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Today is our 100th day of school...we have some really old Kindergarten students!
Dear Wakefield Forest Families,
We were grateful to have our students back for a full week! It was a high-energy stretch filled with Valentine's Day treats and 100th Day of School festivities.
Beyond the classroom celebrations, we have some very special staff news to share:
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New Faces: Please join us in welcoming our new Building Supervisor, Bola Shehata, and our new custodian, Hurys Gomez Mendoza. We are thrilled to have them on the team keeping our school running smoothly!
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A Major Achievement: We are incredibly proud of Mary Muratore, ESOL Teacher. She is not only the Wakefield Forest Teacher of the Year but has also been named the Woodson Pyramid Elementary Teacher of the Year! We are so lucky to have her expertise and dedication at our school every day.
Have a great weekend.
Sharyn Prindle
Principal
February 16: NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day holiday
February 17: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day (Lunar New Year)
February 18: Three Hour Early Release - 12:25 pm (Ash Wednesday)
February 19: Warm Up FCPS! Division-wide Spirit Day - tropical theme
February 23: Picture Day - Clubs and Candids only
February 26: Family Culture Night - 6:30 pm
February 27: SCA Spirit Day - Favorite Jersey Day
March 4: Spring Picture Day
March 6: Little Heroes Military Breakfast - 8:00 am
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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Lunar New Year
🐎 새해 복 많이 받으세요! 新年快乐! Chúc mừng Năm Mới! Wishing good fortune to those in our community who celebrate Lunar New Year! For those in many East and Southeast Asian countries, including Pacific Islanders, the Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays of the year and is all about ushering in luck and prosperity with family. #OurFCPS
Ramadan
Ramadan Mubarak to those in our community who observe! In Islam, Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year. During this month Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn to sunset each day while striving to increase their spirituality, through prayers, charity, and good deeds. Muslims believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad. #OurFCPS
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is observed as a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It marks the beginning of Lent, a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving leading up to Easter. Many Christians attend special Ash Wednesday church services, at which churchgoers receive ashes on their foreheads as a sign of penance. #OurFCPS
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 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
This month in Zones of Regulation students have been learning to
identify triggers and sparks. Triggers and sparks are situations that cause us to feel less regulated.
A trigger is an unwelcome event or sensation that causes uncomfortable feelings, such as anger, worry, sadness, or panic. This may cause us to change Zones. Example: Doing chores, doctor appointment
A spark is a welcome event or sensation that causes stronger feelings of joy, such as excitement, elation, or silliness. Even positive events can change our Zones. Example: video games, party
Home Connection: Ask your child about their triggers and sparks.
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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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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.
Countdown to Kindergarten Webinar
Friday, March 27, 10-11:30 a.m.
Is your preschooler heading to kindergarten this fall? Join us for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition!
During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support your child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools.
Register here
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Save the date...our Kindergarten orientation/open house is being held on Friday, April 10th, from 2:00 - 4:00 PM. This is an opportunity where families can learn more about Kindergarten at Wakefield Forest. Families should bring their child as we will conduct some quick assessments during the visit. Please stay tuned for more detailed information.
Please check your child’s Thursday folder for the Q2 Report Card and some other forms for the 2026-27 school year. We’ve included hard copies of the Student Intention Form (all students), the PK Survey (rising Kindergarteners only), and the Rising 7th Grade Immunization Letter (current 6th graders). We appreciate you returning these to the front office in person or by email salbermani@fcps.edu.
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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Please check your email for a link to a survey on suggested changes to FCPS’ SR&R for school year 2026-27. All FCPS parents/caregivers are invited to participate in this voluntary and confidential survey, which is open from now until February 20.
Possibly missed the email? You can also participate in the survey using this link during the week of February 16th: Link to Survey
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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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Tips to Reduce Parent Stress and Anxiety
Tuesday, March 3, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join Rachel Bailey for a workshop on why modern parenting feels so overwhelming— and how to manage it. Learn practical strategies to reduce stress, respond calmly instead of reactively, and parent with more confidence and ease.
Register here
You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Parenting Through “Bumps” with Neurodivergent Kids
Friday, March 6, 10-11:30 a.m.
Parenting a neurodivergent child evolves in stages, often in unexpected ways. This webinar explores how parental roles shift over time and introduces a three-phase framework to help parents navigate change with clarity, curiosity, and intention—building more confident, responsive leadership along the way.
Register here
Why Smart Kids Struggle
Wednesday, March 11, 10-11:30 a.m.
Many students struggle not because of ability, but because of executive function. This session helps parents recognize these challenges and learn simple strategies to reduce overwhelm and help kids get unstuck—without nagging or doing it for them.
Register here
BIS Part 3: How to Develop Emotional Regulation with Your Child
Friday, March 13, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join us to explore how to move beyond stopping challenging behavior and instead focus on teaching the core skills of recognizing, understanding, and responding to emotions in healthy ways. Walk away with tools leading to a calmer family life.
Register here
For families, caregivers and educators of students receiving special education services.
March 4, 2026 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. - Luther Jackson Middle School
Join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school!
It’s never too early or too late to start preparing for your future. We want to help you start planning for a successful transition from school to life as a young adult. Ensuring postsecondary success of our students with disabilities 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.
You will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of representatives from CTS programs and services for students with disabilities, as well as learn about short and long-term postsecondary supports, employment, postsecondary education considerations, Supported Decision Making, and student self-determination as an evidence-based predictor of post school success.
The schedule for the evening is:
6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Exhibitor and Participant Registration
6:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Opening Session (Auditorium)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Resource and Exhibitor Fair (Cafeteria)
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM: Family Panel (Auditorium)
A questions/answer session will follow the family panel.
Click here to register for the event.
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR.
The annual Woodson Mulch Sale has arrived. Freshen up your flower beds and support the Woodson High School Leadership and Sports Leadership Classes at the same time. The Leadership Classes are once again offering high quality shredded hardwood mulch for purchase.
Orders for 3-cubic foot bags of mulch must be received by Thursday, March 5, for pick-up at Woodson or delivery to your home on Sunday, March 15. When placing an order for 10 or more bags, delivery is an option. All mulch will be delivered on Sunday, March 15, beginning at 8:30 AM. The proceeds benefit the Woodson High School Leadership and Sports Leadership Classes and support their activities.
For more details please check out our web link:
Mulch Sale & Order Options
Click on "order options" to get to the order form. This year you can also order and pay on-line at MySchoolBucks, which is also on the order options link.
Need more info? Send an email to DJSchaefer@fcps.edu.
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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.
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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