Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School - An International Baccalaureate World School

Over the 2025-26 Winter Break, Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School will be open from 9:00 a.m. - noon on Monday, December 22, 2025; Tuesday, December 23, 2025; Monday, December 29,...

As we move into the winter months and through flu season, we are seeing increases in respiratory and gastrointestinal (GI) illnesses in our region. In alignment with guidance from...

Some families in Falls Church are struggling financially. The effects of the Federal government shutdown during the month of October are affecting all of us in different ways, and...

Falls Church City Public Schools has once again demonstrated exceptional academic performance, leading the Commonwealth of Virginia in overall Standards of Learning (SOL) pass rat...

Beloved tradition helps ease transition to middle school while building excitement for new academic year On Thursday, Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School buzzed with excitement ...

This week marked an exciting milestone for Falls Church City Public Schools as we welcomed a dynamic group of new teachers and staff members to our educational community. Over thr...

Falls Church City Public Schools has been named one of only six school districts nationwide to receive the prestigious 2025 Gold Ribbon School District in Service-Learning award f...

The Falls Church City School Board has unanimously appointed Terry J. Dade as the next Superintendent of Falls Church City Public Schools. The official vote took place at a specia...

FCCPS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Employee Awards. Video announcement of all honorees. Falls Church Education Foundation Teacher of the Year And Washington ...

Two Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) educators recently showcased their groundbreaking STEM sustainability program at a prestigious international conference. Dr. Ray Wu-Ro...

Because it's been a week - and because some of us need more time to write letters of support, the deadline has been extended to next Tuesday, January 21, 2025 - after the long we...

All five schools earned recognition as Virginia Purple Star Schools for supporting military families. In our schools are many military families who are assigned to the DC area an...

Lunchtime at Falls Church City Public Schools has always been more than just a break in the day. It's a vital opportunity for students to refuel, recharge, and connect with friend...

Parents have a new place to find information on the FCCPS website this school year. It is called Parent Hub. The goal is to make sure that it has "Everything Parents Need to Know...

Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School Staff look forward to welcoming students for the 2024-25 school year. Monday, August 12 Bus routes and bus stops will be posted on FCCPS tra...

This week, Falls Church City Public Schools warmly opened its doors to an enthusiastic group of new teachers and staff members. They engaged in an extensive Onboarding and Orienta...

Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) is immensely proud to announce the selection of three of its pioneering educational programs for inclusion in the Virginia School Boards ...

During Winter Break the offices at Meridian High School and Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School will be open December 18-21, 27, 28, 29 from 9:00 a.m. to noon Offices will be clos...

Do you know an FCCPS employee who goes above and beyond to serve students, colleagues, and the community? It's time to recognize the people who make FCCPS a special place. Nominat...

Superintendent Peter Noonan announced today that Dr. David Jeck will assume the role of Interim Head of Secondary Schools for Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) starting...