Free Flu Vaccines
MCPS is partnering with UVA Health, Connections Family Resource Center, GTSCCF, and George Mason University to offer free flu vaccines for community members ages 3 and older.
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Metz Middle School — 9950 Wellington Rd.
No appointment is required! Registration is available using the QR code on the flyer.
The event will also offer A1C and blood pressure checks.
MCPS is partnering with UVA Health, Connections Family Resource Center, GTSCCF, and George Mason University to offer free flu vaccines for community members ages 3 and older.
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Metz Middle School — 9950 Wellington Rd.
No appointment is required! Registration is available using the QR code on the flyer.
The event will also offer A1C and blood pressure checks.
The food market will be held at Baldwin Elementary School, 1978 Eagle Way, from September 2026 through May 2027. The first market will take place on Friday, September 25, from 5:00–6:30 p.m. Additional monthly dates are October 30, November 20, December 18, January 29, February 26, March 26, April 30, and May 28.
What families should know:
• Families may begin lining up at 4:30 p.m. and should not arrive before that time.
• Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
• Tickets will be distributed to those in line beginning at 4:30 p.m., with one ticket per family.
• No advance registration is required.
• Families should bring their own bags to carry food. Food will be distributed while supplies last, and the market may close before 6:30 p.m. if all available food has been distributed.
Participant Privacy: In consideration of the privacy of all participants, we kindly ask that no photos or videos be taken during the food market.
Las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas se complacen en colaborar con el Capital Area Food Bank para ofrecer un mercado de alimentos mensual gratuito para nuestra comunidad escolar de MCPS.
El mercado de alimentos se llevará a cabo en la Escuela Primaria Baldwin, 1978 Eagle Way, de septiembre 2026 a mayo 2027. El primer mercado se llevará a cabo el viernes 25 de septiembre de las 5:00–6:30 p.m. Las fechas adicionales son 30 de octubre, 20 de noviembre, 18 de diciembre, 29 de enero, 26 de febrero, 26 de marzo, 30 de abril y 28 de mayo.
Información que las familias deben conocer:
• Las familias pueden comenzar a hacer fila a las 4:30 p.m. y no deben llegar antes de esa hora.
• Las puertas se abren a las 5:00 p.m.
• Se repartirán boletos a quienes estén formados a partir de las 4:30 p.m., un boleto por familia.
• No se requiere registro previo.
• Las familias deben traer sus propias bolsas para llevar los alimentos. La comida se distribuirá hasta agotar existencias, y el mercado podrá cerrar antes de las 6:30 p.m. sí toda la comida disponible se ha repartido.
Privacidad de los participantes: En consideración de la privacidad de todos los participantes, solicitamos amablemente que no se tomen fotos ni videos durante el mercado de alimentos
What families should know:
• Families may begin lining up at 4:30 p.m. and should not arrive before that time.
• Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
• Tickets will be distributed to those in line beginning at 4:30 p.m., with one ticket per family.
• No advance registration is required.
• Families should bring their own bags to carry food. Food will be distributed while supplies last, and the market may close before 6:30 p.m. if all available food has been distributed.
Participant Privacy: In consideration of the privacy of all participants, we kindly ask that no photos or videos be taken during the food market.
Las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas se complacen en colaborar con el Capital Area Food Bank para ofrecer un mercado de alimentos mensual gratuito para nuestra comunidad escolar de MCPS.
El mercado de alimentos se llevará a cabo en la Escuela Primaria Baldwin, 1978 Eagle Way, de septiembre 2026 a mayo 2027. El primer mercado se llevará a cabo el viernes 25 de septiembre de las 5:00–6:30 p.m. Las fechas adicionales son 30 de octubre, 20 de noviembre, 18 de diciembre, 29 de enero, 26 de febrero, 26 de marzo, 30 de abril y 28 de mayo.
Información que las familias deben conocer:
• Las familias pueden comenzar a hacer fila a las 4:30 p.m. y no deben llegar antes de esa hora.
• Las puertas se abren a las 5:00 p.m.
• Se repartirán boletos a quienes estén formados a partir de las 4:30 p.m., un boleto por familia.
• No se requiere registro previo.
• Las familias deben traer sus propias bolsas para llevar los alimentos. La comida se distribuirá hasta agotar existencias, y el mercado podrá cerrar antes de las 6:30 p.m. sí toda la comida disponible se ha repartido.
Privacidad de los participantes: En consideración de la privacidad de todos los participantes, solicitamos amablemente que no se tomen fotos ni videos durante el mercado de alimentos
MCPS is partnering with the City of Manassas for the “I Voted!” Sticker Design Contest! 🎨 One design from each MCPS school will advance to a citywide public vote, with the winning sticker distributed to Manassas voters beginning with the 2028 Presidential Election.
