We are excited to welcome back our students and families to the 2025-26 School Year! We have a variety of opportunities for you to interact with our faculty and staff, as well as learn more about the courses through a Back to School Night website.  

Back to School Events

At the end of August, we will have the following:

• New student  Orientation : Thursday, August 14 from 9:00-11:45 am.
  • Please see the linked schedule for more details on our new student orientation.
• Adapted Curriculum (Cat B) Meet and Greet: Thursday, August 14 from 9:00-10:00 am
  • Open house and meet-and-greet for all students who access the adapted curriculum (Cat B). You will receive an email invitation with details. For questions email Victoria Robinson, department chair, at  @email .
• Optional Open House: Thursday, August 14 from 10:30am -12:00 pm
  • All students are invited to our Back to School Open House event. You may tour the building independently and can walk through your class schedule
  • Teachers will be in their classrooms for quick introductions! Please read below for information on when you will learn more about class-specific details through our Back to School Night offerings.
• Cougar Kickoff: Thursday, August 14 from 3:00-5:00 pm
  • All students and families are invited to stop by to learn about club and extra-curricular offerings, enjoy some food trucks, and self-guided tours of the building. Students can also pick up parking passes during this time if they have applied in advance. This is a great time for us to come together and celebrate the school year ahead! Please note that teachers and counselors will not be available during this time.  

Back to School Night

We invite you to join us on Wednesday, August 27 for a Back to School Night! For our Back to School Night, we will have two options so that families can select the option that best suits their needs.

Digital Back to School Night: In keeping with our tradition since 2019, parents will have access to all Back to School Night information via schoology courses.  This option allows you to explore at the time and pace that works best for you. This asynchronous resource will be available to you throughout the school year and will include the same information that will be provided at our in-person Back to School Night. 

On the Oakton Parent Schoology page you will find the following: 

• Principal Welcome message
• Important Information (Required Forms for All Students)
• School Board Member Videos
• Schoology Learning Tips

On each of your child’s Schoology classes under “Course Information”  you will find:

• Introductory/Content Area videos from teachers
  • This video will include traditional Back to School Night information including grading policies, course syllabus review, content information, and other course-specific details. This will be the same information shared if you opt to come in person in lieu of accessing the site. 

Back to School Night:For those interested in a traditional in-person Back to School Night, we invite you to join us on the evening of Wednesday, August 27. 

• Prior to visiting your child’s classes, families are invited to speak with administrators, counselors, set up a ParentVue account, etc.
• The schedule for classes will run from approximately 5-7:30 pm.
• Parents will have an opportunity to go through their child’s schedule class by class and hear the presentation also shared on the Back to School Night Website. Parking will be limited and we encourage parents to carpool or walk if within walking distance. Outside of parking at Oakton High School, there is also street parking.

Calendars and Bell Schedule

Attendance policies and procedures

• Student absences should be reported to the school in one of two ways:
  • Option 1: Directly through  ParentVUE
    • How to Use ParentVUE:Log in to your  ParentVUE account and select “Report Absence.”
    • Where to Get Help:Visit  FCPS’ Attendance Reporting webpage for step-by-step instructions.
  • Option 2: Phone the  Attendance Line at 703-319-2727 .
• If reporting by phone please include the items below in your message:
  • Student’s first and last name spelled clearly or slowly
  • Student ID Number
  • Specific information regarding reason for absence, including, illness diagnosis or symptoms and whether or not the student has seen a physician.
  • The Parent/Guardian phone number (for verification)
• If you need help with the ParentVUE account, contact Patrick Chang, Registrar, at 703-319-2810 or  @email .

Social Media and Emails

Oakton High School Instagram:  oaktonhs | X:  @OaktonHS

Oakton Athletics  website , Instagram:  @OaktonAthletics | X:  @oaktonathletics

Sign up for  Oakton High School News and Announcements emails. Mrs. Lane, Oakton HS Principal, sends the weekly update each Monday at 5:30 pm

• If you want to sign up for emails from the Activities Office, you can also find that sign up for  Oakton High School Athletics

Parents can now update information for their child in one easy location. It is crucial that all families review information in ParentVue to ensure that we have up-to-date contact information and health information to best care for your child throughout the school year. 

