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Silver Diner Night was a huge success! We're so grateful for the many families and Principal Prindle for supporting this event.
March 10: Picture Day - clubs/candids
March 12: G4 Virginia History Day Performance 11:00 am - Parents Only
March 16: Green Team Spring Clean-up - 3:45 pm
March 18: Three Hour Early Release; PTA Board Meeting - 7:00 pm
March 20: Eid Holiday - No School
March 26: STEAM Fair
3/30-4/6: SPRING BREAK
April 7: First Day Back to School
April 10: Rising Kindergarten Open House/Orientation - 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Monday, March 16th 3:45-5:00
We will be doing a WFES spring clean-up in the small courtyard, monarch waystation, and planters in the front. We need many hands to trim, rake, weed and plant in our outdoor learning spaces to prepare for the spring. Come for all or part of the time! Meet in the large courtyard. Please bring water, gloves, shovels, and rakes. Contact Mary Muratore- mpmuratore@fcps.edu with questions. Parents, please attend with your child.
FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Monday, March 9, to Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment.
- Communication.
- Student success.
- Advocacy.
- Family and school partnerships.
- Community partnerships.
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers will receive a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9. A survey link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available at each school. Please stay tuned for more information.
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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How to Develop Organizational Skills with Your Child
Friday, April 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a presentation dedicated to building organizational skills. Learn practical tips for setting up effective systems to keep your child on track. Transform frustration into focus and equip your child with the skills they need to be successful and stress-free!
Register here
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.
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Save the date...our Kindergarten orientation is being held on Friday, April 10th, from 1:30 - 3:30 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.
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Dr. Reid’s 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:
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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 superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
The National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Awareness Week is March 8 to 14. The observance highlights the critical link between sleep and health, both physical and mental. Read more about sleep health and sleep strategies you can try at home.
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Measles is a highly contagious virus that infects 9 out of 10 people who are exposed, if unvaccinated or not immune. It has been in the news lately due to cases in Northern Virginia and among people who have traveled through local airports.
If your spring break or summer plans include traveling abroad or to an area in the United States with high measles activity, the Fairfax County Health Department encourages you to ensure your family is protected. Children 12 months and older should have 1 or 2 doses before traveling. Depending on your specific travel plans, your health care provider may also advise you to vaccinate infants 6 to 11 months old. Read more about these recommendations.
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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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Join us at Woodson's popular FanQuest basketball tournament on March 13th at CG Woodson HS. This is a time for students on our Unified team to shine on center court with tons of fans in the stands, cheering them on and admiring their athleticism. The event will consist of a tailgate in the auxiliary gym (5:00pm) and halls surrounding our gymnasium, a teacher obstacle course (6:30pm), a game against another school’s Unified basketball team (7:00pm), entertainment during the game, and an awards ceremony at the end.
The tailgate is a great community-oriented event with a moon bounce, tailgate activities hosted by our school clubs, concessions, merchandise, and more! The night will consist of a Unified game of Special Olympic athletes and their same-aged peers playing alongside of one another. During the game, there will be breaks for "TV time-outs", such as performances, crowd interaction, games, and fun chances to win prizes.
Admission is FREE! We hope to see you there!
Camp Fairfax serves rising 1st through 7th graders and is held in public schools and community centers throughout Fairfax County. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are provided. A sliding fee scale is available.
Registration information: Camp Fairfax Summer Flyer attached.
Tuesday, March 10th
The Role of Values and Morals in Shaping Positive Discipline - Families will explore how core beliefs can guide positive and consistent discipline practices that build self-control, empathy, and respect. Open to Fairfax County parents and guardians with children ages 0 to 18.
Register: https://bit.ly/DFS-Parent-Cafe-2026 Questions: DFSParentCafe@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703-324-7720
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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