📅 Submissions are open through Jan. 15, 2027.
Learn more: ManassasVA.gov/IVotedStickerContest
📅 Submissions are open through Jan. 15, 2027.
Learn more: ManassasVA.gov/IVotedStickerContest
🍎 Free Dinner for MCPS Students!
Beginning August 24, all MCPS students ages 18 and under can receive a FREE, healthy dinner at Osbourn High School. Students do not need to participate in an after-school program to receive a meal.
📅 Monday–Thursday
⏰ 3:30–5:45 p.m.
📍 OHS Cafeteria | 1977 Eagle Way
The program helps ensure students have access to nutritious meals throughout the school year. 🥦🍎🥛
Beginning August 24, all MCPS students ages 18 and under can receive a FREE, healthy dinner at Osbourn High School. Students do not need to participate in an after-school program to receive a meal.
📅 Monday–Thursday
⏰ 3:30–5:45 p.m.
📍 OHS Cafeteria | 1977 Eagle Way
The program helps ensure students have access to nutritious meals throughout the school year. 🥦🍎🥛
From July 7 through August 6, Giant Food is making it easy to give back to local schools through their Round Up at the Register campaign! When you shop at participating Giant Food stores, simply round up your purchase to the nearest dollar at checkout. Your spare change will help support the MCPS Food and Nutrition Services Department.
Every penny adds up and helps provide students with access to nutritious meals and resources that support their health and well-being.
Every penny adds up and helps provide students with access to nutritious meals and resources that support their health and well-being.
The Summer Meals Program is still taking place at OHS until July 23. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, or age, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided, on a first-come, first-served basis, at the sites and times as follows:
Osbourn High School – 1977 Eagle Way, Manassas, VA 20110;
Breakfast: 9-9:30 a.m.
Lunch: 12:30-1 p.m.
Osbourn High School – 1977 Eagle Way, Manassas, VA 20110;
Breakfast: 9-9:30 a.m.
Lunch: 12:30-1 p.m.
Families, take a look at two summer camps being offered at Osbourn High School, free to rising 6th - 12th graders! There will be a Music and Art Camp from June 8th to June 11th from 9 AM to 12 PM. Spots are limited. Register here.
The Osbourn High School Choral Department will be presenting "Disney Spectacular" on April 30th and May 1st at 7:00 PM in the Osbourn Auditorium.
Please visit https://app.99pledges.com/fund/osbournhig2?home_v2=true for more details.
March 15, 2026 (6:45 pm)
All Manassas City Public Schools will operate on the early release schedule Monday, March 16 due to forecasted high winds and potential tornado activity. There will be no PreK. All after school activities have been canceled.
Todas las escuelas públicas de la ciudad de Manassas operarán con el horario de salida temprana
el lunes 16 de marzo debido a los pronósticos de fuertes vientos y posible actividad de tornados. No habrá PreK. Todas las actividades extracurriculares por la tarde han sido canceladas.
All Manassas City Public Schools will operate on the early release schedule Monday, March 16 due to forecasted high winds and potential tornado activity. There will be no PreK. All after school activities have been canceled.
Todas las escuelas públicas de la ciudad de Manassas operarán con el horario de salida temprana
el lunes 16 de marzo debido a los pronósticos de fuertes vientos y posible actividad de tornados. No habrá PreK. Todas las actividades extracurriculares por la tarde han sido canceladas.
At the March 10, 2026 Regular Business Meeting, the School Board approved a revision to the 2025–2026 school calendar due to a special election scheduled in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
As a result, the following adjustments will take place:
• Monday, April 20, 2026, will now be a regular instructional day for students and staff.
• Tuesday, April 21, 2026, will be a professional day for staff, and schools will be closed for students.
This adjustment reflects the scheduled election and the use of school facilities as polling locations.
Please take note of this update as you plan for April.
Durante la reunión regular del 10 de marzo de 2026, el consejo escolar aprobó una revisión del calendario escolar 2025-2026 debido a una elección especial programada en el Commonwealth de Virginia.
Como resultado, se realizarán los siguientes ajustes:
• El lunes 20 de abril de 2026 será ahora un día normal de clases para estudiantes y personal.
• El martes 21 de abril de 2026 será un día de desarrollo profesional para el personal, y los estudiantes no tendrán clases.
Este ajuste refleja la elección programada y el uso de las instalaciones escolares como lugares de votación.
Por favor, tomen nota de esta actualización mientras hacen planes para abril.
