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Dear Families,
As the weather shifts and signs of the new season appear around us, we’re also approaching the end of our first quarter. Thank you for continuing to partner with us as students and staff finish the quarter strong. We look forward to celebrating Book Character Day on October 30 before the quarter closes.
We’re excited for tonight’s 4th/5th Grade Dance, beginning at 5:00 p.m. A big thank-you to our PTA for organizing and hosting this fun evening for the North Springfield community. We appreciate all the time and care our PTA volunteers give to make events like this possible.
We’re also pleased to invite our community to nominate outstanding NSES staff members as Outstanding Employees. This is a meaningful way to recognize the people who make a difference for our students and school. Please join us in celebrating the dedication and contributions of our staff.
Looking ahead, we will host our 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon on November 19. More information will be shared soon.
We’re grateful for the partnership, enthusiasm, and support of our North Springfield families. We hope you enjoy the weekend and the changing season!
Beaver Pride!
Fatima Smith - Principal
Kevin Sami - Assistant Principal
Important Dates to Remember
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October 23 - 4th/5th Grade Dance (Starting @5PM)
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October 29 - Parent Coffee - Health & Attendance (9:10AM) and Superintendent Community Conversations (6:30PM at NSES)
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October 30 - End of 1st Quarter & Book Character Day (Dismissal at 1:40PM)
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November 2 & 3 - No School (Teacher Work Days)
- November 6 - Fall Picture Retakes
- November 11 - Quarter 1 Progress Reports Sent Home
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November 19 - Thanksgiving Luncheon (Save the Date, More information coming soon)
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November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break (No School)
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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
 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:
Register now for the annual Special Education Family Conference: Connected Communities, Thriving Students. The free conference will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School.
Hosted by FCPS in collaboration with community partners, the conference highlights the power of partnerships in supporting student success. Families, educators, and community members are invited to connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources.
The conference will feature an inspiring opening session, engaging breakout sessions, an exhibitor hall with local resources, and lunch for all participants.
Register for the conference and visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions.
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Virginia Quality Birth to Five is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Visit the Virginia Quality Birth to Five website for more information.
The NSES PTA is a fantastic way to get involved and connect with other Beaver families! We encourage you to join the PTA and attend meetings throughout the year. We also have a variety of volunteer opportunities available, so please reach out to nsespta@gmail.com and let them know if you're able to share your time and talents! The PTA coordinates community events as well as fundraising to support some of our most popular projects and initiatives!
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Do you know a North Springfield ES or FCPS employee who does ordinary things in support of students or the community at large? If so, then click here to share your appreciation! |
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