The Morning Announcements - April 15, 2026 Wear purple for military kids today 💜 Plus 7th graders survive adulting at Finance Park, lacrosse stays unbeaten, and soccer wins four straight.

Wear purple today for our military-connected kids 💜 Plus 7th graders tackled real-life budgeting at Finance Park (spoiler: it's hard), boys lacrosse improved to 7-0, and boys soccer rattled off four straight wins. Today's Morning Announcements:
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The Morning Announcements - April 14, 2026 7th graders meet a 400-year-old Peace Tree, the Golden Pencil is up for grabs Saturday, and Legacy Grove bricks are open for orders.

7th graders explored a 400-year-old Peace Tree and bonsai "living sculptures" at the National Arboretum this week. The HTG Games return Saturday, April 18 — Tigers defending the Golden Pencil against the Hippos and Giraffes. Read it all in today's Morning Announcements.
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The Morning Announcements - April 13, 2026 Mustangs lax is 6-0, Track sends three to Regionals, IB Art opens Wednesday, and we honor 127 military-connected kids. Wear purple.

Mustangs boys lacrosse is 6-0 after rallying past Broad Run 9-6. Girls lax split Saturday's doubleheader. Track and Field posted 32 point-placing finishes. IB Art Show opens Wednesday. And Wednesday is Purple Up day for our 127 military-connected students. Today's issue:
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The Morning Announcements - April 9, 2026 Reading buddies, an undefeated tennis squad, and a 26-1 baseball rout on the new turf. Today's stories are worth a few minutes of your morning.

8th graders read with 5th grade buddies at Oak Street—IB caring in action. Meridian Boys Tennis stays undefeated with a 7-2 win over Kettle Run. Baseball tamed Manassas Park 26-1 on the new turf. Today's Morning Announcements:
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The Morning Announcements - April 8, 2026 Kindergartners are measuring shoes in paper clips, APs are getting their flowers, and Summer Academy just opened its doors.

Paper clips as rulers? Kindergartners are measuring everything in sight as they explore nonstandard units. We're also celebrating Assistant Principal Appreciation Week and opening MHS Summer Academy registration. Today's Morning Announcements 👇
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The Morning Announcements - April 7, 2026 Every FCCPS school took the stage at the Pyramid Concert. Plus: registration opens April 13 and scholarships close April 8.

Voices from every FCCPS school filled Meridian Gym at the Pyramid Concert finale. Also in today's Morning Announcements: 2025-26 registration opens April 13 — log into PowerSchool now to get ready — and 5 Meridian scholarships close April 8.
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The Morning Announcements - April 6, 2026 New field, 10-0 shutout, undefeated tennis, and an OT lacrosse thriller — it's a big week for Meridian athletics.

New field. First pitch. 10-0 shutout.
Meridian baseball opened its renovated diamond in style — and that's just one story.
Girls tennis is undefeated, boys lax won in OT, and there's more in today's Morning Announcements.
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The Morning Announcements - March 26, 2026 Meridian's MYP Personal Project Showcase, IB learner traits in Henderson's band room, and a cell phone policy update.

A novel. A music box. Nail art. Meridian sophomores presented months of passion-driven work at the MYP Personal Project Showcase. Plus: IB in action in Henderson's band room, and a cell phone policy update. All in today's Morning Announcements.
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The Morning Announcements - March 25, 2026 TOK exhibitions, planet-inspired music, and three wins across lacrosse and soccer — all in today's issue.

TOK exhibitions, planet-inspired compositions, and three big wins on the field — today's Morning Announcements has it all.
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The Morning Announcements - March 24, 2026 A new school record, a semifinal robotics run, and Blue Ribbon status for performing arts — all in one week.

Record-breaking speed. A robot that wouldn't quit. Blue Ribbon vocals. Today's Morning Announcements covers a huge week for Meridian and Mustangs athletics, robotics, and performing arts.
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The Morning Announcements - March 23, 2026 Mount Daniel students take the stage with hip-hop artists, Mustangs baseball dominates, and a new way to help feed students.

