February Observances - Learn More
**Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.
Spanish:
El Mes de la Historia Afroamericana
El Mes de la Historia Afroamericana es una celebración anual de los logros de los Afroamericanos y un tiempo para reconocer su papel central en la historia de los Estados Unidos. Aprenda más sobre los meses de herencia, celebraciones, y tradiciones celebradas en FCPS. Aprenda más sobre el mes de la Historia Afroamericana.
Korean:
흑인 역사의 달
흑인 역사의 달은 매년 아프리카계 미국인의 업적을 축하하고 미국 역사속에서 이들의 업적과 역사를 기념하는 달입니다. FCPS에서 기념하는 유산의달, 기념행사, 전통에 대해 자세히 알아보세요. 흑인 역사의 달에 대해 자세히 알아보기.
**Career and Technical Education Month
February Is Career and Technical Education Month
By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school including Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing, Technology and Engineering Education, and Trade and Industrial Education. Since this is an elective, course offerings may vary by school. Learn more on the CTE website.
CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!
Spanish:
Febrero es el Mes de la Educación Profesional y Técnica
Al inscribirse en un curso o programa de Educación Profesional y Técnica “Career and Technical Education” (CTE), los estudiantes aprenden las aplicaciones técnicas de muchas ocupaciones mientras se preparan para la educación superior o para un empleo de nivel inicial. En todas las escuelas intermedias y secundarias se ofrece un programa básico de cursos de CTE que incluye Negocios y Tecnología de la Información, Familia y Ciencias del Consumidor, Salud y Ciencias Médicas, Comercialización, Tecnología y Educación en Ingeniería, Comercio y Educación Industrial. Siendo una asignatura optativa, la oferta de cursos puede variar según la escuela. Obtenga más información en el sitio web de CTE.
CTE también ofrece programas de verano para que los estudiantes exploren sus programas. ¡Inscríbete ahora!
Korean: 2월은 직업 및 기술 교육의 달
진로 및 기술 교육(CTE) 과정 또는 프로그램에 등록하면 학생들은 고등 교육 또는 사회 초년생 취업을 준비하고 다양한 직업의 기술적 응용을 배울 수 있습니다. 비즈니스 및 정보 기술, 가족 및 소비자 과학, 보건 및 의료 과학, 마케팅, 기술 및 공학 교육, 무역 및 산업 교육 등 모든 중고등학교에서 CTE 과정의 핵심 프로그램이 제공됩니다. 선택 과목이므로 제공되는 과목은 학교마다 다를 수 있습니다. 자세한 내용은 CTE 웹사이트에서 확인하세요.
CTE는 학생들이 프로그램을 탐색할 수 있는 여름 프로그램도 제공합니다. 지금 등록하세요!
**Career and Technical Education Month
**VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
- VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
Thank you to the Fairfax County School Board for all they do throughout the year: hiring and evaluating the superintendent; reviewing and approving the FCPS budget, calendar, policies, and more! Want to contact your school board representatives to share your appreciation? Visit their website to find your school board member and contact them. - Spanish:
Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar de VSBA
Gracias a la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax por todo lo que hacen a lo largo del año: contratar y evaluar a la superintendente; revisar y aprobar el presupuesto de FCPS, el calendario, las políticas, ¡y mucho más! ¿Quiere contactar a sus representantes de la junta escolar para compartir su aprecio? Visite su sitio web para encontrar a su miembro de la junta escolar y ponerse en contacto con ellos. - Korean:
VSBA 교육위원회 감사의 달 - 교육감 채용과 평가, FCPS의 예산, 일정, 정책을 검토하고 승인하는 등 일 년 내내 교육위원회의 모든 활동에 감사드립니다! 교육위원회 위원에게 감사의 인사를 전하고 싶으신가요? 교육위원회 웹사이트를 방문하여 해당 교육위원을 찾아 연락하세요.
February 3-7 - National School Counseling Week
- February 3-7 is National School Counseling Week, and highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve academic success and planning for a career.
