The Sunshine Scoop
Dear Louise Archer Families,
Thank you for helping us keep arrival and dismissal safe, orderly, and welcoming for everyone. This week, we want to highlight a few important procedures for families using Kiss and Ride, buses, and walking or biking routes.
The front bus loop is reserved for buses only, so please do not park or wait there, particularly within 30 minutes of arrival or dismissal. The Kiss and Ride entrance is located at the four-way stop. For everyone’s safety, please do not pick up or drop off students in the road or anywhere other than the designated Kiss and Ride sidewalk. The parking lot near the cafeteria is reserved for students who walk or ride their bikes to school.
We appreciate your patience, care, and partnership as we work together to ensure that all students arrive and leave school safely each day.
Sincerely,
Liz Noto, Principal
Tory Swanson, Assistant Principal
Our FCPS School Board members would like to welcome you to another school year. Please click on their videos below to hear their messages.
Melanie Meren - Hunter Mill District: YouTube
Kyle McDaniel - At-Large: YouTube
Ryan McElveen - At-Large: YouTube
Ilryong Moon - At-Large: YouTube
County Fair at Warhawk Stadium
Join us for an evening of family fun at the County Fair at Warhawk Stadium today, Friday, September 18, 2026, from 5-7 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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Junior Warhawks Fall Dance Clinic
Open to Grades 3-8! This workshop will be held on Monday, October 12 from 9am-12:30PM. There will be an optional halftime performance on Friday, October 16th at the Varsity Football Game.
For more information and registration scan the QR code!
Questions? Email: Madisonwarhawkdanceteam@gmail.com
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Important Update from the Town of Vienna
Town of Vienna Parks and Recreation needs our help keeping community spaces safe and clean! Please note that e-bikes and e-scooters are strictly prohibited on all athletic fields, including Waters Field. Additionally, Waters Field is NOT permitted as an after-school hangout spot for students.
Recent misuse has led to safety hazards, litter, and turf damage, prompting local officials and police to increase preventive measures and lock field gates. We ask parents to discuss these rules with their students to help preserve these spaces for scheduled athletic use. Thank you for your support in keeping our community grounds safe!
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Superintendent's Community Conversations
Join your neighbors 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, at 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
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
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Kiss 'n Ride Safety
A friendly reminder to please stay in your vehicle if you are in the Kiss & Ride line. If you must get out of the car, we ask that your pull all the way up so we can keep students out of the line of traffic. The only designated Kiss & Ride is on the side of the school closest to Madison High School’s fields.
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Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible.
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Reflections Arts Contest
All Louise Archer students are encouraged to participate in the Reflections Arts Contest, a National PTA Program. Students can submit original works in six different categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. This year’s theme is “What My Culture Means to Me” Submissions will be accepted through Friday, October 23, 2026.
We will celebrate all Louise Archer entries and participants in a special reception in December! Learn more about this fun opportunity on the PTA website: https://louisearcherpta.org/reflections/
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In Case You Missed It:
- Did you complete the form to communicate how your child will go home during the 3-hour early release days? The first early dismissal is approaching! Please complete this form (one per family) if you haven't already done so: https://forms.gle/PjP6a6YCFe2ADRcT6.
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Join the PTA! Memberships are good for one school year. Go to: https://louisearcherpta.givebacks.com/shop
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As we roll out the new bus card system for the 2026-27 school year, we will temporarily be unable to accommodate afternoon bus pass requests. This pause will allow us to ensure the new card system is working smoothly before adding temporary bus changes. Once the bus card system is fully underway, we will send a community message letting families know we can begin accepting afternoon bus pass requests. Please keep in mind afternoon bus change requests are due TWO SCHOOL DAYS prior to the change and are emailed to LAESBusPass@fcps.edu
Upcoming Calendar Dates
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September 18: County Fair at Madison High School (5:00-7:00p)
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September 21: School Closed for Yom Kippur
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September 25: AAP Continuum of Services & Full-Time AAP Identification Information Meeting Virtual via this Zoom link or in-person in the cafeteria.
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September 30: Early Release Wednesday
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