Friday: Early Dismissal and Book Character Day

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 10/28/2026 11:15 AM EDT

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Friday: 2 Hour Early Dismissal

Please note the early dismissal schedule for Friday, Octobe 30:

School-Age Students (K–12): Dismissed at 1:20 PM (Note: After-school daycare will not be provided.)
AM ECCB Preschool: Dismissed at 11:00 AM
PM ECCB Preschool: Canceled
PAC Preschool: Dismissed at 1:45 PM
PreK Preschool: Dismissed at 1:45 PM

Friday: Book Character Day

Get ready for Book Character Day at Island Creek Elementary! On Friday, October 30, all Crocs are invited to dress up as their favorite book character for a day of literacy fun.

Dressing up is completely optional. If your child chooses to participate, please keep costumes safe and school-appropriate: no scary themes, offensive graphics, toy weapons, masks, or face paint.

Whether dressing up or coming as they are, please remind your child to bring their favorite book to share with their class!

7855 Morning View Lane, Alexandria, VA 22315 | Phone: 571-642-6300

Attendance 571-642-6363

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