Principal's Message
We returned from break focused and ready to finish the school year. Even in a shorter three day week, students dove right back into learning and exciting field trips. Our third graders enjoyed a STEM field trip at the Washington Capitals, enjoying a fun day at the ice ring learning more about STEM through ice hockey. Sixth graders toured Longfellow Middle School as they look forward to their upcoming promotion and first graders enjoyed a trip to historic Mount Vernon.
It looks like Spring is settling in and we are closing the chapter on these cold days, just in time for Fun Fair. Tomorrow is a special day in our school community filled with welcoming our newest Chipmunks for Orientation in the morning and celebrating our community with a long-standing tradition - Fun Fair in the evening! I can't wait to get on the bullhorn at the end of the event and announce all our big winners for our teacher raffles and baskets. Who will be helping me serve as principal for the day this Spring? I look forward to seeing many of you tomorrow.
PLACEMENT for 26 27 -> Parent Input Form Open
Each spring teaching team begin collaboration to begin building the best classes we can for the upcoming school year. While these will not be finalized until August, we invite you to provide input at this time. Please note that in order for teachers to consider input, it is important to complete this form in a timely manner. 4th Grade Parents, as a reminder this is due by tomorrow or at the latest this weekend and the remaining K - 5 families will be due April 20th. New Kindergarten families will be able to complete this over the summer.
Sincerely,
Stacy Kirkpatrick, Principal
Lara Macdonald, Assistant Principal
Fun Fair Tomorrow!!!
Friday, April 10th from 4-7pm
Chesterbrook Playground
Volunteers Still Needed!
Sadly, if we can’t get enough volunteers WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL some of the planned games and challenges and we do not want to do that.
PLEASE use the link above to sign up and help in any way you can! Sign up with a friend, split the shift with your spouse or a friend.
VOLUNTEER and have fun!
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Educate Fairfax Student Bookmark Art Contest – “Today’s Reader, Tomorrow’s Leader”
Entries Due April 14th to CES or April 17th directly to Educate Fairfax
Educate Fairfax, the 501(c)3 education foundation that partners with the community to support Fairfax County Public Schools students and educators, is launching a divisionwide Student Bookmark Art Contest during March. FCPS students in grades K–12 are invited to design a 2” x 7” bookmark celebrating the power of learning and creativity under the theme “Today’s Reader, Tomorrow’s Leader.”
Artwork must be original, flat (no glitter or pop-ups), and include the student’s name, grade, and school on the back. Entries will be judged on creativity, connection to the theme, and overall effort. Four winners (K–2, 3–6, middle, and high) will each receive a $25 gift card, and winning designs will be printed and shared in schools and the community. This initiative supports FCPS Goal 3 by promoting literacy and student engagement.
Submissions may be mailed to Educate Fairfax (8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031), emailed to info@educatefairfax.org, or sent via pony mail. Chesterbrook will send in any entries through the Pony that are turned in before April 14th. Please turn entry into Mrs. Remer in the front office and we will send student entries to Educate Fairfax.
By submitting, students confirm FCPS enrollment and grant permission for printing and promotion (first name and grade only; parent/guardian signature required for winners).
Please click this link for instructions: Educate Fairfax Bookmark Contest Flyer and Instructions.
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Special Education Family Conference
Registration: HERE
o Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
o Time: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
o Location: Marshall High School
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April Spirit Days
Celebrate the Month of the Military Child
Wednesday, April 15th - Purple Up Day!
Wear purple to promote Military Children which helps to highlight the contributions of military connected youth and their families.
Eco Club Helps Us Celebrate Earth Week & Autism Acceptance Month
Monday, April 20th – Wildlife Day - Wear animal print
Wednesday, April 22nd - Earth Day - Wear Green
Thursday, April 23rd - Climate Change Awareness Day - Wear Red
Friday, April 24th - Autism Acceptance Day and Watershed Day - Wear Blue
Important Upcoming Dates
April 10 - School Planning Day; No School for Students
Kindergarten Orientation 10-12PM Fun Fair 4PM - 7PM
April 15 - Spring Concerts Grades 4th - 6th; Spirit Day -Purple Up! Wear Purple to promote Military Children to highlight the contributions of military connected youth and their families
April 17 - PTA Meeting 9:15 AM
April 21 - *UPDATE* Teacher Workday; No School for Students (Special Election); International Night 5:30 - 7 PM
April 22 - Earth Day *UPDATE* Full day for students
April 23 - AAP Level IV Orientation 5:00 PM (Library)
April 29 - May 1 - School Musical - Finding Nemo Jr. Performances
June 15 - 6th Grade Promotion - Longfellow MS 5:30 PM *Updated Date
FCPS 2025-26 School Year Calendar
PTA Links
Register for Spring Enrichment Classes
Summer Quest Registration Now Open!
Fun Fair Tickets Now on Sale!
Fun Fair Volunteers + Bake Sale Sign-Up
Yearbook Orders: CLICK here to ORDER CES Code is 24891
*Sales End April 13th
FCPS News
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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