 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing students, parents, and staff for making The Meal in a Bag food collection an overwhelming success!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we collected a large amount of food and successfully created 158 complete meal packages for families in our community. Your efforts demonstrate the true spirit of kindness and community that makes OES so special.
Every can, box, and hour of volunteering has a direct and positive impact on our neighbors, and we are so proud of how our school community stepped up to help those in need.
Thank you again for making a difference!
A Message of Gratitude This Thanksgiving
As we approach a time traditionally set aside for expressing thankfulness, we want to share our heartfelt appreciation for the incredible people who make our school community thrive.
We are especially grateful for:
Our Staff and Faculty: Thank you for your unwavering dedication to providing the best possible educational experience for our students every single day. Your commitment to instructional excellence is truly inspiring.
Our Students: We are so proud of your continuous growth—in knowledge, effort, and character. You are the reason we do what we do!
Our Parents and Families: Thank you for your crucial support of our students, our staff, and our wider school community. Your partnership makes all the difference.
On behalf of the entire school staff, we wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday filled with precious time together, good food, and many wonderful reasons to be thankful.
Sincerely,
Chris Kelley, Keith Eck & Abby Holzinger
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FLE Parent Preview Night
You are invited to virtually attend an evening opportunity to hear an overview of Family Life Education and how to access the lessons through Schoology. The virtual meeting will be held on Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m. using the following link:
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/94231156397?from=addon
Students in grades K-6 participate in Family Life Education (FLE). Students receive instruction in a human growth and development unit and an emotional and social health unit. For more information about the FCPS Family Life Education program, please see the detailed grade-level program descriptions at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/elementary-family-life-education-fle.
In addition, grade level-specific curriculum lessons are available for review:
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Online in Schoology - includes lessons and media titles that FCPS has streaming rights for.
- Parents/guardians log onto Schoology using the same username and password as their Student Information System (SIS) Parent account.
- A folder, Parent Preview - FLE Instruction within the Parent Course in Schoology contains links to the lessons, slide presentations, and media for which FCPS has purchased streaming rights. Some media titles may only be available for parents to view at the school.
If you have questions, please contact kaeck@fcps.edu.
VARIETY SHOW GROUP SIGN-UPS!
Sign-ups are first come, first served. Use the link below to register your student for a dance group, singing group, or bucket drumming group.
If a group is full, please email OaktonVarietyShow@gmail.com to be added to the waitlist.
The Variety Show performances will take place on February 10 and 11.
SIGN UP HERE
Oakton Pyramid Fall Concert
Chorus students from OES participated in the Oakton Pyramid Fall Concert at Oakton High School on Tuesday evening. Our students joined choirs from Oakton HS, Thoreau MS, and Mosaic ES. Kudos to these dedicated singers!
Aarohi G., Anagha C., Maylee N., Brynlee N., Narmina E., Jenna F., Davi P., Romina C., Anna E., Bella A., and Eva S.
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Social and Emotional Learning Screener: Parent Reports
Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener last month, providing information on skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
Individual student SEL Screener results will be available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE this week.
For support in understanding your individual child’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to our school counselors.
Inclusive Schools Week: December 8-12
We are excited to announce our school's participation in Inclusive Schools Week.
This annual celebration highlights the essential role that inclusion plays in creating a welcoming and successful learning environment for every student.
Theme: "Children First: Building a Stronger Tomorrow"
This year's theme focuses on prioritizing the well-being and potential of every child. When we value each child's unique strengths, needs, and perspective, we are actively building a brighter, more inclusive future for our entire community.
Throughout the week, we encourage all students and staff to practice intentional kindness, celebrate our differences, and work together to ensure that absolutely everyone feels valued and included.
Inclusive Schools Week: Spirit Days & Activities
Join the fun and show your commitment to inclusion by participating in our daily spirit themes!
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Theme |
How to Participate |
| Monday |
Caring and Comfy Day |
Wear your pajamas or comfiest clothes to symbolize making our school a safe, comfortable, and supportive space for everyone.
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| Tuesday |
Unique You Day |
Wear something that showcases your unique interests or style (e.g., a favorite color, a shirt about a hobby, or a creative accessory) to celebrate what makes you special!
