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April 3, 2019
Join Us Tomorrow for WSES Spirit Night!
 Doors open at 6:00 p.m. - Game starts at 6:30 p.m.
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No School for Students Friday, April 5th!
The last day of the third quarter is Thursday, April 4. Friday, April 5, is a Teacher Workday; there will be no school for students. See the 2018-19 School Year Calendar: http://bit.ly/2OC8USe .
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Restaurant Week: Now thru April 8th!
For the last restaurant night of the year, we will actually be expanding it from one night to eight! April 1-8th we will be working with Glory Days for our PTA restaurant nights. Note: this time frame includes Spirit Night, so if you are looking for a yummy meal before the basketball game, consider Glory Days. Families can attend any Glory Days, the closest to the school is at 13850 Braddock Rd, Centreville. This time will be slightly different; please bring in the itemized receipts to school! All receipts will be collected and turned in to the front office to ensure our school gets credit!
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Parents/Guardians:
Please check your email for a link to FCPS' Family Engagement Survey. Your input on how our schools can best engage with you, as we prepare your children for college and beyond, is essential!
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The survey will be available between March 24 - April 12, 2019.
Here are the ways you can complete the survey.
- Check your email after March 24 for an invitation with a survey link from Dr. Scott Brabrand, Superintendent with subject line: FCPS Family Engagement Survey.
- Ask the front office staff for a paper survey. You can complete it right there on the spot.
- Complete the online survey using one of the school computers. The office staff would be happy to show you an available computer for you to complete the survey electronically at the school.
We honor your opinion and commitment to your child and our schools. We strive to make it a better place for ALL.
For more information, please contact the main office at 703-679-6000.
WSES Students Showcase Artwork at 2019 Fairfax Pyramid Art Show
Several of our talented students were invited to feature their artwork in the Fairfax Pyramid Art Show last night. We have so many amazing artists here at Willow Springs. View more of our artists' work @WSESfox.
50 days of school left = Kindergarten 50s Day
 Can you believe last Wednesday marked 50 days left of this school year?
Kindergarten took it back to the 50’s. Activities included a sock hop, drive in movie, games, root beer floats, and more!
5th Graders Build Radios with Snap Circuits
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WSES Spirit Night
Thursday, April 4th
Centreville HS
6:00 p.m.
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Are you going to be cheering for Team Foxes or Team Willows? Blue or Green? On Thursday, April 4th, we will be hosting our annual Spirit Night at Centreville High School where Team Foxes, coached by Mr. Campen, will take on Team Willow, coached by Mr. Taylor. In addition to a great game of basketball, spectators will enjoy our very own Fox Ensemble kicking off the festivities by performing our National Anthem followed by halftime entertainment from our Jump Rope Team and Zumba Club. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the tip-off is at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $3.00; Spirit wear, food, and drinks will be available for purchase. We have limited square readers available for credit card transactions so in order to ensure the lines move quickly, cash transactions are preferred.
Scorekeepers and Announcers: Senorita Golden, Mrs. McGinty, Ms. Mikesell, and Mrs. Murray
Foxes
Blue Jersey
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Willow
Green Jersey
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| Coach Campen |
Coach Principal Taylor |
| Ms. Armstrong |
Ms. Adamczk |
| Mr. Bullen |
Ms. Boger |
| Ms. Chaar |
Mr. Burda |
| Ms. Claudio |
Ms. Carroll |
| Ms. Heslep |
Ms. Chambers |
| Ms. Iyer |
Ms. Hassen |
| Ms. Krimmer |
Mr. McGeary |
| Mr. McLaughlin |
Ms. Nicholas |
| Mr. Spicer |
Mr. Paez |
| Ms. Stough |
Mr. Silvis |
| Ms. Voelkel |
Ms. Stavros |
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Ms. Willison |
Youth Cultural Book & Arts Festival
Sunday, April 7 from 1-5 p.m.
Hayfield Secondary School
 Jack and Jill of America, Inc.’s Northern Virginia Chapter, along with Hayfield Secondary School student groups will host the first annual Youth Cultural Book & Arts Festival on Sunday, April 7 from 1-5 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School, 7630 Telegraph Road in the Alexandria section of Fairfax County, Va. The event is FREE of charge to attendees. The first 150 children will receive a free book. Doors open at 12:30pm. Registration is encouraged. Go to: https://jjbookfestival2019.eventbrite.com/.
