2023 January Newsletter
Dear FCPS Families and Community Members:
Happy New Year! We are off to a great start in 2023. First, I want to welcome our new readers who may be seeing my newsletter for the first time. I usually communicate once a month to share updates on important work and actions that may impact your student. This month's issue covers a variety of topics including my ongoing work in special education, updates on the John Lewis Leadership Program, which is in its first year of implementation, progress on developing the school calendar, and our Capital Improvement Program and Budget. I have also included specific information on Academic progress, supports and resources to assist in your student's college and/or post graduation plans. I hope you will find this information helpful. Please visit News You Choose to manage your subscription.
This month is also the time we recognize and celebrate the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a man who demonstrated love and commitment to his community through public service. This day is also a call to service in our community. I had the distinct pleasure of attending a service in his honor with our Superintendent and to volunteer with teens from across our county as we joined efforts with Volunteer Fairfax to support local teenagers. The day was a solemn reminder that we each have a part in bringing positive change to our world.
As we venture into the opportunities of this New Year, I hope to hear from you or meet you in my travels. It is a pleasure to serve as one of your School Board Representatives.
Best,
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 Inside this issue:
My Ongoing Work
- Capital Improvement Program Process Underway
- Save the Date: Special Education Comprehensive Review Report Virtual Town Hall, February 22, 7-8 p.m.
- John Lewis Leadership Program Update
Opportunities for Family and Community Feedback
- COVID-19 Compensatory Education Plan Meeting for Families of Students with Disabilities
- Strategic Plan: Make Your Student's Voice Count!
Supporting Student Success and Academic Excellence
- Academic Matters: Virginia Growth Assessments
- Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Proposed Budget Highlights
- Dual Language Immersion Program Registration Opens January 23
- 2023-24 College Financial Aid Forms Are Available; College Access Fairfax Is Here to Help
- Plan for the 2023 FCPS Gap Year Fair
- Attend a High School Academy Open House
- Tutor.com for Test Prep
- Celebrating Student Achievement
Supporting Parent/Family Engagement
- Review and Understand Draft School Year Calendar Options
- Webinars in January for Parents/Caregivers
School-Community Partnerships to Support Students and Schools
- GrandInvolve Volunteer Opportunities for Volunteers 55+ Years Old
- Call to Businesses: Promoting School-Business Partnerships
School Board Committee Updates
- Comprehensive Planning Development Committee
- Educate Fairfax Investments In the Classroom
- December Audit Update
Community Announcements and Activities
- Calendar Reminder: Quarter End
- Virginia School Principal Appreciation Week, January 16-20
- Instructional Job Fair on February 11
- NOVA STEM Camp Registration Now Live
- Scholarship Opportunities
My Ongoing Work
Capital Improvement Program Process Underway
The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes an annual review of the current student membership and facilities data to determine future capital requirements for new construction, capacity enhancements, and facility renovations.
The Proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-28 CIP identifies current and anticipated funding for the following capital projects within the next five and ten years as outlined below.
Five years:
- New School Construction: Dunn Loring Elementary School (funded) and Silver Line Elementary School (partially funded).
- Capacity Enhancements: addition at Justice High School (funded) and relocation of modular buildings (unfunded).
- Renovations: six elementary schools and one high school (funded); seven elementary schools and one high school (partially funded); and eight elementary schools and two middle schools (unfunded).
- Site Acquisition: Western High School (partially funded).
Ten years:
- New School Construction/Repurposing: Western High School (unfunded), Route 1 ES (Pinewood Lakes) (partially funded), Tysons ES (unfunded), Pimmit Hills (unfunded), Virginia Hills (unfunded).
- Capacity Enhancement: relocation of three modular buildings (unfunded).
- Site Acquisition: Western High School (partially funded).
As the staff and the School Board continue to review and improve the draft plan, below are a few highlights of my goals and priorities for the upcoming CIP process:
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Addressing Overcrowded Schools. As I reviewed the draft CIP plan, I am concerned about overcrowded schools. I have also urged our staff to not only identify such locations, but to also proactively communicate with those communities to provide an opportunity for input in the decision-making process.
