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I want to share some good news about our students’ academic progress. Across classrooms, students are working hard, engaging in learning, and showing growth. I’m proud of their effort—and grateful for the work our teachers and families are doing to support them.
We are currently administering WIDA testing to measure and support the growth of our multilingual learners’ English language development. These results help us provide the right services and instructional supports for students, so it’s important that each student is present and ready to test.During this testing window, attendance is extremely important. Students who are absent may need to make up the assessment, which can be difficult to schedule and may take time away from instruction. Please help by ensuring your child arrives on time each day, avoids non-urgent appointments during the school day when possible, and gets a good night’s rest.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we support every Whitman student’s success.
John Flowers, Principal
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Meeting Details:
Date: Thursday, February 19th
Time: 6:30 PM
What do You Need to Join The Team?
1. Physical Form - If you have a physical dated after May 2025 and already turned one in for Cross Country in the fall, you do not need another physical.
2. Emergency Care Form - If you turned in an Emergency Care Form in the Fall for Cross Country, you do not need to complete this again.
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From February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Important Meal Kit Information:
- Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
- Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
- Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
- Kits are distributed at the end of the school day. Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.
Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:
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February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
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February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
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February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
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March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026
Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.
Each winter, Career and Transition Services (CTS) sponsors a transition-focused community event geared towards elementary/middle school students and their families. This event focuses on planning for high school options for special education students, as well as supports available for these students after they exit the school system. Below are event details:
Middle School Transition Fair
Future Planning for Elementary and Middle School Students in Special Education
For families, caregivers, and educators of students receiving special education services.
March 4, 2026
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Luther Jackson Middle School 3020 Gallows Road
Falls Church, Virginia 22042
Join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school!
It’s never too early or too late to start preparing for your future. We want to help you start planning for a successful transition from school to life as a young adult. Ensuring postsecondary success of our students with disabilities is dependent on what is known as transition planning. Please join CTS and other support service personnel for an evening focused on planning for the future.
You will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of representatives from CTS programs and services for students with disabilities, as well as learn about short and long-term postsecondary supports, employment, postsecondary education considerations, Supported Decision Making, and student self-determination as an evidence-based predictor of post school success.
The schedule for the evening is:
6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Exhibitor and Participant Registration
6:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Opening Session (Auditorium)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Resource and Exhibitor Fair (Cafeteria)
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM: Family Panel (Auditorium)
A questions/answer session will follow the family panel.
Click here to register for the event.
But Not Sure Where to Begin??
The College Partnership Program (CPP) supports students who are interested in exploring, applying to, and enrolling in college.
In alignment with Fairfax County Public Schools’ commitment to improving post-secondary outcomes for all students, CPP focuses on closing the opportunity gap. The program prepares students for college readiness and long-term success through:
CPP was created to reduce barriers to college access and support students from populations historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are:
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The first in their family to attend college in the United States
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Economically disadvantaged
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Students with disabilities
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Multilingual learners
All students are encouraged to apply.
Program Benefits:
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Learn about scholarships and financial aid
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Participate in college visits
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Receive help with college applications
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Take part in a summer experience
Eligibility Requirements:
Students may apply if they are:
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Current 8th, 9th, or 10th grade students
OR
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Current 11th grade students who entered FCPS after January 1, 2025
How to Apply:
Complete the College Partnership Program Application using the link below:
College Partnership Program Application (Class of 2026):
https://tinyurl.com/CPPAPP2026
Application Deadline: February 20, 2026
About the Program:
The CTE Summer Academy is an enrichment program that allows students to:
Students choose the classes they want to take and create their own unique schedule. Classes are introductory, and most do not require previous knowledge.
By participating in this program, students gain a better understanding of FCPS CTE electives.
Program Details:
Cost: $300 per week
Tuition assistance is available. See website for details.
Dates: Weekly sessions from July 6 through July 31
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Early drop-off and aftercare are available.
Location: Robinson Secondary School
Eligibility: Current 6th through 11th grade students
Transportation: Transportation from select FCPS schools is provided.
Registration Information:
Registration Opens: February 2, 2026
Registration Closes: June 5, 2026
Register online through the CTE Summer Academy website:
CTE Summer Academy Website: https://bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
There are a limited number of seats available. Register early to secure a spot.
Contact Information:
For questions, contact the FCPS CTE Department:
Email: fcpscte@fcps.edu
For additional information, visit:
CTE Summer Academy Website: https://bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
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Reserve Your 2026 Yearbook Today!
Don’t miss out on this year’s memories — reserve your copy of the 2026 Yearbook now.
Order online through Jostens Yearbooks:
Jostens Yearbook Ordering Website:
https://www.jostensyearbooks.com
Supplies are limited. Reserve your yearbook as soon as possible to guarantee your copy.
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