Welcome Spring

Dear Dranesville Families,

I hope you are getting out to enjoy all of the signs of spring.  The Cherry Blossoms have just started to bloom in Great Falls and the bluebells are just appearing along the Potomac.  All kinds of fun, family activities are being planned by our school communities– fun fairs, golf fundraisers, art exhibits, etc.–and spring sports are underway.   I was happy to attend the Springhill ES Fun Fair on Saturday and enjoyed talking with so many families and staff that are having a wonderful experience at that school.  It was also nice to meet so many Cooper and Langley students that were excited to volunteer at their alma mater.  

I was happy to once again be a judge for that other harbinger of spring, the Regional Science Fair.  I am always amazed at the wide array of study our students are engaged in and congratulate our young scientists and their mentors on a job well done.   

I was happy to visit Chesterbrook ES last week and to see the culture of student empowerment there.  I had great questions from students on lunch offerings and playground rules. I understand that through student efforts, lunch has already improved!  Great Falls ES Japanese Immersion students just finished their calligraphy projects and were proud to show those off when I was there. I enjoyed learning about Holi with Mrs. Bradshaw's second graders. Hutchison ES literacy specialists and I had a great discussion on the ground breaking work that they are doing to train all teachers in best practices in the teaching of reading.  The school’s ESSER funds are being well spent to support this effort.

FCPS was proud to host Michael Regan, the Administrator of the EPA, last week at Flint Hill ES.  We had Dranesville students from McLean and Marshall HS in attendance as we highlighted the work our students are doing to enhance environmental sustainability in their communities and the work of our transportation team to build our electric bus fleet. A huge thank you to all of our staff members that made this event possible.  

I will be continuing school visits over the next weeks as we also hopefully finalize our search for a new Superintendent and continue work on the budget.  Please attend the budget town hall with myself and Supervisor John Foust next Thursday.  

Have a wonderful weekend and a nice spring break,

Elaine 

Pictures from my visits to Chesterbrook ES; Spring Hill ES Fun Fair; McLean HS; Franklin Sherman ES; Hutchison ES; Flint Hill ES; and the MCA sponsored student Q & A with Dr. Brabrand.

Upcoming Dranesville Budget Town Hall

Budget town hall meetings will be held to provide residents with the opportunity to learn more about the FY 2023 Advertised Budget Plan and to ask questions. Fairfax County Chief Financial Officer Christina Jackson, Dranesville District School Board Representative Elaine Tholen and Assistant Superintendent of the Department of Financial Services Leigh Burden will join Supervisor Foust to discuss the proposal and answer your questions at the Dranesville District Budget Meeting. 

During the presentation, you can submit questions by calling 703-324-1114 or post them as a comment to the live stream of the meeting on Facebook. You can also submit questions by email in advance or during the meeting at Dranesville@fairfaxcounty.gov and include "Dranesville District Budget Town Hall" in the subject line.

• Dranesville District Meeting, Thursday, March 31 at 7:00PM
  • Channel 16 (Cox Channel 1016; Verizon/Comcast Channel 16) and streamed online

Special Education Conference 2022 Register Now to join the conference LIVE on March 26th! The Virtual 17th Annual Special Education Conference will be held Saturday, March 26 from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (EST).  Guest speakers are well-known professionals in the community and will cover a variety of high interest topics for parents, FCPS educators, and administrators. The presentations will be synchronous (live) and hosted through a zoom webinar.  Participants will receive a link after registration. Sessions will include topics such as: Reducing the Stigma around Mental Health Challenges and How to Support Children in Asking for Help A Conversation about Compassion Fatigue Less Policing, More Parenting: How to Improve Your Child’s Executive Functioning Skills Without All the Arguments Exceptional Family Member Program Pathways: Navigating the Halls of a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) School Move To register and access more information visit: Special Education Conference Registration For questions contact specialedconf@fcps.edu.

Fly high at the National Mall (or participating parks around the District) with the annual Blossom Kite Festival. Participants can purchase an official Cherry Blossom Festival Kite, enter a homemade version into the Kitemaker’s Competition, or just show up and watch the artwork soar. (Locations Vary; March 26; FREE with option to purchase a kite)

Saturday, March 26, 2022
10 AM - 4:30 PM
Rain date: March 27, 2022

Calendar Reminders March 31    End Third Quarter- 2 hr. Early Release April 1        Student Holiday (Teacher Workday) April 2        First Full Day of Ramadan April 4-8     Holiday (Spring Break)- Schools and school offices will be closed.  See the complete 2021-22 school year calendar.

