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Important Dates
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October 5-9-Fall Book Fair Open!
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October 12-Student Holiday for School Planning
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October 21-Three Hour Wednesday Early Release, Students dismiss at 12:55PM
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October 30-End of First Quarter, Students dismiss at 1:55PM
A Message from Principal Goldstein
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Dear Fairview Families,
Today was an amazing day filled with fun, family, and community! Our students had a blast participating in Fairview’s first Fun Run, and it was truly wonderful to see everyone come together.
A huge thank-you to the Fairview PTA, Mrs. Luddington, and all of our parent volunteers who helped make this event such a success. We are also grateful to everyone who donated to support our school.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Warmly,
Samantha Goldstein, Principal
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National School Principals Month!
 Happy National School Principals Month to our incredible leader, Mrs. Goldstein! 🎓✨
Thank you for your tireless dedication, steady guidance, and unwavering support for our students, teachers, and families. From early mornings to late evenings, your heart and energy make our school a welcoming place to learn and grow. We are so grateful for everything you do behind the scenes and in the halls every single day! 🌟
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National Custodian Appreciation Day!
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day to the absolute best custodial team at Fairview: Mr.Thanh, Mr. Cedillos-Lovo, Ms. Lee, and Ms. Afriyie! 🧹✨
Thank you for working behind the scenes to keep our school clean, safe, and running smoothly every single day. Your dedication, hard work, and friendly faces make Fairview a brighter place for all of us. We are so appreciative of everything you do! 💙🏫
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Fairview Fall Book Fair!
A new Book Fair is coming to Fairview!
We are thrilled to announce that Fairview will be hosting a Book Fair, in partnership with Bookworm Central! This exciting event will be an opportunity for our students to explore a world of literature and foster their love for reading.
Student Shopping: During Library class-Monday,10/5 - Friday,10/9
Students that are absent during the week may shop on 10/9.
Our Book Fair will feature a wide range of books suitable for all age groups and interests. From the latest children's fiction to timeless classics, there's something for every young reader.
We’re offering the eWallet feature, a safe and convenient digital payment option for onsite purchases. Set up your child's eWallet through our Book Fair homepage:
eWallet Setup. In addition to eWallet, credit cards and cash will be accepted. Please note that with the national penny shortage , change will be rounded down in .05 cent increments.
Please consider volunteering to help! We can’t have a successful book fair without it!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A084DADA82BA64-65726581-bookwork
We look forward to seeing you there!
For questions, please contact our Librarian, Mrs. Valentine at elvalentine@fcps.edu.
2026-2027 Early Release Wednesdays
This year, we will have a total of four early release Wednesdays, where we dismiss at 12:55 p.m.
Our Fairview dates are:
- October 21
- December 2
- February 10
- May 5
Families may complete their Early Release Wednesday form by having the registering parent complete each child's Online Verification (OVU) Packet electronically through ParentVUE, or by downloading the paper forms from the FCPS website and returning them to the school office.
Fairview Yearbook Cover Submissions!
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY
ESTABLISHED 1899
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY
YEARBOOK COVER SUBMISSIONS!
What: design a yearbook cover for the 2026-2027 school year.
When: submit the yearbook cover to Mrs. Papadinis in the art room by October 23, 2026.
Rules:
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Grades K-6 are allowed to submit a cover
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The cover must have “Fairview Elementary School” and “2026-2027” on it
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Make sure to check your SPELLING, use BOLD colors and lines, use BLANK WHITE PAPER, design VERTICALLY, and keep your TEXT away from the edges!
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Submissions will be voted on by students and staff
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The winner will be announced on Good Morning Fairview!!
Questions? Please contact Mrs. Papadinis or Mrs. Lopez
Advanced Academic Program Family Information Meetings
Families interested in learning about the FCPS Advanced Academic Program are invited to two information sessions this fall.
Slides from the session on Advanced Academic Program and Continuum of Services are available on the Fairview AAP site.
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 5:00: Understanding the Full-Time AAP Screening Process
- Designed for parents of students in grade 2 or those new to FCPS in 3-6 who are interested in being screened for full time services
Questions? Contact our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Alisa Pappas, alisa.pappas@fcps.edu
AAP Fall Newsletter
The FCPS Advanced Academic Program fall newsletter is now available!
Full-Time AAP Services Eligibility
Decisions for AAP Full-Time services are made by a countywide central screening committee. There are specific screening cycles for Full-Time services:
- Fall Screening: The deadline to refer 3rd – 6th graders who are NEW to FCPS since January 1, 2026 is October 15. Please submit this form to Alisa Pappas.
- Spring Screening: The deadline to refer 2nd – 6th graders for spring screening is December 15. Please submit this form to Alisa Pappas.
Important: Please do not wait for ability test scores before submitting a referral for your child in Grades 2-7. Referrals submitted after the deadlines will not be accepted. These referrals can also be found in many languages on the FCPS AAP Website.
Fairview PTA Happenings
PTA Information: If you ever have a PTA question, be sure to visit our website at www.fairviewpta.org or reach out to our officers at officers@fairviewpta.org.
The Fun Run Was So Much Fun! Today was the big day! Our Falcons showed up, got moving, and SOARED! But we're not done yet! Donations will be accepted until 11:59 PM TONIGHT. Every donation helps support our Fairview students, so if you haven't made your donation yet, there's still time! Winners will be announced next week!
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/fairviewespta/campaigns/fairviewfunrun2026
Before and After School PTA Programs: Don't miss out! Our Before and After School PTA Programs are starting SOON! Find out more about the programs and how to register on our website: https://www.fairviewpta.org/programs
Fairview PTA
Student Programs
Join us for before or after school programs sponsored by the PTA.
Programs:
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Run Club
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Chess
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Kidcreate Studio
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Mudskippers Pottery
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Flag Football
Visit https://www.fairviewpta.org/programs for more information.
Spirit Wear: Our Spirit Wear Store has been extended! Don't miss your chance to grab some awesome Falcon gear for upcoming Spirit Days and show your Fairview pride! https://fairview-elementary-school.checkoutstores.com
 Here is a small sampling of the products you will find in our online store.
The store closes on October 1 (This has been extended!)
Order today!
Work with the PTA
Join the Fairview PTA
Join a committee
Become a Room Parent
Thank you for Volunteering!
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, 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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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Calendar Change: Eid al-Fitr
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place on this day.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
Safe Routes to School Parent and Caregiver Survey
As part of the Fairfax County School Board’s Annual School-Based Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment, the FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are inviting parents and caregivers to share their experiences traveling to and from school.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss and ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns.
Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
FCPS Seeks Community Input on Middle School AAP Centers
FCPS is exploring a plan to offer Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services at every middle school. Under the proposal, students who qualify could attend their neighborhood middle school and take advanced classes with other AAP students. The School Board has approved community engagement at Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key, and Whitman middle schools, where programs could open for the 2027-28 school year. The proposal is still under consideration, and the School Board is expected to make a decision in December.
Each community meeting offers in-person and virtual participation. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:
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Franklin Middle: Monday, October 5, at 6 p.m.
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Holmes Middle: Thursday, October 15, at 6 p.m.
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Whitman Middle: Thursday, October 22, at 6 p.m.
Current middle school students will remain at their assigned AAP centers through middle school. Learn more and find meeting sign-up forms on the Middle School AAP Centers page.
National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.
Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student.
Disability History and Awareness Month
In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.
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Hours of Operation
Front Office: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Instructional Hours: 9:10 a.m. to 3:55 p.m.
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