The third quarter is set to close in a little over two weeks on March 28, 2025. Please take a moment to connect with your student’s teacher(s) to discuss their progress. There is still some time to ensure that all assignments have been submitted.
I will be joining Supervisor Andres Jimenez for a Mason District Budget Town Hall on March 26th at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is virtual and details regarding registration are below. Please feel free to submit your questions ahead of time to mason@fairfaxcounty.gov.
There have been many inquiries regarding the potential of various reductions in the County budget and their impact on schools. Please find below the programs which will directly affect FCPS included in the County reduction package.
I value the input I receive from the Mason Community and am happy to address questions or concerns via email or phone. You can reach me by email at rjanderson@fcps.edu. If you are interested in scheduling a phone call, please reach out to my assistant, Cristy Coffey, at cmcoffey@fcps.edu to arrange a time.
Below is a table of County reductions that impact Fairfax County Public Schools as outlined in the FY26 County Executive’s Advertised Budget. Also find the full list of reductions proposed by the County here.
**26 Middle School Afterschool Program Coordinators
FCPS FY 2026 Budget
The Superintendent’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget, discussed during the February 4th Work Session, totals $4.0 billion. This is a net increase of $297.1 million, or 7.9%, over the FY 2025 Approved Budget. Priorities in the proposed budget include:
Compensation: a 7.0% salary increase for all staff: $240.8 million
Recurring baseline adjustments: substitute teacher incentive, middle school late buses, esports stipends, legal services, online campus, AP/IB test fees, workers compensation, and grant adjustments: $23.6 million
Enrollment and Student Need: $20.0 million
Transfers to Other Funds: Funding for major infrastructure maintenance, continue support for enhanced summer school, and debt service: $12.9 million
Cost escalations, contracts, renewals, and leases: $8.6 million
Inclusive Preschool Expansion: $2.0 million
Human Capital Management (HCM) Project Year 4: $0.7 million
Fine and Performing Arts Stipends Year 3: fine and performing arts stipends for middle school theatre and musicals, high school one act plays, indoor drumline, and indoor color guard: $0.7 million
Certified Athletic Trainers Year 3: to provide one additional certified athletic trainer at each of the 25 high schools: $0.7 million
Safety and Security: Enhance safety and security in schools to include additional security cameras, Rap Back program, panic alert system, and security vestibules: $9.3 million
FCPS is pleased to announce the 2025 FCPS Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging, an in-person event hosted by Fairfax County Public Schools in collaboration with a host of internal and external community partners.
FCPS will begin using new mathematics instructional resources in the 2025-26 (secondary) and 2026-27 (elementary) school years. The community is invited to review the materials and provide comments. Resources may be reviewed on the FCPS Mathematics webpage.
Physical copies of the materials are available for viewing on weekdays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm until Friday, March 21, at 8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr., Suite 100.
All community feedback will be shared with the review committee and with the School Board before the board votes in spring 2025.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation and any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.
💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open for parents/caregivers who would like to enroll their child in FCPS for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account.
American Youth Climate Summit
The American Youth Climate Summit will be held on Saturday, March 29, at American University. This event is designed to empower students to tackle climate challenges and build a sustainable future through inspiring keynote talks, interactive workshops, and networking with leaders in the field.
Event Highlights:
Keynote speakers, including Congressmen, Senators, and other national climate leaders
Workshops tailored for students at all levels of climate action experience
Opportunities to connect with peers and professionals from across the country
Details:
Date: Saturday, March 29
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (light breakfast included)
Location: American University, Washington, DC (Free Parking Available)
Admission Fee: $30
This summit is an opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of climate issues, develop leadership skills, and take meaningful steps toward a more sustainable future.
The 2025 National Wildlife Photo Contest is open for submissions through March 23, 2025. Choose from nine categories, including the Young Nature Photographers category - open to ages 13-17!
The Dream Project CTE Scholarship is an annual renewable scholarship awarded to immigrant students whose career goals align with post-secondary education focused on the applied skills needed for a specific craft/profession. Application deadline is March 31, 2025.
Fairfax County Scholarship
Fairfax County scholarship opportunity for students who live in affordable housing. Apply before March 31 at 4:30 p.m. Learn more and apply today!
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On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the School Board will hold a work session starting at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the revised Middle School Start Times options. Please review the full report here.
The revised options, found on page 91 of the full report and page 3 of the work session presentation are shared below.
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The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.
