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 We ❤️ Our School Counselors!
This week was National School Counselors Week. At Willow Springs, we are so fortunate to have TWO incredible school counselors! Every day, Ms. Shelton and Ms. Duruman go above and beyond to support all of our students, staff, and families. They are a bright shining light in our school community!
If you would like to share a note of gratitude with them, we encourage you to email them to let them know how much YOU appreciate them. Email them at
tmshelton@fcps.edu
aduruman@fcps.edu
Meal Kits for Fasting Students
From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
Cards for Kids
February is Random Acts of Kindness Month and our SCA has organized Cards for Kids. All students are invited to make cards for children in hospitals. Completed cards are due by Wednesday, Februrary 11th.
Help Keep Willow Springs
Phone-Free!
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (AirPods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) can not be used during the school day. Phones and personal devices must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell). Smart watches may be used but they should be in school mode and should not be used to text or call while in school. Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool.
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school. Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including consequences for cell phone policy violations and exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at 703-679-6000.
 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.
 🏃🏽♂️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/
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/
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.
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.
 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!
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.
5th Graders will take the IRW SOL Writing test on Wednesday, March 18th.
 Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.
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 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 18: 5th Grade SOL IRW test
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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