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October 11 - News and Notes!
Rolling Valley Families,
We had a fantastic week filled with fun activities in our classrooms, and the beautiful weather gave our students plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors!
Our Curriculum Night on Thursday was a great success, and it was wonderful to see so many families learning about the exciting work happening in math, literacy, and advanced academics across Rolling Valley.
Reminders:
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No School on Monday, October 14
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Picture Day is Tuesday, October 15
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FLE Parent Preview will be held virtually on Wednesday, October 16
We look forward to another great week ahead!
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day
On the second Monday of October and the month of November, people all over the United States celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Native American Heritage Month.
Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
See the complete school year calendar
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Upcoming Dates
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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 Preview - 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!
Early Release Mondays Schedule
Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm:
- October 21
- November 18
- February 10
- March 10
- April 21
- May 12
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!
4th Grade!
Our fourth graders recently took on an exciting teamwork challenge during their morning meeting! Using only a piece of string, teams were tasked with stacking cups as high as they could. Each group had to collaborate, communicate, and strategize to create a plan, test it, and adjust their approach as needed. The activity not only fostered problem-solving skills but also highlighted the importance of working together to achieve a common goal.
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. |
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.
Free Immunization Event
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Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:
- Saturday, October 12th, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times.
School Picture Day is Coming!
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132673#login
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com
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.
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West Springfield HS Truck or Treat Event!
The West Springfield High School Student Government Association is excited to host this annual event to engage with our community and provide a sweet treat for local elementary school students. This year’s Truck or Treat will take place on Saturday, October 19th at 5 pm in the WSHS Upper Parking Lot.
In addition to passing out candy, we’ll also be showing a spooky-themed movie on the football field for extra fun! See the attached poster for more details. We hope to see you there!
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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:
HAUNTED HOUSE & FUN FAIR: LOTS OF IMPORTANT INFO BELOW!
VOLUNTEERS! We can't run this event without a BUNCH of volunteers! Note that teens (7th grade and up) are welcome to volunteer, too.
To volunteer for the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE
To volunteer for the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE
To donate food and/or supplies, click here: CLICK HERE
T-SHIRTS! The brand new Haunted House t-shirt is now on sale, and is available in your choice of blue or red! Pre-order yours today - advance sales will end on October 18! Please submit your t-shirt order form to the main office.
TICKETS! Buy your Haunted House & Fun Fair tickets in advance and save - see below for details!
If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email ptarollingvalley@gmail.com!
WANT TO SKIP THE LINE AT THE HAUNTED HOUSE? Everyone who joins the RVES PTA for the 2024-2025 school year by October 20 will be entered in a drawing for this SPOOK-TACULAR prize - one lucky winner will receive four “fast pass” admissions to the RVES Haunted House on Saturday, October 26 (they'll get free tickets AND go to the front of the line!) The winner will also get twenty bonus tickets to use as they wish at the event! Join the PTA today here: CLICK HERE
PYRAMID CHALLENGE: LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS TUESDAY, 10/15!
The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that was started over a decade ago. The event will take place on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Irving Middle School. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Register your student by Tuesday, 10/15 using the website below!CLICK HERE
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Monday, October 21; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ Virtual: Join us online for our October PTA meeting - all RVES families are welcome! The Zoom link will be sent out next week.
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: CLICK HERE
Saturday, November 16; 10:00am-12:00pm; West Springfield Pyramid Challenge Fun Run @ Washington Irving Middle School: The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that was started over a decade ago. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Register your student here by October 15: CLICK HERE
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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