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RVES News and Notes - January 17

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January 17 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

It was fantastic to have a full week of school and get everyone back into their daily routines! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a great PTA meeting on Monday. We're also thrilled to celebrate with you at the Light Up Luau this evening—it's going to be a fun-filled event!

Looking ahead, the weather forecast shows colder temperatures next week. Please remind your students to grab their coats before heading to school. If your child has misplaced a coat, please check our Lost and Found, which is overflowing with items waiting to be claimed! If any families need assistance with winter gear, don't hesitate to reach out to me directly—we’re here to help.

Lastly, a quick reminder: there is no school on Monday, January 20, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Wishing you a wonderful long weekend—stay safe and stay warm!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Martin Luther King, Jr. and Day of Service

On the third Monday of January, people throughout the United States join in honoring the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As we witness nations around the world continue to struggle under the weight of violence, hate, and poverty, today’s social, political, and economic landscape reveals the urgent necessity of Dr. King’s philosophy and methodology of Nonviolence (Nonviolence365™). This history is a foundational part of American history.

Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of Dr. King year-round, and the celebration of a Day of Service is an opportunity to honor his work and legacy by actively participating in making our communities cleaner, safer, and more welcoming.

Upcoming Dates

Friday- January 17th - PTA Sponsored Event - Light Up Luau 6 PM - 8 PM
Monday - January 20th - Holiday - Martin Luther King Day - No School
Tuesday, January 28th - End of 2nd Quarter
Wednesday, January 29th - Teacher Workday - No School
Tuesday, February 4th - Chorus Concert - 7 PM RVES Cafeteria
Monday, February 10th - Early Relase Monday (3 hour early release at 1pm)
Tuesday, February 11th - International Night - 6 PM - 8 PM

THANK YOU!

The front office team would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the families who generously brought gifts and treats before winter break! Your thoughtful gestures mean so much to us, and we feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the warm and welcoming RVES community. Thank you for your kindness!

Buddies Club!

Today marked the start of our Buddies Club at Rolling Valley Elementary School! This inclusive club is designed to bring students of all ages and abilities together to socialize, build friendships, and have fun.

International Night:

Tuesday, February 11th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. We are looking for parents/students to share their home country/culture by bringing food, hosting an activity, or by doing a presentation. Please see your Friday Folders for more Information. You can sign up for International Night Here or by turning in the form in your Friday Folders. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms.O’Carroll at [email protected] and Ms. Walker at [email protected].

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

We are excited to announce that we are looking for a dedicated monitor for the 2024-2025 school year. This rewarding position offers a unique opportunity to spend quality time with our students and support their needs here at Rolling Valley. If you love interacting with children and want to make a positive impact in our school community, we would love to hear from you! If interested, please reach out to Veronica Del Bagno at [email protected].

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will continue and monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

PTA NEWS:

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: The PTA is offering Yoga Kids and Sports Mix this winter. Please see the flyer below for more details and registration information. All class offerings use online registration and are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please be aware that some classes will not run if there are insufficient students. If this is the case, your money will be refunded. For any questions, please contact the PTA’s After-School Programs Coordinator, Lisa Callahan, at (703)338-2989 or [email protected]. For scholarship information, please contact Ms. Del Bagno as soon as possible. All details and registration information can be found here: CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

TONIGHT! Friday, January 17; 6:00-8:00pm; Light-Up Luau Party @ RVES: Join us to dance the night away with our DJ and enjoy other themed activities, including a special Hula demonstration! You are welcome to wear luau attire. The event is free! Note that this event is for Rolling Valley students and their families and all students must be accompanied by an adult.

Wednesday, January 22; 11:30am-9:00pm; Spirit Event @ La Fiamma Italian Kitchen: Come support this Rolling Valley family-owned restaurant known for its authentic Italian cuisine. Dine in or get carryout and RVES will receive 10% of the proceeds! La Fiamma Italian Kitchen is located at 6124 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA.

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

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. For complete details, registration links, etc. for the events/opportunities listed below, please see the "Upcoming Events From SEPTA" announcement on rvespta.ptboard.com or click here: CLICK HERE

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

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RVES News and Notes - January 10

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January 10 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had the chance to enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating break! It was fantastic to see our students back in class today. For those who couldn’t make it today, we look forward to welcoming you back on Monday!

Looking ahead to next week, here’s a quick reminder: we have a virtual PTA meeting on Monday, January 13, and a fun PTA Light Up Luau on Friday, January 17. We hope to see many of you there!

Wishing you all a safe and restful weekend, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Monday!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Photo Credit - Susan Trinka (RVES Neighbor)

Upcoming Dates

Monday, January 13th - Virtual PTA Meeting 7 PM - 8 PM (Link will be sent)
Friday- January 17th - PTA Sponsored Event - Light Up Luau 6 PM - 8 PM
Monday - January 20th - Holiday - Martin Luther King Day - No School
Tuesday, January 28th - End of 2nd Quarter
Wednesday, January 29th - Teacher Workday - No School
Tuesday, February 4th - Chorus Concert - 7 PM RVES Cafeteria
Monday, February 10th - Early Relase Monday (3 hour early release at 1pm)
Tuesday, February 11th - International Night - 6 PM - 8 PM

First Day Back!

Our teachers were thrilled to welcome students back after the break! Today, our 3rd grade students kicked off the day by discussing their winter break experiences. They began exploring the question, “What makes people view the same experience in different ways?” The conversations among students was engaging and thoughtful—great to see such rich discourse happening in our classrooms! Welcome back, students—what a fantastic start to the new year!

🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration

Registration for the countywide lottery for FCPS’ Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program will open on Monday, January 13, 2025. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion program for the 2024-25 school year.

Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.

Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting held at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program Registration page for a list of meetings by language offered.

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and the DLI Program Registration webpage.

ST Math Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish.

