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March 14: Green Team @Truro Parkland Cleanup - 9:00 am
March 18: Three Hour Early Release
March 18: PTA Board Meeting - 7:00 pm
March 19: Green Team Spring Clean-up - 3:45 pm (NEW DATE)
March 20: Eid Holiday - No School - Building Closed
March 26: STEAM Fair - 6:00 pm
3/30-4/6: SPRING BREAK - Office Closed
April 7: First Day Back to School for Students
April 10: Rising Kindergarten Open House/Orientation - 1:30 - 3:30 pm
April 15: Purple Up Day - Supporting the Children of Military Families
April 21: State-wide Election - No School for Students
Dear Wakefield Forest Families,
The shifting weather this week has certainly sparked some interesting conversations around our hallways! As we lean into the first signs of spring, we will have many exciting events coming up.
Celebrating Our Teachers
Our staff works tirelessly to create a supportive and challenging environment for our students. If you have a few moments this month, I would love for families and students to write a short note to our teachers. A quick word of thanks goes a long way in reminding them just how much we appreciate their dedication and heart.
Spotlight on Learning
It has been a busy and productive week at Wakefield Forest:
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The Power of Our Words: Over the past few weeks, I had the pleasure of teaching a special lesson to our 4th graders focused on the impact of our words. We discussed how our words carry weight and worked to help students understand the lasting effect that unkind comments can have on others.
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4th Grade History Day: A huge congratulations to our 4th graders! They put on an awesome performance for their families, bringing history to life with such energy and creativity.
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Professional Development: Our staff has been collaborating deeply in the areas of reading and math—designing innovative lessons, observing peer instruction, and reflecting together to ensure we are delivering the best possible education for every grade level.
Save the Date: STEAM Fair!
We have some exciting family events on the horizon, most notably our upcoming STEAM Fair on March 26th—it’s going to be a fantastic showcase of science, technology, engineering, art, and math!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.
Warmly,
Sharyn Prindle
Principal
Saturday, March 14th, 9:00am -12:00 pm
At TRURO: Community workday to remove English Ivy. Meet at the parkland entrance off Wakefield Drive.
Thursday, March 19th 3:45-5:00 pm (new date!)
At WFES: This will NOT be held on Monday, 3/16 as regularly scheduled. We will be doing a WFES spring clean-up in the small courtyard, monarch waystation, and planters in the front. We need many hands to trim, rake, weed and plant in our outdoor learning spaces to prepare for the spring. Come for all or part of the time! Meet in the large courtyard. Please bring water, gloves, shovels, and rakes. Contact Mary Muratore- mpmuratore@fcps.edu with questions. Parents, please attend with your child.
Saturday, April 25th 9:00am - 12:00 pm
At TRURO: Parkland Earth Day celebration. There will be a scavenger hunt, history walk, opportunities to revitalize the pollinator garden and refreshments.
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Congratulations to Christopher for winning our Eco Code contest! This is our very first Eco Code and we are grateful so many students participated. Many thanks to Lydia, Reed, Owen, Elizabeth, Lucy, Bea, Klayson and Isabel who also participated in our Eco Code contest! |
From Legos to cooking, from basketball to Minecraft, there’s something for every student!
Registration for our Spring 2026 After School Enrichment Programs will open today, Friday, March 13th, and close on March 29th. The sessions will start after Spring Break and will run from April 7 to June 5. Classes being offered are: Legos, Mirror Magic, Cooking Around the World, Science Potions, Chess, Basketball, Pottery and Minecraft/Creative Building. These are listed on the flyer that went home in Thursday folders yesterday, and more detailed descriptions can be found on the Baroody Camp website. Signups are done through the Baroody Camps website, and first-time users will need to create an account. For any questions about the registration process, you can contact Baroody directly at info@baroodycamps.com.
The Wakefield Forest PTA will hold its 7th annual STEAM Fair on March 26th from 6pm to 8pm at WFES with hands-on activities and educational demonstrations.
Get on your lab coats and have your goggles at the ready for this year’s annual STEAM Night! This year promises to be bigger and better with robotics demonstration, a 3D printing station, and a blow up planetarium! Bring your families and join us Thursday March 26th at 6pm in the gym and cafeteria.
All WFES families are encouraged to attend this FREE, fun evening showcasing all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM)!
Several Wakefield Forest band students had the opportunity to participate in the Frost Honor Band, a special event that brings together dedicated band students from the Woodson pyramid elementary schools, to perform challenging music and develop their musical skills.
These students spent time rehearsing for 8 weeks and concluded with a concert on March 9th with the Frost MS Symphonic Band and the Woodson HS Wind Ensemble.
Participating in the Frost Honor Band was a valuable experience that allowed students to grow as musicians while representing their school with pride. Please congratulate the following students for representing Wakefield Forest ES in the Frost Honor Band:
Austin, Alex, Mia, Declan, Anna, Sophia, Tucker, Toby, Charlotte, William, Kelly, Charles and Katie.
Our Kindergarten orientation is being held on Friday, April 10th, from 1:30 - 3:30 PM. This is an opportunity where families can learn more about Kindergarten at Wakefield Forest. Families should bring their child as we will conduct some quick assessments during the visit. An email will be sent to families who have indicated they have a kindergartener in the fall. We can't wait to welcome your child to the wolfpack!
Registration
Read more about the registration process. For more information, contact our student information assistant/registrar, Soudad Albermani, at salbermani@fcps.edu.
💻 Try Online Registration
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account.
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Dr. Reid’s 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, Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood 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.
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.
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 and 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.
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Don't wait! Order your child's 2025-56 yearbook today. Cost is $14.00.
Order online at: www.strawbridge.net
Online code: YB33499
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Attendance: 703-503-2323 or WakefieldForestES.attendance@fcps.edu
Health Room: 703-503-2310
Family Information Phone Lines/Support for families who do not speak English as their first language: Family Information Phone Lines
Technology Support: Resources for Families Using FCPS Technology
Principal: Sharyn Prindle sbprindle@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Amy Williams alwilliams1@fcps.edu
WFES PTA: HOME
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