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Leaders in the 13 jurisdictions of the Northern Regional Commission gather Crowd present at the ceremony. at the Remembrance Ceremony held June 9 for those lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. Holding Dear: 2,364 Local Souls Lost to the Pandemic Northern Virginia Regional Commission holds a Remembrance Ceremony.

By Mercia Hobson COVID-19. Magni served in the challenging The Connection role as the Police Department’s Resource Management Bureau Director of Facilities n March 21, 2020, the Fairfax and Security. County Health Department re- “All the leaders of the police department ported its first death of a resident that I spoke to asked me to tell you a little Odue to COVID-19. Four hundred bit about Larry. And Larry’s name and Larry’s and forty-six days later, on June 9, 2021, at story are not unlike the ten names that each the Fairfax County Government Center, the American flag behind me represents. His sto- Northern Virginia Regional Commission held ry is not uncommon, but it is worth telling.” a solemn Remembrance Ceremony for those Magni was “beloved” by the Fairfax Coun- lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. Communi- ty Police Department family just as each of ty leaders gathered to remember the 2,364 the 2,345 other individuals who died from souls thus far and reflect on the pandemic’s Chaplain Harry Chelpon, Fairfax County P. David Tatter, Chairman Northern Vir- COVID-19 complications was also beloved terrible toll on the region. The Northern Vir- Fire and Rescue, gives the Invocation. ginia Regional Commission. by those who knew them best. ginia Regional Commission is a consortium Fairfax County Fire Chief John Butler of 13 local governments representing more compared his three weekly morning calls than 2.5 million residents. with “Dr. G,” [Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu, Di- “We come together to grieve... for all the rector, Fairfax Health District] as a time of lives that have been cut short. We mourn our “global war.” mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters, “We’ve all lost loved ones and watched aunts and uncles, grandparents, children, as our lives and lives of many other friends friends, and neighbors,” said P. David Tarter, and family were turned upside down. Earlier Chairman, Northern Virginia Regional Com- this year, President Biden said to heal us, we mission. must remember. Remember those we lost and Jeffrey McKay, Chairman, Fairfax County those who are left behind. So today, we rec- Board of Supervisors said, “Today... we’re ognize the profound loss we’ve all suffered, gathered specifically to honor those who we and we remember. We remember those who have sadly lost. Behind me, you will see 236 are no longer with us,” said Butler. flags. Each flag represents ten people we lost Jeffrey McKay, Chairman Fairfax County Kevin Davis, Chief, Fairfax County Police. to COVID-19 across our Northern Virginia Board of Supervisors. THE TRADITION of firefighters ringing a region, totaling 2,364 people. This number, bell is symbolic and used to represent the of course, isn’t complete.” “The vaccine is the best tool avail- end of an emergency and return to quarters. When a firefighter dies in the line of duty, REGIONAL COOPERATION in fighting the able for ending the pandemic. …” the mournful toll of the bell announces the pandemic had been critical, McKay said. He — Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu, passing and shows great honor. told those gathered they may have noticed “Today, we adapt that symbolic ceremoni- when they came into the County Govern- Director, Fairfax Health District al act in a slightly different way,” said Butler. ment Center that county flags remained at One by one, Tarter called out the 13 ju- half-staff to honor those in the community Dr. Gloria Ad- lating in our community.” risdictions, the bell ringing three times for who died and thank the first responders do-Ayensu, Director, While many have been vaccinated, many each: “Arlington County, Fairfax County, and frontline workers for the sacrifices they Dr. Gloria Ad- Fairfax Health Dis- others have not yet had access to the vac- Prince William County, Loudoun Coun- made. do-Ayensu, Direc- trict said that as the cine or decided to get vaccinated. “Children ty, City of Alexandria, City of Fairfax, City “They have been relentless heroes tor, Fairfax Health community begins under 12 are not yet eligible. So, our work of Falls Church, City of Manassas, City of throughout this pandemic. ... We hope to District. to heal and recover is far from over...We need everyone’s partic- Manassas Park, Town of Dumfries, Town honor all of those who have died and who from the “unprece- ipation, government, schools, businesses, of Herndon, Town of Leesburg, Town of Vi- gave so much during this crisis through a dented season of loss,” people must do ev- nonprofits, faith leaders, and parents, to enna.” Following, he said, “You’ll now hear permanent memorial that’s in its very ear- erything in their power to protect the most achieve the highest level of immunity within Amazing Grace from our bagpiper. This con- ly stages of planning,” McKay said. “We vulnerable who remain at risk for severe our community.” cludes our ceremony. Thank you, and let us will never forget the real human toll of this disease and death. “The vaccine is the best Fairfax County Chief of Police Kevin Da- always hold dear the many we have lost.” pandemic, the people, the personalities that tool available for ending the pandemic. … vis spoke of a man he never met, Lawrence these flags behind me represent, and we will We haven’t reached the level of immunity “Larry” Magni of Reston, who died on Aug. A video of the ceremony can be viewed on always honor those who we have sadly lost.” required to stop the COVID virus from circu- 25, 2020, from complications related to Chairman McKay’s official Facebook page. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke / Fairfax / Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton / Springfield v June 17-23, 2021 v 3 News Pedestrian and Bicyclist Fatalities Rise in the Area

