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Mason District Community,

Our students have entered the final quarter of the school year and to that end, this newsletter is to share important information, dates of upcoming Board action and events. 

In a short few months, our seniors will be making their way across the stage as graduates and should be very proud of this incredible accomplishment. Whether their path winds through military service, full time employment, college/university enrollment, or another venture, I wish them much success in their future endeavors. I look forward to celebrating with our students and their families and friends during the commencement ceremonies this June.

Mason District Graduation Schedule:

• Annandale High School, June 8 - 7:00 p.m., Eagle Bank Arena
• Bryant High School & AIM, June 1 - 5:00 p.m., Bryant HS
• Cedar Lane School, June 2 - noon, Cedar Lane School
• Edison High School, June 6 - 7:00 p.m., Eagle Bank Arena
• Fairfax County Adult HS, June 12 - 5:30 p.m., TJHSST
• Falls Church High School, June 3 - 9:00 a.m., Eagle Bank Arena
• Interagency Alternative School, June 3 - 5:00 p.m., Bryant HS
• Thomas Jefferson HSST, June 6 - 7:00 p.m., Eagle Bank Arena
• Justice High School, June 8 - 2:00 p.m., Eagle Bank Arena
• Key Center, June 1 - 9:00 a.m., Key Center
• Kilmer Center, June 5 - 10:30 a.m., Kilmer Center
• Mountain View HS & AIM, June 2 - 5:00 p.m., Centreville HS
• Pulley Center, June 5 - noon, West Potomac HS 
• Quander Road School, June 1 - 2:00 p.m., Quander Road
• Woodson High School, June 4 - 9:00 a.m., Eagle Bank Arena

I value input from the Mason District community and will address questions or concerns via email at rjanderson@fcps.edu or by scheduling a phone call with Ms. Coffey, at cmcoffey@fcps.edu.

Please share your feedback on the upcoming Board action item below. 

Upcoming Board Action

Strategic Plan Goal 4: Equitable Access and Opportunity

The Superintendent presented the SY 2025-26 Goal 4: Equitable Access and Opportunity report to the Board at the April 7 Work Session. The School Board is scheduled to vote on Strategic Plan Goal 4 at the April 23, 2026 School Board meeting. 

The 2025-26 Goal 4 annual report examines progress in five areas: 

1. Availability of, accessibility to, and student enrollment in coursework in the arts, STEAM, career and technical education, trades, technology, and world languages (4A); 
2. Availability of and enrollment in advanced, rigorous coursework and programs (K-12) (4B);
3. Student access to and participation in formalized systems of early intervention, academic and other supports, including special education services and services for Multilingual learners (4C);
4. Disproportionality in course-taking patterns and participation in inclusive settings (4D); and
5. Consistent availability of and accessibility to electives, extracurricular, co-curricular, and enrichment activities (4E).

Key Findings show that:

• Advanced and career preparatory courses can help students find success after graduation;
• While 82% of graduating seniors in 2025 successfully completed college-level coursework or earned CTE Completer status, rates have declined from baseline;
• Most seniors graduate with college-level coursework (73%) and academic intensity in core subjects (74%); and
• In SY 2025-26, FCPS is focused on preparing students for advanced courses before they enter high school, revising scheduling and academic advising practices, and encouraging courses/credentials that help students signal their postsecondary readiness.

My continuing concerns regarding Goal 4 center on the persistent achievement gaps that exists in the Senior Cohort who Earned a C- or Higher in at Least one AP/IB/DE or Other 1.0 Weighted Course Before Graduating as indicated by Figure 6 on page 11 (and below).  

I am also concerned about the Percent of Students Meeting Academic Intensity as indicated by Figure 11 on page 16 (and below). There is much work to be done to ensure that all students are able to access the opportunities provided by FCPS in support of post-secondary success.

I invite you to review the presentation and report and provide your feedback.

Events and Opportunities

Boundary Study Meetings

When the School Board approved boundary changes in January 2026, the Superintendent identified several “hot spots” for additional review and community engagement. The process to gather input from these communities begins this month with Community Boundary Study Meetings. Two of these areas involve the Mason District. Please mark your calendars to ensure that your input is received on this important matter. You may participate in person or virtually.

Bren Mar Park ES

Date/Time: April 24, 2026 at 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Location:  Edison High

Registration: Register to attend in person or virtually.

Learn more about the Bren Mar Park Boundary Study.

Glasgow MS, Beech Tree ES, Belvedere ES

Date/Time: April 28, 2026 at 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location; Falls Church HS

Registration: Register to attend in person or virtually. 

Learn more about the Glasgow MS Boundary Study.

Community Conversations with Dr. Reid The Community Conversations with Dr. Reid are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions about all matters that impact the experience of Fairfax County Public Schools students. Two spring meetings remain and will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on:  Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but it helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.

Middle School VIP Camp FCPS and Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (DNCS) offer a 5-week camp for rising middle school students! Campers will have participate in sports, games, fitness, art, and STEM activities in a safe environment. The program is led by FCPS After-School and DNCS Teen/Community Center Staff. Location: Glasgow Middle School Dates/Time:: July 1 - 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (early drop-off available at 8 a.m.) Transportation: Bus transportation from feeder middle schools (Holmes, Jackson, Kilmer, Poe, and Thoreau) and other selected stops is available Cost: $100 plus field trip fees (after-school specialist can assist with free/reduced fees) Space is limited and registration is now open!

Mason District Theatre

Summer Learning Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and
Fine and Performing Arts Camps

Career and Technical Education camps and Fine and Performing Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals. New this year: Aftercare registration is available for these camps from 2 - 5 p.m. 

• Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) (Grades K-5)
• Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) (Grades K-5)
• CTE Summer Academy (CSA) (Grades 6-11) 
• Institute for the Arts (IFTA) (Grades 6-11) 
• Production Camp (Grades 6-11)

Economics and Personal Finance

Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. Students are able to work independently to complete the requirements of this course. Completing this course during the summer, especially for rising freshmen or sophomores can serve to free their schedule for other electives or courses during the school year. 

Taking this class during the summer carries a fee of $130, but reduced rates are available for eligible students. Registration is currently open and will close on June 5th. 

Summer Online Campus

Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s online campus program. Students must register by Friday, June 5. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.

Upcoming School Board Meetings

Registration for individuals interested in speaking at a Regular School Board Meeting opens at 8 a.m. four business day before the meeting (usually a Friday) and closes 48 hours before the meeting (usually 7 p.m. on a Tuesday). A total of 16 speaker slots are available for each meeting – a random lottery process is used if this number is exceeded. Please see the Community Participation webpage for additional details.

Regular School Board Meetings (Luther Jackson Middle School)

• April 23, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
• May 7, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.: School Board will vote to approve the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R).

Work Sessions (Gatehouse Administration Center)

• May 5, 2026 at 11:30 a.m.: The School Board will discuss the Skyview HS Boundary and the School Year Calendar.
• May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.: The School Board will discuss the FY2027 Budget.

Public Hearing (Luther Jackson Middle School)

• May 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.: FY2027 Budget

All meetings will be broadcast live on Channel 99 (Verizon channel 11) and on the FCPS website. The meetings are recorded for future viewing and posted to the FCPS School Board YouTube channel.

Would you like to share your ideas and concerns with the School Board and staff?