George Mason University, the largest public research university in Virginia, has a strong tradition of conducting research of consequenc ...
Did you know that George Mason University is Virginia's largest public university? Its most diverse? Its No. 1 producer of computer tech ...
As part of President Gregory Washington's establishment of the Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence (ARIE) Task Force in July 2020, stud ...
Every four years, the world's best athletes pack their bags, board a plane, and embark on the journey of a lifetime to the Olympic Games ...
Hannah Lee, a rising college freshman, has worked for menstrual equity and wants to use that passion to become a OBGYN.
High school student Comfort Ohajunwa is making extraordinary strides in mathematical and computing research, thanks in part to her stron ...
The unanimous U.S. Supreme Court's June ruling limiting the NCAA's ability to restrict education-related benefits to athletes won't have ...
See how college aid applications changed for Burke area high schools.
A friend and former classmate of Abrar Omeish at Robinson Secondary School defends the school board member's character.
Fairfax County Public Schools will continue to provide free meals over summer 2021 through distribution sites and bus routes.
College-sponsored awards went to students who plan to complete an undergraduate program at the awarding college or university.
Kings Glen Elementary students researched African American stories that have been overlooked in Virginia and submitted their nominations.
Winners of the National Merit Scholarship included 66 students from Virginia.
Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Burke Patch.
The Thomas Jefferson High School student is one of the winners of corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships.
The Fairfax County School Board will discuss the matter as a forum topic in June.
A student reviews the April 10 episode of "Ramble" by Robinson Secondary School.
A resident offers an opinion on Fairfax County Public Schools reopening as the CDC sets 3 feet of physical distancing as new guidance.
The percentage of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Fairfax County.
A student reviews Robinson Secondary School's series based on "Hamilton" character Peggy Schuyler.
A student reviews the Friday, Feb. 26 performance, available for viewing online.
WSHS students are excited to be back and are ready to do their part to Stop the Spread. See the great examples shown by our students.
During the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month by affirming black and African American accomplishments.
Thank you to all of our Spartan Band members who auditioned for All-District Band. I commend you all for taking the opportunity.
Under the superintendent's timeline, groups of students would return on dates in February and March.
The school district has different possible approaches to snow days. A winter storm is expected to impact the region Wednesday.
Fairfax County Public Schools said the percent positivity threshold for group 3 has been exceeded for seven straight days.
The lawsuit comes after the school board decided to eliminate the admissions test and will consider additional actions.
For the third year, the Virginia Department of Education has designated Purple Star Schools that meet the needs of military families.
Your donation will help area students who struggle with hunger.
Local Partnerships Make Continued Food Service to Schools Possible
Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2021.
The coronavirus sent millions of Americans into an economic tailspin that's being felt at the dinner table.
The county has limited space available for its in-person programs for kindergarten through sixth grade.
Local students were chosen from the finalist group, or less than 1 percent of U.S. seniors.
A Robinson Secondary School student is among 68 Virginia recipients in the second announcement of scholarships for 2020.
We hope this will give the Burke and West Springfield communities a way to share their pride in our Class of 2020 high school graduates.
Schools will send instructional packets in preparation for distance learning after the spring break week.
The governor's order closes K-12 schools for the rest of the 2019-2020 academic year.