Dear Navy Families,
On behalf of the administration, I want to extend a sincere thank you for your incredible support during this busy and unconventional week. We truly appreciate your flexibility and your steadfast commitment to keeping our students safe each day.
We hope you take some time to recharge and have a safe, relaxing weekend!
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At Navy Elementary, our why is rooted in relationships. The connections built between educators, students, and families often extend far beyond the classroom and leave a lasting impact.
Recently, Navy’s very own Chrissy McLaughlin, School-Based Technology Specialist, reconnected with Malik Watkins, a former fifth-grade student, after 17 years. Malik shared that Mrs. McLaughlin played a meaningful role in inspiring his path to working with children. Their reunion is a powerful reminder that the influence of caring educators can shape lives for years to come.
Thank you to FCPS for capturing and sharing this special story. Watch this video to see what advice Chrissy had for Malik as he began his career as an FCPS counselor. Or you canread this feature from the Office of Communications.
Navy Elementary is proud to celebrate National School Counseling Week and recognize Ms. Giardina and Mrs. Fajardo, our dedicated school counselors.
They play an essential role in supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic growth while working closely with families and staff. Their kindness, guidance, and commitment help our Dolphins thrive each day.
We are thankful for the positive impact they have on our school community.
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During the month of February, the counselors will be teaching lessons on Kindness and Caring, and how to have positive relationships. In addition, the counselors will be Kicking off a Kindness Week from Feb. 9th-13th where students can participate in a fun spirit week, and also partake in various kindness challenges. Some of these challenges will include writing a kind note to others, filling out a kindness bingo/scavenger hunt, and also writing on a heart what kindness act they have done. Students will get a chance to win a fun prize through a random drawing.
__________________ Kindness Spirit Week __________________
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Monday: Manners Monday: Practice good matters. Wear purple or white
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Tuesday: Thankful Tuesday: Show gratitude - Write a thank you note or draw a picture for someone. Wear green.
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Wednesday: Well Behaved Wednesday: Focus on behavior - Be respectful, be aa good listener in class, and be cooperative with others . Wear yellow or orange.
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Thursday: Thoughtful Thursday: Give compliments - Be helpful or give someon a compliment. Wear Blue
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Friday: Friendship Friday: Connect with others - Reach out to an old friend, say "hi" to someone new, or invite someone new to play. Wear red or pink
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Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (AirPods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell). 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 703-262-7100.
📝 Student Experience Survey (Grades 3–6)
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Students (unless opted out) will receive the survey link in their FCPS email on February 23
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Survey will be completed during the school day, with the option to finish at home if needed
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Family opt-out information was shared by FCPS on January 12
📘 Yearbooks on Sale
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Early bird price: $15 through March 1, 2026
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Price increases to $25 after March 1
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Order online only at barksdalephoto.com
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Access Code: 0037913YB
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Orders due by April 1, 2026
🎒 Kindergarten Registration Is Open
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Families can register online now through our website
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Create a ParentVUE account to begin
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Kindergarten Orientation: April 10th from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
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Questions? Contact the school office at 703-262-7101
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.
❤️February
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Feb 9-13 | Kindness Week: See details
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Feb 13 | Principal's Coffee : 9:30-10:30 SACC Room Internet Safety/FCPS PD Presentation
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Feb 16 | President's Day - No School
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Feb 17 | Teacher Workday - No School
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Feb 19 | Club Pictures
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Feb 23 | Student Experience Survey Grades 3-6
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Feb 25 | 3 Hour Early Release
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Feb 26 | Principal's Advisory Committee 6:00-6:30 p.m.
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Feb 26 | Scrips Spelling Bee - Cafe 4:00-7:00
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Feb 27 | SCA Spirit Day: Red and Pink Day
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