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 Upcoming Events

• November 17-21, 2024- American Education Week
• November 20, 2024- Education Support Professionals Day
• November 21, 2024- Thanksgiving Luncheon
• November 22, 2024- Substitute Educators Day
• November 27-29, 2024-Thanksgiving Holiday
• December 2, 2024-Special Education Day
• December 9, 2024-Three Hour Early Release Day at 12:55pm

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

We hope you've had a wonderful week! Here at Fairview, we've been busy learning, growing, and having fun. From our 2nd and 5th grade field trips to our celebration of the Veteran's Day holiday, it's been another fantastic week for our students.

We're excited to invite you to join us for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon this Thursday, November 21, 2024 in the cafeteria. It's a great opportunity to connect with other families, enjoy delicious food, and celebrate the season of gratitude together.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Fairview News Celebrating Our School Psychologist!

Falcons, let's take a moment to recognize and thank our amazing school psychologist, Alyssa Verastegui, during School Psychologist Week.

Alyssa works tirelessly to support the mental health and well-being of our students. She provides essential services such as:

• Individual and group counseling
• Crisis intervention
• Behavioral interventions
• Consultation with teachers and parents
• Psychoeducational assessments

Her dedication to our students is truly inspiring. Thanks to Alyssa's efforts, our school community is a more positive and supportive place for everyone.

Please join us in thanking Alyssa Verastegui for her hard work and commitment.

Thank You Fairview Families!

Thank you to Mr. Jacob Champion for cleaning up the Fairview Elementary sign at the Burke Centre Parkway entrance.  It looks marvelous!

Thank you to Grandpa of the Champion family who built a door for the Lending Library so that the books will be protected from the weather.

We very much appreciate our families helping to take care of Fairview and keep us looking good.

Fairview Elementary's Annual Thanksgiving Lunch Fairview Elementary's Annual Thanksgiving Lunch

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Kindergarten-11:30-12:00pm

First Grade- 12:40-1:10pm

Second Grade- 1:15-1:45pm

Third Grade- 1:50-2:20pm

Fourth Grade- 10:20-10:50am

Fifth Grade- 10:55-11:25am

Sixth Grade- 12:05-12:35pm

Join your child/children for Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday, November 21st! Students can purchase a Thanksgiving-style meal through the lunch like if they wish, OR families are welcome to bring outside food for their children. Please sign in at Door 2 by the cafeteria and have your ID ready. For families new to Fairview, this is one of our most popular events to enjoy lunch with your children! If you're unable to attend and would like one of our counselors or administrators to check in with your child please email Mrs. Wilcox at: [email protected].

Planning a Playdate?

If making arrangements for a child to go home with another child, Fairview’s office needs to know separately from PickUp Patrol so that we can make sure all permission is received and can help make it happen:

• Please email the [email protected] mailbox to let us know the arrangements. This is the office mailbox for attendance and dismissal information. 
• Please copy the other parent on the email; the other parent merely needs to ‘reply all’ and we have their permission and can create a Bus Pass so that the bus driver knows where to take your child.   
• Even if your child is riding their regular bus but getting off at a different stop, the driver needs a Bus Pass. 

Relying only on PickUp Patrol is not ideal because:

• It is not reviewed until dismissal.
• PickUp Patrol does not give any indication that the receiving parent knows another child is coming home to them.

Thank you for your help in keeping our Falcons safe!

Absences

Just a few missed days here and there, even if they’re excused absences, can add up to too much lost learning time and put your child behind in school. This is as true in kindergarten as it is in high school.

 

COMMUNICATE WITH THE SCHOOL

If your student will be out, please include the reason when you send the email, make the call, or contact Fairview though ParentVue.

 

Can My Child Go to School?

The recommendations below are for children 5 to 18 years of age. Recommendations may be different for infants and younger children. Recommendations may change if your child’s school has an outbreak. 

Symptoms and Illnesses

Can My Child Go to School?

Parent is Sick, Stressed, Hospitalized

YES

If you are sick, your child still needs to attend school. Your illness does not excuse your child from attending. Plan for these days. Ask a neighbor, relative or spouse to take your child to and from school.

 

Chronic Illnesses (Asthma, Diabetes, Sickle Cell, Epilepsy etc.)

Chronic illness is a long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured

YES

As long as your child’s symptoms are controlled, your child should attend school. School personnel are trained to assist children with chronic illnesses and related health care requirements.

Child Doesn’t Want to go to School

Frequent crying, fear, anger, not wanting to socialize, behavior change, stomachache, nausea

(These can be signs of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, or fear)

 

YES

You should keep your child in school but try to determine what is causing the changes. Talk to school personnel and consult a health care provider. Your child may be experiencing bullying or trauma, may be behind in schoolwork or not getting along with others. Persistent Indicators of distress may require support from school person- nel or health care professionals.

 

Cold Symptoms

Stuffy nose/runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, mild sore throat, earache

 

YES

If your child can participate in school activities school should be attended.

Head Lice

Intense itching of the head; may feel like something is moving

 

YES

Your child can be in school if an initial treatment of shampooing of hair with a product for lice has been completed.

Menstrual Issues

 

YES

In most cases, menstrual issues (periods) can be managed at school. If severe pain is interfering with your child attending school, consult with a health care provider.

Strains, Sprains and Pains

 

YES

If there is no known injury and your child can function (walk, talk, eat), school should be attended. If pain is severe or doesn’t stop, consult a health care provider.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

The white of the eye is pink and there is a thick yellow/green discharge.

 

NO

If there is yellow/green discharge from the white of the eye, your child must be evaluated by a healthcare provider before returning to school. If diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis, the child should remain home while symptomatic or until 24 hours of antibiotic treatment has been completed.

Coughing

Severe, uncontrolled, rapid coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing

 

NO

Keep your child home and contact a health care provider. If symptoms are due to asthma, provide treatment according to your child’s Asthma Action Plan. When symptoms are controlled, send your child to school.

Diarrhea

Frequent, loose or watery stool may mean illness but can also be caused by food and medication

 

NO

Keep your child at home until their diarrhea has improved, they are not having accidents, and they are having no more than 2 bowel movements above what is normal for your child in a 24-hour period.

If there is blood in your child’s stool, see a healthcare provider before returning to school. If your child also has a fever, keep them home until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without medicine.

 

Fever

Fever usually means illness, especially if your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher as well as other symptoms like behavior change, rash, sore throat, vomiting etc.

NO

If your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher, keep them at home until his or her fever is below 100.4 for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication. If the fever does not go away after 2-3 days or is 102.0 or higher, consult with a health care provider.

Rash With Fever

 

NO

Keep your child home if they have a rash with a fever. If a rash spreads quickly, is not healing, or has open weeping wounds, you should keep your child at home and have your child seen by a health care provider.

Strep Throat

Sore throat, fever, stomachache, and red, swollen tonsils

 

NO

Keep your child at home for the first 12 hours after an antibiotic is begun. Your child may return to school when they have completed at least 12hours of antibiotic use, is fever free and symptoms are improving

Vomiting

Child has vomited 2 or more times in a 24-hour period. If vomiting is associated with diarrhea or fever, please reference the recommendations for those symptoms (diarrhea, fever). 

NO

Keep your child at home until their vomiting has stopped overnight and your child can keep food and liquids down in the morning.

This information is based upon recommended guidelines from reliable sources to include the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics, and Public Health Association. Materials developed by the Alameda County Public Health Department.

 

Attention FCPS Families!

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online. 

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. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. 

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 13. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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

Step 1: CLICK HERE or use the QR Code to be taken to SIS ParentVUE.

If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter. ​

Step 2. After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.

Step 3. Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page:

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please make sure to fill out a form for each of your children. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you see a green check next to each of their names on the final screen.

FCPS Updates

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 Tuesday, December 3, 6:30-8 p.m., at Lake Braddock Secondary 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. 

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 Upcoming Events

• November 08, 2024- National STEM/STEAM Day
• November 11, 2024-Holiday (Veterans Day)- Fairview Office is Closed
• November 12, 2024- Make Up Picture Day!
• November 11-15, 2024- School Psychologist Week
• November 17-21, 2024- American Education Week
• November 20, 2024- Education Support Professionals Day
• November 21, 2024- Thanksgiving Luncheon
• November 22, 2024- Substitute Educators Day
• November 27-29, 2024-Thanksgiving Holiday
• December 9, 2024-Three Hour Early Release Day at 12:55pm

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

As Veterans Day approaches on Monday, November 11th, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all Veterans for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication. We are profoundly grateful for the freedoms you've safeguarded and the strength you've displayed. Today and always, we honor you.

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the veteran families who joined us for our Veterans Day Breakfast this Friday. We had over 200 people attend our event! Your presence and the stories you shared with our students were truly inspiring. 

Thank you once again for your support and for making this a special day for our school community.

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Fairview News Veterans Day Celebrations at Fairview Office Closed Veteran's Day

Hello Fairview Families! This is a friendly reminder that Monday, November 11, 2024 is Veteran's Day and the front office will be closed!

Make up Picture Day!

Make up Picture Day will be this Tuesday, November 12, 2024! If your child was absent on picture day, or would like to retake their picture, please come to school prepared for a retake!

Fairview Elementary's Annual Thanksgiving Lunch

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Kindergarten-11:30-12:00pm

First Grade- 12:40-1:10pm

Second Grade- 1:15-1:45pm

Third Grade- 1:50-2:20pm

Fourth Grade- 10:20-10:50am

Fifth Grade- 10:55-11:25am

Sixth Grade- 12:05-12:35pm

Join your child/children for Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday, November 21st! Students can purchase a Thanksgiving-style meal through the lunch like if they wish, OR families are welcome to bring outside food for their children. Please sign in at Door 2 by the cafeteria and have your ID ready. For families new to Fairview, this is one of our most popular events to enjoy lunch with your children! If you're unable to attend and would like one of our counselors or administrators to check in with your child please email Mrs. Wilcox at: [email protected].

Planning a Playdate?

If making arrangements for a child to go home with another child, Fairview’s office needs to know separately from PickUp Patrol so that we can make sure all permission is received and can help make it happen:

• Please email the [email protected] mailbox to let us know the arrangements. This is the office mailbox for attendance and dismissal information. 
• Please copy the other parent on the email; the other parent merely needs to ‘reply all’ and we have their permission and can create a Bus Pass so that the bus driver knows where to take your child.   
• Even if your child is riding their regular bus but getting off at a different stop, the driver needs a Bus Pass. 

