Speed Cameras Target School Zone Safety
On December 6, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to launch a pilot program that will have 10 speed monitoring devices (speed cameras) installed throughout the county. These cameras will be in nine school zones and one construction zone.
Studies show that speed camera enforcement is effective in improving safety by reducing speeding, accidents, and injuries. Thanks to our county partners for helping to improve the safety of our students and staff. Read more about the school zone speed camera pilot program.
Strategic Planning Community Forums Scheduled
Beginning January 30, FCPS will host a series of community forums as part of our Strategic Plan development process. The completed schedule and locations for the sessions are posted on FCPS' Strategic Planning webpage.
Community Forums
Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan prior to its completion and formal adoption by the Board. In-person forums will be held in multiple locations throughout the community. Virtual forums will be held as well.
Meeting dates in 2023:
- Monday, January 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Stone Middle School
- Tuesday, January 31, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Lake Braddock SS cafeteria (large)
- Wednesday, February 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Marshall HS cafeteria
- Thursday, February 2, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Mason Crest ES cafeteria
- Saturday, February 4, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Spring Hill ES cafeteria
- Monday, February 6, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Edison HS cafeteria
- Tuesday, February 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m., South County HS cafeteria
- Wednesday, February 8, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Spanish, Facebook/Zoom - Virtual
- Thursday, February 9, 12 to 1:30 p.m., Virtual
Tutor.com Testimonials
 Are you curious about the experience our families have had with Tutor.com? FCPS parents have provided some feedback:
- “As a parent, I logged in for the first time to see what my student could expect here. The tutor I chatted with was very helpful with my questions and gave me some great tips to try with my child. Next time, I will log in with my child and hopefully match with a tutor that will help him realize learning can be done in different ways.” —Elementary School Parent
- “My child used tutor.com last night and said her math tutor was EXCELLENT. She was happy and so now I'm happy, too, as she's been grinding it out solo in the hardest math.” —High School Parent
Unless they have been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.
Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.
Calendar Reminder: Winter Break
As a reminder, winter break will be held December 19, 2022, to January 2, 2023. School offices will be closed December 23 and 26, and January 2.
To help make sure school-based staff and students have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments should be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students and teachers back in the new year. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
See the Employee Calendar and the 2022-23 School Year Calendar.
Give Your Student the Gift of Education
We recognize that holidays are an important time to reconnect with family and expose children to their heritage and culture, whether they grew up in another part of the United States or a different country. If your family’s holiday plans include extended travel, please remember the impact to your children’s education if they miss too much school. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
COVID Diagnostic Testing in January
Mark your calendars! COVID diagnostic testing will be available for FCPS teachers, staff, and students at five locations across the county January 3-5 from 5 to 8 p.m. This testing is for those who are either experiencing COVID symptoms or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID. Appointments are not required, but registration must be completed before testing. Visit the COVID Testing webpage for more information.
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