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Important Dates
May 25: Memorial Day- No School
May 26: Teacher Workday - No school for students
May 27: Eid al-Adha- No School
May 28: Talent Show Dress Rehearsal, 3:30-5:00 pm
May 28- Virtual PTA Meeting at 7:00 pm- link will be sent
June 3: All CRES Library books due
June 4: Spring Chorus Concert, 5:30-7:00 pm
June 5: CRES Talent Show, Cafeteria, 6:00-8:00 pm
June 8: Strings Spring Concert - 4th graders arrive at 5:30 pm, perform at 6:00
June 8: Strings Spring Concert -5th/6th graders arrive at 6:30, perform at 7:00
June 10: Band Spring Concert 6:00-7:00
June 12: CRES Field Day
June 16: Grade 6 Promotion, (evening)
June 17: Last Day of School for Students, 2-Hour Early Release
Upcoming Important Test Dates
May 28-June 3: Grades 1 & 2 Multilingual Learners – Summit K-12 End of the year assessment
May 28 – Grades 3 & 5 MAP (Math) End of year assessment
May 29 – Grade 4 MAP (Math) End of year assessment
June 1 – Grade 6 MAP (Math) End of year assessment
A Message from the Principal
We had an incredible turnout for our Family STEAM Night yesterday evening. Seeing our gym, hallways, and classrooms buzzing with curiosity, creativity, and collaboration was wonderful. From learning about robotics and planting seeds to exploring science experiments, our students engaged in fun hands-on activities.
As a Title I school, we know that education is a team effort. When you show up to build, test, and learn alongside your children, you send a powerful message that their education matters. Your presence, support, and enthusiasm mean the world to our teachers and staff. A special thank you to Amelia Hunter, Matt Mulhern, and Val Carter for planning and organizing this event.
As a reminder, there is no school on May 25th, May 26th, and May 27th. We look forward to seeing our Rams back on Thursday, May 28th.
Have a wonderful long weekend!
Sincerely,
Erika Aspuria
Principal
Centre Ridge's Got Talent!
Please join us for our first Centre Ridge Talent Show on Friday, June 5th at 6 PM (in the cafeteria)!
Come see the talent at our school and show your support for our students and staff as they share their musical, athletic, magical, and creative arts talents.
It'll be a fun night that you won't want to miss!
Admission is free.
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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION is OPEN for school year 2026-2027
Do you or a neighbor have a child who will turn 5 before September 30, 2026? It is time to register for Kindergarten!
Required documents needed at registration:
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Proof of residency - a deed, lease agreement
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Proof of birth - original birth certificate
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Health documentation - A certificate of physical examination including required screenings completed within the last 12 months prior to starting school by a US licensed physician.
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Immunization records - up to date records for the child’s age
Please reach out to our student registrar, Patricia Kirkpatrick, at pakirkpatric@FCPS.edu or 703-227-2605 with any questions.
Families are welcome to contact our Spanish speaking Family Liaison, Mary Pierri at mpierri@fcps.edu or 703-227-2656.
Field Day is Friday June 12
9:05-11:30 Grades 3-6
12:30-2:30 Grades K-2
Relay Races on the field 2:30-3:15
Parent volunteers are needed to assist with managing and running various stations. Don't miss your chance to help out with this fun filled day! Sign up now!
Sign-up link for the volunteers: https://volunteer.fcps.edu/custom/501/opp_details/3625
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FCPS News
Calendar Reminders: Memorial Day, Teacher Workday, Eid al-Adha
Memorial Day (Holiday)
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday.
Teacher Workday
Tuesday, May 26, is a teacher workday. There is no school for students.
Eid al-Adha (Holiday)
Wednesday, May 27, is a holiday for Eid al-Adha, and schools and offices are closed.
See the complete school year calendar or the employee calendar.
📚 Exploring the Earth in Language Arts 📚
Benchmark Unit 8 in Language Arts is about earth science. Students in K-5 will be learning about the world around them, different natural processes, and the solar system. Grade six students will be exploring the earth’s structures and how they inspire our endeavors.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: What’s your favorite thing about our earth?
- Activity: Fill a ziplock bag with water, tape it to a sunny window, and watch condensation and evaporation in action by seeing how the water level changes over time.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
Mental Health Resources
Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Additional Mental Health Resources
FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.
Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts.
And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas at Summer Extravaganza!
Join FCPS for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza is 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 petting zoo, student engagement zone, and activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. Register to attend the Extravaganza.
Students (eighth grade and up) and adults are invited to support the event by helping with registration, refreshments, and some of our fun activities! Register today to volunteer and build community together.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Puzzle Hunt
Third Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt Encourages Active Family Fun
The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt, and it kicks off in only three weeks!
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! Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!
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Register Today for Summer Camps and Enrichment Programs
Registration closes Friday, June 6, for summer camps and learning opportunities offered to all students by FCPS.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps.
IFTA is a two- or three-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and Physical Education 9 (which fulfills a graduation requirement), music, and theater. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades two to five who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes.
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