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The Weekly Roar
Monday, April 27, 2026
Rallying Positive Vibes!
On Friday, the whole school gathered on the field for a special pep rally to boost motivation and confidence for upcoming spring testing. There was music, dancing, and lots of spirit, but the main focus was encouraging kids to do their best on all the spring assessments ahead in all grade levels. Fourth grade won the Best Spirit battle, followed by 3rd grade and 2nd grade.
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for students in 3rd through 6th grade begins this Thursday, April 30. See the article below for the full SOL schedule. Contact your child's teacher if you have questions about testing.
Congratulations to Our 2026 All-County Choral Festival Participants!
On Saturday, April 18, eight of our 6th graders joined music teachers Ms. McCormick and Mr. Crouch at the 2026 All-County Choral Festival Concert at Lake Braddock Secondary School. The students, chosen by audition at the school earlier in the year, performed with more than 700 other 6th grade singers from across the county. Congratulations to all of them!
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday, 4/29 – Month of the Military Child “Muffins with Military Lions” Potluck Breakfast Reception, 8:30 a.m., all families welcome
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Thursday, 4/30 – Standards of Learning (SOL) testing begins (grades 3 through 6)
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Friday, 5/1 – Last day to purchase yearbooks (see article below for ordering information)
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Wednesday, 5/6 – Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day
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Thursday, 5/7 – PTA meeting and elections, 6:30 p.m., Cafeteria
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Thursday, 5/21 – Spring Cultural Awareness & Recognition Event (CARE) Night, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
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Monday, 5/25 – Memorial Day Holiday, school, office, and SACC closed
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Tuesday, 5/26 – Student Holiday/Teacher Workday, students do not report but office and SACC open
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Wednesday, 5/27 – Eid al-Adha Holiday, school, office, and SACC closed
In This Issue
- “Muffins for Military Lions” Potluck Breakfast This Wednesday, April 29
- No Early Release This Wednesday
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Help Us Celebrate Our Amazing Staff and Teachers During Appreciation Week Next Week!
- Lane Safety Patrol Applications Now Open for Upcoming School Year!
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SAVE THE DATE for our Spring Cultural Awareness & Recognition Event (CARE) Night - Thursday, May 21, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
- P. E. News: Bikes Are Back Next Month!
- More P. E. News: Field Day Is Coming Friday, June 5; Volunteers Needed!
- From the Shelves of the Lane Library: Third Quarter Overdue Notices and End-of-Year Reminders
- SOL Testing Begins This Thursday! Support Your Children During Important Spring Assessments
- Last Day to Order Yearbooks Is Friday, May 1
- Calling All Kindergarteners for the 2026-27 School Year! Now Is the Time to Register!
- FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Now Accepting Applications for 2026-27 School Year
- PTA News: PTA Meeting and Board Elections, May 7; Elite Martial Arts Games Night, May 1
- Parent Resources: Required immunizations, upcoming webinars
- Community Events & Activities: Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day, May 6; Hayfield youth field hockey clinic
News & Notes
“Muffins for Military Lions” Potluck Breakfast This Wednesday, April 29
April is the Month of the Military Child (MOMC), and here at Lane our special activities to celebrate the strength, spirit, and resilience of the many young military-connected lions we have in our community continue through the end of the month. Nearly 25 percent of our students are military-connected.
This Wednesday, April 29, we will host our traditional “Muffins for Military Lions” potluck breakfast for our military-connected students and families before school at 8:30 a.m. We recognize that all Lane Lions are connected to these students as classmates, friends, neighbors, and more, so all Lane Lions —military and non-military—and their families are welcome to attend.
We ask that each family bring a dozen mini muffins or half a dozen full-size muffins (or other breakfast treat) to share with others. Muffins and other items can be store-bought or homemade. We just ask that if you make your own you provide an ingredients list so that our families with allergies can choose safely.
If you’d like join us that morning, please fill out this form by noon tomorrow and tell us what you’ll bring.
NO Early Release Wednesday This Week!
Because of the election-related closure on the 21st as well as weather-related cancelations and delays earlier this year, the previously scheduled Early Release Wednesday this month has been converted back to a full day.
All students will be released at the regular 4:05 dismissal time on April 29.
