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Approved Capital Improvement Program Adds New Schools, Advances Commitment to Student Success
The Fairfax County School Board approved an annual update to the capital improvement program (CIP) that includes new school construction and/or repurposing, capacity enhancements, and renovations.
Building Relationships and Increasing Safety Every Day: Thank You School Resource Officers
February 15 is School Resource Officer (SRO) Appreciation Day. The SROs who work in Fairfax County public schools are sworn police officers with the Fairfax County Police Department. Thank you, Officer Brian Sehrer at Frost Middle School, and all our SROs, for the work you do in our schools every…
With “Trout in the Classroom,” Centreville Students Take a Crash Course in Environmental Science
Students in suburban Centreville raised trout to release in a rural Virginia stream. Through it all, they learned a valuable lesson in caring for the environment.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited elementary schools, presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 proposed budget, shared a Fairfax Inspires moment at Mount Vernon High School, and more!
School Board Seeking Applicants for Facilities Planning Advisory Council (February 2024)
The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for an At-Large member, Providence District member, and a Sully District member. FPAC advises and informs FCPS staff and the School Board in the…
We 💗 FCPS Families
FCPS is home to many families who have multiple members working for the district. We invited employees to be celebrated this Valentine's Day for their love and dedication not just to each other, but also to FCPS. Read some of their stories in this blog.
Superintendent Proposes Needs-Based Budget Focused on Educational Excellence for All Students and Competitive Compensation
The Proposed Budget of $3.8 billion marks an increase of 8.6% over the FY 2024 Approved Budget.
School Board Meeting Highlights - February 8, 2024
February 8, 2024 - Regular Meeting Highlights
Sharing Culture and Wishing Every Young Person Well
Sara Tae has worked in the Family and School Partnerships office for more than 18 years. In her role as a cultural outreach team member, she enjoys supporting families and the community by providing connections and resources. In her cultural outreach role, Sara has led many cultural initiatives and…
FCPS This Week - February 7, 2024
In this issue, learn about summer camps and learning opportunities, magnet schools, and how to find teacher-referred tutoring for your student.
FCPS Student Teams Win Five of Seven Top Awards in Regional MATHCOUNTS Competition
Student teams from Fairfax County Public Schools won five of the top seven awards in the Northern Virginia Regional MATHCOUNTS competition, held recently at Chantilly High School.
Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. From Tech Adventures for elementary students to self-directed economics and personal finance for high-schoolers, the learning doesn't have to stop during the summer…
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she celebrated Annandale High School's Annie Ray, winner of the 2024 GRAMMY Music Educator Award, visited schools, and more!
School Counseling Week - Thank You to Our Counselors!
February 5-9 is National School Counseling Week, highlighting school counselors' tremendous impact in helping students achieve academic success and planning for a career. Read about some of our exemplary school counselors.
"Math Is All Around Us," FCPS Teacher Uses Football to Teach Pythagorean Theorem
A Mantua Elementary School teacher draws on his NFL past with the Green Bay Packers to help teach geometry.
Student Art on Display at Dulles Airport. Art for Art's Sake? No.
Hear students describe art pieces they submitted for the Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards that are now on display at Dulles International Airport.
FCPS CARES - February 2024
FCPS CARES submissions for the month of February 2024.
Beloved Annandale High School Music Teacher Scoops Prestigious Educator GRAMMY
Annandale High School Orchestra Director Annie Ray will accept the award, recognizing her work with children with disabilities, on Sunday in Los Angeles.
Seeking Help Is a Learned Skill
Encourage young people to reach out for help, proactively tell them where to find it, and be available when they need it.
FCPS This Week - January 31, 2024
In this issue, learn how to see the superintendent present next year's budget, a career exploration event for students, and the Here Comes the Bus app.
🎃 🎄 My First Year Episode 4: The Seasons of Learning
Ms. Vivi is back and ready to celebrate the seasons of learning. Watch how Ms. Vivi keeps the magic of the holidays alive in her classroom. Stay tuned for an insightful look into how Ms. Vivi celebrates the holidays and nurtures a passion for learning among her students.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she highlighted student successes, shared updates on inclusive pre-K at Thursday's School Board meeting, and more!
Eleven Schools Receive FCPS School Communications Awards
Fairfax County Public Schools presented 11 schools with awards for outstanding school communications at the School Communicators Conference. The 2023 Awards of Communication Excellence celebrate the creation of excellent website, newsletter, and social media content that informs and engages readers…
School Board Meeting Highlights - January 25, 2024
January 25, 2024 - Regular Meeting Highlights
West Springfield High School Student Named to U.S. Senate Youth Program
Caleb Quiroga, a senior at West Springfield High School, is one of two Virginia high school students named to the U.S. Senate Youth Program.
