November 21 - News and Notes!
Rolling Valley Families,
It’s been a full and busy week at RVES! We kicked things off with a great turnout at the Pyramid Challenge, followed by a strong first day of Book Fair sales. Thank you to everyone who supported these events, whether by volunteering your time or showing up to participate.
We also held our November PTA meeting. Thank you to those who were able to attend. Be sure to check out the PTA section for a link to our new RVES merchandise!
One of the highlights of the week was our Thanksgiving Lunch. We were thrilled to welcome so many families into the school. It’s always wonderful to have you here and share these moments together.
As we look ahead to next week, a reminder that school will be in session only on Monday and Tuesday before Thanksgiving break begins.
Have a great weekend!
Veronica Del Bagno
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
Save the Dates
Wednesday, November 26th - Friday, November 28th - Thanksgiving Break - No School
December 10th: 3-Hour Early Release Wednesday - 1 PM Dismisal
Tuesday, December 16th - Chorus & Strings Concert - 6:30 PM
Thursday, December 18th - Band Concert - 6:30 PM
December 22nd - January 2nd: Winter Break - No school for Students and Staff
View the 2025-26 school year calendar.
Thank You for a
Great Pyramid Challenge!
Thank you to all the students, staff, and families who supported this year’s Pyramid Challenge. We are excited to share that Rolling Valley earned the Participation Award thanks to our incredible turnout!
Congratulations to all our Rockin’ Robin runners who participated, we are so proud of each of you. We also want to give a special shout-out to Rocky, who took the podium with the 3rd place in the mascot race!
Thank you again for your enthusiasm and support!
Scholastic Book Fair!
Thank You for Supporting Our Book Fair
Thank you to all members of the Rolling Valley community who supported this year’s Book Fair. Whether you volunteered, donated, or stopped by to purchase a book, your participation helped make the event a success.
We appreciate your partnership in helping us provide students with more access to books and literacy resources. Thank you again for your continued support of our school.
Makeup/Retake Day
Now viewable online.
Please visit: vosphoto.com/uc
use your student ID when prompted for the online code.
For questions regarding school pictures
please email: underclass@vosphoto.com
Full-Time AAP
Referral Deadline
Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15
Parents and guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for full-time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) services must submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Krystyn Carey at krcarey@fcps.edu.no later than December 15, 2025.
Each year, families can submit a referral for full-time AAP services any time from the first day of school through December 15. No late referrals for full-time AAP services will be accepted.
Once a referral is received, our school will compile information related to the student. Then, a committee of six trained professionals from across the county will review materials to determine eligibility for full-time AAP services.
Next Steps for Parents
Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of their child’s materials after February 20, 2026, by emailing Krystyn Carey at krcarey@fcps.edu.
At the elementary level, referrals for subject-specific and part-time AAP are screened by the school. If you miss the full-time referral deadline, your student can still be screened for subject-specific or part-time AAP services for the remainder of the year.
At the middle school level, honors courses are open to all students.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
✅ Please Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
Please return your Federal Impact Aid forms! If you cannot find yours, please reach out to Laura Vargas in the front office. She can send you another copy. You can also complete the form online in your ParentVue account. A form is required from every student. Fairfax County Public Schools has received over three million dollars from the federal government in past years. Thank you so much for your help.
PTA NEWS
PTA NEWS:
SPIRITWEAR: Our brand new RVES spiritwear is now on sale - options include t-shirts (short and long sleeve), hoodies (pullover and full zip up), pajama pants and car magnets. Click here to order yours by December 2! CLICK HERE
WANT TO WIN FREE RVES SPIRITWEAR? Everyone who joins the RVES PTA for the 2025-2026 school year by December 1st will be entered in a drawing for this spirit-filled prize- one lucky winner will receive FREE RVES spiritwear! Membership is just $15 per family, and your dues help fund school events, field trips, author visits, curriculum enhancements for teachers and much more. Plus, members receive updates about school happenings and access to an exclusive online student directory. We love volunteers, but no time or volunteer commitment is required to be a PTA member! Join online today at: CLICK HERE
TEACHERS' FAVORITE THINGS: The PTA sent a survey to our teachers and staff to find out about their favorite things and make shopping for holiday gifts a little easier. Click here to see the responses! CLICK HERE
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Friday, December 12; 6:00-8:30pm; Parents Night Out Fundraiser @ iCode in Burke: Kids in Grades K-6 can come play games in iCode's decked out gaming hub while parents/guardians enjoy a night out! The cost is $30 per child (pizza and drink included), with all proceeds going to the RVES PTA! iCode is located at 6045 Burke Centre Pkwy, Suite 202 in Burke. Space is limited - register online today using this link! CLICK HERE
MILITARY FAMILY OUTREACH: FSP will be facilitating monthly workshops, webinars, or family engagement events for military families throughout the school year. Please check the Family Academy Catalog CLICK HERE under "Military-Connected Families Offerings" for more information on these events as they are posted.
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
SEPTA:
SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA): Fairfax County SEPTA Membership is NOW OPEN for 2025-2026. SEPTA is a PTA organization affiliated with the state and national PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families. Please click here to join or renew today: CLICK HERE
Early Release Wednesday
FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid announced plans to continue limited early release days in elementary schools and shift them to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
Early release Wednesdays for RVES will be:
- December 10
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February 18
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March 18
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April 22
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May 13
FCPS has created this webpage to provide detailed information about the early release Wednesdays.
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