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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Rolling Valley ES, West Springfield HS, and McNair ES. She watched the Madison HS girls basketball team win the state championship and participated in a panel as part of a…
FCPS School Board Approves Collective Bargaining
At their March 9, 2023, meeting, the Fairfax County School Board voted to approve a collective bargaining resolution.
New Virtual Mental Health Services Begin April 10
FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to begin offering virtual mental health services to all FCPS high school students.
Happy National School Social Work Week! 💐
March 5-11 is National School Social Work Week!
Celebrating Arts in Our Schools - And the Heroes Who Support Them
This month, we celebrate all art and music programs in our schools—and the FCPS Heroes who help our students learn and appreciate all forms of art
Partnership Update - March 2023
See what's happening in Business and Community Partnerships
School Board Meeting Highlights - March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023 - Regular Meeting
Out of This World Idea with a Local Impact: Middle School Students Use Vertical Farming System to Feed Families
Engineering students are using a futuristic farming method to grow food for the Luther Jackson Middle School food pantry.
Sleep Matters in Children and Youth
HEALTHY MINDS FEATURE --- Learn about the importance of sleep in children and youth leading healthy, happy, and productive lives...along with strategies to use to improve sleep if needed.
FCPS This Week - March 8
In this week's issue, find information on an upcoming Opioid Awareness Meeting, Kindergarten Registration, SACC Registration, and more.
Inspired by "ah-ha!" Moments
Initially, Mary Fernandez wasn't considering become a teacher. Learn about what inspired her.
Cappies Review of Pippin at Justice High School
Justice High School's production of Pippin is reviewed by Cappies critic Andrew Landrum of Herndon High School.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she attended an art awards ceremony, a student technology fair, a celebration for social workers, and a meeting with members of the Junior Achievement of Greater Washington.
Two FCPS Middle School Teachers Head Abroad on Fulbright Awards
Shannon Evans, French teacher at Thoreau Middle School, and Sulekha Subhash, emotional disabilities teacher at Luther Jackson Middle School, received Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Program awards.
FCPS This Week - March 1
In this issue, learn about the FY 2024 Advertised Budget, PreK Registration, Magnet School Lottery
Lifesaving Lessons Learned at Longfellow Middle School
Last week, Longfellow Middle School took part in an all-day CPR training event organized by Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation. The foundation was created in 2015 by Joel and Jennifer Griffin in honor of Gwyneth, their oldest daughter. Gwyneth collapsed unexpectedly during her middle school field day in 2012…
Teacher Loves Friendly Atmosphere and Community of Bucknell
What do you enjoy about working at your school? Share with us!
FCPS CARES - March 2023
FCPS CARES submissions for the month of March 2023.
5-4-3-2-1 Early Childhood Tips for Today: Music and Movement
5 things to know or do, 4 links to visit, 3 points to access research, 2 children read aloud, 1 video to view!
From FCPS Theater to HBO Max Series Regular
As part of Black History Month, FCPS staff recently interviewed Grace Duah, West Springfield High School Class of 2016 graduate and series regular on HBO Max’s Gossip Girl reboot.
Students Celebrate Black History Month with Family Reunion Event
The project focused on community and connections through art, music, and food.
“When I Sing, It Feels Like I Am Floating in a Space of My Own.”
Nine Daniels Run Elementary School students have been invited to perform at a national music teacher convention in Jacksonville, Florida.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited several schools, the FCPS warehouse and attended a community meeting with Fairfax Alliance of Black School Educators (FABSE).
FCPS High Schools Honored for Press Freedom
Three Fairfax County high schools—Chantilly, McLean, and West Springfield—are among 16 schools nationally that have been selected as 2023 First Amendment Press Freedom Award winners.
Fairfax County School Board Adopts FY 2024 Advertised Budget Focused on Student Success and Teacher Recruitment
The Fairfax County School Board adopted the FY 2024 Advertised Budget which prioritizes student achievement, and recruiting and retaining outstanding educators.
School Board Meeting Highlights - February 23, 2023
February 23, 2023 - Regular Meeting
"I want to make a difference"
Destinee Freeman, a fourth-grade teacher at Riverside Elementary School, shares why she became a teacher.
