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Important Dates
June 3-6
K-6 Device Collection
June 7
Field Day
June 11
6th Grade Promotion
June 12
Last Day of School- 2 hour Early Release,
Student Talent Show
See the complete FCPS 2023-2024 school year calendar.
Your Input Wanted for Class Groupings
Creating class assignments for next year requires careful consideration and the involvement of many staff members. We know that a good teacher-student match and a productive mix of children are ingredients for success. Please use this form to share information about your child that the school staff should know, particularly regarding friendships or neighborhood factors, by Wednesday, June 5, 2023. Our teachers and staff use this information as an additional data point when creating preliminary class groupings.
We ask that you do not request specific teachers. This does not take into account the many variables to be considered such as grade-level changes or reductions in staff. It is far more valuable to share particular academic or behavioral needs or concerns. Be assured that with or without a parent letter, your child’s strengths and needs are considered in this lengthy and complex process.
Thank you for sharing this important information with us so we can best meet your child's needs next year!
Field Day is June 7! Volunteers Needed
Field Day and the Staff vs. 6th Grade Kickball Game are this month! Both events will be on Friday, June 7.
Dress Students Appropriately
Please make sure students come to school dressed for outdoor physical activities and water activities (athletic clothing, footwear, and perhaps a full change of clothes). Students should wear sunscreen, sun glasses, and perhaps a hat. Students should bring a water bottle marked with their name if possible.
Volunteers Needed
We are in need of volunteers to assist with stations and logistics. If interested, please sign up HERE or complete and return the paper form that came home in Thursday Folders and let your teacher know. Volunteers will receive confirmation and more training details after signing-up.
Grades 3rd-6th: 9:15-11:00 a.m.
Grades K-2nd: 12:30- 1:45 p.m.
Questions? Contact our physical education teachers, Ms. Kenan Brod. Thank you in advance for your support on that fun day!
Medication Pick-Up from Health Room
Pickup Deadline: Wednesday, June 12, 1:35 p.m.
All medications stored in the health room need to be picked up by a parent or guardian by 1:35 p.m. on Wednesday,, June 12. Any medication remaining in the health room after that time will be destroyed. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.
Laptop & Charger Collection
All student devices (iPads for PreK and kindergarten; laptops for grades 1-6) will be collected June 3-6 so that they may be reimaged and prepared for fall. All students will receive an FCPS-issued device again next year.
If you have not done so already, please make sure your child's charger has been returned to school with their laptop. Families will be charged for lost chargers.
Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza
Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats.
Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.
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Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.
📈 New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 TestsVirginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.
In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring.
The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year.
Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact [school registrar’s name and email] for an activation letter.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information. Click to edit this placeholder text.
School Board Votes to Adopt Fiscal Year 2025 Approved Budget
The Fairfax County School Board to adopt Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Approved Budget at their board meeting last night. The FY 2025 Approved Budget totals $3.7 billion — a net increase of $233.2 million or 6.6% over the previous year.
The FY 2025 Approved Budget focuses on providing educational excellence for all students and ensuring that employees’ hard work and dedication are acknowledged through competitive compensation. Both of these efforts fully align with the FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
Nearly 86% of the Approved Budget is targeted at instruction. Key budget highlights include funding for a 4% compensation increase for all employees; maintaining existing class size formulas and providing necessary support to all students; and expanding athletics offerings, additional athletic trainers, and enhanced stipends for fine and performing arts.
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
In the month of June, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals who are fighting to live freely and authentically. We stand with those facing an ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice. This Pride Month, we affirm our obligation to uphold the dignity of all people. Each individual in our school community should feel valued for who they are. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.Click to edit this placeholder text.
Caribbean American Heritage Month
FCPS celebrates the rich diversity and honors the many contributions of immigrants of Caribbean heritage to our nation during the month of June. Caribbean individuals are some of the most ethnically diverse in the world. There are more than 8.5 million individuals in the United States born in the Caribbean or of Caribbean ancestry. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month.
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