December Highlights

Explore December
Family Academy Opportunities

Stay up to date on all offerings throughout December! The Family Academy is excited to offer a variety of classes, workshops, webinars, and programs for families. Find registration opportunities and more details on the “Learn With Us” tab of the FCPS Family Academy page.

Computer Science (CS) Education Week
December 8-13

Computer Science impacts everything we do! Computers and computational thinking are used in every field.  Computational thinking helps us look at and solve problems in new ways. Computer Science Design Principles are part of modern-day careers connected to a wide range of student interests. 

• Check out the CSTA CS Ed Week page, try some Hour of Code activities, and connect to other computer science resources. Information on digital resources is in the Digital Ecosystem Library 
• Explore CS Careers at FCPS Work-Based Learning Site

Family Cafe Series

The Family Café Series is a special time for families to come together to learn about important topics that support their child’s growth and learning. These fun and helpful sessions keep families informed and involved in their child’s education—mind, body, and heart. 

At Family Café, we believe families are important partners in helping children succeed. We’re excited to learn and grow with you! 

Upcoming Family Café Sessions: 

• The Digital World – December 9 at Chantilly High School-Library
  Join us for a hands-on workshop on how to stay safe online. Families will learn about popular social media apps, how to start meaningful conversations about internet safety, and the seven key topics that matter from kindergarten through adulthood. Read more and register here . 

Bored Over Winter Break?

Looking for fun ways to keep kids busy over winter break? Check out this list of simple, family-friendly activities — from indoor crafts to outdoor adventures. There’s something for everyone! Click here to read more.

Sign Up to Volunteer!

Make a difference in your community by tutoring, mentoring, or helping at school events. Every contribution matters! 

Learn more about how to sign up for VolunteerFCPS here. 

FCPS Family Academy
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