Relying only on PickUp Patrol is not ideal because:

• It is not reviewed until dismissal.
• PickUp Patrol does not give any indication that the receiving parent knows another child is coming home to them.

Thank you for your help in keeping our Falcons safe!

Absences

Just a few missed days here and there, even if they’re excused absences, can add up to too much lost learning time and put your child behind in school. This is as true in kindergarten as it is in high school.

 

COMMUNICATE WITH THE SCHOOL

If your student will be out, please include the reason when you send the email, make the call, or contact Fairview though ParentVue.

 

Can My Child Go to School?

The recommendations below are for children 5 to 18 years of age. Recommendations may be different for infants and younger children. Recommendations may change if your child’s school has an outbreak. 

Symptoms and Illnesses

Can My Child Go to School?

Parent is Sick, Stressed, Hospitalized

YES

If you are sick, your child still needs to attend school. Your illness does not excuse your child from attending. Plan for these days. Ask a neighbor, relative or spouse to take your child to and from school.

 

Chronic Illnesses (Asthma, Diabetes, Sickle Cell, Epilepsy etc.)

Chronic illness is a long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured

YES

As long as your child’s symptoms are controlled, your child should attend school. School personnel are trained to assist children with chronic illnesses and related health care requirements.

Child Doesn’t Want to go to School

Frequent crying, fear, anger, not wanting to socialize, behavior change, stomachache, nausea

(These can be signs of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, or fear)

 

YES

You should keep your child in school but try to determine what is causing the changes. Talk to school personnel and consult a health care provider. Your child may be experiencing bullying or trauma, may be behind in schoolwork or not getting along with others. Persistent Indicators of distress may require support from school person- nel or health care professionals.

 

Cold Symptoms

Stuffy nose/runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, mild sore throat, earache

 

YES

If your child can participate in school activities school should be attended.

Head Lice

Intense itching of the head; may feel like something is moving

 

YES

Your child can be in school if an initial treatment of shampooing of hair with a product for lice has been completed.

Menstrual Issues

 

YES

In most cases, menstrual issues (periods) can be managed at school. If severe pain is interfering with your child attending school, consult with a health care provider.

Strains, Sprains and Pains

 

YES

If there is no known injury and your child can function (walk, talk, eat), school should be attended. If pain is severe or doesn’t stop, consult a health care provider.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

The white of the eye is pink and there is a thick yellow/green discharge.

 

NO

If there is yellow/green discharge from the white of the eye, your child must be evaluated by a healthcare provider before returning to school. If diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis, the child should remain home while symptomatic or until 24 hours of antibiotic treatment has been completed.

Coughing

Severe, uncontrolled, rapid coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing

 

NO

Keep your child home and contact a health care provider. If symptoms are due to asthma, provide treatment according to your child’s Asthma Action Plan. When symptoms are controlled, send your child to school.

Diarrhea

Frequent, loose or watery stool may mean illness but can also be caused by food and medication

 

NO

Keep your child at home until their diarrhea has improved, they are not having accidents, and they are having no more than 2 bowel movements above what is normal for your child in a 24-hour period.

If there is blood in your child’s stool, see a healthcare provider before returning to school. If your child also has a fever, keep them home until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without medicine.

 

Fever

Fever usually means illness, especially if your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher as well as other symptoms like behavior change, rash, sore throat, vomiting etc.

NO

If your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher, keep them at home until his or her fever is below 100.4 for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication. If the fever does not go away after 2-3 days or is 102.0 or higher, consult with a health care provider.

Rash With Fever

 

NO

Keep your child home if they have a rash with a fever. If a rash spreads quickly, is not healing, or has open weeping wounds, you should keep your child at home and have your child seen by a health care provider.

Strep Throat

Sore throat, fever, stomachache, and red, swollen tonsils

 

NO

Keep your child at home for the first 12 hours after an antibiotic is begun. Your child may return to school when they have completed at least 12hours of antibiotic use, is fever free and symptoms are improving

Vomiting

Child has vomited 2 or more times in a 24-hour period. If vomiting is associated with diarrhea or fever, please reference the recommendations for those symptoms (diarrhea, fever). 

NO

Keep your child at home until their vomiting has stopped overnight and your child can keep food and liquids down in the morning.

This information is based upon recommended guidelines from reliable sources to include the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics, and Public Health Association. Materials developed by the Alameda County Public Health Department.

 

Attention FCPS Families!

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online. 

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. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. 

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 13. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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

Step 1: CLICK HERE or use the QR Code to be taken to SIS ParentVUE.

If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter. ​

Step 2. After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.

Step 3. Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page:

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please make sure to fill out a form for each of your children. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you see a green check next to each of their names on the final screen.

Robinson Pyramid Robinson Marketplace – Saturday 11/9 from 9am to 3pm

Robinson PTSO is hosting its Annual Marketplace Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 9, from 9am to 3pm at Robinson Secondary School.  Just in time for the holidays! Shop from local Home Based, Small Boutique businesses, and Hand Crafters. Our very own Robinson Groups and Clubs will also have some treasurers including Robinson Spirit Items!  We also have a great silent auction running from 10am to 2pm.  We hope to see you there!

FCPS Updates Elementary School Language Arts Grading Updates

Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reporting and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!

📍 Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month

As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.

Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair

Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School. 

The event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Register in advance.

Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students

Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.

Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

Fairview on Social Media

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Pictures from our 125th Celebration Week

On Monday, 770 Fairview students participated in creating this photo! We will be sending a copy home with each student in the coming weeks!

We would like to thank Mike McCarron from ImageWorksLandscaping for capturing this memory!

On Tuesday, Doug Kammerer came to speak with our 4th-6th grade students about attending Fairview from grades K-6 and being inspired as a student to become a meteorologist. You can view a clip from his visit here.

On Thursday, our morning started with a visit from our Superintendent, Dr. Reid and our School Board Members, Rachna Sizemore-Heizer, Sandy Anderson and Ilryong Moon. Mrs. Sizemore-Heizer shared the proclamation she wrote recognizing Fairview turning 125. We also unveiled our new school banner which you can see on our fence facing 123. On this day students and staff participated in "decades day", visited our museum of Fairview artifacts, and attended an assembly to learn about the history of Fairview. 

Order a 125th Anniversary T-Shirt!

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 Upcoming Events

• October 28, 2024-Three-Hour Early Release Monday-12:55PM
• October 31, 2024-End of First Quarter (Two-Hour Early Release-1:55PM)
• October 28-31, 2024-Fairview's 125th Anniversary Spirit Week
• November 01, 2024-Holiday (Diwali)
• November 04, 2024-Student Holiday
• November 05, 2024-Student Holiday
• November 11, 2024-Holiday (Veteran's Day)

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

We hope you are enjoying the beautiful fall weather. We've had another fantastic week here at Fairview including a special commemoration from the FCPS School Board on Thursday night for our 125th anniversary of Fairview!

Next week we will celebrate Fairview's 125th Anniversary with our "125th" Spirit Week. Let's come together to show our school pride and commemorate this momentous occasion. Please see below for more details.

Tonight, we're also thrilled to attend our PTAs 125th Gala! This special event will be a night of celebration, fundraising, and honoring our school's rich history. We look forward to seeing you there!

Have a great weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

National School Bus Safety Week

We want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible work of our school bus drivers during National School Bus Safety Week. These dedicated individuals ensure the safe transportation of our students to and from school every day.

Their commitment to safety and their positive attitudes make a significant impact on our school community. Let's show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication by thanking them for all they do.

Thank you, bus drivers!

Fairview News Fairview's 125th Anniversary Celebration

Fairview is excited to celebrate our 125th anniversary with a plethora of activities and events!

• Monday, October 28th– Fairview is 125 day. Wear your new Fairview 125 shirt!
  • We will be taking a group picture in the formation of the number 125 on this day in our shirts!
• Tuesday, October 29th -  Future Day. Dress up as you think a student would dress 125 years from now, or in an outfit representing your future career.
• Wednesday, October 30th – Historical Figure Day – Dress up as a historical figure
• Thursday, October 31st – Decades Day – Dress up from the decade of your choice!
  • This day we will also be hosting an assembly for all students.

Planning a Playdate?

If making arrangements for a child to go home with another child, Fairview’s office needs to know separately from PickUp Patrol so that we can make sure all permission is received and can help make it happen:

• Please email the [email protected] mailbox to let us know the arrangements. This is the office mailbox for attendance and dismissal information. 
• Please copy the other parent on the email; the other parent merely needs to ‘reply all’ and we have their permission and can create a Bus Pass so that the bus driver knows where to take your child.   
• Even if your child is riding their regular bus but getting off at a different stop, the driver needs a Bus Pass. 

Relying only on PickUp Patrol is not ideal because:

• It is not reviewed until dismissal.
• PickUp Patrol does not give any indication that the receiving parent knows another child is coming home to them.

Thank you for your help in keeping our Falcons safe!

Absences

Just a few missed days here and there, even if they’re excused absences, can add up to too much lost learning time and put your child behind in school. This is as true in kindergarten as it is in high school.

 

COMMUNICATE WITH THE SCHOOL

If your student will be out, please include the reason when you send the email, make the call, or contact Fairview though ParentVue.

 

Can My Child Go to School?

The recommendations below are for children 5 to 18 years of age. Recommendations may be different for infants and younger children. Recommendations may change if your child’s school has an outbreak. 

Symptoms and Illnesses

Can My Child Go to School?

Parent is Sick, Stressed, Hospitalized

YES

If you are sick, your child still needs to attend school. Your illness does not excuse your child from attending. Plan for these days. Ask a neighbor, relative or spouse to take your child to and from school.

 

Chronic Illnesses (Asthma, Diabetes, Sickle Cell, Epilepsy etc.)

Chronic illness is a long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured

YES

As long as your child’s symptoms are controlled, your child should attend school. School personnel are trained to assist children with chronic illnesses and related health care requirements.

Child Doesn’t Want to go to School

Frequent crying, fear, anger, not wanting to socialize, behavior change, stomachache, nausea

(These can be signs of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, or fear)

 

YES

You should keep your child in school but try to determine what is causing the changes. Talk to school personnel and consult a health care provider. Your child may be experiencing bullying or trauma, may be behind in schoolwork or not getting along with others. Persistent Indicators of distress may require support from school person- nel or health care professionals.

