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DEBBIE K. ROSEAlgonkian District

(571) [email protected]

THOMAS E. REEDAt Large(571) [email protected]

JEFF E. MORSEDulles District(571) [email protected]

BILL D. FOXLeesburg District(571) 420-0721

[email protected]

BRENDA L. SHERIDANSterling District(571) [email protected]

CHRISTINE E. COLEMANClerk of the School Board


ERIC D. HORNBERGERCHAIRMANAshburn District(571) [email protected]

JILL A. TURGEON VICE CHAIRMANBlue Ridge District


LOUDOUN COUNTY SCHOOL BOARDFour-year terms of elected School Board members listed below

expire December 31, 2015. There will be an election for new SchoolBoard members on November 3, 2015. School Board members electofficers annually in January.

KEVIN J. KUESTERSBroad Run District(571) [email protected]

JENNIFER K. BERGELCatoctin District(571) 223-9724

[email protected]

2013–2014Guide & Directory

Loudoun County Public Schools

Dr. Edgar B. Hatrick IIISuperintendent

Published by the LCPS Public Information Office21000 Education CourtAshburn, VA 20148(571) 252-1040

LCPS Main Reception Desk: (571) 252-1000Metro: (703) 689-1600

E-mail: [email protected]: www.lcps.org

On the cover from left to right:Fourth-grader Emily Taylor hugs 90-year-old Fred Drummond,the principal of the original Frederick Douglass ElementarySchool, during the dedication of the new Frederick Douglass Elementary. On the right, students celebrate the opening of Frederick Douglass Elementary School.

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CONTENTSAccreditation ..........................................................................................20Achievement .............................................................................................6Administration ........................................................................................14Admission ...............................................................................................15Adult Education ......................................................................................24Alternative Education Program..............................................................24BoardDocs ..............................................................................................11Bus Transportation ................................................................................20Calendar .................................................................................................52Career and Technical Education ...........................................................23Child Abuse.............................................................................................29Child Care ...............................................................................................21CLARITY ..................................................................................................19Communications ....................................................................................10ConnectEd® ...........................................................................................10Cost Per Pupil .........................................................................................30Dances....................................................................................................27Department of Technology Services.....................................................25Dietary and Allergy Restrictions ............................................................21Directory, Schools ..................................................................................33Directory, School Support......................................................................44Dress Code .............................................................................................27Drugs and Alcohol..................................................................................28Elementary Program..............................................................................18English Language Learners Program (ELL) ..........................................23Enrollment ..............................................................................................15Emergency Closings...............................................................................52Equal Opportunity ..................................................................................20Excused Absences .................................................................................26Family Life Education.............................................................................24Finance ...................................................................................................30Gifted Program.......................................................................................22Grading Scale.........................................................................................20Graduation Ceremonies ...............................................Inside Back CoverHead Start and STEP .............................................................................22Health Care.............................................................................................21High School Program .............................................................................18Instruction ..............................................................................................18Instructional Assistance ........................................................................21LCPS-TV...................................................................................................11LEAP........................................................................................................13Libraries..................................................................................................24Lockdown Procedures ...........................................................................29Loudoun Academy of Science...............................................................22Lunches ..................................................................................................20Medication..............................................................................................28Middle School Program .........................................................................18Minute of Silence ...................................................................................26Mission Statement ...................................................................................4Organization ...........................................................................................14Parent Information Management System (PIM) ..................................10Pledge of Allegiance ..............................................................................26Policies and Regulations .......................................................................26PTAs and PTOs........................................................................................13Report Cards and Parent/Teacher Conferences..................................19Retired Educators...................................................................................17Rights of 18 Year Olds ...........................................................................29School Board ............................................................................................4School Board Committees & Advisory Groups .....................................12School Board Goals..................................................................................6School Bond Vote ...................................................................................31Snow Days ..............................................................................................27Special Education ..................................................................................18Student Records.....................................................................................31Student School Hours............................................................................50Student School Board Representatives..................................................5Summer School......................................................................................24Superintendent’s Message......................................................................3Teachers .................................................................................................17Testing Programs ...................................................................................19Textbooks................................................................................................19

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SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE

SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE

Welcome to the 2013-2014school year in Loudoun CountyPublic Schools, a district longrecognized as one of the best inVirginia and one that is gainingprominence among the finestschool systems in the UnitedStates.

Over a number of years the School Board has worked to achieve parity with our most competitive neighboringdistricts even as we have dealtwith the demands of being oneof the fastest-growing schoolsystems in America year afteryear. Recent economic changesat the national, state, and local levels have challengedLoudoun’s schools, but wecontinue to seek to employ and retain the best professionaleducators and staff as the essential foundation of our expandingschool system.

With strong support from parents and the confidence of thecommunity, including a vibrant business community, we willcontinue to move to expand our superior instructional programand provide the talented, dedicated teaching and support staffneeded to equip Loudoun students to reach their full potential inschool and in their future life.

We continue to focus on the child in our classrooms and toprovide a climate for success in every one of our 84 schools.Regular attendance is a priority, and students are expected tofollow clearly stated rules for behavior at school. Our schoolbuildings are well equipped and maintained to provide a safeenvironment for teaching and learning.

Working in partnership with parents and members of ourcommunity, we look forward to assuring a positive and rewardingpublic school experience for our students in LCPS’ 144th schoolyear.

Edgar B. Hatrick III, Ed.D.SuperintendentAugust 2013


LOUDOUN COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

SCHOOL BOARD MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Loudoun County Public Schools is to work

closely with students, families, and the community to provide a superior education, safe schools, and a climate for success. The educational programs of Loudoun County Public Schools will striveto meet or exceed federal, state, and local requirements for assessment of achievement and to promote intellectual growth, individual initiative, mutual respect, and personal responsibility forproductive citizenship.

THE SCHOOL BOARDThe School Board is responsible for the operation of the county’s

public schools in accordance with State Department of Education regulations.

School Board members are elected every four years in the November general election with one member elected for each of the eightelectoral districts and one member elected at-large. Loudoun’s fifthelected School Board was chosen in November 2011 and took office January 1, 2012. School Board members receive annual salaries of $20,000with the chairman receiving an additional $2,000.

SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGSThe public is invited to attend and participate in School Board

meetings held in open session at LCPS’ Administrative Offices, 21000Education Court, Ashburn,VA 20148. Second Tuesday meetings conveneat 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; fourth Tuesday meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. InJuly, August and December no fourth Tuesday meetings are planned.Persons wishing to address the Board should call the Superintendent’sOffice, (571) 252-1020. School Board agendas are available throughBoardDocs on the School system’s website, www.lcps.org.

LCPS-TV provides live, gavel-to-gavel coverage of scheduledSchool Board meetings held monthly on the second and fourth Tuesdayat 6:30 p.m. Meetings are available via webcast on the LCPS website atwww.lcps.org.

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LOUDOUN COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

STUDENT SCHOOL BOARD REPRESENTATIVES

Each of the 13 LCPS high schools will have a student representativesitting on the Loudoun County School Board for one month to providestudent input on educational issues.

In preparation for their responsibilities, the new student SchoolBoard representatives and their parents attend an evening orientationsession and reception presented by LCPS Superintendent Dr. Edgar B.Hatrick III, School Board Members and the LCPS Senior Staff.

The student representatives for the Loudoun County School Boardfor 2013-2014 are:

EMILY M. MOONEYPark View High SchoolSeptember 2013

PAUL CONTEHHeritage High SchoolOctober 2013

ALEXANDER S. REARDENJohn Champe High SchoolNovember 2013

LAINE R. BRUMMELLLoudoun Valley High SchoolDecember 2013

CHRISTOPHER J. CONSAULWoodgrove High SchoolJanuary 2014

SYDNEY C. SHEPHERDDominion High SchoolFebruary 2014

JUAN C. MARIN ROSASPotomac Falls High SchoolFebruary 2014

MICHAEL E. HUMPHRISEBriar Woods High SchoolMarch 2014

KAMRAN C. WATERMANFreedom High SchoolMarch 2014

KATHERINE E. KNOBLOCHLoudoun County High SchoolApril 2014

MILAN S. BALLTuscarora High SchoolApril 2014

LUIS F. TORRESBroad Run High SchoolMay 2014

MEGAN A. BRYNStone Bridge High SchoolMay 2014


SCHOOL BOARD MISSION AND GOALS

SCHOOL BOARD GOALSStudent Achievement• LCPS will ensure that all graduates demonstrate readiness forcontinuing education and entry level skills for immediateemployment.

• LCPS will continue to provide full-day kindergarten for at-risk students and will develop a long-term plan to establish full-daykindergarten for all students countywide.

• LCPS will ensure that at least 92% of students will pass all required Standards of Learning (SOL) tests.

• LCPS will ensure that students and schools will attain the annualmeasurable objectives called for in the Adequate Yearly Progress(AYP) requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB).

• LCPS will identify and reduce the disparity in achievement amongall educationally accepted subgroups.

• LCPS will ensure that students in identified racial, ethnic, and socio-economic groups will exceed all requirements of Standardsof Learning and NCLB.

• LCPS will ensure that all students demonstrate grade level readingproficiency by the end of the first grade or will have anindividualized program of reading instruction.

• LCPS will improve English language literacy among all students,especially those who are identified as Limited English Proficient.

• LCPS shall significantly improve ACT and SAT performance.

Curriculum Development• LCPS will enhance and expand alternative education programs.

• LCPS will expand its academy programs to serve students withspecial interests and abilities.

• LCPS will review and revise career and technical programs to meet evolving employment and post-secondary educationalrequirements.

• LCPS high schools will expand opportunities for student involvement in school-sponsored co-curricular activities.

• LCPS will strive to incorporate 21st century global skills into thecurriculum.

Courtesy of Beverly Denny, Loudoun Times Mirror.

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Class SizeSchool staffing will be sufficient to provide for the following

average class sizes:

Elementary Secondary

AverageClass Size

MaxClassSize

Kindergarten 22 15* Grades 6-8

21.6 (Teaching 6 of 8periods a day)

Grades 1-3 22 25** Grades 9-12

25.9 (Teaching 5 of 8periods a day)

Grades 4-5 22 27***

* A teacher assistant will be added to each half-day kindergarten class that exceeds 15 students.** A teacher assistant will be added for the grade level when all classes at the grade level have enrolled 25 students and one class enrolls the 26th student.*** A teacher assistant will be added for the grade level when allclasses at the grade level have enrolled 27 students and one class enrolls the 28th student.

Compensation, Recruitment, and Retention of Staff • LCPS will offer a competitive recruitment, compensation, and

professional development package that will attract highly qualified candidates and retain employees who meet establishedperformance standards.

• LCPS will continue to explore methods for improving the quantity and quality of instructional and team planning time.

• LCPS will increase recruitment and employment of minorityapplicants for teaching and administrative/supervisory positions.

• LCPS will expand support for National Board Certification andother forms of developing teacher excellence.

Growth and Resource Parity • LCPS will manage the effects of growth and use methods for

assessing parity between older and newer campuses to ensure thatall students, faculty and staff have access to quality facilities, resources, and instructional programs.

• LCPS will provide necessary and sufficient district level staffingin order to maintain excellence in a large and rapidly growing system.

• LCPS will continue to use scarce resources wisely by conserving energy, recycling materials whenever possible, and by educating students on best environmental practices.



