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WIMS Calendar
Saturday, October 10, 2026 - Cross Country Meet at Twain Middle School (10:00am)
Monday, October 12, 2026 - School Planning Day, No School for Students
Saturday, October 17, 2026 - Cross Country Meet at Robinson Secondary School (7:30am)
Thursday, October 22, 2026 - Picture Day for EVEN period PE classes
Friday, October 23, 2026 - Picture Day for ODD period PE classes
Friday, October 23, 2026 and Saturday, October 24, 2026 - WITS Production of Princess Party Smackdown and In the Forests of the Night (7:00pm)
Irving students are excited to be recognized as "Distinguished"!
Good afternoon, Irving Community,
We are excited and proud to share that Irving Middle School has been recognized as “Distinguished” under Virginia’s School Performance and Support Framework, earning an overall score of 93.32 based on last year’s outcomes! This recognition is a wonderful reflection of the hard work and growth of our students, the dedication of our educators, and the support of our families. While our students are so much more than test scores, this is an achievement worth celebrating. We’re grateful to our entire school community and look forward to continuing to help every student learn, grow, and thrive.
There will be no school for students tomorrow, Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
With appreciation,
Emily Cincinnati
Principal
News from the Hollow
Save the Date!
Thursday, October 29th, from 2:30-4:00, will be Irving’s “Fall Fest.” Students buy tickets through MySchoolBucks to attend this after-school event from 10/21-10/26 (stay tuned). There will be events for all to enjoy at the Fall Fest, including snacks, games, sports, and dancing.
Students will receive full details soon. Parents may volunteer to help by filling out this Sign-Up Genius.
Nominate an Irving Staff Member!
Irving is fortunate to have such a dedicated staff. Help us recognize the employees who go above and beyond by nominating them for an FCPS Outstanding Employee Award.
The program celebrates the contributions of exceptional school-based and nonschool-based employees across the district. Colleagues, supervisors, students, and parents may submit nominations.
Award categories vary by role. Teacher categories also reflect years of service. Please complete the Google Form by October 25th to nominate an Irving employee!
School Picture Day is Coming!
📅 Date: Thursday October 22nd & Friday October 23rd 2026
📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001417014
📧 Questions about Ordering? www.vosphoto.com/contact-us
Parent volunteers are needed to help make this day a success! 10/22 and 10/23 from 7:30 am - 2:00pm
Please contact Ms. Janelle Fontaine (jrfontaine@fcps.edu) to sign up!
Information for how to be approved as a volunteer in FCPS can be found here.
Ms. Martins accepts her FCPS Impact Award from Dr. Reid, members of the School Board, and FCPS and Region 4 Leadership.
FCPS Impact Awards
Congratulations to Rejane Martins, our ML Department Chair on winning an FCPS Impact Award. Over 450 staff were nominated for an award and Rejane was one of 150 winners. Rejane was honored on Wednesday, Oct 7 at Fairfax HS! From her nomination packet:
Rejane Martins is an ML Teacher and the Multilanguage Learner Department Chair at Irving Middle School. In her role as department chair, Rejane oversees programming and supports staff in meeting the diverse needs of our multilingual population. She approaches this responsibility with careful attention to individual strengths and challenges, and she ensures that each student has a clear plan for progress. Her colleagues rely on her to design interventions, to advise on accommodations, and to coordinate assessments and follow-up so that student achievement plans are not just created, but they are actively implemented and monitored. Congratulations Ms. Martins!
Boundary Study Community Meeting October 14
Fairfax County Public Schools is holding a final community meeting related to the boundary study for Rolling Valley Elementary School student planning area (SPA) 8922 middle and high school feeders, and Keene Mill Elementary School attendance island and surrounding schools (e.g., Cardinal Forest and White Oaks elementary schools).
Based on community engagement and feedback on the revised draft scenarios shared in September, FCPS staff is recommending to the superintendent that no changes be made to the Rolling Valley Elementary School boundary.
A final community meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, from 6 to 7 p.m., at Cardinal Forest Elementary School. FCPS staff will provide an update on the Keene Mill, Cardinal Forest, and White Oaks portion of the boundary study and gather community feedback. Please register to attend by clicking in person or virtual, based on how you would like to participate.
Learn more about the Rolling Valley Elementary School Middle and High School Feeders, and Keene Mill Elementary School Attendance Island and Surrounding Schools Boundary Study.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology
Reminder, the TJ application will become available ONLINE Monday, October 5th at 4:00 pm via the TJ admissions website. All applications must be initiated no later than October 28th by the interested 8th grade STUDENT!
TJHSST Admissions: Contact Information
Admissions Office (general inquiries):
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone:571-423-3770
Email: tjadmissions@fcps.edu
TJ Counselor Liaison @ Irving
Cynthia Pareja cspareja@fcps.edu
Monday-Friday 7:30am-2:30pm
***Please allow 24-48 business hours for math verification. Note that applications cannot be completed until math credit has been verified by your school’s TJ counselor Liaison.
Irving’s fall production is a Halloween double feature:
Princess Party Smackdown and In the Forests of the Night.
