Oak View Review

Calendar Reminder - Student Holiday THIS TUESDAY

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. 

Oak View Spring Clean-Up Event - March 16

As we look forward to spring, we're excited to invite you to join us for our family spring cleanup day. On March 16, from 9 to 12, we'll be rolling up our sleeves to tackle some projects like weeding and picking up any trash that has accumulated around the campus. Let’s get together and make our campus look beautiful!  Please bring gloves and any shovels or rakes that you may have available. Our rain date will be April 6, and if you sign up on our Sign Up Genius we can let you know any updates on the morning of the cleanup.  If you have any questions, you can reach out to Oak View’s Get2Green Coordinators: Kim Andray and Amy Riddick. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to make our school grounds shine!

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

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. 

Kindergarten Orientation is set for Tuesday, April 2 at 2:30 pm.

• Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. 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.

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

OV PTA Spring After-School Clubs OPENS WEDNESDAY

OV PTA is excited to offer their third round of afterschool clubs beginning soon! Please check out the information linked here.  Registration opens Wednesday!

Please make plans to join us for next OV PTA meeting on Tuesday, March 12 at 6:30 pm via Zoom!

Do You Know Where FCPS Funding Comes From?

The majority of FCPS funding is requested from the Fairfax County government, which generates its revenue from real estate and personal property taxes. The Commonwealth of Virginia provides the next largest source of revenue to FCPS through state aid and sales tax. The rest of the funding comes from a variety of sources, including federal aid and tuition for non-county residents. (The numbers above represent the FY 2025 proposed school operating fund in millions.)

FCPS does not have the authority to impose taxes and may only charge fees where the Commonwealth of Virginia has granted specific authority. Learn more about FCPS’ FY 2025 Advertised Budget.

Look for the FCPS Family Engagement Survey This Sunday

Parents/caregivers will receive the FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey Sunday, March 3, from independent research firm K12 Insight. Please participate — your feedback is critical in helping to inform and improve practices to best support our students. Taking this survey will also help strengthen the partnership between your family and our school. When that partnership is strong, students can experience a range of benefits including improved school readiness, higher student achievement, better social skills and behavior, and an increased likelihood of graduating high school. The survey will take about 10-15 minutes to complete and will be available in 10 languages. Please visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information. Your voice matters!

Upcoming Religious Observances

Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their student's teacher regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.

Join a Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs

A community conversation addressing the opioid crisis within Northern Virginia and Fairfax County Public Schools will be held Wednesday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Please enter through Door #14. 

All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.   

This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed is suitable for students in grades 6-12. Together as a community, we aim to explore collaborative strategies to minimize the impact of these harmful and too-often fatal substances.

Language interpretation services are available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed. Learn more about the event and register online. 

Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families

Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students. 

Purple Up! T-shirts are available for purchase through Friday, March 8. 

Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps

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.

Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools

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.

Our Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

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.

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!

• 2/23/24 Fairfax Times - Fairfax student launches robotics program

Across the county, interest in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) is growing. The Virginia Department of Education Science Standards even includes engineering practices in all grades.

• 2/25/24 Gazette Leader - McLean High again named one of top student-journalism programs

McLean High School was among three Fairfax County schools and 28 nationwide selected as recipients of the 2024 First Amendment Press-Freedom Award.

• 2/25/24 Gazette Leader - Langley student wins top regional award in Scholastic Art Awards

A Langley High School student was one of five from Fairfax County’s public schools to be nominated for American Visions (best-in-show) awards in the 2024 Regional Scholastic Art Awards program.

• 2/21/24 Connection Newspapers - Preschool Mail Carriers Deliver Valentines

On Monday, Feb. 12, Meagan Bahamonde, “Miss Meaghan,” a Fairfax County Public Schools preschool teacher at Forestville Elementary in Great Falls, told her seven students they would deliver Valentine's Day cards and packages to other teachers in the school throughout the week.