Fairfax Villa News You Choose February 21, 2025

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🌍 Please join us tonight for our PTA Heritage Night: A Journey Around the World!

📅 Tonight, Feb 21 | 6–7:30 PM | School Gym

Students get a passport to explore 12+ cultural stops, collect stamps and earn a small prize!

🌏 A sample of our cultures being represented:

Afghanistan | Antarctica | Argentina | China | Colombia | India | Italy | Kenya | Mongolia | Romania | Scotland | Türkiye

Enjoy a Chinese dance, a fashion show, and learn about the Lakota people!

✨ Get Involved! Host a table and share your culture. Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/3eezapd5

💬 Questions? Contact Amy at [email protected] | 703-283-6113.

Sensory Friendly Movie Night at Woodson High School! Woodson Drama Musical Performance - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

This musical promises to be a fun and lively experience, featuring an incredible cast of talented students who will work hard to bring this quirky and heartwarming story to life. Filled with humor, heart, and catchy musical numbers, Spelling Bee is sure to captivate audiences of all ages, making it a wonderful opportunity for elementary school students to experience live theater in an engaging and enjoyable way.

Tickets are free for all students!

Get your tickets here!

Support for Students During Ramadan

Ramadan, one of the holiest times on the Islamic calendar, begins on February 28th. We are here to support students who may need special considerations or accommodations during this time.  If your student will be fasting during Ramadan, please contact their homeroom teacher so that they are aware and able to support your student. Students who are fasting will have the option of joining another class while their class is at lunch. If your student is observing restrictions regarding music, please contact Mary Gaskins ([email protected] or via Talking Points) for information about accommodations we can provide in the music room.

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28

Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.

Family Math Pi Night AAP Newsletter

The February edition of the FCPS AAP newsletter focuses on the district’s commitment to talent development. As a system, we are dedicated to identifying and nurturing students' strengths by ensuring equitable access to advanced academic opportunities for all students and empowering them to reach their full potential. 

Read Across America Spirit Week It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Attending kindergarten provides children with an opportunity to learn and practice the essential social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, between January and April. Eligible children can also be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps us prepare and ensure we have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

Families should prepare for registration by gathering documents and completing forms on the FCPS kindergarten registration webpage. FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, visit the kindergarten registration webpage.

¡Es el Momento de Inscribirse para el Kindergarten!

Asistir al kindergarten ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de aprender y practicar las habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación esenciales que usarán durante toda su vida. Las escuelas públicas del Condado de Fairfax normalmente llevan a cabo eventos de inscripción para kindergarten-incluyendo orientación-en la primavera durante Lunes o Abril. Los niños elegibles también pueden inscribirse durante el verano, pero inscribir a su hijo temprano ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y asegurarse de que tengan a mano los maestros y recursos que necesitan el primer día de clases. 

Después de determinar a qué escuela asistirá su hijo, las familias deben prepararse para la inscripción reuniendo documentos y completando formularios, los detalles se pueden encontrar en la página web de inscripción de kindergarten de FCPS. FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de kindergarten.

 

Yearbook - Please make sure to submit your order Important Upcoming Dates

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night 6:00-7:30 in the gym

February 27 - PJ Skidoos PTA Fundraiser

March 3-7 - Read Across America Spirit Week

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - School Pictures - Individual and Class

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night 6:00-7:30 in the Cafeteria and Library

March 19 - Chipotle PTA Fundraiser

March 26 - School Pictures - Clubs and Candids

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

April 14-18 - School Closed; Spring Break

Be Informed; Stay Involved!

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🌍 PTA Heritage Night: A Journey Around the World!

📅 Friday, Feb 21 | 6–7:30 PM | School Gym

Students get a passport to explore 12+ cultural stops, collect stamps and earn a small prize!

🌏 Cultures (so far):

Afghanistan | Antarctica | Argentina | China | Colombia | India | Italy | Kenya | Mongolia | Romania | Scotland | Türkiye

Enjoy a Chinese dance, a fashion show, and learn about the Lakota people!

