Dear Dranesville Families,
I hope you have been out to enjoy these lovely days of fall. Our area parks have so many nice trails for hiking, please take advantage of them. Families with fourth graders see below to get your free pass to our national parks.
The School Board has kicked off our strategic planning process with Dr. Reid, and there will be many ways for you to participate over the upcoming months. We are aiming to have our strategic plan prepared by May 2023. We will have surveys and open public forums across the district for families and community members as well as surveys and focus groups for students. You will be able to opt your student out of the surveys if you desire. Please watch my newsletter and your school newsletters for information on all of this as we move forward.
We are also beginning to work on our calendar and our budget for the school year 2023-2024. We will also be asking for your input on both of these processes so be thinking about your priorities. I am hoping we can set the calendar for the next two years during this work so that it will be easier for all of us to plan our schedules. We are changing the way we will get your input on our Capital Improvement Plan too. See below for more information on how to give input on those changes, but don't delay because it closes today.
One of my recent highlights was riding our morning bus routes to meet more of our Area 4 transportation crew and to see how they are managing our bus routes while dealing with a shortage of drivers. I was impressed to see how the drivers collaborate by radio to be sure every bus stop is serviced as efficiently as possible. The bus I rode did routes for Longfellow MS, McLean HS, Springhill ES, and then Westgate ES. Last week was the week where drivers counted every rider at each stop to determine the bus loads. There may be a few changes to bus routes to alleviate bus overcrowding in some areas. Even with the stress of the job, I watched the bus driver give a cheerful good morning to every student that got on the bus. These drivers are the first face of FCPS that our students see as they start their school day so their demeanor is important. I also want to give kudos to our bus patrols. They jumped right on the job when they got on the bus to help keep everyone safe. We are anticipating some changes to bus use in our area to try and alleviate some of the issues for our bus routes still struggling to be on a routine schedule. I know this has been hard for many of our families, and has been too long in coming, but we are trying to be creative. Please, if you know of anyone that is interested in driving a bus, have them apply for a position with FCPS. See below for information on our transportation job fairs. As I drove through multiple counties this weekend to see the fall leaves, I noted signs in each county trying to recruit drivers as we all struggle with this national problem.
I hope to see some of you at the Langley pyramid meeting with Dr. Reid on Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 pm. I enjoyed seeing our students ask Dr. Reid questions at the McLean Citizens Association (MCA) event last week at the McLean Community Center. We were accompanied by Douglas Tyson, Assistant Superintendent for Region 1 (Langley and Herndon) and Dr. Amelia Mitchell, Executive Principal for Region 2 (McLean). We had a lively discussion on many topics including grading, snow days, climate change action, recess time, etc. Thank you to MCA for hosting.
Have a fun Halloween weekend.
Elaine
In this newsletter,
Dr. Reid's Community Conversation Langley HS October 26 at 6:30pm
Dr. Reid will be hosting Superintendent Community Conversations across the division this fall to get to know our communities. Events are at high schools in each pyramid for families of elementary, middle, and high school students. Schools will share registration information with families and employees in advance of each event. See the list of events that have been scheduled. Please register, and once registered, you can request translation services and child care.
Here is the last date for the Dranesville pyramids:
10/26/22: Langley HS
 My trip to Lemon Road ES's Revitalize, Restore, Replant partnership with Fairfax County Stormwater Management and the Cornerstones Forum with Principals Aiello and Hunstad
 My trip to Kent Gardens ES, with Principals Hunstad and Barrow for the School Board Principals recognition, and the MCA sponsored Dr. Reid conversation with students
FCPS Updates
Calendar Reminders
Happy Diwali to all those who celebrate this day and the victory of light over darkness.
As a reminder, Friday, October 28, is the last day of the first quarter and a two-hour early release for students. Also, schools are closed for students on Monday, October 31, for a teacher workday.
See the 2022-23 School Year Calendar.
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ESSER Feedback Opportunities
Online feedback ends TODAY, Oct. 24 at 10pm
Fairfax County Public Schools received Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Funding in the fall of 2021. The funds are being used to support the safe operation of schools and address the impacts of COVID-19 on students.
ESSER III focus areas include resources for prevention and mitigation of COVID, academic services, multilingual engagement, support for students’ social emotional needs, and professional development.
We encourage you to provide feedback on how well we are meeting ESSER III requirements. Please complete this short Online Feedback Form, which will be open through Monday, October 24. Your voice matters! Your input will help inform the School Board and FCPS staff on the community’s view of our work. Please watch this video or visit our ESSER III webpage for examples of ESSER III funds at work in our schools.
