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Our 6th grade students (and teachers!) enjoying some time with our therapy dog, Nitro!
Mark Your Calendars!
May
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May 25th – Memorial Day Holiday – No School
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May 26th – Teacher Workday – No School
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May 27th – Eid al-Adha Holiday – No School
June
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June 4th – Band and Strings Concert – 3:00pm and 6:00pm
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June 10th - PreK Promotion
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June 11th – Volunteer “Thank You” Celebration
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June 11th – Garfield Family Picnic – 5:30pm
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June 12th – Field Day
- June 16th – 6th Grade Promotion – 10:00am
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June 17th – Garfield’s Got Talent! (schoolwide talent show)
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June 17th – Last day of school
Attention Parents of 6th Grade Students:
Join us for our 6th Grade Promotion
Tuesday, June 16th at 10:00am
We are excited to invite you to our 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony as we celebrate the hard work, growth, and achievements of our students.
We encourage all 6th grade students to dress up for this special occasion and enjoy their moment to shine.
We look forward to sharing this significant milestone with our students and their families. Let's come together to celebrate their accomplishments and the exciting adventures that lie ahead.
☀️ Optional Summer Laptop Checkout
Students may check out an optional FCPS laptop for summer learning activities. These devices are for student academic use only. Families are responsible for the care of the device. Fees may apply for lost or damaged equipment.
To request a summer device, complete this form by Friday, May 29th. Please submit one form for each child. If you have technical issues, visit the FCPS Technology Page or call the Help Desk at 833-921-3277.
💊Medication Pick Up Deadline
Pick up your child’s medication from the Health Room by
🚨Thursday, June 11 by 3 pm
Medications cannot be sent home with students and must be picked up by a parent or designated adult.
Any medication not picked up by the deadline will be safely disposed of.
2026-2027 School Year: Looking Ahead
Moving?
Please Email Mrs. Peerman (Klpeerman@fcps.edu) and our registrar Sarah Rothman, sgrothman1@fcps.edu ASAP if your student will not be at Garfield next year.
Online Registration
To begin the process, visit fcps.edu/online-registration. Questions? Email Sarah Rothman, sgrothman1@fcps.edu.
Summer Camp Information
Summer is closer than you think ! The family resource center has a great Summer Camp Guide to get you started.
Tech Adventure Camp: Current Kindergarten - grade 5 students explore Business/Marketing, Family + Consumer Sciences, Health + Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades by rotating through daily classes
Visit the Tech Adventure Camp Web page!
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Academy: Current grade 6 - 11 students choose their classes and dive deeper into CTE program areas, skills, and career exploration
Visit the CTE Summer Academy Web page!
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA): A dynamic summer enrichment program serving students currently in grades K–5. Students currently in grade 6 are eligible for our secondary program, Institute for the Arts (IFTA).
Our programs offer students daily experiences in Art, Music, Theatre, and Dance in a fun, supportive environment designed to nurture creativity and confidence.
Visit the Elementary Institute for the Arts Web page!
Camp Fairfax: Serves rising 1st through 7th graders and is held in public schools and community centers throughout Fairfax County. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are provided. A sliding fee scale is available. Registration opens March 17!
Visit the Camp Fairfax Web page!
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Camp Dates - July 6 - 10th, 2026
Camp Location - West Springfield HS
Camp Sessions - separated by age and skill levels
Camp is open to all female athletes, regardless of what school they attend. We typically have athletes from 10-15 different high schools and feeder schools.
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Do Your Children Know Your Phone Number?
Children should know at least one parent or guardian’s phone number, full name, and home address by the age of four or five. These important safety skills can help children contact a parent, guardian, and/or trusted adult if they become lost, separated, or face an emergency situation. Learning this information not only improves safety but also helps build confidence and independence.
Recently, we have noticed a number of older students who do not know a parent or guardian’s phone number. While many children rely on cell phones and contact lists, memorizing at least one important phone number remains essential in case a phone is unavailable, lost, or inaccessible during an emergency.
Please take a few moments to practice this information with your child. It could make a significant difference in an unexpected situation.
News for Military Families
MILITARY FAMILY OUTREACH: FCPS will be facilitating monthly workshops, webinars, or family engagement events for military families throughout the school year. Please check the Family Academy Catalog CLICK HERE under "Military-Connected Families Offerings" for more information on these events as they are posted.
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
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Drive Thru Dinner for
Military Families
Every Wednesday in May. May 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Drive thru style - you stay in your car, and we will bring the meal to your car.
Each pickup includes: *a hot, kid-friendly dinner for a family of four (larger family? just let us know when you arrive), *an identical portion pre-packaged to save for another busy night, *an ingredient list.
RSVP here to help us plan but drive ups are always welcome! Also see this week's menu.
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“BECAUSE YOU ASKED” SERIES
10–11 AM Thursdays
Because You Asked! We’ve had several families share interest in these important topics, so we’re excited to bring four learning sessions to our GES families.
We’re happy to extend these experiences and continue partnering with families to support learning together!
May 28
How to use SNAP at the Farmers markets/ other food access programs Ms. Kristi Viray, Marketing Outreach Coordinator
For questions please contact: Melody Wheatley, Family Liaison mdwheatley@fcps.edu
YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
We are in this together!
We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with your family this year. Each day, our commitment is to provide your child with a safe, supportive, and joyful place to learn and grow. Open communication is important to us—please reach out anytime with questions, concerns, or celebrations.
Thank you for your trust, your support, and for being an essential part of the Garfield community.
With appreciation,
Your Garfield Partner Principals
Mrs. Peerman, Principal, Klpeerman@fcps.edu
Ms. Manning, Assistant Principal, eamanning1@fcps.edu
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