To access the Online Verification Update packet you will log-in to  SIS ParentVUE and click on the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right hand corner.  If you are accessing via the app on your phone click on the “OLR - Online Packets” button at the top of the screen.  You can access more directions  and details  here .  

Note that the OVU packet must be updated by the  enrolling parentonline. 

This update will ask you to verify and/or update the following pertinent information: 

• Introduction Section
• Family Section
• Parent/Guardian  Section
• Emergency Section
• Students Section (for each student enrolled in your family)
• Documents Section
  • In this section you can download, complete and upload the following applicable documents for your student
    • Authorization for Anaphylaxis Action Plan (SE64 ) -  Required for the administration of epinephrine injection(s) as directed by the licensed prescriber.
    • FCPS Authorization for Virginia Asthma Action Plan (SE65) -  Required for the administration of an inhaler as directed by the licensed prescriber.
    • Medication Authorization (SE 63) -  Required for the administration of over-the-counter and prescription medication, with the exception of epinephrine and inhaled medication, as directed by the licensed prescriber/parent/guardian.
    • Physician’s Referral for Participation in Physical Education (SE200 ) -  Complete if a modified physical education program is needed
    • Specific Health Care Procedures Authorization (SE 180) -  Complete for physical condition(s) for which the specific procedure is to be performed.
  • You can also download the updated Health Information Report and Emergency Care Report for your student.
• Review/Submit Section 

Families are asked to  log in to the Parent Digital Consent Portal (PDC ) using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. These forms must be completed by the enrolling parent. Parent Digital Consent directions can be found on the  FCPS website . If you need help with the ParentVUE account, contact Patrick Chang, Registrar, at 703-319-2810 or  @email .

Forms are beginning to be populated on the PDC site, with all forms being uploaded for your review by August 4, 2025. 

Below you will find the forms available in the PDC for the 2025-2026 school year.  Each form will be fully explained on the portal so you can make an informed decision for your family.  Forms are populated based on the following criteria: district-wide, school level, grade level, student list.  All relevant forms will populate for your child/children.  

• Required Forms
  • Consent for Release of Student Records in Support of Postsecondary Applications
  • Digital Resource Consent 2025-2026
    • Required for students to access FCPS approved digital tools in the classroom.  These tools are regularly embedded into lessons across all courses and grade levels.
  • GCP Google Domain 2025-2026 - Secondary
• Optional Forms
  • 8th/10th/12th Grade Fairfax County Youth Survey
  • Commercial Release of Student Information
  • Denial of Access to Military Recruiters
  • Directory Information
  • Family Life Education Grade 9 Opt-out 2025-2026
  • Family Life Education Grade 10 Opt-out 2025-2026
  • Family Life Education Grade 11 Opt-out 2025-2026
  • Family Life Education Grade 12 Opt-out 2025-2026
  • Hazel Health
  • OPT-OUT FORM: FCPS-ISSUED LAPTOP
    • Please see the benefits of using an FCPSOn device  here
  • SEL Screener Participation
  • School Counseling Opt-Out

Every year, FCPS requires parents/guardians to review, sign, and return the SR&R parent/guardian signature page.  This form acknowledges awareness of online access to and/or the opportunity to receive a printed copy of the FCPS SR&R Guide for Families. Please take a moment to review the  FCPS Student Right and Responsibilities online.

We will make families aware of when the digital acknowledgement becomes available for your review and action. 

When available, you can complete this requirement through your  ParentVUE account. Upon logging in to your ParentVUE account, you will be prompted immediately to complete the SR&R signature page. Note that your name in the digital signature box must match the parent/guardian’s first and last name in SIS exactly before the signature will be accepted. The prompt will repeat in ParentVUE until the signature page has been completed. 

If you would rather print out and sign the SR&R signature page, you can access it here . You can either return it to the main office or scan it and email to  @email .  ​​​​​ ​​

Students will review this year’s SR&R through their Cougar Connect class (3rd period) on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. 

Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced price meals for the 2025-26 school year.

Eligible families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application before the first day of the 2025-26 school year. More information is on the  FCPS website , including forms to apply for Free or Reduced Lunch. 

