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You Belong: A Summer Message for Our Trans Students
4PE offers a heartfelt Summer Message to all Trans Students: You Belong. Hoping that transgender students find support and connection for during the summer break.

Holly Hazard
Jun 121 min read


Misleading Claims about FCPS Don’t Add Up: A Critical Examination
Uncover the truth when we debunk the Daily Signal about FCPS. This post clarifies misleading claims about FCPS's accomplishments and highlights FCPS's financial transparency. Learn how Project 2025 publishers want to mislead you about your school districts!

Vanessa Hall
May 217 min read


Virginia School Privatizers are Fibbing with Figures
Data Busting Project 2025's Daily Signal When 4 Public Education began, we knew that one major effort would be dispelling disinformation, but we had no idea how much disinformation would be churned by those whose interests were aligned with school privatization and/or who were intent on undermining the reputation of one of the best school districts in the nation, Fairfax County. But here we are. The latest of thousands of disinformation pieces about Fairfax County is one by S

Marianne Burke (PhD) and Vanessa Hall
Mar 185 min read


When Candidates Attack Their Constituents
Explore how a coordinated GOP candidate and MAGA media attack against an innocent volunteer led to viral fame and threats. Learn more about the process and impact of MAGA's planned attacks on "Grantifa".

Vanessa Hall
Jan 277 min read


With Amicus Briefs like These, Who Serves Virginians?
AG Miyares intervenes on behalf of a significant number of America First Legal cases. It begs the question: is Miyares working for Virginians or Project 2025?

Vanessa Hall
Oct 17, 202512 min read


Are Candidates’ Views on Transgender Policies Unduly Influencing the Virginia Election?
Discover the impact of local transgender policies on Virginia's political landscape in the 2025 elections. Which Virginia candidates prioritize local school board polices over the economy and issues that affect all Virginians.

Marianne Burke, PhD
Oct 3, 20257 min read


Underfunding the Future of Education in Fairfax
FCPS was forced to make tough choices because neither the Governor nor the Fairfax Board of Supervisors considered our schools important enough to bridge the $121 million FCPS budget shortfall.

Vanessa Hall
Jun 3, 20255 min read


Raise Your Voice about the Fairfax County Budget
Sign up to speak about the Fairfax County budget. Learn the key issues and join public hearings to impact Fairfax County budget decisions today!

Vanessa Hall
Apr 18, 20255 min read


We are Here! Trans Day of Visibility
Join Fairfax County and City in their celebrations of the Trans Day of Visibility!

Vanessa Hall
Mar 31, 20254 min read


Dear Fairfax Times: This Mom is Not Your Punching Bag
Volunteering for a committee shouldn't make you a target for far right radicals. Yet, the Fairfax Times took aim at me.

Vanessa Hall
Mar 21, 20256 min read


Contact Fairfax County Supervisors TODAY to Save After School Programs!
Learn how to protect our free after school programs for middle schoolers!

Vanessa Hall
Mar 11, 20252 min read


URGENT! Don’t let them Cancel Extracurriculars!
Contact your Fairfax County Supervisor and the Chairman now! Did you know that the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (BoS) has proposed to eliminate funding for the Middle School After-School Program (ASP) and summer programs next year? This program costs barely $4 million from the BoS but serves 23,000 students (and their families) across the 26 middle schools in Fairfax County. If you live or work in Fairfax County, contact them now to urge against this. If this plan go

Vanessa Hall
Mar 7, 20253 min read


Fairfax Committee Volunteers are Under Attack
Discover how you can support Fairfax FLE committee volunteers who are under attack for defending inclusive, age-appropriate sex education.

Vanessa Hall
Mar 7, 20253 min read


Support LGBTQIA Students and Their Peers by Protecting Sex Education
Join the FLE Committee on February 12th from 7-9pm at Gatehouse It is a year with a number in it, so you can be sure that Fairfax Public School (FCPS) volunteers on committees are hard at work. Few committees are as attacked as the Family Life Education (FLE) committee which provides suggestions to modify the sex education curriculum in FCPS to ensure that it is scientifically accurate, age-appropriate, accessible, and relevant for kids in the 21st Century. This year, the FLE

Vanessa Hall
Feb 3, 20252 min read


What You Need to Know about Family Life Education Curriculum
Sex Education in Virginia's K-12 Public Schools The Family Life Education (FLE) curriculum in Virginia is an abstinence-based curriculum...

Vanessa Hall
Jan 26, 20252 min read


What You Need to Know About the: Capital Improvement Program
Although not the sexiest sounding program, the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is one of the most critical analyses in Fairfax County when it comes to schools. Annually, the CIP reviews current student membership and facilities data in order to identify future capacity needs and capital requirements (e.g., renovation, new building, etc.). Thus the CIP drives resource allocation among schools and communities across Fairfax County. However, the total flow of capital resources

Vanessa Hall
Jan 10, 20253 min read


When Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric Seeps into Public School Discussions
Combatting Disinformation is Harder than Sharing It There is so much disinformation floating around these days that it is hard to do much...

Vanessa Hall
Oct 17, 202412 min read


Virginia Schools Join the Banned Cell-Phone Bandwagon
Experts have warned about the deleterious mental health and educational impact of cell phones on students, and school districts across...

Vanessa Hall
Sep 5, 20243 min read


Unite against LGBTQ+ Hate
The Financial and Emotional Costs of anti-LGBTQ+ Rhetoric In the first two weeks of Pride month, I have been struck by increased hate, fear, and anger against the LGBTQ+ community, specifically against our schools. As a mom and active school volunteer, I find this concerning because I know how harmful it is to students, educators, and families. Not only are these wild accusations and misinformation scary, but they also make parents and guardians feel threatened for the safety

Vanessa Hall
Jun 15, 20244 min read


It's June! Show your Pride by Going to Local Events
June is only two days away, so you might want to pull out the rainbow gear (and some sunscreen!) to attend local pride events, most of...

Vanessa Hall
May 29, 20241 min read
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Fake Scandals Create Real Legal Costs for Fairfax County Taxpayers
Explore the impact of on school systems due to fake scandals that create real legal costs for taxpayers. Discover how the legal costs associated with the manufactured abortion scandal has likely exceeded $6 million in one year!


Independence 250: Embracing Our Diversity for a United Future
Independence Day marks a milestone in American history, but it also represents something deeply personal for each individual. As the nation celebrated its 250th anniversary this weekend, it was clear that independence means more than just a date on the calendar. Whether people attended local celebrations or those on the National Mall, Independence Day means the freedom to express, to celebrate, and to honor this day in ways that reflect our unique values and traditions.


Compromise Achieved: How the Proposed Budget Will Impact Public Education
Explore how the budget compromise will impact public education in Virginia. Discover key changes and their positive effects on K-12 funding today.
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