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Monday, March 31, is a holiday this year for Eid al-Fitr. All schools and offices will be closed.
Schools are closed for students on Tuesday, April 1, for for a teacher workday.
🗓️See the complete school year calendar.🗓️
We look forward to seeing everyone back on Wednesday, April 2nd!2708 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Main Office: 703-561-2900
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**UPDATED LINK!!**The link from the Floris Family Message to submit a subject specific or part-time AAP services referral form was incorrect.
Link has been corrected below!
AAP InformationIf you are interested in having your child screened for subject specific AAP services or Part-Time AAP services for the 25-26 School Year:
Please submit the Subject Specific and Part-Time AAP Services Referral Form to Katie Pickett [email protected] (Grades K, 2, 4) or Amy Albanese [email protected] (Grades 1, 3, 5) by no later than April 15, 2025.
***If you submitted a full-time referral for your child and they are found ineligible for full-time services, we will automatically screen them for part-time services. You do not need to submit additional information to have them screened.
For more information about the different levels of service, please refer to the AAP spring newsletter article - AAP Spring Newsletter ES. Please do not hesitate to reach out to either Katie or Amy with any AAP related questions.
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Infant and Toddler Resources
Dear Floris Community,
What an amazing year it has been! We are so grateful for the unwavering support, enthusiasm, and participation of all our PTA members. Together, we've made a lasting impact on our school community, and we couldn’t have achieved it without each of you. The positive energy and dedication from our PTA have been instrumental in fostering both the academic growth and mental well-being of our students. We’ve seen firsthand how much the PTA has contributed to creating a joyful and inclusive environment for all.
As we look ahead to next year, we want to keep that momentum going and continue making a meaningful difference for our students and the entire Floris community. The PTA has truly played a key role in building a culture of joy and support, and we would love to see that continue and grow.
To do so, we are reaching out to ask for a volunteer to step into the crucial roles of PTA President and Recording Secretary for the upcoming school year. We are thrilled to announce that Kseniya Strasburg has been voted in as the Treasurer, and we are excited to work alongside her. However, in order to continue the important work we’ve started, we still need to fill the positions of President and Secretary.
These leadership roles provide an incredible opportunity to shape the future of our school community, build relationships with parents, staff, and students, and make a lasting impact on the overall well-being of everyone at Floris. Whether you’re already deeply involved or looking for a way to contribute, stepping into one of these positions can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience.
If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about the roles and responsibilities, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our current PTA President, Katie Sullivan, or to Mr. DeSmyter or Mr. Gibbs. We are more than happy to provide details and offer guidance. We truly hope someone will consider stepping up to take on this leadership opportunity so we can continue to support our students and create a positive, thriving school environment.
Thank you for your continued dedication to Floris, and we look forward to hearing from anyone interested in making a difference!
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🎉 Join us for a SPIRIT DAY/NIGHT at Bricks and Minifigs on April 1st from 3-8pm (teacher workday) and April 2nd from 5-8pm
🏫Schoolwide assembly on April 11 (students only, during school hours)
🌎International Night is April 30. Learn more and sign-up here!
🧪Congratulations to all the scientists at the Science Fair - great job!
Thank you to all who donated to the 4th grade snack pack service project. Read more about the program here.
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
📕Yearbooks on Sale Now! 📕👉👉You can order the Floris Yearbook from 🔗this direct link 🔗👈👈
We can expect our yearbooks to arrive from Walsworth at the end of May and they will be distributed to students in June! Thank you!
AAP InformationIf you are interested in having your child screened for subject specific AAP services or Part-Time AAP services for the 25-26 School Year:
Please submit the Subject Specific and Part-Time AAP Services Referral Form to Katie Pickett [email protected] (Grades K, 2, 4) or Amy Albanese [email protected] (Grades 1, 3, 5) by no later than April 15, 2025.
***If you submitted a full-time referral for your child and they are found ineligible for full-time services, we will automatically screen them for part-time services. You do not need to submit additional information to have them screened.
For more information about the different levels of service, please refer to the AAP spring newsletter article - AAP Spring Newsletter ES. Please do not hesitate to reach out to either Katie or Amy with any AAP related questions.