• LCPS will annually prepare ten-year planning documents combining the Capital Improvements Program and the projectedcapital needs contained in the ten-year Capital Needs Assessment.

• LCPS will strive to establish paperless practices.

Community Relations • LCPS will enhance community relations by frequent

communication and through maximized opportunities for public input related to issues under consideration by the SchoolBoard.

• LCPS will increase community participation by regular distribution of school information to the citizens of LoudounCounty, including an Annual Report regarding progress madetoward achieving system goals.

• LCPS will increase the outreach to parents of pre-school andschool-age children in order to increase parental awareness ofavailable services, such as educational programs focused onparenting skills and the opportunities that already exist fortesting, evaluation and special education services for children asyoung as two years of age.

• LCPS will promote increased involvement of parents, businessesand the community, and PTA's, PTO's, PTSA's and PTSO's willbe recognized as essential partners in every school.

• LCPS will provide means to include parental input in assessmentof school performance.

• LCPS will develop content and maintenance standards for allcomponents of individual school websites to ensure thatstudents and parents throughout Loudoun County will haveaccess to the information they need for academic progress andsuccess.


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• LCPS will enhance the capabilities of schools and relatedinfrastructure to facilitate emergency preparedness in theCounty and the safety of LCPS students and personnel.

• LCPS will ensure its home page calendar includes all knownSchool Board meetings at least 60 days in advance and includemajor agenda topics once the agenda has been set.

Health, Safety, and Wellness • LCPS will promote programs that enhance students' and

employees' health, safety, and well-being.

• LCPS will strengthen programs that support safe learningenvironments free of bullying, teasing, and physical violence.

• LCPS will address student and employee obesity throughprograms developed to improve nutrition and promote physicalfitness through lifetime activities.

adopted 09/08/09

SCHOOL BOARD POLICIESPolicies governing student records and the rights of parents and

eligible students are contained in the School Board Policy Manual, available for review on the school system’s website, www.lcps.org. Asmandated by the Code of Virginia printed copies of the policies are available as needed to citizens who do not have online access.


COMMUNICATIONS

COMMUNICATIONSConnect-Ed®Loudoun County Public Schools utilizes the Connect-Ed® Phone

Messaging System to personally communicate with parents about emergency situations, school events and important issues affecting yourchild. Since this system is used to notify you of an emergency situationwith your student, you cannot completely opt-out of this system.You may use a form on the LCPS website, www.lcps.org, which

allows you the option to be removed from the “weather-related” closingand delay message only. Loudoun County Public Schools will continueto use the traditional methods of radio and TV in addition to our website,e-mail and text messaging capabilities via the voluntary Loudoun Alertsystem offered by Loudoun Government (https://alert.loudoun.gov/) to notify parents of weather-related closing and delays.Weather-related closing and delay messages are district-wide

messages that are sent early in the morning (6 a.m.) or at night (prior to10 p.m.) notifying parents that schools will be closed or operating on adelay due to inclement weather.

LCPS Extends Reach to Community through Social MediaLoudoun County Public Schools has extended its communications

reach to students, families, employees and the greater communitythrough the use of the popular social media tools Facebook and Twitter.Users of these social media get up-to-date LCPS information and announcements, including weather delays and school closings. You can add The Official Loudoun County Public Schools to your

Facebook account's newsfeed by clicking "like" at www.facebook.com/LCPSofficial. Twitter users can follow LCPS news via @LCPSofficial. These sites may also be accessed by clicking on the Facebook and

Twitter icons found on the www.lcps.org home page.

Parent Information Management (PIM) SystemLoudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) offers the Parent Information

Management (PIM) system, so parents can conveniently update theirphone numbers and e-mail addresses and emergency contact person. Itis available under Quick Links on the LCPS website, www.lcps.org.Parents are encouraged to act on correspondence from your child’s

school where updates to phone numbers or e-mails are required by usingthis simple system. If you have more than one student enrolled inLoudoun County Public Schools, you will be prompted to submit the

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changes for each student individually.All requests to update phone numbers and/or e-mail addresses

will be verified by the school prior to being updated in the student information system.The PIM website is designed to permit parents or guardians who are

listed as the first contact for a student to submit updates to phone num-bers, e-mail addresses, and emergency contact information. If you arenot the first contact in your child’s record, you will not be able to updatetheir information using this website. You should continue to notify theschool in writing of changes to your phone numbers or e-mail addresses.For changes to your physical or U.S. Mail address, please complete the

address change form and submit your Loudoun County residency verification requirements to your child’s school.

LCPS-TV Loudoun County Public Schools maintains LCPS Educational TV, an

open cable TV channel which can be viewed on the following systems:• Channel 18 on Comcast Cable system• Channel 43 on Verizon FIOS system• Channel 42 on Open BandThe educational channel provides LCPS families and Loudoun County

residents with news and information about Loudoun County PublicSchools. The channel broadcasts news, educational and arts programming in addition to a calendar of events, school or district-related announcements and gavel-to-gavel coverage of theLoudoun County School Board Meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the second andfourth Tuesdays of each month with a re-broadcast the following Thursday at Noon.For a complete listing of scheduled programming and events, click on

the link provided on the website under LCPS-TV. LCPS producesmonthly short format videos highlighting events taking place in schoolsthroughout the district. These videos can be viewed on the LCPS videochannel on VIMEO at vimeo.com/lcpstv.

All LCPS-TV program-ming can be concurrentlyviewed via webcasts on the LCPS website atwww.lcps.org. The LCPSPublic Information Officeoperates LCPS-TV. If youhave suggestions or ques-tions about the educationalprogramming on LCPS-TV,please contact the Public Information Office at (571) 252-1040.

BoardDocsLoudoun County Public Schools has an electronic agenda system for

its School Board Meetings. This system, called BoardDocs, replaces theold method of compiling, printing and distributing meeting documents.Through the BoardDocs website the public can view agendas and

supporting documents associated with each School Board meeting. Thisallows for viewing and/or printing information prior to meetings. Thiselectronic system not only saves time and resources, it also provides thepublic greater access to information that School Board members use tomake decisions. After the meeting, individuals can review the agendaitems and see what action was taken by the School Board,complete with voting information. All documents associated with meetings are automatically archived and can be searched by meetingdate or by using the comprehensive search feature.If you have any questions regarding the BoardDocs system, please

contact the Superintendent’s Office at (571) 252-1020.


SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEES & ADVISORY GROUPS


MINORITY STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEEThe Minority Student Achievement Advisory Committee (MSAAC)

is dedicated to work in partnership with the Loudoun County PublicSchools (LCPS), parents, and community to further the academic, socialand cultural development of every student and to ensure that the needsof all minority students are met.MSAAC supports School Board and staff initiatives, and parent ef forts

to ensure that our school community becomes culturally competent toensure fair and equitable instruction to all LCPS students.We encourage the development of school cultures where every

minority student is afforded the opportunity to achieve his or her fullpotential, feels welcome, and is recognized as an integral member of thestudent body.All general MSAAC meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each

month at the Loudoun County Public School Administration Buildingin the Board Room at 7 p.m.Contact information for MSAAC can be found under the Parents tab

on the LCPS website, www.lcps.org.

SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEEThe Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) works with the

School Board, administrators, parents and teachers who are responsiblefor students receiving special education services.SEAC meets monthly during the school year on the third Tuesday of

each month from 7 to 9 p.m. (September through May, with the exception of December). Meetings are held in Room 102 at the LoudounCounty Public Schools (LCPS) Administrative Offices, 21000 EducationCourt, Ashburn. All meetings are open to the public. SEAC welcomes anyone

interested in special education. There is a designated time for publiccomment during the meeting. This is an opportunity to share successfuleducational experiences and express general concerns regarding educational issues for students with disabilities.Contact information for SEAC can be found under the Parents tab on

the LCPS website, www.lcps.org.

LOUDOUN EDUCATION FOUNDATIONThe Loudoun Education Foundation (LEF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3)

corporation that raises private funds to enhance the quality of educationin Loudoun County Public Schools. The Foundation supports projectsthat stimulate students’ curiosity and create exceptional learning opportunities.The foundation supplies funds for teacher grants for innovative

programs and Standards of Learning enhancement; assistance to families who needed help with summer school tuition; sponsors Ethics in Leadership days for several high schools; sponsors the Loudoun CountyPublic Schools Social Studies/History Fair and Regional Science Fair;and helps to cover travel expenses for students taking part in national competitions.The LEF awards scholarships to qualified graduating seniors

of Loudoun County’s public high schools. Current Loudoun Countyteachers are also eligible to receive scholarships for pursuing graduatedegrees or advanced training.The Foundation is the primary sponsor of the annual Excellence in

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Education Banquet, which honors high school seniors who are inthe top 5 percent of their class academically. This year’s banquetwill be held at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, December 8th, at theNational Conference Center. Since 1983, the Excellence in EducationBanquet has honored 3,878 of Loudoun’s best students.Contact information for the LEF can be found under the Parents

tab on the LCPS website, www.lcps.org.

SCHOOL-BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPThe Loudoun School-Business Partnership Executive Council

was founded in 1990 by the citizens of Loudoun County as a non-profit organization whose mission is “to provide the leadership topromote the development and success of partnerships between theLoudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) and businesses to help ensure students are prepared to contribute successfully to the ever-changing business and community environments.”The council is composed of corporate executives, business

professionals, government agency representatives and LCPS educators. During the school year, the partnership council facilitatesnetworking activities and events with business partners and recognizes outstanding school- business partnerships. Among its most visible programs is the annual Job for a Day and

the Partnership Breakfast.The annual Partnership Breakfast will be on March 14, 2014, at

the National Conference Center.Career, Technical and Adult Education Director Shirley Bazdar

is the staff liaison for the School-Business Partnership. She can bereached at 571-252-1070 or [email protected].

PTA’s, PTO’s and LEAPParents help LCPS to continue top-quality educational programs

by participating in the Parent/Teacher Association orParent/Teacher Organization at each school. Representatives fromeach PTA or PTO serve in the countywide Loudoun Education Alliance of Parents (LEAP),an important, independent voice for superior education for Loudoun’s youngsters. LEAP meetings areopen to the public and are held on the second Wednesday monthly,September through May, at 7 p.m at the LCPS AdministrationBuilding in Ashburn.



OVERVIEW

Loudoun County Public Schools:An Outstanding Record of Achievement

OVERVIEW

Loudoun’s 84 public schools offer more than 70,855 students an edu-cational program that ranks with the best in Virginia and the nation.Loudoun students scores on nationally normed achievement tests andthe Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) consistently rank well above state andnational averages. 91.7 percent of graduates continue formal education;89.7 percent go on to college.One of the fastest growing counties in America, Loudoun continues

its proud tradition of support for quality public education to maintainan outstanding record of student achievement despite the pressures ofsurging enrollment.Loudoun County Public Schools is the third largest school division

in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

ADMINISTRATIONThe chief administrator of LCPS is the Superintendent. Serving di-

rectly under the Superintendent are the Deputy Superintendent; the As-sistant Superintendents for Instruction, Support Services, PersonnelServices, Business & Financial Services, Pupil Services, and TechnologyServices; the Executive Director of Planning & Legislative Services; andthe Public Information Officer. (See School Support Directory, page 44.)

