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A Man With a Healthy Plan: Welcoming FCPS’ New Head of Food and Nutrition Services
FCPS has a new executive director of Food and Nutrition Services. Shaun Sawko is excited to make some significant changes to the food our students receive in school.
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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended Chantilly High School's Open House, an advisory meeting for Think Big for Kids (a nonprofit which has partnered with FCPS, local businesses, and the Fairfax County…
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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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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!
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Veterans Day in Schools 2023
Get a glimpse of Veterans Day (Saturday, November 11) happenings throughout the school division as students paid tribute to our veterans. These photos and events capture the genuine appreciation and recognition of those who have served.
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FCPS This Week - November 8, 2023
In this issue, read about the School Bond Referendum passing, National Merit Commended Scholars, and veteran staff and volunteers at one local school.
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Virginia Board of Education Honors 25 FCPS Schools with Exemplar Awards
Twenty-five Fairfax County public schools have been awarded a 2023 Virginia Board of Education Exemplar Award. Four schools received the Highest Achievement Exemplar Award, and 21 received the Continuous Improvement Exemplar Award.
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Honoring Erin: A Student’s Legacy Lives on in the Westfield Pyramid
A former FCPS parent is committed to making a difference in the Westfield High School pyramid after experiencing tremendous grief. Celeste Peterson lost her daughter, Westfield graduate Erin Peterson, in the tragic shooting at Virginia Tech in 2007.
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Employee News for the Week of April 11, 2022
News for employees for the week of April 11, 2022.
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FCPS Student Artists Earn 30 National Scholastic Art Awards
Twenty-six students from Fairfax County public schools earned 30 national medals in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards program.
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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 Whitman MS, Franklin MS, Rocky Run MS, Crossfield ES, and Waples Mill ES. She watched swimming and wrestling events, and she met with representatives from the…
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Custodians, We Appreciate You!
This custodian appreciation day, we offer thanks to our colleagues in custodial services. NBC4 highlighted two of our recent FCPS Honors winners last week.
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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?
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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 Pi Day celebration, visited Fort Belvoir Primary and Upper for Month of the Military Child, and more!
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FCPS Cares - November 2019
FCPS Cares for the month of November 2019.
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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.
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School Board Meeting Highlights - December 15, 2022
December 15, 2022 - Regular Meeting
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Lake Braddock Orchestra Director receives Virginia House Resolution
Clayton Allen, orchestra director at Lake Braddock, recently received a Virginia House Resolution for his orchestra.
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FCPS this Week e-newsletter - September 22, 2021
Check out this week's issue for information on StreamIN/CheckIN, student vaccine updates, an update to the definition of the COVID-19 close contact definition, and the Mental Health and Wellness Conference.
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School Board Approves FY 2022-26 Capital Improvement Program
The Fairfax County School Board has approved FCPS Fiscal Year 2022-26 Capital Improvement Program.
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FCPS This Week e-newsletter - February 23, 2022
Information on COVID-19 relief funding, the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, registration for IFTA and EIFTA, donating cars to the student Auto Tech program, and a reminder about an upcoming student holiday.
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"The Epitome of a Dedicated and Caring Teacher"
Tracy Tashima of Hunt Valley Elementary School was nominated for FCPS CARES for the way she models empathy and collaboration in the classroom.
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Glasgow Staff, Students Ready to Skate Into New School Year
Glasgow staff, students participate in skateboard design team-building workshop to hone collaborative skills in advance of start of school year.
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FCPS This Week - May 17, 2023
In this issue, learn about safe driving, tutoring grants, and summer camps.
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Fairfax County School Board Celebrates June as Pride Month
The Fairfax County School Board recognized June as Pride Month and shared a recognition at their meeting on Thursday, June 17.
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Four Alumni Return to Woodson to Teach
Four first year teachers at Woodson High School returned this year to the school they graduated from.
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FCPS Students Roll With It on Bike to School Day Wednesday, May 5
Let’s Roll With It is the theme of FCPS's 2021 Bike to School Day, scheduled for Wednesday, May 5.
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FCPS Students Recognized with 2023 Regional Scholastic Art Awards
The Fairfax County Art Region of the Scholastic Art Awards recognized FCPS students with 174 Gold Key awards, 171 Silver Key awards, and 188 Honorable Mention awards. Four works by FCPS students were nominated for the best-in-show American Visions Award.
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Cappies Review of Anything Goes at Chantilly 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. There are fifteen Cappies chapters across the United States and Canada. Courtney Butts of Woodson…
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FCPS This Week - June 7, 2023
In this issue, read about Summer Resources, Student Awards, and the PSAT going Digital.
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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she celebrated FCPS' Transportation and Food and Nutrition Services teams, attended a student food show, and more!
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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended student graduations, theater performances, athletic events, and more!
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May 16, 2023 - School Board FY24 Budget Public Hearing
School Board Public Hearing on FY24 Budget
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Ten FCPS Teachers Achieve or Renew National Board Certification
Ten Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) teachers have achieved or renewed certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).
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FCPS This Week - May 31, 2023
In this issue, learn about the FY 2024 Budget, School Lunch Balances, and State Assessment Summaries.
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Partnership Update - October 2022
See what's happening with Business and Community Partnerships in FCPS
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FCPS This Week e-newsletter - January 19, 2022
Information to help your student be prepared for virtual learning days; universal mask wearing; vaccination locations; fall sports champions; and the FY 2023 Budget.
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FCPS This Week e-newsletter - November 10, 2021
Get the latest information on vaccinations for children ages 5-11, meal kits for Thanksgiving break, the TJHSST application deadline, and November's Walking Wednesday.
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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!
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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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Spring Public Hearing
Spring Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2022.
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Budget Public Hearing
Budget Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, May 5, 2022.
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Superintendent Joins Community for Virtual Town Hall (Video Included)
On Tuesday, May 17, incoming Superintendent Michelle Reid, Ed.D., was joined by families, employees, and community members for a multilingual virtual town hall.
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FCPS This Week - March 13, 2024
In this week's issue, read about the county's funding of the FCPS budget, literacy development, and measles prevention.
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Partnership Update - December 2022
Check out the latest happenings in Business and Community Partnerships
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FCPS Nearly Doubles Arabic Language Course Enrollment Over Decade
Teachers credit the spike in Arabic course enrollment to parents who’ve lobbied for more access to language offerings, keeping coursework fun and instruction that can begin in elementary school and continue through the international baccalaureate level.
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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.
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Partnership Update - June 2022
Check out the updates with Business and Community Partnerships
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FCPS CARES - March 2022
FCPS CARES submissions for the month of March 2022.
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Come Back for 5 Days In-Person
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is reaching out to parents, encouraging them to send their children back to in-person learning this fall. Take a look at images on banners, yard signs, and social media that highlight exceptional programs available to students as FCPS returns strong.