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May 2nd- Track Meet @ West Springfield High School
May 5th- 8th grade Science SOL
May 11th- 7th & 8th grade Reading SOL
May 14th- 7th & 8th grade Math SOL
May 25th- No school- Memorial Day
May 26th- No school- Teacher work day
May 27th- No school- Eid
June 17th- Last day of school
Continuing to GROW
Our students are continuing their efforts to beautify the courtyard and grow some delicious fruits and vegetables! We are proud of the hard work these students have put into making our outdoor learning space beautiful and functional.
 Students planting tomato seedlings.
 Student installing a grape vine trellis.
Special Thank You to Meadows Farms Nursery:
We’d like to thank Meadows Farms Nursery for their efforts in helping to sow the seeds of our success! Our students are hard at work bringing a fresh load of compost into the courtyard to plant our spring vegetables.
Message from Principal:
Dear Irving MS Families,
As we approach our upcoming Standards of Learning tests (see schedule below), we wanted to share a few thoughts on how we can work together to support our students.
Testing is a chance for our students to show off what they’ve learned this year. While these assessments provide us with helpful data to better support their growth, they are simply a "snapshot" of a single moment in time. They don’t measure a student’s kindness, creativity, or the unique perspective they bring to our classrooms every day.
We want our students to give their best effort, and we also want them to maintain a healthy headspace. Here are a few ways to help your child navigate the week with confidence:
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Prioritize the "Big Three": A consistent bedtime, a reliable breakfast, and plenty of water are the best fuel for a focused mind.
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The "Effort over Outcome" Talk: Encourage them to focus on the process rather than the score. Remind them that as long as they try their best, they’ve already succeeded.
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Keep Routine Consistent: Testing can feel "heavy." Keeping evening routines familiar and low-stress helps provide a sense of stability.
We are so proud of the hard work your children have put in this year. Thank you for being our partners in helping them shine—without the unnecessary stress.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Quigley, Interim Principal
SOL Exam Schedule
At Irving Middle School, most students will complete the SOL exams on the following dates:
 *Students who score between 375-399 on their SOL exam are permitted to retake the test if they also have parental permission to do so. If you’d like to opt-in to having your child retake an SOL exam if they qualify, please submit your decision using the Parent Digital Consent application (https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent) or contact our school test coordinator, Leigh Arscott at lbarscott@fcps.edu, to give permission for retesting.
Leigh Arscott
School Test Coordinator/MTSS Coordinator
Laptop Collection:
Laptop collection is scheduled for June 10 and 11 in PE classes. At the time of collection, the HP 45W charger (shown below) must also be turned in. We cannot accept any other brand charger, including off-brand names. If you need to purchase a replacement charger, you may do so in the Irving School Store in MySchoolBucks for $29. If your child will be leaving school before June 10, please have them bring their laptop and charger to the Tech Office before June 10. THANK YOU!
FCPS CTE Summer Learning Opportunity!
We're thrilled to invite you to join us for an unforgettable experience at one of the CTE summer enrichment programs! These week-long programs will introduce you to the wonderful world of Career and Technical Education, help you develop new skills, and make new friends.
Our programs offer a wide range of activities designed to spark your curiosity and keep you engaged. You will have the opportunity to learn coding, problem solving, cooking, and more! Our experienced and enthusiastic teachers are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment where you can challenge yourself and discover new passions.
You can find more details about our programs on our camp websites below:
We are able to offer a limited number of students currently in grades 2-11 at a Code UP! grant school with a one-week registration at no cost! If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out the interest form linked below by May 8th.
CTE Summer Enrichment Interest Form: https://forms.gle/ytfQWmR4MQ6FuvrBA
Families will be notified in the following weeks to confirm whether they will receive one of the sponsored seats—students will be chosen by a lottery if there are more interested families than seats available.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Beth Mehr, CTE Educational Specialist at bgmehr@fcps.edu. We'd be happy to chat with you and your family.
Katie Richter
Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)
Irving Middle School
703.912.4573
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.
Most students in the school now have a book that they’re reading for their English class. 8th grade students have selected a title from among several novels for a Dystopian Fiction unit. 7th graders are reading a fiction book of their choice. We are happy to discuss any of the Dystopian books with 8th grade students. 7th grade students should reach out to us if they’d like to switch books, or if they’d like to discuss their novels.
With SOL testing coming up, please encourage your student to keep a book with them on testing days. After students finish the test, they will have time to read a book.
Keep reading!
Mary Ann Monk & Chad Brizek Irving Librarians
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Yearbook Orders:
737 out of the total 800 copies are already pre-ordered. (2/26/26)
The deadline for ordering “Customized” name plates on the cover of your student’s yearbook is March 2nd. This add-on incurs a surcharge. Order your student’s yearbook now. It’s easy to order online at yearbookforever.com
The 100-page, full-color yearbook costs only $25 and will be delivered to students in early June 2026
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The After School Program is designed to support academic achievement, foster personal interests and talents, and initiate positive social experiences for all students.