Please Note:If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee to include: course fees, senior dues, etc.. You are also eligible to receive information about scholarships, classes, and services that are provided by agencies and organizations other than FCPS.

If you want your children to participate in FCPS fee-based programs on a free or reduced fee basis and receive information about other benefits for your children, you must provide written agreement allowing FCPS staff to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

You can scroll to the  bottom of the FCPS page to access “ Consent to Share Information ” in a variety of languages. Without the “Consent to Share Information,” school officials will not be aware of your child’s eligibility for free and reduced meals and will not be able to consider reducing or waiving other school related fees. 

• August 14– Schedules available in StudentVUE and ParentVUE at 6 am
• August 14 – Rising Freshman and New Student  Orientation , 9-11:30 am
• August 14– Open house invitation, 10:30-11:30 am
• August 14 – Cougar Kickoff, 3-5 pm
• August 18 – First Day of School!
• August 22– Senior Sunrise
• August 25-28– Senior portraits
• August 27 – Back to School Night (specific details to come)
• August 29 – No School
• September 1 – No School, Labor Day
• September 2– Gradebooks available in StudentVUE/ParentVUE
• September 9 - Homecoming Pep Rally
• September 8-12- Homecoming Spirit Week
• September 12- Homecoming Game
• September 13- Homecoming Dance
• September 19- Partners for Safe Teen Driving, Night 1
• September 23– No School, Rosh Hashanah
• September 24-25 – Underclassmen Portraits (through English classes)
• September 26- Senior Panoramic
• October 2 - No School, Yom Kippur
• October 6-9 - Senior Portraits
• October 8– PSAT (10th-11th Grade)/SAT (12th Grade) Day; No-School 9th grade/non-testers
• October 13– Staff Development Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day
• October 20- No School, Diwali
• October 31 – End of 1st Quarter, 2 hour early release
• November 3-4– Teacher Workdays – Student Holidays
• November 10 – Winter Sports Begin
• November 11– No School, Veterans’ Day
• November 12-14 – Senior Portraits (Final Opportunity)
• November 14 – Underclassmen Portraits Make-up (Final Opportunity)
• November 26-28 – No School, Thanksgiving Break 

**The entire FCPS school calendar can be accessed  here . If you would prefer to print it with burgundy/gold highlights, you can find that on  our website under Bell Schedules .**

We have finalized our master schedule for the upcoming school year. Our staffing decisions and the number of courses offered are based on the classes students selected during the registration period last school year. To maintain the best possible program for our students and one that is most responsive to their educational needs, schedule changes will be limited to space available. 

Timeline for Schedule Changes

• August 1-7: Schedules will be adjusted if there is a school error or summer school adjustment needed.
• August 8-September 5:School counselors will make requested schedule changes based on space availability
• September 8-November 7 (end of 1st quarter grading window):No schedule changes
• After November 10: Any student requesting a schedule change will need to fill out the schedule change request form, with permission from parent, student, teacher, school counselor, and administrator. If approved by the administration, schedule changes will only be processed if there is space available.
• After March 27: There will not be any schedule changes, regardless of space availability.  This date aligns with the last day of the 3rd Quarter.    

For any questions you may have, contact your  child’s school counselor .

Transportation Assignments

An eNotify message with route information and transportation intent will be sent to all eligible student riders on August 8, 2025. Parents will be asked to continue to review their ParentVUE account for updates to their student's bus route.

Late Buses

Late buses will run on Wednesday afternoons and will start on Wednesday, September 3rd and the last day they run will be Wednesday, June 3. The late bus schedule will be posted outside of the Security Office and on the Oakton High School page on Schoology; students can also find their bus number on StudentVUE.

Student Arrival and Dismissal

The building will be accessible to students starting at 7:30 am.   

Dismissal is at 2:55 pm.  Students are asked to leave the building at the end of the day unless they are being supervised by an adult. Any student who wishes to stay after school must be in the supervision of a staff member.  

Traffic Patterns at Arrival and Dismissal

All drivers on campus are expected to follow all traffic/roadway laws and driving patterns established. This ensures the safety of all and maximizes the efficiency of our traffic pattern. Please follow all posted signs and directions of staff. The first week of school, traffic is traditionally heavier than normal.  Please allow additional time if you are driving your student to school and/or your student is driving themselves to school.  