AP exams scheduled on Eid al-Fitr

Change in O-Day

Eid al-Fitr will be observed by Muslims around the world this May 2nd and May 3rd. The date of Eid services/celebrations can shift due to the lunar calendar and can vary by community and country. At the time the FCPS calendar was developed, local Eid observances were expected to occur on May 3rd, but  local Eid observances have shifted to May 2nd.

AP Exam Schedule

After careful consideration, FCPS leadership decided to continue with the established AP exam schedule for May 2, 2022. Students registered for  AP exams on May 2nd (Chemistry, Spanish Literature, Japanese Language, US Government) will need to request late testing if they are unable to attend due to the Eid religious observance. May 3rd exams that were previously rescheduled for May 17th will remain on May 17th. Contact your high school’s AP Testing Coordinators no later than April 22nd to request late testing. 

I enjoyed my visit at Great Falls ES: Principal, Mrs. Harper and Social worker, Mrs. Van Horn , GFES Japanese Immersion students and Kennington Sensei, GFES's STEM, Ms. Muralidhar and their mascot, Furry; GFES Bus driver and cafeteria hostess, Ms. Angie; and Ms. Bradshaw's class's Holi project.

Family Engagement Survey: Participate Today!

FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey was emailed to all parents and caregivers on Sunday, March 13, and will close April 3. . If you haven’t taken the survey, please participate today! Your feedback is critical in helping to inform and improve FCPS’ practices to best support our students. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student success
• Advocacy
• Family and school partnerships
• Collaboration with the community to see if FCPS is meeting its goals at the school, region, and division levels

The survey is available in English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Amharic, Farsi, Urdu, Pashto, and Vietnamese. Take the survey now by clicking on the QR code below. Visit FCPS’ website for more information.

Pictures from the Flint Hill ES EPA Administrator's visit

EPA Administrator Michael Regan Visits Flint Hill Elementary to Highlight Electric School Buses

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan visited Flint Hill Elementary School on Monday, March 14, to talk with students, school staff, families, and advocates about electric school buses. Fairfax County Public Schools currently has eight electric school buses and is poised to get ten additional electric buses this spring. FCPS is committed to providing carbon neutral student transportation by the year 2035.

School Board Updates

Superintendent Search

Follow the superintendent search process on our website.  Here is the current timeline for the Superintendent Search:

• March 21-22, 2022: Interview selected candidates (1st round)
• March 28-29, 2022: Interview finalist candidate(s) (2nd round)

ESSER Plans

Interested in learning more about your school's specific Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) III funding?  Please click where it says ‘View ESSER 3 school plans’ and find your school to take a look at their goals, budget and plan. 

ESSER funded and instructional materials across Dranesville Schools

Inova Conducts Northern Virginia Community Health Assessment Survey 

What are the most important health issues for our community?  What would most improve your quality of life and the lives of those in your community? Inova is conducting a short, anonymous survey to identify the most pressing health-related needs in your community.  Your input will help inform our ongoing efforts to deliver accessible, quality, patient-centered care throughout the region.

The survey is available in nine languages and can be accessed here. The survey only takes 3-4 minutes to complete and includes questions designed to gather community feedback on local health issues, improving quality of life, and understanding the strengths of the community.

COVID Updates

Health and Safety Updates

FCPS continues to adjust health and safety measures in response to current health conditions and updated guidance from health officials. Please visit this website to learn the latest FCPS COVID protocols. Please keep your student home if they are sick.

Booster Vaccinations

If you were vaccinated against COVID-19 more than five months ago, please schedule an booster appointment. Visit www.vaccines.gov or call (877) 829-4682 to make an appointment.

March is… Women’s History Month

Visit Fairfax has a series of events and sites across Fairfax County where we can reflect on all that women have achieved here in the United States - and to celebrate their contributions to society as a whole. Here are just a few highlights:

Learn about Catherine Filene Shouse - long an advocate for women's careers and education as well - donated her personal property to enable the creation of Wolf Trap - the only national park dedicated to the performing arts.

Check out the International Women's Day Market  March 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Caboose Commons (2918 Eskridge Road, Fairfax) showcasing local, women owned businesses selling jewelry, home goods, and more! 

