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Important Dates
February 16 - Holiday - Presidents Day - No school
February 17 - Student Holiday (Teacher Workday for Staff)
February 19 - Grades 4-6 Winter Strings Concert in Cafeteria, 5:30-8:00 pm
February 19 - FCPS Spirit Day - See below
February 24 - Title I TPAC meeting CRES Library 7:00 pm
February 25 - 3 Hour Early Release Day, students dismissed at 12:25 pm
February 26 - PTA in person meeting, CRES library, 7:00 pm
March 3 - Student Spring Picture Day and Class Picture Day
March 6 - Centre Ridge vs Bull Run basketball game, Centreville HS - 6:00 pm
March 13 - PTS Green Lucky Bingo, cafeteria, 6:00-8:00 pm
A Message from the Principal
This past week we celebrated Kindness Week with themed spirit days. It was a wonderful opportunity to remind our students that small, intentional acts of compassion are the foundation of a safe and supportive school culture. Today our Kindergarten students marked the 100th day of school. We are so proud of all our students’ growth and learning during the first half of the year and we can’t wait to see what they’ve accomplished by the end of the year.
As a reminder, students do not have school on Monday, February 16th due to the Presidents’ Day holiday and Tuesday, February 17th for a designated Teacher Workday. We look forward to seeing all our Rams on Wednesday, February 18th!
Stay warm and Happy Valentine’s Day!
Sincerely,
Erika Aspuria
Principal
FCPS CARES
Has a Centre Ridge staff member gone above and beyond for your child or family? If so, we invite you to recognize their efforts through the FCPS CARES Program. This program allows parents and community members to celebrate employees who demonstrate exceptional care for their students, colleagues, and the community. Please share your story below to help us acknowledge the dedicated staff members who make Centre Ridge so special.
Do You Know Anyone That Needs to Register For 2026-27 Kindergarten?
Registration is OPEN for school year 2026-27
Contact Patricia Kirkpatrick pakirkpatric@FCPS.edu 703-227-2605
Spanish Contact Mary Pierri mpierri@fcps.edu 703-227-2656
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Black History Month Celebration
Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence
Families and community members are invited to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the voices shaping our future at FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration. Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event will honor the rich history, strength, and contributions of the Black community through inspiring student performances and a powerful keynote address by Rev. Vernon C. Walton, pastor of First Baptist Church of Vienna. Light refreshments will be available.
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Mornings Matter—Every Day, On Time, Ready to Shine!
A strong start leads to a strong day of learning! Arriving on time each morning helps students settle into their routine, connect with their teachers and friends, and fully engage in the day ahead. When students are present and punctual, they build great habits that support their confidence and success.
Even missing just two days a month can add up, affecting progress over the year. Let’s work together to make every morning count, and ensure our Rams are on time, ready to learn, and excited for the day ahead! Thank you for your partnership in making attendance a priority!
Together, let’s make everyday count!
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FCPS News
Meal Kits for Fasting Students
From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800
Warm Up FCPS – Division wide Spirit Day
Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.
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FCPS Excellence on Display at the Olympics
As Team USA competes in the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, Team FCPS is celebrating two alumni whose dedication has carried them from FCPS to the world stage. These Olympians’ journeys represent the potential within each student across FCPS to achieve their dreams. Read more about these FCPS Olympians
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Survey on Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Now Open for All Families and Middle and High School Students
On Monday, all FCPS parents/caregivers and middle and high school students received an email to participate in a voluntary and confidential survey. (Please check your spam folder if you have not received it.)
Questions refer to proposed changes to FCPS’ SR&R document for next year. This document outlines the rules that students are expected to follow, and guidelines for consequences if those expectations are not met. Possible changes include:
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Universal Discipline: Charts will list consequences and supports for students. They will help ensure that two students of the same grade will be treated fairly and receive the same level of support.
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Standards for In-School Suspensions of Students with Disabilities: Creating standards for how in-school suspensions are handled for students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan.
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Accommodations for Multilingual Learner Student Statements: Providing translation accommodations when Multilingual Learner students provide statements about disciplinary incidents.
The survey will be open until Friday, February 20. Survey materials are available online
Summer Learning
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
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