Next Steps in the Budget ProcessThe next steps in the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process include the School Board presenting the budget to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 22. The Board of Supervisors will then conduct public hearings Tuesday, April 22, through Thursday, April 24. Community members can submit testimony or sign up to speak.
Visit the county government website to view the Fairfax County FY 2026 Advertised Budget. The community is also invited to complete an online survey to provide feedback on the county’s FY 2026 Advertised Budget.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process.
Help and Resources for Infants, Toddlers, and Their FamiliesAre you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child's development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas:
Learn more about typical developmental milestones.
The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) is the state’s early intervention system for infants and toddlers (0-36 months) with disabilities and their families. ITC provides evaluations and services for children who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.
Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30).
FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to contact 571-423-4121 with questions or to make a referral.
✨ Helping students meet the criteria for kindergarten readiness is Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan.
🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and FunWe’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our webpages! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS! Click here to register!
2025 CTE SUMMER ENRICHMENT
Create | Explore | Learn
Tech Adventure Camp
Current kindergarten through 5th grade students will explore the exciting program areas in Career and Technical Education (CTE) including Business/Marketing, Family + Consumer Sciences, Health + Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades.
Weekly Themes
July 7 - 11: Let’s Get Messy!
July 14 - 18: Crazy, Cool Careers
July 21 - 25: Exploring the Enchanted
For more information or to register, please visit the Tech Adventure Camp website: bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
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CTE Summer Academy
Current 6th through 11th grade students will choose 4 classes each week and dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and explore careers.
We have course options for all CTE program areas. Classes and schedule can be found on our website! Classes offered through CTE Summer Academy are introductory and do not require previous knowledge of the content.
For more information or to register, please visit the CTE Summer Academy website: bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
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Program Details
Cost - $275 per week
Dates - July 7 - 11; July 14 - 18; and July 21 - 25
Time - 8:30 am to 2 pm *Early drop off is available!
Location - Lake Braddock SS
Transportation from select FCPS schools is provided!
READY TO REGISTER? GO ONLINE NOW!
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. ReidYour voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, April 7 at Greenbriar West Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearMarch 28: End of 3rd Quarter
March 31: Eid Holiday, No School
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
May 2: K-2 Field Day
May 8: 5th Grade Science SOL
May 12: 5th and 6th Grade Reading SOL
May 13: 3rd and 4th Grade Reading SOL
May 15: 5th and 6th Grade Math SOL
May 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math SOL
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Bus Stop Arm Camera
Dear Floris Community,
Thank you so much for attending the PTA meeting last night! Mr. Gibbs and I were thrilled to have the opportunity to share our midyear data with you, and we are excited to report that there is so much to celebrate. We are on track to meet and even exceed our school goals for this year, and we are looking forward to finishing the school year with excellence!
If you’d like to preview the presentation from last night’s meeting, you can access it here:Read our midyear report from Wednesday's PTA meeting.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🍎Sign up to donate to the 4th grade snack pack service project. Read more about the program here.
🧪Science Fair is next week Wednesday, 3/26 at 6:30 PM. Please come to see what our budding scientists have discovered!
🏫Schoolwide assembly on April 11 (students only, during school hours)
🌎International Night is April 30. Learn more and sign-up here!
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
AAP InformationIf you are interested in having your child screened for subject specific AAP services or Part-Time AAP services for the 25-26 School Year:
Please submit the Subject Specific and Part-Time AAP Services Referral Form to Katie Pickett [email protected] (Grades K, 2, 4) or Amy Albanese [email protected] (Grades 1, 3, 5) by no later than April 15, 2025.
For more information about the different levels of service, please refer to the AAP spring newsletter article - AAP Spring Newsletter ES. Please do not hesitate to reach out to either Katie or Amy with any AAP related questions.
📕Yearbooks on Sale Now! 📕👉👉You can order the Floris Yearbook from 🔗this direct link 🔗👈👈
We can expect our yearbooks to arrive from Walsworth at the end of May and they will be distributed to students in June! Thank you!
FCPS Budget — Our Students Deserve the BestMore than $240 million of FCPS’ Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget is dedicated to increasing compensation for our teachers and staff to stay competitive and reduce turnover. Currently, FCPS ranks fifth out of eight neighboring districts in regards to starting salary for teachers with a master’s degree.
