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Greetings McNair Students and Families,
What an incredible, community-filled week it has been! We kicked off last Friday by welcoming the graduating class of 2026 from Westfield High School back to our hallways for a beautifully inspiring Senior Walk. We are so incredibly proud of them, and we cannot wait to watch our McNair Alumni take the stage tonight at the 🎓✨WHS Graduation! 🎓✨
The magic continued over the weekend with our amazing Movie Night Under the Stars. A huge thank you to our wonderful PTA for pulling off such a special event, and to our community for coming out to spend the evening together!
As we head into the final stretch of the year, we continue to work hard to finish strong. We have a fantastic lineup of end-of-year events to celebrate our students, and we want to remind everyone that attendance matters right up until the final bell!
🗓️ Important Dates This Week
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🌷June 10: Field Trip to McNair Upper ES for Rising 3rd Graders
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🌷June 15: Field Day at McNair for Grades K-2
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🌷June 16: Preschool Programming Last Day at McNair ES
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🌷June 17: McNair Student Award Ceremonies and Last Day of School for Grades K-2; Dismissal is at 1:30pm
Thank you for your continued partnership and support in making this year so memorable. Here's to another great week of learning and growing together, Mustangs!
Together We Grow,
Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Stringer, and Mrs. Royer
Please contact us with any questions!
Principal: Elizabeth Watson, evwatson@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Ipsa Stringer, IBStringer@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Sara Royer, smroyer@fcps.edu
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Save the Date, Mustangs!
📌June 10: Field Trip to McNair Upper ES for Rising 3rd Graders
📌June 15: Field Day at McNair for Grades K-2
📌June 16: Preschool Programming Last Day at MES
📌June 17: McNair Student Award Ceremonies and Last Day of School for Grades K-2; Dismissal is at 1:30pm
As we look ahead to next school year, please mark your calendars!
📌August 17: Kinder Camp at McNair Elementary, 8:30-11:30am (More information will be shared with families over the summer who have a child registered for Kindergarten.)
📌August 20: Open House at McNair and McNair Upper ES, 1:00-2:30pm
📌August 24: The First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School Year!
📌September 17: Tentative Date for Back-To-School Night at McNair Elementary School, 5:00-6:30pm
📌September 20: Asha Jyothi Run at Fairfax Corner at 8:00am.
Arrival and Dismissal
Doors open for arrival at 8:35 a.m. The school day begins at 8:45 a.m.
Dismissal begins at 3:30 p.m.
**Please reference the 2025-2026 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips. Attendance counts and everyday matters!**
Finish the School Year With Strong Attendance!
As we enter the final weeks of the school year, Fairfax County Public Schools appreciates your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success. Regular attendance plays an important role in helping students stay engaged in learning, maintain connections with their teachers and peers, and finish the school year strong.
Attending school consistently also helps students build valuable habits such as responsibility, perseverance, and daily routines that support success both in and out of the classroom.
If your child needs to miss school, please remember to report the absence. Full-day absences can be reported in ParentVUE. Families may also report absences by calling the school attendance line or emailing the school-designated attendance address.
If your child is experiencing challenges that are affecting attendance, we are here to help. Please contact your child’s school so staff can partner with you to provide support and resources. Learn more about attendance resources.
Attendance Challenge! Let's Go Mustangs!
Mustangs, don't forget about our Attendance Challenge! If you're here for a full week, you will be entered that Friday for a chance to win a prize from the mystery box! Tune into the Morning News Show every Monday as we will be calling five winners each week for the remainder of the school year! Remember, you attendance matters! |
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McNair Spirit Weeks!
Wednesday, June 10
Thursday, June 11
- International Day of Play! Inside-Out Day
Friday, June 12
Monday, June 15
- Grade-Level Rainbow Colors Day
- Pre-K – Red
- Kindergarten – Orange
- First – Yellow
- Second – Green
- Front Office – Blue
- Specialists – Purple
Tuesday, June 16
- Hawaiian Luau for School-wide Morning Meeting
Wednesday, June 17-Last Day of School (K-2)
- McNair Pride! Wear Blue and McNair Gear!
McNair Health Room Reminder
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than student dismissal time on the last day of school. Any medication remaining in the health room after that time will be destroyed. Per school policy, medications must be picked up by a parent or guardian and cannot be sent home with a student.
Kindergarten Registration
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment (the student and one caregiver must be present).
Register your child today! Contact our registrar, Ms. Afkham Hosseini, at 703-793-4800 with any questions.
