Tag: education
New massage school hosts an open house
Annandale has a new massage school. The Alpha School of Massage is located in an office building at 7700 Little River Turnpike. Anyone interested in becoming a massage therapist – plus everyone else in the community – is invited to an open house on Jan. 10, 3:30-6:30 p.m. The first class will start on Feb. … Continued
Nonprofit opens adult learning center
Comunidad, a local nonprofit and community development organization based in the Willston Multicultural Center in Seven Corners, opened a learning center for adults at Kingsley Common.
Lessons in democracy start early
The ACCA Child Development Center teaches kids about democracy by having them vote for their favorite Paw Patrol character.
Dance studio to open in Annandale
International Dance anticipates open in the former Treasure Trove spot in the Annandale Shopping Center in early October.
Annandale HS students are excelling academically
Annandale High School students performed really well academically last year, says Principal DeRose.
Learn about crime-fighting at the FCPD Community Police Academy
The Fairfax County Police Department invites residents to get a behind-the-scenes look at every aspect of policing by attending the Community Police Academy.
TIME names Woodson student and scientist ‘kid of the year’
TIME magazine has named Woodson High School student Heman Bekele the 2024 “Kid of the Year.”
Night Watch to offer free tutoring
Night Watch Urgent Care, a pediatric healthcare center in Falls Church, is starting a free tutoring program called Brain Boosters.
Award-winning teacher motivates students to love learning
Shea Hestmark, a second-grade teacher at Columbia Elementary School, motivates students to love learning.
Private school to open at the St. James sports complex
Middle and high school students aiming for a career in professional sports, or at a spot on a college team, have a new opportunity. The St. James Performance Academy is launching in late August at the St. James sports complex in Springfield. The school offers a rigorous college preparatory program combined with sports training and … Continued
The St. James launches an academic program for elite student athletes
Families with elite student-athletes struggling to find time for practices, training, and school now have a solution. The St. James, the sports complex on Industrial Road in the Springfield area of Mason District, will offer an academic program, beginning next fall, integrated with students’ athletic schedules. The facility has formed a partnership with the TPH … Continued
Wonder Wagon takes nature on the road
The Fairfax County Park Authority has a new way to help residents experience nature in their communities and schools. The new Wonder Wagon is a mobile nature center that brings environmental and nature-based educational programs to underserved areas. The brightly painted Wonder Wagon van makes the rounds of afterschool programs, Head Start centers, and … Continued
Meetup group focuses on Korean language and culture
If you’re interested in the Korean language and culture, you’re invited to join a group of like-minded people who take part in educational and social events together. The DMV Korean Language & Culture Meetup Group welcomes anyone in the D.C. area who wants to learn Korean and meet Koreans, Korean-Americans, and Korea enthusiasts who share … Continued
Annandale HS designated a ‘Professional Learning Community’
Annandale High School has been recognized as a Professional Learning Community (PLC) at Work. PLC schools are designated by Solution Tree following a rigorous three-year process that requires schools to implement PLC concepts over three years and prove that student learning improved during that time. PLC concepts call for educators to focus on learning, build … Continued
School news roundup
Middle school start times – FCPS is exploring options for changing middle school start times to ensure young teens get enough sleep. In September, FCPS awarded a contract to Prismatic Services to develop a plan for starting the middle school day at 8 a.m. or later, beginning in fall 2025. Middle schools currently start at … Continued