Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

Boy Scout helps Annandale HS students build computers

Frost Middle School students assist Ian Wallace in leading the desktop-building workshop at Annandale High School. [FCPS] Eight students in Annandale High School’s English as a Second Language program have new computers they built themselves, thanks to budding Eagle Scout Ian Wallace. According to a feature story on the Fairfax County Public Schools website, Wallace, … Continued

Annandale choral students perform a virtual concert featuring African-American composers

The Annandale High School Choral Department hosted its first virtual concert, “Lift Every Voice,” featuring all five of the school’s choirs performing works of six living African-American composers with a focus on hope, equity, and unity.  The concert is available on YouTube.  Several choral members speak during the performance about what the songs mean to them.  The … Continued

Police step up patrols in crime hotspots in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads

Vista Drive in Culmore, the site of several assaults in recent months. In response to the continuing problem of assaults and robberies in Annandale and Bailey’s Crossroads, the Fairfax County Police Department has increased its presence in certain areas.   For the Mason Police District, the hot spots are Fairmont Gardens in Annandale and Culmore in … Continued

Justice High School musicians and vocalists are keeping the music alive

Justice students present a concert at a senior living facility. By Tara Rethore So many things have been upended by the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for appropriate health and safety protocols. With public school buildings closed and learning conducted online, ensemble music groups are especially feeling the impact.  Playing or singing together in person … Continued

Annandale High School students launch an Equity Team to combat racial bias

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