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Spring Forward
Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 8, at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour!
As a result of the time change, many students will be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors, or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes. Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up, and to not run into the street or cross between parked cars.
Renovation Meeting & PTA Meeting
On Wednesday, March 11th, we will have two important meetings listed below:
Community Renovation Meeting, 6:00 PM, Cafeteria
Come hear about the plans for our upcoming school renovation project.
PTA Meeting, 7:00 PM, Library & Virtual
Our March meeting will be held in the library. A link to join virtually will be emailed to you on Wednesday afternoon.
- Tuesday, March 17: Victor O'Neill Studios will be taking Class and Individual Photos for all grades.
- Tuesday, March 24: Panoramic Picture for sixth graders.
Please open this link to the Willow Springs Website Announcement Page for ordering details and where to direct any questions.
 Family Engagement Survey
📩 Coming this Monday to your email inbox...The bi-annual FCPS Family Engagement Survey!
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.
Parent Teacher Book Club!
We’re diving into Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation to discuss the impact of the digital age on our kids. Facilitated by Mrs. Mukherjee (K) and Mrs. Wood (Tech).
The Willow Springs PTA is proud to offer our first Parent-Teacher Book Club, which will take place via Zoom on the following dates at 7PM:
- March 4 and 25
- April 15
- May 6 or 13 (TBD)
Please complete the form found here to register. A Zoom link will be sent in advance of the meeting.
This event series is open to all Willow Springs teachers and staff, parents, and caregivers. Participants are asked to commit to attending all four sessions. Participation is limited to 20 individuals
Show off your creativity! We are looking for one talented student artist to feature on the front cover of the 2025-2026 Willow Springs Elementary yearbook.
Contest Rules, Required Text, and Submission Details can be found on the Willow Springs Website.
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 CampsCareer 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.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Don't miss out on the memories! Yearbooks for Willow Springs Elementary are now available for purchase. Use code 25528.
Our yearbook team is working hard to capture every smile, high-five, and "aha!" moment from this school year—but we can’t be everywhere at once. We need your favorite snapshots to help fill our pages!
What are we looking for?, How to upload, and a few “Pro-Tips for Parents can be found on the Willow Springs Website.
If your child will attend Willow Springs, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible. Kindergarten Orientation will take place on Thursday, April 9 for registered students.
FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage.
Countdown to Kindergarten: Supporting a Smooth Transition
Is your child heading to kindergarten this fall? Join FCPS staff for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition! The webinar will take place on Friday, March 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support their child’s smooth and successful start to kindergarten in FCPS. Register to receive the event link.
 Willow World Festival
We invite YOU to join us for our international festival!! It is planned for April 17 from 6-8 PM. We are currently looking for people interested in hosting tables, hosting tables with food, or performing. Use this link for sign ups.
Tables and potluck will be open from 6 - 7:30 PM. We will close the evening with several live performances from 7:30-8 PM. We will send out more detailed information closer to the event! If you have questions, please email Mrs. Keener or Mrs. Wood or slwood@fcps.edu. Thank you!
Students in grades 3, 4, 5, ad 6 will take the Standards of Learning Tests in May. Visit our school's website to see the testing dates.
5th Graders will take the IRW SOL Writing test on Wednesday, March 18th.
March is Women's History Month and Arts in Our Schools Month
March 8: Daylight Saving Time Begins, Move clocks ahead 1 hour
March 11: Renovation Meeting, 6 PM, Cafeteria; PTA Meeting, 7 PM
March 13: WSES Spirit Night, Fairfax HS
March 17: Picture Day - Class and Individual Photos
March 18: 5th Grade SOL IRW test
March 20: School Holiday
March 24: Sixth Grade Panoramic Picture
March 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1 PM Dismissal
March 30 - April 3: Spring Break
April 15: Purple Up! Day: Wear purple in support of military connected youth
April 6: School Planning Day, No School for Students
April 17: Willow World Festival, 6 - 8 PM
April 29: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, Dismissal at 1 PM
May 4-29: SOL Testing in grades 3, 4, 5, & 6
May 20: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1 PM Dismissal
May 25: Memorial Day Holiday, All Schools Closed
May 26: Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
May 27: Eid Holiday, All Schools Closed
Our yearbook team is working hard to capture every smile, high-five, and "aha!" moment from this school year—but we can’t be everywhere at once. We need your favorite snapshots to help fill our pages!
What are we looking for?, How to upload, and a few “Pro-Tips for Parents can be found on the Willow Springs Website.
What are we looking for?
Whether it’s a blurry-but-cute action shot or a masterpiece on the fridge, we want to see it:
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The Big Milestones: First day of school jitters and "I survived" after-school smiles.
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Learning in Action: Field trip adventures and classroom projects.
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Extra-Curriculars: Drama club, sports, and after-school hobbies.
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Creative Flair: Photos of your child’s favorite artwork or science experiments.
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Community Spirit: Neighborhood playdates or school-wide events.
How to Upload
It’s quick and easy! You can upload directly from your phone or computer:
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Visit: www.HJeShare.com
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Enter School Code: 25528
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Select & Upload: Pick your best shots and you’re done!
⏰ Final Deadline: All photos must be submitted by April 3.
Don’t let those great memories sit in your phone—let’s get them in print! Thank you for helping us make this the best yearbook yet.
A few "Pro-Tips" for Parents:
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Quality over Quantity: High-resolution photos (not screenshots) print the best!
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Candid is King: While posed photos are great, we love seeing kids laughing or working naturally.
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Tagging: If the site allows, adding the student’s name and grade helps our editors tremendously.
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