Road design, Bull said. Although many fatalities have oc- curred in early June that makes it seem like speeds, lighting and a large amount, “to date, fatal crashes, and all crashes, are lower compared to 2020 and 2019,” Bull said. negligence are factors. Many states are taking part in the “Vision Zero,” traffic safety program. “Vision Zero By Mike Salmon starts with the ethical belief that everyone The Connection has the right to move safely in their commu- nities, and that system designers and policy his spring has seen several fatal makers share the responsibility to ensure pedestrian accidents, possibly safe systems for travel,” the policy infor- signaling a warning to drivers, mation stated. In this area, the Vision Zero Tpedestrians and transportation program is active in Alexandria, Montgom- engineers that more could be done to lessen ery County, Md. and Washington, D.C. Fair- these fatalities in Fairfax County. fax County is not listed on their map, and In early June, A 64-year-old cyclist died some members of the bicycling community following a crash that occurred just after 10 feel the county should adhere to Vision Zero. a.m. at the intersection of Hidden Canyon “The Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling Road and Blueridge View Drive in Centrev- calls on Fairfax County to join its neighbor- ille. Detectives from the Fairfax County Po- Photo by Alexis Glenn ing jurisdictions in adopting Vision Zero and lice Crash Reconstruction Unit have prelim- The ghost bike at Franconia Road and Telegraph Road, where a bicyclist was hit and acknowledging that the injuries and deaths inarily determined that Raymond Buza, of killed while crossing in the crosswalk. of vulnerable road users are preventable,” Centreville, was on his bicycle traveling east FABB stated. on Hidden Canyon Road and was hit by a 2017 Hyundai Sonata turning left in front of OUTDATED STREET DESIGN Buza resulting in a fatal crash. The driver of In many cases, “it’s the design of streets the Sonata remained at the scene, and was that needs to be updated to prioritize street later charged with infliction of injury on a safety over motorist speed where pedestri- vulnerable road user, the police said. ans and bicyclists are likely to be present On June 3, Reynaldo Quinteros Alfa- and accommodate all users with safe, wel- ro, 54, of Alexandria, was crossing South coming, and context-appropriate facilities Kings Highway when the driver of a 2017 and networks,” said Melanie Bowzer at the Dodge Journey was traveling southbound Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Pro- on South Kings Highway, a posted 35-mile- fessionals, who responded by email. Other per-hour roadway, and struck him. Virginia factors affect the severity of injuries too, in- law, §46.2-924, requires drivers to stop for cluding road design that lends itself to peo- pedestrians at any intersection when the ple driving fast and the increase of larger ve- driver is approaching on a highway where hicles on the road that is increasing fatal and the speed limit is not more than 35 miles per serious crashes. Distracted driving is also a hour. Quinteros Alfaro was taken to the hos- relevant factor in pedestrian and bicyclist fa- pital where he was pronounced dead, police talities, Bowzer noted. said. On Saturday, June 12, family gathered at the crash site. VDOT works closely with Fairfax County On June 4, Fatima Del Carmen Alvarez to administer projects through the county’s Romero, of Alexandria, a 24-year-old cy- a green traffic signal which resulted in the POLICE PRESENCE prioritization and funding processes, fol- clist, died in a crash just after 11 a.m. at the crash. The driver of the GMC Savanna re- The Fairfax County Police Department is lowing the comprehensive and multimodal intersection of Telegraph Road and Franco- mained at the scene. increasing the number of static and roving plans for the County. “Safety is always our nia Road. According to the FCPD, she was In April, Choon Yoo, 77, of Annandale, patrols throughout affected areas to increase top priority and is a vital consideration at on her bicycle and entered the crosswalk to died following a crash at 10 p.m. near the police visibility and enforce laws that make each stage of project design,” VDOT said. At cross Telegraph Road on the south side of the intersection of Little River Turnpike and the roads safer, according to Sgt. Hudson the project development stage, VDOT will Franconia Road intersection. Al varez Rome- Backlick Road. Detectives determined that Bull. “While enforcement and education ef- initiate all highway construction projects ro proceeded east through the intersection Yoo was crossing Little River Turnpike and forts are underway, the Department relies on with the presumption that the projects shall in front of a 2020 GMC Savanna which was the driver of a 2011 Toyota Corolla on Little its partnership with the community in shar- accommodate bicycling and walking, their traveling north on Telegraph Road and had River Turnpike and struck Yoo. ing our message to increase public safety,” planning document states.

