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October 12th - Indigenous People's day - Student Holiday
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October 21st- 3hr Early Release - Dismissed at 1 pm
Fairfax County Public Schools 2026-2027 Standard School Year Calendar
Dear Powell Families,
Happy Friday! As we wrap up another week of learning, we want to thank our families for your continued partnership and support in making Powell a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow.
A reminder that Monday, October 12, is a student holiday in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This day provides an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history, recognize the histories and contributions of Indigenous peoples, and appreciate the diverse cultures and perspectives that shape our communities.
We hope our students and families enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday!
Sincerely,
Catherine Han
Principal
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Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR. Encourage your community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated! |
 CVHS HOMECOMING!
FRIDAY, OCT 9th
HOMECOMING PARADE
When: 5pm
Where: Little Rocky Run
TAILGATE
When: 5:30PM–7PM
Where: Parking Lot
Food trucks, face paint, and more!
FOOTBALL GAME
@HOME vs. Chantilly
@7pm
Let’s Reach Our Goal This Weekend!
Ready for a weekend challenge? 🙋♀️
Collect a NEW $70 donation on MyBooster.com by Monday and your student earns a BONUS PRIZE! 😮
Help us reach our goal of $30,000 for cafeteria tables, field trips and other school/student resources. If we get there, we will TBD! 🎉
Here’s how to help:
- Sign up at MyBooster.com
- Share your student’s page
- Give a donation
We’ve already raised $21,000. Every donation gets us closer!
Our goal is within reach and we are closer to unlocking our Great Wolf Lodge reward: WATERPARK DAY PASSES FOR ALL! This weekend is the perfect opportunity for families to participate. You have to be registered to receive your pass. Don’t forget! Students can also earn wolf ears just for receiving their first donation.
Our big Powell Elem Fun Run is coming up on 10/14/2026. We can’t wait to celebrate! 🎉
Thank you for your support!
 
Sign up to display what makes your family, culture, heritage, country of origin, and/or traditions unique!
Below are some ideas for designing your display. See the link below for previous YOUseum displays.
https://canva.link/0fjdy19e4hgu8qs
STORIES
Some families choose to showcase children’s books or traditional stories from their culture.
CELEBRATIONS
Every culture has their own type of celebration. Show us yours!
FOODS
Some groups share photos of traditional foods and sweets.
CLOTHING
Some displays show traditional clothing or attire.
HOW TO SIGN UP
https://bit.ly/4xG2LJL
Email cbleeder@fcps.edu with any questions!
The SEL Team has partnered with the Family and School Partnerships Office to offer a Family Café Series titled, Growing Together: Talking about Social-Emotional Learning at Home. Families will have the opportunity to learn about the SEL Screener and how they can use their child’s results as a starting point for conversation and skill building. There is one session scheduled within each region; however, families can attend any session that is most convenient for them.
Family Café General Flyer
Family Café Registration Form
Veterans Day Program – Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Colin Powell’s Veterans Day Program will take place on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. RSVPs are requested by Monday, November 2: https://tinyurl.com/VDayCPES. Please spread the word to all veterans in the Colin Powell E.S. community.
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, 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.
We are planning to celebrate the end of the 1st quarter with our school’s first ever Trunk-or-Treat! It will be held on Friday, October 30th, which is the last day of the 1st quarter (2-hour early release day). More information about the event will be provided closer to the date.
If you are able to donate candy and/or chocolate for Trunk-or-Treat, please use the link below to sign up. You can drop off all donations at the school office by October 29th. Thank you so uch!
Candy/Chocolate Donations
Share Your Feedback on Traveling to and From School
The FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are asking families to share their experiences traveling to and from their child’s school. The feedback will help inform the Fairfax County School Board’s annual assessment of traffic and pedestrian safety near schools.
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.
Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers.
This National School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) reminds families that they are dedicated to providing delicious, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? View the Nutrition Services menus.
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are available.
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
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- Safe Routes to School Survey
- Immunization Events
- Celebrating Our Principals
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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