Back to School: Key Information and Upcoming Events


First Day at Belvedere

First Day of School

The first day of the 2024-25 school year is Monday, August 19, 2024! Doors open at 8:55 am and classes begin promptly at 9:20 am!


Multilingual Learner Summit

All multilingual learners and their families are invited to attend a special summit on Thursday, August 8th from 5-8:30 PM at Annandale High School. Explore pathways to graduation and beyond while connecting with other families and learning from inspiring speakers. Childcare and language support will be provided. Register today!

Download the flyer with all the details! 


Playdate for Incoming Kindergarteners!

Wednesday, August 14th from 4:30-5:30 pm

Incoming Kindergarten families, join us for a fun playdate on Wednesday, August 14th from 4:30-5:30 PM! Let your child burn off energy and meet new friends while enjoying sidewalk chalk and other activities. This is a great opportunity for families to connect before the school year starts. Adults must stay and supervise their child. We can't wait to see you there! Thanks to the PTA for planning and organizing this event!


Playdate for 3rd Graders!

Friday, August 16th from 4:30-5:30 pm

Get ready to kick off the school year with a fun playdate for our rising 3rd graders! Join us on Friday, August 16th from 4:30-5:30 PM on the playground for a chance to connect with classmates and families. This is a great opportunity for our new Advanced Academic Program students to meet their peers as well. Adults must stay and supervise their child. We can't wait to see you there! Thanks to the PTA for planning and organizing this event!


SIS ParentVue Account

Access the FCPS secure solution for information about your child's attendance, class performance, demographic data, and more.

Activate your account or sign in by clicking here.


Important Back to School Forms!

The new Parent Digital Consent site is live!

Student consent forms previously available on ParentVue have been moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child.  If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.

Forms available include:

  • School Counseling Opt-out
  • Digital Resources Consent
  • SEL Screener Opt-Out
  • Family Life Education Opt-out
  • SOL Retest Permission
  • Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
  • Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations

Teacher Assignments

Important information coming soon! Be on the lookout for a letter in the mail next week announcing your child's teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.


Save the Date! Open House

Belvedere is hosting an Open House for students in 1st-5th Grade on Thursday, August 15th from 2:00-4:00 pm. We have have a variety of resources available in the cafeteria and your child will be able to visit their classroom and meet their teacher! We can't wait to see you!

Check out the flyers and more details on our school website!

Open House Flyer

Medication Drop Off

Please bring your child's medication to drop off at the school health room during Open House.


School Supplies

View the list of recommended school supplies for each grade level on our website.


Here Comes the Bus Mobile App

Know when your bus is approaching your stop. You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and an active Student Information System (SIS) ParentVue Account.


Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM)

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.


Resources for Newly Registered Families

Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:

There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible! 

Register Your Children Online

Online registration is available for new and returning (re-enrolling) FCPS families! Apply today to help us plan for the 2024-25 school year.


Food and Nutrition Services Career Opportunities

FCPS Food and Nutrition Services is hiring. Please learn more about opportunities by clicking here


PTA News

Become a Member of the PTA and/or Support Belvedere with a donation

Our PTA supports Belvedere in myriad ways: organizing school events, enrichment and outreach activities; providing funding for field trips, library books, and technology in the classroom; and building a school community outside the classroom through events like movie night, teacher appreciation, international night, read-a-thon, and more.

To purchase a membership or make a direct donation, please go to https://www.belvederepta.org/membership and choose your membership type (Staff $5 or Parent $10) and/or select Direct Donation to make a one-time or recurring donation. Thank you again for supporting the Belvedere PTA!  

The first PTA meeting of the 2024-2025 school year will be on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:30 pm.  All subsequent PTA meetings will take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm.  We can't wait to see you at our meetings and at school!

Visit belvederepta.org for more information about our PTA or to make a donation.

Questions or concerns? Email bespta.va@gmail.com.


Upcoming Dates

  • Thursday, August 15 from 2-4 pm - Open House (1st-5th Grade)
  • Monday, August 19 - First Day of School (Kinder-5th)
  • Friday, August 30 - NO SCHOOL (Labor Day Holiday)
  • Monday, September 2 - NO SCHOOL (Labor Day Holiday)
  • Wednesday, September 4 - PTA Meeting 6:30 pm
  • Thursday, September 19 - Back to School Night 5:30 - 7 pm

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