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PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Putting Ideas on the Table - Ep. 34This episode tackles a fundamental challenge in collaboration: ensuring all voices are heard and the team explores multiple solutions, not just the first one. Learn practical structures and strategies for moving beyond surface-level ideas to generate high-quality options for your most complex instructional challenges.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your l...

2025-12-1810 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Tackling Data Dialogue Pitfalls - Ep. 33Join us today as we discuss common pitfalls that can happen during a data dialogue with your collaborative team. We share tips and strategies to help overcome those challenges to keep the conversations focused on student achievement.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-an...

2025-12-1109 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Creating Team Safety - Ep. 32This episode moves from theory to practice, giving teacher leaders concrete steps to build psychological safety—the foundation of true team collaboration. Learn how intentional actions can immediately boost relational trust, leading to more honest data analysis and shared commitment to student success.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn...

2025-12-0410 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Overcoming a Team Hurdle: Redirecting Team Energy - Ep. 31Today we dive into a common challenge for team leaders: managing the energy in collaborative conversations. Learn a simple language shift and practical structures that will help your team move past venting and into genuine problem-solving.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! FCPS staff can also find these resources on the employee intranet site, Atlas. S...

2025-11-2709 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Analyzing Student Work - Ep. 30Join us as we discuss effective strategies for analyzing student work within collaborative learning teams. Learn how to structure conversations, identify patterns of error and misconceptions, and determine next steps to help students achieve proficiency. We'll also cover various student feedback methods, including small groups, conferences, and written feedback, to enhance meta-cognition.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s ef...

2025-11-2008 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast The High Schooler Who Turned His Grandpa's Loss Into ThisYour Wednesday dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode. Today: A new beer spot opening in Herndon, a police helicopter landing at a middle school, a teen fighting online scams after personal loss, and a community rallying for shelter pets.Links:Ornery Beer Company opens in Herndon: https://theburn.com/2025/11/11/ornery-beer-company-opens-new-public-house-in-herndon/Police helicopter visits Katherine Johnson Middle School: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/11/12/morning-notes-for-november-12-2025/Arhan Menta starts The Kumar Project to help seniors: https://wtop.com/fairfax-county/2025/11/left-behind-fairfax-co-high-schooler-warns-seniors-about-online-financial-scams/Fairfax residents rally for animal shelter: https://www.ffxn...

2025-11-1304 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators High Leverage Protocols for Your Next CLT - Ep. 29In this episode, "High Leverage Protocols for Your Next CLT," we share two protocols from our new CLT protocol library that answer all four critical questions and will set you up for success in your classroom. We hope you will utilize these in your next CLT and see the impact!Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness...

2025-11-1309 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Hit Me Up Again With Another Wicked Oneour daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode. Today: Broadway magic hits local bars, one woman's commitment changes thousands of lives, and the holidays officially begin Friday.Stories covered:Wicked-themed cocktails at Fairfax spots: https://patch.com/virginia/fairfaxcity/toast-new-wicked-good-movie-special-cocktails-fairfaxThe Barns at Wolf Trap celebration: https://northernvirginiamag.com/news/2025/11/11/honoring-the-history-and-music-of-the-barns-at-wolf-trap/Amy Tristan wins People's Choice Award: https://www.volunteerfairfax.org/community-chooses-amy-tristan-2025-peoples-choice-award-winner/Santa arrives at Tysons Corner Center: https://patch.com/virginia/mclean/tysons-corner-center-welcome-santa-kick-holiday-seasonJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYo...

2025-11-1208 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast You Won't Believe Who Just Made It to the Major LeaguesYour daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode. Today: A Korean gimbap chain picks Fairfax for its first U.S. location, a baseball player who overcame incredible odds to make the majors, and a local restaurant saying thank you to veterans.LINKS: Korean gimbap chain opens first U.S. location in Fairfax: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/11/10/korean-gimbap-chain-opens-first-u-s-location-in-fairfax-bringing-k-culture-eats-to-local-foodies-lee2/Otto Kemp Overcomes Odds to Make Major Leagues: https://viewpoint.pointloma.edu/otto-kemp-overcomes-odds-to-make-major-leagues-in-2025/Free Meal For Veterans, Active-Duty Military Offered In Fairfax: https://patch.com/virginia/fairfaxcity/free-meal-veterans-active-duty-military-offered-fairfaxJoin the emai...

2025-11-1106 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Bring Gloves and Take Out Your Inner FrustrationsTrees are being choked by invasive vines—and volunteers are doing something about it this Saturday. Plus: free chicken salad giveaways in Herndon and a new toast spot in Vienna. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Story Links:Chicken Salad Chick opening in Herndon: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/11/04/chicken-salad-restaurant-chain-to-open-soon-in-herndon/Tree Rescuers PRISM event at Piney Branch: https://patch.com/virginia/fairfaxcity/calendar/event/20251109/e03f2967-ae8d-4a4f-94bd-93a23c277aa2/fairfax-tree-rescuers-prism-week-of-action-fairfaxToastique gourmet toast shop in Vienna: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/11/05/gourmet-toast-shop-takes-over-viennas-former-greenheart-juice/Join the email list at TapYo...

2025-11-0605 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Building Collective Efficacy - Ep. 28Join us for this episode that focuses on Collective Efficacy, a powerful concept driving school improvement. Learn how to build this belief within your teams through mastery moments, models of success, productive feedback, and relational trust.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere!

2025-11-0610 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Falls Church Girls Make History, Reston Food Hall Opens & Football Buzzer-Beater | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsStart your Monday with some genuine good news! Falls Church High girls' cross country just won their first-ever district title (some running through injuries!), Reston got a new food hall where you can sample five different menus under one roof, Latin American empanadas are coming to North Point Village Center, and Centreville football delivered a last-second touchdown to win their district showdown. That's the Fairfax County energy we love.Stories in this episode:https://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/falls-church-girls-cross-country-captures-first-district-title/article_20e5f87d-3f11-4093-877c-b208c70ffacb.htmlhttps://theburn.com/2025/10/30/wonder-food-hall-in-reston-is-open-for-business/https://theburn.com/2025/10/30...

2025-11-0305 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Cat Reunited After 15 Years, Dad Renovates His Old School & Chocolate Shop Opens | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsYour Wednesday just got better. A Fairfax County cat came home after being missing for fifteen years (microchips work, people!), a local dad is now renovating the elementary school he once attended as a kid, River-Sea Chocolates opened a new shop in Reston so you don't have to drive to Chantilly anymore, and the Meridian Mustangs field hockey team won their third overtime game in seven days to advance to the regional finals.This is what you miss when you just check the regular news. Good stuff's happening.Stories in this episode:https://wtop...

