January 12 - Family Newsletter
Rolling Valley Families,
RV is back into the swing of school and routines. This week our 6th-grade students had a field trip to the American Art Museum, we held our first PTA meeting of the 2024 year, and 20 RV students participated in the West Springfield Pyramid Band Concert. We like the busy weeks and our students have been hard at work as we near the end of the 2nd quarter!
A couple of reminders of upcoming events, we have no school on January 25 or 26th, and there is an early release on January 25. Check out the PTA section to order Spiritwear, it’s back by popular demand for a limited time! We have our next principal chat scheduled for Friday, January 19.
Lastly, we all know it’s cold out there and students come in with jackets and gloves but leave without them. Please check out the picture below for our most recent items in lost and found! I know all of these items belong to current Rockin’ Robins!
We are wishing everyone a safe and warm long weekend.
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary Principal
FCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. The holiday marks the birthday of King, who was the chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism in the Civil Rights Movement. The movement protested racial discrimination in federal and state law. Learn more about Martin Luther King Jr.
Volunteer with Give Together FCPS is excited to collaborate with Volunteer Fairfax for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
Community members can volunteer on Monday, January 15, at Volunteer Fairfax’s Give Together event. It is designed to engage families with children ages 5-12 in service learning. Projects will include a food drive, assembling caring kits for community members, making no-tie fleece blankets for veterans, environmental stewardship, and support for animal welfare. Children ages 13 to 18 may serve as teen event volunteers.
This event is free and open to the public, but registration is requi
Upcoming Date Reminders
- Thursday, January 25 - 2 Hour Early Release (End of 2Q)
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Friday, January 26 - No School
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Barnack Road - Parking Issues:
We are having safety concerns with parked cars on Barnack Road. Parked cars require drivers in the Kiss & Ride loan to go around, and with students crossing the road it leaves many blind spots and is an increased safety concern. I am asking that cars not park on Barnack Road at afternoon dismissal. Parents, if you are picking up your walker, please park on the far side of Baranck Road (opposite the school) and pass the bus loop entrance. Thank you in advance for your support in ensuring our Rockin’ Robins stay safe.
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FCPS Cares!
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Rolling Valley ES. We love our RVES staff members, let's tell them how we feel!
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Principal Coffee
Our next principal coffee is Friday, January, 19 from 9:30-10:30. The topic will include attendance and ensuring routines are in place as we enter the new year! Parents and guardians we hope you are able to attend!
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West Springfield & Lewis Varsity Gymnastics Camp
What: Varsity Gymnastics Camp, Kids K-6
Where: West Springfield HS, Auxiliary Gym-Door 10
When: Friday, January 26, 9-12 p.m.
Cost: $30 per kid
What to bring: Water and a small snack
Registration link:
https://forms.gle/gfANW2DxtFKU1aJw7
Emergency care card:
https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/se3_0.pdf
 WEST SPRINGIELD HS DANCE CAMP 1/17/24 and 1/18/24
BASKETBALL PERFORMANCE!
Learn a hip hop dance routine and perform with the West Springfield High School Dance Team at halftime at a WSHS Varsity Basketball game! Dancers will receive a Dance Team t-shirt for the performance.
Who: Girls and Boys Grades K-8
Dates: January 17 and 18, 2024
Times: 5:30 – 8:30 both days
Location: WSHS Cafeteria
Halftime Performance: 1/18 7:30 pm
Cost: Pre-Registration by Jan 15 $75
Registration after Jan 15 $85
Checks made out to WSHS
Boosters. Cash also accepted
Registration Form
Please bring with you a signed emergency care form.
What to Bring: snacks, water bottle
What to Wear: comfortable clothing, dance shoes or sneakers
Attire for halftime performance: WSDT shirt and black pants, sneakers
For questions: contact westspringfielddanceteam@fcps.edu
Sponsored by the WSHS Boosters
Distribution of Materials by Nonprofits
Rolling Valley Elementary School offers the opportunity for nonprofit organizations to make their materials available to students and parents. Community fliers can be sent home in student’s backpacks on February 1. Procedures to follow can be found here.
Magnet School Application and Lottery Information
The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12, 2024. No late applications are accepted.
To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Information Nights:
- Bailey’s Upper, February 6, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (Virtual only)
- Hunters Woods Elementary, February 12, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. (In-person)
- Snow date: February 26, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
- Bailey’s Primary, February 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
- Snow date: February 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Magnet School Lottery Link
FCPS Tutor.com
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than Homework
Tutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Family Resource Center
Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
PTA NEWS:
PTA NEWS:
GLOW DISCO DANCE! The PTA's Glow Disco Dance is back and happening on Friday, February 2. See below for all details.
PYRAMID CHALLENGE - SAVE THE DATE! It's official - the rescheduled Pyramid Challenge fun run will take place on Sunday, April 28 from 2:00-4:30pm at Irving Middle School! Registration will open in February - note that all students who want to participate will need to register, even if they already registered for the original event in November.
SPIRITWEAR - BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! We are re-opening our online spiritwear store until January 22 at 11:59pm, so get your orders in asap! There are pajama pants, sweatshirts, long sleeve and short sleeve shirts. We also have limited youth sizes of Kindergarten Rocks and RVES Pride short sleeve shirts. Use this link for a list of all options and to order your spiritwear today! CLICK HERE
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Friday, February 2; 6:00-8:00pm; Glow Disco Dance @ RVES: Join us to dance the night away with our DJs and enjoy other glow-themed activities! You are welcome to wear neon or other bright colors. The event is free, but registration is requested so that we know how many people to expect - please RSVP here: CLICK HERE Note that this event is for Rolling Valley students and their families and all students must be accompanied by an adult. Grades K-3 will be in the cafeteria and grades 4-6 will be in the gym!
Monday, February 5; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ RVES: All RVES families are welcome at the February general membership meeting, which will take place in the library!
- Bring a friend and you AND your friend will be entered to win a door prize!
- Enjoy sweet treats
- Get the inside scoop on upcoming PTA activities and hear the principal's report from Ms. Del Bagno
- Note that childcare will be provided
SEPTA NEWS:
SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA): SEPTA is a PTA organization affiliated with the state and national PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families. For more information and details about upcoming events, visit: CLICK HERE
Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at ptarollingvalley@gmail.com with any questions or comments!
Principal Chat
We are excited to announce our series of Principal Chats! Please mark these on your calendar and we will be in touch as the sessions approach!
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Calendar Update for March 5 Presidential Primary
The Fairfax Board of Elections has requested schools to close on Tuesday, March 5, to accommodate the administration of the 2024 presidential primary election.
As a result, March 5 will be a school holiday for students and a virtual School Planning Day. As outlined in Regulation 4421, School Planning Days are directed by school-based administrators in order to devote time to school improvement efforts, including collaboration around data, common assessments, and responsive instruction. Central offices and school offices will remain open.
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LOST & FOUND
It's cold out!!!!! Missing a jacket?
Call - 703-923-2700
Upcoming Dates:
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