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Can you feel it? The days are getting longer, the birds are getting louder, and there is a definite buzz of energy in our hallways. March is a pivotal month at Mt Vernon Woods as we balance the excitement of the upcoming spring season with some very important academic milestones.
Our students have worked incredibly hard this year, and we are now entering the "home stretch" as we prepare for upcoming state assessments. To ensure every student feels confident and ready, our teachers are focusing on two key strategies:
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Spiral Review: Instead of just learning new topics, we are circling back to concepts taught earlier in the year. This "spiral" approach keeps foundational skills fresh and helps students make connections across different subjects.
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Small Group Practice: We know that every learner is unique. During our designated intervention blocks, teachers are meeting with small groups to provide targeted support, clear up misconceptions, and give students that extra boost they need to shine.
🌟 How You Can Help at Home
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Consistent Attendance: Every "spiral review" session counts! Being at school on time helps your child stay in the flow of learning.
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Read Daily: Even 15 minutes of reading together each night makes a world of difference in vocabulary and stamina.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child's education. Let’s make this a fantastic lead-up to the break!
Sincerely,
Ms. O'Neal, Principal
Ms. Berry, Assistant Principal
Mr. Heron, Assistant Principal
March 9-13: Champion Kindness Week (details below)
March 20- Cultural Observance Holiday: Eid-al-Fitr, School and office closed
March 25- Early Release, 12:15pm
March 27- End of Quarter 3, Early Dismissal 1:15pm
March 30- April 3- Spring Break, School closed
April 6- Teacher Workday- Student holiday
April 10- School Planning Day- Student holiday
April 29- Early release, 12:15pm
Join Us for Champion Kindness Week!
Next week, our SCA and SEL team are proud to host Champion Kindness Week! This week is dedicated to fostering an environment of Kindness, Empathy, and Belonging throughout our school community.
To celebrate, students can participate in a daily spirit week (details below) alongside themed activities, curated read-alouds, and Morning Meeting prompts designed to spark meaningful reflection on how we treat one another. We look forward to seeing our students champion kindness every day!
Monday, March 9: Champion Kindness
Tuesday, March 10: Connect and Twin
Wednesday, March 11: Celebrate Women’s History Month
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Activity: Celebrate women who have changed the world.
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What to wear: Wear PURPLE.
Thursday, March 12: We ALL Belong
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Activity: Celebrate your culture or uniqueness.
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What to wear/bring: Wear or bring something that represents your personal heritage or what makes you unique.
Friday, March 13: Pajamas
 In the month of March, we recognize the valuable contributions of women to American history. We are thrilled to share the accomplishments that women have made in the FCPS community. #OurFCPS
 Family Engagement Survey to Open
March 9
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.
Fairfax County Health Department Measles Update
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.
 Sleep Awareness Week
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.
 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:
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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, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
 2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled
FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School. Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event. If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.
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