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Schedule for September 18-24, 2023

Monday, September 18, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Story Telling - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 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.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 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.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 1
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Meet the Author: Julie Heckathorn
    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.”
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Smokey Bear LIVE: A Distance Learning Adventure
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Brain Works
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Getting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focused, 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.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Barneys Barrier Reef
    Explore the lives of watery critters and their surroundings, from super-sighted shrimp to trash-eating tiger sharks, thriving as a whole in a web of life.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    Shamu TV
    This program teaches manuscript handwriting to young writers. Host Roxanne and her sidekick Scribbles demonstrate correct letter formation and offer hands-on practice. Kids have fun while learning how to write their ABCs!
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 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.”
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 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.
  • 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, honor, 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 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 - 11:00 PM
    Cultural Competence
    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.

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Ago'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.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Writing Focus -Elementary Lessons for PreK-2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 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.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for PreK-2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Kara, Winston, and the SMART CREW
    These cartoons illustrate 5 e-safety SMART rules and include a real-life SMART Crew of young people, who guide the cartoon characters in their quest and help them make safe online decisions.
  • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program that was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    I Heard That! - Listening to Classical Music
    Works by Mozart, Bach, and Haydn are performed by the critically acclaimed Virginia Chamber Orchestra and interspersed with students’ spirited discussions and visuals.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 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.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Universal Words
    Each program has four parts and includes a vocabulary list culled from science, history, geography, Latin, and culture.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Smokey Bear LIVE: A Distance Learning Adventure
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    NASA SCI Files: The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge
    In The Case of the Physical Fitness Challenge, the Treehouse Detectives are excited about their school’s participation in the upcoming President’s Challenge.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Scott the Nature Guy
    Learn about nature with FCPS's Scott the Nature Guy.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Titanic: The Band Played On
    Taking a fresh look at the Titanic disaster, the film uncovers new details about the heroic band of musicians and the role they played in the tragedy. Included are interviews with renowned experts and descendants of the band's musicians to delve further into the story that has lasted well beyond their lifetime.
  • 9:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 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.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 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 to help them protect themselves.

Wednesday, September 19, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for PreK-2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 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.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 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.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Meet the Author: Maria Gianferrari
    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 - 12:00 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.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for Grades 2-4
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 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 - 1:30 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.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    That's Imagination!
    Join world-renowned artist and stage performer Oistein Kristiansen as he introduces the various approaches to creative drawing. Imaginative, fun, and educational, these programs will help develop the imagination and creative thinking of children and adults through drawing. Simple and quick, each program is characterized by fun shapes, bright colors, and high energy.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    STEM in 30: The Need for Speed: TOPGUN and Naval Aviation!
    We’ve all seen a plane take off from a long runway, but what if you don’t have a full-sized runway? On aircraft carriers, jets are launched into the air — zero to 165 mph in three seconds! Tune in as we take you to the deck of an aircraft carrier to learn about the science behind launching and landing airplanes from a ship. Embrace your need for speed in this episode of STEM in 30.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    APTV: Inside the Crime Lab - FBI
    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.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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
  • 4:00 PM - 6:00 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.
  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Smokey Bear LIVE: A Distance Learning Adventure
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    The 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair
    In March 2022, the 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair showcased over 200 high school science projects. Via recorded videos, 300 students presented their research projects in a wide variety of science and engineering fields. Projects were judged by over 150 STEM professionals and 50 professional organizations and businesses.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    APTV: Inside the Crime Lab - FBI
    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.

