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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she helped host the FCPS Retirement Ceremony, attended several student theater productions, and more!
School Board Seeking Applicants for Facilities Planning Advisory Council (May 2024)
The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for a Providence District member, Springfield District member, Sully District member, and At-Large member (McElveen). FPAC advises and informs FCPS…
Megan Sawant to Serve as 2024-25 Student School Board Representative
Megan Sawant, a junior at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, has been elected by the countywide Student Advisory Council to serve a one-year term as student representative to the Fairfax County School Board, beginning July 1.
FCPS CARES - May 2024
FCPS CARES submissions for the month of May 2024.
Important Immunization Requirement: Do You Have a Student Entering Seventh Grade or Twelfth Grade This Fall?
Seventh grade students cannot begin school in August without documentation of the Tdap booster and Meningococcal vaccine, and twelfth grade students also need documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.
FCPS This Week - May 1, 2024
In this issue, find resources for how to finish the year strong, no-cost therapy for high schoolers, and required immunizations for rising 7th and 12th graders.
School Lunch Hero Makes Lunch Awesome
Friday, May 3, is School Lunch Hero Day. Between preparing healthy meals for America’s students, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, school nutrition professionals — like Mijin Lee, food services kitchen manager at Oakton…
Hard Work Pays Off: Centreville Elementary School Releases Classroom-Raised Trout
After spending months raising trout in classroom fish tanks, students at Centreville Elementary School see the results of their environmentally-conscious work when they release the trout into a natural stream.
FCPS Students Take Top Honors at Virginia FBLA State Leadership Conference
Twenty four FCPS students won first place awards at the 2024 Virginia Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference held recently in Reston. More than 100 students placed in the top four in their event and qualified to compete in the FBLA National Leadership Conference in…
Fairfax County Public Schools Names New Chief Human Resources Officer
Superintendent Dr. Michelle C. Reid has named William Solomon, who currently serves as executive director of Talent Acquisition in Houston Independent School District, to the role of chief human resources officer, effective June 3.
Madison, Marshall, TJHSST Students Win Grand Prizes at Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair
Students from Madison High School, Marshall High School, and Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology captured grand prize awards at the 2024 Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair held at Old Dominion University.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended an Arbor Day proclamation, visited several schools, and more!
School Board Meeting Highlights - April 25, 2024
April 25, 2024 - Regular Meeting Highlights
FCPS This Week - April 25, 2024
In this issue, read about the winners of National Merit Corporate-Sponsored Scholarships, the 2024 Washington Post Teacher of the Year, online registration, and more!
FCPS Adapted Physical Education Teacher Named National Teacher of the Year by SHAPE
Cadi Doyle, an adapted physical education teacher at Waples Mill and Oakton elementary schools, has been named the National Teacher of the Year for Adapted Physical Education by the Society of Health and Physical Educators.
Seven FCPS Students Named Winners of 2024 National Merit Corporate-Sponsored Scholarships
Seven Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) students have been awarded 2024 corporate-sponsored scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Colin Powell Elementary School Teacher Named 2024 Washington Post Teacher of the Year
Laura Senturia, a fourth-grade teacher at Colin Powell Elementary School, has been named the 2024 Washington Post Teacher of the Year.
Get2Green Leader Enjoys All the Possibilities of Connecting Students with Nature
Erika Thompson has always loved spending time outside and growing plants. As an advanced academic resource teacher at Forest Edge Elementary School, she has found a way to combine that interest with her role as an educator through Get2Green.
The Spirit of Woodson High School
Wednesday, April 24, is Administrative Professionals Day. Thank you to all the FCPS employees who support our schools and offices and keep things running smoothly. Read about Alexa Pugnetti, named the 2023 Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee at FCPS Honors.
FCPS Named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year
Fairfax County Public Schools has been selected as a 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year winner for Sustained Excellence. This award is reserved for ENERGY STAR® partners demonstrating outstanding leadership, year over year.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended several student performances, hosted a Community Conversation, and more!
FCPS This Week - April 18, 2024
In this issue, learn about spring assessments, the Family Summit, and community forums on middle school start times.
Offers Extended to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Class of 2028
Offers for admission to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology went to 550 students, including students from each of FCPS’ middle schools.
FCPS Students Selected for 2024 All-Virginia Band, Orchestra, and Chorus
One hundred eighty-one FCPS students have been selected to perform at the 2024 All-Virginia Band, Chorus, and Orchestra event which will take place April 18-20 in Richmond.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended an inclusion track meet, hosted an Employee Conversation, and more!