Mount Daniel students hit the stage with hip-hop artists. Mustangs baseball threw a complete-game shutout. And a new Red Bag program needs your help feeding students.
All in today's Morning Announcements:
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The Morning Announcements - March 20, 2026 Both Meridian bands earn top ratings, Girls' Lacrosse opens with 29 combined goals, and 5th graders prep for spring 🎵🥍

🏆 Both Meridian bands just earned Superior ratings at the VBODA District Assessment! 🥍 Girls' Lacrosse opened with dominant 12–2 and 17–0 wins — 10 players scored. 🎶 Plus: 5th Grade Band preps Jurassic Park for spring concert.
Read today's Morning Announcements 👉
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The Morning Announcements - March 19, 2026 Kindergartners stood where Dr. King spoke, new bikes are rolling at MD, and the FCEF Gala goes full Oscar glam.

Kindergartners just stood where Dr. King gave his "I Have a Dream" speech. New bikes are rolling at Mount Daniel. And the FCEF Gala wants your best Oscar-worthy look. It's all in today's Morning Announcements.
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The Morning Announcements - March 18, 2026 Henderson Symphonic Band earns straight Superior ratings at VBODA District Assessment. Plus: MHS Job Fair and Mount Daniel math.

Henderson Symphonic Band earns straight Superior ratings. MHS students meet local employers at a job fair. And Mount Daniel breaks down its math program. All in today's Morning Announcements. ☕📰
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The Morning Announcements - March 17, 2026 Oak Street 5th graders turn passion into action at PYP Exhibition + Winter Sports Banquet honors Mustang athletes 🏅

Oak Street 5th graders turned their passions into action at the PYP Exhibition. Meridian honored winter athletes at Sunday's banquet. And tonight: football parent meeting at 7 PM. Start your Tuesday with Morning Announcements 📰
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The Morning Announcements - March 12, 2026 OSE students explore sports medicine at Meridian. 200+ pack meals for hurricane survivors. Tonight: PYP Exhibition, 5-6pm at OSE.

OSE students explored sports medicine at Meridian's facilities for their PYP project. Board adopted the FY27 budget. Tonight: PYP Exhibition Showcase at OSE, 5-6pm. Dr. Becky at MHS at 7pm. Today's Morning Announcements:
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The Morning Announcements - March 11, 2026 Dr. Becky visits Thursday — first 250 registrants get her new book free. Plus student art and a teacher snack bracket.

Dr. Becky Kennedy visits Falls Church virtually on Thursday — register now and the first 250 families get her new book free. Also: 🎨 Meridian's Art Show + a teacher snack tournament. It's all in today's Morning Announcements.
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The Morning Announcements - March 9, 2026 Saluting Vicki Galliher + 2nd graders writing their own songs + Red Ribbon Week in red. Today's MA has it all.

What does it take to keep 600 student-athletes healthy and safe? Ask Vicki Galliher. Today's Morning Announcements salutes her — plus ukulele-playing 2nd graders and Red Ribbon Week. 🎵❤️
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The Morning Announcements - March 6, 2026 Margot Pennypacker entered the 3A State meet seeded 11th. She left as State Runner-Up. Emery Pintauro: Top Freshman in Virginia. William Anderson: 6-second PR. All three at States for the first time. ...

Margot Pennypacker entered the 3A State meet seeded 11th. She left as State Runner-Up. Emery Pintauro: Top Freshman in Virginia. William Anderson: 6-second PR. All three at States for the first time. Today's Morning Announcements has the full story.
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The Morning Announcements - March 3, 2026 Falls Church placed in every problem at the regional Odyssey of the Mind — and one Oak Street team is state-bound! 🧠 Plus, Meridian Boys Basketball plays tonight and Red Ribbon Week is in full swing. ...

Falls Church placed in every problem at the regional Odyssey of the Mind — and one Oak Street team is state-bound! 🧠 Plus, Meridian Boys Basketball plays tonight and Red Ribbon Week is in full swing. It's all in today's Morning Announcements. 📰
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The Morning Announcements - March 2, 2026 The U.S. Navy Band had Mt. Daniel buzzing. Our social workers deserve every bit of this week's spotlight. And Dr. Becky Kennedy is coming on March 12 — register now! Today's Morning Announcements is w...

