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May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievements of the Jewish community in the U.S. In 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed May as Jewish American Heritage Month.

The following are a few resources for your family to learn more about Jewish American Heritage Month and celebrate the contributions made by the Jewish American community:

Anti-Defamation League Resources

Library of Congress: 350 Years of Jewish Life in America

National Archives Jewish American Heritage Month

View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Jewish American Heritage Month

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May is Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month; a perfect opportunity to learn how to celebrate the vibrant collection of AANHPI cultures in the United States!

There are 24 million people in the United States who identify as Asian, with 1.6 million identifying as Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or a combination. According to Pew Research Center (2021), Asian American people are the fastest growing racial or ethnic group in the U.S. Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have made significant contributions to American culture and society.

The following are a few resources for your family to learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander heritage and celebrate the contributions made by the AANHPI community.

• Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Reading List
• 10 Ways to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Kids & Teens
• Asian American History Lessons for Educators and Parents

For more information, contact Family and School Partnerships at [email protected].

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  National Relay

As the month of May approaches, the Carry the Load organization is gearing up for their National Relay campaign to honor Memorial Day and those who gave their life while serving the nation.  Carry the Load is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing awareness to the sacrifices made by military personnel, veterans, first responders, and their families.  

The National Relay will be traveling through Northern Virginia on Sunday, May 5, 2024, and stopping at the Alexandria National Ceremony for a community event beginning at 2:15 p.m. To learn more about the route and schedule of events, please visit the East Coast Route Guide.   

In addition to the community event, Carry the Load invites individuals and teams to participate in tracking their miles walked throughout the month of May.  By participating, individuals can actively contribute to honoring the sacrifices of our military, veterans, and first responders.  

To learn more or to register for the Memorial May Relay, please visit Carry the Load.  

Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any enrichment opportunity before participating.

To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected].

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Our Community Salutes 2024 High School Senior Enlistees Recognition Ceremony

In tribute to the courage and commitment of high school students embarking on a path of military service, Our Community Salutes (OCS) is a national non-profit organization focused on supporting the young men and women who have chosen to serve the nation. OCS provides resources and information to both the enlistees and their families as they navigate the transition into military life.  In addition, OCS strives to create a sense of community for the enlistees and families and honors the new enlistees by hosting recognition ceremonies throughout the nation.  

On Friday, May 3, 2024, at 7p.m. OCS of Northern Virginia is hosting their 2024 High School Senior Enlistee Recognition Ceremony at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, VA.  This no-cost special occasion provides an opportunity for families and community leaders to celebrate those who made the brave decision to enlist in the armed forces.  

For more information and to register for the event, please visit Our Community Salutes of Northern Virginia.  The deadline to register is April 26, 2024. 

Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any enrichment opportunity before participating.

If your family plans to attend, we would be grateful for the opportunity to celebrate with you. Please email [email protected]. 

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Purple Up! Day - April 17, 2024

As April unfolds, the spotlight shines brightly on our military-connected youth as Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and communities come together to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MOMC).  

Amidst the challenges and sacrifices inherent with the military lifestyle, children of service members show their unwavering support for their parents and guardians as they stand as pillars of resilience, adapting to change, and embracing diversity. Their commitment to supporting their service member(s) deserves not just recognition, but celebration.  

Throughout April, FCPS schools will celebrate MOMC through various special events and activities to recognize military-connected youth. One of the most visible displays of support for military-connected youth occurs on Purple Up! Day, a day dedicated to showing appreciation by wearing purple – to represent the combined colors of branches of the military.  Please join FCPS for Purple Up! Day on April 17, 2024, as we proudly wear purple as a sign of our appreciation.  

To learn more about MOMC and Purple up! Day activities, please contact your school.  

To connect with FCPS resources, please visit Family and School Partnerships.  

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FCPS Family Engagement Survey

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) strongly believes family engagement is a shared responsibility between home and school. Together, we are the co-creators in preparing students for success.  

The FCPS Family Engagement Survey is available until Friday, March 22. Families are encouraged to complete the survey as it provides the opportunity to share family perspectives and offer feedback on their family’s engagement experience within FCPS. The survey results will help the school division better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community.

Parents/caregivers should have received an email invitation with a unique survey link from K12 Insight on March 3. The subject line was: FCPS Family Engagement Survey.  Families may also access the survey through the FCPS website.  

 

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FCPS Purple Up! T-Shirts Available for Purchase

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child and on Purple Up! Day! 

This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 17. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military. 

FCPS Purple Up! t-shirts are available for purchase now through Friday, March 8, 2024 here. The shirts highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,000 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS! 

For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at [email protected]. 

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Celebrate 2024 Lunar New Year, the Year of the Dragon!

 

“Wishing you health and prosperity in the New Year!

Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean communities, as well as and many others.

It is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar, which begins on Feb 10, 2024 this year. The number of celebration days with different names varies depending on the country. China’s Lunar New Year is known as the Spring Festival, or Chūnjié in Mandarin, while Koreans call the holiday Seollal and Vietnamese, Tết.

Lunar New Year is a celebration of community. During this time, families gather to eat feasts and practice cultural traditions. We encourage you to explore the following ways to learn more and celebrate Lunar New Year with your family. For more information, contact [email protected].

Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art

The Kennedy Center

Lunar New Year 2024

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