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ESSER Public Hearing- November 3 at 6pm
Speaker list registration now open
Additionally, the School Board will hear public comments on ESSER funding at a hearing scheduled for Thursday, November 3 at 6 p.m. in the Luther Jackson Middle School auditorium (3020 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA). Registered speakers will have two minutes to address the Board regarding ESSER funding.
Capital Improvement Plan Engagement
Closes TODAY, October 24
The Capital Project engagement process represents our commitment to ensuring all school facilities support current educational programs and provide safe spaces for students to learn. The plan includes dollars for renovations, modular classrooms, additions to existing schools, and construction of new schools. FCPS engages in this work on a regular cycle, as projects are in various stages of design and construction, and impact a variety of stakeholders. Over the summer and into fall, FCPS staff conducted a review of the capital project communication process and developed a strategy for increasingly robust outreach, accessibility, transparency, and accountability.
Capital projects represent an opportunity for families and community members to be involved in the district. Therefore, we want to hear from you. Take a moment to review the Capital Project engagement process outlined on our website and share your feedback. The feedback form will close today, October 24, and public input will be shared with the Fairfax County School Board.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Applications
Opening Today, Oct. 24
Middle school students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2027 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application will beavailable on the TJHSST Admissions Office webpage starting October 24, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, with a deadline to submit the application by Friday, November 18, at 4 p.m. Visit the TJHSST freshman application website for more information.
Federal Impact Aid Forms- Due November 4
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid. Returning this form is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers. For each school-aged child in your household, please complete, sign, date, and return the survey. If Sections 1 and 2 of the survey do not apply to you, just check the box in Section 3. All responses are confidential.
All forms must be signed, dated, and returned by November 4.
FCPS Strategic Planning
 Fairfax County Public Schools is launching the engagement phase that will help us develop our brand new Strategic Plan. During her Community Conversations listening tour in each high school pyramid, Superintendent Reid has heard from many of you about your hopes and aspirations for our students. That feedback will become part of our proactive strategic plan that will serve as our North Star—or guide—for the future.
We will be inviting the entire FCPS community to engage in building our shared future. This includes hearing from our parents and caregivers, and broader community, as well as surveying students in grades three and above. You will have an opportunity to have your voice heard in one of many sessions (both in-person and virtual) during November and December. We encourage you to join us in this journey by actively participating in the conversation. The goal is to have the final strategic plan by June 2023. For a more detailed overview, visit FCPS’ Strategic Planning webpage.
Kent Gardens Elementary School- Capacity Challenges
Addressing the Capacity Challenges
We know Kent Gardens Elementary School is over capacity, and we understand the strain that puts on the building and more importantly, the students, employees, and families within that building. Determining the best way to address these issues is a task that we are all invested in. It was encouraging to see the depth of care the Kent Gardens community has for their school at the Oct. 7 meeting. I hope you will continue to stay involved and informed. Here are three great ways to do just that:
Fairfax County Youth Survey
The Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors work together to administer the Fairfax County Youth Survey. The County has posted the results for the 2021 survey and has an article 5 Things to Know from the 2021-2022 Youth Survey on their website with five top takeaways.
The survey is anonymous and voluntary, and is given to all students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 each fall. It provides a wealth of information about a variety of topics related to our youth that influence their physical and mental well-being from sleep and nutritional habits to substance abuse behaviors to symptoms of depression and suicidal thoughts.
The results provide a snapshot of our youth in Fairfax County but also serve as a barometer of our own effectiveness as a community in fostering healthy choices in our young people. Data from the Fairfax County Youth Survey is used as a measurement tool in the FCPS Strategic Plan Goal 2 - Caring Culture - Healthy Life Choices. The survey is anonymous and voluntary. Visit our website for more information on the upcoming Fairfax County Youth Survey.
New Text and Translation Messaging App
FCPS has recently adopted TalkingPoints, a two-way messaging app that allows parents and caregivers to communicate with teachers and schools. For more information, visit the FCPS TalkingPoints webpage.
The app translates messages, so teachers can input messages in English and parents can respond in their preferred language. TalkingPoints supports 125 languages, making it easier and faster for our FCPS families to connect with their schools. If you need to update your preferred correspondence language, please contact the front office at your student's school.
2022 Parent Involvement Survey
All parents of school-aged children and youth with disabilities who receive special education services in Virginia are encouraged to complete the Virginia Department of Education’s annual Parent Involvement Survey. The survey will remain open through December 16, 2022.