To learn more about Family Math Nights, check out this video. We hope that all schools will help spread the word and work collaboratively to help us reach our goal of logging on for three million minutes as an FCPS community.

Information will be available through the Elementary Schoology groups for teachers to easily copy over materials and links for students to participate with their families during math week in the New Year.

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

PTA NEWS:

LIGHT-UP LUAU PARTY-VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The PTA's Light-Up Luau Party (formerly known as the Glow Disco Dance) is happening on Friday, January 17. See the "upcoming events" section for all details and note that we need some volunteers to help out - please click here to sign up today! CLICK HERE

AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: The PTA is offering Yoga Kids and Sports Mix this winter. Please see the flyer below for more details and registration information. All class offerings use online registration and are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please be aware that some classes will not run if there are insufficient students. If this is the case, your money will be refunded. For any questions, please contact the PTA’s After-School Programs Coordinator, Lisa Callahan, at (703)338-2989 or [email protected]. For scholarship information, please contact Ms. Del Bagno as soon as possible. All details and registration information can be found here: CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Monday, January 13; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ Virtual: Join us online for our January PTA meeting - all RVES families are welcome! The Zoom link is below.

Friday, January 17; 6:00-8:00pm; Light-Up Luau Party @ RVES: Join us to dance the night away with our DJ and enjoy other themed activities, including a special Hula demonstration! You are welcome to wear luau attire. The event is free, but registration is requested so that we know how many people to expect - please RSVP here: CLICK HERE Note that this event is for Rolling Valley students and their families and all students must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

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

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - January 3

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January 3 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

I hope everyone is enjoying a restful break. We look forward to welcoming all students back to school on Monday, January 6th, refreshed and ready for a new year of learning and growth!

Inclement Weather Updates
Recent news reports indicate the possibility of snow in the coming days. Please review the section below for information on how to stay informed about FCPS decisions regarding delays and closures.

We are excited to see everyone back in the building soon. Until then, enjoy the remainder of your break and have a safe and wonderful weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

December 27 - January 3 - Winter Break - No school (school resumes on Jan. 6)
Friday- January 17th - PTA Sponsored Event - Light Up Luau
Monday - January 20th - Holiday - Martin Luther King Day - No School
Tuesday, January 28th - End of 2nd Quarter
Wednesday 29th - Teacher Workday - No School
Tuesday, February 4th - Chorus Concert - 7PM RVES Cafeteria
Monday, February 10 - Early Relase Monday (3 hour early release at 1pm)

RVES Main Office - Closed during Winter Break.

Our staff will be taking time to be with their families over the break. The main office will be closed during Winter Break, December 21- January 3. The office will open on January 6, 2025. Staff will also not be available via email and will return your message when they come back in the new year. We hope that you enjoy the time with your families over the break.

❄️ Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be among the first to hear about weather delays and closings! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE. Emails and text messages are sent to parents and caregivers based on the addresses and cell phone numbers entered on this platform.

Reading Winter Challenge! Schools Closed, Learning Can Continue!

Hi Rolling Valley families! The Winter Reading Challenge went home in your child’s Friday folder, an optional fun reading activity for winter break if you would like to participate! Directions are on the flyer, copies can be found in the RV front office or on the Rolling Valley website. The public library is also hosting a winter reading challenge through the end of January if you would like to participate, find out more information at: https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/youth-WRA. Please keep track of any library books your child has at home over break so they can be returned when we come back in January! If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Reynolds, the librarian, at [email protected].

School Improvement & Innovation Plan (SIIP):

Dear Rolling Valley Families,

As we finish the first half of the school year and prepare to welcome a new year, I want to take a moment to share the incredible progress we've made toward our School Improvement and Innovation Plan (SIIP) goals!

This year, we are focused on three key areas:

Reading: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Reading Profile.
Mathematics: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Mathematics Profile in the problem-solving strand.
Portrait of a Graduate: By June 2025, 100% of students in Grades K-6 will self-reflect on their growth in communication from the beginning to the end of the year as measured by a checklist and/or team-created interviews or reflection sheets.

We’ve already collected our baseline data and are using this information to strategically guide our instruction, ensuring all students continue to make progress in these specific areas.

To involve our families in this important work, we’ve hosted two Principal Coffee and Instructional Insight meetings. These gatherings have been wonderful opportunities to connect, share, and learn about the strategies our teachers are using to elevate instruction in math and reading.

Our teachers have been implementing best practices, including strategies from Hands Down, Speak Out, to enhance classroom discussions and foster student engagement. We're excited to see the positive impact these approaches are having on your children’s learning experiences.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education. Together, we’re building a strong foundation for success!

🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration

Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and the DLI Program Registration webpage.

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

PTA NEWS:

LIGHT-UP LUAU PARTY! The PTA's Light-Up Luau Party (formerly known as the Glow Disco Dance) is happening on Friday, January 17. See below for details.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Monday, January 13; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ Virtual: Join us online for our January PTA meeting - all RVES families are welcome! The Zoom link will be sent out prior to the meeting.

Friday, January 17; 6:00-8:00pm; Light-Up Luau Party @ RVES: Join us to dance the night away with our DJ and enjoy other themed activities, including a special Hula demonstration! You are welcome to wear luau attire. The event is free, but registration is requested so that we know how many people to expect - please RSVP here: CLICK HERE Note that this event is for Rolling Valley students and their families and all students must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Community Events Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - December 27

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December 27 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a wonderful winter break! As we prepare to welcome 2025, don’t forget to check out the events and important dates listed below.

We look forward to seeing everyone back at Rolling Valley on Monday, January 6th! Until then, enjoy the rest of the break, stay safe, and have a fantastic start to the new year.

