💡 Ms. Thomas’s scientists are "plugged in" to their latest unit! Our fifth-graders are exploring the world of electrical circuits.

Mark Your Calendar!

Monday, February 16: Holiday - President's Day

Tuesday, February 17: Student Holiday - Teacher Work Day

Thursday, February 19: Division wide spirit day

Wednesday, February 25:  3-Hour Early Release Wednesday, School dismisses at 1pm

Friday, February 27: Black History Month Celebration at 2:00 pm

Monday, March 2 - Friday, March 6: Book Fair

Wednesday, March 4: Book Fair Family Night from 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Wednesday, March 4: Transition Fair for Students in Special Education from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Luther Jackson Middle School

Friday, March 20: Holiday - Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr

Tuesday, March 24: Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing (IRW) SOL 

Wednesday, March 25:  3-Hour Early Release Wednesday, School dismisses at 1pm

Friday, March 27: Kindergarten Orientation at 2:45 pm in the library

Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3: Spring Break

3-Hour Early Release February 25

⚠️ Early Release Wednesday, February 25⚠️

Our next 3 hour early release is Wednesday, February 25. View the 3-hour early release Wednesday dates here. 

• ‼️Look at the dates for the Mount Vernon Pyramid.

Your child will be sent home on Wednesday, February 25, at the same time they were sent home on the last 3-hour early release Wednesday.

🔌Grade 5 students shared their observations with Ms. Thomas after doing the circuit lab.

📝 Spring SOL Testing Information

We are notifying families that students in grades 3–6 will participate in the Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments this spring.

Detailed information regarding which tests are required for each grade level, along with the testing dates, is available on the Woodlawn Website Testing Page. You can also find the SOL Testing Notification and Retake Permission Form linked there and here in English and in Spanish for your convenience.

📅 Upcoming Testing Dates:

• March 24: Grade 5 Integrated Reading & Writing

• May 5: Reading (Grades 3–6)

• May 7: Science (Grade 5)

• May 12: Math (Grades 3–6)

☀️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.

🐾Woodlawn Pause with Ms. Hill

Hello Woodlawn Families!

Enjoy this week’s Woodlawn Pause called VOICE BREATH.

Certain types of sound frequencies can send messages to the nerves in our vocal cords and activate the relaxation response. This signals to our nervous system that we are safe and can bring the brain back into harmony during times of stress.

Using sound after taking a deep breath can amply the peaceful effects we can experience when we need to take a pause.  This is a super good practice to use when we are nervous, like before a test or having to speak in front of others.  It can also be very helpful when we are having a tough time falling asleep or experiencing some physical pain.  

You access the video here.

📰WWES Student News Show

Our sixth-grade news crew continues to put on a great news show every week.  Check out the latest edition here! 

Caleb and Jonathan did an amazing job hosting this week's news show!

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.

📚Book Fair and Book Fair Family Night in March

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Scholastic Book Fair!

Woodlawn will host the Book Fair from Monday, March 2nd to Friday, March 6th. Hosted by our staff, this event is an opportunity for students of all ages to build their home libraries and further their love of reading. As always, all purchases benefit our school.

Book Fair Family Night will be held on Wednesday, March 4^th in the Woodlawn cafeteria from 5:30 pm- 7:30 pm. 

⚡Grade 5 students discussed the difference between electrical conductors and insulators with Ms. Thomas.

🎓 Middle School Transition Fair: Future Planning

Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: Luther Jackson Middle School, 3020 Gallows Road, Falls Church

Register here: bit.ly/2026Fair

Families and caregivers of students receiving special education services are invited to join Career and Transition Services (CTS) for an evening dedicated to planning for life during and after high school.

What to Expect:

• Meet Experts: Ask questions of CTS representatives regarding programs and services for students with disabilities.

• Resource Topics: Learn about employment, postsecondary education, and short- and long-term supports.

• Panel Discussion: Hear firsthand experiences from a student and parent panel followed by a Q&A session.

• Language Support: Support is available for English speakers of other languages.

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.

🧸 Kindergarten Registration and Orientation

⭐Our kindergarten orientation will take place on March 27th at 2:45 PM in the library at Woodlawn Elementary.  Please spread the word with families you know have a child who will be entering Kindergarten in August!

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. 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, Beronica Martinez at 703-619-4800 or  bjmartinez@fcps.edu.

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.

❄️Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter weather. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

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