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Dear Belle View Families,
This week, we successfully kicked off SOL testing with our 5th and 6th-grade reading assessments. Next week, our 3rd and 4th-grade students will follow suit, and we are so proud of the effort everyone is putting in.
In other exciting news, you may have heard your students talking about our chick incubator in the library! Mrs. Daly has been sharing the fascinating hatching process with all students during their weekly library lessons, and we are eagerly expecting the chicks to arrive right around Mother’s Day.
Looking ahead, the Lamb Mowers will be arriving this Monday as we officially kick off Staff Appreciation Week. We are incredibly lucky to have such a dedicated and talented group of educators here at Belle View. Please take a moment to help your child create a card or a small token of appreciation to celebrate our hard-working teachers and staff.
Upcoming Reminders:
May 4–8: Staff Appreciation Week
May 7: 6th Grade to Weather Day at Nat’s Park
May 11: PTA-sponsored Staff Breakfast
May 20: 3-hour Early Release
May 25–27: No School for Students
Have a wonderful weekend, and I will look forward to seeing you around the View! 🐾
Principal Pluntke
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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.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
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.
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Our 4th Quarter Staff Appreciation Breakfast will be held on Monday, May 11th. Please sign up to donate an item or help with set up!
Breakfast Sign Up
Questions? Reach out to Jeff Foltz @ jfoltz@hotmail.com
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Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders
As required by the Code of VA, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend at a Virginia public school.
In addition, all students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older;
- Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older;
- A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents or guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s healthcare provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Immunization appointments are available. Inspire Health Alliance will be providing immunizations for currently enrolled FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Visit the Inspire Immunization Events Student Registration webpage to schedule an appointment.
Additional Immunization Resources are also available.
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.
First Saturday Book Sale Saturday, May 2nd from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library, 2nd Floor Who: All ages Stop by the Friends of Sherwood Regional Library First Saturday Book Sale. Choose from a wide variety of gently used books and media for all ages. Sale purchases support library programs for all ages.
Exhibit: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka Saturday, May 2nd from 9-10:00 a.m. Sunday, May 3rd from 9-10:00 a.m. Where: Alexandria Library Special Collections 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 Who: All ages The art exhibit celebrates the anniversary and lasting impact of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a court decision on May 17, 1954, that ended segregation in public schools. This art exhibit presents a series of powerful paintings and archival materials that commemorate the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (May 17, 1954) and honors both the known and unknown individuals and their connection to the outcome of this landmark decision, which declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional. The exhibit demonstrates that desegregation was driven by ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Figures such as Dred Scott, Benjamin Butler, Homer Plessy, Oliver Otis Howard, Anna Hedgeman, and Constance Baker Motley along with others represent the communities, grassroots organizers, and civil rights organizations whose collective efforts worked to turn the promise of Brown into reality.
May the 4th All Ages Costume Contest Monday, May 4th from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: All ages Join Sherwood Library for a May the 4th Day costume contest! Come dressed as your favorite character or species from the you-know-what universe. Participants will be divided into Junior, Teen, and Adult groups. The winner from each will receive a prize! No registration required.
Final FCPS-Lexia Parent Information Night Wednesday, May 6th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Virtual Who: Parents & Caregivers Do you want to learn more about Lexia? Join the Lexia® Learning for a family information night to learn how FCPS is using Lexia® Core5 and Lexia® PowerUp in classrooms across the district in the 25-26SY to support students' Literacy growth. Topics to be covered during this session include:
- What is Lexia Core5 and PowerUp and how do the programs support your students' individual learning needs?
- How does Lexia support teacher planning and instruction
- How is Lexia data being used for progress monitoring and goal setting by educators
- Tips for supporting your student at home.
Registration Required
Coding Game Night Thursday, May 7th from 6-7:00 p.m. Where: Charles E. Beatley Central Library 5005 Duke Street Alexandria, VA 22304 Who: All ages Drop in and play with our coding board games, card games, toys, and robots! Bring yourself, bring a friend, or bring the family. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This is a space for self-directed exploration and discovery, with limited staff and volunteers available to help. No registration required.
American Girl Book Club: Kirsten Sunday, May 10th from 3-4:00 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: Ages 6-11 This May, FCPL is highlighting immigrant stories as part of our year-long America 250 celebration. AG Book Club will read Meet Kirsten about Kirsten Larson, a Swedish immigrant living in 1850s Minnesota. We will chat about the book and create a Kirsten-inspired craft. Participants are encouraged but not required to read Meet Kirsten. Library staff will have copies of Meet Kirsten reserved for book club which can be picked up at the Information Desk. Registration Required Twice Exceptional Series Part 3 - Beyond High School: Preparing Twice- exceptional Students for College, Career, and Adult Life Through Executive Functioning and Essential Life Skills Friday, May 15th from 10-11:30 a.m. Where: Virtual Who: All Families Families will learn strategies to support 2e students in developing executive functioning skills and essential life skills while empowering them to navigate college, career, and independent life successfully. Register Here
Candy Crushers: DIY Confectionary - Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Friday, May 15th from 4:30-5:15 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: Ages 6-18 From the popular Japanese candy-making series, Popin' Cookin' brings you a fun and interactive experience crafting miniature, edible treats. Popin' Cookin' Foods:
Bento Cakes Donuts Gummies Hamburger Ramen Sushi Waffles
Choice of a candy-making kit is first come, first served, while supplies last. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Each registered guest will receive one candy-making kit. Please register each child/teen separately (no need to register adults). A limited number of walk-in seats might be available; please ask the presenter the day-of. Registered guests who arrive late may forfeit their seat to a walk-in. Registration Required (Opens May 1, 2026)
Decoration Day Sunday, May 24th from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: All ages Create Memorial Day decor to honor fallen United States military personnel. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Sibshops/SibTeen Summer Camp Monday, June 22nd and Tuesday, June 23rd Where: Fairfax Villa Elementary 10900 Santa Clara Dr, Fairfax, VA Sibshops and SibTeen will hold a two-day summer camp for children in FCPS schools who have a sibling with a disability. Camp will be held on Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23 from 9:00am-2:30pm at Fairfax Villa Elementary (10900 Santa Clara Dr, Fairfax, VA). Each day participants will engage in a variety of fun recreation and art-based community building activities and discussion related to their shared experience and access peer support. Lunch will be provided each day. Sibshops is open to children in grades 2nd through 5th. SibTeen is offered to children in grades 6 through 9. Contact FCPSSibshops@fcps.edu with questions. Register here
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Did you know we have baby chicks about to hatch in our library? Students have been writing from the point of view of the baby chicks and are looking forward to when they hatch.
The hatch day is estimated as May 11th. Stay tuned.
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SOL's have begun! See below for the dates for tests next week.
Grade 3 Testing
Reading-May 6th and Math-May 13th
Grade 4 Testing
Reading-May 7th and Math-May 14th
Grade 5 Testing
Science-May 5th and Math-May 12th
Grade 6 Testing
Math-May 18th
Have a question? Want to share your students' success? Click Here
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Parents, Families, and Teachers can join today!!
$11 for Individuals/$20 for a Family
Join Today!
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Staff Appreciation Week-May 4-8th
May 20th-3-hour Early Release-Dismissal at 12:55
May 25-Memorial Day Holiday-No School
May26-No School-Teacher Work Day
May 27-No School-Eid Holiday
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