Back-to-School Night: Thursday, September 17, from 5:30–7:00 PM This evening is for parents. Doors open at 5:30. Teachers will present at 5:40 PM and again at 6:20 PM. Meet the Specialists in the library and check out community resources in the lobby. Our 6th grade team will present together in the cafeteria.
Game Night at iCode (childcare) during Back to School Night: 5:15-7:15pm - Register Online!
PTA Meeting: Tuesday, September 15 @ 6:30
Asha-Jyothi Steam Run: Sunday, September 20 @ 8:00 am (see below to for details and to Register Now)
No School - Yom Kippur: Monday, September 21, 2026
AAP Information Meeting: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 9:30-10:30am in the cafeteria (virtual option available below)
Early Release Wednesdays: Students dismissed at 12:30 PM unless staying for supervision.
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Our third week of school is underway, and students are settling into their routines and procedures beautifully. It is wonderful to see our building filled with learning and joy each day.
Next week will be a busy and exciting one, with our first PTA meeting on Tuesday and Back-to-School Night on Thursday. We look forward to connecting with many of you during these special events.
Thank you for giving us this first month of school to establish routines and procedures and allow students to settle into the cafeteria. This time has helped create a comfortable and successful lunchtime experience for everyone. Once the first month has passed, we are happy to welcome family members to join a student for lunch. We encourage visitors to purchase lunch from the cafeteria or bring a lunch from home rather than bringing outside fast food into the cafeteria. Your presence, more than anything, is what makes the occasion special for your child!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Condra and Amber Burnett
 Big Viking welcomes are in order! Big applause for the newest faces joining our Vienna Elementary family this year:
• Nagham Alkenani – Preschool Teacher
• Youngmin Anderson – Resource Teacher
• Einar "Max" Bohlin – Instructional Assistant
• Trish Cochran – Family Liaison
• Joseph Corbin – Physical Education Teacher
• Liz Finnerty – Reading Specialist
• Michelle Flanigan – Multilingual Learner Teacher
• Karen Howell – Strings Teacher
• Ashlie McDuffie – Band Teacher
• Anna Stinchcomb – Instructional Assistant
• Jordyn Veloz – Grade 5 Teacher
We’re so excited to have these amazing educators on board. Let’s show them some love, VES family!
ATTENDANCE REPORTING PROCEDURES
 Running late or not feeling so great? ⏰
Whether it's a doctor’s appointment, a morning delay, or a rest day, keeping us in the loop takes just a quick minute! Choose whichever path works best for your morning routine:
1️⃣ Tap through ParentVUE
2️⃣ Send a quick message to viennaelem.attendance@fcps.edu
3️⃣ Give our attendance line a ring at 703-937-6066
Properly reporting absences and late arrivals helps us greet our tardy Vikings with a smile and keeps our school community safe and organized. Thank you for working together with us!
Importance of Strong Attendance Habits
September is Attendance Awareness Month. Some of the ways parents can help their children create healthy routines and a habit of getting to school on time every day include:
- Setting a regular bedtime and morning routine. (Need help? Download this checklist in English or Spanish.)
- Laying out clothes and packing backpacks the night before.
- Talking to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning, if they seem anxious about going to school.
- Developing back-up plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another parent.
- Avoiding medical appointments or extended trips when school is in session.
If you or your family need any kind of support, please reach out to our front office. We are here for you! Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.
STEAM RUN
🎉 JOIN THE ASHA-JYOTHI 5K FUN RUN & SUPPORT OUR VIKINGS! 🎉
Get ready to move and groove for a fantastic cause, Vikings! The Asha-Jyothi (AJ) 5K Run & Fun Run is a fun-filled family event featuring foot-tapping music, delicious food, and a beginner-friendly course.
Best of all, Asha-Jyothi generously donates 100% of registration fees from our school right back to VES to support our STEAM learning adventures!