Oakton High School strives to maintain positive relationships with our surrounding neighbors. To that end, we ask that everyone respects private property while walking to and from school. In addition, no neighborhoods or surrounding streets should be used as kiss-and-ride drop off or pick-up locations.  This practice severely impacts our neighbors and their daily schedules.  

Kiss and Ride Pickup

When picking up or dropping off, it is important to adhere to the traffic pattern laid out below. Please do not park in any spot on campus during arrival and dismissal if you are dropping off or picking up.

As part of the ongoing commitment to strengthening layered safety and security programs, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will continue to phase in a weapons detection system at all secondary schools this fall. 

Please watch this video of the Superintendent’s conversation with students about the weapons screening system. The most important thing is to be sure that students have the right items removed from their bag before getting in line. 

Items to be removed include: 

• Three-ring binders
• Laptops
• Collapsible umbrellas
• Metal lunch boxes
• Metal pencil cases
• Metal glass cases

These items can remain in a student’s bags:

• Non-metal lunch boxes
• Books
• Planners
• Spiral notebooks and folders
• Cell phones
• Keys
• Non-metal pencil cases

Once the items are removed, students should walk to the shortest line and proceed. If the light turns red, they will be directed to a secondary screening to determine what may have alerted the system. Experience shows that the process becomes easier and more efficient every day. You can learn more about the system by  watching this video  and reading the  Frequently Asked Questions on FCPS’ website. If you have additional questions, you can  submit them online to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and support in our shared commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment for us all.

The weapons detection screener will be set up during open house for students and families to see what it will look like.  In addition, we will have stations set-up during Cougar Kickoff and Back to School Night for the community to become familiar with the screeners. 

The FCPSOn initiative at Oakton High School provides students with equitable access to meaningful learning experiences and technology to support their learning. Each Oakton student will receive an FCPS-issued Chromebook to access dynamic resources and participate in learning tailored to the student’s individual needs. Loaner Chromebooks will only be available for students whose Chromebooks are in need of repair. 

The mission of FCPSOn is to provide equitable access to technology and to instructional practices that lead to Portrait of a Graduate outcomes for ALL students. 

What are the benefits of using an FCPSOn Device?

Chromebooks will be distributed through students’ 3rd period classes on the 1st day of school. 

For more about the FCPSOn initiative in FCPS, please go to  the FCPS website .

Please note that teachers reserve the right to require the FCPSOn device to be used for certain assignments or assessments. Additionally, FCPSOn devices are a requirement for standardized testing, including SOL exams and AP tests.

Students, families, and teachers throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Schoology is a learning space that enhances communication, collaboration, and personalized learning for all.

The  Oakton all student Schoology pagehas all sorts of information, including school-wide announcements, tech support links, and the weekly calendar. It also has the morning announcements and general / academic resources. 

The  student grade level Schoology pages have information applicable to each specific grade level. This includes announcements and information pertinent to the specific grade level.

The  Oakton parent Schoology pagehas our weekly calendar, resources, and upcoming parent events listed. It also contained course registration information. Parents are also able to access their student class Schoology pages through their parent Schoology account.

All Oakton Schoology accounts will be organized by unit/week, and there will be a folder for each unit and/or week of the school year.

Each Schoology class will include, at a minimum, the following course organization of the menu of options  in the order listed below: 

• Course Information
• Assignments
• Course Resources & Supplies
• Grading Information
• Parent/Student Communication
• Absences/Make-up Work 

If you need to access classes from a previous unit/week, you will be able to find them in the “Course Archive” folder.

Oakton students have an eight period schedule that alternates between burgundy (odd periods) and gold (even periods) days. On burgundy days, students will attend periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. On gold days, students will attend periods 2, 4, 6, and 8. Third period, also identified as Learning Seminar on students’ schedules, is when we implement Cougar Time and Cougar Connect. More information about these structures can be found below. 