ORGANIZATIONLCPS’ comprehensive instructional program begins in the 53 commu-

nity-oriented elementary schools for children in grades K-5. Studentsprogress through the 14 middle schools, grades 6-8, and the 13 highschools, grades 9-12. Children are assigned to schools that serve theirplace of residence. The Planning Office, (571) 252-1050, provides up-to-date information on school boundaries. Boundary information can alsobe obtained by using the School Attendance Boundaries icon located onthe LCPS website, www.lcps.org.

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ENROLLMENT AND ADMISSIONFor 2013-2014 enrollment in kindergarten, the student's 5th birthday

must be no later than September 30, 2013. Students who have notreached age 20 on or before August 1, 2013, are eligible for admission,with the exception of students with an IEP or requiring ELL.

DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO REGISTER IN LCPS• An original birth certificate or a certified copy.

• Proof of legal guardianship or legal custody if not the parent of the student.

• Social Security Number, if available.

• Proof of Residency.

• Tuberculosis Screening Requirements: All new students enteringLoudoun County Public Schools are required to providedocumentation that a tuberculosis screening has been performedno sooner than three months prior to registration for school.

• A properly completed immunization record signed by a licensedphysician or local health department employee.

• New elementary school students must have a completed physicalperformed no earlier than 12 months prior to the date the studentfirst enters kindergarten or elementary school. Copies of a completed physical from other United States schools are accept-able. Physicals must be submitted prior to school starting.

• 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 Plan (IEP), if applicable.

More detailed enrollment information is available from the LCPS Registration website, at your local school, or from the Student Information Office (571) 252-1018.

SCHOOL AND DAY CARE MINIMUM IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTSDocumented proof shall be provided of adequate age appropriate

immunization with the prescribed number of doses of vaccine indicatedbelow for attendance at a public or private elementary, middle or sec-ondary school, child care center, nursery school, family day care homeor developmental center. Vaccines must be administered in accordancewith the harmonized schedule of the Centers for Disease Control andPrevention, American Academy of Pediatrics, and American Academyof Family Physicians and must be administered within spacing and age requirements (available at http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/Epidemiology/Immunization/acip.htm).

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) - A minimum of 4 doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaPor DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria,Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP)


OVERVIEW

Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who donot meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria.

• Tdap Vaccine Booster - Effective July 1, 2006, a booster dose of Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 6th grade, if at least five years have passed since the last dose of tetanus-containingvaccine. In 2013-14, all students entering middle school and high school must have a diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis vaccine (Tdap) unless they have had a tetanus vaccine within the past five years.

• Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) Vaccine - This vaccine isrequired ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufac-turer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are ONLY required to have one dose of vaccine.

• Hepatitis B Vaccine - A complete series of 3 doses of hepatitis Bvaccine is required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule ONLY for adolescents 11-15 years ofage AND ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB)Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must beclearly documented on the school form.

• Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) - Effective October 1, 2008,a complete series of 3 doses of HPV vaccine is required for females.The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 6thgrade. After reviewing educational materials approved by theBoard of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent’s orguardian’s sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive theHPV vaccine.

• Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) Vaccine - A minimum of 2measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses ofeach because the vaccine usually administered is the combinationvaccine MMR.) First dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. Second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after theminimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2.

• Pneumococcal (PCV) Vaccine - This vaccine is required ONLY forchildren less than two years of age. Two to four doses, dependenton age at first dose, of pneumococcal 7-valent conjugate vaccineare required.

• Polio Vaccine - A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dosemust be administered on or after the fourth birthday.

• Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine - All susceptible children born onand after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose ofchickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered priorto entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time afterthe minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2.

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TEACHERSLoudoun’s classroom teachers have been carefully selected to provide

the individualized attention that will encourage students to learn andachieve to the best of their abilities. A mentor program for teachers newto the profession, a rigorous performance evaluation for all teachers, and challenging staff development opportunities help to ensure superiorteaching and learning in Loudoun classrooms.All Loudoun teachers are licensed by the State Board of Education to

teach the grade level or subject area for which they are employed. Morethan 66 percent hold master’s degrees and 81 percent have completed some graduate courses. For the school year 2012-2013, 99% of Loudoun teachers were identified as “highly qualified” by the Virginia Department of Education.Teachers’ salaries range from $46,422 to $103,074 for the 2013-2014

year.

RETIRED EDUCATORSThe Loudoun Retired Educators Association is open to all former

Loudoun County teachers, support staff, and administrators. The asso-ciation meets the first Thursday of each month at Monroe TechnologyCenter or a local restaurant. The association’s members share food andfellowship followed by a business meeting during which the concerns ofretirees are discussed. LREA was established on June 6, 1951, andawards scholarships to graduating seniors entering the field of education.Members are involved in community activities as well as volunteeringin our schools.For further information about the Loudoun Retired Educators Asso-

ciation, contact Ellen Bawiec at (703) 435-2823 or Janet Dye at (703) 620-4523.


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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, GRADES K-5Elementary education emphasizes strong basic skills in reading,

language arts, mathematics, science, social science (Grades K-5) and includes art, music, health, physical education, and Spanish instructionin Grades 1-5. Each elementary school has the services of a guidancecounselor, a reading teacher, a technology resource teacher and a librarian. An important part of a child’s foundational experience is socialization with peers and establishing productive citizenship withinthe context of the school, community, and nation.

MIDDLE SCHOOL, GRADES 6-8The mission of Loudoun County middle schools is to create and

maintain an environment which ensures that each student demonstratesa high level of academic achievement and developmental growth asmeasured by national, state, and district standards. Realizing that theneeds of individual school communities vary, middle school staff members are committed to a comprehensive system of support to assurethis outcome.Each middle school is divided into sub-schools called “houses.” Each

house includes a dean, house secretary and full-time guidance counsel-ing services. LCPS middle schools utilize the framework of interdisciplinary teams and professional learning communities to fosterkey components of effective middle schools. Curriculum focuses on coreacademic areas, foreign language and introduces a unified program offine arts and career and technical education.

HIGH SCHOOL, GRADES 9-12Many of the high school student’s courses are determined by state

requirements for graduation. The balance may be selected from a widevariety of academic, career and technical education and fine arts courses.Advanced Placement courses are available in history, English, mathematics, science, fine arts and foreign languages. Students mustcomplete 22 course units for a standard diploma or a standard technicaldiploma (for students entering 9th Grade in 2011-2012) and 24 units foran advanced studies diploma or 26 units for an advanced studies or advanced technical diploma (for students entering 9th Grade in 2011-2012). School counselors assist students in selecting courses, in designingan individualized program of studies to meet the desired diploma requirements, and in applying to post-secondary schools and colleges.

SPECIAL EDUCATIONSpecial Education provides a free, appropriate education to eligible

Loudoun children with disabilities between the ages of 2 and 21, inclusive. Programs offered serve students with developmental delays,intellectual disabilities, emotional disabilities, specific learning disabilities, visual, hearing, speech, orthopedic and other health impairments, autism, and multiple disabilities. Parents who suspect thata child has a disability should contact their principal or the Office ofSpecial Education, (571) 252-1011.A county-wide Child Find Center and Parent Resource Center (PRC)

are located at 20 Union Street, NW in Leesburg and offer referral, iden-tification, and information services. The Child Find Center providesservices for families of children ages 2 through 5 and includes a staff of

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speech-language pathologists, preschool teachers, school social workers,and school psychologists. Appointments for developmental screeningsat no cost to parents may be scheduled by calling (571) 252-2180. ThePRC is staffed by a special educator and a parent of a child with a disability. Parents may contact the PRC staff at (571) 252-2185.

TEXTBOOKSThe Loudoun School Board provides for textbooks to be supplied free

of charge. Students pay for books they damage or lose.

TESTING PROGRAMSLCPS participates in the Virginia State Assessment Program. State

Standards of Learning (SOL) assessment tests are administered in grades3-8 and in certain high school courses. LCPS conducts additional achieve-ment and ability testing as group instructional needs warrant.

REPORT CARDS AND PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCESReport cards are issued four times during the year for all grade

levels. During the 2013-2014 school year, marking periods will end onNovember 1, January 24, March 28 and June 13.Parent/teacher conferences are strongly encouraged and may be

scheduled through school offices.

CLARITYLoudoun County Public Schools

(LCPS) uses a secure, web-based, hostedapplication for assignments, assessmentsand grades called CLARITY. Through the Parent Portal, parents are ableto view components of a teacher’s grade book related to their child andmay sign up for automated reports that can be sent to them via e-mail.For information on gaining access to the parent portal, please visit

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GRADING SCALELoudoun County middle and high schools have a 10-point grading

scale. The grading scale is as follows:

ACCREDITATIONEach school operates with accreditation from the Virginia Depart-

ment of Education. The high schools are fully accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools.

EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITYThe Loudoun County School Board provides equal educational

opportunities for all county students regardless of race, color, creed, sex,religion, national origin or disabling condition. Procedures under whichstudents and their parents may complain and seek correction of any alleged discrimination are listed in the School Board Policy Manual.

BUS TRANSPORTATIONLCPS operates and maintains a fleet of 854 school buses that travel

more than 9.0 million miles annually serving more than 70,000 students.Home-to-school bus transportation is furnished for students in gradesK-5 who live more than .8 (eight-tenths) mile from school, for studentsin grades 6-12 that live more than one mile from school, and for any student who would otherwise have to walk to school over a hazardousroute.All students are afforded transportation services for various trips

throughout the school year. School bus schedules are available at allschools and on the Transportation website.

LUNCHESCafeterias in all schools serve nutritious lunches, including milk.

Elementary meals are priced at $3.00 and middle and high school meals

NUMERIC LETTER QUALITY POINTSVALUE GRADE (BEFORE WEIGHTING)

98-100 A+ 4.393-97 A 4.090-92 A- 3.787-89 B+ 3.383-86 B 3.080-82 B- 2.777-79 C+ 2.373-76 C 2.070-72 C- 1.767-69 D+ 1.363-66 D 1.060-62 D- 0.70-59 F 0.0

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are priced at $3.10. Most schools offer our breakfast program at a priceof $2.00. In participation with the federal school meal program, childrenfrom households that meet Federal Income Guidelines are eligible for either reduced-price or free school lunch. Free kindergarten snack alsomay be available. Applications are available in all schools and from theLCPS Food Services Office, 21000 Education Court, Ashburn, VA 20148,and (571) 252-1010.

DIETARY AND ALLERGY RESTRICTIONSThe LCPS food service supervisor and school cafeteria managers are

aware of the dietary and allergy restrictions affecting each student. Theserestrictions are fed into a computerized database and displayed at thecashier’s stations at each school.If a student has a dietary restriction or allergy the cafeteria manager

should be notified. A dietary note, such as “No Pork,” will be posted inthe student’s database file. A pink pig logo on the serving line will indicate that a menu item contains pork. The cashier will help to monitora student’s menu choices. Call the school’s cafeteria manager with questions or concerns.The Loudoun County School Food Services Department has compiled

an ingredient listing for most of the food items served in our schools.Items included in the listing are served in our breakfast, lunch and snackprograms. The list is designed for those who need to monitor ingredientsfor allergies, carbohydrate counts, vegetarianism, special needs and porkor other food restrictions. To view this list, go to the school system’s website, www.lcps.org.

Go to the “Food Services” button and “Nutrition Facts, Ingredients &Carbohydrate List”, next you will choose either the “Ingredients List”,or the “Carbohydrate List” or the “Nutrition Facts.”

