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Specialist Newsletter
March 2025

March Specialist Newsletter 


Mark Your Calendars

  • March 31 - Holiday - No School, Eid-al-Fitr
  • April 1 - Teacher Workday, No School for Students
  • April 1 - Kindergarten Orientation, 10:00am 
  • April 2 - PTA Taco Night @ Shawarma Taco, Springfield Mall 6-8:30pm

Friday, March 28, is the last day of the third quarter. It is a full day of school for students. 

All FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday, March 31, for Eid al-Fitr. Tuesday, April 1, is a student holiday and teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.

Taco Night


The Book Fair is coming!

The Book Fair is coming!

Book Fair

 

Garfield ES could really benefit from your help! We will set up the fair in the library on Friday, April 4 and then the fair will be open for sales from April 8 – April 10.

 

Book Fair Hours:

  • Tuesday, April 8 - 9:45 AM – 3:40 PM
  • Wednesday, April 9 - 9:45 AM – 3:40 PM
  • Wednesday, April 9 - 4:05pm – 6:30pm - Book Fair Family Night
  • Thursday, April 10 - 9:45 AM – 3:40 PM

Students will preview the Book Fair with their classes on Friday or Monday to create wish lists of books they find interesting.  Students may shop for books during their class’s designated shopping time each day the book fair is open (Tuesday – Thursday).  Questions?  Email Mrs. McKeon at mtmckeon@fcps.edu. 

 

Please use this Signup Genius to sign up to volunteer. 

 

Garfield Needs Speakers for
Career Day!

Inspire the Future!
 Please Join Garfield ES for Career Day!

On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, we're inviting community members and parents to ignite our students' imaginations! Beyond the classroom, real-world experiences are crucial. We're seeking diverse professionals – entrepreneurs, tradespeople, artists, and everything in between – to showcase the incredible range of career possibilities.

Help us create an extraordinary Career Day where students discover their potential and envision their futures. Your unique journey can open their eyes to the countless paths available.  We want them to know that Their Future is Bright!  Join us in making a lasting impact.  Join us for Career Day! 

To Volunteer:  Garfield ES - Community Sign-up Link for Career Day 2025

  • Career Day 2025 – “Your Future is Bright!”
  • When: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
  • Where: Garfield Elementary


Yearbooks: Order Yours Now!

Yearbook
  1. Use this link to order your GES 2024-2025 yearbook.
  2. Enter Yearbook ID Code 14463725 and click Next. 
  3. Enter your students First Name, Last Name, Grade and click Next.
  4. Choose package and or a la carte items and click Next. 

Checkout and receive purchase confirmation. 


Kindergarten Registration and Orientation Information!

Garfield's Kindergarten Orientation is
April 1st at 10:00 am 

Kindergarten Orientation

 

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

  1. Determine eligibility. 
  2. Identify your local school. 
  3. Gather documents. 
  4. Fill out forms. 
  5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.


⏰ Coming Soon:
School Start Times Survey

Last year, FCPS held community forums and surveyed middle school families regarding middle school start times. Now, we would like to hear from all staff and families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. The goal remains to begin middle school at 8 a.m. or later at the start of the 2026-27 school year.

On April 1, a survey link will be sent by email to staff, parents/caregivers, and students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open for two weeks and will be available in multiple languages.


🏫 Helping Your Child Prepare for Kindergarten

We recognize that parents are their children’s first teachers. Explore the resources on FCPS’ School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten webpage for ways to help ensure your child starts kindergarten with confidence


☀️ Save the Date for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza

Summer Extravaganza


Discover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County! 

Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth. 

Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.


🖥️ FCPS Family Academy Offers Free Webinars and Events for Families

In March, the Family Academy will offer the following webinars and events presented by the Family Resource Center (FRC):

Click on the titles for more information or to register. Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.

Upcoming Events with the Family Academy

You are an important part of your child's education! The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. Browse Family Academy offerings.


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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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Admin Team

We are in this together!!  We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern. Thank you for your support and being part of our team!

Your Garfield Partner Principals,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal,  Klpeerman@fcps.edu Ms. Manning, Assistant Principal, eamanning1@fcps.edu