Cougar Time

Cougar Time will take place each burgundy day. This time allows students to receive enrichment and/or remediation with different teachers through a designated return period. Please  click here to access our 1st quarter calendar for the rotation schedule ; we will continue to provide these calendars each quarter and you can find them on our  Bell Schedules and Calendar page on our website . When you see 3rd period in the rotation, that indicates the students will be in Cougar Connect. 

Cougar Connect

Cougar Connect will meet periodically as part of the scheduled 3rd period. The purpose of Cougar Connect is three-fold: 

• To help students and staff make connections among each other and the school
• To help students and staff build community and amplify student voice
• To more easily disseminate important Oakton-specific information to students

In a large school such as Oakton, especially amidst a fast-paced culture of achievement and rigor, we want to ensure that students feel connected and informed. Cougar Connect provides students a home base where they can learn about school events, connect with their advisors, build relationships with peers, and practice vital life skills, including  social-emotional learning . Cougar Connect aims to strengthen interpersonal relationships at Oakton High School with the end goal of supporting each and every student throughout his or her high school experience. This structure has been deeply embedded at Oakton for many years, and is a part of all FCPS secondary school schedules.

A  Cougar Time and Cougar Connect calendarwill be provided quarterly. You can access the  1st quarter calendar here and you can find them on our  Bell Schedules and Calendar page on our website as we go through the year.

The goal of the clinic is to ensure that your child will enjoy a healthy and safe school year. To proactively plan, we ask that parents update the Emergency Care Form through  SIS ParentVUE ; there is a section for “Current Health Conditions” and “Current Medical Care Details” that will update the health information for the student. 

If you need to drop off medication for your student, please fill out a  new medication authorization form .  This is required to be filled out annually.  

Medication can be dropped off at school Tuesday, August 12, Wednesday, August 13, and Friday, August 15 from 8am-3 pm. You can also drop off medication on Thursday, August 14 from 10 am-5 pm, including during Cougar Kickoff from 3-5 pm. Once school begins, medication can be dropped off any school day from 8am-3pm. Please read below for the updated medication guidelines that specify the amount and method of medication that can be dropped off. 

If medication is needed at school or for any after FCPS sponsored activity (field trips, sports, band, drama, chorus, etc.), specific guidelines in accordance with the FCPS Medication Administration Regulation 2102 must be followed.  A Medication Authorization form MUST be on file in the Health Room for any medication administered at school OR carried by student.  Forms (for epinephrine, inhalers and medications) are available in the School Health Room or  online .

Medication Guidelines

To help ensure the safety of our medication administration management in Fairfax County Public Schools we will adhere to these guidelines:

• Any time you drop off or pick up a medication in the health room, a  Medication Delivery/Pick Up Form will be completed and signed by both the parent/guardian and the School Health Aide or FCPS staff member. This form will document that all required authorizations are complete, and the number of pills or amount of medication accepted/returned. A copy of the form will be given to the parent/guardian and school administrator.
• Medications received will be verified to ensure the description of the medication on the container/packaging matches the medication in the container.
• All medications must be in the original pharmacy container. Over the counter (OTC) medications must be in an unopened original container.It will no longer be acceptable for parents/guardians to bring in refills from home and place them into the container currently in the health room.
• Only a 30-day supply of medications should be brought to school.  No more than 25 tablets or pills of OTC medication should be brought to school.
• All requirements outlined in FCPS Regulation 2102,  First Aid, Emergency Treatment and Administration of Medication for Students , continue to apply.

All Health Room forms can be found in the Online Verification Update Packet referenced under required forms.  They are also below for your reference.  

• Authorization for Anaphylaxis Action Plan (SE64 ) -  Required for the administration of epinephrine injection(s) as directed by the licensed prescriber.
• FCPS Authorization for Virginia Asthma Action Plan (SE65) -  Required for the administration of an inhaler as directed by the licensed prescriber.
• Medication Authorization (SE 63) -  Required for the administration of over-the-counter and prescription medication, with the exception of epinephrine and inhaled medication, as directed by the licensed prescriber/parent/guardian.
• Physician’s Referral for Participation in Physical Education (SE200 ) -  Complete if a modified physical education program is needed
• Specific Health Care Procedures Authorization (SE 180) -  Complete for physical condition(s) for which the specific procedure is to be performed.

One additional form that is not available through the OVU packet is the Diabetes Medical Management Plan.   That form can be found below.  

