 Tomorrow we are looking forward to welcoming back everyone from a wonderful Thanksgiving break! We’re excited to kick off this week by welcoming Bunny Lancaster as our interim principal. Last week may have been a short week but we packed in a lot of fun. Mrs. Cooksey's class held their festive Thanksgiving Day Parade and our 6th graders collaborated to build the planets out of playdoh to explore their relative sizes. With just a few weeks before our next break, we are ready for more learning and fun! Have a wonderful week.
 Pictured from Left to Right: Sarah Jimenez, (Assistant Principal) Becky Schnabel (Reading Specialist), Brandi Padgett (5th Grade), Jenn Genus (Kindertagen), Leona Russell (ESOL Teacher), Laura Stokes (aide to School Board Member at Large Kyle McDaniel), Virginia Delegate Irene Shin, and Carolyn Conley (ESOL Teacher).
On November 26, Navy Elementary had the honor of hosting Virginia Delegate Irene Shin for an insightful visit focused on FCPS’s literacy programs and initiatives. During her time on campus, Delegate Shin met with staff and administration to learn more about the implementation of the new Benchmark curriculum and how the school is aligning its efforts with the Virginia Literacy Act.
Teachers shared their personal experiences, highlighting both the benefits and challenges of these recent changes. Discussions included how the Benchmark curriculum is fostering stronger foundational literacy skills and how the Virginia Literacy Act is shaping instruction to ensure students achieve reading proficiency. The visit provided an opportunity for educators to share their perspectives on the impact of these programs on student success and the support needed to continue delivering high-quality instruction.
Navy Elementary is proud to be at the forefront of literacy education and grateful for Delegate Shin’s interest in and support of initiatives that empower students to succeed
The next early dismissal day is Monday, December 9th.
We have saved your dismissal plan from our last early release. Please use your child's ID in the Early Release Tool below to check or update your 12/9 plan.
Steps to Verify:
- Visit this link: Early Release Tool to check your child's plan for 12/9
- Enter your child's ID, received in an eNotify email on 11/18, to view the current dismissal plan (you may also ask your child for their 7-digit login ID)
- Deadline to update the plan is 12/4 (This Wednesday), to help ensure the safety of all our students during dismissal
Hello! We are continuing to partner with Inova Fair Oaks Hospital for the Seasonal Card Design Challenge. This year’s theme is “Do More Together.” Cards should focus on the spirit and beauty of the season and the idea of doing more together benefits the entire community.
Instructions for designs:
- Card designs should be 100% student created.
- Simple, bold, colorful designs work best.
- White paper or colored paper is fine with a minimum size of 8 ½ x 11 inches.
- Please print your first and last name, grade, and teacher on the back of the artwork in pencil.
- Avoid using lead pencil on the front as pencil lines do not reproduce well.
Deadline: Friday, December 13. Prior to the end of the year, Inova Fair Oaks will announce the Navy Elementary student artist whose design will be featured on the hospital seasonal card.
We look forward to showcasing the incredible creativity of our students and the importance of community collaboration!
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All students in Grades 2-7 may be screened by referral for the full-time advanced academic program. The referral window is open from the first day of school through December 15, annually. Do not wait for test scores or the universal screener referral (second grade only). No referrals for full-time screening will be accepted after the spring screening deadline of December 15, annually. The referral form and optional parent-guardian questionnaire can be found on the FCPS AAP Identification and Placement for Current FCPS Students. Contact Kristen Scudder, Navy’s AART, or view the FCPS Full-Time Academic Programs Services Identification Procedures website for more information.
Let's dive into the joy of reading with the Schoolwide Enrichment Model (Reading Above) during the second quarter! Your children may have noticed special guests sharing book hooks on WNES News! Book hooks are one component of Reading Above that allows our students to learn about new books that they might want to read. This program is all about making reading fun and meaningful while helping students:
📚 Discover books they love🌟 Build reading skills🎯 Become a confident, independent reader
Let’s explore exciting stories, challenge ourselves, and grow together as lifelong readers! Are you ready to spark your love for reading?
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5th and 6th grade strings students will have their winter concert on Tuesday, December 3rd at Franklin Middle School. Students should arrive at 6:30pm, the concert will start at 7:00pm. Students should wear black and white.
4th grade strings students will have their concert on Tuesday, December 10th at Franklin Middle School. Students should arrive at 6:30pm, the concert will start at 7:00pm. Students should wear black and white. There will be an audience participation portion for our 4th grade concert. Be ready to learn 🙂!
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All 5th and 6th grade strings students are invited to participate in the third annual Chantilly Strings Day! This optional event will take place on January, 29th from 9:00AM-2:00PM at Rocky Run Middle School.
At Chantilly Strings Day your strings student will get to meet the Rocky Run & Franklin Middle School teachers, their future classmates, and meet current middle school orchestra students. Your student will learn all new music and put on a concert at the end of this fun and free event. T-shirt and pizza are included!
Registration closes on Friday, December 6th!
Register here!
🎉❄️ Our Winter Accessories Drive kicks off on December 2nd! The Navy SCA will be collecting new or gently worn winter essentials: coats, hats, gloves, socks, and scarves! 🧣🧤 Every little bit helps those in need. Collection boxes will be in the front lobby.
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Friday, December 6: Jersey Day
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Monday, December 9, Next Three Hour Early Release day
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Thursday, December 12: Dining for Dollars @ Red Robin
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Friday, December 20: SCA Spirit Day: Neon Day
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Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3: Winter Break
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