 Spring Spirit Week: April 27 – May 1
Get ready to celebrate the season and build school community during our Spring Spirit Week! Students and staff are invited to participate in themed days designed to promote positivity, creativity, and school pride as we head into end-of-year assessments.
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Monday, April 27 – Spring Day: Wear bright spring colors or floral patterns to kick off the week in full bloom.
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Tuesday, April 28 – Sports Day: Show your team spirit by wearing your favorite sports team or colors.
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Wednesday, April 29 – Wacky Wednesday: Have fun with mismatched outfits, crazy hair, or unique accessories.
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Thursday, April 30 – PJ & Poems Day: Celebrate Poetry Month by wearing pajamas and sharing a favorite poem.
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Friday, May 1 – National Principals Day: Join us in showing appreciation by dressing like Ms. Yac.
This week also aligns with Teacher Appreciation Week and serves as a fun and engaging lead-in to end-of-year testing. We encourage all students to participate and help make this a joyful and memorable experience for our school community.
 Luther Jackson Middle School Drama is bringing The Wizard of Oz to the stage, and you won’t want to miss it. Follow the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion in a lively, music-filled production full of heart, humor, and student talent.
Come out and cheer on some familiar faces. Several former Pine Spring Elementary students, now at Luther Jackson, are part of this exciting cast.
Performance Dates and Times:
Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 PM
Friday, May 1 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Location:
Luther Jackson Middle School
3020 Gallows Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
Tickets:
$6 pre-sale
$8 at the door
Get your tickets online: https://jacksonms.fcps.edu/
Get ready for a joyful celebration of music at Pine Spring! We are excited to showcase the talents of our Bobcats during A Day of Music on Friday, June 5, in the Pine Spring Gym.
Families are invited to join us for the following performances:
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9:00 AM – Grades 4–6 Band and Strings
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11:30 AM – Grades 5 and 6 Chorus
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12:30 PM – Grades 1–3 General Music
Our students have been working hard, and we can’t wait for you to see their growth and talent on display!
👕 What to Wear:
Students may wear Pine Spring spirit wear or a green or white top with dark bottoms.
Additional details will be shared by your child’s music teacher.
We look forward to celebrating a day full of music with our Pine Spring community!
 Pine Spring Elementary School is excited to host Career Day on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, and we’re looking for community members to help inspire our students. This is a great opportunity to share your career journey, experiences, and insights with young learners as they begin to explore future possibilities. Volunteers play a key role in making this event meaningful and engaging for our students. If you’re interested in participating, please sign up at http://tinyurl.com/pinespringcareerday2026 or QR code by May 1st—we’d love to have you be part of this impactful day.
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As we approach our Standards of Learning (SOL) testing window, we want to partner with you to ensure every student is set up for success. Below are the testing dates by grade level:
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Tuesday, May 5: 3rd & 6th Grade Reading
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Thursday, May 7: 4th & 5th Grade Reading
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Tuesday, May 12: 3rd & 5th Grade Math
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Thursday, May 14: 4th & 6th Grade Math/Algebra
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Thursday, May 21: 5th Grade Science
To help your child perform their best, please prioritize a good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and a positive, encouraging mindset on testing days. Your reassurance and calm confidence go a long way in helping students feel prepared and focused.
We also ask that families avoid scheduling appointments, trips, or early dismissals on these dates so students can test in a timely and low-stress environment alongside their peers.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students shine!
Ombuds staff engage with FCPS staff, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.
Ombuds staff do not make or change decisions, policies, or regulations. They do not take sides, and they do not provide legal advice.
Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit their webpage, where you may submit a question.
The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.
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.
June 4 - PTA Meeting
June 5 - Music Concert
June 10 - Career Day
June 12 - Kindergarten and 6th Grade Promotion
June 15 - Field Day
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