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| Wednesday |
Hero for Inclusion Day |
Dress up as a superhero or wear superhero gear to show that we can all be heroes by standing up for and including others in our school community.
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| Thursday |
Bright Future Day |
Wear bright colors or fun accessories like sunglasses to show that our future is bright when we prioritize every child. Your kindness helps build a stronger tomorrow!
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| Friday |
School Spirit Unity Day |
Wear our school colors or spirit wear to demonstrate that we are united in supporting all students. By standing together as one community, we show that everyone belongs.
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Reminder: Window for Full-time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2025
Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-6, who would like their child to be considered for full-time advanced academic programs must submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form no later than December 15, 2025.
Full-time AAP is an advanced academic option for Grades 3-8 intended for students who need advanced differentiation in all four core subjects: language arts, math, science, and social studies.
Forms for full-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.
Submitting a referral form for full-time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for full-time placement.
Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Placement into a full-time AAP class will begin in the 2026-27 school year unless the family defers placement.
You can find the referral form and the optional parent/guardian questionnaire HERE.
Referrals and optional materials (questionnaire and 2 non-school, front-side-only work samples from home in .pdf or image file format) can be emailed directly to both Ellen Donnelly and Christine Neubauer at ejdonnelly@fcps.edu; cmplagataneu@fcps.edu in one email. Or referrals can be dropped off in the school office with Erin Doyle.
You will receive a confirmation email within 1-2 business days. If you do not receive a confirmation, please email Mrs. Donnelly and Mrs. Neubauer to inquire, forwarding your original email.
🐝 OES PTA Spelling Bee is Coming!
Get ready! The Oakton Elementary School (OES) PTA Spelling Bee is scheduled for Wednesday, January 21, after school in the auditorium. The snow date for the event is January 27.
Key Details & Eligibility
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The Spelling Bee is free to enter and is open to students in Grades 3 through 6.
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Important: Please note that a make-up bee cannot be held if a child misses school for any reason on the competition days.
Registration and Study Materials
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Registration runs from November 12-December 5. No late submissions will be accepted.
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All parents of participating students will be emailed the word study list and bee guidelines on or before December 12.
How to Enroll Your Child
Online: Go to the link: bit.ly/OESSPELLINGBEE2026
Questions?
Please contact Meredith Campbell at mere0098@hotmail.com with any questions.
 The PTA and Mathnasium invite all families to an exciting Family Math Night!
Get ready for an evening of fun math exploration with games and challenges for all elementary age groups.
What to Expect
We will have 10 interactive math stations set up. Each station will feature activities geared toward grades K-2 on one side and grades 3-6 on the other. Come laugh, learn, and discover just how much fun math can be when you play together as a family!
Thank You to Our Sponsor
A big thank you to Mathnasium, The Math Learning Center, for proudly sponsoring and hosting this event. We are incredibly grateful for their continued support in helping our students build confidence and a love for math.
⛳️ Get Ready to Golf with First Tee!
We are excited to announce that the First Tee – Greater Washington DC is coming to Oakton Elementary for a special After School Golf Program! (Sponsored by the Oakton PTA)
This isn't just about learning how to swing a club; First Tee uses the game of golf to teach important life skills like honesty, respect, confidence, and responsibility. It's a fantastic way for our students to become better golfers and even better people!
Who can join?
Students in Grades 3-4, from total beginners to experienced players—all are welcome!
When is it?
Classes will be held every Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at OES
Dates: December 9 to January 27, excluding Winter Break.
Space is Limited! Classes are capped at just 12 students, so make sure to sign up fast!
No Equipment Needed! First Tee will provide all the necessary equipment.
Sign up HERE
If you have any questions, you can contact the program organizer at aaravbshah14@gmail.com
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Upcoming dates for OES:
November 26-28 - Thanksgiving Break, School Closed
December 4 - Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Overview-6:30PM, Virtual
December 5 - Family Math Night - 6:00-8:00PM, OES
December 9 - Band Concert - 6:00PM, OES Gym
December 12 - Skate Night - 7:30-9:30PM, SkateQuest
December 15 - Full Time Advanced Academics Referrals Due
December 16 - Interims Go Home
December 17 - Wednesday 3 Hour Early Release - Students dismissed at 1:00PM
December 22-January 2 - Winter Break - No School - Office Closed
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