniel Pozzi, Coordinator, Planning
960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Sustainability ............................................................................... (571) 252-1385
Clark Seipt, Director
960 Sycolin Road, SE, #110, Leesburg, VA 20175
Transportation Services.................................................................(571) 252-1700
Kenneth “Scott” Davies, Director
Tisha N. Austin, Assistant Director
Su Carlson, Supervisor
Mark Maggitti, Fleet Manager
Paul Hoooper, Coordinator, Fleet Maintenance
Akosura Baah, Coordinator, Outreach/Communications, Dispatch
Connie S. Wacker, Coordinator - Ashburn, Central and East
Krissy Keene, Coordinator - Brambleton, South and West
Melissa Lind, Coordinator, Accounting
Kathleen Guarini, Coordinator - Routing and Training
Maura M. Orrison, Coordinator, Time and Attendance
Cheryl E. O’Konek, Coordinator, Special Education and Special Trips 42000 Loudoun Center Place, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Academies of Loudoun
Accreditation
Adult Education
Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco and Electronic Cigarettes
Alternative Education Program
Amendment of Records
Assessment Programs
Attendance and Dismissals
Bell Schedule
BoardDocs
Bus Transportation
CAMPUS Program
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee (CTEAC)
Child Abuse and Neglect
Child Care
Communicating with Schools
Complaint Procedure
Copies of Records
Cost Per Pupil
Disclosure of Records
Division Departments
Documents Needed to Register in LCPS
Dress Code Policy
Elementary School, Grades K-5
English Learner Program (EL)
Enrollment and Admission
Equal
for Equitable, Safe and Inclusive Environment
(FLE)
Gifted Advisory Committee (GAC)
Gifted and Talented
Grading Scale
Graduation Schedule
Health Care
Health and Medical Sciences Academy (HAMSci)
High School, Grades 9-12
Immunization Requirements for School and Day Care
Instructional Assistance
Instructional Technology
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Language Assistance Services
LCPS Commitment to Equity
LCPS
Loudoun Education Alliance of Families (LEAF)
Loudoun Education Foundation (LEF)
McKinney-Vento Act
Medication in School
Mental Health Services
Middle School, Grades 6-8
Minority Student Achievement Advisory Committee (MSAAC)
Minute of Silence
Naval Junior Reserve Office Training Corps (NJROTC)
Office of Ombuds
Office of the Auditor General
One
Online
Parent
Parent
Parent
ParentVue
Participation by the Public at School Board Meetings
Pledge of Allegiance
Preschool Programs - Head Start and STEP
Profile of a Graduate
Release of Directory Information
Report Cards and Parent/Teacher Conferences
Retired Educators
Rights of 18-Year-Olds
School Board Meetings
School Board Policies
School Bond Vote on November 5, 2024
School Calendar*
School Directory
School Meals
School Operating Budget
School Support Directory
School-Business Partnership Executive Council (SBP)
Schoology Supports Access to Learning Resources
Special Education
Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
Special Programs
Student Records
Student School Board Representatives
Summer School
Superintendent’s Message
Technology Support
Textbooks
The Concern Registry, Transportation
The Welcome Center
Types of Location of Records
Virtual Loudoun
Work Based Learning
Introducing the New LCPS App!
The new LCPS app is now available in the Google Play and App stores for free. Search for “Loudoun County Public Schools (by Apptegy)”to find and download the app to stay more connected than ever. With just a tap, users can follow the schools they attend, access important documents, stay updated with the latest news and receive timely notifications.
The app also features a dedicated feed for news, events and announcements, providing a reliable and streamlined way to share information with parents and the community.
To Reach Transportation
Submit questions, complaints or concerns to The Concern Registry, https://lcps.webforms.issuetrak.com/ concernregistry/.
Download Stopfinder, an easy to sue app that provides families with bus locations and schedules. Always check ParentVUE for updates to your student’s bus schedule.