Parent Involvement Survey-English
Parent Involvement Survey-Spanish
If you have questions concerning this survey, please contact Chiquita Seaborne, Family Engagement Specialist/Special Projects Coordinator, via email, Chiquita.Seaborne@doe.virginia.gov or call (804) 225-3898.
Go Paperless
Parents can opt to “Go Paperless” for Progress Reports and Report Cards. In your ParentVue account, go to “My Account” and select the “Go Paperless” checkbox just under your account details.
FCPS Bus Driver Job Fairs
Join us for one of our school bus driver job fairs this fall and be part of our team! We will be hosting school bus driver job fairs from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the following dates and locations. Learn more about school bus driver opportunities! Contact 571-423-3000 or driveforfcps@fcps.edu with questions. Apply Today.
 My bus ride-along with Anne Bridges for her routes for Longfellow MS, McLean HS, Spring Hill ES, and Westgate ES
Student Bus Passes
Did you know: All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE bus for free. Fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year, with the pass. Learn more about Student Pass. Complete the application and return it to your school office.
Additionally, Connector and Metrobus are issuing SmarTrip cards to students at Justice, Annandale, Falls Church, and Marshall High Schools, and the Davis Center for use on specific routes in Northern Virginia. Visit the website to learn more and view the routes. Complete the application and return it to your school office.
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Every Kid Outdoors
The National Park Service is once again offering the Every Kid Outdoors program for 4th Graders and their families. 4th Graders can register for passes that will allow free entrance to any National Park throughout the US. Each pass admits all children under 16 and up to 3 adults. Passes expire August 31, 2023. Detailed rules and information can be found here.
Did you know Virginia has 22 National Parks and DC has 25? Click here to find locations of the national parks across the United States.
To obtain a pass through the Every Kid Outdoors program visit: https://everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm
Military Pass to the National Parks
Current US military members and their dependents, Gold Star Families and US military veterans are eligible to receive free lifetime access to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks, wildlife refuges, and forests. The free Military Pass is a way to thank America’s veterans, Gold Star Families, and current military and their dependents for their support of our country and to encourage them to explore recreational opportunities on their public lands and waters. Learn more about this program here.
Model Policy Comment Period
Share your Feedback
A new proposed model policy was recently proposed by the Virginia Department of Education regarding the “privacy, dignity, and respect for all students and parents in Virginia’s Public Schools.” A 30-day public comment period on the model policy began September 26 and closes October 26. You may provide feedback to the Virginia Department of Education on the new drafted policy. If you missed Superintendent Reid’s message regarding the new proposed model policy, please view it on our website.
New Issue of Audit Buzz
The October 2022 Issue of Audit Buzz is now out. In this issue of Audit Buzz, we summarize the status of current engagements, provide a case scenario on conflicts of interest in the Knowledge Hive, and offer a training opportunity for FCPS employees.
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Upcoming School Board Meetings
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November 1 at 2pm - Work Session: ESSER Update
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November 3 at 6pm - ESSER and Peace Valley Lane Public Hearing
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November 3 at 7pm - Regular Meeting
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
Reuniones de la Junta Escolar de FCPS en Español
Para ver las reuniones del Junta Escolar grabadas o para ver en vivo durante las Reuniones Ordinarias en YouTube, por favor vaya al canal de YouTube de FCPS en Español o escanee el código QR
To watch recorded School Board meetings or to watch live during the Regular Meetings on YouTube, please go to the FCPS en Espanol YouTube channel or scan the QR code.
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Community Updates
Supervisor Foust's Newsletter
Please go here to sign up for Supervisor Foust's informative newsletter for Dranesville and Fairfax County news and events.
Help Shape the Fairfax County Park System
There is still time to have your say and make an impact on the Fairfax County park system of the future! You can still join in the conversation online at two approaching workshops.The public is invited to participate in upcoming virtual public workshops and help shape the future of our local park system. FCPA invites participants to preregister using the links below. Workshops will take place on:
Fairfax County Community Connect
Community Connect is a free, secure, and easy to use platform that allows you to share critical information about your household or business that will aid first responders and emergency response personnel when responding to your residence. By providing information about your household that you feel is important for first responders to know about at the time of an emergency, they can ensure you and everything you care about is protected to the best of their ability. Go here to set up your profile, see more information, and check out the FAQs: Fairfax County Community Connect.