The Fairfax County School Board welcomes public comment on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget at a Public Hearing. This public hearing is scheduled to take place at the Luther Jackson Middle School Auditorium at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
The Speaker's List opened at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, January 24, 2025 and is now open through 6:00 p.m. on Monday, February 3, 2025. The Fairfax County School Board Office will notify speakers (via email) the morning of February 4, 2025.
Note: This newsletter contains links to translated versions of the content for your convenience. These translations are generated by Google Translate and are not intended to be a substitute for professional translation services.
Mason District Community,
Happy New Year!
Our students are nearing the end of the 2nd quarter which will officially close on January 28, 2025. Please be sure to check ParentVue and Schoology to ensure your student has submitted their assignments. Instructions can be located here. Please take this opportunity to reach out to your student’s teachers - yes even for the high schoolers - to inquire about their work habits and progress. ParentVue access will close on January 28th to allow time for teachers to complete end-of-quarter grading work.
On Monday, January 20th, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and invite the community to participate in activities to commemorate Dr. King's contributions to this nation. Please see a list of events scheduled in Fairfax County.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly affects all indirectly."
-Martin Luther King, Jr.
I value the input I receive from the Mason Community and am happy to address questions or concerns via email or phone. You can reach me by email at rjanderson@fcps.edu. If you are interested in scheduling a phone call, please reach out to my assistant, Cristy Coffey, at cmcoffey@fcps.edu to arrange a time.
Mason Moments
2024 All-Virginia Jazz Band, VMEA Senior Honors Choir, and All-Virginia Elementary Orff Ensemble
Forty-eight students representing 17 Fairfax County high schools and one elementary school have been selected for the 2024 All-Virginia Orff Ensemble, the 2024 All-Virginia Jazz Band and Jazz Ensemble, and the 2024 Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA) Senior Honors Choir.
Congratulations to Colt Armstrong from Falls Church High School who was selected to participate in the Senior Honors Choir.
Six hundred ninety-three FCPS students have been identified as National Merit Commended Scholars by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) in recognition of their outstanding ability and potential for academic success in college.
Congratulations to the National Merit Commended Scholars from the Mason District:
Annandale High School - Joshua Stein, Safa Touri
Edison High School - Victoria Bujoreanu
Falls Church High School - Christopher Haase, Minh-Vien Nguyen, Isabella Phillips
Justice High School - Sofia Hemmens, Grace Rutherford, Katherine Bille, Tucker Trissell
Thomas Jefferson HSST - Jarin Earle, Tona Otoro, Malati Pandey, Michael Rodriguez, Elizabeth Thakuri, Chloe Toda, Ryan Wells
Kids Give Back joined Good Morning Washington to talk about their annual "Baskets for Babies" event. (7News)
Annandale High School student Tyson Perkins and Mason Crest Elementary School student Michael Hall were recently featured on Good Morning Washington with Kids Give Back. They presented their work with a local non-profit to promote their "Baskets for Babies" initiative. This program encourages children to assemble and distribute essential items for families with infants, teaching the importance of giving back. Tyson and Michael shared their experiences and discussed the Atoms Games, an Annandale event that builds school community and gives back to Annandale families. Watch the WJLA segment.
Holmes Band Director and the Commanders
Luis Perez, band director at Holmes Middle School (pictured above at left), has been involved with the Washington football team for nearly as long as he’s worked at Holmes. He’s in his 29th year with Holmes and 28th as a trumpeter for the Washington Commanders Marching Band. Pictured with him are two former students who are also members of the marching band. Read more about Mr. Perez's experience as a teacher and band member.
Mason Crest Tiger Team
Being the new kid in school is not always easy. At Mason Crest Elementary School, the Tiger Team is trying to make it easier.
Mason Crest ES sees a lot of changes in their student population every year. During the 2023-24 school year, Mason Crest ES experienced a 21.7% mobility rate (a measure of the number of students moving in and out of a school during the school year), which is almost double the average mobility rate of 13.25% across FCPS.
A year ago, Monica Buckhorn, Ellyn Pearson, and Kimberley Mathews, three Mason Crest teachers, initiated the student-led welcome committee to boost community, assist new students in adapting to the school, and hopefully improve attendance rates. Read about the Tiger Team.
School Anniversary Proclamations
The School Board recently recognized three Mason District schools with proclamations in celebration of their anniversaries:
Bren Mar Park Elementary School will soon enter the construction phase and the community is invited to attend an in-person meeting to learn about what to expect as this phase of the project begins.
The January 8th meeting which has been cancelled due to inclement weather is rescheduled for February 12, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria.