 

Cold Symptoms

Stuffy nose/runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, mild sore throat, earache

 

YES

If your child can participate in school activities school should be attended.

Head Lice

Intense itching of the head; may feel like something is moving

 

YES

Your child can be in school if an initial treatment of shampooing of hair with a product for lice has been completed.

Menstrual Issues

 

YES

In most cases, menstrual issues (periods) can be managed at school. If severe pain is interfering with your child attending school, consult with a health care provider.

Strains, Sprains and Pains

 

YES

If there is no known injury and your child can function (walk, talk, eat), school should be attended. If pain is severe or doesn’t stop, consult a health care provider.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

The white of the eye is pink and there is a thick yellow/green discharge.

 

NO

If there is yellow/green discharge from the white of the eye, your child must be evaluated by a healthcare provider before returning to school. If diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis, the child should remain home while symptomatic or until 24 hours of antibiotic treatment has been completed.

Coughing

Severe, uncontrolled, rapid coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing

 

NO

Keep your child home and contact a health care provider. If symptoms are due to asthma, provide treatment according to your child’s Asthma Action Plan. When symptoms are controlled, send your child to school.

Diarrhea

Frequent, loose or watery stool may mean illness but can also be caused by food and medication

 

NO

Keep your child at home until their diarrhea has improved, they are not having accidents, and they are having no more than 2 bowel movements above what is normal for your child in a 24-hour period.

If there is blood in your child’s stool, see a healthcare provider before returning to school. If your child also has a fever, keep them home until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without medicine.

 

Fever

Fever usually means illness, especially if your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher as well as other symptoms like behavior change, rash, sore throat, vomiting etc.

NO

If your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher, keep them at home until his or her fever is below 100.4 for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication. If the fever does not go away after 2-3 days or is 102.0 or higher, consult with a health care provider.

Rash With Fever

 

NO

Keep your child home if they have a rash with a fever. If a rash spreads quickly, is not healing, or has open weeping wounds, you should keep your child at home and have your child seen by a health care provider.

Strep Throat

Sore throat, fever, stomachache, and red, swollen tonsils

 

NO

Keep your child at home for the first 12 hours after an antibiotic is begun. Your child may return to school when they have completed at least 12hours of antibiotic use, is fever free and symptoms are improving

Vomiting

Child has vomited 2 or more times in a 24-hour period. If vomiting is associated with diarrhea or fever, please reference the recommendations for those symptoms (diarrhea, fever). 

NO

Keep your child at home until their vomiting has stopped overnight and your child can keep food and liquids down in the morning.

This information is based upon recommended guidelines from reliable sources to include the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics, and Public Health Association. Materials developed by the Alameda County Public Health Department.

 

3 Hour Early Release Monday-October 28, 2024

Fairview’s next Early Release Monday is scheduled for Monday, October 28, 2024. Thank you to those that filled out the form for their Child(ren's) dismissal plan! If you need to make a change, please contact Meghan Ehrman at [email protected]. 

Attention FCPS Families!

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online. 

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. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. 

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 13. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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

Step 1: CLICK HERE or use the QR Code to be taken to SIS ParentVUE.

If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter. ​

Step 2. After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.

Step 3. Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page:

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please make sure to fill out a form for each of your children. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you see a green check next to each of their names on the final screen.

Robinson Pyramid

Translations: Spanish  Korean  Arabic  Chinese

Robinson has launched its first ever ONLINE spirit wear store and they have some NEW Robbie the Ram gear!  Check out this tee and hoodie along with other youth merch here -OR- go to their website at www.robinsonramsboosters.com to see all things Robinson.  

Questions??  Contact  [email protected].  

FCPS Updates Elementary School Language Arts Grading Updates

Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reports and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Please complete it as soon as possible.

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. 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.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

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).

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions at the final community conversation this fall. It will be held Wednesday, October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School. Click the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will host immunization clinics for any FCPS student age 18 or younger at Frost Middle School on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic. 

Students age 19 and older may access free immunizations at their middle/high school immunization clinic, the Fairfax County Health Department or through other community resources.

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Fairview on Social Media

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Celebrate the Fantastic Fairview Staff!

 

The nomination window is almost closed for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Fairview Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

 

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below.

 

Outstanding Teacher 

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

Outstanding New Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)                        

 

Outstanding Leader 

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

 

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

 

Outstanding Professional Employee 

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

 

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades

 

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

 

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

 

The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, October 25

If you have any questions, please contact Alisa Pappas at [email protected].

 

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 Upcoming Events

• October 28, 2024-Three-Hour Early Release Monday-12:55PM
• October 31, 2024-End of First Quarter (Two-Hour Early Release-1:55PM)
• October 28-31, 2024-Fairview's 125th Anniversary Spirit Week
• November 01, 2024-Holiday (Diwali)
• November 04, 2024-Student Holiday
• November 05, 2024-Student Holiday

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

We are thrilled to announce that the Fairview 125th Anniversary Celebration is just around the corner!

Join us for an evening filled with fun, festivities, and community spirit. The PTA will kick off the excitement with the Fall Festival - 125th Edition tomorrow, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

We can't wait to celebrate with you and create lasting memories. Mark your calendars and be part of this historic occasion!

Have a great weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Fairview News Fairview's 125th Anniversary Celebration

Fairview is excited to celebrate our 125th anniversary with a plethora of activities and events!

• Monday, October 28th– Fairview is 125 day. Wear your new Fairview 125 shirt!
  • We will be taking a group picture in the formation of the number 125 on this day in our shirts!
• Tuesday, October 29th -  Future Day. Dress up as you think a student would dress 125 years from now, or in an outfit representing your future career.
• Wednesday, October 30th – Historical Figure Day – Dress up as a historical figure
• Thursday, October 31st – Decades Day – Dress up from the decade of your choice!
  • This day we will also be hosting an assembly for all students.

Want to Volunteer?

We are looking for some assistance to prepare our in-school activities for the 125th student week of celebrations. Please reach out to Meghan Ehrman, [email protected], if you would like to participate in helping curate the museum, or if you know of someone who might be able to assist us with taking an ariel photo of all of our students and staff in their 125 shirts in the formation of the number 125.

Fairview Student Contests!

Fairview Elementary

Yearbook Cover Submissions

What: design a yearbook cover for the 2024-2025 school year.

When: submit the yearbook cover to Mrs. Lopez by October 25, 2024.

Rules

• Grades K-6 are allowed to submit
• The cover must have“Fairview Elementary School” and “2024-2025” on it
• Submissions will be voted on by the school
• The winner will be announced on the Morning news

Questions? Please contact Mrs. Lopez in the Library

Absences

Just a few missed days here and there, even if they’re excused absences, can add up to too much lost learning time and put your child behind in school. This is as true in kindergarten as it is in high school.

 

COMMUNICATE WITH THE SCHOOL

If your student will be out, please include the reason when you send the email, make the call, or contact Fairview though ParentVue.

 

Can My Child Go to School?

The recommendations below are for children 5 to 18 years of age. Recommendations may be different for infants and younger children. Recommendations may change if your child’s school has an outbreak. 

Symptoms and Illnesses

Can My Child Go to School?

Parent is Sick, Stressed, Hospitalized

YES

If you are sick, your child still needs to attend school. Your illness does not excuse your child from attending. Plan for these days. Ask a neighbor, relative or spouse to take your child to and from school.

 

Chronic Illnesses (Asthma, Diabetes, Sickle Cell, Epilepsy etc.)

Chronic illness is a long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured

YES

As long as your child’s symptoms are controlled, your child should attend school. School personnel are trained to assist children with chronic illnesses and related health care requirements.

Child Doesn’t Want to go to School

Frequent crying, fear, anger, not wanting to socialize, behavior change, stomachache, nausea

(These can be signs of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, or fear)

 

YES

You should keep your child in school but try to determine what is causing the changes. Talk to school personnel and consult a health care provider. Your child may be experiencing bullying or trauma, may be behind in schoolwork or not getting along with others. Persistent Indicators of distress may require support from school person- nel or health care professionals.

 

Cold Symptoms

Stuffy nose/runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, mild sore throat, earache

 

YES

If your child can participate in school activities school should be attended.

Head Lice

Intense itching of the head; may feel like something is moving

 

YES

Your child can be in school if an initial treatment of shampooing of hair with a product for lice has been completed.

Menstrual Issues

 

YES

In most cases, menstrual issues (periods) can be managed at school. If severe pain is interfering with your child attending school, consult with a health care provider.

Strains, Sprains and Pains

 

YES

If there is no known injury and your child can function (walk, talk, eat), school should be attended. If pain is severe or doesn’t stop, consult a health care provider.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

The white of the eye is pink and there is a thick yellow/green discharge.

 

NO

If there is yellow/green discharge from the white of the eye, your child must be evaluated by a healthcare provider before returning to school. If diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis, the child should remain home while symptomatic or until 24 hours of antibiotic treatment has been completed.

Coughing

Severe, uncontrolled, rapid coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing

 

NO

Keep your child home and contact a health care provider. If symptoms are due to asthma, provide treatment according to your child’s Asthma Action Plan. When symptoms are controlled, send your child to school.

Diarrhea

Frequent, loose or watery stool may mean illness but can also be caused by food and medication

 

NO

Keep your child at home until their diarrhea has improved, they are not having accidents, and they are having no more than 2 bowel movements above what is normal for your child in a 24-hour period.

If there is blood in your child’s stool, see a healthcare provider before returning to school. If your child also has a fever, keep them home until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without medicine.

 

Fever

Fever usually means illness, especially if your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher as well as other symptoms like behavior change, rash, sore throat, vomiting etc.

NO

If your child has a fever of 100.4 or higher, keep them at home until his or her fever is below 100.4 for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication. If the fever does not go away after 2-3 days or is 102.0 or higher, consult with a health care provider.

Rash With Fever

 

NO

Keep your child home if they have a rash with a fever. If a rash spreads quickly, is not healing, or has open weeping wounds, you should keep your child at home and have your child seen by a health care provider.

Strep Throat

Sore throat, fever, stomachache, and red, swollen tonsils

 

NO

Keep your child at home for the first 12 hours after an antibiotic is begun. Your child may return to school when they have completed at least 12hours of antibiotic use, is fever free and symptoms are improving

Vomiting

Child has vomited 2 or more times in a 24-hour period. If vomiting is associated with diarrhea or fever, please reference the recommendations for those symptoms (diarrhea, fever). 