Help Us Celebrate Our Amazing Staff and Teachers During Appreciation Week Next Week!
Next week—Monday, May 4, through Friday, May 8—is National Teacher Appreciation Week. Here at Lane, it’s Staff Appreciation Week, because all of our staff members go above and beyond every single day to support, inspire, and care for our students.
We are excited to celebrate our amazing staff next week. Last year your generosity made a big impact and our teachers felt truly valued. If you’re able, we’d love your support again this year. Contributions will be used for small gifts and prizes throughout the week to show our appreciation.
Visit this link to see how you can contribute: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3JS8AJEC6L9UH?ref_=wl_share.
We've also created a flyer with easy suggestions for how your child can show their appreciation. Here's the list:
- Monday: Wear your teacher's favorite color
- Tuesday: Bring your teacher's favorite beverage
- Wednesday: Write your teacher a note
- Thursday: Bring your teacher's favorite flower
- Friday: Celebrate your teacher with a gift of your choice.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference every day!
With appreciation,
Mrs. Opie, Mr. Dickens, and Mrs. Lopez
Lane Safety Patrol Applications Now Open for Upcoming School Year!
Would your child like to be a Safety Patrol next year? If so, now is the time to apply! Any current 4th or 5th grader may apply to be a Safety Patrol for the 2026-2027 school year. Follow this link to fill out the application.
Students and parents are encouraged to complete the application together so they are both aware of the requirements, duties, and responsibilities.
Applications are due Sunday, May 17, 2026. Notifications of acceptance will be emailed to the student’s school account and the parent’s email by May 27.
Questions? Please contact P.E. teacher Mr. P at PPPhongsavan@fcps.edu.
SAVE THE DATE for Our Spring Cultural Awareness & Recognition Event (CARE) Night—Thursday, May 21, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Our final cultural celebration event of this school year—Spring Cultural Awareness & Recognition Event (CARE) Night—has been scheduled for Thursday, May 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. We’ll have displays and activities for you to learn more about Autism Acceptance Month, Arab American Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Easter, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and Caribbean Heritage Month, which all occur during the spring season. There will definitely be music and snacks as well. Watch for a flyer coming soon!
P.E. News: Bikes Are Back Next Month
P.E. will have the bikes again for ALL grades Monday, May 4, through Friday, May 22, except for Wednesday, May 20. Students who do not yet know how to ride a bike will have the opportunity to learn during class.
There will be helmets available to share (with hairnets). If students would like to use their own helmets, they may, but they need to fit correctly. Please refer to the image/directions below to check your child’s helmet.
Please note:
- Helmets are legally required for all people under the age of 15 in Fairfax County.
- Hairstyles can affect the sizing and fit of helmets; low, smooth styles are preferred.
- Closed-toed shoes are required for participation, and loose clothing is not advised as it could get caught in the gears.
Image courtesy of Montgomery Co., MD Fire
More P. E. News: Field Day Is Coming Friday, June 5, Volunteers Needed!
Field Day 2026 will be Friday, June 5, for all grade levels. This schoolwide event allows the students to participate in a variety of games and activities as a class. They will rotate through stations that provide different challenges.
- Third through 5th grade students will participate in Field Day from 9:20 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.
- Kindergarten through 2nd grade students will participate from 12:50 to 3:35 p.m.
Sixth graders will be running stations this year, but adult volunteers are also needed to support them. Volunteers will help the students have a memorable day by coordinating station activities. All volunteers will receive instructions on how the station should run. There will be some water stations this year, so we need some volunteers who are willing to get wet.
All volunteers will need to sign up with the new FCPS volunteer system, if they haven’t already completed the approval process. Our family liaison, Melanie Crosby Hardy, will be monitoring our Sign-Up Genius electronic sign-up and will contact those volunteers who still need to register in that system.
Here is the link to sign up to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44ACAE2BA6FA7-63530838-field.
We are also seeking donations of specific items for certain stations. Please review the materials needed and help us out if you’re able.
Thank you in advance for supporting this special activity and our P. E. team!
Last Day to Order Yearbooks Is Friday, May 1!
There are only a few days left to order 2025-2026 yearbooks! Pre-sales will end this Friday, May 1, and there will likely be no extra books available in June. If you want a yearbook for your child please order one now!