The shows will perform October 23 and 24 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5.
https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15636/irving-middle-school-theatre
* Note: Princess Party Smackdown contains cartoonish, non-realistic violence. In the Forests of the Night contains some loud, frightening sounds
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Registration for the World Languages Credit by Exam is open until October 16th.
This year's World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at each FCPS middle, high, and secondary school.
The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 passing world language credits. If that language is one of the languages listed below, consider registering your student for the World Languages Credit by Exam!
The World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at Irving Middle School in November 2026. Date and Time still to be determined.
Registration is open now, and closes on Friday, October 16th, at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
Please contact your student’s school counselor to register for the exam.
More information, including the list of languages offered on the exam, and how to register is available online.
Library News
Most every seventh-grade English class is completing their first quarter book project at the end of this week. The majority of students borrowed a library book to read for this. We will be reminding them, but could use the help of parents to remind students to return their books to the library as soon as they’ve turned in their class project.
We are happy to report that we have seen an uptick in circulations. Our students are keeping us and our parent volunteers busy returning things to the shelves! If your student hasn’t made their way to the library, please encourage them to do so. We have a great collection of traditional books, but also online collections of ebooks and audiobooks for Irving students to enjoy!
Ms. Monk & Mr. Brizek, Librarians
PTA Patch
PTA Meeting
Parent Education Session October 14, 6:30 PM -7:30 Irving Library
The Science of Growing Up: Supporting Emotional Development During the Teen Years
Are you looking to support your middle school child ? The WIMS PTA and Counselors are delighted to welcome Laura Waller, MS, LPC, NCC, ADHD-CCSP, to discuss our students' emotional development. Laura is a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Laura owns Connected Care Counseling in Springfield, VA. This is an in-person event. Please feel free to bring friends that also have students in the Irving community, and we will have door prizes!
From around age ten through the teen years, the brain transforms in ways that shape how students think, feel, and connect. This session unpacks what’s happening beneath the surface—and why emotions can run high during this stage. By understanding these changes, parents can proactively build emotional literacy and support their teen's growing emotional awareness. Parents and caregivers will walk away from this program with practical tips and strategies to strengthen connection, communication, and confidence through the teen years.
Spirit Night:
Mark your calendar for Spirit Night - October 20th at Hangry Burger in Springfield! More information will be coming soon.
Irving Horsemen — it’s time to create!
This year’s PTA Reflections theme is “What My Culture Means to Me,” and students can enter in all six arts categories. Students may also submit entries through the Accessible Arts Division. Submissions start on October 13th and end on November 15th at 5:00 p.m. Visit the Irving MS PTA website for more information.
Family Fun Night Volunteers Needed
The PTA is looking for volunteers for our Family Fun Night! On Friday, November 13th, the PTA will be hosting a night of fun for students and families. You will be working with a group of volunteers as well as the PTA board, so do not worry about doing it all on your own! Please sign up at the link below. We're also looking for a webmaster and a volunteer for teachers grants. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the PTA! Please sign up for these opportunities!
PE Spirit Wear
The PE teachers have requested that students wear gray if possible, and the PTA has spirit wear to go with this! You can choose from a t-shirt or a tank top. Please visit our store to purchase this new spirit wear and all of our great gear!
District News
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.
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.
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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District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- 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.
Tales Across Town
Put your name on the Spartan Stadium!
Spartan Stadium
A Quick Note to Our Irving Families: Building Something Great for Our Future Spartans! ⚔️
Hello Irving Families!
As our middle schoolers get closer to making the jump to West Springfield High School, those of us on the WSHS Athletic Booster Board are working hard behind the scenes to make sure the facilities waiting for them are top-tier.
Right now, we are in the middle of our Spartan Surge campaign to build Turf Field #2 at West Springfield. The project got a massive shot in the arm recently with a $250,000 grant from the Washington Commanders and NFL Foundation—and now we’re pushing hard to finish the drive before our kids step onto campus.
Having a second turf field means our future high school athletes, marching band members, and local youth sports teams won't have to deal with muddy grass, rain cancellations, or late-night 9 PM off-site practices.
🎙️ Know a Local Business Owner? Exclusive Press Box Naming Rights
We are officially opening up Exclusive Corporate Sponsorships & Press Box Naming Rights for local business owners, corporate partners, and regional leaders across Northern Virginia.
If you own a business, manage a company, or know an executive looking to make a lasting local impact, putting your brand on Field #2 will put you front and center before thousands of local families, visiting teams, and youth sports groups all year long.
🌯 How Irving Families Can Help Today
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Explore Sponsorships & Naming Rights: Learn more or review corporate packages directly on our site:
👉 https://spartan-booster-club.square.site/spartan-surge
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Take the $30 Grassroots Challenge: Even a small $30 gift—roughly the cost of two burrito bowls—from middle school families helps pave the way for the facilities our kids will be using in just a year or two! You can chip in on our campaign page above or via GoFundMe.
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Connect Us: If you or someone in your network might be interested in corporate sponsorship or press box naming rights, reach out directly to us at
wshs.spartans.athletic.boosters@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping us leave West Springfield better than we found it for our kids!
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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