Uniting for the Future of Fairfax County and Its Children

One United Fairfax brings together public institutions, private companies, and community leaders to address our challenges and create pathways to success for all students and families.

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The Challenges Facing Fairfax County Education Today

Fiscal Pressures

Fairfax County Public Schools, like many top districts across the nation, face mounting budget constraints that directly impact educational quality. With an expected shortfall of nearly $300 million, FCPS will be forced to make difficult choices between maintaining facilities, investing in technology, and providing competitive teacher salaries. This financial strain limits innovative programming, reduces enrichment opportunities, and threatens the district’s ability to maintain its reputation for educational excellence.

Infrastructure Needs

Fairfax County Public School’s infrastructure crisis represents one of the most significant challenges facing our educational system. With a growing $14.4 billion maintenance backlog—approximately 380% of the total annual budget—many schools operate with outdated facilities, inefficient systems, and spaces that no longer support modern learning needs. This not only creates potential health and safety concerns but also diminishes the quality of the learning environment and limits the implementation of technology-enabled instruction. Students simply cannot reach their full potential in deteriorating facilities.

Lack of Educational Opportunities

Despite Fairfax County’s overall educational strength, significant opportunity gaps persist across the district. Many students lack visibility into potential career paths and struggle to connect their education to real-world opportunities. The current system remains fragmented, with limited project-based learning and insufficient focus on educational curiosity. Most concerning is that resource access varies dramatically across communities, leaving many students without the guidance, connections, and experiences needed to develop their full potential. As a result, these students fail to identify or pursue promising career paths that align with their interests and abilities.

Workforce Readiness

A critical skills gap continues to widen between what students learn in school and what employers need in the workplace. Fairfax County’s education system, like many across America, remains largely disconnected from workforce needs, creating a significant economic alignment problem. Local businesses struggle to develop early and sustainable talent pipelines, while many graduates enter the workforce unprepared for available positions. This misalignment leads to increased recruiting costs, talent migration out of the region, and lost economic growth potential for the entire community. Without a comprehensive platform connecting student development to real-world opportunities, both students and employers lose valuable opportunities.

One United Fairfax: A Public-Private Partnership Approach

Established Partnership Infrastructure

Modeled after Fairfax County’s own Healthcare Highway (a partnership between Claude Moore, Inova, and local educational institutions)
DREAMSTREAM Academy’s leadership already integrated with key decision-makers
One United Fairfax creates streamlined implementation pathway

Unmatched Corporate Ecosystem

Direct access to global financial institutions and technology leaders
Corporate partners actively seeking innovative talent pipeline solutions
Private sector leadership ready to fill educational innovation gaps

ONE UNITED FAIRFAX

Public-private partnership framework connecting all elements
Innovative governance model bridging education, business, and government

Federal Realignment Opportunity

Strategic positioning amid Department of Education transformation
Proximity to DC decision-makers enables policy innovation showcase
Model for education reform that transcends political divides
Opportunity to demonstrate private-sector led educational excellence

Critical Need Meets Resource Potential

One of America’s largest school districts ($4.0B annual budget)
$14.4B maintenance backlog creating urgency for innovative funding models
Co-founded by educational talent from one of the nation’s most prestigious educational institutions – Harvard University

Creating Roadmaps to Success

Founding Partners

Our founding corporate partners represent industry leaders who recognize that educational innovation is essential to their long-term success. These visionary companies are investing their resources, expertise, and influence to help design career pathways that align with future workforce needs. By engaging early in students’ educational journeys, these partners gain access to talent 4-6 years before traditional recruitment while simultaneously fulfilling their commitment to community development and social responsibility.

These visionary organizations are investing in the future of Fairfax County by supporting educational innovation and career pathway development.