Louise Archer Elementary School Namesake- Trailblazer educator Louise Archer worked selflessly to pave the way for Black students in FCPS in the early 1900s. Watch the video.

Free Online Tutoring Services for All Students Coming Soon!

All FCPS students will soon have unlimited access to online tutoring support services through Tutor.com at no cost. Funds to support Tutor.com for school year 2022-23 and 2023-24 will come from an ESSER III Unfinished Learning Grant. 

Students can connect online any time, and in most subjects for as long as they need. Tutoring is focused instruction provided to students in a one-on-one format through voice or text chat. Tutors will focus on developing student’s strengths and capabilities in reading, mathematics, or other specified subjects. Tutoring services may be accessed before, during, or after school hours and/or on weekends through a link in Schoology. 

All tutors must pass a rigorous application process including an extensive background check. No personal information is shared between a student and tutor. All sessions are recorded and transcripts are available for review by teachers and parents/guardians. 

Students will automatically have access to the Tutor.com tutoring service unless a parent/guardian submits an opt-out request. All FCPS families will soon receive an email including an online tutoring services notice and opt-out information. Additionally, a hard copy form will be sent home with every student. 

For additional information, visit our online tutoring services website.

Kindergarten Registration for SY2022-23

Do you have a child who will be five by September 30th? Please start your registration now. If you have any neighbors with little ones, please send this information to them as well. To find out which elementary school your child will attend, visit http://boundary.fcps.edu/boundary. Visit your local school website to learn how to arrange a registration appointment and learn when their Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled. Please go to our website to learn how to register your rising Kindergartener.

Please watch this video the FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Family Services team created for families/guardians of children entering kindergarten this fall. 

495 NEXT Project Updates

If you live or drive in any of these areas, please read below to learn more about the 495 Next Project.

The 495 NEXT project is extending the Capital Beltway express lanes two and a half miles from the Dulles Toll Road interchange to the George Washington Memorial Parkway. 

In addition to the extension of the Express Lanes, the project includes a number of critical infrastructure investments along the GW Memorial Parkway corridor, including:

•  A bus service connecting VA and MD across the American Legion Bridge (ALB). There currently is no bus service crossing the ALB!
•  A cut in commuting times by 50% during rush hour on the Express Lanes
•  An annual reduction of 1,650 metric tons of greenhouse gas
•  4 miles of bike and pedestrian trails connecting McLean to Tysons
•  New stormwater management facilities for this section of I-495
•   Funding for the restoration of the Scotts Run Stream

With the planning study completed, the project now moves toward the design and construction phase. Initial field work is underway and major construction is anticipated to begin in mid 2022, with the lanes opening in late 2025 and completion in 2026. 

This project is a public-private partnership between VDOT and Transurban, which has engaged Lane Construction to design and build the facility. Find out more at the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) project website and subscribe for the 495 NEXT team’s regular updates on upcoming construction activities and how they may affect you.

Northern Virginia Regional College Fair

George Mason University invites high school students to attend the Northern Virginia Regional College Fair (NVRCF). Join more than 1,500 high school students from the Northern Virginia area and make connections with over 200 institutions from across the United States. The NVRCF will be held on Thursday, April 7, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Eagle Bank Arena. 

Check-In for the event will be located at the South Entrance of EagleBank Arena. Complimentary parking is available in Lot A adjacent to EagleBank Arena. Learn more about the April 7, 2022 Northern Virginia Regional College Fair

Julie Lythcott-Haims, NYT Best-Selling Author of How to Raise an Adult Returns to McLean FREE Event April 26th! In partnership with The Potomac School, the Safe Community Coalition is pleased to present former Stanford dean and New York Times best-selling author Julie Lythcott-Haims- “Throw Out the Checklisted Childhood: Tips and Strategies for Raising Successful Kids.” The event is Tuesday, April 26th, 2022 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Temple Rodef Shalom.   This FREE program is open to all and the registration link can be found on our website http://mcleanscc.org/

Student and School News- Highlights across Dranesville

FCPS Students Named 2022 Student Peace Award Winners

Students from 23 Fairfax County public schools have been named recipients of the 2022 Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County, designed to recognize young people who work as peacemakers. Read more about the award winners here.