✨ Get Involved! Host a table and share your culture. Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/3eezapd5

💬 Questions? Contact Amy at [email protected] | 703-283-6113.

Student Voice Opportunity – 2025 FCPS Family Summit

We are excited to invite FCPS students to showcase their projects and advocacy efforts on inclusivity at the 2025 FCPS Family Summit on March 15, 2025, at South Lakes High School. This is a great opportunity for students to share their voices, earn service hours, and build their resumes. Please help us amplify this opportunity by sharing it with your students. More details, including how to participate, can be found in this document. Please note that the deadline to submit proposals for students is February 17, 2025.

Thank you for your support in ensuring that student voice is at the center of the 2025 Family Summit!

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Attending kindergarten provides children with an opportunity to learn and practice the essential social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, between January and April. Eligible children can also be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps us prepare and ensure we have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

Families should prepare for registration by gathering documents and completing forms on the FCPS kindergarten registration webpage. FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, visit the kindergarten registration webpage.

✨ A strong start is Goal 1 of the 2023-30 Strategic Plan

Spanish:¡Es el Momento de Inscribirse para el Kindergarten!

Asistir al kindergarten ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de aprender y practicar las habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación esenciales que usarán durante toda su vida. Las escuelas públicas del Condado de Fairfax normalmente llevan a cabo eventos de inscripción para kindergarten-incluyendo orientación-en la primavera durante Lunes o Abril. Los niños elegibles también pueden inscribirse durante el verano, pero inscribir a su hijo temprano ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y asegurarse de que tengan a mano los maestros y recursos que necesitan el primer día de clases. 

Después de determinar a qué escuela asistirá su hijo, las familias deben prepararse para la inscripción reuniendo documentos y completando formularios, los detalles se pueden encontrar en la página web de inscripción de kindergarten de FCPS. FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de kindergarten.

Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School

The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-12 in March. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who do not have a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu

Fairfax County is experiencing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. The Fairfax County Health Department reports that visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings. Read a letter from the health department

The health department suggests taking the following steps to reduce the spread of flu and other germs:    

  • Cover coughs and sneezes. If you must be around others while ill, wearing a mask can help reduce spread.
  • Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap and water are not available (with supervision for younger children).
  • Clean frequently touched surfaces.

According to the health department, to help prevent or reduce the spread of illness it is important for individuals who are sick to stay home and away from others until symptoms improve and until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. Visit this Attendance webpage for guidance on when your child should go to school. 

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28

Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.

Yearbook - It’s almost time to submit your order Important Upcoming Dates

February 17 - School Closed; President’s Day Holiday

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night 6:00-7:30 in the gym

February 27 - PJ Skidoos PTA Fundraiser

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - School Pictures - Individual and Class

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night 6:00-7:30 in the Cafeteria and Library

March 19 - Chipotle PTA Fundraiser

March 26 - School Pictures - Clubs and Candids

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

April 14-18 - School Closed; Spring Break

Be Informed; Stay Involved!

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Congratulations to Ms. Werrlein’s class for winning our weekly ST Math Puzzle Challenge! They shared the win with Mrs. Marsh’s fourth graders!

Educate Fairfax Grants

We are fortunate to be a recipient of one of 107 Educate Fairfax Grants that were awarded this school year!  Here’s an update:  We’re excited to have new signs to help us reorganize and update our nonfiction collection in the Library!

Magnet School Application and Lottery Information

The Magnet Program registration window will open Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and close Friday, April 4, 2025.  No late applications are accepted.

To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Information Nights:

  • Hunters Woods Elementary, February 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
    • Location is Hunters Woods Elementary School
  • Bailey’s Primary Elementary School and Bailey’s Upper Elementary School, February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
    • Location is at Bailey’s Primary Elementary School 

PTA Bingo Night was a great success! Thanks to everyone who had a part in making this night happen.

