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Dear Franconia District Families,
I wanted to share some upcoming information including our School Board meeting tonight, input deadline for the Strategic Plan, search for student artists or designers, an upcoming job fair and more.
This whole week is teacher appreciation week. Help us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff members by taking a moment to say "thank you" or write a little note. A simple thank you can mean a whole lot to our wonderful teachers and staff members.
A special thank you to all FCPS teachers this week and every week. We are so thankful for all the hard work you do every day to make our schools a great place to learn and work!
Yesterday, I had a wonderful visit at Bush Hill Elementary School (BHES) to install native plants. A special thanks to Danielle Wynne and her team with the Fairfax County Watershed Education and Outreach Office, Principal Duffy and FCPS Get2Green staff members who coordinated the this effort as part of the Revitalize, Restore, Replant (R3) program (see pictures below of the amazing BHES gardeners).
 Again, continue celebrating FCPS' amazing, creative, and caring educators - this week - who inspire our students every day.
Happy Mother's Day to all moms! I hope you can enjoy the weekend celebrating with your families!
Best,
Tammy
TONIGHT: School Board Meeting at 7 p.m.
 The School Board will hold its regular business meeting, tonight, Thursday, May 11, at 7 p.m. Agenda highlights include:
See the complete agenda. Find out how to watch and participate in School Board meetings.
Student Rights and Responsibilities Updates
The School Board will review updates to the proposed changes to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) document at their regular meeting on Thursday, May 11. The Board is scheduled to approve the 2023-24 SR&R on Thursday, June 15. Get more information on Boarddocs.
Retirees Recognized at Annual Ceremony
FCPS' annual Retirement Ceremony, We Honor You, was held on Wednesday, May 3, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. Retirees, with family and friends, FCPS' Leadership Team, and members of the School Board attended the catered event. Each of the 160 retirees had a profile read by a member of the Leadership Team, received a retirement gift, and posed for a professional photo.
View the ceremony program, photos, and video. Share your retirement photos and celebrations on social media and tag #HR_FCPS.
Final Feedback Opportunity on Draft Strategic Plan
 There is one week left to give input on FCPS' draft Strategic Plan. Please take our survey today, if you haven’t already. The survey will close Wednesday, May 17. Your voice matters!
Visit FCPS' website for information on our strategic planning process.
Be a Part of Our Team!
FCPS is searching for individuals who have a passion for making a difference. A career fair will be held on Wednesday, May 17, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at the Gatehouse Administration Center.
We are looking for staff to work in the following areas: Payroll and accounting, human resources, transportation (school bus drivers), HVAC, plumbing, electrical, custodial services, procurement and finance, food services, and (hourly) multilingual interpreters.
The fair will provide opportunities to network and the possibility of interviewing representatives from various FCPS offices. Register for the career fair.
Thirty-Six FCPS Students Named National Merit Scholarship Winners
Thirty-six students from nine Fairfax County high schools have been named winners of $2,500 scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). Scholarship winners are part of a group of approximately 2,500 National Merit finalists chosen to receive scholarships in 2023 primarily financed by the NMSC. Read more about the awards and see a list of winners.
Students Earn Awards at DECA International Conference
Thirty-three students from six Fairfax County public high schools earned DECA’s highest honors at the organization’s annual International Career Development Conference. Read more about the awards and see a list of winners.
Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities Announces First Class Award Winners
The Fairfax County Public Schools Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) presented their First Class Awards at the 18th Annual Special Education Conference. The awards recognize educators, administrators, and students who support, implement, or design programs and activities that include students with disabilities and improve outcomes for all students. Read about this year’s winners.
A special congrats to Ann Smith, principal, and Emily Kaltenmark, assistant principal at Key Center for always going above and beyond, every day, to make Key Center the amazing school it is.
Calling All FCPS Student Artists and Designers!
 FCPS is looking for student-designed graphics or artwork to represent the observances that are recognized on the FCPS School Year Calendar for 2023-24 (PDF).
Middle and high school students are encouraged to tap into their creativity to design visuals that accurately and positively represent the many religious observances recognized in the FCPS community. Visit the Design Challenge webpage for more information on eligibility and design guidelines. Submissions are due Sunday, June 11.
Middle School Athletics Coming This Fall
 FCPS’ Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Advertised Budget allocates funding for middle school athletic activities to support student well-being at no cost to students. Pending budget adoption, this will be the first time FCPS has offered middle school students a chance to participate in extracurricular sports programs.
Middle schools will start with cross country this fall. Track will follow in spring 2024. Learn more about middle school athletics.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions recognized in FCPS.
The City of Fairfax will host a one-day, outdoor, family event on Main Street in Historic Old Town Fairfax City on Sunday, May 21, from noon to 6 p.m. (Rain date is June 4.) The event will highlight Asian heritage through food, arts and crafts, education, and performances. Learn more about the Asian Festival on Main.
Jewish American Heritage Month
May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
National School Nurse Day
Yesterday was National School Nurse Day. It's the perfect time to recognize the many contributions school nurses make to student health and learning.
Fairfax County Public Schools appreciates the role of school public health nurses (PHNs) for their contribution to the health and welfare of all our students. Professional school nurses support the needs of students through their delivery of healthcare, contributions to local school communities, and promotion of safety, prevention, and wellness throughout the year. They are advocates who bridge healthcare and education by supporting student health and readiness to learn. School nurses are essential to our community and work tirelessly to make a positive impact in the lives of their students.
Please join us in thanking PHNs for their hard work and dedication to FCPS students!
Fentanyl Awareness Day
Tuesday was National Fentanyl Awareness Day. In 2021, fentanyl was identified in 77.14% of adolescent overdose deaths.
FCPS continues to take active steps to address substance misuse prevention and intervention in schools. In doing so, Regulation 2151: Management of Naloxone Administration in Schools has been revised to expand the category of personnel required to be trained in naloxone (Narcan) administration, and address student administration of naloxone. The revisions to Regulation 2151 were incorporated to expand access to potentially life-saving resources should there be a suspected opioid overdose in school.
Read the regulation to learn more about who is required to be trained in the administration of naloxone/Narcan and the guidelines surrounding authorization to carry or administer naloxone. The Fairfax County Government is hosting a series of virtual REVIVE! trainings this month (in English and Spanish). Attendees learn what to do (and not do) in an overdose situation.
The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.
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