100th Day Parade!
Oak View kindergarteners paraded through the halls today, celebrating the 100th day of school! They wore specially designed shirts with 100 items and hats with 100 dots. They marched to the tune - Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho, 100 days ago, we came to school, and we're so cool, Heigh Ho Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho, Heigh ho! Former Oak View kindergarten students were delighted that the song has remained the same and they were able to join in with them during the parade. This is a special and unique Oak View tradition and we are proud of all our students for being 100 days smarter today!
Book Swap Bingo - TONIGHT
Oak View in collaboration with the Oak View PTA is thrilled to announce the return of Book Swap Bingo! This is a fun-filled evening of fast-moving bingo with the best prizes, books! All families are invited to attend this free event and the only item you need to bring with you are a few books you would like to share with others. These donated books then become the prizes for the evening and you will leave with books that are new to you and your family! We have guest staff callers and a real-life bingo ball cage - it is a lot of fun! Join us on tonight, February 13 in the cafeteria between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The February PTA meeting will be held just prior to this event at 5:45 p.m. See you there!
|
Spring Birthday? Consider a Birthday Book
Does your child have a spring birthday? We invite you to donate a book to our school library in your child’s honor during their birthday month! The book you purchase will receive a bookplate inside indicating the book was purchased in honor of your child’s birthday. Please see current wish list and book purchasing guidelines listed in Friday Folder Flyer linked here.
You are also welcome to purchase the book from any local bookstore. Bard’s Alley, Scrawl Books, and One More Page Books would all be willing to order and ship books.
If you wish to purchase something not on this list, please email our school librarian, Mrs. Atkins first (mfatkins@fcps.edu). All books in the library must follow the acquisitions guidelines from FCPS.
This is a completely optional activity and one we thank you for considering. All student birthdays are recognized at Oak View through their name on the morning announcements and a post card and birthday pencil from administration. Oak View does not permit food celebrations due to severe and life-threatening food allergies. This invitation will be run at the start of each month!
|
Friday Spirit Days - Wear Green and Gold!
Oak View encourages all students to wear our school colors, green & gold, every Friday! This is a simple way we can show our community spirit and love for all things Oak View! Spirit wear is encouraged and welcome or simply wear your green and gold. Make a plan with friends and see how many of you can participate! Staff often wear their green and gold or Spirit Wear on Fridays! We have loved seeing how many more students are participating each week - thank you for your support!
|
Calendar Reminder - February 20, Presidents Day - Schools Closed
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 20, for the Presidents Day holiday. Learn more about Presidents Day in Britannica.com. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 21. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
|
Find Free COVID-19 Testing in Your Community
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a COVID-19 Testing Locator website, which allows consumers to search for free testing sites near them. Testing is available at pharmacies, commercial laboratory sites, community sites, and retail locations. Results are typically provided within 24-48 hours.
|
Magnet School Information Nights
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
Parents/caregivers interested in sending their students to an elementary magnet school program are encouraged to attend school-based information nights on Monday, February 13, at Hunters Woods Elementary School; Wednesday, February 15, at Bailey’s Primary School; and Thursday, February 16, at Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and available transportation.
FCPS will be accepting applications for its elementary magnet school programs on Wednesday, March 1, through Wednesday, April 12, at 4 p.m. Get more information about parent information nights and the magnet school lottery, or on the schools, their programs, and locations.
|
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. Check out the flyers in our Friday Folder.
|
Low-Cost Internet for Free and Reduced-Price Eligible Students
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program to lower internet costs for families with children who have been eligible for free or reduced-price meals within the last 12 months. A qualifying household will receive $30 per month toward internet services and a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. Families can check their eligibility and register at AffordableConnectivity.gov or by calling 877-384-2575.
|
FCPS Strategic Plan - Equity, Excellence, and Opportunity
At Fairfax County Public Schools, we believe that learning happens best in community. When we have equally high expectations for each and every student, we all benefit. Excellence, equity, and access to opportunity are essential for achieving success in all aspects of life. Together, they foster growth, development, and high achievement for all students as they prepare for a world yet to be imagined.
Read more about how FCPS strives to ensure excellence, equity, and opportunity for every student.
Your Voice Matters–Have Your Say in Our Future!
What is the ONE promise our school division should make and keep regarding learning, growth, and success for every student? Tell us and help shape FCPS’ future.
Have Your Say on Our Future!
Remaining Strategic Planning Community Forums will take place:
Click the date above to register for that forum, or check out the full schedule of Community Forums and register for one that is convenient for you. Childcare will be provided at in-person forums. Language interpretation will be provided, as available, at all events. Please register today.
|
Good News Around FCPS
Oak View is glad to share the good news happening around FCPS in this section. Each week check back for happenings around FCPS!
|
|
Something very special is happening at Dogwood Elementary School in Reston. Friendships are blossoming, and kids are learning as teenagers mentor smaller kids in music and art at the Virginia school.
Fairfax County identified six historical markers on Tuesday that were chosen to honor the Black and African American experience in the county.
|
|
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors passed resolutions honoring the West Springfield Girls and W.T. Woodson Boys Championship Cross Country teams at its meeting on Tuesday. The resolutions were requested by Chairman Jeff McKay and Supervisors James Walkinshaw, Penny Gross, Dalia Palchik, Pat Herrity and Rodney Lusk.
|
|
|
 |
|
Friday Folder Contents
Oak View uses Schoology for all Friday Folder contents.
All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Oak View All Parents.
- PTA Book Swap Bingo - 2/13
- PTA Meeting - 2/13
- Birthday Book Flyer
- Tutor.com Information Sheets
- 2023 Tech Adventure Camp Flyer
|
Upcoming Events
February 13: OV PTA Meeting (5:45 Cafeteria, Zoom Link also available)
February 13: OV PTA Book Swap Bingo
February 20: Presidents Day Holiday - SCHOOL CLOSED
March 2: 2-hour early release (Dismissal at 1:15 p.m.)
March 3: School Planning Day - NO SCHOOL
March 10: OV PTA Movie Night
|
|
 |
Want To Be Involved?
Visit the Oak View PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
FCPS' Technology@Home program provides an opportunity for FCPS students and staff to purchase technology products at discounted rates. See how to save on technology products.
|