Traffic Updates
Please be aware of the major roadway construction projects in Dranesville. Travelers should expect potential delays when traveling in the area, and are encouraged to visit 511virginia.org for current information on travel conditions and work zones in Virginia.
Construction activity on northern section of George Washington Memorial Parkway
More construction activity along the northern section of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between the Route 123 interchange and 495 is underway.
Drivers should prepare for daily closures to occur as needed:
- Northbound lane closures may occur between 7 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
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Southbound lanes closures may occur between 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Drivers can view construction updates on the project webpage or opt-in to receive email updates (about traffic impacts, meeting notices and project milestones) by emailing gwmp_superintendent@nps.gov.
Route 7 Update
Please see the project website for information on upcoming lane shifts and other roadway impacts. Crews will be performing excavation and fill operations, clearing, storm pipe work, paving and other construction-related activities on October 23 - 28 along eastbound and westbound Route 7 (including work in the Difficult Run and Colvin Run area) and on other neighborhood streets. As a reminder, drivers will experience lane shifts on Route 7, traffic pattern changes on neighborhood streets, and detours along the corridor. Please see the Upcoming Lane Closures for Oct. 23 - 28, 2022 and related traffic alerts.
495 NEXT Project
The project team urges Langley High School, Cooper Middle School, and Churchill Road Elementary School students and parents to pay extra attention when approaching and traveling through work zones. Unlike normal road conditions, work zones involve large equipment, traffic pattern changes, lane closures, uneven pavement and variable speed limits.
If you have any questions or concerns, please visit www.495NEXT.org; send an email to 495NorthernExtension@VDOT.Virginia.gov; or call the Project Inquiry Line: 703-592-6430.
495 NEXT Community Grant program-apply now
Deadline December 31
Transurban, developer and operator of the 495, 95 and 395 Express Lanes, has launched a new competitive grant program to benefit the local community as part of the 495 Express Lanes Northern Extension (495 NEXT) project in Fairfax County. The 495 NEXT Community Grant program will award multiple grants each quarter worth up to $3,000 to non-profit organizations, educational institutions and other entities that sustain, enhance or protect the local environment and neighborhoods in proximity to the 495 NEXT project corridor. Over the past decade, Transurban’s Community Grant programs have contributed more than $2.3 million to more than 350 organizations, creating healthier communities across the region, including those providing educational programming, support to the vulnerable, environmental sustainability, and other critical services.
Successful grant applications will support an organization or neighborhood; provide benefits to a directly-affected community near the 495 NEXT corridor; or demonstrate social, environmental or safety benefits within the corridor.
Deadlines to apply for a community grant program occur quarterly, with the next deadline on December 31st. To learn more about Transurban’s Express Lanes Community Grant programs and how to apply, visit https://www.expresslanes.com/about
Office of the Ombuds
Did you know that FCPS has an Office of the Ombuds that is available to support you? An ombuds is someone who helps resolve conflict by facilitating communications and sharing available resources. The Office of the Ombuds works as an independent confidential resource to help students, families, community members, and employees get questions answered, resolve concerns, and voice complaints regarding FCPS matters. The ombuds is available to:
- Share strategies for parents to improve communication with, and between, school and home.
- Help to resolve disagreements between parents and schools or disagreements involving employees in the workplace.
- Provide ideas to foster parent participation in Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan meetings.
They do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.
If you have concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds, please call 571-423-4014 or email ombuds@fcps.edu
FCPS Parent Resource Center
The FCPS Parent Resource Center offers a welcoming and engaging environment for families, educators, and community members. It provides access to information and resources to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities.
PRC Upcoming Webinars
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Meet the Author Series - Paige Saves the Day, October 27, at 7 p.m.
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Nontraditional Families: Fostering Resilience and Inclusivity While Welcoming and Affirming All Families - November 3, 2022, 6:30 - 8 p.m. - Register for Nontraditional Families: Fostering Resilience and Inclusivity While Welcoming and Affirming All Families
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Where to Start: Supporting Children When Someone They Love Has Cancer - November 4, 2022, 10 - 11:30 a.m. - Register for Where to Start: Supporting Children When Someone They Love Has Cancer
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Everything You Need to Know About Opioids - Thursday, November 10, 2022, 10-11:30 a.m. - Register for Everything You Need to Know About Opioids
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Bullying Prevention - November 18, 2022 10:30 a.m. - noon - Register for Bullying Prevention
To join the PRC email list and receive notices of upcoming webinars, sign up for their News You Choose newsletter.