HEALTH CAREAll school personnel are sensitive to the general health and well being

of students. At least two staff members in all schools are trained in CPR,first aid techniques and use of the automatic external defibrillator (AED).Full-time, trained Health Clinic Assistants, working under the supervision of resource nurses, staff most elementary schoolclinics. In a few elementary schools with severely disabled, very medically-fragile children, a full-time registered nurse staffs the clinic.Full-time registered nurses serve all middle and high schools. Athletictrainers provide after-school coverage of athletic events at the highschools.

CHILD CARELoudoun County Public Schools does not provide after-school

childcare. However, such care is provided at schools by the county’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services through itsCASA program. To find out about this program call (703) 737-8042.

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANCEExtra attention is given to children that need special help in develop-

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tests receive remedial help in mathematics, language arts and readingthrough classroom teachers and reading specialists. Students in eligibleschools may receive support from the federally funded Title I Programthat focuses on the young student having difficulty learning to read.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS – HEAD START AND STEP (STARTING TOWARDS EXCELLENCE IN PRESCHOOL)Head Start and STEP are preschool programs serving economically

disadvantaged 4-year-olds. The Head Start Program provides strong educational experiences with the addition of health and social servicesfor children and their families. STEP is a traditional pre-school programwith an educational focus. Both programs have age and income requirements. Information is available from the Head Start Coordinatorat (571) 252-2110.

GIFTED PROGRAMPrograms and services are available for gifted students at all grade

levels in all schools. Differentiated instruction is provided to giftedyoungsters in grades K-5. The SEARCH classroom resource program ispart of the K-3 gifted curriculum. A county-wide, center-based program(FUTURA) serves certain gifted students in grades 4 and 5. All middleschools conduct a special enrichment program (SPECTRUM). Honorscourses in grades 6-12 and Advanced Placement courses are available ingrades 9-12. A summer program serves students gifted in the visualand performing arts.High school students that qualify may attend Thomas Jefferson High

School for Science and Technology in Fairfax County, a governor's regional magnet school or the Loudoun County Public Schools Academyof Science. The Governor’s School Summer Residential Program offerscollege-level summer instruction. Additional information on the GiftedProgram is available from the Department of Instruction at (571) 252-1440 or on the LCPS website (www.lcps.org) under "Academics".

LOUDOUN ACADEMY OF SCIENCEThe mission of the Loudoun Academy of Science is to provide an

academic environment where students are encouraged to develop creative scientific endeavors of their own design, while having the opportunity to pursue a rich, well-rounded high school experience. The integration of the physical sciences of physics, earth science, and

chemistry in ninth and 10th grades provides the foundation for work inbiology and further study in the physical sciences in 11th and 12thgrades. Students begin independent research during their sophomoreyear. Their research continues as scientific techniques and methodologies

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are enhanced in their junior and senior years. The math program is designed to enhance scientific patterns of thought as well as to providestudents opportunities to progress through AP calculus, multivariablecalculus, or other higher mathematics.Students will attend the Academy of Science on alternate days while

pursuing their interests in the humanities and other electives at theirhome high school. An application for admission to the Academy of Science is required for enrollment.

CAMPUS PROGRAMCAMPUS is an academic and college preparation program designed

to meet the specific needs of students from historically under-representedpopulations and prospective first-generation college students attendingLoudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) in attaining higher post-secondary education.An LCPS school counseling initiative, CAMPUS began in the spring

of 2002. The program now serves over 500 selected students in grades 9-12. CAMPUS seeks to provide support and encouragement to studentswho demonstrate the ability to achieve academic success and college ad-mission. Admission to and graduation from college are among the goalsof the CAMPUS Program. Students must commit to attending manda-tory CAMPUS meetings and/or classes during the school day and CAM-PUS activities throughout the year.Parents are also an integral part of CAMPUS and its success. Parents

are expected to participate in CAMPUS initiatives and to support theirchildren in the college search and application process.Students can apply to the program in the spring of their 8th grade

year, or if space is available, during the first few weeks of grades 9-11.Application packets can be obtained through the LCPS website or fromthe school counseling office at each middle or high school. Students mustsubmit a completed application, including a writing sample and twoteacher recommendations.More information on the CAMPUS Program is available on the LCPS

website under “School Counseling” or parents can contact the CAMPUSProgram Manager at (571) 252-1017.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS PROGRAM (ELL)ELL is a resource program designed to help non-English speaking

children become proficient in the English language. This language abilitywill give them confidence and language skills to participate in the schoolsystem’s academic programs and extracurricular activities. ELL servicesare available to all eligible students either at their home school or at anearby center. More information on ELL services is available online orby contacting the ELL Office at (571) 252-1390.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATIONCareer and technical education offers a variety of programs that serve

to prepare students for 21st century careers and life in a global economy.Students in grades 6-12 may explore career options and develop occupational skills through career and technical offerings at their home schools and at Monroe Technology Center. Career and technicaleducation focuses on seven major career fields: agriculture, business,health, family and consumer science, marketing, technology and tradeand industry. Career and technical education is a springboard to immediate employment for many high school students and helps students prepare for college and other post-secondary education. Additional information is available from the Career, Technical & AdultEducation Office at (571) 252-1070.


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ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMThe Alternative Education Program at Douglass School in Leesburg

serves middle and high school students that have not been successful ina traditional school program. Students complete the same requirementsfor promotion and/or graduation as do other LCPS students.Additionalinformation is available from the Douglass School at (571) 252-2060.

ADULT EDUCATIONLCPS offers adult education programs for Loudoun residents 18 yearsand older. For a small registration and book fee, individuals can partic-ipate in English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. ESL classes arescheduled at several locations during both day and evening hours. AdultHigh School, Adult Basic Education and GED classes also are availableto citizens for a nominal fee. Selections of general interest classes are of-fered each semester at numerous school sites throughout the county. Ad-ditional information on all adult programs is available from the AdultEducation Office at (571) 252-2119.

FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION CURRICULUMThe LCPS Family Life Curriculum has among its primary goals the fol-

lowing: teaching that all human beings have worth and dignity; the family isthe primary structure of our society; parents are and should be the primaryfamily life educators for their children. There is a form, called the “Opt-OutForm,” through which parents may request that their child be excused fromall or part of the Family Life Curriculum. An Opt-Out form must be com-pleted and returned to the school within the first eight days of the schoolyear. Curriculum guides and materials used in Family Life classes are openfor review by parents. More information is available from the Career andTechnical Education/Family Life Education Supervisor at (571) 252-1070.

LIBRARIES AND THE IRCLibraries in the county’s schools stock more than 1.5 million copies

of print and digital materials. Certified school librarians teach information literacy skills and encourage students to use the libraries forpersonal reading as well as for school assignments. Two central Instructional Resource Centers host a free Teacher Production Center forcreating instructional resources. They are located at the LCPS Administration Building in Ashburn and at the Round Hill Center inRound Hill. Library Media Services administers SAFARI Montage, aninstructional video-on-demand network that is available in all schools.In addition, the Office of Library Media Services provides and supportsa robust collection of online resources and subscription databases for research, reference and learning, most of which are accessible to students,faculty and staff from both school and home.

SUMMER SCHOOLAccording to the level of funding, summer school offers multiple

learning opportunities for students to remediate and expand academicskills. Grades 1-5 provide remedial instruction for required subjects.Grades 6-12 provide a selection of courses in core academics and drivereducation for new and repeat credit. Tuition is charged and bus transportation from central locations is provided at no additional cost.More information is available from school principals and guidancecounselors.

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DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY SERVICESThe Department of Technology Services was created during the

2012-2013 school year to consolidate and enhance the technology servingLCPS students and staff.The duties of this department include:

1. Technology Operations: Responsible for direction, process, and operational business support.

2. Technology Support: Responsible for decentralized user hardware and software support.

3. Technology Systems & Infrastructure: Responsible for support of enterprise core systems and infrastructure to ensure effective transmission of secure data and services.

4. Application Development: Responsible for development, testing, and support of internal and purchased applications.

5. Information Management: Responsible for enterprise application support, data management, and state and federalreporting.

This department oversees the purchase, implementation, licensingmaintenance, and support of infrastructure, desktops, laptops, printers,audio visual devices, video conferencing, intercoms, interactive whiteboards, scanners, servers, software and contractual services that supportthe students, teachers, parents and staff. This department supports theMicrosoft Server and Office environment, instructional software (e.g.CLARITY, Vision, etc.), the student information system; student recordsarchival services, e-mail, data backup, technology management tools, application hosting and maintenance.


POLICIES AND REGULATIONS

POLICIES AND REGULATIONSLoudoun school policies are published in the School Board Policy

Manual, “Loudoun County Public Schools Policies and Regulations,”have been posted to our website, www.lcps.org, as mandated by theCode of Virginia. Printed copies of the policies are available as neededto citizens who do not have online access. The “Student Rights and Responsibilities,” which explains policies and rules for school conduct,has also been posted on our website.This guide and directory is not meant to be a comprehensive listing

of all the rules and regulations governing Loudoun County PublicSchools. This is merely an abbreviated compilation of some of the policiesthat are most often asked about.

MINUTE OF SILENCEThe Commonwealth of Virginia requires that each school day begin

with a minute of silence. During the minute of silence, students shall remain seated and make no distracting displays.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEThe Commonwealth of Virginia requires the daily recitation of the

Pledge of Allegiance. It provides that no student shall be compelled torecite the Pledge if the student or the parent or guardian objects on religious, philosophical, or other grounds to the student’s participatingin this exercise. It further provides that students who are exempt fromrecitation of the Pledge shall remain quietly standing or sitting at theirdesk while others recite the Pledge and shall make no display that disrupts or distracts others.

EXCUSED ABSENCESSchool principals excuse student absences for such reasons as medical

appointments, court appearances, religious holidays and personal illness.Students who need to be dismissed for part of the day on a regular basismust obtain a waiver from the Superintendent. Students absent for anextended period because of illness, may be eligible for temporary instruction at home, Policy §8-17.

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SCHOOL-BASED DRESS CODESThe dress code for LCPS students is defined by Policy §8-33 of the

School Board Policy Manual. This policy reads in part: “The primary responsibility for the proper dress and grooming of students rests withthe parent or guardian of each student.” Physical education uniformsare required for middle and high school students. Students are requiredto take two credits of physical education in order to graduate. Athletic directors have allowed those female students who can not wear shortsbecause of religious beliefs to wear long pants during physical educa-tion. Long-sleeved shirts may be worn under the T-shirts issued as partof a physical education uniform. Head coverings may be worn during physical education classes and students may be excused from some activities because of the safety issues this may present.

WHY LOUDOUN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DOESN’T HAVE SNOW DAYS

1. The Commonwealth of Virginia requires that schools provide a minimum 990 hours of instructional time each school year with each school day being at least 5.5 hours in length.

2. School divisions are required to have a plan for making up a total of15 days missed because of bad weather or other emergencies. For2013-2014, Loudoun County Public Schools will operate on a 180-day instructional calendar. Because the length of the instructional day in LCPS exceeds the 5.5 hour minimum, the 15 required“make-up days” are covered in the established school calendar.

3. Loudoun County has had this policy governing the “fixed calendar”since 1990.

4. The fixed calendar means that days missed for inclement weatherwill not cause truncated vacations, Saturday classes, lengthenedschool days, or changes in graduation dates. Families are able to settheir calendars a full year ahead around the fixed dates.

