Paw Prints, March 2, 2026

Paw Prints: Updates from Dr. Grove

Dear Wolftrap Families, 

🪁🪁WELCOME TO MARCH!!! Can you believe it's here?

Over the past week, I was so fortunate to judge Odyssey of the Mind and see our students thrive while creating Edison Expo projects! What a wonderful community of learners we have here at Wolftrap. 

I would like to encourage you to visit a community conversation, if you would like to meet Dr. Reid. She makes herself available for numerous conversations across the division. If you have not had an opportunity to talk with her, please look at the schedule below to find a place. 

📚📚📚We are excited for Read Across America THIS week, See the events listed below, and talk with Ms. Hardin, our amazing librarian, if you have any questions. 

Dr. Maggie Grove, Principal

Ms. Megan Tipton, Assistant Principal


Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid: As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her 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: 

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.


It's Read Across America Week! Celebrate the joy of reading by participating in these spirit day: Tuesday is Partner Day, Wednesday is PJ Day, Thursday is Character Day and Friday is Flashlight Day. 

read across america week

FCPS' Middle School Transition Fair is an evening for families of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services to learn about planning for the future.

At this event, families can meet Career and Transition Services (CTS) representatives and other support staff, learn about postsecondary education, employment, and community support, and hear from a student and parent panel sharing real transition experiences.

The fair will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School. Language support will be available. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with resources, and feel more confident about your child’s next steps. We hope to see you there.

Event Flyer and Translations:  Event registration link


🎨 You’re Invited: Cunningham Park ES Inaugural Craft Fair! 🛍️: Cunningham Park Elementary School is excited to host our Inaugural Craft Fair on Saturday, March 14 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

We invite you to join us for a morning of shopping and support our talented Region 1 Staff Crafters as they showcase and sell a variety of handmade items. It’s a wonderful opportunity to shop local, find unique gifts, and celebrate creativity within our school communities.


Calender Reminder

🚨Calendar Updates: MARCH

National Women’s History Month: Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids.

National School Social Work Week: March 2-8 is National School Social Work Week. Social workers in FCPS help to prevent social, emotional, and behavioral factors from affecting a student's ability to perform at their best. Their primary goal is to remove barriers that prevent a student from fulfilling their academic potential. Social workers are assigned to every school and center in the school system. Most social workers serve one to two sites. Learn more about the role of social workers in FCPS.

Friday, March 27: Quarter End/Early Release: last day of the third quarter and early release for students. See the complete school year calendar.

March 30 to April 6 - *Spring Break / Teacher Workday 

District News/In Case You Missed It: (ICYMI): In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, Read FCPS This Week to learn more about the following topics: 

  • The FCPS Budget
  • School Safety 
  • Community Conversations

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