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Paw Print Topics

• Is your child ready for their first device?
• 🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid
• 20th Annual Jaguar 5K
• SOL Dates
• Help and Resources for Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families
• Next Steps in the Budget Process
• Congratulations, Ms. Ganci!
• Kindergarten Orientation
• Multicultural Night
• Save the Date

Is your child ready for their first device?

Join the Pine Spring PTA on Thursday, April 3 at 7 PM for PTA Connected: Ready, Tech, Go!, a free workshop supported by the National PTA and AT&T. Learn how to assess screen readiness, build healthy digital habits from the start, and connect with other parents navigating the same questions.

Childcare, snacks, and Spanish-language interpretation will be provided. Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/250804354127149

🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid

Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Wednesday, April 23, Mason Crest Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.

Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid. 

20th Annual Jaguar 5K

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and represent Pine Spring Elementary at the Jaguar 5K hosted by Falls Church High School! We’re proud to once again be recognized as the feeder school with the most participants — and this year, we're aiming to beat our record of 100 runners!

Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and show your Bobcat and Jaguar pride! Whether you walk, jog, or sprint, every step counts toward our goal.

📅 Date: April 26
🔗 Register here: https://www.jaguar5k.com/

Let’s show everyone the strength of the Pine Spring community — we can do this! 💚🐾

SOL Dates Grade Level  Language Arts SOL Math SOL Science SOL 3 May 8 May 13   4 May 6 May 15   5 May 6 May 15 May 20 6 May 8 May 13  

 

Help and Resources for Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families

Are 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:

• communication, 
• fine and/or gross motor skills, 
• self-help skills, 
• problem solving 
• attention skills

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.

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. 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.

Congratulations, Ms. Ganci!

We are thrilled to share that our very own Ms. Ganci, Assistant Principal at Pine Spring Elementary, has been named FCPS Region 2’s Outstanding Leader of the Year! This well-deserved recognition is a testament to her dedication, leadership, and the positive impact she makes every day in our school community.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported her nomination—your voices helped shine a light on the incredible work she does.

We are proud and excited to have Ms. Ganci represent Pine Spring as she moves forward to compete with five other exceptional leaders from across the division for the title of FCPS Outstanding Leader of the Year. Best of luck, Ms. Ganci—we’re cheering you on every step of the way!

Kindergarten Orientation

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone, and we’re here to make it an exciting and smooth transition for your child! Join us on Tuesday, April 1, from 9:00-10:00 AM for a special Kindergarten Orientation at Pine Spring Elementary.

What to Expect:
✔️ Meet our Pine Spring team and other rising kindergarten parents
✔️ Get answers to your questions about Pine Spring Elementary
✔️ Let your child explore a kindergarten classroom
✔️ Enjoy a bus ride experience with your little one to help them feel ready. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to ease first-day jitters and build excitement for the school year ahead. We can’t wait to welcome our newest Pine Spring Bobcats! 🐾💚

Multicultural Night Save the Date

📌 March 31: No School - Eid
📌 April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)
📌 April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

📌April 2: World Autism Awareness Day 
📌 April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)
📌 April 8: Family Science Night
📌 April 11: Strings/Band Concert
📌 April 14-18: No School - Spring Break
📌 April 21: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window
📌 May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture
📌 May 12: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day
📌 June 9: End of Year Celebration
📌 June 10: K & 6th Grade Promotion
📌 June 11: 2-Hour Early Release (Last Day for Students)

 

 

7607 Willow Lane Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 571-226-4400
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Paw Print Topics

• Fava Pot- March 19th
• Multicultural Night
• 🌟 Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with Us! 🌟
• Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Questionnaire
• Month of the Military Child
• Kindergarten Orientation
• 🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
• 💻 Try Online Registration
• Save the Date

Fava Pot- March 19th Multicultural Night 🌟 Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with Us! 🌟

On Friday, March 21st, Pine Spring Elementary will recognize World Down Syndrome Day, a global day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome. One way people around the world show their support is by wearing blue, and another fun tradition is wearing mismatched socks—a symbol of celebrating uniqueness!

