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FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
April 8: WFES Green Team Meeting (3:30-4:30pm)
April 10: Eid - School Holiday - School & Offices Closed
April 11: STEAM Fair (6-8:00 pm)
April 12: DEADLINE to order a yearbook
April 15: Purple Up Day - Wear Purple to Support Military Families
April 15-19: Book Fair
April 16: Book Fair evening hours/PTA Ice Cream Social
April 18: Grade 4 Field Trip to Jamestown
April 20: Green Team Parkland Cleanup @Truro
April 25: Kindergarten Orientation
Dear Wakefield Forest Families,
It is time to start planning for our next school year. Developing class assignments each year is a complex process. School administration, classroom teachers, counselors, special education staff and specialists all have the opportunity to provide feedback on class groupings.
If you have feedback that you would like for us to consider, please add it to this Family Input Form no later than May 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. We will consider all feedback provided, but we are not always able to fulfill requests.
We respectfully ask that you do not request particular teachers. It is unfair to give special consideration to some families when it would be impossible to grant requests from all families. Please be aware that grade level assignments for staff sometimes change, due to late enrollments or other changes. Staff assignments are determined at the end of the summer.
Sharyn Prindle
Principal
Wakefield Forest ES
Check me out on Twitter
https://wakefieldforestes.fcps.edu/
A solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon, and one that requires important safety reminders. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. At Wakefield Forest ES, we have been able to collect approved eyewear, thanks to our awesome PTA, so that students can safely view the eclipse ONLY while wearing the eyewear. We are planning to provide an opportunity for students to be outside with approved eyewear to experience the solar eclipse. If your student has a specific need that you would like considered or you do not want your child to participate, please let your child’s teacher know as soon as possible so we can make alternate arrangements.
Here are some important reminders:
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Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce it at home.
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Regular sunglasses are not good enough. We will be providing eyewear that has been approved for viewing.
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Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m.
For more details, visit the FCPS Solar Eclipse webpage.
The WFES PTA is excited to host the STEAM FAIR on April 11th from 6pm to 8pm in the gym.
All WFES families are encouraged to attend this FREE, fun evening showcasing all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM)! STEAM volunteers from our local community will be inspiring our students with hands-on activities and educational demonstrations.
Activities this year will include:
- Robotics!
- Beekeeping!
- Lego Technology!
- Stem Games!
It is sure to be a fabulous night of fun and learning.
PRE-ORDER PIZZA
Make it a family night out! Pizza dinners are available for pre-order, and will be served in the cafeteria:
https://wakefieldforestes.memberhub.com/store
(Be sure to scroll down for pizza options) Pizza pre-orders must be submitted by April 4th.
CAN YOU HELP?
We need your help to make this evening a success! Sign up for a volunteer slot on the STEAM Fair Signup Genius or email wfessteamfair@gmail.com. Middle School and High School students are welcome to volunteer.
Don't wait...it is time to order your child's WFES 2023-24 yearbook. Deadline for yearbook ordering is 4/12.
Click on the link to order now: Order a Yearbook
Do you have a rising Kindergartner? Or a neighbor with a student joining WFES? Early registration in all grades helps us to be fully staffed for school.
If you have a child who will be five years old by September 30, 2024, please fill out this registration form or contact Sue Holmes, Registrar, at ksholmes@fcps.edu or 703-503-2300. If you know a family with school-aged children who plan to come to our school, please share this information with them so they can register their children.
For more information on registration requirements please visit https://www.fcps.edu/registration/kindergarten-registration
General kindergarten information can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/elementary-school-academics-k-6/kindergarten
Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled for April 25, 2024 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM.
We can't wait to meet our newest WFES wolves!
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Congrats to our WFES String students who worked hard and played beautifully at String Mentor Night on 4/4/24. Elementary students practiced their class and Solo Fest songs with Frost Middle School string students. The Frost MS string students gave a concert of their own music at the end of the evening to showcase what the elementary String students can do in Frost MS! Ms. Lubinski and Ms. Patterson, Frost MS Orchestra teacher, were there, too.
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Nominations are open for the 2024 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1, 2024. The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.
Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website.
Join the WFES Green Team on Saturday April 20th 9-12 as they support the Truro Parkland Committee with their Earth Day clean up. Meet at the clubhouse at 4146 Elizabeth Lane and bring water, clippers, and gloves. There will also be a guided parkland walk exploring the ecology, native plants and animals, and impact of the stream restoration at 9:00 am. Learn about our parkland and help keep our community clean! Contact Mary Muratore- mpmuratore@fcps.edu or Julie Howard - parkland@trurohomes.org if you have any questions.
Save the dates:
April 8th 3:30-4:30 Green Team meeting
April 20th 9:00am–12pm Truro Parkland Earth Day clean up
May 2nd 3:30-5 Clean Energy Educational Event- 3rd-6th
May 8th Bike, Roll and Walk to school day
May 9th 3:30-5 Pollinator Educational Event K-2
Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts. IFTA is a weekly Arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades during the month of July. Students take classes in Art, Music, Theatre, and Dance every day. Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the Elementary Institute for the Arts website for more information or email eifta@fcps.edu.
Fairfax County Public Schools is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. Prismatic Services, Inc., an educational consulting firm, will lead the forums. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Please attend the event that works best for your schedule:
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Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School.
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Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
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Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
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Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.
Registration is not required but does help with planning. Click one of the dates above to register. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.
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Principal: Sharyn Prindle sbprindle@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Amy Williams alwilliams1@fcps.edu
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