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He will miss the people in high school most. “Even earn a record amount though all the people you meet are by chance and just who you have in your classes, it’s of scholarships. like a social circle you have on the day-to-day that is kind of irreplaceable.” He plans to “get By Jess Kirby a good engineering job somewhere, work for The Connection the EPA or something—whatever happens happens.” n the warm morning of June 10, Lake Braddock Secondary School seniors and McKenzie Shedd, Burke, Lake Braddock their friends and families gathered at Jif- Secondary School graduate McKenzie will be attending the United fy Lube Live to celebrate their commence- O States Naval Academy to major in naval ment—the first time they all gathered together since architecture. She will miss “the freedom to before the pandemic. make mistakes without it changing every- The ceremony opened with the presentation of col- Associate Principal Lindsey Kearns presented the thing. You make a small mistake and it’s fine, ors by the school’s JROTC, followed by a recorded per- faculty award to graduate Taylor Brooke. whatever. You get a B in the class, it doesn’t formance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by singers Photos by Jess Kirby/The Connection matter. In college it’s a bit more intense.” from Lake Braddock Secondary School and elementa- After college “I’m going to graduate and be an officer in the navy, then either do my five ry schools from the area. years and get out and go civilian or make a Principal Dr. Daniel Smith welcomed the graduates career out of it.” and guests with a short address. He noted that the graduates earned a total of $7.88 million in scholar- Logan Gonzalez, Burke, Lake Braddock ships—the highest in Lake Braddock history. Secondary School graduate “Graduates, you’ve been created in order that you Logan will be attending Florida State Uni- might make a difference,” he said. “You have within versity to major in political science. He will you the power to change the world. Your life and what miss “all the connections I made and all the you do with it today, tomorrow and each and every friends I had.” In the future he plans to join the army. day afterward matters, and it will matter forever.” The Lake Braddock Secondary School Senior Choir Sinh Tran, Burke, Lake Braddock Sec- then came to the stage and sang “Will The Circle Be ondary School Unbroken.” Sinh will be attending George Mason Senior Mohamed Messouak followed with his grad- University to study computer engineering, uate address, speaking about the school’s inclusivity but he is unsure about his plans for the future of people from all walks of life and his hopes for the right now. The thing he will miss most is future. “my friends because I’ve only been in high “Education did not make us Bruins great, but it school for a year because of COVID. Probably, I will aided in bringing out the unique greatness that was miss my friends and my already present within each of us,” he said. “Not to teachers.” sound cliché, but we are the future, and last year has shown us that. It is now up to us to step forward, set Kenny Nguyen, Lorton, South County our goals, fulfill them and, all the while, never forget- Senior Mohamed Messouak delivers High School graduate ting our roots as Lake Braddock Bruins.” graduate address. Kenny will be attending George Mason Messouak reminisced about the years they were University to major in information technol- able to attend school in person, seeing fellow students ogy. He will miss “probably the friends and flip water bottles and throw slices of American cheese “It is now up to us to teachers that I’ve encountered throughout on the walls, before COVID-19 changed everything. these four years. They’ve really changed my step forward, set our life for the better.” He is looking forward to “Through the fear of illness and death and the feel- learning more about information technology ing of isolation, we remained strong, resilient Bruins,” goals, fulfill them and, while “making my family proud and hopeful- he said. “We also recognize those among us who have ly living a good life.” supported their families through economic struggles, all the while, never for- those who selflessly wore masks to protect themselves Ayana Ahmed, Lorton, South County and others, those who stood up and protested for High School graduate what they believed to be right.” getting our roots as Ayana will be attending Virginia Com- Associate Principal Lindsey Kearns presented the monwealth University to study pre-dentistry. faculty award to graduate Taylor Brooke. Through Lake Braddock Bruins.” “I’m definitely going to miss the relationships — Mohamed Messouak I created with friends and everyone. I see the Teachers for Tomorrow Program, she received a myself working in an office as an orthodon- guaranteed teaching position in Fairfax County Public in graduate address tist—that’s the main goal right now.” Schools after she