The plan outlines a complete shift for the 2029-30 school year to a schedule similar to the 45-15 year-round model. That full model would feature a late July start and mid-June end with three-week breaks in fall, winter, and spring while maintaining only federal holidays. Instructional time would remain distributed across the year to support continuous learning opportunities.

Loudoun County School Board members have presented this option as a means to balance educational needs with family considerations during the transition period. The phased approach aims to minimize immediate disruptions while allowing time for adjustments based on community feedback. Traditional calendar elements would be preserved in the early stages to ease the adjustment for parents and students.

Family Impact Considerations

Parents in Loudoun County often prioritize schedules that align with work commitments and childcare arrangements. The proposed two-week breaks during the phase-in year could provide short periods for rest without the long summer gap of traditional calendars. This structure seeks to maintain instructional momentum while respecting established family routines.

Community discussions have highlighted the importance of preserving time for seasonal activities and family vacations. The inclusion of federal holidays ensures continuity with national observances that many households value. A gradual rollout could allow families to plan ahead and adapt their annual schedules accordingly.

Educational Continuity Focus

The year-round model under consideration emphasizes consistent instructional time throughout the calendar year. By spreading learning across multiple shorter breaks rather than one extended summer period, the option aims to reduce learning loss during extended time away from school. This approach aligns with goals of sustained academic progress for students in Loudoun County.

Board presentations have noted that the full year-round shift in the second year would further distribute instructional days. Such a model could support targeted interventions during the shorter breaks for students needing additional support. Overall continuity would remain a key priority in the design of Option 5.

The phased transition represents an effort to introduce changes thoughtfully while monitoring effects on daily operations. Loudoun County families would have opportunities to provide input as the calendar evolves. This measured strategy reflects ongoing efforts to address educational demands in the region.

Email At:
April Chandler (Chair, Algonkian District) april.chandler@lcps.org,
Anne Donohue (Vice Chair, At-Large) anne.donohue@lcps.org,
Deana Griffiths (Ashburn District)  deana.griffiths@lcps.org,
Ross Svenson (Broad Run District) ross.stevenson@lcps.org,
Kari LaBell (Catoctin District) kari.labell@lcps.org,
Jon Pepper (Dulles District)  jonathon.pepper@lcps.org,
Lauren Shernoff (Leesburg District) lauren.shernoff@lcps.org,
Sumera Rashid (Little River District) sumera.rashid@lcps.org,
Amy Riccardi (Sterling District) amy.riccardi@lcps.org,