WFES - News You Choose - Friday, August 23, 2024

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In this Issue... Important Upcoming Dates

August 29:     Woodson Football Feeder Night

August 30:     Student Holiday

September 2: Labor Day - Student Holiday

September 16: Three Hour Early Release

September 19: Back to School Night 

First Week Photos

We were so excited to welcome our students back this week!

Band and Strings - Signup Online!

4th Grade: We want your students on our Wakefield String Team for 2024-2025 school year!  If your student would like to be on our String team, please submit this form by Wednesday August 28, 2024 to indicate your student's participation in Strings for 2024-2025 school year. 

4th Grade click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbq1pJXxQoMMJR6Mjz7erJD865nPosm0t0-A9QhmqzUmSn4Q/viewform

 

5th and 6th Grade Band/Strings/Music Exploration

Parents of 5th and 6th Graders must submit this form to indicate your child's participation in Band, Strings or Music Exploration for 2024-2025 school year. This form must be submitted even if your child will not be participating in Band or Strings. Please let us know of any questions or concerns.(Band) Nancy Cradler: [email protected]   (Strings) Maggie Lubinski: [email protected] (Music Exploration) Gina Hibbitts: [email protected]

5th/6th Grade-click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScA7hpgsDP2WVkzc3f1M6JX6ldXh2rCjo8ALV1X4R1Culkvhg/viewform

Three Hour Early Release Survey - IMPORTANT

Wakefield Forest will have a three hour early release on the following days:

  • September 16
  • October 21
  • November 18
  • February 10
  • March 10
  • April 21
  • May 12

Please complete the survey  to help us plan for families that require childcare.  Based on information I have to date, the JCC and SACC plan to open early on these dates to accommodate the families already accessing those services for afternoon childcare.

Here Comes the Bus - Mobile App

Welcome to Here Comes the Bus! Know when your bus is approaching your stop. Here Comes the Bus® app is a school bus tracking app that provides real-time bus location. This helps parents and students get to the bus stop on time. Here Comes the Bus® utilizes our GPS data and available on multiple devices.

Using the app is EASY! You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and a Student Information System (SIS) Parent Account. Contact your child's school if you do not have an SIS Parent Account. Please be sure to follow the detailed instructions below. 

From a smartphone or tablet, download (for free) the Here Comes the Bus® app from the App Store or Google Play.

Recognize Our Staff Who Go Above and Beyond

 

 

The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees.

Renovation Update

The art room and gym renovation are still in progress. We are hoping to open both of these spaces in September. This picture is one of the two art rooms we will have when the project is complete. 

Student Consent Forms

Student consent forms currently available on ParentVue will be moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child.  If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.

Click here to fill out the forms.

Forms available include:

  • School Counseling Opt-out
  • Digital Resources Consent 
  • SEL Screener Opt-Out
  • Family Life Education Opt-out
  • SOL Retest Permission
  • Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
  • Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
WFES Alum is TIME Kid of the Year!

We are so proud of Heman Bekele! Our WFES alum, who is now a 10th grade student at Woodson HS, has created a soap that’s very cheap but also very effective at treating skin cancer. Read all about him and his work here: 

Fairfax teen named Time Magazine’s Kid of the Year - WTOP News

Woodson Football Feeder Night

Woodson Football Feeder Night is a fun family event. Students have the opportunity to run the field prior to the start of the game. Meet Ms. Prindle in the end zone at 6:30 PM in your WFES spirtwear!

ESOL English Classes at Business Partner St. Matthew's Give Wakefield Forest a Follow! Contact Us

Attendance: 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]

WFES PTA Homepage

4011 Iva Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032 | Main Office: 703.503.2300

Attendance: 703.503.2323 or email | Web | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

WFES - News You Choose - Friday, August 16, 2024

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In this Issue... Important Upcoming Dates

August 19:     First Day of School 2024-25

August 23:     Principal Coffee: Safety and Security

August 29:     Woodson Football Feeder Night

August 30:     Student Holiday

September 2: Labor Day - Student Holiday

September 19: Back to School Night 

Message from the Principal

We are so grateful that we are able to bring our full school community back into the building to start this year. Our teachers and staff have worked exceptionally hard to prepare for our first day of school in the midst of furniture being built, walls being painted and flooring being laid. Our students are lucky to have such a strong team to support them. 