Our families expect — and our students deserve — the best teachers.
Next Steps in the Budget Process
The next steps in the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process include the School Board presenting the budget to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 22, and then the Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings Tuesday, April 22, through Thursday, April 24. Community members can submit testimony or sign up to speak.
Visit the county government website to view the Fairfax County FY 2026 Advertised Budget. The community is also invited to complete an online survey to provide feedback on the county’s FY 2026 Advertised Budget.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process.
🛑 Cameras Installed on School Bus Stop ArmsCameras have been installed on the stop arms of 50 FCPS school buses. These cameras will be used to identify drivers who pass stopped school buses while children are entering and exiting the bus (called a “stop arm violation”).
Warnings for drivers will begin on Wednesday, April 9. After a 30-day warning period, citations will begin to be issued on Monday, May 12.
According to Virginia law, drivers must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights on and their stop signs extended. Motorists should stop when approaching from any direction (unless there is a barrier or median separating their lane from where the bus is stopped). They should remain stopped until everyone is clear and the bus is moving.
We appreciate our law enforcement partners for working with us to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Read more information about the stop arm cameras and all of the ways that we work with our county partners to keep students safe on their way to and from school.
🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and FunWe’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our webpages! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS! Click here to register!
2025 CTE SUMMER ENRICHMENT
Create | Explore | Learn
Tech Adventure Camp
Current kindergarten through 5th grade students will explore the exciting program areas in Career and Technical Education (CTE) including Business/Marketing, Family + Consumer Sciences, Health + Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades.
Weekly Themes
July 7 - 11: Let’s Get Messy!
July 14 - 18: Crazy, Cool Careers
July 21 - 25: Exploring the Enchanted
For more information or to register, please visit the Tech Adventure Camp website: bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
____________________________________________________
CTE Summer Academy
Current 6th through 11th grade students will choose 4 classes each week and dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and explore careers.
We have course options for all CTE program areas. Classes and schedule can be found on our website! Classes offered through CTE Summer Academy are introductory and do not require previous knowledge of the content.
For more information or to register, please visit the CTE Summer Academy website: bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
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Program Details
Cost - $275 per week
Dates - July 7 - 11; July 14 - 18; and July 21 - 25
Time - 8:30 am to 2 pm *Early drop off is available!
Location - Lake Braddock SS
Transportation from select FCPS schools is provided!
READY TO REGISTER? GO ONLINE NOW!
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. ReidYour voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, April 7 at Greenbriar West Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearMarch 28: End of 3rd Quarter
March 31: Eid Holiday, No School
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
May 2: K-2 Field Day
May 8: 5th Grade Science SOL
May 12: 5th and 6th Grade Reading SOL
May 13: 3rd and 4th Grade Reading SOL
May 15: 5th and 6th Grade Math SOL
May 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math SOL
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Dear Floris Community,
This is a friendly reminder that we will have an Early Release tomorrow Monday, March 17th!
If there are any updates or changes to how your child will be going home tomorrow (compared to previous Early Release plans), please notify both your child’s teacher and the front office as soon as possible. If no changes are communicated, we will assume your child will follow the same dismissal plan as the last Early Release on February 24th.
Your timely communication will help ensure a smooth and efficient dismissal process for everyone.
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal
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Dear Floris Community,
Spring is officially here and while we might still be adjusting to the time change our students are already embracing the warmer weather! This week, they’ve been excited to get outside and soak up the sunshine, even if some of them might still be trying to figure out how to function on that “lost hour” of sleep.
As we quickly approach the end of the quarter, we’re excited to reflect on all the progress our students have made. It’s hard to believe we’re already this far into the year!
A quick reminder: Monday is our next early release day, so please plan accordingly. Also, don’t forget about our PTA meeting on March 19th – we’ll be discussing our Midyear school data, and there’s a lot to talk about. We’d love to see you there!
Enjoy the wonderful warmth this weekend!
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🍎Sign up to donate to the 4th grade snack pack service project. Read more about the program here.
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
📕Yearbooks on Sale Now! 📕👉👉You can order the Floris Yearbook from 🔗this direct link 🔗👈👈
We can expect our yearbooks to arrive from Walsworth at the end of May and they will be distributed to students in June! Thank you!
