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 A smiling kindergartener is happy to show off her Pete the Cat book, alongside a classmate, in Mrs. Grider's classroom.
Calendar Reminders
October 20: Mookie's BBQ PTA Spirit Day 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
October 23: Full-Time AAP Parent/Guardian Information Session - Designed for families planning to make a referral for Full-time AAP program (9:30 a.m. Cafeteria)
October 23: PTA Skate Night at SkateQuest 7:30 - 9:30 pm
October 21-30: PTA Read-a-Thon
October 30: Book Character Dress Up Day - Students can wear any costume that can be found in a book! (No face coverings, masks or weapons)
October 30: Quarter End 2-hour early dismissal (Dismissal at 2:00 p.m.)
November 2 & 3: No School - Teacher Workdays
November 12: Langley Pyramid ES FLE Parent Preview Night 5:30pm
November 13: Nominations DUE for Outstanding Forestville Employee (see below)
November 19: Forestville Thanksgiving Lunch (Schedule to be published soon)
December 15: Deadline for Full-time AAP Referral
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Please Check the Lost and Found On Your Next Visit!
With colder weather here, coats are making their way to school, but some haven’t made it back home. Our Lost and Found is collecting jackets, sweatshirts, water bottles, and more in the cafeteria. Please remind your student to stop by and see if anything looks familiar. Those coats would love to be reunited with their owners!
 
3rd Grade Animal Projects a WILD Success!
Forestville was excited to welcome so many families to visit classrooms last week to view the hard work of our third grade students in Ms. Pearson and Ms. Crotty's classes. This project connected to student learning of animal adaptations. Students went all out with a variety of materials and one student took the assignment very seriously, borrowing a pair of sloth socks to complete the look! We look forward to welcoming Mrs. Conselatore's families later this week!
Forestville Fort Fun
Forestville students can earn class rewards for demonstrating a variety of positive behaviors throughout their school day. Teachers help students brainstorm a list of preferred activities and recently, a group of third graders earned a Fort Fun day. Students spent the day reading and learning in forts constructed out of tablecloths and student desks. Our cardinals work hard and play hard and we love how our staff can support both!
Full-Time AAP Parent/Guardian Information Meeting Friday
Forestville reminds families that we will be meeting this Friday, October 23 at 9:30 a.m. in the cafeteria to review the Full-time AAP referral process. This information session is specific to interested families who would like to learn more about the Full-time AAP referral process. Students are identified for full-time AAP services beginning at the end of 2nd grade for access in 3rd grade up through 8th grade.
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PTA Read-A-Thon Coming Soon - Register TODAY!
Forestville is getting very excited for our upcoming PTA sponsored Read-a-Thon! This will be a new event for us this school year and take the place of the former Boosterthon fundraiser. We cannot wait to encourage our students to read for pleasure throughout the event! Students will be treated to special guest readers, Drop everything and read times, classroom read-ins and so much more! Fundraising will begin on October 19 with a kick-off on October 21 and the Read-A-Thon will run at Forestville the week of October 26, culminating with a Book Character Dress Up Day on Friday, October 30! Be on the lookout for more information in future communications and start sharing your excitement with your children!
How Families Can Participate:
- Encourage daily reading (even 10–15 minutes makes a difference!)
- Read together or listen as your child reads
- Help track reading and fundraising progress
- Celebrate effort and participation
👉🏼 Here is the link to register: https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/ZdpCSX/1?utm=email
Set a reading goal, and share their fundraising page with family and friends. Registration details will be sent home this Tuesday, October 20th!
To help kick-off the Read-a-Thon, students will have Mystery Readers in their classrooms Wednesday, October 21st.
Thank you for partnering with the PTA to make this Read-A-Thon a success. Let’s read, relax, and support our school—together!
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Who Makes Forestville Shine?
Our Forestville staff do so much to help students and our community thrive. Help us celebrate someone whose dedication, care, or behind-the-scenes work makes a difference by nominating them for an Outstanding Employee award!
Nominations are open for the following categorites:
- Outstanding Teacher
- Outstanding New Teacher
- Outstanding Principal
- Outstanding Professional Staff Leader
- Outstanding Educational Services Employee
- Outstanding Operational Services Employee
Submit a nomination by November 13, 2026. Let’s make sure our outstanding Cardinals get the recognition they deserve!
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Impact Aid Forms Now LIVE
The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify:
- Military families.
- Federally connected families.
- Families living on a military base.
Please complete separate forms for each student in your household. Remember that only the parent that registered the student with FCPS (the enrolling parent) can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For assistance with creating a ParentVUE account for the first time, you can reach out to our Family Liaison, Kyla Jacinto. Mobile directions available here.
