In A Few Words FCPS

Ep. 54 | June 2026 | Keeping Kids Engaged All Summer!

In this episode, hosts talk about Five Strategies to keep your children engaged and beat the summer slide. They discuss about: 1. What does “Summer Slide” mean? 2. Academics and Experiences 3. Keeping it Light, Keep it Moving 4. Leveraging Community Resources 5. Encouragement for Families This podcast is to help families understand and prevent the “summer slide,” a common learning loss that can occur during school breaks. Through expert tips,  and engaging activities, we aim to keep children motivated, curious, and connected to learning all summer  long. Listeners will leave each episode with practical strategies to support their child’s academic growth while still enjoying a fun and balanced summer. Links: Family Resource Center’s Summer Guide [https://www.fcps.edu/digital-resources-guide] Summer Camp Registration [https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/camp-fairfax] School Aged Child Care [https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/sacc] Neighborhood and Community Services [https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/news/2025/camp-registration-0304a] Summer Learning at FCPS [https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning] Summer Learning Resources [https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning]

Ep. 53 | May 2026 | You’re Not Alone: Unlocking Free Academic, Mental Health, and Family Support in FCPS

Today’s episode is for every parent, caregiver, and student who has ever thought: “I just need a little more support.” Links:  Family Resource Center [https://www.fcps.edu/frc] Varsity Tutors [https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/tutoring-options/online-tutoring-service] Tutor List [https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/tutoring-options/tutor-list] Hazel Mental Health [https://www.fcps.edu/teletherapy] Language Phone lines [https://www.fcps.edu/search?keywords=phone+lines] Family Academy [https://www.fcps.edu/family-academy] Webinars on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@FCPSFamilyResourceCenter/playlists] Summer Camp Guide [https://www.fcps.edu/adapted-sports-and-summer-camps-guides]

Ep. 52 | April 2026 | Keeping Up the Momentum for the Rest of the School Year

Finish the year strong and start to think about Summer. Summer Camp Guide [https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/pdf/AccessibleApprovedSummer%20Camps%202026.pdf]

Ep. 50 | February 2026 | Big Transitions, Confident Steps: Supporting Students from Elementary to Middle School and Middle to High School

In this episode, hosts talk about tips for preparing your child for transitioning from elementary school to middle school and middle school to high school. Links:  Curriculum Nights: https://www.fcps.edu/standard-school-year-calendar/middle-school-curriculum-nights Trust Policy: https://www.fcps.edu/trustpolicy [https://www.fcps.edu/trustpolicy] Food Resources: https://foodforothers.org/ [https://foodforothers.org/] https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/food-council/sites/food-council/files/assets/documents/pdf/fairfax-food-resources.pdf

Episode 49 | December 2025 | The holiday season is here! Reducing stress and keeping the kids entertained

In this episode, hosts talk about holiday stress, managing time during Winter Break, and keeping children active and engaged in a balanced, meaningful way.