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March 27th: Spring Picture Day
March 28th: End of Quarter 3
March 31st: Eid-al-Fitr- Student Holiday
April 1st Teacher Workday- Student Holiday
April 7th: Kindergarten Orientation 5:00 PM
April 9th: Military Family Breakfast 8:30-9:00 RSVP , Purple Up! Day
April 14th-18th: Spring Break- Student Holiday
April 16th: Iron Chef Restaurant Night
April 21st: 3 hour early release-1:05 PM
Please bookmark the FCPS School Calendar to stay informed about school holidays, breaks, and observances.
 Fun at Math and Literacy Night!
Dear CWES Families,
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made our Math and Literacy Night such a resounding success! It was truly an awesome event, filled with learning, laughter, and fun.
The students thoroughly enjoyed the diverse range of activities, from engaging math games to the creative Reader's Theater, puppet shows, and Poetry Station. The literacy games, graphic novel creation, and origami sessions sparked imaginations and fostered a love for learning.
A special thank you to our incredible student volunteers from Woodson and our dedicated 6th graders. Their support and enthusiasm made a significant impact, especially for our youngest learners, creating memorable and positive interactions.
And, of course, a huge thank you for the generous book donations! Seeing every student walk away with a "new to them" book was truly heartwarming.
Your participation and support made this night a wonderful experience for all. We are already looking forward to planning another exciting Math and Literacy Night next year!
On Monday, March 24, you will receive an email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and provides an opportunity for you to share feedback on key aspects of our school, including: instructional leadership, school climate, management (human resources and organizational), communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, professionalism. The questionnaire will be open March 24 – April 4 and will be collected online. When you receive an email from FCPSSurvey@fcps.edu, please take a few minutes to complete it. Your feedback is important and helps shape the future of our school. Thank you for your time and participation!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Leslie Malkowski, Kristi McGeehan, and Mindy Milliron
CWES Administrative Team
If your child enjoys digging in the dirt and working in the garden, we will be starting gardening opportunities at CWES after school. Our goal is to grow food to give to the organization, Food for Others.
As the needs of the garden grow, we will send out a new Sign-Up Genius with different goals and dates. This allows CWES the opportunity to have many children volunteer.
On Wednesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 27th students will be getting nine garden beds ready after a long winter’s sleep. It will be from 4:15-5:15, weather permitting. Students go to room 109 and will be picked up by 5:15 in the front lobby. Wear clothes that can get dirty!
Please use this link to sign up. We also welcome any adults who would like to help.
 Victor O'Neill will be taking Spring Pictures on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
You will be able to view and order your child’s photos in their online gallery approximately ten days after picture day. If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing Underclass@vosphoto.com .
Cougars, Let's Stock the Lounge Again!
It's our second Stock the Lounge! The first one was so successful that we are bringing it back. As the THIRD quarter winds down, we are appreciating and loving on our amazing staff and faculty who work around the clock by stocking their faculty lounge with snacks, candy, coffee, drinks- you name it. Drop off items in the front office between March 24-27th and mention this is for Stock the Lounge. Questions? Contact Linda, lindamkim219@gmail.com.
Sign up here
 The 2025 Spring SOL testing schedule runs throughout the month of May. Please make every effort to avoid scheduling appointments or absences on the days your child is testing.
 Quarter 3 Family Book Club
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open!
🧸 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. Please contact Amy Decatur our school registrar to schedule an appointment.
- Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled for Monday, April 7th. No need to wait until then to register, you can register now!
💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children 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.
Spring is almost here, and it’s the final opportunity of the school year to enroll your kids in Baroody's before and after enrichment classes! Registration opens on Wednesday, March 12 at 10:00 AM and closes on Sunday, March 23 at 11:59 PM.
You can find the available classes and register here:
https://bc-ffx-canterbury.jumbula.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawI1v8JleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeYUGTiwAjK7GSS7T53A_BkRAbVLA2zDqZWLd-gtC4c5jOO4dKuL6lLNTg_aem_EF864q_BQr_EKZ4DuctQ0A
Spring Break STEM Camp – Hands-On Science & Engineering Activities!
Looking for an exciting and educational way for your child to spend spring break? Students from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology are hosting a Spring Break STEM Camp for 4th-7th graders from April 14-18 in McLean, VA. Campers will explore engineering, coding, chemistry, physics, and biology through engaging, hands-on activities designed to make STEM fun and accessible. The camp runs from 9 AM - 3 PM, with optional extended care available.
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Cost:$180 (FREE for students receiving free/reduced lunch)
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Location:6888 Elms St. Suite 2C, McLean, VA
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Lunch:Students should bring their own
- All proceeds benefit CAPA NoVA and TJHSST clubs
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/N9downzWECuXoYQW9. For more details or questions, please email springstemcamp@gmail.com.
Next Steps in the Budget Process
The next steps in the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process include the School Board presenting the budget to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 22. The Board of Supervisors will then conduct public hearings Tuesday, April 22, through Thursday, April 24. Community members can submit testimony or sign up to speak.
Visit the county government website to view the Fairfax County FY 2026 Advertised Budget. The community is also invited to complete an online survey to provide feedback on the county’s FY 2026 Advertised Budget.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process.
Help and Resources for Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families
Are you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child's development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas:
- communication,
- fine and/or gross motor skills,
- self-help skills,
- problem solving
- attention skills
Learn more about typical developmental milestones.
The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) is the state’s early intervention system for infants and toddlers (0-36 months) with disabilities and their families. ITC provides evaluations and services for children who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.
Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30).
FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to contact 571-423-4121 with questions or to make a referral.
✨ Helping students meet the criteria for kindergarten readiness is Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan.
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