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June 5, 2026

Dear Beech Tree Families,

There was much to celebrate across our school community this week!

📚 Showcasing What We’ve Learned

This week marked the conclusion of our state assessments. These tests represent just one snapshot of the learning that has taken place throughout the school year. We are proud of our students for approaching each assessment with determination and for giving their best effort. Their commitment reflects the strong culture of learning that exists throughout Beech Tree.

🚶 Kindergarten Walking Field Trip

Our kindergarten students enjoyed a special walking field trip this week. The experience provided valuable opportunities for learning, exploration, and community connection. We are grateful to our teachers and volunteers who helped make the trip both safe and memorable.

🤝 Final PTA Meeting of the Year

This week marked our final PTA meeting of the school year. We extend our sincere appreciation to our PTA Board, committee chairs, volunteers, and all family members who supported countless events and initiatives throughout the year. Your partnership continues to make Beech Tree a special place for our students and staff.

🎂 Last Beaver Birthday Luncheon

We also hosted our final Beaver Birthday Luncheon of the school year. It was great to celebrate our students and recognize their special day. Thank you to everyone who helped make these monthly celebrations such a success!

Third Grade Writers Showcase

This week our third grade students hosted their annual Writers Showcase. Families were invited to attend a special reading where students shared excerpts from the books they authored during their third grade year. The event provided students with an opportunity to celebrate their growth as writers and showcased their creativity. We are incredibly proud of our third graders and the confidence they demonstrated as published authors! 📚✨

⚽ Fourth Grade vs. Fifth Grade Soccer Scrimmage

One of the week’s most anticipated events was the Fourth Grade vs. Fifth Grade Soccer Scrimmage! Students displayed sportsmanship, teamwork, and school spirit throughout the match. Congratulations to our fifth graders who earned their victory!

🎓 Graduation Parade: Once a Beaver, Always a Beaver!

This week we experienced a truly special moment at Beech Tree. Former students, who are now high school graduates, returned to walk the halls of our building one more time during a special Graduation Parade.

Our students lined the hallways clapping and cheering as the graduates marched through in their caps and gowns. The event was filled with smiles, high-fives, and excitement.

We are incredibly proud of these remarkable young adults, many of whom began their educational journey right here at Beech Tree. Watching them return as graduates was a powerful reminder that the work we do together each day helps lay the foundation for bright futures.

Congratulations, graduates! Once a Beaver, always a Beaver! Beech Tree United! 💙🎉

As we move closer to the end of the school year, thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to finishing the year strong and creating even more lasting memories together.

Have a wonderful weekend!

With appreciation,

Principal Clarke & Assistant Principal Barry

Congratulations to Our Former Beavers Class of 2026 

📢Calendar Reminders:

📌 June 4-PTA Meeting in the School Cafeteria 6:00pm

📌 Beech Days Lunch Visits
You are welcome any day in June to have lunch with your child. 

📆Last Day of School - June 17

• 📣 Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony 9:30am
• 📣 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony 10:30am
• Beech Tree Student Dismissal 2:00pm

**Please reference the 2025-2026 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.  Attendance counts and everyday matters! **

*To ensure the safety and well-being of our students, we kindly request that parents or guardians accompany their children to school events*

Calendar Survey

FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.

Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.

Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.

If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation.

Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy 

The FCPS Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources. 

Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added. 

Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun! The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!

Summer Meals for Students

Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on-site while eating their meals.

This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.

Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.

Summer Immunization Events for All FCPS Students

Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.

Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be made available and shared four to five weeks prior to the event on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available. 

Medication in the Health Room?

End of School Year MEDICATION PICK UP REMINDER:

Please plan accordingly to pick up your student’s medications!  All medication must be collected on June 16, 2026, no later than 1:30pm, any medications left in the health room after that time will be destroyed.

**Per school policy-only parent/guardian may collect medication from the health room**

If your student is enrolled in an FCPS sponsored summer program-the existing medication authorization forms may be used for those programs, but it is parent/guardian responsibility to pick up the paperwork/med and transport to summer site.

If you have any questions over the summer-please don’t hesitate to contact our school nurse, Mariae Beck, at mbeck@fcps.edu

Library News from Ms. Britton

Our students have done some amazing reading this year! As we prepare for summer break, we need your help ensuring every book find its way back to our library. Mark Your Calendars: Friday, May 29th will be the last day for students to check out new books. Wednesday, June 3rd all student books are due back to Beech Tree Libary. After June 3rd, any remaining books will be marked overdue per county guidelines. Let’s work together to get our collection back together!

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.

Third Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt Encourages Active Family Fun

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the third 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 during 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, pictured at left. Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!

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.

Nominate Our Outstanding Beech Tree Staff

Take a moment to acknowledge and affirm a Beech Tree staff member when they go above and beyond in demonstrating care and dedication that ensures every one of our students is seen, heard, and valued. FCPS Cares. All FCPS Cares nominees are considered for an additional monthly award.

Family Liaison: Ivett Rivas Urbano (703) 531-2601

Beech Day=Lunch Visits

Beech Days (Open Days in YELLOW):

These are the days you can come to school and have lunch with your student:

Lunch Schedule

Unavailable Days Due to Wednesday Early Release (in RED):

These are the dates where Beech Days are unavailable because of early release closures:

• There will be no Beaver Beech lunch days during the month of May due to SOL testing which may alter the daily lunch schedules. 
• Beech Days will return during the month of June.

We encourage family members to enjoy the same lunch as their child, whether it's a packed lunch or from the school cafeteria. To maintain the integrity of our meal program, we kindly request refraining from bringing fast food options.

On the day of your child's scheduled lunch, please arrive 5 minutes early to sign in at the office. Our staff will direct you to the cafeteria. As you depart, please remember to check out at the office. For those opting to purchase lunch from the cafeteria, adult pricing is $5.00 and non-FCPS students under the age of 18 price is $3.25, payable in cash. For more details on lunch options, please click here.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Calendar Survey
• Summer Resources
• Deadline to Request Accommodations for SAT School Day

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Beech Tree School Information

Hours:  9:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (doors open at 9:05 a.m. for arrival)

Attendance Line:  703-531-2626

Attendance Email: BeechTreeElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

School Registrar: Sandra Merino (703) 531-2620

Family Liaison: Ivett Rivas Urbano (703) 531-2601

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