2025-10-3106 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Chesterbrook Renovations, Party Supply Store & Pakistani Street Food | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsMcLean's Chesterbrook Shopping Center is finishing up a multi-million dollar makeover and welcoming Sweetgreen on November 11th, a new Party Mania store is filling that long-vacant rug shop on Columbia Pike, and Pakistani street food is making its Virginia debut near Dulles with Karahi Boys at Nokes Plaza. Three signs that Fairfax County's business scene keeps growing.Stories in this episode:https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/28/chesterbrook-shopping-center-sweetgreen-opening-renovations-celebration/https://www.arlnow.com/2025/10/28/party-mania-supply-store-coming-to-former-rug-shop-on-columbia-pike/https://theburn.com/2025/10/28/signs-of-progress-at-karahi-boys-restaurant-in-loudoun-1/Want daily good news in your inbox? Sign up free at TapYourNews.com (https://TapYourNews.com)Into true...

2025-10-3005 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators The Mindful Pause - Ep. 27In this episode, we explore the transformative “power of the pause,” a simple yet profound technique that dramatically improves daily conversations. Discover how pausing allows for genuine listening, provides valuable “think time” for others, and empowers you to formulate more thoughtful and impactful responses.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on...

2025-10-3008 min

The County Conversation Fairfax Energy CompassThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Maya Dhavale, senior community specialist and a program manager for Fairfax Energy Compass, Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination. Learn more about the Fairfax Energy Compass program online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/fairfax-energy-compass. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news and...

2025-10-2900 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Top Restaurants, Community Celebrations & Friday Night Lights | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsGreat way to start your Monday! Four Fairfax County restaurants just made the top 10 in Northern Virginia (2941 reclaimed #1!), Falls Church is investing in both the nation's 250th birthday celebrations AND Vietnamese-American community outreach, and Meridian High gave their seniors the perfect Friday night lights send-off with a dominant 56-14 win.Starting your day with good news isn't just nice — it actually sets the tone for everything that follows. That's why we do this.Stories in this episode:https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/27/four-fairfax-county-restaurants-ranked-among-10-best-in-northern-virginia/https://www.arlnow.com/2025/10/27/falls-church-surplus-funds-could-help-mark-nations-250th-birthday-and-extend-vietnamese-outreach/https://www.fcnp.com/2025/10/27/meridian-football-gets-right-in-dominant-senior-night-win-over-warren-county/...

2025-10-2905 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Dad Joke, Safer Crosswalk After 4-Year Push & Local Artists Featured at Mall | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsAfter four years of community advocacy, residents celebrate new pedestrian safety beacons on Edsall Road that make crossing to the neighborhood pool and park much safer. Plus, local Northern Virginia artists see their work featured on a new gallery wall at Springfield Town Center. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Pedestrian beacon on Edsall Road: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/24/residents-welcome-long-awaited-pedestrian-beacon-on-edsall-road/Art exhibition at Springfield Town Center: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/24/exhibition-featuring-local-artists-now-on-display-at-springfield-town-center/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com (https://TapYourNews.com) to get notified wh...

2025-10-2805 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Girls Win in Their First Flag Football Season, Life-Saving Reunion Five Months Later & Iranian-American Art Arrives in Reston | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsSouth Lakes High girls are winning in their first season of flag football, a Bailey's Crossroads couple returned to thank the rescue crew that saved Ben's life five months ago, and a new Reston boutique is showcasing Iranian-American artists and artisans. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:South Lakes Girls Flag Football Building Foundation: https://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/south-lakes-girls-flag-football-builds-a-foundation-this-year/article_423ae8ef-9119-426a-90ef-c1f015041f4f.htmlResuscitation Reunion at Fire Station: https://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/resuscitation-reunion-is-cathartic/article_4d625c0c-f317-4285-8...

2025-10-2704 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast NYC Halal Guys Arrives, Brewery Pizza Combo & Eco-Shopping at Tysons | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsThat famous NYC halal cart white sauce arrives in downtown Fairfax, a brewery teams up with a pizzeria at an arts center in Lorton, and sustainable fashion hits Tysons just in time for holiday shopping. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Popular NYC Halal Food Restaurant Opens In Fairfax City: https://patch.com/virginia/fairfaxcity/popular-nyc-halal-food-restaurant-opens-fairfax-cityBunnyman Brewing partners with pizzeria for newly approved Lorton expansion: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/22/bunnyman-brewing-partners-with-pizzeria-for-newly-approved-lorton-expansion/Eco-friendly clothing store opens, gift basket shop coming to Tysons mall: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/23/eco...

2025-10-2404 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Wonder Food Hall Opens, Students Crush SATs & Teacher Wins $50K | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsA NYC food hall with 15+ restaurants in one location opens Wednesday in Franconia, Fairfax County students beat state and global SAT averages, and Marshall Academy's only woman automotive instructor wins a $50,000 teaching excellence award. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Wonder Food Hall opens in Franconia: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/14/wonder-food-hall-to-open-first-fairfax-county-locations-this-month/FCPS students outperform on SATs: https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-week-october-8-2025Marshall Academy teacher wins $50K prize: https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-week-october-8-2025Join the email list at TapYourNews.com (https://Tap...

2025-10-2302 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators The Power in Paraphrasing - Ep. 26Join us as we talk about how to use paraphrasing as a way to support collaboration. We share the different purposes for paraphrasing as well as some tips to remember!Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! FCPS staff can also find these resources on the empl...

2025-10-2308 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Ballet Classes for Kids with Down Syndrome & Açai Bowls with Banana Costumes | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsHigh schoolers from West Potomac teaching free ballet to kids with Down syndrome every Sunday in Alexandria, and South Block bringing healthy açai bowls to Reston Town Center with a banana costume contest grand opening. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Purple Tutu ballet program: https://wtop.com/local/2025/10/i-love-to-dance-with-my-friends-purple-tutu-in-alexandria-teaches-ballet-to-children-with-down-syndrome/South Block opening in Reston: https://theburn.com/2025/10/20/new-south-block-restaurant-opens-in-reston-this-weekend/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com (https://TapYourNews.com) to get notified when new episodes drop.Got a good news story to...

2025-10-2202 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Food Hall Opening, $273K Raised & Girls' Flag Football History | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsWonder Food Hall opens October 30 in Reston, Fairfax City raised over $273,000 for homeless shelter services, local restaurants support breast cancer research through dessert sales, and Chantilly High launches the county's first girls' flag football team. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Wonder Food Hall Opening: https://theburn.com/2025/10/17/wonder-food-hall-announces-official-opening-day-in-reston/Banquet Raises $273K for The Lamb Center: https://patch.com/virginia/fairfaxcity/banquet-raises-273k-fairfax-citys-homeless-day-shelterDesserts for Breast Cancer Research: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/16/local-eateries-use-desserts-to-raise-funds-for-breast-cancer-research/Chantilly Girls Flag Football: https://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/chantilly-girls-among-first-to-kick-off-flag-football-team/article_bf7970c5-10b...