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

  1. Determine eligibility. 
  2. Identify your local school. 
  3. Gather documents. 
  4. Fill out forms. 
  5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for our upcoming Kindergarten events. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Andrea Gallego-Ceballos, our school registrar.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

Proposed Budget Progress

Apply for Dual Immersion and Magnet Lotteries

Black History Month Event

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Yearbook - It’s almost time to submit your order Important Upcoming Dates

February 7 and 8 - Frost Middle School Frozen Jr. Musical

February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

February 13 - PTA In-person meeting at 6pm with option to participate virtually

PTA Zoom Link

February 17 - School Closed; President’s Day Holiday

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night

February 27 - PJ Skidoos PTA Fundraiser

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - School Pictures - Individual and Class

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night

March 19 - Chipotle PTA Fundraiser

March 26 - School Pictures - Clubs and Candids

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

April 14-18 - School Closed; Spring Break

Be Informed; Stay Involved!

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Band Concert

The 5th and 6th grade Villa band have been excitedly preparing for their winter concert to take place on Thursday, February 6th at 7PM in the gym. Please join in the audience for what promises to be an entertaining program of a variety of pieces performed by our talented musicians under the direction of Ms. Ammirati.

Congratulations to Mrs. Marsh’s fourth grade class for winning our schoolwide ST Math competition for most puzzles completed, 2 weeks in a row!

Woodson Pyramid Get 2 Green Movie Night

Are you interested in being an environmentally conscious citizen? Are you concerned about food waste? If so, you are invited to attend a FCPS Get2Green event at Woodson H.S. sponsored by Canterbury Woods E.S. and Woodson H.S. We will show an abbreviated version of the documentary Just Eat It followed by a panel discussion by FCPS students and experts from Food for Others, Hands on Harvest and FCPS Food & Nutrition Services. 

Where: Woodson High School.  Please park by the front of the school and enter through door 18.

When: Thursday, February 6th from 6:30pm-8:15pm

Proposed Budget Presented to School Board

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 23. Watch a video of the presentation

As Dr. Reid noted in her January 24 letter to families, “The budget is fiscally responsible and invests in excellence — not just for FCPS, but for all of us in Fairfax County who want a strong community with successful young people, dedicated educators and support staff, and a thriving economy.” 

The proposed budget reflects the needs of and FCPS’ commitments to Fairfax County students, families, and community members. It focuses on competitive compensation, including a 7.0% salary increase for all staff to recruit and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students; investing in students who require additional support; and continuing multiyear initiatives such as inclusive preschool and safety and security updates.

Learn more on the Budget webpage.

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

  1. Determine eligibility. 
  2. Identify your local school. 
  3. Gather documents. 
  4. Fill out forms. 
  5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for our upcoming Kindergarten events. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Andrea Gallego-Ceballos, our school registrar. 

Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards

First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education. 

Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.

Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.

Frost Middle School’s Musical “Frozen, Jr”

Frost Drama will be presenting Frozen Jr. on February 7 and 8, 2025 and tickets are on sale now.  Go to this link:  https://etix.com/ticket/v/15646.

Show times:    Friday, February 7 at 7:00pm

                        Saturday, February 8 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get them now! 

Yearbook - It’s almost time to submit your order Important Upcoming Dates

February 6 - Band Concert

February 7 and 8 - Frost Middle School Frozen Jr. Musical

February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

February 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

February 17 - School Closed; President’s Day Holiday

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - School Pictures - Individual and Class

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night

March 26 - School Pictures - Clubs and Candids

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

April 14-18 - School Closed; Spring Break

Be Informed; Stay Involved!

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Bingo Night Returns to the Villa | Jan. 31 from 6-8pm

Join us from 6-8p on Friday, Jan. 31 for an evening of Bingo, prizes, a bountiful raffle table, and concessions (cash only, please come prepared with small bills!), brought to you by the Villa PTA. Games are free to play, raffle tickets are $1 apiece, and concessions are priced as marked. Can’t wait to see you there!

 It takes a Villa to pull off every school event – please consider volunteering or donating concessions for this family-friendly evening so we can all have fun together. The sign-up sheet is here. Thank you!

