RAVENS' NEST 04/04/2025

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Upcoming Events

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Apr 7th– Principal Aspuria Reads from Max Meow on Ravensworth ES Facebook Page at 7:00 pm

Apr 9th – Purple Up! Day

April 14-18th - Spring Break- No School

April 22nd - Spring Individual & Class Pictures

Apr 25th – PTA Family Movie Night

April 28th - May 23rd - SOL Testing

 

Link to 2024-2025 School Year Calendar 2024-25 FCPS School Year Calendar

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Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

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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 (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.

 

“Purple Up!” on Wednesday, April 9th

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April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize children from military families for their contributions and sacrifices. We recognize that children serve too! Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is proud to have over 13,500 military-connected youth in our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community and recognize their strength and resilience. To show our support for military-connected youth, we are inviting all Fairfax County students, families, school employees, and community members to “Purple Up!” on April 9. Why purple? Purple symbolizes all branches of the military as a combination of Army green, Marine Corps red, and Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force and Space Force blue. We extend our appreciation for the service of all children from military families and celebrate them by wearing purple to say, “Thank You!” Whether or not you know any military-connected youth, please take a moment to recognize and honor them by wearing purple on Wednesday April 9.

 

Military-Connected Family Support

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FCPS welcomes all of our new and returning military-connected families throughout the year! Whether your family is moving permanently to the school district or living here for a short time, our schools and support staff welcome you and will be able to assist with your transition into and/or out of our district. 

Visit the FCPS Military Families webpage and sign up to receive the Military Families newsletter. Follow FCPS Military Families accounts on Facebook and Instagram for support and resources throughout the year. If you have any questions, please email the FCPS Family and School Partnerships team.

 

Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Spring Newsletter

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Please read the Spring AAP Newsletter linked below for information about School-Based Screening this Spring. If you would like to refer your child to be considered for School-Based Services for next year, please submit the “AAP Subject-Specific or Part-Time Services Referral Form” form found on this page to our AART, Andrea Trumbull, by April 15th, via email or in hard copy to the front office. Subject-Specific Services are reconsidered each year, while Part-Time Services continue through 8th grade and do not need to be reconsidered once found eligible.

Spring Newsletter: English - Arabic - Chinese - Korean - Spanish - Urdu - Vietnamese

Contacts:

AART: Andrea Trumbull astrumbull@fcps.edu

Assistant Principal: Amy Heiman amheiman@fcps.edu

 

Share Your Thoughts on School Start Times

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FCPS would like to hear from all families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. Please check your email for a survey link from Fairfax County Public Schools. It was also sent to staff as well as to students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open through Saturday, April 12.

 

Ravensworth SOL Calendar

April 28-May 23

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Top 10 Reasons Ravensworth ES Is Extraordinary

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At Ravensworth, we’re proud of our students, staff, and families and the ways they make our community special. Check out 10 reasons we’re proud to be Ravens and why Ravensworth is an amazing place to learn and grow!  https://ravensworthes.fcps.edu/10-reasons-love-ravensworth

 

SoCo Summer Strings

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Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 7-18, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Register early to save money and reserve your student’s spot!

 

Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun

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Registration is available for summer camps offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration began for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.

 

Lake Braddock HS Youth Night

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PTA

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Join the PTA

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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!

 

Ravensworth Yearbooks!

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Want to have all the memories the school year brings?  The time has come to order your Ravensworth Elementary School Yearbooks. The price of the yearbook is $18.50.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

Order site: Lifetouch.com

Yearbook ID Code: 4882625

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Orders Due: April 18th, 2025

 

Chess Club

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For everyone in grades 2 - 6 interested in learning and playing chess

  • All levels welcome!
  • Chess Club meets every Friday after school in the cafeteria (Chess club will not be held on any days the school is closed or there is early release).
  • $130/semester (includes one club T-shirt per year and snacks)
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Players are grouped by ability, not age.  We teach the rules to beginners and strategy to experienced players.

Chess teaches responsibility, discipline, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Chess players learn how to make the most of their opportunities and how to turn a bad situation to their advantage.  They learn not to make excuses for their setbacks, and to win and lose graciously.

Chess Club is offered through our partnership with the U.S. Chess Center (https://chessctr.org). All instructors are certified chess coaches.

For more information, contact Ravensworth PTA  at president@ravensworthpta.org or the U.S. Chess Center at admin@chessctr.org

Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth

 

Spirit Wear Fit for You

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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

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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