Lt. Col. Brian Shiozawa hugs his daughter during an event at Fort Belvoir Elementary School.

Excellence Is at a Crossroads

Fairfax County residents believe in the value of a strong public school system. Residents live here because of the excellence of Fairfax County Public Schools, even our community members with grown children. Excellence in FCPS comes from its people — dedicated teachers and support staff who make sure that our students are ready to learn. Today, that excellence is at a crossroads.

The County Board of Supervisors will finalize the budget on May 6. The current advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million. The current advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million.

Now is the time. Do we want continued excellence, or are we ready to consider cuts to important programs that we have come to expect from FCPS? 

Do you believe in the power and promise of public education? Go to fcps.edu/crossroads to learn more, including ways that you can share your thoughts about the county budget before the vote.