# 9/24/2026 - FCPS School Board Meeting


**Body:** Fairfax County Public Schools
**Date:** September 23, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Information Technology, Digital Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles


The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) School Board held a regular meeting on September 24, 2026, focusing extensively on educational technology, curriculum updates, and budget considerations. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a contract for specialized quantum computing hardware to be installed at Sky View High School, supported by partnerships with Connected DMV and the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority. The board approved the purchase despite concerns about the $684,000 cost and the lack of an existing curriculum, emphasizing the investment's role in workforce development and future technology education. Additionally, the board discussed the Educational Technology Review Committee's recommendations on device use in early grades, including opt-out policies for programs like Lexia and STMath, with ongoing deliberations about implementation and budget impacts. Other topics included updates on instructional programs, math curriculum adoption, and inclusion initiatives, with no immediate votes on those items. The board also passed a motion prohibiting the installation of automatic license plate reader (ALPR) systems on school property due to privacy concerns. A contract for synthetic turf field replacement at South County Middle School was postponed to a future meeting. Overall, the meeting highlighted significant procurement decisions related to technology investments and policy directions affecting future educational resources and infrastructure.

**Source:** Fairfax County Public Schools