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Schedules for Channel 21

Schedule for April 22-28, 2024

Monday, April 22, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Brainworks
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Aerospace Academy
    Investigate, discover and soar! Aerospace Academy is a series of learning labs based at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author - Kat Zhang 
    Kat Zhang “loves traveling to places both real and fictional—the former have better souvenirs, but the latter allow for dragons, so it’s a tough pick.” Her latest children’s picture book, Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon is a follow-up to her delightful Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author: LM Elliot
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture
    "Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children.
  • 8:15 PM - 9:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
    Taking a fresh look at the Titanic disaster, the film uncovers new details about the heroic band of musicians and the role they played in the tragedy. Included are interviews with renowned experts and descendants of the band's musicians to delve further into the story that has lasted well beyond their lifetime.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: How to Raise an Adult
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Space Quest with Dr. Jim
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Crafty Kids
    The funny, quirky host does not speak, making it easy for young children and foreign language speakers to follow along. Teachers like the creative crafts as well as the procedural writing unit opportunity.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures aroudn the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Kids' Planet
    An educational and fun series that reinforces values and manners in children in an easy and fun way. From labels and protocol to fundamental principles such as solidarity and freedom. A manual of politeness and courtesy updated day by day.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    In The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge, the Treehouse Detectives are excited about their school’s participation in the upcoming President’s Challenge.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Mars Rover 2020 Name Reveal
     
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    In The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge, the Treehouse Detectives are excited about their school’s participation in the upcoming President’s Challenge.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Neuroscience & Learning
    Dr. Bruce Wexler is professor emeritus of psychiatry and senior research scientist at Yale School of Medicine keynote speaker at the 10th Annual Special Education Conference: Parents + Educators + Students = Success, provides an overview of the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life--neuroplasticity--and the value of neuroplasticity in improving executive functioning skills for children.
  • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: From Chaos to Calm - 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles with Author Kirk Martin
    Author Kirk Martin delivers an entertaining presentation providing concrete strategies to restore calm in your home and stop power struggles. Great for parents of children 2 - 22.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Computer Programming 4 Kids with Scratch 2
    This series teaches kids (5th grade and up) and curious adults programming using the Scratch programming language. Click for activity guides.
  • 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    STEM in 30: The Need for Speed: TOPGUN and Naval Aviation!
    We’ve all seen a plane take off from a long runway, but what if you don’t have a full-sized runway? On aircraft carriers, jets are launched into the air — zero to 165 mph in three seconds! Tune in as we take you to the deck of an aircraft carrier to learn about the science behind launching and landing airplanes from a ship. Embrace your need for speed in this episode of STEM in 30.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    The Native American Experience
    Although our Founding Fathers, Presidents, and military leaders are celebrated as heroes of American culture, the valuable contributions made by indigenous people to many key events in the country's history are often disregarded. Let us delve into the remarkable lives and achievements of Native American men and women to examine their exceptional accomplishments.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Encouraging Words
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills. Families learn that reading and writing are not independent of speaking and listening. The series demonstrates activities that promote language development.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Cultural Competence
    Dr. Darryle Craig defines and examines the importance of cultural competence.Craig advises how to use this important skill to help close the achievement gap, and promote best practices that create success among diverse learners. https://www.fcps.edu/node/32087
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 9:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    What’s in a Name?
    The What's in a Name? series was created to commemorate, preserve, and educate viewers about the origin of the names of Fairfax County's public school buildings. Learn about historic plantations and farms, homes, mills, waterways, one-room schoolhouses, educators, authors, poets, famous Virginians, and more.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:15 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Getting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focused, and Motivated…Without Being the Bad Guy
    Ann Dolin M.Ed. and author of "Getting Past Procrastination" shares tips on getting kids organized, focused and motivated.

