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Dear London Towne Family,
What a fantastic week we had! The energy at our last pep rally was incredible. It was so much fun to come together and celebrate! We spent some time discussing the impact of our actions and the importance of practicing self-control. It's so important to stop and think before we act, asking ourselves if what we're about to do will make things better or worse. We are confident that during these last 5 weeks of school, our Lions will continue to practice self-control.
And how about the first-ever "Lion Games?!" It was a blast watching Ulysses the Unicorn, Kandy the Koala, and Shane the Shark go head-to-head with our very own Leo the Lion in some seriously competitive rounds of Simon Says, the Egg Relay, and Musical Chairs. What a fun way to build school spirit! A huge thank you to our amazing staff volunteers who made this special event possible. We truly have the best team here at The Towne!
Looking ahead, this next week is all about celebrating our incredible teachers and staff for Teacher and Staff Appreciation! We are so incredibly thankful for their dedication to the success of each and every one of our lions, and for the way they support one another. There truly is no place like The Towne!
Let's make sure to show our wonderful staff just how much we appreciate them. Even a simple handwritten note can go a long way in brightening their day. If you are interested in other ways to show your gratitude, there are opportunities to volunteer and/or donate listed below.
Have a wonderful rest of your weekend, and get ready for a week of appreciation!
Roaring with Towne Pride,
Warmly,
🦁 Shele Banford, Principal
🦁🦁 Lucy Zamora and Jordan Moore, Assistant Principals
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Save the Date! |
🌷 Monday, May 5 - Friday, May 9: Teacher Appreciation Week
📚 Wednesday, May 7: Grades 3-4 Reading SOL Test
🚲 Wednesday, May 7: Bike to School Day
📚 Friday, May 9: Grades 5-6 Reading SOL Test
🔬 Tuesday, May 13: Grade 5 Science SOL Test
🗣️ Tuesday, May 13: 6:00 p.m. PTA Meeting (5th Grade Families needed!)
🧮 Wednesday, May 14: Grades 3-4 Math SOL Test
🚌 Thursday, May 15: PreK Field Trip to Wolf Trap
🧮 Friday, May 16: Grades 5-6 Math SOL Test
📚 Wednesday, May 7: Grades 3-4 Reading SOL Test
🕰️ Monday, May 19: LAST! Early Release Monday (K-6 ONLY)
- Students released 3 hours early (12:05)
- Limited supervised child care for families who requested (ends at 3:05)
🧮 Wednesday, May 21: Grades 1-2 Math iReady Screener
🎶 Wednesday, May 21: 6:00 p.m. Band and Choral Concert
🐟 Thursday, May 22: Trout Release Field Trip (Trout in Classroom Team)
🧮 Friday, May 23: Grades 3-6 Math iReady Screener
Looking Ahead:
⭐ Monday, May 26: Memorial Day -- School Closed
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2025-26 Lion Leaders Application Process |
📢 Current 5th Graders Invited to Apply for Lion Leaders Team
Mrs. Breslin, Mrs. Lanier, and Mrs. Sirota are beginning the process of selecting our 6th Grade Lion Leaders Team (combination of WLTS News Crew and Student Council) for next school year. We plan to select a team of 10-12 strong student leaders to meet daily, 8:05-8:45. These students may participate in a variety of leadership roles throughout the year: representing London Towne at community events, planning fundraisers and school spirit weeks, writing content for and producing our daily news show, and planning and implementing ways to improve our LTES learning environment.
Interested current 5th grade students must apply by Friday, May 16 at 3:05 p.m. by completing a red paper permission form (available at school) and this 2025-26 Lion Leaders Interest Form (students must be signed into their FCPS Google account). This form can also be accessed in the All Students Course in Schoology. Selections will be made based on qualifications, family and teacher recommendations, and an in-person interview during the school day. Depending on the number of interested applicants, students may be selected to participate for the entire year or a portion of the year.
We are excited for our Lion Leaders to lead by example, model Portrait of a Graduate attributes of Communicator, Collaborator, and Ethical and Global Citizen, and promote school-wide initiatives that help create a welcoming environment for all Lions! We are so excited to facilitate the growth of new Lion Leaders in the coming school year and anticipate these students having a wonderful year and a large impact on the Towne!
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May 5-9: Teacher Appreciation Week |
The LTES PTA wants our whole community to ensure our teachers know they are appreciation! You are invited to join in any and all themed days of Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5-9, 2025!
🍫 Monday, May 5: Snack & Relax – Stock the lounge with snacks & drinks
🌷Tuesday, May 6: You Help Us Grow – Fresh flower arrangements
🍧Wednesday, May 7: Scoops of Gratitude – Rita’s Ice in the courtyard
📦 Thursday, May 8: You Deserve the Best – Amazon Gift Card Raffle
🌮 Friday, May 9: El Fresco – PTA-sponsored lunch at Teacher's lounge
Cultural Heritage Night Book Raffle Winner
Ms. Carnahan drew the name for the Rock, Paper, Scissors book raffle from France/Europe at Cultural Heritage Night....and the winner is 6th grader, Vinny Edward's, from Sra. Cieza's class!
