This notice is to inform families of students under the age of 20 on or before August 1st of the school year and parents of students who have not graduated or met the required credits for graduation, that their student is entitled to a free public education pursuant to Virginia law. For students who are learning English as a second language and entered a school in Virginia for the first time after reaching their twelfth birthday, they can continue to receive a free public education until they turn 22. Additionally, students with disabilities who have an individualized education plan (IEP) are also entitled to a free education, and special education programs and services, up to the age of 21 if they haven't met graduation requirements.
For more information, please see the following:
- Virginia Code Section(s) 22.1-1, 22.1-5, and 22.1-253.13:4
- FCPS Policy 405P, Students - Compulsory Attendance/Exclusions and Exemptions from School Attendance
- FCPS Regulation 405R-A, Students - Admission Requirements
- FCPS Policy 305P, Instruction - The Virginia Assessment Program and Graduation Requirements.