Thursday, April 25, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Explorer
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures aroudn the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    Crafty Kids
    The funny, quirky host does not speak, making it easy for young children and foreign language speakers to follow along. Teachers like the creative crafts as well as the procedural writing unit opportunity.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Smart Play
    Play is intrinsic and kids just do it! Can parents influence the play environment to encourage learning? These questions, and many more, are answered as program hosts demonstrate activities that can be used to develop preschooler's skills, such as the ability to identify, match, sort, and create.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    ShamuTV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Alicia Williams
    Author Alicia D. Williams says, the inspiration behind her award-winning book, Genesis Begins Again, came from “trying to figure out” what she wanted to write.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Powerful Pulleys
    Students will understand the concepts of inertia and how the amount of force changes with the use of various simple machines.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    Conversation with the ISS & Astronaut Kjell Lindgren
    Astronaut Kjell Lindgren, on board the International Space Station, talks with friends, staff and students from his alma mater, Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Lindgren is a graduate of Robinson’s Class of 1991.
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    STEM in 30: The Need for Speed: TOPGUN and Naval Aviation!
    We’ve all seen a plane take off from a long runway, but what if you don’t have a full-sized runway? On aircraft carriers, jets are launched into the air — zero to 165 mph in three seconds! Tune in as we take you to the deck of an aircraft carrier to learn about the science behind launching and landing airplanes from a ship. Embrace your need for speed in this episode of STEM in 30.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    What’s in a Name?
    The What's in a Name? series was created to commemorate, preserve, and educate viewers about the origin of the names of Fairfax County's public school buildings. Learn about historic plantations and farms, homes, mills, waterways, one-room schoolhouses, educators, authors, poets, famous Virginians, and more.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Town Teams
    This historical documentary reaches beyond the astonishing popularity of the game and examines the origins and importance of baseball.
  • 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.

Friday, April 26, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Space Quest with Dr. Jim
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture
    "Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children.
  • 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
    Scott the Nature Guy
    Learn about nature with FCPS's Scott the Nature Guy.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Picture Books
    Modern storybooks that help capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Brain Works
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Portraits: The First African-American Divas of Song and Opera
    “Portraits: The First Black American Divas of Song and Opera,” a theatrical production that depicts Elizabeth Taylor-Greenfield, Sissieretta Jones and Marian Anderson sharing their history and their fabulous voices, a decade ago.
  • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Parenting Through Challenging Times: Supporting Your Child Through Life's Ups and Downs
    Corrine Coppola guides attendees through hands-on exercises in mindfulness and balance. She discusses and demonstrates several techniques parents can use to bring calm to families' households.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Helping Your Child Cope with Stress
    Clinical Psychologist Lisa Bateman shares tips and strategies for helping families help children deal with anxiety and stress.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: How to Raise an Adult
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Saturday, April 27, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Explorer
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures aroudn the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Elementary Science Seminar
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies.
  • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    FCPS Honors 2023
    Exceptional employees from across Fairfax County Public Schools were recognized at the FCPS Honors event held Wednesday, June 8. Sponsored by Educate Fairfax, the 2022 celebration was hosted at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts. 
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author - Doreen Cronin
    Doreen Cronin is the author of many bestselling and New York Times bestselling picture books, including the Caldecott Honor Book Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type.Betsy Lewin is the Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator of Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type and its sequels. Audience: Students in Grades pre-K-3.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    BrainWorks
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Encouraging Words
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills. Families learn that reading and writing are not independent of speaking and listening. The series demonstrates activities that promote language development.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Mars Rover 2020 Name Reveal
     
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    In The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge, the Treehouse Detectives are excited about their school’s participation in the upcoming President’s Challenge.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Getting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focused, and Motivated…Without Being the Bad Guy
    Ann Dolin M.Ed. and author of ""Getting Past Procrastination"" shares tips on getting kids organized, focused and motivated.
  • 8:15 PM - 9:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
    Taking a fresh look at the Titanic disaster, the film uncovers new details about the heroic band of musicians and the role they played in the tragedy. Included are interviews with renowned experts and descendants of the band's musicians to delve further into the story that has lasted well beyond their lifetime.
  • 9:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    What’s in a Name?
    The What's in a Name? series was created to commemorate, preserve, and educate viewers about the origin of the names of Fairfax County's public school buildings. Learn about historic plantations and farms, homes, mills, waterways, one-room schoolhouses, educators, authors, poets, famous Virginians, and more.

Sunday, April 28, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Argos World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Space Quest with Dr. Jim
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Universal Words 
    Each program has four parts and includes a vocabulary list culled from science, history, geography, Latin, and culture.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    STEM in 30: The Need for Speed: TOPGUN and Naval Aviation!
    We’ve all seen a plane take off from a long runway, but what if you don’t have a full-sized runway? On aircraft carriers, jets are launched into the air — zero to 165 mph in three seconds! Tune in as we take you to the deck of an aircraft carrier to learn about the science behind launching and landing airplanes from a ship. Embrace your need for speed in this episode of STEM in 30.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Electric Guitar: Its Makers and Players
    Presented by The Lemelson Center in cooperation with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts though hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    APTV - Inside the Crime Lab
    FBI: Inside the Crime Lab offers middle school children a behind-the-scenes look at the greatest crime laboratory in the world—the FBI’s Crime Laboratory.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture
    "Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    2023 FCPS Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.

