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August 24: 1st Day of School
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August 27: 1st Day of Pre - K School
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September 1: LSES Back-to-School Night from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
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September 4/September 7: Labor Day Holiday. School is closed for staff and students.
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September 15: Dot Day
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September 21: Yom Kippur (No School)
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October 1: Fall Picture Day
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- Principal Message
- School Supply Lists
- Early Release Wednesday
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Principal Message
Good afternoon Lorton Station families,
It is hard to believe that in four days we will begin a new school year. We are getting ready to start our 2026-2027 school year, and I could not be more excited to welcome Lorton Station students back to school. I am looking forward to serving your children and working collaboratively to make this school year the very best! Get ready for a fantastic year!
Please review all the information in this email; there is a lot to communicate.
Cellphone and Smart Device Policy (New FCPS)
Across all grade levels, FCPS new cellphone policy is that cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as airpods, earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., backpacks) for the duration of the school day: bell to bell.
While this is not a change from last year, students and families are also reminded that students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms unless there is a medical necessity or emergency, and that cellphones are not permitted to be used as instructional tool.
Please review additional information on the policy on the FCPS website: https://www.fcps.edu/cellphone-policy
New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System
FCPS is launching a new bus navigation system that includes student ID cards for bus riders. Students will use the cards to tap on and off the bus, helping FCPS and families know exactly which students are riding which buses. Learn more about the new system and how it will improve route efficiency, safety, and transparency with families. Check out the frequently asked questions for families.
Early Release Wednesdays
Lorton Station has FOUR Early Release Wednesdays, when school ends at 1:00 PM.
- October 21
- December 2
- February 10
- May 5
Office Procedures
All parents must have a Driver’s License present to check out their child and/or attend meetings at Lorton Station. Only adults listed in SIS are allowed to pick up a child from Lorton Station and must present a Valid ID.
Food and Nutrition
All students attending Lorton Station are eligible to receive a nutritious breakfast and lunch at school at no charge to your household each day of the 2026-2027 school year. You do not have to take any action. Students are offered daily choices of delicious entrees, sides, fruits, and vegetables that meet or exceed nutritional requirements. When your child eats at school, whether for breakfast or lunch, you save time and money. Packed lunches cost between $4 and $5, potentially saving $700 to $800 per school year compared to school meals! Spend less time packing lunches or in the morning breakfast rush and be assured that your child will be fueled to learn at school.
Lunch Procedures
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Outside Food: Lorton Station does not allow fast food (i.e., McDonald’s, Chipotle, Pizza) to be delivered or brought in by families for lunch.
- Visitors: A child can only have a maximum of two people at lunch
- Students will be allowed only two parent visits for lunch per week.
- Parents will be escorted by staff to the cafeteria and main office for lunch. Parents are not allowed to walk their child back to class or visit the classroom without scheduling an official visit with the administration.
- No outside items are allowed for birthday celebrations.
- Parents may send in store-bought cupcakes to school, and they will be given to the teacher for an end-of-day celebration.
Back to School Night
Lorton Station will host our annual Back-to-School Night on September 1 from 5:45-7:15. This will be the first parent-teacher meeting of the school year. Teachers will share grade-level curriculum and school events with parents.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures:
The arrival and dismissal procedures are listed below for your convenience. During the first week of school, all Kindergarten students will be escorted to their classroom; Grades 1 - 3 will meet in the Gym; and Grades 4 - 6 will meet in the cafeteria.
Arrival and Dismissal
- Students can enter Lorton Station starting at 9:00 AM
- School begins at 9:20 AM
- Dismissal starts at 3:55 PM
Walkers: Use Door #2
- All Kindergarteners must be met and walked home with a family member who is 16 years of age or older.
- Walkers in Grades 1st - 6th grade should walk home immediately after leaving the building.
- Children absolutely may not leave as a ‘walker’ to then meet a parent at a car parked in our neighborhood.
- If you must travel by car, you will need to utilize the Kiss & Ride line. Door #4 is staffed until 9:20 AM. If you arrive after that time, please park, bring your child to our main entrance (Door #1), and sign them in at the front office (please do not drop them off in our bus loop in front of the school). Note: Fairfax County regulations prohibit parking within ten feet of a driveway.
Kiss and Ride Arrival Procedures: Use Door #4
- Please follow the directions to the rear of the building.
- Please remember there are other cars, and you should NEVER pass a vehicle in line.
- Children MUST exit on the right (passenger) side of the vehicle.
- Drivers are to always remain in the car.
- The Kiss and Ride line closes at 9:20 AM. If you arrive after that time, you must bring your child to the front and sign them in at the Main Office.
Kiss and Ride Dismissal Procedure: Door #4
- Drivers are to always remain in their cars.
- Car Tags must be placed in the mirror
- Please proceed as directed by staff. Please do not pass any vehicles on the Kiss & Ride line at any time
- Students will be called by the Car Tag number and be escorted to the car at Door 4
- Kiss and Ride is staffed until 4:15 PM
Once students are dismissed at 3:55 PM, the wait is typically no longer than 15 minutes.
School Supplies
Please click the grade-level link below to view the list of required school supplies for your child for the 2026 - 2027 school year.
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
Early Release Wednesdays for 2026-27
FCPS will continue limited early-release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number has been reduced from eight to four days.
Early release Wednesdays provide elementary teachers with a dedicated block of time to prepare lessons, participate in professional development and training, and collaborate with their peers. A well-supported and continuously improving teaching staff leads to better educational outcomes for students.
Dates: Our school’s early release Wednesdays
- ERW 1 - October 21
- ERW 2 - December 2
- ERW 3 - February 10
- ERW 4 - May 5
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