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Key projects and timing: Phillips outlined that work already funded in FY26 will move into action in FY27 and beyond. The elementary school renovations tied to the voter‑approved bond will ramp up in FY27 and reach substantial spending in FY29–30, he said. The high school roof replacement is planned in phases beginning in FY28 and continuing into FY32. A turf replacement for the Fairfax High School stadium field is anticipated in the next few years; Phillips said turf testing and annual safety checks continue and that the school division is reviewing turf and grass alternatives.

Facilities and operating changes: Phillips said the city budget team will move ongoing maintenance items (carpet/tile, concrete repairs, painting, paving, roof warranties) into the operating budget going forward; the school division presented those items in the CIP for continuity at this meeting. He also described a stadium concession‑area restroom modification project intended to improve visitor‑side access and provide ADA upgrades.

Parks and Recreation turf responsibility: Board members asked about the transfer of turf replacement responsibility from Parks and Recreation to the schools. Phillips said the transfer is a budgetary reallocation rather than a new request; historically Parks and Recreation funded turf replacement when field use was majority Parks & Rec, and now high‑school activities dominate. He said existing maintenance funds remain available and the departments expect to coordinate on costs and operations.

Budget context and questions: Board members raised inflation and cost escalation concerns and sought clarification on how bond funds and contingency were reflected. Phillips said cost escalation was considered during bond planning and noted remaining funds from prior appropriations will continue to be available for unexpected needs. Commissioners and staff discussed phasing on the roof replacement (warranty expirations and scheduled phases) and whether HVAC would be added; Phillips said the CIP is a draft and staff will return with more detail.

Ending: Phillips said a second public hearing on the CIP will be held Nov. 3 and the board may take action later in the fall. No formal CIP vote was taken Oct. 6; the public hearing at the meeting drew no speakers.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Regular School Board Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Acting Superintendent Michael Phillips presented a draft five‑year capital improvement plan covering FY27–31, outlining major projects including elementary school renovations funded by a bond, phased high‑school roof replacement, a turf/turf‑alternatives study for the softball field and restroom/concession upgrades at the stadium.","taxTitle","Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Virginia","taxId",59088,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6429191,"Search consultant outlines required qualities, timeline for Fairfax City schools' next superintendent",400,230000,630000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5898996-5808e47cf8e643d84f5eb0732117f048&start=230&end=630","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5898996-5808e47cf8e643d84f5eb0732117f048/thumbnail_230000.jpg","/articles/6429191/Fairfax-City/Fairfax-County/Virginia/Search-consultant-outlines-required-qualities-timeline-for-Fairfax-City-schools-next-superintendent","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6429191-a823f852dff2340f18c51a33ba4cbd9c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771162735&Signature=YqXODVTASC5Q5LvgB0wanxEIC34fw2eAc0xQq5KB2BMD8Om9RNRKb7CEWao2z-l4CbNfa2YbZKaXyI~lez2h35O2Kh3pNJ2QDP47o4Hx2IC7IAUVgDqSCQfIq0g678gP3Tl1SXYwgsV6JiQHFhmm5UkFLfKSdp8vf7O5FklPYKagtKPJrhfcdVmsGE~Z4Nbv2RkWjvIMq7KseTR00lt63CkvAPGXJHsHH8qyyYfeKqnX6jRRPdWrtnhdg6aP6OhUCzPUuU6jA8xHxIUx8oHHkWWfw9jdkojDaE-7WOnHHrg9~iuqGnWoeAj-NoyZ2IjemGBJ7CV4TrXpN4lNiXvpSA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dr. Phyllis Bijardo, the consultant leading the superintendent search process, told the City of Fairfax School Board on Oct. 6 that nearly 100 stakeholders participated in surveys, interviews and forums to shape a candidate profile. She said stakeholders prioritized honesty, integrity, transparency and fairness; fiscal responsibility and budget experience; experience managing complex change; a focus on student achievement; facilities and safety expertise; attention to student mental and emotional well-being; and attention to staff retention.

The profile and next steps: Bijardo said the board has completed the activities it approved for August and September and is now in the October phase of interviews. “Over the next several weeks, you will be engaged in your interviews of candidates, then finalists,” she said. She told the board a superintendent announcement could come in November if the process proceeds on schedule.