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Support for Pre-K Sites. Because Pre-K education plays a vital role in preparing students for success now and in the future, I strongly support expanding the program to better prepare our preschoolers. This focus is an opportunity to conduct a county-wide assessment and recommend where Pre-K sites can be located. Such work will necessarily require coordination with our Board of Supervisors. I also support community discussion on the topic.
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Community Outreach and Engagement. As Chair of the Comprehensive Planning Development Committee, I have worked with my colleagues to define and improve our process and procedures to keep FCPS families and community stakeholders informed and engaged in our Capital Improvement Program. Read the CPDC’s Update below to learn more about our ongoing efforts to support outreach and community engagement. It is essential that we “demystify” the perception of how we manage the que for school construction and renovation projects. It is particularly important that families and our community neighbors know what to expect and have meaningful opportunities to participate in the process.
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Understanding the Bond Process. When a bond is approved, it may take years before construction begins. I'm focused on improving the communication process that provides an ongoing source of information to allow community members to understand the process from Bond approval to construction.
Read more about our Capital Improvement Process online.
Check the status of current and upcoming construction or renovation projects.
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Special Education Comprehensive Review Report Virtual Town Hall
February 22, 7-8 p.m.
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John Lewis Leadership Program in the Spotlight
 Group of Lewis High School students pose with Andrew Aydin – September 27, 2022
The Washington International School Professional Development Collaborative recently spotlighted the Lewis Leadership Program on its website. Below is an excerpt from that article, featuring reflections from a student participant:
I had many important experiences throughout the program: meeting John Lewis’s former Digital Director and Policy Advisor Andrew Aydin and showing him around the school, looking at objects from the ¡Presente! exhibit with Natalia Febo from the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino, attending the John R. Lewis Leadership Program Reception where I got the honor of meeting his brother, Henry Lewis, and recently, my favorite one, taking part in student-led professional learning for teachers. There are many different ways our student voices can matter. I am learning how to use mine to make an impact on something I care about and to help the people around me.
When having the student-led professional learning event a few weeks ago, it was an amazing way of expressing my voice and others’ on how we felt about today’s community and generation. Not only did the teachers who I talked with, Mr. Giblin and Ms. Hill, listen to what I had to say, but they understood my struggles and perspective and made me feel valued and actually heard. I got to listen as well to both of them when they shared their experiences as students and some of the struggles they have been through. As I listened to them, it made me realize that a student and a teacher aren’t that different, despite what others may say or seem to notice. In those 22 minutes of conversation, it connected us somehow with comparing similarities and differences as an old and new generation. It made the bond I already had with one of the teachers become stronger as I finally got to know them not just as a teacher, but as a person, an individual.
As I reflect as a Student Ambassador on what part I have in the Lewis Leadership Program, it’s clearer than crystal that it involves me, as a senior, helping my peers figure out what they care about in terms of change in political, environmental, or even in mental health–whatever issues matter to them. I want to represent all students who believe in something but aren’t sure what to do about it. I want them to be able to have a voice, feel the importance of what is on their mind, and have that sense of feeling at home within the Lewis Leadership Program, just like me. I want them to have the sense of belonging somewhere that takes opinions and differences. No matter the backgrounds we each contain, we share each other’s pains and hopes like a family. This is what I see as my part in the program and to be able to keep up with it even after graduation. I hope to make changes, view things differently than how I would have before, and learn more along the way.
Read Michelle’s complete reflection as well as reflections from Deborah March, Lewis Leadership Program Manager.
Opportunities for Family and Community Feedback
COVID-19 Compensatory Education Plan Meeting for Families of Students with Disabilities
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to implementing a plan for COVID-19 compensatory education as part of its obligation to provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to students with disabilities. If you did not get a chance to participate in one of our earlier informational meetings for parents/guardians and other stakeholders, please join us on Wednesday, January 25, from 7-9 p.m.
Strategic Plan: Make Your Student's Voice Count!