DANCESLoudoun County Public Schools reserves the right to deny entrance

to a school dance if the rules, guidelines and expectations of SchoolBoard policy are not followed. In addition, students will be asked toleave a dance if their behavior is not acceptable. Students will be expected to abide by any other rules deemed appropriate by the admin-istration and sponsor of the individual school.Rules and expectations for students and their guests at LCPS dances

include:• School rules are in force for dances held at the schools or off

campus.• Students must adhere to the School Board Alcohol Policy §8-35.• Students must adhere to the School Board Drug Policy §8-36.• Students must adhere to the School Board Weapons Policy §8-32.• No tobacco products are permitted Policy §8-37.• No use of inappropriate language.• No fighting or harassing behavior.• No inappropriate dancing.• Those attending dances are expected to wear appropriate attire.



It is the responsibility of LCPS students to ensure that their guests understand and adhere to these rules and expectations.

DRUGS AND ALCOHOLIt is prohibited by law for students to possess, distribute, use, or be

under the influence of alcohol or drugs while under school authority, onschool property, or at a school-sponsored activity. Students who violate this law will be subject to criminal prosecution as well as schoolpunishment.Students at all grade levels receive appropriate instruction about the

hazards of drug and alcohol abuse through health, science and socialstudies curricula. The Substance Abuse Prevention Program promotes“no use” activities at all grade levels, provides a variety of educationaland supportive programs primarily for students at risk for alcohol andother drug problems and offers information and consultative services forparents. More information is available from the Substance Abuse Pre-vention Coordinator, (571) 252-1014.

MEDICATION IN SCHOOLAll medicine should be administered to students at home if at all

possible per School Board Policy §8-53. If a student must take prescrip-tion medicine at school, the medication will be administered by theschool nurse, health clinic assistant, the principal or the principal’s designee. Non-prescription medicine may be taken by students onlyunder the supervision of the school nurse, health clinic assistant, principal or the principal’s designee.All medicine must be brought to school by the parent/guardian,

except for emergency medicine which a student has a Physician’s Orderto carry and/or self-administer. Medicine must be in the original, labeledcontainer.

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CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECTVirginia law requires school employees to report suspected cases of

child abuse or neglect to the Department of Social Services. This law provides immunity from civil or criminal liability in connection withthese reports, unless malicious intent is proved.

RIGHTS OF 18-YEAR-OLDSSince students 18 or older have many of the legal rights and

responsibilities of adults, these students may act in place of their parentsin some instances where parental permission is required of youngerstudents; 18-year-olds may provide their own excuses for school absences and do not need permission for school trips.

PROCEDURES FOR SCHOOL LOCKDOWNWhen a Loudoun County school is locked down, it means there is an

intruder in the building or that police have asked that the building besealed when there is a crime in the community.When a school goes into lockdown, all exterior doors are locked;

students are sheltered in their classrooms or other areas of the building;and no one is allowed in or out. If a school goes into lockdown, you willbe contacted through the ConnectEd® phone message and e-mail systemand the Loudoun Alert system if you have signed up for it. These messages will be updated when the lockdown is lifted.If you are informed that your child’s school has gone into lockdown,

please do not attempt to come to the school. Law enforcement and emergency authorities will be in charge of the campus and you will notbe allowed into the building.


FINANCIAL STATISTICS

FINANCELCPS operates on an annual budget adopted by the School Board.

Local revenue appropriated by the Board of Supervisors provides themajor source of funding. School operating budgets are planned withinput from parents and the general public.

2013-2014 School Operating Budget

Instruction $670,698,636

Administration, Attendance & Health $28,574,050

Pupil Transportation $53,100,940Facilities $2,271,927Operation & Maintenance $72,944,337Technology $16,082,560Total $843,672,450

COST PER PUPILThe cost per pupil to educate students in LCPS is estimated to be

$11,638 for the 2013-2014 school year. This figure includes $9,207 for instruction, $383 for administration, attendance and health, $733 forpupil transportation, $35 for facilities, $1,001 for operation and maintenance, and $279 for technology.

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SCHOOL BOND VOTE ON NOVEMBER 5, 2013Bond funding for school construction will be up for voter approval in

the November 5, 2013, election.This year’s bond requests a total not to exceed $11,950,000 for the Free-

dom High School addition, Mercer Middle School addition, andLoudoun County High School stadium renovation.LCPS’ enrollment is expected to continue increasing annually by over

2 percent with an enrollment of 70,855 students expected by the start ofthe 2013-2014 school year and 72,826 (2.8% increase) by the start of the2014-2015 school year.

STUDENT RECORDSIn compliance with federal laws, the rights of parents of students up

to 18 years of age (hereafter called parents) and the rights of students 18years or older (hereafter called eligible students) concerning studentrecords are listed below. Types of records, their location, custodians andpolicies for disposition are shown on page 32.

DISCLOSURE OF RECORDSParents and eligible students may inspect their records by requesting

access and identifying themselves to the custodian of records. Studentsunder 18 may inspect their records only with the written consent of aparent or legal guardian. This does not preclude the school from givingstudents data from the records. School personnel with legitimate educa-tional interest in a student or responsibility for the record system haveaccess to records. Certain non-school personnel by law have access torecords or information from them. Records are transferred, upon request,to a school in which a student seeks to enroll.No other disclosure of information from a student’s record is

permitted without written consent of the parent or eligible student.

COPIES OF RECORDSParents and eligible students may obtain copies of records upon

payment of reproduction costs.

RELEASE OF DIRECTORY INFORMATIONThe following information may be released without prior consent:

names and addresses of students and parents, telephone number, e-mailaddress, date and place of birth, dates of attendance, participation inofficially recognized activities and sports, height and weight of membersof athletic teams and awards and honors received, and other similar information specified by administrative regulation. Parents and eligiblestudents have the right to refuse disclosure of such data by writing theschool.School Board policy on directory information conveys no rights

to non-school organizations, agencies, or persons to copies of the information.

AMENDMENT OF RECORDSA parent or eligible student may seek amendment of information in

the student’s record if it is believed to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. Such requests shouldbe made to the custodian of the records, who shall decide within 15working days whether or not to amend the record as requested. Ifdifferences cannot be reconciled by informal means, a hearing before the Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Services may be requested to decidethe matter.


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COMPLAINT PROCEDUREAllegations of failure of LCPS to comply with federal law (Title 20,

U.S. Code, 1232g) concerning student records may be filed in writing to:Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.Washington, DC 20202-8520

TYPES AND LOCATION OF RECORDSA scholastic record is maintained on every student enrolled in LCPS.

At a minimum, the student scholastic record contains directory informa-tion, grades, health and physical education records, discipline records,if any, and the results of standardized group testing. Any individual special evaluations (psychological, medical, psycho-educational or socialhistory) as well as official records relating to the special education or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and records relating to thegifted program, Title I, Head Start and other special programs also maybe found in the scholastic record.The student scholastic record is kept at the school currently attended

by the student. Files for students who have left the system are kept forfive years at the last school attended. After five years, the student file isarchived by the Records Management Department. The principal is thecustodian of the scholastic record. A portion of some students’ files maybe kept in the central office; the scholastic record will specify location.Student scholastic records are not retained permanently. Parents or

eligible students have a right to a copy of any information that will bedestroyed. A record of the student’s name, birth date, address, telephonenumber, grades, attendance record, classes attended, grade-level andyear completed is kept for 75 years.LCPS will maintain a cumulative student record until five years after

a student has graduated or left the school system. After that time, onlystate-required data will be maintained and the balance of the recordsmay be destroyed. The special education portions of student records aredestroyed five years from the date of graduation, transfer, or withdrawalfrom the school system. Upon request, a copy of the special educationportions of students’ file may be accessed prior to their destruction. Inquiries concerning archived student records should be directed to theRecords Manager, at (571) 252-1180.


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ALDIE ELEMENTARY ........................................(703) 957-4380Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4381Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7401Shawn M. Lyons, Principal

23269 Meetinghouse Lane, Aldie, VA 20105

ALGONKIAN ELEMENTARY ..............................(571) 434-3240Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 434-3241Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-1917Jennifer A. Steeprow, PrincipalKaren A. Shields, Assistant Principal

20196 Carter Court, Sterling, VA 20165

ARCOLA ELEMENTARY ....................................(703) 957-4390Absentee Phone Line..........................................(703) 957-4391 Fax .......................................................................(703) 327-7801 Dr. Clark E. Bowers, PrincipalAndrew Y. Stevens, Assistant Principal

41740 Tall Cedars Parkway, Aldie, VA 20105

ASHBURN ELEMENTARY .................................(571) 252-2350Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2351 Fax .......................................................................(571) 223-2656Michelle A. Walthour, PrincipalAbby L. Sacco, Assistant Principal

44062 Fincastle Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147

BALL’S BLUFF ELEMENTARY...........................(571) 252-2880Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2881Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8804Dr. Melinda D. Carper, PrincipalAnabel Trinidad Carra Squillo, Assistant Principal

821 Battlefield Parkway, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

BANNEKER ELEMENTARY ...............................(540) 751-2480Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2481Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6782Deborah S. Lee, Principal

35231 Snake Hill Road, Middleburg, VA 20117

BELMONT RIDGE MIDDLE ..............................(571) 252-2220Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2222Fax .......................................................................(703) 669-1455Ryan P. Hitchman, PrincipalDavid J. McKenzie, Assistant PrincipalMichael A. Surma, Assistant Principal

19045 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176

BELMONT STATION ELEMENTARY...................(571) 252-2240Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2242Fax .......................................................................(571) 223-3805Lori A. Mercer, PrincipalHollie K. Wilee, Assistant Principal

20235 Nightwatch Street, Ashburn, VA 20147

BLUE RIDGE MIDDLE.......................................(540) 751-2520Absentee Phone Line .........................................(540) 751-2522Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-6823Brion E. Bell, PrincipalMatthew A. Bolen, Assistant PrincipalNancy C. Griffith-Cochran, Assistant Principal

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BRIAR WOODS HIGH........................................(703) 957-4400Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4409Fax .......................................................................(703) 542-5923Edward A. Starzenski, PrincipalDr. Tammy K. Brock, Assistant PrincipalChristopher P. O’Rourke, Assistant PrincipalDr. Drew Pendleton, Assistant PrincipalDavid L. Royhab, School Counseling Director...(703) 957-4402Gerald A. Carter, Athletic Director .....................(703) 957-4408

22525 Belmont Ridge Road, Ashburn, VA 20148

BROAD RUN HIGH ............................................(571) 252-2300Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2302Fax .......................................................................(571) 252-2301Douglas A. Anderson, PrincipalJennifer M. Cavanaugh, Assistant PrincipalMichael M. Fitzgerald, Assistant PrincipalMelissa A. Sargeant, Assistant PrincipalRobert M. Yarborough, School Counseling Director..(571) 252-2314John W. Kirby, Athletic Director ..........................(571) 252-2310

21670 Ashburn Road, Ashburn, VA 20147

CARDINAL RIDGE ELEMENTARY.........................(Opens 2014)26155 Bullrun Postoffice Road, Centreville, VA 20120

BUFFALO TRAIL ELEMENTARY........................(703) 722-2780Absentee Phone Line..........................................(703) 722-2781Fax .......................................................................(703) 542-2340Alisa A. Rogaliner, PrincipalElise S. Donaldson, Assistant Principal