We invite all students, staff, and families to join us in recognizing this special day by participating in these traditions. Let’s come together to celebrate the incredible diversity and abilities of all individuals in our community! 💙🧦

SOL Dates- Updated Grade Level  Language Arts SOL Math SOL Science SOL 3 May 8 May 13   4 May 6 May 15   5 May 6 May 15 May 20 6 May 8 May 13  

 

Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Questionnaire

On Monday, March 24, parents and guardians of Pine Spring Elementary will receive an email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and provides an opportunity to share anonymous feedback about our school’s leadership and environment.

Topics covered in the survey include:

• Instructional leadership
• School climate
• Management (human resources and organizational)
• Communication and community relations
• Culturally responsive and equitable leadership
• Professionalism

The questionnaire will be open March 24 – April 4 and will be collected online. Keep an eye out for an email from [email protected] and take a few minutes to complete it.
Your input is valuable and helps shape the future of our school. Thank you for your time and feedback!

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day! 

Kindergarten Orientation

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone, and we’re here to make it an exciting and smooth transition for your child! Join us on Tuesday, April 1, from 9:00-10:00 AM for a special Kindergarten Orientation at Pine Spring Elementary.

What to Expect:
✔️ Meet our Pine Spring team and other rising kindergarten parents
✔️ Get answers to your questions about Pine Spring Elementary
✔️ Let your child explore a kindergarten classroom
✔️ Enjoy a bus ride experience with your little one to help them feel ready. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to ease first-day jitters and build excitement for the school year ahead. We can’t wait to welcome our newest Pine Spring Bobcats! 🐾💚

🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

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

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

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

💻 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. 

Save the Date

📌 March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts
📌 March 20: Spring Portraits & Class Pictures
📌 March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

📌 March 21: World Down Syndrome Day
📌 March 31: No School - Eid
📌 April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)
📌 April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

📌April 2: World Autism Awareness Day 
📌 April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)
📌 April 8: Family Science Night
📌 April 11: Strings/Band Concert
📌 April 14-18: No School - Spring Break
📌 April 21: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window
📌 May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture
📌 May 12: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day
📌 June 9: End of Year Celebration
📌 June 10: K & 6th Grade Promotion
📌 June 11: 2-Hour Early Release (Last Day for Students)

 

 

7607 Willow Lane Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 571-226-4400
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Paw Print Topics

• Read Across America Spirit Week
• 🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun
• Annandale Boys and Girls Club Soccer Registration
• Month of the Military Child
• 2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging! (an Extension of the Special Education Conference)
• Pine Spring Math Night
• Pine Spring Spirit Wear
• 🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
• 💻 Try Online Registration
• Save the Date

Read Across America Spirit Week 🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun

Registration 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.

Annandale Boys and Girls Club Soccer Registration

Forms for families interested in registering for the Annandale Boys and Girls Club 2025 Spring Season are being sent home. Games will begin on April 5th, and the season will run through June 14th. Completed forms and the registration fee need to be turned in at the Annandale office.

 

If you need assistance with filling out the forms or are unable to drop them off at the Annandale office, our Family Engagement Committee will be hosting a Annandale Soccer Registration Night on March 6th at Pine Spring from 5-6 PM. We’ll be available to help with the forms and will ensure everything is turned in at the office on your behalf.

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day! 

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: 

• Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
• Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.

• Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
• Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.

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.

Pine Spring Math Night

Mark your calendars! On March 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM, we’re hosting a fun-filled Math Night where learning meets excitement! 🧠✨

Bring the whole family for an evening packed with interactive math games, hands-on learning activities, and plenty of opportunities to sharpen those problem-solving skills! Whether your child loves numbers or needs a little extra encouragement, this night is designed to make math engaging, accessible, and fun for all!