2025-10-2003 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast ChalkFest Returns, Revolutionary Ship Bar & First New High School in 20 Years | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsReston's ChalkFest brings sidewalk art back on Sunday, a Revolutionary War ship serves drinks in Old Town Alexandria, Fairfax County is building its first new high school in two decades near Herndon, residents give Fairfax City high marks in community survey, and a new Indian restaurant just opened in Reston. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:ChalkFest 2025 in Reston: https://www.therestonletter.com/post/chalkfest-2025-the-chalk-fun-is-back-this-fallTall Ship Providence in Alexandria: https://wtop.com/matt-about-town/2025/10/matt-about-town-old-town-alexandria-tall-ship-providence/New high school near Herndon: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/15/fcps-leans-toward-traditional-model-for-new-western-high-school-near-herndon/Fai...

2025-10-1704 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast McLean Grad Wins Army Ten-Miler, Wonder Food Hall Opens & Arabian Cuisine in Vienna | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsMcLean High graduate Michelle Vaccaro won the Army Ten-Miler in her first attempt, Wonder food hall is opening in Franconia on October 23rd with a Reston location coming soon, Dar Mariam brings authentic Iraqi and Kuwaiti cuisine to Vienna's Maple Avenue, and a brunch-focused chain is coming to Fairfax Mall. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:McLean grad wins Army Ten-Miler: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/14/mclean-graduate-wins-title-in-her-first-ever-army-ten-miler-race/Wonder food hall opening: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/14/wonder-food-hall-to-open-first-fairfax-county-locations-this-month/Dar Mariam restaurant: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/14/recently-opened-vienna-restaurant-champions-cuisine-from-arabian-gulf/Brunch chain at...

2025-10-1603 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Presenting Effective Professional Development - Ep. 25In this episode, we are discussing the art of presenting and sharing best practices to help you in managing your session from building rapport with your participants to the body language that we use as presenters.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! FCPS staff can also find these re...

2025-10-1610 min

The County Conversation Healthy Minds Fairfax and Youth Care Navigation ServicesThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Peter Steinberg, Healthy Minds Fairfax program manager, about Healthy Minds, a joint program between the Department of Family Services and the Community Services Board, as well as Youth Care Navigation Services. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news and listen online to Fairfax County Government Radio (24/7...

2025-10-1500 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Firefighter Relief, Restaurant Top 40 & Housing Market Uptick | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsAlexandria firefighters finally get relief from 56-hour workweeks after a 20-year fight, five Fairfax County restaurants make the Washington Post food critic's final Top 40 list, and more buyers closed on homes in September thanks to lower interest rates. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Alexandria firefighters work schedule changeFairfax and McLean restaurants on WaPo Top 40 listLower interest rates help Fairfax home salesJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop.Got a good news story to sh...

2025-10-1503 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Film Festival This Weekend, Rock Band Breaks Through & Wolf Trap Smashes Record | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsThe Washington West Film Festival brings 38 films and Olympic guests to Reston Town Center through Sunday, local rock band Out of Order's debut single "Loretta" racks up thousands of streams, Wolf Trap raises a record-breaking $2.3 million at their Bollywood Ball gala, kids' artwork goes on display at Lake Anne Plaza, hundreds of Fairfax sixth graders dive into Algebra I, and Meridian field hockey wins their 11th straight game. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Washington West Film Festival in Reston: https://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/w...

2025-10-1004 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast First Arts Festival, Historic Girls' Football Team & Warby Parker Opens | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsAnnandale hosts its first-ever Mason District Arts Festival this Saturday with 29 artists and live performances, South Lakes High launches Fairfax County's first girls' flag football team backed by the Commanders, Warby Parker opens at Reston Town Center on October 18th with free opening-day tote bags, FABB celebrates 20 years of bike advocacy with a party on October 25th, and young jazz musician Daniel Murray brings classic standards to Gen Z audiences in Alexandria. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Inaugural Mason Arts Festival in Annandale (Oct. 11...

2025-10-0903 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Planning Effective Presentations - Ep. 24Today we are building on our episode from last week on adult learning theory and thinking about ways to plan for effective presentations when leading PD or a staff meeting. We will share tips to make the most of your time and meeting your learning goals.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leader...

2025-10-0908 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Dogfish Head Returns, Community Band Season & New Tysons Condos | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsDogfish Head Alehouse is coming back to Reston Town Center in summer 2026, the Main Street Community Band kicks off its new season this Saturday morning at the Fairfax Fall Festival, construction begins on 86 new condos with public park space in Tysons, and Allegra Marketing Print Mail wins Peak Performance award for business excellence. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Dogfish Head Alehouse Returns to RestonMain Street Community Band New ConductorFlats at Tysons Condos ConstructionAllegra Marketing Print Mail Peak Performance AwardJoin the email list...

2025-10-0803 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast New Coffee Spot Opens, Yorktown Football Wins Big & Workday Expands to Reston | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsA new specialty coffee shop brings outdoor seating to Old Town Fairfax, Yorktown football stays undefeated in district play with their third straight win, and global tech company Workday triples their office space with a move to Reston Town Center. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Common Culture Coffee opens in Old Town Fairfax: https://patch.com/virginia/fairfaxcity/coffee-house-creates-welcoming-space-old-town-fairfaxYorktown football's third straight victory: https://www.arlnow.com/2025/10/06/winning-formula-continues-for-yorktown-football-in-teams-third-straight-victory/Workday moves to Reston Town Center: https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/06/global-hr-software-company-to-trade-tysons-office-for-reston/Join the email list at ...

2025-10-0703 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Santa's Sleigh Needs Help & Vienna Rallies | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsVienna's beloved holiday tradition needs a little help this year - the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department is raising money to fix Santa's sleigh for the annual neighborhood rides that bring Christmas magic to families every December. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Vienna Fire Department Santa Sleigh FundraiserJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to get notified when new episodes drop.Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com

2025-10-0602 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast New Restaurants, High School Wins & Fairfax Connector Turns 40 | Good Morning Fairfax County - Good NewsFairfax County has a fun weekend ahead with events in Arlington and Falls Church, plus Masti opens at Reston Town Center Wednesday and Lesly's returns to its Latin American roots in Falls Church. Janatha Bar & Biryani expands to Ashburn, Lidl opens in Herndon October 29, Meridian High crushes it in golf and football, Fairfax Connector celebrates 40 years, and Alexandria offers free attraction passes to federal workers during the shutdown. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Weekend events in Arlington and Falls ChurchMasti opening at Reston Town...

