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Schedule for April 8-14, 2024

Monday, April 8, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Ethics in a Global Society
    Students voice their opinions, concerns, and questions about ethical issues, the roles that these issues play in our society, and the affect on potential careers.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Real Life 101
    Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to counselors, teachers and entertainers. Real Life 101 takes you on the job so you can see for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed and the education it takes to put you in the right direction!
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    The Black American Experience
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    2023 FCPS Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    Teach! Learn! Discover! Permission to Feel: Keynote Speaker: Dr. Marc Brackett

Tuesday, April 9, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Ethics in a Global Society
    Students voice their opinions, concerns, and questions about ethical issues, the roles that these issues play in our society, and the affect on potential careers.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Meet the Author: Jerdine Nolan
    Author Jerdine Nolen will be discussing her latest book, On Her Wings, which is a non-fiction picture book about the early life and legacy of groundbreaking American writer Toni Morrison. Nolen will also talk about her other award winning fiction books such as Freedom Bird, Calico Girl and Irene’s Wish.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    The Native American Experience
    Although our Founding Fathers, Presidents, and military leaders are celebrated as heroes of American culture, the valuable contributions made by indigenous people to many key events in the country's history are often disregarded. Let us delve into the remarkable lives and achievements of Native American men and women to examine their exceptional accomplishments.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Portraits: The First African-American Divas of Song and Opera
    “Portraits: The First Black American Divas of Song and Opera,” a theatrical production that depicts Elizabeth Taylor-Greenfield, Sissieretta Jones and Marian Anderson sharing their history and their fabulous voices, a decade ago.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    APTV: Unstoppable 
    Produced by Alabama Public Television, Unstoppable: The Road to Women’s Rights will focus on the women’s suffrage movement, the struggle for women’s equality and the role of women in politics today.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Founding Mothers: Remembering the Ladies
    Cokie Roberts hosts this fascinating discussion of the struggles to establish a nation as seen through the eyes of our nation's first First Ladies: Martha Washington, Abigail Adams, and Dolley Madison.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Parenting Through Challenging Times: Supporting Your Child Through Life's Ups and Downs
    Corrine Coppola guides attendees through hands-on exercises in mindfulness and balance. She discusses and demonstrates several techniques parents can use to bring calm to families' households.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Real Life 101
    Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to counselors, teachers and entertainers. Real Life 101 takes you on the job so you can see for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed and the education it takes to put you in the right direction!
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Nelson Mandela: One Man
    Viewers will discover how Nelson Mandela's dedication resulted in his inauguration as the first black President of South Africa; his award of the Nobel Peace Prize and ultimately, his inspirational role in overthrowing the Apartheid regime.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Small Business 21st Century
    Small Business 21st Century provides viewers with information and education about various aspects of financial literacy regarding retirement, long-term care, healthcare, and living benefits strategies for individuals and families on Main Street. Small business development and sustainability is also a very critical aspect of this programming outreach.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    APTV: Unstoppable -The Road to Women's Rights
    Produced by Alabama Public Television, Unstoppable: The Road to Women’s Rights will focus on the women’s suffrage movement, the struggle for women’s equality and the role of women in politics today.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:35 PM
    Exploring Naviance Student
    Exploring Naviance Student demonstrates how the Naviance platform can help support FCPS students in planning and acheiving their postsecondary goals. Audience: High School parents.
  • 3:35 PM - 4:20 PM
    History Notes: The Music of Washington's World 
    Students discover the music of Pre-Revolutionary America including music written about George Washington, music heard on the battlefields and in the ballroom, and the traditional songs of African slaves
  • 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture 
    Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Meet the Author: L.M. Elliot
    New York Times best-selling author, L.M. Elliot writes historical and biographical fiction for young adults.  On the next edition of Meet the Author, Laura talks about her latest, docudrama-style Cold War novel, WALLS, which follows two cousins in 1960-61 Berlin—an American Army teen in the West and his cousin trapped in the East, as the infamous Berlin Wall goes up.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Voices and Visions
    The lives and works of 13 renowned American poets are interpreted through dramatic readings, archival photographs, dance, performances, and interviews in this inspiring series. Poets include Langston Hughes, Robert Frost, Emily Dickinson, and Elizabeth Bishop.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
     
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    The Art of Loose Painting in Oils by Carol Hallock 
    Watch as Carol Hallock paints with easy to learn demonstrations for beginners to advanced painters.

