 Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
February 9 - Frost Family Festival for Rising 7th Graders
February 10 - Little Heroes Military Breakfast
February 13 - SCA Spirit Day - 100th Day of School
February 15 - WFES Spelling Bee
February 15 - Virtual Parent Substance Use Education Night
February 22 - Spring Picture Day
February 24 - Woodson International Night
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NMAAHC kids programming will have weekly discussions about Black characters in animation including: Antonio from Encanto, Frozone from The Incredibles, Princess Tiana, and Doc McStuffins: https://nmaahc.si.edu/events/upcoming?event_type_id=508&event_series_id=1423
All programs are held via Zoom webinar and led by museum educators. This program is not associated with Walt Disney Pictures or Walt Disney Animation Studios. The events are designed for children ages 6 and up. Events are free, but registration is required.
This week, on Saturday, February 4th from 11am-12pm, join us for a virtual program inspired by Disney Encanto’s Antonio and meet a Black veterinarian. Veterinarian Dr. Lauren Davidson will teach children about animal behavior and care and answer questions live! Then, create art inspired by Antonio’s colorful toucan friend, Pico.
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Rising 7th grade students and their families are invited to the upcoming Frost Family Festival on February 9th from 5:30-7:15 PM.
This is an open house format with no formal presentations, so come anytime to explore the building, participate in activities, and see firsthand the classrooms, library, and elective options available at Frost! Staff will be present in each of the locations to answer questions and share information. More information can be found here: 2023 Frost Family Festival 2023 School.pdf
The Frost PTA is hosting a pre-paid pizza dinner, so check out their flyer, below, on how to order.
Frost Family Festival 2023 PTA Pizza Flyer.pdf
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Wakefield Forest is proud of our military connected families. Currently approximately 11% of our students have members of their home serving in active duty, reserves or the National Guard.
We will host our second Little Heroes Breakfast on Friday, February 10, 2022 from 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM in the library. We invite our military families and students to join us with their breakfast that morning to meet other students/families, play games, and make crafts together.
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Spring pictures and class pictures are on Wednesday, February 22nd. Details were sent home in Thursday folders this week.
We need volunteers in our library to help with checking books in and out for students and shelving books for the rest of this school year. Please sign up here: Library Volunteering, Jan-June 2023. and find a time slot that works for you. It can be after morning drop off, during your child's library class, or any other time of day as well. Please read the information on the sign-up genius before you pick slots. If you have any questions, please contact Tran Beatson at tran.beatson@gmail.com.
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The new front entrance and main office are coming along nicely!
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The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Wednesday March 1, through Wednesday, April 12, 2023. No late applications are accepted.
To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Informational Nights:
- Hunters Woods Elementary, February 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In-person
- Snow date: February 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
- Bailey’s Upper, February 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - Virtual only
- Bailey’s Primary, February 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In person
- Snow date: February 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
https://www.fcps.edu/registration/elementary-magnet-school-lottery
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a 2 or 4-week arts enrichment program for students in rising 7th-12th grade who like to express themselves through the study of dance, fashion, music, theatre, and visual art. With almost 90 classes to choose from, students can immerse themselves in their favorite arts subjects or explore something new. A daily schedule at IFTA consists of four 70-minute classes and a half-hour lunch. Classes are taught in a supportive
environment by teachers who are dedicated to high achievement and success.
Course offerings are subject to sufficient enrollment. For additional program
information, visit the IFTA website or social media pages.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1n8nObeh5kt_CX303YlriZ8PeVZX-gF_L?usp=sharing
ELIGIBILITY
IFTA is open to students currently in grades 6-11 who will enter grades 7-12
during the 2023-24 school year. Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) students, county residents who are enrolled in private schools or home schooled, and non-Fairfax County residents are encouraged to register. Tuition waivers are available for students who qualify for free and reduced lunch.
The Code of Virginia, 22.1-273.2, requires Virginia Public Schools to provide, on an annual basis, parent educational information regarding eating disorders for pupils in grades five through twelve. According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA 2022),
“Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. While no one knows for sure what causes eating disorders, a growing consensus suggests that it is a range of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors. Eating disorders are not fads or phases, and can have serious consequences for health, productivity, and relationships.”
In collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS has developed a webpage with detailed information and resources to be provided to parents and guardians of Fairfax County Public Schools. This information may be found at the following link:
https://www.fcps.edu/node/37440
One of the key Strategic Plan updates to share is the schedule of the twelve Community Engagement sessions that will be taking place in January and February. These will be an opportunity for our families, staff, students, and community members to provide their input, suggestions, and feedback about this process. During these sessions, our stakeholders will be able to review relevant data, identify goals, and develop a set of potential action steps for our division.
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Date
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Time
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Magisterial
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Location
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Room
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Sat, 2/4
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9:00-10:30 AM
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Dranesville
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Spring Hill ES
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Cafeteria
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Mon, 2/6
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6:30-8:00 PM
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Franconia
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Edison HS
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Cafeteria
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Tues, 2/7
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6:30-8:00 PM
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Mount Vernon
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South County HS
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Cafeteria
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Wed, 2/8
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6:00-7:30 PM
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Spanish Language
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Virtual
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Zoom
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Thurs, 2/9
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12:00-1:30 PM
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At-Large
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Virtual
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Zoom
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Sat, 2/11
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9:00-10:30 AM
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At-Large
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Virtual
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Zoom
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Wed, 2/15
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6:30-8:00 PM
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Springfield
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West Springfield HS
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Cafeteria
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Thurs, 2/16
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6:30-8:00 PM
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Hunter Mill
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Hunters Woods ES
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Cafeteria
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Attendance Phone Line: 703-503-2323
Attendance Email: wakefieldforestelem.attendance@fcps.edu
Heath Room: 703-503-2310
Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines
Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal
Principal: Sharyn Prindle sbprindle@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Amy Williams alwilliams1@fcps.edu
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