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September 19 - News and Notes!
Rolling Valley Families,
Thank you to all the families who attended Back to School Night! It was wonderful to see our building filled with families connecting with teachers and exploring where and what your children are learning. If you were unable to join us, don’t worry—there are more opportunities to engage with Rolling Valley and the curriculum. Mark your calendars for Curriculum Night on October 10 and two Instructional Insight meetings focused on Reading and Math that we are holding in October (Reading) and November (Math). Be sure to read below for more information on these upcoming events.
Also, a big thank you to all families for helping us have a smooth and successful Monday Early Release. We hope you have a fantastic weekend!
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
Upcoming Dates
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Monday, Sepember 23rd-Friday 27th - Blue Star Welcome Spirit Week
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Monday, September 23rd - PTA Meeting School Library - 7 PM
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Thursday, October 3rd - No School - Rosh Hashanah
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Friday, October 4th - No School
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Thursday, October 10th - Curriculum Night - Advanced Academics, Literacy, Mathematics (parents/guardians only) 6-8 pm **See flyer below!
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Monday, October 14th - No School
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Wednesday, October 16th - 6:30 FLE Parent Previrew - Virtual (link will be sent closer to date)
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Monday, Oct. 21st - Early Release - 1:00 PM
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Saturday, October 26th - RVES Fun Fair & Haunted House - 4:30-8:30
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Wednesday, October 30th - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am - All about Reading - **See flyer below!
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Thursday, October 31st - 2 Hour Early Release (End of the Quarter)
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Friday, Nov. 1st - No School
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Monday, Nov. 4th - No School
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Tuesday, Nov. 5th - No School
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Monday, Nov. 11th - No School
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Thursday, Nov. 14th - Full-Time AAP Screemomg Process - School Library 6-7 PM
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Saturday, Nov. 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
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Thursday, Nov. 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!
What's happening in our classrooms!
Math in action!
At RVES, our students are diving deeper into math through engaging, hands-on activities designed to encourage exploration and active learning. These experiences are further enhanced by opportunities for students to engage in meaningful discourse with their peers. By working together to solve problems and discuss strategies, our students are developing a stronger understanding of key math concepts and building their critical thinking skills. We are excited to see their enthusiasm grow as they take ownership of their learning in collaborative ways!
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. |
 Blue Star Welcome Week!
Spirit Week
September 23rd — 27th
This exciting week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military families and show them our appreciation for their service. Throughout the week FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, and actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Learn more about how you can participate in Blue Star Welcome Week at bluestarwelcomeweek.org.
Curriculum Night!
October 10
6-8PM
 Advanced Academic Resource Teacher
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Information
Krystyn Carey is thrilled to join Rolling Valley staff this year as the Advanced Academics Resource teacher. Please find the Fall Newsletter linked below, and please reach out to Krystyn at krcarey@fcps.edu at any time with questions! Also, please join her on Curriculum Night (October 10) for more information. Krystyn will also be hosting a Parent Information Meeting 2: Understanding the Full-Time AAP Screening Process on Thursday, November 14 from 6-7 PM in the school Library.
AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE
FLE Parent Preview
You are invited to attend a virtual evening session Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 PM to preview the Family Life Education (FLE) media and lessons, and to engage in conversation with school staff about the program.
Parents/guardians who do not wish for their child to participate in FLE instruction can opt them out of any or all lessons. For students in general education classes, opt-out forms are available through the Parent Digital Consent (PDC). For students in special education or those using the modified FLE lessons for the 2024-2025 school year, a paper opt-out form is required. These forms can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/curriculum/subject-area/family-life-education-fle/fle-opt-out-request-forms.
PTA - Rolling Valley
Fun Fair & Haunted House - Oct. 26
Pyramid Challenge
Sat., Nov. 16 from 10-12:30
Events in the RV Community
Bike Rodeo
Come learn about bike safety at the annual Tour de Mount Vernon Bike Ride with the first-ever bike rodeo on Saturday, October 19! This will be a great way for children to learn about helmet safety, practice stopping for pedestrians and cars, all while having fun in the process! A South County High School student is doing this as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award. See flier for more information about the Bike Rodeo, the Youth and Family Ride, and the longer adult rides around the Mount Vernon district.
Register here using this link.
West Spingfield HS Homecoming Parade
West Springfield High School’s SGA homecoming committee invites all staff, students and parents, and the community, to our annual homecoming parade. This particular event features a variety of floats, performances, and our wonderful students that make up our school. We believe that it would be a great opportunity to have your students experience this exciting school spirit. This is a special event for our school and community, and we would be honored if you were a part of the celebration.
Upcoming Rolling Valley
Principal Chat Events
JOIN THE PTA!
 Did you know PTA memberships are only valid for one year? By becoming a member, you'll receive updates on PTA-sponsored events and be the first to know about volunteer opportunities at the school!
Check something off your to-do list and support the PTA’s initiatives by joining today. Your $15 membership fee helps fund special events, teacher appreciation activities, school resources, and much more. And while we love volunteers, there’s no time or volunteer commitment required to be a PTA member.
Join online today at CLICK HERE!
PTA NEWS:
Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 22 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount: (INSERT LINK #1)
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! We need volunteers to help at the Haunted House and Fun Fair! Note that teens (7th grade and up) are welcome to volunteer too! If you're interested, please contact Haunted House co-chairs Amanda Alper and Kathy Harris (RVEShaunts2024@gmail.com) or Fun Fair chair Mellissa Obha (sulissa2@gmail.com).
To volunteer at the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE
To volunteer at the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE
To donate food or supplies to the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE
If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email ptarollingvalley@gmail.com
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: The PTA has coordinated before and after school activities for the fall, including Run Fit Kidz, Basketball/Flag Football & Zumba! All class offerings use online registration and are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please be aware that some classes will not run if there are insufficient students. If this is the case, your money will be refunded. For scholarship information, please contact Ms. Del Bagno as soon as possible. For any questions, please contact the PTA’s After-School Programs Coordinator, Lisa Callahan, at (703)338-2989 or lisa.callahan27@gmail.com. All details and registration information can be found here:
RUN FITZ KIDS: CLICK HERE
BASKETBALL/FLAG FOOTBALL/ZUMBA:CLICK HERE
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Monday, September 23; 7:00-8:00pm; FIRST PTA MEETING OF THE YEAR! All RVES families are welcome at our first general membership meeting of the year on Monday, September 23 at 7:00pm in the RVES library! You'll get the inside scoop on the PTA's plans for the year and hear the principal's report from Mrs. Del Bagno. Plus, we'll be voting on the 2024-2025 PTA budget. Note that childcare will be provided.
Wednesday, September 25; 11:30am- 9:00pm; PTA Fundraiser @ Pupatella. Ready for a mouthwatering meal that supports a great cause? Join us at Pupatella (8434 Old Keene Mill Road in West Springfield) and make a difference! With every order you place, 20% will be donated to the RVES PTA. Just mention "Rolling Valley fundraiser" when you check out!
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!
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