Dear Wolftrap Families,
I hope that you and your families had a wonderful day off and were able to relax and honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a meaningful way. I’m so excited to report that our students have been embracing their new ability to recognize acts of empathy that are happening throughout the school. If you are in the building, please take a moment to browse through their recognitions on the bulletin board by the cafeteria.
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We have seen staff and students becoming sick over these past two weeks back together. Please help your student succeed in school by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit the FCPS website for helpful insights regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school to minimize impacts on learning. If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to let us know so we can provide assistance if needed. We are also happy to answer any questions.
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As temperatures continue to drop, please ensure your child arrives at school with a winter coat to ensure their safety and comfort during outdoor recess and arrival. While sweatshirts and hoodies are great for layering, they often do not provide the necessary insulation or wind protection required for extended time in the cold at recess (particularly with strong wind and wind chills). Please assist us with keeping kiddos warm in the wind! We can also support families with any need for winter coats. Please let us know if we can assist! Thank you!
Dr. Maggie Grove, Principal
Ms. Megan Tipton, Assistant Principal
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Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students: School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system, including at Wolftrap. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. Learn more about the emergency management system. You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.
Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.: FCPS’ Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council provides a space for military-connected family members from across the division to provide critical feedback on their experiences within FCPS. The Advisory Council meets quarterly with Superintendent Dr Michelle Reid, and serves as a unique opportunity for military families to share insights and concerns directly with school leadership.
The next meeting will be held at Gatehouse Cafe (8115 Gatehouse Rd, Falls Church VA 22042) on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 6:30 pm. For planning purposes, please complete this Google form to RSVP by Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
FCPS is excited to celebrate the Month of the Military Child with a good, old-fashioned field day! We invite all military-connected families with FCPS students to a special field day to honor our military-connected children.
Join us for an afternoon of fun and community at Annandale High School (4700 Medford Dr, Annandale, VA 22003) on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. Enjoy field day games and crafts at the football and track stadium. Food and beverages will be available for purchase to support various FCPS school clubs and organizations. This is a great opportunity to connect with other military families across the division! To RSVP, please complete this Google form by Friday, March 27, 2026
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