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 BMP principal, Ms. Elizabeth Willliams giving speech .
Principal Williams represented the Bren Mar Park community at the 2Twenty fundraising event last Saturday. 2Twenty fundraises and donates time to support the weekend food packs that 30 students in need receive each Friday.
September 30 3 Hour Early Release, School Ends at 1:00 p.m.
October 12 No School - School Planning Day
October 15 AAP Referral Window for New BMP Students Closes
October 23 Book Character Dress Up Day
October 23 PTA Sponsored BINGOween, 6:00 p.m.
October 30 2 Hour Early Release, Schools Ends at 2:00 p.m. (no after-school care is available)
Fairfax County Public Schools is moving into the second phase of the boundary study for Greenway Downs, Jefferson Village, City Park Homes, Kingsley Commons, plus Glasgow Middle School.
Families are invited to attend a community meeting to learn about the revised draft scenarios on Monday, September 28, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Falls Church High School. You may register to attend by clicking in person or virtual, based on your preference.
Visit the FCPS website for more information about the Greenway Downs, Jefferson Village, City Park Homes, and Kingsley Commons, Plus Glasgow Middle School Boundary Study.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 is the first of four Early Release Wednesdays this school year. The purpose of this time is to provide elementary school staff dedicated time to prepare for high-quality, personalized instruction in math, reading, writing, social studies, and science while staying current with research-based best instructional practices.
On these days, school ends at 1:00 p.m. All families need to ensure that the school is aware of the Early Release Dismissal plan for your child. For the safety of your child, no changes will be accepted the day of the Early Release.
You can learn more at https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/safety-and-transportation/limited-early-release-wednesdays
 Two students joyfully engage in a small ESOL Jump Start Group with a teacher.
The Advanced Academic Program (AAP) fall referral window is only for students in Grades 3 to 8 who are new to FCPS since January 1, 2026. Parents and guardians who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time AAP services must submit the Full-Time AAP Referral Form to Yetta Williams, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at yfwilliams@fcps.edu by Thursday, October 15. Late referrals will not be accepted.
For students who are not new to FCPS, the spring Full-Time AAP identification window is open to students in Grades 2 to 7. Families interested in referring their student for consideration during the spring window must submit a referral by Tuesday, December 15.
Once a referral is received, our school will compile information related to the student. Then, a committee of trained professionals from across the county will review materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time AAP services.
Other Advanced Academic Services
At the elementary level, all students are screened each spring for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services. Families may also refer their student for consideration for Subject-Specific or Part-Time AAP at any time during the school year. Eligibility decisions are made at the school level, and families are notified of the decision within 30 school days of the referral. The Full-Time AAP referral deadlines do not apply.
At the middle school level, honors courses are open to all students.
For more information, please contact Yetta Williams, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at yfwilliams@fcps.edu or visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
The Annual Special Education Family Conference will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hayfield Secondary School.
Hosted by FCPS and community partners, its theme — Connected Communities, Thriving Students — highlights the power of partnerships that support student success. This no-cost, in-person event brings together families, staff, and community partners to explore special education services, supports, and resources and to build meaningful connections.
The conference will feature an inspiring opening session, engaging breakout sessions, an exhibitor hall, and lunch for all participants. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for the latest information.
Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions.
 Installing ceiling tiles - Construction continues...
Bailey Kinsella & Maggie Trout, Music & Chorus Teacher
This school year will be filled with performances and most importantly FUN! Students have been "rocking out" in Music Class, and we have so enjoyed working with them. To kick off our Grade Level Performances, all students in grades K-5 will be performing in the 2026 Veteran's Day Concert to thank our local heroes and celebrate the men and women who have served. We invite parents/guardians to attend on November 11 at 3:15PM.
Ms. Kinsella and Mrs. Trout are especially excited to be working together this year as Co-Chorus Directors! Our 4th and 5th Grade Singers have been working especially hard to learn the winter concert music. We look forward to presenting your student's performance on December 17 at 7:00PM.
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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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
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction. Twice-Exceptional (2e) learners are students who are both gifted and have learning challenges or disabilities.
Families can learn more about 2e learners, how to support them, and how to partner with schools on the 2e webpage, which also includes a link to the Special Education Handbook.
New information, including printable flyers, has been added under the heading Supporting 2e Learners in FCPS.
For more information, please contact Monica Holmes at mcholmes@fcps.edu .
Families can now easily grant consent for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account login. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of a variety of resources, including online educational tools, school counseling services, and more.
Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.
Opt In or Out to Student Devices Being Sent Home for Grades 1-6
New this year, families can opt out of having student laptops sent home with their student.
- If you do not want your student to bring their FCPS-issued device home, please toggle the Opt Out button to a check mark and confirm by pressing Save Selection.
- If you would like your student to bring their FCPS device home, no toggle action is needed. Confirm by pressing Save Selection.
Students whose families opt out will continue to have access to an FCPS-issued device during the school day. Please reach out to your student’s teacher to understand expectations for homework and any learning activities that may require access to technology outside of the school day.
The FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) booklet explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. We encourage families to discuss these expectations with their child(ren).
Families should review the SR&R and sign the acknowledgement form by Wednesday, September 30, either by logging into SIS ParentVUE or by signing and returning the Signature Sheet.
We understand that families may need to drive their children to school from time to time. If you need to, please familiarize yourself with our school’s kiss-and-ride procedures for the safety of all children and staff.
Please drop off or pick up your students in the designated areas. Students should not be dropped off or picked up in other areas around the school or in nearby neighborhoods. Please also avoid parking in neighborhoods or double parking in front of our school if you intend to walk your child to school. This can increase the number of students walking through busy intersections and create traffic hazards for other drivers and families trying to get to school.
Please follow all signs and directions posted at our school, on public roads, or provided by school staff or crossing guards, and avoid making U-turns. Most of all, always — ALWAYS — drive slowly near our school. The safety of all our students is one of our top priorities!!
The Fairfax County Police Department has additional safety tips for families, including ways to keep walkers safe and what to do about scooters, bicycles, and e-scooters.
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