Primary News: Week of June 8 to 12

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 06/07/2026 03:15 PM EDT
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Dates to Remember

  • June 11 is our Final Family Market from noon to 3:00 pm at Fort Belvoir Upper
  • June 17 is the Last Day of School
    • 2-Hour EARLY Dismissal

A Message from Principal Delaney

Finishing the Year Strong: Why We Stick to Our Routines

As we head into these final weeks of school, it is completely natural for our little ones to feel a big mix of excitement and anticipation. For young children, even happy changes to their normal routine can feel a bit overwhelming and bring up some extra anxiety or big emotions.

To keep our classrooms feeling safe, calm, and comfortable for the kids, we are committed to keeping our normal daily schedules and routines going right up until the very last day of school. Children do best when they know exactly what to expect next, and keeping things predictable is the best way we can support them right now.

How we can team up at home:

  • Stick to regular sleep schedules: Keeping bedtimes and morning routines consistent helps children arrive at school feeling rested and ready.

  • Chat about the day: Gently talking through what to expect the next day helps ease any quiet worries your child might be holding onto.

  • Keep attendance steady: Being here every day with their friends and teachers gives your child a wonderful sense of stability.

Thank you so much for your partnership as we work together to make these last days of school calm, happy, and meaningful for all of our kids!

Eileen Delaney, Principal of Fort Belvoir

Final Family Food Market!

Hello Families,

📢 Our final Food Market of the year is Thursday, June 11, at Upper from 12:00–3:00 PM (*may open earlier to maintain proper protein temperature).

We need volunteers to:

✅Unload the truck (arrives between 8:00–10:00 AM

✅Help with setup, restocking, box assembly, and cleanup, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

If you're able to help, please send an email to Jenn at jrlindsey@fcps.edu

Thank you for supporting our community!

Getting to Know Fairfax County Public Schools A Military Family Orientation 

Tuesday, June 9, 2026, and Thursday, June 11, 2026

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

Special Education 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. 

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.