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Dear Mighty Red Bird Families,
This time of year is always full of energy, growth, and excitement throughout our school. We’ve loved watching our students continue to explore, question, and challenge themselves—whether in the classroom, on the playground, or during special events. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and it's a reflection of the strong partnership we share with our families.
We’re so proud of the hard work our students are putting into their learning and grateful to our dedicated staff who inspire and support them every step of the way. Together, we’re creating a place where every child feels seen, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Thank you for being an essential part of our Cardinal Forest family. We look forward to all the upcoming events and opportunities to celebrate our amazing students and community together.
Warm Regards,
Ms. Drake, Mrs. Agner, Mrs. Long
Upcoming Dates 📆
May 20 - Math SOL (Grades 3-6)
May 26 - Memorial Day (NO SCHOOL)
May 30 - Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
June 5 - Field Day!
SOL Scores in ParentVUE
SOL scores will be posted in ParentVue each Monday to reflect tests administered the week prior. Scores can be accessed by looking under the Test History section.
Jewish American Heritage Month
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May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
All Library books are due May 28, 2025.
Medication Pick Up
Spring SOL Reading, Science, and Math Dates
For your planning, please review the Spring 2025 SOL Testing Dates. Please avoid scheduling appointments that may prevent your child(ren) from arriving at school on time on testing days.
FCPS Updates
Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings
Families, staff, and community members will soon be able to explore and visualize potential boundary scenarios using a customized Boundary Explorer Tool. The tool will be accessible from the FCPS website. You are also invited to participate in another series of community meetings in order to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before the start of summer break:
- Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Oakton High School
- Friday, May 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Robinson Secondary School
- Monday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Herndon High School
- Friday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis High School
- Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Annandale High School
- Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Whitman Middle School
- Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Chantilly High School
- Friday, June 6, 6:30–8 p.m., Glasgow Middle School
Each meeting will be hybrid, meaning that you may attend in person or via Zoom. Childcare for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed. Registration links will be shared soon. Another round of community meetings will be held in the fall.
Pre-K Programs
Pre-K Program Accepting Applications for Fall
The FCPS PreK Program serves 3 and 4 year old students with a high quality, full-day preschool program with no cost to families at 78 Fairfax County elementary schools.
Students may qualify with a variety of economic or educational risk factors. Learn more about the Pre-K and Early Head Start Program by watching this video (English) or video (Spanish).
Spaces fill quickly, so complete an application online now or call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish) for more information.
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to our school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
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FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family engagement.
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FCPS Family Academy – We know that as a parent or caregiver, you play a critical role in 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. The Family Academy also includes information about resources to help you ensure your child has what they need to succeed.
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Family Liaisons – Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. You may reach out to our wonderful family liaison, Mariel Otero, at motero@fcps.edu.
🧸 Kindergarten Registration
Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact our school registrar Karen Stephens at kdstephens@fcps.edu.
💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children 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.
Attendance Matters
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
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- Required Immunizations
- FCPS Budget Update
- Mental Health Resources
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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PTA Updates!
Check out PTBoard for news and upcoming events!
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