Floris Family Message
In This Message:
- Principals' Message
- PTA News
- Library Books are Due
- End of Year Spirit Week
- Dining Room Assistant
- AAP Information
- Budget Update
- Family Information Phone Lines
- Fairfax County Carnival and Fair
- Upcoming Dates
Dear Floris Families,
As we head into the final days of the school year, we have a few important reminders and celebrations to share with our community.
Kindergarten Registration:
If you have a child who will be entering kindergarten next year, or if you know a family in our community with a rising kindergarten student, please encourage them to register as soon as possible. Early registration helps us plan staffing and class placements for the upcoming school year. Our kindergarten enrollment numbers are currently lower than they typically are at this point in the year, so we would greatly appreciate your help spreading the word to friends and neighbors who may be eligible to enroll.
Rising 7th Grade Immunization Requirement:
Families of current 6th grade students who will be entering 7th grade next year are reminded to complete the required immunizations before the start of the new school year. If your child has already received the required vaccinations, please submit the updated immunization record through ParentVUE as soon as possible. Completing this requirement now will help ensure a smooth transition to middle school.
Celebrating Our Graduates:
Today, we had the privilege of welcoming back graduating seniors from South Lakes High School for their annual graduation walk through the halls of Floris. It was a wonderful tradition and a special opportunity for our students and staff to celebrate these graduates and see the incredible accomplishments of former Floris Eagles. We are excited to welcome graduates from Westfield High School next week for their graduation walk as well!
Big Truck Day:
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make Big Truck Day such a success! Our students had an absolute blast exploring the vehicles, meeting community helpers, and learning about the important work they do every day.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we finish the school year strong!
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements
🍎Food Share Program:
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Sign up to deliver donated food on Fridays. It is a quick errand!
2026-2027 PTA Leadership Opportunities:
- Our PTA is seeking a Staff Appreciation, Enrichment Program, and Room Parent Lead. These roles are essential in recognizing Floris’ dedicated staff and enriching our students’ academic experience. Open PTA positions are listed here. We are happy to provide training and support! For more details, contact florispta.pres@gmail.com.
Want to learn more about the PTA? Visit our website.
Time to Return Library Books!
As the school year comes to an end, please remember to return any library books that may still be at home. All library books were due on Wednesday, June 3rd.
Parents, we would appreciate your help in locating any overdue books. Please take a quick look in backpacks, on bookshelves, under beds, and even in the car for books that may have been overlooked.
Returning library books helps us get the library ready for next year and ensures that all students can continue to enjoy our collection. If you find any library books at home, please send them back to school as soon as possible.
Thank you for your help and support!
If you believe a book has been lost, please contact Ms. Papas at mopapas@fcps.edu to discuss next steps. Thank you!
End of Year Spirit Week
Our SCA students recently met to brainstorm, vote on themes, and design the poster for our End-of-School Spirit Week! While we know this is a busy time of year for families, the students wanted to end the school year with a little extra fun and school spirit. Participation is optional, and we hope everyone joins in when they can!
Hello Summer: End of School Spirit Week (June 10–17)
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Wednesday, June 10 – Under the Sea: Dress like a sea animal or ocean creature.
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Thursday, June 11 – Happy Birthday USA!: Wear red, white, and blue.
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Friday, June 12 – Double Trouble: Match outfits with a friend.
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Monday, June 15 – Destination Vacation: Wear an outfit inspired by your favorite vacation destination.
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Tuesday, June 16 – Pajama Day: Wear your favorite pajamas.
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Wednesday, June 17 – Summer Fun: Wear your best tropical attire to celebrate the start of summer break.
Dining Room Assistant Position Open
Floris Elementary is looking for a member of our community to join our team as a Dining Room Assistant for the 2026-27 school year.
Hours: 10:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on student attendance days
Position Description: The Dining Room Assistant helps create a positive and safe lunch experience for our students by:
- Assisting students during lunch periods
- Supervising student clean-up
- Maintaining expectations for cafeteria behavior
- Dismissing students to their teachers
This role works closely with a variety of staff members and interacts with students across all grade levels throughout the day.
Qualifications:
- Friendly and energetic
- Reliable and dependable
- Comfortable maintaining expectations and routines
- Enjoys working with children
This position plays an important role in the daily operation of our school and is a wonderful opportunity for a member of the Floris community to give back while working part-time during the school day.
If you are interested or would like to learn more, please contact Assistant Principal Rob Gibbs at ragibbs@fcps.edu.
AAP Information
If you are interested in learning more about the 4 levels of AAP services, please click on this link: Elementary School AAP Levels of Service.
If you should have any questions regarding AAP services, please reach out to Amy Albanese our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher here at Floris ES, or learn more about AAP on our Floris webpage!
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 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.
Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year
June 10-11: 6th Grade Musical Performances, 7:00
June 16: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:30am
June 17: Last Day of School
Find the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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