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

December 27 - January 3 - Winter Break - No school (school resumes on Jan. 6)
Friday- January 17th - PTA Sponsored Event - Light Up Luau
Monday - January 20th - Holiday - Martin Luther King Day - No School
Tuesday, January 28th - End of 2nd Quarter
Wednesday 29th - Teacher Workday - No School
Tuesday, February 4th - Chorus Concert - 7PM RVES Cafeteria
Monday, February 10 - Early Relase Monday (3 hour early release at 1pm)

RVES Main Office - Closed during Winter Break.

Reading Winter Challenge! Schools Closed, Learning Can Continue!

School Improvement & Innovation Plan (SIIP):

Dear Rolling Valley Families,

This year, we are focused on three key areas:

Reading: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Reading Profile.
Mathematics: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Mathematics Profile in the problem-solving strand.
Portrait of a Graduate: By June 2025, 100% of students in Grades K-6 will self-reflect on their growth in communication from the beginning to the end of the year as measured by a checklist and/or team-created interviews or reflection sheets.

We’ve already collected our baseline data and are using this information to strategically guide our instruction, ensuring all students continue to make progress in these specific areas.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education. Together, we’re building a strong foundation for success!

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

PTA NEWS:

LIGHT-UP LUAU PARTY! The PTA's Light-Up Luau Party (formerly known as the Glow Disco Dance) is happening on Friday, January 17. See below for details.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND HAVE A WONDERFUL WINTER BREAK!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Friday, January 17; 6:00-8:00pm; Light-Up Luau Party @ RVES: Join us to dance the night away with our DJ and enjoy other themed activities, including a special Hula demonstration! You are welcome to wear luau attire. The event is free, but registration is requested so that we know how many people to expect - please RSVP here: CLICK HERE Note that this event is for Rolling Valley students and their families and all students must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Community Events Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - December 20

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December 20 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

We had a busy and exciting week filled with wonderful activities and celebrations! Our 3rd grade students had an incredible field trip to the National Children’s Museum, where they explored hands-on STEAM activities that sparked their curiosity and creativity. We also enjoyed a fantastic band and strings concert that showcased the incredible talent and dedication of our student musicians.

To close out the week, we celebrated former principal Dr. Maureen Boland, who was honored with a resolution from Delegate Kathy Tran of the Virginia General Assembly. The resolution recognized Dr. Boland's outstanding years of service in education and her lasting impact on the community. Dr. Boland was joined by her father and husband for this special celebration, making the occasion even more meaningful.

As we look forward to winter break, we hope you and your family take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy special moments together. Stay safe, and have a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break - No school (school resumes on Jan. 6)
Friday- January 17th - PTA Sponsored Event - Light Up Luau
Monday - January 20th - Holiday - Martin Luther King Day - No School
Tuesday, January 28th - End of 2nd Quarter
Wednesday 29th - Teacher Workday - No School
Tuesday, February 4th - Chorus Concert - 7PM RVES Cafeteria
Monday, February 10 - Early Relase Monday (3 hour early release at 1pm)

3rd Grade Field Trip

This week the 3rd grade students recently visited the National Children's Museum for an engaging STEAM-focused field trip. The field trip combined the educational elements of a science center with the creativity of a children's museum, offering hands-on exhibits that inspired curiosity and collaboratoin as the students worked in groups.

RVES Main Office - Closed during Winter Break.

Reading Winter Challenge! Schools Closed, Learning Can Continue!

School Improvement & Innovation Plan (SIIP):

Dear Rolling Valley Families,

This year, we are focused on three key areas:

Reading: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Reading Profile.
Mathematics: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Mathematics Profile in the problem-solving strand.
Portrait of a Graduate: By June 2025, 100% of students in Grades K-6 will self-reflect on their growth in communication from the beginning to the end of the year as measured by a checklist and/or team-created interviews or reflection sheets.

We’ve already collected our baseline data and are using this information to strategically guide our instruction, ensuring all students continue to make progress in these specific areas.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education. Together, we’re building a strong foundation for success!

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

PTA NEWS:

LIGHT-UP LUAU PARTY! The PTA's Light-Up Luau Party (formerly known as the Glow Disco Dance) is happening on Friday, January 17. See below for details.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND HAVE A WONDERFUL WINTER BREAK!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Friday, January 17; 6:00-8:00pm; Light-Up Luau Party @ RVES: Join us to dance the night away with our DJ and enjoy other themed activities, including a special Hula demonstration! You are welcome to wear luau attire. The event is free, but registration is requested so that we know how many people to expect - please RSVP here: CLICK HERE Note that this event is for Rolling Valley students and their families and all students must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Community Events Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - December 13

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December 13 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

A huge thank you to the PTA for hosting a warm and delicious breakfast from the Silver Diner for the staff during today's staff learning! We are incredibly grateful for such a supportive PTA.

This week has been fantastic with all the fun spirit wear and smiles throughout the building! Looking ahead, Spirit Week Part 2 kicks off next week with the daily activities outlined below.

Next week also brings some exciting events:

📝 AAP Referrals Reminder - The deadline for AAP referrals is Sunday, December 15, at 11:59 PM.

🎶 Band and Strings Concert - Join us on Tuesday, December 17, at 7:00 PM for a wonderful evening of music.

Have a great weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

December 15th - Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)
December 17th - Band concert - 7 PM
December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break - No school (school resumes on Jan. 6)

Congratulations!

A Special Congratulations to the Winners of the Rolling Valley Employee Awards!

We are thrilled to celebrate this incredible group of staff members who have been selected for their outstanding contributions to our school. The nomination process was highly competitive, with many deserving individuals recognized. We are so grateful to have these exceptional team members representing Rolling Valley Elementary School at the Pyramid Level.

A heartfelt thank you to all the families who took the time to submit a nomination for an employee. Your thoughtful recognition and support mean so much to our team.

Thank you for all you do to make RVES a wonderful place to learn and grow!