Thursday, September 20, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Story Telling - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 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.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 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.
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Mountains and Life
    Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honor, 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
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Smokey Bear LIVE: A Distance Learning Adventure
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Brain Works
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Aerospace Academy: Paper Airplane Design
    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.
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 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.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    The Real Martha Washington
    Step back in time and meet Martha Washington, America’s first First Lady.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Barneys Barrier Reef
    Explore the lives of watery critters and their surroundings, from super-sighted shrimp to trash-eating tiger sharks, thriving as a whole in a web of life.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    Shamu TV
    This program teaches manuscript handwriting to young writers. Host Roxanne and her sidekick Scribbles demonstrate correct letter formation and offer hands-on practice. Kids have fun while learning how to write their ABCs!
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Jodi Lyn Anderson
    On this edition of Meet the Author, Anderson will discuss her fantasy fiction book series, Thirteen Witches, which follows the adventures of Rosie who must defeat thirteen evil witches in book one. Rosie’s adventure continues in books 2 & 3. 
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    Elementary Science Seminars
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Family Involvement Equals School Success
    In this program, educators and parents in Fairfax County Public Schools share their perspectives on ways families can communicate effectively with the school, get involved at school through volunteer opportunities, set up an effective home learning environment, and stay involved throughout a child’s teenage years. With families and educators working as a team, the child is set on a path of opportunity and success in school and in life.
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Getting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focused, 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.
  • 9:00 PM - 9:45 PM
    Community Keynotes: Neuroscience & Learning
    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
    Cultural Competence
    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.

Friday, September 21, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    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.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 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.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Ago'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.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 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.
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 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.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for Grade 2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author: Jamie Sumner
    Author Jamie Sumner’s books feature kids with disabilities: physical, neurodivergent, and mental health-related. She approaches these topics with sensitivity and experience. She is the mom of a son with cerebral palsy. Join the conversation with author Jamie Sumner as she talks about her book: Roll with It, Time to Roll (sequel), Summer of June, Tune It Out, and One Kid’s Trash.
  • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Ernesto Cisneros
    Ernesto Cisneros is the award-winning author (and educator) of Efren Divided, which received national acclaim for its “honest depiction of characters” with whom young adults can identify.  His follow-up book, Falling Short, has received two International Latino Book awards.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 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.
  • 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, honor, 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 - 3:30 PM
    Universal Words
    Each program has four parts and includes a vocabulary list culled from science, history, geography, Latin, and culture.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Smokey Bear LIVE
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Cappies 2023
    The Cappies (Critics and Awards Program) is an international program that was launched in FCPS. It recognizes, celebrates, and provides learning experiences for high school theater and journalism students, and teenage playwrights.
  • 7:00 PM - 7:40 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Recorded at Annandale High School in Fairfax County, Virginia, Dr. McGill shares her expertise on the science behind concussions and how research is driving new management strategies. Certified Athletic Trainer Kathy Ayers discusses the stages a student-athlete must go through before returning to play after a concussion.
  • 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Family Involvement Equals School Success
    In this program, educators and parents in Fairfax County Public Schools share their perspectives on ways families can communicate effectively with the school, get involved at school through volunteer opportunities, set up an effective home learning environment, and stay involved throughout a child’s teenage years. With families and educators working as a team, the child is set on a path of opportunity and success in school and in life.
  • 8:30 PM - 9:30 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.
  • 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
  • 10:00 PM - 10:30 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.
  • 10:30 PM - 11:30 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 to help them protect themselves.

