March 6 - News and Notes!
Dear Rolling Valley Families,
Even with some snow in March and a delayed start, our students stayed focused and kept their routines strong all week long. Their consistency and positive energy were wonderful to see.
We wrapped up a fantastic Read Across America celebration filled with themed spirit days and, of course, our much anticipated annual Reading Swap. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible librarian, Samantha Reynolds, whose thoughtful planning and organization made the entire week such a success.
Our sixth graders had an exciting opportunity to explore STEM pathways during their visit to the Army Museum, sparking curiosity and real world connections. Back at school, classrooms were buzzing with meaningful learning, from rich reading experiences and hands on math exploration to new skills developing in both language arts and reading.
It was a full and joyful week of growth across our school community. I hope you have an enjoyable weekend.
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
  
Save the Dates
Saturday, March 7th - Ballin' with Buddies - WSHS -12 PM - 2 PM
Thursday, March 12th - PTA Sponsored Silver Diner Night - 5 PM - 8 PM
Monday, March 16th - PTA Meeting - Virtual & 7 PM
Wednesday, March 18th - Early Release Wednesday - 1 PM Dismissal
Friday, March 20th - No School - Eid al-Fitr
View the 2025-26 school year calendar.
SPRING PICTURES
Wednesday, March 11
Victor O'Neill will be taking Spring Pictures on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Both class photos and individual pictures will be taken.
You will be able to view and order your child’s photos in their online gallery approximately ten days after picture day. If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing Underclass@vosphoto.com
Read Across America Week
Book Exchange
Our third annual Book Exchange in honor of Read Across America Week was a success! Thanks to the amazing families and teachers in our community, we were able to collect over 1,000 books that students could choose from! They were so grateful to be able to choose from such an assortment and got so excited about reading; their enthusiasm was contagious! Thank you again to everyone who helped make this event amazing!
Rolling Valley
6th Grade Panoramic Photo
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Any student who has not had a chance to order a Panoramic photo, it’s not too late! All orders using the link below will direct ship to a home address entered at checkout.
https://shop.imagequix.com/s2004878875
Please use your student ID as your online code
For questions or about ordering, please contact Victor O'Neill Studio: underclass@vosphoto.com
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Celebrate Inclusion: Nominate for the 2026 First-Class Awards
Nominate someone today for the 2026 First-Class Awards. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is accepting nominations through March 13, 2026. The annual awards honor and celebrate educators, administrators, and students who actively promote the inclusion of students with disabilities across all areas of education.
Nominees should demonstrate:
- Modelling excellence in their role relative to special education
- Positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike
- Commitment to creating an inclusive environment and mindset
Award Categories (up to 14 awards):
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Elementary: Teacher, Administrator, Student and School Support Staff (instructional assistant (IA), office staff, librarian, bus driver, cafeteria worker, etc.)
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Middle, High School & Secondary: Teacher, Administrator, Student and School Support Staff (IA, office staff, librarian, bus driver, cafeteria worker, etc.)
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Central Office: Any FCPS central office staff member (superintendent, assistant superintendent, executive principal, director, coordinator, specialist, resource teacher, administrative support, etc.)
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Specialty Program Staff: Anyone assigned to a public day school, alternative school, home-based instruction, or other FCPS educational program not clearly defined as an elementary, middle, high, or secondary school
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Specialist: Professional staff categorized as related service providers (speech language pathologist, counselor, occupational therapist, physical therapist, itinerant, etc.)
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Team: Any team of two or more staff members who work together to support special education students, whether directly or indirectly. This award is not specific to a role; it may be awarded to any staff team (ex. administrators, teachers, related services, etc.)
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Community Partner: Any person or organization not employed by FCPS which contributes to excellence in special education
Complete this form to nominate an administrator, a staff member, or a student who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Award recipients will be recognized at the 2026 Special Education Family Conference on April 18th.
Nominations close March 13, 2026. For more information, email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Dr. Reid’s 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, Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
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.
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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.
PTA NEWS
PTA NEWS:
SPRING BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES: Register now for before and after school classes sponsored by the PTA!
Chess Club
Grades K-6 - MONDAYS 8:00 - 9:00AM; 3/2 - 5/11; 9 sessions (no class 3/30 and 4/6) $191
RunFit Kidz
Grades 1-6 - THURSDAYS 7:45 - 9:00AM; 3/19 - 5/14; 8 sessions $129
Mudskippers Pottery
Grades K-6 - WEDNESDAYS 4:05PM - 5:05PM; 3/25 - 5/20; 6 sessions $163
Hip Hop (Kids in Motion)
Grades K-6 - TUESDAYS 4:05 - 5:05PM; 4/7 - 6/2; 8 sessions (no class 5/26) $137
Click here to register for Chess Club: CLICK HERE
Click here to register for RunFit Kidz: CLICK HERE
Click here to register for Mudskippers Pottery: CLICK HERE
Click here to register for Kids in Motion: CLICK HERE
For scholarship information, please contact Mrs. Del Bagno as soon as possible. For any questions, please contact the PTA’s Before/After-School Programs Coordinators, Mallory Lyon at (703)718-1292 or mhods227@gmail.com or Lisa Callahan, at (703)338-2989 or lisa.callahan27@gmail.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
TONIGHT! Friday, March 6; 6:00-8:00pm; Games & Grub @ Rolling Valley: RVES families are invited to come hang out and enjoy games in the cafeteria, and delicious fare from local food trucks will also be available for sale! Note that all students must be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, March 12; 5:00-8:00pm; 6th Grade "Run the Diner" Fundraiser @ Silver Diner: Dine in or get takeout at Silver Diner (next to Springfield Mall) and 20% of proceeds will go to the RVES 6th grade celebration! Also, our 6th graders will be helping as servers, hosts and more! Be sure to mention the fundraiser when you pay.
Monday, March 16; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ Virtual: Join us online for our March PTA meeting - all RVES families are welcome! The Zoom link will be sent out ahead of the meeting.
Thursday, April 9; 5-8pm; Dave & Buster's Spirit Night: Join us at the Springfield Dave & Buster's for a Rolling Valley spirit night! 20% of all food, non-alcoholic beverages, and game card sales will be donated to the PTA. Part of the Dave & Buster's dining area will be reserved for RVES during our spirit night. Game cards and food and beverage orders must be purchased from servers in our designated area in order to count toward our fundraising total. In the coming weeks, a flyer will be sent home in Friday Folders - please bring it with you!
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 (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA): 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 for more information and details about upcoming events:CLICK HERE
Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at ptarollingvalley@gmail.com with any questions or comments!
Key Middle School Community
Multicultural Night @ Key MS
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 from 6pm - 8pm.
Key is excited to celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, and talents of the school community!
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:
TJ High School - Techstravaganza
Families are invited to attend the 22nd Annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
Hosted by Tomorrow’s Women in Science and Technology, this free, hands on STEM fair is designed for elementary and middle school students across Northern Virginia. The event features more than 70 interactive STEM labs led by TJHSST students and community partners, including organizations such as NASA, George Mason University, the National Air and Space Museum, and many others. In past years, more than 4,500 students have participated in this exciting day of exploration and discovery.
Admission is free. Families can register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOf_t0uiPZb_hGg1sffnqjQ7oKVJb3DJclrq-UAIVrweKJhA/viewform
For more information, visit:
https://techstrav.org/index.html tjpartnershipfund.org/techstravaganza/
We hope many of our Rolling Valley students take advantage of this outstanding opportunity to explore, create, and discover in the world of STEM.
 
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:
FCPS has created this webpage to provide detailed information about the early release on Wednesdays.
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