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Ms. Ceglie Recognized as the FCPS 2023 Region 5 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher

June 12, 2023
Congratulations to Fourth Grade Teacher Kristen Ceglie, who was recognized as the FCPS 2023 Region 5 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 14th.

Welcome, Principal Basdekis!

December 01, 2021
Welcome, Paul Basdekis, the new principal of Lutie Lewis Coates Elementary School!

Ms. White Recognized as FCPS 2020 Region 5 Outstanding Elementary New Teacher

January 08, 2021
Congratulations to fifth-grade teacher Kaitlin White who was recognized as the FCPS 2020 Region 5 Outstanding Elementary School New Teacher!
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February 20, 2025 School Board Meeting Highlights

February 20, 2025 - School Board Regular Meeting Highlights, including FY 2026 Advertised Budget, Strategic Plan Goal 3, and Career and Technical Education (Academic Matters).

Joint Message from Fairfax County Public Schools and Fairfax County Police

A joint message from Superintendent Dr. Michelle C. Reid and Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis.

Black History Month Celebration: From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future

On the evening of February 19, the auditorium at Carter G. Woodson High School was filled with pride, history, and celebration as students, FCPS staff, and community members gathered for a powerful Black History Month event.

FCPS This Week - February 19, 2025

In this issue, learn about 🥗 New Lunch Items, How to Talk to Teens About Tough Topics, and ⏰ Middle School Start Times
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