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Weekly Update for August 15, 2026
Willow Springs uses PickUpPatrol for parents/guardians to report absences from school and to ensure a safe dismissal for all students. Families new to Willow Springs will receive an email with registration instructions.
 As we prepare for the start of the school year, here are key upcoming dates to keep on your radar:
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Thursday, Aug 20: Teacher placements and bus routes will be posted in ParentVUE. Keep an eye out for welcome emails from teachers as well.
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Friday, Aug 21 (Morning): Willow Welcome! Stop by the school between 9 and 11 a.m. to meet teachers and drop off supplies.
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Monday, Aug 24: First Day of School (9:15 AM – 4 PM).
We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
First-Day Ready
The first day of school, Monday, August 24, is just around the corner! Check out these back-to-school tips to make sure your child gets off to a great start.
Also find out what will be new this school year.
 Apply Today!
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. 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. Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
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.
Prohibition of Personal Electronic Devices During Instructional Time
(Fairfax County School Board Main Motion #6 — Passed July 16, 2026)
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Core Rule: Personal electronic communication and computing devices are prohibited from use during the instructional day.
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Covered Personal Devices:
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Personal laptops & tablets
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Smartphones & smartwatches
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Any other personal internet-connected or communication devices
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Requirement: Students must use FCPS-issued devices for all digital, school-related activities during school hours.
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Exceptions:
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Applies only if a student’s formal IEP or Section 504 Plan explicitly requires or permits a personal device as a documented accommodation.
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Usage must strictly match the provisions outlined in the accommodation document.
 Skip the endless browser bookmarks-the FCPS Mobile App brings you all your key school resources into one central hub with no login required!
There are a lot of school and FCPS webpages to bookmark, but the FCPS mobile app serves as your central hub!
Download the FCPS mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Track school calendars, holidays, and early dismissals
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🍎 Check daily breakfast and lunch menus
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📞 Call attendance lines or email staff in one tap
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📰 Read the latest FCPS news
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🔗 Quickly launch ParentVUE, Schoology, and FCPS.edu
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.
Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE
Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Contact the front office at 703-679-600 if you need an activation code. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
Update Your Contact Information
Be sure you receive important information! Update your phone number(s) and/or email address(es) by clicking “My Account” and reviewing the “Online Verification/Update.” On that form, you can also update immunization records, health information, and emergency contacts.
 New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System
FCPS is launching a new bus navigation system, which includes student ID cards for students who ride the bus. Students will use the cards to tap on and off the bus, helping FCPS and families know exactly which students are riding which buses.
Learn more about the new system and how it will improve route efficiency, safety, and transparency with families. Check out the frequently asked questions for families.
 Exception to Ride Bus Requests
Parents or Guardians who need to change either the bus stop location or the bus that the student is currently assigned to should fill out the form linked here.
This form should be filled out only by an FCPS student's parent or legal guardian. Please note that you should not expect a response before October 1.
Here is the link to the on-line Exception to Ride Request link.
https://www.fcps.edu/facilities-and-transportation-forms
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August 19 - Kindergarten Popsicles, at 3:15 PM in the gym/blacktop
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August 21 - Willow Welcome Open House 9-11 a.m.
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August 24 - 1st Day of School for Students
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September 4 & 7 - Labor Day Break
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September 15 - Back to School Night
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September 21 - Yom Kippur Holiday
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October 12 - Indigenous People's Day Holiday
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October 21 - 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday
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October 30 - End of Quarter 1
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