Upcoming Dates:
Monday, February 20 - Presidents' Day Holiday
Friday, February 24 - PTO Crossfield Gives Back!
Wednesday, March 1 - 6th Gr. EOY Planning Committee Meeting
Monday, March 6 - Spring Pictures
Tuesday, March 7 - Oakton Tier Drug Education Night
Wednesday, March 8 - Multicultural & Art Fest
Friday, March 10 - PTO Step Afrika! Assembly
Tuesday, March 21 - Virtual Drug Education Session
On Friday, February 24, we will be participating in “Crossfield Gives Back"— a day of giving where all students will prepare, sort and pack 550 weekend food packs of snacks and meals for food insecure students across Fairfax County. These packs will be distributed by Food for Others.
Over the next few weeks, our 6th graders will be sharing information on food insecurity through poster campaigns and on the WCES morning news. Students in grades K-3 will also have grade-appropriate lessons where they will learn about poverty and food insecurity.
We are asking for the help of our Crossfield Community in providing food for these packs (oatmeal, granola bars, etc). You can sign up to donate food and to help our students with their day of giving here:
https://www.crossfieldpto.org/2023/01/02/crossfield-gives-back-food-packing-event/
Please share this link for food donations far and wide (neighborhoods, churches, local friends and family). This is an ambitious effort, but we know we can do it. Let’s show the love, Crossfield! Together, we can help fellow students in our community. For more information, contact CGB@crossfieldpto.org
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6th Grade End of Year Events Planning Committee – JOIN TODAY!
Our 6th graders are growing up and moving up to middle school! Let’s help them celebrate this achievement and make wonderful memories with some FUN End of Year Events! Traditional Crossfield 6th grade End of Year Events include a BBQ, kickball game, ath grade dance party, and Promotion Ceremony with Reception. A new fun recess tradition was added last year to celebrate the return of 6th grade events that were not held for two years because of COVID restrictions.
Be part of the FUN—parent volunteers are NEEDED! All 6th grade parents are welcome to get involved and become part of the Planning Committee. Our kickoff meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, March 1 at 7:00 pm to discuss planning of our upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
JOIN VIA GOOGLE MEET: meet.google.com/dim-rzqi-gvw
Ready to join the Planning Committee? Sign up HERE.
Questions? EMAIL US: XFLD6THGRADE@GMAIL.COM
 We are thrilled to invite all Crossfield students and their families to participate Wednesday, March 8 from 6:30-8:30 for our first-ever Crossfield United: Multicultural & Art Fest. Also featured at this event will be a beautiful gallery of artwork created by our wonderful students! Be sure to come and see because every student will have a piece on display!
Participation in the multicultural exhibits as a family, individual or group performances within a family or as an outside group (girl scouts, boy scouts, dance group, etc.) ALL ARE WELCOMED! Here are important details & considerations before you fill out the form.
Event Details & Supplies
- You will be given a dedicated table and space at the event, which can be used to represent your culture in any way you choose.
- All Crossfield student participants will receive a basic supply kit and tri-fold presentation board to help teach others about the people and traditions of your chosen culture.
A Few Things to Consider
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Culture can be both International and National:: International culture is culture that extends beyond our national borders. It is shared by people across oceans and continents. National culture represents the beliefs and practices shared by citizens of the same nation. Remember there are many interesting cultures to represent and explore within the United States as well.
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You can choose any culture. You can represent a culture that you and your family are a part of, one that you are passionate about, or one that you simply want to learn more about.
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Families are welcomed to participate. Get your grandparents and other family members involved - they may be really excited to pass on their knowledge and experience to you.
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There are many different ways to represent culture. In addition to the presentation board, you can use food, fashion, art, music, dance, sports, or photography to share more about your culture with others. If you choose food, think of items that would be easy for people to sample while walking around.
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Once you decide what you want to do, please sign up HERE
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Spotlight
The five competencies of Social Emotional Learning: Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Responsible Decision-Making, Relationship Skills and Social Awareness
Grades 3-6 students took the SEL Screener (social emotional learning) in November and parents should have received score reports in January. If you’re wondering what these results mean, please take a look at the family guide which includes some helpful conversation starters for each domain. You can also find the exact questions asked on the screener here. Students will take this screener again in March. Please contact our school counselors, Lea Fadden (K,1,2,3,5) and Ashley Mangan (4 & 6) with any questions.
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Crossfield vs. Navy Basketball Game
Recruiting Coaches, 6th Grade Players &
5th/6th Grade Spirit Squad
Get excited! The Crossfield vs. Navy Basketball game is back on Friday, April 28 at Chantilly High School starting at 6:00 pm. We are looking for 6th grade basketball players and 5th/6th spirit squad members to join Team Crossfield! No experience is required to join. However, students must attend at least 2 practices to be eligible to participate. Practices will be held at Crossfield:
Girls basketball practice: Wednesdays from 4 - 5:15pm in the gym, March 15 - April 26 (excluding Spring Break)
Boys basketball practice: Thursdays from 4 - 5:15pm in the gym, March 16 - April 27 (excluding Spring Break)
Spirit Squad practice: Thursdays from 4 - 5:15pm in the cafeteria, March 16 - April 27 (excluding Spring Break)
Please register by Friday, March 10th to participate. Player and Spirit Squad Sign Up. Interested in Coaching? Please sign up here
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Drug Education Nights
The FCPS Safety & Wellness Office has scheduled in-person Drug Education Nights for parents, guardians and youth caregivers across the division. These sessions are designed to inform our community of substance use trends, the opioid epidemic, and how to connect with resources. Please click here for the Oakton pyramid flyer. Some schools will have interpreters, click here for a Spanish flyer. A virtual night event is also being held on March 21.
Weber's Self Service Dog Wash
Monday, February 20 - Saturday, March 4
Get a jump start on your spring cleaning by bathing your dog at Weber’s Pet Supermarkets state of the art self service dog wash. They provide everything but the dirty dog!
Every dog washed from Monday, February 20 - Saturday, March 4 benefits our Crossfield community so tell everyone to visit Weber’s at their new location in Hunters Woods Plaza, Reston. Weber’s is open Monday-Saturday.
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Tutor.com
Extra Help for Students at No Cost to Families
With Tutor.com through Schoology, FCPS students are able to get learning help at any time, even from bilingual tutors! Students in FCPS meet with tutors thousands of times each week to practice reading, prepare for an upcoming math test, write computer programs, study for the SAT, or to get feedback on scholarship essays–all at no cost to their families! If you haven’t already, we encourage you to take just a few minutes to connect with a tutor with your child. More info about Tutor.com in FCPS is available here.
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Monitors Needed!
Crossfield is in need of student monitors to assist with various classes and students from 9:00am-4pm. This hourly position pays 16.36 per hour and can be part-time or full-time. The hours are flexible.
The application link is here. Please contact Mr. Granieri with questions at mtgranieri@fcps.edu.
CTE Summer Camp
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office is once again planning an engaging summer enrichment program for students! For our current kindergarten to 6th grade students, we have Tech Adventure Camp. Click here for details.
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are behaviors that can lead to serious health problems. When discovered early, eating disorders are treatable. Click here for information, education and helpful links.
Covid Case Manager
Crossfield has a Covid Case Manager this school year, Ms. Stefanie Ragano. You may include her on emails alerting Crossfield that your child has tested positive. Ms. Ragano will communicate with families with the official letter and a timeline for returning to school for covid-positive students. Ms. Ragano’s email is skragano@fcps.edu.
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