August 9 - News and Notes!
Rolling Valley Families,
We extend a warm welcome to all new Rolling Valley families! We hope you find this newsletter helpful. To our returning families, we are excited to work alongside you again this year! To all families, if there are pieces of information you are hopeful for in the newsletter and you aren't seeing it, please reach out to me at vdelbagno@fcps.edu and I'll look to see what adjustments can be made.
We hope everyone is enjoying the last few weeks of summer! As the sunny days begin to wind down, the Rolling Valley staff is gearing up for an exciting new school year. We are thrilled to welcome all our staff back on Monday for our kick-off event! The upcoming week will be packed with professional development sessions and classroom preparations.
Be sure to check the newsletter for information from the PTA on ways to volunteer, upcoming events, and how to join. Your involvement makes a big difference!
Don't forget to mark your calendars for our Open House on August 15 from 3-4 pm. We can't wait to see you there!
Have a great weekend,
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
Upcoming Dates
- TODAY - FRIDAY, AUGUST 9TH - WEATHER UPDATE - Due to the weather Popsicles with the Principals will be held in the school gym. The event will now be from 4-5 pm. We will continue to monitor the weather and make further adjustments if needed!
-
Thursday, August 15th - Open House (3-4 pm)
*** See flyer below!
Monday, August 19th – First Day of School
- * Bye-bye Breakfast (parents/guardians only) - Cafeteria 9:15-9:45 am
-
Friday, August 30th - Labor Day Break (Holiday)
-
Monday, September 2nd - Labor Day Break (Holiday)
-
Thursday, September 19th - Back to School Night - (parents/guardians only) 6-8 pm
***See flyer below!
2024 - 2025 School Calendar
 |
|
The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences. |
Rolling Valley
2024-2025 PTA Board
Congratulations to our new PTA officers for the 2024-2025 School Year! Thank you for all you do to support students, staff and families at Rolling Valley!
President- Tierra Anthony
Vice President- Kaytee Mack
Treasurer- Linda Grimm
Secretary- Toby Latham
PTA News
PTA NEWS:
JOIN THE PTA / RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP! Membership is just $15 per family, and your dues help fund school events, field trips, author visits, curriculum enhancements for teachers and much more. Plus, members receive updates about school happenings and access to an exclusive online student directory. We love volunteers, but no time or volunteer commitment is required to be a PTA member! Join online today at: CLICK HERE
WELCOME BACK TEACHERS AND STAFF! We are seeking donations to RE-STOCK THE TEACHERS' LOUNGE. Please sign up using the link below and drop off your donated items at the RVES Office between Wednesday, August 7th and Friday, August 16th, between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM. ALL DONATIONS MUST BE DROPPED OFF NO LATER THAN 4:00 PM on Friday, August 16th.
We know the school year can be busy, so if it is more convenient, please feel free to use the link below to donate money to our Teacher Appreciation/ Hospitality Fund. All donations will be used to provide lunches, snacks, and treats to our teachers throughout the year.
CLICK HERE to donate food/drinks for the Teachers' Lounge.
CLICK HERE to donate to the Teacher Appreciation/Hospitality Fund.
HAUNTED HOUSE & FUN FAIR: The Rolling Valley Haunted House and Fun Fair is a long-standing community tradition, and will take place on Saturday, October 26 and we need volunteers to help our Haunted House planning committee! If you're interested, please contact co-chairs Amanda Alper (aeregner@gmail.com) and Kathy Harris (kathleenharris01@yahoo.com).
BOX TOPS: The PTA’s easiest fundraiser!
· Box Tops CLICK HERE: Collect and bring them to school or download the app and simply scan your store receipt.
You don’t need to be a member of the RVES family to use the Box Top fundraiser, so family, friends and neighbors can help too!
SEPTA News
SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA):
Fairfax County SEPTA serves all special education, special needs, and disabled students, their families, and educators in Fairfax County, Virginia. We need your help to reach more families and educators!
Join at: CLICK HERE
If you have any questions, please contact president@fairfaxcountysepta.org. For more information visit the SEPTA website at www.FairfaxCountySEPTA.org
Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at ptarollingvalley@gmail.com with any questions or comments!