Band Concert

The 5th and 6th grade Villa band have been excitedly preparing for their winter concert to take place on Thursday, February 6th at 7PM in the gym. Please join in the audience for what promises to be an entertaining program of a variety of pieces performed by our talented musicians under the direction of Ms. Ammirati.

Frost Middle School’s Musical “Frozen, Jr”

Frost Drama will be presenting Frozen Jr. on February 7 and 8, 2025 and tickets are on sale now.  Go to this link:  https://etix.com/ticket/v/15646.

Show times:    Friday, February 7 at 7:00pm

                        Saturday, February 8 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get them now!     

Middle School Transition Matters Newsletter

The Middle School Transition Matters Newsletter: Elementary Edition is here! This Winter 2024-25 edition helps foster curiosity, self-awareness, and career readiness in elementary students. It includes practical tips, activities, and local resource ideas to connect classroom learning with real-life experiences.

Highlights include:

  • Ideas for integrating transition planning into lessons and family discussions.
  • Strategies to build self-awareness and explore interests.
  • Fun ways to introduce career awareness through reflection, exploration, sharing, and activities.
  • Hands-on group projects and pre-vocational activities to build real-world work skills.
Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families

This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year. 

Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE

The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.

Yearbook - It’s almost time to submit your order FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits

Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

The proposed CIP was presented to the School Board at the January 14 work session. A public hearing was also held January 14. The School Board will take action on the proposed CIP at its Thursday, February 6 meeting.

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink. 

Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success. 

Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage

Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors. 

Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”

Get more information on opioid awareness.

Important Upcoming Dates

January 28 - End of the 2nd Quarter

January 29 - Student Holiday; Teacher Workday

January 31 - PTA Bingo Night

February 6 - Band Concert @ 7PM in the gym

February 7 and 8 - Frost Middle School Frozen Jr. Musical

February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

February 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

February 17 - School Closed; President’s Day Holiday

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - School Pictures - Individual and Class

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night

March 26 - School Pictures - Clubs and Candids

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

Be Informed; Stay Involved!

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Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

Winter weather is here! As a reminder, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy time outdoors. We monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside for activities like recess or physical education.

Visit Fairfax County’s website for Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact our family liaison, Whitney Villanueva, at [email protected]. You may also contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Dining for Dollars Night at Freddy's | Jan. 22 from 5-9pm

Our next Dining for Dollars restaurant night is coming up on Jan. 22 from 5-9pm at Freddy's (10030 Fairfax Blvd.). The Fairfax Villa PTA will receive 15% of fundraiser sales during that time through online or in-person orders -- just tell them you're supporting the Villa PTA! To participate online, order on the Freddy's mobile app or website using the code GIVEBACK; in the restaurant, tell the cashier or show them a fundraiser flyer below before you pay. Thanks for supporting your Villa community!

Bingo Night Returns to the Villa | Jan. 31 from 6-8pm

Join us from 6-8p on Friday, Jan. 31 for an evening of Bingo, prizes, a bountiful raffle table, and concessions (cash only, please come prepared with small bills!), brought to you by the Villa PTA. Games are free to play, raffle tickets are $1 apiece, and concessions are priced as marked. Can’t wait to see you there!

 It takes a Villa to pull off every school event – please consider volunteering or donating concessions for this family-friendly evening so we can all have fun together. The sign-up sheet is here. Thank you!

Yearbook - It’s almost time to submit your order Frost Middle School’s Musical “Frozen, Jr”

Frost Drama will be presenting Frozen Jr. on February 7 and 8, 2025 and tickets are on sale now.  Go to this link:  https://etix.com/ticket/v/15646.

Show times:    Friday, February 7 at 7:00pm

                        Saturday, February 8 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get them now!     

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon

All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

Important Upcoming Dates

January 20 - School Closed; Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

January 28 - End of the 2nd Quarter

January 29 - Student Holiday; Teacher Workday

January 31 - PTA Bingo Night

February 7 and 8 - Frost Middle School Frozen Jr. Musical

February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

February 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

February 17 - School Closed; President’s Day Holiday

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - School Pictures - Individual and Class

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night

March 26 - School Pictures - Clubs and Candids

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

Be Informed; Stay Involved!

