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Weekly Update for May 1, 2026
 Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18.
The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.
  Bravo, Willow Springs Singers! 🎤
Huge congratulations to our 6th graders who performed at the All-County Choral Festival on April 17–18. Out of 700 voices at Lake Braddock Secondary, our students stood out for their dedication and talent. After months of preparation following their Fall auditions, they delivered a "fantastic" Saturday concert. We are incredibly proud of their hard work!
For more than 50 years, the All-County Sixth Grade Choral Festival has been a cornerstone of the Fairfax County Public Schools community, a testament to the dedication and beautiful artistry of our sixth grade singers.
Experience the pure joy of their music and understand the profound and enduring importance of the arts in nurturing creativity and shaping young lives.
 WSES Farmer's Market is Open
Friday's after school for the month of May at dismissal from 4-4:30 p.m. Local and healthy from Piney Meadow Farm, AND our school garden, when possible.
BY THE BLACKTOP - CASH AND VENMO ACCEPTED
Family Information Phone Lines
FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines.
Girls Basketball Camp
The Fairfax Girls Basketball Staff is hosting basketball camp the week of July 13-16 from 9 AM – 3 PM and Friday July 17 9 AM – 12 PM at Fairfax HS. The camps will provide quality instruction, skill development, fun interactive games and team play. For more information, online registration, and payment go to
https://givebutter.com/futurelionsgirlsbasketball
 Unleash Your Creativity!
Looking for ways to keep your student engaged, active, and inspired this summer? We are kicking off our summer opportunities list with some fantastic arts programs hosted by Fairfax County Public Schools. Whether your child is a budding Picasso, a future Broadway star, or just loves to move and groove, there is something for everyone!
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open for FCPS summer camps and learning opportunities.
Career and Technical Education camps, and Fine and Performing 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 schools.
Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced-price meals. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
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Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing.
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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.
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Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts, and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
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Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theatre. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well.
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Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive camp 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. Read about last year’s camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
 Registration
If your child will attend Willow Springs, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible.
FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage.
Students in grades 3, 4, 5, ad 6 will take the Standards of Learning (SOL)Tests in May. Visit our school's website to see the testing dates. Testing dates can be found on the Willow Springs Website's Events Page.
Monday, May 4 | 6th Grade Reading
Tuesday, May 5 | 5th Grade Reading
Thursday, May 7 | 4th Grade Reading
Friday, May 8 | 3rd Grade Reading
Tuesday, May 12 | 5th Grade Math
Thursday, May 14 | 4th Grade Math
Friday, May 15 | 3rd Grade Math
Monday, May 18 | 6th/7th Grade Math
Tuesday, May 19 | 5th Grade Science
Thursday,May 21| Algebra
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month
May 4-8: Staff Appreciation Week
May 4-29: SOL Testing in grades 3, 4, 5, & 6
May 20: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1 PM Dismissal
May 25: Memorial Day Holiday, All Schools Closed
May 26: Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
May 27: Eid Holiday, All Schools Closed
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