Why it matters: Board members emphasized that the new superintendent will inherit budget development, bond-funded renovations and ongoing work with Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) on staffing and principal selection. Board members asked for clarification about the role the new superintendent will have in retaining city school staff and in working with FCPS on principal placements.

Discussion highlights: Bijardo said fiscal responsibility and budget management were top stakeholder priorities because the new superintendent will enter a season of budget development and ongoing renovation costs, even after a bond passed to fund school improvements. She also said facilities and safety were prominent concerns “given the fact that you have some aging facilities that the community has already passed a bond to renovate.”

Board members pressed for detail on staff retention. Acting Superintendent Michael Phillips (identified in the meeting as Mr. Phillips) noted the superintendent will influence principal selection and that leadership changes affect teacher and staff retention. Bijardo said stakeholder comments about staff retention applied to both city school staff and the district employees who work in the city’s four schools.

Next steps and public access: Bijardo said the presentation will be posted on the district website and that the board’s interviews of candidates and finalists are imminent. She cautioned she would not announce the hire until the board does.

Ending: The board did not take a hiring vote at the Oct. 6 meeting; Bijardo’s update was informational and set expectations for upcoming interviews and a possible announcement in November.","Dr. Phyllis Bijardo presented results of stakeholder input and a candidate profile for the City of Fairfax superintendent search, and said board interviews of candidates and finalists will follow in October with a possible announcement in November.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6429189,"Fairfax Academy reports stable enrollment, new dual‑enrollment courses and growing game‑design program",1489,2105000,3594000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5898996-5808e47cf8e643d84f5eb0732117f048&start=2105&end=3594","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5898996-5808e47cf8e643d84f5eb0732117f048/thumbnail_2105000.jpg","/articles/6429189/Fairfax-City/Fairfax-County/Virginia/Fairfax-Academy-reports-stable-enrollment-new-dualenrollment-courses-and-growing-gamedesign-program","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6429189-0369baa3ccb151833a7c0d615ce1764a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771162735&Signature=el5BDpkhDV0CwZ~SRBSqVCkN0FP2Bzg-LT6lZdabshgTRtPjFB8~ET8x~LtgALUoxXV8gqP7kfCvtPMlc9hE5ew22tEHKh52PbnS5NFeCs8xUzvB4HtVfXIujOjJgHU6SDSKoVrtqpiFH8CUN8xIiCuer2X7qpXd~-Art9Aq8aqvOVOLV9OCkMYBeIwwDXPEb8MDNTA~puuo-gwqUFZH~DvqpAEf7~ws7LzoHE2E8zyw-z2osNAMfjR2C~BzFAO3PV7YMkgD6lEXMwCONOYyvzmmERQGjqh8hvHLerUU6vrGOSOZpCSJADrm9vw1uHon8Q7pyJEA4zaOWXs21ZzVOw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Andrea Cook, Amy Hard and Suzette Murphy updated the City of Fairfax School Board on Oct. 6 about Fairfax Academy programs, partnerships and student opportunities for the upcoming year. The presenters described enrollment, new dual‑enrollment offerings, industry partnerships and efforts to expand career‑focused programming.

Enrollment and programs: The Academy reported enrollment holding at just over 1,400 students and continued wait lists for popular classes. Cook said capacity limits keep total enrollment roughly flat from the prior two years. Murphy, the game‑design teacher, said the program is now in its fourth year and that students build “a fully playable game from start to finish,” including coding, artwork and sound design; she also offers Unity certification for students.

Dual enrollment and partnerships: The Academy has a Marymount University dual‑enrollment section for fashion careers level 1 and is working to expand dual enrollment in other areas. Amy Hard, career experience specialist, said the board’s funding for an expanded Expo will bring more industry professionals to campus throughout November, increasing opportunities for workshops, master classes and portfolio development with partners including Trilogy Sound Studios, Signature Theatre, Arena Stage and George Mason University.

Career pathways, trades and graduation alignment: Academy staff said they are exploring trades programming in response to student and regional workforce demand, but cited three primary obstacles: money, space and finding qualified instructors. Board members and academy staff discussed how the Academy’s classes can support the state’s increasing focus on enrollment, employment and enlistment as graduation pathways.

