Recognizing Employees Committed to Collaboration, Equity, Innovation, and Student Achievement

The Impact Awards (previously named The Excellence Awards)  celebrate FCPS employees who make exceptional contributions to advancing the goals of the FCPS Strategic Plan . 

2025 Award Categories

• Collaboration and Partnerships:Develops influential partnerships with parents, businesses, and community organizations; fosters collaboration across schools, offices, and/or departments; utilizes internal and external resources and expertise to bolster student learning and promote the success of students and staff.
• Equity and Cultural Responsiveness: Demonstrates cultural responsiveness in building relationships and leverages impact to address systemic equity challenges; engages in reflection to craft culturally responsive solutions that eliminate barriers; promotes equity and inclusivity for those in marginalized or underrepresented groups.
• Innovation and Improvement: Exhibits a commitment to innovation and transformation; effectively implements new initiatives that have a broad impact on FCPS students, staff, and/or the community.
• Student Achievement and Success: Implements strategies to actively engage students in the learning process; creates opportunities of ownership in academic activities and discussions; promotes an inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students are valued and supported.