graduates from Christopher New- port University’s five-year elementary education mas- “Your senior year began virtually, as you coped with Alina Asmar, Lorton, South County High ter’s program. a global pandemic, and now you are beginning your School graduate “This student served our school as a Bruin Ambas- year with a cicada plague,” she said. “You always said ersity to major in health science with a mi- sador and through their service as a member of the your class would be the one to remember and one nor in child development. Because she will be National Honor Society, the National Art Honor Soci- to write down in Lake Braddock’s history books. Your attending college out of state, she will miss ety and the National Music Honor Society,” she said. class definitely has not disappointed. You will always her “tight-knit” friends and family. “I see my- self going to PA school to become a physician “They are passionate about education, both as a learn- be remembered and cherished by us all.” assistant in the future. er and a future teacher.” With the final turning of the tassels, the class of Senior Class Administrator Teri Hampton then gave 2021 became graduates of Lake Braddock Secondary a speech presenting the class of 2021, drawing on School, despite all the hardships they faced through- Photos by Jess Kirby/The Connection their unique circumstances out their four years. 6 v Burke / Fairfax / Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton / Springfield v June 17-23, 2021 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News

This Summer Will Be a Balancing Act Parents face a dilemma give much needed mental break vs. boosting skills.

By Marilyn Campbell The Connection

s camps, swimming pools and simply spending time with friends were can- celled last summer and then followed Aby a tumultuous school year filled with uncertainty, parents are left to grapple with how to walk the fine line between catching up academ- ically and tending to the overall well-being of their children. Students from preschool to high school might benefit from less focus on summer brain drain and more on brain breaks. “[Students] are absolutely experiencing exhaus- tion and burnout from this school year during the Photo by Jess Kirby/The Connection pandemic,” said Dianne Galasso, LMSW, a mental Principal Gary Morris shared his thoughts about the graduates in health therapist with an online practice. “They the form of a letter to his young daughter ‘as words of hope for her have been pushed to their limits. In order to give future.’ your child an emotional and mental break, parents could try to lower expectations and really listen to what they are needing.” South County Celebrates Creating that balance requires creativity, said Sonia Pruneda-Hernandez, Director of Early Child- hood Education Initiatives at Montgomery College, a ‘Class of Silver Lining’ who suggests enrolling in activities that are de- Photo courtesy of Dianne Galasso, signed to offer fun experiences while also adding a Therapist Dianne Galasso, pictured here with subtle element of academics such as summer read- her grandchildren, says that many children are By Jess Kirby “It is easily one of the greatest ing or other programs. “There are activities that burnt out after the pandemic school year and The Connection silver linings that we have learned, families do within the home and outside of it that supporting their emotional and mental wellbe- if nothing else, that there is noth- can be turned into fun, intentional learning experi- ing should be the priority this summer. n June 10, South ing quite like being physically pres- ences at no cost,” said Pruneda-Hernandez. “Allow- County High School ent around others, and not just ing a child to help with cooking … [and] grocery “Children may want to explore writing short class of 2021 became seeing them if only they turned on shopping while having conversations about what stories or scripts for their favorite television show Oone of the many Fair- their camera,” she said. “As we all they are doing not only promotes learning but can or YouTube influencer, ensuring that whatever is fax County schools to graduate at gathered here together in person strengthen the relationship.” written richly describes main characters, settings Jiffy Lube Live. Throughout the for the first time in over a year, “For older children, an activity like cooking with as well as uses vocabulary from the character’s typ- bright, sunny afternoon, speakers and one final time to say goodbye, a simple recipe is a great way to learn fractions. ical speech patterns,” Wallace said. Additionally, shared their hope for a future in may we take a moment to appreci- Learning a new musical instrument cultivates cre- many museums are opening or, at least, providing the hands of these graduates. ate what it means to be together. ativity and improves memory,” said Lisa Turissini, virtual tours; that may be an opportunity to either The class of 2021 South County Congratulations to the