Congratulations to the Dranesville winners:

Mariam Abdel Okhowa (Sr.), Herndon High School. As a seventh grader, Mariam helped her older sister and three other Iraqi American girls to found the nonprofit Girls-4-Girls, an independent organization with the mission "to educate, empower and provide opportunities to disadvantaged girls around the world.” 

Caroline Martell (Jr.), Langley High School. During her freshman year, Caroline Martell took training on advocacy through Team ENOUGH, a national youth organization dedicated to ending gun violence. 

Maya Kanaan, Marshall High School. Maya started the Peace in the Middle East club at Marshall High School her sophomore year. 

Olivia Zhang, McLean High School. Olivia Zhang is the founder and CEO of the non-profit organization, Cancer Kids First which has thousands of volunteers in chapters around the world sending toys, books and care packages to over 50 pediatric hospitals. 

Awards at Virginia DECA Conference

A total of 153 students from 12 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools were recognized as competitive event winners at the Virginia DECA State Leadership Conference held in Virginia Beach March 2-6. These students earned the right to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference April 23-26. Read more here.

Congratulations to the Dranesville winners:

Langley HS: Sylvia Cheng, 1st place and Gautam Raut, finalist.

McLean HS: Olivia Zhang and Morgan Link tied for second place for the FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge.

McLean HS

Virginia Journalist of the Year

Aleena Gul, Editor-in-Chief of The Highlander, came in second place in the VaMediaNow Journalist of the Year 2022 competition. Congratulations Aleena!

Drives during March at MHS

GLC Menstrual Product Drive

The McLean Girls' Leadership Committee is hosting a menstrual product drive throughout the month of March. Many women and girls have trouble affording food and basic necessities. Especially now during the pandemic, expensive yet necessary menstrual products can take a toll on families living paycheck to paycheck. Drop off your items in the marked boxes in front of the Main Office

MHS Book Drive - March

In honor of National Reading Month, we will be hosting a book drive to donate books to elementary and middle schools in our pyramid. Bins will be placed in the main office so be sure to drop off your gently used books!

PowerBars for Ukraine

Many McLean High School students have voiced their concern about the war in Ukraine. As a result we have decided to collect PowerBars to send there. Please drop off your PowerBars in the marked boxes in the Main Office. 

Herndon HS

Herndon High School Robotics Team.

Congratulations to the Herndon Robotics teams!

Herndon HS's Team 116 won their first District game in 26 years of team history, and will compete again tonight and this weekend. They may be headed to Districts after this weekend's competition. Good luck to teams 116, 449, and 1111!

Langley HS

Two Students on to State National History Competition in April

Congratulations to Jacqueline Gauthier- The Antarctic Treaty- Choosing Peace for a Frozen Continent (Individual Website submission) and Mansi Bhardwaj- World War Zero: Diplomacy in the Treaty of Portsmouth. Good luck!

DIVERSEartLANGLEY:

How does art reflect our culture and community? Come to the DIVERSEartLANGLEY exhibition this Thursday, March 24, at 6:00 p.m. and view artwork from students at Langley High School exploring that question along with themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Then join a moderated discussion (7 p.m.) reflecting on the show and on the history and role of art in social and cultural change. Langley HS Community Outdoor Yard Sale and Craft Fair: Bring your treasures to sell! The Langley HS Class of 2022 All-Night Grad Party (ANGP) is holding a Spring community yard sale and craft fair in the Langley HS parking lot on Sunday, March 27th, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.  More information here.

Cooper and Longfellow MS

2022 McLean AAUW STEM Essay Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 STEM Essay Contest sponsored by the McLean Area Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW)  The students were asked to discover and publicize women including women of color (non-white) who made a difference in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, but who received little or no recognition for their contributions while they were alive. Learn more at their site.

The winners are:

1st Place: Ishi Kanaparthi, Cooper Middle School (7th Grade)

2nd Place: Alden Walcott, Cooper Middle School (7th Grade)

Honorable Mention: Lillian Hood, Longfellow Middle School (7th Grade)

Honorable Mention: Hridhaan Banerjee, Cooper Middle School (7th Grade)

Herndon MS won 4th Place at the Great Reading Games

Congratulations to the many HMS students who participated in the Great Reading Games and achieved a score of 803,407 with 70,687 pages read! Great Job HMS!

Herndon Elementary Turns 60 Years Old!

