May 17, 2024
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Annandale High School students launch an Equity Team to combat racial bias

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The Annandale High School Class of 2021. Students at Annandale High School formed an Equity Team with the goal of creating a climate at the school that is more responsive to students from diverse backgrounds. “I see so many instances where people from underrepresented groups are not supported or face implicit bias from teachers, coaches, and … Continued

FCPS considers new admissions plan to increase diversity at TJ

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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology [Keith Pham] Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Scott Brabrand has presented recommendations to the school board to revise the admissions policy at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology to give historically underrepresented students – African Americans and Hispanics – a better shot at attending.  Admissions … Continued

Annandale church celebrates Juneteenth with rally in support of Black Lives Matter

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  By Roberta Croll   Despite the rain, over 25 people demonstrated in front of Little River United Church of Christ in Annandale on Friday, Juneteenth, in support of Black Lives Matter and against violence and brutality.   Since its founding in 1955, Little River United Church of Christ has been celebrating diversity, independent thought, and … Continued

School principals: Racism and hate have no place in the Falls Church Pyramid

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The principals of the schools in the Falls Church High School Pyramid issued a message expressing “sadness and outrage about the instances of racism and hate that have occurred in our country during the last few weeks, and over the course of time.” [UPDATE: Principals in the Annandale and Justice pyramids subsequently issued similar messages.] … Continued

ReelAbilities Film Festival promotes awareness of people with different abilities

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A scene from “Cheers of JOY.” The ReelAbilities Film Festival, Feb. 20-March 1, offers films that promote awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories, and artistic expressions of people with different abilities. The films – a mix of dramas, documentaries, and shorts – are screened at various venues throughout the region, including the Pozez Jewish … Continued

NAACP report gives most supervisors D or C grades on criminal justice issues

#Board of Supervisors, #community organizations, #crime, #diversity, #police
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Officers from the Mason Police District speak at a forum on police/community relations in October 2016 sponsored by Communities of Trust, an initiative of Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Bulova and the Fairfax County NAACP. The Fairfax County NAACP gives most of the county’s supervisors a grade of C or D in supporting policies aimed … Continued

Summer youth program focuses on community issues, social justice

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The National Korean American Service and Education Consortium (NAKASEC) is launching a  summer program for high school students aimed at educating youths about community issues and developing progressive leaders among the Asian and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Participants in the first-ever Summer Youth Empowerment Program – about 10-15 youths – will meet three days a … Continued

Culmore Multicultural Day brings community together

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Angela Skolnitsky, with the Monarcha in Flight aerial dance group. The 10th annual Culmore Multicultural Day drew hundreds of local residents of all ages to the Woodrow Wilson Library parking lot April 2 to enjoy a diverse mix of music and dance performances. Culmore Multicultural Day brings families together. The event, sponsored by the Fairfax … Continued