 4th grade students were proud to present their Ocean Writing to parents this week!
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March 30 - April 3 is Spring Break.
The OES School Office will be closed.
We wish our students and staff a happy and restful break!
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Calling all book lovers!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon and Mrs. Harmon, our fabulous school librarian, will need lots of extra hands during the school day to assist with set up, run the cash registers, help students select books, and pack up at the end of the fair. There are evening opportunities as well as shifts during the school day. No experience necessary! Volunteering at the book fair is a great chance to help directly with students in the school, and accompany your own children as they select books as well. Please take a look at your schedule and SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE.
If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Sereno. If you are only able to be there for a portion of a shift, just note that in your sign up comments and we can split up shifts as necessary.
Important Update: In order to volunteer this year, you MUST have started the volunteer process through the FCPS Volunteer site. You should apply for Level 2. It is acceptable if the process is not complete, but it must be started.
Thanks for your help making this fun event successful for everyone!
Oakton Elementary School is currently in FIRST PLACE in the i9 Sports “I Love My School” Writing Contest.
We still need your help to stay there and win that $1,000!
The deadline has been extended to April 6, which is also the day the winner will be announced. Right now, 18% of our school has submitted so let’s keep the momentum going and build on our lead.
Haven’t submitted yet? It’s quick and easy. No more paper forms will be accepted, so please be sure to fill out the Google Form online. Already submitted? You can still help by reminding friends at the bus stop, at pickup, or in your group chats to submit too.
Let’s finish strong and keep Oakton in the lead!
Submit HERE
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Oakton Elementary is proud to celebrate Autism Awareness Week from Tuesday, April 7, through Thursday, April 9. This week reminds us that every student is a valued part of our community and deserves respect and belonging.
Throughout the week, students will participate in morning announcements, classroom talks, and library activities. These lessons focus on:
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Understanding Differences: Learning that everyone’s brain works differently and that differences are a normal part of being human.
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Strengths and Neurodiversity: Recognizing the unique talents that neurodiverse individuals bring to our school.
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Inclusion in Action: Finding simple ways to help everyone feel welcome and supported at school.
Thursday, April 9 is Autism Awareness Day. We invite all students and staff to wear blue or a previous year’s Autism Awareness shirt to show their support!
 Rescheduled Puzzle Night: Tuesday, April 7
Join us for a fun night of teamwork in the OES Cafeteria from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m..
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Team Activities: Families will work together in parent/kid teams to complete a puzzle.
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Puzzle Trade: Puzzles will be traded before starting, and the first team to finish wins a prize!
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What to Bring: Each team should bring one unopened 250–300 piece puzzle.
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Important Note: This is not a drop-off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult, though younger siblings are welcome to join the fun.
SOL Testing is on the Horizon
The Virginia Standards of Learning assessments are content tests that measure a student's proficiency and growth in Reading, Mathematics, and Science (5th grade only). These tests will be administered on the dates listed below. Please mark your calendar - it is important that your child attend school on the dates designated for them to test.
Oakton ES SOL Dates
Grade 3 Reading - May 7
Math - May 13
Grade 4 Reading - May 6
Math - May 12
Grade 5 Reading - May 5
Math - May 11
Science - May 19
Grade 6 Reading - May 4
Math - May 14
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Please consider recognizing an OES staff member!
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. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR. Encourage your community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated!
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OES PTA Silent Auction – Donations Needed!
The OES PTA Silent Auction is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and it directly supports programs and enrichment for our students, teachers, and school. We’re officially in donation mode, and we’d love your help making this year’s auction amazing!
Do you have something fun, unique, or creative to share? Donations of all kinds are welcome, including:
- Homemade treats like sourdough, cookies, or specialty desserts 🍪
- Photography mini sessions 📸
- Lessons or experiences (art, knitting, fitness, music, and more!)
- Professional services such as legal or estate planning consultations
- Sports, theater, or concert tickets 🎭⚽
- Vacation homes or weekend getaways 🌴
- Gift cards or experiences from businesses our families love
If you have something to donate—or know someone who does—we’d love to hear from you!
Silent Auction Dates: April 20–26
Contact: Email Becky Radich at Becky.Radich@gmail.com with questions, donations, or to volunteer.
Together, we can make this auction a big win for OES! 💙
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Register Now for Spring After-School Enrichment at OES
Oakton Elementary is excited to offer several spring enrichment programs sponsored by the Oakton PTA and Baroody Camps, Inc. These on-site programs run from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and provide students with opportunities to build new skills and explore their interests. Registration is open from March 5 at 9:00 a.m. until March 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Spring Enrichment Schedule:
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Tuesdays (Apr. 7 – June 2): LEGO® Spike Robotics: Great Adventures for grades K-6 ($245).
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Wednesdays (Apr. 8 – June 3): Soccer by Love The Ball for grades K-6 ($229).
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Thursdays (Apr. 9 – June 4): Chess by Silver Knights Chess Academy for grades K-4 ($269).
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Fridays (Apr. 17 – June 5): Multi Sport by Love The Ball for grades K-6 ($229).
Registration and Financial Aid:
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General registration closes on March 29.
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Financial aid registration is available for those who qualify and closes earlier on March 23 at 11:59 p.m.
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Limited financial aid is available for one class per session for students receiving public assistance or experiencing temporary hardship.
Please visit here to view the separate registration and financial aid tabs and to sign up. For questions, you can email info@baroodycamps.com or contact our PTA representative, Laila Cooper
Upcoming dates for OES:
March 30-April 3 - SPRING BREAK - School Closed
April 6 - Teacher Workday - No School for Students
April 7 - Quarter 4 Begins
April 7 - PTA Puzzle Night - 6:00 - 7:30PM, OES Cafeteria
April 7-9 - Autism Awareness Week
April 9 - Autism Awareness Day - Wear Blue!
April 10 - School Planning Day - No School for Students
April 10 - Kindergarten Registration - 9:30-10:30, OES Auditorium
April 15 - Spring Picture Day
April 16 - Purple Up Day - Show Support for Military Children - Wear Purple!
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