Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, January 29th- No School. Teacher Workday
Thursday, February 20th- Spirit Night at Dave & Buster's 5-8 pm
Monday, February 24th- 3- Hour Early Release
Wednesday, March 19th- Crossfield's Got Talent
Monday, March 24th- Spirit Night at Piero's 5-8 pm
 Comprehensive Boundary Review Virtual Meetings
If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meetings:
- Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m.
- Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
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Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
:All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the recently held in-person meetings, and the same information will be shared. Click one of the dates above to register and receive your unique Zoom link. Please note that each virtual meeting will be capped at 400 participants to help provide a meaningful experience for all. Language interpretation will be available. You can also sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
2025-2026 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration will start soon for 2025-2026 school year.
If you have a child starting Kindergarten next school year, (DOB by 09/30/2020), please fill out the Online Intake Registration Form. https://crossfieldes.fcps.edu/student-services/kindergarten-and-student-registration
If you have any questions about the registration, please contact our SIA, Kristy Kim at kskim1@fcps.edu
SOL Testing Dates
Students in grades 3-8 participate in state assessments each year. These assessments measure how students are learning the state standards. Below is the current schedule for the spring Standards of Learning tests at Crossfield Elementary. More information will be provided as we get closer to the testing window.
- Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing
- Grade 5 Science
- Grades 3 – 6 Reading
- Grades 3 – 6 Math
- Make-up and retake (for identified students)
Calling All Young Stars! Get ready to shine at our Crossfield’s Got Talent, open to 3rd - 6th grade students and their talented younger or older siblings! Whether you sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or have a unique skill to share, this is your chance to step into the spotlight. Acts are limited to 2-3 minutes.
📅 When: Wednesday, March 19 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Where: School Cafeteria
Want to Perform? Here’s What You Need to Know:
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Registration is required to participate. Click HERE to register.
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Practice sessions after school will be offered (beginning late February) and a dress rehearsal the night before the show is required to ensure everyone shines on stage.
Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Sign up today and let your talents take center stage. Mark your calendars and invite your family and friends to cheer on our amazing performers. See you there!
Volunteers Needed: We’re looking for enthusiastic helpers to assist with planning, setup, and more. Together, we can make this event a night to remember! Details and sign up coming soon.
Google Form link - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevpHkpA2i_-YrrH4AXtfL6G5-PsfsyCckQ2mKJ5wYl8mdSPA/viewform
Lost & Found
 Thank you to the parents who reclaimed some items during Family Bingo Night. We are glad to see those items go home.
Upcoming Webinars
All webinars are FREE to families, educators, and community members.
Depression in Teens
January 24, 2025 10-11:30 a.m.
Sign-up
Dave & Buster's
Please join us on Feb 20 from 5-8 at Dave & Buster's (Fair Oaks Shopping Center) for an evening of games and food. Be sure to show the flyer when ordering food and game cards and Crossfield PTO will receive a portion of sales.
Piero's
Piero's Corner has dinner ready for you! Enjoy a delicious dinner while supporting your Crossfield PTO from 5-8 on Monday March 24th. Be sure to mention Crossfield to your server when you arrive, or when placing an order for pickup over the phone. (online orders for Crossfield are not accepted at this time)
Preparing for Winter Weather
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.
Food Allergies: Form Required for Cafeteria
Starting School Year 2024-2025, the Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) implemented a standardized process for dietary accommodations to ensure the provision of safe and healthy food for our students. If your child will need a medical accommodation (food allergies, texture modifications, or other dietary needs) or a milk substitution in the cafeteria, this a reminder to submit your completed accommodation form if you have not already done so. This form only needs to be filled out once while your child is enrolled at FCPS. The completed form should be sent to dietary.forms.fns@fcps.edu. More information including the form can be found here: https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/food-and-nutrition/dietary-accommodations If you have any questions, please contact FCPS Food and Nutrition Services at: 703-813-4800
New Literacy Resource for Families
A new Literacy Resource For Families webpage has been published to provide families with information about how to support their children with developing literacy knowledge and skills at home. It provides valuable information about the reading and writing resources to be used at home, the VALLSS, Reading Plans, and training available through the Family Academy.
Washington Wizards Discounted Tickets
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The Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards are excited to offer discounted tickets (up to 20% savings) to Crossfield Elementary School families and friends for select 2024-25 regular season games. A portion of each ticket will be donated back to benefit Crossfield Elementary! Please feel free to share the links below with your friends and family.
https://fevo-enterprise.com/group/wizcrossfield2425
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Tutoring Services
Varsity Tutors (Free)
Fairfax County Public Schools 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, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
In-Person Tutors for Hire
The FCPS Family Resource Center has created a list of available tutors, consisting of current FCPS employees with valid Virginia teaching licenses who are interested in tutoring outside their contracted school hours. Visit the Family Resource Page for more information or contact your Family Liaison, Simi Sitaram for a list of tutors.
Mark Your Calendars: 3-Hour Early Release Mondays
Don't forget! The following Mondays will have a 3-hour early dismissal:
- February 24
- March 17
- April 28
- May 19
Student Health Conditions
If your student has any health conditions that may affect his/her school day, please fill out the Health Information Form electronically in SIS ParentVUE or on paper and return to school. School forms can be found here: https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/school-health-services"
Attendance Reporting
FCPS started new Attendance Reporting using ParentVUE this school year. To report Absence, Late Arrival, or Early Release, you have options to use either ParentVUE or CrossfieldElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
These are the instructions when using ParentVUE:
- Select Date
- Input Student Name
- Input Parent Name
- Attendance Reason - select PRA- Report Absence
- Note - type in reason for absence, late arrival, or early release
When we receive your report, based on the reasons, we will mark Excused Absence (EXE), Excused Tardy (EXT), or Leaving Early (COU). After we accept, you will be able to view your child's attendance. Click the link to view an example:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gVz3e0opCQmQruq3k7y2wMFIvf4n7d4rIKNMrqr6mmE/edit?usp=sharing
If you have any questions, please contact CrossfieldElem.Attendance@fcps.edu or 703-295-1100.
Lunches
Click this link to see information regarding lunches, including payment methods.
Medications
Medications MUST be dropped off at Crossfield by a parent. Do not send your child to school with their medications. Our clinic aide, Ms. Deschene, will be available during Open House to receive medication. Our clinic is now room C102.
School Year Calendar
To assist with your planning, view the FCPS 2024-2025 standard school year calendar here. Any changes will be communicated as early as possible.
Back-To-School Supplies
Supply Lists for 2024-25 can be found here.
2024-25 Opt-Out Booklet
This booklet contains information regarding opting your child out of various content and applications at school. Parents can also use the Parental Digital Consent System accessible from this page.
Parent Vue
Access the FCPS secure solution for information about your child's attendance, class performance, demographic data, and more.
https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/student-information-system-sis/sis-parentvue/sis-parent-account
Free and Reduced-Price Meals Application
https://www.fcps.edu/frm
My School Bucks
Lunches, Field Trips, laptop repair fees. This is the primary way to send money to the school.https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain?requestAction=home
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