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Happy New Year and Welcome Back to School!

Welcome back to school after our Winter Break holiday and snow days!

Power of Words Presentation

We have an exciting event happening on January 15th from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Library. Our Educational Specialist for Equity and Cultural Responsiveness, Mr. Gomez Portillo, will lead us through a Power of Words session. This is an opportunity for students and families to engage in conversation about the power of words and their impact on others and how we ALL can make Fairfax Villa Elementary a more welcoming school. We hope you can join us for this powerful event.

ST Math Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish.

Yearbook - It’s almost time to submit your order Important Upcoming Dates

January 15 - Power of Words Family Presentation 6:00-7:00 pm

January 20 - School Closed; Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

January 28 - End of the 2nd Quarter

January 29 - Student Holiday; Teacher Workday

January 31 - PTA Bingo Night

February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

February 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

February 17 - School Closed; President’s Day Holiday

February 21 - PTA Heritage Night

March 10 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

March 13 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

March 14 - PTA Pi/Math Night

March 28 - End of the 3rd Quarter

March 31 - School Closed; Eid al Fitr

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Fairfax Villa Employee Award Winners

Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for our employee awards. We were able to honor our award winners at our staff breakfast last week. The following are our winners for this year:

  • Outstanding Teacher: Kelly D’Alessandro 2nd Grade Teacher
  • Outstanding New Teacher: Morgan Crain - Intellectual Disabilities Teacher
  • Outstanding School Based Leader: Shelia Sobeski - Assistant Principal
  • Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee - Janet O’Lare - Special Education Department Chair
  • Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee - Julie Scoville - Office Assistant

These award winners exemplify what it is to foster cooperative relationships with colleagues and our school community. They also foster an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrate keeping equity at the center of their work.

Please join me in congratulating our outstanding employees at Fairfax Villa!

Winter Spirit Week Winter Sing Along

Our Annual Winter Sing Along will be held on Friday, December 20th! Each grade level will share a special song, and all our students will join together in singing an array of festive songs, including the Villa favorite, “We Wish You A Swingin’ Holiday!”  

Due to space restriction this event will be livestreamed for families to join virtually. 

Preschool, 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades will have their Sing Along at 1:00pm.

Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, and 6th grades will have their Sing Along at 2:30pm.

We hope you can join us online for our fun and festive annual Winter Sing Along!

Zoom Information: 

Topic: Fairfax Villa Sing-along

Time: Dec 20, 2024 12:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Passcode: 410564

Thank you for your support at our Winter Bookfair! FCPS News

Student and Family Resources

Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

School’s Closed, Learning Can Continue! 

FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during winter break and snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your students during winter break or weather-related school closures. 

Woodson Winter Wonderland Event Important Upcoming Dates

December 14 - Woodson High School Winter Wonderland Event

December 15 - Full-time AAP Referrals and optional materials due

December 20 - Virtual Winter Sing Along (Preschool, 1, 3, 5 @ 1:00/K, 2, 4, 6 @ 2:30)

December 23-January 3 - School Closed; Winter Break

January 9 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

January 15 - Power of Words Family Presentation 6:00-7:30 pm

January 20 - School Closed; Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

January 28 - End of the 2nd Quarter

January 29 - Student Holiday; Teacher Workday

January 31 - PTA Bingo Night

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Winter Spirit Week Winter Sing Along

Our Annual Winter Sing Along will be held on Friday, December 20th! Each grade level will share a special song, and all our students will join together in singing an array of festive songs, including the Villa favorite, “We Wish You A Swingin’ Holiday!”  

Due to space restriction this event will be livestreamed for families to join virtually. 

Preschool, 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades will have their Sing Along at 1:00pm.

Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, and 6th grades will have their Sing Along at 2:30pm.

We hope you can join us online for our fun and festive annual Winter Sing Along!

Zoom Information: 

Topic: Fairfax Villa Sing-along

Time: Dec 20, 2024 12:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Passcode: 410564

Our students sound ready for their Strings Concert on December 12th @ 6:00pm.

