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April 2026 Military Families Newsletter |
Every April, the spotlight shines brightly on our military-connected youth as Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and communities come together to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MOMC).
Children of service members show their unwavering support for their parents and guardians throughout the challenges and sacrifices of military life. Their commitment to supporting their service member(s) deserves not just recognition but celebration.
Throughout April, FCPS schools will celebrate MOMC through various special events and activities to recognize military-connected youth. One of the most visible displays of support for military-connected youth (MCY) occurs on Purple Up! Day, a day dedicated to showing appreciation by wearing purple (representing the combined colors of all branches of the military).
Please join FCPS for Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as we proudly wear purple as a sign of our appreciation.
To learn more about MOMC and Purple up! Day activities, please contact your school.
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FCPS is excited to celebrate the Month of the Military Child with a good, old-fashioned field day!
We invite all military-connected families with FCPS students to a special field day to honor our military-connected children.
Join us for an afternoon of fun and community at Annandale High School on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m.
Enjoy field day games and crafts at the football and track stadium. Food and beverages will be available for purchase to support various FCPS school clubs and organizations. This is a great opportunity to connect with other military families across the division!
Getting to Know Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS): A Military Family Orientation
Military families new to FCPS or moving to FCPS soon may attend this interactive presentation. Families will learn about:
- FCPS programs, school staff, and digital resources
- Strategies to support student success
- Early enrollment for military families
- The Military Interstate Compact
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Register |
| Tuesday, April 14 |
6 to 7 p.m. |
Zoom |
Register here |
 Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council - Thursday, April 30, 2026
FCPS’ Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council provides a space for military-connected family members from across the division to provide critical feedback on their experiences within FCPS. The Advisory Council meets quarterly with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid, and serves as a unique opportunity for military families to share insights and concerns directly with school leadership.
The Council will meet Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Gatehouse Café, Gatehouse Administrative Center (8115 Gatehouse Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042-1203).
Follow FCPS Military Families on Social Media
Stay up-to-date on all of our latest events, workshops, and resources to support our FCPS military families by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
For more information on FCPS military resources, please email militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
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