Oh, and did we mention PIZZA? 🍕😋

Don’t miss out—come explore, learn, and celebrate math with us! 

Pine Spring Spirit Wear

Show Your School Spirit – Order PSES Merchandise Today!

Support the Pine Spring Elementary PTA and show off your school pride with exclusive PSES merchandise! This is a limited-time opportunity, so don’t miss out—place your order by March 5th to ensure you get your gear.

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🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

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

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

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

💻 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. 

Save the Date

📌 March 5: Family Math Night
📌 March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 March 10: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts
📌 March 20: Spring Portraits & Class Pictures
📌 March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

📌 March 21: World Down Syndrome Day
📌 March 31: No School - Eid
📌 April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)
📌 April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

📌April 2: World Autism Awareness Day 
📌 April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)
📌 April 8: Family Science Night
📌 April 11: Strings/Band Concert
📌 April 14-18: No School - Spring Break
📌 April 21: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window
📌 May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture
📌 May 12: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day
📌 June 9: End of Year Celebration
📌 June 10: K & 6th Grade Promotion
📌 June 11: 2-Hour Early Release (Last Day for Students)

 

 

7607 Willow Lane Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 571-226-4400
Attendance: 571-226-4444 | Web | Twitter | Instagram

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Paw Print Topics

• Restaurant Night- TONIGHT
• Annandale Boys and Girls Club Soccer Registration
• Month of the Military Child
• Pine Spring Math Night
• Eating Disorder Parent Information
• Pine Spring Spirit Wear
• SOL Calendar
• VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders 
• Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28
• 🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
• 💻 Try Online Registration
• Save the Date

Restaurant Night- TONIGHT Annandale Boys and Girls Club Soccer Registration

Forms for families interested in registering for the Annandale Boys and Girls Club 2025 Spring Season are being sent home. Games will begin on April 5th, and the season will run through June 14th. Completed forms and the registration fee need to be turned in at the Annandale office.

 

If you need assistance with filling out the forms or are unable to drop them off at the Annandale office, our Family Engagement Committee will be hosting a Annandale Soccer Registration Night on March 6th at Pine Spring from 5-6 PM. We’ll be available to help with the forms and will ensure everything is turned in at the office on your behalf.

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day! 

Pine Spring Math Night

Mark your calendars! On March 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM, we’re hosting a fun-filled Math Night where learning meets excitement! 🧠✨

Bring the whole family for an evening packed with interactive math games, hands-on learning activities, and plenty of opportunities to sharpen those problem-solving skills! Whether your child loves numbers or needs a little extra encouragement, this night is designed to make math engaging, accessible, and fun for all!

Oh, and did we mention PIZZA? 🍕😋

Don’t miss out—come explore, learn, and celebrate math with us! 

Eating Disorder Parent Information

The Code of Virginia, 22.1-273.2 requires schools provide, on an annual basis, parents/guardians educational information regarding eating disorders for students in grades five through twelve.

According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA 2023), Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives. There is no single cause of an eating disorder. Rather, it is a complex combination of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors that converge and set off an individual’s predisposed genetic vulnerability.

In collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS has developed a web page with detailed information and resources to be provided to parents and guardians of Fairfax County Public Schools. This information may be found at Eating Disorders. 

Pine Spring Spirit Wear

Show Your School Spirit – Order PSES Merchandise Today!

Support the Pine Spring Elementary PTA and show off your school pride with exclusive PSES merchandise! This is a limited-time opportunity, so don’t miss out—place your order by March 5th to ensure you get your gear.

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SOL Calendar

Below is the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) assessment schedule for students in grades 3-6. These assessments help us reflect on our teaching practices and plan for student success.

To support all students in performing their best, please avoid scheduling appointments or travel on these dates.

