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Share Your Thoughts on the Implementation to Date of Policy 8655, Student Personal Device Use (cell phones in school)
At the beginning of this school year, after extensive community, staff and student feedback, LCPS implemented Policy 8655, Student Personal Device Use. This policy covers the student use of personal technology in schools, including cell phones, tablets, earbuds, personal gaming devices, and other technologies during the school day. We are asking for feedback on these changes. We want to know what is working well and what might still be confusing or need further clarification.
We are using ThoughtExchange so everyone can share their perspectives and understand what’s most important to the group. The ThoughtExchange closes on December 20.
You may recall that the goal of this policy was to foster a productive academic environment and help ensure that LCPS students participate in their classes undistracted by cell phones. It was our belief that this change would boost student engagement in class, help promote more positive interactions between classmates and help reduce feelings of anxiety to help promote student’s mental health and wellbeing.
Your input is valued and appreciated. Your participation is anonymous.
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School Renaming Survey
In considering whether some school names reflect Loudoun County Public Schools’ values of inclusion and diversity, the Loudoun County School Board is considering changing some school names and has sought public comment. Committees were appointed to review the first two school names being considered: Frances Hazel Reid Elementary School and Mercer Middle School.
Community meetings were held for both schools. Renaming committees were formed and have begun meeting. The next step, per policy, was to survey the community.
Additional information on the school name review, including School Board Policy 6510, Naming School Facilities, is and was available on the School Names webpage.
Participants in the survey had the option to complete the survey as a community member, parent/guardian, staff member or student. Participants selected the role that best represented them and completed the survey during the two weeks prior to December 16, 2024.
This ThoughtExchange is now closed. Read the summary of the results.
Themes from the Community Listening Sessions
Superintendent Spence hosted 19 community listening sessions over his first eight months at LCPS. From those sessions, important themes emerged from the public and staff. We heard about some concerns or areas for improvement, as well as some hopes and dreams for students, staff and our learning community.
View the ThoughtExchange Themes from the Community Listening Sessions.
Loudoun County Public Schools Blue Ribbon Panel Recommendations
The Blue Ribbon Panel recommendations were presented to the School Board on May 14, 2024. That presentation can be found in BoardDocs- Blue Ribbon Panel.
View the ThoughtExchange Blue Ribbon Panel Recommendations Results.
The Blue Ribbon Panel (the Panel) was convened from December 8, 2023, to May 1, 2024 by Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence to assess safety processes and protocols in Loudoun County Public Schools. The Panel’s assessment of LCPS’ safety and security recognized LCPS as a state and national leader in the field of school security. After careful evaluation, this panel of experts also identified 11 recommendations that could potentially enhance security in LCPS.
We asked for feedback on the recommendations made by the Blue Ribbon Panel on School Safety. The recommendations are included in the Loudoun County Public Schools Blue Ribbon Panel Recommendations article.
Website 2024 Feedback
The Website Design Feedback Report results show a need for improved search features and a single, consolidated and streamlined resource for division and school information.
View the ThoughtExchange Website 2024 Feedback Results.
LCPS gathered feedback and information on what users wish to see on the division and school websites including what is working well and what could be added to enhance user experience.