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Important Dates
- Monday, May 18 | Principal’s Hour, 6:30 – 7:30 pm; Use this link to join. No need to RSVP.
- Wednesday, May 20 | Early Release Wednesday & PTA Pajama Day, dismissal at 12:55 pm
- Monday, May 25 - Wednesday, May 27 | No school for students
Career Day 2026!
SLES Families! Mark your calendars—Career Day is coming on Friday, June 12 (9:00–11:30 AM)! 🚀
We’re on the hunt for guest speakers to help bring careers to life for our students! Share your journey, your day-to-day, the fun parts of your job, and what it takes to get there. Big or small, every career story makes an impact!
Want in? I’d love to connect ❤️. We can’t do this without you!
Please feel free to reach out to Ms. Roop directly as well:
rroop@fcps.edu
SLES career day speaker sign up form 2026.pdf
Last Day of Homework
We are wrapping up our SLES homework expectations next week into the long, holiday weekend. Some grade levels may still offer homework into June. This is a grade level decision. This information will be communicated in classroom newsletters.
Principal’s Hour
This is an excellent way our families can stay connected to the work of Stratford Landing. You'll get to hear from me on a variety of important topics, and you'll also have plenty of time for your questions and discussion. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, engaged, and connected with what's happening at our school.
At this upcoming meeting, we will reflect on our current school year and preview our upcoming school year. You will be able to offer feedback regarding this school year and ask questions as it relates to next school year. There is so much to celebrate this year. I also want to ensure a forum for our families to provide feedback so we may continue to strengthen and improve our work here at Stratford Landing.
Our last remaining Principal’s Hour Meeting:
Monday, May 18, 6:30 – 7:30 pm; Use this link to join. No need to RSVP.
Stratford Landing Class Placement Information for the 2026-2027 School Year
Many families value having a role in their child’s class placement. Parents and caregivers have the best overall knowledge of your child and her/his unique traits. The class placement process is approached very carefully and thoroughly at Stratford Landing, and we consider the academic and social needs of each student. To provide the best environment for your child, we seek input from both staff and families. Our teachers drive the class placement process, and we trust their judgement and expertise when creating class placements. We ask that you do not reach out directly to teachers to make requests for next school year. Parents and caregivers can provide their input through this process. When completing the form, please share the qualities of a teacher and classroom environment that would best meet your child’s needs.
Requests for specific teachers, or to be grouped with specific students, will not be honored. Instead, this is an opportunity for families to share information about their child that would support learning. To create equitable and dynamic class groupings, it is impossible to honor every request from a family to place a child in a specific classroom with specific students. Please be assured that with or without family input, each child's needs will be carefully considered to ensure the selection of a classroom in which your child will learn best and thrive socially.
Class assignments will not be finalized or communicated to families until closer to the start of the 2026-2027 School Year, likely just a few days before the new school year begins.
Complete this Class Placement Family Input Form to provide your input for the 2026-2027 school year. This form will close on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Thank you.
Your Principals,
Kevin Morris and Shea Hestmark
Success Day
We are thrilled to invite you to Success Day, a student-driven celebration of growth, learning, and achievement. On Wednesday, June 10, from 9:30 am – 10:30 am, we will offer an end-of-year "open house" where our students take the lead in telling their own stories of success. Students will share not just what they learned, but how they’ve grown this year. Talk to your child about their plans for this day and join us to celebrate. Prior to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Success Day was a tradition at Stratford Landing and we’re eager to return to this wonderful tradition of celebrating learning and growth and partnership with our families. Additional details about Success Day will be shared in classroom newsletters.
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Hi SLES Families! The goal is to have the Family Resource Center fully stocked by the last day of school so we can start the 2026–2027 school year strong and ready to support our students and families without interruption! If you are able to and would like to, please place the donations in the red bin in the main lobby. Thank you all, always!   
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs –Apply Now
The FCPS PreK programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children ages 4 and 3 years old by September 30 who live in Fairfax County. Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; students who are 4 years old and those with multiple risk factors are prioritized.
Applications are accepted online, by email, or by mail or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you a have question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish) or by email at fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu .
Fairfax County Government Programs & Services
Department of Family Services
Virtual Parent Café: Understanding Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships (May 12, 2026)
Families and caregivers are invited to join this free virtual Parent Café focused on recognizing healthy versus unhealthy relationship patterns, understanding how concerning behaviors can impact families, and learning supportive ways to help children, teens, or loved ones who may be experiencing or witnessing abuse.
Date/Time: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual via MS Teams
Join Here: https://bit.ly/DFS-Parent-Cafe-2026
More Information: BuildingStrongerFamilies@FairfaxCounty.gov | 703-324-7720
Department of Social Services- Virginia SUN Bucks 2026
Virginia SUN Bucks helps eligible families pay for groceries during the summer months when schools are closed. In 2026, eligible school-age children will receive a one-time $120 grocery benefit.
For more information please click this link:
https://www.dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-assistance/sunbucks/
Fairfax County Park Authority-
SNAP at Farmers Markets (April–November, varies by location)
Families can use SNAP/EBT benefits at select county farmers markets and receive up to $40 in free fruits and vegetables, with tokens that can be used like cash at participating markets; for information, locations, and directions visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/snap or call 571-340-3322; to apply for SNAP call 1-833-522-5582
Stratford Landing Elementary Presents... Shrek The Musical Kids!