The price of each book is $22. You can have your child’s name printed on the cover for an additional $5.
To order, go to https://www.buytheyearbook.com, put in Lane Yearbook School ID #732283, and pay with your credit card. All orders are online only. Books will be distributed at school in early June.
From the Shelves of the Lane Library: Third Quarter Overdue Notices and End-of-Year Reminders
Dear Lane Readers,
Overdue notices were emailed last week to the parents of students who have books that were due on or before March 27. Please do your best to look for these books and return them in good condition! It is also possible that books have been sent to school but have not yet made it to the library. If this is the case, apologies in advance for the crossed communication.
Starting in mid-May, notices regarding ALL library items that are checked out will be sent home weekly. All library books are due on Wednesday, June 3.
As a reminder, there are no fines for overdue books, however families are expected to pay the replacement cost for lost or damaged books.
Contact Sue Chozick, Librarian (schozick@fcps.edu), with any questions.
SOL Testing Begins April 30! Support Your Children During Important Spring Assessments
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.
FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.
If you have a child in grades 3 through 6, please remember that SOL testing begins this week on Thursday, April 30. Here is the full schedule by grade level:
- Thursday, April 30 – 3rd & 5th Grade Reading
- Friday, May 1– 4th & 6th Grade Reading
- Wednesday, May 13 – 5th Grade Science
- Monday, May 18 – 3rd & 6th Grade Math
- Tuesday, May 19 – 4th & 5th Grade Math.
If your student is absent on the SOL test day, all efforts will be made to have them test on the day they return to school. If you know ahead of time that your child will be absent the day of the SOL test, please let your child’s teacher know as soon as possible.
You can help your children be physically prepared for testing by ensuring that they have a good night’s sleep the night before, eat a healthy breakfast in the morning, and come to school with a positive attitude. Be sure to remind them about the restrictions on using devices connected to the internet (such as smart watches) during testing.
Questions about SOL testing? Reach out to Lane’s Testing Coordinator and Math Resource Teacher, Kristie Cohen, kmcohen@fcps.edu.
Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters.
Calling All Kindergarteners for the 2026-27 School Year! Now Is the Time to Register!
Do you have a child at home ready to start kindergarten next year? If so, now is the time to let us know your little lion will be coming to Lane! Registration for the 2026-27 school year is now underway, and we want to hear from you!
There’s an easy five-step process to register a child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
You can read more about the registration process here. For additional information, please contact Sook Fan Simpson, our school registrar, at sksimpson@fcps.edu.
If you don’t have a rising kindergartener yourself, please share this information with friends and neighbors who do.
Try Online Registration!
Online registration for the 2026-27 school year is open for all grades, kindergarten through 12th grade. It’s the quickest way to start the process! Learn how to begin the online registration process here.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
If you’d like more information, please visit Lane’s Kindergarten Registration page on our school website:https://lanees.fcps.edu/announcements/kindergarten-registration-2026-27-now-open.
FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Now Accepting Applications for 2026-27 School Year
FCPS PreK and Early Head Start are now accepting applications for School Year 2026-27!
This is a high-quality Early Childhood Program for eligible families. PreK (which stands for Pre-Kindergarten) is a full-day program, and spaces are limited. The PreK program prioritizes children who will be 4 years old by September 30 but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30.
Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:
- Live in Fairfax County
- PreK: Have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30
- Early Head Start: Have a child who is 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon, and Springfield areas
- Have a student(s) with economic and educational risk factors such as:
- Income eligibility
- Homelessness or Foster Care
- A Parent with Limited Education
- Student receives Special Education Services.
For more information or to apply, visit the FCPS PreK website, email fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu, or call the PreK Office at 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
¡El programa PreK y Early Head Start de FCPS ya está aceptando solicitudes para el año escolar 2026-27!
Somos un programa de educación infantil de alta calidad para familias que cumplen con los requisitos. El programa de PreK es dia completa y los espacios son limitados. El programa PreK prioriza a los niños de 4 años cumplidos antes del 30 de septiembre, pero también acepta solicitudes para niños de 3 años cumplidos antes de esa fecha.
