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October 3 - News and Notes!
Rolling Valley Families,
This week we managed a short but productive week. We managed to get outside as much as possible this week, though we found ourselves playing more indoor games as well. Looking ahead, we have a busy couple of weeks with several important events on the calendar, including Curriculum Night on Thursday, October 10, no school on Monday, October 14, Picture Day on Tuesday, October 15, and the FLE Parent Preview on Wednesday, October 16.
We’ve listed all the important dates for the month below.
Have a nice and safe long weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday!
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
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Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day.
Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed for Rosh Hashanah.
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is one of Judaism’s holiest days. Meaning “head of the year” or “first of the year,” the festival begins on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, which falls during September or October. Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in the Yom Kippur holiday, also known as the Day of Atonement.
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Upcoming Dates
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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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Tuesday - October 15th - School Fall Picture Day
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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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Monday, Oct. 21st - PTA Meeting - Virtual (A link will be shared closer to the date of the meeting)
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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 - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
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Saturday, Nov. 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
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Monday, Nov. 18 - Friday, Nov. 22 - School Book Fair
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Thursday, Nov. 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!
PTA - Rolling Valley
Fun Fair & Haunted House - Oct. 26
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.
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
What's happening at RVES!
Communication & Collaboration at Hemlock!
6th Grade Tackles Hemlocks Ropes Course!
Our 6th grade students recently went on an exciting adventure at the Hemlock Rope Course. Despite a bit of mud, the students embraced the challenge with enthusiasm! This field trip offered a unique opportunity for our students to strengthen their communication and collaboration skills as they navigated a series of obstacles together.
From balancing across ropes to conquering team-based challenges, each group worked together to find creative solutions, encourage one another, and reach the finish line as a cohesive unit. The experience not only tested their physical abilities but also highlighted the importance of teamwork and problem-solving. We are so proud of our students for their perseverance and team spirit!
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. |
Curriculum Night!
October 10
6-8PM
Parents/Guardians,
Join us for Curriculum Night, where the Math Coach and Literacy Coach will share valuable information about the curriculum and instructional practices happening at RV! Additionally, the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher will share information on the Advanced Academic Prorgam.
Feel free to attend one session or stay for all three! We hope to see you there!
 Advanced Academic Resource Teacher
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Information
Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:
Please join us for an information night on Thursday, November 14 at 6PM in the cafeteria to talk about the Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) screening process and future offerings for students who have qualified for Full Time (formerly referred to as Level IV) services.
- We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
- The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
- We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
- If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey krcarey@fcps.edu
Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome
November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM
In-Person; Cafeteria
AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE
AAP Screening
Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.
The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.
Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.
Please reach out to Krystyn Carey (krcarey@fcps.edu), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.
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.
Pyramid Challenge
Sat., Nov. 16 from 10-12:30
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.
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
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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