class of the Ed.D., Director of Marymount University’s School physically or virtually visit museums near and far.” Treble Singers opened the ceremo- silver lining, the class of 2021.” of Education. “High school While enjoying unstruc- ny with a recording of “The Star Megan Pastino continued by de- students can always start tured free time children, Spangled Banner.” livering the Honor Graduate Ad- researching colleges and “Over the summer, Wallace warns parents to Class Representative Marie Rep- dress and introducing herself to creatively draft those col- be mindful of excessive czynski gave her acknowledgement the graduates. lege essays. children need time to screen time. Developing speech about South County’s third “While it may seem a little bit “Over the summer, chil- and maintaining a sched- school color, silver, which outlines counterintuitive to introduce my- dren need time to recon- reconnect with friends ule is one way to create a the school’s blue and green logo. self to you all in a ceremony that nect with friends and to healthy balance between “As a silver lining is a positive will end in teary goodbyes… I practice their social skills. and to practice their activities. “Have your outcome of a not-so-great situa- know that I am introducing my- Summer programs and child create a comic strip tion, I believe that we, as a group self not to former classmates, but camps provide an oppor- social skills.” with paper and coloring of 564 seniors, are the embodi- to future politicians, educators, tunity for kids to socialize, — Lisa Turissini, Ed.D. supplies,” he said. “Think ment of the South County silver artists, medical professionals, mili- visit new places, explore about helping your child lining,” she said. “When COVID tary service members, professional and engage in activities write a letter and send it hit… we first experienced a set of athletes, innovators and the build- that connect to academics. But parents can create through snail mail to relatives that they may have silver linings, as being at home ev- ers of our future,” she said. “When these same experiences with their children over not been able to see because of the pandemic.” ery day reminded us of the beauty today is over, and the sun sets on the summer by visiting parks, the zoo or other plac- Not all students have academic deficiencies this of a simpler life. May we all take our high school career, remember es of interest.” summer. “Parents know their children best, but I the time in our future to appreci- to live boldly, to speak up loudly While underscoring the need to maintain and would advise to not overly focus on learning lost,” ate the beauty of simpler moments and often for what is right and to develop writing skills, parents can do so in a way said Turissini “Some students actually excelled aca- such as those.” lead with the confidence that you that is light-hearted and fun, said Brandon C.S. demically during the pandemic. Many will quickly Repczynski later received the are making a difference.” Wallace, Associate Professor, Montgomery College pick up what they’ve missed once things resume Principal’s Award for her natural School of Education. in the fall.” leadership and selflessness. See South County, Page 11 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke / Fairfax / Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton / Springfield v June 17-23, 2021 v 7 News Snapshot of NASA’s Bonnie Hobbs/The Connection Katherine Johnson Katherine Johnson helped send astronaut John Glenn into orbit around the earth and, lat- er, was an integral part of Neil Armstrong’s moon landing. She was also one of the brilliant Black female mathematicians featured in the book and movie, “Hidden Figures.” Born in in 1918, she always loved and ex- celled at math. She started high school at age 10 and graduated Katherine Johnson from college at 18. She was also one of three Black students to With the introduction of integrate West Virginia’s gradu- IBM’s calculating machines ate school in mathematics. and the glitches accompanying In 1952, Johnson joined the them, Glenn famously asked all-Black computing section at engineers for Johnson to run the National Advisory Commit- the numbers before his takeoff. tee for Aeronautics (NACA). “If she says they’re good, then Five years later, she became part I’m ready to go,” he said. The of NACA’s Space Task Group flight was a success and marked which later became NASA. a turning point in the space race Fairfax City officials (including Mayor David Meyer, fourth from left, Johnson family mem- She was a team member between America and the Sovi- bers and City Schools Supt. Phyllis Pajardo (at far right) gather after the ceremony. who worked on various space et Union. projects. And according to Johnson retired in 1986, af- NASA, in 1962, Johnson “was ter 33 years at NASA. And in called upon to do the work she 2015, she was awarded the ‘An Icon of Courage, Hope would become most known Presidential Medal of Freedom, for” – preparing for Glenn’s or- America’s highest civilian hon- bital mission and controlling or, by President Barack Obama. the trajectory of his Friendship She died in 2020 at age 101. and Unlimited Potential’ 7 capsule mission from liftoff to splashdown. — Bonnie Hobbs