The dedicated capital project webpage will be updated throughout the process. Updates are also available through the FCPS News You Choose subscription for this project. Once signed up or logged in, choose the Capital Projects (School Construction) and the school's construction topic.
Welcome, New Principals!
Woodburn Elementary
Ms. Kanchana Iyer: new principal of Woodburn Elementary, effective November 18, 2024.
Ms. Iyer has held several teaching and leadership positions within Fairfax County Public Schools for over 28 years.
Welcome to Woodburn, Ms. Iyer!
Glasgow Middle School
Ms. Lisa Barrow: new principal of Glasgow Middle School, effective January 21, 2025.
Ms. Barrow has served in various roles in Fairfax County Public Schools for over 25 years, including principal of Sleepy Hollow Elementary School from 2011 to 2016. She returns to the Justice Pyramid after most recently serving as the principal of Cooper Middle School.
Welcome to Glasgow, Ms. Barrow!
TJHSST
Mr. Michael Mukai: new principal of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST), effective January 21, 2025.
Mr. Mukai is a TJHSST alumnus and has worked in Fairfax County Public Schools since 1995, most recently as the principal of West Springfield High School for over 10 years.
Welcome back to TJHSST, Mr. Mukai!
School Board Work Updates
Middle School Start Times
On December 3, 2024, the Board received a presentation on the Middle School Start Times study during which several options were offered. Please see a summary of the options below.
The Board engaged in a robust discussion at the December 3, 2024 work session about the timing of the implementation of the changes in start times for middle schools. It’s important to note this initiative is the second part to the Healthy Start Time focus that resulted in the high school start time changes from 7:20 a.m. to between 8:00 and 8:10 a.m. in the 2015-2016 school year.
My position, which is also supported by Dr. Prieto, the consultant procured to produce this study, remains that the Comprehensive Boundary Review and the Middle School Start Times should not be coupled, nor do I believe the Middle School Start Times changes should be implemented after the completion of the Boundary Work given the number of unknown factors associated with the Boundary Review. Furthermore, the timeline presented to the public on February 22, 2024 indicating a potential Middle School start time change implementation for the Fall of 2025 should continue to be the target.
This matter continues to be an important initiative for the Mason District community, especially given that approximately 3,500 of students in our middle schools are subject to a 7:10 am start time for three years instead of two years compared to middle schools in other parts of Fairfax County.
Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
The School Board discussed the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) at the January 14th work session. View the presentation slides here. The primary concerns for the Mason District community center on the trailers and modular classrooms at Parklawn ES (pages 51, 93 and 104 of the CIP), the overcrowding at Glasgow MS (page 60 - Table 7 and page 63 of the CIP) and pending capacity concerns at Bailey’s ES and Weyanoke ES (page 52 - Table 3, pages 57 and 104 of the CIP).
This year’s CIP proposal, scheduled for a School Board vote on February 6, 2025 will confirm the following actions:
Renovation queue (page 44 - Table 16 of the CIP)
The elimination of Tables 3-12, given the revisions to the Policy 8130.
At the January 9th School Board meeting, the Board unanimously ratified two Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) with the Fairfax Education Union (FEU). This marked a significant step in the collaborative relationship between the school division and its employees.
Key terms of the CBAs are:
7% Market Scale Adjustment (MSA) to salary scales in FY 2026
3% MSA and step increase in FY 2027 and FY 2028
Additional step at top of all salary scales added in FY 2027 and FY 2028
30-minute minimum block for teacher planning time
Continuation of extended-day contract for special education teachers
Three days of bereavement leave separate from sick leave
Creation of Health Care Advisory Committee to consider affordable healthcare plans
FCPS News
ParentVUE and StudentVUE App – Updated Closure Dates
Based on feedback received from the school community during the first quarter, FCPS has revisited the scheduled dates for closing Gradebook and Report Card modules in ParentVUE and StudentVUE.
Moving forward, the closing of ParentVue and StudentVue will align with the actual quarter-end dates. This change will allow students and families to view their assignments and grades until the last day of the quarter. The gradebook windows for teachers have not changed.
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to set up regular alerts to automatically receive grade updates for their students
New Chief of Safety & Security
Mr. Brian Lambert: new Chief of Safety and Security.
Mr. Lambert comes to Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) as a 25-year veteran of the United States Secret Service. He most recently served as the Assistant Director of the Office of Investigations.
Welcome to Fairfax County Public Schools, Mr. Lambert!