School counselors work with students in a variety of different capacities, whether it is through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling. Learn more about the role of school counselors in FCPS. - Spanish:
Del 3 al 7 de febrero es la Semana Nacional del Consejero Escolar, y pone de relieve el tremendo impacto que los consejeros escolares tienen en ayudar a los estudiantes a lograr el éxito académico y la planificación de una carrera.
Los consejeros escolares trabajan con los estudiantes en una variedad de capacidades diferentes, ya sea a través de lecciones en el aula, sesiones de grupo, o asesoramiento individual. Aprenda más sobre el papel de los consejeros escolares en FCPS.
February 10 - *Lunar New Year (Falls on a weekend this year)
February 12 - 100th Day of School
February 12 - Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
- Crossing Guard Appreciation Day (CGAD) is a statewide event devoted to saying thank you to those who help students cross the street safely on their way to and from school. Learn more from VDOT.
February 14 - Valentine's Day
February 17 - Presidents Day (Holiday)
- All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Presidents Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.
- Spanish:
Día de los Presidentes (Feriado)
Todas las escuelas y oficinas permanecerán cerradas el Lunes, 17 de Febrero por el feriado del Día de los Presidentes. Vea el calendario completo del año escolar. - Korean:
대통령의 날 (공휴일)
상기 사항 2월 19일 월요일은 대통령의 날로 모든 학교와 사무실이 휴무입니다. 전체 학년도 일정을 확인하세요.
February 22 - Bus Driver Appreciation Day
February 24 - February 28- Public Schools Week
- Public Schools Week is an annual celebration that brings together school leaders, educators, parents & community leaders to recognize the importance of our nation’s public schools.
- Spanish:
La Semana de las Escuelas Públicas
La Semana de las Escuelas Públicas es una celebración anual que reúne a dirigentes escolares, educadores, padres y líderes comunitarios para reconocer la importancia de las escuelas públicas de nuestro país.| - Korean:
공립학교 주간
공립학교 주간은 학교 지도자, 교육자, 학부모 및 지역사회 지도자들이 한자리에 모여 미국 공립학교의 중요성을 인식하는 연례 행사입니다.
February 28 - Ramadan begins at sundown
- Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28. This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school. See the complete school year calendar.
- Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.
- Spanish:
Ramadán
Este año, el primer día completo del Ramadán es el lunes 11 de marzo. El Ramadán es el mes más sagrado del año en la religión islámica. Durante este mes, los Musulmanes se abstienen de comer y beber desde el amanecer hasta el atardecer todos los días mientras se esfuerzan por aumentar su espiritualidad, a través de oraciones, caridad y buenas acciones. Lea más sobre el Ramadán en National Geographic Kids.
El 11 de Marzo es el Día O. El calendario escolar reconoce muchas observaciones religiosas y culturales (días O) durante el año escolar. Hay escuela en estos días, sin embargo, la Junta Escolar ha pedido que los exámenes, pruebas, excursiones, graduación, "homecoming", o eventos atléticos programados por FCPS no se llevarán a cabo en estos días de observancia. Vea el calendario completo del año escolar.
A lo largo del año, cuando celebramos y reconocemos diversas festividades y observancias culturales, se anima a las familias a ponerse en contacto con el director de su estudiante con respecto a las adaptaciones, incluyendo pero no limitado a los relacionados con el almuerzo, la oración / meditación y espacios y tiempos de reflexión en silencio, y la instrucción.
- Korean:
라마단
라마단은 2월 28일 금요일 일몰과 함께 시작됩니다. 이 날은 저녁에만 지키는 날입니다. 이 날에는 학교를 다니지만 방과 후 보충할 수 없는 특정 활동은 할 수 없습니다. 전체 학사 일정을 확인하세요.
일 년 내내 다양한 문화 공휴일과 기념일을 축하하고 기념하는 만큼, 점심 식사, 기도/명상 및 침묵 묵상 공간과 시간, 교육에 관한 사항을 포함하되 이에 국한되지 않는 편의 사항에 대해 가족은 학생의 교장에게 문의하시기 바랍니다.