Fairfax school renamed for “redemption” for its former moniker. Eighth-grad- er Genesis Say said Johnson “made a great impact NASA’s Katherine Johnson. on the world.” But until the movie, “Hidden Fig- ures,” not many people knew about it. So, she said, By Bonnie Hobbs “With the school named after her, more people will The Connection explore her story.” Seventh-grader Isabella Benavides, on the name- o longer honoring a Confederate soldier, change committee, called it “a new start for the Fairfax City’s middle school is now named school, the county and everyone. I think it’s great after famed NASA mathematician, Kath- that we’re doing this.” So does school Principal Tam- Nerine Johnson. With a slew of dignitaries, my Hanna. plus Johnson’s relatives in attendance, a joyful renam- “We were thrilled when the Board selected some- ing ceremony was held June 4. one who’d broken barriers, because that’s what we tell “I couldn’t think of a more inspiring person to go our children, all the time,” said Hanna. “And Kather- into the future with than Katherine Johnson,” said ine Johnson broke through barriers, not only of race, Fairfax City School Board member Jon Buttram. “I’m but gender. She was a behind-the-scenes person. And enthusiastic about it and am looking forward to this in middle school, you invest in kids, but don’t always school continuing to be great, but under a new ban- get to see the fruit. So this is a very appropriate name ner.” for a middle school.” Bonnie Hobbs/The Connection Board colleague Mitch Sutterfield said Johnson’s Surrounded by students, dignitaries and Johnson family members, name is “instantly recognizable” and gives the school See School, Page 9 Principal Tammy Hanna is about to cut the ribbon on the school.

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(From left) are Valerie Johnson and Dr. Aprille Ericsson. (From left) are Mildred and Pamela Johnson. Fairfax School Renamed for NASA’s Katherine Johnson

From Page 8 questions. You might be the one asking what everyone else wanted to know. Know your learning style and JOHNSON’S NIECE, Valerie Johnson, an FCPS math follow your passions. Katherine Johnson wasn’t afraid resource specialist, was “elated that they chose her to tell people what they didn’t want to hear, and she name and she’s finally being recognized for the work always did her best.” she’s done for NASA and the world. Every summer, I’d School Board member Toby Sorensen said that, as visit with her and my uncle James in Hampton Roads. a Black woman in the 1950s, “Johnson breached the She loved to entertain, tutor, sing in her church choir boundaries of what was expected from someone of and garden – and everything she did was math-re- her race. We want her name to inspire current and lated. But when I was growing up, African-American future students. Like her, reach for the stars and soar, women weren’t revered, so I didn’t recognize the mag- Eagles, soar.” nitude of what she’d done. Without social media, if School alumni and 2006 Nobel Prize winner in medi- people didn’t celebrate us, we had to write our own cine, Dr. Craig Mello, sent a video congratulating John- narratives and tell our own stories.” son’s family, plus Fairfax City Schools “for having the Samantha Richards, president of Katherine John- wisdom to choose this name. Science unifies all people son’s sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha called the renaming because it values questions, rather than beliefs, and “amazing. She’s definitely no more a hidden figure, searches for answers to make this world a better place.” but an icon of courage, hope and unlimited poten- Dr. Aprille Ericsson, of NASA’s Goddard Space Flight tial. I knew Dr. Johnson over 36 Center, was an aerospace engi- years, and she’ll continue being neer, has led space-flight mis- a launching pad for others.” “We were thrilled sion teams, and designed and Another niece, Pamela John- built systems to manage space- son, was “excited and honored when the Board craft. An MIT grad, she’s the that they selected her name for first Black woman to obtain a a school. She always wanted selected someone Ph.D in chemical engineering to educate children, so this is a from Howard University. wonderful honor for her.” Also who’d broken barri- at the ceremony were relatives AT THE RENAMING CERE- Carol Jones, Katherine John- ers, because that’s MONY, she said, “Dr. Johnson son’s brother-in-law, Lonnie shows us that, by studying and Johnson, and sister-in-law, Mil- what we tell our chil- working hard, you can make a dred Johnson. difference. As a child, I was in- “We’re happy this recognition dren, all the time,” spired by the Apollo missions, has been given to her,’ said Mil- — Principal Tammy Hanna but had no idea