Our Pre-school students enjoyed listening to our 5th and 6th graders during their strings practice.

Winter Parties

Due to the prevalence of allergies and sensitivities in our student population, we do not typically allow food treats to be given out in class. However we understand that winter parties are a memorable time for students. We ask that you comply with class food requests and accommodations for this event. Please do not bring any snacks or food items with nuts of any kind. Please check with your teacher for a list of allergies. Thank you!

FCPS News Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. 

Learn how to help these families and discover the many resources available to support those experiencing food insecurity on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.

Bundle Up With Books Over Break

Fairfax County Public Library’s winter reading adventure has begun and will continue through Friday, January 31, 2025. Visit your local FCPL branch or their Winter Reading Adventure website to register and get a sneak peek at the prizes being offered.

Check out their Winter Reading Events webpage to learn about laser tag, movie nights, crafting sessions, Noon-Year Eve celebrations, and book discussions.

Get Outdoors for Winter Fun!

The Fairfax County Park Authority has rounded up its seasonal fun into a handy list of events happening across the county

Learn more about the Winter Wonderland and the Holiday Train at Burke Lake Park, Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, the Holiday Lantern Tour at Colvin Run Mill, and many more fun events.

Woodson Winter Wonderland Event Important Upcoming Dates

December 12 - Strings Concert @ 6:00pm

December 12 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

December 14 - Woodson High School Winter Wonderland Event

December 15 - Full-time AAP Referrals and optional materials due

December 20 - Virtual Winter Sing Along (Preschool, 1, 3, 5 @ 1:00/K, 2, 4, 6 @ 2:30)

December 23-January 3 - School Closed; Winter Break

January 9 - PTA Zoom Meeting 8pm PTA Zoom Link

January 15 - Power of Words Family Presentation 6:00-7:30 pm

January 20 - School Closed; Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

January 28 - End of the 2nd Quarter

January 29 - Student Holiday; Teacher Workday

January 31 - PTA Bingo Night

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Thank You!

For your generous food drive donations to support our families!

And for making our Thanksgiving Luncheon such a special day for our students!

Fairfax Villa Book Fair!

Our annual Book Fair is coming soon! Our Book Fair will run from Monday, December 2nd through Friday, December 6th. Our evening Book Fair will be on Wednesday, December 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The book fair is a fundraiser that allows us to buy many new books for the library. We appreciate your support! If you would like to volunteer at the book fair, please sign up using the Sign-Up genius below.

 Sign Up Genius- Click here to volunteer!

Interested in using eWallet to provide funds for your child to shop at the Book Fair? See this video to learn more and visit our Book Fair Website for more information.

Please join us tomorrow for the Barnes & Noble Fundraiser for Fairfax Villa

WHAT:   Barnes & Noble is providing a percentage of its store sales made on Saturday, Nov. 23rd.  Just use code 12814398 for purchases in the store on the 23rd or online through the 27th.  Staff will be at the store with activity stations, read alouds, and the Café will showcase student artwork!

PURPOSE:  Money from the sales will help fund the following:

  • New Nonfiction Books for the Villa Library
  • Read Across America (books for “Been Booked” read-alouds, contests)
  • Project Lift (books given to students at-risk for literacy before Summer break)

WHERE:  Barnes & Noble, 12193 Fair Lakes Promenade Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

WHEN:  11am-2pm for activities with Villa staff.   Sales count all day on the 23rd in the store.  Staff members will be present for fun activities from 11-2pm.  Online sales count until the 27th (Thursday before Black Friday). 

Just to note:  There will also be two author signing tables that day, YA and adult self-published graphic novelist Leonard Langford (12-3pm) and Harper Collins Middle School author Jan Gansei (at 4pm). So all ages may have interests that day.

Enjoying our Fairfax Villa Thanksgiving Luncheon with a fabulous group of 4th graders!