 

Please join me Friday, August 23, 2024 at 8:30 in the library if you are interested in learning more about safety and security. At this meeting I will review safety protocols, planning and drills.

 

We look forward to an amazing year.

 

Sharyn Prindle

Principal

[email protected]

Open House

We were excited to welcome our families back for Open House today!

First Day of School

The first day of school is Monday, August 19, 2024. School hours are 8:40 AM to 3:25 PM. Families may walk students to class on their first day. (Parking will be challenging.) Doors will open at 8:25 AM and staff will be available to direct families. We can't wait to see pictures from the first day. #FirstDayFairfax

Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Parents/caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. Contact the school registrar, Sue Holmes, at [email protected]. if you need a code. 

Once you have activated a SIS ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same SIS ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating an account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE. 

  • Update Your Contact Information

To be sure you receive important information from your schools, update your phone numbers and/or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.

  • Update Immunizations and Records

Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. Please log in to SIS ParentVUE to see what immunizations your child has recorded. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services.

Remember to request your child’s immunization record and bring that to the school’s front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website. 

  • Attendance - Report Full Day absences

Beginning in the 24-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can submit full-day absences using ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE.

Arrival and Dismissal Routines

Arrival

On the first day of school, parents are permitted to walk their child(ren) to class, but should not linger. Teachers are excited to get the day started.

Bus riders

  • All bus riders will enter through the side cafeteria door. Staff will be there to direct students. 

Kiss and Ride

  • Begins at 8:25 am; Please do not drop your child off and drive away. We do not have staff at kiss and ride duty until 8:25 am.  
  • All kiss and ride students will enter through door 1 and go directly to class.

Walkers and Bike Riders

  • Currently there are bike racks near door 1. Second grade and Ms. Fearrington's and Ms. Wager's classes can enter door 9. Students in grades K, 1, 3, 4, 5-Risinger/Takacs, and 6 can enter door 10.  

Dismissal

Bus Riders

  • Students will exit out of the Cafeteria door when their bus is called. Kindergarteners will be escorted to their bus.

Kiss and Ride

  • Students will be dismissed from the overhang and lobby at door 1.  An adult will escort Kindergarteners to their car.

Walkers

  • Grades 1- 6 walkers will exit from doors 9 and 10 to avoid traffic in the front of the school.
  • Kindergarteners will be dismissed from door 11. A kindergartener must be met by an adult or sibling in 7th grade or older.
  • Families will need to coordinate where siblings will meet up, if necessary.
Social-Emotional Learning - Zones of Regulation Curriculum

This year, as a part of our Social-Emotional Learning, we will be implementing an evidenced-based curriculum called The Zones of Regulation. These weekly lessons are designed to support our students in identifying emotions and regulating behaviors to match the “Zone” to the environment. Please see the visual for an example of what your child will be using to help them name and regulate their emotions to match their environment. Our goal is to create a comfortable and supportive environment for the student to learn and practice these self-regulation skills in their classrooms and across the school. We will have an opportunity for families to learn more about this curriculum during the school year.

Meals at School - Repeat

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students. 

The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. 

Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced MealsThe application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.

Three Hour Early Release Survey

This school year FCPS elementary schools will have seven early release Mondays. The goal of these days is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for the Virginia Literacy Act (27 hours of training) and other planning requirements. Learn more about the plan here.