Schedule for April 29-May 5, 2024

Monday, April 29, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author: Barbara Dee 
    A former English teacher and attorney, Barbara Dee is the author of several middle-grade novels including Maybe He Just Likes You, Everything I Know About You, Halfway Normal, and Star-Crossed. Dee's most recent book is entitled, My in the Fish Tank. Her books are included on many best-of lists, including the ALA Rainbow List Top Ten and the NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People. Audience: Students in Grades 4-8
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires 
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment use to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Native American Experience
    Although our Founding Fathers, Presidents, and military leaders are celebrated as heroes of American culture, the valuable contributions made by indigenous people to many key events in the country's history are often disregarded. Let us delve into the remarkable lives and achievements of Native American men and women to examine their exceptional accomplishments.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Jodi Lyn Anderson
    On this edition of Meet the Author, Anderson will discuss her fantasy fiction book series, Thirteen Witches, which follows the adventures of Rosie who must defeat thirteen evil witches in book one. Rosie’s adventure continues in books 2 & 3. 
  • 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture 
    "Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children.
  • 4:45 PM - 6:00 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM 
    Smart Play: Me and My Family
    Play is intrinsic and kids just do it! Can parents influence the play environment to encourage learning? These questions, and many more, are answered as program hosts demonstrate activities that can be used to develop preschooler's skills, such as the ability to identify, match, sort, and create.
  • 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Getting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focused, and Motivated…Without Being the Bad Guy
    Ann Dolin M.Ed. and author of "Getting Past Procrastination" shares tips on getting kids organized, focused and motivated.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Town Teams: Bigger Than Baseball
    This historical documentary reaches beyond the astonishing popularity of the game and examines the origins and importance of baseball.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
    Taking a fresh look at the Titanic disaster, the film uncovers new details about the heroic band of musicians and the role they played in the tragedy. Included are interviews with renowned experts and descendants of the band's musicians to delve further into the story that has lasted well beyond their lifetime.

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Kids' Planet
    An educational and fun series that reinforces values and manners in children in an easy and fun way. From labels and protocol to fundamental principles such as solidarity and freedom. A manual of politeness and courtesy updated day by day.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Space Quest
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts though hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Snippets of Learning
    History comes alive as the people of America's past come to life to tell their unique and powerful stories. This series of historical snapshots—each designed to stand alone—targets significant events in history.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Shamu TV: Saving a Species
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for Grades 1-4 
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Meet the Author: Ernesto Cisneros
    Ernesto Cisneros is the award-winning author (and educator) of Efren Divided, which received national acclaim for its “honest depiction of characters” with whom young adults can identify.  His follow-up book, Falling Short, has received two International Latino Book awards.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Cultural Competence
    "Dr. Darryle Craig defines and examines the importance of cultural competence.Craig advises how to use this important skill to help close the achievement gap, and promote best practices that create success among diverse learners.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    At Home with Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts though hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Helping Your Child Cope with Stress
    Clinical Psychologist Lisa Bateman shares tips and strategies for helping families help children deal with anxiety and stress.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Little Math Wiz
    With the help of exciting math fairy tales, children are introduced to abstract mathematical concepts such as counting, categorizing, shapes and colors.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Aerospace Academy
    Investigate, discover and soar! Aerospace Academy is a series of learning labs based at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Story Telling - Elementary Lessons for PreK-1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Barbara Dee 
    A former English teacher and attorney, Barbara Dee is the author of several middle-grade novels including Maybe He Just Likes You, Everything I Know About You, Halfway Normal, and Star-Crossed. Dee's most recent book is entitled, My in the Fish Tank. Her books are included on many best-of lists, including the ALA Rainbow List Top Ten and the NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People. Audience: Students in Grades 4-8
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Shamu TV: Saving a Species
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Elementary Science Seminars Kitchen Chemistry: The Chef's Choice Investigation
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Jarret Lerner
    Audience: Students in Grades K-3 and 4-8. In this edition of Meet the Author, Jarrett Lerner talks about his entertaining EngiNerds and Geeger the Robot book series, which celebrate the world of STEM - science, technology, engineering and math. During the live webcast, the author answered questions from Sleepy Hollow Elementary School (FCPS) students via zoom. A video segment inspired by the EngiNerd and Geeger series featured the students’ creative and innovative projects.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    STEM in 30 
    Produced by the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, this fast-paced series engages students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) topics in just 30 minutes.Shows combine animations, interviews with experts, and unique locations to show students that science extends beyond the walls of their school.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Town Teams: Bigger Than Baseball
    This historical documentary reaches beyond the astonishing popularity of the game and examines the origins and importance of baseball.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    2024 FCPS Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Thursday, May 2, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Kids' Planet
    An educational and fun series that reinforces values and manners in children in an easy and fun way. From labels and protocol to fundamental principles such as solidarity and freedom. A manual of politeness and courtesy updated day by day.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts though hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires 
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment use to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Science How?
    Students watched how scientists and other experts used tools and technology in their work.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Ernesto Cisneros
    Ernesto Cisneros is the award-winning author (and educator) of Efren Divided, which received national acclaim for its “honest depiction of characters” with whom young adults can identify.  His follow-up book, Falling Short, has received two International Latino Book awards.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Shamu TV: Saving a Species
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    BrainWorks: Neuroscience for Kids
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Universal Words 
    Each program has four parts and includes a vocabulary list culled from science, history, geography, Latin, and culture.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Town Teams: Bigger Than Baseball
    This historical documentary reaches beyond the astonishing popularity of the game and examines the origins and importance of baseball.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    2024 FCPS Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
    Taking a fresh look at the Titanic disaster, the film uncovers new details about the heroic band of musicians and the role they played in the tragedy. Included are interviews with renowned experts and descendants of the band's musicians to delve further into the story that has lasted well beyond their lifetime.