• Diabetes Medical Management Plan Form 

Any teacher who requires specific school supplies will provide a list during the first week of school.

Students are not automatically assigned a locker, as we have found that most students do not find a need for them. Should any student wish to sign up for a locker, students can sign up through this  locker Google form . Please note this Google form requires an @fcpsschools.net username to log in.

If you sign up for a locker, you will be notified by email on Monday, August 25 with more information. Students may request a locker after the start of the school year by seeing Mr. Giambattista, Safety and Security Specialist. 

The Oakton HS cafeteria will sell breakfast and lunch daily.  If your student plans on purchasing food through the cafeteria, please be sure to load money on their  meal account or bring cash.  More information on FCPS Food Services (including payment options for meal accounts, daily menus, free and reduced meal programs, etc.) can be reviewed on the  FCPS website . 

In addition to our normal breakfast and lunch cafeteria options, students will also have the opportunity to purchase food during “Second Chance Breakfast” each day. This will be available during the passing period between the First and Second block (9:40 – 9:47). Second chance breakfast will be available in Oakton Hall and in the hallway near door 5.  

Student ID Numbers Needed for School Meals (New This Year)

Starting this school year, students will enter their student ID number — not their current cafeteria PIN — at the cash register to receive school meals. Please remind your child of their student ID number, which you can find in SIS ParentVUE . View more updates and reminders for school meals this year. 

Free and Reduced Lunch

Information on applying for Free and Reduced Lunch can also be found above under the forms section. Eligible families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application before the first day of the 2025-26 school year. More information is on the FCPS website, including forms to  apply for Free or Reduced Lunch and  Consent to Share Information .

Dietary Accommodations for Students 

The Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) wants to emphasize that it has implemented a standardized process for dietary accommodations. This ensures that FCPS students receive safe and healthy food. The  Dietary Accommodations information provides step-by-step guidance for families to follow to ensure safe and appropriate food is provided to their student(s). This guidance includes needing a  Medical Dietary Accommodation Form to be signed by a Licensed Health Care Provider and forwarded to FNS. For students who need a milk substitute, the  Milk Substitution Form signed by a Parent/Guardian must also be on file with FNS. 

Forms are to be emailed to  [email protected] by parents/guardians. FNS Registered Dietitians on staff will then contact the family to begin planning safe meals for their student and place an alert on the student’s file at the register.

School Counselors

Oakton’s  school counselors work directly with students, teachers, and parents to provide students a supportive and caring school experience. Students and parents are encouraged to reach out to their counselor with academic concerns, questions about college and career information, or mental health concerns.

Administrative Team

The Oakton  administrative team is here to support all students! 

The Assistant Principals work along with the counselors to support students. The duties for each assistant principal for the 2025-26 school year are outlined on  our website . Please do not hesitate to reach out when you have a question or concern.

In addition to the school counseling team and administrative team, there are a number of additional staff members at Oakton who are here to support students throughout the school year.

These include: Systems of Support Advisor, School Psychologist, School Social Workers, Career Center Specialist, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, and Family Liaison.

You can find their email addresses and more about what they do on our  supports page .

At Oakton High School, we believe that learning is a process.

We utilize transparent, equitable, and student-centered practices that maximize skill and standard mastery where student grades reflect performance rather than behavior.

Gradebooks will provide students with a clear understanding of their learning and areas to improve to achieve mastery of skills and standards. 

Oakton Common Grading Policies

On our website , you will find Oakton High School’s common policies on grading which are all in compliance with FCPS’s  Grading and Reporting policies . We are currently finalizing any needed updates to the Oakton High School common policies around grading to be sure we are compliant with the changes from  FCPS in Grading and Reporting policies. This will be made available during the week of August 4.

Any course- or teacher-specific information can be found on their individual syllabus or Schoology page. 

Grading questions

All grading concerns on individual assignments, quarter grades, or final grades should initially be addressed directly with the classroom teacher.  

If a concern remains unresolved, students and/or parents/guardians are asked to contact school administration by filling out this  google form .  

Please allow two school days for a response.