The U.S. Navy Band had Mt. Daniel buzzing. Our social workers deserve every bit of this week's spotlight. And Dr. Becky Kennedy is coming on March 12 — register now! Today's Morning Announcements is worth every click. 🎶
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The Morning Announcements - February 27, 2026 Kindness lessons from 2nd graders. Four new National Merit Finalists. Mustangs heading to States. Big day in the FCCPS Morning Announcements — check it out!

2nd graders teach kindness, four new National Merit Finalists, and the Mustangs are headed to States. 🏀https://mailchi.mp/fccps/ma25_1211-4828454

The Morning Announcements - February 26, 2026 Togas, a dictator who won't step down, playoff basketball tonight, and STEAM Night — it's a packed Tuesday in Falls Church.

Togas, political scheming, and a dictator who won't step down — World History class just got very Roman. 🏛️ Plus basketball playoffs TONIGHT and STEAM Night at OSE. Today's Morning Announcements has it all. 👇
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The Morning Announcements - February 25, 2026 🏊 Champions, 🤼 podium finishes, and 🏅 Olympic spirit — FCCPS had quite a week. Catch all the highlights in today's Morning Announcements!

🏊 Champions, 🤼 podium finishes, and 🏅 Olympic spirit — FCCPS had quite a week. Catch all the highlights in today's Morning Announcements!
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The Morning Announcements - February 24, 2026 Playoff doubleheader TONIGHT at Meridian + 22 FCCPS singers wow at District X Honor Choir. Don't miss today's issue.

Two Mustang teams. One night. Playoff basketball TONIGHT at Meridian—girls at 6, boys at 7:30. Read today's Morning Announcements for the full story. 🏀
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Schools Closed Monday, February 23
Due to worsening storm conditions, Falls Church City Public Schools offices and schools will be closed on Monday, February 23.
All school activities and programs are cancelled.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility.
Dr. Terry J. Dade, Superintendent

The Morning Announcements - February 20, 2026 Championship wins, playoff night, and a sold-out musical in the making — it's a BIG day for Mustangs! 🏀🎭 Region 3B Quarter-Finals TONIGHT. No passes. Buy tickets now. Girls 6pm | Boys 7:30pm. All the ...

Championship wins, playoff night, and a sold-out musical in the making — it's a BIG day for Mustangs! 🏀🎭 Region 3B Quarter-Finals TONIGHT. No passes. Buy tickets now. Girls 6pm | Boys 7:30pm. All the details in today's Morning Announcements. #FCCPSMustangs
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The Morning Announcements - February 19, 2026 Frozen Jr. opens tonight, Mustangs chase a district title, and a Meridian senior earns National Merit Finalist honors.

Three big reasons to be an FCCPS fan tonight: Frozen Jr. opens at 7 PM 🎭, Mustangs play for the JV District Championship 🏀, and Aiden Harper is a National Merit Finalist 🌟. It's all in today's Morning Announcements!
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The Morning Announcements - February 18, 2026 State titles on the line, playoff seeds, a buzzer-beater & Frozen Jr. on stage — it's a big week at FCCPS. Don't miss today's Morning Announcements.

🏀 A buzzer-tying three-pointer.
🏊‍♂️ A state diving title on the line TODAY.
🔬 Science Olympiad bound for UVA.
🎭 Frozen Jr. hitting the stage THIS WEEK.
Big things are happening at FCCPS.
Read today's Morning Announcements! ⬇️https://mailchi.mp/fccps/ma25_1211-4828419

The Morning Announcements - February 17, 2026 State qualifiers, kindness gardens in bloom, and a K-9 who deserves all the love. Today's best FCCPS stories inside.

Gymnasts. Wrestlers. Kindness gardens.
Today's Morning Announcements is packed with FCCPS pride. Read it now! 🌸🏅
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