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Calendar Reminders
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August 5: Forestville PTA sponsored Kindergarten Play Date (9:00 a.m. Forestville Playground)
August 20: Forestville Open House/Meet the Teacher (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Kindergarten Only & 2:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. All students)
August 24: First Day of School
September 2: Forestville Back To School Night (5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.)
September 4 & 7: Labor Day Holiday - No School
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Summer Behind-the-Scenes!
Forestville looks very different in summer time. Our amazing custodial team, Ms. Mirtala, Ms. Lisa and Mr. Williams, worked all summer long to ready our rooms for the return of our students. They take every piece of furniture out of the classroom, detail clean it and then scrub the floors and apply multiple coats of new wax before bringing all of the furniture back inside. Our building looks very different in summer than the rest of the school year! We like it much better filled with students and look forward to their return on Monday, August 24!
Open House – Meet Your Teacher!
We're excited to welcome our Cardinals back for the 2026–2027 school year! Join us for Open House on Thursday, August 20, where students and families will have the opportunity to meet their teacher, explore their classroom, and kick off an exciting new school year.
Open House Schedule:
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11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Kindergarten students ONLY and their families
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2:00–3:00 p.m. – All Forestville students and families (Kindergarten will also be available at this time)
**Class placement letters will be emailed to families on Tuesday evening, August 18.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back to Forestville Elementary and help you start the school year with confidence and excitement.
Early Release Wednesdays
Mark your calendars! We will again have limited early release days for elementary schools on certain Wednesdays for the 2026-27 school year.
Forestville Dismissal on Early Release Wednesdays is 1:00 p.m.
Three-hour early release days for our school will take place on
- September 30
- November 18
- January 13
- April 7
Please review this webpage for more detailed information about the early release Wednesdays.
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Stay Connected with Forestville!
Want to see what learning, laughter, and life at Forestville really look like? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for a front-row seat to the amazing moments happening in our classrooms and around our school. From special events and student highlights to spirit days and everyday fun—you won’t want to miss a thing!
📸 Facebook: ForestvilleFCPS
📸 Instagram: @forestvillefcps
Nominate a Forestville Employee Today
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR. We encourage our community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated and we thank you in advance for your time!
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Download the FCPS App Today!
The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep you connected and informed, directly from your smartphone. Download the FCPS mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
With the app, you can:
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View school calendars. See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus. See what’s for lunch and breakfast each school day.
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Tap to contact. Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
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Stay up to date. Get the latest news from FCPS.
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Access key links. Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
No need to log in, just download and go! Learn more about the FCPS mobile app.
Updated Cellphone Policy: No Phones or Devices (including smartwatches) from “bell-to-bell”
Senate Bill 108 is a new Virginia law that went into effect on July 1. It requires that all schools in the state follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy and prohibit cellphone possession and use for the entire school day. The updated FCPS Cellphone Policy aligns with this law.
Across all grade levels, cellphones, cellphone accessories, and all smart devices must be off and personally stored for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (like a smartwatch) must be off and personally stored for the duration of the school day, too. Personal devices that connect to a cellphone or cellphone accessory or operate as a smart device must also follow the FCPS Cellphone Policy.
This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. However, school-issued devices must be used in accordance with FCPS Regulation 6410, Acceptable Use Policy, which allows the use of school-issued devices for educational purposes. More details are available on the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage.
New ParentVUE Mobile App Launch - Now Avaialble!
On Tuesday, July 28, a new ParentVUE mobile app will become available in the Apple and Google app stores. This new app provides parents and caregivers with a more secure sign-in. The current “classic” app will remain active for about six months. Families must download the new app by December 2026 to ensure they have continued mobile access to their child’s school data.
In the new app, families can enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA) for FCPS Single Sign-On. While enrollment is optional, we strongly recommend that everyone enable this security feature.
Learn more about installing the new ParentVUE app. Parents needing assistance should submit a Parent Support Request.
New Student ID Cards Coming This Fall
This fall, every FCPS student will receive a student identification (ID) card as part of a divisionwide effort to modernize school transportation, improve communication with families, and strengthen student safety while traveling to and from school.
Every student who rides the school bus will need to tap on and tap off the bus every day using their new student ID card. Families can help by reinforcing this new habit with their child.
All students at our school will need to wear their student ID cards throughout the school day. We will be handing out the new student ID cards the first few weeks of school. More details will be shared soon.
Learn more about the new transportation system and student ID cards.
Back-to-School Immunization Requirements
Make sure your child has all of their required immunizations before the first day of school. Check their immunization records to see what they might be missing. You can:
- Request immunization records online through the Virginia Immunization Information System (a free service).
- If your child was immunized outside of Virginia, get records from those states’ systems.
- Request records from your health care provider. Some may charge for copies.
Review school-required immunizations to verify that your child is up to date.
Where to Receive Immunizations
If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your family’s healthcare provider or one of the following immunization events.
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary.
If you do not have a healthcare provider, visit a Health Department clinic. Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) clinics offer immunizations to all Fairfax County students, as well as those who are behind on their scheduled immunizations or need a booster.
Summer back-to-school immunization clinics are also available. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome. FCHD offers limited walk-in hours for immunization services on a first-come, first-served basis. Immunizations are also available by appointment.
Inova Cares Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs provide children ages 5 and up with free school physicals and immunizations. Weekend clinics are available in July and August. These health fairs are for VA Medicaid or Uninsured Inova registered patients only. Appointments are required. Call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. Bring vaccine records to the appointment.
Local immunization clinics and additional resources are available on the FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and from the FCHD.
Apply Today for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!
According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Studies show that students who eat both school breakfast and lunch tend to have healthier diets than those who don't participate in school meals.
Families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost or at a reduced cost. This includes more than one-third of FCPS students. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits.
The application for FRM is now available for the 2026-27 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
Access the application and view criteria and up-to-date information on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
Meals for Students Available Through August 21
No-cost meals will be provided to students on a first-come, first-served basis through Friday, August 21, at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on site while eating their meals.
Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children ages 6 weeks to 4 years living in Fairfax County with economic and educational risk factors.
- The pre-K program prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from expectant mothers and parents/guardians of children 6 weeks to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. However, space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are accepted online, by email, by postal mail (printable application), or in person at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042. If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System
- Boundary Changes for Skyview and Western Pyramids
- Free Mental Health Support for Middle Schoolers
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
 🎪 Fall Carnival Volunteers Needed!
One of Forestville's favorite traditions is just around the corner, and we're looking for volunteers to help make this year's Fall Carnival a success!
The Fall Carnival brings together our school and community for an evening of fun, games, and unforgettable memories. Whether you enjoy planning, organizing, creating, or simply lending a helping hand, we'd love to have you on the planning committee. No matter your experience level, there's a place for everyone to contribute.
If you're interested in helping shape one of our biggest community events of the year, please contact the PTA at president@forestvillepta.org or social@forestvillepta.org.
Together, we can make this year's Fall Carnival the best one yet! 🍂🎡
Learn more about Curriculum Enhancement at Forestville
PTA support for curriculum enhancement — teacher stipends, field trip subsidies, and software licensing
Before‑School Spanish
After‑School Programming — chess, coding, robotics, arts
New Musical Option for next school year
PTA‑Sponsored Clubs — Odyssey of the Mind & Science Olympiad
Girl Scouts & Cub Scouts
👉 View the Slides
👉 View the Presentation Passcode: T1Va?mfq
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