AI, credentialing and access: Murphy and Hard described classroom discussions about responsible AI use—students may use AI for idea generation but are expected to understand and integrate that work themselves—and plans to expand credentialing opportunities that give students industry‑recognized skills when they graduate.

Community outreach and events: The Academy will hold an arts‑focused “Artsplosion” and monthlong Expo in November and invited board members to attend student performances and showcases. Staff said about 40% of Academy enrollment is Fairfax High School students and an estimated 20–25% are city residents, though staff said more specific demographic breakdowns can be provided.

Ending: The Academy requested continued board support for partnerships and for exploring trade programs; no board action was taken Oct. 6.","Directors from Fairfax Academy updated the board on programs and partnerships, reporting steady enrollment (~1,400), new dual‑enrollment options with Marymount University, expanded arts and industry partnerships for November's Expo, and the game‑design program that builds fully playable student games and offers Unity certification.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6429188,"Board approves minutes and assistant superintendent full‑time resolution; agenda adopted unanimously",525,4308000,4833000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5898996-5808e47cf8e643d84f5eb0732117f048&start=4308&end=4833","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5898996-5808e47cf8e643d84f5eb0732117f048/thumbnail_4308000.jpg","/articles/6429188/Fairfax-City/Fairfax-County/Virginia/Board-approves-minutes-and-assistant-superintendent-fulltime-resolution-agenda-adopted-unanimously","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6429188-0ade0efc30bab65c52d65646e11663cf/orig.mp4?Expires=1771162735&Signature=CMlPQ0yf2bauaFmyPHAsr-gKPhSD9WgiWKbS6fopEJOhodcrw7T6LcakxIItwW8xZvGL20NBAMP98BOlOzqwMCrMnbr2flTtqNg7IrUp0CZM3BrL68BXxe3AAUN8E0z9daqFuXlj343TNH-Adz0r0jMMby0-BKPUMJsd7OMUjpsjbe6m5QL6oP7tMVgAwPmM7BuY7Nr68h0KQUzV8ABhRoH4dCya1Ru23-uTbwvIR~Oe~M6Ce4uO~ypVwoi5CONEntgc~fBkwG5Oz7IQw2imEZ2NXo65Wb5nwOZpqvX3HGnU4qzxIqVzLEpWU~zU5dlz1SQGWQ7HUzxGGBF0n2Uniw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Fairfax School Board took three formal actions Oct. 6: adopting the meeting agenda, approving the Sept. 15 regular meeting minutes, and approving a resolution to make the assistant superintendent position a full‑time appointment and subject to compulsory Virginia Retirement System (VRS) membership. All measures were approved unanimously.

Adopt agenda: Miss Kelsey moved that the City of Fairfax School Board adopt the agenda as written; Miss Bartlemy seconded. The chair called for the ayes and the motion passed unanimously.

Approve minutes: Miss Kelsey moved that the board approve the minutes of the Sept. 15, 2025 regular meeting “as printed and distributed;” Miss Hickman seconded. With no amendments, the board voted aye and approved the minutes unanimously.

Assistant superintendent full‑time employment resolution: Miss Hickman read the resolution aloud. The resolution stated that the board “has changed the position criteria for assistant superintendent to a full time position effective the first day of July 20 25” and enumerated obligations under the Code of Virginia (sections cited in the reading) including compulsory membership in the Virginia Retirement System for any person hired into the full‑time position and the board’s duty to report hires to VRS immediately. Miss Sessory moved to approve the resolution; Miss Bartlemy seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Votes and tally: Each motion passed with unanimous voice votes; no roll‑call vote tallies were recorded in the transcript. The board recorded no members opposed to any of the three actions.

Public hearing and other procedural notes: The board opened a public hearing on the proposed five‑year capital improvement plan as part of the CIP presentation; no members of the public spoke during the hearing. No further votes on the CIP occurred Oct. 6.","At its Oct. 6 meeting the City of Fairfax School Board adopted the agenda, approved minutes from Sept. 15, 2025 and approved a resolution to make the assistant superintendent position full time and subject to Virginia Retirement System membership. All motions passed unanimously.","actionData","errors"]

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