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It has been a joy watching our hallways fill with extra smiles and high-fives lately. As we head into the next few weeks, we have some exciting ways to celebrate our students’ character and commitment.
We celebrated Champion Kindness Week! All week long we focused on how small acts of compassion make our school a better place for everyone. We had fun dressing for daily theme days including wearing our PJs to school today!
Consistency is key to learning, and we want to reward our students who show up ready to grow! We will be giving away some really exciting prizes to students who come to school the week before spring break and the week after. Make sure your students are here to be entered to win!
We know staying healthy is the priority! If your child is truly under the weather, please keep them home to rest—we’ll have plenty more opportunities for prizes throughout the year.
Thank you for your continued support in making our school community so vibrant and welcoming.
Sincerely,
Ms. O'Neal, Principal
Ms. Berry, Assistant Principal
Mr. Heron, Assistant Principal
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 21- School closed for statewide election
April 29- Early release, 12:15pm
April 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.
 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
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.
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:
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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 703-619-2800. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
FREE Parenting Group
The Fairfax County Department of Family Services is hosting a FREE Parenting Group for dads. This program recognizes that a father's positive involvement is vital to a child's safety, well-being, and permanency.
Program Details
The program focuses on the "24/7 Dad™" curriculum, which emphasizes self-awareness, self-care, fathering and parenting skills, and relationship building. Participants can expect:
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Opportunities to meet other fathers and talk about fatherhood.
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Parenting support and access to Fairfax County resources.
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Meals and father-child-friendly community activities.
Session Schedule
Registration is required for both virtual and in-person options:
Virtual Sessions: Tuesdays from February 10, 2026, to April 28, 2026.
In-Person Sessions: Wednesdays from March 11, 2026, to May 27, 2026.
Location: To be determined in the South County area.
Contact & Registration
For more information or to register, contact the Father Engagement Resources and Supportive Services team:
Phone: 703-324-7720
Email: Buildingstrongerfamilies@fairfaxcounty.gov
Website: Fairfaxcounty.gov/FamilyServices (Search: Dads)
TTY: Use 711/Virginia Relay or call 703-324-7800 for reasonable accommodations.
 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.
 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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