George Mason University: The Secret's Out: Mason Is Virginia's Largest Public Research University

George Mason University, the largest public research university in Virginia, has a strong tradition of conducting research of consequenc ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Going For Gold: Former FCPS Athletes Fulfil Olympic Dream

Every four years, the world's best athletes pack their bags, board a plane, and embark on the journey of a lifetime to the Olympic Games ...

George Mason University: Governor's School @ Innovation Park Student Comfort Ohajunwa Leads Exceptional STEM Research

High school student Comfort Ohajunwa is making extraordinary strides in mathematical and computing research, thanks in part to her stron ...

George Mason University: Supreme Court Ruling Against NCAA Is Limited In Scope, Mason Professor Says

The unanimous U.S. Supreme Court's June ruling limiting the NCAA's ability to restrict education-related benefits to athletes won't have ...

2021 College Aid: How Fairfax Station Area Compares In Application Rates

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Fairfax Station Patch.

FAFSA Completions Down In VA: How Fairfax Station Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Fairfax Station area high schools.

Fairfax Station Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The percentage of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been increasing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Fairfax County.

Chesterbrook Academy Launches Full-Day School-Age Program

Chesterbrook Academy’s new Club Connect program provides a solution for students whose public school is online only this fall

[RANKINGS] Top School Pyramids Around Fairfax Station

See if your home zoned to the best Fairfax County Public Schools in Fairfax Station!

Fairfax Station Native Honored by Randolph-Macon Academy

Jeffrey Dinackus, of Fairfax Station, earned a place on the President's List for the second quarter of the 2016-17 school year.

Fairfax Station Native Takes Top Honors at The Citadel

John Mueller, of Fairfax Station, has been named to the Dean's List at The Citadel.

Kaitlin Memmen Named To University Of Scranton's Dean's List

The Dean's List recognizes students for academic excellence. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better to be listed.

#3 High School in the Nation: Application Period Now Open for Fairfax County School

Students have until Oct. 16 to apply for 2016-2017 class at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.

FCPS Announces Policy for Providing Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Household size and income are used to determine eligibility for free or reduced-price meal benefits.

Excessive Unexcused Absences at School Can Hurt Your Child's Future: FCPS

Meeting Monday addresses problem. In 2013-2014 school year, county saw more than 2,000 students each take more than 20 unexcused absences.

Virginia's Top Schools, Officer in Court on Murder Charge, Airliner Accident at Dulles: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including a "super strain" of head lice in Virginia. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Virginia Lottery's Record-Breaking Year Pays $534 Million to Public Schools

Lottery profits cleared $500 million for only the second time ever, while lotto players hauled in more than $1 billion.

Nine Local High Schools With Best Teacher Ratings

Thomas Jefferson has something else to brag about, but they're not alone this time. How did your school perform?

Mark It Down: FCPS 2015-16 School Year Calendar

Check out the dates of all breaks and student holidays for the coming school year. School begins on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

FCPS Budget Cutting Task Force Proposes Cutting Sports, Raising Class Sizes

FCPS continues to face a budget cut of up to $100 million for the 2016-17 school year, and this task force is aiming to find solutions.

SACC Registration in Fairfax County Open for 2015-16 and 2016-17

SACC offers before- and after-school care five days a week, and also operates during school breaks and vacations.

Proposed Solutions to Potential FCPS Budget Cuts Continue Rolling In

County residents can propose solutions to a possible $100 million budget shortfall, or can vote in support of someone else's suggestion.

Former FCPS Superintendent Robert 'Bud' Spillane Dead at 80

He led the Fairfax County Public Schools to new heights in his 12 years in charge. Spillane died of pulmonary disease.

Three Businesses Named to Honor Roll for Fairfax Schools Support

BB&T, Betchel Global Corp. and Cox Communications were all recognized for their support of FCPS through the years.

FCPS Brings Back 'Collect for Kids' Campaign for Summer

The county is encouraging individuals to donate cash, backpacks or calculators for FCPS students for the coming school year.

FCPS Seeks Family Input as it Braces for $100 Million Budget Cut

FCPS residents can share what programs they'd like to save or cut before decisions are made in December.

The Class of 2015 Is Getting Ready To Graduate

Here's a schedule of upcoming high school graduation ceremonies in the Fairfax area.

Making Good College Decisions

High school seniors will be making college choices soon. Before heading off, let’s talk about college drinking.

School Shopping Made Simple(r)

For parents thinking of moving a child to a different school next year, right now is the time to start “shopping” for it.

Weather Delay for Fairfax Schools Wednesday

FCPS makes announcement after disastrous weather day Tuesday.

Prepare Now for Child Care on Snow Days

Fairfax County offers a list of programs offering backup care in each geographic area of the county.

Va. School Enrollment Growth 'Uneven' as Northern Virginia Sees Surge

Schools in Fairfax Station and neighboring communities grow, but the rest of the state is dealing with declines in student populations.

CDC, Fairfax County Public Schools Holding Focus Groups on Suicide Prevention

Three nights of focus groups will be held this week, starting Monday night.

Fairfax County School Board OKs Starting High School Later

High school students will start school between 8 and 8:10 a.m. beginning fall 2015. Cost is $4.9 million for an extra 27 school buses.

Fairfax Station Schools: Ebola Concerns Leading to Travel Questions for Students

FCPS will begin to ask students who show up at health clinics with any symptoms if they have traveled to Ebola-stricken countries.

Fairfax Station Families: Deadline Nears for Thomas Jefferson High Application

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology is consistently ranked as one of the best schools in the country.

Police Chief Addresses Traffic Congestion at Schools

Chief has "directed extra police personnel to staff locations where traffic direction and control is clearly needed," he says.

Baby and Me Playgroup at Congregation Adat Reyim Preschool - Friday, September 19th, 9:40am - 11:00am

A weekly event for young children to celebrate with stories, songs, puppets, and movement plus a delicious snack of challah & juice!

VIDEO: Thomas Jefferson High School Holding Info Sessions on Admission

Fairfax County school with concentration in math and science is often named as a top school in the nation.