2025-10-0303 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators The Art of Adult Learning - Ep. 23Join us as we share ways to reach adult learners in the Professional Development that you provide. We are talking about ways to engage adults and make their learning relevant to their work.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! FCPS s...

2025-10-0208 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast DogFest Celebration, Tysons Mural & Teacher Wins $50K | Good Morning Good NewsA service dog celebration at Reston Town Center this Saturday, a colorful new mural brightening Tysons, Baskin-Robbins returns to Vienna with Dunkin', a Falls Church business owner honored for hiring people with disabilities, a student launches an anti-vaping initiative, a Marshall High teacher wins $50K, and George Mason basketball earns preseason honors. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:DogFest at Reston Town Center: https://www.therestonletter.com/post/copy-of-celebrate-dogfest-at-reston-town-center-on-oct-4-1Tysons mural "Pillars in Bloom": https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/09/30/new-mural-greets-tysons-corner-center-visitors-along-route-123/Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin' coming to Vi...

2025-10-0104 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast 🎨 Fairfax County Arts Take Center Stage as October Brings New Dining and Entertainment OptionsFriday brings a month-long celebration of local arts that research shows strengthens communities, plus new dining options opening soon and local talent earning global recognition. Studies show vibrant arts scenes boost neighborhood livability and community pride. Your daily dose of what's getting better in Fairfax County. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com

2025-09-2603 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Moving Between Coaching, Consulting and Collaborating - Ep. 22In this episode, we discuss the difference between 3 leadership acts: coaching, consulting, and collaborating. These leadership acts support building the capacity of others and we give ideas for when to use each one in your work with others.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the g...

2025-09-2508 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Fairfax County Communities Unite for Neighbors as Fall Festivals and Food Scene FlourishFairfax County shows its community spirit with support for families in need while welcoming fall festivals like Vienna's Oktoberfest and new dining spots including Sunday Morning Bakehouse in Tysons. Plus, your Five to Thrive featuring local events and activities across Vienna, Reston, and Alexandria. TapYourNews.com

2025-09-2404 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Managing Conflict - Ep. 21Conflict is a part of our everyday life, both personal and professional. In this episode we will share two types of conflict and how not all conflict is bad! We will also share strategies for people to use during times of conflict.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on...

2025-09-1808 min

Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News Podcast Good Morning Fairfax County — Inova Arrest, Rocktoberfest & Falls Church FestivalFairfax County wakes up to some tough headlines — a physical therapist at Inova’s Merrifield campus has been charged with assault, and a West Falls Church man faces strangulation charges after a woman’s death. But there’s lighter news too: Smash Mouth will headline Reston’s first Rocktoberfest, Falls Church is throwing its big Fall Festival and Run for Schools, and neighbors rally after a fire at Krop’s Crops in Great Falls. Plus, your weather check, a little neighborly wisdom, and today’s dad joke.Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when new episodes d

2025-09-1203 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Having Difficult Conversations - Ep. 20We all have times where we must engage in a difficult conversation.Today we will share tips for ways to come to a shared understanding andhow you might plan for a successful conversation consideringperspective, language, and bias.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills...

2025-09-1108 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators PLC Series: Key Takeaways - Ep. 19Our team is hosting a 3 day PLC series for schools in FCPS this Fall. Inpreparation, we will talk about the concept of Professional LearningCommunities and some key takeaways for teacher leaders to consider.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on...

2025-09-0410 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Resisting Advice Giving - Ep. 18Join us as we dive into the powerful reasons why not giving advice can be your secret leadership superpower. We will share alternatives like cultivating curiosity and asking dynamic questions that encourage growth in others to build their capacity.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anyti...

2025-08-2808 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Leading with Inquiry - Ep. 17On today’s episode, we explore the importance of curiosity for teacher leaders. Learn how to balance inquiry and advocacy by asking insightful questions before presenting your own ideas. Discover practical phrases to encourage deeper sharing and invite different perspectives from your colleagues. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere!

2025-08-2108 min

The County Conversation Fairfax Connector: Student Bus Pass Program, 40th Anniversary and MoreThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Kala Berry, Head of Marketing for Fairfax Connector, about the Student Bus Pass Program for middle and high school students, the Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP), and Fairfax Connector’s 40th anniversary. Learn more about the Student Buss Pass Program online at fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/student-pass To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts. For more Fairfax County ne...

2025-08-2000 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Collective Support for New Teachers - Ep. 16The Great Beginnings Team is back and we are talking about how schools can create a culture of collective responsibility for supporting new teachers. The team provides tips for schools to put shelters in place to help new teachers thrive.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-an...

2025-08-1412 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Being a Marigold - Ep. 15We welcome our very first guests on this episode, the Educational Specialists from The Great Beginnings Team in the Office of Professional Learning. This team shares what it means to “be a marigold” and why it is important in helping a new teacher flourish during their first years of teaching.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s...

2025-08-0709 min

The County Conversation Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) ServicesThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Dana Johnson, behavioral health manager in the Youth and Family division of the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, about the CSB, as well as two specific CSB programs – the Youth Medication Assisted Treatment (YMAT) program and community-based site services. Find out more about the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board online at: fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board To listen to other county podcasts, vi...

2025-08-0600 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Overcoming a Team Hurdle: Navigating Mandated Change - Ep. 14Join us as we explore how teacher leaders can navigate mandated change within their school teams. We will discuss strategies for addressing resistance and fostering successful implementation of newinitiatives. Tune in for practical tips on providing clarity, posing questions, and modeling effective practices to support your team in facing change.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes!

2025-07-3107 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Moving Your Team Forward - Ep. 13In this episode, we share ways to move your team forward in Professional Learning Communities, providing insights on how teams can determine their current stage and what steps to take next.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! Watch or listen on Spotify https://open.spo...

2025-07-2406 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Stages of Team Development - Ep. 12Teams go through typical stages as they first come together to the time they are reaching their common goals. In this episode, we share these common stages of team development and how to identify where your team is.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere...

2025-07-1707 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Overcoming a Team Hurdle: Moving Beyond Surface Conversation - Ep. 11In today’s episode, we are talking through a common hurdle that team’s face and some strategies the team could implement to move forward so they can engage in deeper dialogue to support student achievement.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! Watch or listen on Spotify https://op...