Thank you, Vinny, for presenting the book to the LTES library with Ms. Carnahan!
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2024-25 LTES Yearbooks On Sale |
📸 Beginning May 1st all yearbooks will be sold first come first served, until sold out. The cost is $20 each - cash only. Yearbooks will be distributed the last week of school.
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PTA News and Happenings |
📢 Calling All 5th Grade Parents!
Get ready to be part of something special! We’re looking for enthusiastic and committed parents to join the 6th Grade Committee for the upcoming school year. This is a great opportunity to help plan exciting events like:
- 6th Grade Promotion Party
- Fundraisers
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Special End-of-Year Activities ...and more!
Come learn more at our next PTA Meeting on May 13 at 6:00 p.m.!
Meet current 6th grade parents and get the inside scoop on roles, responsibilities, and how you can be involved.
Your time and talents can help make 6th grade unforgettable!
All are welcome at any PTA meeting! If you prefer to join virtually, the Zoom link will be sent out to our currently enrolled families via TalkingPoints the evening before!
Follow the LTES PTA on Instagram to stay to date with all the fun, upcoming events!
 Early Childhood Resource Fair
🗓️ May 22, 2025
⏰ 4:00-7:00 pm
📍Centreville Regional Library (14200 St. Germain Dr, Centreville)
Preschool and rising Kindergarten parents – Your kids are “Ready to Shine” so bring them out for this fun event. This FREE event for families includes an opportunity to sign children up for preschool or Kindergarten, hands on activities, a free meal, and community information.
 Robotics Summer Camp
Monke Bang Rock, a student-led, all-girls high school robotics team based in the Herndon area, is excited to offer a robotics summer camp for students aged 8-12!
🗓️ Dates: July 28-August 1, 2025
🕜 Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
📍 Location: 520 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA
🧒👧 Ages: 8-12
Campers will explore exciting topics like:
- Introduction to Robotics
- Coding & Programming
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Hands-on STEM activities and team challenges!
Our goal is to create a fun, engaging environment where kids can develop STEM skills and confidence—led entirely by a group of high school girls who are deeply passionate about robotics and education.
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Immunization Requirements |
As required by the Code of Virginia, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend public school. All students entering seventh grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older.
- Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older.
- A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
ACTION REQUIRED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to our Student Information Assistant (SIA)/Registrar, Carolyn Licastro, as soon as possible:
- An immunization record showing that your child has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations listed above. Families can request immunization records free of charge through the Virginia Immunization Information System (VIIS), a statewide registry system. If your child was immunized outside Virginia, you can get records from those states’ systems.
- Submit your child’s immunization record through ParentVUE using the Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet.
- A note from a healthcare provider stating the date the vaccination(s) was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Commonwealth of Virginia, Certificate of Religious Exemption.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with their child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. If your child does not have a health care provider, please visit the FCPS Immunizations Resource page to find out where to get an immunization.
Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.
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Social/Emotional Screener Results |
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.
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Cameras on School Bus Stop Arms |
🛑 Cameras Installed on School Bus Stop Arms
Cameras have been installed on the stop arms of 50 FCPS school buses. These cameras will be used to identify drivers who pass stopped school buses while children are entering and exiting the bus (called a “stop arm violation”).
Drivers have begun to receive warnings. After a 30-day warning period, citations will begin to be issued on Monday, May 12.
According to Virginia law, drivers must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights on and their stop signs extended. Motorists should stop when approaching from any direction, unless there is a barrier or median separating their lane from where the bus is stopped. They should remain stopped until everyone is clear, and the bus is moving.
We appreciate our law enforcement partners for working with FCPS to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Read more about the stop arm cameras and other ways FCPS works with our county partners to keep students safe on their way to and from school.
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Attendance Reminder |
🗓️ Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
In FCPS,we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for moreattendance resources.
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FCPS Summer Camps |
☀️ 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.
☀️ Registration will be available soon 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 begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore activities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes.
For more information, see the Summer Learning page.
National School Nurse Day is Wednesday, May 7. It is a day to recognize the many contributions that school nurses make to student health and learning.
FCPS appreciates the role of School Public Health Nurses (PHNs) for their contribution to the health and welfare of all our students. Professional school nurses support the needs of students through their delivery of healthcare, contributions to local school communities, and promotion of safety, prevention, and wellness throughout the year. They are advocates who bridge healthcare and education by supporting student health and readiness to learn. School nurses are essential to our community and work tirelessly to make a positive impact in the lives of their students.
Please join us in thanking our Public Health Nurse, Taylor Paul, and her Clinic Aide, Crystal Perkins, for their hard work and dedication to FCPS students.
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Last Day of School Dismissal |
On the last day of school, Wednesday, June 11, school will be dismissed two hours early, at 1:05 p.m.
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