Wakefield Forest will have a three hour early release on the following days:

  • September 16
  • October 21
  • November 18
  • February 10
  • March 10
  • April 21
  • May 12

A survey was sent to families on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Please complete the survey  to help us plan for families that require childcare. Based on information I have to date, the JCC and SACC plan to open early on these dates to accommodate the families already accessing them for childcare.

Student Consent Forms

Student consent forms currently available on ParentVue will be moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child.  If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.

Click here to fill out the forms.

Forms available include:

  • School Counseling Opt-out
  • Digital Resources Consent 
  • SEL Screener Opt-Out
  • Family Life Education Opt-out
  • SOL Retest Permission
  • Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
  • Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
Free Workshops for Families

Parents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).

In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.

Woodson Football Feeder Night Give Wakefield Forest a Follow! Contact Us

Attendance: 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]

WFES PTA Homepage

4011 Iva Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032 | Main Office: 703.503.2300

Attendance: 703.503.2323 or email | Web | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

WFES - News You Choose - Tuesday, August 13, 2024

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In this Issue... Important Upcoming Dates

August 14:     New Family Event 4:00 PM Cafeteria

August 16:     Open House

August 16:     Patrol Meeting

August 19:     First Day of School 2024-25

August 29:     Woodson Football Feeder Night

August 30:     Student Holiday

September 2: Labor Day - Student Holiday

September 19: Back to School Night 

Open House

We are excited to welcome you for Open House on Friday, August 16, 2024 from 8:30 - 10:00 AM. During this visit students will be able to meet their teacher, find their classroom and drop off their school supplies. 

Door 5 and 6 near the gym will not be accessible.

(Please plan ahead for parking as it will be limited.)

 

2024-2025 Class Assignments

An email will be sent on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 with class assignments. A great deal of work goes into placing students in classes. Families were given an opportunity to provide input on class assignments in spring 2024. Not all requests can be honored for a variety of reasons. Class assignments are unable to be changed. We appreciate your understanding.

You will be able to view your child's class placement through ParentVue. Please ensure you have access to your ParentVue account.

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE. If you need support getting access to your account, please reach out to Sue Holmes at [email protected].

First Day of School

The first day of school is Monday, August 19, 2024. School hours are 8:40 AM to 3:25 PM. Families may walk students to class on their first day. (Parking will be challenging.) Doors will open at 8:25 AM and staff will be available to direct families.  

Renovation Update

Our renovation work and final inspections will be down to the wire. At this time, we are setting up all of our classrooms in the building in anticipation of starting all grade levels inside.

Should we fail to pass the inspection tomorrow, we will use classrooms in the quads temporarily until we pass inspection. The class assignment you receive will have the new classroom space, inside the building listed.

Unfortunately, the gym and art rooms will not be completed to start the first day of school. We have identified alternative spaces to use until these rooms are completed. 

Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Parents/caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. Contact the school registrar, Sue Holmes, at [email protected]. if you need a code. 

Once you have activated a SIS ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same SIS ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating an account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE. 

  • Update Your Contact Information

To be sure you receive important information from your schools, update your phone numbers and/or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.

  • Update Immunizations and Records

Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. Please log in to SIS ParentVUE to see what immunizations your child has recorded. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services.

Remember to request your child’s immunization record and bring that to the school’s front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website. 

  • Attendance - Report Full Day absences

Beginning in the 24-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can submit full-day absences using ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE.

Prepare for Meals at School 

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students. 

The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. 

Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced MealsThe application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.

School Supplies

If you ordered school supplies through the PTA, those will be delivered to your child's classroom prior to Open House. We're grateful to Meghan Test for spearheading this PTA initiative for several years and are thankful to Wendy Harris for stepping in to support.

Supply lists for kindergarten through sixth grade can be found on our school website. 

Patrol Meeting

Mrs. Massimo and Mrs. Maxwell-Gold will host a patrol training in the cafeteria Friday, August 16, 2023 from 10 - 12. This will be an opportunity for 5th and 6th grade patrols to learn more about the responsibilities associated with this leadership position. 

