Beech Tree ES Family Message 7/10/26

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July 10, 2026

Admin Team

Dear Beech Tree Families,

We hope you are enjoying a restful and enjoyable summer with your families. As we move through mid-summer, we wanted to share some important upcoming dates to help you plan ahead for the start of the school year.

We are currently accepting registrations for all new-to-Beech Tree students in PreK–5th grade. Please note that our Registrar, Ms. Sandra Merino, will return from summer break on July 15. At that time, she will begin processing and finalizing all new student registrations.

Please see key upcoming dates and events below:

📅 August Events

  • August 20: Kindergarten Meet & Greet 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Black Top
  • August 21: Open House 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • August 24: First Day of School: Doors open at 9:05 AM Parents are invited to walk their child to class on the first day of school.

 

📅 September Events

  • September 15: Back to School Night 6:00 PM

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Principal Clarke & Assistant Principal Barry

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Beech Tree Elementary School Summer Hours

Summer

On behalf of the staff at Beech Tree, we wish you and your family a wonderful summer break. During the summer months, our office will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For any inquiries, feel free to call (703) 531-2600.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer!


📅 2026–2027 School Year 3-Hour

Early Release Wednesdays

Only for Students in grades: Kindergarten-5th

Dismissal at 1:00 PM:

  • October 21
  • December 2
  • February 10
  • May 5

We encourage all parents/caregivers to have their student take their normal route home (bus, walk, kiss and ride) on early dismissal days. While these are designated as early release days — where necessary, we will ensure that every student has supervised activities at the school and returns home at the regular time if that is what works best for your family.  SACC after-school care will remain available as an option.


📅 2026–2027 End-of-Quarter Early Release Days

Students will be dismissed at 2:00 p.m. (a two-hour early release) on the last day of each quarter on the following dates:

  • October 30
  • January 28
  • April 16
  • June 16

All students will be dismissed at this time on these dates. Please note that Beech Tree will not provide after-school supervision on two-hour early release days; however, SACC after-school care will remain available as an option.


✂️📓Supply List 2026-2027✏️🖍️


Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy and Busy!

FCPS Summer Learning Resources are now available for students and families. Resources are organized by grade level and provide opportunities for students to review previously taught concepts, practice skills, and explore new ideas throughout the summer.

Families can access the resources at any time as one of many ways to support continued learning and engagement over the summer.


Summer Meals for Students

Summer

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.


Beech Tree School Information

Hours:  9:15 AM-4:00 PM (doors open at 9:05 a.m. for arrival)

Attendance Line 703-531-2626

Attendance EmailBeechTreeElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

School Registrar: Sandra Merino (703) 531-2620

Family Liaison: Ivett Rivas Urbano (703) 531-2601


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