Oustanding Teacher - Anna Markel

Outstanding Professional - Suzy Penn

Outstanding Operational Employee - Syliva Yanez

Outstanding New Teacher - Shannon Gilmore

Outstanding Leader - Eric Painter

Outstanding New Principal - Veronica Del Bagno *not pictured

RVES Spirit Week Dec. 9 - 13

Check out what is happening at Rolling Valley:

Please see the above calendar with some optional spirit days if your child would like to participate. We hope you will join in on the fun!

Local Full Time AAP at Rolling Valley

In an effort to provide local access to Full-Time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) services, our school is in the process of starting a Local Full-Time Program. Full-Time AAP services will be available at Rolling Valley in grade 3 beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. Full-Time AAP services will be expanded to grades 4-6 over the subsequent three school years. By the 2028-2029 school year, Full-Time AAP services will be available at our school in grades 3-6.

The Local Full-Time Program will allow center eligible students to stay at their neighborhood school and receive Full-Time AAP services and will provide increased opportunities for students throughout the school to access AAP curriculum and resources.

We are interested in your thoughts regarding Rolling Valley becoming a Local Full time program. Please complete this surveyto help us prepare for Local Full-Time AAP expansion! If you have any questions, please reach out to Krystyn Carey at [email protected].

School Improvement & Innovation Plan (SIIP):

Dear Rolling Valley Families,

This year, we are focused on three key areas:

Reading: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Reading Profile.
Mathematics: By June 2025, 100% of all students will increase by one level in communication on the Student Mathematics Profile in the problem-solving strand.
Portrait of a Graduate: By June 2025, 100% of students in Grades K-6 will self-reflect on their growth in communication from the beginning to the end of the year as measured by a checklist and/or team-created interviews or reflection sheets.

We’ve already collected our baseline data and are using this information to strategically guide our instruction, ensuring all students continue to make progress in these specific areas.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education. Together, we’re building a strong foundation for success!

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

PTA NEWS:

TEACHERS' FAVORITE THINGS: The PTA sent a survey to our teachers and staff to find out about their favorite things and make shopping for holiday gifts a little easier. Click here to see the responses! CLICK HERE

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - December 6

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December 6 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

The cold snap cam quickly! Even with the colder weather our students still managed to enjoy recess! As temperatures drop, please remind your students to grab their jackets on the way out and bring them home after school. If you think your student might have misplaced their coat, our Lost and Found is overflowing with jackets and hats—come take a look! If your family needs assistance with winter gear, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly.

Next week, we’re kicking off an optional Spirit Week! Check below for the daily themes and items your students can wear to join the fun. This follows our “Secret Underground Spirit Week,” where staff dressed up with a theme unbeknownst to students. It was so much fun seeing some of our students piece it together and guess what was going on!

Looking ahead, don’t forget to mark your calendars for December 17th when RVES will host the Winter Band and Strings Concert.

Stay warm and have a safe weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

December 15th - Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)
December 17th - Band concert - 7 PM
December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break - No school (school resumes on Jan. 6)

RVES Spirit Week Dec. 9 - 13

Check out what is happening at Rolling Valley:

Please see the above calendar with some optional spirit days if your child would like to participate. We hope you will join in on the fun!

Building Communication Skills in Second Grade!

This week, our second graders focused on improving their ability to communicate effectively by practicing the art of paraphrasing. They learned how to restate each other's ideas in their own words, a skill that enhances listening, understanding, and collaborative discussions. Great job, second grade, on strengthening these important skills!

Local Full Time AAP at Rolling Valley

Preparing For Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Please complete it as soon as possible.

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

24-25 School Year Monitor Needed

PTA NEWS:

WASHINGTON COMMANDERS GAME: A HUGE thank you to all the families who participated in the inaugural season of the "Kids in Command" program sponsored by the Washington Commanders. Families had a great time as they watched the Commanders take home the win against the Tennessee Titans! All participants were invited on the field after the game to take a group photo!!!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

TONIGHT- Friday, December 6; 6:00-9:00pm; Parents Night Out Fundraiser @ iCode in Burke: Kids ages 6-12 can come play games in iCode's decked out gaming hub while parents or guardians enjoy a night out! The cost is $25 per child (pizza is included), with all proceeds going to the RVES PTA! iCode is located at 6045 Burke Centre Pkwy, Suite 202 in Burke. Space is limited - register online today using this link! CLICK HERE

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm. Communication around the November 18 Early Release was sent out to families. Please contact the school at 703-923-2700 or [email protected] if you have any questions.

February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

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RVES News and Notes - November 26

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November 26 - News and Notes!

Dear Rolling Valley Families,

As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, we want to wish you and your families a restful and relaxing break. We hope you have the opportunity to enjoy time with loved ones and recharge.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday, December 2. Please note that the Rolling Valley office will be closed during the break.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

Tuesday, November 26th - Last day to submit nomiation for Outstanding Employee
November 27-29th - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 15th - Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)
Tuesday, December 17th - Winter Band Concert - 7-8 PM

Outstanding Employee Awards! Give The Ultimate Shoutout!!

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Rolling Valley ES Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link: https://forms.gle/CBC3cccyp51vNW5p6 .You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below.

Outstanding Teacher

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)

Outstanding Leader

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

Outstanding Professional Employee

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 26, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Anne Walker at [email protected].

Boundary Review Community Meeting

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on

Tuesday, December 3, 6:30-8 p.m., Lake Braddock Secondary School Cafeteria, Region 4.

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available.

If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.

Reminder: Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Krystyn Carey, [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024.

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data points which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement. Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection by emailing Krystyn Carey, [email protected].

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall.