42190 Seven Hills Drive, Aldie, VA 20105

ROSA LEE CARTER ELEMENTARY...................(703) 957-4490Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4491Fax .......................................................................(703) 661-8313Michele J. Freeman, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

43330 Loudoun Reserve Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

CATOCTIN ELEMENTARY..................................(571) 252-2940Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2941Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6773Jennifer L. Rueckert, PrincipalAndrew C. Heironimus, Assistant Principal

311 Catoctin Circle, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175

CEDAR LANE ELEMENTARY.............................(571) 252-2120Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2121Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6521Robert L. Marple, PrincipalAnn Y. Hines, Assistant Principal

43700 Tolamac Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147

JOHN CHAMPE HIGH .......................................(703) 722-2680Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 722-2682Fax .......................................................................(703) 723-2681John G. Gabriel, PrincipalJeffrey A. Rounsley, Assistant PrincipalJennifer P. Traina, Assistant PrincipalChristina B. Campbell, School Counseling Director .(703) 722-2687Joseph E. Breinig Jr., Athletic Director...............(703) 722-2690

41535 Sacred Mountain Street, Aldie, VA 20105

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COOL SPRING ELEMENTARY ...........................(571) 252-2890Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2891Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6764Jill D. Broaddus, PrincipalMaria J. Carreras, Assistant Principal

501 Tavistock Drive, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

COUNTRYSIDE ELEMENTARY ..........................(571) 434-3250Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-3251Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-8055Richard L. Rudnick, PrincipalJennifer R. Zecher, Assistant Principal

20624 Countryside Boulevard, Sterling, VA 20165

CREIGHTON’S CORNER ELEMENTARY ...........(703) 957-4480Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4481Fax .......................................................................(703) 327-4164Christopher L. Knott, PrincipalDennis V. Racke, Assistant Principal

23171 Minerva Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

KENNETH W. CULBERT ELEMENTARY............(540) 751-2540Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2541Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-3108Jacquelyn L. Brownell, PrincipalCarolyn F. Clement, Assistant Principal

38180 W. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158

DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY ...............................(571) 252-2370Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2371Fax .......................................................................(703) 858-7032James E. Dallas, PrincipalLisa K. Waldbaum, Assistant Principal

44020 Grace Bridge Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147

DOMINION HIGH...............................................(571) 434-4400Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4404Fax .......................................................................(571) 434-4401Dr. John Brewer, PrincipalJamie M. Braxton, Assistant PrincipalTBA, Assistant PrincipalMichelle L. Quirin, Assistant PrincipalKevin A. Terry, School Counseling Director........(571) 434-4412Joseph C. Fleming, Athletic Director ..................(571) 434-4410

21326 Augusta Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

DOMINION TRAIL ELEMENTARY......................(571) 252-2340Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2342Fax .......................................................................(703) 858-0978Jeffrey M. Joseph, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

44045 Bruceton Mills Circle, Ashburn, VA 20147

DOUGLASS SCHOOL.........................................(571) 252-2060Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2062Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6555Dr. John H. Robinson, PrincipalSherri J. Simmons, Assistant Principal

407 E. Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176

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FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY...........(571) 252-1920Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-1921Fax .......................................................................(571) 258-0595Timothy J. Martino, PrincipalDiane L. Herndon-Wilson, Assistant Principal

510 Principal Drummond Way, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE .....................................(571) 252-2140Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2142Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8977Scott F. Phillips, PrincipalJarrod D. Dungan, Assistant PrincipalDeborah R. Thompson, Assistant Principal

42901 Waxpool Road, Ashburn, VA 20148

EMERICK ELEMENTARY ..................................(540) 751-2440Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2441Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-6876Dawn E. Haddock, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

440 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville, VA 20132

EVERGREEN MILL ELEMENTARY ....................(571) 252-2900Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2901Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8837Michael A. Pellegrino, PrincipalDaniel W. Lani Jr., Assistant Principal

491 Evergreen Mill Road, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

FARMWELL STATION MIDDLE .........................(571) 252-2320Absentee Phone Line......................................... (571) 252-2322Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6495Sherryl D. Loya, PrincipalTonya J. Edwards, Assistant PrincipalRodney H. Farrar, Assistant Principal

44281 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147

FOREST GROVE ELEMENTARY ........................(571) 434-4560Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4561Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-7598Lance C. Pace, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

46245 Forest Ridge Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

FREEDOM HIGH............................................... (703) 957-4300Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4309Fax .......................................................................(703) 542-2086Douglas B. Fulton, PrincipalDawn H. Dickerson, Assistant PrincipalWilliam F. LeMaster Jr., Assistant PrincipalDr. Michelle L. Luttrell, Assistant PrincipalKenneth L. Christopher, School Counseling Director..(703) 957-4307Matthew D. Oblas, Athletic Director ..................(703) 957-4308

25450 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152

GUILFORD ELEMENTARY.................................(571) 434-4550Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4551Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7424David W. Stewart, PrincipalLottie M. Spurlock, Assistant Principal

600 W. Poplar Road, Sterling, VA 20164


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HAMILTON ELEMENTARY.................................(540) 751-2570Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2571Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-6882Teri L. Finn, Principal

54 S. Kerr Street, Hamilton, VA 20158

HARMONY MIDDLE ..........................................(540) 751-2500Absentee Phone Line .........................................(540) 751-2502Fax .......................................................................(540) 751-2501Eric L. Stewart, PrincipalJames A. Hepner, Assistant PrincipalGail L. Lucas, Assistant Principal

38174 W. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158

HARPER PARK MIDDLE...................................(571) 252-2820Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2822Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8867Elizabeth A. Robinson, PrincipalKatie J. Johnson, Assistant PrincipalDonald J. Keener Jr., Assistant Principal

701 Potomac Station Drive, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

HERITAGE HIGH................................................(571) 252-2800Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2802 Fax .......................................................................(571) 252-2801Jeffrey R. Adam, PrincipalRoss S. Armstrong, Assistant PrincipalAdrian E. Powell, Assistant PrincipalKimberly R. Turner, Assistant PrincipalJeannine G. Cummings, School Counseling Director.(571) 252-2816Ronald E. Petrella, Athletic Director...................(571) 252-2810


HILLSBORO ELEMENTARY...............................(540) 751-2560Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2561Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6732David D. Michener, Principal

37110 Charles Town Pike, Purcellville, VA 20132

HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY ...................................(571) 252-2170Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2171 Fax .......................................................................(703) 858-0504Garett E. Brazina, PrincipalMatthew T. Dickersheid, Assistant Principal

43000 Ellzey Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

HORIZON ELEMENTARY...................................(571) 434-3260Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-3261Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7418Jennifer N.S. Ewing, PrincipalChristopher S. Painter, Assistant Principal

46665 Broadmore Drive, Sterling, VA 20165

HUTCHISON FARM ELEMENTARY ...................(703) 957-4350Absentee Phone Line..........................................(703) 957-4351Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-8020Heidi E. Smith, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

42819 Center Street, South Riding, VA 20152

LEESBURG ELEMENTARY................................(571) 252-2860Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2861Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6725Angela D. Robinson, PrincipalRobert W. Mainhart Jr., Assistant Principal

323 Plaza Street, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176www.lcps.org

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LEGACY ELEMENTARY .....................................(703) 957-4425Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4432Fax .......................................................................(703) 542-7193Robert W. Duckworth, PrincipalBrandy M. Crowley, Assistant Principal

22995 Minerva Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

LIBERTY ELEMENTARY ....................................(703) 957-4370Absentee Phone Line..........................................(703) 957-4371Fax .......................................................................(703) 327-5118Paul A. Pack, PrincipalDiane R. Insari, Assistant Principal

25491 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152

LINCOLN ELEMENTARY....................................(540) 751-2430Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2431Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-6862David D. Michener, Principal

18048 Lincoln Road, Purcellville, VA 20132

LITTLE RIVER ELEMENTARY............................(703) 957-4360Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4361Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-8005Julie A. Gross, PrincipalKevin C. Murphy, Assistant Principal

43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, VA 20152

LOUDOUN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE..................(571) 434-4470Fax ........................................................................(571) 434-4471 George J. Wolfe, Science Academy Director Jayne C. Fonash, School Counseling Director

Dominion High School21326 Augusta Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

LOUDOUN COUNTY HIGH .................................(571) 252-2000Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2002Fax .......................................................................(571) 252-2001William E. Oblas, PrincipalAlbert B. Brown, Assistant PrincipalMuriel A. Heanue, Assistant PrincipalMark D. Patterson, Assistant PrincipalDaniel S. Croyle, School Counseling Director....(571) 252-2012Kenneth A. Wright, Athletic Director ..................(571) 252-2010

415 Dry Mill Road, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175

LOUDOUN VALLEY HIGH ..................................(540) 751-2400Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2402Fax .......................................................................(540) 751-2401Susan A. Ross, PrincipalVicki J. Dorsey, Assistant PrincipalSamuel C. Gross, Assistant PrincipalStephanie A. Teaque, Assistant PrincipalLeeAnne F. Johnson, School Counseling Director ...(540) 751-2407Kristopher K. Kelican, Athletic Director .............(540) 751-2410

340 N. Maple Avenue, Purcellville, VA 20132

LOVETTSVILLE ELEMENTARY ..........................(540) 751-2470Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(540) 751-2471Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6703Kimberly A. Forcino, PrincipalKelly M. Meisenzahl, Assistant Principal

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LOWES ISLAND ELEMENTARY.........................(571) 434-4450Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4451Fax .......................................................................(703) 430-6355Bruce W. Shafferman, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

20755 Whitewater Drive, Sterling, VA 20165

LUCKETTS ELEMENTARY .................................(571) 252-2070Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2071Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6692Brenda M. Blue, Principal

14550 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg, VA 20176

J. MICHAEL LUNSFORD MIDDLE.....................(703) 722-2660Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 722-2662Fax .......................................................................(703) 327-2420Neil C. Slevin, PrincipalJennifer L. Brooks, Assistant PrincipalKathryn M. Garvey, Assistant Principal

26020 Ticonderoga Road, Chantilly, VA 20152

MEADOWLAND ELEMENTARY.........................(571) 434-4440Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4441Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7435Laura J. Seck, PrincipalJeanie K. Showalter, Assistant Principal

729 Sugarland Run Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

MERCER MIDDLE.............................................(703) 957-4340Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4342Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-8068Robert J. Phillips, PrincipalNicholas Cottone, Assistant PrincipalCarrie A. Simms, Assistant Principal

42149 Greenstone Drive, Aldie, VA 20105

MIDDLEBURG ELEMENTARY...........................(540) 751-2490Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2491Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6682Shawn M. Lyons, Principal

101 N. Madison Street, Middleburg, VA 20117

MILL RUN ELEMENTARY..................................(571) 252-2160Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2162Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8932Paul L. Vickers, PrincipalJohn T. Cornely, Assistant Principal

42940 Ridgeway Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

MONROE TECHNOLOGY CENTER ....................(571) 252-2080Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2081Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6563Wagner B. Grier, PrincipalAyodele O. Okeowo, Assistant PrincipalStacie M. Ahrens-Mininberg, Placement CoordinatorMichelle L. Trudel, School Counselor ................(571) 252-2086

715 Childrens Center Road, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175

MOOREFIELD STATION ELEMENTARY ............(571) 252-2380Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2381Fax.......................................................................(703) 729-6404Karen D. Roche, PrincipalMichael S. Stine, Assistant Principal

