Calendar Reminders
Oct. 31- Book Character Spirit Day / End of Quarter / 2-Hour Early Release (2:00 p.m. dismissal time)
November 1 - No School, Diwali
November 4 - No School, Teacher Workday
November 5 - No School, Election Day / Teacher Workday
November 6 - Last day to nominate a staff member for FCPS Awards 🏆
November 11- No School, Veterans Day
📅 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar
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✨📔 Book Character Spirit Day
On Thursday, October 31st, Forestville will be having a Book/Movie Character Spirit Day. This is an opportunity for students to dress as their favorite storybook or movie character! Students should only wear "costumes" that are school appropriate. Masks, face paint, and weapons are not allowed.
🏆Forestville Employee Awards
Each year FCPS strives to recognize outstanding staff throughout the county. This is an opportunity to recognize staff in any and all capacities. Both staff and community members can nominate Forestville Staff. You do not need to nominate for all categories. To submit a nomination for a Forestville Outstanding Employee please complete your nomination through this Google Form by November 6th. You may nominate an employee in one or more categories. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria for that category listed in the form. If you have questions please reach out Jennifer Wright.
🔴⚪🔵 Veterans Day Information
We have planned several activities to honor our military connected families. On Tuesday, November 12th students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue. We will also be hosting a Veterans Day Assembly at 9:30 a.m. on November 12th. Any family member who is Military Connected is invited to attend the assembly.
If you are interested in speaking to a grade or class about your Military service after the assembly, please contact Mrs. Schnaue.
Wall of Heroes
If your family would like to honor a family member who is a Veteran, you are welcome to fill out the Wall of Hero’s form coming home in Tuesday . Please see Mrs. Schnaue if you’d like to participate or are in need of a form.
📝 AAP Full-Time Referrals
Deadline for Submitting Referrals: December 15
The deadline for all students in grades 2-6 to apply for full-time (formerly referred to as level IV) advanced academic services to begin at the start of the 25-26 school year is Sunday, December 15. This is a county provided date, there are no exceptions or extensions. Please plan ahead!
To initiate the screening process, please submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form through email to Elyssa McKinnon at eamckinnon@fcps.edu or submit a hard copy to the front office by 4:00 pm on Friday, December 13th.
If you have questions about the referral process, screening by the Central Selection Committee or academics, please join Elyssa McKinnon for a parent information session on November 20th in the cafeteria from 9:30-10:30 am.
✅Federal Impact Aid Survey
The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available in ParentVUE starting Monday October 21. Be on the look out for an eNotify message from FCPS on Monday October 21 for additional instructions.
The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify:
- Military Families
- Federally connected families
- Families living on a military base
Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. If you would like access to ParentVUE please email Amani Kirk.
🦃Save the Date - Thanksgiving Luncheon
We are looking forward to our Thanksgiving Luncheon with families at Forestville on Thursday, November 21! Lunch times will not change for the Luncheon.
📊The Fairfax County Youth Survey
The Fairfax County Youth Survey, a collaboration between the Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is a comprehensive, anonymous, and voluntary survey given each year to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12. The survey examines behaviors, experiences, and other factors that influence the health and well-being of Fairfax County's youth. The results, published each year at https://www.fairfaxcountyyouthsurvey.com/, identify trends and areas of need, providing a snapshot of the county's youth and serving as a barometer of the community's effectiveness in fostering healthy choices in young people
If you do not wish for your child to take part in the Youth Survey, please complete the form linked here and return it to your child's school counselor no later than November 8, 2024. If you have already opted your child out of this survey using the Parental Digital Consent Portal you do not need to provide additional information to the school counselor.
📚Language Arts Grading Update
Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).
Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.
This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reporting and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.
🎒 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
📰FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Federal Impact Aid Survey
- Football Players Tackle Literacy
- Tips to Keep Children Safe
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
📅 Save These Dates!
November is packed with fun and special events! Mark these on your calendar NOW:
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November 18-22: Our Book Fair is back with tons of volunteer opportunities. 📚💙
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Ice Cream Social (11/20) and Thanksgiving Luncheon (11/21) are also that week! 🍦🦃
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November 23: Our Winter Bazaar—a festive holiday marketplace for the whole family! 🎁✨
🦃 Thanksgiving Basket Donations Needed!
As we approach Thanksgiving, let’s come together to ensure everyone enjoys a warm holiday meal. We still need 30 more baskets for families at our sister school. Rally your neighbors, friends, and community to make this season memorable! 🍂💛 Pro tip: The PTA has a limited number of pre-prepared baskets available to “buy,” so volunteers will handle the shopping for you! It’s a fantastic way to teach our children about kindness and generosity. Sign up today to spread the love! 🙏💕
⛄Winter Bazaar - Keep Warm and Craft On - Vendors Wanted
Our 2nd Annual Winter Bazaar is jingling its way into Forestville on November 23 from 11 AM - 3 PM! 🎄 Last year, the gym was buzzing with handcrafted jewelry, delicious food, toys, home decor, and holiday treasures. This year, we’re inviting small businesses to join us again!
If you or someone you know has a business with products that appeal to families or fit the holiday spirit, we’d love to have you. And remember—we’re not limited to crafts! 🎁 (Please, no student applications.)
For more details or to apply, simply fill out the Google form by clicking the link, and our committee will be in touch. If you would like to help with the Bazaar and join the planning committee, email social@forestvillepta.org. Let’s make this year’s Bazaar even more magical!
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