  Family Field Trip Fun
Forestdale Families,
We had a our first family field trip in over 8 years today, and it was so much fun! Forestdale provided transportation to the National Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center near Dulles, and families got to enjoy the day together at the amazing museum. It was such a joy to spend this day with one another and foster relationships among our Falcon Families. We look forward to continuing this tradition in the future. It was a lovely day!
Our families are so important to us at Forestdale, as our partnership with one another for the success of your students is critical and powerful. You are, and always will be, your child's most important teacher, and we appreciate learning with and from you as we work to take care of your greatest treasures.
This weekend, we especially honor our Forestdale mothers, grandmothers, aunts, foster and adoptive mothers, guardians, and community partners. We also celebrate our Forestdale staff who are mother figures in their classrooms and mothers in their own homes. To all our Falcon moms... we love you and appreciate you on Mother's Day and every day! Have a beautiful weekend.
Fondly,
Mrs. Jenny Cunneen, Proud Principal
Dr. LaDonna Tate, Proud Assistant Principal
Scholastic Book Fair: May 19-25
Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon! The book fair will be held from May 19-25.
Your child will attend the book fair with their class 2 times - once to fill out their wish lists, and once to purchase books.
We will also have after-school shopping hours on May 22, 23, and 24 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. You can also shop online on the site below.
You can use eWallet as an easy way to pay for books. Find out about it at this link! No printing needed. You can sign up and get more information about the fair here (details should post closer to the book fair)
As always, we need volunteers! If you'd like to volunteer, you can sign up here. Thank you in advance!
Field Day is May 26! Volunteers Needed
Field Day and the Staff vs. 6th Grade Kickball Game are this month! Both events will be on Friday, May 26, 2023.
Dress Students Appropriately
Please make sure students come to school dressed for outdoor physical activities and water activities (athletic clothing, footwear, and perhaps a full change of clothes). Students should wear sunscreen, sun glasses, and perhaps a hat. Students should bring a water bottle marked with their name if possible.
Volunteers Needed
We are in need of volunteers to assist with stations and logistics. If interested, please complete and return the paper form coming home soon in Thursday Folders and let your teacher know. We would like at least two volunteers per class. Talking Points messages will also be sent out soon. Volunteers will receive confirmation and more training details after signing-up.
Grades K-2: 9:15-11:30 a.m.
Grades 3-6: 11:30- 1:15 p.m.
The Staff vs. 6th Grade Kickball Game: 2:00-3:00 p.m. (volunteers may choose to stay and watch)
PreK: Teachers will communicate details and individualized schedules.
Questions? Contact our physical education teachers, Ms. Kenan Brod or Mr. Joe Bergin. Thank you in advance for your support on that fun day!
Your Input Wanted for Class Groupings
Creating class assignments for next year requires careful consideration and the involvement of many staff members. We know that a good teacher-student match and a productive mix of children are ingredients for success. Please use this form/ usa este formulario to share information about your child that the school staff should know, particularly regarding friendships or neighborhood factors, by Monday, May 29, 2023. Our teachers and staff use this information to create preliminary class groupings in the beginning of June.
We also ask that you do not request specific teachers. This does not take into account the many variables to be considered such as grade-level changes or reductions in staff. It is far more valuable to share particular academic or behavioral needs or concerns. Be assured that with or without a parent letter, your child’s strengths and needs are considered in this lengthy and complex process.
Thank you for sharing this important information with us so we can best meet your child's needs next year!
Save the Date: Forestdale Family Cultural Night, June 2
Save the date for our annual Forestdale Family Cultural Night on Friday, June 2 at 6:00 p.m. Come share your culture and learn about others with food, music, art, dancing, and more! Forms were due last week to participate and share your culture. Thank you to everyone who will be participating in sharing! If you have questions, please contact Ms. Michaela Clement.
We can’t wait to come together and celebrate our community’s culture!
 Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
Final Feedback Opportunity on Draft Strategic Plan
FCPS’ draft Strategic Plan survey will close on Wednesday, May 17. Please take the survey today, if you haven’t already. Your voice matters! Visit FCPS’ website to stay up-to-date on the strategic planning process.
 Tutor.com Offers Live Tutors and Test Prep
Writing help, practice quizzes, and SAT test prep are available to all FCPS students at no cost through Tutor.com. Find out how your child can get these services, in addition to 24/7 live tutoring, through their Schoology account: Elementary School | Middle and High School.
 Important Dates
May 15-19
Make-up SOL Testing: Grades 3-6
May 19-25
Scholastic Book Fair
May 22, 23, 24
Book Fair Evening Hours, 4:30- 6:30 p.m., library
May 26
K-2 Field Day: 9:15- 11:30 a.m.
3-6 Field Day: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Staff vs. 6th Grade Kickball Game: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
May 29
Memorial Day Holiday, School Closed
Class Grouping Family Input Form Due / El formulario de entrada de la familia de agrupación de clases debido
June 2
Cultural Night, 6:00 p.m.
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