| FCPS Starts School Year With Environment in Mind; Fairfax County Participating in Energy Star Change a Light Pledge
FCPS has made a number of changes at several schools to make the schools more environmentally friendly; many of these changes won’t be apparent to students and staff members. (get details) In addition, Fairfax County is participating in the 2007 Change a Light Campaign. (get details)
ACCESS Course Catalog for Support Employees Available Online; Registration Starts September 13
The fall ACCESS (Academy Course Catalog for Employees in Support Services) is now available online. Registration begins September 13. (get details)
Your Money Your Choice—Check Your Pay Stub
As the new school year begins, the Department of Financial Services has several announcements about employee paychecks. (get details)
About Our People
Read about your colleagues' latest accomplishments. (go)
 Tips for Your Health: Weight Management
Studies have shown that the United States has one of the most overweight populations in the world. Although Americans are getting fewer calories from fat, they are consuming more calories overall. Obesity affects people of all ages. More children seem to be overweight, while their activity levels seem to be hitting rock bottom. Being overweight is related to many health risks. Even a 5- to 10-pound weight loss can substantially reduce your risk of disease. Conversely, being underweight can be dangerous too. Learn more in this tip sheet from the Office of Food and Nutrition Services. (get details)
Call for Coaches
The latest position openings are posted. (go)
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.
Other News and News of Continuing Interest
- Outstanding Performance Award nominations are due by September 28. (get details)
- Learn about becoming a cued language transliterator in classes that start September 26. (get details)
- As of July 1, paper copies of directives are no longer available. (get details)
- Marymount University is hosting a graduate education programs information session on September 18. (get details)
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 Are You Searching for Job Opportunities?
If so, click on the Department of Human Resources Job Opportunities link, which is located at the top of this page. And, to manage your benefits, click on the UConnect link, located at the bottom of every Supergram page. Please Note: The Job Opportunities publication and web pages are provided by the Department of Human Resources.
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Information Meeting to Be Held September 27
An information meeting about the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification process will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, in the Instruction and Professional Development (IPD) room at the Fairfax Education Association (FEA) office located at 3917 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030. (get details)
Communications Corner: Back-to-School Night Resources
 Back-to-School Night offers the chance for parents and school staff members to develop important relationships and to set the tone for a successful school year. The Office of Community Relations (OCR) has tip sheets, templates, and other resources on FCPSnet to help principals, teachers, and others organize this important event.
People on the Move
Learn who has been promoted, recently hired, or transferred to a new location. (get details)
20-20 Vision
See the future through the eyes of this year's kindergartners, who graduate in 2020. (watch video)
Register Now for a Preretirement Workshop
If you’re planning to retire within the next two years, plan now to attend one of the free workshops hosted throughout the school year by ERFC. (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 average SAT score for the FCPS class of 2007, which is 119 points higher than the average for the state of Virginia and 128 points higher than the national average. (get details)
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Quote to Note
"Nothing you do for children is ever wasted. They seem not to notice us, hovering, averting our eyes, and they seldom offer thanks, but what we do for them is never wasted."
Garrison Keillor
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