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A new Glasgow Middle School building, constructed with energy efficiency in mind, opened to students on January 29. (get details)
Spotlight: All About FCPS Science
FCPS students at all levels meet science student achievement goals by exploring science concepts with hands-on activities. (watch video)
Support Employee of the Year Nominations Due March 7; Support Services Employee Advisory Council Representatives Needed
The deadline for nominating a support employee for the FCPS Support Employee of the Year Award is March 7. (get details) Also, the Support Services Employee Advisory Council (SSEAC) is seeking representatives to fill several open positions. The deadline to submit a petition is February 28. (get details)
 FCPS Online Classifieds System Now in Divisionwide Pilot Phase
The FCPS Online Classifieds system has moved to the divisionwide pilot phase. (get details)
2008-09 School Year Leave of Absence Application Deadline Is March 31
A less-than-12-month employee considering a long-term, unpaid leave of absence (LOA) for the 2008-09 school year must complete and submit an application to the Disability and Leaves office by March 31. (get details)
Call for Coaches
The latest position openings are posted. (go)
 Tips for Your Health: Show Your Heart Some Love This Valentine's Day
February is the month for Valentine’s Day, but it's also American Heart Month. Show your heart some love by taking time to assess what your risk for heart disease is and creating a simple plan to modify any risks. Learn more in this tip sheet from Camille Bartus, FCPS wellness specialist. (get details)
Coming Soon to Your School: The FCPS Working Conditions Survey
FCPS will soon join the growing list of states and large school systems that have begun to look at the relationship between teacher working conditions and student learning, teacher effectiveness, and teacher retention by surveying teachers and school administrators. (get details)
Other News and News of Continuing Interest
- Superintendent Jack D. Dale has proposed a school system budget of $2.3 billion for FY 2009. (get details)
- A list of medical providers who treat FCPS employees for work-related illnesses or injuries exclusively is now available. (get details)
- All schools are invited to enter the 2008 Best of the FCPS Web Awards program. The deadline for applications is March 3. (get details)
- A list of directives that have been changed within the last 45 days can now be found online. (get details)
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Pathways to Leadership Conference Set for March 11, Online Registration Begins February 18
The Department of Professional Learning and Training will host the annual Pathways to Leadership Conference on March 11 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Falls Church High School. Online registration begins February 18. (get details)
 Communications Corner: Inclement Weather Closing Decisions
Do you know how FCPS administrators make the decision to delay or close schools during inclement weather and how the decision is communicated to staff members, parents, and students? If not, learn more in this short video.
Reading Recovery Training Offered for Fall 2008, Information Sessions Scheduled for March 3, 10
Reading Recovery is a short-term early intervention of one-on-one tutoring for low-achieving first grade students. A Reading Recovery training session will be offered in fall 2008. Two information sessions will be held in March for interested applicants. (get details)
About Our People
Read about your colleagues' latest accomplishments. (go)
Get on the Fast Track to Becoming an FCPS Teacher, Professional Development School Information Sessions to Be Held in February
Are you an instructional assistant, substitute teacher, or member of the FCPS community who wants to earn a graduate degree and a license to teach? Learn how at one of the professional development school information sessions scheduled in February. (get details)
This Week's "Insight"
To view a promotional clip from this week's show, click here. Or, to view any of this week's stories, go to the Insight web page.
People on the Move
Learn who has been promoted, recently hired, or transferred to a new location. (get details)
Important Notice for Supergram Article Submissions
Article submissions for Supergram should be sent to Andy Grunig at andy.grunig@fcps.edu. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, Grunig can be reached at 571-423-1212. Please Note: The Job Opportunities publication and web pages are provided by the Department of Human Resources.
FCPS by the Numbers
The number of regional Scholastic Art Awards received by FCPS students from the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. (get details)
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Quote to Note
"Life is short, but there is always time enough for courtesy."
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