2025-07-1008 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Leveling Up Your Team’s Effectiveness (Part 2) - Episode 10We’ve been sharing ways to identify how effective your team is and how to move towards higher levels of functioning. The ultimate goal of Collaborative Learning Teams is to impact learning so today, we will share ways to support your team in focusing on the impact you have on student learning.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effe...

2025-07-0307 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Leveling Up Your Team’s Effectiveness (Part 1) - Episode 9In this episode we are sharing ways to move your team forward in how your team functions as a collaborative learning team. Tune in for actionable tips you can take back to your team right away!Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! Watch or listen on Spotify https...

2025-06-2607 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Maximizing Team Effectiveness - Episode 8Join us as we begin to discuss how to maximize a team’s effectiveness. We will dive into how to identify two key components of collaboration: function and impact.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! Watch or listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wf4WVYkv8mGuqty0CFB0B?si=pP...

2025-06-1909 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Listening in Action - Episode 7You’ve practiced your listening skills and wondered what this looks like in action? Join us as we talk about what active listening looks like in a team setting and how you can support your team in becoming better listeners.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! Watch or listen on S...

2025-06-1209 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Becoming a Better Listener - Episode 6This episode explores common challenges when listening and our hosts share tips to help you engage in active listening more often.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.Get quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! Watch or listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Wf4WVYkv8mGuqty0CFB0B?si=pPBVehQwRICP_rq6bES5GQ Watch...

2025-06-0507 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators The Power of Active Listening - Episode 5Join us as we dive into the power of active listening skills and how it can build trust, foster a culture of collaboration, and lead to making better decisions.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! FCPS staff can also fin...

2025-05-2907 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Establishing Meaningful Collaboration on CLTs - Episode 4In this episode, our hosts share how Collaborative Learning Teams, or CLTs, can establish conditions for meaningful collaboration. Join us for ideas on processes that are quick and easy to put into place to ensure all team members are valued and heard.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on...

2025-05-2212 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators The Pitfalls of Lone Leadership - Episode 3Our hosts share ways to move from lone leadership to shared leadership. Tune in to connect with the challenges of being a lone leader and ways to create a culture of shared leadership as you work towards better collaboration.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytim...

2025-05-1511 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Leveraging Working Styles for Better Collaboration - Episode 2In this episode, our hosts share about their own working styles and how you might learn more about your own colleagues and how you work best together.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go-anytime, anywhere! FCPS staff can also find these re...

2025-05-0808 min

PD on the Go - Professional Development for Educators Building Strong Teams Starts with Community - Episode 1, 2025This episode explores the role of community building within teams and its impact on school culture. Join us to learn more about the importance of building community and ideas for how to leverage it within your team. Episode 1, April 2025Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fcps_pd/ New episodes every Thursday.PD on the Go provides quick, practical tips on communication, collaboration, and facilitation for educators, in just 10 minutes! • Improve your team’s effectiveness • Enhance your leadership skills • Learn on the go...

2025-03-2411 min

The County Conversation Fairfax County Public LibraryThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Eric Carzon, Director of the Fairfax County Public Library. Learn more about the library, including hours and branch locations, online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news and listen online to Fairfax County Government Radio (24/7). You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m...

2025-03-1900 min

The County Conversation Sustain Fairfax ChallengeThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with John Silcox, Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, about the new Sustain Fairfax program and Sustain Fairfax Challenge and how you can join in and help create a healthier, more sustainable Fairfax County. Learn more about Sustain Fairfax at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/sustain-fairfax, Get involved with the Sustain Fairfax Challenge: https://sustainchallenge.fairfaxcounty.gov/ For more Fairfax...

2025-03-0500 min

The County Conversation Charge Up Fairfax ProgramThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Julie Gurnee, program manager of the Charge Up Fairfax Program, about the program and what it means for Fairfax County residents. For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/news. You also may call 703-FAIRFAX, that’s 703-324-7329, weekdays between 8 am and 4:30 pm.

2024-10-1600 min

Charlas Comunitarias Cero Residuos en el condado de FairfaxEl condado de Fairfax tiene como misión cambiar la forma en la que gestionamos nuestros residuos. Para el 2040, queremos alcanzar nuestro objetivo de cero residuos, desviando el 90% de todos los residuos de los vertederos o la incineración. Para lograrlo, debemos implementar nuevas estrategias de eliminación de basura, y para ello ¡necesitamos su ayuda! El objetivo del condado de Fairfax es alcanzar Cero Residuos en 2040. Participe en nuestra encuesta https://engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/zerowastesurveyspanish La Encuesta de Cero Residuos se encuentra en la página web de Reciclaje y Basura del Condado de Fairfax en Reciclaje y Basura | Obras...

2024-09-0600 min

The County Conversation Fairfax County’s Operational Energy StrategyThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Kevin Smith, division manager for energy programs with the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, about the County’s Operational Energy Strategy, which is focused on reducing energy use to save money and lower carbon emissions that support a healthier environment. Learn more about the strategy at fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/operational-energy-strategy To listen to other county podcasts, visit fa...

2024-06-2600 min

The County Conversation The Status of Women in Fairfax CountyThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Chief Equity Officer Karla Bruce about “Gains, Gaps, and Goals: The Status of Women in Fairfax County” and the findings from this women and girls research that was commissioned by the Department of Family Services. Learn more: fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/gains-gaps-goals-status-women-and-girls-fairfax-county One Fairfax: fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/one-fairfax Fairfax County's Strategic Plan: fairfaxcounty.gov/strategicplan To listen to other county podcasts, visi...

2024-04-0300 min

Connect with County Leaders (Apr'24) Reasa Currier, Director, Fairfax County Department of Animal ShelteringOn this episode of the Connect with County Leaders Podcast, County Executive Bryan Hill talks with Reasa Currier, Director of the Fairfax County Department of Animal Sheltering. The "Connect with County Leaders" podcast with your host Bryan Hill, Fairfax County Executive, is a monthly opportunity to hear the county executive discuss opportunities, priorities, and issues with various leaders from around Fairfax County. “Connect with County Leaders” is a monthly opportunity to hear the county executive discuss opportunities, priorities, and issues with various leaders from around Fairfax County. To listen to other great Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts, and for...

2024-04-0100 min

Connect with County Leaders (Feb'24) Fairfax County Economic DevelopmentOn this edition of “Connect with County Leaders,” CEX Hill connects with Rebecca Moudry, Director of the Fairfax County Department of Economic Initiatives, and Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority. “Connect with County Leaders” is a monthly opportunity to hear the county executive discuss opportunities, priorities, and issues with various leaders from around Fairfax County. To listen to other great Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts, and for additional audio content, tune in to Fairfax County Government Radio at fairfaxcounty.gov/radio For more Fairfax County news and event information, visit NewsCenter online at fairf...

