Oak View Celebrates Black History Month
Oak View Librarian, Mrs. Atkins, has curated a tremendous display of books to celebrate Black History Month and showcase the works of Black authors and illustrators, including those from Virginia or about topics that took place in Virginia. As you can see in the pictures below, these books include a special Black History Month bookmark that students get to keep after checking out the book. The bookmarks are reserved for books by Black authors, illustrators and/or highlight the impact of accomplishments and achievements by Black individuals in the history of our country. These books can be found in three main sections of our library including the tops of all shelves when entering library, the monthly special section, labeled Black History Month, and the section under the screen that includes the Virginia specific section, also shared on our morning announcements. Please encourage your child to check out one or more of these books this week and share them together at home. We thank Mrs. Atkins for creating such an impactful display.
   
Oak View Welcomed Back GMU Men's Volleyball Team
Oak View students were again treated to a visit from the GMU Men's Volleyball Team this past Friday. Students were eager to hang out with them during lunch and recess. No matter how often they visit, the students and adults are in awe of just how tall you need to be to play collegiate volleyball! 6th Grade Teacher, Mrs. Smith, even had to snap a quick pic. As one of our taller staff members at nearly 5'8", she felt a tad on the small side when standing with the team. We thank GMU for their partnership and our Oak View sponsors for handling the arrangements.
Save the Date - March 15 Oak View Night at GMU Volleyball!
As part of our continued partnership, GMU has invited Oak View students, staff and families to a future home volleyball game on Friday, March 15. Please save the date and look for more information in a future Review. We will sport our very best green and gold in support of Oak View and GMU! Go Patriots!
    
Upcoming Author Visit & Optional Book Orders DUE Feb. 9
Oak View is excited to welcome children's book author, Hanh Bui, on Wednesday, February 21. She will meet with our second grade students and we thank Mrs. Atkins, Oak View Librarian, for making this possible. In addition to attending the author visit, students/families who elect to pre-purchase a book will have the chance to have it personalized from Ms. Bui during her visit. The book purchase is completely optional and deadline to order is Friday, February 9. Books ordered through Bard’s Alley will be delivered to Oak View and more info is available at here.
Questions? Contact Marcie Atkins, Librarian, mfatkins@fcps.edu
GLOW Night is Coming - February 22 - ALL Families Welcome
Oak View invites all families to our first curriculum night on Thursday, February 22. This open-house style event will allow for students to showcase all they know about literacy and math to their families! Our Literacy and Math teams are planning engaging and meaningful activities designed to help families help students in fun and engaging ways at home! Attendees will leave with exciting take-aways and a bit more knowledge of how our students spend their time at school! We will also be raffling off fun and engaging math games families can play at home - be sure to join us!
Upcoming Author Visit & Optional Book Orders DUE Feb. 14
Oak View is excited to welcome children's book author, Erin Teagan, on Wednesday, February 28. She will meet with our fourth, fifth and sixth grade students and we thank Mrs. Atkins, Oak View Librarian, for making this possible. In addition to attending the author visit, students/families who elect to pre-purchase a book will have the chance to have it personalized from Ms. Teagan during her visit. The book purchase is completely optional and deadline to order is Friday, February 14. Books ordered through Bard’s Alley will be delivered to Oak View and more info is available at here.
Questions? Contact Marcie Atkins, Librarian, mfatkins@fcps.edu
 STARTS TUESDAY - Robinson Pyramid Presents FREE Parenting Workshop
Oak View invites all families to consider participation in this upcoming 10-week workshop. It is being provided at no cost to you and is designed to support parents build their toolbox for supporting elementary-aged children at home. At times, we all need a reminder about what will best meet the needs of our kids and Loving Solutions allows families to participate in authentic and applicable solutions to many common scenarios faced by all parents/guardians. Classes begin on February 6 so register today! More info available in Friday Folder.
Oak View Yearbooks On Sale Now
Oak View yearbooks are now on sale! Yearbook pricing starts at $17 and there are a variety of options and packages. All orders and pre-payments should be made through the Lifetouch Oak View portal at ybpay.com using school code 14947424. Payments should not be sent to school. We thank our Art teacher, Mrs. Sousa, for her awesome efforts compiling yet another amazing yearbook capturing a year to remember!
Deadline to order your yearbook is Friday, April 12
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Oak View Kindergarten Registration Now OPEN
Oak View is ready to welcome our newest eagle family members to the nest as Kindergarten Registration is now open. Registering early has many benefits, most important of which is identifying our staffing needs early in the season. Mrs. O'Brien, our school registrar, is taking appointments to register now. She can be contacted at 703-764-7100. For more registration information, please click here.
