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đPrincipal's Message
đWise Owl Way Positive Referrals
đGreen Team Stretchy Plastics Collection
đDigital Citizenship Spirit Week
đVeterans Day Assembly
đYard Sign Fundraiser
đOutstanding Employee Awards Program
đAAP Information
đSchool Picture Orders
đLocal Food Bank
đShrevewood PTA News
đFamily Resource
đLimited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
đEnsuring Student Safety: Register for Volunteer FCPS
đProcedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch
đCell Phone and Smart Watch Policy
đStudent Birthday Policy
đAttendance
đSchool Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications
đFCPS News
đSave the Date
Dear Shrevewood Families,
We extend our deepest gratitude to the PTA for their incredible hard work, dedication, and organizational magic that made our fantastic Fall Fun Fair on Saturday such a huge success. This amazing community event couldn't have happened without the countless hours volunteered, the generous donations, and the enthusiastic participation of all our wonderful school parents.
We have been thrilled to see so many Shrevewood parents already meeting with teachers for fall conferences. Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and enthusiasm. Together we will ensure this year continues to be outstanding for every Wise Owl.
Tomorrow is a 2-hour early release day marking the end of the first quarter. All students will be dismissed at 2:05 p.m. Additionally, students will have Monday, November 3rd, and Tuesday, November 4th, as holidays. We will be eager to welcome them back to school on Wednesday, November 5th!Â
Sincerely,
Katie Vandawalker, Principal
Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal
- Celine S.
- Savannah S.
- Aidan B.
- Eli D.
- Valentina M.M.
Congratulations Shrevewood community!  With your help, our Green Team led our community in collecting 1000 pounds of stretchy plastic in just 355 days! To commemorate this achievement, NexTrex will be giving us a special bench made of recycled stretchy plastic. Look for photos when the bench arrives! We will continue to collect plastic for recycling to keep it out of landfills and will partner with nearby schools working towards their goal.Â
Go Green â Go Clean â Shrevewood Owls on the Scene!
Get ready to show your spirit! We're excited to announce our Digital Citizenship Spirit Week from Monday, October 27, through Friday, October 31.
This is a fun way for students to learn about and celebrate being responsible, respectful, and safe online. Each day features a different theme that ties into an important aspect of being a great digital citizen.
 
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Dear Shrevewood families,
Please note the date change: The Veteran's Day Assembly will now be held Monday, November 10.
As Veterans Day approaches on Tuesday, November 11, we are preparing a special assembly to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We want to make this year's tribute truly personal and memorable, and we need your help!
Monday, November 10, Assembly Schedule
- Kindergarten - Grade 3: 9:45-10:45 a.m.
- Grades 4-6: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Share Your Family's Veteran
We invite all members of our community to submit a photo of a family member who has served or is currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, or National Guard).  These photos will be compiled into a tribute slide show that will be shown during our Veterans Day Assembly on November 10 and later shared with our community on our social media platforms.
To participate, fill out this form or send an email to KLDaniels@fcps.edu with the following information by October 31.
- A photo of the veteran.
- The veteran's name.
- The veteran's branch of service (e.g., U.S. Army, U.S. Navy).
- The connection to your family (e.g., [Student's Name]Â grandfather, [Staff Member's Name] sister).
Invite a Veteran to Speak
We would also be deeply honored to host any veterans in your family or close circle as special guests at our assembly. Hearing their stories is an invaluable educational experience for our students.
If a veteran would be willing and available to attend the assembly on November 10 and would be open to the possibility of briefly speaking on stage about their service, please fill out this form. This assembly is an opportunity for our students to learn about service, sacrifice, and citizenship directly from those who embody it.
Thank you for helping us make our Veterans Day tribute a respectful and meaningful event. We look forward to seeing your submissions and welcoming our veteran guests.
Sincerely,
Kaylin Daniels
School Based Technology Specialist
Show your Shrevewood spirit or give a shoutout to a 6th grade graduate by purchasing a Shrevewood Yard Sign! The sale runs through November 19. Orders will be shipped directly to the school and then distributed. Support your Wise Owl and help the PTA 6th Grade Promotion Committee send the sixth graders off to middle school in style!
