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Calendar Reminders

March 12: PTA Show (Grades K-3) 6:00 pm March 18: 3-Hour Early Dismissal (Dismissal at 1:00 p.m.) March 20: Eid al-Fitr Holiday - School Closed March 23: School Picture Day Make Up March 27: Quarter 3 Ends 2-Hour Early Dismissal (Dismissal at 2:00 p.m.) March 30 - April 3: Spring Break - School & Office Closed April 6: Teacher Workday - Student Holiday April 10: Teacher Workday - Student Holiday April 10: Save the Date - Rising Kindergarten Orientation (9:30 - 10:30 a.m. in cafeteria) April 15: Purple Up Day - Wear Purple in support of military-connected youth

Forestville Stars Shine Bright

Forestville was thrilled with the performances of our 4th-6th grade stars last evening at our PTA Talent Show. They sang, danced, played instruments, did magic, gymnastics and of course, the yo-yo! Our cardinals shined bright and we cannot wait to see the talents of our K-3 students tomorrow night, Thursday at 6. Thank you to all the performers and the amazing parent and staff volunteers who made last night possible.

Seeds of Kindness at Forestville

Forestville has a new hallway display and we hope it ushers in some finally spring weather. Our amazing students and staff are represented in this mural, from the flowers to the seeds and everything in between. We love seeing our students thoughts about kindness and hope to always spread it as far as we can at Forestville and beyond. 

💻Standards of Learning Assessments 

Students in grades 3-8 participate in state assessments each year.  These assessments measure how students are learning the state standards.  Below is the current schedule for the spring Standards of Learning tests at Forestville Elementary. Visit the FCPS webpage here for more information about these assessments.

• Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing

• Thursday, March 12

• Grades 5 and 6 Reading

• Tuesday, May 5

• Grades 3 and 4 Reading

• Thursday, May 7

• Grades 5 and 6 Math

• Tuesday, May 12

• Grades 3 and 4 Math

• Thursday, May 14

• Grade 5 Science

• Tuesday, May 19

Missing Something?

Forestville invites all families to visit our Lost and Found the next time they are at school or send your child on a reconnaissance mission! Our Lost & Found is busting at the seams and all items left over Spring Break will be donated. Please check for any items that may have been left behind, especially when our weather takes a turn to chilly again❄️❄️.

Picture Retake Day is March 23 Forestville invites any student who may be dissatisfied with their original picture to retake their photo. Please let your child's teacher know so they can make sure your student goes at the appropriate time.

Want to see what learning, laughter, and life at Forestville really look like? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for a front-row seat to the amazing moments happening in our classrooms and around our school. From special events and student highlights to spirit days and everyday fun—you won’t want to miss a thing!

📸 Facebook: ForestvilleFCPS
📸 Instagram: @forestvillefcps

Forestville invites all rising kindergarten students and their families to our annual Kindergarten Orientation on Friday, April 10. This fun-filled hour is designed for both student and parents/guardians. Attendees will have a chance to meet Kindergarten staff, Forestville Specialists and Administration. They will get to visit a Kindergarten classroom, the gym and more! Be sure to save the date and spread the word to neighbors and friends!

When: Friday, April 10, 2026

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Location: Forestville Elementary

Nominate a Forestville Employee Today Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR. We encourage our community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated and we thank you in advance for your time!

April is Purple Up Month Forestville and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) are gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!  This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.    FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!    Spirit Wear Store (for families): https://www.customink.com/s/fcps-purple-up-spirit-wear-store

Langley Pyramid Youth Night - April 14

Forestville invites all students and families to join us at Langley Pyramid Youth Tailgate on April 14. Students are admitted free to high school Lacrosse and Baseball with a paying adult. Come root on our former Cardinals and current Saxons!

Tuesday Folder

Forestville uses Schoology for all Tuesday Folder contents. All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Forestville All Parents and contents are listed below.

• Kindergarten Orientation & Registration Flyer
• Tuesday Folder Content Disclaimer
• Great Falls Celebration
• Bands on the Run - Langley Pyramid 5K
• Langley Pyramid Youth Tailgate
• Techstravaganza 2026

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: 

• Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
• Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
• Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
• Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
• 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.

Rooted in Resilience, Echoes of Excellence: FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration

The spirit of heritage and the promise of the future filled the air at Carter G. Woodson High School as FCPS held its second annual Black History Month Celebration with the theme, Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence. This year’s event was especially significant as it coincided with the 100th anniversary of the movement that became Black History Month.

Students from across the division took center stage as the true "echoes" of this excellence. The program featured student-led Moments of Pride that connected local and national history to contemporary achievements. A spirited keynote speech was delivered by Vernon Walton, senior pastor at the First Baptist Church of Vienna. Another highlight of the night was the FCPS Black Excellence video tribute.

Read more about the Black history event.

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 Fairfax County Public Schools. Register to receive the event link. 

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment (the student and one caregiver must be present).

Read more about the registration process. 

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 Camps

Career 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.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

📰FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• School Board Adopts Budget
• New Date for Special Education Conference
• Celebrating Our Schools

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Celebrate Great Falls Auction NOW LIVE Celebrate Great Falls Foundation is thrilled to continue this community tradition for our 10th year and Forestville is excited for another year of participation with the support of our PTA! We are live! Thank you for bidding to support our schools! All funds raised will go directly to our three local elementary schools - Great Falls Elementary (GFES), Forestville Elementary (FES) and Colvin Run Elementary (CRES). Dollars raised from SCHOOL-SPECIFIC ITEMS (items that begin with CRES, FES, GFES) will go DIRECTLY to that school! TIPS: - Filter by COLVIN RUN ES, FORESTVILLE ES, and GREAT FALLS ES to view school-specific items. Or search by CRES, FES, or GFES. - Don't feel like bidding? We've added attractive BUY NOW prices on many items for you to grab right away. - You can make a direct DONATION to a school by searching for DONATE. - Not affiliated with a school? Filter by NON-SCHOOL SPECIFIC items. The higher you bid, the more you support technology, arts, music, mindfulness, and so much more in the classroom. So bid early and often to support the schools! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Celebrate Great Falls Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. (EIN 54-1791999) Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Forestville Elementary Talent Show: Next Week

Here is the schedule by grade level:

• March 9 and 10: Rehearsal and Show for Grades 4 through 6

• March 11 and 12: Rehearsal and Show for Grades K through 3

📔Yearbooks Now On Sale Don't Miss Out on the 2025-26 Yearbook The 2025-26 school year is full of special moments. You can make sure they last forever by ordering your yearbook today! Online sales are officially open. Ordering is quick and easy through our secure website. Please use the link and school ID code below to reserve your copy: Website: www.BuyTheYearbook.com School ID Code: 732280 There are two options available for families this year: Standard Yearbook: $25 Yearbook with Foil Name on Cover: $30 Be sure to order soon to guarantee your student receives a copy of this year’s memories!

Hollywood Night Dance for Grades 4-6

Forestville PTA is looking forward to Hollywood Night, a dance for students in Grades 4-6 on Friday, April 24. This is NOT a drop off event. More information to come! See you on the red carpet!

1085 Utterback Store Road | Great Falls, VA 22066 | 703.404.6000 
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Administration: Sarah Brooker | Afton Carlson