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WIMS Calendar
Monday, September 28 - October 2, 2026: Finance Park Field Trips (8th Grade Only)
Saturday, October 3, 2026 - Cross Country Meet at Carson MS (7:30am)
Saturday, October 10, 2026 - Cross Country Meet at Herndon MS (10:00am)
Monday, October 12, 2026 - No School for Students (School Planning Day)
Thursday, October 22, 2026 - Picture Day for EVEN period PE classes
Friday, October 23, 2026 - Picture Day for ODD period PE classes
Friday, October 30, 2026 - End of First Quarter, 2-hour early release
Students in Ms. Olsen's Journalism class interviewing Ms. Padilla.
Good afternoon, Irving Community,
Fall is here, and this past week marked the beginning of Friday Enrichment! At Irving MS, students can select from a wide variety of opportunities to explore their interests, learn new skills, and collaborate with peers and staff. Across the building, students are jamming in a band, producing podcasts, working out in the weight room, engaging in robotics, drafting restroom redesigns, and participating in many other exciting activities. Be sure to ask your student about their Friday Enrichment experience!
This coming week, our eighth-grade students will attend JA Finance Park as part of their learning in Civics and Economics. Through classroom curriculum and an interactive simulation, this program helps students develop the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions related to income, expenses, savings, and credit.
Irving will also participate in Blue Star Welcome Week. Each year, more than 600,000 military families move to new communities. This national initiative helps ensure that military-connected families feel welcomed and encourages community members to support them. On Tuesday, September 29, Irving will host a Blue Star Parent Coffee for military families who are new to our school community. We look forward to connecting with you!
With appreciation,
Emily Cincinnati
Principal
News from the Hollow
Irving Team for TJIMO
Irving will be sending 7 students to compete in Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology’s Intermediate Math Open on Saturday, October 17th from 8:30am-5pm. Students received information about this opportunity in their Advisory lessons. Interested students (families, please have your student email) should email Mrs. Richter at kerichter@fcps.edu by Friday, October 2nd to express interest. We will determine next steps for qualifying based on interest. Students must be in Honors Geometry or below.
Fall Full-Time AAP Referral Window for Students New to FCPS Closes on October 15
The fall referral window is only for students in Grades 3-8 who are new to FCPS since January 1, 2026. Parents and guardians who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services must submit the Full-Time AAP Referral Form to Katie Richter, Irving’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at kerichter@fcps.edu by October 15, 2026. Late referrals will not be accepted.
For students who are not new to FCPS and have been enrolled, the spring Full-Time AAP identification window is open to students in Grades 2-7. Families interested in referring their student for consideration during the spring window must submit a referral by December 15, 2026.
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.
Referral form and additional information can be found on the Advanced Academic Program website linked here.
For more information, contact: Katie Richter, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), 703-912-4573, kerichter@fcps.edu
Set Screen Time Limits and Monitor Online Activity With Lightspeed
The free Lightspeed Parent Portal makes it easy for you to see and manage how your child uses their FCPS-issued device outside of school hours. New Lightspeed Parent Portal features for this school year include:
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Schedules: Pause or restrict internet access during specific times, such as during homework time, family dinners, weekends, or bedtime.
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Web Rules: Block specific websites you don’t want your child accessing at home.
Be sure to check your email (subject line: “Filter Portal Weekly Report”) each Sunday for the Lightspeed Student Online Activity Report, a weekly summary of the websites your child has visited. Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
Digital Literacy Resources for Families
As part of FCPS’ continued support for digital literacy, families can access lesson materials that introduce the concepts students will explore throughout the school year. These resources include student lessons and supporting materials organized by grade level. Resources will be shared on a quarterly basis through Schoology.
The All Parent/Guardian Course is available in Schoology through a parent or guardian account. Schoology and ParentVUE use the same login credentials. Families who need assistance can review How Do I Log in to and Access Schoology? or watch the brief walkthrough on the Schoology Snippets page.
Families can also learn more about FCPS guidance and practices on the Educational Technology in FCPS webpage.
Library News
Students have found their way to the Irving Library! Our circulation rates are healthy, with so many books coming in and going out every day.
All seventh-grade students visited the library during the first two weeks of school to do an orientation activity and to borrow a book for a first-quarter English class project.
We’re also happy to report that students are finding the library a comfortable space to hang out before school and at break.
After School Information
The After School Program runs 5 days a week unless noted. Monday through Thursday, our clubs and activities will run in two activity blocks (2:25 pm to 3:25 pm and 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm) with late buses; late buses arrive after 4:30 pm; FAB Fridays are 2:15 pm to 3:30 pm (dates are posted on Schoology). The club schedule will vary by day and week, the most up-to-date schedule will be posted in the “After School” section in the student portal and Schoology. Students may not leave school and return for the after school program.
In order to sign up for a club, students must sign up using the Weekly Signup located in the After School Program folder located in the Schoology All Students Course and the After School section of the student portal.
Students may participate in as many clubs as they want. We encourage them to try something new as part of the After School Program!
ALL athletic activities and clubs require athletic footwear to participate, locker rooms are not guaranteed during the After School Program.
PTA Patch
Minted Fundraiser
Planning for the 2026 holiday season just got a bit more special. Support Washington Irving Middle School PTA while shopping at Minted for any occasion. Enjoy 20% off Minted stationery, art, and gifts with our exclusive code, and they’ll donate 10% of net sales back to WIMS. Use code: FUNDRAISEWIMSPTA
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PE Spirit Wear
The PTA is so excited to be offering PE spirit wear! In response to the school requesting to wear gray if possible for PE, we are so excited to debut a new spirit wear design that the students can wear for their PE days. Please check out our new design.
District News
Annual Special Education Family Conference: Registration Open, Call for Volunteers
Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference: Connected Communities, Thriving Students on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
Families, educators, and community members are invited to this no-cost, in-person event to connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources. Lunch will be provided for all participants.
How to Get Involved
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions.
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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.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Traffic Safety Near Our Schools
- Sign and Return the SR&R
- Check Out New Menu Options
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Tales Across Town
WSHS Grassroots Challenge
Irving Middle School Families,
Our future Spartans at Irving are just a short step away from West Springfield High School, where many will compete in Flag Football, Soccer, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, and Football. We’re launching the Spartan Surge to build Turf Field #2 at WSHS! With a $250,000 grant secured from the NFL Foundation and Washington Commanders (read the official feature on Yahoo Sports), we are raising $150,000 by October 31 to complete the project.
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The $30 Challenge: If every family asks 5 family members, neighbors, or friends to donate $30, we hit our goal!
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Why It Matters: Eliminates deteriorating field conditions, keeps students on campus, and creates a safe playing surface for our rising Irving athletes.
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Support Irving: Donate $30 on GoFundMe and leave "Irving Middle School" in the comment box so we can feature Irving on our SportsYou leaderboard!
Learn more at our Spartan Surge Hub or read the grant coverage on Yahoo Sports.
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West Springfield Cross Country Clinic
Lace up your running shoes and join us for an action-packed 2-hour clinic! Learn directly from WSHS varsity XC athletes and Head Coach Chris Pellegrini - leading a program with 11 District titles, 10 Region titles, and 4 State titles!
- Come ready to run, learn, and have fun!
- Don't forget to bring water, hydration, and a light snack.
- Where: South Run Park (Meet by the field house in the back field)
- When: October 12, 2026 (11am - 1pm)
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Register today!
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