Dear Wolftrap Families,
🎉🎉🎈🎈🥳🥳As we enter Teacher Appreciation Week, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible educators who make our school a home for learning. Our teachers don’t just deliver lessons; they spark curiosity, provide a safe harbor for our students, and work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. WE ❤️WOLFTRAP TEACHERS!
We are constantly reminded of how proud we are of our students' resilience. Standardized testing can feel like a marathon, and right now, we are at that crucial middle stretch. We want to encourage everyone to help our scholars keep their energy up—extra sleep, a hearty breakfast, and plenty of "you’ve got this" pep talks go a long way in helping them stay focused and confident.
While the tests measure one kind of growth, our students have been shining in so many other ways this week! A massive congratulations to our sixth-grade Chinese language students who participated in the Global Classroom Project. Using their language skills to connect with peers across the world is no small feat. Way to go Ms. Kwon! Your dedication to global citizenship and linguistic excellence is truly inspiring. You represented our school with grace and intellect.
We also want to give a huge shout-out to the incredible students who represented us at the Madison High School Feet Meet! It was a joy to see our students competing with such spirit, sportsmanship, and determination. Whether you were sprinting, jumping, or cheering on your teammates, you showed us exactly what it means to be a part of the Madison pyramid.
Thank you to Dr. Burke, Mr. Yellen, Mrs. Robb, Mrs. Ghettas, Mrs Hardin, Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Quinn!!! We had so much support from our amazing staff!!!
Thank you for your continued support as we power through these busy weeks together. Let’s keep that momentum going!
Please check the early release link under the calendar reminders below! Thanks!
Dr. Maggie Grove, Principal
Ms. Megan Tipton, Assistant Principal
|
In honor of Memorial Day, would like to recognize veterans in our Wolftrap family with our annual flag raising on May 22nd. It will start at 8:15sharp. If you are currently in the military, please consider honoring us with your attendance in uniform. Thank you!
PLEASE come and check. It’s so much that we don’t currently want to put it out in the hallway. We will sort it out closer to the end of May, but please take some time to check it out. |
|
 |
CTE Summer Enrichment Camps:
Dates: July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31
- Location: Robinson Secondary School, 5035 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax, VA 22032
- Cost: $300 per week
- Transportation provided from select FCPS schools
Tech Adventure Camp: Learn about Career and Technical Education program areas by rotating through daily classes
- Audience: Grades K-5
- July 6-10: Mission to Mars
- July 13-17: Deep Sea Discoveries
- July 20-24: Let it Shine!
- July 27-31: Passport to Professions
More information at: Tech Adventure Camp: bit.ly/CFCPS_TAC
CTE Summer Academy: Students choose classes and dive deeper into CTE program areas, skills, and career exploration.
- Audience: Grades 6-11
- Classes include:
- Business & Information Technology
- Family & Consumer Sciences
- Health + Medical Science
- Marketing
- Technology & Engineering Education
- Trade & Industrial Education
- More information at: CTE Summer Academy: bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
Techstravaganza 2025 Information: From hands-on activities to mind-blowing demonstrations, Techstravaganza inspires students to explore their passion for STEM. Past Techstravaganza exhibitors include NASA, Robotics for Youth, and the American Society for Naval Engineers. This is a self-paced event, so students are free to visit whichever booths interest them! Students can look forward to raffles, merchandise, and goodie bags.
- Date and Time: Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10AM - 4PM
- Location: Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, 6560 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312
Children’s Science Center, LAB Summer Camps: The Lab's Camps offer kids an opportunity to explore STEM concepts in a fun, exciting way. Our experienced team of STEM educators work with small groups of campers to create, design, tinker, and more.
- Audience: Students grades 1 to 5
- Location: Fair Oaks Mall, 11948L Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
- Dates: June 22 to August 21 (depending on camp)
- Cost: Varies depending on camp, usually around $425
- Additional Information and Registration: At this link
National Building Museum - Summer Camp: The National Building Museum is offering two engaging and educational summer camps. Each camp is one week long and will be offered throughout June, July, and August. Sign up for one camp or pair camps to create a two-week experience!
- Audience: Rising 2nd to 5th graders
- Location: National Building Museum, 401 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001
- Dates: Weekly sessions beginning June 22 to August 21, 2026
- Times: Daily, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Extended care available
- Additional Information: At this website
- Cost: $500 per week (non-member); $400 (member); $100 aftercare
- Registration: At this site
VA TESTING HAS BEGUN!! As a reminder, please mark your calendars for the following Spring testing dates. We ask that you make every effort for students to be at school on test days to ensure they are able to complete them within the testing window. This is especially important in Grades 3-6 for SOLs. If you have specific questions regarding testing, please contact Megan Tipton, Assistant Principal + School Test Coordinator.
Grades K-2
- VALLSS Literacy April 20-May 22
Grades 1-6
Grades 3-6
- iReady Reading April 13-June 4
Grades 3-6
- Standards of Learning (SOLs) April 27-May 22
|
|
Reading SOL
|
Math SOL
|
Science SOL
|
|
3rd grade
|
May 8
|
May 15
|
n/a
|
|
4th grade
|
May 4
|
May 11
|
n/a
|
|
5th grade
|
April 28
|
May 5
|
May 12
|
|
6th grade
|
May 7
|
May 14
|
n/a
|
Wednesday, May 13, is our last 3 hour early release this year. Please use this form to let us know whether or not your child will be staying at school and how they will be getting home. Call the office if you have questions.
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.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Mental Health Awareness Month is about more than awareness. It’s about showing up for one another. It provides a chance to stand with your community and show that no one struggles alone. Everyone is invited to speak up against mental health stigma. Learn more about Mental Health Awareness Month on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) website.
Jewish American Heritage Month: May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
May 5 is National Teacher Appreciation Day: Since 1984, National PTA has designated one week in May as Teacher Appreciation Week. National Teacher Day began in 1953 when former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt proposed that Congress set aside a day to acknowledge the work of educators. Since 1985, NEA has celebrated National Teacher Day on the Tuesday of the first full week of May. FCPS follows the NEA and National PTA dates of scheduling Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week the first full week of May.
May 13: 3 hour early release: please fill out RSVP for the afternoon! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ7U2gTiNc6NdZFfblQGsggugyhD-NwctZbvz3dCs6a7iUcQ/viewform?usp=header
May 25: Memorial Day Holiday: All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day. See the complete school year calendar.
Tuesday, May 26, is a teacher work day. There is no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.
Eid al-Adha begins at sundown on Thursday, May 26. Wednesday, May 27, is a holiday for Eid al-Adha and schools and offices are closed. See the complete school year calendar.
🚨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.
|
In case you missed it in Read FCPS This Week to learn more about the following topics:
- Summer Learning
- Mental Health Resources
- Thank You, Bus Drivers and Food Service Workers
If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today. You can sign up for various schools and organizations.
|
