Almost All Vienna Schools Earn VA's Highest Rating In New Assessment Results

Two elementary schools were the only ones to fall short of the state's highest ranking.

Vienna Elementary School Among 14 In Fairfax County Launching New Safe Walking App

A Vienna elementary school is part of the launch of a new student-designed app to help kids and families find safe walking routes.

E-Bikes, E-Scooters Banned From Athletic Fields, Vienna Elementary Reminds Parents After Misuse

Vienna Elementary reminded parents that e-bikes are banned from athletic fields after misuse resulted in litter and damage to surfaces.

Fairfax County Public Schools Makes Calendar Change Affecting Eid al-Fitr Holiday Observance

FCPS has issued a new calendar with adjusted dates for the Eid al-Fitr religious holiday.

Food As Medicine: Six Insights From A George Mason Nutrition Expert

The concept of food as medicine is gaining traction as a way to prevent and manage chronic disease.

George Mason University Project Shows Logistics, Not Apathy, Suppress Student Voting

Every election cycle brings headlines about the lack of voter participation among 18- to 24- year-olds.

GMU Air Pollution Simulation Reinforces Public Health Data On The Dangers Of Airborne Toxins

Hot summer days often lead to poor air quality.

George Mason University: Maternal Obesity Linked To 64 Percent Increase In Childhood Obesity Risk

The roots of childhood obesity may begin in the womb.

George Mason University: Student Research Advances Phishing Detection And Cybersecurity Innovation

A GMU student-designed platform was selected for demonstration at Virginia's 2026 Commonwealth Cyber Initiative Symposium.

GMU's ACCESS Academy Students Refurbish Computers To Serve Their Community

Raihan Mahmood joined GMU's ACCESS Academy for a different high school experience. He soon found himself making a real-world impact.

See Where George Mason University Falls In The Latest Global Ranking From US News & World Report

The highest-ranked Virginia university came in at 135th place.

George Mason Anthropology Students Test Ancient Tools — And Earn Points For Spear Throwing

To Kimberly Foecke, studying the past doesn't need to be a passive experience.

George Mason University: George Mason Engineering Team Uses Robotics To Rethink Accessibility

Many accessibility surveys depend on manual measurements, handwritten notes, and extensive walkthroughs with compliance checklists.

GMU Researchers Identify Toxic Cyanobacteria In Shenandoah River Study

A team of Virginia researchers has made breakthroughs in understanding the cyanobacteria living in the Shenandoah River.

Fairfax County Public Schools Decide On Classes For Jan. 26

The winter storm forced Fairfax County Public Schools to make a schedule decision for Monday classes.

VAs Best Schools 2025: Rankings For Elementary And High Schools, Colleges

From K-12 schools to top colleges, here are the rankings of the best schools in Virginia released in 2025.

Poll: Do You Support Madison-Marshall High School Redistricting In Vienna?

After Town Council voiced opposition to a school boundary proposal moving a part of town to Marshall High School, we want to hear from you.

Vienna Opposes Redistricting For Madison High School

Vienna leaders voted to oppose shifting part of the town's high school attendance zone; the school board will consider the change Oct. 29.

These Are The Top Elementary Schools In VA, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

A new report by U.S. News includes about 47,000 public elementary schools ranked at the state and district levels.

Vienna School Celebrates Blue Ribbon Award Despite Feds Cutting Program

A Vienna school was notified it was receiving the prestigious Blue Ribbon award. Then the U.S. Department of Education cut the program.

Madison High School Redistricting Proposal Draws Vienna Petition

Concerns about redistricting in Vienna focused on moving part of the town into another high school attendance zone.

Kilmer Center School For Students With Disabilities Gets Help To Create Memorial Space

A school serving students with severe disabilities has experienced numerous losses, leading to an effort to create a memorial outdoor space.

National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists From Vienna, Oakton Named For 2026

Semifinalists from numerous Vienna and Oakton schools are in the running for the next round of National Merit Scholarships in 2026.

First Day Of School 2025 In Vienna: Share Your Photos With Patch

It's the first day of school in Vienna, and we want to see photos of students as they head back for another school year.

Vienna School Calendar For 2025-2026: Key Dates To Know

As the summer wraps up, here are the dates Vienna students and parents should know for the new school year.

Mental Wellness Services Continue Into Summer At Fairfax County Public Schools

School psychologists and social workers continue their work outside of the school year with free mental wellness consultations.

Vienna, Oakton Students Among Final 2025 National Merit Scholarship Winners

The final round of scholarships bring the National Merit Scholarship winners to over 7,100 nationwide.

Cappies 2025 Award Winners Include Oakton High School

The Cappies program, described as the Tonys of the DC region's high school theater, gave awards to Oakton High School.

Vienna, Oakton Students Among National Merit Scholarship Winners

Students from Vienna and Oakton are among less than 1 percent of American high school seniors winning National Merit Scholarships.

Graduating Marshall Senior To Begin Next Chapter In LA

A standout star in Marshall High School's recent musical is headed to LA to continue pursuing acting and theater.

Vienna, Oakton Schools Collect 18 Cappies Nominations In 2025

The Cappies, the DC region's Tony's of high school theater, announced schools receiving award nominations.

Cappies Review: 'Mean Girls HS Edition' At Madison High School

A student reviews the theater rendition of the popular movie "Mean Girls" performed at Madison High School.

Vienna, Oakton Students Awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarships

Winners of the National Merit Scholarship's $2,500 scholarship were chosen from finalists representing less than 1 percent of U.S. seniors.

This Is The Top Ranked College In VA, Wall Street Journal Says

Several Virginia colleges made the top 50, which the Wall Street Journal based on the chance of student success after graduating.

2025 National Merit Scholarships Awarded To Student From Vienna

A student from Vienna was among the winners announced in the first round of 2025 National Merit Scholarships.

Flint Hill Students Enter Finals In Prestigious Math Competition

A group of students is one of nine international finalist teams using math to solve the real-world problem of power grid failures.

Weapon Detectors Coming To Fairfax County Schools As Pilot Program

Fairfax County Public Schools will launch a pilot program with weapon detectors at high schools and secondary schools.

'Anything Goes' Brings Broadway Musical Classics To Statesmen Theatre

The upcoming performance of Cole Porter's "Anything Goes" will be held on select dates in May at George C. Marshall High School.

Kilmer Middle School Students Get 'Write Ups' For Acts Of Kindness

There's a type of "write-up" students are vying to get at Kilmer Middle School, helping to make acts of kindness the norm.

Fairfax County Schools Change Schedule For Jan. 21

Fairfax County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Tuesday, Jan. 21 after a winter storm with frigid temperatures.