Q: What is an Academy class?

A: An Academy class is an chance to take a specialized elective in an area of interest! Most of our classes are career-focused, hands-on, and taught by a professional from that career!  All Chantilly Academy classes are held at Chantilly Academy located at Chantilly High School.  

Q: How do I get to Chantilly Academy if I don't go to Chantilly High School? 

A: Transportation (bus shuttles) are provided for a significant number of our students.  These shuttles are arranged by the FCPS Transportation Office; you will be notified of your Academy shuttle information by your base school student services team. 

Q: How do I find out what supplies I need for my class?

A: Each teacher will update their class supply list and provide the information to students on the first day of school. 

Q: Who do I contact if I have a schedule issue or concern?

A: All scheduling issues should be discussed with your base school counselor.  Each counselor works with our Academy counselors to provide the best possible schedule for students.  Please contact your base school counselor as soon as possible with issues. 

Q: Does Academy have the same bell schedule as my base high school?

A. Chantilly Academy follows its own bell schedule.  You can view more information here: Bell Schedule 

Q: I receive special education services in my base school, how will I be supported in my Academy class?

Our Chantilly Academy Support Team serves students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP).  

The support team addresses the needs of students by providing direct academic support to students, technical support to Academy instructors, and by acting as liaisons to the special education departments at students' base schools and to other Career and Transition programs. Services are based on the individual needs of each student. Examples include:

• Individual and small group instruction in organizational and study skills
• Individual test administration
• Review of instructional materials
• Behavioral support plans
• Self-advocacy
• Transition planning and post-secondary linkages

Q: Is attendance required for Academy classes?

A: Academy courses follow the same attendance polices as all FCPS courses.  

• FCPS teachers must record student attendance every school day.
• Parents should report their student’s absences to the Academy any day students are unable to participate in learning.  Attendance for the Academy is separate from base schools; please ensure you notify the Academy in addition to your base school of any absences.  
• When parents do not report their students’ absences, teachers and school personnel will call to identify the student’s absence reasons. 
  • An eNotify (electronic) message will reach parents about the student absence.
  • Parents can then contact the school and provide information about the student's absence.

Visit our Attendance Page for more information on reporting absences.