FCPS News

Salad bars have been paused during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students are excited to explore the new healthy options.

Healthy Minds Feature - Establish healthy relationships with your child by developing trust through emotional sharing.

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited London Towne ES to see the relaunch of salad bars. She also participated in a panel with students who run the Student Human Rights Commission.

With the School Board’s support and oversight, Superintendent Michelle Reid has been addressing the operational matter of notification to students designated as Commended by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Powell Elementary School Holds School-Wide Celebration of the Lunar New Year

For the past month, we have been working to consider solutions for the delay in distribution of certificates for some of our Commended Students as designated by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Many FCPS educators work to inspire our students to be mentors to others. Have you mentored students?

On Tuesdays after school, a group of middle and high school students volunteer their time and share their passion for classical music while mentoring elementary students at Dogwood Elementary School.

In this week's issue, learn more about the proposed budget and calendar for next year, how students engineer with empathy, an how to get help filling out the FAFSA.

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) was among the 60 winning teams chosen by NASA for the second TechRise Student Challenge, a nationwide contest designed to engage students in technology, science, and space exploration.

Eighth-graders take prototypes to finished projects that aim to assist people with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, arthritis and dyslexia.

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Congratulations to Lewis High School Football Coach Larry Choates, named Washington Commanders High School Coach of the Year and nominated for the 2022 Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year.

How do you demonstrate your commitment to equity in your office/classroom?

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…

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.

Read about the newest partnership activities in FCPS

January 12, 2023 - Regular Meeting

The latest FCPS Our Heroes video features Katie Kirdahi, a school-based technology specialist and instructional technology coach at Stratford Landing Elementary School.

In this issue, learn about the 2023-24 budget process, salad bars returning to elementary schools, COVID-19 compensatory education, and Regeneron Scholars.

Society for Science (the Society) today announced the top 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2023 (STS), the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. Five of the 300 scholars are students in Fairfax County public schools.

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

Resources for families and employees to engage communities and children about safe and caring schools

For several FCPS high schools, there was a delay in sharing National Merit Scholarship Corporation recognition with students. We are sincerely sorry for this error. Staff has been contacting colleges where these students have applied to inform them of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation…

Check out this Cappies review of Oakton High School's production of Wendy and Peter Pan by Alexander Perry of Lake Braddock Secondary School.

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Mountain View HS, and she met with faith-based leaders. She reflects on how to continue community building and preparing our students for those futures yet to be…

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

Update regarding state investigation related to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.

In this issue, read updates on school building and renovation plans, how to apply for dual language immersion programs, and information on high school academy open houses.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of January 2023.

Is the new year a time or renewal or a fresh start for you? What are you resolving to in 2023?

FCPS is committed to sharing any key findings and updates to our processes to ensure future consistency in appropriate and timely notification of National Merit Scholarship Corporation recognitions going forward. 

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We celebrate Melissa Richardson, an instructional assistant at Forestdale Elementary School in Springfield.

FCPS recently shared photos highlighting the year 2022. What is your highlight from 2022?

A Compensatory Education Plan may be provided to students with disabilities whose learning was impacted during the pandemic. The Plan includes students with the regular or special education and related aids/services required by Section 504 plans or individualized education programs. Read more about…

After a couple of years with routines disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, 2022 was in many ways a fresh start. Following are some of the best photos of 2022, and some of the moments that have brought us the most joy.

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Mosaic ES and Glen Forest ES, and Madiso HS. Dr. Reid shares information about upcoming community conversations. She mentions how FCPS is using government funding…

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) outlined plans to build three new elementary schools and to acquire land that will be used for a new high school.

December 15, 2022 - Regular Meeting

What are your favorite things to enjoy this time of year?

In this issue, find where to find weather closings, FCPS's Fall VHSL Champions, and a story on speed cameras coming to school zones.

Congratulations to all the FCPS student-athletes who participated in the 2022 fall sports season! This year four teams and two individuals won the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 championship in their respective sports, and three teams and three individuals were the state runners-up. 

There are many ways to celebrate Christmas. How do you?

On December 6, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to launch a pilot program that will have 10 speed monitoring devices (speed cameras) installed throughout the county. These cameras will be in nine school zones and one construction zone. Thank you to our County partners for helping to…

Dominic Prakash and David Plum, auto technology teachers at Lake Braddock Secondary School aren’t just colleagues. Their friendship goes back nearly 40 years to when they met in an auto class at South Lakes High School.

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…

Chanukah begins Sunday, December 18. Many celebrations represent tradition for families.

Check out the latest happenings in Business and Community Partnerships

Healthy Minds Feature - Learn the potential benefits that come with experiencing and expressing gratitude, and how to promote an attitude of gratitude in children.