FCPS’ strategic planning process will incorporate feedback from school staff, families, students, and community partners and organizations. FCPS is currently seeking secondary students in grades 7-12 who are interested in participating in a strategic planning focus group. Please encourage your student to participate in this unique opportunity to share their voice.
Focus groups will provide an opportunity to share feedback in a small group with other FCPS students and a trained facilitator. FCPS is hosting four virtual focus groups for secondary students in February and March:
- February 9, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.
- March 16, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.
Interested students should check their email for a form to sign up for a focus group. Students will be asked to provide their student ID, so their parents/caregivers can be identified and contacted to ask for consent to participate.
If you have any questions about the student focus groups or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact strategicplan@fcps.edu.
Register Now to Attend a Strategic Planning Community Forum!
Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for one that is most convenient for you. 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 School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.
Supporting Student Success and Academic Excellence
Academic Matters: Virginia Growth Assessments
During the Academic Matters section of the School Board meeting last week, Dr. Reid shared updates on the Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA). In 2021, legislation was passed in Virginia requiring schools to perform content standards testing in the fall and winter. Dr. Reid reflected that there are opportunities for improvement in the timeliness of the information being shared with schools between the two assessment windows.
Families will receive fall and winter math and reading results together in the next eight weeks. FCPS’ fall results indicate that the school division is outperforming other Virginia districts in every area, in every grade level.
Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Proposed Budget Highlights
At last Thursday's School Board meeting, the proposed budget for FY 2024 was discussed. Its investments focus on closing the achievement gap for all students which widened during the pandemic.
This budget also gives our youngest learners a strong start and includes investments for our special education students who were impacted during the pandemic, while continuing to attract and retain teachers and staff who are the backbone of our organization.
The FY 2024 Proposed Budget totals $3.5 billion—a net increase of $249.6 million or 7.6% over the FY 2023 Approved Budget. The superintendent is requesting an additional $159.6 million, or a 7.0% increase, from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Nearly 86% of the budget is targeted at instruction.
The Proposed Budget focuses on several key areas:
- Innovative investments that close the achievement gap for all students:
- Equitable access to literacy.
- Increased access to PreK programming.
- Supports for students with special education needs.
- Funding for students in Advanced Academic Programs.
- Changing student enrollment needs.
- Increase in student and family supports, including access to middle school athletic opportunities that support student well-being.
- Continuation of green investments.
- Increased security measures.
- Proposed increases in employee compensation.
Watch Dr. Reid’s presentation to the School Board.
Access the presentation slides on Boarddocs.
Dual Language Immersion Program Registration Opens January 23
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs will open on Monday, January 23. Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Parents who are interested in the DLI programs in FCPS are encouraged to attend an informational meeting at their school site. Meetings began Wednesday, January 11. Get more information on DLI programs and registration.
2023-24 College Financial Aid Forms Are Available; College Access Fairfax Is Here to Help
It’s time for high school seniors and their families to complete college financial aid forms. Most colleges require that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) be completed by Saturday, March 1, to receive the maximum financial aid possible in fall 2023. Some schools have earlier priority deadlines, so check the individual college’s financial aid office website for deadlines and specific forms to complete. To begin the FAFSA, you will need to create a FSA ID.
A funding opportunity is available for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA—the Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) program. Visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website for help in determining which aid option is right for you.
College Access Fairfax's website offers recordings, virtual workshops, and other resources. Their Financial Aid Champions also provide help completing the financial aid forms. To request a one-on-one appointment, please email appointments@collegeaccessfairfax.org.
Families can also contact their high school's college and career specialist or school counselor if they need additional help.
Plan for the 2023 FCPS Gap Year Fair on February 1
FCPS School Counseling Services and Go Overseas are co-hosting the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Wednesday, February 1, at West Springfield High School from 6:30 to 9 p.m. This event is for high school students and parents/caregivers. Representatives from more than 40 programs offering gap year opportunities will be on site.
Students are encouraged to pre-register for this event. For more information, visit USA Gap Year Fairs.
In the event of inclement weather, the Gap Year Fair will be held on Thursday, February 2, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Interested in learning more about gap year opportunities for high school students? Join us for the annual Gap Year Program Fair on Wednesday, February 1, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at West Springfield High School. Parents and students welcome!
