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Dear Fairfax Villa Parents and Staff,
This spring all Fairfax Villa parents and staff will be contacted through email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form Online. This survey is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and offers parents an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various issues related to our school. These issues include instructional leadership, school climate, human resources management, organizational management, communication and community relations and professionalism.
I have been honored to serve as your principal since January 2019! It is a privilege to be a member of a community where parents, teachers and students care for each other and strive to build relationships that promote academic and social growth. I look forward to receiving your feedback, as well as working alongside you so that we can continue to create exciting and meaningful learning experiences for our students in the years to come.
The survey will be collected online between March 12 and March 26. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the survey. Your opinions matter.
My best,
Dave Gerstner
Principal
Fairfax Villa Elementary School
https://fairfaxvillaes.fcps.edu/
@MrGerstner_FCPS (Twitter)
From the Principal's Desk
With 24/7 news coverage about the coronavirus, it is hard not to feel worried about your children and their well-being. Your children may be picking up on this worry as well. Our teachers and staff at Fairfax Villa are committed to continuing to provide a healthy environment for all, promoting healthy habits such as hand washing for 20 seconds, catching sneezes in tissues, using hand sanitizer right before eating or when they do not have ready access to a sink. Our custodial staff have been directed to sanitize all surfaces and high-contact areas such as doorknobs, handrails, light switches, and water fountains. Please keep your child home if they are sick, please remind them to use good hygiene, and please reassure them if they express concern. A variety of resources about coronavirus, including "Talking to Children about Covid-19," a handout about COVID-19 from the FCHD, and updated FAQs have been posted at https://www.fcps.edu/news/coronavirus-update
Please reach out if you have questions or concerns.
Welcome To The Villa!
Ms. Riley Holman
Welcome to Ms. Holman!
We are happy to welcome Ms. Riley Holman as a student teacher who is working with Ms. Marsh in 4th grade and will be her long-term substitute when Ms. Marsh goes on maternity leave. Ms. Holman is currently a student at James Madison University where she is working towards a Master’s Degree in Education.
Ms. Holman loves traveling to new places with her family and friends and spending time with her dog. Since she grew up in Fairfax County, she is looking forward to returning to FCPS schools as a teacher. A fun fact: her Mom went to Fairfax Villa! Ms. Holman is excited to get to know our Villa students.
Welcome to the Villa family, Ms. Holman!
Ms. Monica Rohrbach
Welcome to Ms. Rohrbach!
We are happy to welcome Ms. Monica Rohrbach as a student teacher who is working with Ms. Autman in 2nd grade. Ms. Rohrbach is currently a student at George Mason University where she is working towards a Master’s in Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Early Childhood Education. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Connecticut College. After moving to this area, Ms. Rohrbach was an assistant teacher at The Langley School in McLean for a few years before transitioning back to being a full-time graduate student at GMU.
She loves to travel whenever she can! Growing up in Zimbabwe and attending high school in South Africa, Ms. Rohrbach is always looking for new adventures. She loves spending time outdoors so is eager for consistent warmer weather so she can spend more time hiking, playing tennis and exploring new national parks.
Welcome to the Villa family, Ms. Rohrbach!
Ms. Alexis Neff
Welcome to Ms. Neff!
We are happy to welcome Ms. Alexis Neff as a student teacher who is working with Ms. Gaskins in her general music classes. Ms. Neff is currently a student at George Mason University where she is pursuing her degree in Music Education and is excited to join the staff of Fairfax Villa.
After growing up in Chesapeake, Virginia, she loves spending time at the beach there in the summer. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends - whether that be lazily hanging out at someone’s apartment or going out for dinner at a new restaurant. She currently sings as a guest artist with the National Philharmonic Chorale at the Strathmore and also works as a hospitality assistant at the Center for the Arts at George Mason. Ms. Neff plans to stay in the Northern Virginia area after graduation to get a job as a music teacher.
Welcome to the Villa family, Ms. Neff!
Ms. Carrie Leaman
Welcome to Ms. Leaman!