Friday, May 3, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts though hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    What’s in a Name?
    The What's in a Name? series was created to commemorate, preserve, and educate viewers about the origin of the names of Fairfax County's public school buildings. Learn about historic plantations and farms, homes, mills, waterways, one-room schoolhouses, educators, authors, poets, famous Virginians, and more.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    2024 FCPS Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Saturday, May 4, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Picture Books
    This series helps capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Story Telling - Elementary Lessons for PreK-1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author: Jerdine Nolan 
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires 
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment use to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Smokey Bear LIVE: A Distance Learning Adventure
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment use to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Shamu TV: Saving a Species
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    APTV: Archaeology Adventures
    Three young kids venture outside their 2-D animated world to learn about early Alabama history for their upcoming school report.
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Wildlife Explorers
    Along with being entertaining, this series educational objectives are to introduce different groups of animals to young learners, highlighting the shared characteristics and, also, the variety within each group; promote an educated concern and interest in all animals, both inside and outside zoos; and encourage a scientific approach to learning.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
     
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    The Scholastic Art Awards Ceremony
    The Scholastic Art Awards Ceremony, hosted by FCPS, is an annual event to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of secondary visual arts students in the Fairfax County Region. Artwork created by the student award winners was selected by a distinguished panel of judges from 2,500 submissions to receive gold key and silver key awards. For more information go to www.artandwriting.org.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Elementary Science Seminars
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies. Activity guide available.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Town Teams: Bigger Than Baseball
    This historical documentary reaches beyond the astonishing popularity of the game and examines the origins and importance of baseball.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
    Taking a fresh look at the Titanic disaster, the film uncovers new details about the heroic band of musicians and the role they played in the tragedy. Included are interviews with renowned experts and descendants of the band's musicians to delve further into the story that has lasted well beyond their lifetime.

Sunday, May 5, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Kids' Planet
    An educational and fun series that reinforces values and manners in children in an easy and fun way. From labels and protocol to fundamental principles such as solidarity and freedom. A manual of politeness and courtesy updated day by day.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    At Home with Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts though hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author: Jerdine Nolan 
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Legal Fairy Tales
    In these mock trials, fairy tale characters retell their sides of the story in a court of law. From civil law to criminal law to the roles of judge, lawyer, and jury, students learn about the legal system.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Snippets of Learning
    History comes alive as the people of America's past come to life to tell their unique and powerful stories. This series of historical snapshots—each designed to stand alone—targets significant events in history.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Shamu TV: Saving a Species
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    2024 FCPS Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    What’s in a Name?
    The What's in a Name? series was created to commemorate, preserve, and educate viewers about the origin of the names of Fairfax County's public school buildings. Learn about historic plantations and farms, homes, mills, waterways, one-room schoolhouses, educators, authors, poets, famous Virginians, and more.
  • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Helping Your Child Cope with Stress
    Clinical Psychologist Lisa Bateman shares tips and strategies for helping families help children deal with anxiety and stress.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

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