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We Were Glowing!
Our Glow Party last Friday night was a HUGE success. Students and families had so much fun dancing and having fun with friends. Thank you PTA for planning and organizing such a special FREE event for our entire school!
Stock the Lounge
It’s time to show our Willow Springs staff some love! We’re restocking the staff lounges with treats and snacks, and we’d love your help to make it a success.
After our incredible turnout this fall, we can’t wait to see the lounges full again.
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Donate Snacks: Sign up here!
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Help in Person: We also have a few spots for volunteers to help us stock the shelves.
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Deadline: Please send items in by Thursday, February 5.
Thank you for being such a supportive community and helping us treat our amazing teachers!
 It's Kindergarten Registration Time!
Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives.
Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school.
If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible.
FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage.
Upcoming Student Experience Survey at Willow Springs
Our school will soon participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.
All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23 and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link.
We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.
WSES Chess Club Registration
Willow Springs has a chess club for everyone in grades 2 - 6 interested in learning and playing chess. Registration is now open for the spring semester at: https://chessctr.org/willowsprings/
Registration will be open until the third club meeting (which occurs on February 19th) at which point registration will close. We also offer withdrawal and full-refunds for new spring semester students up to that point as well -- thereafter, refunds are pro-rated and less transaction fees.
The spring semester runs from February 5 through May 28.
All levels welcome! Beginners and advanced players!
Chess Club meets every Thursday after school in the cafeteria (Chess club will not be held on any days the school is closed or there is early release).
$130/student/semester (includes one club T-shirt per year and snacks
For more information, contact the Willow Springs PTA or email the U.S. Chess Center at admin@chessctr.org
Register by Feb. 19th at https://chessctr.org/willowsprings/
Tech Adventure Summer Camp
Registration is open from February 2 to June 5, 2026. Register online through the Tech Adventure Camp website - bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
There are a limited number of seats for this camp. To guarantee a spot, register early! Check out this flier for more information.
CTE Summer Academy
This enrichment program allows students to dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, developnew or existing skills, and begin career exploration.
Registration is open from February 2 to June 5, 2026. Register online through the CTE Summer Academy website - bit.ly/FCPS_CSA. There are a limited number of seats for this camp. To guarantee a spot, register early! Check out this flier for more information.
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.
 🏃🏽♂️Run Fit Kidz🏃🏽♀️
The Willow Springs PTA is proud to offer RunFit Kidz this spring. RFK is unlike any other running program as the professional coaches understand the unique needs of young runners. RFK believes an early foundation of fitness will lead to a lifetime of healthy habits.
Registration opens on Monday, February 16 at 8 AM! This club is for students in grades 1-6. Registration fee is $129 per participant.
Classes will be held before or after school on Wednesdays beginning in March.
For more information, see the attached flier or visit
http://www.prtrainingprograms.com/runfit-kidz/
Special Education Family Conference
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families & Schools, will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Marshall High School. Families will have the opportunity to hear a keynote address from internationally renowned educator and advocate, Dr. Shelley Moore, connect to resources, and participate in afternoon sessions.
 We are thrilled to announce the return of our Willow World Festival!
Before 2020, this was an amazing community event that celebrated the rich cultural diversity of our school! Right now, we want you to save the date, and we will be sending more information very soon. We are trying to get a committee together to help bring Sra. Keener and Mrs. Wood's vision for this event to life!
If you would like join the planning committee, please email both staff members: Sarah Wood at slwood@fcps.edu and Gabi Keener at gkeener@fcps.edu. Thank you so much!
More News and Updates on-the-Go with the FCPS App
Gone are the days of digging through emails or hunting for bookmarks. The FCPS app provides a custom experience that is both powerful and easy to use. Here’s how it makes life easier:
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Customized for Your Family: Do you have students at two (or more!) schools? You can "follow" multiple schools to get a feed of news, notices, and events.
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No Sign-In Required: Access essential content like district-wide announcements, live updates, and school calendars instantly. There’s no password to remember, and no login is required.
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Real-Time Notifications: Get push notifications for urgent updates including weather announcements.
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Everything in One Place: From bell schedules and staff directories to athletic event locations and school menus, the app is a central hub for all things FCPS.
To ensure every family stays informed, the app supports automatic translation for more than 100 languages. Learn more about the app or download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Spring 2026 SOL Testing Calendar
Students in grades 3, 4, 5, ad 6 will take the Standards of Learning Tests in May. You can see Willow Springs' SOL Testing Calendar HERE.
February is Black History Month, Love the Bus Month, and Career and Technical Education Month
February is Love the Bus Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the transportation professionals who safely support students every day across Fairfax County Public Schools. This includes our drivers, attendants, floaters, trainers, supervisors, mechanics, dispatchers, and support staff.
February 2 - 6: National School Counseling Week
February 20: Love the Bus Day: Wear yellow to show appreciation for our bus drivers and transportation staff
February 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1 PM Dismissal
March 13: WSES Spirit Night, Fairfax HS
March 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1 PM Dismissal
March 30 - April 3: Spring Break
April 15: Purple Up! Day: Wear purple in support of military connected youth
April 6: School Planning Day, No School for Students
April 17: Willow World Festival, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
April 29: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, Dismissal at 1:00 PM
May 4-29: SOL Testing in grades 3, 4, 5, & 6
May 20: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1:00 PM Dismissal
May 25: Memorial Day Holiday, All Schools Closed
May 26: Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
May 27: Eid Holiday, All Schools Closed
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