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Upcoming Events
April 21 - No School (Teacher Workday/School Planning Day)
April 22 - Full Day for Staff and Students
April 22 - Art Pyramid Show at Falls Church High School
April 23 - Spring Concert, 7:00pm
April 28 - G5 Science SOL
April 28 - Spring Picture Day
May 5 - G4 Reading SOL
May 6 - G5 Reading SOL
May 7 - G3 and G6 Reading SOL
May 12 - G4 Math SOL
May 13 - 3-hr Early Release
May 14 - G3 and G6 Math SOL
May 15 - G5 Math SOL
🎤 The ROAR Report
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This month’s episode features Ms. Bailey, Ms. Ettere, and Ms. Nelson as they share literacy and math resources available for students, along with helpful tips for getting ready for the SOLs at home and at school. Click to listen to our April episode!
Previous Episodes:
December - Technology at Home
January - Resetting Routines and Expectations
February - WIDA ACCESS test for ML students
March- Student Health Policies with Ms. Quezada-Bin
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Spring SOL Testing
Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning.
Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and the cell phone policy still applies during testing season.
It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify your student’s school as soon as possible.
Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters.
Woodburn SOL Testing Schedule
Grade 3
- May 7: Reading
- May 14: Math
Grade 4
- May 5: Reading
- May 12: Math
Grade 5
- March 19: Integrated Reading and Writing
- April 28: Science
- May 6: Reading
- May 15: Math
Grade 6
- May 7: Reading
- May 14: Math
Honoring Our Military Families
On Wednesday, our school wore purple in recognition of Purple Up! Day to honor our military-connected students and families. We thank our military service members for their dedication and sacrifice as we celebrate the strength and resilience of our military community.
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Kindergarten Orientation
Kindergarten Orientation is almost here! Join us on April 22 from 3:00-4:00 in the Woodburn Elementary Library.
Families will have the opportunity to meet teachers, visit a classroom, and learn more about the kindergarten program!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.
Kindergarten Registration
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 (the student and one caregiver must be present).
If your student does live in the Woodburn ES boundary, please fill out the new student registration intake form. This form will be submitted to our school registrar, Jackie Garcia, who will be able to assist you with the new student registration process.
Students proudly wore purple to honor and support our military-connected families on Purple Up! Day.
Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Questionnaire
We Want Your Feedback!
On Monday, April 6, parents and guardians of Woodburn ES received 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!
 Double the style, double the fun! Students paired up for Twin Day and showed off their matching looks.
Why Attendance Matters
Did you know?
- Missing just 2 days a month can make it harder for kids to do well in school.
- Kids who miss a lot of school early on are less likely to be strong readers by 3rd grade.
- Reading well by 3rd grade is very important for future success in school.
- By middle school, missing a lot of school can be a warning sign a student may struggle later on.
Getting your child to school every day, on time helps them learn, connect, and grow. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s attendance!
Spring Picture Day!
Spring picture day is scheduled for April 28th. Forms for individual, group, and the 6th grade panorama have been sent home in Thursday folders this week.
Jaguar 5K Reminder
Just a friendly reminder that Falls Church High School Jaguar 5K is next Saturday, April 18! It’s not too late to sign up.
FCHS 5K Run Walk and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run will take place at Falls Church High School, located at 7521 Jaguar Trail in Falls Church. The Kids 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 8:00 a.m., followed by the Jaguar 5K at 8:30 a.m. This annual event brings together students, staff, and community members, with more than 800 participants each year.
For more information and to register, please visit www.jaguar5k.com. Online registration closes on Wednesday, April 16 at 11:59 p.m. Late registration will be available during packet pickup times. You can also email blkim@fcps.edu to request a registration form.
The Wizard of Oz - LJMS
Luther Jackson Middle School’s drama department is proud to present the timeless class, The Wizard of Oz, and we would love to have you come! Tickets are available on the LJMS website or by using the QR code for only $6. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $8. The shows are Thursday, April 30th 7:00 pm, Friday, May 1st, 7:00 pm and Saturday, May 2nd 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm. The 2:00 pm matinee show is especially for our young audience members- after the show there will be a special photo opportunity with cast & crew.
Come out and see the world of Oz come to life!
Tonight’s the Night! BINGO Night & Silent Auction
Join us at 6 PM at Woodburn for an evening of fun, community, and prizes!
🚌 Transportation available from Fairmont Gardens Main Office Entrance
• First pickup: 5:30 PM
• Second pickup: 5:45 PM
🌮 Dinner available from Empanadas de Mendoza
🥤 Concessions sold by our 6th graders
Bring your friends and family—it’s a great chance to connect and support our school!
Don’t forget: the Silent Auction closes at 7:30 PM tonight. Be sure to place your final bids! Winners do not need to be present but must arrange pick-up. You can place your bid here:https://app.givebacks.gives/woodburnauction2026
We can’t wait to see you there!
Earth Day Cleanup 🌱
Join us for our Earth Day Cleanup on Friday, April 24th from 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy delicious eats from Turkish Kebab food truck while we work together to beautify our space. Please bring gardening gloves.
We welcome contributions of plants and supplies to support our efforts.
Let’s dig in, give back, and make a difference—together!
 Our 6th graders visited Luther Jackson this week to learn more about the school! They were able to participate in some fun activities along the way as well!
Teacher Appreciation Raffle
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up on May 4-8. This year we are collecting gift cards from families to raffle off to our staff. Our goal is to collect one gift card for each instructional staff member (teachers, instructional assistants, and specialists). If you’re interested in contributing, gift cards for our raffle during this special week are appreciated. Gift cards can be brought to the main office anytime between now and May 4th. Thank you for helping us celebrate our incredible staff!
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4-8 is Teacher Appreciation Week and we have lots of fun activities planned to help our whole community celebrate our wonderful Woodburn staff! Click the link here or scan the QR code in the image below to see how you can participate!
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.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Adjusted Elementary Early Release Wednesdays
Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22 and April 29, which were previously early release Wednesdays for elementary schools.
This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.
Updates to 2026-27 School Year Calendar
The School Board voted to direct the superintendent to designate Veterans Day as a standard instructional day for the 2026-27 school year. Because this day was added, the 2026-27 school year will now end for students on Wednesday, June 16, 2027. Find additional information on BoardDocs. View the updated complete school year calendar on FCPS’ website.
The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — has not changed.
 A small group practices writing by identifying what they see in a picture. They use the sentence stem "I see a _____" when writing.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
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.
Resources to Help Infants and Toddlers Meet Milestones
Are you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child’s development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas: communication, fine and/or gross motor skills, self-help skills, problem-solving, and attention skills. Learn more about typical developmental milestones.
The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) provides evaluations and services for children (0-36 months) who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.
Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30).
FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to call 571-423-4121 with questions.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Make Your Voice Heard
- Teacher on The Kelly Clarkson Show
- Support Your Student During SOLs
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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