Su familia puede calificar para PreK o Early Head Start si:
- Vivir en el condado de Fairfax
- PreK: Tiene un hijo que tendrá 3 o 4 años antes del 30 de septiembre
- Early Head Start: Tiene un niño de 0 a 2 años de edad y mujeres embarazadas que viven en las áreas de Reston, Herndon, y Springfield
- Tiene un estudiante(s) con factores de riesgo económico y educativo como:
- Elegibilidad por ingresos
- Sin hogar o acogida temporal
- Un padre con educación limitada
- El estudiante recibe servicios de educación especial
Para obtener más información, visite el sitio web, llame a la Oficina de PreK: 703-208-7900 (Inglés), 703-208-7901 (Español), o envia un correo electrónico: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu.
PTA News
Would You Like to Get More Involved with the Lane PTA? Board Positions Are Open for the 2026-27 School Year!
Getting involved with the PTA is a wonderful way to connect with the Lane community. Not only does it help you stay engaged, but it’s also incredibly rewarding to see how excited the students are when familiar faces show up throughout the year at school events and how thankful staff members are for the PTA’s ongoing support. Now is a great time to take that next step to get more involved! The PTA will be holding board elections at their in-person meeting on May 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lane Cafeteria. They would love for you to consider joining the team!
If you’re interested, please take a look at the available board positions below and email PTA President Connecticut Wilson-Familoni at president@lanepta.org with the role you’re interested in and a brief note on why it appeals to you.
Open Positions:
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Sponsorship Chair: This key role, introduced last year, focuses on securing sponsorships for our events and programs, which helps strengthen partnerships within our community. Working under the VP of Fundraising, this role is most active at the start of the school year and during seasonal events. It’s a great opportunity to build relationships with local businesses and support our school’s initiatives.
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Social Co-Chair: This is a monthly and seasonal role that partners with the VP of Social to plan and execute events. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics and ensuring events run smoothly—from monthly gatherings to larger celebrations. It's perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on event planning and behind-the-scenes coordination.
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Fall Fundraising Chair: Working alongside our VP of Fundraising, this role focuses on planning our major fall fundraiser, with peak activity from July through October. If you’re excited about organizing impactful fundraising efforts, this is a great opportunity to make a difference.
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Spiritwear Chair: This role manages our school spiritwear throughout the year. After a bulk order is placed before the school year begins, responsibilities include monitoring inventory, overseeing sales, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
PTA leaders understand that time is precious, especially as full-time working parents themselves, and they truly appreciate any level of support you’re able to offer. If joining the board isn’t the right fit this year, you are still encouraged to join this great organization as a general member when registration opens in July/August—every bit of support makes a difference!
Elite M.A. Kingstowne Offers Parents a Night Out— Friday, May 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Need a night off? Are your kids looking for a fun new adventure? PTA partner Elite Martial Arts (EMA) in Kingstowne can help!
Friday, May 1, 6:30 to 8:30, they are hosting a Parents Night Out. For $25 per child, you can drop them off and enjoy an evening out while the kids have their own fun! One hundred percent of the proceeds from this event are donated back to the PTA. Use this link to sign up.
Please note: This event is for children 6 years old and older.
Parent Resources
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders
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.
All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older.
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.
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.
Our Office of the Ombuds Is at Your Service!
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.
Upcoming Free Webinars from the Family Resource Center
Kinship Part 4: Finding Supports as an Extended Family Member Raising Children with Special Needs
Friday, May 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
In this session, we will review different types of support available to kinship families who are raising children and youth with disabilities and other specialized needs.
Register here
Community Events & Activities
Spring Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day Is Wednesday, May 6!
Schools across Fairfax County will participate in Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day on Wednesday, May 6, in an effort to promote physical activity and reduce traffic congestion and pollution near schools. Students and staff are encouraged to bike or walk to school and work, where safe to do so, that day. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to school. Although Lane has no special event planned, it is a registered participant.
Hayfield Field Hockey Offers Youth Clinic—Tuesday, May 26, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Hayfield Secondary’s Field Hockey team will be offering a clinic for students in 3rd through 8th grade on Tuesday, May 26 (a student holiday), from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cost is $50 per child. Visit this link to register and get more information.
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