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

PTA NEWS:

SPIRITWEAR: Our brand new RVES spiritwear is now on sale - options include t-shirts (short and long sleeve), hoodies (pullover and full zip up), sweatpants, and a locally-made RVES ornament! Click here to order yours by December 4! CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Sunday, December 1; 1:00pm; Tennessee Titans v. Washington Commanders @ Northwest Stadium: RVES has partnered with the Washington Commanders to participate in their inaugural program- KIDS IN COMMAND! Families will receive discounted tickets, an on-field photo, and exclusive group seating, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the RVES PTA! Don't miss out on this exclusive offer to see the Washington Commanders play the Tennessee Titans. Event ticket pricing as low as $45 (+fees). Purchase your tickets today using this link! CLICK HERE

Friday, December 6; 6:00-9:00pm; Parents Night Out Fundraiser @ iCode in Burke: Kids ages 6-12 can come play games in iCode's decked out gaming hub while parents or guardians enjoy a night out! The cost is $25 per child (pizza is included), with all proceeds going to the RVES PTA! iCode is located at 6045 Burke Centre Pkwy, Suite 202 in Burke. Space is limited - register online today using this link! CLICK HERE

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

Click here to join the PTA today!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

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RVES News and Notes - November 22

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November 22 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

Today we wrapped up our Book Fair, and a huge thank-you goes out to everyone for your support in making this such a successful event! A special shoutout to Mrs. Reynolds and Mrs. Rucker for dedicating so much time and effort to setting up and running the fair throughout the week.

Below, you’ll find photos from two exciting events: the Pyramid Challenge and our Thanksgiving Luncheon!

Pyramid Challenge:
What a fantastic turnout we had this year! Rolling Valley won the Participation Award, with 35% of our student population taking part. We also earned second place for the Points Award, with 12 Rockin' Robins finishing in the top 5 of their respective races. Even Rocky had an impressive run, holding first place until a minor detour took him off track — he’ll be back stronger next year!
Thanksgiving Luncheon:
It was wonderful to welcome so many family members into the school for our Thanksgiving luncheon. Sharing this special time with our community was a wonderful experience, and we’re so thankful for your participation.

This week, we also hosted K-3 and 4-6 Community Gatherings, where 3rd and 6th grade students showcased their recent classroom projects. It was inspiring to see the creativity and hard work our students put into their learning.

We love to hear from our community! A friendly reminder that next week is the final week to submit Outstanding Employee Nominations. Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete the form and help us celebrate the amazing things our staff are doing.

Lastly, thank you for your support and communication, which ensured a smooth early release this past Monday. Our next early release Monday isn’t until February. We will send out future communication when that date gets closer.

Thank you all again for your continued support, and have a wonderful weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

Tuesday, November 26th - Last day to submit nomiation for Outstanding Employee
November 27-29th - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 15th - Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)

Outstanding Employee Awards! Give The Ultimate Shoutout!!

Outstanding Teacher

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)

Outstanding Leader

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

Outstanding Professional Employee

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 26, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Anne Walker at [email protected].

Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

PTA NEWS:

PYRAMID CHALLENGE: A HUGE thank you to everyone who supported this year's Pyramid Challenge, including David Hughes Orthodontics, Brian Meli, the Burke Volunteer Fire Department, In-House Printing, Irving Middle School, Steve Broderick Photography, Trader Joe's and everyone who volunteered to help!

Rolling Valley won the participation award with 35% of the student population participating and came in second for the points award with 12 Rockin' Robins placing in the top 5 of their respective races!

Steve Broderick, a professional sports photographer, took photos at the event and they can be accessed and downloaded for FREE here - just click on client galleries, select Pyramid Challenge and enter your email! CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

Click here to join the PTA today!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

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RVES News and Notes - November 15

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November 15 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

We’re excited to kick off our annual Book Fair tomorrow! Families are welcome to visit and shop from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. While you're enjoying the day, we hope to see you at the Pyramid Challenge, cheering on our RVES students and Rocky in the mascot race!

A big thank-you to all the parents who attended last night’s Advanced Academic Placement (AAP) information session. As a reminder, the Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline for students in Grades 2-6 is December 15.

Next week is shaping up to be a busy one!

Monday, November 18: We have our 3rd Early Release at 1:00 PM. Communication about this was sent earlier, but if you have any questions, feel free to email us. After dismissal, the Book Fair will have special shopping hours from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for families, and we’ll also host an in-person PTA meeting in the evening.
Thursday, November 21: Join us for an Instructional Insight session focused on Math from 9:20 to 10:20 AM. Following that, we’re excited to host our Thanksgiving Lunch, and the Book Fair will be open for families to stop by throughout the day!

We can’t wait to see you at these events!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

PTA NEWS:

PYRAMID CHALLENGE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We still need volunteers for the following slots at the Pyramid Challenge THIS Saturday, November 16 - please click on the sign-up to help us out! Note that you can still watch your kid(s) run if you volunteer!

Volunteer check-in table (2 adults)

Finish line assistant (adult)

Parking guides (2 adults)

Running buddies for unified course (kids or teens)

Sign-up link: CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Saturday, November 16; 10:00am-12:00pm; West Springfield Pyramid Challenge Fun Run @ Washington Irving Middle School: The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that was started over a decade ago. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Registration is now CLOSED. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up here - there are volunteer opportunities for adults, high schoolers and middle schoolers! Sign-up link: CLICK HERE

Monday, November 18; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting: All RVES families are welcome to attend our November general membership meeting on Monday, November 18 at 7:00pm in the RVES cafeteria.

Monday, November 18; 1:00-9:00pm; Spirit Event @ Ledo Pizza: Dine in or get carryout from Ledo in West Springfield and RVES will receive 10% of the proceeds! Be sure to show the flyer or mention the fundraiser in order for us to get credit! Note that this is only at Ledo at 8324 Old Keene Mill Road.