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Visiting School Soon? Use the new Raptor App for quick and easy sign-in
Forestville is excited to take another step in promoting safe and secure family visitors to school! Parents/Guardians will now have option to sign in via secure QR code. Scan the image above for more information and consider setting up an account before your next school visit. Our visitor management system will continue to operate via Parent/Guardian ID, in case you choose not to use the QR code to sign in. Please don't hesitate to contact our front office at 703-404-6000 with any questions.
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A job well done deserves a cozy reward! Mrs. Scholla’s fifth graders earned a day of pajamas and blanket forts for their great behavior, strong classroom community, and hard work. Looks like they built themselves the perfect celebration!
Stay Connected with Forestville!
Want to see what learning, laughter, and life at Forestville really look like? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for a front-row seat to the amazing moments happening in our classrooms and around our school. From special events and student highlights to spirit days and everyday fun—you won’t want to miss a thing!
📸 Facebook: ForestvilleFCPS
📸 Instagram: @forestvillefcps
Nominate a Forestville Employee Today
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. We encourage our community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated and we thank you in advance for your time!
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Tuesday Folder
Forestville uses Schoology for all Tuesday Folder contents. All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Forestville All Parents and contents are listed below.
- Impact Aid Mobile Directions
- Mookie's Fundraiser Flyer
- Skate Night Fundraiser Flyer
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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:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Survey Extended! 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 survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open through Tuesday, October 20.
Please note that parents may now submit more than one response to provide feedback regarding different schools. 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.
Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
The Office of the Chief of Facilities Services and Capital Programs is seeking input from community members, families, and employees about school facility needs and how FCPS prioritizes facility improvements.
Whether you work in an FCPS school, have a child enrolled, or live near an FCPS school, please share your perspective. The survey asks about building conditions, how facilities affect teaching and learning, renovation priorities, and what information would help you better understand this process.
Look for the survey in your email on Friday, October 16. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. The survey will remain open until Saturday, October 31.
Did You Know? Bond Referendums Fund Facility Renovations
FCPS does not pay for facility renovations out of its general operating budget. Instead, Fairfax County voters decide on how much money FCPS can spend on capital improvement projects through bond referendums. Bonds are issued by the county to the school division and allow FCPS to renovate buildings without increasing taxes.
Learn more about bond referendums and how they support our schools on the Bond Referendum webpage.
Annual Special Education Family Conference: We Need You!
Register now to attend the annual Special Education Family Conference, Connected Communities, Thriving Students, on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School.
Educators, families, and community members are invited to this in-person event at no cost. Participants can connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Register to attend the conference.
Volunteers Are Needed to Make This Event a Success!
Find out how to volunteer:
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS.
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Student Volunteers: Sign up through the Student Volunteer Interest Form. Students will receive service hours for their time.
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Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Service hours will be awarded to students serving in these roles.
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Help Your Child Become a Stronger Reader: Upcoming Family Learning Opportunities
Want to better understand how your child learns to read and how you can support them at home? FCPS is offering several free virtual sessions to help families learn about reading instruction, literacy resources, and strategies to build strong reading skills. Explore the opportunities below and register for the sessions that interest you.
Lexia Family Information Sessions
Want to learn more about Lexia® Core5 and Lexia® PowerUp? These virtual sessions share how FCPS is using both programs in classrooms across the division this school year to support students’ literacy growth and give families a chance to ask questions.
Every one-hour session covers the same content. Choose the option that works best for your family:
- Wednesday, October 21, at 5 and 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 4, at 6:30 p.m.
Join a Lexia Family Information Night Session.
Literacy Webinar Series
Join us for a series of family-friendly webinars designed to help you understand reading assessments, reading plans, and ways to support your child at home. Learn what assessment results mean, how reading plans guide instruction, and practical strategies to strengthen decoding, language, comprehension, and literacy skills, including support for multilingual learners.
- October 20, 2026: Understanding Reading Assessments and Your Child
- December 15, 2026: What Is a Reading Plan?
- February 19, 2027: How Do I Support My Child With a Reading Plan at Home?
- May 14, 2027: Continuing Reading Success Through the Summer
Register for the Literacy Webinar Series.
Introduction to Dyslexia Webinar – What Is It and What Does It Mean for My Student?
Participants will look at the definition of dyslexia and its impact on students, including the different types of dyslexia and what support students with dyslexia require. Participants will also leave with activities and tips to support their students at home.Join us on Friday, October 23, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Register for the Introduction to Dyslexia webinar.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Facilities Survey
- Transportation Survey
- Health Department Letter on Preventing the Spread of Illness
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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Mookie's BBQ Spirit Day - Tuesday
Forestville PTA Spirit Day @Mookie's BBQ
Tuesday, October 20th
11AM to 8 PM
Mention Forestville PTA when placing your order, and the PTA will receive a portion of the proceeds.
https://www.mookiesbbq.com
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RAFFLE PRIZES!
