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Important Dates

  • February 16-President's Day Holiday
  • February 17-Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)
  • February 19- Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day

  • February 20-FCPS Bus Driver Day-Wear Yellow!
  • February 25-Wednesday Three Hour Early Release, Students dismiss at 12:55pm
  • February 27-Fairview's Annual Heritage Night and Student Art Show

A Message from Principal Goldstein


Sam Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

Today we reached an exciting milestone — the 100th day of school! Our students and staff had so much fun celebrating this special moment in the school year.

Across the building, classrooms marked the day in creative and joyful ways. Reaching the 100th day is always a wonderful opportunity to celebrate perseverance, learning, and community. I am so proud of our students and grateful to our teachers for creating meaningful and memorable experiences.

As a reminder, Monday is a holiday and schools will be closed. Tuesday is a Teacher Workday, and there will be no school for students. We look forward to welcoming students back on Wednesday, February 18.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Enjoy the long weekend with your families!

Warmly,

Samantha Goldstein

Principal


100th Day of School at Fairview!

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Fairview News


Fairview Recess!

sixth graders on the blacktop

A huge shout-out and thank you to Jim Ferugio and the Ferugio family for their incredible hard work at Fairview Elementary!

With the recent break in the weather, our students have been itching to get some fresh air. Thanks to the Ferugios volunteering their time and equipment to clear off the blacktop, our kids are finally back outside, moving, and enjoying the sunshine.

We are so lucky to have such dedicated families who step up to make our school a better place. Your efforts have brought a lot of smiles to the playground this week!


President's Day

Presidents Day (Holiday)

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, for the Presidents Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.


Lunar New Year Ramadan

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.


Upcoming Student Experience Survey at Fairview

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 on February 26, 2026. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You received 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. The last day for parents to opt-out of the survey is Friday, February 13, 2026.

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.


Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Three Hour Early Release

Hello Fairview Families! In order to ensure your child is dismissed accurately on the Early Release Wednesday, February 25, 2026, please make sure to update Pickup Patrol for your child's dismissal plan for February 25th.

  • If you are requesting that your child stay until 3:55pm, you will need to select the: "Stay Early Release Wednesday 2/25/26 until 3:55" option in plan changes for February 25.
  • If you want your child to dismiss at 12:55pm, you may leave your child's default plan as is, or make a plan change and put "dismiss at 12:55pm" in the notes.

Please contact FairviewESCommunications@fcps.edu, for any questions.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!


FAIRVIEW’S ANNUAL HERITAGE NIGHT & STUDENT ART SHOW

FAIRVIEW’S ANNUAL HERITAGE NIGHT & STUDENT ART SHOW

FAIRVIEW’S ANNUAL HERITAGE NIGHT & STUDENT ART SHOW

When: Friday, February 27ᵗʰ, 2026
When: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Cafeteria & the Gym
Art Show upstairs in the POD and outside your student’s classroom

Important Details

Mark your calendars for Fairview’s Annual Heritage Night & Art Show!

Wander upstairs to view your student’s amazing artwork and feel free to take an Art Book!

We are in planning mode now! Please consider signing up for:

  • A Heritage table:
    Represent your Heritage with a table showcasing your culture, cuisine, or fun facts!

  • A demonstration or presentation:
    Make sure to let us know what type of demonstration, as slots are limited
    Let us know what country or location

What can you help with?

  • Helping with the setup and/or clean-up of the event

  • Help with planning the event

  • Help during the event

  • Help with tours to the Art Show

Sign up Below!
Link to the Volunteer and Sign-up sheet: 2026 Heritage Night & Art Show


📖 Order your 2025-2026 School Yearbook!

Fairview Elementary School

2025-2026 Yearbook

$16.00 until 4/10/2026

Order online at: www.Strawbridge.net

Online Code: YB32890

To order online, go to www.strawbridge.net and follow these four easy steps:

1. Click Order Pictures and Yearbooks. Enter your Online Code.

2. Enter your name and email, then click Access Yearbook.

3. Enter your student's information, then click Submit Details.

4. Select your product and quantity. Click View Cart to proceed to checkout.


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Do You Have a Rising Kindergartner For 2026-2027?

 

Please let us know if you have a rising Kindergarten student – a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2026.  A Survey of Preschool Children (green form) was sent home in Wednesday Folders on 1/21/26 to collect this information.  Please complete it if it applies to you and return it to the office or your child’s teacher.  If you have a neighbor or friend for whom this applies within our Fairview boundaries, please share this information with them or ask them to call Fairview at 703-503-3700.

Registration forms and information about Kindergarten Orientation will be provided to those who complete the survey or contact the school.

Your assistance with identifying our incoming Kindergarten class is greatly appreciated!


Fairview PTA


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🍩 Doughnuts for a cause!! 🍩

Fairview Elementary School PTA is giving you the best reason to indulge in a dozen (or two) Krispy Kreme doughnuts! This fundraiser is nationwide with over 370 stores participating, so share the link with friends and family in other states.

Until March 4, 2026$7.50 from every dozen sold will be donated back to Fairview Elementary School PTA when you purchase through our fundraising sales page. Simply buy a glazed dozen (or more!) through our online store, visit any participating Krispy Kreme location, and redeem using the code emailed to you.

Treat yourself or gift some doughnuts to friends and family anywhere in the country! 🍩 Order your doughnuts here!


FCPS News


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.

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.

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:

  • Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day. 
  • Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
  • 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. 

Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence

Families and community members are invited to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the voices shaping our future at FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration. Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School

The event will honor the rich history, strength, and contributions of the Black community through inspiring student performances and a powerful keynote address by Rev. Vernon C. Walton, pastor of First Baptist Church of Vienna. Light refreshments will be available. 

Survey on Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Now Open for All Families and Middle and High School Students

On Monday, all FCPS parents/caregivers and middle and high school students received an email to participate in a voluntary and confidential survey. (Please check your spam folder if you have not received it.)

Questions refer to proposed changes to FCPS’ SR&R document for next year. This document outlines the rules that students are expected to follow, and guidelines for consequences if those expectations are not met. Possible changes include:

  • Universal Discipline: Charts will list consequences and supports for students. They will help ensure that two students of the same grade will be treated fairly and receive the same level of support.
  • Standards for In-School Suspensions of Students with Disabilities: Creating standards for how in-school suspensions are handled for students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan.
  • Accommodations for Multilingual Learner Student Statements: Providing translation accommodations when Multilingual Learner students provide statements about disciplinary incidents.

The survey will be open until Friday, February 20. Survey materials are available online.

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students

Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. 

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps

Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

Planning for Life in and After High School for Students with IEPs

Families, caregivers, and educators of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services are invited to join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school. 

The transition fair will take place on Wednesday, March 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Luther Jackson Middle School. 

Ensuring the success of our students with disabilities after high school is dependent on what is known as transition planning. Please join CTS and other support service personnel for an evening focused on planning for the future.

An exhibitor fair will include teachers and representatives from CTS high school courses, career academies, age 18-22 programs, and transition services for students with disabilities. This event also includes a presentation with a brief overview of transition services and a student/parent panel sharing firsthand experiences. Register in advance


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