If your student has an IEP, they will be assigned a case manager for the year. The case manager is your first point of contact for any questions or concerns regarding the IEP. You should learn who your child’s case manager is by Monday, August 11. 

If you have further questions regarding an IEP, you can contact one of the special education department chairs: Walter Bagwell (Cat A) at  @email or Victoria Robinson (Cat B) at  @email . 

If your student has a 504 plan, their case manager is their  school counselor and any questions or concerns should be directed to them.

Senior Portraits and Panoramic

Senior portraits have been scheduled with Victor O’Neill Studios. The first session was scheduled for July 21-23, 2025.  Additional senior Portrait opportunities for the Class of 2026 are available on:, August 25-28, 2025, October 6-9, 2025, and November 12-14, 2025 (final opportunity).  Information will be provided to families in advance of each photo session so that you may sign-up for a designated time slot. Students who wish to have a picture in the yearbook have to sign up for a senior portrait session; if it is only for the yearbook only there is no charge.

The Class of 2026 senior panoramic picture is scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025.  This will take place during the school day.  

Underclass pictures

Underclass student pictures will be taken on Wednesday-Thursday, September 24-25 through students’ English classes with make-ups on November 14 (final opportunity). There are no other scheduled opportunities.

Picture reminders for all

These pictures will be used for the yearbook and offered for sale to students and parents. Victor O’Neill’s contract with Oakton does serve as a fundraiser for the school and profits from student pictures are used to enhance the instructional program and facility. 

As a reminder, dates and times for picture taking will be announced during morning announcements and posted on our Oakton High School Schoology student page. Senior portrait and underclass picture information will also be emailed to all Oakton students and parents.

Parking Applications

This year we will accept parking applications from juniors and seniors. Seniors will be given first priority. If the number of senior applications we receive exceeds the number of available student spaces, we will assign spots based on a lottery system to seniors only. If all seniors who apply receive a space and there are still spots to fill, we will hold a lottery for the juniors that have applied. The application can be found here and hard copies are also available in the main office. If you download the document, it is a fillable form.  All applications are due by 3 pm on Wednesday, August 6and must be submitted to the box in the main office. We will only accept hard copies of the application. If after reading through all of the documents thoroughly you have questions, please email Ms. Landis at  [email protected] .

Applications and the above information can also be found on our  Oakton HS website under announcements for you to access. Parking details are also available on our website if you search "Parking" . 

Parking Pass Pickup

On August 14 during Cougar Kickoff from 3-5 pm, there will be a list posted of students who have received the parking pass. At that time, students must resolve any outstanding fines and fees before they will be able to pay for their parking permit. Students can pay in two separate checks made out to Oakton High School, MySchoolBucks, or credit card.  

Parking permits not paid for and picked up by August 22 will be reassigned to anyone who did not get a parking permit in the initial lottery. Any student who applied after the August 6 deadline will be placed on a wait list along with students who did not receive a pass in the first round. If you receive your license later in the school year see Ms. Coaquira in the main office for an application. Parking spaces will be given out until we have reached capacity.

Other Parking

Limited free parking is available along Sutton Road on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make note that Sutton Road may not be available due to commuter parking. Students may not park in any of the restricted residential areas surrounding the school. Students may not park on campus without a permit. 

Back-to-School Immunization Requirements

Make sure your child has all of their  required immunizations before the first day of school. Check their immunization records to see what they might be missing. You can:

1. Request immunization records online through the  Virginia Immunization Information System (a free service) .
2. Get records from  other states’ systems if your child was immunized outside of Virginia.
3. Request records from your health care provider. Some may charge for copies.

Review  school-required immunizations to verify that your child is up to date. You may also submit immunization questions you may have using the “Contact - Submit a Question” button on  this site . 

Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders

Additional  immunizations are required for students entering the 12th grade. 

• All students entering 12th grade are required to receive one dose of the MenACWY vaccine before the beginning of school.
  • To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older. 

As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.

How to Provide Immunization Documentation to the School

Updated immunization records can be submitted to Oakton HS in the following ways:

• Starting July 25, 2025: Upload the updated immunization records to ParentVue via the Online Verification Update Form.
• You may find detailed directions on how to update the immunization records via ParentVue on the  FCPS website .
• If you do not have access to ParentVue, you may drop off a hard copy of the immunization records to the main office for us to upload. 

