Navy News & Notes 🗞️📌 4.27.25

tomorrow is wear blue day and 3 hour early release

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Dear Navy Parents and Caregivers,

I hope this finds you well and enjoying a beautiful Sunday! We made a HUGE impression Friday Night! The Navy school community came out to support our students and teachers that created an inspirational and fun evening for our Navy stars! We may not have won every competition, but we certainly won the school spirit award. 

A huge shout to our moms and dads who coached the student teams and cheerleaders, and to all parents who came out to support the event. I'd also like to thank Caroline and our PTO for organizing such a large event and making it look easy. I look forward to seeing you around the building in the coming weeks as we end the year strong! 

Go Dolphins! 

Jason


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☔April 

  • 4/28 | Wear Blue Day for Child Abuse Awareness 
  • 4/28 | 3 Hour Early Release
  • 4/30 | PTO Event: Dining for Dollars Chick-Fil-A 5 p.m.

🌻May

  • May | National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
  • 5/2   |  5th Grade Reading SOL
  • 5/2   | Jersey Day
  • 5/2   | School Lunch Hero Day
  • 5/4 - 5/9Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
  • 5/5   |  6th Grade Reading SOL 
  • 5/7   |  3rd Grade Reading SOL
  • 5/7   | National School Nurse Day
  • 5/8   |  5th Grade Science SOL
  • 5/9   |  4th Grade Reading SOL
  • 5/9   | School Communicators Day
  • 5/12 |  3rd Grade Math SOL
  • 5/13 |  6th Grade Math SOL
  • 5/14 |  4th Grade Math SOL
  • 5/15 |  5th Grade Math SOL
  • 5/19  Three Hour Early Release
  • 5/23 | Field Day

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🌟 Congratulations Mrs. Schnabel

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Congratulations to our very own shining star, Mrs. Schnabel. An FCPS Cares was submitted for Mrs. Schnabel and among all the other ones submitted for our region, Mrs. Schnabel was selected as the Region 1 winner for the month of April. We are so beyond proud of her and fortunate that she is our literacy coach at Navy! 

If you'd like to take some time to recognize a staff member you can also fill out an FCPS Cares. It is always special to receive one. A little bit of kindness and appreciation goes a long way!


⏰3 Hour Early Release - Tomorrow

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Our next three hour early release is tomorrow, Monday, April 28th. Please check our Early Release Tool (ERT) to confirm your child's dismissal plan. 

  1. Follow the link to ERT: bit.ly/NESearlyrelease
  2. Enter your child's 7 digit user name
  3. If the plan is correct, great, you're done!
  4. If you need to update the plan please call the main office. (703) 262-7100

Our last 3 hour early release of the year will be on Monday, May 19th


🏀Navy Proud

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What an unforgettable week we've had! ⭐️ We kicked things off with an amazing Spirit Week, filled with fun and school pride, followed by an exciting pep rally that brought the energy and excitement for the big Navy vs. Crossfield basketball game! 🏀🎉

Congratulations to Crossfield on their win! 👏 We are SO proud of our Navy Stars for showing teamwork, spirit, and positivity all week long. From the teacher knockout game to the cheers and laughs, it was truly a night to remember—made even better by all of the families who came out to support! 💙😊

Thank you for being part of this incredible week! #NavyPride #SpiritWeekFun #PepRallyEnergy #FamilyAndFun #BasketballMemories


Rising 7th Grade Parents

7th Grade Courses and Electives

Attention Rising 7th Grade Families: If you are looking to make any changes to your student’s courses and/or electives, you need to contact the Student Information Assistant at the middle school to make these changes.


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Social and Emotional Learning Screener: Parent Reports

Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of March, providing information on their SEL skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

Individual student SEL Screener results are available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.

For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the SEL Screener Results Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.


Protect Your Child from Measles: What You Need to Know

Measles cases continue to rise in the U.S. About 1 in 5 people who get measles end up in the hospital. Measles can cause severe complications like a lung infection (pneumonia), brain inflammation (encephalitis), and possibly death, even with medical care. Symptoms of measles typically include:

  • High fever (may spike up to 104°F)
  • Cough
  • Runny nose
  • Red, watery eyes
  • A rash that appears around 3-5 days after other symptoms begin. The rash typically starts on the face and spreads down the body.

The best way to protect a child from measles is by getting two doses of the combination measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine. 

If you are unsure of your child's vaccination status or your personal vaccination status, talk to your health care provider. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your health care provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources.


☀️ Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

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 and fun! At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth. 

An FCPS Student Program Marketplace will feature student-made goods for sale. Proceeds will support the students’ programs. 

Learn about summer programs and resources available from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and much more! For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.


Increasing Access to Middle School Algebra 1 

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence places a focus on successful completion of Algebra 1 by eighth grade. To increase access to Algebra 1 for middle school students, the school division has decided to streamline the criteria for taking Algebra 1 Honors in seventh grade

With the simplified criteria, Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT) scores are no longer a prerequisite when selecting either Mathematics 7 Honors or Algebra 1 Honors. Although it is not a requirement for advanced math, families may still use the test scores to help decide which level of mathematics their child signs up for. 

Families of students who took the IAAT this winter will receive their score report by the end of this month. Students who were scheduled for the IAAT but did not get to complete the test will have the chance to opt-in for a makeup test at the end of the year. Parents/caregivers will receive information about this makeup testing opportunity. 

Additional information and copies of upcoming family communication can be found on the IAAT webpage.


It’s Time to Talk About Fentanyl: Become Unskippable 

National Fentanyl Awareness Day is Tuesday, April 29. Learn fentanyl facts and how to have short, impactful conversations in a way that teens are more likely to listen. Get everything you need to prepare by visiting the Fentanyl Awareness webpage. Supporting Resources are on the bottom of the page. 

💊 DEA Drug Take Back Day

Drug Take Back Day offers a safe and free opportunity to dispose of old medications discreetly. On Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., bring your unused prescription drugs to a nearby collection site.


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Our Pep Rally on Friday was epic! Shout out to Ms. Marcey for her MC skills! And a huge thank you to all the other staff members who helped to organize a really special and positive event. It was powerful to see our whole school come together to celebrate and get ready for the big game. 

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