We are happy to welcome Ms. Carrie Leaman as an intern who, after completing a practicum at Luther Jackson Middle School, is now working with Ms. Kim to learn more about school counseling. Ms. Leaman is currently a graduate student at George Mason University and will receive her Master’s Degree in School Counseling this May.
When not working toward her degree in counseling, Ms. Leaman teaches ballet at the Mia Saunders School of Ballet where she works with ballet students from ages 4 to 18 – and loves all of it. With her recent engagement, she is also busy working on wedding planning! She is excited to be here at Fairfax Villa with us.
Welcome to the Villa family, Ms. Leaman!
Upcoming Events - Mark Your Calendars
March 20: Bingo Night
April 2nd: 5th/6th Grade Spring Chorus Concert
April 13th: Villa Kindergarten Orientation
Check Out our Villa Website: March Happenings
Click here to enjoy pictures of events happening at Fairfax Villa this month.
Message from Dr. Scott Brabrand
Dear FCPS Families and Staff,
The 2020 Census count impacts how billions of dollars in federal funds are distributed each year for programs and services that are critical for schools and students such as special education, Head Start, food assistance, and Title I grants that help serve low-income families.
We are encouraging all of our parents, guardians, staff, and community members to take part in the U.S. Census. As the 2020 Census approaches, it is critical that everyone participate to ensure a complete and accurate count.
Beginning March 12, a postcard will go out to all residences letting individuals know how they can complete the census online or by phone. If a person has not completed the census by April 3, a paper questionnaire will be mailed to the residence. Census responses are confidential.
A kindergartner counted in the 2020 Census this spring will be in high school when the next census comes around in 2030; that’s 10 years of vital resources for our schools that are dependent on ensuring every child is counted in FCPS.
Please participate in the census and help shape our children’s future. Everyone counts!
Sincerely,
Scott Brabrand, Superintendent Fairfax County Public Schools
Kindergarten Registration for 2020-2021
Do you have a rising kindergartener or know someone in the community who will have a child in kindergarten next year? Registration is now open for the 2020-2021 school year. Please contact our registrar, Jose Flores, at 703.267.2801 or JLFlores@fcps.edu, to make an appointment and start the registration process. Click here for more information about kindergarten registration.
Kindergarten Orientation
Help us spread the word that KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION will take place, Monday, April 13th beginning at 2:00 PM in the Fairfax Villa cafeteria. Doors open at 1:40 pm for students and parents to begin arrival check-in. We look forward to meeting our future young scholars and their families.
Outdoor learning on a sunny day!
The following message is sent on behalf of the Fairfax Villa ES School PTA. Its content reflects the views of the PTA.
Villa Fun Run
Many many thanks to the supporters and volunteers that made this event so successful! Did you know that 35 Boosterthon laps = 2.5 miles? Wow to our amazing students!
PTA Meeting This Thursday
PLEASE plan to attend our meeting THIS THURSDAY MARCH 12 at 6:30 pm in the library. Lots to discuss! Mr. Gerstner will be there for a “state of the Villa” chat and to answer questions. The PTA board will be making an important announcement and we’d love to see you all there!
After School Activities
Winter After School Activities END this week.
Spring After School Activities:
Registration will END at midnight on Sunday, March 15. Late registrations will not be accepted. There is still space in all classes. Some classes need a few more registrations in order to run. Reserve your student's spot today!
Fairfax Villa Elementary
Bingo Night!
Are you feeling Lucky? Come to Bingo Night! Bingo games, special games, raffle, food/drink & FUN!
When: Friday, March 20
Time: 6:00 pm for pre-sale pizza pick up, drinks & snacks. Bingo games start at 6:30 pm
Price: Early bird special! $10.00 for 2 people to play 8 games. Early bird special ends on Friday, March 13
Special guest bingo callers! Great prizes, such as jump tickets to Launch Trampoline Park, climbing tickets to Summit Ropes, mini golf tickets and more!!! Fun for the whole family
Bingo Night Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers. Please check out the Sign-Up Genius:
Are You Feeling Lucky? BINGO Night!
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