Saturday, September 23, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 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.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 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 everything in the story and practice, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Elementary Science Seminars
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    BrainWorks
    Kids and parents alike will enjoy BrainWorks, an entertaining and informative show about the brain.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 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.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Fred Bowen
    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.”
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author: L.M. Elliot
    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 - 1:30 PM
    Universal Words
    Each program has four parts and includes a vocabulary list culled from science, history, geography, Latin, and culture.
  • 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Picture Books
    This series helps 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.
  • 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Meet the Author: Jodi Lyn Anderson
    On this edition of Meet the Author, Anderson will discuss her fantasy fiction book series, Thirteen Witches, which follows the adventures of Rosie who must defeat thirteen evil witches in book one. Rosie’s adventure continues in books 2 & 3. 
  • 2:30 PM - 3:15 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.
  • 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Counting with Paula
    An educational series about numbers and social development for preschool children.
  • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Recorded at Annandale High School in Fairfax County, Virginia, DDr.McGill shares her expertise on the science behind concussions and how research is driving new management strategies. Certified Athletic Trainer Kathy Ayers discusses the stages a student-athlete must go through before returning to play after a concussion.
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Move with Me Yoga Adventures
    KKids'yoga videos combine the fun of pretend play with creative movement, yoga, and self-regulation techniques. Kids follow everything in the story and practice, with the characters, how to soothe, calm, and focus themselves to overcome obstacles, manage feelings, and do their best.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Wildlife Explorers
    Along with being entertaining, the series' educational objectives are to introduce different groups of animals to young learners, highlighting the shared characteristics and, also, the variety within each group; promote an educated concern and interest in all animals, both inside and outside zoos; and encourage a scientific approach to learning
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    It Could Happen To Any of Us - The Truth About Opioids and Xanax
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    The Art Of…Musical Improvisation
    The Art of ... Musical Improvisation teaches students how to go off-script and play from the heart.
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    The 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair Awards Ceremony
    In March 2022, the 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair showcased over 200 high school science projects. Via recorded videos, 300 students presented their research projects in a wide variety of science and engineering fields. Projects were judged by over 150 STEM professionals and 50 professional organizations and businesses.
  • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Concussion Protocol
    Recorded at Annandale High School in Fairfax County, Virginia, DDr.McGill shares her expertise on the science behind concussions and how research is driving new management strategies. Certified Athletic Trainer Kathy Ayers discusses the stages a student-athlete must go through before returning to play after a concussion.

Sunday, September 24, 2023

  • 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
    Leo the Wildlife Ranger
    Join Junior Rangers Leo and Katie, their loyal dog, Hero, and Ranger Rocky on fun and exciting adventures around the world and learn about the nature and wildlife that surrounds us on this beautiful planet.
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for PreK-2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Writing Focus - Elementary Lessons for PreK-2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 10:30 AM - 11:00 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.
  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for PreK-2
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 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.
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Word Study - Elementary Lessons for Grades 2-4
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    Meet the Author: Jerdine Nolan
    Author Jerdine Nolen joins Meet the Author to discuss 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 award-winning books such as Freedom Bird, Calico Girl, and Irene’s Wish.
  • 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, honor, 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
    FCPS Honors 2023
    The Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Human Resources annual recognition of outstanding employees as they seek to create and demonstrate the best instructional and support practices in the school district.
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Into the Outdoors
    Into the Outdoors aims to create environmental awareness and outdoor lifestyles that empower the 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.
  • 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 - 5:30 PM
    The 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair Awards Ceremony
    In March 2022, the 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair showcased over 200 high school science projects. Via recorded videos, 300 students presented their research projects in a wide variety of science and engineering fields. Projects were judged by over 150 STEM professionals and 50 professional organizations and businesses.
  • 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Barneys Barrier Reef
    Explore the lives of watery critters and their surroundings, from super-sighted shrimp to trash-eating tiger sharks, thriving as a whole in a web of life.
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Shamu TV
    Bringing you face-to-face with the wonders of wildlife through species-focused episodes.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    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. For more information about the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, go to www.artandwriting.org.
  • 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Cultural Competence
    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.
  • 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Palabras Alentadoras: Lenguaje Receptivo y Lenguaje Expresivo
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills. Families learn that reading and writing are not independent of speaking and listening. The series demonstrates activities that promote language development.
  • 9:00 PM - 9:30 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.
  • 9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    The 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair Awards Ceremony
    In March 2022, the 67th annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair showcased over 200 high school science projects. Via recorded videos, 300 students presented their research projects in a wide variety of science and engineering fields. Projects were judged by over 150 STEM professionals and 50 professional organizations and businesses.
  • 10:30 PM - 12:00 AM
    FCPS Parent Resource Center Presents: Getting Past Procrastination: How to Get Your Kids Organized, Focused, and Motivated…Without Being the Bad Guy
    Ann Dolin M.Ed. and author of "Gettig Past Procrastination" shares tips on getting kids organized, focused and motivated.

