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March 23rd: Spring Picture Day
March 27th: End of Q3 (2-Hour Early Release, 1:15)
March 30th-April 3rd: Spring Break
April 6th: No School- Teacher Work Day
April 10th: No School-School Planning Day
April 13th-April 17th: Spring Book Fair
April 14th: Book Fair Evening Hours (5:30-7:00)
April 14th: Woodson Pyramid Art Show (6:00-8:00)
April 15th: PURPLE UP DAY!
April 17th: Career Fair (during school hours)
April 17th: PTA Sock Hop (6:00-7:30, doors open at 5:30)
April 21st: No School- Election Day
April 22nd: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)
April 22nd: 3-Hour Early Release |
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 A big thank you to Teacher V for arranging to have these fabulous musicians as they welcome students each day this week and throughout the month.
Congrats to the Olde Creek
Odyssey of the Mind Team!
Olde Creek's OM team placed 1st in the regional competition and 3rd in the state competition!! This a huge win, especially since it's Olde Creek's first year participating in Odyssey of the Mind. Thank you to Rachel Pham and Ellen Kovar for volunteering to run this program and to our PTA for their support in making this all happen.
If you would like to get involved in OM next year, please contact the PTA for more information.
Family Engagement Survey
📣 Your Voice Matters: FCPS Family Engagement Survey FCPS is conducting its third Family Engagement Survey to help us build stronger partnerships and support student success. We want to hear your thoughts on our school environment, communication, and community connections.
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When: Open now through Monday, March 23.
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How to Take It: Check your email for a direct link, click here, or request a paper copy at our front office.
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Good to Know: The survey is confidential and available in 11 languages (including Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, and Korean).
Your feedback helps us grow thank you for helping us make our school a better place for every student!
We Want Your Feedback! Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Questionnaire
On Monday, April 6, parents and guardians of Olde Creek Elementary will receive an email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and provides an opportunity to share anonymous feedback about our school’s leadership and environment.
Topics covered in the survey include:
✅ Instructional leadership
✅ School climate
✅ Management (human resources and organizational)
✅ Communication and community relations
✅ Culturally responsive and equitable leadership
✅ Professionalism
The questionnaire will be open April 6 - April 19 and will be collected online. When you receive the email from noreply@fcps.edu, please take a few minutes to complete it. Your input is valuable and helps shape the future of our school. Thank you for your time and feedback!
Month of the Military Child and Purple Up Day!
April is the Month of the Military Child, and at Olde Creek, we are proud to celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and spirit of our military-connected students.
Join us on Purple Up Day, April 15th, by wearing purple to show your support and appreciation. As a Purple Star School, this day is especially meaningful to our community. It is a chance for all of us to stand together and recognize the sacrifices our military families make, especially the children who walk our halls each day.
Let’s turn Olde Creek purple and show our students just how much they are seen, valued, and celebrated!
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FCPS Cares
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
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Kindergarten Registration
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment: call our student information assistant, Mr. Santos at 703-426-3107.
💻 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.
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SAVE THE DATE
Kindergarten Orientation at Olde Creek will take place on April 22 at 9:00AM. This is an adult event. We look forward to welcoming our newest Bears later in the year.
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Olde Creek Career Fair is Coming!
Help Our Students Dream Big!
You’re invited to share your professional journey at our 2nd Annual Career Fair! Whether you're in the trades, medicine, tech, the arts, business, or anything in between, our students want to hear from you.
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When: April 17th | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Who: All industries and professions welcome!
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The Goal: Share your story and answer student questions.
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The Commitment: Just your time, no formal presentation needed.
Interested? Scan the QR code below or SIGN UP HERE .
2026 Awards Recognizing Special Education Supporters
Nominations are open for the 2026 Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA) Awards, which recognize educators, staff, volunteers, and community members who go above and beyond to support students receiving special education services. The annual program celebrates individuals across Fairfax County Public Schools who demonstrate exceptional commitment to inclusion, support, and student success.
Honorees may include teachers, instructional assistants, administrators, therapists, volunteers, and other community members who have made a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families. Nominations are open through Friday, March 27, and can be submitted online.
Award recipients will be recognized at the SEPTA Awards Ceremony on Saturday, May 2, where families, educators, and community members will gather to celebrate those helping build more inclusive and supportive school communities. Registration details for the ceremony will be announced at a later date.
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.
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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.
Registration is open!🎉
Join FCPS for the 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools. Hear from internationally renowned educator and inclusion advocate Dr. Shelley Moore, connect with helpful resources, meet other families, and take part in engaging sessions.
📅Date - Saturday, April 18
📍Location - Marshall High School
Child care for students of varying abilities, accommodations, and language interpretation are available. Lunch is provided.
Save your spot and register today: https://bit.ly/4aDtKxl
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