2024-02-0100 min

The County Conversation Resilient Fairfax PlanThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Allison Homer, senior community specialist with the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, about the county’s “Resilient Fairfax Plan” – what it is and why it’s important. Learn more about the Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County new...

2023-11-1500 min

The County Conversation Fairfax County Animal ShelterThe County Conversation is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from the Fairfax County Government discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of the conversation, host Jim Person talks with Reasa D. Currier, director of Fairfax County’s Department of Animal Sheltering, discussing the animal shelter, the issue of abandoned animals and how to adopt them, as well as the grand opening of a second animal shelter location in Lorton. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts For more Fairfax County news and events, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/ne...

2023-09-0600 min

FCPS المختصر المفيد عن Episode 39 | June 2023 | Keeping Active Over the Summer | حافظ على نشاط طفلك خلال الصيففي هذه الحلقة ، استمع إلى برامج FCPS والبرامج الصيفية لمقاطعة Fairfax المصممة لإبقاء طفلك منخرطًا في الأنشطة الاجتماعية والبدنية الممتعة. أيضًا سنتحدث عن فرص التعلم الصيفية. استخدم الروابط أدناه للحصول على معلومات أكثر تفصيلأ. ستكون هذه الحلقة الأخيرة لهذا العام الدراسي. كن أمنا و استمتع بأجازتك الصيفية. أبرمت FCPS شراكة مع Hazel Mental Health للمساعدة على ازالة العوائق التى تحول دون خدمات الصحة النفسية و العقلية عالية الجودة لجميع طلاب المدارس الثانوية بدون أى تكلفة على الأسر. جلسات العلاج مع Hazel Health هى أمنة و خصوصية و سرية. لو كان لديكم موضوع تودون أن نقدم لكم معلومات عنه يمكنكم مراسلتنا على Inafewwordsarabicfcps@fcps.edu In this episode, hear about FCPS and Fairfax County Summer Programs designed to keep your child engaged in fun social and physical activities. Also, the hosts talk about summer learning opportunities. Use the links below for more detailed information. This will be the final episode for this school year. Be safe and enjoy your summer vacation. Links: Summer Learning https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning FCPS Summer Pre-K-12 Intervention, Remediation, Credit Recovery and Credit Acceleration Opportunities https://www.fcps.edu/node/44979 Fairfax County Library Summer Fun https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/ Fairfax County Teen Centers https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/teen-centers Fairfax County Park Authority Rec-PAC (Pretty Awesome Children) https

2023-06-1113 min

FCPS에 관한 몇마디 Episode 39 | June 2023 | 에피소드 39: 여름 재미. 여름을 활기차게 보냅시다!이 에피소드에서 자녀가 재미있는 사교 및 신체 활동에 계속 참여할 수 있도록 설계된 FCPS 및 Fairfax 카운티 여름 프로그램에 대해 들어 보세요. 진행자는 다양한 여름 학습 기회에 대해 이야기합니다. 자세한 내용은 아래 링크를 사용하십시오. 안전하고 즐거운 여름방학 보내세요. In this episode, hear about FCPS and Fairfax County Summer Programs designed to keep your child engaged in fun social and physical activities. Also, the hosts talk about summer learning opportunities. Use the links below for more detailed information. Be safe and enjoy your summer vacation. • Summer Learning • FCPS Summer Pre-K-12 Intervention, Remediation, Credit Recovery and Credit Acceleration Opportunities • Fairfax County Library Summer Fun • Fairfax County Teen Centers • Fairfax County Park Authority Rec-PAC (Pretty Awesome Children) • FCPS Tutor.com Summer Access

2023-06-1117 min

En Pocas Palabras FCPS Episodio 39 | June 2023 | Diversión de verano. ¡Mantengámonos activos durante el verano! En este episodio, escuche acerca de FCPS y los programas de verano del condado de Fairfax diseñados para mantener a su hijo participando en actividades sociales y físicas divertidas. Además, los anfitriones hablan sobre las oportunidades de aprendizaje de verano. Use los enlaces a continuación para obtener información más detallada. Esté seguro y disfrute de sus vacaciones de verano. Podcast Infomercial, FCPS se ha asociado con Hazel Health para ayudar a eliminar las barreras a los servicios de atención de salud mental de calidad para todos los estud...

2023-06-1109 min

Connect with County Leaders (Apr'23) Changing the Economic Development Landscape of Fairfax CountyOn this inaugural episode, Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill speaks with Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (EDA). The podcast covers business developments in the county, updates on the EDA, the county's unemployment rate and number of employer companies, as well as updates on efforts to bring equity, diversity, and productivity to the region. The “Connect with County Leaders” podcast with your host Bryan Hill, Fairfax County Executive, is a monthly opportunity to hear the county executive discuss opportunities, priorities, and issues with various leaders from around Fairfax County. Learn more about the EDA: fair...

2023-04-0100 min

FCPS المختصر المفيد عن 16: Keep Your Child Active Over the Summer | حافظ على نشاط طفلك خلال الصيففي هذه الحلقة ، استمع إلى برامج FCPS والبرامج الصيفية لمقاطعة Fairfax المصممة لإبقاء طفلك منخرطًا في الأنشطة الاجتماعية والبدنية الممتعة. أيضًا سنتحدث عن فرص التعلم الصيفية. استخدم الروابط أدناه للحصول على معلومات أكثر تفصيلأ ستكون هذه الحلقة الأخيرة لهذا العام الدراسي. كن أمنا و استمتع بأجازتك الصيفية. لو كان لديكم موضوع تودون أن نقدم لكم معلومات عنه يمكنكم مراسلتنا على Inafewwordsarabicfcps@fcps.edu In this episode, hear about FCPS and Fairfax County Summer Programs designed to keep your child engaged in fun social and physical activities. Also, the hosts talk about summer learning opportunities. Use the links below for more detailed information. This will be the final episode for this school year. Be safe and enjoy your summer vacation. Links Summer Learning https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning FCPS Summer Pre-K-12 Intervention, Remediation, Credit Recovery and Credit Acceleration Opportunities https://www.fcps.edu/node/44979 Fairfax County Library Summer Reading Adventure https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/SRA-2022 Fairfax County Teen Centers https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/teen-centers Fairfax County Park Authority Rec-PAC (Pretty Awesome Children) ht

