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Photo by Ethan McLeod/The Connection www.ConnectionNewspapers.comMarch 5-11, 2014 online atGreat www.connectionnewspapers.com Falls Connection ❖ March 5-11, 2014 ❖ 1 2 ❖ Great Falls Connection ❖ March 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Great Falls Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected] Bulova: ‘This Will Be a Challenging Budget’ Fairfax County average homeowner will see tax bill increase $330 under County Executive’s proposed $7 billion budget.

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airfax County Executive Edward Long, Jr. unveiled a $7 billion budget proposal Tues- Fday that reflects his “cautious and delibera- tive approach to budgeting,” a result, Long said, of continuing uncertainty over federal spend- ing and sluggish commercial tax revenues. While Long’s budget does not include an increase in the real estate tax rate from FY 2014, steady gains Photo Contributed in the county’s residential housing market mean the Photo courtesy of Fairfax County To show support for Fairfax County schools and teachers, average homeowner will see a $330 increase in their , chairman of the Board of the Alliance for Fairfax Public Schools held a “Fund Our tax bill, or a 6.5 percent increase over last year’s bill. Supervisors and Ed Long, county execu- Schools” rally at the Fairfax County Government Center “The one area that is experiencing an upward tick tive, answer questions during a news before Long’s budget announcement. is the assessed value of residential property in the briefing held after the proposed budget county,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon presentation. Bulova (D-At- Large), which will lead to the increase Average Homeowner’s Taxes, 2008-2015 in homeowner’s property taxes even if the tax rate dents, and civic organizations including the Fairfax ❖ FISCAL YEAR 2008 ❖ FISCAL YEAR 2012 remains steady, as proposed by Long. Education Association, Fairfax County Council of Assessed Value of Residential Property - Assessed Value of Residential Property - Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) said “there’s PTAs, and Fairfax County Federation of Teachers. $542,409 $445,533 a lot of work to be done” before the final budget is “Our schools are bursting at the seams, talented Real Estate Tax Rate Per $100 - $0.89 Real Estate Tax Per $100 - $1.07 Tax Per Household- $4,827.44 Tax Per Household - $4,767.20 approved in April, and the county needs to “elimi- teachers are leaving, and already large class sizes ❖ ❖ nate barriers to the growth of our commercial tax could get even bigger. The supervisors must make FISCAL YEAR 2009 FISCAL YEAR 2013 base.” our schools the priority,” the FCCPTA said in an online Assessed Value of Residential Property - Assessed Value of Residential Property - $525,132 $449,964 “While spending increased by 3 percent, the cost petition addressed to the Board of Supervisors. Real Estate Tax Rate Per $100 - $0.92 Real Estate Tax Per $100 - $1.075 to our taxpayers is increasing over 6.5 percent due “It’s absolutely stunning that supervisors put forth Tax Per Household- $4,831.21 Tax Per Household - $4,837.11 primarily to the reduction in our commercial tax a budget that shortchanges students,” said Kevin ❖ FISCAL YEAR 2010 ❖ FISCAL YEAR 2014 base,” Herrity said. “I am most concerned that this Hickerson, an FCPS teacher and parent-advocate who Assessed Value of Residential Property - Assessed Value of Residential Property - increase will hurt those in townhomes, condos and supported the rally. “Two percent is not enough.” $457,898 $467,394 apartments the hardest — the citizens that can least To close that gap and fund other priorities, Bulova Real Estate Tax Per $100 - $1.04 Real Estate Tax Per $100 - $1.085 Tax Per Household - $4,762.14 Tax Per Household -$5,071.22 afford it.” said she will consider advertising an increase in prop- ❖ ❖ “This will be a very challenging budget,” Bulova erty tax rates, which would add about $150 to the FISCAL YEAR 2011 FISCAL YEAR 2015 said, citing disappointing projected revenues from average homeowner’s tax bill, on top of the $330 Assessed Value of Residential Property - Assessed Value of Residential Property - $433,409 $497,962 business taxes. jump resulting from higher assessed values this year. Real Estate Tax Per $100 - $1.09 Real Estate Tax Per $100 - $1.085 Among those disappointed with the proposed bud- Bulova said the board will set the advertised real Tax Per Household - $4,724.16 Tax Per Household -$5,402.89 get is Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent estate tax rate on March 4; the advertised rate rep- * Source - Fairfax County Department of Management and Budget Karen Garza, who last month requested supervisors resents the maximum potential tax rate for FY2015. send $2.5 billion to the schools, an increase of 5.7 “Through the budget process, the board may adopt percent in annual taxpayer funding and $98 million a rate lower than the advertised rate, but cannot Budget Event Schedule more than the schools requested last year. adopt a higher rate,” Bulova said. FEB. 25 APRIL 8 According to the County Executive’s proposed bud- Release of the County Executive’s FY Public Hearing on FY 2015 Budget - SUPERVISORS have said they were willing to in- get, one penny of the tax rate is equal to roughly 2015 Advertised Budget Plan Board Auditorium - Govt. Center - 6 crease their transfer by only 2 percent, which ac- $21.9 million in the general fund and $50 for the (including Multi-Year Budget: FY p.m. * 2015 and FY 2016) - 10:40 a.m. counts for 52.1 percent of the proposed county bud- average Fairfax County residential tax bill. APRIL 9 get expenditures. “As the county continues to face fiscal challenges, FEB. 28 Public Hearing on FY 2015 Budget - Garza’s request is about $64 million more than we must persist in our cautious and deliberative ap- Ask Fairfax: Online Chat with County Board Auditorium - Govt. Center - 3 Long’s budget recommendation of $1.93 billion, a proach to budgeting, only funding items that are Executive - 2 - 3 p.m. p.m. * 2.07 percent increase (or $39 million) over the cur- sustainable,” Long said Tuesday, adding that almost MARCH 4 APRIL 10 rent fiscal year. all of the budget increase in his proposal will be ear- Board of Supervisors’ Meeting: Public Hearing on FY 2015 Budget - Advertisement for FY 2015 Tax Rate Board Auditorium - Govt. Center - 3 Garza’s budget proposal would have increased marked for capital investment and employee com- and FY 2015 Third Quarter - 10:30 p.m. * school funding, but also called for $96 million in cuts, pensation. a.m. including classroom testing fees for high school stu- “These are two critical elements of our continued APRIL 18 MARCH 18 Budget Committee Meeting - pre-Mark- dents, large class sizes and staffing cuts. success,” Long said. Budget Committee Meeting - Govt. Up on FY 2015 Budget - Govt. Center Long’s proposal also includes $72.6 million in ad- But members of the County’s Government Employ- Center (CR 9/10) - 1- 3 p.m. (CR 9/10) - 1 p.m. ditional support for school services including Head ees Union — SEUI 512 — called Long’s pro- APRIL 1 APRIL 22 Start, school health, resource officers and crossing posed budget disappointing. Budget Committee Meeting - Govt. FY 2015 Board Budget Mark-up and guards, after-school programming, field maintenance “We are disappointed that the county executive’s Center (CR 9/10) Approval of FY 2015 Third Quarter - 10 a.m. and recreational programs, among others. proposed budget fails to meet the needs of our com- APRIL 8 To show support for Fairfax County schools and munity, and we call on the Board of Supervisors to Effective Tax Rate Hearing (FY 2015 APRIL 29 teachers, the Alliance for Fairfax Public Schools held do more to invest in our future success,” SEIU Vir- Budget) - Board Auditorium - Govt. Formal Adoption of the FY 2015 Budget a “Fund Our Schools” rally at the Fairfax County ginia 512 Secretary-Treasurer Karen Conchar said. Center - 3 p.m. * Plan - 10:30 a.m. Government Center before Long’s budget announce- JULY 1 ment. The Alliance is a partnership of parents, stu- See County, Page 5 * Opportunities for public comment Beginning of FY 2015 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Great Falls Connection ❖ March 5-11, 2014 ❖ 3 News Week in Great Falls Six Republicans Will Compete for 10th District Nomination On March 1, the 10th District Republican Committee released the names of the candidates for their nomination for Congress. Six candidates filed by the deadline, said 10th District GOP Chairman John Whitbeck in a release. ”We ... feel like we are in an excellent position to hold the 10th District Congressional seat Volunteer Tom in November regardless of who the Democrats nominate.” Milton tends to The committee listed the candidates in alphabetical order: Del. the boiling , Stephen Hollingshead, Howie Lind, Del. Bob syrup over the Marshall, Marc Savitt, Rob Wasinger. fire pit. The Republican nominee will be decided in a party canvass on Saturday, April 26 with voting at 10 different locations, including Langley High School and Centreville High School. Supporting CIA Officers Memorial Foundation This month’s Military Appreciation Monday event on March 10 will be in support of the CIA Officers Memorial Foundation. Be sure to make your reservation early for either the 5:30 or 7:30 seating at the Old Brogue by calling 703-759-3309. Visit: CIA Officers Memorial Foundation to learn more about this organiza- tion and the help it provides to Agency families. For those unfamiliar with the MAM events, you simply come A Sweet Lesson at Colvin Run Mill enjoy a great dinner at the Old Brogue in Great Falls. The Brogue, Bob Nelson of Keller Williams Realty and co-sponsors will each make a contribution to the foundation based on 10 percent of Hundreds turned out to learn whatever you spend, typically amounting to about a 150-200 percent match of your dinner tab. Door prize entries are also sold how maple syrup is made. as a means of raising additional funds. Upcoming dinners: April 14 - Our Military Kids By Ethan McLeod May 12 - Operation Renewed Hope The Connection

ow much sap does it take to make Faith and Public Policy Breakfast maple syrup? For Colvin Run Mill in McLean H Park’s miller Mason Maddox, the av- erage answer is about 60 gallons. Everyone is invited Saturday, March 15 to hear a panel of Fairfax “Typically my last program is always the first week- County leaders discuss issues around the theme “Caring for the end of March. That’s when they start up North, but Vulnerable in an Affluent County - Policy and Program Chal- it’s ending here in Virginia because the weather has lenges.” The session will be moderated by Jane Edmondson, Chief been too warm,” said Maddox, who has served as a of Staff for Dranesville Supervisor John Faust, and will include miller at Colvin Run for over 15 years. Kerrie Wilson, CEO of Cornerstones, which supports Northern Visitors flocked to the park in Great Falls during Virginia people in need; Nannette Bowler, Director of the Fairfax February and March to learn about the history of County Department of Family Services; and Dr. Gerald Poje, Vice- maple syrup and how it is made. The final session Chair of the Fairfax County Human Services Council. The free was held on Sunday, March 2. continental breakfast begins at 8:30 with the discussion address- Maddox explained the process of maple sugaring ing how faith communities can have an impact ending at 10:30. to the crowds, from tapping trees by boring short It will be held at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain holes into the outer layers of bark to letting the sap Bridge Road in McLean. Contact Ray Martin for details, email funnel into hanging buckets underneath. Most im- [email protected], phone 703-556-0123. portantly, he and his team demonstrated the process of boiling the sap down to syrup over a fire. Since maple sap is about 97 percent water, it can take hours Photos by Ethan McLeod/The Connection to boil away the moisture to obtain the final prod- Volunteers Payton Robertson and Olivia uct. Barrand pass out free samples of Volunteers Needed to Help Older Adults According to Maddox, American Indians discov- cornbread with maple syrup made from Meals on Wheels needs driv- teers to drive older adults to medi- ered maple syrup first. While there are many theo- trees at Colvin Run Mill. ers in Fairfax. Call 703-324-5406, cal appointments and wellness ries as to how, he believes they saw the trees oozing TTY 711, visit programs. Call 703-324-5406, during the winter and discovered the sweet substance syrup with cornbread, much to the children’s delight. