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Spring Spirit Calendar

Spirit Week

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Let's finish the school year with spirit, fun, and Bobcat pride! Students and staff are encouraged to participate in our Spring Spirit Calendar as we celebrate the exciting events and milestones of June. From wearing pajamas and animal prints to showing off favorite sports teams, career interests, and college pride, each day offers a fun opportunity to build community and make lasting memories. Be sure to join us for special celebrations including Kindergarten and 6th Grade Promotions, Field Day, and our Tropical Day on the last day of school. We look forward to seeing everyone participate as we close out an amazing year together!

Date Spirit Day What to Wear/Do
June 1 🌸 Spring Day Wear florals to celebrate spring!
June 2 πŸ’€ PJ Day Wear your favorite pajamas.
June 3 πŸ† Wild Wednesday Wear animal print.
June 4 πŸ’š Green Out Day Wear your Bobcat gear or something green.
June 5 🎡 Spring Concerts Day Wear black and white.
June 8 πŸŽ“ Grade Level Day Wear your grade-level color.
June 9 πŸ€ Sports Team Day Represent your favorite sports team.
June 10 πŸ’Ό Career Day Dress to represent a career that interests you.
June 11 πŸŽ“ College Gear Day Wear gear from your favorite college.
June 12 πŸ‘” Dress Up Day Wear something dressy.
June 15 πŸ† Field Day Wear your class color.
June 16 🎨 Crazy Hair Day Show off a fun and creative hairstyle.
June 17 🌴 Last Day of School Tropical Day Wear tropical or summer-themed attire.

πŸ“£ Field Day Volunteers Needed! πŸ‘Ÿ

Field Day

Our annual Field Day is coming up on Monday, June 15, with a rain date of Tuesday, June 16, and we need your help to make it a fun and successful day for our students!

This special event depends on family participation, and we are looking for volunteers to help run stations, cheer on students, and keep the day moving smoothly. Whether you can volunteer for part of the day or the entire event, your support makes a big difference.

Please sign up using the link or QR code on the flyer:
https://bit.ly/PSES-FD26

Thank you for helping us create a memorable Field Day experience for our students! β˜€οΈ


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Staff Raffle Donations

staff raffle

Pine Spring Elementary PTA is collecting donations for our Staff Raffle to celebrate our amazing teachers and help kick off their summer with fun prizes and surprises. Teachers will use raffle tickets for a chance to win exciting gifts, gift cards, baskets, and more.

There are several ways you can support:

  • Purchase items directly from the Amazon Wishlist β€’ Make a cash donation through Givebacks β€’ Donate gift cards, gift baskets, restaurant items, or other raffle prizes

Prize winners will be drawn and announced during Morning News the week of June 8th.

To coordinate donated item drop-offs, contact Leigh Buckley Altice at 703-350-3334.

Thank you for helping us celebrate and appreciate our incredible Pine Spring staff and send them into summer feeling supported by our community!


Pine Spring PTA Family Directory

Pine Spring PTA Directory

Stay connected over summer break with the Pine Spring PTA Family Directory. This voluntary directory helps Pine Spring families stay in touch after the school year ends and makes it easier for children to continue friendships throughout the summer.

To protect family privacy, Pine Spring Elementary School will not release student or family information to the PTA. Families who would like to be included in the directory must opt in by submitting their information directly to the PTA using the form or QR code on the flyer. Only the information you choose to share will be included.

Participation is open to all Pine Spring families, and PTA membership is not required to participate.

The deadline to submit information is June 5th. A printed copy of the directory will be sent home before the last day of school with participating families.

Families may submit:

  • Parent/guardian names
  • Email addresses
  • Phone numbers
  • Children’s first names
  • Current grade levels
  • Teacher names

To participate, complete the paper form or use the QR code/link:
tinyurl.com/PSDIRECTORY2026

Don’t miss the chance to stay connected over the summer.


Family Information Line Available in Nine 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.


Pine Spring Day of Music

PS music concert

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Get ready for a joyful celebration of music at Pine Spring! We are excited to showcase the talents of our Bobcats during A Day of Music on Friday, June 5, in the Pine Spring Gym.

Families are invited to join us for the following performances:

  • 9:00 AM – Grades 4–6 Band and Strings
  • 11:30 AM – Grades 5 and 6 Chorus
  • 12:30 PM – Grades 1–3 General Music

Our students have been working hard, and we can’t wait for you to see their growth and talent on display!

πŸ‘• What to Wear:
Students may wear Pine Spring spirit wear or a green or white top with dark bottoms.

Additional details will be shared by your child’s music teacher.

We look forward to celebrating a day full of music with our Pine Spring community!


Kindergarten Promotion

K promotion

Join us for a joyful celebration as we honor our kindergarten students and their incredible first year of elementary school! From learning new skills to making new friends, this year has been filled with growth, laughter, and unforgettable memories. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and excited to celebrate this special milestone together.

πŸ“ Pine Spring Gym
πŸ“… June 12
⏰ 9:00 - 9:45 AM

Come cheer on our amazing students as they take the next big step in their school journey! πŸ’šπŸΎ


6th Grade Promotion

6th grade promotion

Our 6th graders are ready for their next big adventure, and we are excited to celebrate all they have accomplished during their time at Pine Spring Elementary! Over the years, they have grown into leaders, role models, and confident students who are ready to take on middle school. This promotion ceremony is a chance to celebrate their hard work, friendships, memories, and all the moments that made elementary school so special.

πŸ“ Pine Spring ES Gym
πŸ“… June 12
⏰ 10:30 - 11:15 AM

Join us as we celebrate our amazing 6th graders and send them off with lots of cheers and Bobcat pride! πŸ’šπŸΎ