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Today's photo gallery includes images of students settling back into their routines at school -- at lunch, on the playground, and in class.

We asked students at West Potomac HS to share their advice on mental health and wellness.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Students share the ways that they stay connected and support their mental health and wellness during the pandemic.

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.

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. 

We can not only increase our happiness, but also find ways to thrive and flourish in times of challenge and adversity.

See students being welcomed back to school and hard at work in school buildings in today's photo gallery.

See students being greeted when returning to school, hard at work in class, and participating in Read Across America celebrations.

See students at work and students and teachers back in the classroom as return to school continues.

Shannon Merriweather is one of five equity specialists in FCPS; she serves the schools and staff members in Region 3.

FCPS Cares for the month of March 2021.

Students continue to be welcomed back to school; some images of them at work and at play are included in this photo gallery.

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.

GrandInvolve works solely with retired senior citizens in search of meaningful volunteer opportunities into the classrooms of FCPS Title I elementary schools.

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…

EduTutorVA has progressed quickly as a resource for students who have been adversely affected by the pandemic.

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In today's photo gallery, see celebrations of Valentine's Day and the Lunar New Year, and images of students back in school.

In today's photo gallery, see students at work, teachers collaborating and celebrating, and members of the community making donations to help students.

Stay informed on the vaccination process through Inova and the Fairfax County Health Department.

See how students enjoyed this week's snowfall, celebrated Groundhog Day, and are contributing to the community in today's photo gallery.

Learn about signs that may indicate your child has a mental health concern and where to get help.

Superintendent Brabrand shares a message with staff about the importance of FCPS celebrating Black History Month.

FCPS Cares for the month of February 2021.

Today's gallery features images from Principal Appreciation Week as well as a science experiment, a student sharing his hobby, and library book pickup.

These mini-grants will fund up to $1000 for youth-planned, youth-led projects. Proposals are due Monday, February 8, 2021.

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.

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…

FCPS Cares for the month of January 2021.

FCPS Cares for the month of December 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of November 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of October 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of September 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of July/August 2020.

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…

FCPS Cares for the month of June 2020.

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.

FCPS Cares for the month of May 2020.

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FCPS Cares for the month of March 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of February 2020.

FCPS Cares for the months of December 2019 and January 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of November 2019.

FCPS Cares for the month of October 2019.

FCPS Cares for the month of September 2019.

FCPS Cares for the months of July and August.