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Upcoming Dates

Saturday, November 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Saturday, November 16th - School Open for the Book Fair from 10:30-1:30pm
Monday, November 18th - Early Release Monday - 1:00pm dismissal
Monday, November 18th - Friday, November 22 - School Book Fair
Monday, November 18th - Ledo's Fundraiser 1-9pm
Monday, November 18th - PTA Meeting School Cafeteria 7pm
Tuesday, November 19th - Fall Photo Retakes
Thursday, November 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!
Thursday, November 21st - Thanksgiving Lunch (Ticket sale information to purchase lunch for guest went home on Nov. 8)
Tuesday, November 26th - Last day to submit nomiation for Outstanding Employee
November 27-29th - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 15th - Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)

Early Release Mondays Schedule

November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

Scholastic Book Fair at RVES

It’s the most book-a-rific time of the year! The Scholastic Book Fair is HERE!

Family Day: Saturday, November 16th from 10:30am-1:30pm

Student Shopping Days During School: November 18-22 and during Thanksgiving Lunch!

SPECIAL SHOPPING HOURS: Monday, November 18th 1:30-3:30 with families after the early release!

Look for information in your child’s Friday Folder!

We are looking for volunteers next Friday to help pack up the book fair! Please visit https://bit.ly/rvbookfairvol2024 if you are willing to help!

To set up a digital payment account (eWallet) for your child so they can shop without cash, please visit: https://bit.ly/rvewallet2024

To donate money to buy books for students who may not be able to, please visit https://bit.ly/donaterv24

Picture Retakes!

Picture Retake Day is Tuesday, November 19

This photo day is for students who were absent, new to the school, or who were not happy with their original package (students are required to return their original package to the photographer). No purchase is necessary.

Anyone who has not ordered can still preorder retake photos using the link below :

https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001133325#login

Outstanding Employee Awards!

Outstanding Teacher

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)

Outstanding Leader

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

Outstanding Professional Employee

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 26, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Anne Walker at [email protected].

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events

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RVES News and Notes - November 8

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November 8 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

Wow! What a quick week! We wrapped it up with a heartfelt Veterans Day assembly to honor the brave men and women who currently serve and who have served in our nation’s Armed Forces. Thank you all for your dedication and sacrifices.

We enjoyed some spring-like temperatures this week and are taking full advantage before the colder weather sets in! We’ve reached out to all families regarding early release this Monday. If you have questions or didn’t receive the email, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].

As a reminder, there is no school on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Upcoming Dates

Monday, November 11th - No School - Veterans Day
Tuesday, November 12th - Progress Reports visible in SIS ParentVue
Thursday, November 14th - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
Saturday, November 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Saturday, November 16th - School Open for the Book Fair from 10:30-1:30pm
Monday, November 18 - Friday, November 22 - School Book Fair
Tuesday, November 19 - Fall Photo Retakes
Thursday, November 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!
Thursday, November 21st - Thanksgiving Lunch (Ticket sale information to purchase lunch for guest will be coming home on Nov. 8)
November 27-29 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 15: Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)

Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication to our country inspire us and remind us of the freedoms we cherish each day. To our veteran families and community members, we thank you for your service and the invaluable role you play in enriching our school.

Scholastic Book Fair at RVES

It’s the most book-a-rific time of the year! The Scholastic Book Fair is returning next week!

Preview Days During School: November 14 & 15

Family Day: Saturday, November 16th from 10:30am-1:30pm

Student Shopping Days During School: November 18-22

SPECIAL SHOPPING HOURS: Monday, November 18th 1:30-3:30 with families after the early release!

Look for information in your child’s Friday Folder!

We couldn’t set up and preview the book fair without YOUR help and we are looking for volunteers to help us do just that! Please visit HERE

To set up a digital payment account (eWallet) for your child so they can shop without cash, please visit: HERE

To donate money to buy books for students who may not be able to, please visit HERE

Picture Retakes!

Picture Retake Day is Tuesday, November 19

Anyone who has not ordered can still preorder retake photos using the link below :

https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001133325#login

PTA NEWS:

PYRAMID CHALLENGE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We still need volunteers for the following slots at the Pyramid Challenge on Saturday, November 16 - please click on the sign-up to help us out! Note that you can still watch your kid(s) run if you volunteer!

RVES check-in table (adults)

Volunteer check-in table (adults)

Finish line assistants (adults)

Parking guides (adults)

Running buddies for unified course (kids or teens)

Sign-up link: CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm. Communication around the November 18 Early Release was sent out to families. Please contact the school at 703-923-2700 or [email protected] if you have any questions.

November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Advanced Academic Resource Teacher & Information

Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:

Please join us for an information night on Thursday, November 14 at 6PM in the cafeteria to talk about the Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) screening process and future offerings for students who have qualified for Full Time (formerly referred to as Level IV) services.

We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey [email protected]

Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome

November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM

In-Person; Cafeteria

AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE

AAP Screening

Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.

The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.

Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.

Please reach out to Krystyn Carey ([email protected]), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.

Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - October 31

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OCTOBER 31 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

A huge thank you to the PTA, our dedicated teacher volunteers, and parent volunteers who helped make last weekend’s Fun Fair and Haunted House a huge success! It was wonderful to see so many past and present Rockin' Robins join in the festivities.

We also held our first Instructional Insight meeting, where families gathered to learn about our new reading curriculum and how it looks in RVES classrooms. Thank you to those families who were able to attend!

In addition, the PTA sponsored a school-wide assembly, Is it Magic or is it Science? The presentation sparked curiosity and brought lots of laughter and smiles to our students.

