FCPS Offers Support to Families Impacted by Government Shutdown
To support families affected by the current partial federal government shutdown, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will continue its current practice to ensure that no FCPS student will go hungry and will sponsor a hiring event for furloughed federal employees. Read the full press release here.
 FCPS will Honor Exemplary Employees on June 12
The Foundation for FCPS is proud to support Employee Recognition programs for the 27,500 employees at FCPS. Through monthly celebrations in each region, #FCPSCares recognizes employees at every level, culminating in the star-studded FCPS Honors event, to be held this year on Wednesday, June 12 at 6:00 pm at Mason's Center for the Arts.
Sponsorships are now available. Your $5,000 contribution allows a top-level executive in your company to present an award to one of our deserving winners! Or you can choose to make a contribution toward this effort in honor of a deserving teacher or employee. More information can be found on the Foundation's Events Page.
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Ms. Pike's 4th grade at Kent Gardens donated over $570 to Kids in Need during December!
Donor Corner: Gift Cards for Homeless Students
In December, generous employees at FCPS contributed nearly $10,000 to be used to provide homeless students in the district with gift cards for basic needs. Thank you to all of our donors!
At any given time, FCPS has nearly 2,000 students who are experiencing homelessness and need support. More information about the services provided by the Homeless Liaison Office of FCPS can be found on their website.
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Teacher Grants in Action!
Thanks to a grant from the Foundation for FCPS to Hayfield Secondary School, the Virginia Star computer refurbishing club has been able to expand its activities and donate used computers to service members and wounded warriors. Learn more and watch the video here.
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Students from West Springfield High visited the General Services Administration’s information technology office in Washington, D.C., for a business tour and job shadowing experience. After touring the recently-renovated building, students heard from GSA volunteers, who offered their time to mentor students and talk about their careers. This work-based, learning field trip reinforced what students are learning in their information technology and computer science classes. Read the full story here. |
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A grant from the Foundation to Herndon Middle School is bringing adult mentors to work with the students on service learning projects in their community. Students worked with mentors to decorate pumpkins that were then donated to an elementary school as a way to show their caring and compassion for the community. #SOARFCPS
Donate to the 2019 #SOAR Teacher Grant program today and help students thrive!
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Your Monetary Support Helps FCPS Achieve Educational Excellence.
The Foundation for FCPS matches community resources to programs and schools within the district. Here are some ways your donation can help!
- Support Teacher Grants to expand work-based learning and career exploration opportunities (Workforce Development)
- Provide backpacks or school supplies for students in need (Collect for Kids)
- Erase student lunch debt (Kids in Need)
- Enhance Employee Recognition programs, such as FCPS Cares or the FCPS Honors (Employee Recognition)
- Provide gift cards and support to homeless students in FCPS (Kids in Need)
Or give to the school or program of your choice. We make it easy - YOU make the difference.
New: TEXT to Donate!
Text "give" to 571-992-0018 and support FCPS students and teachers!
Our mission: The Foundation for FCPS energizes the power of the community to invest in educational excellence and prepare students for the future.
Our vision: Every FCPS student has a path to success.
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