NO

Keep your child at home until their vomiting has stopped overnight and your child can keep food and liquids down in the morning.

This information is based upon recommended guidelines from reliable sources to include the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics, and Public Health Association. Materials developed by the Alameda County Public Health Department.

 

3 Hour Early Release Monday-October 28, 2024

Fairview’s next Early Release Monday is scheduled for Monday, October 28, 2024. Thank you to those that filled out the form for their Child(ren's) dismissal plan! If you need to make a change, please contact Meghan Ehrman at [email protected]. 

Attention FCPS Families!

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online. 

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. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. 

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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

Step 1: CLICK HERE or use the QR Code to be taken to SIS ParentVUE.

If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter. ​

Step 2. After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.

Step 3. Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page:

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please make sure to fill out a form for each of your children. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you see a green check next to each of their names on the final screen.

Fairview PTA CELEBRATE WITH US - 125TH ANNIVERSARY FUNDRAISER
Join the community at the 125th Anniversary Fundraiser, on October 25th for a night of celebration, fun, and fellowship! Your support will make a lasting impact. Secure your spot at our anniversary event today. Tickets are selling fast! Robinson Pyramid

Translations: Spanish  Korean  Arabic  Chinese

Robinson has launched its first ever ONLINE spirit wear store and they have some NEW Robbie the Ram gear!  Check out this tee and hoodie along with other youth merch here -OR- go to their website at www.robinsonramsboosters.com to see all things Robinson.  

Questions??  Contact  [email protected].  

FCPS Updates Community Conversations

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is hosting a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click on a date below to register:

• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary School.
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle School.

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Immunizations

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will host immunization clinics for any FCPS student age 18 or younger at Frost Middle School on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic. 

Students age 19 and older may access free immunizations at their middle/high school immunization clinic, the Fairfax County Health Department or through other community resources.

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Fairview on Social Media

Want to see MORE pictures of what's going on at Fairview?  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram!

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 Upcoming Events

• October 14, 2024-Student Holiday (Indigenous Peoples’ Day)
• October 28, 2024-Three-Hour Early Release Monday-12:55PM
• October 31, 2024-End of First Quarter (Two-Hour Early Release-1:55PM)
• October 28-31, 2024-Fairview's 125th Anniversary Spirit Week
• November 01, 2024-Holiday (Diwali)
• November 04, 2024-Student Holiday
• November 05, 2024-Student Holiday

A Message from Principal Goldstein Fairview News

Dear Fairview Families,

We're halfway through the first quarter, and our teachers are dedicated to keeping you informed about your child's learning. Look out for invitations to parent-teacher conferences coming soon. These meetings will take place in late October and early November, providing an opportunity to discuss your child's progress. Don't forget that Monday, October 14 is a student holiday and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. 

Have a great weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Fairview's 125th Anniversary Celebration

Fairview is excited to celebrate our 125th anniversary with a plethora of activities and events!

• Monday, October 28th– Fairview is 125 day. Wear your new Fairview 125 shirt!
  • We will be taking a group picture in the formation of the number 125 on this day in our shirts!
• Tuesday, October 29th -  Future Day. Dress up as you think a student would dress 125 years from now, or in an outfit representing your future career.
• Wednesday, October 30th – Historical Figure Day – Dress up as a historical figure
• Thursday, October 31st – Decades Day – Dress up from the decade of your choice!
  • This day we will also be hosting an assembly for all students.

Want to Volunteer?

We are looking for some assistance to prepare our in-school activities for the 125th student week of celebrations. Please reach out to Meghan Ehrman, [email protected], if you would like to participate in helping curate the museum, or if you know of someone who might be able to assist us with taking an ariel photo of all of our students and staff in their 125 shirts in the formation of the number 125.

Fairview Student Contests!

Dear Falcons,

Would you like to design the front of a commemorative post card to honor our 125th anniversary?

Sincerely,

Mrs. Ehrman

All students may submit a postcard design to the front office by October 16, 2024 at 3:55PM!

Fairview Elementary Essay Contest

What: Write an essay about what school will be like in 125 years!

When: Submit your essay by October 16, 2024 by 3:55PM

Where: Submit your essay to the Front Office!

Rules: Open to all students in grades K-6; Has to answer the question: "What will school be like in 125 years?"; Will be judged based on: originality, clarity, structure, and how well it answers the question; Winners will get to read a portion of their essay in the assembly the week of Oct 28th!

Contact information: For more information, contact Mrs. Ehrman.

Fairview Elementary

Yearbook Cover Submissions

What: design a yearbook cover for the 2024-2025 school year.

When: submit the yearbook cover to Mrs. Lopez by October 25, 2024.

Rules

• Grades K-6 are allowed to submit
• The cover must have“Fairview Elementary School” and “2024-2025” on it
• Submissions will be voted on by the school
• The winner will be announced on the Morning news

Questions? Please contact Mrs. Lopez in the Library

Absences

Our goal here at Fairview is to make sure your child is learning and growing every day--even if it's for only part of the day! That being said, we understand that absences happen. When they do, please notify us! You can do this by email, phone, or through ParentVue. We also ask that you try to include the reason for the absence.

For more information on absences from FCPS, please see their Attendance Website.

3 Hour Early Release Monday-October 28, 2024

Fairview’s next Early Release Monday is scheduled for Monday, October 28, 2024. To help plan for each student’s dismissal, please complete the form below to indicate your child’s dismissal plan and method. The form must be completed for EVERY student, regardless of plans to dismiss at 12:55 or 3:55. Safety and supervision are of utmost importance and an accurate dismissal plan for each student ensures that they are dismissed at the correct time and location. Please complete this form by October 18th to indicate your child(ren)’s dismissal plan for Monday, October 28th. Thank you!

Fairview PTA CELEBRATE WITH US - 125TH ANNIVERSARY FUNDRAISER
Join the community at the 125th Anniversary Fundraiser, on October 25th for a night of celebration, fun, and fellowship! Your support will make a lasting impact. Secure your spot at our anniversary event today. Tickets are selling fast!

Please sign-up to make this event great: Fall Festival - 125th edition sign-up

Burke Community Robinson Pyramid

Translations: Spanish  Korean  Arabic  Chinese

Robinson has launched its first ever ONLINE spirit wear store and they have some NEW Robbie the Ram gear!  Check out this tee and hoodie along with other youth merch here -OR- go to their website at www.robinsonramsboosters.com to see all things Robinson.  

Questions??  Contact  [email protected].  

FCPS Updates

Celebrating the Power of School Lunches

Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers. 

This School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. Also, new menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback. 

Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? Nutrition Services now has printable menus.

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:

• Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary School.
• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary School.
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle School.

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on: 

• Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Transportation options are available.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Fairview on Social Media

Want to see MORE pictures of what's going on at Fairview?  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram!

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Celebrate the Fantastic Fairview Staff!

 

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Fairview Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

 

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below.

 

Outstanding Teacher 

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

Outstanding New Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)                        

 

Outstanding Leader 

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

 

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

 

Outstanding Professional Employee 

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

 

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades

 

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

 

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

 

The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, October 25

If you have any questions, please contact Alisa Pappas at [email protected].

 

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Upcoming Events

• AAP Referral Information Night-October 8, 2024 -- 5:30PM, Pod (enter through Door 1)
• Student Holiday (Indigenous Peoples’ Day)-October 14, 2024
• Three-Hour Early Release Monday-October 28, 2024
• End of First Quarter (Two-Hour Early Release)-October 31, 2024
• Fairview's 125th Anniversary Spirit Week- October 28-31, 2024
• Holiday (Diwali)-November 01, 2024
• Student Holiday-November 04, 2024
• Student Holiday-November 05, 2024

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

I want to thank all who attended and helped with our PTA Movie Night last Friday, September 27th! It was a great success and we can't wait for more opportunities to gather as a Falcon community. We look forward to collaborating with our PTA to celebrate Fairview's 125th anniversary this month!

Have a great weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

AAP Family Information Nights Full Time (Level IV) Screening

October 8th from 5:30-6:30 PM

This informational meeting will be held in the POD. The focus for this informational session is to explain the process for Full Time (Level IV) Services that take place in 3rd-6th Grades. This process will take place this school year for next year’s placements. We will discuss everything from the referral to the County Level Screening process. If you would like more information on this process, please plan to attend.

National Custodian Day

October 2, 2024 was National Custodian Day! On behalf of the entire Fairview community, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the incredible work our custodians do every day. Their dedication and hard work ensure that our school is a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all.

Thank you for the commitment to keeping our school running smoothly. We appreciate all that our custodians do!

World Teachers Day

On October 5, 2024 we celebrate World Teacher's Day! Thank you to all our Falcon Educators for everything you do for your students. We know that teaching is a difficult job; you all do it with passion and dedication. Your work has a lasting impact on your students' lives, and we are grateful for all that you do.

Happy World Teachers' Day!

National Principals Month

Fairview Principals,

As we celebrate National Principals Month, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering dedication and leadership. Your tireless efforts to create a positive and supportive learning environment for our students are truly commendable.

Your guidance, mentorship, and commitment to excellence inspire us all. Thank you for your unwavering support and for making a lasting impact on our school community.

With sincere appreciation,

The Fairview Falcon Community

Fairview News Fairview's 125th Anniversary Celebration

Fairview is excited to celebrate our 125th anniversary with a plethora of activities and events!

• Monday, October 28th– Fairview is 125 day. Wear your new Fairview 125 shirt – (parents – fill this google form out per child to give us their sizes)
  • We will be taking a group picture in the formation of the number 125 on this day in our shirts!
  • Thank you to those that have submitted sizes for your child, if you haven’t had a chance yet, please complete this google form ASAP!
• Tuesday, October 29th -  Future Day. Dress up as you think a student would dress 125 years from now, or in an outfit representing your future career.
• Wednesday, October 30th – Historical Figure Day – Dress up as a historical figure
• Thursday, October 31st – Decades Day – Dress up from the decade of your choice!
  • This day we will also be hosting an assembly for all students!

Fairview Student Contests!

Dear Falcons,

Would you like to design the front of a commemorative post card to honor our 125th anniversary?

