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Commit to Be Fit: Elementary Fitness Warriors Work Out Before School to Boost Focus, Gain Strength
Each morning, for the past 12 years at Chesterbrook Elementary, dozens of kids line up outside the gym a full 50 minutes prior to the bell ring. What are they there for? To be a Fitness Warrior!
Second $2 Million Grant Received by FCPS to Expand STEAM and Computer Science through Mathematics and Work-Based Learning
FCPS has been awarded a $2 million grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Military-Connected Local Educational Agencies for Academic and Support Programs (MCASP) to support “Code Up 2.0” project and build upon the Code Up project launched in 2022.
FCPS Receives $2 Million Grant from DoDEA Supporting STEAM
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Military-Connected Local Educational Agencies for Academic and Support Programs (MCASP) has awarded a $2 million grant to FCPS to support a “Code Up!” project. Code UP! will provide programming in 13 schools in Regions 3 and 4 (10 elementary, two…
FCPS Teacher Receives 2021 History Teacher of the Year Award from George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Sean Miller is being honored for his creative, impactful teaching style and his work developing African American History curriculum at FCPS.
“Yay, No Computer!:” Bridge to First Grade Summer Program Eases Return to In-Person Learning
Students in Silverbrook Elementary School's Bridge to First Grade program rejoice in things they may have missed during virtual Kindergarten -- like seeing a friend's face for the first time, sharing your favorite color with a classmate, and learning how to walk in a single file line through school…
Edison Academy Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) Program Students Pass Rigorous EPA Certified Technician Exam
The high school Heating, Ventilation, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) Program at Edison Academy prepares students for successful employment in the workforce and offers them the opportunity to sit for the rigorous Environmental Protection Agency’s EPA Certified Technician exam.
Welcome to Our Newest Principal at Spring Hill ES 3-25-21
FCPS announces the appointment of a new principal.
Marina Qu of McLean High School Named 2021 Virginia Journalist of the Year
McLean High School senior Marina Qu has been named the 2021 Virginia Journalist of the Year by the Virginia Association of Journalism Teachers and Advisers.
Two Schools Selected for 2021 First Amendment Press Freedom Award
Two Fairfax County public schools—Chantilly High School and McLean High School—are among 14 schools nationwide selected as recipients of the 2021 First Amendment Press Freedom Award.
McLean HS Art Students Curate Women’s History Month Art Show
Student artists at McLean High have curated an art show in honor of Women’s History Month.
South County DECA Recognized for Outstanding School-Based Enterprise
South County High school-based enterprise, Virginia DECA Region 2 vice president honored for excellence.
South County HS Students Reach Out to Retirement Community Residents
The Elder Outreach Club of South County High has made several connections with residents of Heatherwood Retirement Community in Burke.
Chesterbrook Elementary Student Wins Laptop in VDOE, CodeVA Contest
Chesterbrook Elementary student Jonathan was named a winner of Computer Science in Your Neighborhood, a contest offered by the VDOE and CodeVA for Computer Science Education Week.
55 FCPS Students Named Candidates in U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Fifty-five seniors are among a group of more than 4,500 candidates in the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, selected from nearly 3.6 million students expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in 2021.
South County High School Football Coach Gerry Pannoni Selected 2020 National Coach of the Year by NFHS Coaches Association
South County High School football coach Gerry Pannoni has been selected by the Coaches Association of the National Federation of State High School Associations as the national football coach of the year.
Two Hundred Twelve Students Named 2021 National Merit Semifinalists
Two hundred twelve students from 18 high schools have been named semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for 2021.
Thirteen Students Named 2020 National Merit College-Sponsored Scholarship Winners
Thirteen Fairfax County Public Schools students from six high schools have been named winners of 2020 Merit Scholarship awards by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Two Hundred Thirty-Seven Students Named 2020 National Merit Semifinalists
Two hundred thirty-seven students from 17 high schools have been named semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for 2020.
Twenty-Six Students Named Winners of 2019 College-Sponsored Merit Scholarships
Twenty-six Fairfax County Public Schools students from 12 high schools have been named winners of 2019 Merit Scholarship awards by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Thirty Students Named Winners of $2,500 National Merit Scholarships
Thirty students from ten Fairfax County high schools have been named winners of $2,500 scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Two Hundred Twenty-Three FCPS Students Named 2018 National Merit Semifinalists
Two hundred twenty-three Fairfax County Public Schools students from 17 high schools have been named semifinalists in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Fifteen Students Named Winners of 2017 College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships
Fifteen Fairfax County Public Schools students have been named winners of Merit Scholarship awards sponsored by higher education institutions.
Twenty-Two FCPS Students Named Winners of National Merit $2,500 Scholarships
Twenty-two students from ten Fairfax County high schools have been named winners of $2,500 scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
