Good morning, Leesburg.

The Loudoun County School Board approved Superintendent Aaron Spence’s contract extension through June 30, 2030 and awarded him a $38,500 raise after Monday's closed session evaluation meeting.

The board noted improvements in student achievement and attendance that have been seen under his leadership.

The Loudoun County School Board met Tuesday to review the fiscal 2028 capital budget, focusing on classroom upgrades, outdoor classrooms, playground replacements, and infrastructure improvements (including new buses and facility renovations).

They will reapprove these projects this fall during the budget cycle.

Oatlands in Leesburg is awarding weeklong scholarships for middle school students at the second annual Extreme Journey History Camp that highlights local history.

Families should check camp details for application guidelines.

Local soccer groups are excited as the World Cup begins Thursday at 3 p.m. with the U.S. team playing Friday at 9 p.m.—youth programs and organizers say the event will boost community engagement and inspire rising talent.

Mike Kuster and The Catoctin Cowboys

1-4 p.m. — Vanish Farmwoods Brewery — Cost not listed — Experience heartfelt country tunes from a local troubadour with a smooth voice and sincere lyrics.

Better Off Dead - Grateful Dead Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $21.70 — Experience the vibrant music of The Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia through a passionate tribute band.

2026 JASON National Conference: Liminal Literacy in the STEM World

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Lansdowne Resort — Registration required — Explore innovative strategies to prepare students for a digital world at this engaging conference.

Sporting JAX vs. Loudoun United FC

7-11 p.m. — Segra Field — Tickets required — Celebrate 703 Night with the excitement of a thrilling soccer match in Leesburg.

Robotics Brick Master Camp

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Providence Academy — Not specified — Build and program innovative Lego robots while enhancing engineering skills in a collaborative environment.

Birding Banshee

8 a.m. — Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve — Free entry — Discover the diverse bird species at the beautiful Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve.