Oakcrest Teacher To Be Awarded By Georgetown University

Georgetown University has announced its Harold N. Glassman Distinguished Dissertation Award in the Social Sciences for 2019 to be awarded to Dr. Celia Zamora, Foreign Languages Master Teacher at Oakcrest. The award is given to honor truly distinguished dissertations in the social sciences, sciences, and humanities. One award is available in each of the three broad disciplinary areas.
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The title of the dissertation of Dr. Zamora is “The Secret is in the Processing: A Study of Levels of Explicit Computerized Feedback in Heritage and L2 Learners of Spanish.” According to Vienna Connection, "She holds several advanced degrees including a Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics from Georgetown University; M.S. in Spanish Linguistics, Georgetown University; M.A. in Linguistics, Florida International University; and B.A. in English Literature and Japanese Culture Studies, Florida International University. Other publications include Leow, R. & Zamora, C. (2017). “Intentional and Incidental Learning” in The Routledge Handbook of Instructed Second Language Acquisition, and “Does, um, the medium, uh, matter? Measuring fluency through filled pauses in Face-to-Face and Teletandem communicative groups.” Dr. Zamora will be awarded on Friday, May 17 at Georgetown’s Graduate Commencement Ceremony.
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Properties in Vienna

Significant Price Adjustment! This impressive home offers an incredible opportunity in desirable Vienna.

1634 Hicks Dr

Quality built in 2011, this Vienna gem with more than 6500sf of living space has been impeccably maintained by the original owners and offers exceptional value. This beauty sparkles inside and out from the gracious curb appeal that is enhanced by the long drive leading to the 3 car garage, to the inviting outdoor spaces of this .59 acre landscaped property. The Leesburg model offers an exceptional floor plan and glorious natural light. The main and upper levels feature 9 foot ceilings which add an open, spacious feel to every room. The impressive foyer boasts vaulted ceilings and a captivating oak staircase with iron spindles leading to the formal living room and dining room with triple crown molding, walls of windows and nice views. The main level library with French doors and custom built-ins is a bright work from home space. Entertaining will be easy in the gourmet kitchen which flows to the family room for cozy chats by the fireplace, or enjoy the inviting sunroom with doors that open to the back patio for a barbecue or s'mores at the firepit. The upper level boasts the owner's suite; a generously sized guest suite, 2 additional bedrooms that share a buddy bath, and a desirable bedroom level laundry room. The lower level with in-law suite is light and bright and offers a fantastic hang out space for movie or sports watching on the large projection screen. Sidle up to the bar for your favorite beverage or get fit in your home gym complete with specialty flooring. Super convenient location - walk to see a show at Wolf Trap, stroll to the gardens at Meadowlark , or bike on the W&OD Trail. Enjoy the Vienna lifestyle at the Halloween Parade, Viva Vienna, Oktoberfest and so many more local events. Minutes to Tysons for shopping and restaurants. Easy access to major commuter routes and both the Silver and Orange Line. Excellent Schools: Wolf Trap Elementary, Kilmer Middle and Marshall HS. Marshall offers the sought after International Baccalaureate Progam, or if an A/P curriculum is desired there is an option to pupil place at Madison HS. [Chapel Hill - $1,800,000]

***Price Improvement***Fresh paint and new carpet*****Charming brick colonial, tucked away on peaceful cul de sac in a secluded Vienna neighborhood.

