FCPS News

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of March 2023.

FCPS Cares for the month of July/August 2020.

In this issue, learn more about Middle School Sports, SR&R Updates, and Student Awards.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of October 2021.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she presented updates to FCPS' 2023-30 strategic plan, highlighted student achievements, and more!

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!

Akshita Balaji, 14, was the first Fairfax County Public School student in at least a decade to make it to the final 30 spellers in the contest.

The FCPS Cares Program is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. Read about some of our amazing staff here and consider submitting an outstanding employee for recognition.

FCPS Cares for the month of May 2021.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she hosted a Community Conversation, attended a graduation ceremony, and more!

With an "and-one" layup in overtime, the Madison Warhawks Girls Basketball Team defeated the Manchester Lancers (49-46) last week, making this their fourth consecutive state title. This was Madison’s ninth state final appearance—now the most in the history of Class 6 and the former Group AAA.

Students from 26 Fairfax County public schools have been named recipients of the 2024 Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County, designed to recognize young people who work as peacemakers.

Thank you to all the employees who have shared their stories over the last few months. We’ve compiled some of the inspirational stories we’ve received, and continue to encourage you to share your story of why you work for FCPS and/or who has inspired you on your journey.

Employee news for the week of April 18, 2022.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended theater productions, celebrated several Veterans Day events, and more!

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.

Play builds healthy minds and bodies for children.

FCPS Cares for the month of November 2019.

5 things to know or do, 4 links to visit, 3 points to access research, 2 children read aloud, 1 video to view!

In a Fairfax elementary classroom on a Friday in December, a pair of girls are teaching themselves sign language, while a boy across the aisle is building a replica of a CH-53 military helicopter and another group of students are making clothes for fairies using a tiny fashion bust.

A physical education program teaches some students how to ride bikes entirely, while more experienced riders learn hand signals for turns, safety rules and the meanings of various road signs.

Healthy Minds Feature - School refusal is one of the most difficult situations parents and educators encounter.

Churchill Road Elementary Student to Appear on Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship.

Dr. Reid writes a weekly blog to keep people up to date with all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week, she visited Chantilly HS, Chantilly Academy, and Greenbriar East ES. She joined Educate Fairfax for their “Leaders and Learners: Education is Everyone’s…

FCPS Cares for the month of February 2020.

FCPS Cares for the month of March 2020.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of December 2021.

Healthy Minds Feature - Any Fairfax County parent may schedule a virtual consultation with a school psychologist or school social worker to get the support needed to help their child.

FCPS Cares for the month of March 2021.

In this issue, find stories on new menu options, AI classes, and the upcoming solar eclipse.

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog to keep people up to date with all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Oakton HS, Justice HS, and Glasgow MS. She also did a bus ride along and hosted the inaugural Superintendent’s Roundtables with School…

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of January 2023.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she appeared on the “Connect with County Leaders” podcast, met with local organizations at the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, and shared awards that FCPS teams and students…

As the weather turns warmer, some FCPS principals are utilizing outdoor space to create an alternative learning environment surrounded by nature, part of a successful pilot program due to be expanded this summer and fall.

FCPS was recently made aware of an antisemitic incident. Superintendent Reid is committed to ensuring that Fairfax County Public Schools values all students' identities and creates a safe learning environment.

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.

FCPS Cares for the month of February 2021.

Healthy Minds Feature - Additional resources related to the FCPS Healthy Minds Blog

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of April 2022.

FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid responded in a letter to questions asked by the Virginia Secretary of Education.

In this issue, read about student, teacher, and nurse celebrations; help raise awareness of fentanyl; and the 2025 FCPS budget.

On May 17, special education students and their peer partners from several Northern Virginia schools will compete in the Little Feet Meet's running/walking events as well long jump, softball throw, and other activities.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of November 2022.

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.

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.

In this special edition issue, read about our School Board Approved 2023-30 Strategic Plan and Summer Resources for families.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of May 2022.

The students' website, ScamCops, won the 2024 Fairfax Area Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended several graduations, an International Night, scholarship ceremonies, and more!

Retiree Bunni Cooper Left Behind a 23-Year World Bank Career to Support Bull Run Elementary as a Near Daily Substitute Teacher.