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ TTY 711, visit from observing its attraction to insects and other crea- “It’s great this is going on. It’s educational for the olderadults and link to Volunteer www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ tures. kids, and if the weather is good it’s great for them to Solutions or email olderadults and link to Volunteer Other volunteers nearby showed guests the boil- get out and learn something right here in our back- [email protected]. Solutions or email ing process up close. Standing over a churning vat yard,” said Andrea Dahl, visiting with her family from [email protected]. of boiling sap above a cement block fire pit, volun- Vienna. “The only time I’ve ever seen this before was The Northern Virginia teer Tom Milton theorized that it was the fire that in New Hampshire. To have it in our backyard is Long-Term Care Ombudsman The Little River Glen Senior brought many of the families out during the park’s phenomenal.” Program needs volunteer advo- Center in Fairfax needs help three Sunday afternoon sessions. After his demonstration, Maddox agreed that, cates for residents in assisted liv- with special events and an arts and “I like the activity associated with the fire and the amongst all of the park’s visitors, ultimately it is usu- ing and nursing facilities. Training crafts instructor. Call 703-324- boil and being outdoors, it’s nice,” said Milton while ally the children who enjoy learning about maple is provided in March. Call 703- 5406, TTY 711, visit removing impurities from the boiling pot. Milton lives syrup most. 324-5861, TTY 711 or email www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ across the street and has volunteered at all of the “It’s just a great program, and as you can see, it’s [email protected]. olderadults and link to Volunteer park’s seasonal events since retiring five years ago. for the kids. I love being able to teach the kids how Solutions or email In the barn next door, staff gave out samples of they get some of their products from the mill.” Fairfax County needs volun- [email protected]. 4 ❖ Great Falls Connection ❖ March 5-11, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Faith Notes

Faith Notes are for announcements and needs. events in the faith community. Send to If you have questions, contact Bertina [email protected]. at [email protected] or Pastor Deadline is Friday. Denise [email protected]. Faith and Public Policy Break- fast. Everyone is invited Saturday, The Jewish Social Services March 15 to hear a panel of Fairfax Agency (JSSA) offers a wide variety of County leaders discuss issues around support groups for those with emo- the theme “Caring for the Vulnerable in tional, social, and physical challenges. an Affluent County - Policy and Program www.jssa.org/growth-learning. Challenges.” The session will be moder- ated by Jane Edmondson, Chief of Staff HAVEN of Northern Virginia of- for Dranesville Supervisor John Faust, fers a variety of free bereavement and will include Kerrie Wilson, CEO of support groups, meeting on a weekly Cornerstones which supports Northern basis. 703-941-7000 or Virginia people in need; Nannette www.havenofnova.org. Bowler, Director of the Fairfax County Department of Family Services; and Dr. McLean Bible Church Fitness Gerald Poje, Vice-Chair of the Fairfax Class at Body & Soul Fitness. Gain County Human Services Council. The balance, energy and strength at 9:45 free continental breakfast begins at 8:30 a.m. Mondays and Fridays. Free with the discussion addressing how faith childcare for registered students. communities can have an impact ending [email protected]. at 10:30. It will be held at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain Bridge St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, Road in McLean. Contact Ray Martin for 1830 Kirby Road in McLean, holds a details, email [email protected], phone third Sunday service every month at 703-556-0123. 10:15 a.m. which allows children to play active roles in the music and as greeters Great Falls United Methodist and ushers. Traditional services are ev- Church is offering “24 Hours That ery Sunday at 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Changed the World,” about the last 24 hours of Jesus’ life – before the resurrec- Vienna Christian Healing tion. The study, written by Adam Rooms are open, every Saturday, 1-5 Hamilton, will be offered during the p.m., at 8200 Bell Lane. A team of Chris- Sunday school hour (9 to 9:45 a.m.) tians is available to anyone requesting beginning on Sunday, March 9 through prayer. Free and open to the public. Sunday, April 27 at Great Falls United 703-698-9779 or Methodist Church, 10100 Georgetown www.viennachristianhealingrooms.com. Pike, Great Falls. Youth and adults are welcome to participate. The study will Chesterbrook United Methodist also be offered on Wednesday mornings Church is at 1711 Kirby Road, McLean. from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning Ash Worship service is at 11 a.m. Sunday Wednesday, March 5 through Wednes- school is at 9:30 a.m. for adults and day, April 16. On Sunday morning, the children. 