Two foundations, the Fairfax County Public Schools Education Foundation and the Foundation for Applied Technical Education, Inc., provide financial assistance for special programs that are not funded through the FCPS budget. Business leaders serve on a number of advisory committees, including the Superintendent's Business-Industry Advisory Council. A Partners in Education Advisory Council supports the development of partnership programs and activities. The Expanding Visions program encourages and prepares middle school students to enroll in advanced-level math and science courses. Mentor Works, a joint venture of the Fairfax County Council of PTAs, Fairfax County Public Schools, and Fairfax Partnership for Youth, strives to connect every FCPS student with a caring, responsible adult.
Interpreters are available for conferences, assessments, and other school functions.
Parents who need the services of a language interpreter for school purposes should contact the local school to arrange for these services. Schools and offices will contact Language Services in Central Student Registration to arrange for translation and interpretation services. The school system owns and operates one of the nation's largest school bus fleets, consisting of more than 1,400 buses that transport nearly 105,000 students to and from school each day. The use of school facilities by community groups is encouraged. To arrange for use of a school, contact the principal.