Mountain View newsletter 10/30/26

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October Adventure

walney field trip

Branching out beyond the classroom! Mountain View science students made the most of a beautiful fall day at Walney Pond, conducting hands-on tree observations to study local plant life.


Dates to Remember

  • November 2nd & 3rd - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
  • November 25th, 26th, & 27th - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

School Hours

Our school hours are 8am-2:45pm.  Students will not be able to enter the building until 7:45am.


Picture Day is November 10th, Save the Date! 📸

CADY will be at school on November 10th photographing 9th through 11th grade students. Please remind

your student to dress appropriately and come prepared for their portrait.

Families can save $10 on photo packages when they pre-order before Picture Day.

Visit cady.com/pictureday to confirm your info, explore package options and place your order.

Thank you for helping make Picture Day a success.


Impact Aid

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 one form for each child in your household and have your student return it to their respective school.

A paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting the first week of November. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.


October Mentor Social

October mentor social

Students and staff had a great time at our October mentor social, decorating pumpkins and enjoying hot dogs fresh off the grill.


Encouraging Regular Attendance

Regular attendance is a good habit to establish in childhood. It can lead to greater success in high school, college, and careers. Teachers and students miss your child when they can’t make it to school. If you or your family need support, please reach out to your school's front office. We are here for you! 

If students miss too much school, school staff may reach out to the family to partner with them on addressing barriers to regular attendance. Visit the FCPS website for attendance resources. 


Immunization Events for FCPS Students

FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. 

Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.


USMC former student

Class of 2026 alumnus, Ethan, showed off his Marine Corps uniform before leaving for Camp Lejeune!  We are honored that he stopped by before reporting for duty.  Good luck, Ethan!


Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation

All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass and access the application, which can be returned to the front office.

Visit the Fairfax County website for details, approved Metrobus routes, and the application. 

Children 12 and younger ride for free on the Fairfax Connector with a paying adult.

Bus Discount Program for AdultsFairfax Connector’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP) provides 50% off fares for low-income residents ages 18-65. Learn more about the TRIP program and how to apply.


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! 

The event will take place Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School. Click the date to register. Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.


District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)

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