Three Hour Early Release Survey

This school year FCPS elementary schools will have seven early release Mondays. The goal of these days is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for the Virginia Literacy Act (27 hours of training) and other planning requirements. Learn more about the plan here.

Wakefield Forest will have a three hour early release on the following days:

  • September 16
  • October 21
  • November 18
  • February 10
  • March 10
  • April 21
  • May 12

A survey was sent to families on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Please complete the survey  to help us plan for families that require childcare. Based on information I have to date, the JCC and SACC plan to open early on these dates to accommodate the families already accessing them for childcare.

Student Consent Forms

Student consent forms currently available on ParentVue will be moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child.  If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.

Click here to fill out the forms.

Forms available include:

  • School Counseling Opt-out
  • Digital Resources Consent 
  • SEL Screener Opt-Out
  • Family Life Education Opt-out
  • SOL Retest Permission
  • Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
  • Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
Free Workshops for Families

Parents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).

In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.

Woodson Football Feeder Night Mission and Vision - Reminder

During the 2024-25 school year, Wakefield Forest will be working to develop a new mission and vision. As a part of this work, we will be reaching out to families for input. Our goal is to include feedback from our families, students and staff to develop our focus for the next several years. 

If you have questions about this process, email Principal Prindle at [email protected].

Student Accident Insurance Program

At the beginning of each school year, parents and/or guardians should be informed of the Student Accident Insurance Program, K&K Student Accident Insurance. Fairfax County Public Schools does not provide medical insurance for accidents that occur at school. Parents can purchase “at school” accident insurance or “24 hour” accident insurance (12 months a year). This is a low-cost insurance program for families to defray medical or dental expenses that results from an accident involving their child. More information can be found on the FCPS public site at Voluntary Student Insurance and on the FCPS Hub Student Accident Insurance Program.

Fairfax County Public Schools is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services, at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. To learn more visit the FCPS website.

Give Wakefield Forest a Follow! Contact Us

Attendance: 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]

WFES PTA Homepage

4011 Iva Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032 | Main Office: 703.503.2300

Attendance: 703.503.2323 or email | Web | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

WFES - News You Choose - Wednesday, August 7, 2024

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In this Issue... Important Upcoming Dates

August 7:       Kindergarten Play Date

August 14:     New Family Event

August 16:     Open House

August 16:     Patrol Meeting

August 19:     First Day of School 2024-25

August 29:     Woodson Football Feeder Night

August 30:     Student Holiday

September 2: Labor Day - Student Holiday

September 19: Back to School Night 

TODAY 8/7 - Kindergarten Play Date

All families with rising WFES kindergartners are invited to join us at our second and final Kindergarten Play Date at the Sprague Technology Center playground TODAY, August 7, from 4:30 - 5:30.  The address is 4414 Holborn Ave, Annandale, VA 22003.

This is a fantastic chance to get to know other kids and families in a fun environment. July's playdate was a huge success, so we hope to see you there today!

In the event of extreme weather, we will follow FCPS guidelines, which can be found here: fcps.edu

Open House

We are excited to welcome you for Open House on Friday, August 16, 2024 from 8:30 - 10:00 AM. During this visit students will be able to meet their teacher, find their classroom and drop off their school supplies. 

Patrol Meeting

Mrs. Massimo and Mrs. Maxwell-Gold will host a patrol training in the cafeteria Friday, August 16, 2023 from 10 - 12. This will be an opportunity for 5th and 6th grade patrols to learn more about the responsibilities associated with this leadership position. 

Staffing for 2024-25 SY

We have been working on staffing all summer as there were several unexpected changes since June. We were sad to lose Mrs. Yaman and Mrs. Rowader, who both moved out of state after the end of school. As of today, we have been able to fill all of our teacher and instructional assistant positions to start the school year. 

We are still working to hire Monitors for the 2024-25 school year. Monitors are paid hourly at a rate of $17.88.