Osbourn Families,
See the attached flyers with information from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington on their annual membership, before/after school (SACC) program, Spring Break Camp, and Summer Camp opportunities!
All Manassas City Public Schools and offices will now be closed on Monday, February 23, 2026, due to worsening weather conditions. Code Blue for employees.
Todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas estarán cerradas el lunes 23 de febrero de 2026, debido al empeoramiento del mal tiempo invernal. Código azul para los empleados.
Febraury 22, 2026 (5:00 pm)
All Manassas City Public Schools and offices will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, February 23, 2026, due to possible inclement weather conditions. There will be no Pre-K classes. AlphaBEST will open at 8:30 a.m. We will continue to monitor weather and road conditions and will share any additional updates with families and staff if needed.
Debido al posible mal tiempo invernal, todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas abrirán 2 horas más tarde de lo normal, el lunes 23 de febrero de 2026. No habrá PreK. AlphaBest abrirá a las 8:30 am. Continuaremos vigilando las condiciones del clima y de las carreteras y compartiremos cualquier actualización adicional con las familias y el personal si es necesario.
You are invited to attend the opening of Artistic Expressions, Osbourn High School's 13th Annual Art Show. March 5th at 6 PM, located at 9101 Prince William St., Manassas, VA. Light refreshments will be served.
Se le invita a la apertura de Expresiones Artísticas, la 13.ª exposición de arte anual de la Escuela Secundaria Osbourn. 5 marzo 6 PM, 9101 Prince William St., Manassas, VA. Se servirán bocadillos ligeros.
Keep Manassas Beautiful is a program designed to inspire and educate those who live and work in the City of Manassas to take action every day to improve and beautify our community environment. This year’s contest seeks to bring awareness to the ways in which we can reuse everyday items in beautiful ways, turning them into art instead of leaving them in the landfill or allowing them to pollute our lands and waters.
Visit the Keep Manassas Beautiful Page for more information and for the Contest Entry Form:
https://www.manassasva.gov/public_works/trash___recycling/keep_manassas_beautiful/art_contest.php
Osbourn High School Graduation 2026
Eagle Bank Arena
George Mason University
4500 Patriot Circle
Fairfax, VA
Thursday, May 28th at 9 AM
We are getting closer and closer to the big day! Graduation 2026!
As we prepare for the graduation ceremony, it is important for us to know if you or a member of your family will need ASL Interpretation Services during the ceremony. If you need ASL services for the ceremony, please complete the Google Form below.
ASL Interpretation Services Request: Graduation
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRemBJhums_PYPietqZyVJNeByngNv5RdIc_D3D3IBuqWGfw/viewform
All Manassas City Public Schools and offices will be on a two-hour delay, Wednesday, February 4, 2026. There will be no Pre-K. AlphaBest will open at 8:30 am.
Todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas abrirán 2 horas más tarde de lo normal, el miércoles 4 de febrero de 2026. No habrá PreK. AlphaBest abrirá a las 8:30 am.
Todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas abrirán 2 horas más tarde de lo normal, el miércoles 4 de febrero de 2026. No habrá PreK. AlphaBest abrirá a las 8:30 am.
Check out the Spring Hylton Performing Arts Center schedule, where students can use the code at the bottom of the flyer to claim one free student ticket and one free accompanying adult ticket! Tickets are available on a first come first serve basis.
January 29, 2026 - Announcement
Due to inclement weather conditions, all Manassas City Public Schools and offices will be closed Friday, January 30, 2026 – Code Blue for employees.
Anuncio – 29 de enero de 2026
Debido al mal tiempo invernal, todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas estarán cerradas el viernes, 30 de enero, 2026 – Código Azul para los empleados.
Due to inclement weather conditions, all Manassas City Public Schools and offices will be closed Friday, January 30, 2026 – Code Blue for employees.
Anuncio – 29 de enero de 2026
Debido al mal tiempo invernal, todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas estarán cerradas el viernes, 30 de enero, 2026 – Código Azul para los empleados.
January 28, 2026 - Announcement
Due to inclement weather conditions, all Manassas City Public Schools and offices will be closed Thursday, January 29, 2026 – Code Blue for employees.
Anuncio – 28 de enero de 2026
Debido al mal tiempo invernal, todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas estarán cerradas el jueves, 29 de enero, 2026 – Código Azul para los empleados.
Due to inclement weather conditions, all Manassas City Public Schools and offices will be closed Thursday, January 29, 2026 – Code Blue for employees.
Anuncio – 28 de enero de 2026
Debido al mal tiempo invernal, todas las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Manassas y sus oficinas estarán cerradas el jueves, 29 de enero, 2026 – Código Azul para los empleados.