Sincerely,

Mrs. Ehrman

All students may submit a postcard design to the front office by October 16, 2024 at 3:55PM!

Fairview Elementary Essay Contest

What: Write an essay about what school will be like in 125 years!

When: Submit your essay by October 16, 2024 by 3:55PM

Where: Submit your essay to the Front Office!

Rules: Open to all students in grades K-6; Has to answer the question: "What will school be like in 125 years?"; Will be judged based on: originality, clarity, structure, and how well it answers the question; Winners will get to read a portion of their essay in the assembly the week of Oct 28th!

Contact information: For more information, contact Mrs. Ehrman.

Scholastic Book Fair Fairview PTA ONLINE AUCTION IN PROGRESS! Don't miss out on the chance to secure time with your favorite teacher to autograph Washington Capitals items in the online auction! The bidding has begun and ends on October 9th! Grab your items before they're gone. CELEBRATE WITH US - 125TH ANNIVERSARY FUNDRAISER
Join the community at the 125th Anniversary Fundraiser, on October 25th for a night of celebration, fun, and fellowship! Your support will make a lasting impact. Secure your spot at our anniversary event today. Tickets are selling fast! Robinson Pyramid

Translations: Spanish  Korean  Arabic  Chinese

FCPS Updates

📚 Social Studies Basal Resources Review

FCPS is adopting Social Studies Basal Resources for the 2025-26 school year. Basal resources are the primary resources used to support instruction in a given subject. Public review of the instructional materials under consideration — which is part of the process for selecting new resources — is underway. Visit the Community Review webpage for more information on how to view the materials online or in person. 

All community feedback will be shared with School Board members before they vote to select materials in spring 2025. FCPS adopts basal resources by the process outlined in Regulation 3004.

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on: 

• Tuesday, October 8, 3-7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors. 

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Our final goal is Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation. We are preparing our students for a future that has yet to be imagined. We must give them the skills they will need to succeed. Watch this video to see students exploring and preparing for careers through Career and Technical Experience programs. See how Goal 5 is being put into practice.

 

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The excitement has begun! Our Fairview PTA silent auction is officially open, and now’s your chance to bid on amazing items and experiences. Every bid helps support our PTA fundraiser, so explore the catalog, place your bids, and join in the fun. Don’t wait—start bidding today and make a difference for our Fairview community!

 

Have questions email, Leighanne at [email protected].

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Upcoming Events

• AAP Overview Information Night-September 30, 2024
• Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)-October 03, 2024
• Student Holiday-October 04, 2024
• AAP Referral Information Night-October 8, 2024
• Student Holiday (Indigenous Peoples’ Day)-October 14, 2024
• Three-Hour Early Release Monday-October 28, 2024
• End of First Quarter (Two-Hour Early Release)-October 31, 2024
• Fairview's 125th Anniversary Spirit Week- October 28-31, 2024
• Holiday (Diwali)-November 01, 2024
• Student Holiday-November 04, 2024
• Student Holiday-November 05, 2024

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

Can you believe it’s almost October? This week, we celebrated our military-connected families and had a fantastic time connecting with our Falcon community. We’re excited to strengthen these relationships, knowing they positively impact our students, educators, and the school as a whole. Our first PTA event is tonight and we hope to see you all there!

Have a great weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

AAP Family Information Nights Continuum of Services

September 30th from 5:30-6:30PM

We are excited to host an information night on September 30th in the cafeteria to discuss the different levels of service available to all Fairview students. There will be information about what each of the levels of service are and what their service delivery looks like. We will also talk about how to advocate for your child to be reviewed for these services.

 

Full Time (Level IV) Screening

October 8th from 5:30-6:30 PM

This informational meeting will be held in the POD. The focus for this informational session is to explain the process for Full Time (Level IV) Services that take place in 3rd-6th Grades. This process will take place this school year for next year’s placements. We will discuss everything from the referral to the County Level Screening process. If you would like more information on this process, please plan to attend.

Lightspeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

•Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.

•Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.

•Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. We encourage families to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Fairview News Fairview's 125th Anniversary Celebration

Fairview is excited to celebrate our 125th anniversary with a plethora of activities and events!

• Monday, October 28th– Fairview is 125 day. Wear your new Fairview 125 shirt – (parents – fill this google form out per child to give us their sizes)
  • We will be taking a group picture in the formation of the number 125 on this day in our shirts!
  • Thank you to those that have submitted sizes for your child, if you haven’t had a chance yet, please complete this google form ASAP!
• Tuesday, October 29th -  Future Day. Dress up as you think a student would dress 125 years from now, or in an outfit representing your future career.
• Wednesday, October 30th – Historical Figure Day – Dress up as a historical figure
• Thursday, October 31st – Decades Day – Dress up from the decade of your choice!
  • This day we will also be hosting an assembly for all students!

Fairview Student Contests!

Dear Falcons,

Would you like to design the front of a commemorative post card to honor our 125th anniversary?

Sincerely,

Mrs. Ehrman

All students may submit a postcard design to the front office by October 16, 2024 at 3:55PM!

Fairview Elementary Essay Contest

What: Write an essay about what school will be like in 125 years!

When: Submit your essay by October 16, 2024 by 3:55PM

Where: Submit your essay to the Front Office!

Rules: Open to all students in grades K-6; Has to answer the question: "What will school be like in 125 years?"; Will be judged based on: originality, clarity, structure, and how well it answers the question; Winners will get to read a portion of their essay in the assembly the week of Oct 28th!

Contact information: For more information, contact Mrs. Ehrman.

Fairview PTA PTA Invites You to the 125th Anniversary Fundraiser Join us for a special anniversary fundraiser as we celebrate our school’s legacy and support its future. Enjoy an evening of fun, community, and giving back, with proceeds benefiting our students, staff, and programs. Let's make this milestone unforgettable while helping our school thrive for years! Learn more and RSVP!  FCPS Updates

🗓️ Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events

Good attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond.

When planning trips or family events, refer to the FCPS calendar and try to use weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.

When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence. 

Watch this video with tips on understanding the FCPS school year calendar and visit the Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

🎓 Help Your Student Prepare for the Future at College Fair and Postsecondary Nights

The annual FCPS College Fair will be held on Sunday, October 20, at George Mason University’s Eagle Bank Arena, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Approximately 220 colleges and universities will be represented, including two- and four-year schools and U.S. Service Academies. 

Following the fair, a two-night Postsecondary Virtual Event will be held on Monday, October 21, and Tuesday, October 22, from 5 to 8 p.m. Both events will help students be better prepared for the next chapter of their educational journey. Learn more about the college fair and postsecondary virtual event.

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:

• Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.
• Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary School.
• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary School.
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle School.

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 4: Equitable Access to Opportunities

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

The fourth goal ensures all students have the same access to opportunities, no matter what school they attend. This includes academics and other programs that inspire and engage students and allow them to explore their passions and talents. See how Goal 4 is being put into practice.

Gun Safety and Safe Gun Storage

Providing students and staff with a safe educational environment remains our priority. Sadly, gun violence continues to impact schools and communities across our nation.

In FCPS, lessons on gun safety are built into our curriculum. It is critical that parents and guardians talk to their children about the importance of gun safety and safe gun storage in their homes, and in any home they may visit. 

The FCPS website has gun safety resources as well as information about safety and security practices at schools. See Dr. Reid’s recent letter to the community for more resources. 

Safely Store Firearms and Medications

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has a limited supply of free locking medication boxes and trigger locks that fit a wide variety of firearms. Visit the Lock and Talk website to learn more.

 

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Dear Fairview Community,

 

Please join us in celebrating 125 incredible years of Fairview! Be a part of this special milestone by attending our Anniversary Fundraiser, where we’ll honor our rich history and invest in our bright future. Enjoy a night of fun, community, and giving back—all while supporting the programs that make Fairview a great place to learn and grow. 

Click Here to purchase your tickets today!

 

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Upcoming Events

• Three-Hour Early Release-September 23, 2024, Students will dismiss at 12:55 p.m.
• FLE Preview Night-September 24, 2024 on Zoom in Schoology!
• Blue Star Welcome Week-September 23th-27th
• AAP Overview Information Night-September 30, 2024
• Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)-October 03, 2024
• Student Holiday-October 04, 2024
• AAP Referral Information Night-October 8, 2024

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

This week we will have our first 3 hour Early Release Day on Monday, September 23, 2024. Students will be dismissed based on the response we have received from you. In addition, join us in celebrating our Second Blue Star Welcome Week! This week is dedicated to honoring and welcoming our military-connected families. We'll be wearing designated colors and shirts to show our support. Let's make this a week filled with warmth and welcome.

Have a great weekend!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Blue Star Welcome Week

What is Blue Star Welcome Week? 

Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community. 

Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 21 - September 29, 2024, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS 

• Monday, September 23rd: - Wear R.E.D. to Remember Everyone Deployed.
• Tuesday, September 24th -Show our support by wearing your favorite branch of the military shirt.
• Wednesday, September 25th- Let’s wear purple to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
• Thursday, September 26th- Wear camo day.
• Friday, September 27th- Together We Soar-wear Fairview colors or spirit wear.

AAP Family Information Nights Continuum of Services

September 30th from 5:30-6:30PM

We are excited to host an information night on September 30th in the cafeteria to discuss the different levels of service available to all Fairview students. There will be information about what each of the levels of service are and what their service delivery looks like. We will also talk about how to advocate for your child to be reviewed for these services.

 

Full Time (Level IV) Screening

October 8th from 5:30-6:30 PM

This informational meeting will be held in the POD. The focus for this informational session is to explain the process for Full Time (Level IV) Services that take place in 3rd-6th Grades. This process will take place this school year for next year’s placements. We will discuss everything from the referral to the County Level Screening process. If you would like more information on this process, please plan to attend.

Lightspeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

•Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.

•Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.

•Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. We encourage families to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Family Life Education (FLE)

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) offers a comprehensive Family Life Education (FLE) program.

FLE instruction begins in kindergarten and continues through grade 12. FLE includes topics in human growth and development and social and emotional health. FLE instruction helps students gain knowledge and skills needed to make healthy, responsible, and life-enhancing decisions related to relationships and their physical, emotional, and social health. Parents and guardians are partners in their child’s learning.