McLean HS
Pacemaker Finalists
Both The Highlander newsmagazine and WMHS News broadcast have been selected for the National Scholastic Press Association's list of news and broadcast Pacemaker finalists. Across the US, 38 newspapers or newsmagazines and 21 broadcast programs are finalists this year, and McLean High School is the only school in Virginia to be named a finalist in either category!
Marching Band Success
McLean High School's Marching Band performed at the VBODA State Assessment receiving a Superior Rating from all seven judges in all captions. Superior is the highest rating possible. Following their assessment, the Marching Band travelled to Virginia Beach where they performed at the VMBC Tidewater Regional Championship and were awarded third place. Go Highlanders!
Langley HS
 Congratulations to the Langley Coed Golf Team on being State champions for the 7th year in a row. Also, congratulations to Alina Ho for winning the Individual Champion Title!
Cooper Middle School Band
  The Cooper Band's performance and the School Board Recognition on October 6 School Board Meeting
Longfellow MS
Longfellow MS Quiz Bowl Team
Congratulations to the 2022 Longfellow MS Quiz Bowl team and their sponsor Mr. Huang. The A-team won the national championship, and the B-team came in at #5! They were honored at the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors meeting.
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 The Longfellow MS Chorus' performance at the October 20 Regular Meeting
House of Delegates Page Program Application
Thank you for your interest in the House of Delegates Page Program. The online application for the 2023 Legislative Session is now available. Please click here to verify your date of birth, create an account and access the online application portal. Page applicants must be 13 or 14 years old on January 11, 2023, to be eligible.
The deadline to complete and submit online applications is Monday, October 31, 2022, at 5 p.m. (EDT). Applications will not be considered after the submission deadline. If you have further questions on the application process or overall program, please email contact House Information and Communication Services at (804) 698-1500 or email your questions to HousePageSupervisor@house.virginia.gov .
2022 Congressional App Challenge
The Congressional App Challenge offers middle and high school students who are interested in coding a chance to develop and demonstrate their skills and interests in computer science and STEM. Students may register as individuals or in teams of up to four. No more than four students are allowed to form a team. Each district has its own challenge. The Congressional App Challenge also has compiled a Learn To Code list of resources to assist participants in their efforts.
The deadline to enter the Congressional App Competition is November 1, 2022. See additional details and register here.
Fairfax Area Student “Shark Tank” Technology Challenge
The Fairfax Area 50+ Technology Committee is proud to announce the 7th Annual Fairfax Area Student “Shark Tank” Technology Challenge. The competition is open to all high school students in Fairfax County, Fairfax City and City of Falls Church.
Students are challenged to develop an innovative device or app that will have a positive impact on the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities, or caregivers. Students are encouraged to be innovative and creative. Potential projects may be either a mobile app, web service, robotic, assistive device or any combination. Cash prizes will be awarded to the student winners by IntegrityOne Partners, the event sponsor. The Final Project Submission Form found in the Challenge Packet must be returned to us by Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023.
Learn more about the technology challenge, the timeline and how to enter.
2022 Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s School (SRGS)
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) offers the opportunity for 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s schools in academics and Visual and Performing Arts (VPA). Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in VA for four weeks in the June - late July timeframe. Deadlines are staggered with the interest form due November 11 and applications due in December. Please note when completing the form, enter a personal email address and do NOT use an fcpsschools.net email address. VDOE cannot send communications to the fcpsschools.net domain. To learn more about SRGS opportunities and the application process, visit this VDOE website.
Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship
Annually, the McLean Community Center recognizes the hard work and talent of young performing artists through the James C. Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship Competition. Following a preliminary round and final round of competition, three prizes (1st - $1,200; 2nd - $800, and 3rd - $400) are awarded in each of four categories: Dance, Theater, Instrumental Music and Vocal Music.
2023 Macdonald Scholarship Competition
Who can apply: High school students who reside in or go to school in the MCC tax district (Small District 1A-Dranesville) are eligible to apply. Students may enter in more than one category, but must submit an application form for each. Click here for the application. Application Deadline: Friday, Jan. 27 If you have any questions about the James C. Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship Competition, please email Danielle.VanHook@fairfaxcounty.gov.
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Distinguished FCPS Graduate for the Hall of Fame
Nominations are open for our next round of inductees to the FCPS Hall of Fame. We know there are many outstanding graduates to be recognized. Educate Fairfax aims to create a community where our alumni are engaged with FCPS, our students, and one another. The Nomination Form is Available Through this Link. Deadline for submissions: January 9, 2023 at noon.
