WFES News You Choose, Wednesday, October 2, 2024
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Shanah tovah to our Jewish community celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year! Meaning “head of the year,” Rosh Hashanah is one of Judaism’s holiest days and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection that ends with Yom Kippur. #OurFCPS
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown today, Wednesday, October 2. Today is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed.
Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.
In this Week's Issue...- Important Upcoming Dates
- We LOVE Our New Art Rooms!
- 10/9 - Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Overview
- 10/9 - Bike, Roll and Walk to School
- 10/21 - Three Hour Early Release
- 10/26 - Woodson Fall Festival
- Free Immunization Clinics in October
- WFES Green Team Officers
- Recycling in the Cafeteria
- 🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
- Lexia Parent Nights offered by FCPS
- Give Wakefield Forest a Follow!
- Contact Us
October 3: No School - Rosh Hashanah
October 4: No School - Teacher Workday
October 9: Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Overview
October 14: No School - Staff Development Day
October 17: Kindergarten Field Trip to Cox Farm
October 18: Woodson Homecoming Parade
October 21: 3-hour early release for students
October 25: Fun Run
We LOVE Our New Art Rooms!Ms. Lopresti and her students were so excited the new art rooms are open!
10/9 - Advanced Academics Program (AAP) OverviewMr. Gray and Ms. Prindle will host a virtual AAP Overview session on October 9, 2024 at 7:00 pm.
The AAP Fall newsletter can be found here.
Information about the Advanced Academic Program (AAP) can be found on the FCPS website here.
10/9 - Bike, Roll and Walk to School 10/21 - Three Hour Early ReleaseAs we move into October we will be planning for our next three hour early release on Monday, October 21, 2024.
Our plan is to dismiss students in the same way that they were dismissed in September unless we hear that you would like to make a change. You can let us know by contacting the school office at 703-503-2300.
We will send out confirmations October 14, 2024.
10/26 - Woodson Fall Festival Free Immunization Clinics in OctoberSafeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations for all FCPS students at no cost! Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment and provide consent for their student(s). The immunization clinics are being held at Frost Middle School, 4101 Pickett Rd. Fairfax, VA 22032, on:
- Tuesday, October 8, 3 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Students under the age of 19, with a scheduled appointment and parental consent, must be accompanied by their parent, guardian, or another adult over the age of 18.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 in order to provide consent.
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Elementary School Clinics - Health DepartmentThe Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment
WFES Green Team OfficersCongratulations to our new Green Team officers!
- Penelope D
- Henry L
- Clare M
- Toby S
- Violet V
We are excited to share that Fairfax County Government and FCPS are working together to be Zero Waste by 2040! Our school is confident that by working together, we can create a culture where waste is minimized, and resources are valued. Every action, big or small, makes a difference. We are working towards making our cafeteria eco-friendlier by reducing our waste! We will continue with our food sharing table where students can share unwanted or unopened food, begin recycling lunch trays and compost food scraps. Let’s make a ripple of change together!
🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. ReidSuperintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:
- Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary
- Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary
- Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle
Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
Lexia Parent Nights offered by FCPSLexia will be offering Parent Nights throughout the 24-25 SY. Information regarding the Lexia Parent Nights, including dates, times, and the registration link, can be found on Family Academy Site or within the translated fliers below.
Give Wakefield Forest a Follow! Contact UsAttendance: 703-503-2323 or [email protected]
Health Room: 703-503-2310
Family Information Phone Lines/Support for families who do not speak English as their first language: Family Information Phone Lines
Technology Support: Resources for Families Using FCPS Technology
Principal: Sharyn Prindle [email protected]
Assistant Principal: Amy Williams [email protected]
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