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June
August
Dear Brookfield Community,
We can't believe it, but we've officially completed our last full week of school! It has been a week filled with incredible celebrations and memorable moments.
We enjoyed our heartwarming Pre-K graduation, and welcomed our newest members with Kindergarten Orientation. Our younger students weren't the only ones celebrating; our fifth graders had a fantastic time at their carnival, a truly joyful experience in their learning environments. Our sixth graders had a blast at their end-of-year celebration, as well as the much-anticipated annual 6th grade vs. staff volleyball game earlier in the week. It was wonderful to see all classes join throughout the day to cheer on the players, showcasing incredible school spirit! We were also thrilled to have our Seniors return to speak with our 6th graders, sharing their wisdom and experiences.
There is truly so much to celebrate and be proud of as we wind down the school year. As we look ahead, we're excited to invite our Brookfield alumni back for the annual Chantilly Senior Walk next week. We will also be celebrating our 6th graders at their promotion event as they prepare to head off to middle school.
Please remember that the last day of school in Wednesday, June 11, and we will dismiss two hours early.
We hope you have a beautiful weekend, and we can't wait to see all our children on Monday morning!
Sincerely,
Lesley Hassen, Principal
Margaret Sisler, Assistant Principal
Anthony Ramakis, Assistant Principal
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New Musicians Wanted!
 The strings program at our school is looking for new musicians to play the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Our current orchestra students played their instruments to help with recruitment. Thank you to our students for showcasing their talents with the Brookfield community!
✅ End-of-Year Reminders
The last day of school is Wednesday, June 11! Please see some important reminders below:
- Remind your child to return all school library books and FCPS laptops.
- Pick up any medications your child has been taking at school. A parent/guardian must pick them up in person.
- Bookmark the 2025-26 school year calendar to be ready for next year.
📍 Community Boundary Review Meeting
The final community meeting to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before summer break will take place Friday, June 6, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School.
Click on the date to register. The meeting will be hybrid (in-person and virtual). Child care for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed.
If you register to attend online, you will receive a Zoom link within 24 business hours. The email will come from “no-reply@zoom.us.” Check your spam folder if you do not receive the link.
At the meeting, an online tool will allow participants to submit feedback. Comments will be displayed in real time, and all collected input will be compiled, analyzed, and uploaded to our Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage.
Language Arts Summer Learning: Magazines, Weekly Plans, Activities, and More
We will be sending students home with two Benchmark magazines to help them practice their reading and writing skills during the summer. You will also receive a letter from our school with weekly learning plans and activities.
Find more ways to support your child's literacy skills on FCPS’ Summer Learning Resources webpage. All of these activities are optional, but we encourage families to help their students practice reading and writing during summer break, so that they can start strong next school year.
SCA Brookfield Spirit Day - June 11
Gallop into the end of the school year with a big neigh and trot out your Brookfield School Spirit in full school swag style! 🐴🎉
🌻 Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation — and Neither Does Fun!
FCPS’ Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
🍽️ Summer Meals for Students: Details Coming Soon
FCPS’ Summer Meal Service Program provides breakfast and lunch free of charge to all children aged 18 and younger. Check FCPS’ Food and Nutrition Services webpage and the USDA Meals Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder in mid-June for specific dates, times, and locations.
Please note that no meals will be served on the June 19 and July 4 holidays. If you have any questions regarding the Summer 2025 meal service, please contact us at SummerMeals@fcps.edu or at 703-813-4800.
🩹 Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders
Additional immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grades:
- All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations before the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age seven or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide not to have your child receive the HPV vaccination. If that is the case, the school does not require documentation.
Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and health care providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Local immunization clinics and additional resources are available on the FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and from the Fairfax County Health Department.
End of Year/Summer Special Education and 504 Newsletter
The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:
- COVID-19 Compensatory Education: Summer Academy
- Extended School Year (ESY)
- Be a Special Education Teacher
- Planning for Life after High School
- Fun Ways to Get Your Kids Moving this Summer
- Exploring Summer Fun Without Leaving Your Home
- Social Emotional Learning in the Summer
- Self-Care Resources for Parents, Family Members, and Caregivers
- Self, Health, and Relationship Education (SHaRE)
- Preparing Your Student with Disabilities for College Board Exams
- Fairfax County SEPTA News
- Accessibility on the FCPS Website
Subscribe to the Special Education and 504 Newsletter.
It was an honor to welcome back Brookfield alumni, Jeremiah Huggins, a senior at Chantilly High School and a published author! Jeremiah shared his incredible story and success with us, highlighting the profound impact our very own Mr. Chapman had on him.
Here's a piece from his book, showcasing that impact:
"Mr. Chapman, I haven't forgotten about you as well. You gave me a pencil to write and showed me how to express myself. You taught me how to write before anyone and showed me a talent I had that no one else could steal from me. I'm so grateful for you giving me the first step to chasing my dreams."
Jeremiah's visit is a powerful reminder that our stories matter, and the dedicated staff at Brookfield make a lasting impact on our students' lives every day.
It was an inspiring day for our 6th graders as they heard from many of our former Brookfield Broncos, now seniors at Chantilly High School! These incredible alumni shared their own stories and invaluable advice, offering a glimpse into what middle and high school will be like. It was especially heartwarming to hear how many of them still cherish the friendships they made right here at Brookfield. It's a wonderful reminder that the connections forged here last a lifetime!
Our 6th graders had an absolute blast at their end-of-year celebration! There was so much fun, with dancing, a lively photo booth, delicious food, and plenty of unforgettable moments. What a perfect way to celebrate their time at Brookfield!
Our 5th graders had a fantastic time celebrating the end of the school year with an exciting mini-carnival right in their learning environments! The 5th grade team pulled out all the stops, setting up awesome games and creating a truly memorable experience for everyone.
 A huge thank you to our incredible Get 2 Green Club! And a special shout-out to Ms. Cribby and Ms. Foster for their unwavering dedication to beautifying our school. Your hard work makes a real difference!
A huge thank you to the Fairfax County Police Department for their incredibly generous donation of socks and underwear! We are so grateful for their ongoing partnership and thoughtful care for our community.
Brookfield PTA June Calendar
6/10: 6th Grade Graduation
6/11: SCA Spirit Day - Brookfield Spirit Day
6/11: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!
6/14: Flag Day
6/15: Happy Father's Day!
6/19: Juneteenth
Have a Great Summer!!
QUESTIONS? PTA.Brookfield@gmail.com
Sixth Grade Promotion Ceremony is Next Week!
Grade 6 Promotion ceremony will be on Tuesday June 10 at 8:45 a.m. Parents are invited to arrive at 8:15 a.m. Please note that balloons will not be permitted in the gym for safety protocols.
Seating is limited, siblings currently attending Brookfield will remain in their classroom, we will not dismiss them to the gym.
The ceremony will be broadcasted in the classrooms.
If you are planning to take your graduate home after the ceremony, you will sign them out with your students teacher in their classroom.
If you plan to also dismiss a sibling, please send a talking point AHEAD OF TIME to their Teacher and inform the front office. Siblings must be signed out in the front office.
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