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A legacy refreshed for a new generation 💙🐾
The 5th Grade Class of 2025 gifted Belvedere Elementary an updated Bulldog logo in the gym, bringing our current mascot to life for years to come. Even more special, the mural was painted by former Belvedere alum Yuki Shibuya!
Wednesday, June 3- PTA Community Meeting
Thursday, June 4- Band Concert
Thursday, June 4- ALL Library Books Due
Friday, June 5- Field Day
Tuesday, June 9th- Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
Wednesday, June 10- PYPX Community View from 10:00-12:00
Wednesday, June 10- PTA Spirit Night- Jeni's Ice Cream
Wednesday, June 17- 5th Grade Promotion
Wednesday, June 17- Last Day of School-2 HR Early Release
Wednesday, June 17- PTA Popsicles on the Playground @ 2:05
Dear Belvedere Families,
The sun is finally out and things are looking bright ahead. We have finished a very short week and are ready for two and a half full weeks in June. We know together we can keep our high spirits up and the learning energy going.
We want to extend our sincere appreciation to the many volunteers who support Belvedere in countless ways throughout the year. Your time, care, and partnership help make our school such a special place for students and staff alike.
We also want to acknowledge that we did not communicate clearly enough about this morning’s volunteer breakfast, which impacted attendance. Because we value the opportunity to properly recognize and celebrate all of our volunteers, we will be hosting a more comprehensive Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast on Tuesday, June 9, from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m.
If you have volunteered at Belvedere in any capacity this year, we hope you will join us. Please use the attached Google Form to let us know if you plan to attend.
Your Belvedere Admin Team
Cecilia Vanderhye, Kelly Cabezas, and Tara Boone
All library books are due back to the Belvedere library on Thursday, June 4. Notices of what books are due will be emailed out at the end of the week. Overdue notices of items not returned will also be sent after June 4. Please reach out to Mrs. Zamudio if you have questions or to report a lost book. Thank you for working to return library books!
Field Day is coming up on Thursday, June 5, and we would love your help to make it a fun and memorable day for our students! We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with games, activities, and cheering on our students throughout the day. Thank you for helping make this special event a success for our Belvedere community!
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44AFA82DA0FCC34-63934634-belvedere
Pet Supplies Donation Drive
Belvedere Elementary’s 5th Grade Animal Welfare Groups are leading a donation drive as part of their PYPX Project to support Lost Dog Animal Rescue from June 1 through June 5, 2026. The group is collecting:
- unopened pet food
- blankets
- pet toys
- bath towels
- leashes
- collars
Monetary donations will not be accepted. Donations can be dropped off in Room 133. Thank you for supporting our students and helping local animals in need!
Healthcare Resources Available
Belvedere Elementary’s 5th Grade Healthcare Group is sharing helpful community healthcare resources from Inova Cares for Children. Families can access the English and Spanish flyers below to learn more about healthcare services, school and sports physicals, immunizations, and support for uninsured or Medicaid-eligible children and families.
English Flier: https://www.inova.org/sites/default/files/community/children-family-resources/Inova-Cares-for-Children-flyer.pdf
Spanish Flier:https://www.inova.org/sites/default/files/Services/population_health/iccf/inova-cares-clinics-for-families-G38159ES-spanish.pdf
Belvedere Elementary is now enrolling community peers for the 2026-2027 school year in our FREE half-day preschool program!
This inclusive preschool experience allows children to learn alongside preschool students with disabilities in a nurturing, high-quality environment led by licensed teachers.
Program Highlights
• Play-based learning and engaging curriculum
• Licensed preschool teachers
• Focus on social and emotional learning
• Opportunities to build confidence, friendships, and social skills
Who Can Apply?
• Children ages 3-4 who live in Fairfax County or are children of FCPS employees
• Children who are fully toilet trained
Interested Families
- Complete the interest form and return it to the Belvedere Front Office
- Save the date: Monday, June 8 at 4:30 PM
Parents and children are required to attend an Information Session & Play Date at Belvedere.
Order Your Yearbook by June 11
Don’t miss out on the memories from the 2025-26 school year – order your yearbook today! Deadline to order is June 11.
June 3: Your Vote Counts!
The final Belvedere ES PTA community meeting is next Wednesday, June 3, starting at 6:30 pm. Meetings last 45 minutes and are offered in a hybrid format – both online and in person in the Belvedere cafeteria. The Zoom link will be shared via email to the BES Community next week. Everyone in the BES community is welcome!
The meeting will include a Belvedere boundary update, PTA officer elections, end-of-year event updates and more important school news. Everyone in the BES community is welcome to attend, but you must be a PTA member to vote.
At this meeting, if you have a topic you would like us to address, please let us know at bespta.va@gmail.com.
Spanish translation is only available as part of the virtual format, so please join us via Zoom if you require Spanish support.
🍨You Scream for Jeni’s Ice Cream on June 10
Mark your calendar: June 10 from 4-7 p.m. is the final Spirit Night of the year at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams in Shirlington -- 4150 Campbell Ave. in South Arlington.
Order the custom Belvedere Bowl: Brambleberry Crisp and Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flake ice cream scoops in a Buttercrisp Waffle Cone bowl! All sales benefit PTA programs, events and grants for Belvedere Elementary School teachers for the 2026-27 school year.
Upcoming PTA Events
June:
3 - PTA June Community Meeting + Elections, 6:30 p.m., BES + online
10 - Spirit Night @ Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, Shirlington, 4150 Campbell Ave., Arlington
11 - Yearbook order deadline
17 - End of Year, Popsicles on the Playground, 2:05 p.m., BES playground
Thank you to our PTA for hosting this morning’s volunteer breakfast, and to the volunteers who were able to join us. We appreciate all of the time, care, and support our volunteers give to Belvedere
As mentioned earlier in this newsletter, we recognize that we did not communicate clearly enough about this morning’s event, so we will be hosting a more comprehensive Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast on Tuesday, June 9, from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. If you have volunteered at Belvedere in any capacity this year, we hope you will join us. Please use the Google Form to let us know if you plan to attend.
Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance
It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer.
If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.
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.
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!
Belvedere is seeking individuals who can provide continuity of instructional teaching as a substitute instructional assistant. Able to inspire, enable and empower students to meet high academic standards. The position offers:
✔ Flexible schedule
✔ Make a difference in your local community
✔ Great for people with a passion for teaching/assisting students
Join our team and support student learning!
Apply today! For details, visit the FCPS Substitute Employment Website. When applying, search “Substitute” and select the Justice pyramid posting.
💰School Board Adopts Fiscal Year 2027 Approved Budget
On May 21, the Fairfax County School Board unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Approved Budget, continuing FCPS’ commitment to sustaining excellence by prioritizing competitive compensation and strategic investments that support student success.
The adopted budget reflects the division’s ongoing efforts to navigate a challenging fiscal environment shaped in part by chronic state underfunding and economic uncertainty. Despite these challenges, the budget maintains key investments and restores several reductions made during the prior fiscal year. Read about the FY 2027 Budget.
☎️Family Information Phone Lines
FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different 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.
FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- School Board Adopts Budget
- Celebrating our Graduates
- Register for Summer Online Campus
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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