School Board Meeting Highlights - April 11, 2024
April 11, 2024 - Regular Meeting Highlights
🏛️ My First Year Episode 5: A Day at the Museum
Though each day may feel full of discovery for students in Ms. Vivi’s third grade classroom, that feeling of discovery was taken up a notch when the class took their first field trip to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
FCPS This Week - April 11, 2024
In this issue, learn about an upcoming school health survey, events and webinars for families, and recent awards granted to FCPS.
Bearded Dragon Helps Everyone Feel Welcome at Katherine Johnson Library
This week is National Library Week. In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth. Read how Katherine Johnson Middle School welcomes the…
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she attended association leadership meetings for the Middle School Principals Association and High School Principals Association. She also hosted two Employee Conversations.
FCPS Named One of the Best Communities for Music Education by NAMM
Fairfax County Public Schools has been honored by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation as one of the Best Communities for Music Education.
Centreville Prom Dress Shop Opens With Hundreds of Dresses
Marketing students from Centreville High School and the Fair Oaks Classroom on the Mall program will open their Prom Dress Shop for the prom season on Friday, April 5, at Centreville High School.
FCPS This Week - April 3, 2024
In this issue, read about Month of the Military Child and how schools are prioritizing attendance and teaching real-world math skills.
Two FCPS School Counseling Programs Awarded 2024 RAMP Designation
Two Fairfax County Public Schools school counseling programs have been recognized by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) as model programs and were awarded the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation for 2024 for successfully demonstrating how their comprehensive school…
FCPS CARES - April 2024
FCPS CARES submissions for the month of April 2024.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited schools, hosted a Community Conversation focused on addressing the opioid crisis, and more!
Military Kids Club Helps Students Bond Over Moves, Parent Deployment Stress and Shipping Pets Across Country
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community.
Bryant Administrator Leads With Her Heart
April 1-5 is National Assistant Principals Week, honoring the enormous contributions of assistant principals to student success. Last year, Bryant High School Assistant Principal Karen Hertel was selected as the Outstanding School-Based Leader at FCPS Honors, the annual celebration of outstanding…
FCPS This Week - March 27, 2024
In this issue, learn about the extension of the family engagement survey, online registration, and upcoming holidays.
Act of Violence in Our Community
I’m sure that many of you have seen news reports of a shooting Wednesday afternoon that tragically and senselessly took a young life. This incident has deeply impacted our Herndon and Westfield school communities, as well as our community as a whole.
School Board Seeking Applicants for Facilities Planning Advisory Council (March 2024)
The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for a Providence District member and a Sully District member. FPAC advises and informs FCPS staff and the School Board in the development of…
School Board Meeting Highlights - March 21, 2024
March 21, 2024 - Regular Meeting Highlights
Justice High School Teacher Receives Award From National Science Teaching Association
Kirsten Salonga, an ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) environmental science and biology teacher at Justice High School, has been named one of six winners of the National Science Teaching Association’s (NSTA) 2023 Robert E. Yager Exemplary Teaching Award.
FCPS This Week - March 20, 2024
In this issue, read about student award winners, updated COVID recommendations, and community forums on middle school start times.
🚀 Honoring the Legacy of Katherine Johnson and Women’s History Month
In honor of National Women's History Month, we are celebrating Katherine Johnson, an American mathematician and aerospace technologist.
Making a Masterpiece: South Lakes Students “Find Their Language” in Inclusive Fine Arts Class
It's a special Fine Arts class — it's calming and encouraging, and it's for anyone.
Nine FCPS Projects Earn Grand Prize Award in 2024 Regional Science and Engineering Fair
The 69th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair showcased more than 300 high school science projects. Roughly 400 students presented their research projects in a wide variety of science and engineering fields. Nine FCPS projects received Grand Prize awards.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended a Pi Day celebration, visited Fort Belvoir Primary and Upper for Month of the Military Child, and more!
FCPS This Week - March 13, 2024
In this week's issue, read about the county's funding of the FCPS budget, literacy development, and measles prevention.
Cappies Review of Pride and Prejudice at Robinson Secondary School
The Cappies is a program through which high school theater and journalism students are trained as critics, attend shows at other schools, write reviews, and publish those reviews in local newspapers. There are fifteen Cappies chapters across the United States and Canada. Addie Harris of McLean High…