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Good morning Oakton! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will restored crossing guards affect safety near Oakton High?
  • Which Oakton-based program helps teens build real-world social skills?
  • How a former Oakton kid ended up running the Capitals

Also on today's calendar: Come Sing with Us! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 81 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Sunday: Some sun, then clouds, temps: high: 80, low: 61.
  • Monday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Crossing guards return to Fairfax County high schools after student struck near South Lakes (wusa9.com) — Crossing guards and police officers are returning to key intersections around Fairfax County high schools, including Oakton High, while officials reassess pedestrian safety after a student was struck near South Lakes. The restored coverage follows budget cuts that removed high school crossing guards, and leaders now say they'll study long-term fixes like better infrastructure and data-driven placement of guards.
   

2. 6 Life skills classes for teens that build real confidence (washingtonparent.com) — Families in Oakton can tap into a local social-skills program on Chain Bridge Road that offers individual and group support to help teens build confidence, relationships, and problem-solving abilities. It's one of several DC-area life-skills options, ranging from etiquette and financial literacy to state-funded independent-living programs, giving parents multiple ways to fill gaps schools may not cover.
   

3. A Day In The Life: Chris Patrick (severnaparkvoice.com) — A Millersville-based Washington Capitals executive reflects on his path from Wall Street to building a Stanley Cup–contending roster, while noting that Severna Park reminds him of growing up around Oakton and Vienna. His story highlights the team's big offseason moves, his management style, and how he balances a demanding Arlington commute with family life and community ties.
   

4. Car Tax Payments Due Oct. 5 – What You Need to Know (fairfaxcounty.gov) — Fairfax County car tax payments are due Oct. 5, and Oakton residents can drop check or money-order payments at the Oakton Community library book drop between Sept. 19 and Oct. 5. You can also pay online by free e-check, by phone, mail, or in person at the Government Center, with limited tax relief available for seniors and people with disabilities who qualify.
   

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