Cappies Review of "Annie" at Falls Church 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 in local newspapers. Take a look at this review of Falls Church High School's production of Annie, written by Malyha…
Once an Atom, Always an Atom: Annandale Graduate Returns as a Teacher
Last August, Sandra Benitez excitedly started her first day of school as a high school teacher. However, some of the usual anxieties were at bay because she was returning to a familiar environment. Four years after graduating from Annandale High School, Sandra returned to the school as a U.S…
Offering Students Love, Empathy, and Compassion
FCPS MentorWorks program helps eliminate gaps in opportunity, access, and achievement through mentoring. Every student in FCPS should be able to name an adult in their community they can talk to. MentorWorks is looking for non-school-based staff to offer at least 30 minutes of their time a week to…
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited several schools, met with families, and more!
FCPS This Week - January 18, 2024
In this issue, learn about Proposed Construction, Renovation, and Enhancements; More Electric Buses; and a Teacher Job Fair.
Proposed Capital Improvement Program Supports Students and Environmental Sustainability
FCPS’ proposed FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) represents a commitment to providing equitable access to high-quality public school environments for all students.
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited several schools, shared divisionwide information at Thursday's School Board meeting, and more!
School Board Meeting Highlights - January 11, 2024
January 11, 2024 - Regular Meeting Highlights
Karl Frisch Becomes Fairfax County School Board Chair; Melanie Meren Elected Vice Chair
The Fairfax County School Board elected Karl Frisch (Providence District representative) chair and Melanie Meren (Hunter Mill District representative) vice chair.
35 Teachers Earn or Renew Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Thirty-five Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) teachers have achieved or renewed certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).
Eight FCPS Students Among Nation’s Top 300 Teen Scientists
Eight FCPS students have been named among the nation's top 300 teen scientists in the 2024 Regeneron Science Talent Search.
Thank You, Outstanding Principals!
Virginia School Principals Week is Sunday, January 14, to Saturday, January 22. In this blog, read about two of FCPS' outstanding principals!
FCPS This Week - January 10, 2024
In this week's issue, learn about Tutor.com, the Gap Year Fair, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
🥁 Oakton Marching Cougars Win Metallica Band Competition
The Oakton High School Marching Cougars, a prestigious 25-year Virginia Honor Band, has been chosen as the winner of Metallica's inaugural marching band competition, For Whom the Band Tolls. Members of the band Metallica, a heavy metal group formed in the 1980s, chose the overall winner from among…
Happy New Year, Happy Healthy Minds!
Let's make 2024 the year of healthy minds! We can start by making use of the power of gratitude.
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 girls varsity basketball game, shared a Fairfax Inspires moment, and more!
School Board Seeking Applicants for Facilities Planning Advisory Council
The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for an At-Large member, Providence District member, and a Sully District member. FPAC advises and informs FCPS staff and the School Board in the…
FCPS This Week - January 3, 2024
In this week's issue, read about Dual Language Immersion lottery registration, a Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs, and college resources.
Registration for 2024-25 Dual Language Immersion Programs to Open January 22
Registration for Dual Language Immersion programs for the 2024-25 school year will open on January 22.
Cappies Review of Much Ado About Nothing at South County High School
Josephin Friedrich of Langley High School provides her review of South County High School's production of the Shakespearean comedy Much Ado About Nothing.
Learning Life Skills On the Job: Student Interns Get School Support for Success at Work
Cedar Lane School students gain skills through supervised internships at local businesses.
Middle School Band Director Inspires Students to “Feel the Magic”
When Tiffany Hitz was in high school, she wasn’t sure if she wanted to be a music or math teacher. In the end, a practical decision helped her decide. “As it turns out, there are not a lot of math education scholarships and there are a lot of music scholarships … especially if you play the French…
Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she met with FCPS alum James Wrobeh, celebrated retired FCPS educator Billie Myler, and shared her wishes for a happy New Year!
5-4-3-2-1 Early Childhood Tips for Today: Picky Eating!
5 things to know or do, 4 links to visit, 3 points to access research, 2 children read aloud, 1 video to view!
5-4-3-2-1 Early Childhood Tips for Today: STEAM
5 things to know or do, 4 children's read alouds, 3 links to visit, 2 points to access research, 1 video to view!