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“If there’s a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.”  
-Toni Morrison


Upcoming Events

 

October 24 – Picture Day
October 31 – Book Character Dress-up Day
November 1 - Diwali, Holiday 
November 4 - School Planning Day, Student Holiday
November 5 - Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
November 11 - Veteran's Day, Student Holiday

Please bookmark the FCPS School Calendar to stay informed about school holidays, breaks, and observances.


Outstanding Employee Awards

Let’s Recognize our Garfield Teachers!

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Garfield Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below.

Outstanding Teacher  

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district)

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding Leader 

Outstanding Professional Employee 

Outstanding Operational Employee

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, Parent Liaisons

The deadline to submit a nomination is Thursday, October 31st.

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Neville at mlneville@fcps.edu 


book character day

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will host immunization clinics for any FCPS student age 18 or younger at Frost Middle School on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic

Students age 19 and older may access free immunizations at their middle/high school immunization clinic, the Fairfax County Health Department or through other community resources.

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Please check the Immunization Resources page for clinic locations, dates, and how to submit a consent form.


🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is hosting a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for one of the following conversations:

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.


Community Event

Fall Festival

Free Webinars for Families

In October, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

  • Supporting siblings of children with disabilities.
  • Helping students organize their schoolwork.
  • Benchmark Advance, the new K-6 language arts curriculum.
  • Ways to engage with your children in mathematics.
  • Transitions from school to work and adult life for students with disabilities. 

Sign up for the FRC newsletter to learn about their latest offerings or visit their webinar webpage.


Garfield PTA

Join the PTA! Help us build a stronger future together! 

The PTA is very important for our school.

As a PTA member, you can share your ideas and help make our school better. Your voice matters!

We may be small, but we can do great things together. We need your support to improve activities, host events like movie nights and international night, and update our facilities and technology. Thank you!   

Please join the PTA by clicking here. 

Current Board Members:  

President: Lauren Dunham 
Vice President: Sana Malik
Treasurer: Mary Jo Mentzel 
Secretary: Amy Dane
Fundraising Chair: Jennifer Goen
School Liaison: Melody Wheatley
Technology Chair: Anna Howell  

https://garfieldelementarypta.square.site/


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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

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We are in this together!!  We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern. Thank you for your support and being part of our team!

Your Garfield Partner Principals,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal,  Klpeerman@fcps.edu
Ms. Manning, Assistant Principal, eamanning1@fcps.edu