Through its Adult and Community Education Scholarship Program, Fairfax County Public Schools Adult and Community Education (FCPS ACE) continues to support and empower aspiring trades professionals in their development.
With the support of the Adult and Community Education Training and Scholarship Foundation, FCPS ACE awarded nearly $35,000 in scholarships and achieved full enrollment in their Level 1 Fall 2025 Apprenticeship Program. As a result, there is greater opportunity to offer additional scholarships for Spring 2026, with applications now open.
Fairfax, VA – November 5, 2025 – The Fairfax County Public Schools Adult and Community Education program (FCPS ACE) that that empowers individuals to build brighter futures with accessible and affordable workforce development and training programs, announces that the Adult and Community Education Training and Scholarship Foundation’s Scholarship for current and prospective FCPS ACE Apprenticeship students is now open for application, with increased opportunities to award more scholarships this spring.
This fall, the Adult and Community Education Scholarship Program at FCPS ACE awarded nearly $35,000 in scholarships to Apprenticeship students. With the support of the Adult and Community Education Training and Scholarship Foundation and an increased number of scholarship recipients, the FCPS ACE Apprenticeship program reached full enrollment for their Level 1 Fall classes. Consequently, additional class sections were opened to accommodate student demand. Building upon this success, FCPS ACE is positioned to award up to $40,000 in scholarships for the upcoming spring term.
The Adult and Community Education Scholarship Program aims to assist low-income adults residing or employed in Fairfax County who are pursuing careers in the trades. This scholarship is available to both current and prospective FCPS ACE Apprenticeship students and is awarded twice annually. The current application cycle offers a $1,000 scholarship, which, if granted, will be applied toward tuition for a spring 2026 Apprenticeship course—such as Electrical Level 2 or 4, or Plumbing Level 2 or 4. The deadline for submitting applications for the spring 2026 Adult and Community Education Scholarship is December 31, 2025.
“We are pleased to announce that, with the support of the Adult and Community Education Training and Scholarship Foundation, we are entering a new application period during which we can offer increased opportunities to Apprenticeship students,” stated Bob Sargent, Career and Outreach Specialist for Adult and Community Education. “There is substantial potential in our region and beyond for individuals who become licensed Apprentices, whether they pursue careers as building inspectors, contribute to major infrastructure projects, or even aspire to entrepreneurship and owning a plumbing business. By removing financial obstacles and empowering students to embark on and continue their educational journeys, we significantly accelerate their progress towards Apprenticeship certifications and meaningful careers.”
Current and prospective Apprenticeship students interested in applying for the spring 2026 Adult and Community Education Scholarship Program may apply here, until midnight on December 31, 2025. Students who have previously received a scholarship may apply again for spring 2026. For more information or to address questions related to the application process, applicants may contact educationalcounseling@fcps.edu.
About FCPS ACE
The Fairfax County Public Schools Adult and Community Education program (FCPS ACE) empowers individuals, organizations, and the community to build brighter futures with accessible and affordable workforce development and training programs, flexible online education, and lifelong learning opportunities. Whether you are exploring post high school career options, newly graduated, a returning learner, or looking to retrain or pivot in your career, FCPS ACE embraces diversity and welcomes all students. We eliminate barriers with learning options that fit seamlessly into your life, provide low-cost entry points for education that transforms the lives of our students, and deliver a top talent pool and advancement opportunities to the community. From life empowerment learning and workforce ready basics such as Driver’s Ed and language building skills to quick paths to cutting-edge certifications, FCPS ACE makes your goals achievable. Our students’ success is what drives FCPS ACE. With more than 60 years of history and a deep connection to the local community, FCPS ACE is for you.