 

Grade Level  Language Arts SOL  Math SOL Writing SOL  Science SOL  3rd Grade May 6 May 13     4th Grade May 8 May 15     5th Grade May 8 May 15 March 18 May 20 6th Grade  May 6 May 13    

 

VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders 

As required by the Code of VA, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend at a Virginia public school.

 

In addition, all students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations: 

• Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older; 
• Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older;  
• A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. 

• After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents or guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s healthcare provider now to avoid the rush this summer. If your child does not have a healthcare 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.

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28

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

🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

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

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

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

💻 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. 

Save the Date

📌 March 5: Family Math Night
📌 March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 March 10: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts
📌 March 20: Spring Portraits & Class Pictures
📌 March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens
📌 March 31: No School - Eid
📌 April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)
📌 April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)
📌 April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)
📌 April 8: Family Science Night
📌 April 11: Strings/Band Concert
📌 April 14-18: No School - Spring Break
📌 April 21: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window
📌 May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture
📌 May 12: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day
📌 June 9: End of Year Celebration
📌 June 10: K & 6th Grade Promotion
📌 June 11: 2-Hour Early Release (Last Day for Students)

 

 

7607 Willow Lane Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 571-226-4400
Attendance: 571-226-4444 | Web | Twitter | Instagram

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Paw Print Topics

• Pine Spring Math Night
• Congratulations, Ms. Ganci
• AAP Newsletter
• Pine Spring Spirit Wear
• SOL Calendar
• Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28
• 🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
• 💻 Try Online Registration
• Save the Date

Pine Spring Math Night

Mark your calendars! On March 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM, we’re hosting a fun-filled Math Night where learning meets excitement! 🧠✨

Bring the whole family for an evening packed with interactive math games, hands-on learning activities, and plenty of opportunities to sharpen those problem-solving skills! Whether your child loves numbers or needs a little extra encouragement, this night is designed to make math engaging, accessible, and fun for all!

Oh, and did we mention PIZZA? 🍕😋

Don’t miss out—come explore, learn, and celebrate math with us! 

Congratulations, Ms. Ganci

We’re thrilled to announce that our very own Assistant Principal, Jennifer Ganci, has been named the Falls Church Pyramid Outstanding School-Based Leader of the Year! Her exceptional leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence have set a remarkable standard for our community.

Ms. Ganci now advances to be considered for the Region 2 Outstanding Leader of the Year. Please join us in congratulating her on this achievement and wishing her continued success on this exciting journey!

AAP Newsletter

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

At Pine Spring we focus on talent development by:

• Fostering a strengths-based learning environment where all students have access to rigorous and engaging academic experiences that challenge and inspire them.

• Providing differentiated learning opportunities that allow students to explore their unique abilities and interests while ensuring equitable access to advanced academic resources.

• Encouraging curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through a variety of enrichment programs, problem-based learning, and hands-on experiences tailored to diverse learners.

• Using data-driven instruction and personalized supports to identify and nurture students’ potential, ensuring that every child receives opportunities to thrive academically.

• Embedding high-level thinking strategies across all grade levels so that every student can develop their talents in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Pine Spring Spirit Wear

Show Your School Spirit – Order PSES Merchandise Today!

Support the Pine Spring Elementary PTA and show off your school pride with exclusive PSES merchandise! This is a limited-time opportunity, so don’t miss out—place your order by March 5th to ensure you get your gear.

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SOL Calendar

Below is the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) assessment schedule for students in grades 3-6. These assessments help us reflect on our teaching practices and plan for student success.

To support all students in performing their best, please avoid scheduling appointments or travel on these dates.

 

Grade Level  Language Arts SOL  Math SOL Writing SOL  Science SOL  3rd Grade May 6 May 13     4th Grade May 8 May 15     5th Grade May 8 May 15 March 18 May 20 6th Grade  May 6 May 13    

 

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28

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

🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

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

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

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

💻 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. 