"Be Unhealthily Optimistic," Says FCPS Alum and Olympic Gold Medalist
Olympic gold medalist and South County High School alum Trevor Stewart is a talented track star who wants to help youth. We are thrilled to spotlight this remarkable FCPS alumnus as he discusses how FCPS has aided his success. Read more about Trevor's time in the Tokyo Olympics and his aspirations…
FCPS This Week - February 22
In this issue, read about earthquake relief, kindergarten registration, and a national mental health town hall.
Cooper Middle School Students Demonstrate Empathy, Compassion, Respect
Students at a number of FCPS schools are using their ethical and global citizen Portrait of a Graduate skills to aid those who were affected by a recent devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
Bus Drivers, We Appreciate You! 🚌
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
FCPS Students Receive 2023 Regional Scholastic Writing Awards
Fairfax County Public Schools student writers won 35 Gold Key awards in the 2023 Regional Scholastic Writing Awards competition. In all, 213 Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mentions were earned by FCPS students.
Dr. Heather Murphy, an "Institution" at TJHSST
"Our Heroes" celebrates Dr. Heather Murphy, certified athletic trainer at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
Becoming a Special Education Teacher - A Journey Across the World
Catherine Lee discovered FCPS as a parent, while looking for adequate care and education for her son with special needs. Her experience inspired her to become a teacher.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Lewis HS for a town hall on mental health and schools and she met with Cooper MS students working on an earthquake relief project. She also visited Mountain View…
Lewis HS Hosts Education Sec. Cardona, Surgeon General Murthy for National Mental Health Forum
During the event, panelists discussed the need for support in schools to address a mental health crisis occurring in teens.
Cappies Review of Clue: Onstage (High School Edition) by Edison High School
Nathan Bass of McLean High School gives us his review of Clue: Onstage (High School Edition), as performed by Edison High School.
Thank You to All Our School Resource Officers!
February 15 is School Resource Officer Appreciation Day
FCPS This Week - February 15
In this issue, learn about the 2023-24 School Year Calendar, how ESSER funds are helping students, and School-Zone Speed Cameras.
We ❤️ FCPS!
Across FCPS, there are many couples and families including FCPS employees. What do these families love about the division that keeps multiple people employed here?
“I Can Feel My Brain Getting Stronger:” ESSER Funds Help Students Make Big Gains In Small Group Work at Brookfield Elementary
Small groups of children across Fairfax County are receiving intervention services every day in reading or math, funded by federal aid intended to help students recover from the pandemic.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Bryant HS. She got a sneak peek at the art of student award winners and watched several high school basketball games.
Approved Calendar Focuses on Academic Excellence, Equity, and Opportunity for Next Three Years
The Fairfax County School Board approved a calendar for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years. Thank you for being a part of this important process and making your voice heard through the calendar survey and other feedback opportunities.
Approved Capital Improvement Program Adds New Schools, Advances Commitment to Student Success
Fairfax County School Board unanimously approved an annual update to the capital improvement program (CIP) that includes continuing work on upgrading school facilities across the County, the building of three new elementary schools, and acquiring land to be used for a new high school.
School Board Adopts a Calendar for Three School Years; Supports a Culture of Academic Excellence, Equity and Opportunity
The Fairfax County School Board has approved a school calendar for the 2023-24 school year and for the following two years. The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be August 21.
Partnership Update - February 2023
Learn more on the latest happenings with partnership activities in FCPS
School Board Meeting Highlights - February 9, 2023
February 9, 2023 - Regular Meeting
Thank You School Counselors!
Happy National School Counselor Week!
Historical Marker Contest Update
In 2022, area students submitted historical marker proposals to highlight the contributions of Black Americans in our communities; six markers were chosen to be installed in 2023.
In-Person Tutors Needed!
FCPS is actively recruiting qualified tutors to provide in-person academic support to small groups of students at schools that are being identified to have the greatest need. This tutoring program is intended to be high impact: relational, consistent, and targeted to each student.