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The City of Fairfax Schools: A Unique Model in Virginia

The City of Fairfax Schools district stands out as a unique model in the Commonwealth. Supported by an engaged community and strengthened by a long-standing partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)—one of the largest school systems in the nation—the City of Fairfax benefits from the best of both worlds: local oversight with access to expansive educational resources.

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Established in 1962, the School Services Agreement (SSA) between the City of Fairfax and FCPS is one of the only inter-district partnerships of its kind in Virginia. Under the SSA, FCPS provides curriculum, staffing, and transportation, while the City of Fairfax retains ownership and oversight of its four school buildings, including capital improvements, renovations, and SSA management.

The City of Fairfax School Board is composed of five members elected every two years. The Board holds regular meetings and work sessions twice a month during the school year. For City residents, the City School Board serves as both representative and advocate to FCPS. Together with the superintendent, the Board oversees a $72 million (FY 2026) budget—allocated to FCPS as tuition payments, capital improvements, and targeted school supports.