📅Calendar Alert
Wednesday is a 3-hour early release day. Unless you have received confirmation from the school that your child will stay until 4:05pm, all students will be dismissed at 1:05pm.
There is no school on Friday, March 20.
Screenshot! SOL Testing Calendar
April, May, and June are busy months at school, especially with end of year testing! It is important students are in school daily to get adequate practice for the tests, and so that they feel prepared and confident. If possible, please avoid making appointments on testing days to ensure students are in school and on time.
 Dates to Remember
March 16: Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing SOL
May 6: Grades 3-6 Reading SOL
May 7: Reading Makeups
May 12: Grade 5 Science SOL
May 13: Science Makeups
May 14: Grades 3-6 Math SOL
May 15: Math Makeups
May 18-22, 28: Remediation for students who qualify for retakes
May 29: Science Retakes
June 1: Reading Retakes
June 2: Math Retakes
June 3: Last chance for all retakes!
April 21 Statewide Election: No School for Students
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.
County Seeking Budget Input
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.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
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.
Phones Off, Learning On
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:
-
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).
-
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 703-329-2100. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Family Engagement Survey Opened March 9
FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open through 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 received 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.
Important Dates
March 16: 5th Grade Integrated Reading and Writing SOL
March 18: 3-Hour Early Release at 1:05pm
March 20: No School, Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr
March 23: PTA Meeting, in person!
March 27: End of Quarter 3, 2-Hour Early Release at 2:05pm
March 27: Fun Run
March 30 - April 3: No School, Spring Break
April 6: No School for Students, Teacher Work Day
April 8-9: 5th Grade Integrated Reading and Writing SOL Makeups
April 10: No School for Students, School Planning Day
April 13: PreK/K Family Breakfast, 8:30am
April 20: Grades 1-3 Family Breakfast, 8:30am
April 22: 3-Hour Early Release at 1:05pm
April 27: Grades 4-6 Family Breakfast, 8:30am
|
|
