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![logo from U.S. Department of Education's National Blue Ribbon Schools program with blue border and eagle in the center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695139948/fcpsnet/fg2fqpolgl78p31tzh1z/Blue_Ribbon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695139948/fcpsnet/fg2fqpolgl78p31tzh1z/Blue_Ribbon.png","width":352}])
The U.S. Department of Education deemed Cassidy an Exemplary High-Performing School.
![FCPS main logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1687287349/fcpsnet/n5wvs7mw1lwl7njwbnxs/seallogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1687287349/fcpsnet/n5wvs7mw1lwl7njwbnxs/seallogo.png","width":512}])
KMEA salutes our area's Teachers and Administrator of the Year, plus the school board as a "Friend of Music."
Paul Laurence Dunbar, Henry Clay, and Lafayette shine in the 2023 Best High Schools report.
![FCPS main logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694101073/fcpsnet/diji8xkkzjzrw4fgwmqh/Brenda_Cowan.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694101073/fcpsnet/diji8xkkzjzrw4fgwmqh/Brenda_Cowan.png","width":512}])
Enhancing family engagement is the cornerstone of the year-long program.
![multi-color logo of Scholastic's REAL Read program in FCPS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693576203/fcpsnet/anws3ragjagslva2kdxi/REAL_Read.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693576203/fcpsnet/anws3ragjagslva2kdxi/REAL_Read.jpg","width":512}])
Did you know? REAL stands for Read, Excel, Achieve, Lead.
![lead custodian Steve Hamilton rings the cast iron bell on stage as the principal applauds]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693238627/fcpsnet/esrzfdhgpelbilka0kfc/Hamilton.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1693238627/fcpsnet/esrzfdhgpelbilka0kfc/Hamilton.jpg","width":512}])
The mayor proclaims "Steve Hamilton Day" in Lexington.
A New Way Forward
To deliver a world-class education, we must put students' needs above all else. Our district's Strategic Plan identifies specific actions and activities in these five areas:
![line of seniors in red and blue caps and gowns]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689710827/fcpsnet/tfeze4vbqw9nvdrivaea/SP1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689710827/fcpsnet/tfeze4vbqw9nvdrivaea/SP1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689710827/fcpsnet/tfeze4vbqw9nvdrivaea/SP1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689710827/fcpsnet/tfeze4vbqw9nvdrivaea/SP1.jpg","width":834}])
Student success is our primary purpose, achieved by delivering high-quality instruction and exceptional services that support the whole child.
![eight students of varying ages sitting side by side on a brick wall]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689710848/fcpsnet/myvdsr3uipiemgulzuwy/SP2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689710848/fcpsnet/myvdsr3uipiemgulzuwy/SP2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689710848/fcpsnet/myvdsr3uipiemgulzuwy/SP2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689710848/fcpsnet/myvdsr3uipiemgulzuwy/SP2.jpg","width":903}])
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are the cornerstones of everything we do.
![two FCPS staffers helping a visitor at a resource table]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689710870/fcpsnet/vlr7a8c3pxyzo6lv0geu/SP3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689710870/fcpsnet/vlr7a8c3pxyzo6lv0geu/SP3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689710870/fcpsnet/vlr7a8c3pxyzo6lv0geu/SP3.jpg","width":800}])
Continuous improvement is essential, accomplished through capacity building, collaboration, leadership development, and professional learning.
![purple "classroom on wheels" preschool bus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689710894/fcpsnet/wfyrrbrq1lwb04giw8yn/SP4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689710894/fcpsnet/wfyrrbrq1lwb04giw8yn/SP4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689710894/fcpsnet/wfyrrbrq1lwb04giw8yn/SP4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689710894/fcpsnet/wfyrrbrq1lwb04giw8yn/SP4.jpg","width":864}])
Families and community partners are critical to student and school success.
![two district staffers and a school principal, all women of color]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689710913/fcpsnet/uw069ijpaev2biwnohci/SP5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689710913/fcpsnet/uw069ijpaev2biwnohci/SP5.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689710913/fcpsnet/uw069ijpaev2biwnohci/SP5.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689710913/fcpsnet/uw069ijpaev2biwnohci/SP5.jpg","width":834}])
Communication, collaboration, and a spirit of shared accountability are commitments that guide the work of Team FCPS.