Opportunities
Boundary Review Community Meetings - Virtual
Six Virtual Comprehensive Boundary Review Community Meetings are scheduled over the next month. Language interpretation is available. Each meeting is limited to 400 participants, so early registration is recommended. Register for any of the four remaining meetings by clicking on the meeting date(s) below.
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program is open through Thursday, March 6, at 4 p.m. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion program for the 2025-26 school year.
Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Interested parents/caregivers are encouraged to attend an informational meeting at the school site. The in-person meetings for French, German, Korean, and some Spanish programs occurred earlier in January. For families interested in these programs, there is still a virtual meeting opportunity on February 4th at 6 p.m. The remaining in-person meetings are listed below.
Language
School
Date/Time
Snow Date
Japanese
Fox Mill ES
Jan 30, 7:00 p.m.
Jan 31
Japanese
Great Falls ES
Jan 23, 5:00 p.m.
Jan 30
Spanish
Bailey's ES
Jan 22, 7:00 p.m.
Jan 23
Spanish
Fort Hunt ES
Jan 27, 6:30 p.m.
Jan 29
Spanish
London Towne ES
Jan 21, 7:00 p.m.
Jan 30
Spanish
Rose Hill ES
Jan 27, 6:00 p.m.
Jan 28
A virtual meeting will be hosted by the world languages office on February 4, 2025 at 6 p.m. and will include all general program information. Registration for the virtual meeting will be available on the DLI Registration webpage soon.
SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey
On Tuesday, January 21, middle and high school students, parents/caregivers, and FCPS Staff will receive invitations via email to participate in a survey seeking to assess community support for proposed options relating to FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage.
The survey will be available from Tuesday, January 21, until Monday, February 3, 2025.
Hispanic Leadership Alliance Scholarships
The Hispanic Leadership Alliance (HLA) scholarship is for a first-generation Latino/Hispanic student from Fairfax County Public Schools. HLA is a non-profit organization of Fairfax County Public Schools employees, retirees, former students, and residents. This year marks HLA’s 20th anniversary of offering scholarships to FCPS students.
Application Deadline: February 25, 2025 (early submissions encouraged!)
Eligibility: FCPS graduating seniors who are first-generation college students
For questions or additional information, please contact Jane Cruz at jane.ellen.cruz@gmail.com or (202)207-5839.
Dream Project Scholarships
Scholarship opportunity available for students born outside the United States and whose immigration status creates barriers to success in college. Details and application materials can be found on the Dream Project website. Application deadline is February 1, 2025.
Gap Year Fair
FCPS School Counseling Services and Go Overseas will co-host the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Tuesday, January 28, 6-8:30 p.m., at Marshall High School.
This event is for high school students and families interested in learning about opportunities for the year following high school graduation. Students should register at USA Gap Year Fairs.
Chinese New Year Festival
The 2025 Chinese New Year Festival at Luther Jackson Middle School is scheduled for Saturday, January 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Stuff the Bus is a partnership between Fairfax County Government and local nonprofits. Now in its 14th year, Stuff the Bus continues to support food assistance efforts for families and households. You can help stuff the bus at select locations beginning Saturday, January 18.
Opportunities in the Mason District include:
January 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Falls Church Giant (7235 Arlington Blvd)
March 1, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Annandale Giant (7137 Columbia Pike)
Would you like to share your ideas and concerns with the School Board and staff? Register HERE to speak at a regular meeting or public hearing.
Reuniones de la Junta Escolar de FCPS en Español
Para ver las reuniones de la Junta Escolar grabadas o para ver en vivo durante las reuniones regulares en YouTube, por favor vaya al canal de YouTube de FCPS en Español o escanee el código QR.
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Mason District Community,
As we continue to focus on the capacity of facilities and their condition, please note that the School Board is scheduled to discuss these matters at the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Work Session scheduled for tomorrow, January 14. The presentation and full CIP report are included below.
The public is also invited to share comments and questions regarding Capital Improvement Projects at the Public Hearing also scheduled for tomorrow, January 14, at 6:00 pm.
I value the input I receive from the Mason Community and am happy to address questions or concerns via email or phone. You can reach me by email at rjanderson@fcps.edu. If you are interested in scheduling a phone call, please reach out to my assistant, Cristy Coffey, at cmcoffey@fcps.edu to arrange a time.
Work Session and Public Hearing
January 14, 2025: Work Session
10:30 a.m. School Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment Project
The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.
