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 Parent volunteers recently helped by putting student artwork on display in our halls. Students enjoy seeing their work in the halls and often stop to admire the work of their friends and classmates.
A big THANK YOU to all of our volunteers!
Walk and Roll to School Day
FCPS and Willow Springs will participate in International Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 8, in an effort to promote physical activity and reduce traffic congestion and pollution near schools.
Students and employees are encouraged to bike or walk to school and work where safe to do so. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to school, and to work with their school and PTA or PTO to assemble bike trains or walking groups for the event.
Picture Day Retakes and Make-Ups
Whether your student was absent, is new to our school, or just wasn't thrilled with the first set of photos, our Picture Make-Up Day on Friday, October 17 is their chance to shine!
If your student is getting a retake: Please remember they must return the entire original picture package to the photographer on Make-Up Day.
To help us with picture scheduling please let us know if your child will be having their picture taken on Friday, October 17 by filling out this form.
You can pre-order your student's retake photos by clicking here. Getting a picture taken does NOT require you to purchase the photos.
Crunch Into Virginia Farm to School Week With Us
Virginia Farm to School Week is October 6-10, and FCPS Food and Nutrition Services is excited to celebrate with our school!
During the week, the Crunch Heard ’Round the Commonwealth will take place on Thursday, October 9. On that day, Virginians across the Commonwealth will make noise for Virginia farm to school programs by biting into a fresh, Virginia-grown apple.
Our school will receive delicious Virginia-grown apples (Pink Lady, Granny Smith, or Fuji) for students to enjoy on October 9.
🍲 New Food Items Include Hearty Homestyle Favorites
FCPS' 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.
Parent Webinars on Literacy Support
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is hosting two informational webinars for families focused on literacy and the new Virginia Literacy Act (VLA). Please register using the links provided.
1. Supporting Your Child with Dyslexia
Date: Tuesday, October 15
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
This session will empower families with knowledge about dyslexia and the support available in FCPS.
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What you'll learn:
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A clear understanding of dyslexia, its common signs, and how it affects reading, writing, and spelling.
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Details on FCPS supports, including evidence-based, structured literacy approaches and the role of reading specialists.
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How the Virginia Literacy Act (VLA) and FCPS's Equitable Access to Literacy (EAL) Plan are transforming literacy instruction.
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Practical strategies and resources to use at home.
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Register here
2. Reading Plans and Your Student
Date: Tuesday, October 22
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Learn about the new reading plans being implemented in FCPS for students who are not meeting literacy benchmarks.
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What you'll learn:
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What is a Reading Plan? It's a support system that outlines specific, evidence-based instruction and interventions to improve a student's reading skills.
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Who needs a plan? All students in grades K-8 identified as needing additional support based on literacy assessments, as part of the VLA implementation.
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School Support: How FCPS is using a science-based reading approach, the role of reading specialists, curriculum, and progress monitoring.
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Tools and resources to actively partner in your child's reading journey at home.
WSES Farmer's Market Is Open
On Friday's
It's that time of year again! The WSES Farmer's Market is back for Fall 2025. You can get fresh, healthy, and local produce from Piney Meadow Farm and our very own school garden, when possible.
The market will be open on Fridays through October 24th. We'll be set up by the blacktop at dismissal.
September 15-October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month
October is National School Principals' Month and Disability History and Awareness Month
October 8: Walk and Roll to School Day
October 13: Indigenous Peoples' Day--Schools Closed
October 15: 3 Hour Early Dismissal Day. Students dismissed at 1:00 PM.
October 17: 1, 2, 3 Andres School Assembly
October 17: Student Retake & Makeup Picture Day
October 20: Diwali Holiday--Schools Closed
October 31: Quarter Ends & 2 Hour Early Dismissal
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