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WIMS Calendar
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Cross Country Meet — 7:30 AM at Robinson Secondary School
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Picture Day — EVEN Period PE Classes
Friday, October 23, 2026
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Picture Day — ODD Period PE Classes
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WITS Theatre Production — 7:00 PM (Princess Party Smackdown & In the Forests of the Night)
Saturday, October 24, 2026
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WITS Theatre Production — 7:00 PM (Princess Party Smackdown & In the Forests of the Night)
Ms. Tillman and a student chat while enjoying the fall weather.
Good afternoon, Irving Community,
It’s hard to believe we’re nearing the end of the first quarter! The quarter ends on October 30, and we appreciate your partnership in encouraging your child to check SIS StudentVue, connect with teachers about opportunities to make up missing work or complete reassessments, and use Just In Time effectively. Course Schoology pages are also a helpful resource for questions about assignments.
Our Irving Parent/Community Working Group met Wednesday for a thoughtful conversation about how we can uplift our diverse student body and build a positive school culture. We’re working on several areas, including reviewing educational resources from the Anti-Defamation League and No Place for Hate, identifying potential in-person and virtual speakers, and ensuring students have multiple ways to report behavior that does not align with the Student Rights and Responsibilities or our Irving school culture. Students are encouraged to share concerns with a parent, teacher, staff member, or another trusted adult who can bring the concern to school administration. FCPS also offers an anonymous online tip form. If you’d like to join our next working group meeting, please add your information to this form.
Thank you for your continued support!
With appreciation,
Emily Cincinnati
Principal
News from the Hollow
Applications Open for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Eighth graders who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2031 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application is now available. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, with a submission deadline of 4 p.m. Friday, October 30. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more information, including a schedule of upcoming information sessions at middle schools. For admissions information, contact the TJHSST Admissions Office, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM at 571-423-3770 or tjadmissions@fcps.edu.
TJ Counselor Liaison at Irving Middle School: Contact Cynthia Pareja, Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM -2:30 PM at 703-912-4500 or cspareja@fcps.edu.
Please allow 24-48 school hours for math verification. Applications cannot be completed until math credit has been verified by your school’s TJ counselor Liaison.
Irving Middle School Fall Fest!!!!
On Thursday, October 29th, from 2:30 until 4, students are invited to stay after for Fall Fest, a fun Irving tradition. Fall Fest will be the only after-school activity on this day. Kiss and Ride Pick-up will begin at 4:00 pm. Late buses will run on this day, departing the school at 4:25 pm. Tickets for Fall Fest may be purchased for $5 through MySchoolBucks from October 19th through October 26th. After October 26th, no tickets will be sold.
The ticket for Fall Fest includes a small keepsake, snacks and a drink, an opportunity to play basketball in the gym, to watch a movie in Barker Hall, to dance to the music of “DJ Lay” and to hang out with friends.
Any parents who could volunteer to help with this event are encouraged to sign up on the Fall Fest 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.
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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Library News
Check out our display of “Spooky Spines,” book that are scary stories that go along with the Halloween season.
In last week’s “Irving Says” poll, 66% of students reported that they’d rather be able to REGENERATE when injured, like a real-life crab, while only 34% said that they’d chose to be INVINCIBLE except for one tiny spot, like a dragon.
7th grade English Book Projects are drawing near an end as the first quarter ends soon. Students who are using library books to complete their 1st quarter book project should return the books as soon as their project is submitted.
Over this weekend I will be sending out email notices of overdue library books. Many people with overdues have books that they are not using for projects. When books are kept out beyond the initial three-week loan period, other students are unable to read those books. Please take the time to find your library books, put them in your backpack and return them to the library on Monday!
Thanks! Ms. Monk & Mr. Brizek, Irving Middle School Librarians
PTA Patch
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Spirit Night:
Mark your calendar for Spirit Night - October 20th at Hangry Burger in Springfield! Come in between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. and mention Irving Middle School. Enjoy your stress-free dinner and support the school at the same time!
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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.
Whether your teen loves to write, draw, dance, make music, take photos, or create films, this is a wonderful chance to share their voice and creativity. For inspiration, visit the Reflections Virtual Art Gallery.
Entry period begins Tuesday, October 13, and runs through to Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 5 PM. Entries may be submitted on-line at the following link, and must include a .pdf fillable entry form and your art work (dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, or visual arts). Please follow the file naming conventions in the upload links. Additionally, you may turn in your work of art to the entry box in the school office. If you need to submit your digital file via email attachment or flash drive, contact the Reflections Chair at irvingmspta@gmail.com no later than October 31, 2026.
See the links below for guidelines, entry forms, and the easy upload link/QR code. We can’t wait to see what WIMS students create!
PTA Reflections Guidelines
English Student Entry Form — National PTA fillable PDF
Spanish Student Entry Form — National PTA fillable PDF
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.
Renovation Queue Survey
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.
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:
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- 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.
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!
Lights On: After-school & VIP Reunion Family Trivia Night
Join us for a free, family-friendly celebration of our after-school programs!
Event Details
When: Wednesday, October 28th
- Where: South County Middle School (8700 Laurel Crest Drive, Lorton, VA 22079)
- Who: Open to families with students in our feeder elementary and middle schools: Whitman MS, SCMS, Robinson SS, Irving MS, Sandburg MS, Lake Braddock SS, Frost MS, Key MS, Hayfield SS, and Twain MS.
Schedule of Events
- 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM: Lights On After-school showcase & dinner in the Lecture Hall
- 6:45 PM - 8:30 PM: Trivia begins in the cafeteria (Dessert served during intermission)
Event Highlights
Dinner & Hors d'oeuvres: Served in the Lecture Hall before trivia kicks off
- Program Showcases: Highlights of our students' after-school activities.
- Family Trivia & Prizes: Compete for round winners and door prizes, including:
- Two $100 Alamo Movie House gift cards
- Two $50 Glory Days gift cards
- Capitals tickets & Wizards tickets
- Nintendo Switch
- Raven's tickets, and more!
- Special Raffles: Extra prizes and raffles throughout the evening.
Questions? Contact Natalie Duncan, After School Specialist, 703-912-4500 or naduncan@fcps.edu.
Sponsored by Southern and Eastern VIP Camps.
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