2022-06-1016 min

FCPS에 관한 몇마디 16: 여름동안 여러분의 자녀를 활동적으로 유지하기 | Keep Your Child Active Over the Summer이 에피소드에서 자녀가 재미있는 사교 및 신체 활동에 계속 참여할 수 있도록 설계된 FCPS 및 Fairfax 카운티 여름 프로그램에 대해 들어 보세요. 진행자는 다양한 여름 학습 기회에 대해 이야기합니다. 자세한 내용은 아래 링크를 사용하십시오. 이 에피소드가 이번 학년도의 마지막입니다. 안전하고 즐거운 여름방학 보내세요. In this episode, hear about FCPS and Fairfax County Summer Programs designed to keep your child engaged in fun social and physical activities. Also, the hosts talk about summer learning opportunities. Use the links below for more detailed information. This will be the final episode for this school year. Be safe and enjoy your summer vacation. Links: Summer Learning https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning FCPS Summer Pre-K-12 Intervention, Remediation, Credit Recovery and Credit Acceleration Opportunities https://www.fcps.edu/node/44979 Fairfax County Library Summer Reading Adventure https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/SRA-2022 Fairfax County Teen Centers https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/teen-centers Fairfax County Park Authority Rec-PAC (Pretty A...

2022-06-1012 min

En Pocas Palabras FCPS 16: Mantenga a Su Hijo Activo Durante el Verano | Keep Your Child Active Over the SummerEn este episodio, escuche acerca de FCPS y los programas de verano del condado de Fairfax diseñados para mantener a su hijo participando en actividades sociales y físicas divertidas. Además, los anfitriones hablan sobre las oportunidades de aprendizaje de verano. Use los enlaces a continuación para obtener información más detallada. Este será el episodio final de este año escolar. Esté seguro y disfrute de sus vacaciones de verano. Aprendizaje de verano Oportunidades de intervención, remediación, recuperación de crédito y aceleración de crédito de Pre-K-12 de verano de FCPS ...

2022-06-1010 min

En Pocas Palabras FCPS 2: Especialista del Dept de Salud de Fairfax habla sobre los protocolos de seguridad de COVIDEn este episodio, conozca a Kirsten Buchner, especialista en salud comunitaria del Departamento de Salud del condado de Fairfax. La Sra. Buchner responde preguntas sobre el uso de máscaras para los protocolos de seguridad COVID y las vacunas COVID. Para obtener más información, la línea telefónica COVID del Departamento de Salud de Fairfax es 703-324-7404. Para el grupo de WhatsApp del Buscador de vacunas de los CDC, envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra “hola” al 1-833-636-1122 en WhatsApp. Al final de nuestro podcast, le ofreceremos información sobre el...

2021-09-0619 min

FCPS에 관한 몇마디 2: 패어팩스 보건국 스페셜리스트의 Covid 안전 규약 설명 | Fairfax Health Department Specialist Talks about COVID Safety Protocols이 에피소드에서 패어팩스 보건국 커뮤니티 스페셜리스트, Kirsten Buchner를 만나 보세요. Ms. Buchner는 코빗 안전 규약에 따른 마스크 착용과 예방접종에 대해 설명합니다. 자세한 사항은 패어팩스 보건국COVID 전화번호 703-324-7404 로 문의 하세요. 팟캐스트 끝부분에서는 패어런 리소스 센타의 새로운 정보, 집중장애 아동과 청소년 그리고 심리 불안 아동과 청소년, 아동들에게 동기부여를 지원하기 위해 미리 준비된 패어런 리소스 센타 가방등의 정보를 드립니다. 여러분이 원하는 팟캐스트 주제가 있으시면 Inafewwordskoreanfcps@fcps.edu로 연락하시기 바랍니다. Description & Hyperlinks: In this episode, meet Kirsten Buchner, Community Health Specialist at Fairfax County Health Department. Ms. Buchner answers questions about wearing masks for COVID safety protocols and COVID vaccinations. For more information, Fairfax Health Department COVID phone line is 703-324-7404. At the end of our podcast, we’ll offer you information on FCPS Parent Resource Center’s newest resource, the PRC Packs which are pre-packaged tote bags with books for adults and children on important topics like Supporting Children and Teens with Attention Deficit Disorder, Anxiety, and Motivation. If you have a topic that you’d like to hear more about, just send us an email at Inafewwordskoreanfcps@fcps.edu. Fairfax County Health Department COVID Vaccine Page: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/novel-coronavirus/vaccine/ Parent Resource Center: https://www.fcps.edu/resources/family-engagement/parent-resource-center

2021-09-0615 min

FCPS المختصر المفيد عن 2: Fairfax Health Department Specialist Talks about COVID Safety Protocols | COVID أختصاصية صحة المجتمع فى إدارة الصحة فى مقاطعة فيرفاكس تحدثنا عن بروتوكولات السلامة الخاصة بالأختصاصية صحة المجتمع فى إدارة الصحة فى مقاطعة فيرفاكس. سوف تتكلم معنا عن Kirsten Buchner فى هذه الحلقة, سنتكلم مع لمزيد من المعلومات يمكنكم الإتصال بمكتب. COVID و لقاحات ال COVID أرتداء الأقنعة, بروتوكولات السلامة الخاصة بفيروس ال 703-324-7404الصحة فى مقاطعة فيرفاكس على الرقم و هى حقائب تحتوى على كتب للآباء و الأطفال و PRCكذلك سنشارك معكم معلومات عن أحدث ما يقدمه مركز موارد الآباء ال المعلمين عن مواضيع مختلفة مثل كيفية دعم الأطفال اللذين يعانون من زيادة الحركة و قلة التركيز أو من القلق أو كيفية تحفيز الأطفال .فى الدراسة inafewwordsarabicfcps@fcps.edu لو كان لديكم موضوع تودون أن نقدم لكم معلومات عنه يمكنكم مراسلتنا على In this episode, meet Kirsten Buchner, Community Health Specialist at Fairfax County Health Department. Ms. Buchner answers questions about wearing masks for COVID safety protocols and COVID vaccinations. For more information, Fairfax Health Department COVID phone line is 703-324-7404. At the end of our podcast, we’ll offer you information on FCPS Parent Resource Center’s newest resource, the PRC Packs which are pre-packaged tote bags with books for adults and children on important topics like Supporting Children and Teens with Attention Deficit Disorder, Anxiety, and Motivation. If you have a topic that you’d like to hear more about, just send us an email at inafewwordsarabicfcps@fcps.edu