Herndon Elementary is turning 60 and they're ready to celebrate!  Save the date for Sunday, April 24th to join the celebration!

Student Opportunities

Multiple Scholarships on Naviance

These scholarships can be found in the College section of Naviance or in your HS’s College & Career Center. Scholarships range from national to local; from merit-based to need-based; and from requiring an essay to filling out a simple form. There are hundreds of scholarships posted in Naviance! Below are two scholarships listed in Naviance:

• M2 Solutions Scholarship – one $1,500 scholarship to a Latino senior interested in pursuing Computer Science or Information Technology at either a 4- or 2-year institution. Deadline April 25.
• Leslie Kent Memorial Community College Scholarship – two FCPS seniors planning to attend NOVA and transfer to a 4-year institution. Scholarship may be continued each semester at NOVA. Financial need is considered. An essay and personal statement are required. Deadline May 31.

FCCPTA Scholarships

Each spring, FCCPTA awards (5) PTSA member students with $1,000 scholarships to assist in their pursuit of post-graduation learning.  Application deadline is April 15. Application and more details available here.

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA:

• Be a current and verified member of your school PTSA.
• Attend an accredited trade school, college, or university during the following academic year.
• Be a current FCPS high school senior.

NVSWCD College Scholarship

NVSWCD is offering a scholarship to one high school senior or college freshman pursuing a degree in conservation or a related field. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 1. Learn about and apply for the Future Conservation Leaders Scholarship.

NWF Teen Photo Contest

The National Wildlife Federation’s National Wildlife Photo Contest is accepting entries through March 27, 2022. Students between the ages of 13-17 may enter in the Young Habitat Photographers category. The entry fee is waived for students at registered Eco-Schools. Learn more about NWF’s National Wildlife Photo Contest and how to get a fee waiver.

Calling all Artists and Designers: Schoology Design Challenge Are your students looking for a spring break activity?  Create a design to fill the big blue field on the Schoology login page. All FCPS students in grades Pre-K-12 are eligible to submit. The deadline is May 20. Learn more here.

One Water Art Contest

Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG) is joining regional water utilities to hold an art contest with the theme of protecting our source water. Fairfax Water and Fairfax County Wastewater Management are looking for local student artists in grades 9-12 to create visual media which captures the importance of our local water sources. The local winner will go on to the regional contest. The submission deadline is Friday, April 8. Learn more about the One Water Art Contest for high school students and submit your entry.

Historical Marker Project Highlights Untold Stories

MCA Outstanding Character Award For Teens

The McLean Citizens Association (MCA) is again sponsoring Teen Character Awards to recognize teens of exceptional ethical and compassionate character.  Teens who have, on their own and without compensation or formal recognition, cared for elderly relatives or younger siblings, or who have helped out in the neighborhood or community (defined as the Greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area), deserve to be recognized not only for themselves but as an example to others. The award is not a competition.  All teens whose nominations indicate they meet the criteria will receive an award. The awards  will be presented presented on the stage at McLean Day on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. 

Nominations must be submitted by April 22, 2022. Find the application and more details here. Email Jim Beggs, MCA Education & Youth Committee Chair, with questions at e-y_committee@mcleancitizens.org.

Traveling Players Summer Programs

This is Traveling Players’ 20th summer of creating theatre, friendships, and memories — with the best people: theatrical teens and pre-teens, grades 3-12!  For summer 2022, we continue as a sleepaway acting camp & residential conservatory program for our most advanced students — every night is an overnight! — in a new location.  We’ve added a day camp in our Studio for elementary students.  With our beloved directors and leaders, we’re planning our best summer yet.  Join us! Learn more about Traveling Players here.

Register Now for PRC April Webinars

Supporting Early Learners: Growing the Caregiver’s Toolbox: A Webinar for PreK-2 Families

• 4/22/22: Supporting Healthy Habits & Routines in Early Learners
• 5/20/22: Growing through Tough Moments in Early Learners

There are so many ways children learn and develop throughout early childhood. Relationships, habits, and even challenges can become rich opportunities to teach and foster lifelong learning and skills for our children. Learn more about how self-regulation, executive functioning, and routines can help your children learn and develop.

Fridays 10-11:30 a.m.

Register for Supporting Early Learners: Growing the Caregiver’s Toolbox: A Webinar for PreK-2 Families

Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options for Students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and their Families

Flash Forward will provide students with IEPs and their families an introduction to options after high school.  Representatives from postsecondary and adult education, employment. community programs and services will be available.