Thursday, April 11, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Real Life 101
    Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to counselors, teachers and entertainers. Real Life 101 takes you on the job so you can see for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed and the education it takes to put you in the right direction!
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Portraits: The First African-American Divas of Song and Opera
    “Portraits: The First Black American Divas of Song and Opera,” a theatrical production that depicts Elizabeth Taylor-Greenfield, Sissieretta Jones and Marian Anderson sharing their history and their fabulous voices, a decade ago.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Cultural Competence: Closing the Achievement Gap and Creating Success Among Diverse Learners
    Dr. Darryle Craig defines and examines the importance of cultural competence.Craig advises how to use this important skill to help close the achievement gap, and promote best practices that create success among diverse learners.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Native American Experience
    Although our Founding Fathers, Presidents, and military leaders are celebrated as heroes of American culture, the valuable contributions made by indigenous people to many key events in the country's history are often disregarded. Let us delve into the remarkable lives and achievements of Native American men and women to examine their exceptional accomplishments.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Opera Easy 
    From La Traviata, to Carmen, to Don Giovanni and beyond, every Opera Easy program comes dramatically alive with history, composers, performance and clarifying perspective. Opera Easy bridges the language and times to the story and characters.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Funding a Nation: Washington, Jefferson, and Hamilton
    Our first president and two members of his cabinet discuss and debate the ways and means of financing the government of our fledgling nation. Audience: Educators.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bulletin Board
     
  • 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    School Board Meeting
    Work sessions of the Board are held to examine subjects in greater depth than is possible during business meetings.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
    The Art of Loose Painting in Oils by Carol Hallock 
    Watch as Carol Hallock paints with easy to learn demonstrations for beginners to advanced painters.

Friday, April 12, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Ethics in a Global Society
    Students voice their opinions, concerns, and questions about ethical issues, the roles that these issues play in our society, and the affect on potential careers.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    The Scholastic Art Awards Ceremony
    The Scholastic Art Awards Ceremony, hosted by FCPS, is an annual event to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of secondary visual arts students in the Fairfax County Region. Artwork created by the student award winners was selected by a distinguished panel of judges from 2,500 submissions to receive gold key and silver key awards. During the ceremony special awards including nearly $6000 in scholarships will be announced, and the Scholastic Art Exhibition Website will be launched.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author: Jerdine Nolan
    Author Jerdine Nolen will be discussing her latest book, On Her Wings, which is a non-fiction picture book about the early life and legacy of groundbreaking American writer Toni Morrison. Nolen will also talk about her other award winning fiction books such as Freedom Bird, Calico Girl and Irene’s Wish.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Cultural Competence: Closing the Achievement Gap and Creating Success Among Diverse Learners
    Dr. Darryle Craig defines and examines the importance of cultural competence.Craig advises how to use this important skill to help close the achievement gap, and promote best practices that create success among diverse learners.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Ethics in a Global Society: Bioresearch and Government
    Students voice their opinions, concerns, and questions about ethical issues, the roles that these issues play in our society, and the affect on potential careers.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    School Board Meeting Rebroadcast
    Work sessions of the Board are held to examine subjects in greater depth than is possible during business meetings.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Saturday, April 13, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Real Life 101
    Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to counselors, teachers and entertainers. Real Life 101 takes you on the job so you can see for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed and the education it takes to put you in the right direction!
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Art of Loose Painting in Oils by Carol Hallock 
    Watch as Carol Hallock paints with easy to learn demonstrations for beginners to advanced painters.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:35 PM
    Exploring Naviance Student
    Exploring Naviance Student demonstrates how the Naviance platform can help support FCPS students in planning and acheiving their postsecondary goals. Audience: High School parents.
  • 3:35 PM - 4:20 PM
    History Notes: The Music of Washington's World 
    Students discover the music of Pre-Revolutionary America including music written about George Washington, music heard on the battlefields and in the ballroom, and the traditional songs of African slaves
  • 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture 
    Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: From Chaos to Calm - 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles with Author Kirk Martin
    Author Kirk Martin delivers an entertaining presentation providing concrete strategies to restore calm in your home and stop power struggles. Great for parents of children 2 - 22.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    The Art of Loose Painting in Oils by Carol Hallock 
    Watch as Carol Hallock paints with easy to learn demonstrations for beginners to advanced painters.

