On April 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Manassas Campus of Northern Virginia Community College will celebrate National DNA Day with several activities. National DNA Day commemorates the discovery of the double helix in 1953 and the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003.

An advanced directive or living will let your loved ones know how you wish to be cared for if you cannot communicate this yourself. Find out about advanced directives, healthcare power of attorney and living wills at two free forums on April 15, sponsored by Prince William Health System.

Clarence (Tripp) Burton III, an assistant principal at Fauquier County's Kettle Run High School, will become principal of Fauquier High School July 1 upon the retirement of longtime FHS Principal Roger Sites.

Area students interested in attending one of the nation’s service academies can get information during the 10th District Academy Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, at the Loudoun County School Board Office in Ashburn.

According to a news release from the office of Senator Mark Warner, high school and middle school students, their parents, and guidance counselors to Academy Day 2013 on Saturday, April 20, in Charlottesville.

Foreign-educated immigrants often struggle to find jobs in the U.S. that match the education and experience obtained previously in their home country. Northern Virginia Community College is hosting two events April 2-3 to help skilled immigrants pursue further education, obtain professional licensing or certification, and find suitable employment in the United States.

All 11 of Fauquier County’s elementary schools will hold kindergarten registration April 15-19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. all five days. Additional information may be obtained by calling the child’s school.

Lake Ridge Middle School will host an open house on Thursday, April 11, at 7 p.m. Parents and guardians are encouraged to meet their child's teachers and visit their classrooms.