📍 RACE LOCATION & DETAILS 📍
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📅 Race Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
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📍 Race Location: Fairfax Corner (near P.F. Chang's — 4250 Fairfax Corner Dr, Fairfax)
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⏰ Start Times:
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🏃 Fun Run: 8:00 AM
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🏃♀️ 5K Run: 8:30 AM
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💵 Registration Price: $30 regular price through September! (Note: Price increases by $5 one week before the event, so grab your spot early!)
📦 PACKET PICKUP LOCATIONS 📦
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🏫 Friday, Sept 18: 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM @ Navy Elementary School
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🍽️ Saturday, Sept 19: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM @ Silver Diner (Fair Lakes)
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🏃 Sunday, Sept 20 (Race Day): 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM @ Fairfax Corner (Note: T-shirts are not guaranteed for race-day pickup!)
⏰ RACE DAY AGENDA ⏰
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🌅 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM: Packet Pickup
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📸 7:30 AM: Volunteer Picture
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🏁 8:00 AM: Fun Run Starts!
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👟 8:30 AM: 5K Starts!
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💃 9:15 AM: Bollywood Dances, Stage Performances & Breakfast Opens!
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🏆 9:35 AM: Prize Distribution & Entertainment
💡 QUICK FACTS & STEM IMPACT 💡
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🔬 100% Back to VES: Every registration dollar from our VES families goes directly back to funding STEM lab needs and hands-on learning at our school!
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🙋♀️ 100% Volunteer Non-Profit: Dedicated to providing education and healthcare access with zero administrative overhead.
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📚 Global Reach: Supporting education for over 6,250+ kids every year!
🎉 REGISTER TODAY & SUPPORT OUR VIKINGS! 🎉
Lace up those sneakers and join our Viking community for a morning of fitness, family fun, and school spirit!
AAP INFORMATION SESSION
 Hello Vienna families! My name is Amneh Subhi, I am the Advanced Academic Resource teacher at Vienna Elementary School.
I would like to welcome you all to our AAP information night that will happen on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 9:30-10:30am in the cafeteria.
This presentation will provide families with information about the continuum of services that the Advanced Academic Program provides and explain the screening process for full-time services.
There will also be a virtual option for those who cannot make the in person meeting. Please use this Zoom link to access the meeting. Parents and guardians, remember to check into the office before making your way to the cafeteria.I look forward to meeting everyone soon!
FAMILY NEEDS QUESTIONNAIRE
 We want to hear from all families! 💙 Please take a few minutes to complete our Family Needs Questionnaire. This brief, four-question form will help us better understand how to support our community with school resources, FCPS platform navigation, food, clothing, seasonal needs, and other resources families may need both in and outside of school.
Participation is optional and confidential. This questionnaire is not a request for immediate assistance - it’s simply a way for us to listen, plan, and connect families with helpful resources. Thank you for sharing your voice!
CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY
Interest Survey for the VES SUN Parents Group
VES is exploring interest in creating a SUN (Students with Unique Needs) Parents Group for families of students with unique needs, including students who have an IEP. The group would help parents and caregivers connect, share resources and lived experiences, troubleshoot challenges together, and learn from guest speakers and school staff.
Please complete this brief survey to share your interest and preferences. Completing the survey does not commit you to participating.
SEL SCREENER
 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Vienna Elementary School students in grades 3-6 will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information about the SEL Screener, including information on opting out, please see the linked Parent Notification. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
 Superintendent Community Conversations
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Wednesday, September 16, 6:45 p.m., at McNair Elementary School
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
MADISON PYRAMID NEWS
  County Fair at Warhawk Stadium
Rescheduled for Friday, September 18th!
Join us for an evening of family fun at the County Fair at Warhawk Stadium on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM!
Bring your family and friends and enjoy local food trucks and vendors, a bounce house, and more.
Admission: Kids $5 | Adults $7
Location: Warhawk Stadium, 2500 James Madison Drive, Vienna, VA 22181
🎟️ Online Tickets & Policies
📌 Reminder: All ES & MS students must be accompanied by an adult. No re-entry once inside.
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