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First-grade students get into the Olympic spirit by participating in the 'GBE Games' during physical education class.
Calendar Reminders
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Monday, February 16 - Student Holiday - NO SCHOOL
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Tuesday, February 17 - Student Holiday - NO SCHOOL
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Wednesday, February 25, 1:00 - Early Release Wednesday
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Friday, February 27, 6:00 - GBE STEAM Fest
Presidents Day (Holiday) All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, for the Presidents Day holiday.
Teacher Workday (Lunar New Year, Ramadan Begins at Sundown)Tuesday, February 17, is a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.
GBE STEAM Fest - Friday, February 27
Join us for a night of hands-on discovery and innovation at STEAM Fest 2026. Check out what makes this event so special in last year's highlight video!
When: February 27, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Tickets: $3 in advance or $5 at the door
Dinner: Pre-order Chick-fil-A sandwiches via the ticket link to guarantee your meal!
Tickets are available now on the PTA website.
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💡Spotlight on Specials: Art with Ms. Miller & Ms. Lucynski
Our GBE artists have been busy creating and exploring!
In Ms. Miller’s art room, kindergarteners are learning about architecture by using shapes to design restaurants, adding clever details to show what kind of restaurant they imagined. Next, they will move into expressive lion paintings while practicing how to mix and apply paint. First grade artists explored texture and process by sculpting clay penguins inspired by cold weather. They also created insect printing plates using foam shape stickers, modifying them with scissors before learning the steps of the printmaking process to create their own prints. Next up, first grade will begin dog paintings with colorful backgrounds inspired by Alma Thomas.
Second graders are finishing their “obvious architecture” drawings, designing eye-catching restaurants or stores with very clear functions. To wrap up the project, students participated in a gallery walk using “art money” to spend on their favorite designs, then discussed as a class which buildings earned the most and why. Second grade will be moving into painting next. Third grade artists designed imaginative, themed treehouses, demonstrating great craftsmanship and attention to detail. They will soon begin working on delicious-looking paintings inspired by the work of Wayne Thiebaud.
In Ms. Lucynski’s art room, third grade artists are beginning a professional birds unit, designing and constructing detailed 3D paper sculptures while focusing on form, balance, and craftsmanship. Students are learning how to translate real-world observations into dimensional artwork using paper-building techniques.
Fourth grade artists are starting an architecture-inspired project, designing buildings and storefronts as 3D paper sculptures. They will explore structure, function, and visual interest as they transform flat paper into sturdy, dimensional designs.
Fifth grade artists are beginning fantasy creature sculptures, combining imagination with engineering as they design and build original 3D paper creatures. Students will focus on problem-solving, proportion, and creative details to bring their ideas to life.
Sixth grade artists are starting fantastical monster sculptures, designing bold and imaginative 3D paper forms that emphasize expressive features, movement, and strong construction techniques.
Volunteers Needed in the Cafeteria
We are looking for parent volunteers to help our cafeteria run smoothly! Please consider signing up for a time to support our students and team in the cafeteria. Whether you can help for a single lunch shift or on a recurring basis, your presence makes a huge difference in creating a positive environment for our students. Sign Up Here
All volunteers must be registered in our volunteer system to help regularly at school. For cafeteria support, volunteers may be approved as Level 1 or Level 2. Visit the FCPS Website to register as a Level 1 or 2 volunteer.
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.
Learn About Kindergarten at GBE
Kindergarten enrollment starts NOW!
To enroll your young scholar, please visit the school office between
10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. You may also fill out the intake form to start the enrollment process.
Enrollment forms are available in the front office, and our Registrar, Ms.Nunez, is happy to assist. You may also reach her at anunez@fcps.edu.
Enrollment CLOSES on April 30, 2026.
Our kindergarten open house is being held on Friday, April 10, 2:00-3:30 p.m. to give parents of students entering school in August an opportunity to learn more about kindergarten at our school.
Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day
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.
2026 Franklin Band & Orchestra Camp – Registration Now Open!
Franklin Band and Orchestra Camp is a local summer program designed to develop young musicians of ALL levels and is open to rising 4th through 9th graders. Students participate in band or orchestra ensembles that meet their ability and experience level, aiming to further develop these musicianship skills throughout the camp experience. Each day, students will have the opportunity to grow musically through both large ensemble performance and small group/instrument-specific clinics. One day of camp is roughly equivalent to four weekly elementary band or strings lessons during the schoolyear! Franklin Band & Orchestra Camp is a fantastic summer opportunity for young musicians to accelerate their musical development! I highly recommend signing your child up for this awesome summer opportunity. Click on the link below for details and registration.
Location - Franklin Middle School
Dates - Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 10th
Times – Weekdays 8:30 am - 12:30 pm (No Camp on July 3rd)
Ages
Band: Rising 5th - 9th Grade students
Strings: Rising 4th - 9th Grade students
Pricing
$400 - Early Bird Registration (Jan 30 - March 31)
$425 - Regular Registration (April 1 - May 31)
$475 - Late Registration (June 1 - June 19)
Aftercare - From 12:30 - 3:30pm every day (pending enrollment)
More information, frequently asked questions, and registration available at
https://chantillyband.org/franklin-band-orch-camp
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