Johnson was dred Johnson. “She was an out- instrumental in getting us into standing role model, especially space. We both attended HB- in the sciences, for young girls and women. A brilliant CUs [Historically Black Colleges or Universities] and mathematician, she helped write the formula to put a broke barriers in our academic careers. And all you man on the moon. And we thank the school and Fair- scholars can do it, too. I’m fortunate to have known fax City for this honor.” Katherine – whose broad shoulders I stand on. We Welcoming everyone to the ceremony, City Schools both taught at Black public schools, and teachers are Superintendent Phyllis Pajardo said, “Names matter rock stars.” and tell people they’re valued. We thank the School As a young girl, said Valerie Johnson, “I just knew Board – it’s the reason we’re here today. And we’re her as Aunt Katherine – a woman of character, poise tremendously honored to have members of Katherine and grace. As an adult, I learned she had superpowers. Johnson’s family with us. She had passion, courage and perseverance, sent as- “This school joins a handful of public buildings in tronauts to the moon and back, and taught us the im- Fairfax City named after women – and the first named possible is possible. So students, dream bigger, think after a woman of color,” continued Pajardo. “That is bigger and do bigger, just like my aunt.” historic. And as the first Black woman to serve as Fair- Closing out the ceremony, Pajardo thanked the fax City Schools superintendent, it means I can see Johnson family for “sharing a part of your loved one a Black woman featured prominently in this school.” with us. We welcome you to the Katherine Johnson Hanna then explained some of Johnson’s quotes Middle School family, and we’ll work hard to make to the students, telling them, “Never be afraid to ask her proud.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Burke / Fairfax / Fairfax Station/Clifton/Lorton / Springfield v June 17-23, 2021 v 9 Classified WWW.CONNECTIONNEWSPAPERS.COM To Advertise in This Paper, Call by Monday 11:00 am 703-778-9411

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All allows for quieter play with softer bub- mph, ball speeds over 225 mph, and balls Call 703-549-0004 of the following appointments/procedures have to be blers and interactive water tables while the carrying up to 400 yards. Activities include for advertising information completed this day - or else. If not, it could adverse- computerized water maze and dumping crab a long drive contest, swing demonstrations, ly affect the timing and suitability of my treatment basket provide more lively activity. Located trick shots, and even crowd participation. going forward. Not to exaggerate too much but, my at Lee District Park at 6601 Telegraph Road, life could be at risk if all of the following are not Franconia. Visit https://www.fairfaxcounty. SUNDAY/JUNE 20 ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL adhered to:) gov/parks/recenter/lee-district/family-recre- Celebrate the Summer Solstice. Celebrate the Lab work at 9am-ish required for my every-four ation-area. longest day of the year at the “Summer week-bone-strengthening shot. Nuclear medicine Solstice Campfire” at Hidden Oaks Nature at 9:30 for the isotope injection for my 12:45 bone GOLF CAMPS Center, 7702 Royce Street, Annandale. scan. After leaving Nuclear Medicine, I head to Ra- Join the nationwide resurgence of the lifelong Learn to separate fact and fiction regarding diology where I have a 10:30 am CT scan. When my game of golf. Laurel Hill Golf Club and Twin midsummer and its celestial events, and head scan is completed (it only takes a few minutes but Lakes Golf Course are offering weeklong out on a hike to wait for the sun to set. Enjoy generally speaking, they’re not on time), I then go to summer camps taught by professionals from roasting marshmallows around a campfire. the Infusion Center where I will get my every-four- The Eisman Golf Academy. Junior golfers ages This program is designed for participants age week bone strengthening shot. (Again the shot itself 8-14 will learn and improve on golf funda- 6 to adult. It runs on Sunday, June 20, 2021, and vitals only takes a few minutes, but again, the mentals in a fun environment. Class sizes from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $7 per process can take up to 30 minutes depending on the are limited for personalized instruction and person. For more information, call 703-941- LANDSCAPING LANDSCAPING activities of the oncology nurses and the pharmacy’s camp includes on-course play. Also included 1065. availability to prepare the medicine and the printing are swag bags, hat, games and prizes. Camps of my usual and customary paperwork.) Next - and will take place at Laurel Hill June 14 -18 and FRIDAY/JULY 2 finally, I go back to Nuclear Medicine for my actual July 12-16, 2021; and at Twin Lakes on June Fourth of July at Workhouse Arts Center. Get bone scan at 12:45. This scan will