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Historical Marker Will Inspire Generations

June 24, 2025
Students, educators, community members, and friends and family of General Colin L. Powell gathered to unveil a new historical marker honoring General Powell’s legacy as an advocate for youth initiatives, trailblazing military leader, statesman, and longtime Fairfax County resident.

Colin Powell ES Recognized as a 2023 Purple Star School

July 29, 2024
Colin Powell Elementary School has been recognized as a 2023 Purple Star School as part of the Virginia Purple Star Designation Program. Purple Star Schools support our military families in many ways, positively impacting our military-connected students, both academically and socially. Read more about this recognition!

Ms. Senturia Recognized as the FCPS 2023 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher

June 15, 2023
Congratulations to Fourth Grade Teacher Laura Senturia on her recognition as the FCPS 2023 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 14th.

Hopping Into the Year of the Rabbit

January 24, 2023
Powell Elementary School Holds School-Wide Celebration of the Lunar New Year.