703-356-7100 or nursery will be staffed for childcare www.ChesterbrookUMC.org. County Faces a Now Open in McLean Budget Challenge From Page 3 abilities Act (ADA) and athletic “The county executive’s proposed field maintenance. budget falls short in protecting the ❖ Increase in public safety fund- county’s jobs and services,” said ing, including 9-1-1 support and Joe Wilhelm, president of SEIU requirements, and full year fund- Virginia 512. ing of operations at the Wolftrap Wilhelm said Fairfax County Fire Station. employees have fallen behind ❖ Increase in human services peers in neighboring jurisdictions funding including behavioral when it comes to pay, and Long’s health services for youth, school budget proposal fails to help em- readiness for preschoolers and ployees catch up. domestic violence services. ”As a result, the best librarians, Public hearings on the proposed social workers, engineers and FY 2015 Budget are held in the more will continue to leave Fairfax Government Center Board Audito- County to serve in other jurisdic- rium: tions, hurting the services resi- ❖ April 8, 6 p.m. dents depend on,” Wilhelm said. ❖ April 9, 3 p.m. ❖ April 10, 3 p.m. OTHER HIGHLIGHTS of Long’s Those wishing to speak at a pub- budget proposal include: lic hearing can sign up online to ❖ A 1.29 percent compensation place their name on the speakers increase for county employees list or contact the Office of the based on a Market Rate Adjust- Clerk to the Board at 703-324- ment, effective July 1, 2014, as well 3151, TTY 703-324-3903. The as an increase in funding of health public hearings will be held in the insurance and other benefits. Board Auditorium, Fairfax County ❖ Increase in capital construc- Government Center and will be tion funding, including capital re- shown live on Fairfax County Gov- newal (planned replacement of ernment Channel 16. aging roofs, electrical systems, Residents can also provide feed- HVAC systems, plumbing systems, back and comments on the pro- etc. in county facilities), compli- posed budget through mid-April at Visit us online at www.novaorthospine.com ance with the Americans With Dis- [email protected] . www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Great Falls Connection ❖ March 5-11, 2014 ❖ 5 Opinion Great Falls

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Letters to the Editor ADVERTISING: For advertising information monious with and will not ad- operations were begun without In conclusion, I will reiterate e-mail: Opposing Special versely affect the use or develop- undertaking the county review that the opponents of the special [email protected] ment of neighboring properties; mandated by the special permit permit do not mind horses or the Permit Salome Howard-Gaibler (2) will not impair the value of process. After years of neighbors’ people who ride them. It’s the op- Display Advertising To the Editor: neighboring properties; and (3) complaints, the zoning violation eration of a commercial stable, 703-778-9421 Last week’s Great Falls’ Connec- will not pose hazard to or conflict was reported in 2012. Last week’s with associated traffic running [email protected] tion carried a story on a topic of with existing and anticipated article reported that the Molsters through an established quiet Andrea Smith interest to many: horseback riding neighborhood traffic. Those of “voluntarily stopped providing neighborhood, to which we object. Classified Advertising in Great Falls and the role of Blacks us who would be in proximity to lessons at their home in Novem- 703-778-9411 Hill Stable, LLC, in providing a the relocated Stable operation ber 2012.” In fact, the Sheriff’s Theresa Gabaldon [email protected] commercial riding venue generally do not believe that any Letter that they received required Great Falls Debbie Funk [“Molster Family Stable Awaits of these standards are satisfied. I them to clear their violation. National Sales 703-778-9444 Special Permit Decision”]. I am encourage your readers to ask In addition, the article refers to [email protected] one of the over fifty immediate themselves if they would believe an online petition that opposes the Race to Watch neighbors who oppose the grant the standards would be satisfied Stable. I am not aware of any such To the Editor: Editor & Publisher of a special permit that would per- in the context of a proposal to petition. I am, however, aware of Thanks for the well-documented Mary Kimm mit the Stable to move its opera- open a commercial stable in the an online petition created in sup- article on the political trends in 703-778-9433 tion from Turner Farm to deep heart of their own neighborhoods. port of the Stable which has gar- Virginia’s 10th Congressional Dis- [email protected] within our residential neighbor- As part of the Molsters’ special nered a large number of signers trict (“How Red is the 10th Dis- @MaryKimm hood. As none of the many oppo- permit proposal they are suggest- (many of whom do not live in trict?” February 19-25, 2014). The Executive Vice President nents of the special permit was ing a cut-through to connect the Fairfax County or, in some in- conventional wisdom among po- Jerry Vernon interviewed for the original article, Stable to Falls Bridge Lane. The stances, the United States). It is litical prognosticators is that the [email protected] I wanted to make sure that you cut-through also would affect phrased in terms of supporting the District leans Republican. How- Editor in Chief were aware of our side of the story, Sherlin Lane and Branton Lane, Stable as part of a general endorse- ever, recent voting patterns sug- Steven Mauren Managing Editor as well as point out a few correc- which connect to Falls Bridge, as ment of equestrian activity and gest that a strong Democratic can- Kemal Kurspahic tions. well as traffic on Georgetown Pike makes no mention of the quality- didate could be well within strik- Photography: Most importantly, this is not nearing the congested intersection of-life, traffic and safety issues pre- ing distance for a win. Consider Deb Cobb, Craig Sterbutzel Art/Design: about horses in Great Falls. I be- with Seneca and Route Seven. sented by operating a commercial the following: first, in the past two Laurence Foong, John Heinly lieve that each and every opponent Much of the Stable’s traffic would riding stable in a gubernatorial elections, the Re- Production Manager: of the proposed special permit be turning off of and onto the Pike residential neighborhood. publican nominee won the 10th Geovani Flores strongly supports the Molsters’ and driving up and down Falls Last week’s article quoted District by only 1 percent. Second, Special Assistant to the Publisher ability