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Schedule for November 18-24, 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
    Brainworks
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 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.
  • 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
    Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts through hands-on experiences and visits to museums and art galleries.
  • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    The Cappies 2024
    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.
  • 6:00 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: 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, honor, 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.

  • 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
    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.
  • 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, honor, 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
    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.
  • 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.

  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    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.
  • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    The Cappies 2024
    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.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 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 - 8:00 PM
    2024 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 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, honor, 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.

  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    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.”
  • 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 2024
    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.

  • 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
    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.
  • 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 - 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 - 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, honor, 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.

  • 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
    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.
  • 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 - 12:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 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.
  • 12:30 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 - 6:00 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 - 7:00 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.
  • 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.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    APTV: Unstoppable - The Road to Women's Rights
    Produced by Alabama Public Television, Unstoppable: The Road to Women’s Rights will focus on the women’s suffrage movement, the struggle for women’s equality and the role of women in politics today.
  • 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.
  • 10:00 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.

  • 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 - 11:00 AM
    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.
  • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    The Cappies 2024
    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.
  • 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 through 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 - 9:30 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.
  • 9:30 PM - 10:30 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.
  • 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 November 25-December 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    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.
  • 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 - 11:30 AM
    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.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 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
    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.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:15 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.
  • 2:15 PM - 3:30 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.
  • 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
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Academic Success & Mental Health
    Dr. Tracy Cross, the keynote speaker, is the president of the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and executive director of the Center for Gifted Education at the College of William and Mary, discusses academic success and performance perfection among students and the often resulting feelings of inadequacy and/or performance anxiety.
  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    2024 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2024
    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.

  • 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 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.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 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.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 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.
  • 11:30 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 - 12:30 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires
     
  • 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, honor, 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 - 3:00 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.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 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 - 6:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    The SCI Files series integrates science, technology, and mathematics. The programs emphasize research and standards-based instruction, problem-based learning, and scientific inquiry. Educator guides supplement the 60-minute programs.
  • 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
    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.
  • 8:00 PM - 8:30 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.
  • 8:30 PM - 10:00 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.
  • 10:00 PM - 10:30 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.”
  • 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.

  • 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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.
  • 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
    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
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 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
    Music in the Life of Eisenhower
    General Eisenhower’s use of music to maintain the morale of American troops in World War II is vividly illustrated by the Airmen of Note, performing Glenn Miller hits. The Virginia Chamber Orchestra and select Pro Coro Singers sample Eisenhower's musical favorites. In-studio experts, students, and moderator Robert Aubry Davis examine Eisenhower’s rise to the top five U.S. presidents in polls by leading historians. Free Study Guide and Lesson Plans are available on the VCO website.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    The SCI Files series integrates science, technology, and mathematics. The programs emphasize research and standards-based instruction, problem-based learning, and scientific inquiry. Educator guides supplement the 60-minute programs.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 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.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 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.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 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.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
    Community Keynotes: Managing Stress
    Tara Brach, Ph.D., a nationally recognized mindfulness teacher and author of Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha and True Refuge: Finding Peace & Freedom in Your Own Awakened Heart, discusses how practicing mindfulness can help improve a student’s ability to respond to events and circumstances with clarity and balance. She also presents scientific evidence that supports the benefits of mindfulness.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 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.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Tricked: Inside the World of Teen Sex Trafficking 
    TRICKED is a collection of segments produced by Fairfax County Public Schools to educate students about the scouting and trapping techniques that traffickers use in order to help them protect themselves.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Encouraging Words: Language Developmentfrom Birth to Age 5
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills.

  • 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    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.
  • 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 - 2:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2024
    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.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 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.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Music in the Life on Eisenhower
    General Eisenhower’s use of music to maintain the morale of American troops in World War II is vividly illustrated by the Airmen of Note, performing Glenn Miller hits. The Virginia Chamber Orchestra and select Pro Coro Singers sample Eisenhower's musical favorites. In-studio experts, students, and moderator Robert Aubry Davis examine Eisenhower’s rise to the top five U.S. presidents in polls by leading historians.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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.
  • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    2024 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 1, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 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.”
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 8:00 PM - 0.875
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 0.875 - 10:15 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.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

  • 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 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.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    BrainWorks 
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    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.
  • 11:30 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 - 12:30 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires
     
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 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.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    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.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 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.”
  • 3:30 PM - 4:30 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.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 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.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 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.
  • 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
    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 - 8:00 PM
    Small Business 21st Century
    Small Business 21st Century provides viewers with information and education about various aspects of financial literacy regarding retirement, long-term care, healthcare, and living benefits strategies for individuals and families on Main Street. Small business development and sustainability is also a very critical aspect of this programming outreach.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Meeting the Needs of Struggling Readers
    Speaking at the 11th Annual Special Education Conference: Parents + Educators + Students = Success, Dr. Jan Hasbrouck describes the characteristics of students who become struggling readers and presents research-supported and classroom-proven approaches to successfully address these students' needs.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Academic Success & Mental Health
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 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.

  • 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    At Home with Visual Arts
    Each program demonstrates family activities that foster an appreciation of the arts through 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
    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
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 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.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 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.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    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.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    NASA SCI Files: The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    The SCI Files series integrates science, technology, and mathematics. The programs emphasize research and standards-based instruction, problem-based learning, and scientific inquiry. Educator guides supplement the 60-minute programs.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 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.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Scott the Nature Guy
    Learn about nature with FCPS's Scott the Nature Guy.
  • 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 - 5:30 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.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Hot Topics with The Improv Troupe
    The Improv Troupe that highlights issues students face every day. Students learn to develop strategies toward solution of the characters' problems and similar issues in their daily lives.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
     
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2024
    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.

  • 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
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 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
    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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    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.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    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.”
  • 11:00 AM - 12:15 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.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 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.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 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.
  • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2024
    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.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Hot Topics with The Improv Troupe
    The Improv Troupe that highlights issues students face every day. Students learn to develop strategies toward solution of the characters' problems and similar issues in their daily lives.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 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.”
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 8:00 PM - 0.875
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 0.875 - 10:15 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.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

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