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Thu, Dec 10 - Chorus Winter Concert, 7pm
Fri, Dec 12 - NFES Spirit Day
Mon, Dec 15 - Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline
- Band Winter Concert, 7pm
Wed, Dec 17 - 3-Hour Early Release,
Dismissal begins at 12:35pm
Dec 22 - Jan 2 - No School, Winter Break
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Happy December and happy Friday! I hope everyone was able to navigate the roads safely this morning. I appreciated today's call for a 2-hour delay so that all of our students could walk/bus to school safely.
Highlights from the Forest this week:
- 3rd-6th grade students enjoyed a special assembly by Mad Science. Thank you to our PTA for organizing this assembly!
- 5th graders went on their field trip to the National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. The original field trip date was during the government shutdown so we were lucky to be able to reschedule right away.
- Girls on the Run students had an end-of-season celebration with their coaches, Ms. Cavazos, Mrs. Tyeryar, Ms. McMurry, Ms. Amy, and Ms. Molly. Great season, girls!
I hope you enjoy a restful weekend.
Sincerely,
Angela Thompson
Principal
Mad Science Assembly
GOTR End of Season Celebration
NFES Advanced Academics
Grades 2-6: The Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline is December 15, 2024. The referral form must be submitted to Ms. Matthias JLMatthias@fcps.edu, our instructional coach, while Mrs. Trope is on leave, no later than midnight on December 15. The optional parent questionnaire can also be submitted.
Late referrals cannot be accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Matthias or the AAP office.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.
Save the Date: Multicultural Night at NFES
 Join us for Multicultural Night on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 6:30–8:00 pm! This FREE family event celebrates the incredible cultural diversity of our school community. Enjoy country displays, food samples, hands-on student activities, live performances, and a fashion show.
We need your help to make it a success! Families are encouraged to sign up to share their culture through food, clothing, traditions, activities, or displays. Please complete the interest form by Friday, January 9, 2026: https://forms.gle/omPLz4inj3bNsk8eA
Questions? Contact Ms. Howard, our family liaison, at ahoward@fcps.edu.
🙋♂️ Attendance Is Important Every Day!
Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after winter break. Give your child the gift of education and help build a habit of attendance. Visit the FCPS website for more attendance resources.
If you do need to report your child's absence, please let us know by one of the three following methods:
Military-Connected Youth Process Action Team (MCY PAT)
The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Military-Connected Youth Process Action Team (MCY PAT) identifies the unique academic, behavioral, and social/emotional needs of military-connected youth and families, and ensures faculty and staff are informed and prepared to meet those identified needs. The team partners with FCPS and community stakeholders as appropriate to achieve these goals.
The MCY PAT strives to include family representation, and highly encourages military-connected family members to apply to be part of our team.
The team meets virtually on the first Thursday of each month at 2 p.m.
As a military-connected family member, if you would like the opportunity to be selected to participate, please complete this Google form by Friday, December 19, 2025.
For more information, please contact Katie Server, Family Partnerships Specialist, Military-Connected Youth & Families, at kaserver@fcps.edu.
🎤 Share Your Thoughts With Superintendent Reid
At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school.
Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid are underway across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities. We encourage you to attend, share your thoughts, and ask questions about FCPS. Events are planned for the following dates from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.:
Click on a date above to register. Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Community Conversations are open to all. Please check FCPS’ website for additional updates.
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our Newington Forest staff members. |
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FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- 💻 Technology Tips
- 🍲 Food Assistance
- 📚 Winter Reading Challenge
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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