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TJHSST's Assistive Technology Club - ATConnect! Saturday, April 25
from 11 a.m to 3 p.m.

📣TJHSST’s Assistive Technology Club is proud to announce the second-ever ATConnect!

ATConnect is a student-run event for students and families, created to connect attendees with helpful resources and opportunities to get involved.

What will happen?The event will begin with welcome remarks from Michael Bloom, who leads Special Education in Fairfax County Public Schools. After that, attendees can visit booths from local organizations such as NVCC, Tobii Dynavox, and others to learn more about the resources they offer. Afterwards, everyone will come together to share their thoughts and experiences.

This event is completely free and open to everyone. Students and parents of all ages are welcome, and lunch will be provided.

When and where?

📍 Thomas Jefferson High School
      6560 Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA
🗓️ Saturday, April 25
⏰11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Please enter through Door 1.

Interested participants please register here . 

Questions?
Staff: Contact Richard Tang at [email protected]
Families: Contact Richard Tang at [email protected]

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May Sibshops and SibTeens

📅Date - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
⏱️ Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
📍Location - Hunters Woods Community Center
    2310 Colts Neck Road Reston, VA

The Sibshops workshops are for children in grades 2-5 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with support needs to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun. 

Register here 

SibTeens is a community-building group for siblings of children with support needs in grades 6-9. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences.

Register here

Sibshops/SibTeen Summer Camp

📅Date - Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23
⏱️ Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
📍Location - Fairfax Villa Elementary 
   10900 Santa Clara Dr. Fairfax, VA

Sibshops and SibTeen will hold a two-day summer camp for children who have a sibling with a disability.  Each day participants will participate in a variety of fun recreation and art based community building activities and discussion related to their shared experience and access peer support. Lunch will be provided each day.

Sibshops is open to children in grades 2nd through 5th. SibTeen is offered to children in grades 6 through 9.

Register here

Please contact [email protected] for follow up questions about either program.

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Explore upcoming May webinars from the Family Resource Center! Join us for informative sessions designed to support and empower families with helpful resources and insights.

College Admissions Strategies for Students Who Don’t Have Perfect GPA’s Friday, May 1,2026 10 to 11:30 AM

Join Ann Dolin, M.Ed., and college consultant Renee Minnich for a practical webinar aimed at parents of students who see themselves as average but possess great potential.

Register here

Kinship Part 4:Finding Supports as an Extended Family Member Raising Children with
Special Needs Friday, May 8, 2026, 10 to 11:30 AM

In this session, we will review different types of support available to kinship families who are raising children and youth with disabilities and other specialized needs.

Register here

Twice- Exceptional Series Part 3:Beyond High School: Preparing Twice- exceptional Students for College, Career, and Adult Life Through Executive Functioning and Essential Life Skills Friday, May 15, 10 to 11:30 AM

Families will learn strategies to support 2e students in developing executive functioning skills and essential life skills while empowering them to navigate college, career, and independent life successfully.

Register here

Caring Without Neglecting Yourself: Emotional Support for Families with Children with Special Needs - En español  Friday, May 29, 10 to 11:30 AM

Northern Virginia Family Services invites you to participate in a psychoeducational workshop for parents and caregivers of children who receive academic support or have special needs. During this workshop, we will discuss:

• the emotional impact on families
• the stigma associated with special education
• strategies for supporting children at home and at school
• the importance of having a support network.

It will be an opportunity to receive useful information, resolve doubts, and strengthen family resources in an environment of respect and learning. Supporting a child also means having support. Your participation can make a significant difference in this process.

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Explore upcoming May webinars from the Family Resource Center! Join us for informative sessions designed to support and empower families with helpful resources and insights.

College Admissions Strategies for Students Who Don’t Have Perfect GPA’s Friday, May 1,2026 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Join Ann Dolin, M.Ed., and college consultant Renee Minnich for a practical webinar aimed at parents of students who see themselves as average but possess great potential.

Register here

Kinship Part 4:Finding Supports as an Extended Family Member Raising Children with Special Needs Friday, May 8, 2026, 10 to11:30am

In this session, we will review different types of support available to kinship families who are raising children and youth with disabilities and other specialized needs.

Register here

Twice- Exceptional Series Part 3:Beyond High School: Preparing Twice- exceptional Students for College, Career, and Adult Life Through Executive Functioning and Essential Life Skills Friday, May 15, 10 to11:30 AM

Families will learn strategies to support 2e students in developing executive functioning skills and essential life skills while empowering them to navigate college, career, and independent life successfully.

Register here

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April Sibshops and SibTeens

📅Date - Friday, April 10, 2026
⏱️ Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.📍Location -Gum Springs Community Center
     8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA

The Sibshops workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with support needs to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun. 

Register here 

SibTeens is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with support needs in grades 6-9 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences.

Register here

Please contact [email protected] for follow up questions about either program. 

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2026 Family Engagement Survey

Do you have 10 minutes before March 23?