Save the Date

📌 March 5: Family Math Night
📌 March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 March 10: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts
📌 March 20: Spring Portraits & Class Pictures
📌 March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens
📌 March 31: No School - Eid
📌 April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)
📌 April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)
📌 April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)
📌 April 8: Family Science Night
📌 April 11: Strings/Band Concert
📌 April 14-18: No School - Spring Break
📌 April 21: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window
📌 May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)
📌 May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture
📌 May 12: 3-Hour Early Release
📌 May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day
📌 June 9: End of Year Celebration
📌 June 10: K & 6th Grade Promotion
📌 June 11: 2-Hour Early Release (Last Day for Students)

 

 

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Paw Print Topics

• Restaurant Night
• Bingo Night- This Friday
• Breaking Down the Budget: Investing in Our Classrooms
• Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28
• 🤧 Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu
• Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School
• Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!
• 🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
• 💻 Try Online Registration
• Save the Date

I hope you all had a wonderful and restful long weekend as we observed Presidents’ Day. It’s hard to believe we’ve already reached the 100th day of school! Last week, our students and staff celebrated this milestone with creativity, learning, and plenty of fun. It’s a joy to see how much our students have grown in just 100 days!

We also had a week full of love and kindness as students exchanged heartfelt Valentine’s Day messages. These moments remind us how important it is to foster a school community built on care, inclusivity, and connection.

For our 6th graders, an exciting transition is on the horizon! This month they will started exploring their course options for middle school, marking an important step in their academic journey. We encourage families to have conversations at home about their interests and goals as they make these decisions. Forms for selecting electives will be coming home this week. 

Looking ahead, we are gearing up for a fun-filled PTA Bingo Night this Friday! This is always a fantastic event for families to come together, laugh, and enjoy a little friendly competition. The cost of entry is $5 per person, with bingo cards available for $1 each. We hope to see many of you there!

Thank you for your continued support in making Pine Spring such a special place for our students. Here’s to another great week ahead!

Restaurant Night PTA Meeting- Thursday Bingo Night- This Friday Breaking Down the Budget: Investing in Our Classrooms

Did 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.

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28

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

🤧 Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu

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

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

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

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

Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School

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

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

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.

🐻 It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

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

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

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

💻 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. 

Save the Date

March 5: Family Math Night

March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 10: 3-Hour Early Release

March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts

March 20: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures

March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

March 31: No School - Eid

April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)

April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)

April 8: Family Science Night

April 11: Strings/Band Concert

April 14-18: No School - Spring Break

April 21: 3-Hour Early Release

April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window

May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

May 12: 3-Hour Early Release

May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day

June 9: End of Year Celebration

June 10: K and 6th Grade Promotion

June 11: 2-Hour Early Release - Last Day for Students

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Paw Print Topics

• PTA Meeting- Thursday
• 📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings
• Kiss & Ride Reminder – Helping Everyone Start the Day Smoothly!
• Spring Sport Registration Support
• Falls Church Basketball Youth Night
• Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!
• 🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
• 💻 Try Online Registration
• Save the Date

There is so much to celebrate inside of the doors of Pine Spring! Last week was a shining example of the incredible learning, collaboration, and community spirit that make our school so special.

We had an amazing Literacy Night, where families and students came together to celebrate the joy of reading. Our 6th graders had an inspiring visit from Luther Jackson Middle School, where they learned more about continuing their AVID journey and preparing for success beyond Pine Spring.

We also had the honor of celebrating the retirement of our beloved building supervisor, Dania Rivera, who has dedicated 17 wonderful years to Pine Spring. Her hard work and commitment have helped shape our school into the warm and welcoming place it is today, and she will be deeply missed.

Throughout the week, we witnessed the incredible ways our students support one another in their learning and growth. Their enthusiasm and dedication remind us how important it is to be present each day. Regular attendance is essential for success, and we want to partner with you to ensure your child is at school every day. If there’s anything preventing your child from wanting to attend school, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help break down barriers and ensure every student feels excited and supported in their learning journey.

