Oak View families,
It's with immense enthusiasm that I write to you today, having just started my journey as your new principal yesterday. My first couple of days have been truly wonderful, filled with warm welcomes from the students and staff. I already feel like part of the Oak View family! I'm looking forward to a fantastic journey together at Oak View over the years to come!
Look out for future communications with details about upcoming Parent Coffees, relaxed gatherings where you can chat informally with me and other parents to ask questions and share your thoughts. I sincerely look forward to these opportunities to connect and discuss our shared commitment to our students' success. I'm eager to hear your ideas.
Warmly,
Jamie Luerssen
Student Safety During Arrival
As we continue our school year, the safety of our students remains our top priority. We've noticed an increasing number of students being dropped off along Sideburn Road and then walking through our Kiss & Ride parking lot to enter the school building.
While we understand that the Kiss & Ride line can sometimes feel lengthy, we must emphasize that students should only exit vehicles within the designated Kiss & Ride drop-off zone.
Allowing students to exit cars on Sideburn Road and walk through the parking lot creates a potentially unsafe situation. The flow of traffic in the Kiss & Ride area, with cars entering and exiting, poses a risk to students walking through it. We want to prevent any accidents and ensure a smooth and safe arrival for everyone.
We understand that waiting in the Kiss & Ride line can be challenging, and we appreciate your patience and cooperation in adhering to our arrival procedures. By ensuring that all students are dropped off safely within the designated Kiss & Ride area, we can work together to create a secure environment for all our children.
Wear Purple for Purple UP! Day
All students are encouraged to celebrate Purple Up! Day to honor our military-connected youth and wear PURPLE on April 9.
Military families are invited to "Operation Purple Sunrise" on April 9 at 8:00 a.m. to enjoy treats and a special "Wave of Gratitude" from our students at arrival. Contact Francheska Dishmey or Sabrina Kamberis for info.
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Kate Messner Author Visit
Kate Messner will be coming to Oak View on book tour to visit students in grades 4-6! If you’d like to order a signed copy of the book, please order on MySchoolBucks.
As part of this FREE author visit, we are required to order all books through the school. Please do not purchase your book through another retailer. Ordering is always optional. The last day to order is April 10.
See more information on our website.
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Spring Clean Up Day
Thank you to the families and community members that came out on Saturday to help beautify our school! Because of your hard work, we were able to pick up trash, plant new flowers, and prepare our pollinator garden for spring.
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Communicating with Your 2E Child
The FCPS Family Resource Center is offering a session to help support families in recognizing common communication challenges for twice-exceptional students. The session will focus on applying practical strategies to communicate effectively with your 2e child by emphasizing strengths and fostering empowerment, using active listening and emotional coaching techniques to support your child’s confidence and emotional regulation and implementing strength-based communication strategies in real-life scenarios to enhance your child’s engagement and resilience.
Register for this informative session.
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Upcoming Appreciation Weeks
This April, let's show our appreciation for the incredible individuals who make our school shine! We have several dedicated weeks to celebrate our amazing staff. Take a moment to write a heartfelt note of thanks or submit an FCPS Cares recognition. A small gesture can make a big difference!
April 7-11: School Administration Appreciation Week
April 21-25: School Office Appreciation Week
April 28-May 2: School Lunch Hero Week
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Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on:
Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others: FCPS Budget, School Start Times Survey, Month of the Military Child
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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Friday Folder Contents
Oak View uses Schoology for all Friday Folder contents. All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Oak View All Parents and contents are listed below.
- PTA iCode Parents Night Out-Apr 4
- Little Mermaid Jr-April 9&11
- Purple Up! Day-April 9
- Rising 7th Robinson Parents Event-Apr 24
- Kate Messner Author Visit Book Order
- Order your Oak View ES Yearbook
- Amazon Birthday Book Donation Letter
- Community Coversation w/ Superintendent
- PTA Spirit Wear Sale
- Spring Break STEM Camp
- PTA Fun Run
- PTA Papa Johns Fundraiser
- BRYC Basketball Spring Registration
- Woodson Youth Football Camp
- South County Strings Summer Camp
- Fairfax County Parks Summer Camp Flyer
- Summer Reading Skills Program
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Upcoming Events
April 7-11: School Administration Appreciation Week
April 8-11: Little Mermaid Performances
April 9: Purple Up! Day - wear purple
April 14-18: Spring Break
April 22: Earth Day - wear green
April 21-25: School Office Appreciation Week
April 28-May 2: School Lunch Hero Week
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Want To Be Involved?
Visit the Oak View PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
FCPS' Technology@Home program provides an opportunity for FCPS students and staff to purchase technology products at discounted rates. See how to save on technology products.
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