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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!
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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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Dear Parents and Guardians, To support continued learning during the summer months, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will provide digital learning resources in Mathematics, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies for elementary students. Students have the option to check out an FCPS laptop for summer learning at home. Additional information regarding the available digital resources will be shared at a later time. The deadline for checking out a laptop is June 11th. If a laptop is checked out, it must be returned to Rolling Valley on or before July 30th. Please be aware that families may be held financially responsible for repair or replacement costs if a device is lost, damaged due to misuse, or not returned. We encourage parents to review proper care guidelines with their students and consider protective measures to help prevent accidental damage. Students participating in any of the following summer programs will automatically be issued a laptop from Rolling Valley ES:
- SOAR
- Young Scholars
- IFTA or Tech Academy summer camps.
- ESY (Extended School Year)
- 6th grade students attending the CTE Summer Academy
To check out a laptop for your student, please fill out this form and send it in to your students teacher. https://www.fcps.edu/technology-permission-forms
The West Springfield High School Tri-M Honor Society is excited to invite you and your children to our upcoming Tri-An-Instrument Day on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 AM at West Springfield High School (Door 4)!
This fun, hands-on event gives children the opportunity to:
- Try different instruments from band and orchestra
- Explore singing and choir activities
- Learn about the art of music in an engaging and welcoming environment
- Meet student musicians from WSHS
Whether your child is already interested in music or simply curious to explore something new, this is a great chance to discover the joy of making music!
📍 Location: West Springfield High School – Door 4 (Orchestra Room) 📅 Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
We hope to see many families from our community there for a morning of music, creativity, and fun!
Best, West Springfield High School Tri-M Honor Society
Getting to Know Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS): A Military Family Orientation
Military families new to FCPS or moving to FCPS soon may attend this interactive presentation. Families will learn about:
- FCPS programs, school staff, and digital resources
- Strategies to support student success
- Early enrollment for military families
- The Military Interstate Compact
This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m., and Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Please fill out the Military GTK registration form to sign up and receive the Zoom link.
Visit the Fort Belvoir Food Pantry
Need a hand with your grocery budget? The Fort Belvoir Army Community Service (ACS) food pantry is fully stocked and ready to serve Department of Defense (DoD) ID card holders who need extra food support. Visit the Army Community Center and get the items you need.
When: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 5965 6th St. Bldg. 1263 Fort Belvoir, VA
What to bring: Please bring bags or boxes if you have them
Available items include canned food, fresh meat, milk, eggs, pasta, and more! All DoD ID card holders are welcome.
For more information, please call: 571-231-7000/7001
♥Follow FCPS Military Families on Social Media
Stay up-to-date on all of our latest events, workshops, and resources to support our FCPS military families by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
Cardinal Forest ES has a NEW Visitor Check-in System beginning this week. Downloading and registering on the Raptor Safe App is not required, you can still use your driver’s license in the building, but this is faster.
What is Raptor Safe?
Raptor Safe is a free mobile app designed to make school visits and student dismissals both faster and more secure. By using the app, you can create a Raptor Passport, which allows you to check in at the school entrance by simply scanning a QR code. A new QR code is generated each time so no screenshots. Raptor Safe FAQ Sheet
🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter. View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.
Each year, the CFES PTA selects a staff member and parent as Volunteers of the Year. This year, we have selected Michalle Hawk, our wonderful librarian, and Ashley Vande Bunte, our Spirit Night Coordinator!
What a wonderful year! GiftCrowd is open to thank our teachers and staff that have supported and enriched your students this year. Please click here to visit the GiftCrowd! Have a wonderful summer!
There are a few volunteer spots left for Field Day on Friday! Please sign-up on PTBoard. Kindergarten through 2nd Grade will participate in the morning, and 3rd through 6th will participate in the afternoon. Please bring your driver’s license and sign in in the main office before meeting on the blacktop before your shift. Thank you for volunteering your time for this fun day!
Interested in getting involved or staying involved next school year? We are looking for volunteers in a few positions - please visit the signup on PTBoard here to see the open positions and sign up. We love our volunteers!
We are looking for volunteers to assist with the 6th Grade Party - setup, balloon arch assembly, supervision, and cleanup - Signup here on PTBoard! Donations of drinks (soda and juice boxes) would be greatly appreciated - those can be delivered to the front office by Monday, 6/8! This event is not possible without volunteers - we appreciate you!
Next year, your child's 6th grade year ends with a celebration! We need 8 enthusiastic parents to make it happen…the 6th Grade Celebration Committee plans and runs a major end-of-year party in June 2027: food, games, a photo booth, bounce obstacle course, and more. Commitment is manageable (with a few busier stretches for fundraising and the event), and the PTA has your back with built-in fundraising through restaurant Spirit Nights and a Cupid Bingo Raffle. Sign up here!
Upcoming Events 📆
PTA Calendar
June 5: Field Day
June 12: 6th Grade Party
June 15: 6th Grade Promotion
June 17: Last Day of School (2hr early release)
Connect With Us
PT Board: https://cardinalforest.ptboard.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedBirdPTA/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cardinalforestespta
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cardinalforestpta
cardinalforestpta@gmail.com
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