Learn more about the Hall of Fame on our website.
Green Your Halloween
Check out Seven Generations Ahead’s Green Your Halloween Guide to learn how you can have a low waste, or even zero waste Halloween. From costumes and trick-or-treating to parties and donating leftover candy, this guide has lots of great ideas about how to celebrate sustainably, have fun, and save money.
West Falls Church Active Transportation Study Community Meetings
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold two community meetings - one in person and one virtual - to present updates on the West Falls Church (WFC) Active Transportation Study. The study focuses on improving active transportation within 2 miles of the West Falls Church Metrorail Station. View the scope of work for the WFC Active Transportation Study and a map of the study area at the West Falls Church Active Transportation Study project website
- Virtual Meeting: Wednesday, October 26 from 7:30 - 9 p.m.
- In-Person Meeting: Thursday, October 27 from 7 - 9 p.m.
- 7:00 - Open House, 7:30 - Presentation
- Longfellow Middle School Cafeteria (2000 Westmoreland St, Falls Church)
Drug Take Back Day- October 29, 10am – 2pm
Drop off unused or expired medications at the locations listed below and learn more details including what is and is not accepted here.
- Disposal is FREE, convenient, confidential, and safe
- Safe handling of unused or expired medications:
- Protects the environment
- Prevents drug misuse
- Prevents accidental poisoning
MPAartfest Children's Art Walk Exhibit
Through Tuesday, Nov 1
Stop by MPA now through November 1 to visit the MPAartfest Children's Art Walk! Because of this year's hurricane weather event cancellation, we've moved the Art Walk to our Ramp Gallery to allow the community to enjoy the artwork created by students from McLean public and private schools. The Children's Art Walk will be available for viewing during MCC (1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA) operating hours, in the Ramp Gallery leading upstairs from the front entrance of the MCC.
Herndon HS Tag Day Concert
The Herndon High School Band invites all to their free annual Tag Day Concert on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 7 pm in the Herndon HS auditorium. This is a free concert to thank the Herndon and Reston communities for their support. The Concert will feature the Wind Ensemble, as well as the marching band playing their final time through this year's show called ‘Full Speed Ahead’.
Come and join the band for an evening of great music!
The Safe Community Coalition Presents “Connections” with Meghan Leahy
November 9 at 7pm
The Safe Community Coalition welcomes noted Washington Post parenting columnist, Meghan Leahy on Wednesday, Nov. 9th at 7pm at The McLean Community Center (1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA)
A self-described “heart-centered parent coach in a data-driven world,” Meghan is passionate about working with children and families and will share her latest talk, “Connections.”
Smart, savvy and non-judgmental, Meghan helps parents tackle issues big and small. Focusing on connections, Meghan addresses how children connect to their caregivers and ways caregivers can facilitate communication, cooperation and joy by understanding these connections. With a little bit of neuroscience and development theory and a lot of humor, Meghan helps equip caregivers with strategies on how to better connect with the children in their lives.
Connections is recommended for all caregivers (parents, grandparents, nannies, teachers, etc.) and addresses all ages of children. This event is FREE, but registration is required at www.mcleanscc.org.
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MPA's -"Continuum: Artists Teaching Artists"
Join us for our fall exhibition --- continuing through November 10, in our Atrium and Emerson Galleries. The exhibition highlights works by 18 artists who give significant time to teaching, mentoring and community-building, while continuing to sustain and develop strong and innovative personal bodies of work. The Emerson Gallery is open Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Atrium Gallery is open for viewing during MPA hours of operation. Visit this McLean Project for the Arts link to learn more.
Dunn Loring Repurposing Project Community Meeting- Nov. 10
Lemon Road and Timber Lane Families
Join us on November 10, 6 - 7 p.m. for a hybrid community meeting to learn more about the Dunn Loring repurposing project and share your views on the project and design process to date. This voter-funded renovation project will provide approximately 900 students with an elementary school rooted in history and poised to provide 21st-century learning, preparing young children for bright futures. Your voice matters and we would like to hear from you.
You may attend the event in person at the Gatehouse Administrative Center (8115 Gatehouse Road, Falls Church) or virtually via Zoom. Language interpretation will be provided based on the availability of interpretation staff.
Please be aware, the November 10 meeting will focus on the proposed design and future construction. Boundary discussions will begin at the start of construction, which may be as early as spring 2024. We will share future engagement opportunities with the community as they are scheduled.
Register for the November 10 community meeting
Learn more about the Dunn Loring project
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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