Developing a Strong Academic Foundation, Curiosity, and Joy for LearningThe FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.
A strong start for every student is Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan. Pre-K classrooms are making a difference in our community. In this video, we explore the importance of bringing children under the age of five together, regardless of abilities.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Advertised Budget. View the Budget Development Calendar to stay up to date and learn about opportunities to provide feedback to Fairfax County and FCPS.
💬 Share Your Input on the County Budget
The Fairfax County government presented its Fiscal Year 2026 Advertised Budget Plan to the Board of Supervisors on February 18. The community is invited to share feedback through an online survey, email, phone calls, or by attending Budget Town Hall meetings.
Preparing for Tough Conversations With TeensDiscussing tough topics like fentanyl and other drugs can feel challenging — no matter how close you are with your child. Explain to your teen that it’s important to learn about fentanyl so they know what to do if a friend overdoses. Prepare in advance with the tips below:
Visit our website for more information on how to Become Unskippable with your teens.
🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and FunRegistration will be available soon for summer camps offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore activities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes.
For more information, see the Summer Learning page.
Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education ProgramsFCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors ages 6 weeks to 4 years living in Fairfax County.
Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children 3 years old by September 30. Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from expectant mothers and for children 6 weeks to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, however, space is limited and provided based on need, not “first come, first serve.” Applications are accepted online, by email, by postal mail, or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearMarch 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
March 31: Eid Holiday, No School
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
May 2: K-2 Field Day
May 8: 5th Grade Science SOL
May 12: 5th and 6th Grade Reading SOL
May 13: 3rd and 4th Grade Reading SOL
May 15: 5th and 6th Grade Math SOL
May 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math SOL
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Dear Floris Community,
This is a friendly reminder that we will have an Early Release on Monday, March 17th!
If there are any updates or changes to how your child will be going home tomorrow (compared to previous Early Release plans), please notify both your child’s teacher and the front office as soon as possible. If no changes are communicated, we will assume your child will follow the same dismissal plan as the last Early Release on February 24th.
Your timely communication will help ensure a smooth and efficient dismissal process for everyone.
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal
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Become Unskippable - Fentanyl Awareness Campaign
Dear Floris Community,
We're thrilled to share that February was a success when it came to attendance! This month, we began sending home certificates to students with perfect attendance, for the month, which you will see in Friday folders tomorrow.
Thank you for your partnership in ensuring your children are present and ready to learn. Regular attendance is crucial for academic success, and we appreciate your efforts in making it a priority.
We look forward to celebrating more perfect attendance achievements in the months to come!
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🧪Science Fair registration is open! Sign up here!
🍎Sign up to donate to the 4th grade snack pack service project. Read more about the program here.
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
📕Yearbooks on Sale Now! 📕👉👉You can order the Floris Yearbook from 🔗this direct link 🔗👈👈
We can expect our yearbooks to arrive from Walsworth at the end of May and they will be distributed to students in June! Thank you!
📖 Supporting Academic Growth and Reading on Level by Third GradeThe FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.
Across FCPS, teachers, staff, parents, and even older students are invested in helping our youngest learners grow their love of reading from a strong foundation.
The goal is for students to move from “learning to read” to “reading to learn” by the end of the third grade. Reading on grade level is connected to other Strategic Plan goals, including completing advanced coursework and graduating on time.
Last fall, FCPS introduced a new reading curriculum that emphasized the science of reading. Between fall and winter, reading screener results show more than a 4% increase in the number of students in kindergarten to third grade approaching or meeting expectations. Similarly, 3.4% more third graders demonstrate strong foundations of reading and 8.4% more third graders are mastering grade-level standards.
Discover how an elementary school employs a science-based approach, including phonics, to supercharge students' reading.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Advertised Budget. View the Budget Development Calendar to stay up to date.
🗣️ Connect With Your Kids: Simple Steps to Stronger CommunicationTeens skip things that don't interest them, including lectures from their parents. How do you connect with your children and really know what's going on in their lives? How can you become “unskippable”?
Effective communication can build trust and understanding, but it takes thought, planning, and effort.
