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School Photos 3-25-21
Today's photo gallery includes images of students settling back into their routines at school -- at lunch, on the playground, and in class.
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Payton's Tips on Return to School Stress
We asked students at West Potomac HS to share their advice on mental health and wellness.
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FCPS This Week - March 24, 2021
Check out this week's issue of FCPS This Week (formerly Return to School News) for information on encouraging guidance from the Centers for Disease Control on social distancing in schools, the approval of the 2021-22 school year calendar, grading policy changes, and SOL testing.
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The Two Fundamental Concepts of Balance
In order to help maintain balance in our lives, it is important to remember the value of leaning on others for support and relying on these two powerful concepts: consistency and acceptance.
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Verbs from FCPS Tagline Resonate for Capital One Volunteers
The Capital One Coders program is part of the company's Impact Initiative, created to advance socioeconomic mobility by advocating for an inclusive society, building thriving communities, and creating financial tools that enrich lives.
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School Photos 3-17-21
In today's photo gallery, students are being welcomed back to school, are learning and playing outdoors on warm spring days, and are practicing yoga in person and virtually.
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Sean's Suggestions for Mental Health and Wellness
Students share the ways that they stay connected and support their mental health and wellness during the pandemic.
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School Photos 3-16-21
Take a look at celebrations of the 100th day of school, Read Across America Day, and students enjoying being back in school in today's photo gallery.
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FCPS Winter 2021 Virginia High School League Sports Champions
FCPS student-athletes had a highly successful winter 2020-21 sports season. Six FCPS teams and 35 individuals won the Virginia High School League (VHSL) championships in their respective sports.
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Positive Psychology as the Key to Well Being
We can not only increase our happiness, but also find ways to thrive and flourish in times of challenge and adversity.
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School Photos 3-10-21
See students being welcomed back to school and hard at work in school buildings in today's photo gallery.
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School Photos 3-8-21
See students being greeted when returning to school, hard at work in class, and participating in Read Across America celebrations.
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School Photos 3-3-21
See students at work and students and teachers back in the classroom as return to school continues.
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Spotlight on Equity in Education: Meet Shannon Merriweather
Shannon Merriweather is one of five equity specialists in FCPS; she serves the schools and staff members in Region 3.
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FCPS Cares - March 2021
FCPS Cares for the month of March 2021.
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School Photos 3-2-21
Students continue to be welcomed back to school; some images of them at work and at play are included in this photo gallery.
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School Photo Gallery for the Week of February 25
Take a look at images from the schools as students returned to class this week and our hard-working custodians were honored during Custodian Appreciation Week.
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Sharp as a Tack is Sharp as a GrandInvolve Volunteer
GrandInvolve works solely with retired senior citizens in search of meaningful volunteer opportunities into the classrooms of FCPS Title I elementary schools.
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Cappies Review of Fairfax High School's Production of Good Afternoon, Angel
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. This review of Fairfax High School's virtual production of Good Afternoon, Angel is written by Emilia Ermanoski of…
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EduTutorVA’s Quick Ascent Lifts Students
EduTutorVA has progressed quickly as a resource for students who have been adversely affected by the pandemic.
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Fairfax County Student Representative to the School Board Fulfills Campaign Promise
Buy a Book, Build a Future
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Photos 2-12-21
In today's photo gallery, see celebrations of Valentine's Day and the Lunar New Year, and images of students back in school.
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Photos 2-10-21
In today's photo gallery, see students at work, teachers collaborating and celebrating, and members of the community making donations to help students.
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Vaccination Update for Staff
Stay informed on the vaccination process through Inova and the Fairfax County Health Department.
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Photos 2-3-21
See how students enjoyed this week's snowfall, celebrated Groundhog Day, and are contributing to the community in today's photo gallery.
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Does My Child Have a Mental Health Concern?
Learn about signs that may indicate your child has a mental health concern and where to get help.
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FCPS Celebrates Black History Month
Superintendent Brabrand shares a message with staff about the importance of FCPS celebrating Black History Month.
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FCPS Cares - February 2021
FCPS Cares for the month of February 2021.
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Photos 1-29-21
Today's gallery features images from Principal Appreciation Week as well as a science experiment, a student sharing his hobby, and library book pickup.
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Mini-Grants Available for Youth-Led Anti-Stigma Initiatives
These mini-grants will fund up to $1000 for youth-planned, youth-led projects. Proposals are due Monday, February 8, 2021.
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Photos 1-21-21
Today's photo gallery features a student with her original I Have a Dream drawing, teachers enjoying paint night and cheering for their favorite pro football team, and an elementary principal hosting a cooking show for students.
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Arts Alive: Cappies Review of Stellar Mind by Fairfax High 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. This review of Fairfax High School's virtual production of Stellar Mind is written by Zander Kuebler of Thomas Jefferson…
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FCPS Cares - January 2021
FCPS Cares for the month of January 2021.
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FCPS Cares - December 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of December 2020.
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FCPS Cares - November 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of November 2020.
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FCPS Cares - October 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of October 2020.
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FCPS Cares - September 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of September 2020.
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FCPS Cares - July 2020 / August 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of July/August 2020.
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FCPS Cares – Going the Distance!
FCPS Cares–Going the Distance! Since schools and offices physically closed in March, countless FCPS staff members have put in a herculean effort to support students, parents, and their FCPS colleagues during this challenging time. Consider recognizing these outstanding staff members by completing…
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FCPS Cares - June 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of June 2020.
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TJHSST Offers Admission to 486 Students
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has offered admission to 486 students for the Class of 2024 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
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FCPS Cares - May 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of May 2020.
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FCPS Cares - April 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of April 2020.
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FCPS Cares - March 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of March 2020.
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FCPS Cares - February 2020
FCPS Cares for the month of February 2020.
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FCPS Cares - December 2019/January 2020
FCPS Cares for the months of December 2019 and January 2020.
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FCPS Cares - November 2019
FCPS Cares for the month of November 2019.
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FCPS Cares - October 2019
FCPS Cares for the month of October 2019.
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FCPS Cares - September 2019
FCPS Cares for the month of September 2019.
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FCPS Cares - July/August 2019
FCPS Cares for the months of July and August.