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It was SCA Career Day today! These 1st grade students are all dressed up in what they want to be someday when they grow up. We also saw a lawyer (with a brief in hand!), an Air Force pilot, a veterinarian, Wonder Woman and so much more. Great participation today, and a fun day to dream of what is possible.
3/30-4/6: SPRING BREAK / Office Closed
April 7: First Day Back to School for Students
April 8: G5 Field Trip to Green Spring Gardens
April 8: Green Team Officers Meeting - 3:45 pm
April 9: G4 Field Trip to Jamestown; G5 to Green Spring Gardens
April 10: School Planning Day - No School for Students
April 10: LAST DAY TO ORDER A YEARBOOK!
April 10: Rising Kindergarten Open House/Orientation - 1:30 - 3:30 pm
April 14: Woodson Pyramid Art Show - Woodson HS 6:00 pm
April 15: Purple Up Day - Supporting the Children of Military Families
April 15: Green Team Meeting - 3:30 pm
April 18: PTA Parent/Adult event @Open Road
April 21: State-wide Election - No School for Students
April 22: Full Time AAP Information Night - 6:30 pm
April 22: Full Day of School for Students (no early release)
April 25: Earth Day at Truro Community w/Green Team - 9am - 12:00 pm
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School is closed for students March 27th - April 6th. The school office will reopen on April 6th. |
Dear Wakefield Forest Families,
As the third quarter comes to a close, a palpable energy has filled our hallways as we danced our way into Spring Break! This week was a whirlwind of discovery, creativity, and community.
🚀 Innovation in Action: The STEAM Fair
Our annual STEAM Fair was nothing short of a masterclass in curiosity. From sustainable energy models to complex coding projects, our students proved that they aren't just consumers of technology—they are the creators of the future.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Shin and Mrs. Trimble, as well as our volunteers and families for your support of this event.
🌎 A World of Discovery: Grade 3 International Day
The third grade took us on a trip around the globe without ever leaving the gymnasium! International Day was a beautiful tapestry of cultures. It was a powerful reminder of the diversity that makes our school community so vibrant and strong.
🌟 More Highlights from the Week
Beyond our big fairs and festivals, our students have been busy exploring the world (and the web!):
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Woodson Computer Science Session: Our tech-savvy learners stayed after school to dive deep into coding at the Woodson CS session. It’s inspiring to see students voluntarily tackling logic puzzles and syntax!
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Grade 3 at Colvin Run Mill: Our third graders took their science lessons on the road! They visited Colvin Run Mill to see simple machines in action, learning exactly how gears, levers, and pulleys helped power history.
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Grade 4 at the National Symphony Orchestra: Our fourth graders enjoyed a sophisticated afternoon at the NSO. From the soaring violins to the booming percussion, it was a world-class experience in musical storytelling.
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Grade 2 at the Museum of Natural History: Our 2nd graders enjoyed viewing the cherry blossoms at full peak on their way to learn more about different life cycles and habitats as they grow and change.
🌷 Looking Ahead: Holidays and Rest
As we transition into the break, we want to wish a joyful celebration to all our families observing upcoming holidays. Whether you are celebrating Easter, Passover, Eid al-Fitr, or simply the arrival of the Spring Equinox, we hope your home is filled with warmth and laughter.
Thank you.
Sharyn Prindle
Principal
sbprindle@fcps.edu
 3rd Grade International Day was so much fun!
As more and more student information is online it can be challenging to access this as a family member. Do you want to see your student benchmark information? View their unit math assessment?
We have a new area on our website Family Tech Guides | Wakefield Forest Elementary School
We Want Your Feedback! Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Questionnaire
On Monday, April 6, parents and guardians of Wakefield Forest 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 Principal Prindle'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!
Many thanks to Shin Ou and Trimble for leading the STEAM Fair. Our students had so much fun engaging in hands-on-learning. The planetarium and robots were favorites.
Last Chance to Register!
Registration for our Spring 2026 After School Enrichment Programs has begun and will close on Sunday, 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 recently in Thursday folders; 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.
World Down Syndrome Day was March 21, 2026. Wearing mismatched socks helps to symbolize the uniqueness of people with Down Syndrome. Learn more here.
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. 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:
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.
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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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April is the Month of the Military Child, and at Wakefield Forest, 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 Wakefield Forest purple and show our students just how much they are seen, valued, and celebrated!
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Mrs. Muratore organized a fun and productive spring clean-up with the help of the Green Team and several volunteers. The kids loved learning and helping outdoors! Both courtyards, the Monarch Waystation and the plantings in the front of the school are all ready for Spring! Enjoy this photo of Mrs. Muratore tasking volunteers at the start.
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Woodson Baseball Little League Night!
Woodson v Robinson (@ Woodson HS)
Thursday, April 9th
Recommended Arrival Time: 5:30
Game Time: 6:30
All Little League players enter free with a paying adult!
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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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