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04/13 Family Food Market (3:45pm, Cafeteria)
04/17 Parent Coffee (9:00am, Cafeteria)
Topic: Introduction of the Equity
5th grade Panoramic (8:45am)
Student Parent Lunch (Lunch Time, Cafeteria)
04/21 Special Election Day (No School)
04/22 3-Hour Early Release -Dismissal time 12:20pm (Cancelled)
04/23 Spring Concert & Art Show (6:00-7:00pm, Gym & Cafeteria)
04/27 SOL Window Opens
05/01 Parent Coffee (9:00am, Cafeteria)
Topic: Community resources
05/04 Family Food Market (3:45pm, Cafeteria)
05/08 Student Parent Lunch (Lunch Time, Cafeteria)
05/13 3-Hour Early Release -Dismissal time 12:20pm
Interim Reports Sent Home
05/15 Parent Coffee (9:00am, Cafeteria)
Topic: ATES Family Ambassadors
05/25 Memorial Day/ Student Holiday-No School
05/26 Teacher Workday (No School)
05/27 Eid-al-Adha/ Student Holiday-No School
06/01 Family Food Market (3:45pm, Cafeteria)
06/03 SOL Window Closes
Our mentoring program recently welcomed the We Teach About the Beach! presentation from the Chesapeake Bay Discovery Center at the Glen Echo Park Aquarium. Bringing the experience directly to our school, the facilitator introduced our student mentees to the wonders of the Chesapeake Bay—the nation’s largest estuary—highlighting its diverse wildlife, including fish, crabs, oysters, and more. A huge thank you to Ms. Boyle for organizing this event!
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Dance Night is one of the long-standing and most cherished traditions at Annandale Terrace—a special event that brings our school community together for an evening of music, movement, and fun. Students look forward to this exciting night where they can perform the dances they learned at school. Filled with energy and school spirit, Dance Night continues to be a highlight of the year, celebrating community, connection, and joy for all who attend. A huge thank you to Ms. Linton, Ms. Harrison, Ms. Larson, and Ms. Farbstein for organizing this event!
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The Spring Sprouts program provided a wonderful opportunity for selected Kindergarten and 1st grade students to continue learning and growing over Spring Break. Through engaging, hands-on activities, students built skills while having fun in a supportive environment. A highlight of the program was a field trip to Frying Pan Farm Park, where students explored and connected their learning to the world around them.
A huge thank you to Ms. Raynor for overseeing the program and to the dedicated teachers who made this experience so meaningful for our young learners!
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The Fairfax County Public Schools Teacher Tuesday Spotlight is a special initiative that highlights an outstanding educator each Tuesday, celebrating the dedication and impact of teachers across the division. We are proud to share that Ms. Aldhobhani, one of our incredible first grade teachers, was recently featured. We are so lucky to have her at Annandale Terrace Elementary School. She is a passionate, caring educator who creates a warm and engaging classroom where students feel supported, inspired, and excited to learn each day. Her commitment to her students and her positive energy make a lasting difference in our school community.
Below, she shares her “why” for becoming a teacher.
  Spring AAP Newsletter ES (PDF) is also available in multiple languages:
Arabic | Chinese | English | Korean | Spanish | Urdu| Vietnamese
 Student-Parent Lunch for April is scheduled to Friday, April 17, 2026. Parents are invited to have the lunch with their student during their lunch time. This event is part of increasing family engagement at ATES and providing parents an opportunity to come to the school. The price for lunch is $5.25 for all guests (Free of charge for all students in Annandale Terrace). Please complete this survey (https://forms.gle/qQ61cxQf8Geu6FndA) if you are planning to attend.
 April 20th- 24th Earth Week! While we all work hard to protect our planet each day, Earth Week gives us a chance to learn about new opportunities and make commitments to do even more. We will be doing activities at school and families can complete the attached BINGO board. Each day next week has a theme and we will be having spirit days to match:
- Monday, April 20 – Wildlife Day - wear nature print
- Tuesday, April 21 – Zero Waste Day - wear white
- Wednesday, April 22 – Earth Day - wear green
- Thursday, April 23 – Climate Change Day - wear red
- Friday, April 24- Watershed Day - wear blue
English Bingo Board
Spanish Bingo Board
Tuesday, April 21, is now a teacher workday and staff development day because of a recently announced special election that will impact all FCPS schools.
Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22, which was previously early release Wednesday for Annandale Terrace Elementary School.
This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days. Read Dr. Reid’s letter to elementary parents for more details.
Parents may send in non-food items such as pencils or stickers for their child to share with their class, in lieu of food, to celebrate birthdays. PLEASE ABIDE BY THIS POLICY.
The school will also recognize each child’s birthday with a birthday pencil and a card. In addition, we will announce each child’s name on his/her birthday during the morning news announcements.
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes public budget hearings (April 14-16) and an online survey. Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence.
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. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but it 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.
The testing window is from April 27-June 3. Full grade level testing will take place on the following dates:
- Thursday, May 7 - 5th Grade Science
- Tuesday, May 12 - 3rd Grade Math
- Thursday, May 14 - 4th Grade Math
- Friday, May 15 - 5th Grade Math
- Monday, May 18 - 3rd Grade Reading
- Tuesday, May 19 - 4th Grade Reading
- Wednesday, May 20 - 5th Grade Reading
Retakes and makeups are ongoing throughout the testing window, which closes on June 3rd.
We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored stories involving quests, challenges, and problem-solving.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: Which character has been your favorite from this unit and why?
- Activity: With your child, brainstorm a brand-new invention to solve a problem, like shoelaces that tie themselves or a clothes dryer that folds clothes. Ask your child to tell or write a story about someone using the invention.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
 Register: https://bit.ly/4oGbfxi if you are interested.
 The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Marshall High School.
Dr. Shelley Moore will deliver the keynote address on The Evolution of Inclusion. It will look at how the goals of inclusion have continued to shift and evolve, as we learn more about diversity and identity. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own contexts and consider next steps for advocacy and action.
Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information, including breakout session offerings and a list of vendors that will be on site. Confirm your attendance for this year’s conference.
 12 virtual free sessions of Dad's Parenting Group will be held on Tuesdays from 6:00-8:30pm from April 7th to June 30th, 2026. The classes will be taught in Spanish only. Call 703-324-7720 for the registration if you are interested.
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at Annandale Terrace Elementary School. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
At the Volunteer FCPS site, you can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
 FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at the program office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
 This camp is designed for young athletes of all skill levels to improve their game, build confidence, and have fun on the court.
Camp Details:
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Dates: July 20-24, 2026
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Location: Annandale High School (4700 Medford Dr, Annandale, VA 22003)
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Campers: Girls & Boys
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Grades: Rising 3rd - 9th
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Focus: Skill development, teamwork, conditioning, and game strategy
Register or Learn More: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbms-Ipd_FNKPPgdyOh2nNSc3dpqU0t7z5GBCftQ7jTkcOmQ/viewform?usp=header
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
 Please visit www.campussurvivalkits.com/ates to shop ATES customized apparel. A portion of all sales benefits the Annandale Terrace PTA — support your school while you shop!
Some families may be looking for additional resources to help support their child’s academic success. The FCPS Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of FCPS employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to hire as tutors. This list is a resource offered by the FRC, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with the tutors. This list is not approved by FCPS and is only meant to be a resource to families.
FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services, at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Support Military Children
- National Merit Finalists
- School Board to Present Budget to Board of Supervisors
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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