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 Lumberjack Day
 Shadow Day
 Animal Day
 Ms. Walsh created a special painting in honor of our celebration.
 Weyanoke 75th Birthday Celebration
Weyanoke celebrated our annual Woodchuck Week this year with dress up days, prizes, t-shirts, and crafts. This year the celebration was extra special because we are celebrating our school’s 75th anniversary. Our events included hosting a celebration for former students to come visit our school and see how much we have changed over the years.
Caregiver Coffee/Caregiver Pizza Event on Social Emotional Learning
All parents and caregivers are invited to attend this informational meeting. Parents will explore social-emotional learning strategies and discover ways to support your child’s well-being at home. Meet our counselors and learn about additional resources. We will have two IN PERSON options and a VIRTUAL option on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
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8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. - Weyanoke Elementary School Cafeteria
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5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Weyanoke Elementary School Cafeteria
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6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting ID: 972 0652 0715 Passcode: 12345 or Click Here to Join
The information will be presented in English and Spanish. If you have any questions, contact Stephany Schepers, Family Liaison at 703-813-5430 or smschepers@fcps.edu. We will provide coffee and pastries in the morning and pizza dinner at night. Childcare provided for the evening session.
Family Science Night
- Thursday, February 13th, 2025
- 6:00pm-7:30pm
- Gym
Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, discovery and science learning!
Try different hands-on activities related to science, technology, engineering and math!
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 Spelling Bee Winners
The PTA hosted the annual Spelling Bee on Tuesday at Weyanoke. More than 30 students competed this year from almost every grade level. Our winners were:
Third Place - Umar Gulzar
Second Place - Samaha Khan
First Place - Edmund Keiper
Congratulations!
 Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
This week, Weyanoke 4th grade students studied Dr. Martin Luther King Junior's "I Have a Dream" speech and wrote about their own dreams.
Learn more about Black History month.
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!
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 FCPS Proposed Budget Progress
The Fairfax County School Board discussed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at their work session on February 4. They discussed details regarding student enrollment and investments in students requiring additional support, market comparison data for surrounding school divisions, and an update on progress toward achieving the Baldrige Award for Performance Excellence. Baldrige is a framework used to assess and improve organizational performance across various sectors, including education.
The School Board also held a public hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget on Tuesday, February 4, where they invited the community to share their feedback on the budget.
On Tuesday, February 18, the Fairfax County executive will present the county’s Advertised Budget, and the Fairfax County School Board will hold a work session on the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget. View FCPS’ Budget Development Calendar.
Breaking Down the Budget
More than 85% of the budget is dedicated to instruction and reflects the needs of our community’s young people in response to the changing world around us. Budget priorities include providing competitive compensation for all employees, including a 7% salary increase for all staff. The majority of the budget increase is dedicated to that proposed 7% pay increase.
Our families want their children in high-quality schools with the best teachers who provide rigorous academic experiences. We must provide competitive compensation to attract and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students.
The proposed 7% salary increase would likely move FCPS to the highest starting salary for teachers with a master's degree among our neighboring counties and greatly improve our recruitment efforts amidst an ongoing teacher shortage. Visit the Budget webpage for more information.
🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
Countywide lottery registration for the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program for first graders in the 2025-26 school year is open through Thursday, February 13, at 4 p.m. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program through Thursday, March 6, at 4 p.m.
Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Interested parents/caregivers may attend an informational meeting at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program registration page for a list of meetings by language offered.
Get more details on the DLI Program webpage.
🧲 Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts.
Registration for the 2025-26 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 4, through Friday, April 4. Learn more about the programs on the Elementary Magnet Schools page and information on the magnet lottery on our Registration page.
Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change)
FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community.
For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.
Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit
The 2025 FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, March 15, at South Lakes High School. Visit the Family Summit webpage for more information.
At the event, FCPS students are invited to showcase projects and advocacy efforts around inclusivity in schools. This is a great resume-building opportunity, and students can earn service hours as well. Students may share their work in a share-fair environment using posters, essays, videos, songs, or art. They will interact with attendees through conversations about their work, ideas, and efforts to foster inclusivity in school communities.
Students must use this Google Form to participate by Monday, February 17. A list of possible projects is also on the form. More information will be provided after the student’s submission is received. Please contact Manuel Gomez Portillo with any questions.
✨ Centering student voice is part of FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered.
📞 Family Information Phone Lines
FCPS phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday. Call the phone line with any question about your child’s education or FCPS and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines and phone numbers.
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, February 7, 6:00 p.m. - Holmes Middle School Curriculum Night
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Monday, February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Day; School ends at 12:20 p.m.
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Tuesday, February 11, 8:30 a.m. - Caregiver Coffee
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Tuesday, February 11, 5:30 p.m.- Caregiver Pizza
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Wednesday, February 12 - 100th Day of School
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Thursday, February 13, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Weyanoke Family Science Night
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Monday, February 17 - Presidents Day Holiday, No School
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