Thank you for being such a vital part of the Pine Spring community. Your partnership and involvement make all the difference, and we are grateful for each and every one of you!

Nikki Yacubovich, Principal

Jennifer Ganci, Assistant Principal 

Melissa Wallace, Assistant Principal 

PTA Meeting- Thursday 📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you did not have a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting as part of the first phase of our comprehensive boundary review process, please join one of our virtual meetings:

• Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Click on a date to register. 

To ensure a meaningful experience for participants, each virtual meeting will be limited to 400 participants, and each participant will receive their own unique Zoom link. Language interpretation will be available. 

Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn about the boundary review process. Sign up for our School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Kiss & Ride Reminder – Helping Everyone Start the Day Smoothly!

We want to remind everyone that our Kiss & Ride line is used by many families each morning. To keep things running efficiently and ensure a smooth drop-off for all, we kindly ask for your support in having your child ready to exit the car when you reach one of our staff members, who will open the door for you.

This means making sure your child has their belongings ready—including their backpack, water bottle, instrument, and lunch box—before reaching the drop-off zone. We also recommend saying your goodbyes when you reach the flagpole so that your child can feel confident and ready to start their day as soon as they arrive at the designated drop-off area.

By following these steps, we can keep the Kiss & Ride line moving smoothly, avoid backups, and ensure that everyone starts their day on a positive note. Thank you for your cooperation and support in making mornings at Pine Spring a success!

Spring Sport Registration Support Falls Church Basketball Youth Night 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.

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

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

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

After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for Kindergarten Orientation and the Kindergarten Playdate. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Ms. Breeden, 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. 

Save the Date

February 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 10: 3-Hour Early Release

February 17: No School (George Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day)

March 5: Family Math Night

March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 10: 3-Hour Early Release

March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts

March 20: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures

March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

March 31: No School - Eid

April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)

April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)

April 8: Family Science Night

April 11: Strings/Band Concert

April 14-18: No School - Spring Break

April 21: 3-Hour Early Release

April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window

May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

May 12: 3-Hour Early Release

May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day

June 9: End of Year Celebration

June 10: K and 6th Grade Promotion

June 11: 2-Hour Early Release - Last Day for Students

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🌟 We are beyond grateful for our incredible teachers and community members who generously give their time to mentor and inspire our students! 🌟 Your dedication makes a lasting impact, shaping bright futures every day. Have you been thinking of ways to make the world a better place? Join us and become a Pine Spring mentor today! Contact us to learn how you can make a difference. 💙✨"

Paw Print Topics

• Spring Sport Registration Support
• Pine Spring Literacy Night
• Luther Jackson Curriculum Night
• Restaurant Night at RASA
• Falls Church Basketball Youth Nights
• 📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings
• No School- Wednesday
• 📈 Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families
• Proposed Budget Presented to School Board
• 🏗️ FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits
• Save the Date

Spring Sport Registration Support

🎉 Celebrating Success! 🎉 Our Pine Spring students are all smiles as they celebrate their strong attendance for the first half of the school year. Thank you to our students and families for making attendance a priority—keep up the great work!

Pine Spring Literacy Night Luther Jackson Curriculum Night Restaurant Night at RASA Falls Church Basketball Youth Nights 📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you did not have a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting as part of the first phase of our comprehensive boundary review process, please join one of our virtual meetings:

• Monday, January 27, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January 28, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Click on a date to register. 

To ensure a meaningful experience for participants, each virtual meeting will be limited to 400 participants, and each participant will receive their own unique Zoom link. Language interpretation will be available. 

Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn about the boundary review process. Sign up for our School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

No School- Wednesday

Just a friendly reminder that Wednesday, January 29th is a Teacher Workday, and students will not have school on this day. Classes will resume as usual on Thursday, January 30th.