The latest Healthy Minds Blog offers practical strategies to improve communication and build strong, lasting relationships:
For more tips and techniques, read the full article on the Healthy Minds Blog, which shares information related to youth mental health and wellness.
For support on talking with your teen about difficult subjects like fentanyl, discover how to Become Unskippable.
🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and FunRegistration will be available soon for summer camps offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore activities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes.
For more information, see the Summer Learning page.
2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging! (an Extension of the Special Education Conference)Families, educators, and community members are invited to the 2025 FCPS Family Summit: Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging. Fairfax County Public Schools will be hosting the free, in-person event in collaboration with valued community partners. The summit will be held Saturday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at South Lakes High School.
This event will feature:
Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process.
Learn more about this event and register today! Contact [email protected] for more information.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearMarch 6: Fiddle Club Concert
March 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
March 31: Eid Holiday, No School
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
May 2: K-2 Field Day
May 8: 5th Grade Science SOL
May 12: 5th and 6th Grade Reading SOL
May 13: 3rd and 4th Grade Reading SOL
May 15: 5th and 6th Grade Math SOL
May 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math SOL
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Dear Floris Community,
What an exciting night we had at our final Spelling Bee! We witnessed some incredible spelling talent. A huge congratulations to Laasya Mohan, our Floris Spelling Bee Champion! Her winning word was "Tilde."
Let’s all cheer for Laasya as she represents Floris at the Fairfax County Spelling Bee on March 26th. We’re all so proud of you, Laasya!
A special shout-out to our 2025 Spelling Bee runner-up, Hridaan Rajani, a 6th grader, and our third-place finisher, Sara Ghoman, also in 6th grade. Amazing job to both of you!
We are also incredibly proud of all 70 students who participated in this year’s Spelling Bee. You all were truly amazing!
Enjoy the wonderful weekend as we head into March. Let’s hope for more warm weather!
Way to go, everyone!
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🧪Science Fair registration is open! Sign up here!
🏃♀️ Girls on the Run (GOTR) Spring Session is OPEN. Register here
Thank you to everyone who donated for the 5th grade snack pack service project that is happening tomorrow, February 28.
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
📕Yearbooks on Sale Now! 📕👉👉You can order the Floris Yearbook from 🔗this direct link 🔗👈👈
We can expect our yearbooks to arrive from Walsworth at the end of May and they will be distributed to students in June! Thank you!
📐 Breaking Down the Budget: Supporting Academic Growth and Algebra by Eighth GradeThe FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.
Since the 2023-24 school year, FCPS has seen a 9.5% increase in eighth graders taking Algebra I or more advanced math and a 6.8% increase in fifth graders in advanced math.
Studies show that students who complete algebra in middle school have more opportunities to take advanced math and science courses in high school. This can open up new academic paths for students! Watch a video that shows why eighth grade algebra matters.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget.
VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th GradersAs required by the Code of Virginia, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend public school. All students entering seventh grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
Parents/guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with their child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. If your child does not have a health care provider, please visit the FCPS Immunizations Resource page to find out where to get an immunization.
Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.
📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No CostFCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra learning resources. 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.
Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearMarch 6: Fiddle Club Concert
March 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
March 31: Eid Holiday, No School
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
May 2: K-2 Field Day
May 8: 5th Grade Science SOL
May 12: 5th and 6th Grade Reading SOL
May 13: 3rd and 4th Grade Reading SOL
May 15: 5th and 6th Grade Math SOL
May 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math SOL
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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It's hard to believe it, but yearbooks are now on sale for this school year!
👉👉You can order the Floris Yearbook from 🔗this direct link 🔗👈👈
We can expect our yearbooks to arrive from Walsworth at the end of May and they will be distributed to students in June! Thank you!
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Dear Floris Community,
This is a friendly reminder that we will have an Early Release tomorrow, Monday, February 24th!
If there are any updates or changes to how your child will be going home tomorrow (compared to previous Early Release plans), please notify both your child’s teacher and the front office as soon as possible. If no changes are communicated, we will assume your child will follow the same dismissal plan as the last Early Release on December 9th, aside from the students who stayed for band and strings practice.
Your timely communication will help ensure a smooth and efficient dismissal process for everyone.
