PLUM CENTER FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

Fairfax County Public Schools
6815 Edsall Rd.
Springfield, VA 22151
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School Overview
The Plum Center for Lifelong Learning, located in Springfield, Virginia, serves as a specialized educational facility operated by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). The center is primarily designed to host adult education programs, offering a variety of courses aimed at personal development, vocational training, and academic advancement. It acts as a hub for community members looking to earn their GED, improve their English language skills through ESL classes, or engage in career-technical certification programs that help bridge the gap between education and the local workforce.

Beyond traditional academic instruction, the Plum Center is recognized for its inclusive environment that supports diverse learning needs. By providing flexible scheduling and a wide range of resources, the facility caters to adult learners who may be balancing work and family responsibilities while striving to reach their educational goals. As part of the broader FCPS adult education network, the center plays a critical role in promoting lifelong learning and economic mobility within the Springfield community.
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School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Not applicable
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone: (703)658-2784
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NSLP Participation:1 No
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* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

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