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 Explore Exciting Health and Human Services Careers at Falls Church Academy
Attend a High School Academy Open House
FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning this month. Falls Church Academy, featured in this video, will have a virtual open house on Thursday, January 26. Learn more and find the calendar of all Academy Open Houses.
View the YouTube playlist of academy videos.
FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in mid-January. The schedule of remaining opportunities is below:
- Marshall Academy Open House January 25, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
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Edison Academy
- Open house: February 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Fairfax Academy
- Open House: February 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses that can prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in Academy elective courses will have opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, and/or internships with local businesses.
High school students have the chance to explore their professional interests. Attend our Academy Open House events:
Learn more about our Academies and Specialized High School Programs online.
Tutor.com for Test Prep
Did you know Tutor.com can help with more than just homework? This free, on-demand tutoring service also offers a comprehensive range of resources that include exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time, and if they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor through voice or chat options for help. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
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Celebrating Student Achievement
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Team Wins NASA Challenge
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology was among the 60 winning teams chosen by NASA for the second TechRise Student Challenge. The Challenge is a nationwide contest designed to engage students in technology, science, and space exploration. These teams will work together to build science and technology experiments in preparation for a suborbital flight test. Read more about the contest.
Five FCPS Students Among Nation’s Top 300 Teen Scientists
Society for Science (the Society) announced the top 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2023 (STS), the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors.
Five of the 300 scholars are FCPS students: One is from McLean High School, and four are from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. The scholars will be awarded $2,000, and their schools will be awarded $2,000 for each enrolled scholar.
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24 FCPS Students Named as Class of 2023 Posse Scholars
Earlier this month, 24 FCPS students were named as Posse Scholars this year, including students from 15 of our high schools. A special shout out to John R. Lewis High School with six Posse Scholars. Posse was founded in 1989 because of the words of one student who said, “I never would’ve dropped out of college if I had my posse with me.” The simple concept of sending a group of students to college together has now become a program that has given more than 10,000 students scholarship opportunities and experience to support them as they find their path. Posse Scholars have a 90% graduation rate! Together, great things are possible!
Engineering with Empathy
Eighth-grader Rishab made a brace to help people with spinal cord injuries inspired by his father’s back pain woes. His classmate, Aasritha, made a specialized bottle cap opener after watching her grandmother struggle to open things on her own. And, Roman (pictured above) made a “third thumb” that he hopes will help people with arthritis hold objects longer, after noticing his grandfather’s difficulty hanging onto coffee mugs.
The prototypes are all part of an “Engineering with Empathy” unit created by Rachel Carson Middle School instructor Mark Bolt, for students in his Engineering 3 elective course. Learn more about the course.
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Supporting Parent/Family Engagement
Review and Understand Draft School Year Calendar Options
At yesterday’s work session, the School Board discussed draft calendars that were created for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years. Draft calendars were developed using the following criteria as a framework:
- Federal, state, and Virginia Department of Education guidance.
- Superintendent’s priorities.
- School Board input.
- Student absentee data.
- Staff absentee data.
- Surrounding jurisdictions’ calendars.
- Survey results.
- Calendar Feedback Committee input.
You may view the draft calendars and other related documents in Boarddocs. The calendars will be presented as new business during the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 26. The Board is scheduled to vote on the calendars during their meeting on Thursday, February 9.
Watch a recording of the work session. Get information on FCPS' calendar development process.
Webinars in January for Parents/Caregivers
The Parent Resource Center will present the following webinars in January:
- Neurodiversity: What Do You Mean We Are All Neurodiverse? on Thursday, January 12, at 6:30 p.m., and Friday, January 13, at 10 a.m.
- Social-Emotional Milestones in Early Childhood on Friday, January 20, at 10 a.m.
- Morning Meeting and Responsive Advisory Meeting: Building Positive Classroom Communities through Social and Emotional Learning on Tuesday, January 24, at 10 a.m.
Click on the links above for more information or to register.
