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Back To School

Welcome to our Back-to-School Guide!

Whether your child is heading to public school, private school, homeschool, or a hybrid program, we're here to help you start the year strong! Inside this guide, you'll find local programs, fun back-to-school events, and important school calendar dates for Prince William, Fauquier, Manassas, and beyond.

From finding the perfect after-school care to marking those days off, we've done the work so you don't have to. Let's make this school year the best one yet!

*This guide features sponsored content.

Add your school or business to the Back-to-School Guide HERE!

Sales Tax Holiday!

Don't miss the Virginia Sales Tax Holiday, August 7-9. School supplies and clothing may be purchased without the addition of Virginia Sales Tax. See this link for more details.

🗓 School Calendars 

Here’s when school starts for local students. Click to view the full calendar for each district:

Prince William County

Fauquier County

Manassas City

🎉 Back-to-School Events

Make the most of the end of summer with these fun back-to-school events in and around Gainesville:

Backpack Giveaway - Aug 16

Back to School Storytime - Aug 22

Back to School Bash - Aug 28

Back to School Expo - Aug 29

Know of a community event we’re missing? Submit it to our calendar! http://gainesville.macaronikid.com/events/submit

💡 Back-to-School Hack for Busy Parents

🎒 Walmart has many school supply lists already loaded! Many local teachers sent their lists directly to Walmart, so you can shop online in just a few clicks. Check it out and cross school supplies off your list today:

👉🏽 Click here to find your school list at Walmart

📬 Want more back-to-school tips and local family fun? Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter — it’s packed with events, giveaways, and ideas your kids will love.

Be sure to check out these local businesses for child care, sports, and more!

• Boyle School of Irish Dance

  The Boyle School of Irish Dance strives to offer an environment for all dancers to exercise and share their talents with the community whether through performance, competition or simply for the joy of dancing.

  10960 George Mason Cir, Manassas, VA Read More
• Celebree School of Bristow As parents and educators, we understand the challenges of raising children today. We're here to help your family nurture emotionally and academically strong, compassionate, and confident individuals.
  10368 Bristow Center Dr, Bristow, VA Read More
• Sponsored Kiddie Academy of Gainesville

  Kiddie Academy of Gainesville is proud to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging place for children to learn and grow. We offer care and education for children from infancy through school age, with experienced teachers who truly get to know each child and family. Our programs combine learning, play, and hands-on experiences to help children build confidence, friendships, and a lifelong love of learning. We’re proud to be part of the Gainesville community and to support families through every stage of their child’s early years.

  Back-to-School Special
  Free Registration!
  13980 Estate Manor Dr. , Gainesville, VA Read More