The After School Program runs 5 days a week unless noted. Monday through Thursday, our clubs and activities will run in two activity blocks (2:25 pm to 3:25 pm and 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm) with late buses; late buses arrive after 4:30 pm; FAB Fridays are 2:15 pm to 3:30 pm (please view the schedule on All Parents in Schoology). The club schedule will vary by day and week, the most up-to-date schedule will be posted in the “After School” section in the student portal and Schoology. Students may not leave school and return for the after school program.
In order to sign up for a club, students must sign up using the Weekly Signup located in the After School Program folder located in the Schoology All Students Course and the After School section of the student portal.
Students may participate in as many clubs as they want. We encourage them to try something new as part of the After School Program!
ALL athletic activities and clubs require athletic footwear to participate, locker rooms are not accessible during the After School Program.
Coming Soon:
Tennis Club, begins Tuesday, May 5, 1st block; participants must bring their own racket
Flag Football, began Monday, April 20, 1st block
Shot Put T&F, will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:25pm - 3:10pm
Guitar Club, began Monday, April 27, 1st block
Football Club, began Wednesday, April 15, 1st block
Kindness Club & Super Sleuths, restarted on Wednesday, April 15, 1st block
Star Trek (Doomsday Machine) Series, began Thursday, April 16, both blocks
Track & Field, began Tuesday, April 7 at 3pm
Open Gym, is offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays, both blocks
Yo-Yo Club, began Tuesday, March 10, 1st block
WITS is moved to WEDNESDAYS
TV Studio returned to Mondays
Boys’ Volleyball Club, began Monday, February 9, 2nd block
WSHS Spanish Honor Society Tutoring, began Thursday, January 22, 2nd block
** When picking up students from After School programs, please use the front loop (not the bus lane in front of the main entrance) - students will come out the main entrance.**
Join us for our final PTA meeting of the school year!
Join us on May 12th at 6:30pm in the Irving Library for our final PTA meeting of the school year. We will be introducing and voting on our new board members for the 2026-27 school year, discussing plans for the summer, and hosting a meet-and-greet with our new Irving Middle School Principal Ms. Emily Cincinnati! Stay tuned for more information to come!
Save the date for our final Spirit Night at Nando Peri-Peri Chicken
Join us on Wednesday, May 13th from 4:00-8:00pm for our final spirit night of the year at Nando's Peri-Peri Chicken! 40% of all purchases will be donated to us to support our amazing Irving community! Can't wait to see you there!
We are excited to announce our nominees for the 2026-2027 Irving Middle School PTA Executive Board!
Presient: Elizabeth Diaz
Vice-President: Vacant
Secretary: Joy Jiandani Treasurer: Anna Taleysnik
Voting will take place during our final PTA meeting on Tuesday, May 12th. If you are interested in serving on the executive board, please let us know! Email irvingmspta@gmail.com.
Washington Irving Middle School PTA
irvingmspta@gmail.com
https://irvingms.givebacks.com
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Upcoming Events
Fairfax City Volleyball Cup
KJMS Eagles vs. Irving Horsemen
Friday, May 15th, 2026 at 6:30pm
$5 admission at the door.
Katherine Johnson Middle School, 3801 Jermantown Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
If you prefer to have an abbreviated way to share district news, consider sharing the language below in your newsletter. Please edit the list of topics to best fit the needs of your community.
Newsletters:
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FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Summer Learning
- Mental Health Resources
- Thank You, Bus Drivers and Food Service Workers
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
FCPS Family Cafe: Introduction to Career Pathways for Students
Join Family and School Partnerships to explore career pathways, academies, and the wide range of courses and certifications available in FCPS.
This virtual workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 13, at 6:30 p.m. and will highlight the various career and technical education courses available to middle and high school students in FCPS. Currently, there are more than 160 Career and Technical Education (CTE) course options available to students. Many CTE programs include industry credentials, work-based learning, and career and technical student organizations, allowing students to develop the skills needed to be successful in future education, training, and careers.
Register in advance for Career Pathways to receive the Zoom link. Email FamilyEngagement@fcps.edu for more information or call 703-204-4300.
Registration for FCPS athletic preparticipation exams (physicals) is now open:
APPOINTMENT REGISTRATION
All middle and high school students interested in participating in school athletic programs MUST have a valid athletic physical on file with their school prior to participating. All rising middle school students, specifically those who will be in 7th or 8th grade (and rising 6th graders at Poe, Glasgow, and Holmes middle schools) next school year (2026-2027) interested in participating in the middle school sports program are eligible to receive a FREE athletic physical exam through these events.
Athletic physicals are coordinated by the certified athletic trainers at our FCPS high schools and are only available at the dates and times indicated. Students must register in advance and additional information is available through the link above.
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