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The Dixit Dialogue – December 2025
 Snowy forest with tall pine trees covered in freshly fallen snow.
Dear Sully District Families and Community Members,
December is here — and with it, our first enchanting snowfall of the season! As we close out the year, I’m filled with gratitude for our incredible school communities, dedicated educators, and the families who make Fairfax County such a special place to learn and grow. This month is always a meaningful time to reflect on our progress, celebrate our students’ achievements, and look ahead with optimism to the opportunities a new year brings.
At the November 13 School Board meeting, we approved Western High School as a comprehensive high school with traditional boundaries, including a special programming pathway option. The enrollment plan will begin with grades 9 and 10 opting in for the 2026–27 school year. I was proud to bring this motion forward, and I’m grateful for the thoughtful discussion from my colleagues.
I’m continually inspired by the creativity, resilience, and kindness I see in our classrooms, and I’m honored to support the work that helps every student feel seen, supported, and empowered. Thank you for all you do each day to make our schools vibrant, welcoming, and joyful.
Wishing you a peaceful and bright holiday season and a wonderful start to the new year!
In partnership,
Seema Dixit
Sully District School Board Member
Inside this Newsletter:
New Western High School Updates
 The entrance of the new FCPS high school.
Families with rising 9th and 10th graders in the five western “pyramids” (Centreville, Chantilly, Oakton, South Lakes, and Westfield) will have the option to “opt in” for the new school. For the 2026-27 school year, FCPS plans to enroll roughly 500 freshmen and 500 sophomores.
To help families understand their options and ask questions, FCPS is offering in-person “coffee with the planning principal” sessions in the new school’s auditorium on:
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Thursday, December 11 at 6 p.m. and
- Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m.
A presentation about the new school is posted online, so families can review it together and begin thinking about what might work best for them. For any questions, parents may reach out to Mr. Dave Jagels, the planning principal, at dejagels@fcps.edu.
Explore CTE and Academy/Specialty Programs
As academic advising season approaches, families are encouraged to explore the many pathways available for rising and current high school students.
Learn more about FCPS academies, specialized programs, and high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses at the Pathway Fair on Wednesday, December 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., in the cafeteria at Robinson Secondary School.
FCPS central office leaders and academy counselors will share insights about CTE programs, pathways, and opportunities across the school division.
Find additional information, including dates for academy open houses. Contact Bonnie Wannett with questions.
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