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Stay in the know! Get those important FCPS alerts about winter weather and school closures by downloading the new FCPS mobile app. No account or sign-in required. Just download and go!

Plus, everything is in one place:

- Get FCPS news

- Check calendars for events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals

- See what’s for lunch and breakfast

- Quickly call or email school staff

- Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and our school website

Download by searching “FCPS” in the App Store or Google Play. Find out more at https://www.fcps.edu/app

Kindergarten Registration:

It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation or any other introductory events our school may host. Read more about the registration process. For more information, please call our registrar, Mike Santoro, at 703-937-6103. 

Try Online Registration Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account. 

🧩 PTA Puzzle Night is Coming! 🧩

Get ready for an evening of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition! Join us for PTA Puzzle Night on Tuesday, February 3, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the OES Cafeteria.

Bring an unopened 250 to 300 piece puzzle, and be prepared for a twist—your puzzle will be traded with another team! Families will work together in teams of parents and kids to race against the clock and each other to see who can complete their puzzle first.

It’s a great way to connect, laugh, and challenge your problem-solving skills. Don’t miss this puzzle-packed night of family fun—we can’t wait to see who puts the pieces together first! 🏆🧩

Girls on the Run at Oakton Elementary

Girls on the Run is a confidence-building program for girls in grades 3–6 that combines physical activity with lessons on positive thinking, healthy relationships, and self-confidence.

Sponsored by the Oakton Elementary School PTA, the Spring 2026 season runs March 2–May 17, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.

Girls will train together and finish the season with a celebratory non-competitive 5K.

Registration is open February 2–23 at www.gotrnova.org.

Registration fee is $210. Adjusted fees are available on a sliding scale and financial assistance is available.

OES PTA Silent Auction – Donations Needed! 

The OES PTA Silent Auction is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and it directly supports programs and enrichment for our students, teachers, and school. We’re officially in donation mode, and we’d love your help making this year’s auction amazing!

Do you have something fun, unique, or creative to share? Donations of all kinds are welcome, including:

• Homemade treats like sourdough, cookies, or specialty desserts 🍪
• Photography mini sessions 📸
• Lessons or experiences (art, knitting, fitness, music, and more!)
• Professional services such as legal or estate planning consultations
• Sports, theater, or concert tickets 🎭⚽
• Vacation homes or weekend getaways 🌴
• Gift cards or experiences from businesses our families love

If you have something to donate—or know someone who does—we’d love to hear from you!

Silent Auction Dates: April 20–26
Contact: Email Becky Radich at Becky.Radich@gmail.com with questions, donations, or to volunteer.

Together, we can make this auction a big win for OES! 💙

♟️ Checkmate Your Afternoons with Oakton Chess Club! 

Calling all thinkers, planners, and problem-solvers! Oakton Chess Club is back this spring, and all students in grades 2–6 are invited to join—beginners and advanced players welcome!

🗓 Tuesdays, 4:00 to 5:30 PM
📍 OES Cafeteria
📆 Spring Session: Feb. 3 to June 2

Students are grouped by ability, not age, so everyone learns at the right level. Beginners will master the rules, while experienced players sharpen strategy and tactics. Along the way, students build critical thinking, discipline, responsibility, and sportsmanship—learning how to win graciously, learn from setbacks, and turn challenges into opportunities.

The cost is $140 per student for the semester, which includes snacks and one club T-shirt per year. Membership also offers the opportunity to participate in the Elementary Team League.

Chess Club is offered through our partnership with the nonprofit U.S. Chess Center and sponsored by the OES PTA.

📝 Register at: https://chessctr.org/oakton/
📧 Questions? Contact vp.programs@oaktonpta.net or admin@chessctr.org

Make your move—join Oakton Chess Club this spring! ♟️

Dining For Dollars: February 10

Mark your calendars for a delicious way to support our school! Oakton Elementary is hosting a Dining For Dollars event at the Chick-fil-A in Vienna on Maple.

A portion of the night's sales will be donated directly to our PTA to support our school community. Here are the details:

Date: February 10th, 2026

Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Location: Chick-fil-A Vienna on Maple

Contribution: 15% of the evening's sales will be donated to the PTA

If you are placing a mobile order, please use the code EDUCATION (case sensitive) at checkout. This ensures your order is counted toward our Spirit Night. We look forward to seeing our families there for food and fun!