Description: Provides supervision of students throughout the school day to include but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and noninstructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; works with individual and small groups of students.

Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Must be comfortable managing student behaviors in large and small groups, ensuring all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; and has general familiarity/skills with basic office technology in support of teachers, students, and the classroom.

To Apply:  Please email your resume to Amy Williams, assistant principal, [email protected].

Three Hour Early Release Dates

This school year FCPS elementary schools will have seven early release Mondays. The goal of these days is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for the Virginia Literacy Act (27 hours of training) and other planning requirements. Learn more about the plan here.

Wakefield Forest will have a three hour early release on the following days:

  • September 16
  • October 21
  • November 18
  • February 10
  • March 10
  • April 21
  • May 12

A survey will be shared shortly with all families about child care needs.

Student Consent Forms

Starting August 1st, Student consent forms currently available on ParentVue will be moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child.  If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.

Click here to fill out the forms.

Forms available include:

  • School Counseling Opt-out
  • Digital Resources Consent 
  • SEL Screener Opt-Out
  • Family Life Education Opt-out
  • SOL Retest Permission
  • Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
  • Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
Woodson Football Feeder Night Attendance Data

Last year with our strong focus on attendance, Wakefield Forest ended the year with 3.8% chronic absenteeism (This was the 3rd best in the school district.) Students who miss 18 days or more are considered chronically absent. 

School Year Calendar Wakefield Forest Family Engagement Survey Results

During spring of 2024 the school community was surveyed to gather information to inform continued growth as a school. Our school results can be found here.

5th and 6th grade FLE Pilot

Wakefield Forest ES has been selected to participate in a pilot for how Fairfax County Public Schools will teacher the Human Growth and Development unit of Family Life Education (FLE) in 5th and 6th grades. Additional information will be sent home to 5th and 6th grade families about the pilot. The pilot will include options for students to engage in the instruction in gender combined classes or classes gender separate classes. We will have an information session to share additional information.   

New Benchmark Curriculum 

As part of our Equitable Access to Literacy plan, FCPS is changing the way we teach reading to our K-6 students! Starting this school year, we will have a new curriculum for Language Arts which will help our students become better readers. Because of this new curriculum, all of our FCPS teachers who help our students learn how to read will have the same high-quality materials and lesson plans. When a student can read well, they do better in all of their classes and are more likely to graduate high school.

Mission and Vision

During the 2024-25 school year, Wakefield Forest will be working to develop a new mission and vision. As a part of this work, we will be reaching out to families for input. Our goal is to include feedback from our families, students and staff to develop our focus for the next several years. 

If you have questions about this process, email Principal Prindle at [email protected].

Varsity Tutors - Free Tutoring Opportunity

Fairfax County Public Schools is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services, at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. To learn more visit the FCPS website.

Need a 2023-24 Yearbook?

Anyone who missed out on ordering a 2023-24 yearbook can order one through Strawbridge starting July 1st. It will cost $14 plus $10 shipping. Use the link below starting July 1st to order.

https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/wakefield-forest-elementary-school/2023-2024-yearbooks-340/access?clearSessionAuthentication=1&utm_campaign+=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Updates on State Testing

FCPS submitted an intent to use our division’s nationally normed screener/growth assessments in place of the Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) in grade 3-8 reading and math. We are pleased to share that VDOE has accepted this decision for FCPS to not use VGA in 2024-25, as permitted under 2024 Virginia General Assembly legislation. This will eliminate four state assessments for students in grades 3-6 this year.

The alternative growth assessments that will be used this year are as follows.

  • Reading Gr. 3-8 (ES/MS) - iReady Reading
  • Math Gr. 3-6 (ES) - iReady Math
  • Math Gr. 6-8 (MS) - MAP Growth Math
Give Wakefield Forest a Follow! Contact Us

Attendance: 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]

WFES PTA Homepage

4011 Iva Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032 | Main Office: 703.503.2300

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