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

  • Preparing for Winter Weather
  • SEL Screener Results
  • Varsity Girls Wrestling Is New Winter Sport

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today

FCPS NewsEn caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week, la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros:

Preparación para el invierno

Resultados de la Encuesta del SEL

La lucha libre femenina es el nuevo deporte de invierno

Lea FCPS Esta Semana para aprender más sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, suscríbase hoy mismo

 

Accessing Family Life Education Materials (FLE)

Gr.  6th grade classes will be participating in Family Life Education (FLE) Human Growth and Development (HGD) lessons beginning in December. (Be on the look out for communication from teachers regarding this shortly). Grades 4 & 5 will implement their lessons the week before Spring Break.

For your convenience, the lessons and materials are available for families to view at your own pace on the All Parents/Guardian: Fairfax Villa ES Schoology Course. Detailed instructions on how to access these materials can be found here.

Additionally, the Woodson Pyramid will be hosting a Parent Preview Night for FLE on Wednesday, December 4th from 5:30-6:00PM. This event provides an opportunity to ask questions and receive assistance in accessing the materials virtually.

Join us using this link: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98212425017?pwd=RMP78xMm7oJohNebVYWw54gwOiYlfE.1

We invite you also to learn more about Fairfax County's elementary FLE program on the FCPS website.

Important Upcoming Dates

November 23 - Barnes & Noble Fundraiser on Fair Lakes Promenade

November 27-29 - School Closed; Thanksgiving Holiday

December 2-6 - Fairfax Villa Book Fair

December 4 - Book Fair Night 5:30-7:30pm

December 5 - FLE Parent Info Night Virtual 5:30pm 

December 15 - Full-time AAP Referrals and optional materials due

December 23-January 7- School Closed; Winter Break

January 15 - Power of Words Family Presentation 6:00-7:30 pm

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In Honor of our Veteran's SCA Food Drive

SCA is hosting a food drive for families throughout our community from November 6th through the 20th. Please consider donating the following items:

Canned foods (protein, fruit, vegetables, beans, soup, etc.), dried beans, honey, cereal/oats, pasta/mac & cheese, peanut butter, rice, instant mashed potatoes, fruit juice (plastic bottle, not glass), healthy snacks, flour, and paper plates. Please check the expiration date. We are only accepting items that are unopened and do not need refrigerating.

Save the Date for Our Thanksgiving Luncheon!

Always a favorite, Fairfax Villa’s Thanksgiving Luncheon is Thursday, November 21.  Flyers with information and order forms went home in Wednesday folders this week (they are bright orange!).  We will need some additional adult help that day.  Just one hour of time!  Please see the Sign Up Genius link below for information and to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094FADAF29A64-52420409-thanksgiving

Ms. Textoris and Mrs. Sobeski enjoyed camping out on the roof to show our thanks for all the community support during our Boosterthon Fundraiser.

Fairfax Villa Book Fair!

Our annual Book Fair is coming soon! Our Book Fair will run from Monday, December 2nd through Friday, December 6th. Our evening Book Fair will be on Wednesday, December 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The book fair is a fundraiser that allows us to buy many new books for the library. We appreciate your support! If you would like to volunteer at the book fair, please sign up using the Sign-Up genius below.

 Sign Up Genius- Click here to volunteer!

Interested in using eWallet to provide funds for your child to shop at the Book Fair? See this video to learn more and visit our Book Fair Website for more information.

Barnes & Noble Fundraiser for Fairfax Villa

WHAT:   Barnes & Noble is providing a percentage of its store sales made on Saturday, Nov. 23rd.  Just use code 12814398 for purchases in the store on the 23rd or online through the 27th.  Staff will be at the store with activity stations, read alouds, and the Café will showcase student artwork!

PURPOSE:  Money from the sales will help fund the following:

  • New Nonfiction Books for the Villa Library
  • Read Across America (books for “Been Booked” read-alouds, contests)
  • Project Lift (books given to students at-risk for literacy before Summer break)

WHERE:  Barnes & Noble, 12193 Fair Lakes Promenade Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

WHEN:  11am-2pm for activities with Villa staff.   Sales count all day on the 23rd in the store.  Staff members will be present for fun activities from 11-2pm.  Online sales count until the 27th (Thursday before Black Friday). 

