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The WFES Spelling Bee had 45 great spellers showing us their incredible spelling talent over 13 rounds! Our winner was Max; runner up was a "spell-off" between Tiffany (left) and Liya (center), with Tiffany earning 2nd place. Everyone did such a great job! Thanks to Ms. Rapuano for organizing this event every year for our students.
Dear Wakefield Forest Families,
First and foremost, thank you. I want to express my sincere gratitude for your patience and flexibility over the past week. Dealing with unexpected snow days and delayed starts is never easy, and I know how much it disrupts your family's rhythm. Your support while we navigated the elements truly highlights the strength of our school community. Our custodian, facilities and transportation teams worked very hard to get schools ready for students.
Behind the scenes, our staff have been working diligently to transition students back into their routines. We are currently in the process of rescheduling missed meetings; if you had an appointment impacted by the weather, please look for a follow-up email to reschedule.
Highlights from the Week
Despite the frosty start, it has been a vibrant week inside our halls:
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New Electives: Our 5th and 6th graders kicked off their new elective rotations! From cooking to drama, the energy in on Friday afternoons has been electric as students dive into these new areas of interest.
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PTA Spelling Bee: A huge "B-R-A-V-O" to all our participants! The Spelling Bee was a resounding success. It was wonderful to see our students showcase their hard work and poise under pressure. A special thanks to our PTA volunteers for organizing such a seamless and exciting event.
Looking Ahead
As we settle back into learning, we are focused on keeping the momentum going for the second half of the year.
Warmly,
Sharyn Prindle
Principal
 Hats off to our custodians who worked all week to make our grounds safe for our return.
February 11: Green Team Meeting (3:30 pm)
February 16: NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day holiday
February 17: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day
February 18: Three hour early release
February 19: Warm Up FCPS - Division-wide Spirit Day - tropical theme
February 23: Clubs and Candids Picture Day
February 26: Family Culture Night
February 27: SCA Spirit Day - Favorite Jersey Day
SAVE THE DATE!
We are excited to host our fourth annual Family Culture Night on Thursday, February 26th from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. A flyer went home prior to the snowstorm with information about participating, bringing a dish of food, performing and also to RSVP. All are welcome! We hope you all can join us for this amazing cultural experience!
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From February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Important Meal Kit Information:
- Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
- Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
- Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
- Kits are distributed at the end of the school day. Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.
Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:
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February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
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February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
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February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
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March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026
Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.
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Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.
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Regular attendance at school is essential for building skills that help with students' success throughout their education and beyond. Some of the ways parents can help their children create healthy routines and a habit of getting to school on time every day include:
- Set a regular bedtime and morning routine. (Need help? Download this checklist in English or Spanish.)
- Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
- If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make them feel comfortable and excited about learning.
- Develop back-up plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another parent.
- When possible, avoid medical appointments or extended trips when school is in session.
Visit our website for more attendance resources. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
Missing a coat? Brrrr...it's REALLY COLD outside and the lost and found is still full of many warm coats, jackets, sweatshirts and more. Due to the snow storm and days out of school, perhaps you realized your child was missing a coat? We will keep the lost and found accessible this week, and donate it on February 13th.
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All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap),Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
Questions? Contact WFES Registrar, Soudad Albermani at salbermani@fcps.edu
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- 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 each school may host. Read more about the registration process. For more information, contact our student information assistant/registrar, Soudad Albermani, at salbermani@fcps.edu.
💻 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.
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Save the date...our Kindergarten orientation/open house is being held on Friday, April 10th, to give parents of students entering school in August an opportunity to learn more about kindergarten at our school.
We recognize that parents are their children’s first teachers. Resources on the School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten webpage provide parents with ways to support their children to help ensure a smooth transition to kindergarten.
Our school will 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.
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.
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Don't wait! Order your child's 2025-56 yearbook today. Cost is $14.00.
Order online at: www.strawbridge.net
Online code: YB33499
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Attendance: 703-503-2323 or WakefieldForestES.attendance@fcps.edu
Health Room: 703-503-2310
Family Information Phone Lines/Support for families who do not speak English as their first language: Family Information Phone Lines
Technology Support: Resources for Families Using FCPS Technology
Principal: Sharyn Prindle sbprindle@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Amy Williams alwilliams1@fcps.edu
WFES PTA: HOME
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