 Say cheese, Bobcats! Picture Day at Pine Spring Elementary will take place on Friday, March 27, 2026. School portraits are a great way to capture this year’s memories and celebrate how much our students have grown.
Families can order photos online by visiting www.barksdalephoto.com and entering the Pine Spring order code: 0038122SG. Ordering online is quick, easy, and paperless. Please note that the order code will expire 24 hours after Picture Day, so be sure to place your order in time.
 We are excited to welcome our incoming kindergarten families to Kindergarten Orientation at Pine Spring Elementary on April 10 from 9 AM–10 AM. This fun and informative event is a great opportunity to learn what a day in the life of a Bobcat looks like. Families will meet our wonderful kindergarten team, connect with other incoming kindergarten families, take a tour of the school, and even enjoy a short bus ride.
We can’t wait to meet our newest Bobcats and help your child start their Pine Spring journey with confidence and excitement!
 Get ready to bid and support Pine Spring students! The PTA Silent Auction runs March 17–22 and features exciting items generously donated by local businesses and community partners. Every bid helps support Pine Spring clubs and student opportunities.
Browse the auction, place your bids, and share the link with friends and family to help us make this fundraiser a success.
🔗 https://bit.ly/PSauction26
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. They are currently reviewing the county’s 2027 Fiscal Year Advertised Budget and are considering possible adjustments before the final county budget is adopted in May. Provide the county with feedback on how you would like your tax dollars spent by completing this survey.
 Get ready for a night of games, prizes, and Bobcat fun! The Pine Spring PTA is hosting Bingo Night on March 26 from 6–8 PM at Pine Spring Elementary. Bring the whole family and enjoy friendly competition as you play for exciting prizes.
Bingo card sets are $5, and raffle tickets are just $1, giving everyone a chance to win big. It’s a great way to connect with our Pine Spring community while supporting PTA programs that benefit our students and school.
Mark your calendars and come shout “BINGO!” with your fellow Bobcats!
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office at [phone number]. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success. By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
TAKE THE SURVEY!
Visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information.
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
 Take a night off from cooking and support Pine Spring Elementary! Join us for PTA Restaurant Night at Lost Dog Café on Wednesday, March 18, from 11 AM – 10 PM.
Enjoy delicious pizza and more while giving back to our school. 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Pine Spring PTA when you mention Pine Spring Elementary before placing your order.
Please note: This fundraiser is for dine-in or takeout only. Online or third-party app orders will not count toward the fundraiser.
Bring your family, invite friends, and enjoy a great meal while supporting our Bobcats!
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at the program office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
Multiple studies show that school breakfast is important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Also, students who eat school breakfast consume more fruit and fiber than their peers.
This National School Breakfast Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Would you like to know what’s for breakfast? View Nutrition Services’ printable menus.
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. This event will be held on Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest 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.
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at Pine Spring Elementary. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
At the Volunteer FCPS site, you can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
March 18 - 3-Hour Early Release
March 20 - No School
March 30- April 3 - Spring Break
April 2 - PTA Meeting
April 6 - No School
April 10 - No School
April 10 - Kindergarten Orientation
April 17-18 - All County Choral Festival
April 21 - No School due to special election
April 22 - Falls Church Art Show
April 23 - Science Night
April 24 - Multicultural Night
April 24 - ALNV Build a Child’s Library
June 4 - PTA Meeting
June 5 - Band/Strings Concert
June 10 - Career Day
June 12 - Kindergarten and 6th Grade Promotion
June 15 - Field Day
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