to maintain their horses Bridge in the busy after-school/ Sharon Molster for the proposition the seat is now open, and retiring Jeanne Theismann under existing zoning rules. This rush hour period. Falls Bridge has that horseback lessons are “far and Congressman ’s name 703-778-9436 [email protected] includes, of course, riding and no sidewalks, has complicated few between without having to recognition and constituent ser- @TheismannMedia maintaining horses for their own sight lines and has school bus stops lease or own a horse.” This is an vice record are not in play. enjoyment, as well continuing the at both ends. It is a street that is assertion that opponents of the The front running Republican CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 existing activity of offering riding heavily utilized by runners, bikers special permit very much wish to nominee, Barbara Comstock, Circulation Manager: lessons at Turner Farm. and walkers, including the many correct. A Google search indicates spent $1.4 to defend her seat in Linda Pecquex Commercial operations, includ- young children who ride the buses. a number of stables within Fairfax the Virginia House of Delegates [email protected] ing riding stables, generally are There are a few points in last County (more, of course, if you last year, winning with less than not legal in areas zoned RE or R- week’s story that I would like to include nearby Loudoun), includ- 52 percent of the vote. Another 1. This means that families who specifically address. First, the ing several in Great Falls. If you candidate for the Republican purchase homes in such areas can article and associated captioning make the calls, you nomination, longtime Delegate rely on a continuing residential refer to pastures and riding rings will quickly learn that few have Bob Marshall of Loudoun County, neighborhood character and feel. that are “currently unavailable.” wait-lists; most have lessons won re-election by about 400 A special permit allowing a com- The pastures were cleared, the readily available. The impression votes. On the other hand, Fairfax mercial operation can be granted property was re-graded, the riding that lessons are difficult to find is only if the proposed use (1) is har- rings were built, and commercial simply not accurate. 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FRIDAY/MARCH 7 Fundraiser. 6:30-11:30 p.m. The and academic success, life skills Seed Bead Workshop. 7-8 p.m., Ritz-Carlton, 1700 Tysons Blvd, training, character building and iddle School stu- to-riches story opens in 1930s New Vienna Community Center (VCC), 120 McLean. fun. Ninety-Two percent of the SUNDAY/MARCH 30 Cherry St SE, Vienna. Melissa The Fairfax Regional Board will bring Clubs’ members qualify for free Capitol Steps. 4 p.m. James Madison dents at The York City, where Annie is living in Grakowsky-Shippee presents her a bit of friendly Vegas-like fun to lunch. High School, 2500 James Madison Langley School an orphanage run by the cruel Miss wonderful seed bead designs. support the programming for the Casino Night will not only be a night Drive, Vienna. The quick witted multi- M www.nvbs.org region’s two Clubs. Unlike the of fun and excitement, it will be a faceted congressional staffers, will be will present the Hannigan. 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Advance: $55, At in the Historic Vienna Train Station and downloading eBooks; event Computer Clubhouse team was post-secondary level coupled to thousands of people every year, the door: $65. along the W&OD trail just past the continues through March 31. elated to learn it qualified to with collaboration among K-12 enter the State VEX Robotics school divisions and industry, tournament in Doswell, Va. in this key best practice is set to $ February. 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For more information contact: Wendy Celebrate students, Services; a donation of $1500 along with their coaches, Northern tists, engineers and technicians, the Lemieux, Fairfax County Office of camps, schools, enrich- The Newton School serves students to cover registration fees, meals Virginia Community College Stu- program’s ultimate goal is to meet Public Private Partnerships, 703- and logistics courtesy of GAP So- dents. the demand for a trained 424-1805, ment programs, colleges in grades K-8 who benefit from: [email protected] lutions, Inc.; and shirts gener- The teams are part of the North- workforce in advanced technolo- and more in our A-plus: • Small classes (4-8 students) with a 4:1 student SHOP THE COMPETITION FIRST! to teacher ratio 703-938-3160 Then come to us for the best selection of quality Education, Learning, Fun • Strong academics, customized to meet student’s needs Flint Hill School Ceramics’ Students Raise $10K to Fight Hunger products and professional installation, all at an pages, the third week of • Lots of physical activity integrated into the day, On Saturday, Feb. 22, Flint so far for this event—all to benefit the ceramics studio.” fering additional opportunity to affordable price. Our references include your neighbors. Hill School hosted the 4th an- DC Central Kitchen. Senior Madison Oliver, a key co- raise funds, a student musician every month. in a beautiful 24,000 sq. ft. facility nual “Empty Bowls,” an event Upper School students with the ordinator of “Empty Bowls,” sum- playing the guitar, and guest • Nurturing social FREE ESTIMATES ON INSTALLATIONS held to raise money to fight hun- Clay Club took charge of planning marizes the event’s purpose: “This artist David MacDonald travel- Questions? E-mail environment Please call ger by selling ceramic bowls this year’s event, along with ceram- project is about more than just ing from upstate New York to sales@connection • Weekly field trips to 703.772.0480 or e-mail SE HABLA ESPAÑOL made by members of the Flint ics teacher Julia Cardone. “The stu- making bowls: we are giving back give on-site pottery demonstra- newspapers.com enhance hands-on [email protected] Hill School community—stu- dents’ leadership was instrumental to an organization that deserves tions. learning to arrange a personal dents, parents, alumni, faculty, to making this event successful and the community’s help.” “Empty Bowls” is one of nu- ESTABLISHED IN 1984 or call 703-778-9431 • Daily communication and staff. Approximately 900 ultimately making a real difference The day of the event was a cel- merous community service tour today. 