read the nuclear 21-25, July 19-23, and Aug. 9-13, 2021. All your early bird tickets until June 15th. camps run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register, isotopes injected into my body at 9:30. The scan Join them on Friday, July 2 for the Annual takes about 40 minutes as it crosses my body head visit the Junior Golf Fairfax website. Workhouse Fireworks Event. The community to toe to assess the condition of my bones. (The con- Laurel Hill Golf Club is located at 8701 Laurel event is re-imagined and redesigned to better dition of my bones is not great. Unfortunately, It’s a Hill Crest Drive in Lorton. Twin Lakes Golf serve the community. VIP Entertainment will side effect of my thyroid cancer medicine as well as Course is located at 6201 Union Mill Road in feature the U.S. Navy Band and DJ Nose. Summer Cleanup... Clifton. Arrive early for other surprises between 5 the 11 previous years of miscellaneous chemothera- and 6 p.m. Drive In Tail Gate Entertainment pies.) When this last scan is completed, my medical NOW THRU JULY 4 will include a visit from Uncle Sam, Julia the day is done and I will then be free to go. I will likely Paintings by Rich Moore. At the Loft Gallery, Balloon Twister, art demos and a performance get home at approximately 3 pm, seven hours after 33 Mill Street, Second Floor, Occoquan. by the famous Great Zucchini. I left home. “The skies proclaim the work of His hands.” This jam-packed day is a first and hopefully will Psalm 19:1 showcases the artistry of versatile FAIRFAX STATION RAILROAD MUSEUM be a last. On occasion, I have had a CT scan and a landscape oil painter, Rich Moore as he brain MRI on the same day (BOGO I jokingly refer REOPENS to it), but never have I had medical madness (five endeavors to reveal a unique glimpse into the The Fairfax Station Railroad Museum is re- separate appointments) as I will on June 24th, the magnificence and wonder of the “handiwork opening on Sunday, July 11, 2021, with a of God.” Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11 “Welcome Back” event from noon - 3 p.m. consequences to my health notwithstanding. Hope- a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; and with free admission, tours and refreshments. fully, by the end of the week - before the weekend of Sunday, Noon-5 p.m. Online Facebook Live Docents will provide tours featuring new worrying, I will have heard back from my oncologist Artist’s Reception: Friday, June 11, 2021 7:00 exhibits. Young visitors can enjoy puzzles and then we’ll deal with the consequences of all Landscape Drainage Landscape Drainage pm https://www.facebook.com/loftgalleryoc- and other attractions. Museum members will these previous actions. The waiting is not a huge coquan. discuss volunteer opportunities for those in- deal. I have been there and done that for 12 and half terested. For more information on volunteer years going back to late February, 2009 when I was JUNE 9-JULY 18 opportunities, visit volunteers@fairfax-sta- initially diagnosed. ”Renewal.” At The Torpedo Factory Artists @ tion.org or 703-425-9225. For questions However this is not “concierge care.” Any one Mosaic, a satellite gallery sponsored by the about the Museum, visit information@ of these five appointments could be missed for any Torpedo Factory Artists’ Association, located fairfax-station.org. The Museum is located at number of to-be-expected complications when med- in the Mosaic District shopping area at 2905 11200 Fairfax Station Road in Fairfax Station. ical care is scheduled. Emergencies, double-booked District Avenue, #105, Fairfax. Open Wednes- Visit www.fairfax-station.org; 703-425-9225. appointments, staff shortages and longer than day thru Sunday 11 – 7. anticipated appointments could all affect my day of semi-judgment. And if any one of these appoint- ments/procedures doesn’t occur as scheduled, my care/my life expectancy could be jeopardized. From experience I can tell you, when this cancer patient South County Celebrates has experienced delays and rescheduled appoint- ments due to lab work (low white blood count, high creatinine levels, high or low calcium, above-nor- mal potassium and on occasion low magnesium), a Class of 2021 treatment is stopped until levels return to a more normal number. In the interim, after your treatment has been stopped, your life begins to pass by you From Page 7 Award-winning journalist Ashlie Ro- as you (at least I did) think that a delay in treatment driguez delivered the keynote address, puts your survival at risk. I mean, if your treatment In his address, Principal Gary Morris telling the graduates to remember the is stopped at all, how does that stop the cancer from shared his thoughts about the graduates resilience they built up during the pan- damaging you worse than it already has? Whether a in the form of a letter to his young daugh- demic and to use it for the future. She week or two delay really matters, no one can say for sure. 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