FLE instruction supports the development of strong families, positive relationships, and a healthy community. Parents and guardians can review FLE materials. Parents/guardians can access FLE lessons in Schoology using their SIS username and password. Due to copyright permissions, we are unable to stream all media titles online. Lessons and media are available for review at your child’s school. Lessons only are also available at the City of Fairfax Regional Library (this location does not have media).

A hard copy letter was sent home in Wednesday folders. If you wish to opt your child out please plan to fill out the letter. It will only need to be returned if you are choosing to opt your child out of any or all lessons.

FLE program descriptions and opt-out forms are available on the FCPS website.

• Elementary School https://www.fcps.edu/academics/elementary/family-life-education
• Middle School https://www.fcps.edu/academics/middle/family-life-education
• High School https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/family-life-education-fle

 

For information about when FLE instruction will take place, please contact your child’s teacher or school.

For questions about the FLE program, please contact Instructional Services at 571-423-4550 or email

[email protected].

Fairview News Fairview's 125th Anniversary

Falcon Families! The school is ordering a commemorative 125th T Shirt for every student! Please take a moment to complete this survey for each of your Falcons so we can get them the correct size. Thank you for helping us celebrate Fairview’s 125th anniversary!

In addition to buying shirts for all Fairview students and staff, Fairview Elementary is proud to host a spirit week with fun activities scheduled for the week of October 28th. We will culminate our week with an assembly for students to celebrate Fairview’s 125 years.

• Monday, October 28th– Fairview is 125 day. Wear your new Fairview 125 shirt – (parents – fill this google form out per child to give us their sizes)
  • We will be taking a group picture in the formation of the number 125 on this day in our shirts!
• Tuesday, October 29th -  Future Day. Dress up as you think a student would dress 125 years from now, or in an outfit representing your future career.
• Wednesday, October 30th – Historical Figure Day – Dress up as a historical figure
• Thursday, October 31st – Decades Day – Dress up from the decade of your choice!

Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

Fairview PTA

JOIN THE PTA 

  We are take pride in the programs we coordinate and develop that impact our community, teachers and the students, from Staff Appreciation to Family Fun Events.   But we can’t do it without the support and volunteering of our parents and teachers.   Join now! FCPS Updates Students to Be Surveyed on Social-Emotional Learning

FCPS is committed to supporting the mental wellness of all students. The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener helps our students share their perspectives on how their schools and communities support them and help them develop the skills they need to succeed.

The screener is offered to all students in grades 3 through 12 in the fall and spring. It addresses skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to plan programming for the division, schools, and individual students. 

After each screening, results will be available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who don’t have a ParentVUE account. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

Families who wish to opt their child out may do so by completing the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or SIS ParentVUE. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact our front office. 

Please note that the SEL Screener is not the same as the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey, which will take place later this fall.

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact Karen Fructuoso or Jill Corderman, our school counselors, to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Our third goal is for all students to achieve academic growth and excellence. We want our students to have the academic skills to be successful. For example, making sure they are readers by third grade and taking courses that challenge them throughout their education will help prepare them for lifelong success. See how Goal 3 is being put into practice.

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:

• Monday, September 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Newington Forest Elementary School.
• Monday, September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.
• Monday, October 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Fairhill Elementary School.
• Monday, October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Virginia Run Elementary School.
• Wednesday, October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School.

Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

We All Belong at School

Each one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school. 

Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

FCPS Trust Policy Supports Caring Culture

Fairfax County Public Schools is proud of its caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families. The FCPS Trust Policy solidifies this commitment and aligns with Fairfax County Goverment's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. It ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. Please visit FCPS’ Trust Policy webpage to learn more about the policy and regulation in multiple languages.

FCPS Fall AAP Newsletter

Amharic | Arabic | Chinese | English | Korean | Spanish | Urdu | Vietnamese

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Upcoming Events

• Three-Hour Early Release-September 23, 2024, Students will dismiss at 12:55 p.m.
• Blue Star Welcome Week-September 23th-27th
• AAP Overview Information Night-September 30, 2024
• Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)-October 03, 2024
• Student Holiday-October 04, 2024
• AAP Referral Information Night-October 8, 2024

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

Can you believe it's already the end of week four of school? Fall is right around the corner! As we adjust to the back-to-school rhythm, you might notice your child's answers to "How was your day?" becoming less detailed. To spark more meaningful conversations, try asking these questions instead:

• What made you smile today?
• What did you learn something new about today?
• Who did you play with today?
• Who did you help today?
• What are you most proud of today?
• What was challenging for you today?
• What are you excited to do again tomorrow?
• When were you happiest today?
• What's one thing that went well and one thing you'd like to improve on today?

Have a wonderful weekend!

 

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Blue Star Welcome Week

What is Blue Star Welcome Week? 

Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community. 

Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 21 - September 29, 2024, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS 

• Monday, September 23rd: - Wear R.E.D. to Remember Everyone Deployed.
• Tuesday, September 24th -Show our support by wearing your favorite branch of the military shirt.
• Wednesday, September 25th- Let’s wear purple to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
• Thursday, September 26th- Wear camo day.
• Friday, September 27th- Together We Soar-wear Fairview colors or spirit wear.

AAP Family Information Nights Continuum of Services

September 30th from 5:30-6:30PM

We are excited to host an information night on September 30th in the cafeteria to discuss the different levels of service available to all Fairview students. There will be information about what each of the levels of service are and what their service delivery looks like. We will also talk about how to advocate for your child to be reviewed for these services.

 

Full Time (Level IV) Screening

October 8th from 5:30-6:30 PM

This informational meeting will be held in the POD. The focus for this informational session is to explain the process for Full Time (Level IV) Services that take place in 3rd-6th Grades. This process will take place this school year for next year’s placements. We will discuss everything from the referral to the County Level Screening process. If you would like more information on this process, please plan to attend.

Lightspeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

•Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.

•Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.

•Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. We encourage families to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Fairview News Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

 

FCPS Updates Parent/Caregiver Checklist

✔️ Parent/Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?

We understand that the multiple school forms caregivers receive during the first weeks of school can feel overwhelming, but each one helps set your child up for a successful school year! If you do not have a SIS ParentVUE account, please contact the front offic for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage. 

🩹 Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to [SCHOOL NAME] front office. 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
• A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations. 

📋 Permission Forms

Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. See how to use the tool. 

Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Monday, September 30.

New Menu Items/Strategic Plan

🍽️Fueling Student Success: New Food Options Cooked up at FCPS

Students will have more than a dozen new options for lunch and breakfast in school cafeterias  starting this week. New menu items were either favorites at last year’s food show — including Korean BBQ wings, sweet Thai chili wings, chicken tikka masala, and barbacoa street tacos — or were tested with student focus groups and tastings. 

View our school menu to see all the new options and when they will become available. 

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, Empowered

The Office of Food and Nutrition Services' updates to lunch menus align with FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal #2 - Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered. The new menu options reflect the many voices and cultures represented around every FCPS lunch table!

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

As part of the second goal, we want each and every student to feel like they belong and have the support they need to thrive. See how Goal 2 is being put into practice. 

Community Conversations

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. 

The next event is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Newington Forest Elementary School. Click on the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Attendance

🤒 When a Student Should Stay Home From School

Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.

Help your child succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your child stays home if they are sick. Visit FCPS’ website for information on when to keep your child at home.

If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher so that support can be provided if needed. Also, keep an open line of communication with your school's public health staff.

Read about how families can help form good attendance habits. Attend today, achieve tomorrow! 

FCPS Fall AAP Newsletter

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Upcoming Events

• Picture Day!- September 12, 2024
• Three-Hour Early Release-September 23, 2024, Students will dismiss at 12:55 p.m.
• Blue Star Welcome Week-September 23th-27th
• AAP Information Night-September 30, 2024
• Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)-October 03, 2024
• Student Holiday-October 04, 2024
• AAP Information Night-October 8, 2024

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

What a fantastic week we've had! We were thrilled to see families at Back to School Night and learn about how our students are thriving and making great strides in their academics. We're so proud of their hard work and dedication.

Don't forget about our upcoming Picture Day on September 12th! Be sure to mark your calendars and get ready to capture some special memories.

Sincerely,

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Beautification Project

Thank you to the PTA and Brandon Rushing Lawn & Garden Care for the incredible landscaping  in front of Fairview! We appreciate your dedication and love for our school!

 

High Impact Tutor Needed!

Are you interesting in supporting Fairview as a High Impact Tutor? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can commit to working from 12-4pm daily with small groups of students on reading and math. While teaching or tutoring experience is preferred, we will provide training and materials. Tutors are paid at FCPS Hourly Band 13, which is $51.54. More information, including qualifications, can be found here: https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/become-high-impact-tutor

Picture Day! Blue Star Welcome Week

What is Blue Star Welcome Week? 

Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community. 

Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 21 - September 29, 2024, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS 

• Monday, September 23rd: - Wear R.E.D. to Remember Everyone Deployed.
• Tuesday, September 24th -Show our support by wearing your favorite branch of the military shirt.
• Wednesday, September 25th- Let’s wear purple to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
• Thursday, September 26th- Wear camo day.
• Friday, September 27th- Together We Soar-wear Fairview colors or spirit wear.

Fairview News Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

September 23-Three Hour Early Release Monday

To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/FU2TgKfthzUcE9RG7 for each of your children who are enrolled at Fairview Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

FCPS Updates

FCPS Fall AAP Newsletter

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2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities 

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30. 

You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R.

✨ 2023-30 Strategic Plan: Foundation of Four Pillars

While the five goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan focus on student success, the four pillars describe what FCPS must do well to reach our goals for all students:

• The first focus of the pillars is on teaching and learning. We want to make sure each and every student has access to excellent and inclusive learning environments, and that instruction meets students’ individual needs.
• The second pillar focuses on our connection with families and our communities. We cannot do this work alone. Strong partnerships are key to our students’ success.
• The third pillar is centered on our hiring and maintaining a world class, diverse workforce. We want to make sure our incredible employees have what they need to help our students thrive.
• The fourth and final pillar centers on how we bring this all together. We remain focused on creating a culture of equity, excellence, and accountability where data guides our decisions.

 

The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 1: Strong Start, Pre-K-12The 2023-30 strategic plan sets five main goals to create positive change in FCPS. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Each goal has an equity commitment — the promise we make to every student to support them in attaining these goals. Each goal also has several measures that allow us to track our progress.

The first goal in the strategic plan focuses on each and every student having a strong start in FCPS. Whether they're joining us in preschool or in high school, we want our students to be set up for success.See how Goal 1 is being put into practice.

Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

⚠️ Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned. 

If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.  

🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

• Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School 
• Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
• Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary 
• Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary 
• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary 
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle 

Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

Cell Phones Off, Learning On

Thank you for helping to support the FCPS cell phone policy by waiting to call or text your child about non-urgent matters until the school day is over. In case of an emergency, it is always best to contact the school’s front office to reach your child during class time. 

Visit the FCPS Cell Phone Policy webpage to read more about usage policies by grade level and to share your feedback on the current cell phone policy. 

🙋 Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

Fairview on Social Media

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Upcoming Events

• Back To School Night- September 04, 2024 at 5:30-6:00PM; 6:15-6:45PM
• Picture Day!- September 12, 2024
• Three-Hour Early Release-September 23, 2024, Students will dismiss at 12:55 p.m.

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

As we wrap up another fantastic week at Fairview, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the positive energy and commitment that our students, staff, and families bring to our school community. It has been a truly inspiring experience to witness firsthand the incredible work that is happening here every day.

We look forward to seeing all of our families at our Back to School Night event this Wednesday, September 4..

Sincerely,

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Meet some of our Fairview Falcons! Kaila Wise

My name is Kaila Wise and I am the new Assistant Principal at Fairview! I'm so excited to be apart of the Falcon Family. These past few weeks have been so welcoming and engaging. I have always been passionate about education and am excited to contribute to the continued success of Fairview Elementary. I believe in fostering a positive and supportive learning environment where students can thrive. I look forward to working together to create a wonderful school experience for our students.

Jill Corderman

I am Mrs. Jill Corderman and I’m so excited to be one of the school counselors this year at Fairview! I’m a career switcher. Before going back to school for my Master of Education in Counseling, I spent many years working for Sesame Street in NYC and PBS KIDS in Arlington, VA on the promotion and content side. I also spent a few years as an assistant preschool teacher, an FCPS substitute, and a counseling intern at Robinson Secondary, Cub Run ES and Terra Centre ES. I grew up in the New York metropolitan area, went to undergrad in New Hampshire and Scotland, and now live in Fairfax with my husband, three kids (currently ages 12, 14 and 16) and two rescue dogs. I’ve greatly appreciated the warm welcome from the staff and students and am looking forward to a great year ahead!

Jill Corderman – Counselor for Grades K, 1, 3, and 5

Karen Fructuoso

I am Mrs. Karen Fructuoso. I am in my second year as a school counselor at Fairview ES. I grew up in Virginia and attended Paul VI HS, George Mason University for undergrad, and VA Tech for my master’s in counseling. I have 3 children...2 boys (ages 20 and 17), one girl (age 13), and a mini Goldendoodle puppy. I love being a school counselor because I get to see students learn and grow in amazing ways. I look forward to working with your children and to having an amazing year together at Fairview!  Go FALCONS!!!

Karen Fructuoso – Counselor for Grades K, 2, 4, and 6

Back to School Night!

Fairview Elementary Back To School Night

September 4, 2024

Session 1: 5:30-6:00pm

Session 2: 6:15-6:45pm

*Session two will be a repeat of the first session for families who have more than one child.

• Meet the teacher
• Learn about curriculum
• Lear about classroom routines and expectations
• Sign up for volunteer opportunities
• Meet other families

Picture Day! Pick up Patrol (Dismissal)

This school year we will continue using PickUp Patrol  to help us track dismissals. PickUp Patrol (PUP) has saved us a great deal of time in the office, reduced classroom interruptions and provides you with a convenient way to make changes to your child’s dismissal plans. 

Most importantly, continuing to use it will help us ensure that our students are safely dismissed to their correct after-school destinations.

You should have received an email this week explaining how to log back into your account, or how to create a new one. If you are registered, please look at your child's default dismissal plan to ensure that it is accurate. If you are not registered, please follow the steps outlined in the email and create a default dismissal plan for your child.

Bus

Your ParentVUE account will show your child’s bus route number, the stop location, and estimated pick-up and drop-off times. With your ParentVUE account, you can activate the Here Comes the Bus app for tracking your child’s bus. You will need the FCPS school district code of 28982.

You should arrive at your bus stop ten minutes before your scheduled pick-up time since schedules may vary slightly from day to day.

Kiss and Ride

When using Kiss & Ride, you must enter from Burke Centre Parkway and use Door 2.

Walkers

Walkers enter at the playground, Door 5. All kindergarten students must be met at the door by the parent/guardian.

Fairview News Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

September 23-Three Hour Early Release Monday

To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/FU2TgKfthzUcE9RG7 for each of your children who are enrolled at Fairview Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

A Few Notes... Forgotten Items:

To minimize classroom disruptions, we will no longer be making calls to notify students when an item is dropped off at the office.

If your child forgets their water bottle, lunch, jacket, homework, etc., we encourage you to email their teacher to inform them of the drop-off. Please be aware that teachers may not see emails immediately, as they are focused on teaching throughout the day.

To ensure a smooth process, kindly label all items with your child's name and teacher.

Thank you for your cooperation and support.

 

Extra Clothes:

To help your child stay comfortable throughout the day, we recommend placing an extra set of clothing in their backpack. We do not have extra clothing items available in the office, and students often need a change of clothes after accidents, spills, or unexpected situations like wet playgrounds or split pants.

Having extra clothes on hand will save you a trip and ensure your child is prepared for any surprises.

 

Understanding the SIS Attendance Codes:

• EXC-Excused Absence; Examples: student illness, death in the family, medical procedure, injury, temporary student or family hardship, etc.
• UNX-Unexcused Absence; Absences in which student whereabouts are unknown
• UNL-Unexcused Locally Absence; Absences where student whereabouts are known or supported by the parent, but administration or local policy still deems the absence unexcused
  Examples: student shopping with parent; student and family away for vacation; student participating in other non-school activities during school hours.
• EXT-Excused Tardy; Student was not present in their classroom at the start of the school day (9:10), but has a valid reason for being late
• UNT-Unexcused Tardy; Student was not present in their classroom at the start of the school day (9:10) for an acceptable reason
• REL-Religious Holiday; Absence for religious holiday or cultural observance -parent notification required

PTA Updates Welcome Falcon Families!
The PTA is excited to kick off an exciting year for students and staff.  Please see the following announcements we have for you!

• New year school, new annual membership! Join or renew now! 
• First General Meeting will be Monday, Sept. 9th @ 7:00 pm in the Pod.
• Committee volunteers are needed. Learn more and sign up today!
• Spirit Wear is live and ready for purchasing! Don't miss it, you have till Sunday, Sept. 15th. 
• SAVE THE DATE for Friday, Oct. 25th as we celebrate Fairview turning 125 years!
• Join us to an evening of glamour, fun, and grown-up delights at a celebratory soirée hosted by the PTA at the Fairfax Country Club, from 6:00 - 10:00 pm. More details to come on ticket  purchasing. 

If you have any questions or want to learn more about the PTA, please email us at [email protected]. Fairview on Social Media

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Upcoming Events

• Holidays (Labor Day Break)- August 30, 2024 – September 02, 2024
• Back To School Night- September 04, 2024 at 5:30-6:00PM; 6:15-6:45PM
• Picture Day!- September 12, 2024
• Three-Hour Early Release-September 23, 2024, Students will dismiss at 12:55 p.m.

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

What a fantastic start to the school year! The energy and excitement in our halls have been truly inspiring. We’re thrilled to have everyone back and eager to learn.

As we settle into the school routine, our teachers are focused on creating a positive and supportive classroom environment. They’ll be sharing expectations and diving deep into their curriculum. This strong foundation will help every student feel confident and engaged.

Thank you for choosing Fairview for your child’s education. We’re excited about the year ahead and all the amazing things we’ll accomplish together!

We hope to see you at Back to School Night next week.

Sincerely,

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Literacy Updates

The Virginia Literacy Act (VLA) passed in 2022, set expectations that all students in Virginia receive core ELA literacy instruction grounded in scientifically-based reading research (SBRR) and evidence-based literacy instruction (EBLI).This week, Fairview teachers started using the new FCPS curriculum called Benchmark.

Benchmark Advance 2022 is a content-based literacy program that provides a cohesive structure for the development of literacy skills and content knowledge. Benchmark Advance’s instructional framework is built around knowledge strands that focus on one topic which runs across all grade levels. This allows students to build knowledge, language, and vocabulary across their entire elementary career. Topics of study are from social studies, science, and language arts.

We will continue to share information regularly as we implement this new program.

Back To School Night!

Fairview Elementary Back To School Night

September 4, 2024

Session 1: 5:30-6:00pm

Session 2: 6:15-6:45pm

*Session two will be a repeat of the first session for families who have more than one child.

• Meet the teacher
• Learn about curriculum
• Lear about classroom routines and expectations
• Sign up for volunteer opportunities
• Meet other families

Picture Day! Pick up Patrol (Dismissal)

This school year we will continue using PickUp Patrol  to help us track dismissals. PickUp Patrol (PUP) has saved us a great deal of time in the office, reduced classroom interruptions and provides you with a convenient way to make changes to your child’s dismissal plans. 

Most importantly, continuing to use it will help us ensure that our students are safely dismissed to their correct after-school destinations.

You should have received an email this week explaining how to log back into your account, or how to create a new one. If you are registered, please look at your child's default dismissal plan to ensure that it is accurate. If you are not registered, please follow the steps outlined in the email and create a default dismissal plan for your child.

Bus

Your ParentVUE account will show your child’s bus route number, the stop location, and estimated pick-up and drop-off times. With your ParentVUE account, you can activate the Here Comes the Bus app for tracking your child’s bus. You will need the FCPS school district code of 28982.

You should arrive at your bus stop ten minutes before your scheduled pick-up time since schedules may vary slightly from day to day.

Kiss and Ride

When using Kiss & Ride, you must enter from Burke Centre Parkway and use Door 2.

Walkers

Walkers enter at the playground, Door 5. All kindergarten students must be met at the door by the parent/guardian.

Fairview News Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/FU2TgKfthzUcE9RG7 for each of your children who are enrolled at Fairview Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

A Few Notes... Forgotten Items:

To minimize classroom disruptions, we will no longer be making calls to notify students when an item is dropped off at the office.

If your child forgets their water bottle, lunch, jacket, homework, etc., we encourage you to email their teacher to inform them of the drop-off. Please be aware that teachers may not see emails immediately, as they are focused on teaching throughout the day.