Are you a 6th grade parent and want to get involved? Join the Sixth Grade Promotion Committee and play a part in making this last year of elementary school special for our 6th graders! Email Alyssa Romashko if youâre interested in helping on the committee. Thanks!
Nominations are open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! Our Shrevewood families are encouraged to nominate Shrevewood employees for these awards. To submit a nomination for a Shrevewood Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one or more of the categories below, please complete the Shrevewood ES Outstanding Employee Awards Nomination Form. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category).Â
All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one or more of the criteria for that award category. The nomination form has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below.
Outstanding TeacherÂ
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Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district). Ex: Teacher or Librarian with 3+ years of experience
Outstanding New Teacher
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Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district). Ex: Teacher or Librarian with less than three years of experience
Outstanding New Principal
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Eligibility: Currently work as an elementary, middle, secondary or high school principal in FCPS and within the first 3 years of their assignment as building principal (in any school/district).
Outstanding LeaderÂ
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Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position and location as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator Scale employee. This does not include the principal. Ex: Assistant Principal, Director of Student Services
Outstanding Professional EmployeeÂ
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Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location. Ex: School Based Technology Specialist (SBTS), Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), Instructional Coach, Testing Coordinator, Clinicians, Speech Pathologist, After-School Specialist, Resource Teachers, MTSS Coordinator, Assessment Coach or Special Education Department Chair
Outstanding Operational Employee
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Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location Ex: Administrative Assistants, Office Assistants, Librarians, Finance Tech, Custodial staff, Food Services staff, Instructional Aids, Public Health Attendant, Public Health Training Attendant, Parent Liaison
The deadline to submit a nomination is November 14, 2025, at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, please email Coreen Pinkerton at ckpinkerton@fcps.edu.
Please click to access the AAP Parent Information Slides from the presentation. Please click to also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the Referral Forms.
Full Time AAP Services Referrals for families new to FCPS after January 1, 2025, were due October 15.
All other referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15.Â
Subject-Specific and Part-Time Services AAP Referrals are open at any time.Â
Don't forget to order this year's school pictures!
ENJOY 10% OFFÂ your order!
Code: F2510OFF
Expires: July 31, 2026
To order, log in to your account or create an account at mylifetouch.com.
All families can also log on to order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. Find out more about the SmileSafe program here.
Please note: Effective for Fall 2025, we will no longer accept late paper orders after Picture Day. Families should place late orders online through mylifetouch.com.Â
Timber Lane E.S. has invited Shrevewood families who are in need to participate in their family market. Market dates are listed below.
 
Thank You for Joining Us at the Fall Fun Fair!Â
What an amazing day! A huge thank you to all the families, students, and staff who came out to enjoy our Fall Fun Fair!
Your smiles, laughter, and school spirit made the event truly special. From games and prizes to treats and sunny weather, it was wonderful to see our community come together for such a fun celebration.
We loved spending the day with you and canât wait to do it again next year! Check out our highlight reel on our Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQShFa5kja6/
Join Us for Our Next PTA Meeting
Our next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Shrevewood Library. Weâll be discussing upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to continue supporting our amazing students and staff. As a reminder, childcare will be provided.
Whether youâre a longtime member or new to the PTA, weâd love to have you there. Your voice and ideas make a difference! Letâs keep the momentum going and make this a great year together!
Monthly Family Market
Our neighbors at Timber Lane Elementary School have generously invited Shrevewood families to their monthly Family Market, hosted in partnership with the Capital Area Food Bank.
Attend the Family Market
All families are welcome to receive free groceries. The market is held every second Thursday of the month.
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Next Date: Thursday, November 13
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Time: 4:00 â 5:15 p.m.
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Location: Timber Lane Elementary School (2737 West Street, Falls Church, VA 22046), Door #3
Volunteers Needed!Â
We are also looking for volunteers to help support the program and accommodate the additional families from our school.
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Tasks: Help sort food and distribute groceries to families.
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Time: 2:30 â 5:15 p.m.
