Important Dates
- December 15: AAP Spring Referrals Due
- December 17: Three Hour Early Release; Dismissal at 12:55pm
- December 22-January 2: Winter Break
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Dear Fairview Families,
As we round out the end of this calendar year and approach the winter break, the energy and excitement in the halls are truly vibrant!
We are incredibly proud of our Falcons for their continued dedication and hard work. Our students are deeply engaged, both in the classroom and out in the community. With field trips in full swing, we’ve seen our Falcons connect classroom learning with real-world experiences, which is a vital part of a well-rounded education. Watching our students thrive is the greatest reward for all of us here at Fairview.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Samantha Goldstein
Principal
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A Note on the FCPS Budget that Directly Impacts Fairview
We take great pride in the level of excellence and opportunity our schools provide. As you know, the FCPS budget is taxpayer-funded, and we take our financial responsibility seriously to ensure every dollar is maximized for student benefit.
However, the reality is that without full funding, our excellence, and the benefits of strong schools, are at risk. Strong schools are the foundation of a thriving community, impacting everything from property values to workforce readiness. We must work together to protect the high-quality education our students deserve.
Help keep our community strong and make your voice heard: visit fcps.edu/BudgetStory to learn more about the budget process and how you can advocate for our schools.
Fairview Cozy Winter Spirit Week Dec 15 - Dec 19
 Cozy Winter Spirit Week December 15-December 19
Monday-Sweaters and Slippers
Tuesday-Crazy Cozy Winter Wear
Wednesday-Pajama Day
Thursday-Fairview Colored Cozy Wear
Friday-Sweats and Blankies
🍎 Volunteer Opportunity: Food Pickup!
Fairview Elementary is seeking a volunteer to pick up food donations one Friday per month at 2:15 PM. If you are interested, please reach out to Mrs. Ehrman at mrehrman@fcps.edu.
Wednesday Three Hour Early Release-December 17
Hello Fairview Families! For the upcoming early release on Wednesday, December 17, your child will be dismissed using the indicated dismissal route in Pick Up Patrol. Therefore, please make sure to update Pickup Patrol for your child's dismissal plan for December 17th in order to ensure all students are dismissed correctly.
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If you are requesting that your child stay until 3:55pm, you will need to select the: "Stay Early Release Wednesday 12/17/25 until 3:55" option in plan changes for December 17.
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If you want your child to dismiss at 12:55pm, you may leave your child's default plan as is, or make a plan change and put "dismiss at 12:55pm" in the notes.
Please contact FairviewESCommunications@fcps.edu, for any questions.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
Winter GIFT CARD DRIVE
Fairview is Collecting Gift Cards for Families in Need. As the holidays approach, some of our school families are facing significant hardships. We have a unique opportunity to come together as a community and provide much-needed support and cheer during this time. We are organizing a Holiday Support Program to provide gift cards and essential items to families in need. Your voluntary contribution can make a significant impact and help brighten the season for our students and their families.
If you would like to donate a $25 or any amount gift card to Target, Walmart, or local grocery stores, please purchase a gift card and include the amount on the gift card.
Please ensure the gift cards are turned into the front office by December 12.
Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity!
James W. Robinson Secondary School
Curriculum Night
ROBINSON SECONDARY SCHOOL
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
January 14, 2026
Parents join the Robinson Staff to hear about core class options, meet elective teachers, get information about IBMYP, specialized programs, and our after-school program.
5:00-6:00 Meeting about Middle School course option and expectations
- Information about standard vs honors courses
- Learn about IBMYP and the After-School program
6:00-6:30 Parent choice presentations
- Special Education presentation
- Middle School Math Curriculum
- Spanish Immersion
- Multilingual Learners presentation
- IB Questions
6:30-7:30 MS & HS Curriculum and Elective Fair
7:30-8:00 Parent Choice presentations
- Special Education presentation
- Middle School Math Curriculum
- Spanish Immersion
- Multilingual Learners presentation
- IB Questions
Note: This evening event is for parents with students entering grades 7-12. There will be sessions for HS families as well.
Fairview's Winter Wonderland Strings Concert
 Please join us at Fairview for our Winter Wonderland Strings Concert for 5th and 6th Grade! It will be hosted in the Fairview Gym on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7pm. We hope to see you there!
FCPS has introduced new parent controls in the Lightspeed Parent Portal to help families manage screen time on FCPS-issued devices. Through the portal, parents can control their child's access to YouTube and pause web browsing during designated After-School Hours while students are off the FCPS network.
These controls are active Monday - Friday from 3:30 PM to 6:00 AM (even on student holidays) and all day Saturday and Sunday. They do not affect district filtering policies during the instructional day.
Parents can register for the Lightspeed Parent Portal using the link provided in their weekly Lightspeed Online Student Activity Report email.
For more information about the Parent Portal, please visit the Lightspeed Parent Portal page on the FCPS website.
AAP Family Night Information Slides
Slides from AAP Family Information Night are now available on the Fairview AAP website. You will also find links to Subject Specific, Part Time and Full Time to referral forms there.
