February 18, 2026 | Issue 23
Important Upcoming Dates
February 18: Limited Early Release Wednesday, Dismissal at 1:05 PM
February 19: PTA Meeting [new date] - 5:30 PM in the library
February 25 to March 4: Book Fair, more details to come!
February 26: Family Engagement Night, 6 to 7:30 PM
PTA Directory
First, I want to apologize for the delay in this year’s PTA directory. The good news? The delay is for an exciting reason! We are transitioning to a new online directory through RunPTO, which is more secure and packed with useful features.
No more sharing a single username and password! Our new directory allows you to search, sort, and filter information easily. You’ll also have more control over your own information, with the ability to update it whenever needed. The directory is browser- and mobile-friendly, and can be viewed or exported in PDF, Word, or Excel formats.
Each PTA member will receive access to the online directory as part of their membership. The Mantua PTA Student Directory includes student names, teachers, parent names, and email addresses of Mantua ES families, along with some important school information. The information provided to the school at the time of your child’s registration will be used to create the directory.
Most families choose to include their information, as the directory is a valuable resource for parents, students, and faculty throughout the school year. However, if you prefer to opt out, please complete this form by Friday, February 20th: https://www.memberplanet.com/s/mantuaelementaryschoolpta/directoryoptout2025-26
Thank you for your support and patience as we make this transition. We’re excited for the added convenience and security the new directory will provide!
Email directory@mantuapta.org if you have any concerns or questions.
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Spring Enrichment Registration Opens This Week
Mantua PTA has paired with Baroody Camps to bring you another exciting selection of classes! Classes will run March 9th through May 14th. Spring registration begins at 10 AM February 19th and ends Sunday March 1st at 11:59 PM.
See the flyer below for the schedule and a link to class descriptions https://bc-ffx-mantua.jumbula.com/
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Mantua PTA Reflections Contest: FCCPTA Results
Please join us in congratulating the Mantua PTA Reflections Contest artists who placed at the Fairfax County Council PTA Level:
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Sian Lee, 2nd grade, Visual Arts – Award of Merit (Bronze)
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Priscilla Wang, 5th grade, Dance Choreography – Award of Merit (Bronze)
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Simran Shah, 6th grade, Literature, Award of Excellence (Silver)
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Ela Patel, 6th grade, Photography, Outstanding Interpretation (Gold)
Ela Patel received an Outstanding Interpretation Award for her photography submission and she will be advancing to the Virginia PTA Level together with other awardees across Fairfax County. Congratulations to all of the awardees! We are so proud of your achievements!
Fairfax Little League Softball Registration
Fairfax Little League Softball registration is open! Registration closes 2/22/26.
Find more information and register at https://www.fairfaxll.org/
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🔬 Science Fair Judges Needed 🧪
With over 40 amazing projects, the Science Fair is in need of lots of judges! The event takes place on Friday, March 13. No experience or scientific background is necessary. Please give an hour of your time to these brave and hardworking scientists and engineers.
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLWHA54wD1lvRNNuGs9hRTKrAOYPDccozjdVPs5kpQ1Tpakw/viewform
Mantua Book Fair
Go for the gold and be a reading champion! Mantua Elementary’s book fair will run from 2/25/26 to 3/4/26. Open during Family Engagement Night 2/26 5:30 – 7:30 PM and also on Saturday 2/28 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (coffee and donut truck on site!).
We need book fair volunteers, so please use the Sign Up Genius and pick a time that works for you: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4FA9AE2DA2F94-48268741-2024#/
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Read-a-Thon
The fifth annual Read-a-Thon is approaching! It will be for two weeks: Monday, February 23rd through Friday, March 6th.
Our theme this year is "Be a Gold Medal Reader." All Mantua students are eligible to participate, and we have exciting prizes planned for this year.
Please pay attention to emails and Tuesday folder announcements for important Read-a-Thon information.
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Woodson Mulch Sale
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 or for an order form, visit https://sites.google.com/view/cgwoodsonmulchsale/home?authuser=0.
This year you can also order and pay online at MySchoolBucks.
Need more info? Email DJSchaefer@fcps.edu.
Yearbook Orders
Mantua yearbooks for the 25-26 school year are now available to order. All orders are done online and cost $20.
https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/mantua-elementary-school/2025-2026-yearbook-210/access?clearSessionAuthentication=1
The final day to order is April 10th. Please direct all questions to Kate Easton at kjeaston@fcps.edu
Join the PTA
Help support our students and teachers.
YEARLY DUES are only $20 per family.
Please visit MantuaPTA.com to sign up.
Dues are $20 per family and get you discounts on PTA-sponsored clubs. Our dues fully support our free programs so that every penny of our fundraisers goes right back into the classrooms.
Follow us on Facebook to get the inside scoop on all our events and programs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MantuaPTA/
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How to Submit an Announcement to the PTA News
Please complete this form to have a Mantua ES- or Mantua PTA-related announcement placed in the weekly Mantua PTA News, on our Facebook page, and/or on MantuaPTA.org.
The form guides you through all the pieces of information we need to put out complete announcements.
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