📈 Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families

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

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

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

Proposed Budget Presented to School Board

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

The proposed budget reflects FCPS’ continued focus on providing a world-class education for each and every student while recognizing the hard work and commitment of our outstanding employees. The budget focuses on competitive compensation — including a 7% salary increase for all staff — investing in students who require additional support, and the continuation of multiyear investments. It reflects the needs of and FCPS’ commitments to Fairfax County students, families, and community members. Learn more on the Budget website.

🏗️ FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits

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

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

Save the Date

January 28: Yearbook Clubs and Candid Pictures

January 29: No School (Teacher Workday)

January 30: Literacy Night

February 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 10: 3-Hour Early Release

February 17: No School (George Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day)

March 5: Family Math Night

March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 10: 3-Hour Early Release

March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts

March 20: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures

March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

March 31: No School - Eid

April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)

April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)

April 8: Family Science Night

April 11: Strings/Band Concert

April 14-18: No School - Spring Break

April 21: 3-Hour Early Release

April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window

May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

May 12: 3-Hour Early Release

May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day

June 9: End of Year Celebration

June 10: K and 6th Grade Promotion

June 11: 2-Hour Early Release - Last Day for Students

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Paw Print Topics

• 🧥 Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
• Pine Spring Literacy Night
• Luther Jackson Curriculum Night
• Restaurant Night at RASA
• Falls Church Basketball Youth Nights
• 📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings
• SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey
• Save the Date

🧥 Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

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

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

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

Pine Spring Literacy Night Luther Jackson Curriculum Night Restaurant Night at RASA Falls Church Basketball Youth Nights 📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you did not have a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting as part of the first phase of our comprehensive boundary review process, please join one of our virtual meetings:
 

• Saturday, January 25, 9:30-11 a.m. 
• Monday, January 27, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January 28, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Click on a date to register. 

To ensure a meaningful experience for participants, each virtual meeting will be limited to 400 participants, and each participant will receive their own unique Zoom link. Language interpretation will be available. 

Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn about the boundary review process. Sign up for our School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey

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

Save the Date

January 28: Yearbook Clubs and Candid Pictures

January 29: No School (Teacher Workday)

January 30: Literacy Night

February 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 10: 3-Hour Early Release

February 17: No School (George Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day)

March 5: Family Math Night

March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 10: 3-Hour Early Release

March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts

March 20: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures

March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

March 31: No School - Eid

April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)

April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)

April 8: Family Science Night

April 11: Strings/Band Concert

April 14-18: No School - Spring Break

April 21: 3-Hour Early Release

April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window

May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

May 12: 3-Hour Early Release

May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day

June 9: End of Year Celebration

June 10: K and 6th Grade Promotion

June 11: 2-Hour Early Release - Last Day for Students

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Paw Print Topics

• Luther Jackson Curriculum Night
• Pine Spring Literacy Night
• Restaurant Night at RASA
• Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
• Report Cards- ParentVue
• 📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy
• Save the Date

Luther Jackson Curriculum Night Pine Spring Literacy Night Restaurant Night at RASA 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.

Report Cards- ParentVue

As we prepare for the end of they quarter, did you know that you will be able to access your child's report card through ParentVue the first week of February? Learn how your ParentVUE account allows you to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.

Pine Spring will still be sending paper copies of report cards home on February 5th in Wednesday folders. 

📵 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 571-226-4400.

