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School Board Meeting Highlights - March 30, 2023
March 30, 2023 - Regular Meeting Highlights
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Happy Assistant Principals Week!
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?
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ESSER III Funding Already Making an Impact in Schools, Much More to Come
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.
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December 15, 2022 School Board Collective Bargaining Public Hearing
School Board Collective Bargaining Public Hearing
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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 athletic and performing arts events, shared an update on FCPS' inclement weather policy, 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 a Math/STEM Night event, girls basketball games, met with community members, and more!
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FCPS This Week e-newsletter - October 20, 2021
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.
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FCPS This Week - April 14, 2021
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.
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FCPS This Week - May 24, 2023
In this issue, learn about SEL Activities, Student Testing, and how to share Graduation Photos.
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Partnership Update - May 2023
Learn more on new happenings within Business and Community Partnerships
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FCPS This Week - August 7, 2024
In this issue, learn how to prepare for the first day of school, about the new FCPS.edu, and resources for families
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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
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…
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FCPS This Week - October 11, 2023
In this issue, find stories on new menu options, AI classes, and the upcoming solar eclipse.
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Partnership Update - July 2022
Learn about the latest partnership activities in FCPS
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Tying Community to Schools: Holistic Support Helps Students and Families Find Success
FCPS Community Schools are going the extra mile to reach families in need through the pandemic and beyond.
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FCPS this Week e-newsletter - November 17, 2021
This week's issue has information on pediatric vaccine opportunities, optional COVID-19 screening testing, the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, and a reduction in the quarantine period for unvaccinated students.
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Thirty-Six Teachers Earn or Renew Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
FCPS teachers who achieved or renewed certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards were honored by the Fairfax County School Board.
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Fairfax County School Board Nominates Three Fairfax County Businesses to 2021 VSBA Business Honor Roll
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…
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April 27, 2023 - School Board Public Hearing Comment on ESSER III In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan
School Board Public Hearing Comment on ESSER III In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan
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The Impact of Academy Programs
Kendall Barry is now giving back to the Academy program that helped prepare her for her career.
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Engineering With Empathy: Carson MS Students Design Devices to Help Those in Need
Eighth-graders take prototypes to finished projects that aim to assist people with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, arthritis and dyslexia.
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FCPS This Week - September 7, 2022
This week's issue contains information on building strong attendance habits, COVID testing, and a reminder to sign the SR&R form.
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FCPS This Week - August 2, 2023
In this issue, find key back to school information including registration, signing up for ParentVUE, applying for free and reduced-price meals, and more!
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FCPS This Week - November 29, 2023
In this issue, find information on how we communicate weather closings, SEL Screener results, and the upcoming Gap Year Fair.
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Partnership Update - September 2021
Find out what's happening in Business and Community Partnerships
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Fairfax County Student Representative to the School Board Fulfills Campaign Promise
Buy a Book, Build a Future
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FCPS Music Groups Perform at Virginia Music Educators Association Conference
Four FCPS band and chorus groups performed at the Virginia Music Educators Association Conference, held November 18-20 in Norfolk.
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Upcoming Instructional Staff Learning Opportunities
Professional development opportunities available for teachers, starting during September.
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Elaine Tholen Elected Fairfax County School Board Chair; Karl Frisch Elected Vice Chair
Elaine Tholen (Dranesville District Representative) was elected as chair and Karl Frisch (Providence District Representative) as vice chair for a one-year term.
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FCPS this Week - June 9, 2021
In this week's issue, get information on summer meal distribution, end-of-year assessments, graduation highlights, and the last day of school.
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TJHSST Offers Admission to 550 Students; Broadens Access to Students Who Have an Aptitude for STEM
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST), a Governor's School within Fairfax County Public Schools that is regularly ranked as one of the top schools in the country, has offered admission to 550 students for the Class of 2025.
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School Board Ready to Sign Contracts for Solar Program
The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) program will install solar panels on school buildings with the goal of reducing FCPS’ greenhouse gas emissions and electricity costs.
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FCPS Cares - March 2021
FCPS Cares for the month of March 2021.
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FCPS This Week - May 3, 2023
In this issue, find information on School Safety and Security, No Cost Mental Healthcare for High Schoolers, and Resources for Families.
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FCPS This Week: August 30, 2023
In this issue, find information on mental wellness for high schoolers, Social-Emotional Learning Screening updates, and how to watch the first school board meeting of the year.
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FCPS This Week - February 22
In this issue, read about earthquake relief, kindergarten registration, and a national mental health town hall.
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Cappies Review of Pride and Prejudice at Robinson Secondary 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. Addie Harris of McLean High…
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Superintendent's Letter to Community About 2023-24 Fiscal Year Budget
We have proposed a budget that focuses on closing the achievement gap for all students which widened during the pandemic. This budget also gives our youngest learners a strong start, invests in resources for special education students, and enables us to attract and retain teachers and staff who are…
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Video - National Special Education Day
On National Special Education Day (Friday, December 2), we're recognizing two amazing teachers.
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From Water Bottles to Lava Lamps: TJHSST Students Lead Girls from Nearby Elementary School in Science Exploration
TJHSST students meet weekly with Weyanoke ES fifth-grade girls to complete hands-on science projects and promote critical thinking skills, while developing friendships along the way.
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FCPS This Week - June 15, 2023
In this issue (the last regular issue for the year!) find information on SOL Scores, Teacher and Bus Driver Career Fairs, and Student Awards.
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Highlighting Female Figures: TJHSST Student Helps Create New Curriculum for FCPS Students
From the American Revolution to the Civil Rights movement, Prasidha Padmanabhan is making sure women are not forgotten in history lessons.
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Partnership Update - June 2023
Check out the latest news within Business and Community Partnerships
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Superintendent Proposes Budget Focused on Academic Achievement, Classroom Supports, and Attracting Teachers
At the Fairfax County School Board meeting on January 12, Superintendent Michelle C. Reid proposed a $3.5 billion budget for the 2023-24 school year.
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Building Cultural Bridges Between Families and Schools
Because of some of her experiences as a child of an immigrant family, Raheel Ahmed-Litz feels passionate about helping families “who don’t feel seen or heard,” she said. “I feel called to be the person who supports them and gives them a voice. I remind them that they are not alone. I want all FCPS…
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FCPS Students Earn 33 National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
FCPS students received 33 national awards through the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. FCPS students were recognized for original art and writing with one American Visions Medal, ten Gold Medals, one Silver Medal with Distinction, and 21 Silver Medals.
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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 the Governor's STEM Academy at Marshall HS, Whitman MS, Weyanoke ES, Holmes MS, Poe MS, Mason Crest ES, Hayfield SS, Lynbrook ES, and Herndon HS.
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FCPS This Week - May 12, 2021
Check out the latest FCPS This Week e-newsletter to learn about an endorsement of FCPS' five days of in-person instruction in the fall, new meal distribution bus routes, the Back2Fairfax IT and Trades Career Seminar, and FCPS' fall sports champions.
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Woodson, Justice HS, Lake Braddock SS Students Recognized by NCWIT
Emanda Seifu and Mera Seifu of Woodson High, Lidya Demilew of Lake Braddock Secondary, and Yabesra Ewnetu of Justice High were selected as 2021 National Center for Women and Information Technology Virginia affiliate winners.
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Three Students Recognized by NCWIT
Nardos Demilew of Lake Braddock Secondary, Aya Ahmed of Justice High, and Abia Zahir of Annandale High have been recognized by the National Center for Woman and Information Technology (NCWIT).