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Location: Timber Lane Elementary School Cafeteria (2737 West Street, Falls Church, VA 22046)
If you can help, please sign up here.
Enter the PTA Reflections Contest
Starting this year, Shrevewood is participating in the National PTAâs annual art contest, Reflections. The theme for this year is âI belongâ. We welcome students to submit entries for dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. For more information about this yearâs contest, please email Taylor and Ben Powell at reflections@shrevewoodpta.org or visit our PTAâs reflections webpage.
As we come to the end of the 1st quarter, we recommend you taking a look at the Student Tests and Assessments information on the FCPS Website to find out about the assessments your child will be taking throughout the school year.
Three-hour early release days for Shrevewood ES will include:
- November 12
- December 10
- February 18
- March 18
- April 22
- May 13
Read more about early release Wednesdays on the FCPS website.Â
At Shrevewood Elementary School, our volunteers are a vital part of our school community. We deeply value the time and care they give to our students.Â
Recent updates to our volunteer process focus on one primary goal:Â keeping students safe.
These updates â such as checks against the sex offender registry and, in some cases, criminal background checks â are safety measures that will help us maintain a secure and supportive learning environment for every student in our care.Â
We encourage all our parents and community members interested in supporting our students by volunteering at school to visit Volunteer FCPS, click âLearn More,â and then âSign Up.â After you create a profile, you will view an orientation video and complete a volunteer application.Â
Volunteer FCPS ensures a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. This includes individuals who volunteer to chaperone on field trips, work at book fairs, and help out regularly in classrooms, libraries, or cafeterias. Volunteers who work unsupervised with students will also be required to undergo a background check.
We understand these changes may seem disruptive, especially for long-time volunteers. Our intent is to ensure that our students feel safe and supported with each and every person they encounter at school.
As a reminder, all volunteers â and visitors to a school â are required to sign in by scanning their ID at our visitor kiosk. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.
For full details, visit the Volunteer FCPS website or contact our Volunteer Point of Contact, Pilar Quintero Flores, pjquinterofl@fcps.edu, with questions.
We are excited to open our cafeteria for parents and guardians to join their children for lunch at school! We know how much you value connecting with your child, and this is a great chance to share a special moment during their school day.
If you'd like to have lunch with your child, please follow these steps:
- Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office.Â
- Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker.Â
- Wear the visitor sticker at all times.Â
- Report directly to the cafeteria.Â
- Enjoy lunch with your child(ren).Â
- Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker.Â
- Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students.Â
- Please do not bring fast food for lunch.Â
- Please do not bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.
Please remind your child that FCPS is phone-free! For elementary school students, this means:
- Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
- Cell phones and personal devices (airpods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office. Learn more about FCPSâ cell phone and personal device policy.
As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.
Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your childâs well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance.Â
Parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing shrevewoodelem.attendance@fcps.edu or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, students will enter their student ID number as their cafeteria PIN at the cash register to receive their meals.  You can access your studentâs ID number via ParentVUE.
Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast will be $1.75. Lunch will be $3.25. Money can be added to your child(ren)âs accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com. You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager. During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.
Free and Reduced-Price Status
Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September. A new application must be completed each new school year. Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm. Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- The FCPS Mobile App
- Understanding the Annual Youth Survey
- Resources for Families
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.Â
âDigital Citizenship Weekâ
Oct. 27-31
âEnd of 1st Quarter - 2 Hour Early Releaseâ
Friday, Oct. 31
âStudent Holiday/School Planning Dayâ
Monday, Nov. 3
(No school for students)
âStudent Holiday/Teacher Work Dayâ
Tuesday, Nov. 4
(No school for students)
âVeterans Day Assemblyâ
Monday, Nov. 10
âVeterans Day Holidayâ
Tuesday, Nov. 11
(No school for students or staff)
â3 Hour Early Releaseâ
Wednesday, Nov. 12
âPTA Meetingâ
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m.
âPTA Family Game Nightâ
Thursday, Nov. 20
âThanksgiving Luncheonâ
Friday, Nov. 21
âThanksgiving Holidayâ
Nov. 26-28
(No school for students or staff)
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