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 Over 300 students rocked our winter attendance challenge with 95% attendance and up! They were rewarded with a pajama and stuffed animal day and a cookie (or chip) and cocoa treat bag. Great job Beavers!
Dear Woodley Hills Family,
It has been an absolutely amazing week here at school as our students have shown incredible dedication to their learning and kindness toward one another in every classroom. We are so proud of the academic progress and vibrant energy filling our hallways as we head into the second half of the month.
Please mark your calendars for our upcoming Math Night on Thursday, January 22, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, where we look forward to seeing our families engage in fun, hands-on mathematical activities together. It will be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our students' skills and strengthen our school community through exploration and play.
Dr. LaChelle R. Williams, Principal
January 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (school closed)
January 22 - Math Night 5-7pm
January 28 - Quarter Ends - 2-hour Early Release 1:30pm
January 28 - PTA Family Movie Night 5-7pm
January 29-30 - Student Holiday (no school)
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WHES Family Math Night
Thursday, January 22, 2026 5:00-7:00 pm
Join us for a night of fun with math!
You bring your family…we’ll be ready with fun math games (that you can take home), estimation contests, pizza and more for everyone to enjoy!
We look forward to seeing you!
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Calling All Career Day Volunteers!
Our annual Career Day is coming up on March 4, and we need your help to make it an inspiring experience for our students! Career Day gives our elementary students the opportunity to explore a wide variety of careers, ask questions, and begin imagining the many possibilities for their future.
If you or someone you know would like to share about their career, please consider volunteering and sharing the Career Day flyer with friends, family members, or community connections. We currently have 6 presenters signed up, and our goal is to reach at least 21 presenters so students can learn about many different career paths.
Students are curious about all kinds of careers. Some examples of careers students enjoy learning about include (but are not limited to):
- Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
- Teachers, principals, and school staff
- Police officers, firefighters, and EMTs
- Engineers and architects
- Scientists and environmental workers
- Artists, musicians, and performers
- Chefs and bakers
- Military service members (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard)
- Veterinarians and animal care workers
- Athletes and coaches
- Technology and computer-related careers
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Construction workers and skilled trades
Thank you for helping us show our students the many paths their futures can take! If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Gibbs or Ms. Thompson.
Upcoming WIDA ACCESS Window
The upcoming WIDA ACCESS testing window for students identified as Multilingual Learners (MLs) will run from the end of January to the beginning of March. This assessment evaluates students’ English language proficiency across the domains of Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
*Please avoid scheduling appointments or planned absences during this time and communicate any absences as early as possible. We appreciate your support in ensuring students are present in school and able to demonstrate the English proficiency!
Order your Yearbook NOW!
Yearbooks can be ordered online NOW! The cost is $15.00
https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB33822
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year.
Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.
When Should Your Child Stay Home?
Help your student succeed in school by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit the FCPS website for helpful insights regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school to minimize impacts on learning.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to let us know so we can provide assistance, if needed.
Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs
Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.
Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs.
Meal Accommodations Provide Safe, Nutritious Meals
FCPS’s Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to school meals that are safe, nutritious, and meet their individual dietary needs.
FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school. To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs.
Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a menu for your child.
- Did Your Student Get a New Phone or Device?
For a distraction-free start to the New Year, please remind your student about FCPS' policy for cell phones and personal devices. This policy helps students focus, interact more with their peers and teachers, and build independent problem-solving skills.
Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including:
- Exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
- Cell phone use on buses and field trips.
- Consequences for cell phone policy violations.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call our main office.
Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students
School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff.
The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical.
Learn more about the emergency management system. You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.
Access Schoology to Support Your Child
Schoology is the learning management system used in FCPS. Parents and students can use Schoology to view assignments and messages from teachers. Learn more about how to access and navigate Schoology.
Visit the Schoology Snippets YouTube playlist to watch short tutorials that walk you through how to use Schoology.
Need help logging in or accessing Tech Support? Visit the Schoology for Parents page.
Strategies for Better Sleep
Sleep is essential to good health, and getting enough sleep has big benefits to your physical and mental health and well-being. Sleep is restorative, allowing your body time to recover and repair.
This is true for your child, too. In fact, adequate sleep in children supports healthy brain development, learning, and memory consolidation, as well as their mood. And it is important for a strong immune system and the prevention of infections. Read about how much sleep a person needs and get some sleep strategies you can use with your family.
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Sign up to help make our Family Movie Night a Success
Wednesday, January 28
5-7pm
Woodley Hills Gym
https://evite.me/zy4yDrWDHm
Clinic Needs:
Our clinic needs donations of clean, unused underwear and pants in a range of sizes for students who may have an accident while at school. You can fulfill these donations by visiting and ordering from this Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/TWF1XIPM9O1S?ref_=wl_share - items will ship directly to the school. OR you can purchase items on your own and drop them off in the clinic. Thank you in advance!
Save the date:
January 28, Family Movie Night in the Gym, 5-7pm
February 4, PTA Meeting, 6-7:15pm online via Zoom
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96026656837?pwd=xBC6cNELhzFW76blUgwO61sH8ijnAo.1
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