New Superintendent Relishes Opportunity
A fan of Baylor grad RG3 … not Cowboys
Here in Fairfax, not only do we have the talent and the expertise to solve the problems facing us in FCPS, but we are uniquely positioned to solve the most pressing issues facing public schools across the country. -Karen K. Garza, Ph.D., superintendent, Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax Station Students Attend Summer Science Program in Israel
Local student and budding scientist Pierce Eggan was one of only 19 American students chosen to attend the summer science program at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel, one of the world’s foremost centers of scientific research and graduate study.
South County Grad Hampton to Play Basketball for CNU
Justin Hampton helped the South County boys' basketball team finish Patriot District runner-up in 2013.
Silence of the Court: Virginia Supreme Court Denies Access to Audio Recordings
Lack of transparency is explained as effort to shield personal conversations.
The Virginia Supreme Court operates in silence, denying public access to audio recordings of its oral arguments.
Salata Named Ravensworth Principal
Roxanne Salata, 41, has a motto she likes to use: People first and paper second.
Lee High, Coach Girton Win 2013 Strength of America Award
Robert E. Lee High School and Coach John Girton received the Strength of America Award from The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition at the organizations' 36th annual conference and awards banquet Friday, July 12 in Las Vegas, N.V.
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Fifteen Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) graduates from the class of 2013 have been named winners of college-sponsored scholarships by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).
Helping Teens Bounce Back From Adversity
It’s not easy being a teenager. And in today’s world—where a fragile psyche can be crushed by thoughtless, callous and hurtful words by an online bully—it’s important to endow teens with the tools they need to have confidence in themselves, shake off the insults and bounce back.
Terry McAulife Launches Healthcare Platform at Inova Alexandria Hospital
Affordable Care Act is a key point of distinction between candidates for governor.
Democratic candidate for governor Terry McAuliffe found himself in the emergency room this week, but it wasn't because of a medical crisis.
Lieske Named New Director of Main Street Child Development Center
The Board of Directors of the Main Street Child Development Center, a nonprofit early learning center located in the City of Fairfax near George Mason University, has named Carol Lieske to the position of center director. Lieske succeeds Elizabeth Egan, who has served as director since 1999.
Children ‘Dig Into Reading’ at Lorton Library
The library launches summer reading program.
The Fairfax County “Dig Into Reading” Summer Reading Program is currently in full swing at Lorton Library, where many children and young adults’ names hang on the wall indicating that they have met their reading log goal and received their coveted coupon book.
FACETS Holds Academic Achievement Party
Some 32 youth honored for getting A’s and B’s on report cards.
FACETS held an Academic Achievement Party last Thursday, June 27, at Old Town Hall in Fairfax City to honor 32 youth who earned A’s and B’s on their report cards and for the 13 students who graduated from high school, 12 of whom are moving on to higher education. After a potluck dinner, Mike Collins from Rep. Gerry Connolly’s office (D-11th) distributed awards and goodie bags.
New Leader at Robinson’s Helm
Matt Eline is named school’s principal; will retain Meier as football coach.
There’s a new person at the helm of Robinson Secondary School—one well equipped for the job. He’s Matt Eline, who was an assistant principal at Fairfax High for four years and principal of Rocky Run Middle School the past three years.
Balenger Story: Walking Tall
Nick Balenger, paralyzed after a swimming accident, walks at the Lake Braddock graduation ceremony.
Every Lake Braddock senior who walked across the George Mason University Patriot Center stage for a diploma received applause and praise for 12 years of hard work. But only one student received a standing ovation for simply walking.