Sunday, April 14, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Meet the Author: Alicia D. Williams
    Author Alicia D. Williams says, the inspiration behind her award-winning book, Genesis Begins Again, came from “trying to figure out” what she wanted to write. On this edition of Meet the Author, Ms. Williams shares the inspiration behind her picture books, The Talk, Jump At the Sun: The True Life Tale of Unstoppable Storycatcher, Zora Neale Hurston, and Shirley Chisholm Dared: The Story of the First Black Woman In Congress.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Real Life 101
    Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to counselors, teachers and entertainers. Real Life 101 takes you on the job so you can see for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed and the education it takes to put you in the right direction!
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Portraits: The First African-American Divas of Song and Opera
    “Portraits: The First Black American Divas of Song and Opera,” a theatrical production that depicts Elizabeth Taylor-Greenfield, Sissieretta Jones and Marian Anderson sharing their history and their fabulous voices, a decade ago.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author: Jerdine Nolan
    Author Jerdine Nolen will be discussing her latest book, On Her Wings, which is a non-fiction picture book about the early life and legacy of groundbreaking American writer Toni Morrison. Nolen will also talk about her other award winning fiction books such as Freedom Bird, Calico Girl and Irene’s Wish.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Cultural Competence: Closing the Achievement Gap and Creating Success Among Diverse Learners
    Dr. Darryle Craig defines and examines the importance of cultural competence.Craig advises how to use this important skill to help close the achievement gap, and promote best practices that create success among diverse learners.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Community Keynotes
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Art of Loose Painting in Oils by Carol Hallock 
    Watch as Carol Hallock paints with easy to learn demonstrations for beginners to advanced painters.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    2022 Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair 
    The Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair is a competition for students attending HS in Fairfax County. Students may earn meritorious entry to the Regional competition through a science fair held at their local public or private schools. Visit the Science Fair website for more information.
  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Voices and Visions
    The lives and works of 13 renowned American poets are interpreted through dramatic readings, archival photographs, dance, performances, and interviews in this inspiring series. Poets include Langston Hughes, Robert Frost, Emily Dickinson, and Elizabeth Bishop.
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    The Folklorist
    Whether it’s a tale of a legendary lost city, a forgotten hero, or a hoax beyond belief, The Folklorist brings audiences back to each story’s origins and uncovers what’s been left out of text books, and what lives on as folklore.
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 9:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    What's in a Name? 
    The goal of these videos is to promote and preserve the history of Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    APTV: Unstoppable - The Road to Women's Rights
    Produced by Alabama Public Television, Unstoppable: The Road to Women’s Rights will focus on the women’s suffrage movement, the struggle for women’s equality and the role of women in politics today.

Schedule for April 15-21, 2024

Monday, April 15, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM 
    Space Quest with Dr. Jim
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Picture Books
    Modern storybooks that help capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM 
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Snippets of Learning
    History comes alive as the people of America's past come to life to tell their unique and powerful stories. This series of historical snapshots—each designed to stand alone—targets significant events in history.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
    The Native American Experience
    Although our Founding Fathers, Presidents, and military leaders are celebrated as heroes of American culture, the valuable contributions made by indigenous people to many key events in the country's history are often disregarded. Let us delve into the remarkable lives and achievements of Native American men and women to examine their exceptional accomplishments.
  • 2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Academic Success & Mental Health
    Dr. Tracy Cross, the keynote speaker, is the president of the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and executive director of the Center for Gifted Education at the College of William and Mary, discusses academic success and performance perfection among students and the often resulting feelings of inadequacy and/or performance anxiety.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 10:00 PM - 0.9375
    I Heard That!
    Works by Mozart, Bach, and Haydn are performed by the critically acclaimed Virginia Chamber Orchestra and interspersed with students’ spirited discussions and visuals.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires
     