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**Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.
Spanish:
El Mes de la Historia Afroamericana
El Mes de la Historia Afroamericana es una celebración anual de los logros de los Afroamericanos y un tiempo para reconocer su papel central en la historia de los Estados Unidos. Aprenda más sobre los meses de herencia, celebraciones, y tradiciones celebradas en FCPS. Aprenda más sobre el mes de la Historia Afroamericana.
Korean:
흑인 역사의 달
흑인 역사의 달은 매년 아프리카계 미국인의 업적을 축하하고 미국 역사속에서 이들의 업적과 역사를 기념하는 달입니다. FCPS에서 기념하는 유산의달, 기념행사, 전통에 대해 자세히 알아보세요. 흑인 역사의 달에 대해 자세히 알아보기.
**Career and Technical Education Month
February Is Career and Technical Education Month
By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school including Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing, Technology and Engineering Education, and Trade and Industrial Education. Since this is an elective, course offerings may vary by school. Learn more on the CTE website.
CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!
Spanish:
Febrero es el Mes de la Educación Profesional y Técnica
Al inscribirse en un curso o programa de Educación Profesional y Técnica “Career and Technical Education” (CTE), los estudiantes aprenden las aplicaciones técnicas de muchas ocupaciones mientras se preparan para la educación superior o para un empleo de nivel inicial. En todas las escuelas intermedias y secundarias se ofrece un programa básico de cursos de CTE que incluye Negocios y Tecnología de la Información, Familia y Ciencias del Consumidor, Salud y Ciencias Médicas, Comercialización, Tecnología y Educación en Ingeniería, Comercio y Educación Industrial. Siendo una asignatura optativa, la oferta de cursos puede variar según la escuela. Obtenga más información en el sitio web de CTE.
CTE también ofrece programas de verano para que los estudiantes exploren sus programas. ¡Inscríbete ahora!
Korean: 2월은 직업 및 기술 교육의 달
진로 및 기술 교육(CTE) 과정 또는 프로그램에 등록하면 학생들은 고등 교육 또는 사회 초년생 취업을 준비하고 다양한 직업의 기술적 응용을 배울 수 있습니다. 비즈니스 및 정보 기술, 가족 및 소비자 과학, 보건 및 의료 과학, 마케팅, 기술 및 공학 교육, 무역 및 산업 교육 등 모든 중고등학교에서 CTE 과정의 핵심 프로그램이 제공됩니다. 선택 과목이므로 제공되는 과목은 학교마다 다를 수 있습니다. 자세한 내용은 CTE 웹사이트에서 확인하세요.
CTE는 학생들이 프로그램을 탐색할 수 있는 여름 프로그램도 제공합니다. 지금 등록하세요!
**Career and Technical Education Month
**VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
- VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
Thank you to the Fairfax County School Board for all they do throughout the year: hiring and evaluating the superintendent; reviewing and approving the FCPS budget, calendar, policies, and more! Want to contact your school board representatives to share your appreciation? Visit their website to find your school board member and contact them. - Spanish:
Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar de VSBA
Gracias a la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax por todo lo que hacen a lo largo del año: contratar y evaluar a la superintendente; revisar y aprobar el presupuesto de FCPS, el calendario, las políticas, ¡y mucho más! ¿Quiere contactar a sus representantes de la junta escolar para compartir su aprecio? Visite su sitio web para encontrar a su miembro de la junta escolar y ponerse en contacto con ellos. - Korean:
VSBA 교육위원회 감사의 달 - 교육감 채용과 평가, FCPS의 예산, 일정, 정책을 검토하고 승인하는 등 일 년 내내 교육위원회의 모든 활동에 감사드립니다! 교육위원회 위원에게 감사의 인사를 전하고 싶으신가요? 교육위원회 웹사이트를 방문하여 해당 교육위원을 찾아 연락하세요.
February 3-7 - National School Counseling Week
- February 3-7 is National School Counseling Week, and highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve academic success and planning for a career.
