The LCPS Letter
News from Loudoun County Public Schools -- January 4, 2024
High school students are invited to attend Elevate Loudoun, a one-day computer science career fair. Elevate Loudoun 2024 will be held on Monday, Jan. 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Loudoun Valley High School. Students will have the opportunity to explore computer science pathways, network with professionals and discover internship and career opportunities. Elevate Loudoun is a great chance to gain valuable insights and skills crucial for a successful career journey. Register now and shape your future!
Plan to attend the United for Wellness Conference and Resource Fair on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside High School. This free conference and resource fair will feature more than 40 mental health and wellness professionals as they share tips and strategies for promoting mental health and wellness. Check out the schedule of speakers and register to attend sessions. The conference will also feature a resource fair with local businesses and nonprofits offering services and guidance to support your family. And there will be food trucks, live music and so much more! We look forward to seeing you at the United for Wellness Conference and Resource Fair. Mark your calendars and plan to attend. You won’t want to miss it!
The Virginia Safe Routes to School Program wants to celebrate crossing guards who make a difference in Virginia’s communities. Complete the nomination form and share why your crossing guard is outstanding. Crossing guards can include police officers, volunteers or teachers who routinely help students cross the street. Nominations are accepted through Friday, Jan. 19.
Have you made a New Year’s resolution? At LCPS we are resolved to reduce absenteeism! We hope you will join us in this commitment. Did you know that school accreditation is tied to school attendance? This new year, we remind all members of our community that we are in this together. Encourage your student to attend school every day and be someone their teachers and classmates can count on being present! Learn more about what LCPS is doing to reduce absenteeism and learn some school attendance strategies.
The Spring 2024 Adult Education catalog is available for review. Adult Education courses are open to residents and non-residents alike (age 18 and older). The Spring 2024 Adult Education catalog includes a large variety of courses, including business and career classes and classes to expand your hobbies, foreign language skills and other interests. Classes may be held in person or online; check the course description to confirm. Register online; course payment is due at the time of registration. General Education Development (GED) preparatory classes and adult English Learner classes are also available. Applicants for these classes must first complete separate registrations, which are found on the LCPS Adult Education website.
Make sure your student is getting to school safely. Students who walk to school should use sidewalks and not walk in the roadway. If there is construction on your student's route to school, make sure they follow roadway guidance and remain safe. Also, with winter weather coming our way, be a good neighbor and clear the sidewalk in front of and alongside your home following the end of the snowstorm. Chapter 1022.01 of the Loudoun County Codified Ordinances requires snow removal on sidewalks on properties that are adjacent to public streets.