Student Holiday - October 12
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
A quick reminder that Monday, October 12, is a student holiday and staff planning day for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Enjoy the long weekend!
See the complete school year calendar.
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PTA Coin Challenge - October 13-16
Get ready to dig through those couch cushions—our annual PTA Coin Challenge starts TUESDAY!
The top-collecting classroom in EVERY grade level will win an official PAJAMA DAY! 🥱🛌✨
Here is the weekly breakdown:
🪙 Tuesday: Nickel Day
🪙 Wednesday: Dime Day
🪙 Thursday: Quarter Day
💵 Friday: Anything Goes! (Pennies, quarters, bills—bring it all!)
Where is the money going? 100% of the funds raised will be used to buy brand-new books for our school library during the upcoming Fall PTA Book Fair! 📖✨
Check those pockets, gather your coins, and send them in with your student each day. Let’s stock our library shelves and earn that comfy Pajama Day!
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PTA Book Fair - October 19-23
Get ready to build those home libraries! Our annual Fall Book Fair is right around the corner, and we can’t wait for our students to discover their next favorite stories!
🗓️ MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
👀 Preview Days: October 19–20 (Students browse & make wish lists!)
🛍️ Student Shopping Days: October 21–23
👨👩👧👦 Family Night: Wednesday, October 21 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
💳 Payment Options: Cash, Credit Cards, or eWallet.
💻 Explore & Shop Ahead: Visit our own Scholastic book fair site to explore Scholastic book offerings or set up eWallet as an alternative to sending cash with your child: : https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/providenceelementaryschool6
Every purchase directly supports our school library and classrooms!
Early Release Wednesday - October 21
Wednesday, October 21, will be our 1st of 4 Early Release Wednesdays for teacher planning.
Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm. Beyond the Bell (previously SACC) will be open for afternoon childcare students and will close at their regular scheduled time.
Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm.
If you now require childcare for the early release, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400. For more information, visit the FCPS Early Release Wednesday website page.
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Courtyard Clean-Up - Rescheduled 10/24
Let's make our school courtyard shine for fall! Join us for fresh air, fun, and community spirit as we spruce up garden beds, clear paths, and tackle weeds together. 🌾✨
When: October 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Remember, many paws make light work!
Questions: Contact Mrs. Whitis (hewhitis@fcps.edu) or Mrs. McConnell (sbmcconnell@fcps.edu).
See you in the garden!
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FCPS Literacy Webinar Series
New Literacy Webinar Series: Fairfax County Public Schools is presenting a literacy webinar series to help families understand reading assessments, reading plans, and how to support their child at home. The series and topics:
- October 20, 10 a.m.- Understanding Reading Assessments and Your Child
- December 15, 10 a.m.- What is a Reading Plan?
- February 19, 10 a.m.- How Do I Support My Child With a Reading Plan at Home?
- May 14, 10 a.m.- Continuing Reading Success Through the Summer.
The Panther Way
The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week! They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!
Save the Date
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October 12
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Student Holiday | Teacher Work Day
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October 15
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Fall Full-Time AAP Referrals Due
(for new students as of 1/1/26)
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October 21
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Early Release Wednesday
Dismissal @ 12:25pm
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October 21
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PTA Book Fair Family Night
5:30-7:30pm
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October 24
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Harvest Fall Clean-Up
9:00am-12pm
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November 1 &2
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Student Holidays | Teache Workdays
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November 5
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PES Family Math & AVID Night
5:30-7:00pm (details coming)
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December 15
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Spring Full-Time AAP Referrals Due
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