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3 FCPS Teachers Among Wolf Trap Grant Winners for Performing Arts
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has awarded grants to 14 teachers at public high schools and middle schools in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., to fund music, dance, and theater projects in their classrooms. Three teachers at FCPS schools are among the grant recipients.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Dr. Reid writes about all the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week, she learned about puzzle cubes, visited schools and the FCPS warehouse, took in some playoff basketball games and an elementary school musical, did a breakfast food taste test, and more!
Twisting Toward His Goals: Irving Middle School Student Finds Academic Success Pursuing World Record
Sai Charan Kintali recently set a puzzle-solving record in the America Book of Records. He's now aiming for something much bigger.
Fairfax County Public Schools inspires and empowers students to meet high academic standards.
We're the 9th largest school system in the U.S. -- 199 schools
We teach nearly 183,000 enrolled students
FCPS employs over 25,000 full-time staff
Our school bus fleet is the largest in the country--over 1,600 buses
FCPS on the Move
These videos showcase our amazing students--and the staff that help make Fairfax County Public Schools a nationally recognized school division.
Tiffany Park is a dedicated and ambitious student who participated in the Thompson Hospitality Work-Based Learning program, gaining real-world experience beyond the classroom. Through her internship, she developed valuable professional skills, stepped out of her comfort zone, and discovered the impact of hands-on learning. Tiffany's journey showcases how work-based learning empowers students to take initiative, build confidence, and explore their career interests in a meaningful way. Her story is an inspiring example of how experiential learning prepares students for success in both academics and the workforce.
Meet Tanja Walden, a second-grade teacher at Newington Forest Elementary School—and the great-great-great niece of Frederick Douglass. In this powerful Black History Month piece for FCPS, she shares how her family legacy fuels her passion for education, literacy, and inspiring young minds. Watch as she reflects on Douglass’ resilience, the power of reading, and the importance of teaching Black history to all students.
This video showcases Fairfax County Public Schools Inclusive PreK programs across multiple schools, featuring three models: single teacher, itinerant, and paired classroom. Teachers and staff from Fort Belvoir Upper Elementary School, Woodburn Elementary School, and Clearview Elementary School share their experiences, highlighting effective strategies and key learnings. These programs aim to create natural, supportive environments where all learners, including those with special needs, can thrive through collaboration and individualized support
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