8417 Woodford Ct

Convenient to Tysons Corner, several Metro stops, Town of Vienna, pedestrian & biking trails, parks, and so much more! This lovingly cared for home offers four large bedrooms and two and a half baths. The beautifully remodeled kitchen is the heart of this home. Enjoy the calming wooded view of the backyard through the large sliding glass door in the eat-in kitchen. The new low maintenance composite deck provides additional entertaining space. Family room features a fireplace and large living room and dining room round out the main floor. The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. The upstairs hall full bath is easily accessed by the three additional ample-sized bedrooms. Unfinished basement, laundry room, and oversized garage complete the lower level. ****2024 - Fresh Paint and New Carpet , 2019 - Composite Deck, Vinyl Siding, Anderson Sliding Glass Door, Front Door, Garage Doors and Openers, and Front Lights, 2017- HVAC, 2011 - HW Heater, 2006 - Kitchen Updated**** [Woodford Oaks - $965,000]

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8882 Ashgrove House Ln

M.! LIVE, WORK, COMMUTE AND PLAY AT YOUR DOORSTEP! Welcome Home to this Rarely Available Luxury, Stately, Brick 4-Level End-Unit Townhome located in the Premier GATED, Most Coveted Neighborhood in Tysons - Westwood Village! This Gorgeous, Light-filled, Pottery Barn Home boasts Brand New Hardwood Floors, 9+ Foot Ceilings, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Large Eat-in Gourmet Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and Granite Countertops, Fresh Paint, Walkout Basement with Fireplace, Deck, Dual HVAC, Upstairs Laundry, and 2 Car Garage. With 4 Light & Bright Levels, this Meticulously Updated Home offers 3 Large Bedrooms (including Two Primary Bedroom Suites) with Spacious Walk-in Closets & 3.5 Bathrooms! When parking is at a premium, this home has a 2 Car Garage as well as a permit for 1 owner and 1 visitor parking! Gated Community backs to a Wooded Reserve & Trails! Enjoy all Westwood Village has to offer with Community Pool, Exercise Facilities & more! 1 BLOCK TO METRO STATION, Tysons West Shops & Restaurants, Large Grocery Store, State-of-the Art Fitness Club and over a dozen restaurants! Commuter's Dream with easy access to Metro, Dulles Toll Road, I-495, Route 7, I-66 & more! [Tysons Village - $999,999]

BUILDERS PERSONAL RESIDENCE.