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Behind A.I.
    Everything seems possible today thanks to Artificial Intelligence. But how successful will it be? Whereas more than ever before, technology is a driving force of evolution in our society, that driving force is now running riot. It has become urgent to unveil the scientific foundations of "deep learning" and the new "intelligent algorithms" in order to better understand how machines make our decisions.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    The Hispanic American Experience
    There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on history, with some of the most iconic scientists, politicians, singers, actors, artists and more hailing from Hispanic lineage. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American men and women whose impact have touched all aspects of life.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    The SCI Files series integrates science, technology, and mathematics. The programs emphasize research and standards-based instruction, problem-based learning, and scientific inquiry. Educator guides supplement the 60-minute programs.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Geeting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focued, and Motivated…Without Being the Bad Guy
    Ann Dolin M.Ed. and author of "Getting Past Procrastination" shares tips on getting kids organized, focused and motivated.
  • 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    What’s in a Name?
    The What's in a Name? series was created to commemorate, preserve, and educate viewers about the origin of the names of Fairfax County's public school buildings. Learn about historic plantations and farms, homes, mills, waterways, one-room schoolhouses, educators, authors, poets, famous Virginians, and more.

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Music in the Life of Eisenhower
    General Eisenhower’s use of music to maintain the morale of American troops in World War II is vividly illustrated by the Airmen of Note, performing Glenn Miller hits. The Virginia Chamber Orchestra and select Pro Coro Singers sample Eisenhower's musical favorites. In-studio experts, students, and moderator Robert Aubry Davis examine Eisenhower’s rise to the top five U.S. presidents in polls by leading historians. Free Study Guide and Lesson Plans are available on the VCO website.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    The SCI Files series integrates science, technology, and mathematics. The programs emphasize research and standards-based instruction, problem-based learning, and scientific inquiry. Educator guides supplement the 60-minute programs.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
    Community Keynotes: Managing Stress
    Tara Brach, Ph.D., a nationally recognized mindfulness teacher and author of Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha and True Refuge: Finding Peace & Freedom in Your Own Awakened Heart, discusses how practicing mindfulness can help improve a student’s ability to respond to events and circumstances with clarity and balance. She also presents scientific evidence that supports the benefits of mindfulness.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
     
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Tricked: Inside the World of Teen Sex Trafficking 
    TRICKED is a collection of segments produced by Fairfax County Public Schools to educate students about the scouting and trapping techniques that traffickers use in order to help them protect themselves.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Encouraging Words: Language Developmentfrom Birth to Age 5
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills.

Thursday, April 18, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM 
    Space Quest with Dr. Jim
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Picture Books
    Modern storybooks that help capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM 
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    2022 Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair 
    The Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair is a competition for students attending HS in Fairfax County. Students may earn meritorious entry to the Regional competition through a science fair held at their local public or private schools. Visit the Science Fair website for more information.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files: The Case of the Powerful Pulleys
    Students will understand the concepts of inertia and how the amount of force changes with the use of various simple machines. Lesson plans available.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    Lewis Latimer: Renaissance Man
     
  • 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    APTV: Archaeology Adventures
    Three young kids venture outside their 2-D animated world to learn about early Alabama history for their upcoming school report.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 8:00 PM - 0.875
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 0.875 - 10:15 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture
    Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Friday, April 19, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    BrainWorks 
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Picture Books
    Modern storybooks that help capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine different environments and encourage good social/emotional skills.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires
     
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Aerospace Academy
    Investigate, discover and soar! Aerospace Academy is a series of learning labs based at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    All the Answers
    A fun, fast-paced series that dives into interesting topics of all kinds, taking students on a "did you know" adventure. From pivotal inventions, natural wonders, sports, science, history, and wildlife, to the human body, the magic of our planet, and the vast expanse of our World.
  • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Smart Play
    Play is intrinsic and kids just do it! Can parents influence the play environment to encourage learning? These questions, and many more, are answered as program hosts demonstrate activities that can be used to develop preschooler's skills, such as the ability to identify, match, sort, and create.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Small Business 21st Century
    Small Business 21st Century provides viewers with information and education about various aspects of financial literacy regarding retirement, long-term care, healthcare, and living benefits strategies for individuals and families on Main Street. Small business development and sustainability is also a very critical aspect of this programming outreach.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Meeting the Needs of Struggling Readers
    Speaking at the 11th Annual Special Education Conference: Parents + Educators + Students = Success, Dr. Jan Hasbrouck describes the characteristics of students who become struggling readers and presents research-supported and classroom-proven approaches to successfully address these students' needs.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Academic Success & Mental Health
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    In Other Words 
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

