FCPS has created a set of videos to help families assist their elementary children with practicing skills while at home. These short videos focus on math and reading concepts for students at a variety of grade levels. They are not a replacement for the learning provided by classroom teachers, but are meant to enhance or review skills children and families can practice together.

Preliminary applications for the 2020-21 FCPS preschool program are again being accepted from the families of eligible students residing in the Apple Pie Ridge, Gainesboro, Indian Hollow, Jordan Springs, Redbud Run and Stonewall elementary school attendance zones. Get more information on the preschool program and access the preliminary application.

All school offices are closed. In addition, all outdoor facilities such as athletic fields, courts and playgrounds are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing recommendations.

The Grab-n-Go Meals program is being offered through July 30 with a few changes to the menu and schedule. Starting on July 7, any school-aged child can receive a free breakfast and lunch on Monday through Thursday between 10:00 a.m. and Noon at James Wood, Millbrook or Sherando high schools. In addition, the meals will be available on Monday through Thursday between 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. at several satellite locations throughout Frederick County.

Frederick County Public Schools is seeking 8-10 community members living in the Robert E. Aylor, James Wood and Admiral Richard E. Byrd middle school attendance zones to serve on a committee that will review the findings of a middle school rezoning study and recommend a middle school rezoning plan to be considered by the School Board. The rezoning proposal will include the creation of an attendance zone for the replacement Robert E. Aylor Middle School which will open for the 2021-22 school year. Those interested in serving on the committee should apply no later than July 24.

The members of the Class of 2020 have great things ahead of them. Combined, this year's James Wood, Millbrook and Sherando high school graduates earned nearly $5 million in scholarships.

Common Sense Education has recognized Frederick County Public Schools as a Common Sense District for its work in teaching students and their families as well as FCPS staff about digital citizenship. Fewer than 150 school districts in the United States have been recognized as a Common Sense District.

Parents with children who will be five years of age on or before September 30 are being asked to contact the registrar at the school their child will attend in order to register their child for kindergarten as soon as possible. Early registation will help FCPS plan for the 2020-21 school year.

The Virginia Department of Education has recognized Frederick County Public Schools’ Career and Technical Education Program with five 2020 Creating Excellence Awards. The awards recognize excellence in career and technical education at the secondary level.

The latest edition of Frederick County Public Schools’ E-newsletter FCPS Focus is now available.

Bright Futures Frederick-Winchester is seeking food and monetary donations in order to help students and families in need while schools are closed.