Happy February! This month is packed with celebrations and opportunities to connect as a community. We're excited for Kindness Week, multiple staff appreciation weeks, our Spelling Bee, and the vibrant showcase of Heritage Night. It's the perfect time to celebrate care, compassion, and the rich diversity of our school. Read on for details about these events and more!
Mrs. Adams
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"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela. Oak View will honor Black History Month by learning about the history and contributions of Black Americans, inspiring us all to make a positive impact on the world. |
Upcoming Appreciation Weeks
February 3 - 7 is Clinical Staff Appreciation Week, a chance to celebrate the incredible contributions of our dedicated clinical team! Let's show the following staff how much we appreciate their hard work and support:
- Jessica Nachman, Counselor
- Angie Leonard, Counselor
- Sabrina Kamberis, School Social Worker
- Kathryn Stevens, School Psychologist
Show your appreciation! Write notes of gratitude thanking our clinical staff for their dedication to our students' well-being.
And on the horizon for bus riders and walkers, Bus Driver and Crossing Guard Appreciation is February 17 - 21. Let's spread love and appreciation!
Reduce Power Struggles & Support Challenging Feelings
On Tuesday, February 4, we will have Rachel Bailey as a speaker for our Oak View families via Zoom. Ms. Bailey is a highly respected expert who works with parents to foster more responsible, resilient, and confident children. This is an evening event where Ms. Bailey will help families learn how to create a calmer, more peaceful home by addressing power struggles and supporting children with anxiety. We encourage all Oak View families to attend virtually on Tuesday, February 4, from 7 - 8 p.m. Please check Friday folders for the Zoom link.
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Around the World Heritage Night
We're excited to invite you to a parent interest meeting for our upcoming Heritage Night! Join us on Tuesday, February 4, at 3:30 p.m. to learn more and help with the planning. We'll be honoring the rich diversity of our community by showcasing traditions, customs, food, games, and activities from around the world. Heritage Night will be held on February 19, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Help make this event a wonderful celebration of our community, please use this form.
Questions? Contact our Heritage Night Leaders Sabrina Kamberis at skkamberis@fcps.edu and Francheska Dishmey at fddishmeykel@fcps.edu.
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 Students were excited to meet author Katherine Marsh this week.
Author Visit for Grades 2-3
Debra Shumaker will be visiting students in grades 2-3 on February 19. She will sign books during her visit if you would like to purchase one and the deadline to purchase is February 5. Ordering a book by Debra Shumaker is not required.
Books ordered through Bookworm Central earn books for the school library. Directions can be found in Friday Folders on Schoology on how to order.
Questions? Email Marcie Atkins at mfatkins@fcps.edu.
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 So proud of our orchestra students, led by Mr. Miller, and their beautiful music, woven with their graceful bows and vibrant strings!
Kindness and Spirit Week
February 10-13 is Kindness and Spirit Week at Oak View! We'll have daily activities to reinforce the importance of caring for and respecting ourselves and others. The week kicks off with a schoolwide meeting, includes a celebration for our kindergarten and 1st-grade students' 100th and 101st days, the PTA-sponsored Kindness Night, and culminates with Valentine's Day. What a wonderful way to spread love and joy throughout our school!
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 PTA Kindness Night
We hope to see you at PTA Kindness Night on Thursday, February 13, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We'll be assembling Kindness Bags for the homeless, crafting easy scarves for the homeless, and creating friendship bracelets for friends and classmates.
 Students learn about Engineering Design this week with Mrs. Moreno-Dunk.
Early Release, Monday, December 9
Mark your calendars! The next early dismissal is scheduled Monday, February 24th, at 12:15 p.m. SACC will be open for registered students. Supervision will be provided until 3:15 p.m. for families who have pre-arranged childcare with Oak View. If your dismissal plans for the February early release differ from the last early dismissal in December, please watch for an email with a Google Form to submit any changes.
Kindergarten Registration
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Jackie O'Brien, our school registrar.
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Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program is open through Thursday, March 6, at 4 p.m.
Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program Registration page for a list of meetings by language offered. Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and the DLI Program Registration webpage.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others: FY 2026 Proposed Budget, Student-Driven Lunch Menus, Inclusion Awards Nominations.
If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Boundary Review Meetings
The final virtual Community Boundary Review meeting will take place Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. (Click the date to register.) Participants will follow the same format as the previous in-person meetings and have access to the same information. Each registrant will receive a unique Zoom link. Language interpretation will be available.
Learn about FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
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Budget Presented to School Board
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 23. Watch a video of the presentation.
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Friday Folder Contents
Oak View uses Schoology for all Friday Folder contents. All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Oak View All Parents and contents are listed below.
- Guest Speaker for Parents: Feb 4
- Robinson Parents' Night Out - Feb 7
- Around the World Heritage Night - Feb 19
- Stuff the Bus Donation Locations
- Robinson Seussical the Musical
- Author Visit Book Order, Grades 2-3
- Frost Rising 7th Timeline 2025
- Amazon Birthday Book Donation Letter
- PTA Chipotle Fundraiser - Feb 4
- PTA Kindness Night - Feb 13
- PTA Parents' Night Out iCode - Feb 14
- OV PTA Fun Run Planning Committee
- PTA Papa Johns Fundraiser
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Upcoming Events
February 4: Virtual Guest Speaker for Parents: Rachel Bailey
February 7: Spelling Bee
February 10: Oak View Kindness Week
February 11: Student Clubs & Candids Picture Day
February 13: PTA Kindness Night, 6:30 p.m.
February 17: Presidents' Day Holiday, No School
February 19: IAAT assessment (select 6th graders)
February 19: Author visit, grades 2-3
February 19: Heritage Night, 5:30 p.m.
February 20: Frost Family Festival
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Want To Be Involved?
Visit the Oak View PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
FCPS' Technology@Home program provides an opportunity for FCPS students and staff to purchase technology products at discounted rates. See how to save on technology products.
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