Upcoming Event - Haunted House
Calling all witches, warlocks & wizards! It will soon be that time of year when the ghosts come out to play & the magic happens! This year's Haunted House will be on Saturday October 26 & we are looking for volunteers to help put together a terrifying event! Kathy Harris and Amanda Alper have taken up the mantle to chair the event and are building a high energy team to continue RVES's favorite Fall tradition! If you are interested in lending a hand -- anything from designing a room, building props, or helping with set up, as a guide, make up or much more -- the Haunted House can definitely use your talent! Please contact Kathy and Amanda at RVEShaunts2024@gmail.com or stop by the tables at Open House and Back to School Night!
Nurse's Corner
 |
|
*We have a new Virginia Asthma Action Plan and a new Authorization for Anaphylaxis, please find the form linked below*
Health Information Form
The Health Information Form is to be completed by the parent or guardian at the start of each school year. The completed form is to be returned to the school clinic.
Prescription Medications
Children who need to take medication during school hours must have a signed Medication Authorization, Release, and Indemnification Form. Prescription medications require the signature of both the parent and the physician. Inhalers and EpiPens require authorization forms.
|
Immunizations
In Virginia, it's required by law for students to have certain immunizations to attend school. This is supported by guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Virginia Department of Health, and FCPS Regulation 2101.
Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.
You can check your child’s immunization compliance by accessing ParentVUE.
Families of students with incomplete immunization records need to provide acceptable proof of immunization to their child's school as soon as possible. You can find the list of required immunizations on the General Registration Immunizations webpage.
If your child’s immunizations are incomplete, here's what you need to do:
- Get your child’s immunization record from one of these places:
- Request immunization records for free through the Virginia Immunization Information System (VIIS).
- If your child was immunized outside Virginia, get records from those states’ systems.
- Request records from your healthcare provider. Some may charge for copies.
- Submit your child’s immunization record to your child’s school.
Families should submit their child’s completed immunization records before September 30.
Please visit FCPS’ website for more information.
Early Release Mondays Schedule
We wanted to provide a reminder and follow up to the FCPS communication that was sent in June regarding seven three hour early release Mondays for elementary students in the 24-25 year. Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm:
- September 16
- October 21
- November 18
- February 10
- March 10
- April 21
- May 12
This time will be utilized for teacher planning time to support students, complete required professional development for the new Virginia Literacy Act, new reading and math standards, and other initiatives.
Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email ESPlanning@fcps.edu.
School Supply Lists
The school supply lists for each grade level is available on the school website. Please visit the website to find the list for your child's grade. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to our front office at 703-923-2700. We're here to help!
Summer Reading
24-25 School Year
Monitor Needed
We are excited to announce that we are looking for a dedicated monitor for the 2024-2025 school year. This rewarding position offers a unique opportunity to spend quality time with our students and support their needs here at Rolling Valley. If you love interacting with children and want to make a positive impact in our school community, we would love to hear from you! If interested, please reach out to Veronica Del Bagno at vdelbagno@fcps.edu.
Registration Information
Need to Register?
Please visit - https://www.fcps.edu/online-registration - where you will find the steps to complete a New Student Registration.
When the online enrollment is complete, please email Lourdes Presnell at lcpresnell@fcps.edu to let her know when you would like to schedule a registration appointment.
A response email will be sent confirming date and time of your appointment.
You will need to bring the following items to the registration:
- The student's original birth certificate.
- A Deed/Lease for your residence. The enrolling parent's name must be on the document.
- Your photo ID.
- A Certificate of Physical Examination and immunization record are also required, but you can schedule your registration appointment without them. The Certificate of Physical Examination and immunizations must be turned in before the first day of school, August 19, 2024.
- Any other documents you selected "Bring a Hardcopy".
You can also complete the forms, signed them and bring them to your appointment if you do not want to do the online registration. Attached is the link: https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/Enroll_Pre-Kindergarten_Experience.pdf
Unsubscribe
- Go to the News You Choose website: CLICK HERE
- Enter the email address used for the News You Choose website and hit the submit button
- You will see all the subscription topics. You can add or remove topics. To remove Rolling Valley ES scroll down to Elementary Schools and uncheck Rolling Valley
- At the bottom of the page hit the submit button.
|
