Open Houses for Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in NOVA

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Chesterbrook Academy’s curriculum

Metropolitan School of the Arts Jazz Students Return to Broadway Dance

Alexandria, Va. Pre-Professional Jazz Group Attends Annual NYC Field Trip

2-Week Winter Break Maintained In Approved FCPS Calendar

The approved school calendars for three years set the first day two weeks before Labor Day and a two-week winter break.

Merit Notification Delay Not Intentional: Fairfax Superintendent

Fairfax Schools Superintendent Michelle Reid denied that the delayed notices to commended students had been a district-wide effort.

Top 300 Regeneron Scholars Include 5 Fairfax County Students

Regeneron Science Talent Search, the nation's most prestigious science competition, chose Fairfax County students among its top scholars.

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschools Host National Hiring Day Event

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in Northern Virginia to Host On-Site Hiring Event on Jan. 18

Investigation Into Commended Students Notifications At FCPS Expands

Virginia's attorney general is investigating FCPS after two more schools were found to have delayed notifications about an academic honor.

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in NOVA Host Open Houses

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Chesterbrook Academy’s curriculum

Investigation Into TJ High School Sought By Youngkin, Miyares

Gov. Youngkin wants to know why students at an acclaimed high school weren't told about an academic honor before key scholarship deadlines.

Fairfax Schools To Remedy Shortcomings For Students With Disabilities

FCPS made an agreement with the federal government after an investigation found failure to provide proper pandemic-era special ed services.

Recess Time Adds Balance For Fairfax County Middle School Students

After the School Board approved a brief recess for middle school students, school leaders are seeing the time benefit students.

Metropolitan School of the Arts to Present Nutcracker Ballet, Dec. 3 a

Alexandria, Va. Performing Arts School Hosts Classic, Holiday Ballet to Help Bring Awareness to Ukrainian Relief Efforts

Military-Friendly Purple Star Schools Named In Route 1 Corridor

Several schools earned their first Purple Star designation, and others earned it for the second time for efforts to help military families.

TJ Admissions Applications To Open With New Policy Continuing

The new admissions policy continues for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology as class of 2027 applications will begin.

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations NOVA Host Fall Open Houses

Families are invited to tour the schools and participate in the free community events, featuring music, snacks, fun activities and more

Virginia's Best Public, Private High Schools: New Rankings Released

Here are the top high schools in Virginia, according to a new ranking by education platform Niche.

Whitman Middle School Accredited With Conditions In 2022-2023

Virginia's annual accreditation of schools is based on academic achievement, achievement gaps, and student engagement and outcome factors.

West Potomac Seniors Named 2023 National Merit Scholar Semifinalists

Semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program, less than 1 percent of high school seniors, will be eligible for 2023 scholarships.

Virginia Schools Ranked Among U.S. News’ 2022-2023 Best Colleges

Forty Virginia colleges and universities were ranked in U.S. News and World Report's annual guide to the best schools for 2022-2023.

First Day Of School 2022: Your Photos From Route 1 Corridor

As students head back to school in Fairfax County, we want to see your photos.

West Potomac Graduate Wins A Dunkin’ DMV Regional Scholarship

A West Potomac High School graduate is one of 40 students in the DC region receiving Dunkin' DMV Regional Scholarships for college.

Greater Alexandria School Calendar 2022-23: Fairfax County's Key Dates

As families in greater Alexandria and across Fairfax County prepare for the 2022-2023 school year, here are the key dates to know.

West Potomac Student Among Final National Merit Scholarship Winners

The final round of National Merit Scholarship winners in 2022 includes one West Potomac High School student.

New Superintendent Sworn In At Fairfax County Public Schools

At the start of July, Michelle Reid replaced Scott Brabrand as superintendent of Virginia's largest school district.

FCPS Honors Recognizes 2022 Outstanding Employees

Exceptional employees from across Fairfax County Public Schools were recognized at the FCPS Honors event held Wednesday, June 8.

Summer Meals For Fairfax County Students Planned At 2 Locations

During the summer break, Fairfax County Public Schools will offer free meal kits with a week's worth of breakfast and lunch.

Class Of 2022: Share Your Graduation Photos From Greater Alexandria

To celebrate graduates, we want to see your graduation photos from West Potomac High School and other schools.

Civil Rights Groups Seek Reversal Of Ruling Against TJ Admissions

Civil rights groups are urging an appeals court to reverse a federal judge's ruling on the Thomas Jefferson High School admissions policy.

Incoming Superintendent Answers Questions At First Event With FCPS Families And Staff

Incoming superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid spoke Tuesday evening to a roomful of FCPS parents, caregivers, students, and employees.

Cappies Review: 'Matilda The Musical' At Thomas Jefferson High School

A student reviews Saturday's performance of Roald Dahl's "Matilda The Musical" at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.

Letter Writing Boosts Literacy For Stratford Landing Students

For Teacher Appreciation Week, Fairfax County Public Schools spotlights a reading specialist who started a letter writing exchange.

Voluntary Cooperation With ICE Barred At Fairfax County Schools

The Fairfax County School Board adopted a policy against voluntary cooperation with ICE, aligning with a county government policy.

FCPS: Updated Isolation Procedures For Students Effective May 1

Fairfax County Public Schools updates families in isolation guidelines for students who tested positive for COVID-19.

West Potomac, Whitman, 3 Other School Counseling Programs Awarded 2022 RAMP Designation

Five Fairfax County Public Schools school counseling programs have been recognized by the American School Counselor Association.

Student Becomes Whitman Middle School's First Virginia Senate Page

A student from Whitman Middle School served as a Virginia Senate page with state Sen. Scott Surovell.

TJ Admissions Policy Stays For Upcoming Freshman Class: Appeals Court

An appeals court granted a temporary suspension of the ruling against the new admissions policy at Thomas Jefferson High School.

George Mason University: New Web-Based App Maps Violence In Ukraine Based On In-Country News Sources

A new web-based app developed by a George Mason University professor visualizes near-real-time data collected from media sources on the ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: Fairfax County School Board Statement On Decision To Appeal Ruling On Thomas Jefferson High School For Sc ...

The Fairfax County School Board today filed an appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, challenging the ruling of U ...

Fairfax County Public Schools: FCPS Students From Twelve High Schools Win Awards At Virginia DECA Conference, Earn A Trip To DECA Intern ...

A total of 153 students from 12 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools were recognized as competitive event winners at the Vi ...

George Mason University: A $1.57 Million Grant Funds Breakthrough Breast Cancer Prevention And Treatment Research

A $1.57 million grant from the Department of Army, U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity, will help support a transformative a ...