Loudoun County School Board Moves Forward with $22.5 Million ERP System Transition

Overview: The Loudoun County School Board’s Finance and Operations Committee made strides during its November 18 meeting, focusing primarily on a transition to a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with an estimated cost of $22.5 million and addressing a budget transfer to support the Communities in Schools Program. The committee also reviewed several contract renewals.

Loudoun County School Board Discusses New Grading Policies and Math Acceleration

Overview: The Loudoun County School Board’s Curriculum & Instruction Committee meeting on November 5, 2025, focused heavily on the implementation of new grading policies and the development of policies for accelerated mathematics.

Loudoun County School Board Committee Reviews New State-Mandated Student Device Restrictions

Overview: The Loudoun County School Board’s Student Behavior and Accountability Committee, in its October 27th meeting, focused on the discussion of updated policies in response to recent changes in state law, particularly concerning the use of personal electronic devices by students during school hours. The committee also addressed the definitions and disciplinary procedures related to student behavior both on and off school property.

Loudoun County Reviews Third-Party IT Vendor Risks Amid Audit Findings

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Loudoun County School Board Legislative, Audit & Policy Committee, a key focus was on strengthening the district’s risk management framework concerning third-party IT vendors. This development came in response to an audit revealing deficiencies in the existing processes, notably the absence of a formal third-party risk management policy. This oversight hinders consistent risk identification and mitigation, posing potential operational, compliance, and cybersecurity threats to Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS).

Loudoun County Schools Explore New Course Offerings, Highlighting Spanish for Healthcare and Educational Support Initiatives

Overview: The Loudoun County School Board’s Curriculum & Instruction Committee meeting on October 1, 2025, brought to the forefront key developments in course offerings and educational support initiatives. A central focus was the introduction of a new “Spanish for Healthcare” course, designed to meet community needs and enhance students’ marketable skills within the healthcare industry. The meeting also shed light on the success of instructional support programs in local schools, highlighting measurable improvements in student performance and teacher development.