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Memorial Day Holiday - May 25th
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day.
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Teacher Workday - May 26th – No School for Students
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Eid al-Adha Holiday - May 27th – No School
Eid al-Adha begins at sundown on Tuesday, May 26. Wednesday, May 27. Schools and offices will be closed.
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June Dates
June 2 Band Concert 7:00 pm - Grades 5-6
June 3 Strings Concert 6:00 pm - Grade 4
Strings Concert 7:00 pm - Grades 5-6
June 4 Chorus Concert 6:00 pm
June 8 PTA End of Year Bash! 5:00 pm
June 10 Grade 6 LBSS Visit/Tour
June 11 Field Day 8:45 am - Grades K-3
June 12 Field Day 8:45 am - Grades 4-6
June 12 Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony LBSS 6:00 pm
June 17 Last Day of School / 2hr Early Release
Link to 2025-2026 School Year Calendar 2025-26 FCPS School Year Calendar
Principal’s Message to Families
Dear Ravens Families,
As we navigate the final weeks of May and the school year, we are energized by our students’ excitement, and we are making every single moment with them count!
Here is a quick look at what’s happening around our campus:
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Adventure Awaits: It was a massive week for experiential learning! We had many field trips taking place across various grade levels. These included Mount Vernon and Hidden Pond. We loved seeing our students take their learning out into the community and being able to spend time with our students and chaperones.
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Celebrating Our 5th Graders: A huge congratulations to our 5th-grade students, who officially completed their Science SOLs this week. They worked incredibly hard, and we are so proud of their focus and dedication.
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SOL Testing Wrap-Up: For any students who missed a test or qualified for a re-test, SOL make-ups and retakes will continue running through the first week of June.
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We Want Your Input: Please don’t forget to complete and submit your Parent Input Form for next year. Your feedback is invaluable as we begin planning class placements and scheduling.
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Calling All Rising Kindergarteners! If you have a child—or know a neighbor or friend with a child—who will be starting kindergarten this fall, please register for school ASAP. Early registration is critical for helping us secure the right number of teachers and resources for the upcoming year.
As we head into the long weekend, our school community takes a moment to pause and reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day. We honor and remember the brave servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. We are deeply grateful for their service, and our thoughts are with the military families in our own community who give so much.
Thank you for partnering with us, keeping up with the special events, and cheering your children on to the finish line. We could not do this without our amazing parent community!
Warmly,
Shannon Mueck, Principal
May - Patrol of the Month
Congratulations to our May Patrol of the Month, 6th grader, Caroline Novak. Caroline has taken on extra responsibilities this year as a bus patrol and recently helped a student transition to a new bus and be his “buddy.” She has shown dedication as a leader and has been a true role model for safety. Awesome job, Caroline! |
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📚 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
Strings Registration 🎻 – 4th Grade
Rising 4th grade students have an exciting opportunity to join the Ravensworth Strings program next school year! Students will learn a string instrument, develop musical skills, and have fun performing throughout the year. You will get to choose from Violin, Viola, Cello, or the Bass.
No prior music or performance experience required! All we ask for is a willingness to learn and participate!
You will need to rent an instrument from a local music store when we return in August. If family finances are a concern, please speak with RES admin and Mr. Wentz about options next year. Please don't let money be the reason you think you cannot do Strings next year.
Please click or scan the QR code and complete the online form by May 29th, 2026, and please read everything carefully. In the past, we have done registration in the Fall, but we're getting a jump on next year already!
All students must complete the form, even if they do NOT plan to participate in strings. This helps us plan appropriately for next year’s classes.
We look forward to making music together! 🎶
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 Spotlight Board
If your child has had a great personal/family moment lately, send Ms. Heiman (amheiman@fcps.edu) a photo and it will be displayed on the Family Spotlight bulletin board in the main hallway! Examples: family celebrated a holiday, cultural traditions, child rode their bike without training wheels, great soccer game, got a new pet, and more!
Parent Information Line Available in 8 Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
PTA Spirit Wear Store – Shop All Year Long!
Show your Ravensworth pride in style! Our brand-new Spirit Wear Store is open year-round, so you can gear up anytime.
Join the Ravensworth PTA – Family membership is just $20!
Follow Ravensworth on Social Media
Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary
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