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September 26, 2025
Happy Friday!
What a fantastic week at Waynewood! It was wonderful to see so many of you at our Jog-A-Thon 2025. It was a huge success, and we couldn't be prouder of all our students who ran their hearts out. We also want to give a massive thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this event run so smoothly—your support means everything! We are excited to share that as a school, we will celebrate meeting (and exceeding) our fundraising goal on Friday, October 17th.
Please note that our wonderful Principal, Mrs. Cachine, will be on leave through October 3. While she's away, you can reach out to the Waynewood main office for assistance. Our assistant principals, Mrs. Bonner and Mrs. Ovalle, are also available to help with any questions or concerns you may have.
As a reminder, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is considering changes to the school start times. This is a big deal, as a change would significantly impact our daily schedule. Currently, two options are being discussed: one where elementary schools would start earlier, and another where our school's start time would be pushed back by 30 minutes. Your feedback is incredibly important as FCPS makes this decision. You can find more details and the link to the official FCPS survey right below this message. Please take a moment to share your thoughts.
Sincerely,
Katie Cachine, Principal
Alyssa Bonner, Assistant Principal
Allison Ovalle, Assistant Principal
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Our new menu items debuting in September and October feature hearty homestyle favorites — including veggie chili, pictured above — and fresh global inspiration! Other new additions include:
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Breakfast: Cinnamon apple overnight oats, mini blueberry pancakes, French toast sticks, egg and cheese breakfast quesadillas and tacos, and turkey sausage and cheese bagels.
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Lunch: Teriyaki chicken stir-fry, teriyaki chickenless bites stir-fry, cheesy turkey pepperoni pasta, cheesy pasta with marinara sauce, deep dish pizza, and cheesy fiesta nachos.
Check our online menu to see when your child can try new recipes developed by FCPS’ executive chef and team of food and nutrition experts, based on student feedback.
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What Will the 2025 Bond Referendum on the November Ballot Fund?
The $460M bond referendum on the November ballot is expected to fund the next stages of several ongoing projects, as well as others referenced in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
The building and renovation of our schools is not funded through the division’s operating budget. Voter-approved bonds allow payment for these projects over time. Read more about the 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a plan to vote by Tuesday, November 4.
2025 Student Rights and Responsibilities
FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment.
Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Tuesday, September 30.
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life.
A series of Community Conversations are being held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities. These events are also a chance for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events are planned for the following dates from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.:
- Monday, September 29, at McNair Upper Elementary School. Register to attend.
- Friday, October 3, at Annandale Terrace Elementary School
- Friday, December 5, at Churchill Road Elementary School
- Tuesday, December 9, at Fairhill Elementary School
- Thursday, December 11, at Bull Run Elementary School
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all.
⏰ K-12 School Start Times SurveyFCPS is continuing to explore options for adjusting school start times, with the primary goal of beginning the middle school day at 8 a.m. or later. In order to minimize any cost for this project, elementary and high school start times would need to shift as well.
Providing feedback opportunities for the community is a critical part of this effort. Since 2024, FCPS’ consultant has hosted five community forums and administered two surveys. A new School Start Times Survey is open through Tuesday, September 30. It includes two options that are designed to support student well-being, align with research, balance transportation logistics, and minimize costs. Staff, parents and caregivers, students, and community members may provide input on the two options by taking the survey. Find more information about adjusting school start times.
Jog-A-Thon
A huge thank-you to everyone who helped make the Jog-A-Thon such a success! We couldn’t have done it without the support of our amazing volunteers and families.
Mark Your Calendars
Seeds Workday: October 3, 4:15–5:15 p.m. in the courtyard
Book Fair: October 6–10
PTA Meeting: October 14
Fall Fun Night: October 23 (watch for details coming next week!)
Join the PTA
Your membership makes a difference! By joining, you help fund programs and events that benefit all students throughout the year. Become a PTA Member today.
Thursday, October 2: No School (Yom Kippur)
Monday, October 13: No School (Staff Development Day)
Wednesday, October 15: Three hour early release (1:00 pm)
Thursday, October 16: Field Day
Monday, October 20: No School (Diwali)
Wednesday, October 22: Family Information Night- Full-Time AAP Referral and Identification Process at 5:30 in the Waynewood Cafeteria
Friday, October 31: End of 1st Quarter, 2 Hour Early Release
You can access the full 2025-26 calendar here. Days that are shaded pink or blue are holidays for students. Orange days are NOT school holidays.
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