22325 Mooreview Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20148

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MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY .....................(540) 751-2550Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2551Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-0821Douglas R. Martin, PrincipalBradford A. Toohill, Assistant Principal

36803 Allder School Road, Purcellville, VA 20132

NEWTON-LEE ELEMENTARY ............................(571) 252-1535Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-1539Fax .......................................................................(571) 223-0793Carol A. Winters, PrincipalChristopher J. Cadwell, Assistant Principal

43335 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147

PARK VIEW HIGH..............................................(571) 434-4500Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4502Fax .......................................................................(571) 434-4501Dr. Virginia M. Minshew, PrincipalJennifer L. Piccolomini, Assistant PrincipalVictor L. Powell, Assistant PrincipalTroy S. Washington, Assistant PrincipalAnthony A. Bauer, School Counseling Director.......(571) 434-4507Jason S. Testerman, Athletic Director ................(571) 434-4510

400 W. Laurel Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164

PINEBROOK ELEMENTARY..............................(703) 957-4325Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4330Fax .......................................................................(703) 542-7178Paul G. Thiessen Jr., PrincipalDaryl A. Rodgers, Assistant Principal

25480 Mindful Court, Aldie, VA 20105

POTOMAC FALLS HIGH ....................................(571) 434-3200Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-3202Fax .......................................................................(571) 434-3201Dr. Elizabeth A. Noto, PrincipalKirk A. Dolson, Assistant PrincipalKelly G. Hayes, Assistant PrincipalJarvis O. Weeks, Assistant PrincipalTamara L. Christman, School Counseling Director ..(571) 434-3204Michael I. Sipe, Athletic Director ........................(571) 434-3210

46400 Algonkian Parkway, Potomac Falls, VA 20165

POTOWMACK ELEMENTARY............................(571) 434-3270Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 434-3271Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-7526Jennifer M. Rule, PrincipalBrian J. Blubaugh, Assistant Principal

46465 Esterbrook Circle, Sterling, VA 20165

FRANCES HAZEL REID ELEMENTARY.............(571) 252-2050Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2051Fax .......................................................................(703) 669-1469Brenda G. Jochems, PrincipalEllen M. McGraw, Assistant Principal

800 North King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176

RIVER BEND MIDDLE.......................................(571) 434-3220Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-3222Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7578Bennett P. Lacy, PrincipalLaShanté C. Knight, Assistant PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

46240 Algonkian Parkway, Sterling, VA 20165


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RIVERSIDE HIGH ..................................................(Opens 2015)19019 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176

ROLLING RIDGE ELEMENTARY........................(571) 434-4540Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 434-4541Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7442Andrew J. Davis, PrincipalKimberly A. Comrie, Assistant Principal

500 E. Frederick Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

ROCK RIDGE HIGH (Opens 2014) ...................(571) 367-4100John M. Duellman, Principal

43460 Loudoun Reserve Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

ROUND HILL ELEMENTARY .............................(540) 751-2450Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2451Fax .......................................................................(540) 338-6834Nancy E. McManus, PrincipalKirsten L. O’Hara, Assistant Principal

17115 Evening Star Drive, Round Hill, VA 20141

SANDERS CORNER ELEMENTARY ..................(571) 252-2250Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2252Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6614Michael J. Jacques, PrincipalElizabeth M. Cipriano, Assistant Principal

43100 Ashburn Farm Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147

SELDENS LANDING ELEMENTARY ..................(571) 252-2260Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2262Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8953Tracy L. Stephens, PrincipalJudy E. Burton, Assistant Principal

43345 Coton Commons Drive, Leesburg, VA 20176

SENECA RIDGE MIDDLE ..................................(571) 434-4420Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4422Fax.......................................................................(703) 444-7567Mark L. McDermott, PrincipalCynthia B. Lewis, Assistant PrincipalBrenda S. Patton, Assistant Principal

98 Seneca Ridge Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

J.L. SIMPSON MIDDLE .....................................(571) 252-2840Absentee Phone Line......................................... (571) 252-2842Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6643Chad D. Runfola, PrincipalTina M. Carpenter, Assistant Principal Katrina S. Smith, Assistant Principal


SMART’S MILL MIDDLE ...................................(571) 252-2030Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2032Fax .......................................................................(571) 252-2043William Y. Waldman, PrincipalPatricia A. O’Connell, Assistant PrincipalDavid E. Shaffer, Assistant Principal

850 North King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176

STERLING ELEMENTARY..................................(571) 434-4580Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4581Fax .......................................................................(703) 450-1583Jennifer M. Scott, PrincipalAdam D. Orton, Assistant Principal

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STERLING MIDDLE ...........................................(571) 434-4520Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4522Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7492Nereida C. Gonzalez-Sales, PrincipalElena M. Barham, Assistant PrincipalJoseph A. Guinther, Assistant Principal

201 W. Holly Avenue, Sterling, VA 20164

STONE BRIDGE HIGH .......................................(571) 252-2200Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2202Fax .......................................................................(571) 252-2201James E. Person, PrincipalSheila R. Alzate, Assistant PrincipalJoseph A. Gabalski, Assistant Principal Matthew R. Wilburn, Assistant PrincipalRobert T. Lucas, School Counseling Director ....(571) 252-2214David J. Hembach, Athletic Director...................(571) 252-2210

43100 Hay Road, Ashburn, VA 20147

STONE HILL MIDDLE ........................................(703) 957-4420Absentee Phone Line .........................................(703) 957-4422Fax .......................................................................(571) 223-0585TBA, PrincipalJodi L. Day, Assistant PrincipalWilliam R. Gulgert, Assistant Principal

23415 Evergreen Ridge Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148

SUGARLAND ELEMENTARY .............................(571) 434-4460Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 434-4461Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7463TBA, Principal Janice M. Jennings, Assistant Principal

65 Sugarland Run Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

SULLY ELEMENTARY ........................................(571) 434-4570Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 434-4571Fax .......................................................................(703) 444-7473Colleen M. O’Neill, PrincipalShontel D. Simon, Assistant Principal

300 Circle Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

SYCOLIN CREEK ELEMENTARY .......................(571) 252-2910Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2911Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-9616Derek A. Racino, PrincipalLinda M. Textoris, Assistant Principal

21100 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg, VA 20175

JOHN W. TOLBERT JR. ELEMENTARY ..............(571) 252-2870Absentee Phone Line ..........................................(571) 252-2871Fax .......................................................................(703) 779-8989Elaine M. Layman, PrincipalTBA, Assistant Principal

691 Potomac Station Drive, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

TRAILSIDE MIDDLE (Opens 2014) ..................(571) 252-2280Bridget M. Beichler, Principal

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TUSCARORA HIGH............................................(571) 252-1900Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-1902Fax .......................................................................(571) 252-1901 Pamela Paul-Jacobs, PrincipalDenise A. Coon, Assistant PrincipalJustin K. Martin, Assistant PrincipalRichard B. Rovang Jr., Assistant PrincipalGabrielle D. Carpenter, School Counseling Director .(571) 252-1907Derek W. Farrey, Athletic Director ......................(571) 252-1910

801 N. King Street, Leesburg, VA 20176

WATERFORD ELEMENTARY.............................(540) 751-2460Absentee Phone Line..........................................(540) 751-2461Fax .......................................................................(703) 771-6662Dr. Ricardy J. Anderson, Principal

15513 Loyalty Road, Waterford, VA 20197

STEUART W. WELLER ELEMENTARY...............(571) 252-2360Absentee Phone Line..........................................(571) 252-2361Fax .......................................................................(571) 223-2282Janet A. Platenberg, PrincipalMonica A. Kissel, Assistant Principal

20700 Marblehead Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147

WOODGROVE HIGH ..........................................(540) 751-2600Absentee Phone Line .........................................(540) 751-2602Fax .......................................................................(540) 751-2601 William S. Shipp, PrincipalDaryl P. Cummings, Assistant PrincipalRenée M. Dawson, Assistant PrincipalTimothy G. Panagos, Assistant PrincipalGeri M. Fiore, School Counseling Director ........(540) 751-2607Theodore R. Lowery, Athletic Director ...............(540) 751-2610

36811 Allder School Road, Purcellville, VA 20132

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES..............................(571) 252-1000Metro ................................................................(703) 689-160021000 Education Court, Ashburn, VA 20148

SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE...........................(571) 252-1020Dr. Edgar B. Hatrick, SuperintendentChristine E. Coleman, Clerk of the School BoardStephen L. DeVita, Division Counsel

DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE............(571) 252-1030Ned D. Waterhouse, Deputy SuperintendentBrenda L. Allen, Building Coordinator................(571) 252-1130

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE.......................(571) 252-1040Wayde B. Byard, Public Information OfficerIvy M. Allen, Public Information CoordinatorW. Bent Ferrell, Internet Content ManagerDenver A. Peschken, Internet Content & Video Production Assistant

INSTRUCTION ...................................................(571) 252-1300Sharon D. Ackerman, Assistant Superintendent

ATHLETICS ........................................................(571) 252-1451Les W. Cummings, Athletic Supervisor

CAREER AND TECHNICAL & ADULT ED ..........(571) 252-1070Shirley L. Bazdar, Director Cara L. LeGrys, Supervisor Irene C. Riordan, Adult Ed. Coordinator.............(571) 252-2119

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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION ..................(571) 252-1320Dr. Angela Gwynne-Atwater, Director


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ART....................................................................(571) 252-1580Melissa A. Pagano-Kumpf, Supervisor

ENGLISH............................................................(571) 252-1330Michele Schmidt Moore, Supervisor David L. Arbogast, Specialist

HEALTH, PE & DRIVER EDUCATION ................(571) 252-1430Sheila J. Jones, Supervisor

KINDERGARTEN, READING, ANDSTEP PRE-SCHOOL .............................................(571) 252-1380

Dr. Dianne S. Kinkead, Supervisor

MATH.................................................................(571) 252-1340Su Chuang, SupervisorMichelle L. Crouse, Specialist

MUSIC ...............................................................(571) 252-1420Michael E. Pierson, SupervisorElaine P. Stanford, Specialist

PATHWAYS TO READING & WRITING ............. (571) 252-1468Dr. Lori T. Riley, Supervisor

SCIENCE ...........................................................(571) 252-1360Odette D. Scovel, SupervisorJennifer Hodges Chang, Specialist

SOCIAL SCIENCE AND GLOBAL STUDIES .......(571) 252-1370William F. Brazier, SupervisorPatricia L. Coggins, Specialist

WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES ...........(571) 252-1410Suzette F. Wyhs, SupervisorAngelica L. Goetz, Specialist

STAFF DEVELOPMENT .....................................(571) 252-1459John P. O’Connor, Supervisor

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (K-5)......................(571) 252-1290Dr. W. Michael Martin, DirectorTBA, Supervisor

MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION (6-8) ................(571) 252-1090Barbara P. Nichols, Director

HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION (9-12) ...................(571) 252-1160David A. Spage, Director

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES.............................(571) 252-1060Timothy J. Flynn, Director

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS PROGRAM (ELL) ................................................(571) 252-1390

Teresa A. Vignaroli, SupervisorAdina Popa, School Improvement & Accountability Specialist

FEDERAL PROGRAMS .................................... (571) 252-1080Evonne C. Irondi, Supervisor

GIFTED PROGRAM ...........................................(571) 252-1440Julia B. Kelly, Supervisor

HEAD START .....................................................(571) 252-2110Carol M. Basham, Coordinator


