Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid interviewed the Fosters, a family who tragically lost their son Cayden to a half pill of fentanyl mistaken for Percocet. This heart-wrenching yet essential discussion aims to save lives by raising awareness among students about the dangers of fake painkillers.

Recently elected members of the Fairfax County School Board took the oath of office on Wednesday, December 13, at Jackson Middle School. The 12 members of the Board, who were elected for a four-year term on November 7, begin their terms on January 1, 2024.

In this issue, read about winter resources for families, academy open houses, and math week.

In May, James Wrobeh received his diploma from Virginia State University (VSU) and was pinned a second lieutenant in the Army.

James wanted Bryant High School Principal Karen Hertel and Chief Equity Officer Nardos King to be involved in his pinning because “without them, going to college was not going to be possible,” James said. “I wanted [them] to be part of the journey that they helped create.”