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Dear Belle View Families,
It is hard to believe this will be my last Friday newsletter for the 2025–2026 school year! We have had a wonderful year, and our students and staff have so much to be proud of.
I would like to send a tremendous thank you to Amy Derrington and our PTA for hosting a fantastic Spring Picnic. The food was delicious, the children had a blast on the obstacle course, and the band played great music for parents and students alike. We are so fortunate to have such a dedicated PTA. Please check out the graphic below for a breakdown of the funds raised and invested this year to provide our students with field trips, school assemblies, community events, and so much more!
It was another wonderful week at school, highlighted by our Spring Concert on Tuesday evening and capped off with our 6th-grade promotion ceremony today! It was a memorable day, and our 6th graders had an amazing time celebrating.
I wish you and your families a safe and relaxing summer break. Thank you again for your continued partnership.
Have a wonderful summer, and I will look forward to seeing you around the View! 🐾
Principal Pluntke
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Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
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!
Early Release Wednesdays for 2026-27
FCPS will continue with limited early release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number of days has been reduced from eight to four.
Early release Wednesdays provide elementary teachers with a dedicated block of time to prepare lessons, participate in professional development and training, and collaborate with their peers. A well-supported and continuously improving teaching staff leads to better educational outcomes for students.
Please view the dates for our school’s early release Wednesdays below:
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October 21
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December 2
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February 10
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May 5
Visit the FCPS website for more information about early release Wednesdays.
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay ConnectedOn Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request. After July 29, families may also contact [school registrar name and phone/email] to request a printed activation letter or a new activation key, if needed.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our front office. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
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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 please check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
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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.
Belle View will dismiss at 1:55pm.
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LEAP Into Reading Where: All Fairfax County Public Libraries Who: All Families Website: Click Here LEAP is a virtual Fairfax County Public Library account for all students enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). Students may have a LEAP account as well as a standard library card. The application available online and in library branches. With a LEAP account, students can:
- Check out up to three items for six weeks with no renewals or holds.
- Check out physical items like books, videos and audiobooks, but not video games, Library of Things items, Chromebooks or Launchpads.
Summer Food Service Program Fairfax County Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge at Hybla Valley Elementary School. Meals will be provided, on a first come, first serve basis. Children must remain onsite while consuming their meals. Where: Hybla Valley Elementary School ** NO MEALS will be served on June 18-19 and July 3. Dates and times listed below. June 22 - August 21 • 9am-10am (Breakfast) June 22 - July 2; July 27 - August 21 • 12pm-1pm (Lunches only, served outside) July 6 - July 24 (All meals served indoors) • All meals served indoors
Friends of the Martha Washington Library Book Sale Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Where: Martha Washington Library Who: All Ages Browse the large selection of books and media for a variety of interests in this special summer sale! Proceeds benefit the Martha Washington Library and related activities.
Juneteenth Picnic Thursday, June 18th from 4:00-5 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: All Families Celebrate Juneteenth with a storytime and picnic! Bring a blanket and lunch for this outdoor event. All ages welcome. No registration required. This event will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather. Petting Zoo Thursday, June 18th from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Where: Martha Washington Library Who: All Ages
Start your summer at Martha Washington's petting zoo, provided by Bar C Ranch, where you can meet and interact with adorable animals. Bring the whole family for a memorable afternoon full of joy and laughter! Animals appearances are subject to change but we expect the following:
- Camel
- Donkey
- Cow
- Llama
- Sheep
- Goat
- Rabbit
- Tortoise and more....
Summer Reading “Lemonade Stand” Saturday, June 20th from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: Ages 3-12 Kick off summer break with some refreshing lemonade, crafts, & more! Recommended for children ages 3-12 years old & their families. Registration is not required, but you can fill out the form below to receive an email reminder before the event.Lemonade and craft materials provided at no cost while supplies lasts. Register Here (Opens Saturday, June 6th) Sibshops/SibTeen Summer Camp Monday, June 22nd and Tuesday, June 23rd Where: Fairfax Villa Elementary 10900 Santa Clara Dr, Fairfax, VA Sibshops and SibTeen will hold a two-day summer camp for children in FCPS schools who have a sibling with a disability. Camp will be held on Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23 from 9:00am-2:30pm at Fairfax Villa Elementary (10900 Santa Clara Dr, Fairfax, VA). Each day participants will engage in a variety of fun recreation and art-based community building activities and discussion related to their shared experience and access peer support. Lunch will be provided each day. Sibshops is open to children in grades 2nd through 5th. SibTeen is offered to children in grades 6 through 9. Contact FCPSSibshops@fcps.edu with questions. Register here
Magic with Jonathan Austin Tuesday, June 23rd from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Where: Martha Washington Library Who: All Ages Join magician Jonathan Austin for a fast-paced and highly entertaining show that includes award winning juggling, amazing magic, comedy, jokes, a unicycle bit, an incredible tablecloth pull, lots of fun audience participation and repertoire, and so much more. Co-sponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library.
Dino Days – Family STEAM Wednesday, June 24th from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Where: Martha Washington Library Who: Ages 3-7 We'll start with a fun dinosaur-related story, then break into different STEAM stations for some Jurassic fun. Come for the whole time or just drop in. Best for families with children ages 3-7.
Science Heroes: Digging It! Thursday, June 25th from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: Ages 6-11 Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive S.T.E.M. show for the whole family. With help from audience volunteers, we’ll conduct exciting experiments about the changing states of matter, pressure, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt! If you don’t already love science, you’ll really ‘dig it’ after seeing Science Heroes in action! Co-sponsored by the Friends of George Mason Regional Library. Registration Required (Opens Thursday, June 11 at 11am)
Rock Art Friday, June 26th from 2-3:00 p.m. Where: Martha Washington Library Who: Kindergarten and Up Grab a paintbrush and decorate some smooth river rocks. You can make a pet rock or cute critter to take home with you or paint words of kindness and place the rocks along our StoryWalk to inspire people as they stroll along the path behind the library. Wear clothes that can be splattered with paint. All supplies will be provided by the library (but feel free to bring any interesting rocks you might find). Best for families with children grade K and up. If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program, its content, or accommodations, please call the branch at 703-768-6700 (option 4). Ocean Slime Monday, June 29th from 5-6:00 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: Ages 6 to 12 Create your own ocean themed slime! Add colors, glitter, and more to make your slime your own. Fun sensory activity for ages 6 to 12. Registration is required! Register Here (Opens Monday, June 22nd)
The U.S. Army Band presents: Stories, Suites, and Sonatas Sunday, July 12th from 2-3:00 p.m. Where: Sherwood Regional Library Who: All Ages Join us for an afternoon of storytelling and song featuring the world-class woodwind, brass, chorus, and string musicians of the U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own." Don't miss this spirited program of mixed ensembles and wide variety of music, including a musical narration of the story of Ferdinand the Bull and a salute to America's 250th. The U.S. Army Band chamber ensembles are drawn from the elite musicians of "Pershing's Own," presenting diverse and virtuosic programs in a variety of performance settings. Based in Washington, DC, and appearing regularly throughout the DMV area, they represent the U.S. Army through artistic excellence, musical versatility, and meaningful public engagement.
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June 17-Last Day of School-1:55 Dismissal
August 18th-Popsicles on the Playground-Grades K-2, 3- 4 pm grades 3-6, 4-5 pm
August 20th-Open House 4-5 pm
August 24-First Day of the 2026-2027 School Year
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