208 Dominion Road • Vienna, VA bowls were produced and sold in the lives of others. 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tant that families … work to- Local experts offer gether to model positive cop- ing strategies and moderate tips for keeping your conflict and anxiety levels. Parents can model healthy family happy. conflict resolution practices and support their children’s By Marilyn Campbell positive coping and adapta- The Connection tion. This often takes a lot of work, learning skills that we s Elizabeth Rees drove her daugh- may not have picked up from Ater and two of her daughter’s friends Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Rees our own family systems [such to a library reading group recently, as] practice, cooperation and the Alexandria mother of three admits that patience.” she felt like a chauffeur at first. But she had “Learn and implement ef- a change of heart after hearing sounds of fective communication skills,” laughter. said Rees. “Share what you “They were giggling and so sweet in the are feeling with those all-im- back,” said Rees, the associate rector at portant ‘I statements’ that we Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church in Alexan- know about but find so hard dria. “Suddenly that moment of grace to use in the heat of the mo- turned it all around and I felt privileged to ment. Stop what we are do- be there. I think that sort of thing happens ing when there is something all the time if only we are paying attention.” Elizabeth Rees, the associate rector at Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church in Alexan- we really need to listen to, and What are the keys to paying attention and dria, says laughter, forgiveness and gratitude are among the factors that create a then really listen with empa- creating a happier family life? Experts say harmonious family life. Here she is pictured on a family vacation with her daugh- thy and love. … Not just think- it’s important to stop trying to do everything ter Maya, 3; her husband Holden Hoofnagle; her son Dylan, 7; and daughter ing it, but saying ‘I love you,’ 100 percent and make other things a prior- Sophia, 10. ‘I’m sorry,’ ‘I forgive you,’ ity. They offer their top tips for creating ‘thank you.’” balance. Colleen Vesely, Ph.D., an assistant profes- or worried or tired, our closest relationships Manage expectations. “Reasonable expec- “With three young kids, a two-career sor of early childhood education and hu- are the ones that take the biggest hit. It is tations seem like a big piece of this, for our- marriage and way too many activities, I find man development and family science at in those all-too-frequent moments that we selves, for our kids, for our partners,” said this balance as hard as everyone else and , said “It’s also im- have to work the hardest at things like kind- Rees. “Remember to step back and think am absolutely preaching to myself,” said portant to find joy in the mundane and to ness, respect, thinking of how the other about what really matters and try to place Rees. give one’s self and others a break ... to be person feels.” less importance on the rest.” patient, empathic and compassionate with The willingness to forgive oneself and Parents are a child’s best role models for EXPERTS SAY living in a competitive area yourself and with your coparent. ... But that one’s family members is also vital to family dealing with setbacks. “Parents must help like the Washington, D.C., region can make doesn’t mean not holding everyone account- harmony. “We all do and say things with- their children be resilient when goals are creating balance even more challenging. “I able to the out thinking not met,” said Pfeffer. “Sometimes the best see children who are stressed to always be family system, all the time growth can be gained by resilience after a the best,” said Dr. Bruce Pfeffer, a Potomac, which is also “The solution is to schedule with our fami- disappointment.” Md.-based child psychiatrist. critical.” lies,” said Parents play a critical role in helping chil- Rees encour- family time such as meals Rees. “They LAUGHTER HELPS A LOT, too. “Try not dren create a healthy balance of work and ages stressed bear the brunt to take things so seriously and to see the play, he added, explaining that “parents parents to give together — without electronic of all the humor even in the mistakes and the impos- must serve as rudders to guide their chil- themselves weight we sible moments,” said Rees. dren [toward the] peace of mind that comes time alone as devices to interrupt being carry. Try to Practice gratitude. “Lately, I keep read- with a supportive home environment, em- well. “I am present to each other — and remember ing about the link between practicing grati- phasis on gaining joy in life, along with part of a that in the tude and feeling happiness. I find it true in appropriate goals and achieving.” prayer and lis- to protect this time from other heat of the my own life,” said Rees. “When I consciously Michael Moynihan, head of the Upper tening group moment and look for things to be grateful for, I am much School at The Heights School in Potomac, on Tuesday activities.” put aside more aware of the moments of love and Md., agrees. “The most significant obstacles nights. We — Michael Moynihan, petty beauty in my life. So practice gratitude for to harmonious family life today are over come together grudges.” each member of our families, for the good scheduling and over connectedness … re- and have a head of Upper School, The Heights School Sometimes, that we see in them, for the moments that sulting in families that are pulled in many time of silence says Rees, it’s we have with them. When, after a long day, different directions for activities, and when and share where we are in our lives. For small, often overlooked actions that