FCPS families, your feedback helps us understand what is going well in your child's school and where we can improve. Take 10 minutes to complete the Family Engagement Survey today. It is available in many languages. Your responses are confidential. 

Complete the survey today: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2026

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Special Education Family Conference 
April 18,2026

Join us for the 2026 Special Education Family Conference , Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools.

Hear from internationally renowned educator and advocate Dr. Shelley Moore , connect with helpful resources, meet other families, and take part in engaging sessions.  Childcare, accommodations, and language interpretation are available.

Registration is open!🎉 Save your spot and register today

📅Date - Saturday, April 18, 2026     Time: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

📍Location - Ma rshall High School

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April Sibshops and SibTeens

📅Date - Friday, April 10, 2026
📍Location -Gum Springs Community Center
                     8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA

The Sibshops workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with support needs to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun. 

Register here 

SibTeens is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with support needs in grades 6-9 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences.

Register here

Please contact [email protected] for follow up questions about either program. 

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April Sibshops and SibTeens

📅Date - Saturday, April 10, 2026
📍Location -Gum Springs Community Center
                     8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA

The Sibshops workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with support needs to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun. 

Register here 

SibTeens is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with support needs in grades 6-9 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences.

Register here

Please contact [email protected] for follow up questions about either program. 

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How to Develop Organizational
Skills with Your Child Friday, April 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Join us for a presentation dedicated to building organizational skills. Learn practical tips for setting up effective systems to keep your child on track. Transform frustration into focus and equip your child with the skills they need to be successful and stress-free!

Register here

Literacy Instruction for Students
with Significant Disabilities Friday, April 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

In this session participants will explore the five components of literacy and corresponding instructional practices designed to support the literacy needs of students with significant cognitive disabilities.

Register here

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Join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school! Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Middle School Transition Fair Future Planning for Elementary
and Middle School Students in Special Education      

Whether you’re just starting out or nearing graduation, it’s time to plan for the future. Join CTS and support specialists for an evening dedicated to helping students with disabilities transition successfully to young adulthood.

Event Highlights:

• Expert Access:Meet representatives from CTS programs and disability services.

• Key Topics:Employment, postsecondary education, Supported Decision-Making, and the importance of student self-determination.

• Success Strategies:Learn about short and long-term supports for life after high school.

• Lived Experience:Hear from a student/parent panel about navigating FCPS and future planning, followed by a Q&A.

FCPS staff can register via MyPDE to earn 2 recertification points for full attendance.

Date

Time

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Location

Register

Luther Jackson Middle School

Register here

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Tips to Reduce Parent Stress and Anxiety Tuesday, March 3, 10-11:30 a.m.

Join Rachel Bailey for a workshop on why modern parenting feels so overwhelming— and how to manage it. Learn practical strategies to reduce stress, respond calmly instead of reactively, and parent with more confidence and ease.

Register here

You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Parenting Through “Bumps” with Neurodivergent Kids Friday, March 6, 10-11:30 a.m.

Parenting a neurodivergent child evolves in stages, often in unexpected ways. This webinar explores how parental roles shift over time and introduces a three-phase framework to help parents navigate change with clarity, curiosity, and intention—building more confident, responsive leadership along the way.

Register here

Why Smart Kids Struggle Wednesday, March 11, 10-11:30 a.m.

Many students struggle not because of ability, but because of executive function. This session, presented by  The StudyPro , helps parents recognize these challenges and learn simple strategies to reduce overwhelm and help kids get unstuck—without nagging or doing it for them.

Register here

BIS Part 3: How to Develop Emotional Regulation with Your Child Friday, March 13, 10-11:30 a.m.

Join us to explore how to move beyond stopping challenging behavior and instead focus on teaching the core skills of recognizing, understanding, and responding to emotions in healthy ways. Walk away with tools leading to a calmer family life.

Register here

Countdown to Kindergarten Friday, March 27, 10-11:30 a.m.

Is your preschooler heading to kindergarten this fall? Join us for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition!

During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support your child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Register here

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Tips to Reduce Parent Stress and Anxiety Tuesday, March 3, 10-11:30 a.m.

Join Rachel Bailey for a workshop on why modern parenting feels so overwhelming— and how to manage it. Learn practical strategies to reduce stress, respond calmly instead of reactively, and parent with more confidence and ease.

Register here

You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Parenting Through “Bumps” with Neurodivergent Kids Friday, March 6, 10-11:30 a.m.

Parenting a neurodivergent child evolves in stages, often in unexpected ways. This webinar explores how parental roles shift over time and introduces a three-phase framework to help parents navigate change with clarity, curiosity, and intention—building more confident, responsive leadership along the way.

Register here

Why Smart Kids Struggle Wednesday, March 11, 10-11:30 a.m.

Many students struggle not because of ability, but because of executive function. This session helps parents recognize these challenges and learn simple strategies to reduce overwhelm and help kids get unstuck—without nagging or doing it for them.

