FCPS News

Tracy Tashima of Hunt Valley Elementary School was nominated for FCPS CARES for the way she models empathy and collaboration in the classroom.

As we approach Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11, we would like to say a heartfelt “Thank you” to the many FCPS employees who are also military veterans.

Andrea Bregstone, speech language pathologist at Woodley Hills Elementary School, “just loves kids.” How do we know? She’s in her 56th year of employment with Fairfax County Public Schools!

Let’s Roll With It is the theme of FCPS's 2021 Bike to School Day, scheduled for Wednesday, May 5.

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.

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.

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.

In this issue, learn about safe driving, tutoring grants, and summer camps.

FCPS Cares for the month of November 2019.

Four first year teachers at Woodson High School returned this year to the school they graduated from.

Ten Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) teachers have achieved or renewed certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). 

Dr. Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she went to a launch of a "Library of Games," Fairview's 125th anniversary, held meetings with parents, community members, and students, and more!

School Board Public Hearing on FY24 Budget

In this issue, read about Summer Resources, Student Awards, and the PSAT going Digital.

Spring Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2022.

Budget Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, May 5, 2022.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she helped host the FCPS Retirement Ceremony, attended several student theater productions, and more!

On February 22, the Fairfax County School Board adopted Fairfax County Public Schools’ Fiscal Year 2025 Advertised Budget.

On Tuesday, May 17, incoming Superintendent Michelle Reid, Ed.D., was joined by families, employees, and community members for a multilingual virtual town hall.

In this issue, learn about the FY 2024 Budget, School Lunch Balances, and State Assessment Summaries.

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!

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.

In this issue, read about the School Bond Referendum passing, National Merit Commended Scholars, and veteran staff and volunteers at one local school.

School Board Collective Bargaining Public Hearing

See what's happening with Business and Community Partnerships in FCPS

March 30, 2023 - Regular Meeting Highlights

Information to help your student be prepared for virtual learning days; universal mask wearing; vaccination locations; fall sports champions; and the FY 2023 Budget.

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.

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.

Happy assistant principals week! If you're an assistant principal, what inspires you? If you're not, how have your administrative teams helped you in your career?

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.

Exceptional employees from across Fairfax County Public Schools were recognized at the FCPS Honors event held Wednesday, June 12. Sponsored by Educate Fairfax, the 2024 celebration was hosted at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts.

Check out the latest happenings in Business and Community Partnerships

Check out the updates with Business and Community Partnerships

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.

Aisha Farooq is Janelle Ali’s pre-K classroom helper. This isn’t Farooq’s first time working with Ali. Ali was also Farooq’s special education preschool teacher in 2005.

The Fairfax County School Board nominated three Northern Virginia businesses to the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) Business Honor Roll for their support of K-12 education. The Capital Area Food Bank, Cox Communications and Cox Business, and Synetic Theater were recognized at the Board’s…

In this issue, learn about summer camps and learning opportunities, magnet schools, and how to find teacher-referred tutoring for your student.

FCPS teachers who achieved or renewed certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards were honored by the Fairfax County School Board.

Last fall, FCPS received $188.8 million in federal funding to help schools safely reopen and address the impacts of COVID-19 on students. Find out where that money is being used to help students bounce back after two years of learning in a pandemic.

In this issue, learn about SEL Activities, Student Testing, and how to share Graduation Photos.

Learn more on new happenings within Business and Community Partnerships

Four FCPS band and chorus groups performed at the Virginia Music Educators Association Conference, held November 18-20 in Norfolk.

School Board Public Hearing Comment on ESSER III In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan

All the latest information about COVID-19 testing and vaccination rollout, how snow days will work in 2021-22, upcoming student holidays, and the opening of TJHSST applications.

Check out FCPS This Week to get information on meal kit sites moving to Monday distribution, webinars on COVID-19 and the vaccination process, kindergarten registration and early childhood programs, and the NOVA JumpStart Program.

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!

Kendall Barry is now giving back to the Academy program that helped prepare her for her career.

FCPS Community Schools are going the extra mile to reach families in need through the pandemic and beyond.

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 met with military families at Fairview ES, joined the Student Equity Ambassador Leads (SEALS) kickoff meeting, and was a panel member at the 50…