Full-Time AAP Services Eligibility
Decisions for AAP Full-Time services are made by a countywide central screening committee. There are specific screening cycles for Full-Time services:
- Spring Screening: The deadline to refer 2nd – 6th graders for spring screening is December 15. Please submit this form to Alisa Pappas.
Important: Please do not wait for ability test scores before submitting a referral for your child in Grades 2-7. Referrals submitted after the deadlines will not be accepted. These referrals can also be found in many languages on the FCPS AAP Website.
For Fairview ES families in need of resources in our community:
For assistance with meeting basic needs, please contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at: 703-222-0880 or visit their website at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/coordinated-services-planning
CSP provides information, referral, linkage, and advocacy to public and private human services available to Fairfax County residents. Through partnerships with community-based organizations and other Fairfax County agencies, CSP assists callers with the following services: basic needs, financial assistance, health care services, and referrals to services and resources.
Please explore the following links to resources in the community for food:
Please reach out to Joslyn Waldron, School Social Worker, if you have any questions or concerns: jnwaldron@fcps.edu
Recent Updates to Volunteer Opportunity Levels
Due to the overwhelming response, FCPS is temporarily pausing fingerprint requirements for most Level 3 volunteers. Those who have already been fingerprinted will be processed to be eligible for all Level 3 opportunities.
Field trip chaperone opportunities will now be classified as Level 2 (not requiring a comprehensive background check that includes fingerprinting).
To ensure continuous safety, all new volunteers are required to sign a Volunteer Certification Statement. This statement is a legal confirmation that you have no history of violent felonies, or crimes against children, or crimes of moral turpitude (dishonesty, fraud, things that are immoral by society’s standards).
Visit the Volunteer FCPS website to complete a volunteer orientation. View Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the volunteer levels.
 Your Support Matters!
It was incredible to see nearly 30 of you at our first general meeting, making it our most attended meeting yet! Your enthusiasm is the spark that makes our school community so special. We encourage all parents and teachers to officially join the PTA and find volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule. Your support, whether big or small, is what turns great ideas into amazing programs and events for our students and staff.
Reporting Student Absences
We are committed to partnering with families to promote positive attendance habits. Any day that your child is unable to attend school, parents should report the absence. By reporting absences, families are partnering with our staff so that everyone can make sure students are supported and have access to resources.
Full-day absences can be reported in SIS ParentVUE. Parents can also report absences by calling our school attendance line at [phone number] or emailing [attendance email address]. School staff will call parents if students are absent, and our school has not been notified in advance.
Parents can monitor their child’s attendance records in SIS ParentVUE.
Attendance Codes in SIS ParentVUE Explained
Attendance codes in SIS ParentVUE are assigned by school staff to better identify the reasons behind student absences. This allows us to respond thoughtfully and provide appropriate support. Visit the FCPS Attendance Policy webpage to learn more about the codes.
When Your Child Is Sick
It is also important to keep your child home when they are sick. The Can My Child Go to School? webpage provides helpful recommendations on when to keep your child home.
For instance, as long as they are feeling like they can participate in school activities, a child should attend school if they have cold symptoms. However, if they have severe, uncontrolled, or rapid coughing; wheezing; or difficulty breathing, definitely keep them home and contact your health care provider.
⛄ Winter Resources for Families
A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
📖 Meet the Author: Live on Channel 21 and YouTube
Tune in to the Fairfax Network on Friday, December 12, at 1 p.m., for Meet the Author with Gabriella Aldeman, author of the bilingual children’s book “Squawk of Spanish.”
Follow Max as he learns to communicate with his Spanish-speaking grandmother and discovers how language can bring families closer together.
Visit the Meet the Author webpage to view previous episodes of the show.
Support Our Schools: 25 for 2025 Giving Challenge
Join Educate Fairfax’s 25 for 2025 Giving Challenge and help ensure every FCPS student has the tools, support, and inspiration to succeed. Every gift, whether you can give $25 or $2,500, helps students learn while supporting the teachers and staff who make a lasting difference.
Educate Fairfax is the nonprofit education foundation that supports FCPS by providing resources, recognizing outstanding educators, and strengthening connections between schools and the community. Educate Fairfax invests directly in classrooms and programs. Last year, they contributed $1.27 million back into our schools.
The foundation supplied more than 5,000 school supply kits to more than 61 schools, centers, shelters, and Welcome Centers. Its Food for All Campaign packed more than 1,000 snack packs and helped feed more than 350 families over Thanksgiving. Read the Educate Fairfax Annual Report to learn more about their impact.
Together, we can support and encourage all learners and educators and strengthen the future of our schools. Donate to Educate Fairfax today.
Winter Break Literacy Adventures
Engaging in literacy activities over winter break helps students maintain the reading, writing, and speaking skills they built during the first half of the school year. Even a little daily practice, such as these 10 fun family activities, helps ensure they return to school confident and ready to continue growing in literacy. Enjoy these literacy adventures as a family!
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