Learn about what inspired Jasmine Piernas to teach for FCPS.

With an "and-one" layup in overtime, the Madison Warhawks Girls Basketball Team defeated the Manchester Lancers (49-46) last week, making this their fourth consecutive state title. This was Madison’s ninth state final appearance—now the most in the history of Class 6 and the former Group AAA.

Teachers credit the spike in Arabic course enrollment to parents who’ve lobbied for more access to language offerings, keeping coursework fun and the expansion of instruction that can now begin in elementary school and continue through the international baccalaureate level.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she attended the FCPS-hosted community meeting on the opioid crisis. She visited Annandale Terrace ES, Saratoga ES, Lemon Road ES, and Westbriar ES.

Marketing students from Centreville HS and the Fair Oaks Classroom on the Mall program will open their Prom Dress Shop on Friday, March 24, at Centreville HS. The shop helps financially challenged students attend prom by providing dresses and accessories at no cost.

Looking to grow in your career? Explore these professional development opportunities.

Thank you to all the employees who have shared their stories over the last few months. We’ve compiled some of the inspirational stories we’ve received, and continue to encourage you to share your story of why you work for FCPS and/or who has inspired you on your journey.

In this issue, learn about No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for Students, VGA Assessment Reports, the Dangers of Fentanyl, and more.

Find out who influenced this teacher at Woodburn. Who had an impact on you? Tell us more!

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week she visited Rolling Valley ES, West Springfield HS, and McNair ES. She watched the Madison HS girls basketball team win the state championship and participated in a panel as part of a Leadership Greater Washington event.

March 5-11 is National School Social Work Week!

This month, we celebrate all art and music programs in our schools—and the FCPS Heroes who help our students learn and appreciate all forms of art