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 ...

George Mason University: Student Request, Involvement Leads To Mason Core Class On Racial Justice

As part of President Gregory Washington's establishment of the Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence (ARIE) Task Force in July 2020, stud ...

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 ...

Required School Immunization Appointments Available, Fairfax County

Documentation of immunization is required for students entering kindergarten, 7th grade, 12th grade, and for new students transferring.

Fairfax County School Board Nominates Three Fairfax County Businesses To 2021 VSBA Business Honor Roll

The Fairfax County School Board nominated three Northern Virginia businesses to the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) honor roll.

Fairfax County Public Schools Names Region 4 Assistant Superintendent

The Fairfax County School Board has approved the appointment of Penny Gros for the post.

TJHSST Offers Admission To 550 Students; Broadens Access To Students Who Have An Aptitude For STEM

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) is a Governor's School within Fairfax County Public Schools.

Fairfax County School Board Celebrates June As Pride Month

The Fairfax County School Board recognized June as Pride Month and shared the following recognition at their recent meeting:

Fairfax County School Board Recognizes Juneteenth

The Fairfax County School Board read a resolution at their June 17 meeting acknowledging the historical significance and importance of it.

Fairfax County School Board Selects Thomas Jefferson HS For Science And Technology Student As Recipient Of 2021 Character Award

Gurleen Kaur, a 2021 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, has been selected as recipient of the 2021 award.

FCPS Names New Assistant Superintendent For Instructional Services

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Superintendent Scott S. Brabrand has named Noel Klimenko, a proven FCPS leader for over three decades.

FCPS Honors Recognizes 2021 Outstanding Employees

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) recognized exceptional employees from across the division at the FCPS Honors event held Wednesday.

Eight Early Identification Program Students Win Scholarships To George Mason University

They're eight students from Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) who were enrolled in the district's College Success Programs.

Glen Forest Boundary Public Hearing, Fairfax County

The School Board has scheduled a virtual ESSER Funds Public Hearing on June 7, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Proposed Boundary Adjustment For Elementary Schools In The Justice High School Pyramid, Fairfax County

The School Board has scheduled a virtual Proposed Boundary Adjustment for Elementary Schools in the Justice High School Pyramid, June 8.

Twenty-One Students Receive Scholarships From FCPS Hispanic Leadership Alliance

The Hispanic Leadership Alliance—a certified employee group of Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) employees—presented scholarships to 21.

School Board Approves FCPS Budget Focused On COVID-19 Recovery

The Fairfax County School Board has unanimously approved a Budget for FY 2022.

Recommended Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Materials Available For Community Review

Recommended Family Life Education (FLE) materials (media and lesson objectives) to support instruction are available for community review.

Fairfax County Public Schools To Host Virtual Instructional Job Fair

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), the largest school system in Virginia, is searching for educators with a strong academic background.

Emergency Broadband Benefit Available For Families

Fairfax County Public Schools is working to help build consumer awareness about the Emergency Broadband Benefit.

Fairfax County Public Schools To Host Virtual Instructional Job Fair

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), the largest school system in Virginia, is searching for educators with a strong academic background.

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

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Oakton Patch.

Recommended Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Materials Available For Community Review

Recommended Family Life Education (FLE) materials (media and lesson objectives) to support instruction are available for community review.

Student School Board Representative Announced For 21-22 School Year, Fairfax County

Pranav Choudhary, a junior at Langley High, has been elected by the countywide Student Advisory Council (SAC) to serve a one-year term.

FCPS Awarded For Outstanding Financial Reporting

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.

FCPS Shares Limited Virtual Program For 2021-22 School Year

Fairfax County Public Schools will offer all students five days of in-person learning in the fall, limited, centralized.

Whitman Middle School Science Teacher Selected As Outstanding Woman Educator

The Beta Delta chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma (DKG) has selected Jessica Fish, a 7th grade Science teacher at Whitman Middle School.

Fairfax Academy Presents Spring Dance Showcase

On Saturday, May 8th at 5 p.m., dancers from 13 different FCPS high schools will live stream their dance performances.

FCPS Students Roll With It On Bike To School Day Wednesday, May 5

"Let's Roll With It" is the theme of Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) 2021 Bike to School Day, scheduled for Wednesday, May 5.

Fairfax County Public Schools Is First In The Nation To Rename A High School In Honor Of John R. Lewis, During Ceremony

John R. Lewis High School in Springfield, Va., became the first high school in the nation to be named in honor of the late civil rights icon

Thirteen Students Named Winners Of 2021 National Merit Corporate-Sponsored Scholarships

Thirteen Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) students have been awarded 2021 corporate-sponsored scholarships from National Merit.

Glasgow MS LGBTQ Club Advocates For, Supports Students, Fairfax County

Formed in 2019, Glasgow Middle's LGBTQ Club can count among its achievements the designation of a gender neutral bathroom.

FY22 Virtual Budget Public Hearing, A Virtual Hearing Slated For May 11

The speaker list opens April 27

FCPS Earns WELL Health-Safety Rating™

FCPS recently earned the WELL Health-Safety Rating for its schools and offices, proof of its commitment to good health for anyone.

Fairfax County School Board Seeks Audit Committee Applicants

The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the School Board Audit Committee.

Music Education Program Receives National Recognition

Fairfax County Public Schools has been named a Best Community for Music Education by the NAMM (National Association for Music Merchants).

FCPS Kindergarten Registration And Early Childhood Programs

Listen to the latest Spanish, Arabic, and Korean podcasts on FCPS Kindergarten Registration and Early Childhood Programs.

FCPS Letter On Respect And Inclusivity

Dear FCPS Community (open letter, Fairfax County, follows)