FCPS News

Working groups are studing the possibility of enhancing the planning time for elementary school teachers.

In two separate podcasts, hear about how parents can be supportive as their students transition from elementary to middle school or from middle to high school. Listen in English, Español (Spanish), العربية(Arabic), or 한국어(Korean).

Gwendolyn Eagle of Westfield High School gives her review of Centreville High School's production of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Parklawn ES, Bailey’s ES, Gunston ES, and South Lakes HS. She attended the FCPS employee retirement celebration.

Food Service staff, thank you for all you do!

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of May 2023.

Whether they're educators, mentors, or other family, what "teachers" do you appreciate the most?

Thirty-three Fairfax County Public Schools students from six high schools earned DECA’s highest honors at the organization’s annual International Career Development Conference, held in Orlando, Fla., April 22-25. 

Last week, Sloan Presidio, chief academic officer for FCPS, presented the proposed ESSER expenditures for the 2023-24 school year, the last year of ESSER funding. This funding is in addition to the FCPS operating budget and is specifically targeting the impacts of COVID-19.

Read about what Tori Huynh finds fulfilling in her role as a teacher!

In this issue, find information on School Safety and Security, No Cost Mental Healthcare for High Schoolers, and Resources for Families.

The Fairfax County Public Schools Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities presented their First Class Awards at the 18th Annual Special Education Conference on Saturday, April 29.

“Mrs. [Brittany] Gonzalez and Ms. [Danielle] Stauber gave my autistic daughter a chance to prove herself,” said a Poplar Tree parent about the school’s music teachers. The parent nominated the teachers for FCPS CARES after the All-County Chorus Festival.

Students from 26 Fairfax County public schools have been named recipients of the 2023 Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County, designed to recognize young people who work as peacemakers.

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

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Mantua ES, Aldrin ES, Fairhill ES, Glasgow MS, Langston Hughes MS, and Madison HS. She hosted a community event about fentanyl and also led several Teacher Town Halls.

School Board Public Hearing on FY24 Budget

We love our school libraries! Thank you librarians!

Eight Fairfax County Public Schools students have been awarded 2023 National Merit Scholarship Corporation scholarships. The students are part of a group of more than 840 National Merit finalists.

In this issue, find information on Student Awards, Staff Background Checks, and a Safety and Security Community Conversation.

Wisam Moula shares how her Arabic background and admiration of American culture combine in the classroom. What inspires you? Tell us in this blog.

Back for the first time since 2007, about 250 school bus drivers, families, and community members turned out for this year’s Bus Road-eo, hosted by the Office of Transportation (OTS).

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) announced increased background checks for employees in a continuing effort to provide safe schools and workplaces for all students and staff.

Cappies critic Sean Smith of Edison High School reviews Westfield High School's production of The Play That Goes Wrong (High School Edition).

How would our schools run without our administrative professionals? Find out why Aubrey Hopkins Midgley at Cooper Middle School is referred to as the "backbone" of the school.

FCPS’ Parent Resource Center has changed its name to the Family Resource Center (FRC). This change recognizes the diversity of families that the division serves, and “acknowledges families in a more inclusive way,” says Renee LaHuffman-Jackson, coordinator of Family and School Partnerships.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Luther Jackson MS, Robinson SS, Colin Powell ES, Mount Eagle ES, and Herndon HS. She attended the FCPS Hall of Fame induction ceremony

One hundred seventy-six students representing all Fairfax County high schools have been named to the 2023 All-Virginia Band, Chorus, and Orchestra. The students will rehearse and perform with other premier musicians from across the state in late April.

Sixth Grade Teacher Joslyn Siddiqi is described as a "constant positive force." Learn more about her and share your inspirations in this blog.

The Virginia Science and Engineering Fair was held on April 15 at the Chartway Arena on the Old Dominion University campus in Norfolk. Sixty-nine students from FCPS participated in the state level fair, and two student projects received the Grand Prize award.

In this issue, find information on a Safety Town Hall, Fentanyl Community Conversation with Narcan Training, and Spring Assessments.

HEALTHY MINDS FEATURE: People who practice self-compassion are happier, less stressed, and more resilient.

Three-year-program has high school students work in teams to tackle real world problems like food access issues, energy sustainability and clean water.

Timber Lane Elementary School students engaged in a special STEAM day, made possible by ESSER funds.

Read about what inspired Arabic Language Teacher Nader Hussein to enter the classroom. What inspires you? Share with us!

James Carlisle, a teacher at Woodlawn Elementary School, is “constantly putting his students and community first,” said his colleague who nominated him for FCPS CARES.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she stopped by the Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge to visit with student chefs. She also highlights the Science Fair winners, the Unified Sports Special Olympics event at Centreville…

April 13, 2023 - Regular Meeting Highlights

In this issue, find information on Month of the Military Child, the Dangers of Fentanyl, and Summer Camps

With the exception of two years when she was on maternity leave, Jeanette Essig has been involved with every 6th Grade All-County Choral Festival since 1988. This year’s 6th Grade All-County Choral Festival was Essig’s last, as she will retire in June.

FCPS is leading the nation when it comes to supporting neurodiverse students.

NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren returned to Robinson Secondary School to speak to students on March 31. Lindgren–a Robinson graduate–talked about his career at NASA, and the advice he would give students aspiring to reach their dreams.

Brittany Hooper looked for an occupation that fit her and her military family's schedule. She kept coming back to teaching and loves her choice.

See what's happening in Business and Community Partnerships

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. Prior to spring break, Dr. Reid visited Franconia ES, Hutchison ES, and Coates ES. She present information to the School Board about expanded curriculum information on the website.

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

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of April 2023.

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?

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

HEALTHY MINDS FEATURE: Empathy is a key ingredient in having children show caring, acceptance, and tolerance of others.