McNair Field Day is June 15th
Field Day for K-2 students is on June 15! Students have been practicing teamwork and are eager to celebrate the end of the year with fun games outside! Here are a few reminders:
- Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle labeled with their name
- Students should wear sneakers or closed-toe shoes they can easily move around in
- Students may get wet, so they can bring extra clothes to change into after Field Day (please, no swimsuits)
In the case of inclement weather, games will be moved inside! We can’t wait to celebrate with our students!
Join Us, Mustangs! Mark Your Calendars!
It's time to start planning for fall! Join us on Sunday, September 20, 2026 for the Asha-Jyothi 18th annual 5K + 1 mi. Fun Run at Fairfax Corner! We cannot wait to see you there!
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!
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Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES
We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.
We understand that it may be inconvenient to walk to the crosswalk, but not doing so puts our students at risk. By modeling responsible behavior and using the crosswalk with the crossing guard or police officer, we can create a safer environment for everyone. Please discuss the importance of crosswalk safety with your child and encourage them to always use the designated paths. Your support and partnership in this matter is greatly appreciated.
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Register Today With Volunteer FCPS
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at McNair Elementary. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
At the Volunteer FCPS site, you can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
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PTA Links:
On Facebook, please like & follow to get the latest updates.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981
McNair PTA Updates & Volunteer Needs
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Urgent Volunteer Coordinators Needed for 2026-2027: We need parent leaders to coordinate vital student competitions (VASO, Odyssey of the Mind, Reflections), community events, staff appreciation, and fundraisers for next school year. Without coordinators, these programs cannot run. Please express interest by July 1, 2026.
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Support the PTA: It is never too late to support our school community, staff, and students by becoming an official member!
Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser:
Harris Teeter’s Together In Education program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. A percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn.
Instruction for Parents:
Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link:
https://tinyurl.com/mcnairharristeeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.
Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090
Corporate Donation to the PTA:
Did you know that the McNair Elementary PTA is a 501- 3(c) non profit (EIN 332743954) meaning your deductions are tax deductible!
As the year ends, please consider making a donation to the PTA and checking with your employer to see if they will match your donation.
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
Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy
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!
Los Recursos para el Verano Ayudan a que los Estudiantes se Mantengan Curiosos, Sanos y OcupadosLa Guía de FCPS de Recursos para el Verano contiene actividades y consejos sobre una variedad de temas e intereses que van desde, campamentos y actividades, hasta recursos sobre salud y seguridad.
Asegúrese de revisarla otra vez más adelante en el verano puesto que podrían agregarse nuevos recursos.
¡Aprender no Toma Vacaciones, y la Diversión Tampoco!
La página web Aprendiendo en el Verano de FCPS ofrece ideas y estrategias para que las familias mantengan viva la curiosidad de los estudiantes hasta agosto. El verano es el momento perfecto para que ayude a su estudiante a explorar nuevos intereses, reforzar conceptos aprendidos y mantenerse interesado en aprender.
Summer Meals
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 please 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.
End of Year/Summer Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter
View the latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter. Topics in this 2026 End of Year/Summer issue include:
- Celebrating 50 Years of IDEA
- A Year of Inclusion in FCPS
- Advancing Success for Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners
- Extended School Year (ESY)
- Your Guide to a Fun and Inclusive Summer
- Play, Plan, Grow: Summer Activities for Executive Function
- Keep SEL Growing all Summer Long
- New Resources to Support Life after High School
- Make an Impact as a Special Education Teacher
- Fairfax County SEPTA News
Subscribe to the Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter.
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.
Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Nueve Idiomas
Padres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
In the month of June, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals who are fighting to live freely and authentically. We stand with those facing an ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice. This Pride Month, we reaffirm and uphold the dignity of LGBTQIA+ people. Each individual in our school community should feel valued for who they are. Visit our LGBTQIA+ Student Resources and Supports webpage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Caribbean American Heritage Month
FCPS celebrates the rich diversity and honors the many contributions of immigrants of Caribbean heritage to our nation during the month of June. Caribbean individuals are some of the most ethnically diverse in the world. There are more than 8.5 million individuals in the United States born in the Caribbean or of Caribbean ancestry. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month.
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Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)
The last day of the school year is Wednesday, June 17, and students will be dismissed early. Student's will dismiss from McNair Elementary at 1:30 pm.
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Juneteenth (Holiday)
Friday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed.
Today we recognize Juneteenth, a celebration and commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, Juneteenth marks a day in 1865 when enslaved Texans learned they would be free, two months after the end of the Civil War and two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. #OurFCPS
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FCPS This Week
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.
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