can I get to sit down and read a book with my they have those brief moments together, are me, that’s my chance for renewal, refresh- have a major impact. “Little things matter arms around my kids, I try to remember to often plugged into various electronic de- ment, and it makes me return home with a so much in family life,” she said. “Replac- thank God for that moment. vices,” he said. completely different attitude. … For others, ing the soap in the soap dish, or asking “There really is not one ‘right’ way to par- Make finding uninterrupted family time it might be a walk in the woods or coffee someone about their day and really caring ent a child or engage in family life,” said a priority. “The solution is to schedule fam- with a good friend, or an hour at the gym. about the answer, or giving a hand when Letiecq . “Every parent-child relationship, ily time such as meals together — without It’s hard to make space for yourself, but it you see someone struggling. When my hus- every family system is unique in terms of electronic devices — and to protect this time can make a big difference in how you treat band hears my car in the driveway when I what each person brings to the relationship: from other activities,” said Moynihan. the people around you.” return from the grocery store and comes out temperaments, interests, skill-sets, person- Rees suggests being present and engaged. When it comes to building a harmonious to help carry the bags … I notice and I feel ality traits, personal histories, past familial “So much of life is spent in work and prepa- family life, which elements matter most? cared for.” experience, health issues, etc. … There is a ration and accomplishments that it’s hard “Love, obviously, is essential,” said Rees. Bethany Letiecq, Ph.D., an associate pro- range of parenting styles, but what seems sometimes to live in the moment,” she said. “But that’s a big and amorphous word and fessor of human development and family most important is to do what works best “Maybe some days the only time you have really has to be much more about how we science at George Mason University adds, with your child’s temperament and what is together is in the car. ... Try to remember to live than what we feel when it comes to “With myriad external stressors and pres- going to be most supportive and least stress- make the most of even those moments.” daily relationships. 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first quarter and 10 in the fourth, Kirsten Stone said. “I was proud

Warhawks lose Photos by Craig Sterbutzel/The Connection when the Raiders were holding off that they came back from the [18- to Stonewall a late Warhawks rally. point deficit]. I think that takes a “She’s a great person to play lot of gumption, a lot of strength. Jackson in region against,” Koshuta said, “and she I’m really proud of them.” did amazing today.” While Madison cut Stonewall’s semifinals. But Floyd was more than just a lead to two twice during the final quality opponent and an on-court minute, the Warhawks would get By Jon Roetman challenge for the Madison no closer as the Raiders scored The Connection standout. Koshuta admires Floyd seven of the game’s final 10 points. as a talented athlete who battled Sophomore guard Aidan he Madison girls’ bas- the same kind of adversity she McWeeney scored 13 points for ketball team’s season faced. Madison, including a trio of 3- had ended and Kelly pointers. Kerrigan finished with 12 T points and sophomore Alexis Koshuta stood teary- IN THE SUMMER OF 2010, eyed inside Robinson Secondary prior to her freshman year, Floyd Hermes added six. School, saddened that she had tore the ACL in her right knee. She DESPITE LOSING its first four played with her senior teammates returned near the end of the sea- Madison junior Kelly Koshuta goes up against Stonewall games of the season, Madison for the final time. son, helping Stonewall defeat West Jackson senior Nicole Floyd during the 6A North region ended the year with a 19-9 record Koshuta, a 6-foot-2 junior, did all Springfield in the state semifinals semifinals on Feb. 27 at Robinson Secondary School. she could to extend the Warhawks’ before the Raiders lost to Princess and finished runner-up in Confer- season, but a career-high 39 points Anne in the championship game. just take it slow. It’s a tough, ter- a player, [but] as a person off the ence 6. After a loss to South Lakes and 19 rebounds weren’t enough Two years after Floyd suffered rible injury to have. It’s a terrible court, also. That’s a great thing to on Jan. 10, Madison responded by to beat Stonewall Jackson, which a torn ACL, Koshuta tore the ACL process, just keep rehabbing.” hear form an opponent, especially winning its next 12 games and 14 defeated Madison 78-72 during in her left knee during an AAU Koshuta spoke highly of Floyd. after a big game like this.” of its final 16. the 6A North region semifinals on game prior to her sophomore sea- “She’s amazing. She’s my idol,” Floyd and Koshuta both per- Stone, the region Coach of the Feb. 27. The Warhawks finished son. Koshuta sat out the entire Koshuta said. “She tore her ACL, formed well during Thursday’s Year, figures to have a strong team one win shy of reaching the region 2012-13 campaign and the too. She recovered from it. I “big game,” and Floyd did so while next season. Kerrigan was championship game and securing Warhawks were eliminated in the watched her recover and I love battling the flu. Floyd’s 18 first- Madison’s only senior starter a state playoff berth. region quarterfinals. that. When I [injured] mine I ac- quarter points, including a pair of Thursday night, and Koshuta, a While Koshuta fought back tears As Koshuta worked her way tually talked to her about it and it 3-pointers, helped Stonewall build first-team all-region selection, fig- during a postgame interview, she back onto the court, she spoke was great. Seeing her recover is a 25-17 lead by the end of the pe- ures to be even better. was more than happy to talk about with Floyd, who she knew through amazing. She’s going to Wake For- riod. Plus, Floyd will have graduated, the talented athlete she battled AAU