Just to note:  There will also be two author signing tables that day, YA and adult self-published graphic novelist Leonard Langford (12-3pm) and Harper Collins Middle School author Jan Gansei (at 4pm). So all ages may have interests that day.

Our first grade engineers are working on building a house so structurally sound that the Big Bad Wolf can’t blow it down! AAP Full-Time Screening Information

Reminder:  Window for AAP Full-Time Referrals closes on December 15!

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-6 who would like their student to be considered for the full-time advanced academic program must submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form (and any of the optional materials) to Cat Wilkins no later than December 15. Forms for full-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for full-time services can be accepted. 

Mrs. Wilkins shared detailed information about the full-time screening process at an info meeting on 11/12/24. A recording of the meeting and the accompanying slides (in both English and Spanish) are posted in the  "All Parents/Guardians" Course in Schoology. Please note that you will need to be logged in with your parent view account. If parents/guardians have any questions that were not answered in the presentation, please contact Mrs. Wilkins at [email protected].

Mrs. Wilkins will also be holding drop-in office hours via Zoom to answer any questions at the following dates/times (zoom meetings linked):

For a general overview of the Advanced Academics program, please see the recording and slides from the parent presentation that was held on 10/1/24, located in the  "All Parents/Guardians" Course in Schoology. Please note that you will need to be logged in with your parent view.

For more information on AAP in FCPS, including all forms, visit the AAP website here.

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms in November. Please be sure to return them by Friday, November 17

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

Grade 1 Testing Notification

Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test Third Edition

In an effort to obtain additional information about your child, the online version of the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test Third Edition (NNAT3) will be administered to your child on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. It is important that your child attend school on these days. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school during this time period. It is also important that your child has had a good night’s rest and a healthy breakfast before testing.

The NNAT3 is a nonverbal measure of general intellectual ability. The test evaluates a student’s reasoning and problem-solving skills through the identification of patterns involving geometric shapes and pictorial designs. The test is designed to assess ability without requiring the student to read, write, or speak. Students are not expected to know the answers to all questions and will be given opportunities to practice sample items before taking the test. The NNAT3 is an abilities test, so children are not expected to study or prepare for the test the way they would for an achievement test.

Score reports will be provided to parents once scores become available. Typically, these reports are available several months after the test is taken. If you have any questions about this test, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher (AART), Mrs. Wilkins or School Test Coordinator, Shelia Sobeski, at your child's school.

 

For translations of this letter please visit https://www.fcps.edu/student-tests-and-assessments/student-assessment-details/abilities-test-info

FCPS News

Boundary Review Community Meeting

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on Monday, December 2, 6:30-8 p.m., at Westfield High School Cafeteria.

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.

Spanish: Reunión Comunitaria de Revisión de Límites

Las reuniones comunitarias sobre la Revisión de Límites de FCPS se llevarán a cabo en cada una de las seis regiones de la división. Le animamos a asistir a la reunión en nuestra región, que tendrá lugar el Lunes, 2 de diciembre, 6:30-8 p.m., en la cafetería de la Escuela Secundaria de Westfield. 

Por favor, inscríbase con antelación haciendo clic en la fecha. Habrá servicio de interpretación. 

Si no puede asistir en esta fecha, consulte la lista completa de reuniones en el sitio web de la Revisión integral de límites escolares. 

 

Important Upcoming Dates

November 15 - PTA Dance Party

November 17 - Federal Impact Aid Survey Due

November 18 - 3 Hour Early Release Monday 1pm

November 20 - PTA Spirit Night at Old Dominion Pizza

November 20 - 5th Grade Ukulele Concert at 7pm

November 21 - Thanksgiving Lunch - Advanced Ticket Purchase Required

November 23 - Barnes & Noble Fundraiser on Fair Lakes Promenade

November 27-29 - School Closed; Thanksgiving Holiday

December 2-6 - Fairfax Villa Book Fair

December 4 - Book Fair Night 5:30-7:30pm

December 19 - PTA Spirit Night at Taco Rock

December 23-January 7- School Closed; Winter Break

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