Saturday, April 20, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    Kids yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques.Kids follow-along being everything in the story and practicing, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves in order to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger 
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures aroudn the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Scott the Nature Guy
    Learn about nature with FCPS's Scott the Nature Guy.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower our next generation to become sustainable stewards of Planet Earth. But it’s not all about science, there's craziness and laughter mixed in, because -- well -- learning should be fun.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    You Can Choose! 
    This series teaches young people valuable lessons that contribute to self-discipline, good decision-making, high self-esteem, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to get along with others.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    American Sign Language Made Easy
    ASL is an easy-to-learn, step-by-step approach to learning sign language, complete with drills and practice exercises to increase signing ability and understanding. Clarissa, your effervescent host, will teach you how to sign the alphabet, numbers, food, transportation, emotions, colors, months, time, workplace lingo, small talk and much more. Students will learn grammar, ASL idioms and the use of proper facial expressions to increase understanding.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Aerospace Academy
    Investigate, discover and soar! Aerospace Academy is a series of learning labs based at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    NASA SCI Files:The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    The SCI Files series integrates science, technology, and mathematics. The programs emphasize research and standards-based instruction, problem-based learning, and scientific inquiry. Educator guides supplement the 60-minute programs.
  • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Flight School
    The Flight School series examines historical, scientific, and technological aspects of aviation and its impact on exploration, communication, commerce, and national defense.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Scott the Nature Guy
    Learn about nature with FCPS's Scott the Nature Guy.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    STEM in 30 
    Produced by the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, this fast-paced series engages students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) topics in just 30 minutes.Shows combine animations, interviews with experts, and unique locations to show students that science extends beyond the walls of their school.
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    The Black American Experience
    The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Hot Topics with The Improv Troupe
    The Improv Troupe that highlight issues students face every day. Students learn to develop strategies toward solution of the characters' problems and similar issues in their daily lives.
  • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
     
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    In Our Backyard: The Opioid and Heroin Crisis
    This program explains how opioids impact the brain and body, how people become addicted to opioids and heroin and explores the resources available, where to turn for help, and the power of hope.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Tricked: Inside the World of Teen Sex Trafficking 
    TRICKED is a collection of segments produced by Fairfax County Public Schools to educate students about the scouting and trapping techniques that traffickers use in order to help them protect themselves.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Encouraging Words: Language Developmentfrom Birth to Age 5
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills.

Sunday, April 21, 2024

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
    Counting with Paula 
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
    Howard B. Wigglebottom
    Howard shares ways to listen better to others, their heart, thoughts, feelings, body and the little voice in our heads called intuition.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM 
    Space Quest with Dr. Jim
    “Space Quest with Dr. Jim” is a Telly Award-winning educational TV series based on Dr. Jim Thorne’s original story songs about space science and history. Follow the adventures of two future kids named Tommy and Laura, as they explore space with their robot companions, Piper and Vista! The material in the show relates to the Standards of Learning questions for elementary science students.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Argo's World
    Argo's World is a fun and educational mixed media CG animated series about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for children 7-12 years old.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Making Music is Fun…with Skip West
    Songwriter, musician, and instrument maker Skip West teaches students how to build instruments from common household objects and play songs on them
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM 
    Story Telling - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    APTV: Inside the Crime Lab
    FBI: Inside the Crime Lab offers middle school children a behind-the-scenes look at the greatest crime laboratory in the world—the FBI’s Crime Laboratory.
  • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Cappies Gala 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program which was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    In Other Words
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Hot Topics with The Improv Troupe
    The Improv Troupe that highlight issues students face every day. Students learn to develop strategies toward solution of the characters' problems and similar issues in their daily lives.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 
    Meet the Author
    Meet the Author gives students direct access to authors who share their personal stories, offer writing tips, and encourage students to “keep reading, keep writing, keep dreaming.”
  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Virginia's First People
    Dr. Helen Rountree and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the history, culture, geography, and language of Virginia’s First People.
  • 8:00 PM - 0.875
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 0.875 - 10:15 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Raising Children with Healthy Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture
    Rachel Bailey, M.A., CPDPE, shares tools to help foster self-esteem in children. She discusses treating children with respect, allowing them to express their feelings, teaching skills and empowering children.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.

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