ball, about returning from an est and that’s a great accomplish- “Kelly did the best she could on improving the chances of Koshuta during Thursday’s contest. Stone- ACL injury. Floyd explained the ment.” defense,” Madison senior guard crying tears of joy at regionals in wall Jackson senior Nicole Floyd, need for hard work and remain- Floyd appeared flattered when Katie Kerrigan said. “Nicole, give 2015. a 6-foot-2 post who signed with ing mentally strong. informed Koshuta referred to the a lot of credit to her, she has the “We’re going to come back stron- Wake Forest, scored 32 points “[Koshuta] came up to me [and] Stonewall star as her “idol.” flu, but she was still knocking ger,” Koshuta said. “That’s my sec- against Madison. Floyd’s versatile she asked how long it took for me “That’s really good to hear,” down those shots. She would not ond time losing in the [semifinals] skillset — her ability to drive to to get back and I told her it took Floyd said. “I always want to set a miss. Kelly did a good job. She did and next year I’m not ending my the basket, produce in the paint me a full eight, eight-and-a-half positive example for somebody all she could do.” last high school game in the [semi- and knock down 3-pointers — months,” Floyd said. “She said she else looking up to me; what they “I think that they played really finals]. We’re going to go all the helped her score 18 points in the was just getting back and I told her can do as a player, and not just as tough,” Madison head coach way — that’s the plan.” Saxon Ice Hockey Season Ends with Semi-Final Loss he Langley hockey them, the Saxons faced Oakton for Bridge their first regular-season T team played four a rematch in the quarterfinals. The loss in more than two years. games in their final previous matchup led to a disap- Stone Bridge drew first blood week of the season and came pointing 12-7 loss as the game was with a goal at the 4:33 mark of one goal away from upsetting scheduled while all three of the first period and never Stone Bridge a second time Langley’s netminders were on holi- trailed. The third period started

Photo by Teri Framinan deep in the playoffs. day break. with Langley down 4-1 before The playoffs opened with a This game, Oakton would not be Guidi scored at the 13-minute lackluster start against so lucky as senior Ryan Framinan mark followed by Shapiro’s Osbourn Park. Osbourn struck was between the pipes. The Saxon strike with the 2:24 left in the first with a power play goal icers came out strong in the first game. Down by a single goal, and went into cruise mode with two goals from Guidi and one the Saxons pulled their until senior Jeremy Kim scored from Alsaif to end the period 3-0. netminder for the extra skater the equalizer midway through They never looked back and closed but were unable to capitalize the second. Both teams traded The Langley hockey team celebrates after scoring against out the tilt 4-0. With the win on and lost 4-3. Stone Bridge went scoring chances until Osbourn Stone Bridge. Langley’s home rink, they were on to lose in the finals to Briar scored the go-ahead with six slated for a rematch against Stone Woods. minutes left in the game. The point that was tipped in by cap- at the top of the circle in Osbourn’s Bridge on their home ice in Seniors Schneider, assistant stunned Saxons continued bat- tain Drew Schneider to tie the zone. Weingast buried the puck 5- Ashburn. captain Jeremy Kim, Michael tling and with just two-and-a- game at 2. Barely a minute later, hole and Langley went ahead for Langley knew that Stone Bridge Cox, Weingast, and goalies half minutes left in the game, freshman Sam Shapiro fired a lob- good. The game ended 4-2 after was going to come at them fast Ryan Framinan and Ryan Guidi assistant captain Will Clemson bing clear that landed on streak- and empty-netter by Jason Guidi. after their previous matchup contributed to another success- teed up a slap shot from the ing winger Lizzy Weingast’s stick With the opening round behind wherein Langley handed Stone ful season for Langley Hockey.

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By Janelle Germanos lent and will always live with war. Well, I’m The Connection here to challenge that notion,” Wien said.

he Student Peace Awards of STUDENTS WERE AWARDED $150 and Fairfax County, presented by were also able to donate $100 to an orga- T the Herndon Friends Meeting, nization of their choice. They also received honored a group of 22 juniors a copy of the book “Sweet Fruit from a Bit- and seniors who were nominated for their ter Tree,” by Mark Andreas. dedication to peace and conflict resolution Margaret Fischer, the reception coordina- on March 2. tor, read each student’s accomplishments The students, involved in activities such and contributions to the community as they as Amnesty International, Best Buddies, Gay received their award from Sharon Bulova, Straight Alliance, Girl Scouts, Student Gov- chairman of the Fairfax County Board of ernment, Islamic Presence Club, mission Supervisors, and Providence District School trips, and much more, were recognized for Board member Patty Reed. promoting peace and working to remove the “Our last presentation demonstrates the effects of war in the community. bittersweet nature of working for peace,” Barbara Wien, a peace educator and hu- said Fischer of the award to Woodson High man rights activist, was the guest speaker. School senior Jordan Feltcorn, who was Wien spoke about her experiences as an recognized for his restoration of Woodson’s advocate for peace, including her role in Students Against Destructive Decisions protecting civilians in Colombia from a Club. death squad, and reminded students that Felcorn said he began his involvement war is not an inevitable part of human na- with the club after observing bullying at his ture and can be eradicated. school, as well as volunteering with Fairfax “Many children are also raised to believe County Medical Services and responding to that war is inevitable. They’re raised to be- lieve that the human race is inherently vio- See Students, Page 15

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