Education
Fairfax County Public Schools is honored to participate in the Purple Star Designation Program and is committed to every school and center earning their Purple Star.
The Purple Star designation is awarded to military-friendly schools that have demonstrated their commitment to meeting the needs of military-connected students and their families. These schools provide support to our military families in different ways. FCPS currently has 145 participating schools.
Fairfax County Public School Student Ambassadors provide new students with critical information about their new school community, a platform to make connections and an opportunity to gain a sense of belonging.
School Student Ambassadors assists military-connected students, civilian students and all highly mobile and transitioning students in connecting with their new community and peers. The program is available throughout the year and serves to help new students whenever they enroll.
George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College offer assistance programs and resources for military spouses and their dependents.
Search for schools participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which can help pay for higher out-of-state, private school, or graduate school tuition that the Post-9/11 GI Bill doesn’t cover.
Employment Opportunities for Spouses
Explore employment resources and programs for military spouses.
- Fairfax County Job Opportunities
- One-Stop Employment Resource Center Services
- Virginia Career Works provides individualized career counseling and job training for local veterans and their spouses.
- SpouseWorks is a career partner for military spouses.
Resources
Find housing opportunities including affordable homeownership and renting resources.
Early Childhood Programs and Services supports the care, education and development of children from birth through elementary school.
Child Care Aware of America provides a military/DoD child care fee assistance program.
Community Resource List
Find community resources including emergency services, food and financial assistance, domestic violence resources, healthcare and more.
Community Centers
Fairfax County Community Centers offer a safe, structured environment for individuals of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to learn, play and engage with the community around them. Programs provided at each location are as diverse as the needs and interests of the communities they serve.
Community Interfaith Coordination
Community Interfaith Coordination fosters interfaith communication and builds active partnerships between faith communities and county government to leverage community resources, share vital county information, and gather local feedback to better serve our residents.
Fairfax County offers various recreational opportunities through our Park Authority including classes, events, athletic fields, Rec Centers, trail maps and therapeutic recreation.
Athletic Services is responsible for ensuring the efficient and equitable use of 852 athletic fields (including 92 synthetic turf fields) and 250 gymnasiums at Fairfax County parks and public schools.
Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center is located in Fort Belvoir but also has a family clinic in Fairfax.
Local Military Installations
Find resources, upcoming events, news and important links on local military installation websites.