 Samantha Goldstein- Principal
sngoldstein@fcps.edu
Meghan Ehrman- Assistant Principal
mrehrman@fcps.edu
Joan Carter- Interim Assistant Principal
jrcarter@fcps.edu
Upcoming Events
February 19 - Presidents Day (no school)
February 22 - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
February 23- Fairview Heritage Night & Art Show 6 - 7:30 cafeteria (door 2)
February 26- Spring Picture Day
February 27 - March 3 - Public Schools Week
Dear Fairview Families,
This week, we are excited to partner with our PTA to host our Heritage Night and student art show. We hope to see all of our families there!
The Falcon Focus lesson scheduled for the week of February 19th will delve into the concept of Upstairs Brain/Downstairs Brain. The "upstairs brain" refers to the region responsible for functions such as thinking, logic, reasoning, and self-control. On the other hand, the "downstairs brain" serves as our reactive center, triggering responses like flight, fight, or freeze when faced with challenging situations. When individuals find themselves in the grip of intense emotions that activate their downstairs brain, they may struggle with problem-solving and reasoning abilities.
I encourage you to take a moment to chat with your child about some of the strategies they have learned over the past few weeks. These strategies can be invaluable in helping them navigate their emotions and responses effectively
Have a wonderful week!
Sincerely,
Samantha Goldstein
Principal
 All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, for the Presidents Day holiday. Learn more about Presidents Day in Britannica.com. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 20. See the complete school year calendar
 
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Spring Individual Picture Day is on Monday, February 26. Students will attend picture day with their teachers. Flyers and order forms were sent out in Wednesday folders on 01/31/24.
Class pictures and the Sixth Grade Panoramic Picture Day will be held on Thursday, April 4. Order forms will be sent out prior to spring break.
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Fairview’s Kindergarten Orientation will be Wednesday, May 22, 4:45-6:00 PM.
Registration forms and detailed information about Kindergarten Orientation, and a sign-up link, will be provided to those who have completed the Survey of Preschool Children survey or have contacted the school.
Please let us know if you have a rising Kindergarten student – a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024. If you have a neighbor or friend who has a rising Kindergartner, please ask them to call Fairview at 703-503-3700.
Your assistance with identifying our incoming Kindergarten class is greatly appreciated.
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Dear Fairview Military-Connected Families,
FCPS has selected the schools in Robinson Pyramid schools to showcase our community of military-connected students and families as part of their district-wide Month of the Military Child celebration in April. Military-connected students and their parent/guardian will have a short photography session, followed by an optional video interview. As a token of appreciation for your participation, professional digital photographs will be gifted. Any family members are welcome, but must include the parent/guardian who is in the military.
When: Tuesday, February 27, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Snow day: Thursday, February 29)
Where: Robinson Secondary School - Door 1
What to Wear: Service members, thank you for wearing your military uniform.
Please RSVP by completing this registration by Tuesday, February 20. You will receive a confirmation email with more information prior to February 27.
Thank you for your participation. Thank you for your service.
For questions please contact Kate Kettner at kmkettner@fcps.edu
Members of the general public are invited to attend the science fair open house at Robinson Secondary School on Sunday, March 17, 1-3 p.m.
Cafeteria Volunteers
Fairview Elementary School is looking for volunteers to join in the fun in our Falcon cafeteria!
Volunteers will bring students forgotten items, escort students to the bathroom, and help students remember to clean (sweepers, table washers, etc).
If you would like to join in the fun please sign up for any available dates/times you are available.
Any way you slice it we are grateful for you!
Sign up here for any days and timeslot through February!
Call for Volunteers to Support ZEN Lunch
Beginning last year, Fairview has been able to offer ZEN Lunch to students in grades 4-6 on at least 3 days weekly. ZEN Lunch is an opportunity for students to eat in a calm quiet separate space away from the cafeteria. Students enjoy low lighting and calming music or videos (like the panda cam when that was a thing!). We will be able to continue offering this as an option as possible based on our staffing. We are asking for some support in helping us keep this going and consistently available for students. We are looking for parents that are willing to come to help us host Zen lunch on a consistent schedule, whether it be weekly on certain days, biweekly on a specific day or otherwise. This would require a volunteer to be badged through FCPS. If you are interested, please reach out to Lindsey Wilcox (lrwilcox@fcps.edu) in the main office for more information regarding badging and to discuss scheduling. Thank you for your consideration!
Our lost and found is very full! Do you recognize any of these items? We have wonderful PTA volunteers who tag and hang these items up. Please remind your child to stop by the lost and found on their way to lunch! After a period of time, these items are donated.
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Yearbooks are on sale now! Price is $16. Order online at www.strawbridge.net, online code:YB28140.
The deadline to order is April 8, 2024.
Please call the Main Office with any questions, 703-503-3700.
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The Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge will be held on Saturday, March 2, at 10:45 a.m., at Hayfield Secondary School. The event features a public tasting of student dishes and demonstrations from two local celebrated chefs.
The student challenge at the heart of this event is to create healthy, delicious, and culturally diverse school menu items that meet USDA guidelines. Entries will be judged by a panel including celebrity chefs, school food professionals, and local food producers. The public is invited to vote for their favorite dish.
Chefs Najmieh Batmanglij and Chris Morgan of Joon will offer a demonstration at 11:15 a.m. Public tasting of student dishes will get underway at noon.
Student-created dishes from this annual event have been featured on school menus throughout the Greater Washington Region. It is free to attend, but registration is required.
Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:
- Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Graham Road Elementary School.
- Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South County Middle School.
- Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Terraset Elementary School.
- Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Hybla Valley Elementary School.
- Thursday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Poe Middle School.
- Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School.
Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help FCPS plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School.
Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.
Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.
At the last School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid proposed a budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 that focuses on excellence and providing students an equitable education in an inclusive and respectful environment, where access, opportunity, and achievement are available to all.
The budget also prioritizes competitive compensation to attract and retain a world-class workforce.
The FY 2025 Proposed Budget totals $3.8 billion, an increase of $301.8 million, or 8.6%, over the FY 2024 Approved Budget. Nearly 86% of the budget is focused on instruction. Key highlights include:
- Supporting students academically by maintaining existing class size formulas and providing necessary support to all students.
- Retaining and attracting world-class educators with a 6% market scale adjustment.
- Strengthening student well-being outside of the classroom with expanded athletics offerings, additional athletic trainers, and enhanced stipends for fine and performing arts.
- Continuing initiatives including expansion of inclusive preschool, adoption of green initiatives, and funding assistant director of student activities positions previously funded with ESSER III.
Special education daily contract extensions, funding for the safety and security screening program, and late buses to support academics and activities at middle schools are several of the priorities to be addressed at the end of FY 2024.
The School Board is scheduled to adopt the Advertised Budget on Thursday, February 22. Read more about the proposed budget. Keep up with FCPS’ budget development process.
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