327 Owaissa Rd SE

ASK ABOUT SPECIAL FINANCING TERMS AVAILABLE, 30 YEAR FIXED at 5.875THE “AIDEN II” by SEKAS HOMES with 3 Car Side-Load Garage & Pool. Desirable .69 Acre Rectangular Lot. Deep Homesite on One of the Oldest/Most Sought After Streets in Vienna! MODERN LUXURY with a CASUAL ELEGANCE. Evoking a casual elegance there is a fluidity between the rooms, offering both private family/guest spaces as well as gathering areas conducive to informal gatherings. From the gallery foyer, you’ll find a private in-home office, formal dining room, and light-filled family room with gas fireplace. Cooks will enjoy a well-appointed kitchen with three walls of custom cabinetry and a large informal dining area great for entertaining. A guest suite with a full bath and screened porch with a deck complete the main level. Upstairs, each bedroom has a private bathroom and walk-in closet. A spacious owner’s suite includes two large walk-in closets, a dressing area, and deluxe bath with a separate shower, soaking tub, and water closet. Optional bonus room, accessed from a separate stair off the main level mud room, has a private bathroom and is a great space for guests, in-laws, or hobby/office space. The customized lower level features a walk-out rec room, exercise space, theater, and bedroom/bath. LUXURY FEATURES: • Builder’s Personal Residence. Custom Designs to Aiden II Model by Sekas Homes, Ltd. • 7 Bed 7.5 Baths • Oversized 3-Car Garage • .69 Acre Private Homesite • Homesite on One of the Oldest/Most Sought After Streets in Vienna! • Fully Amenitized Outdoor Living Space EXTERIOR FEATURES: • Andersen® 400 Series Windows • 3 Car Garage w/ 9’ & 18’ Garage Doors - Wifi Connected for Remote Open- Epoxy Floors- Metal Work Bench & Cabinets- Stainless Steel Wash Sink w/ Faucet & Hose Faucet • Screened in Porch & Open Deck-Outdoor Sunbrite® TV- Ceiling Infratech® Heaters- Sonos® Speakers -Connected to TV or for Music- Gas Line Run to Open Deck for Gas Grill • Rear Yard Fire Pit w/ Pebble Surround • Covered Front Porch • 18 x 35 Custom Designed Heated Pool w/ Built-In Spa – Controlled by WiFi- Custom Lights in Pool & Spa- Custom Water Feature Waterfall- Custom Deck Jets for Pool Deck- Automatic Cover- Hidden Pool Equipment • Oversized Pool Patio • Pool Shower to Rinse Before Using Pool • Fully Fenced Yard - Giant Green Arborvitaes Screening Neighbor’s Yards • Full Sprinkler System - Yard & Landscaping (Controlled by WiFi) MAIN LEVEL FEATURES: • 10’ First Floors • 1st Floor Guest Suite w/ Full Bath • Stained Oak Stairs Throughout • Au Pair Suite w/ Full Bath & Private Staircase in Mud Room- 10’ Floors In Suite- Enough Height/Space for Golf Simulator • 65” 4k Sony® Smart TV in Family to Remain- Connected to Ceiling Sonos® Speakers • Floor to Ceiling Cabinets in Kitchen • High End Thermador® Appliance Package (WiFi Connected) - Full Range & Combo Over • Butler’s Pantry w/ Beverage Center • Washer & Dryer Prep in Mud Room • Passive Heat Fireplace in Family Room • Coffered Ceiling in Family Room • Built in Cabinets in Family Room (Can Add Shelves If Desired) SECOND FLOOR FEATURES: • High End Ceramic w/ Custom Design in Owner’s Bath Shower • Custom Closets in Owner’s Bedroom & Bedroom 2 • 75” 4k Sony® Smart TV in Owner’s Bedroom to Remain LOWER LEVEL FEATURES: • Finished Basement • Half Walk Out Basement • 9’ Basement Floors • Basement Wet Bar w/ Beverage Center • Fully Furnished Exercise Room w/ Equipment to Remain • Full Theater Room with In-wall Speaker Surround Sound and Subwoofer - 100” 4k Sony® Smart TV to Remain EXTRA FEATURES: • 6,556 Finished SF • 556 Unfinished SF/ Storage Room • Duel Fuel Generac® Generator • Full Home Sonos® Package for WiFi Enabled Speakers- Owner’s Bedroom- Kitchen- Study- Deck - Screened in Porch - Basement • ly Filtered Water System - Entire House • Ring® Camera System w/ [ - $3,150,000]

UNDER CONSTRUCTION! NEW CONSTRUCTION SEKAS HOMES.

1653 Massonoff Ct

BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION BY SEKAS HOMES. THE CHANTICLEER III, THIS CENTER HALL PLAN SHOWCASES ELEGANT BALANCE IN IT'S FLOW OF WELL THOUGHT-OUT LIVING SPACES. THE CHANTICLEER III COMPLIMENTS TODAY'S FAST-PACED FAMILY. 2 CAR FRONT-LOAD GARAGE . STUDY AND DINING AREAS OFF THE FOYER. THE REAR OF THE HOME OFFERS A LARGE FAMILY-ROOM WITH A GAS FIREPLACE & KITCHEN & NOOK AND OVERSIZED CENTER-ISLAND AND UPSCALE CHEFS-INSPIRED GOURMET KITCHEN. WALK-IN PANTRY TERRIFIC KITCHEN TO COOK -IN & ENTERTAIN-IN. SCREEN-PORCH & TREX DECK OFF KITCHEN/NOOK. MUDROOM WITH BENCHES & CUBBIES. 9' CEILINGS THREE FLOORS. FAMILY ENTRANCE WITH MUDROOM AND BUILT-IN BENCHES & HOOKS & CUBBIES. UPSTAIRS IS A SPACIOUS PRIMARY SUITE AND THREE LARGE SECONDARY BEDROOMS FOR KIDS AND GUESTS EACH WITH ITS OWN BATHROOM. UNWIND IN THE OVER-SIZED PRIMARY SUITE SLEEPING AREA ALONG WITH TWO WALK-IN CLOSETS. THE PRIMARY BATH ITSELF HAS A LUXURIOUS BATH & OVERSIZED SHOWER AND FREE-STANDING SOAKING TUB IN YOUR PRIVATE RETREAT. FENCED REAR YARD W/ 6' BOARD-ON-BOARD WITH TWO GATES. THIS IS NEW CONSTRUCTION. FINISHED LOWER LEVEL WITH RECREATION ROOM,, BEDROOM 5/BATH 5 & EXERCISE ROOM INCLUDED AS WELL. NEW CONSTRUCTION BY SEKAS HOMES. [The Trails - $2,181,420]

BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION BY SEKAS HOMES.

1112 Fairway Dr NE

THE CHANTICLEER III, THIS CENTER HALL PLAN SHOWCASES ELEGANT BALANCE IN IT'S FLOW OF WELL THOUGHT-OUT LIVING SPACES. THE CHANTICLEER III COMPLIMENTS TODAY'S FAST-PACED FAMILY. 2 CAR FRONT-LOAD GARAGE WITH 4' EXTENSION FOR ADDED STORAGE. . STUDY AND DINING AREAS OFF THE FOYER. THE REAR OF THE HOME OFFERS A LARGE FAMILY-ROOM & KITCHEN WITH A FIREPLACE AND UPSCALE CHEFS-INSPIRED GOURMET KITCHEN AND WALK-IN PANTRY . SCREEN PORCH AND TREX DECK OFF NOOK..TERRIFIC KITCHEN TO COOK -IN & ENTERTAIN-IN. 9' CEILINGS THREE FLOORS. FAMILY ENTRANCE WITH MUDROOM AND BUILT-IN BENCHES & HOOKS & CUBBIES. UPSTAIRS IS A SPACIOUS PRIMARY SUITE AND THREE LARGE SECONDARY BEDROOMS FOR KIDS AND GUESTS EACH WITH ITS OWN BATHROOM. UNWIND IN THE OVER-SIZED PRIMARY SUITE SLEEPING AREA ALONG WITH TWO WALK-IN CLOSETS. THE MASTER BATH ITSELF HAS A LUXURIOUS BATH & OVERSIZED SHOWER IN YOUR PRIVATE RETREAT. THIS IS NEW CONSTRUCTION. FINISHED LOWER LEVEL WITH RECREATION ROOM, TWO-PIECE WET BAR, BEDROOM 5/BATH 5 & EXERCISE ROOM INCLUDED AS WELL. NEW CONSTRUCTION BY SEKAS HOMES. FENCED REAR YARD! MOVE-IN NOW! [Westbriar Country Club Estates - $2,214,395]

Welcome to this exquisite 4-level, 4-bedroom, 3-full-bath, 2-half-bath end unit townhome that epitomizes modern luxury living.

7980 Vigne Ct

The gourmet kitchen, complete with a spacious island, is a culinary enthusiast's dream. Natural light pours into the home through the large windows highlighting the stunning hardwood floors that grace the main living areas. The family room adjacent to the kitchen provides a cozy space for gatherings and relaxation. Step outside onto the large balcony off the kitchen, ideal for morning coffee or evening entertaining. Each level of this townhome offers a distinct and functional layout, providing ample space for both privacy and shared living. Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car garage with additional storage, perfect for organizing and storing essentials. Community amenities include Pool, Fitness Center, Playground & Dog Park. Less than a mile from I-495 and Tysons Corner shopping center and restaurants. Just 1.4 mile to Greensboro Metro Station and 2 miles to Dunn Loring Metro Station. [Reserve At Tysons Corner - $1,050,000]

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Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.