Northern Virginia News for Parents

24/06/2025

During periods of excessive heat, when Loudoun County is under a heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service, Loudoun County facilities that are normally open to the public may serve as “cooling centers” during their regular operating hours, where people seeking relief from the heat will have access to air conditioning, restrooms, seating and water.

Read about what affects excessive heat have on you and your animals.

24/06/2025

Due to the extreme heat warning in effect for Fairfax County, all outdoor activities scheduled on Fairfax County public schools’ fields and courts from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24, are canceled, including:

Co-curricular or extracurricular activities.

Team practices. (High school athletic practices and workouts of any kind are prohibited this week due to the VHSL no-contact period.)

Recreation programs and community use by outside groups not affiliated with FCPS.

Employees whose job function requires outdoor work (e.g., landscaping, groundskeeping, warehousing, general facilities, etc.) are to complete the remainder of their workday indoors. Alternate work activities that can be completed include required training, indoor maintenance, etc.

Extreme heat resources, including the locations of cooling centers and safety tips, can be found on the Fairfax County website. As conditions evolve and this heat continues, we will provide daily morning updates.

Fairfax County Public Schools

06/06/2025

How to Get Tickets for the DC Military Parade

Free tickets are available through the official U.S. Army event website with a limit of two tickets per phone number. While admission is free, officials strongly recommend pre-registration to help with crowd management and security planning. Spectators are encouraged to arrive as early as 2:00 PM to secure the best viewing positions along the parade route.

The Washington, DC military parade on June 14, 2025, promises to be one of the most spectacular military demonstrations in recent American history. This

05/06/2025

As of June 5, 2025, high school graduation ceremonies continue at EagleBank Arena on George Mason University’s Fairfax Campus. These events, which began in late May, will run through Monday, June 16.

Key Event Information:

02/06/2025

Beginning in July 2025, Virginia will enforce a statewide ban on cellphone use during school hours in all public schools. The “bell-to-bell” policy prohibits students from using phones from the start of the school day until dismissal, covering class periods, lunch breaks, and time between classes.

Virginia’s “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban is a landmark education policy designed to reset student habits, reduce digital distractions, and foster healthier

30/05/2025

Three local schools — Chantilly High School, Greenbriar East Elementary, and Greenbriar West Elementary — were briefly placed on “Secure the Building” status Friday morning following a nearby armed robbery that prompted an intense police response in the Greenbriar area.

Three local schools — Chantilly High School, Greenbriar East Elementary, and Greenbriar West Elementary — were briefly placed on "Secure the Building" status

14/05/2025

George Mason University (GMU), Virginia’s largest public university, will host its 2025 Spring Commencement on May 15 at EagleBank Arena.

11/05/2025

-Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) concluded its annual Teacher Appreciation Week from May 5 to May 9, 2025, recognizing educators’ critical role in shaping student futures.
-PWCS will celebrate its graduating Class of 2025 at various venues between May 17 and June 5 (complete list on the website)

Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) concluded its annual Teacher Appreciation Week from May 5 to May 9, 2025, recognizing educators' critical role in

11/05/2025

Fairfax County school leaders have approved a new policy regarding student cellphone use, adopting a compromise after months of deliberation.

In a 9–3 vote on Thursday, May 9, 2025, the School Board agreed to allow students limited access to their phones during the school day, specifically before and after classes and during lunch.

Fairfax County school leaders have approved a new policy regarding student cellphone use, adopting a compromise after months of deliberation.

11/05/2025

The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Summer Internship Program offers paid, hands-on work experience, professional development, and project-based learning for current FCPS high school students and recent college alumni.

The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Summer Internship Program offers paid, hands-on work experience, professional development, and project-based learning

12/12/2023

https://northernvirginiamag.com/home/home-design/2023/12/08/best-christmas-displays-in-northern-virginia/

Where to find home Christmas displays in Northern Virginia? Hunt's Holiday House. Farmer's Christmas House. Ritter Famly Christmas.

10/12/2023

Aligned with Fairfax City’s comprehensive transportation plan and the Bike Fairfax City master plan, the City of Fairfax has identified thirteen feasible station locations for Capital Bikeshare stations around the city.

Aligned with Fairfax City's comprehensive transportation plan and the Bike Fairfax City master plan, the City of Fairfax has identified thirteen feasible