Save the Date

January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday - No School

January 28: Yearbook Clubs and Candid Pictures

January 29: No School (Teacher Workday)

January 30: Literacy Night

February 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 10: 3-Hour Early Release

February 17: No School (George Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day)

March 5: Family Math Night

March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 10: 3-Hour Early Release

March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts

March 20: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures

March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

March 31: No School - Eid

April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)

April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)

April 8: Family Science Night

April 11: Strings/Band Concert

April 14-18: No School - Spring Break

April 21: 3-Hour Early Release

April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window

May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

May 12: 3-Hour Early Release

May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day

June 9: End of Year Celebration

June 10: K and 6th Grade Promotion

June 11: 2-Hour Early Release - Last Day for Students

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Paw Print Topics

• Snow Day Heroes❄️💪
• Pine Spring Literacy Night
• PTA Meeting - Rescheduled
• Restaurant Night at RASA
• Save the Date

Snow Day Heroes❄️💪

While we’ve enjoyed a couple of snowy days off, we’re so excited and hopeful to see our amazing students back at school soon! None of this would be possible without our incredible custodial team—Dania Rivera, Duong Chuong, and Esther Gomez Solano—who worked tirelessly to clear the sidewalks and parking lot after the heavy snow.

Thanks to their dedication and hard work, our campus is safe and ready to welcome everyone back. Let’s give them a huge round of applause for going above and beyond to keep our school community safe and prepared.

Pine Spring Literacy Night PTA Meeting - Rescheduled

Due to the cancellation of school, tonight's PTA meeting will be postponed. The meeting has been rescheduled and will now take place virtually on Thursday, January 16th, at 7:00 PM. We hope this adjustment accommodates your schedule and ensures everyone's safety and comfort during this winter weather.

Meeting Details:
Topic: Pine Spring PTA Meeting - Virtual
Time: Jan 16, 2025, 7:00 PM 
Join via Zoom:
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98798941599

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We look forward to connecting with you on Thursday!

Restaurant Night at RASA Save the Date

January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday - No School

January 28: Yearbook Clubs and Candid Pictures

January 29: No School (Teacher Workday)

January 30: Literacy Night

February 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

February 10: 3-Hour Early Release

February 17: No School (George Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day)

March 5: Family Math Night

March 6: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

March 10: 3-Hour Early Release

March 18: 3rd Grade Field Trip - GMU Center for the Arts

March 20: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures

March 21: 2nd Grade Field Trip - Green Spring Gardens

March 31: No School - Eid

April 1: No School (Teacher Workday)

April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 AM)

April 3: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

April 3: AAP Level IV Orientation (6:00 PM)

April 8: Family Science Night

April 11: Strings/Band Concert

April 14-18: No School - Spring Break

April 21: 3-Hour Early Release

April 29-May 24: Spring SOL Testing Window

May 1: PTA Meeting (7:00 PM)

May 6: 6th Grade Panoramic Picture

May 12: 3-Hour Early Release

May 26: Holiday - Memorial Day

June 9: End of Year Celebration

June 10: K and 6th Grade Promotion

June 11: 2-Hour Early Release - Last Day for Students

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• 15 Days of AVID Cheer to Countdown to the New Year
• Pine Spring El Tio Night- 12/16
• Stay Connected Tech Event
• Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

15 Days of AVID Cheer to Countdown to the New Year Pine Spring El Tio Night- 12/16

Take a well-deserved break from holiday cooking and join us at El Tio on Monday, December 16, from 3–9 PM for our next restaurant night!

El Tio, a beloved local small business, serves up crowd-favorite Tex-Mex dishes in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This event is always a hit with our community, and it’s a delicious way to support Pine Spring Elementary. A portion of the evening’s sales will directly benefit our PTA, so come hungry and bring the whole family!

We can’t wait to see you there! 

Stay Connected Tech Event

 

Join us for the Stay Connected Tech Event on Wednesday, December 11th, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Pine Spring Library! This event is tailored for Multilingual Learner families, but all families are welcome to join.

Learn more about essential tools like Talking Points, ParentVue, and Schoology. Our team will assist you with account setup and navigation to ensure you're fully connected to your child's educational journey. Plus, enjoy delicious pizza while you learn! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay informed and engaged

Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Tracy Haynes at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. 

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall. 

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

7607 Willow Lane Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 571-226-4400
Attendance: 571-226-4444 | Web | Twitter | Instagram