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal
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Dear Floris Community,
We’ve had another fantastic week here at Floris Elementary, and we’d like to send a thank you to Michael Stabler and our PTA for hosting part 1 of our school Spelling Bee. The event was a huge success, with an overwhelming turnout of student participants. We’re excited to announce that part 2 of the Spelling Bee will take place on February 26 at 6:30 p.m. in our cafeteria.
A special shout-out to our amazing teacher volunteers and the PTA for organizing such an engaging and fun event for our school community.
A quick reminder: Monday, Feb. 24 will be a 3-hour early release day. We will be following the schedule from our December 9 early release. If there are any adjustments or changes since then, please reach out to your child’s teacher or contact our front office.
Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable weekend!
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🏃♀️ Girls on the Run (GOTR) Spring Session is OPEN. Register here
📅February 28: Snack Pack Service Project for 5th grade
📅Spring Enrichment Opens in February! Stay tuned.
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
Early Release Monday Chess -
Registration Open for Monday, February 24
Spring Enrichment Registration OPEN!
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
Breaking Down the Budget: Investing in Our ClassroomsDid you know that more than 85% of FCPS’ budget stays in our classrooms? Currently, 92.5% of FCPS staff are school-based, more than neighboring school districts. We are in the middle of FCPS’ annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. Learn more about the proposed FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget and see the budget timeline.
🤧 Protect Yourself and Your Community From the FluFairfax County is experiencing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. The Fairfax County Health Department reports that visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings. Read a letter from the health department.
The health department suggests taking the following steps to reduce the spread of flu and other germs:
According to the health department, to help prevent or reduce the spread of illness it is important for individuals who are sick to stay home and away from others until symptoms improve and until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. Visit this Attendance webpage for guidance on when your child should go to school.
Learn More About How Your Child Feels at SchoolThe Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-12 in March. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who do not have a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearFebruary 24: 3- Hour Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 6: Fiddle Club Concert
March 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Spring 2025 Registration is Now Open!We will be holding in-person before and after school enrichment programs at the school.
We have several unique, exciting, creative and educational classes in the field of Art, STEM, Sports, and Musical. We are thankful for your consideration of doing this and please share with others that may be interested.
🔗Register for Enrichment Classes Here 🔗 Check out the Class Descriptions and Pricing Information Below:2708 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Main Office: 703-561-2900
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Dear Floris Community,
This week, we had the privilege of celebrating Kindness Week, a fun and meaningful time spent focusing on the importance of treating others with respect and kindness. Our students participated in various activities and had opportunities to reflect on how our words and actions impact those around us.
We also held a small grade-level assembly where we reinforced the message of the "Power of Our Words." This presentation served as a reminder of a similar assembly we hosted earlier in the fall, helping our students understand the lasting impact of their words.
In the coming weeks, we will be presenting Part 2 of "Power of Words" with classroom teachers, focusing on the concept of Impact vs. Intent, helping students understand that how our words affect others is sometimes different from what we meant or intended.
And don’t forget, there’s a three-day weekend ahead to celebrate President's Day! Enjoy the extra time with your families, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday!
Thank you for your continued support in fostering a kind and compassionate school community!
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🏃♀️ Girls on the Run (GOTR) Spring Session is OPEN. Register here
📅February 28: Snack Pack Service Project for 5th grade
📅Spring Enrichment Opens in February! Stay tuned.
👉We have an open Hospitality Chair position for this SY. Please contact [email protected] if you are interested in learning more!
🍎Please sign-up to help deliver food to Embry Rucker on Fridays!
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
Check out Sibshops!What: A program for children in grades 2-6 who have a sibling with a disability.
Participants will have a variety of opportunities to build relationships with other Sibs and receive peer support through directed discussion activities, recreation games and crafts.
When: Saturday, February 22 from 10 am-1 pm.
Where: Sully Community Center (13800 Wall Road Herndon, VA)
Questions? Email Maggie Seneca, school social worker, [email protected]
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on ImmunizationsPlease make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!
Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE.
Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
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Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearFebruary 17: Holiday, Presidents' Day
February 24: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 6: Fiddle Club Concert
March 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Reminder!Don't forget: it's Kindness Week, and we're kicking it off TOMORROW, with a spirited week here at Floris! Take a peek:
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Dear Floris Community,
It’s been another successful week here at Floris, filled with moments of growth and kindness. This week, we had the privilege of celebrating School Counselor Week, and we want to extend a thank you to James Duffield and Sarah de Kramer for their dedication to supporting our students and staff every day. Their hard work and compassion make a difference in the lives of everyone in our community.
In addition to recognizing our counselors, we’re also incredibly proud of the efforts of our 6th graders, who recently packed over 200 snack packs for Embry Rucker to help feed those in need. This is an example of the community service focus that we strive to cultivate here at Floris, and we are grateful to see our students giving back in such a meaningful way.
Thank you all for your continued support of our school, and here's to many more weeks of success and service!
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈🐝Spelling Bee registration is OPEN - Register here!
🏃♀️ Girls on the Run (GOTR) Spring Session is OPEN. Register here
🍎Please sign-up to help deliver food to Embry Rucker on Fridays!
📅Spring Enrichment Opens in February! Stay tuned.
👉Interested in joining the PTA Board for the '25-'26 school year? Please reach out to [email protected]
Join us for a Spirit Night at Kidz Plaza on Sunday, 2/9! 📅Spirit Week Next Week! 🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
Proposed Budget Presented to School BoardSuperintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 23. Watch a video of the presentation.
As Dr. Reid noted in her January 24 letter to families, “The budget is fiscally responsible and invests in excellence — not just for FCPS, but for all of us in Fairfax County who want a strong community with successful young people, dedicated educators and support staff, and a thriving economy.”
The proposed budget reflects the needs of and FCPS’ commitments to Fairfax County students, families, and community members. It focuses on competitive compensation, including a 7.0% salary increase for all staff to recruit and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students; investing in students who require additional support; and continuing multiyear initiatives such as inclusive preschool and safety and security updates.
Learn more on the Budget webpage.
What is Bullying and How do we as School Respond?Bullying is defined in the Students Rights and Responsibilities as, “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
Harassment involves emotional abuse and includes verbal or physical threats, physical assaults, bullying and theft of property. When bullying or harassment is targeted at members of religious groups, is based on shared ethnic characteristics, or includes gender and sexual harassment of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender individuals it is considered a violation of federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights. Schools where such behavior is reported will take immediate action to investigate, and if discriminatory behavior has occurred will take action to end the harassment, to eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and to prevent the harassment from recurring. Any suspected discrimination or harassment must be reported to the Office of Equity and Compliance.
The page on Fairfax County Public Schools' website provides comprehensive information about bullying prevention and intervention. It highlights the importance of educating students about bullying through age-appropriate language within the health and counseling curriculum. The resources emphasize the role of families, caregivers, and school staff in preventing and addressing bullying. It also outlines various programs and strategies for supporting a safe and inclusive environment, including reporting mechanisms and guidance for addressing incidents. You can read more directly on the provided link for detailed resources and contacts for intervention: FCPS Bullying and Prevention Resources
📚Free Book Event: Reading Opens the World 🏅 Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class AwardsFirst-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education.
Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.
Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.
Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!Ombuds staff engage with FCPS employees, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.
Ombuds office staff members are available to help resolve disagreements between parents/caregivers and schools. They do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.
Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email [email protected], or visit their webpage, where you may Submit a Question.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearFebruary 7: Candid Photos
February 10-14: Kindness Week
February 12: Spelling Bee
February 17: Holiday, Presidents' Day
February 24: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 6: Fiddle Club Concert
March 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Dear Floris Families,
We’re excited to be more than halfway through the school year and have so much to celebrate as we head into the third quarter! It’s been a fantastic journey so far, and we’re looking forward to all that’s ahead.
Second quarter progress reports will be available in SIS Parent Vue starting Thursday, February 6th, at 6:00 a.m. You will also receive hard copies sent home with your child Friday, February 7th.
We’d love to see you all tonight at our PTA Movie Night! Join us in the cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. for a fun and imaginative viewing of Migration. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend!
Wishing you all a wonderful and relaxing weekend ahead!
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈We have an open Hospitality Chair position. Please contact [email protected] if you are interested in learning more!
