American Legion Post to Host Benefit for Veterans
American Legion Post 180, 330 Center Street, N., Vienna, will host the 4th annual Mardi Gras party Benefit for American Veterans on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 8 p.m. Music by DJ Richard Cunningham (Dr. Jazz). $25 at the door, jambalaya and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Prize for best Costume. Costume is optional. Open to the public. 703-938-9535
FCPS Award Nominations Sought
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Support Employee, Outstanding Hourly Employee, and Outstanding Leader awards. The nomination deadline is Feb. 3.
Administrators, colleagues, parents, and community members are encouraged to support outstanding employees who deserve to be acknowledged for the impact of their work.
All award nominees will be celebrated at the annual FCPS Honors gala held at the George Mason University Center for the Arts at the end of the school year. Winners receive a financial award and their school receives a celebration for the entire staff to recognize the role of collaborative teamwork in achieving excellence.
Nominations are also being accepted for the Outstanding First-Year Principal Award. This award recognizes a distinguished first-year principal who demonstrates extraordinary leadership qualities and exceptional administrative abilities. The nomination deadline is Feb. 17.
Find the award criteria and the online nomination forms at www.fcps.edu/hr/awards.
Questions, send an e-mail to EmployeeAwards@fcps.edu.