The Fairfax County School Board welcomes public comment on the proposed FY 2026 Capital Improvement Program at a Public Hearing. This public hearing is scheduled to take place at the Luther Jackson Middle School Auditorium at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
The Speaker's List opened at 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 26, 2024 and is now open through 6:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2025. The Fairfax County School Board Office will notify speakers (via email) the morning of January 14, 2025.
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Mason District Community,
As we head into the winter break, I wanted to provide a brief update regarding the Boundary Review process and to express my appreciation for the feedback and comments shared with me over the past few months from the Mason District community. Public input is an integral component to the Boundary Review process and I encourage the community to continue to share their perspective and concerns.
As a reminder, the priorities set forth in Policy 8130 which drive staff activity for the boundary work are as follows:
Access to Programming: Ensure equitable access to programs and facilities, and consider impact on school programs and populations.
Enrollment/Capacity: Using student enrollment projections, balance available capacity and maximize efficient and effective use of school facilities for capacity utilization and program needs while eliminating or preventing the establishment of split feeders, whenever possible.
Proximity: Promote contiguous attendance zones and maintain neighborhood groupings (to include condominium and apartment complexes) to eliminate and/or prevent establishment of attendance islands.
Transportation: Provide for walking and busing safety, limit transportation times, and ensure efficient transportation routes with attendance area.
I also want to ensure the Bren Mar Park Elementary community is aware of the upcoming opportunity to learn more about what to expect as the school enters the construction phase of the renovation. Please see below for details.
As always, I value the input I receive from the Mason Community and am happy to address questions or concerns via email or phone. You can reach me by email at rjanderson@fcps.edu. If you are interested in scheduling a phone call, please reach out to my assistant, Cristy Coffey, at cmcoffey@fcps.edu to arrange a time.
As we enter the holiday season, I wish you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful break filled with warmth and celebration!
The first set of in-person Community Boundary Review meetings, scheduled in each of the six regions, included the opportunity for parents/caregivers, employees, students, and community members to learn about the process and share their thoughts and concerns. I have been encouraged by the participation of the Mason District community in the Region 2 meeting at Glasgow MS on November 18 and the Region 6 meeting at Annandale HS on December 12.
The final in-person meeting in this round is tonight. This meeting is located in Region 1, but all FCPS families are welcome:
Wednesday, December 18 6:30-8:00 p.m. Madison High School Cafeteria REGISTER
Interpretation services will be available if requested on the registration form. Registration is not required but helps with planning.
Virtual Meetings
In addition to in-person community meetings during this first phase of the boundary review, FCPS is planning to host virtual community meetings which will follow the same format as the in-person meetings. Dates are being confirmed for January 2025.
Meeting Presentation
Each community meeting followed the same format using this slide presentation.
Feedback Opportunity
Your feedback and suggestions are important. Provide feedback and comments at the link provided below to ensure the consulting firm captures your concerns in the development of recommendations to the Superintendent's Advisory Committee and ultimately to the School Board.
Additional opportunities for providing input will become available as the review process progresses.
Timeline
The Boundary Review work is currently in Phase 1 which includes the initial community engagement and data collection. Following an analysis of the data, the community will again be engaged during meetings and through surveys to review draft scenarios provided by Thru Consulting. Phase 2 is expected to begin in summer 2025. The timeline below provides a complete outline of planned activities.
Advisory Committee Work
The Superintendent's Boundary Review Advisory Committee includes a minimum of two parents/caregivers or community members from each of FCPS’ 24 high school pyramids, school-based and division administrators, teachers, operational staff, and other community representatives.
The committee members representing Mason District students are listed below. Please note that the members serve as representatives of their community and should gather feedback to incorporate in the discussions.
Annandale Pyramid: Lucas Castanos & Jacqueline Chevalier Mosely
Edison Pyramid: Laura Huerta & Pearl Prince
Falls Church Pyramid: Lorena Katsantonis & Charla Ouertatani
Justice Pyramid: Aaron Alford & Ann-Marie Ward
Woodson Pyramid: Mark Angres, Aaron Middlekauff, & Vanessa Hall
A full listing of committee members can be located HERE.
The committee has met twice, with updates provided publicly following each meeting:
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Bren Mar Park Construction
Bren Mar Park Elementary Addition Renderings
Bren Mar Park Elementary School will soon enter the construction phase and the community is invited to attend an in-person meeting to learn more about what to expect as this phase of the project begins.
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Bren Mar Park Elementary School Cafeteria
Language interpretation will be provided based on the availability of interpretation staff.
The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.