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Upcoming Events
Feb 10th - 3-hour Early Release Day, Dismissal at 12:20 pm
Feb 12th - Club and Candid Photos
Feb 12-14th - PTA Smencil Sales
Feb 13th - Comfort Food / Noodle Night – Cafeteria 6:00-7:00 pm
Feb 17th - Presidents’ Day Holiday, No School
Feb 19th - Family Academy – Doing the Math
Feb 21st - Family Traditions Night, cafeteria 6:00-7:00 pm
Mar 10th - 3-Hour Early Release, 12:20 pm
Link to 2024-2025 School Year Calendar 2024-25 FCPS School Year Calendar
Because of technical difficulties, if any link does not work, please copy, and paste it into your browser.
A Message from the Principal
Dear Families,
We continue to be concerned about student safety during arrival and dismissal at Ravensworth. We have witnessed cars making illegal U-turns after dropping off or picking up their children, stopping on Nutting Drive to let students exit the car (which blocks the flow of traffic), and blocking neighborhood driveways when dropping off or picking up students.
We ask that families follow these procedures when dropping off or picking up students for the safety of all.
- We encourage you to use Kiss and Ride. It is a safe and efficient way to drop off and pick up your child from school.
- If you would like to drop off your students and have them walk, please do so at the corner of Ellet and Nutting or Gosport and Nutting. Please do not stop on Nutting to drop off students.
- Please do not do U-turns on Nutting Drive. U-turns are only legal in Virginia at intersections.
Our next 3-Hour Early Release is scheduled for Monday, February 10th. Our plan is to dismiss students in the same way that they were dismissed in November unless we hear that you would like to make a change. You can let us know by contacting the school office at 703-426-3600 by 9:00 am on Monday, February 10th. As a reminder, SACC will be open at 12:20 pm for those students who are already enrolled in this program.
Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Erika Aspuria
Principal
New Name and New Date- Family Traditions Night
We’ve been watching the weather and things do not look promising for the Noodle Night event we had planned for the middle of the week. We are going to move the Noodles and Comfort Food Night, originally scheduled for Thursday, February 13th, to Friday, February 21st. After collaborating with the PTA and hearing from our families, we are excited to announce Family Traditions Night on Friday, February 21st from 6:00-7:00 pm. Bring your family’s favorite noodle dish or comfort food to share with others. We also encourage you to bring your family’s favorite board or card game to play with others. This will be a great opportunity to experience new foods and meet other Ravensworth families.
Reading Opens the World Event
 Visit the Reading Opens the World Book Drive and Family Literacy Fair on Saturday, February 8, 10 AM-2 PM at the Lorton Community Center & Library (9520 Richmond Highway).
Parents and guardians are welcome to choose up to 10 free books per child for home libraries, with a 30-book maximum limit per family. Books are available on a first-come, first served basis.
There will also be fun activities including a DJ, food trucks, and a free Valentine's Day card making area!
View more details: Reading Opens the World Event (English)
Health Reminders
Flu season is here, and we all want to keep our students healthy and safe. Please remind your child to practice good hygiene, such as washing their hands frequently and covering their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
If your child is feeling unwell, especially with flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, or body aches, we ask that you to keep them at home to rest and recover and be fever free for 24 hours without medication, before returning to school. This helps prevent the spread of illness to others.
Thank you for your support in keeping our school community healthy. If you have any questions
or need additional information, please feel free to reach out.
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
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.
After the appointment at the school (one parent/guardian must be present), the student will be ready for the orientation to be held on April 1st, 3:00 pm at Ravensworth Elementary School. Read more about the registration process.
Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their new student(s) online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
For additional information, please contact Teresa Dunbar, our school registrar, at (703) 426-3603.
Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families
This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year.
Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE.
The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.
Immunizations
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Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!
Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE.
Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!
Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program is open through Thursday, February 13, at 4 p.m. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion program for the 2025-26 school year.
Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Get more details on the DLI Program webpage.
SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey
All FCPS families and middle and high school students have received an invitation to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available through Monday, February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!
Magnet School Application and Lottery Information
The Magnet Program registration window will open Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and close Friday, April 4, 2025. No late applications are accepted.
To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Information Nights:
- Hunters Woods Elementary, February 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
- Location is Hunters Woods Elementary School
- Bailey’s Primary Elementary School and Bailey’s Upper Elementary School, February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
- Location is at Bailey’s Primary Elementary School
Celebrating Achievements of African Americans
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. FCPS Social Studies provides information and suggested activities and resources to support teaching and learning Black and African American history.
Black history is American history. Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of Black and African American people year-round, and Black History Month is one opportunity to honor these diverse and important stories.
Personal Items (Lost & Found)
Please remember to label clothing items, lunchboxes, water bottles, and whatever else you think your child may leave behind somewhere. If there's a name in it or on it, Ravensworth Staff will do their best to get it back to the owner. If not, it will go into the lost and found pile. Lost and found will be placed in the lobby of the school until February 25th for families to look for lost items. All items left after that date will be donated. Please make sure to check the Lost and Found frequently, especially as the seasons change. Thanks for your help in making sure all items return home to where they belong!
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.
PTA
Join the PTA
Hey Ravensworth Families!
We need YOU to make it even better! Join Rio the Raven and become a superhero by signing up for the PTA today.
As a superhero, you have the power to make a significant impact on the Ravensworth school community by joining the Ravensworth Elementary PTA! With the PTA's exciting calendar of events for the year, there's a perfect opportunity for you to get involved, share your talents, and help create a vibrant, supportive environment for all students. From fundraisers to fun school activities, your superhero energy will be a valuable asset in making this year unforgettable.
Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
Spirit Wear Fit for You
Did everyone outgrow their Spirit Wear this summer? The Ravensworth Spirit Wear Store has all the sizes you need to stay comfortable and keep your
Ravens Pride. You can also pick-up Spirit Wear at all August events from the PTA table. Get your gear and start the school year looking stylish.
Follow Ravensworth on Social Media
Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary
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