Schedule:

6:30-7:30 p.m. Information Tables

7:30-7:45 p.m. Overview of Postsecondary options

7:45-8:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions

Tuesday, April 26, 2022, Woodson High School

Register for Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options for Students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and their Families

Community Updates

Supervisor Foust's newsletter

Please go here to sign up for his informative newsletter and  to read past newsletters  for the latest in Dranesville and Fairfax County news.

Free Car Seat Inspection- Saturday, March 26th

McLean District Police Station will host free child seat inspections on a first come first serve basis. Saturday, March 26, 9am to 1pm at McLean District Station (1437 Balls Hill Rd, McLean). Be sure to install the child seat yourself, so the inspection can be performed. The seat will be properly re-installed if necessary and you will learn how to install the seat properly in the future.

Colvin Run Mill House Open House

Come to the mill and experience history firsthand. The public is invited to join in the fun at Colvin Run Mill on Sunday, April 3, 2022, from 1 to 4 p.m. as the Miller’s House reopens. After extensive renovation, the house now offers an interactive design representing home life and in the early and late 1800s. Learn more here.

Fairfax Water Spring Flushing Program

Each Spring, Fairfax Water conducts its routine water main flushing program, which helps maintain the high quality of water in the distribution system. Flushing may result in temporary discoloration and the presence of sediment in the water. These conditions are not harmful and should be of very short duration. This is best resolved by letting the water run until it clears up. During this flushing period, a slight change is made in the disinfectant used by switching from chloramines to chlorine. As a result, you may notice a chlorine taste and odor in water during this time. The water is safe to drink.

The flushing program and disinfectant switch are scheduled to begin on March 21, 2022, and last through June 13, 2022. For more information on this program, please visit the Fairfax Water Internet site here.

McLean Community Center

Vote for the new MCC Governing Board

12 Dranesville Small District 1A residents, nine adults and three teens, are candidates for seats on the McLean Community Center Governing Board. The all-volunteer board sets the goals and aligns strategies for MCC programs and facilities. Residents of Dranesville Small District 1A are eligible to vote during the election.  Voting for Governing Board members will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, at the McLean Day 2022 festival at Lewinsville Park, 1659 Chain Bridge Rd. Early Voting: A resident may request a ballot package online (www.mcleancenter.org), by phone (703-744-9348, TTY: 711) or email (elections@mcleancenter.org), or may pick one up at MCC, 1234 Ingleside Ave. Completed early voting affidavits and ballots must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18. Learn about the candidates here.

Park Authority Spring Break Camps

The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) offers an array of spring break camps that are sure to be a hit with youngsters. Spring break is a good time to try out a new activity or learn a new skill. Campers can choose from our various sports, performing arts, nature, arts and crafts and STEM camps. Fairfax County’s spring break camps run April 4 - 8, 2022. Most camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Register online at Park Authority's Camp website, or by phone at 703-222-4664 for any of FCPA’s 65 spring break camps.

Office of Auditor General - Audit Buzz, March 2022 Issue

In this issue of Audit Buzz, OAG summarizes the status of current engagements and highlights both ethical intelligence and The Green Book, also known as Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government, in the Knowledge Hive.

FCPS Cares Program Recognizing employees who go above and beyond FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. Please submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS.

Upcoming School Board Meetings

• Today, March 24 at 6pm- Regular Meeting
• April 12 at 11am- All Day Work Session
• April 14 at 6pm- Spring Public Hearing
• April 14 at 7pm- Regular Meeting

If you need language interpretation or American Sign Language support for any School Board meeting, please contact the board clerk. Interested in School Board action items? Sign up to get an update on any School Board votes the morning after the School Board meeting.

How to watch meetings and sign up to speak

• Regular Meetings and Work Sessions are live-streamed on the FCPS website and televised on FCPS Cable Channel 99. 
• Recordings of Meetings: Work Sessions and Regular Meetings are recorded and available here after the meeting.
• For information about signing up to speak at a regular meeting, click here.
• Latest schedule of School Board Meetings.

The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.

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E-mail: Elaine Tholen  |  Phone: 571-423-1087

Wendy Biliter, Staff Aide, 571-423-1068, wmbiliter@fcps.edu