Jillian Borsos, a teacher at Franconia Elementary School, participates in a world showcase at the school.
How to Donate or Receive Sick Leave
FCPS has implemented a leave donation program, which allows a voluntary transfer of sick leave balances between specific employees. To participate in this program, both the leave donor and leave recipient must meet program requirements outlined on the Types of Leave webpage.
After a leave donation form is submitted via StaffConnect, the Office of Benefit Services will verify the recipient's status and advise the Payroll Office. If approved, Payroll will process the leave donation in the next scheduled pay period. To discuss donating or receiving leave, please contact Benefit Services at 571-423-3200. View Regulation 4819 for more information.
📅 Plan Ahead with the 2024-25 Employee Calendar
FCPS' 2024-25 Employee Calendar is now available. It includes the same number of paid holidays as the 2023-24 calendar. View the 2024-25 Employee Calendar.
Discover the Do’s and Don’ts of Political Activity
Please take a moment to review the policies and regulations governing FCPS employee political activity, including:
All employees are encouraged to engage in their constitutional rights as citizens, but they are not permitted to involve their schools or workplaces in political campaigns or engage in campaign activities during official employment hours. Employees are also not permitted to use FCPS technology resources — including email accounts — for campaign activities or to advocate for political causes.
If you have questions about what political activities are permitted or prohibited, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at 571-423-3070.
🎉 Portrait of a Graduate Celebrates a Milestone
During the Academic Matters segment of the April 11 School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid recognized 10 incredible years of Portrait of a Graduate (POG) at FCPS. POG focuses on future-ready attributes of success for our students by building communication, collaboration, ethical and global citizenship, creative and critical thinking, and being goal-directed and resilient. These skills increase engagement, build confidence, and support academic success.
🏆 Nominate Someone Today for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Do you know an outstanding person or group that has worked for equity in an FCPS school? There’s still time to nominate a candidate for the 2024 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award.
This award recognizes staff, students, or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1. Full details are available on the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.
🏛️ My First Year Teacher Series: A Day at the Museum
Follow along as first-year teacher Ms. Vivi leads her class on her first field trip to the Natural History Museum. Read about her and her students' experiences and watch the video.
Refresh From Stress
Learn how to bend, not break, when you’re feeling stressed. Join the Refresh from Stress 2.0 program offered by the Employees Wellness team during Mental Health Awareness Month in May.
This four-week program will teach staff how to manage stress by providing strategies in four key areas: mental, physical, social, and work-life balance.
Early bird registration is now open. Staff who register by Wednesday, April 24, will be entered into a drawing for mental health swag. Find out more in this promotional video.
Colorful Choices Wellness Challenge Winners
A big thank you to everyone who participated in the Colorful Choices Wellness Challenge. Winners include:
- Hidden Agenda from Bren Mar Park Elementary School
- Key Ingredients from Key Middle School
- Slaw & Order from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
- Pulley Office from Pully Center
As a reward for their dedication to healthy eating, winners will receive a Nutribullet Pro to take their nutrition journey to the next level.
⏰ Community Forums on Middle School Start Times
FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times to 8 a.m. or later and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Forums will be held:
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Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School.
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Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
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Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
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Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.
You may register for an in-person forum by clicking one of the dates above. A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.
While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.
🗓️ Calendar Reminders: Passover
Many Jewish communities in the United States celebrate Passover, a recognition of the deliverance of Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. Learn more about Passover in NatGeo Kids.
Monday, April 22, and Tuesday, April 23, are designated evening-only observance days in recognition of the first two days of Passover. These are full school days, but important events will not be held after school.
Theravada New Year (O Day)
In countries where Theravada Buddhism is the most dominant religion, the new year is celebrated for three days from the first full moon in April. Theravada means “the teachings of the elders.”
Wednesday, April 24, is designated as an evening-only observance day for Theravada New Year. It is a full school day, but important events will not be held after school. See the complete school year calendar or the employee calendar.
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