Transportation Attendant Mirian Andrade, left, and Van Driver Hugo Jaramillo meet at Gatehouse Administration Center.
🗺️ Atlas: Your Map to FCPS Resources, News, and More
Just a quick reminder that the Hub, FCPS’ old intranet, is no longer active. Be sure to visit Atlas, the new intranet, for employee resources, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
Atlas offers a significantly improved experience with its fresh design, organization, and features like curated communities and an interactive directory. You'll also find an enhanced search experience that allows you to easily find information within the intranet, the FCPS website, and Google Drive.
Please make sure to bookmark Atlas to access information on Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and other departments and offices. Support and resources are available to help you get started and make the most of our new platform!
Support the Mission of FCPS
Build your knowledge and skills around core leadership competencies by applying for the 2025-26 cohort of Supporting the Mission.
Interested employees should submit their interest and recommendation form by Wednesday, August 20. Eligible employees include teacher leaders, school-based administrators, and Schedule B and C employees.
Contact Qia Craig or Sofia Mora with questions.
🔒 Unlock the Power of AI
Mark your calendars for two exciting days of DIT Hour of Learning sessions. Sessions on Tuesday, August 13, will have an operational staff focus, while sessions on Thursday, August 15, will have an instructional staff focus.
Each day features four virtual sessions centered around practical tools and strategies to help you work smarter and more creatively. Topics include AI Frontier Labs, Unlocking Creativity with Canva AI Features, Google Gemini and NotebookLM, and Adobe. Attendees will receive credit in MyPDE.
Register in MyPDE for DIT Hour of Learning sessions.
Learn How to Lead Highly Effective Teams
The Office of Professional Learning invites your school team to a dynamic three-part Professional Learning Community (PLC) series! Learn the Three Big Ideas and the Four Critical Questions of PLCs to build self-led, high-impact teams. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your team and drive instructional growth!
Three sessions will be held at Willow Oaks Administration Center on:
- Thursday, September 18, 8-11 a.m.
- Wednesday, October 22, 8-10:45 a.m.
- Wednesday, January 28, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
This series is geared toward leadership teams, team leaders/department chairs, and grade level/content teams. Contact Rebecca Haslbeck or Mary Beth Anderson with any questions.
🍳 Dr. Reid Discovers What’s Cooking at FCPS
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid recently spoke with Food and Nutrition Services Executive Chef Tim Jones. Chef Jones shared how his experiences in both professional kitchens and community food programs have shaped his belief that every student deserves access to high-quality meals. Watch the video.
Learn more about Dr. Reid’s work and her thoughts in her Weekly Reflections updates.
📱 New Phone? Don’t Lose Access to Your FCPS Accounts!
Before you give away or recycle an old device, don’t forget to install and set up a multi-factor authentication (MFA) app on your new phone. This ensures you can seamlessly access all your FCPS apps. It’s quick and easy!
Email TechSupport@fcps.edu with any questions.
✅ School Board Elects New Chair and Vice Chair for 2025-26 School Year
The Fairfax County School Board confirmed its leadership for the 2025-26 school year at its meeting on July 10. Sandy Anderson (Springfield District) was elected chair, and Robyn Lady (Dranesville District) was elected vice chair. Read more about the new chair and vice chair. Learn more about the Fairfax County School Board.
🏫 Calendar Reminders: 2025 First Day of School
Monday, August 18, is the first day of school for the 2025-26 school year. View the 2025-26 school year calendar and employee calendar for other important dates.
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
Proposed dates for early release Wednesdays for elementary schools are available on the FCPS website.
Staff Staples
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