Register here

BIS Part 3: How to Develop Emotional Regulation with Your Child Friday, March 13, 10-11:30 a.m.

Join us to explore how to move beyond stopping challenging behavior and instead focus on teaching the core skills of recognizing, understanding, and responding to emotions in healthy ways. Walk away with tools leading to a calmer family life.

Register here

Countdown to Kindergarten Friday, March 27, 10-11:30 a.m.

Is your preschooler heading to kindergarten this fall? Join us for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition!

During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support your child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Register here

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February Highlights Explore February Family Academy Opportunities

Stay up to date on all offerings throughout February! The Family Academy is excited to offer a variety of classes, workshops, webinars, and programs for families. Find registration opportunities and more details on the “ Learn With Us ” tab of the FCPS Family Academy page.

  Family Cafe Series

The Family Café Series is a special time for families to come together to learn about important topics that support their child’s growth and learning. These fun and helpful sessions keep families informed and involved in their child’s education—mind, body, and heart. 

At Family Café, we believe families are important partners in helping children succeed. We’re excited to learn and grow with you!

Upcoming Family Café Sessions:
Introduction to Career Pathways for Students

At this session you will learn about the various career and technical education courses available to middle and high school students in FCPS. This session will include information about available pathways, specialty programs and career academy opportunities.

Register here
February 26 at Lorton Community Center

Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and other Germs

Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.

Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs .

Immunization Events for FCPS Students

FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year. 

Families or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student . Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website. 

Strategies for Better Sleep

Sleep is essential to good health. Getting enough sleep has big benefits to your physical and mental health and well-being. Sleep is restorative, allowing your body time to recover and repair. 

This is true for your child, too. In fact, adequate sleep in children supports healthy brain development, learning, and memory consolidation, as well as their mood. It is equally important for a strong immune system and the prevention of infections.  Read about how much sleep a person needs and get some sleep strategies you can use with your family. 

Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages

FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opened on Monday, January 12. This online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents.

The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.

Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account . Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program . 

Deadline for applications 

• Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m fo families applying for first grade 
• Monday March 2 at 4 p.m. for families applying for kindergarten

Sign Up to Volunteer!

Make a difference in your community by tutoring, mentoring, or helping at school events. Every contribution matters! 

Learn more about how to sign up for Volunteer FCPS here . 

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Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages

The 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.

The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account . Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the DLI program . 

Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.

View dates and details for informational meetings on the FCPS calendar .

If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.

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Military Families Newsletter
January 2026 Mental Health in Military Families Virtual Workshop 
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - Zoom 6 to 7 p.m.

Military families face special challenges and stressors during their service to our country. Deployments, frequent moves, and the demanding nature of military life can be stressful on spouses, children, and service members alike. These challenges can often lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, or burnout.

The mental health and emotional well-being of our military families is important. This workshop will provide insights and resources to help build resilience during difficult times. Representatives from Military OneSource, Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs), and the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Department of Special Services (DSS) will present and share information during this workshop. 

This virtual event will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. Please fill out this Google form to register and receive the Zoom link.

Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council 
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.

FCPS’ Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council provides a space for military-connected family members from across the division to provide critical feedback on their experiences within FCPS. The Advisory Council meets quarterly with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid, and serves as a unique opportunity for military families to share insights and concerns directly with school leadership.

The next meeting will be held at Gatehouse Café (8115 Gatehouse Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042) on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

For planning purposes, please complete this Google form to RSVP by Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Bridges to Success
Wednesday, March 11, 2026  12:30 to 2:30 p.m.  

The Bridges to Success Networking Career and Education Fair will be held at the National Museum of the United States Army on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
A session for adults will be held from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. This event is open to transitioning service members, military spouses, dependents, and veterans looking to pursue their career and education goals. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with local area employers offering certification programs, jobs, apprenticeships, fellowships, and paid internships. Participants will also be able to engage with post-secondary institutions to learn about professional development opportunities. With a variety of exhibitors, attendees can explore diverse pathways to success.

To register, please contact Laureen DuPree at [email protected] . 

Save the Date!
Military Family Field Day 

Saturday, April 18, 2026 - noon to 2 p.m.

FCPS is excited to celebrate the Month of the Military Child with a good, old-fashioned field day! We invite all military-connected families with FCPS students to a special field day to honor our military-connected children.

Join us for an afternoon of fun and community at Annandale High School (4700 Medford Dr, Annandale, VA 22003) on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. Enjoy field day games and crafts at the football and track stadium. Food and beverages will be available for purchase to support various FCPS school clubs and organizations. This is a great opportunity to connect with other military families across the division!

To RSVP, please complete this Google form by Friday, March 27, 2026.

Follow FCPS Military Families on Social Media

Stay up-to-date on all of our latest events, workshops, and resources to support our FCPS military families by following us on Facebook and Instagram .

For more information on Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) military resources, please email [email protected] .  

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