To ensure a smooth process, kindly label all items with your child's name and teacher.

Thank you for your cooperation and support.

 

Extra Clothes:

To help your child stay comfortable throughout the day, we recommend placing an extra set of clothing in their backpack. We do not have extra clothing items available in the office, and students often need a change of clothes after accidents, spills, or unexpected situations like wet playgrounds or split pants.

Having extra clothes on hand will save you a trip and ensure your child is prepared for any surprises.

 

Understanding the SIS Attendance Codes:

• EXC-Excused Absence; Examples: student illness, death in the family, medical procedure, injury, temporary student or family hardship, etc.
• UNX-Unexcused Absence; Absences in which student whereabouts are unknown
• UNL-Unexcused Locally Absence; Absences where student whereabouts are known or supported by the parent, but administration or local policy still deems the absence unexcused
  Examples: student shopping with parent; student and family away for vacation; student participating in other non-school activities during school hours.
• EXT-Excused Tardy; Student was not present in their classroom at the start of the school day (9:10), but has a valid reason for being late
• UNT-Unexcused Tardy; Student was not present in their classroom at the start of the school day (9:10) for an acceptable reason
• REL-Religious Holiday; Absence for religious holiday or cultural observance -parent notification required

PTA Updates FCPS Updates

Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from our school and FCPS by adding your cell phone number and email to SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon. 

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to our front office

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. You can easily opt your child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. You may also change how your student’s information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool. 

Submit Absences

Parents/caregivers can submit up to two full-day absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Absences longer than two days, partial day absences, and changes of transportation should still be reported to our front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact our front office for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage. 

 

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses. 

If your student’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at 703-249-7000 with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.

🔍 Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites their child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to our school’s front office. 

If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, you may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form. 

Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website. 

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Upcoming Events

• School Begins - First Day of School-August 19, 2024 9:10 AM-3:55 PM (doors open at 8:55 AM)
• Holidays (Labor Day Break)- August 30, 2024 – September 02, 2024
• Back To School Night- September 04, 2024 at 5:30-6:00PM; 6:15-6:45PM

A Message from Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

We were absolutely delighted by the fantastic turnout at our Open House! It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and welcome new families to our school community. Your enthusiasm and support mean the world to us.

This year promises to be filled with exciting learning opportunities, fun events, and a strong sense of community. To help you prepare for a smooth start, we've included important back-to-school details below. Let's embark on this new adventure together!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Upcoming Events

First Day of School

The first day of school is Monday, August 19 for the 2024-25 school year. Our doors will open at 8:55 AM.

The school day begins at 9:10 AM and students are expected to be in their classrooms, seated and ready to learn.  Daily announcements and instruction will begin promptly at 9:10 AM.  Student dismissal begins at 3:55 PM when students begin to move to their dismissal location. 

• Students should not arrive to school prior to 8:55 AM
• Families are invited to walk their children to class on the first day of school.
• Students who enter the building on or after 9:10 AM are considered tardy and must be walked in by an adult and signed in.   We ask that all students able to ride the bus or walk to school do so to avoid a back-up in the Kiss-and-Ride loop.

Pick up Patrol (Dismissal)

This school year we will continue using PickUp Patrol  to help us track dismissals. PickUp Patrol (PUP) has saved us a great deal of time in the office, reduced classroom interruptions and provides you with a convenient way to make changes to your child’s dismissal plans. 

Most importantly, continuing to use it will help us ensure that our students are safely dismissed to their correct after-school destinations.

You should have received an email this week explaining how to log back into your account, or how to create a new one. If you are registered, please look at your child's default dismissal plan to ensure that it is accurate. If you are not registered, please follow the steps outlined in the email and create a default dismissal plan for your child.

Bus

Your ParentVUE account will show your child’s bus route number, the stop location, and estimated pick-up and drop-off times. With your ParentVUE account, you can activate the Here Comes the Bus app for tracking your child’s bus. You will need the FCPS school district code of 28982.

You should arrive at your bus stop ten minutes before your scheduled pick-up time since schedules may vary slightly from day to day.

Kiss and Ride

When using Kiss & Ride, you must enter from Burke Centre Parkway and use Door 2.

Walkers

Walkers enter at the playground, Door 5. All kindergarten students must be met at the door by the parent/guardian.

Fairview News Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/FU2TgKfthzUcE9RG7 for each of your children who are enrolled at Fairview Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

School Supply Lists

Please find the supply list for your student's grade on our website! School Supply List

FCPS Updates

📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our 703-503-3700. text.

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents and caregivers to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available: a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.

Get more information and view the 2024-25 Opt-Out Booklets.

Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to a school’s front office. 

If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, families may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form. 

Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website.

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Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year Upcoming Events

• Welcome Email from Teacher- August 14, 2024 at 3:30PM
• Open House- August 16, 2024; Kindergarten Only 10:30-11:30AM; Grades 1-6 1-2:30PM
• School Begins - First Day of School-August 19, 2024 9:10 AM-3:55 PM (doors open at 8:55 AM)
• Holidays (Labor Day Break)- August 30, 2024 – September 02, 2024
• Back To School Night- September 04, 2024 at 5:30-6:00PM; 6:15-6:45PM

A Message Principal Goldstein

Dear Fairview Families,

We can’t wait to kick off the 2024-2025 school year with you! Whether you’re a familiar face or joining the Fairview family for the first time, we’re thrilled to have you.

Get ready for an amazing year filled with new adventures, learning opportunities, and exciting events. To help you prepare, we’ve included some important beginning of the year details below.

We can’t wait to see you!

Samantha Goldstein

Principal

Fairview Elementary

Upcoming Events

Open House

August 16, 2024

Kindergarten ONLY

10:30-11:30AM

Grades 1-6

1:00-2:30 PM

Join us for popsicles on the playground after each session

Come meet your teacher, explore your classroom, reunite with old friends, and make new ones!

Drop off your school supplies or, if you ordered from the PTA, they will be in the classroom.

Please note that our clinic will also be open for families to drop off medication.

First Day of School

First Day of School

The first day of school is Monday, August 19 for the 2024-25 school year. Our doors will open at 8:55 AM.

The school day begins at 9:10 AM and students are expected to be in their classrooms, seated and ready to learn.  Daily announcements and instruction will begin promptly at 9:10 AM.  Student dismissal begins at 3:55 PM when students begin to move to their dismissal location. 

• Students should not arrive to school prior to 8:55 AM
• Families are invited to walk their children to class on the first day of school.
• Students who enter the building on or after 9:10 AM are considered tardy and must be walked in by an adult and signed in.   We ask that all students able to ride the bus or walk to school do so to avoid a back-up in the Kiss-and-Ride loop.

Pick up Patrol (Dismissal)

This school year we will continue using PickUp Patrol  to help us track dismissals. PickUp Patrol (PUP) has saved us a great deal of time in the office, reduced classroom interruptions and provides you with a convenient way to make changes to your child’s dismissal plans. 

Most importantly, continuing to use it will help us ensure that our students are safely dismissed to their correct after-school destinations.

We will send out more information next week to help you set up your account!

Fairview News Parent Toolkit- Parent Action Required

The following are some yearly action items for all parents to complete. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

• Parent Consent Forms*
• Emergency Care Information*
• Lunch Information--My School Bucks*
• Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Applications Available*
• Parent Vue
• Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
• Schoology
• Student Rights & Responsibilities*
• Transportation--Pickup Patrol*

To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/FU2TgKfthzUcE9RG7 for each of your children who are enrolled at Fairview Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

School Supply Lists

Please find the supply list for your student's grade on our website! School Supply List

FCPS Updates Welcome Back!

• We’re Eager to Welcome You Back-to School!

As summer winds down, our school and staff are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Before the first day of school, make sure you have completed the following: 

• Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Parents/caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. Contact the school registrar, Sarah Fuller, if you need a code. 

Once you have activated a SIS 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 SIS ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating an account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE. 

• Update Your Contact Information

To be sure you receive important information from your schools, update your phone numbers and/or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.

• Update Immunizations and Records

Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. Please log in to SIS ParentVUE to see what immunizations your child has recorded. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services.

Remember to request your child’s immunization record and bring that to the school’s front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website. 

• Prepare for Meals at School 

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students. 

The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. 

• Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced MealsThe application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.

• 🔖 Bookmark the School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:

• Days marked with a blue “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
• Days marked with an orange “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days. 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

Note: Some holidays and observances, such as Eid al-Fitr, may shift and the calendar may be adjusted. 

Attendance Reporting in ParentVUE

• New Feature in ParentVUE: Report Full-Day Absences 

Starting on the first day of school, Monday, August 19, parents/caregivers can submit full-day absences through FCPS’ SIS ParentVUE platform. This will make reporting and tracking absences easier for our school.

Parents/caregivers may report absences by using ParentVUE or by contacting the front office. Please find important details below:

• How to Use ParentVUE: Log in to your ParentVUE account and select “Report Absence.” 
• More Ways to Report: Call our front office at (703) 503-3737, or email us at [email protected], for absences longer than two days, late arrivals, and early dismissals.
• Where to Get Help: Visit FCPS’ Attendance Reporting webpage for step-by-step instructions. 

If you need to set up a ParentVUE account or have questions, please contact our front office at (703) 503-3700. They will provide you with an “activation key” and instructions to create a ParentVUE account. We are excited to see your student on August 19!

Limited Early Release Mondays

• Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools: Steering Committee Update

As a reminder, FCPS elementary schools will have limited early release Mondays during the upcoming school year. The goal is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for the Virginia Literacy Act.

You can help us with planning for the seven early release Mondays. Please check your email for a short survey from us asking if your child will leave at the early release time on these days or remain at school until the standard dismissal time. Your response will help us in planning activities for students who will need to stay at school until regular dismissal time.

We realize there are many details for us to finalize before our first early release Monday in mid-September. Thank you for your patience, we strive to create a positive and successful experience for students, families, and teachers. 

Early release Mondays for our school include:

• September 23
• October 28
• November 25
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Learn more about Early-Release Mondays.

Webinars for Families

• Free Workshops for Families

Parents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).

In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.

Varsity Tutors

• 📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors. 

 

Fairview on Social Media

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5815 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  |  Main Phone: 703.503.3700
Attendance: 703.503.3737 | Web | Twitter