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Military Families Newsletter
March 2026
Purple Up! Items Available for Purchase
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. The color purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! items include:
- T-shirts
- Hoodies
- Pajama pants
- Keychains
- Yard signs
These items are available for purchase now through Monday, March 9, 2026, through Custom Ink. The items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our over 14,000 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
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Getting to Know Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS): A Military Family Orientation - Tuesday, March 10, 2026, and Thursday, March 12, 2026
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
This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m., and Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please fill out this Google form to register and receive the Zoom link.
Bridges to Success - Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The Bridges to Success Networking Career and Education Fair will be held at the National Museum of the United States Army on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. A session for adults will be held from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. This event is open to transitioning service members, military spouses, dependents, and veterans looking to pursue their career and education goals. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with local area employers offering certification programs, jobs, apprenticeships, fellowships, and paid internships. Participants will also be able to engage with post-secondary institutions to learn about professional development opportunities. With a variety of exhibitors, attendees can explore diverse pathways to success. To register, please visit Bridges to Success.
Preparing for Your PCS Virtual Workshop - March 24, 2026
It’s PCS season! We want to help you prepare for your move, so your child’s transition to their next school is a little easier. FCPS Family & School Partnerships staff and Fort Belvoir School Liaison Officers (SLOs) will explain:
- How to withdraw from FCPS
- How to obtain unofficial student records from your current school
- How to connect with the SLO at your next duty station
This virtual event will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. Please fill out this Google form to register and receive the Zoom link.
Military Family Field Day - Saturday, April 18, 2026
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 (4700 Medford Dr, Annandale, VA 22003) 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! To RSVP, please complete this Google form by Friday, March 27, 2026.
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♥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.
Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity, and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any enrichment opportunity before participating.
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