When: June 10 at 6:30PM
Based on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig.
- Book and lyrics by David Lindsay Abaire
- Music by Jeanine Tesori
Learn more about FCPS’ commitment to “Wait Until 8th” for smartphone use with our students.
Follow these links for information about the pledge and resolution.
https://go.boarddocs.com/vsba/fairfax/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DTDPME654640
https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/04/29/fairfax-school-board-encourages-delaying-smartphone-use-until-eighth-grade/
E-IFTA is a vibrant weekly arts camp designed for elementary-aged students who love to sing, dance, act, and create! Each day, campers dive into four exciting classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts, led by passionate FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging experiences. Watch your children’s imagination soar as they explore their creativity, make new friends, and discover the joy of artistic expression!
For more information, please click this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning-programs/camps-and-institutes-elementary-institute-arts-e-ifta
3rd Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt – Free Summer Fun!
This FREE event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.
New this year: the school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku!
Participants can learn more and sign up here: www.solvingfun.com/fairfax
West Potomac Boys Basketball Camp
July 6-10 9 am- 3 pm ( Ages 6-16)- $225
July 20-24 9 am- 3 pm (Ages 6-16)- $225
July 27-29 10 am- 2 pm (Ages 12-16)- $150
Registration: https://www.supportwestpotomac.com/summer-camps.html
- To increase skill level & develop as an individual player
- 5-on-5 League Competitions
- Campers grouped by age and ability levels
- 1 on 1 competition
- Individual and Team awards
- Camp T-Shirt
- Shooting games & competitions
- A chance to play one-on-one with and be taught by the current & former West Potomac players
- Enjoy the game of basketball and HAVE FUN!!
Basketball Camp will be held at West Potomac HS in the main gym and aux gym
Messages from PTA
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SLES Pajama Day on Wednesday, May 20th!
Stratford Landing students, get ready to pick out your favorite fuzzy pajamas to wear to school on Wednesday, May 20th (Early Release Wednesday!). The May 20th Pajama Day is one of the many prizes Stratford Landing Elementary School earned this year during Rock N Run! Stratford Landing worked so hard during Rock N Run and earned a visit from the SkyDome Mobile Planetarium as well as the Leesburg Animal Park this year. Our PE Department, Music Department and Art Department also received items such as Soccer Goals and a Clay Roller. Our Pre-School Students received Interactive books for each classroom as well as a visit from Bubbles the Dolphin during their recess! A BIG thank you to all those families who supported Stratford Landing ES by donating to Rock N Run!
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SLES Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, May 21st!
Volunteers, the Stratford Landing Teachers and Staff want to show you how much they appreciate all your help and hard work this year. Please join your teacher for lunch on Thursday, May 21st at the scheduled time below:
Location: Room C199
Kindergarten: 12:30pm-1:00pm
1st Grade: 1:00pm-1:30pm
2nd Grade: 11:30am-12:00pm
3rd Grade: 1:30pm-2:00pm
4th Grade: 11:00am-11:30am
5th Grade: 10:30am-11:00am
6th Grade: 12:00pm-12:30pm
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End of the School Year Full Membership PTA Meeting/ ‘26-’27 PTA Board Elections on Tuesday, June 9th
Come Join us for our final PTA meeting of the ‘25-’26 school year! We will be electing the ‘26-’27 PTA Board and passing a summer budget. We would love to hear about your ideas for events for the upcoming school year! We would also love to have you as a volunteer on the Board to help with events and student enrichment.
Full Membership PTA Meeting, Tuesday, June 9th at 7pm
Google Meet Link: meet.google.com/jqm-cddv-yiy
Phone Number: (US)+1 636-287-0503
PIN: 394 684 453#
Stratford Landing Elementary School needs your help!
Check out all the SLES Volunteer opportunities on the PTA website!
https://slpta.org/volunteer/
Stay Tuned! Save the Date! Field Day 2026 on June 8th!
We need you volunteers! The SLES 2026 Field Day is on Monday, June 8th (Rain Date is Thursday, June 11th) and is a SLES volunteer favorite! A volunteer sign up will be coming soon! SLES Field Day is a terrific day with a lot of laughs, smiles and teamwork…make sure you don’t miss out on the fun!
Library Volunteers
The library needs you! There are many opportunities to help in the library during this school year doing things like shelving books, checking out books, creating bulletin boards or helping to set up activities. If any of this seems interesting to you and you have a ½ hour of time to give, please consider coming to the library. The May Library Volunteer Sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C4BADAA2EA1FA7-63816322-maylibrary
Stratford Landing ES Swag
What better way to show your school spirit than to sport some amazing SLES swag! We have new designs up now..and more to come over the next few weeks! We hope to give you lots of options and designs throughout the year! Check out the SLES PTA SWAG store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/stratford-landing-es/ https://www.bonfire.com/store/stratford-landing-es/
We also have 2 designs of car magnets available for pre-order here: https://slpta.org/product/sles_magnets
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