OUTREACH/INTERPRETER PROGRAM...........(571) 252-1460Wendall T. Fisher, SupervisorInterpreters, Parent Liaisonswww.lcps.org

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TECHNOLOGY & LIBRARY RESOURCE INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE CENTER .........(571) 252-1470

Lynn G. McNally, SupervisorBarbara L. Gruber, Technology Resource SpecialistMatthew F. Thompson, Library Technology SpecialistLisa M. Shacklette, Library Media Specialist....(540) 751-2595

Round Hill Center

RESEARCH........................................................(571) 252-1310Dr. Ryan L. Tyler, DirectorDerek S. Kaufman, School Improvement & Student Achievement

Program CoordinatorDr. Virginia C. Patterson, School Improvement &

Accountability Specialist

TESTING ............................................................(540) 751-2590Leigh A. Bennett, SupervisorBrandie Millar, Specialist

Round Hill Center

ROUND HILL CENTER.......................................(540) 751-259020 High Street, Round Hill, VA 20141

STAFF TRAINING CENTER................................(571) 252-210043711 Partlow Road, Ashburn, VA 20147

DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ...(571) 252-2135Dr. Rich A. Contartesi, Assistant Superintendent

TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS & SUPPORT........(571) 252-2105Michael D. Larson, DirectorSandra R. Lenga, Supervisor of Technology OperationsBrian W. Magurn, Supervisor of Technology Support


INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ........................(571) 252-1018Rachel E. Johnson, Supervisor

TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS.....(571) 252-1230Ursula D. Dixit, DirectorAaron M. Smith, Supervisor of Technology Systems & InfrastructureDon L. Bell, Supervisor of Applications Development

PERSONNEL SERVICES ...................................(571) 252-1100Dr. Kimberly L. Hough, Assistant Superintendent

Larry W. Hopson, Director of Personnel Services, Elementary & SupportDr. Asia R. Jones, Director of Personnel Services, SecondaryStephanie P. Knott, Personnel Specialist, Elementary SchoolJay L. Longerbeam, Personnel Specialist, Middle SchoolKristi L. Hurd, Personnel Supervisor, High SchoolChristopher G. Bennett, Personnel Supervisor, Support ServicesGinger U. Kave, Coordinator, Mentor & Coaching

ELEMENTARY & SUPPORT...............................(571) 252-1643SECONDARY......................................................(571) 252-1655TEACHER MENTORING ....................................(571) 252-1599


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PLANNING & LEGISLATIVE SERVICES ............(571) 252-1050Dr. Sam C. Adamo, Executive Director

Sara Howard-O’Brien, Land Management SupervisorBeverly I. Tate, Planning Supervisor Susan N. Hembach, Supervisor GIS PlanningVicki N. Keegan, Planning AnalystDonna M. Torraca, Planning Assistant

BUSINESS & FINANCIAL SERVICES................(571) 252-1400E. Leigh Burden, Assistant SuperintendentDianne D. Blackwell, Coordinator

BUDGET ............................................................(571) 252-1250Janet E. Gorski, Director

PROCUREMENT/RISK MANAGEMENT ...........(571) 252-1270Andrea L. Philyaw, SupervisorKelly N. Briner, Risk ManagerDawn F. Taylor, Coordinator

FINANCIAL SERVICES......................................(571) 252-1190Thomas C. Yetter, DirectorArturo R. Rosado, Coordinator

ACCOUNTING OPERATIONS.............................(571) 252-1220Ellen L. Loss, Supervisor

HEALTH, WELLNESS AND BENEFITS PROGRAMS.....................................(571) 252-1240

Michele D. Kovach, Coordinator

PAYROLL ...........................................................(571) 252-1260Rhonda G. Phillip, Supervisor

RETIREMENT & DISABILITY PROGRAMS.......(571) 252-1240Carol A. Edwards, Supervisor

DEPARTMENT OF PUPIL SERVICES................(571) 252-1200Dr. Mary V. Kealy, Assistant Superintendent.....(571) 252-1022

SPECIAL PERMISSION, HOME INSTRUCTIONAND RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION ........................(571) 252-1200

TBA, Pupil Services Coordinator

OFFICE OF DIAGNOSTIC AND PREVENTION SERVICES................................(571) 252-1013

John J. Lody, Director

DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES ...................................(571) 252-1013Heather R. Applegate, SupervisorKristin H. McGraw, Early Intervening SpecialistEducational Diagnosticians, Psychologists

ELIGIBILITY SERVICES.....................................(571) 252-1016

OFFICE OF STUDENT SERVICES .....................(571) 252-1012Dr. Suzanne M. Jimenez, Director

SCHOOL COUNSELING .....................................(571) 252-1017Marilyn A. Jackson, SupervisorBeth A. Doyle, SpecialistChristopher D. Clarke, CAMPUS Program Manager

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STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES...........................(571) 252-1017Nancy M. Markley, SupervisorResource Nurses

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES .......................(571) 252-1014Allyne L. Zappalla, SupervisorSuzanne B. Petersen, Substance Abuse Prevention CoordinatorSchool Social Workers

ATTENDANCE & HOMEBOUND SERVICES ......(571) 252-1015Jillian F. Sigmon, Supervisor

OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION ....................(571) 252-1011 Mary M. Kearney, Director

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES .....................(571) 252-1011Special Education SupervisorsDeborah M. Dupree, Special Education Coordinator

AUTISM .............................................................(571) 252-1011Katherine L. Burns, Specialist

BEHAVIOR SUPPORT........................................(571) 252-1011Stefanie LaPolla, CoordinatorAlison C. Lyons, SpecialistMichelle L. Scales, Specialist

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING........................(571) 252-1011Dr. Eileen F. McCartin, Specialist

EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION......(571) 252-1011Lori A. Padgett, Specialist

IEP .....................................................................(571) 252-1011Diane R. Newcomer, Coordinator

MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE....................(571) 252-1011Elma L. Allen, Specialist

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY .................................(571) 252-2111Mark E. Nichols, Supervisor

RELATED SERVICES .........................................(571) 252-1011Michele Wiley, Supervisor

CHILD FIND.......................................................(571) 252-2180Ann D. Mulhall, Child Find Coordinator

20 Union Street, NW, Leesburg, 20176

PARENT RESOURCE CENTER..........................(571) 252-2185Allyson B. Pate, Teacher

20 Union Street, NW, Leesburg, 20176

SUPPORT SERVICES ........................................(571) 252-1150Kevin L. Lewis, PE, Assistant Superintendent...(571) 252-1385

FOOD SERVICES ...............................................(571) 252-1010Jinny S. Demastes, Supervisor

SUPPORT SERVICES ........................................(571) 252-1385LaRue D. Broadhurst, Coordinator


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DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION .................(571) 252-1161Raymond L. Meeker Jr., DirectorRobert Anthony “Tony” McGraw, Construction SupervisorRuth E. Green, Construction CoordinatorGregory A. Miller, Site/Building Plan ReviewerGary Van Alstyne, Civil Engineer

TRANSPORTATION ............................................(571) 252-1700Alvin E. Hampton IV, DirectorFrancine R. Furby, Supervisor

42000 Loudoun Center Place, SE, Leesburg, 20175

SAFETY & SECURITY ........................................(571) 252-1740Suzanne G. Devlin, SupervisorDoug W. Murphy, Coordinator

42000 Loudoun Center Place, SE, Leesburg, 20175

FACILITIES SERVICES ......................................(571) 252-2960TBA, Director James C. Compher, SupervisorWally W. Gage, Custodial Operations SupervisorKen L. Miller, Facilities Operations SupervisorMartin Nowakowski, Facility Support Contract Manager

1002-C Sycolin Road, SE, Leesburg, 20175

ENERGY EDUCATION ........................................(571) 252-2960Michael J. Barancewicz, SpecialistJohn R. Lord, Specialist

1002-C Sycolin Road, SE, Leesburg, 20175

DISTRIBUTION CENTER ...................................(571) 252-2980Kenneth W. Peebles, Coordinator

1002-A Sycolin Road, SE, Leesburg, 20175

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2013-2014 SCHOOL CALENDAR

2013-2014 SCHOOL CALENDARSept. 3.....................................................First Day of School for Students

Oct. 14..................................................................Holiday (Columbus Day)

Nov. 1 ......................................................................End of Grading Period

Nov. 4-5 ............ Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Days)

Nov. 27-29..............................................................Holiday (Thanksgiving)

Dec. 23-27/30-31.............................................................WINTER BREAK

Jan. 1 ...................(Classes resume Jan. 2) .............Holiday (New Year’s)

Jan. 20 ..............................................Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

Jan. 24.....................................................................End of Grading Period

Jan. 27 ........................................................*MOVEABLE Student Holiday

Feb. 17 ...............................................................Holiday (Presidents’ Day)

March 28.................................................................End of Grading Period

March 31 .............Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Day)

April 14-18 .........................................................................SPRING BREAK

May 26 ..................................................................Holiday (Memorial Day)

June 13.............Last Day of School for Students/End of Grading Period

* Date of moveable student holiday/teacher workday between first and second semesters may change, if the school calendar changes due to inclement weather or other emergencies. Parents with childcare or other scheduling concerns should be prepared.

EMERGENCY CLOSINGSWhen conditions require school closings or early dismissal of

students, announcements will be given to the following radio andTV stations and the LCPS website, www.lcps.org:

WTOP 103.5 FM/103.9 FM WRC TV 4WINC 92.5 FM WTTG TV 5WMAL 630 AM WJLA TV 7WTOP 1500 AM WUSA TV 9

News Channel 8

For early dismissals, parents will be informed using the ConnectEd® phone and e-mail system and the Loudoun Alerte-mail system if they have signed up for it. LCPS will be using analert system offered by Loudoun County. Parents can register to receive automatic e-mail updates through the LCPS website atwww.lcps.org for up-to-the-minute school status regarding closings,delays, early dismissals, and special circumstances.

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GRADUATION CEREMONIES

Graduation CeremoniesJune 9, 7:00 p.m. Monroe Technology Center Graduation

at Heritage High School

June 13, 7:30 p.m. Loudoun Academy of Science Graduationat School Administration Building

June 15, 2:00 p.m. Dominion High School Graduationat Dominion High School Stadium

June 15, 2:00 p.m. Broad Run High School Graduationat George Mason University Patriot Center

June 15, 7:00 p.m. Freedom High School Graduationat George Mason University Patriot Center

June 15, 7:30 p.m. Heritage High School Graduationat Heritage High School Stadium

June 16, 9:00 a.m. Loudoun Valley High School Graduation at Leonard Stadium, Loudoun Valley High School

June 16, 10:00 a.m. Tuscarora High School Graduationat Tuscarora High School Stadium

June 16, 10:00 a.m. Park View High School Graduationat George Mason University Patriot Center

June 16, 2:00 p.m. John Champe High School Graduation atJohn Champe High School

June 16, 2:00 p.m. Stone Bridge High School Graduationat George Mason University Patriot Center

June 16, 7:00 p.m. Briar Woods High School Graduationat George Mason University Patriot Center

June 17, 8:00 a.m. Loudoun County High School GraduationFront Lawn, Loudoun County High School

June 17, 8:00 a.m. Woodgrove High School Graduationat Woodgrove High School Stadium

June 17, 9:00 a.m. Potomac Falls High School Graduaton atPotomac Falls High School Stadium

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