Help everyone celebrate this season! Give back before Thanksgiving by supporting Food for Others in Providence District. 📍 2938 Prosperity Ave, Fairfax, VA 🕤 Mon–Fri 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. (Closed Nov 27–28) 🔗 foodforothers.org

Had a great time volunteering with @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social at Oakmont Park. Great to join neighbors and community members with Fairfax PRISM to restore habitat and remove invasive plant species, helping our parks thrive. Grateful for the chance to support Fairfax County’s natural spaces.

Wonderful visit to Mosaic Elementary School with @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social as part of the Virginia School Boards Association's "Take Your Legislator to School Month." Grateful to join Dr. Aste for a tour of classrooms and conversations about the school’s academic (and renovation!) progress.

Join me on Saturday at Helping Our Land Heal: Habitat Restoration at Oakmont Park. 🗓️ Saturday, November 15 🕙 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. 🔗 Register Here: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...

Tune in tonight for the Fairfax County School Board’s regular meeting: 🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 13 🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. 📄 Meeting Materials: fcps.edu/boarddocs 📺 Watch Live: fcps.edu/livestream

Tune in today for the Budget Committee Meeting & Work Session. The Board will review the FY 2027 Fiscal Forecast, discuss school boundaries, and updates to the 2025–26 Legislative Program. 🗓️ Wed, Nov 12 🕙 10:00 a.m. 📄 Materials: fcps.edu/boarddocs 📺 Watch Live: fcps.edu/livestream

Tomorrow is Veterans Day. We honor and thank all who have served in our nation’s Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms inspire us all.

Wonderful visit to Oakton Elementary School with Delegate David Bulova as part of the Virginia School Boards Association’s annual “Take Your Legislator to School Month.” Grateful to visit several classrooms and talk about the school's progress with Principal Kelley.

Grateful to kick off the Virginia School Boards Association’s annual “Take Your Legislator to School Month" with Senator Saddam Salim and Delegate Holly Seibold at Freedom Hill Elementary School. Very impressed by our student guides and the conversations we had with staff!

It was an honor to attend the final Providence District “Night Out at the Game” as the Woodson Cavaliers faced off against the Fairfax Lions. What a night celebrating the talent and spirit of our amazing students — football, cheer, marching band, color guard, and more!

Join me tonight to cheer on the Woodson Cavaliers! 🏈 📅 Fri, Nov 7, 7:00 p.m. 📍 Carter G. Woodson HS, Fairfax, VA 🎟️ $7 adults | $5 students 🔗 RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-at...

November is Native American Heritage Month. We honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Native peoples and celebrate the stories and traditions that continue to shape our FCPS community today.

This week is National School Psychology Week. School psychologists support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of every student. Thank you to our dedicated FCPS school psychologists for helping students reach their full potential.

I had the pleasure of speaking at the Fairfax Families for Safe Streets monthly meeting. We had a great discussion about FCPS’s new School Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment Program and ways to make our schools safer for students and families.

Thanks to everyone who came out for our sixth Providence District “Night Out at the Game” as the Madison Warhawks took on the Oakton Cougars! What a night celebrating the talent and spirit of our amazing students — football, cheer, marching band, color guard, and more!

Join me Thursday night as we cheer on the Madison Warhawks at “A Night Out at the Game.” 🏈 What: “A Night Out at the Game” (Warhawks vs. Cougars) 📅 When: Thursday, Oct 24, 7:00 p.m. 📍 Where: Madison Stadium, 2500 James Madison Dr, Vienna, VA 🎟️ Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students

Grateful to attend Freedom Hill PTA's most recent meeting with Senator Saddam Salim and my School Board colleagues, Kyle McDaniel and Ryan McElveen. We discussed a range of topics, including the legislative program, school funding, and threats to public education. Thanks to all who attended.

Yesterday, I attended the State of Our Schools event. Dr. Reid shared recent successes and her vision for the future. I was inspired seeing Providence District students showcased, including 6th-grade Algebra 1 students from Mosaic and Pine Springs, and the Guitar Ensemble from Falls Church.

Had a blast at Shrevewood Elementary's first Fall Festival in several years. Grateful to see so many families enjoying the fun games and great food. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!

It was wonderful attending the Fall Festival at Fairhill Elementary! Great to see families enjoying games, food, and fun activities while celebrating our amazing community. Thank you to everyone who helped make these events so special!

Thanks to everyone who came out for our fifth Providence District “Night Out at the Game” as the Falls Church Jaguars took on the Hayfield Hawks! What a night celebrating the talent and spirit of our amazing students — football, cheer, marching band, color guard, and more!

Join me tonight under the Friday night lights as we cheer on the Falls Church Jaguars for “A Night Out at the Game”! 🏈 What: Jaguars vs. Hayfield Hawks 📅 When: Friday, Oct 24, 7:00 p.m. 📍 Where: Falls Church HS Stadium 🎟️ Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students 🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-at...

Tune in tonight for the Fairfax County School Board’s regular meeting: 🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 23 🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. 📄 Meeting Materials: fcps.edu/boarddocs 📺 Watch Live: fcps.edu/livestream

Supporting the mental health and well-being of our students is a top priority. FCPS offers free counseling services for students and families to navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive.

Had a blast attending the Fairfax County NAACP's annual Black Tie Sneaker Ball, celebrating their incredible work advancing equity, justice, and opportunity. Get this -- attendees voted for the best sneakers, and my gold high tops won!

Thanks to everyone who came out for the Providence District “Night Out at the Game” as the Fairfax Lions took on the Alexandria City Titans for Homecoming! What a night celebrating the talent and spirit of our amazing students — football, cheer, marching band, color guard, and more!

Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights this Monday! Wishing you and your loved ones joy, prosperity, and new beginnings.

Bring the whole family to Falls Church High School tomorrow for the annual Fall Festival! Enjoy delicious food, fun games, arts and crafts, and a lively costume contest for all ages. 📅 Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 🕘 9 AM – 4 PM 📍 Falls Church HS, 7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22041

Explore rewarding operational roles in FCPS! Positions include custodians, food services, HVAC, bus drivers, and more. 🗓️ Tuesday, October 28, 2025 🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Fairfax County Government Center 🔗 www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-ho...

Cast your ballot early for the November 4th General Election. 🗓️ Through Sat., Nov. 1 🕓 Mon–Fri: 8AM–4:30PM | Sat: 9AM–5PM | Sun, Oct 26: 1–5 PM 📍 Many Locations 🔗 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/ea...

Halloween at The PARC in Tysons is an evening of community fun with trick-or-treating, live musical performances, festive treats and snacks, and more. 🗓️ Oct 31, 2025 🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 The PARC – 8508 Leesburg Pike, Tysons, VA 🔗 celebratefairfax.org/event/hallow...

Hundreds of elementary schoolers across Fairfax County are tackling high school–level math this year — including students at Mosaic Elementary and other schools right here in the Providence District.

Tune in tonight for the Fairfax County School Board’s regular meeting: 🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 9 🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. 📄 Meeting Materials: fcps.edu/boarddocs 📺 Watch Live: fcps.edu/livestream

It's finally here -- after years of School Board advocacy, FCPS is the first school division in Virginia to adopt the FBI’s Rap Back continuous background check system, which provides instant notification of employee arrests, strengthening protections for students and staff.

Last night, I joined my Board colleague, Dr. Ricardy Anderson, at Falls Church High School for a community meeting about the upcoming renovation of the school's athletic facilities. We are incredibly grateful for everyone's engagement as we work together to modernize the school's athletic complex.

Tune in today for the Fairfax County School Board’s Forum and Work Session on Project Labor Agreements, Goal 1: Strong Start, AI in FCPS, and Western High School programming/boundaries. 🗓️ Tuesday, Oct. 7 🕖 10 a.m. 📄 fcps.edu/boarddocs 📺 fcps.edu/livestream

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our third Providence District “A Night Out at the Game” as the Marshall Statesmen faced the Yorktown Patriots for Homecoming! Loved cheering on our students — from football and cheer to the band and color guard.

Join me tonight under the Friday night lights as we cheer on the Marshall Statesmen for Homecoming! 🏈 What: Statesmen vs. Patriots 📅 When: Fri., Oct., 3, 7 pm 📍 Where: Marshall HS Stadium (7731 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church) 🎟️ Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students 🔗 RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-at...

Wishing all those observing Yom Kippur a day of reflection, renewal, and connection with their community.

ATTENTION FURLOUGHED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES FCPS has an opportunity for you to make a difference, and some extra income. We are actively recruiting substitute teachers — and that includes you. Start quickly, earn money, and make a real impact. INFO / APPLY: fcps.edu/careers/substitute-employment

With the federal government shutdown underway, families can apply for free and reduced-price meals. If your income changes this year — because of furloughs, layoffs, job loss, etc. — you may now qualify. Benefits last this school year and 30 school days into the next. INFO / APPLY: fcps.edu/frm

The School Board’s Student Leadership Development Program application deadline is this Friday, October 3, at 11:59 p.m. This is a great opportunity for 9th-11th graders interested in law, government, public policy, or making a difference in the community. APPLY TODAY: www.fcps.edu/about-fcps/l...

Special thanks to everyone who joined us under the Friday night lights for our second Providence District “A Night Out at the Game” as the McLean Highlaners faced off against the Yorktown Patriots. We had a great time celebrating the incredible talent and spirit of our students!

Join me tonight under the Friday night lights as we cheer on the Highlanders at McLean High School’s “A Night At The Game”! 🏈 Highlanders vs. Patriots 📅 Fri., Sept. 26, 7 p.m. 📍 McLean HS Stadium 🎟️ $7 adults, $5 students 🔗 RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-at...

Tune in tonight for the Fairfax County School Board’s regular meeting. We will be discussing important topics, including Executive Limitation #9: Instructional Program Report, National Literacy Month, and more. 🗓️ Date: Sept. 25 🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. 📄 fcps.edu/boarddocs 📺 fcps.edu/livestream

Mark your calendars: Sat, Oct 4 the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will host its Out of the Darkness Walk at Mosaic in the Providence District. 🕚 Check-in 11:00 a.m. 🕧 Opening Ceremony 12:30 p.m. 🚶 Walk to follow 🔗 afspwalks.donordrive.com/Fairfax

Grateful to join community partners and students at Louise Archer Elementary for “Sun Day,” celebrating solar and clean energy. We cheered on FCPS’s new solar initiatives at 35 schools and welcomed 17 additional electric buses — important steps toward a sustainable future!

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for the 2nd Annual Providence Day and Back to School Celebration! From performances and games to food, resources, and neighbors coming together, it was a wonderful way to kick off the school year.

Join us TOMORROW for Providence Day and Back to School Celebration, featuring performances, games, food, county resources, and more: 🚌 What: Providence Day and Back to School Celebration 📅 Date: Saturday, September 20, from 10am-1pm 📍 Location: Marshall High School ✉️ RSVP / INFO: bit.ly/Provday2025

Cheer on the Highlanders under the Friday night lights at McLean's A Night At The Game: 🏈 What: A Night At The Game (Highlanders vs. Patriots) 📅 Date: Friday, Sept. 26, 7 p.m. 📍 Location: McLean High School Stadium 🎟️ Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students 🔗 RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/1611174128...