We’ll have lots of fun raffle prizes to win throughout the evening!
- Chick-fil-a
- BRX
- Alamo Drafthouse
- Sportrock
- Call Your Mother
- Great Falls Creamery
- Glory Days
- Up! Adventure Park
- Raising Canes
- …and more!
Don’t forget to bundle up! Bring a jacket, hat, and gloves — it can get chilly on the ice!
Please note: This is NOT a drop-off event. Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult..
Read-A-Thon
We’re getting ready to READ + RAISE! The PTA is excited to host our first school-wide Read-a-Thon, October 26th - 30th! This fun and meaningful event encourages a love of reading while helping support PTA-funded programs and learning pod enhancements that benefit our entire school community.
Throughout the week, students are encouraged to read as much as they can. Every page turned builds strong literacy skills and helps support our school.
Incentives & Prizes:
🎟️Students can earn entries towards raffle prizes in the Read-a-Thon Prize Store
🎁 Raise $60 by the end of October 26th, and receive a $5 voucher to our Book Fair!
🎉Check our social media pages for our daily challenges to be entered into our daily raffle!
How Families Can Participate:
- Encourage daily reading (even 10–15 minutes makes a difference!)
- Read together or listen as your child reads
- Help track reading and fundraising progress
- Celebrate effort and participation
👉🏼 Here is the link to register: https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/ZdpCSX/1?utm=email
Set a reading goal, and share their fundraising page with family and friends. Registration details will be sent home this Tuesday, October 20th!
To help kick-off the Read-a-Thon, students will have Mystery Readers in their classrooms Wednesday, October 21st.
Thank you for partnering with the PTA to make this Read-A-Thon a success. Let’s read, relax, and support our school—together!
We are excited to welcome another year of the Reflections Program at Forestville Elementary School. This year's theme is "What My Culture Means to Me."
There are multiple categories to enter. If you have questions, you can reach out to forestvillereflections@gmail.com. Entries are due on Nov. 15 and winners will be announced in December. You can find information about the program and how to craft an entry at: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections/craft-an-entry.
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Thanksgiving Basket Donation Drive
The Forestville PTA is once again hosting our annual Thanksgiving Donation Drive to support 55 families at our sister school, Dranesville Elementary. Our goal is to provide each family with a Thanksgiving basket of food and a $25 Giant gift card. You can sponsor a basket on your own or team up with family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers!
Each basket should include:
- 1 can of corn
- 1 can of green beans
- 2 cans of canned fruit
- 5 boxes of mac & cheese
- 2 boxes of cornbread mix (15 oz each)
- 2 boxes of turkey stuffing mix (6 oz each)
- 2 pouches of brown gravy mix (.87 oz each)
- 1 bottle of cooking oil (48 oz)
- 2 bags of white rice (28–32 oz each)
- 2 bags of mashed potato mix (8 oz each)
- 1 $25 Giant gift card
Estimated food cost: 35–45 per basket, plus the gift card.
How to Participate
- Sponsor a basket: Sign up HERE to donate a Thanksgiving basket on behalf of your family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, or group. You can work together to assemble and donate a basket.
- Classroom donations: Check your classroom’s SignUpGenius link for opportunities to donate individual items and help support the drive.
- Spread the word: Invite others to join us in reaching our goal of 55 baskets!
Basket Drop-Off: Sunday, November 22, 1pm - 3pm at Dranesville Elementary School, 1515 Powells Tavern Place, Herndon, VA
Thank you for your generosity and support! Every contribution helps make Thanksgiving brighter for local families. Any questions please contact Barbara Hamidi at assistant_treasurer@forestvillepta.org.
Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Cardinals, it’s time to unleash your inner gift‑giving superstar! Our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser is officially LIVE, and we’re inviting families to jump in and help us reach our goals in the most fun way possible — by shopping for cute, cozy, sparkly, yummy, and “I definitely need this” goodies.
How to join the fun
Register at registercw.com using Organization ID 26323
Shop from 2,500+ gifts and goodies — holiday treats, home décor, bags, candles, and all the things that make life a little brighter
And because Forestville families are the best, you can earn free ultra‑heavy gift wrap (the fancy kind!) plus $10, $25, or even $50 off your order just for sharing your link.
Every purchase helps our PTA bring more magic to our school — more events, more programs, more smiles. Let’s wrap up some joy together
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