â Anchors Aweigh for an Incredible Week!
It has been an absolutely stellar week for our school community! From the streets of D.C. to the high-stakes stage of the spelling bee, our students are shining brighter than ever. Here is a quick look at what weâve been up to:
đľď¸ââď¸ Mission Accomplished: 4th Grade Takes on the Spy Museum!
Our 4th graders officially went "undercover" this week for a field trip to the International Spy Museum. It was a fantastic day of code-breaking, logic puzzles, and learning about the history of intelligence. Our young recruits represented the Navy community with curiosity and sharp mindsâmission definitely accomplished!
đ¤ Strengthening Our Sails: Principalâs Advisory Committee
A huge thank you to the parents who joined us for our latest Principalâs Advisory Committee meeting. Your voices are the wind in our sails! We had some truly wonderful discussions regarding our current programs and future practices. We thrive when we have your input, and we are so grateful for a community that is so deeply invested in our students' success.
đ The Buzz on Campus: Our Spelling Bee Champions!
The energy in the room was electric during our annual Spelling Bee! We are so proud of every student who stepped up to the microphone. It takes a massive amount of courage and hard work to master those tricky words, and the sportsmanship displayed by all our contestants was the real highlight of the day. Congratulations to our winners and to everyone who participated!
Thank you for making this community such a vibrant, supportive place for our kids to grow and learn. We couldn't do it without you!
Sincerely
Jason, Kim, and Sarah
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Help us keep it DOWN! Our Chronic Absenteeism rate is 8.2%, this time last year it was 9.1%
We will be sharing the Student Intention Form for the upcoming school year to help us plan staffing and classroom placements. A digital copy is available to families, and a hard copy will also be included in this weekâs Friday folders.
Please complete and return the form at your earliest convenience.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 703-262-7101 or ymavilaarias@fcps.edu.
Thank you for your support and partnership!
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Our next next 3 hour early release is Wednesday, March 25.
We kindly ask families to arrange any transportation changes ahead of the early release day whenever possible. For example, if multiple students will be picked up together in Kiss and Ride, written permission from each family is required. When these arrangements are made on the day of early dismissal, it creates significant pressure for our wonderful front office staff as they work to ensure every student gets home safely. Planning ahead helps our dismissal process run smoothly and keeps students safe.
- A reminder that we will dismiss based on your dismissal plan you shared for the school year.
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You can check in our Early Release Checker: https://bit.ly/NavyERChecker
- If changes to the dismissal plan need to be made, please call the office (703) 262-7100. Changes cannot be made past 3/23 without admin approval.Â
Thank you for your partnership in planning and safely dismissing all of our students!
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Updates:
- Due by Thursday, March 19
- Students must work individually, not in pairs.Â
Calling all student artists! This yearâs theme is âMaking Kindness Happen.â One winner from Grades Kâ2 will be featured on the back cover, and one winner from Grades 3â6 will be featured on the front cover of the 2025â2026 yearbook. Both winners will receive a FREE yearbook!
Artwork must include âNavy Elementaryâ and â2025â2026,â be original, in color, vertical on white 8 ½ x 11 paper, and outlined in black. Entries are due to the front office by Thursday, March 19 with the submission form attached.
We canât wait to see our studentsâ creativity shine! â¨
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Navy Elementary is exploring the possibility of hosting a blood drive in April in honor of the Month of the Military Child. To secure the bloodmobile, we need at least 35 donors to commit to donating. Please take a moment to complete the anonymous survey so we can determine if there is enough interest to move forward with scheduling this event. Thank you for your support!
https://forms.gle/1Jh51qQSQALaiDid7
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 Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is the foundation of how our students understand their emotions, build strong relationships, and make responsible choices. Next week, we invite you practice and discuss these skills at home with daily conversations and activities.
MONDAY: SELF-AWARENESS-Â Encourage Self-Awareness at home by having a conversation with your student about their strengths. Consider sharing some of current strengths and some from when you were a student!
TUESDAY: SELF-MANAGEMENT- Encourage Self-Management at home by talking about a goal you set for yourself and how you achieved it.
Model self-management through your words. EX. âI am feeling a little frustrated so I am going to stop and take a few deep breaths.â
WEDNESDAY: SOCIAL AWARENESS- Encourage Social Awareness at home by talking about empathy. With your child, share a time that someone considered your thoughts and feelings or how you showed empathy for someone.
THURSDAY: RELATIONSHIP SKILLS- Show your student positive Relationship Skills at home by helping someone in need, checking in with someone to let them know you care, or talking about you handled a conflict or disagreement.
FRIDAY: DECISION MAKING- Encourage Decision Making at home by talking about ways you have solved a problem. Have your student share a problem they are dealing with and help them think about next steps.
Our SOL testing season is approaching, and we want to help families plan ahead. Please take note of the following SOL dates and help your child be prepared by arriving on time and avoiding appointments or vacations on these days.Thank you for supporting your child during testing season.Â
Monday, March 23 | 5th Grade IRW
Wednesday, May 6 | 5th & 6th Grade Reading
Thursday, May 7 | 3rd & 4th Grade Reading
Tuesday, May 12 | 5th Grade Science
Thursday, May 14 | 3rd & 4th Grade Math
Tuesday, May 19 | 5th & 6th Grade Math
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As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Dr. Reidâs Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on:Â
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Tuesday, March 3, at Waples Mill Elementary School.
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendentâs engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
Multiple studies show that school breakfasts are important in supporting overall student health by improving studentsâ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school breakfast consume more fruit and fiber than their peers.Â
This National School Breakfast Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.Â
Would you like to know whatâs for breakfast? Nutrition Services has printable menus available.
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March 2-6 | SEL Week for Families
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March 3Â | Author Visit for Kindergarten and 1st Grade - During School
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March 6 | Jersey Day
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March 13 | Principal's Coffee & STEAM Fair
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March 20Â | Eid - No School
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March 23 | 5th Grade IRW Assessment
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March 25Â | 3 hour Early Release
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March 26 | Literacy Night (Wear Pajamas)
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March 27 | End of 3rd Quarter & 2 Hour Early Release
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March 30 - Apr 3 | Spring Break
THANK YOU STARBUCKS!
This video features some of our wonderful staff members expressing their gratitude to Starbucks. Members of Team Navy won a raffle and were gifted a variety of reusable tumblers from a very generous donation from Starbucks on Sudley Manor in Manassas
Check it out and make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
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