🐝Spelling Bee registration is OPEN - Register here!
🏃♀️ Girls on the Run (GOTR) Spring Session will open February 3rd.
🍎Please sign-up to help deliver food to Embry Rucker on Fridays!
📰Have any old newspapers or magazines? Please drop them off at the front office for our school counselors. They will be repurposed for craft projects.
📅Upcoming Dates:
Some of our sixth grade band students joined Band Director Mrs. Cunningham to represent Floris at the Rachel Carson Area Band Day on Wednesday. They joined sixth graders from other schools, as well as some current Carson middle schoolers, to learn and perform a concert all in one day. They had an excellent time and did a fabulous job.
Well done, Eagles! AttendanceLet's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school — and themselves. See these tips on how to encourage positive school attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB.
Daily school attendance is required by law in the state of Virginia. Watch this short video that helps explain attendance policies.
👉Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
📈 Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for FamiliesThis month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year.
Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. They will be distributed by schools this month to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE.
The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our schools and staff are committed to working with families to support every student to succeed at their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.
📚Free Book Event: Reading Opens the World 🏗️ FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide BenefitsFairfax County Public Schools updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.
The proposed CIP was presented to the School Board at the January 14 work session. A public hearing was also held January 14. The School Board will take action on the proposed CIP at its Thursday, February 6, meeting.
📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review UpdateThe Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received. If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:.
Language interpretation will be available.
All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.
What Families Can Do to Fight Drug MisuseFCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
Get more information on opioid awareness.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearJanuary 31: PTA Movie Night
February 7: Candid Photos
February 10-14: Kindness Week
February 12: Spelling Bee
February 17: Holiday, Presidents' Day
February 24: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 6: Fiddle Club Concert
March 17: Early Release Monday for Staff Professional Development
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
April 1: Teacher Workday
April 10: Spring Picture Day
April 14-18: Spring Break
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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Dear Floris Families,
What an amazing week it has been! Despite the delays and schedule adjustments, we've had a fantastic week and are quickly approaching the end of the second quarter. Our teachers are wrapping up grading, and we're excited to see all the hard work our students have put in.
A special thank you to all the families who attended the PTA meeting last night. Mr. Gibbs and I had a great time celebrating our school’s accomplishments, sharing our instructional focus for quarters 3 and 4, and discussing our commitment to intentional, visible, and data-driven small group instruction. We are off to a strong start in the new year!
Lastly, tomorrow we will be hosting a school spirit assembly to celebrate the final four teams in the NFL playoffs, especially our home team, the Washington Commanders! This will be a fun event for our students and a great way to send them off for the weekend.
Thank you again for your continued support, and here's to a wonderful end to the week!
Thank you,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Robert Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements 👉Join the PTA! 👈We have an open Hospitality Chair position. Please contact [email protected] if you are interested in learning more!
🐝Spelling Bee registration is OPEN - Register here!
🏃♀️ Girls on the Run (GOTR) Spring Session will open February 3rd.
🍎Please sign-up to help deliver food to Embry Rucker on Fridays!
📰Have any old newspapers or magazines? Please drop them off at the front office for our school counselors. They will be repurposed for craft projects.
📅Upcoming Dates:
The Washington Commanders are headed to the Conference Championship game for the first time since January 1992. On Friday, January 24, for this historic game, Floris students and staff will celebrate with a football sprit parade. Students are encouraged to come to school in their best team spirit attire. Students can dress up in any of the playoff team attire which includes the Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs or Buffalo Bills. Students who come dressed up in football gear will have the opportunity to parade around the school.
Let’s get excited and show our team spirit!
📅Save the Date:Winter weather is here! As a reminder, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy time outdoors. Schools monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside for activities like recess or physical education.
View Fairfax County’s Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming SoonAll FCPS families and middle and high school students received an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!
📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review UpdateThe Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received. If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:
Language interpretation will be available.
All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Dates for the 2024-2025 School YearJanuary 27: Club Photos
January 28: End of 2nd Quarter
January 29: Student Holiday, Teacher Workday
January 31: PTA Movie Night
February 10-14: Kindness Week
February 12: Spelling Bee
February 17: Holiday, Presidents' Day
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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