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 This week we celebrated our amazing Bus Drivers! We WHEELIE appreciate you!
Upcoming Events
May 4-8 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 5 - G4 Reading SOL
May 6 - G5 Reading SOL
May 7 - G3 and G6 Reading SOL
May 12 - G4 Math SOL
May 13 - 3-hr Early Release & Clean Kitchen Shake Shack
May 14 - G3 and G6 Math SOL
May 15 - G5 Math SOL
🎤 The ROAR Report
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This month’s episode features our auction winner, 5th grader Xavier Paldao! He joined us to share more about himself, his 5th grade experience, and what he’s looking forward to next year. Click to listen to our May episode!
Previous Episodes:
December - Technology at Home
January - Resetting Routines and Expectations
February - WIDA ACCESS test for ML students
March - Health Department Guidance
April - Math & Literacy Resources; SOL tips and strategies
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2026-2027 Class Placement and Family Input Form
We are starting to work on our plans for the 2026-2027 school year! Class placements are an essential component of learning and building community. If you have information that you would like us to consider as we determine placements, please share your input by answering a few questions in the attached form. We know that a good teacher-student match and a productive mix of children are ingredients for success, and we carefully consider each child’s strengths and needs during this process. Please do not request specific teachers, as this does not take into account the many variables we must take into consideration. It is far more valuable to share particular academic or behavioral information. Please use the following link to submit your input:https://forms.gle/2bdZtAs1DNWMN4JR8
Happy Principals Day!
Happy Principals Day Ms. Iyer and Ms. Dauberman! Thank you for your leadership, dedication, care, and effort you put in day in and day out in order to create a positive supportive environment for students, staff, and families. You are the foundation of Woodburn and we are so thankful to have you. We hope you know how much of an impact you’ve made on our Woodburn community. We appreciate you!
Spring SOL Testing
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.
Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and the cell phone policy still applies during testing season.
It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify your student’s school as soon as possible.
Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters.
Woodburn SOL Testing Schedule
Grade 3
- May 7: Reading
- May 14: Math
Grade 4
- May 5: Reading
- May 12: Math
Grade 5
- May 6: Reading
- May 15: Math
Grade 6
- May 7: Reading
- May 14: Math
Girls on the Run Service Project
This year for their service project, our Girls on the Run club will be collecting donations for Woodburn’s Little Food Pantry and the Little Free Library from Friday, May 1 through Friday, May 15.
Items that are accepted for the Little Free Library:
- gently used picture books and chapter books for kids
Items that are accepted for the Little Food Pantry:
- Dried Beans
- Dried Rice
- Pasta
- Cereal
- Oatmeal
- Pancake Mix
- Seasonings
- Vegetable Oil
*No glass items and no perishable foods, please!
We will have bins located around the school for the donations and the girls will help stock the pantry and library every Friday until the end of the school year. We would love to help our neighbors and community – please donate if you can!
 Our News Room got an upgrade! Our equipment was recently upgraded and we are loving the new setup!
Happy School Lunch Hero Day
This morning Food Services presented our Woodburn Cafeteria Team with a Certificate of Excellence for their outstanding operational practices. Read what was shared about them below. We are so incredibly lucky to have such an incredible team supporting our Wildcats each day. Congratulations ladies!
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“The Woodburn Elementary School Kitchen Team is a truly deserving recipient of recognition during School Hero Week. Despite being a small team of just four staff members, they consistently operate at an exceptional level of efficiency and professionalism. Under the leadership of Manager Ms. Villegas, whose attention to detail and impeccable paperwork set a high standard, the team maintains outstanding operational practices. This team goes above and beyond in serving students. They treat every child with kindness, respect, and genuine care, ensuring that each meal is not only nutritious and high-quality but also delivered with warmth and compassion. This team exemplifies what it means to be School Heroes—dedicated, hardworking, and deeply committed to the well-being of the students they serve.”
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Bike & Roll to School Day!
Love riding your bike? Celebrate Bike & Roll to School Day and join students, families, and teachers across the country in biking to school together! This national event promotes healthy habits, encourages walking and biking, and helps reduce car traffic.
While it’s a one-day event, Bike to School Day inspires long-term change by showing communities the benefits of safer, active school commutes. Mark your calendars: May 6, 2026! Registration is open at www.walkbiketoschool.org/registration/, and the FCPS Safe Routes to School team offers incentives for participating schools. Ride together, make a difference, and show your community the power of active travel!
  Students gather with their bikes during PE, enjoying an active and fun time.
Kindergarten Registration
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment (the student and one caregiver must be present).
If your student does live in the Woodburn ES boundary, please fill out the new student registration intake form. This form will be submitted to our school registrar, Jackie Garcia, who will be able to assist you with the new student registration process.
The Wizard of Oz - LJMS
Luther Jackson Middle School’s drama department is proud to present the timeless class, The Wizard of Oz, and we would love to have you come! Tickets are available on the LJMS website or by using the QR code for only $6. Tickets will also be sold at the door for $8. There are still showtimes this weekend - Friday, May 1st, 7:00 pm and Saturday, May 2nd 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm. The 2:00 pm matinee show is especially for our young audience members- after the show there will be a special photo opportunity with cast & crew.
Come out and see the world of Oz come to life!
Shake Shack Donation Day – Support Our PTA!
Join us on Wednesday, May 13th from 10:30 AM–10:30 PM at Shake Shack (Mosaic District) for a delicious way to give back! Simply mention Donation Day at the register or use promo code DONATE when ordering online or in the app, and 25% of your purchase will be donated to the Woodburn Elementary PTA. Thank you for your support!
Thank Your Teacher
Blank thank you notes were sent home in yesterday's Thursday folders. Please have your student complete these for their teacher, then bring them in along with a nut-free, individually wrapped snack or drink next Thursday, May 7th. A list of teacher favorite things can be found here.
Teacher Appreciation Week
The PTA needs your help!
Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week. We are looking for donations of breakfast foods on Mon, May 4th, and donations of flowers on Tues, May 5th. Items can be dropped off at the front office between 8:00-9:00 am, or delivered to the cooler at 7816 Byrds Nest Pass the day before. The front office is also collecting gift cards to raffle off to staff all week.
Click this link for these and other opportunities to celebrate our teachers!
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.
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.
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.
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Girls on the Run participants circle up together after school, building teamwork and confidence.
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.
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.
FCPS News
In 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.
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