Where to Receive Immunizations

If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your family’s health care provider or one of the following clinics:

• Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) clinics offer immunizations to all Fairfax County students, as well as those who are behind on their scheduled immunizations, or need a booster. They offer  limited walk-in hours for immunization services on a first-come first served basis. Immunizations are also available by appointment.
• Inova Cares Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs provide children ages 5 and up with free school physicals and immunizations. Weekday and weekend clinics are available in July and August. These health fairs are for VA Medicaid or Uninsured Inova registered patients only. Appointments are required. Call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. Bring vaccine records to the appointment. 

Local immunization clinics and additional resources are available on the  FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and from the  FCHD .

SIS ParentVUE is the FCPS secure solution for accessing information about your child's attendance, class performance, demographic data, and link to Schoology. Your username and password is the same for both ParentVUE and Schoology. 

• SIS ParentVUE Account Provides: access to view your child’s student information, including attendance, report cards, class schedules, grade book (for Middle and High School students), course history, discipline, health, and school information. It also enables you to get weekly grade reports.
• Schoology Parent Account Provides: access to view your child’s courses, groups, assignments, and calendar. Parents can also check messages, adjust their notification settings, and access additional groups or courses if they are enrolled as members.

Need an account? Please visit us during our open houses to register for an account or contact Patrick Chang at 703-319-2810 or  @email . 

The Pantry is available to help Oakton High School students and their families in need. We offer non-perishable food, personal hygiene items, and household cleaning supplies.

The Oakton pantry is available to all of our students and their families.

Read  here for more information about the Pantry including how to access it as well as volunteer opportunities.

Are you looking for a meaningful way to stay connected with the Oakton High School community and support our amazing students and staff?

The  Oakton High School PTSAis currently seeking enthusiastic, dedicated volunteers to join our board and committees for the upcoming school year!

Open Positions & Descriptions:

• President:Leads the PTSA, sets meeting agendas, oversees all programs and committees, and serves as the main liaison between the school administration and PTSA. Ideal for someone who enjoys leadership, organization, and collaboration.
• Secretary:Keeps accurate meeting minutes, maintains official PTSA documents, and supports communication within the board. Perfect for someone detail-oriented and organized.
• Treasurer:Manages the PTSA budget, tracks income and expenses, and provides financial reports. A great fit for someone with accounting or financial experience.
• Membership Chair:Leads membership drives, tracks enrollment, and finds creative ways to engage parents, students, and staff. Perfect for those who love outreach and building community.
• Communications Chair:Manages our newsletters, social media, and promotional materials. Best for someone with strong writing, creative bend of mind and design skills.
• Hospitality Chair:Plan and organize Teacher and staff breakfasts. Consisting of a healthy grab-and-go breakfast.  Ideal for creative, energetic organizers. Currently, a once-a-month event.
• Student Support Chair:Recruits and organizes volunteers for school student events. Great for someone who enjoys getting involved with student related activities and managing volunteers.
• All Night Grad Party Chair: Oversees the planning, fundraising, and execution of the senior All Night Grad Party for 2025-2026. Making it a memorable, fun and a safe place for our graduates. Responsibilities include fundraising, coordinating with vendors, managing volunteers, securing donations/sponsorships, and ensuring logistics run smoothly. Perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys event planning, and is passionate about giving seniors a great send-off.
• Mini-Grant Chair: Coordinates the PTSA’s mini-grant program (two sessions per year), which provides funding to teachers and students for clubs, projects, or innovative ideas. Responsibilities include publicizing the grant application process, organizing application review, and working with the PTSA board to award funds. Ideal for someone who enjoys supporting educators and managing small-scale funding programs.

We encourage students to take on leadership roles at the PTSA. please let us know if you wish to volunteer.

Whether you have a few hours a month or more time to give,  there’s a role for you. Being part of the PTSA is a great way to make a difference, meet other families, and help shape the experience of every Cougar on campus.

📝  Interested?  Fill out the  Volunteer Form . Apply for 3 positions in the order of your preference.

Let’s work together to make the 2025-2026 school year one to remember.  Join the PTSA—your voice matters!