Books for America made the donation, and teachers were allowed to select as many books for their classes as they wanted.
See photos from the parade and read a brief recap of the day's fun, including the game.
A host of activities are scheduled for this Friday, Fairfax High's Homecoming day.
Get a rundown of all the activities planned for Homecoming this Friday.
Want to check days off, or contact a school board member, or add money to your child's lunch account? Now, there's an app for that.
The money raised from this year's Tag Day will go a long way to supporting the Fairfax High School bands.
Regardless, in every area except one, local students still performed better than students statewide in 2012-13.
Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.
Administrative offices are now open. The Aquatic and Fitness Center remains closed.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new turf field at Woodson's Pat Cunningham stadium will be held this Friday.
The award praises the district's 'Bring Your Own Device' policy for increasing student access to online learning resources.
No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.
Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.
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Fairfax school district says a recent Washington Post story about the district having about $30 million extra annually for 10 years had 'several misleading and inaccurate statements.'
Fairfax County Public Schools to offer opt-out option of first-period classes for some this fall.
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School system predicts shortfall, but actually has had $30 million or more extra annually, report says.
Virginia still sticks with the tradition of going back to school after Labor Day, whereas some schools across the country start as early as Aug. 1. Which is better?
Tests administered in the 2012-13 school year were the first since the tests were revised in 2010.
Matt Eline hopes to serve as a positive influence for Robinson students and match the success of his predecessor Dan Meier.
Have the 'big talk' about serious issues now, before you drive them to college, not while you're saying goodbye at the campus.
You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.
A new back-to-school backpack doesn't just have to look good - parents need to consider weight and comfort on your child's back when picking the right one.
Helpful info on when the 2013-14 school year starts, and how to register if you're new to Fairfax City or County schools.
Find out how much more local students can expect to pay this fall.
A group of students from throughout Northern Virginia were awarded scholarships by this local business.
In total, 22 Virginia colleges and universities made the list.
Laptop stolen from school nurse's car contained names, ID numbers, health information about students from six Fairfax County schools, one academy.
The highly competitive school has come under fire recently for its admissions process.
Some parents want a full day, but half-day Mondays give teachers planning time, a resource of which they already don't have enough, they say.
The course will dive into race and politics and cover big-name cases like Martin's.
Nineteen local students were awarded with special honors from a DAR chapter in the area.
Find out how much tuition will be for next year.
University of Maryland - Baltimore County also made the list.
Parents are offering feedback as the system grapples with how to best integrate technology in the classroom.
Woodson's principal was honored for the third year in a row.
Fairfax High School's Class of 2013 graduated Thursday afternoon.
Fairfax County Public Schools is still interviewing candidates to replace retired Robinson Principal Dan Meier.
A student from Woodson is among this year's winners.