September 25
News and Notes!
 
Save the Dates
Wednesday, September 30th: First Early Release Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. dismissal
Wednesday, October 7th: Curriculum Night - 5:30-7:30 (Literacy, Math, Advanced Academic Programming information, Family Life Education Parent Preview)
Monday, October 12th: No School - Indigenous Peoples’ Day - School Planning Day
Friday, October 30th: End of Quarter 1 - 2:00 PM Dismissal
Monday, November 2nd: No School - School Planning Day
Tuesday, November 3rd: No School - Teacher Workday
FCPS 26-27 School Calendar
Rolling Valley
School Picture Day is Coming!
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001416992
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com
Learn About Applied Behavior Analysis and Teaching New Skills at Home
All family members and caregivers are invited to attend monthly Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Family Training to learn how to support and teach students with autism and related disorders. No registration is needed.
Virtual trainings take place at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join a session. Upcoming topics include:
- Autism and ABA Overview on Wednesday, October 14. (It is highly recommended that you attend this session before any future sessions.)
- Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home on Wednesday, November 18.
- Toilet Training on Wednesday, December 9.
- Managing Challenging Behaviors at Home on Wednesday, January 13.
- Communication: a Foundation for Independence on Wednesday, February 10.
Visit the ABA webpage for a full list of classes. Need an interpreter? Contact Stephanie Watkins two weeks before the training at 571-423-4110 or sawatkins@fcps.edu.
Twice Exceptional Students
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction. Twice-Exceptional (2e) learners are students who are 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 Rolling Valley ES at 703-923-2700.
Fall into Flavor With FCPS’ New Breakfast and Lunch Menu
FCPS’ new September and October menu items are packed with classic favorites and fresh global inspiration. Check our new online menu system to see when you can try new recipes based on student feedback, and developed by FCPS’ executive chef and team of food and nutrition experts.
Menu items include:
- Breakfast items such as honey chicken biscuits, guava pastelitos (whole-grain pastries filled with tropical guava fruit), and roasted apple parfaits, made with vanilla yogurt and homemade granola.
- Lunch items such as crunchy beef or fiesta tacos, ramen bowl with diced chicken or hard-boiled egg, beef or vegan banh mi burger, and southwest fiesta soup with corn chips.
Stay up to date on FCPS menus and nutrition news by subscribing to the Food and Nutrition Services newsletter.
Tap On and Tap Off, It’s Easy!
Please help all our bus riders remember to tap on and tap off the school bus each day. We currently have about 70% of students on buses following this process correctly, which is a great start! Learn more about student IDs and bus navigation.
Families wishing to see where their child’s bus is should continue to use the Here Comes the Bus app.
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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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.
Early Release Wednesdays
2026-2027
FCPS will continue with limited early release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number has been reduced from eight to four days.
Early release Wednesdays provide elementary teachers with a dedicated block of time to prepare lessons, participate in professional development and training, and collaborate with their peers. A well-supported and continuously improving teaching staff leads to better educational outcomes for students.
Please view the dates for our school’s early release Wednesdays below:
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September 30
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November 18
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January 13
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April 7
Visit the FCPS website for more information about Early Release Wednesdays.
After-School Fall Soccer Club
PTA NEWS
PTA NEWS:
HAUNTED HOUSE & FUN FAIR: LOTS OF IMPORTANT INFO BELOW
VOLUNTEERS/DONATIONS! We can't run this event without a BUNCH of volunteers and donations! We are especially in need of ADULT volunteers, as well as Haunted House and Fun Fair donations!
RVES HAUNTS WEBSITE WITH ALL VOLUNTEER/DONATION LINKS: CLICK HERE
TICKETS! Buy your Haunted House & Fun Fair tickets in advance and save- CLICK HERE
PIE, POPSICLES, & PAJAMA CONTEST is ON! The classes with the highest Haunted House & Fun Fair advance ticket sales will win BIG! Who will catch the current leader- Ms. Quiqley-Beauchamp's class?!
1st Place: Pie Mr. Painter + Popsicle Party + Pajama Party
2nd Place: Popsicle Party + Pajama Party
3rd Place: Pajama Party
Bonus: If we hit $12,000 in advance ticket sales, Mrs. Del Bagno gets pied too!
FALL BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES: Register now for our new after school class sponsored by the PTA!
STEM exCEL
Grades 1-6 - THURSDAYS 4:05 - 5:05PM; 10/8 - 12/3; 8 sessions (no class 11/26) $195
Click here to register for STEM exCEL: CLICK HERE
For scholarship information, please contact Mrs. Del Bagno as soon as possible. For any questions, please contact the PTA’s Before/After-School Programs Coordinator, Tina Brehm at tbrehm517@gmail.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Saturday, October 10; Downs Syndrome of Northern Virginia Annual Walk @ Lake Fairfax Park: Every October, families across Northern Virginia come together to celebrate their kids, their friends, and everyone in our Down Syndrome community. This is the 22nd year of the DSANV Buddy Walk, and we want you there with our Rolling Valley team! For any questions or scholarship information, please contact Special Education Department Chair, Amy LaCrosse at aelacrosse@fcps.edu. Join the "Rolling Valley Rockin' Robins" team using this link! CLICK HERE
Saturday, October 17; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 9 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount: CLICK HERE
Saturday, November 14; 10:00am-12:00pm; West Springfield Pyramid Challenge Fun Run @ Washington Irving Middle School: The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that was started over a decade ago. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This event also includes a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Advance registration is required and will open soon!
Sunday, December 20; 1:00pm; Atlanta Falcons v. Washington Commanders @ Northwest Stadium: RVES has once again partnered with the Washington Commanders to participate in their program- KIDS IN COMMAND! Families will receive discounted tickets, an on-field photo, and exclusive group seating, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the RVES PTA! Don't miss out on this exclusive offer to see the Washington Commanders play the Atlanta Falcons. Event pricing as low as $75 (+fees). Purchase your tickets today using this link (CODE: KIC)! CLICK HERE
SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA): SEPTA is a PTA organization affiliated with the state and national PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families. Please click here for more information and details about upcoming events: CLICK HERE
SEPTA Mini-Grants are open now, the deadline is October 30th! FCPS staff need to be SEPTA members to apply!
Saturday, September 26 - Joint SEPTA/Parents of Autistic Children (POAC) NoVA event
Saturday, October 17 - SEPTA Adults-only social, more info to come - keep an eye on our social media!
Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at ptarollingvalley@gmail.com with any questions or comments!
Annual Special Education Family Conference: Call for Presenters and Exhibitors
FCPS is excited to host the Annual Special Education Family Conference on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School, 7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22315. This year's 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.
Call for Exhibitors: Showcase Your Program or Resource!
FCPS programs and community partners are invited to host a table in the Exhibitor Hall and connect our families by sharing valuable services, programs, and resources.
Register to be an exhibitor by Friday, October 30, 2026.
Need more information?
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for the latest information
Email the Steering Committee at specialedfamilyconf@fcps.edu.
WSHS Dance Camp: 9/28/26-10/2/26
 
Rolling Valley ES School Families,
Our future Spartans at Rolling Valley 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 "Rolling Valley ES" 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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