We often forget the community aspect that Friday Night Lights high school football games bring to communities across Fairfax County. Some of the unsung heroes of those evenings don’t throw touchdowns or make great tackles; they provide the beat and rhythm.

West Potomac Academy Health and Medical Science students are invited to Inova Mount Vernon Hospital for a Careers in Health Care Symposium on Thursday, October 25, from 5-7 p.m.

South Lakes High’s homecoming celebration will feature a spirit court, with two students from each grade selected for their outstanding participation in spirit week activities, to be announced at halftime of the homecoming game.

Kilmer Center recently renovated its kitchen space, used by students in life skills.

Students and staff members at Key Center participated in a spirit week to raise awareness for a variety of illnesses and disabilities.

Springfield Estates Elementary hosted volunteers from Junior Achievement® who provided sessions on money, jobs, and preparing for the future.

Fairfax County Public Schools has received two Communicator Awards for its podcast series, The Answer Key: Learning and Leadership in the K-12 World. The Communicator Awards are sponsored by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts.

Edison Academy and Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. will host an Apprenticeships and Skilled Workforce Career Fair on Friday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Edison High School Auxiliary Gym.

At its business meeting on October 11, the Fairfax County School Board passed a resolution calling for state and federal action on climate change.

Students from the Musical Theater Actor’s Studio at Fairfax Academy will host three Fall Showcases on October 10, 11, and 12, at 7 p.m.