School-Community Partnerships to Support Students and Schools
 GrandInvolve Volunteer Opportunities for Volunteers 55+ Years Old
Ignite Partner GrandInvolve is recruiting older adult volunteers to provide classroom assistance with reading, event support, math, materials preparation, and other important tasks that a teacher might request. This all-volunteer led program facilitates volunteer opportunities in 25 of FCPS’ Title I elementary schools.
If you or someone you know would like a rewarding experience with flexible hours and an engaging variety of responsibilities, consider volunteering with GrandInvolve. Learn more and complete their interest form.
Call to Businesses: Promoting School-Business Partnerships
Be an Annual Sponsor
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to commit to an investment in FCPS and Educate Fairfax.
A corporate Annual Sponsorship will have an immediate and sustained impact on our students, our future workforce, and our county. Businesses that invest in Educate Fairfax and FCPS not only develop their own future talent pipeline but position their company favorably with local customers and their community.
Educate Fairfax believes in the power of community partnerships to strengthen public schools and help students achieve success. Strong public schools are the bedrock of a vibrant community.
This year, part of the sponsorship package will also be an investment in our newest fund, the Innovators Fund, which will inspire STEAM learning, creativity, and exploration at all levels.
Find out more about sponsorship opportunities and their impact on our website
Partner or Volunteer with Schools
FCPS Business and Community Partnerships is happy to work with local businesses and organizations to help support our schools and students. Through its Ignite Partnerships, the team establishes valuable long-term relationships in the community. Please contact Jay Garant at 571-423-1225 or Kathy Ryan for information. Learn more about Business and Community Partnerships by subscribing to their monthly newsletter.
Support Financial Literacy
Junior Achievement of Greater Washington (JA) is a public/private nonprofit collaboration between FCPS, educators, businesses, and volunteer mentors who come together to inspire, guide, and teach students how to be financially capable and ready to take on their futures.
Eighth graders at FCPS have an opportunity to build their financial literacy at JA Finance Park. Talk to your students’ social studies teacher to find out what day your student will be visiting. Parents can sign up online to volunteer.
Business professionals are also encouraged to volunteer to work with students. If interested, please contact Caitlin Hennessy.
School Board Committee Updates
Comprehensive Planning Development Committee
The CPDC met on December 8, 2022.The committee reviewed the Framework for Capital Project Program Community Engagement with representatives from the Office of Communication and Community Relations. In our efforts to improve outreach for all land use matters–including CIP–our committee wanted to ensure our process includes steps to adequately notify the community about the potential impact of our development projects. A motion was made and accepted that we need a document that specifically addresses when public/community notice is necessary and what triggers for that notice for specific development projects that are not currently being addressed.
Educate Fairfax Investments In the Classroom
This year, Educate Fairfax granted nearly $85,000 to 52 teachers around the county to be used for innovative classroom projects that relate to future careers. These grants are already making a difference! Check out some stories online.
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December Audit Update
FY 2022 Local School Activity Funds (LSAF) Audit. As a result of the LSAF Audit, at the FCPS division wide level, OAG was able to determine that cash balances are fairly stated and internal controls are adequate and functioning as intended. OAG determined through continuous monitoring that transactions across the division appeared to be reasonable and did not appear to be fraudulent. OAG did not identify any findings in this report but identified one observation related to compliance with applicable policies and regulations. The one observation noted in the report encompasses the exceptions that were noted at the site level in which OAG found that 135 sites had no noted exceptions; 68 sites had three or fewer noted exceptions; and one site had five noted exceptions. The exceptions noted did not materially impact the cash balance as of June 30, 2022 or have a material effect on the financial statements for FCPS as a division.
FY 2022 Continuous Monitoring Q3 and Q4 Results. Continuous monitoring procedures are conducted for appropriated and non-appropriated transactions on a quarterly basis. In addition to transaction testing, the process includes selecting a sample of sites that will be subject to additional testing procedures via site visits. The non-appropriated transactions are used to form the basis of transaction testing for the annual Local School Activity Funds (LSAF) audit and any exceptions are reported as part of the FY 2022 LSAF audit for the year ending June 30, 2022. Any exceptions related to appropriated funds may be analyzed to determine if a Business Process Audit is warranted. For FY 2022, out of 204 sites, 163 sites had no observations noted; 39 sites had three or fewer observations; two sites had four observations. No notable items of concern were identified.