School counselors work with students in a variety of different capacities, whether it is through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling. Learn more about the role of school counselors in FCPS. - Spanish:
Del 3 al 7 de febrero es la Semana Nacional del Consejero Escolar, y pone de relieve el tremendo impacto que los consejeros escolares tienen en ayudar a los estudiantes a lograr el éxito académico y la planificación de una carrera.
Los consejeros escolares trabajan con los estudiantes en una variedad de capacidades diferentes, ya sea a través de lecciones en el aula, sesiones de grupo, o asesoramiento individual. Aprenda más sobre el papel de los consejeros escolares en FCPS.
February 10 - *Lunar New Year (Falls on a weekend this year)
February 12 - 100th Day of School
February 12 - Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
- Crossing Guard Appreciation Day (CGAD) is a statewide event devoted to saying thank you to those who help students cross the street safely on their way to and from school. Learn more from VDOT.
February 14 - Valentine's Day
February 17 - Presidents Day (Holiday)
- All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Presidents Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.
- Spanish:
Día de los Presidentes (Feriado)
Todas las escuelas y oficinas permanecerán cerradas el Lunes, 17 de Febrero por el feriado del Día de los Presidentes. Vea el calendario completo del año escolar. - Korean:
대통령의 날 (공휴일)
상기 사항 2월 19일 월요일은 대통령의 날로 모든 학교와 사무실이 휴무입니다. 전체 학년도 일정을 확인하세요.
February 22 - Bus Driver Appreciation Day
February 24 - February 28- Public Schools Week
- Public Schools Week is an annual celebration that brings together school leaders, educators, parents & community leaders to recognize the importance of our nation’s public schools.
- Spanish:
La Semana de las Escuelas Públicas
La Semana de las Escuelas Públicas es una celebración anual que reúne a dirigentes escolares, educadores, padres y líderes comunitarios para reconocer la importancia de las escuelas públicas de nuestro país.| - Korean:
공립학교 주간
공립학교 주간은 학교 지도자, 교육자, 학부모 및 지역사회 지도자들이 한자리에 모여 미국 공립학교의 중요성을 인식하는 연례 행사입니다.
February 28 - Ramadan begins at sundown
- Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28. This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school. See the complete school year calendar.
- Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.
- Spanish:
Ramadán
Este año, el primer día completo del Ramadán es el lunes 11 de marzo. El Ramadán es el mes más sagrado del año en la religión islámica. Durante este mes, los Musulmanes se abstienen de comer y beber desde el amanecer hasta el atardecer todos los días mientras se esfuerzan por aumentar su espiritualidad, a través de oraciones, caridad y buenas acciones. Lea más sobre el Ramadán en National Geographic Kids.
El 11 de Marzo es el Día O. El calendario escolar reconoce muchas observaciones religiosas y culturales (días O) durante el año escolar. Hay escuela en estos días, sin embargo, la Junta Escolar ha pedido que los exámenes, pruebas, excursiones, graduación, "homecoming", o eventos atléticos programados por FCPS no se llevarán a cabo en estos días de observancia. Vea el calendario completo del año escolar.
A lo largo del año, cuando celebramos y reconocemos diversas festividades y observancias culturales, se anima a las familias a ponerse en contacto con el director de su estudiante con respecto a las adaptaciones, incluyendo pero no limitado a los relacionados con el almuerzo, la oración / meditación y espacios y tiempos de reflexión en silencio, y la instrucción.
- Korean:
라마단
라마단은 2월 28일 금요일 일몰과 함께 시작됩니다. 이 날은 저녁에만 지키는 날입니다. 이 날에는 학교를 다니지만 방과 후 보충할 수 없는 특정 활동은 할 수 없습니다. 전체 학사 일정을 확인하세요.
일 년 내내 다양한 문화 공휴일과 기념일을 축하하고 기념하는 만큼, 점심 식사, 기도/명상 및 침묵 묵상 공간과 시간, 교육에 관한 사항을 포함하되 이에 국한되지 않는 편의 사항에 대해 가족은 학생의 교장에게 문의하시기 바랍니다.