With a short week coming up, please make sure to check the important dates below. Wishing everyone a fun and safe long weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Upcoming Dates

Friday, November - 1st - No School - Diwali and All Saints Day (student and staff holiday)
Sunday, November 3rd - Daylight saving time will end on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 a.m
Monday, November - 4th - No School - School Planning Day (student holiday)
Tuesday, November 5th - No School - Teacher Workday (student holiday)
Friday, November 8th - Veterans Day Assembly - 2:30pm (Vetern recognition sheet will be in folders on Oct. 31 - Optional)
Friday, November 8th - Q1 Progress Reports going home
Monday, November 11th - No School
Tuesday, November 12th - Progress Reports visible in SIS ParentVue
Thursday, November 14th - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
Saturday, November 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Saturday, November 16th - School Open for the Book Fair from 10:30-1:30pm
Monday, November 18 - Friday, November 22 - School Book Fair
Tuesday, November 19 - Fall Photo Retakes
Thursday, November 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!
Thursday, November 21st - Thanksgiving Lunch (Ticket sale information to purchase lunch for guest will be coming home on Nov. 8)
November 27-29 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 15: Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)

PTA NEWS:

PYRAMID CHALLENGE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a free fun run that was started over a decade ago, and it will take place on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Irving Middle School. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Registration has now closed to allow us enough time to order t-shirts. However, if you are interested in volunteering, please sign up here - there are volunteer opportunities for adults, high schoolers and middle schoolers! Sign-up link: CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

What's happening at RVES! 2nd & 4th Graders

Our 2nd grade (Kaplewicz) and 4th grade (Anstett) learning partners teamed up for some exciting pumpkin math activities that encouraged communication and collaboration! Students worked together to weigh their pumpkins, measure height, calculate circumference, describe their pumpkins with adjectives, and more. It was a hands-on learning experience filled with seasonal fun and teamwork!

PARENT DIGITAL CONSENT – OPT-OUTS

The Parent Digital Consent (PDC) portal, the Opt-Out form will close for parent/caregiver completion on November 1, 2024. After November 1, parents and caregivers wishing to opt-their child out of FLE instruction may complete and return the paper opt-out form or send a written note/email with their request.

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm. Communication Communication around the November 18 Early Release will be sent out via e-notify.

November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Advanced Academic Resource Teacher & Information

Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:

We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey [email protected]

Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome

November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM

In-Person; Cafeteria

AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE

AAP Screening

Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.

The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.

Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.

Please reach out to Krystyn Carey ([email protected]), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.

Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - October 25

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October 25 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our virtual PTA meeting on Monday! It’s been a busy week here at RVES, with our second early release Monday and a fun field trip for kindergarten today! Around the building, classes are working hard to finish strong as we wrap up the 1st Quarter.

We’re also excited for an upcoming PTA-sponsored school assembly on Tuesday, Oct. 29, featuring the presentation "Is it Magic or is it Science?" This interactive experience is sure to inspire curiosity and wonder in our students!

We hope you can join us on Wednesday, Oct. 30, for our first Instructional Insight Coffee! We’ll meet in the library at 9:20 to discuss our reading curriculum and how it’s implemented in classrooms at Rolling Valley.

A few reminders: the Quarter ends on Thursday, Oct. 31, with a 2-hour early release, and dismissal will begin at 2:00 p.m. There is no school on Nov. 1, Nov. 4, and Nov. 5. Please check the Important Dates section below for a full list of upcoming events.

Tomorrow, Oct. 26, is our annual Fun Fair and Haunted House! We look forward to seeing you there. Have a wonderful weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Upcoming Dates

Saturday, October 26th - RVES Fun Fair & Haunted House - 4:30-8:30
Tuesday, October 29th - PTA sponsored school-wide assembly "Is It Magic or Is It Science?"
Wednesday, October 30th - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am - All about Reading - **See flyer below!
Wednesday, October 30th - Book Character Day
Thursday, October 31st - 2 Hour Early Release (End of the Quarter)
Friday, November - 1st - No School - Diwali and All Saints Day (student and staff holiday)
Monday, November - 4th - No School - School Planning Day (student holiday)
Tuesday, November 5th - No School - Teacher Workday (student holiday)
Friday, November 8th - Veterans Day Assembly - 2:30pm (Vetern recognition sheet will be in folders on Oct. 31 - Optional)
Friday, November 8th - Q1 Progress Reports going home
Monday, November 11th - No School
Tuesday, November 12th - Progress Reports visible in SIS ParentVue
Thursday, November 14th - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
Saturday, November 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Saturday, November 16th - School Open for the Book Fair from 10:30-1:30pm
Monday, November 18 - Friday, November 22 - School Book Fair
Tuesday, November 19 - Fall Photo Retakes
Thursday, November 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!
Thursday, November 21st - Thanksgiving Lunch (Ticket sale information to purchase lunch for guest will be coming home on Nov. 8)
November 27-29 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 15: Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline – all students Grades 2-6 (contact [email protected] with questions)

PTA NEWS:

THE HAUNTED HOUSE & FUN FAIR IS TOMORROW, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26! Please see below for all details!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Tickets can be purchased at the event inside the main entrance of RVES - cash only!

To volunteer for the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE

To volunteer for the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

To donate food and/or supplies, click here: CLICK HERE

Sunday, October 27 - Monday, October 28; Spirit Event @ Rice & Spice: Enjoy delicious Thai food from Rice & Spice in Kingstowne (6466 Landsdowne Ctr. Drive, Alexandria) each evening and Rolling Valley will receive a % of the proceeds! From Sunday, October 27- Monday, October 28, dine-in or get takeout from the restaurant. Be sure to mention the fundraiser or put the code "RVES" in the special instructions if you order online. Order online at: CLICK HERE

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

Library Spotlight Overdue Books:

Rockin’ Robin Families! We have a lot of overdue books that the library is looking for! Please check your child’s Friday Folder to see if they received an overdue notice and if so, please help them look around your home to locate the books and return them on Monday! Thank you for you help ensuring all of our books are returned for other Rockin’ Robins to enjoy!

Book Character Day:

Book Chracter Day is Wednesday, October 30th! This is an optional spirit day in which students can dress up as their favorite book characters! Please, no masks or weapons with costumes. Don’t forget to bring the book with you!

