August 16 - News and Notes!
Rolling Valley Families,
We are so excited for the first day of school on Monday, August 19th! Our team has worked diligently all summer to prepare, and we can't wait to kick off a new school year. This week's newsletter includes important information about PTA events, Back to School Night, key dates, and helpful tips for the first day of school. We hope you find this newsletter helpful.
To our returning families, we're thrilled to partner with you again this year! For all families, if there's something you're looking for in the newsletter and can't find, please feel free to reach out to me at vdelbagno@fcps.edu.
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!
We'd like to give a huge shoutout to the PTA for providing our staff with a delicious breakfast on the first day back, and for the wonderful lunch today! We appreciate all the PTA does for our staff!
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
Upcoming Dates
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Monday, August 19th – First Day of School
- * Bye-bye Breakfast (parents/guardians only) - Cafeteria 9:15-9:45 am
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Friday, August 30th - Labor Day Break (Holiday)
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Monday, September 2nd - Labor Day Break (Holiday)
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Friday, September 13th - Chalk the Walk - More information coming out from the PTA
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Thursday, September 19th - Back to School Night - (parents/guardians only) 6-8 pm
***See flyer below!
2024 - 2025 School Calendar
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The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences. |
Walking Students to Class
We are excited to welcome students back into the building on the first day of school! Families are welcome to walk their child to class on this special day. Starting the second day, we kindly ask that families say their goodbyes at the entrance of Rolling Valley, at the bus stop, or from the car at Kiss & Ride. Rest assured, our RV staff will be on hand to ensure that all students get to their classrooms safely.
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Additional First Week Reminders!
Bus Transportation:
Transportation has been reaching out to families whose children are assigned to a bus, providing details such as the bus stop location, approximate pick-up time, and drop-off time. You can also find this information in your ParentVUE account. Please be aware that slight adjustments to routes may be necessary during the first few weeks of school.
We recommend arriving at your bus stop at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time during this period. We kindly ask for your patience as our bus drivers learn the routes. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/transportation/bus-tracking-app-here-comes-bus - Here Comes the Bus App
Kiss & Ride:
Kiss and Ride forms will be given out to parents on the first few weeks of school. It is only necessary to fill out a Kiss and Ride form if you will picking up your child from Kiss and Ride in the afternoon on a daily basis. You will receive a car sign to keep in your car once we receive the signed form.
Early Release Mondays Schedule
Early Release Mondays
Please take a few minutes to review some important updates below, especially the dates for the seven three-hour early release Mondays that are new this school year.
The West Springfield Pyramid includes Rolling Valley and will have the following three-hour early release days. Rolling Valley ES will be released 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 dedicated to teacher planning, supporting students, and completing required professional development related to the new Virginia Literacy Act, updated reading and math standards, and other important initiatives. Please click here for more information regarding early release Mondays.
To help us plan for childcare needs during our early release Mondays, please fill out this form for each of your children enrolled at Rolling Valley Elementary: https://forms.gle/L37bX7RN2qwDb9oQ6.
This form will cover the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 16, 2024, and October 21, 2024. If you have multiple children, please submit a separate form for each one. We’ll follow up with you to confirm the after-school supervision plan for your child. Thank you for your help in making these days smooth and enjoyable for everyone!.
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
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!
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DAILY ATTENDANCE (2024-25)
Monday-Friday
9:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Early-8:55 a.m.
Rolling Valley Elementary will supervise students starting at 8:55 a.m. in the cafeteria. To keep our students safe, walkers and car riders should arrive at school no earlier than 8:55 a.m. Students are dismissed to classrooms from the cafeteria at 9:10 a.m. Students who are walkers or car riders and who would like to eat breakfast, must arrive to the cafeteria at 8:55 so they have time to eat.
On Time-9:10 a.m.
Our first bell rings at 9:10 a.m. Students should be in their seats by the second bell at 9:15 a.m.
Absent or Tardy-9:16 a.m.
If your child is either going to be absent for the entire day or late for any reason, call the school attendance line at 703-923-2727 or use the email box before 9:00 a.m. The attendance line is available 24-7 for your message. If the school does not receive a call from a parent, the absence will be considered unexcused.
Family Trips - We encourage family trips during scheduled school holidays and breaks. We discourage such trips during the school year because these extended absences interrupt sequential learning in many subject areas. Students who have pre-planned vacations during the school year must complete a prearranged absence form https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/se291.pdf
Students will be marked as unexcused during these absences.
We must withdraw any student who is absent from school for 15 days or more from our enrollment. Upon the student’s return, a parent must officially enroll him or her in school.
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RVES - Back To School Night
Thursday, September 19
6-8 pm
Elementary School Cell Phone Policy
Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when phone use is prohibited. Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency. With the approval of the principal or their designee, teachers may allow usage of cell phones for instructional activities where they are the most appropriate tool; however, one-to-one FCPS devices should meet most needs. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school, only.
Free/Reduced Lunch Application
Plan to Submit Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications This Summer
Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced-price meals for the 2024-25 school year.
Interested families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application ten days prior to the first day of the 2024-25 school year. The online application will be available later this summer and accessible via the FCPS homepage.
Students approved for Free and Reduced-Price Meals may qualify for additional benefits such as waived or reduced fees for instruments, uniforms, field trips, FCPS class fees, and Parktakes classes. Schools also benefit from funding opportunities based on Free and Reduced Price Meal application numbers.
Watch your email and our website for more information. Learn more about the Free and Reduced-Price Meal program online. If you have questions or need assistance with the Free and Reduced-Price Meals application, please contact [insert your school’s contact person and their information].
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.
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.
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