Schedule for September 25-October 1, 2023

Monday, September 25, 2023

  • 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
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 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 - 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 - 2:00 PM
    2023 Retirement Ceremony
    The annual FCPS Retirement Ceremony was held on May 3, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Elementary Science Seminars
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies. Activity guide available.
  • 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
    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
  • 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, honor, 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, September 26, 2023

  • 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
    Wildlife Explorers
    Along with being entertaining, the series' educational objectives are to introduce different groups of animals to young learners, highlighting the shared characteristics and, also, the variety within each group; promote an educated concern and interest in all animals, both inside and outside zoos; and encourage a scientific approach to learning.
  • 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, honor, 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
    Elementary Science Seminars
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies. Activity guide available.
  • 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
    Meet the Author: Ernesto Cisneros
    Ernesto Cisneros is the award-winning author (and educator) of Efren Divided, which received national acclaim for its “honest depiction of characters” with whom young adults can identify.  His follow-up book, Falling Short, has received two International Latino Book awards.
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 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 Honors 2023
    Excellence in teaching students, leading schools, and providing support is what Fairfax County Public Schools is all about. The Department of Human Resources sponsors recognition of outstanding performers as they seek to create and demonstrate the best instructional and support practices.
  • 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, September 27, 2023

  • 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 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, honor, 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: Jodi Lyn Anderson
    On this edition of Meet the Author, Anderson will discuss her fantasy fiction book series, Thirteen Witches, which follows the adventures of Rosie who must defeat thirteen evil witches in book one. Rosie’s adventure continues in books 2 & 3. 
  • 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's 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 Guides 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 Development from Birth to Age 5
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills.

Thursday, September 28, 2023

  • 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
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 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 - 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
    Elementary Science Seminars
    The goals of this series are to encourage student interest in science and to help students understand basic principles of science and scientific methodologies. Activity guide available.
  • 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
    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
  • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    FCPS Honors 2023
    Excellence in teaching students, leading schools, and providing support is what Fairfax County Public Schools is all about. The Department of Human Resources sponsors recognition of outstanding performers as they seek to create and demonstrate the best instructional and support practices.
  • 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, September 29, 2023

  • 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
    Wildlife Explorers
    Along with being entertaining, the series' educational objectives are to introduce different groups of animals to young learners, highlighting the shared characteristics and, also, the variety within each group; promote an educated concern and interest in all animals, both inside and outside zoos; and encourage a scientific approach to learning.
  • 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, honor, 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
    Smokey Bear: Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires
    Learn about: the history of the Smokey Bear ad campaign; the history of the living Smokey Bear; fire prevention and the equipment used to fight wildfires; the fire danger rating system used nationwide; and the spectrum of fire prevention and management.
  • 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 - 9:00 PM
    FCPS Honors 2023
    Excellence in teaching students, leading schools, and providing support is what Fairfax County Public Schools is all about. The Department of Human Resources sponsors recognition of outstanding performers as they seek to create and demonstrate the best instructional and support practices.
  • 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, September 30, 2023

  • 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 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 around 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 highlights issues students face every day. Students learn to develop strategies toward solutions 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, honor, 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 Development from Birth to Age 5
    This series helps families understand the importance of language in developing literacy skills.

Sunday, October 1, 2023

  • 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
    Math Matters - Elementary Lessons for PreK-K
    Produced by Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • 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 - 6:30 PM
    FCPS Honors 2023
    Excellence in teaching students, leading schools, and providing support is what Fairfax County Public Schools is all about. The Department of Human Resources sponsors recognition of outstanding performers as they seek to create and demonstrate the best instructional and support practices.
  • 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Meet the Author: LM Elliot
    Mary Alice Monroe is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty-seven books. She also writes children’s picture books, and a new middle-grade fiction series called, The Islanders written with her longtime colleague, Angela May. 
  • 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 - 9:00 PM
    Community Keynotes: Substance Abuse
    Each program in this series is an invitation to engage in discussions around important topics affecting our school communities.
  • 9:00 PM - 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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