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Parent tells Fairfax board AAP students at one elementary lack certified AAP teacher
Summary
A parent at the Oct. 9 Fairfax County School Board public hearing said a fifth-grade Advanced Academic Program class at Heikau Elementary is being taught by a non-AAP teacher, reported incorrect math instruction and asked the board to ensure AAP-certified teachers instruct AAP classes. The board did not take action at the hearing.
A parent asked the Fairfax County School Board on Oct. 9 to ensure Advanced Academic Program sections receive instruction from AAP-certified teachers after alleging inconsistent staffing at one elementary school.
"The current situation is denying these students the excellent and equitable math education they deserve," said Julie, a parent of two Fairfax County Public Schools students, describing a fifth‑grade AAP class at Heikau Elementary that she said was being taught by a non‑AAP teacher while other AAP sections had AAP-certified math teachers. She said parents raised concerns at the start of the semester and that the principal—s assurances and classroom observations had not resolved the issue.
Julie told the board she and other parents had identified frequent instances of incorrect math concepts being taught, sometimes detected by students, and that the teacher had been unresponsive or had attributed errors to county guidance. She asked the board to take immediate action so all AAP students at the school receive instruction from AAP-certified teachers to provide a consistent and high-quality learning experience.
No board vote or directive was recorded at the public hearing. The comprehensive plan and public comments will be considered by the board at its Oct. 23 regular meeting, when trustees may choose follow-up steps or request additional staff reports.
