Upcoming Events
March 15th – Parent Engagement Meeting, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Mar 21st – Family Math Night, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Mar 22nd – First Day of Ramadan
Mar 22nd – PTA Spirit Day, Taco Bamba, Fairfax (use code RESPTA)
Apr 3rd – 7th – Spring Break
Apr 13th – Kindergarten Orientation
Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar
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Family Engagement Meeting
Today, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ravensworth Library, we will be hosting a Family Engagement Meeting. We are inviting parents/guardians who are interested in planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences. During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community. We hope to see you there!
Religious and Cultural Observance - Ramadan
This year, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, March 22. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year, a time for spiritual discipline for Muslims, who believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Quran to Mohammed. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids.
Ramadan begins with a half “O Day” on March 22, followed by an O Day on March 23. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. Half O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar.
FCPS Purple Up! T-Shirt
April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19. The FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt is available for order now through March 16 here! Purple Up! FCPS!
Survey of Preschool Children
We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: tldunbar1@fcps.edu
Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey.
A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child. For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website
Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.
Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...
Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos:
- Determinar la elegibilidad.
- Identifique su escuela local.
- Reunir documentos.
- Rellenar los formularios.
- Programar una cita.
Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.
Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.
FCPS Early Childhood and PreK Programs
Fairfax County Public Schools offers programs for the youngest learners:
Community liaisons are available to assist families with the registration process and answer any questions. For more information, visit the Early Childhood Registration webpage.
Providing a Safe and Welcoming Space
The FCPS Trust Policy supports a continued commitment to foster a caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families in our schools. The policy ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials.
Programas Preescolares y de Primera Infancia de FCPS
Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax ofrecen programas para los estudiantes más jóvenes a través de varios programas.
Los enlaces comunitarios están disponibles para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de inscripción y responder a cualquier pregunta. Para más información, visite la página web de Inscripción para la Primera Infancia "Early Childhood ".
Proporcionando un Espacio Seguro y Acogedor
La Política de Confianza de FCPS apoya un compromiso continuo para fomentar una cultura de cuidado y se esfuerza por proporcionar un espacio seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para todos los estudiantes y familias en nuestras escuelas. La política garantiza que los estudiantes y las familias de FCPS puedan acceder a los beneficios y servicios de FCPS sin temor a que la información sea revelada, directa o indirectamente, a los funcionarios federales de inmigración.
New Language Translation Feature on Websites
Language Translation on FCPS Websites
In a continued effort to prioritize access for our diverse communities, FCPS is launching a language translation feature that will be available on every division and school webpage. The feature has been added to the header at the top of the page and will scroll with the user as they navigate the page. Learn more about our new translation feature.
Traducción de Idiomas en los Sitios Web de FCPS En un esfuerzo continuo para priorizar el acceso a nuestras diversas comunidades, FCPS está lanzando una función de traducción de idiomas que estará disponible en cada página web de división y escuela. La función se ha agregado al encabezado en la parte superior de la página y se desplazará con el usuario a medida que navega por la página. Obtenga más información sobre nuestra nueva función de traducción.
Town Hall Meeting – Braddock & Springfield Districts
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!
Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.
Echo Toy Drive
February 21st to March 17th
Donate new or gently used toys, board games or cards games to families in the Springfield/Burke area.
Donation box is located in the Ravensworth Lobby
Tutor.com - Free for Students
FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website.
Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video:
Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English
Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish
SoCo Summer Strings
Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only.
Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.
You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!
Techstravaganza 2023
The 19th annual Techstravaganza is going to be held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria, VA on May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Admission is free, food will be for sale, here is the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tjhsst-techstravaganza-2023-tickets-465757552377\
More information about the event can be found on our website at http://tjtechstrav.org/
Positivity Project
 Identifying and appreciating the good in others is a core tenet of the Other People Matter Mindset. This isn’t always what comes naturally. Often, it’s easier to blame others for our problems or find flaws in others to use as excuses for our own jealousy, bitterness, or resentment. The problem is that this negativity usually leads to problems – for us, for the other person, and for our relationships.
To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
PTA
A Message from our PTA
Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment. Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.
To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships
There are two membership options.
Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*
*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction
Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub.
Ravensworth Yearbooks!
TIME IS RUNNING OUT. THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd. Want to have all the memories the school year brings? The time has come to order your Ravensworth Elementary School Yearbooks. The price of the yearbook is $20.00. Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today!
Order site: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob
Yearbook ID Code: 4882623
School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School
Don't delay and order your yearbook today!
Run Fit Kidz
We still have 10 spots available for Run Fit Kidz this year!
Don’t Delay – Register at www.runfitkidz.com
Classes will begin March 21st from 3:25 – 4:40 pm and end May 16th
Celebration 5K: Sunday, May 21st at Fairfax Corner
Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!
The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at terrysmith209@hotmail.com with any questions.
Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!
Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact spiritwear@ravensworthpta.org if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!
Follow Ravensworth on Social Media
Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES
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