2021-09-0618 min

FCPS المختصر المفيد عن 10: Summer Reading Adventure Program at Fairfax Public Libraries | البرامج الصيفية فى المكتبات العامة فى فبرفاكسللترحيب بطلابها مرة أخرى شخصيًا في الخريف ، نشجعك على إبقاء طفلك نشطًا خلال فصل FCPS بينما تستعد مدارس التابع للمكتبات العامة فى فيرفاكس. يوجد فى Summer Reading Adventure الصيف. استكشف وسجل في برنامج .المكتبات كتب رائعة و موارد عديدة. إستمتع بقرائتك الصيفية As FCPS prepares to welcome our students back in-person in the fall, we encourage you to keep your child active over the summer. Explore and register for the Fairfax Public Library’s Summer Reading Adventure Program. The libraries have wonderful books, numerous resources and free activities. Enjoy your summer reading. https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/YouthSummerReading https://www.fcps.edu/return-school/fall-2021-planning

2021-06-2804 min

FCPS에 관한 몇마디 10: 패어팩스 공공 도서관 여름 읽기 모험 프로그램 | Summer Reading Adventure Program at Fairfax Public LibrariesAs FCPS prepares to welcome our students back in-person in the fall, we encourage you to keep your child active over the summer. Explore and register for the Fairfax Public Library’s Summer Reading Adventure Program. The libraries have wonderful books, numerous resources, and free activities. Enjoy your summer reading. https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/YouthSummerReading https://www.fcps.edu/return-school/fall-2021-planning

2021-06-2801 min

En Pocas Palabras FCPS 13: Programa de aventuras de lectura de verano en las bibliotecas públicas de Fairfax | Summer Reading Adventure Program at Fairfax Public LibrariesMientras FCPS se prepara para dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes en persona en el otoño, lo alentamos a mantener activo a su hijo durante el verano. Explore e inscríbase en el Programa de aventuras de lectura de verano de la biblioteca pública de Fairfax. Las bibliotecas tienen libros maravillosos, numerosos recursos y actividades gratuitas. Disfruta tu lectura de verano. As FCPS prepares to welcome our students back in-person in the fall, we encourage you to keep your child active over the summer. Explore and register for the Fairfax Public Library’s Summer Reading Adven...

2021-06-2803 min

Charlas Comunitarias Conoce los servicios del Departamento de Comunicaciones de Seguridad Pública del Condado de Fairfax (2021-04-21)Conozca a nuestros telecomunicadores del Departamento de Comunicaciones de Seguridad Pública del Condado de Fairfax, mejor conocidos como el centro de 9-1-1. Y ayúdenos a celebrarlos durante esta semana dedicada a sus esfuerzos en nuestra comunidad. Maria Cruz Chavez, Telecomunicadora del Departamento de Comunicaciones de Seguridad Pública del Condado de Fairfax y Grelia Steele, Gerente de Comunicaciones y Acceso a Idiomas de la oficina de Asuntos Públicos del Condado de Fairfax nos informan los servicios y el proceso de informar emergencias en el Condado de Fairfax.

2021-04-2100 min

En Pocas Palabras FCPS 6: Programas de Primera Infancia: Servicios e Información general | Early Childhood Programs: Services and InformationEn este podcast, el personal de Servicios para la Familia de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) comparte información sobre los programas de Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) y Early Head Start (EHS). Los programas Pre-K y EHS de FCPS ofrecen programas de educación temprana para familias que cumplen con los requisitos de ingresos y viven en el condado de Fairfax. Claudia Coles, especialista en servicios familiares, y Stella Noda, asistente de servicios familiares, comparten los beneficios del programa, cómo solicitarlo y sus experiencias trabajando con niños y sus familias. Para obtener más información, visi...

2021-03-1721 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast National Adoption Awareness Month, Made in Fairfax Directory, Flu, Fairfax RISE Grants and MoreNational Adoption Awareness Month, Made in Fairfax Directory, Flu, Fairfax RISE Grants and More

2020-11-1800 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast Fairfax Virtual Assistant, foster care, Fairfax County LibraryFairfax Virtual Assistant, foster care, Fairfax County Library and more on the News to Use Podcast.

2019-12-0400 min

Fairfax County Health and Safety Podcast Fairfax County Health and Safety PodcastHurricane, Charity Fraud, Fairfax County Consumer Affairs Branch, Coping with Disaster, Rabies, Fairfax County Health Department, Fairfax County Police.

2017-09-2700 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast Fairfax County News to Use Podcast for August 2, 20171799 Fairfax Courthouse, Fairfax County Park Authority, Fairfax County Solid Waste Management Program, Digital Counties Survey, National Association of Counties, Carryover Funds, Fairfax County Executive Edward L. Long.

2017-08-0200 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast Fairfax County News to Use Podcast for June 21, 2017George Mason University’s Center for Regional Analysis, Affordable Housing, Fairfax County Park Authority, Nature and History Parks of Fairfax County, Fairfax County Community Services Board.

2017-06-2100 min

Meet the Author Fairfax County Public Schools Educators Who WriteMeet Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) educators who walk the talk—writing for critical acclaim as well as fun.These teacher-authors share tips for teaching literacy and writing. Alexis Rivera, a first grade teacher at Fairfax Villa Elementary School, and Lisa Zargarpur, a music teacher at Fort Hunt Elementary School, will talk about their book "The Teachers Want a Snow Day!" A reviewer wrote, "It's a hit with the kids and they giggle to see it from the teacher's perspective!" Brian Herberger, FCPS test analysis specialist, is the author of the new young adult novel "Miss E." According to one re...

2017-03-0629 min

Meet the Author Sharon DraperSharon Draper, educator, and award-winning author, makes a return visit to the Fairfax Network. Her newest book "Stella by Starlight" received the National Council of Teachers of English 2016 Charlotte Huck Award. Selected as one of New York Times 2015 Notable Children’s Books, “Stella by Starligh”t was recognized for presenting a unique look at the power of family in the Jim Crow South and during the Great Depression. Winner of the 2015 recipient of the American Library Association Margaret A. Edwards Award, Sharon Draper discusses "Stella by Starlight", talks with students about what inspires her stories, the writing process, and what a writ...

2017-01-1029 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast Fairfax County News to Use Podcast for January 4, 2017Green Spring Gardens, Lake Fairfax Park, Fairfax County Park Authority, Guide to Winter Weather In Fairfax County, Hypothermia Prevention Program, Fairfax County Public Library.

2017-01-0400 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast Fairfax County News to Use Podcast for August 3, 2016National Immunization Awareness Month, Fairfax County Health Department, Fairfax County Parking Enforcement, Fairfax County Human Rights Commission, Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office, Safety Seat Saturday.

2016-08-0300 min

Fairfax County NewsCenter Podcast Fairfax County News to Use Podcast for March 2, 2016Fairfax Connector, Fairfax County Park Authority, Lake Accotink, Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office, Safety Seat Saturday, Virginia Department of Transportation, Transform 66 Inside the Beltway Project.

2016-03-0200 min