Kindergarten Orientation will be coming later this spring and once a date is confirmed, we will advertise here.
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Calendar Update - Student Holiday March 5
Oak View reminds families that earlier this school year, Tuesday, March 5 was changed to a student holiday and teacher workday. This is due to the large number of school locations used as polling locations for the Virginia primary.
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FCPS Superintendent to Present FY 2025 Proposed Budget
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will present the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, February 8, at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Reid’s presentation, as well as other budget documents, will be available after she presents to the board.
View the meeting on FCPS Cable TV Channel 99 (Verizon Channel 11), the FCPS YouTube Channel, or the FCPS website. To watch School Board meetings dubbed in Spanish, please visit the FCPS en Español YouTube channel.
If you would like language interpretation or American Sign Language support for any School Board meeting, please contact the board clerk. Find your School Board member and how to contact them on the School Board Members webpage.
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Here Comes the Bus
Want to know if your child's bus is on schedule or where the bus is? Here Comes the Bus® is an easy-to-use website and app that enables parents to see the location of their child’s school bus — almost in real time — on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer.
Parents can track multiple buses if their children don’t all ride the same bus; know exactly when children arrive at school or the bus stop; and receive customized text and/or email notifications about bus locations, schedule changes, or delays.
To get started, download the app from the Apple iOS or Android app store. Check out the Here Comes the Bus and Frequently Asked Questions webpages for more information.
Already using the Here Comes the Bus app? Send your feedback to HCTB@fcps.edu.
Note: eNotify text messaging will continue to be used for reporting bus delays and bus incidents.
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Tutor.com Helps 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.
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What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse
FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
- Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
- Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
- Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
- Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
- Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
Visit FCPS’ website for more information.
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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!
Annie Ray, a music teacher and orchestra leader from Annandale, Virginia, has been named the winner of the 2024 Music Educator Award. The prestigious honor, presented by the Recording Academy and the Grammy Museum, recognizes Ray’s contribution to music education.
Annie Ray of Annandale High School in Annandale, Virginia, is the recipient of the 2024 Music Educator Award™ presented by the Recording Academy ® and GRAMMY Museum.
Annandale orchestra director Annie Ray won the 2024 Grammy Music Educator Award.
A few years ago, three brothers from Burke hiked all 35 miles of the Virginia Creeper Trail in southwest Virginia with their mother despite downpours and packs weighted with soaked gear.
A Fairfax County high school marching band got a makeover thanks to a special battle of the bands competition backed by the heavy metal legends themselves: Metallica! Oakton High School’s marching band won the competition. They perform live for FOX 5’s Good Day DC team Thursday.
In Room 137 at Haycock Elementary in McLean, Virginia, students in Jon Baker’s fourth grade class on Monday morning each took turns reciting a line from Abraham Lincoln’s “Response to a Serenade.”
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Friday Folder Contents
Oak View uses Schoology for all Friday Folder contents.
All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Oak View All Parents and include the items below:
- Loving Solutions Parent Workshop
- Grade 2 Optional Book Order for Author Visit
- Grade 4,5,6 Optional Book Order for Author Visit
- GLOW Night Math & Literacy Night at Oak View - February 22
- Yearbooks on Sale Now
- Amazon Birthday Book Donation Letter
- OV PTA Wendy's Restaurant Fundraiser - February 6
- OV PTA i-Code Game Night - March 8
- OV PTA Papa Johns 40/10 Flyer
- Robinson Presents Matilda The Musical Jr
- Robinson Fan Quest - March 8
- Tech Adventure Camp Flyer
- CTE Summer Camp Flyer
- GMU Men's Basketball Free Ticket Offer
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Upcoming Events
February 6: Loving Solution Parent Workshop - 1st Class at Terra Centre Elementary
February 9: Order Deadline for 2nd Grade Author Visit
February 13: OV PTA Meeting (via Zoom)
February 14: Order deadline for 4th, 5th & 6th Author Visit
February 19: President's Day Holiday - School Closed
February 21: 2nd Grade Author Visit
February 22: GLOW Night Math & Literacy at Oak View (6:30 - 8:00 pm)
February 28: 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Author Visit
March 5: Student Holiday/Teacher Workday - No School
March 8: OV PTA iCode Fundraiser Night
March 15: GMU Men's Volleyball Night
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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.
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