Hollin Meadows Elementary School was recently awarded the Judges Award for creating an application for smart phones of a tour of the school garden. Hollin Meadows participated in the 2013 NOVA outside, an environmental action showcase event that focused on what schools are exploring and participating in outdoor learning. Schools from Fairfax County, Arlington, and Alexandria City showcased their entries at the event which was held at George Mason University. Hollin Meadows participants included Jason Pittman, science teacher; Jennifer Finnegan, outdoor education teacher and students Patrick McKaig, Adam Neulight and Kiki McDonnell.