Save the Date: Annual FCPS Special Education Conference on April 6
Mark your calendars! The 14th annual FCPS Special Education Conference will be held on Saturday, April 6, at Lake Braddock Secondary School. The event will focus on supporting inclusive and post-secondary practices for students with disabilities. Visit the Visit the Special Education Conference website or email prc@fcps.edu with questions.
World Festival
Our big event is planned for Friday, May 10th at 6:00 p.m.
Our World Festival planners need your help! They are looking for families (or groups of families) to sponsor booths from all of the diverse countries our students represent. If you or your child are interested in hosting a booth, dancing, participating in the fashion show, singing, or would like additional information, please sign up before Friday, March 29th.
We can't wait to see everyone at the event! For any questions, please email Anshul Misra & Sonia Sethi at worldfestival@willowspringspta.net.
To sign up, click the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445afa62ea13-willow
Silent Auction Donation Request
Plans are already underway for one of our most significant fundraising events of the year – the Willow Springs 22nd Annual Silent Auction! The Silent Auction will take place from April 26th to May 3rd and will be entirely online.
Do you have a small business and want to donate to the auction? Willow Springs PTA loves to support local businesses, and your contributions would be tax deductible.
Please contact Nayyiara Siddiqui at willowspringssa@gmail.com for more details! Even if you don’t have a company or goods to donate, but would like to help find donors or have connections to businesses that may wish to contribute, we would love to hear from you. Last year the Willow Springs Silent Auction brought in over $8,000 for the PTA, and we hope to beat that number this year. Any assistance that you can provide would be sincerely appreciated.
Zumba! Zumba! Zumba!
Does your student love to dance? If so, we have a wonderful opportunity for them to dance out their energy and get them ready for the weekend. Our Spring session of Zumba begins on Friday, April 12th and will conclude with a performance for families on Friday, June 7th. Registration is currently open at www.novakidsinmotion.com and click on the top left “Online Registration”
Nominating Committee for 2019-2020 PTA Board
Would you like an opportunity to help shape the PTA Board for next year? Do you know of someone that would make a great addition to our team? We have several board positions that will be vacant at the end of this school year, and we would appreciate your help in finding dedicated individuals that would like an opportunity to join us. If you are interested in being a part of the Nominating Committee, please e-mail me at president@willowspringspta.net. We need three volunteers to form the committee by our next PTA Meeting on Wednesday, April 3rd.
WSES SOL Testing Schedule
The Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) tests are required of all students in Grades 3-8 across the state by the Virginia Department of Education. SOL tests measure the extent to which students have learned the content and skills specified in the Virginia SOLs. In order to assist your spring planning, the SOL schedule is listed below. Please avoid appointments that will take your child out of school during testing. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
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May 20
5th Reading
4th Reading
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May 21
3rd Reading
6th Reading
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May 22
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May 23
5th Math
4th Math
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May 24
6th Math
7th Math
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May 27
No School
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May 28
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May 29
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May 30
5th Science
3rd Math
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May 31
4th VA Studies
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Kindergarten Registration Now Open for 2019-20 School Year |
If you have a child who will reach the age of five on or before September 30, 2019, they are eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2019-20 school year. If your child meets the age requirement and lives within the boundaries of Willow Springs Elementary School they may be registered at this time. Please sign up for a registration appointment and reserve a space for the orientation session soon. Forms and documents required for registration can be found through this link (scroll down to Student Registration) to the Willow Springs website. Student registrations have a direct impact on teacher staffing so the sooner registrations take place the better able we are to staff accordingly. Please call 703-679-6071 or email Liz Flaherty with any questions.
WSES Looking Ahead
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Wednesday, April 3rd - PTA Membership Meeting 7 p.m. (WSES Library)
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Thursday, April 4th - Spirit Night, Foxes vs. Willows 6:00 p.m. (Centreville HS)
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Friday, April 5th - Student Holiday; No School
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Friday, April 5th - Kindergarten Orientation 10 a.m.
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Monday, April 15th through Friday, April 19th - Spring Break; No School
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Tuesday, April 23rd - LifeTouch Class & Individual Photos (no makeups or retakes)
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Thursday, April 25th - AAP Parent Orientation 5 p.m.
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Friday, April 26th through Friday, May 3rd - WSES PTA Silent Auction
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Thursday, May 2nd - WSES Family Tech Night (Save the date!)
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Friday, May 10th - WSES World Festival
Spring Break, April 15-19, 2019; and the last day of school, June 13, 2019.
Visit the Willow Springs Elementary PTA website.
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