FY 2023 ESSER III Continuous Monitoring Results. OAG monitors the ESSER III transactions via continuous monitoring on a periodic basis and will continue to monitor the transactions throughout the term of the grant. Overall, with this continuous monitoring, it appears that internal controls are implemented and transactions appear to be allowable. OAG did not identify any notable items of concern. In addition, OAG was able to follow-up on observations from the prior continuous monitoring and determined that transactions were properly credited and reclassified. OAG expects to perform the next CM on ESSER III transactions in early spring of 2023.
FY 2022 Legal Audit with Management Responses. OAG identified three moderate risk findings related to (1) documenting the process for managing external legal counsel, (2) establishing requirements for contractual agreements and billing practices, and (3) managing and tracking legal costs. OAG did not identify any indicators of fraud, waste and abuse related to external counsel invoices and did not identify any gaps in the FOIA request process for external counsel invoices since corrective actions were implemented. OAG has began conducting follow-up on those recommendations due by October 31, 2022 and will report on these items in the January 2023 Audit Committee meeting. OAG will continue to follow-up on open recommendations a quarterly basis.
OAG FY 2022 Annual Report. OAG presented highlights on the accomplishments and value added services provided to FCPS during FY22. The annual report will also be presented in the School Board Work Session scheduled for January 10, 2023.
Read the Office of Auditor General’s 2022 December Newsletter to access the reports referenced in this update.
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Community Announcements and Activities
Calendar Reminder: Quarter End
As a reminder, Wednesday, January 25, is the last day of the quarter and a two-hour early release day for students. Schools will be closed for students on Thursday, January 26, for a staff development day and Friday, January 27, for a teacher workday. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar.
Virginia School Principal Appreciation Week, January 16-20
Instructional Job Fair on February 11
Interested in becoming a teacher? Fairfax County Public Schools wants you to be a part of our team! We are searching for educators with a strong academic background and a passion to make a difference.
To meet hiring needs in instructional areas, we are hosting a job fair on Saturday, February 11. Networking and interviewing opportunities with representatives from various Fairfax County public schools will be available. The in-person fair will be held at Oakton High School from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. A virtual option will be held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Get more details on the job fair. Find out how to Become a Teacher and read teachers’ stories.
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NOVA STEM Camp Registration Now Live
Registration for our hands-on summer 2023 STEM Camps is now LIVE at nvcc.edu/systemic/camps…. Coding, Robotics, Fabrication, Cybersecurity, and more!
Whitman Family Market Schedule
Each month, Whitman Middle School hosts Whitman’s Family Market where they distribute fresh produce and pantry staples to families in our community. The food is free of charge for all who participate thanks to the generous support of the Capital Area Food Bank.
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Scholarship Opportunities
 Deadline to apply: January 25, 4:00 p.m. eastern/3:00 p.m. central. Visit Dominion Energy's website to learn more about this opportunity.
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship
Nominations Accepted: November 1- March 1
The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year nomination window is from November 1st to March 1st, annually. Nomination packets must be received by each applicant's respective American Legion Department (state) no later than March 1st. Then each respective American Legion Department (state) Selection Committee will determine the Eagle Scout judged to be the best in their Department (state). The Department (state) will then send that packet, along with a list of the members serving on that Selection Committee, to The American Legion National Headquarters no later than April 1st.
The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Three (3) runner-up scholarship awards will be granted in the amount of $2,500 each.
The scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive their scholarship upon enrollment to an accredited trade school, college, or university within the United States. Disbursement of the scholarship funds through an online request will be made available jointly to the student and the school. Scholarship winners must utilize the total award within four (4) years of their post high school graduation date, excluding active military duty or religious mission.
Additionally, the American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will travel to join the Youth Champion Delegation of The American Legion that is honored each August at the annual National Convention of The American Legion.
Learn more about this scholarship online.
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