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Mon, Mar 16 - Kindergarten Evening Registration, 4:30-7:00pm
PTA Virtual Meeting, 7:00pm
Mar 16-17 - 5th Grade SOL (IRW)
Fri, Mar 20 - NO SCHOOL, Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Sat, Mar 21 - STEM FEST, 11am-1pm
Mon, Mar 23 - Curriculum Knight, 6:30-8:00pm
Wed, Mar 25 - 3-hr Early Release, dismissal begins at 12:35pm
Fri, Mar 27 - End of 3rd Quarter, 2-hr early release, dismissal begins at 1:35pm
Mar 30-Apr 3 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Break
Mon, Apr 6 - NO SCHOOL, Teacher Workday
Fri, Apr 10 - NO SCHOOL, School Planning Day
Kindergarten Orientation, 8:30-10:00am
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Good afternoon Newington Forest Families,
What a fun PTA Donuts with a Grown Up event this morning. I was outside directing parking traffic for an FCPS event, but I saw so many families coming in together. Thank you to our PTA!
Speaking of PTA, there is a Virtual PTA meeting Monday, March 16th. This is the zoom link to join: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/91569021385?from=addon
Monday, March 16th, we are also hosting a Kindegarten Evening Registration. Ms. Padua, Registrar, will be available in the school from 4:30-7:00pm to receive your registration documentation, make photocopies, and answer any questions.
Please see below for pictures from Read Across America Week. Our students showed that "Reading brightens our world" by wearing their class colors on Thursday.
Sincerely,
Angela Thompson Principal
 Family Curriculum Knight
WHO: All K-6 Students & Families WHEN: Monday, March 23, 6:30 - 8:00 PM WHERE: Newington Forest Elementary
RSVP: http://bit.ly/NFESFamilyLearning
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Grade
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Grade-Level Activity Stations
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Kindergarten
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Math & Phonics Make-and-Take
Play, Prep & Practice!
Create fun, hands-on phonics and math games to build CVC word skills and strengthen number sense at home.
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1st Grade
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Social-Emotional Learning Make-and-Take
Calm, Create & Connect!
Learn simple coping strategies and create take-home fidgets to support focus and self-regulation.
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2nd Grade
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Reading Comprehension Bookmark Boost
Read & Succeed!
Discover easy strategies families can use to help students better understand what they read.
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3rd Grade
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SOL 101: A Parent’s Guide to Student Success
Building Confidence for SOL’s
Learn about SOL question types, test-taking strategies, ways to reduce test anxiety, and resources to support your child during testing season.
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4th Grade
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By the Book & Fun with Facts
Explore ways to strengthen reading comprehension with any book and practice multiplication with fun card games.
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5th Grade
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Science SOL Prep Activities
Scientific Investigation Review Take-Away
Hands-on science review and matching games focused on scientific investigation skills that families can practice at home.
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6th Grade
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The Power of Practice: A Homework Night
Learn why homework matters and get tips for building routines, improving focus, and asking “guiding questions” to support your students at home.
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Tuesday, April 1, 2026 8:30am – 10:00am
Join Us to Learn About
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Student Registration Process
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Lunch time
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Preparing for Kindergarten
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Medication/Health Plans
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Our Kindergarten Team
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Kindergarten schedules
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Curriculum
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School/PTA Events
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No RSVP necessary!
To accommodate the busy lives of our families, we will be hosting 2 Registration Nights in addition to our daytime appointments.
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March 13th
4:30pm – 6:30pm
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April 23th
4:30pm – 6:30pm
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For registration questions, please contact Ms. Jessi Padua, our School Registrar, at jpadua@fcps.edu. Visit http://bit.ly/3KZQVY3 to make a registration appointment.
Read Across America Spirit Week
Knights Wore Their Class Colors!

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: 11am - 1pm Where: Newington Forest Elementary School
Enjoy FREE activities related to STEM, including Robotics, Coding, Experiments, and more!
For students in Pre-Kindergarten through 6th Grade!
Pre-register or register on-site! https://bit.ly/3N8hXhx?r=qr
Questions? Email: steamologyus@gmail.com
April is Month of the Military Child
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
PTA Teacher-Led Enrichments
6 week $125 per student
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MONDAYS
Running Knights with Mrs. Pipitone
3:30pm-4:30pm Grades 3rd-5th 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1
Build your endurance, confidence, and teamwork while promoting healthy habits with running!
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TUESDAYS
Hip Hop Dance with Ms. Cavazos
3:30pm-4:30pm Grades 2nd-4th 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/6, 5/13
Learn fun choreography, express creativity, and build teamwork through upbeat music and movement!
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WEDNESDAYS
LEGO Knights with Mrs. Dooley
3:30pm-4:30pm Grades K-2nd 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13
A screen free time to build creativity, problem solving, teamwork, and fun with building!
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TUESDAYS/FRIDAYS
Volleyball with Mr. Graybill
Grades 7:30am-8:30am Grades 3rd-5th 4/7, 4/14, 4/17, 4/21, 4/24, 4/28
Learn the fundamentals of serving, passing, and teamwork while building confidence and sportsmanship!
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WEDNESDAYS
Gym Class Heroes w/Mr. Drummond
7:30am-8:30am Grades K-2nd 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13
Gym class with a fun twist! Build coordination, confidence, and teamwork through fun games!
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THURSDAYS
Disney Drawing w/Mrs. Lieberman
3:30pm-4:30pm Grades K-3rd 4 /9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14
A magical club where young artists learn step-by-step techniques to sketch their favorite characters!
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Registration is open!
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Fairfax County Health Department Measles Update
Measles is a highly contagious virus that infects 9 out of 10 people who are exposed, if unvaccinated or not immune. It has been in the news lately due to cases in Northern Virginia and among people who have traveled through local airports.
If your spring break or summer plans include traveling abroad or to an area in the United States with high measles activity, the Fairfax County Health Department encourages you to ensure your family is protected. Children 12 months and older should have 1 or 2 doses before traveling. Depending on your specific travel plans, your health care provider may also advise you to vaccinate infants 6 to 11 months old. Read more about these recommendations.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on:
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
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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