What's happening at RVES! 4-6th Graders

Some 4th through 6th-grade students have been learning about the importance of composting and how it contributes to sustainability. Recently, they had the opportunity to practice composting with our new compost bin, working together to turn organic waste into valuable compost. Through collaboration and communication, the students are taking active roles in caring for our environment and sharing ideas on how to continue beautifying our outdoor learning space. We’re excited to see their teamwork and dedication as they make our school a greener and more beautiful place!

PARENT DIGITAL CONSENT – OPT-OUTS

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm:

November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Advanced Academic Resource Teacher & Information

Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:

We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey [email protected]

Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome

November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM

In-Person; Cafeteria

AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE

AAP Screening

Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.

The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.

Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.

Please reach out to Krystyn Carey ([email protected]), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.

Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - October 18

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October 18 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

What a busy week it’s been! Staff participated in professional development on Monday, we hosted Parent Preview Night for Family Life Education on Wednesday, and there have been numerous parent-teacher conferences, along with many exciting activities happening in our classrooms. We’re looking forward to another great week ahead and enjoying these fun-filled days!

Just a reminder: our next early release is Monday, October 21, at 1:00 p.m.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Upcoming Dates

Monday, Oct. 21st - Early Release - 1:00 PM
Monday, Oct. 21st - PTA Meeting - Virtual (A link will be shared closer to the date of the meeting)
Saturday, October 26th - RVES Fun Fair & Haunted House - 4:30-8:30
Wednesday, October 30th - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am - All about Reading - **See flyer below!
Thursday, October 31st - 2 Hour Early Release (End of the Quarter)
Friday, Nov. 1st - No School
Monday, Nov. 4th - No School
Tuesday, Nov. 5th - No School
Monday, Nov. 11th - No School
Thursday, Nov. 14th - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
Saturday, Nov. 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Monday, Nov. 18 - Friday, Nov. 22 - School Book Fair
Thursday, Nov. 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm:

October 21
November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

PTA NEWS:

HAUNTED HOUSE & FUN FAIR: LOTS OF IMPORTANT INFO BELOW!

VOLUNTEERS! We can't run this event without a BUNCH of volunteers! Note that teens (7th grade and up) are welcome to volunteer, too. We are especially in need of Second Shift Haunted House volunteers!

To volunteer for the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE

To volunteer for the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

To donate food and/or supplies, click here: CLICK HERE

T-SHIRTS! The brand new Haunted House t-shirt is now on sale, and is available in your choice of blue or red! Pre-order yours today - advance sales will end on October 21! Order here: CLICK HERE

TICKETS! Buy your Haunted House & Fun Fair tickets in advance and save - see below for details!

LAST CHANCE! WANT TO SKIP THE LINE AT THE HAUNTED HOUSE? Everyone who joins the RVES PTA for the 2024-2025 school year by October 20 will be entered in a drawing for this SPOOK-TACULAR prize - one lucky winner will receive four “fast pass” admissions to the RVES Haunted House on Saturday, October 26 (they'll get free tickets AND go to the front of the line!) The winner will also get twenty bonus tickets to use as they wish at the event! Join the PTA today here: CLICK HERE

TEACHER APPRECIATION- CANDY DONATIONS: Please help the PTA by donating individually wrapped candy for Fall Goodie bags and show our teachers and staff how much we appreciate them! Items can be dropped off at the RVES office from October 21- October 25. Monetary donations to the teacher appreciation events fund can be made here: CLICK HERE

PYRAMID CHALLENGE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a free fun run that was started over a decade ago, and it will take place on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Irving Middle School. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Registration has now closed to allow us enough time to order t-shirts. However, if you are interested in volunteering, please sign up here - there are volunteer opportunities for adults, high schoolers and middle schoolers!

Sign-up link: (INSERT LINK)

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Monday, October 21; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ Virtual: Join us online for our October PTA meeting - all RVES families are welcome! The Zoom link is below.

Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 22 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount: CLICK HERE

Saturday, November 16; 10:00am-12:00pm; West Springfield Pyramid Challenge Fun Run @ Washington Irving Middle School: Registration is now CLOSED. Please consider volunteering using the link above.

SEPTA

Not sure if you're a current SEPTA member? Email [email protected] to check.

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

ZOOM INFORMATION FOR 10/21 PTA MEETING:

Use this link to join our online PTA meeting: CLICK HERE

Or call in using this number: 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 882 2713 6327 Passcode: 022936

What's happening at RVES! 6th Grade!

Our 6th graders actively practiced their collaboration and communication skills while exploring the Astronomy unit. They examined Earth's patterns, cycles, changes, and Earth-Space systems, expanding their understanding of the universe around us!

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Advanced Academic Resource Teacher & Information

Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:

We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey [email protected]

Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome

November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM

In-Person; Cafeteria

AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE

AAP Screening

Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.

The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.

Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.

Please reach out to Krystyn Carey ([email protected]), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.

West Springfield HS Truck or Treat Event!

The West Springfield High School Student Government Association is excited to host this annual event to engage with our community and provide a sweet treat for local elementary school students. This year’s Truck or Treat will take place on Saturday, October 19th at 5 pm in the WSHS Upper Parking Lot.

In addition to passing out candy, we’ll also be showing a spooky-themed movie on the football field for extra fun! See the attached poster for more details. We hope to see you there!

WSHS Low Incidence Small Business

DID YOU KNOW… the special education students in the Low Incidence program at WSHS started a small business?! We make Crayon Letters, Lanyards, Wooden Signs and Cups!

Original Creations is a small business that offers meaningful work experiences to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at West Springfield High School. It provides opportunities for them to develop a wide range of functional skills that are essential for independence. It celebrates their willingness to learn, as well as the hard work and love they put into each product.

Check it out and share with family/friends! https://sites.google.com/view/wshsoriginalcreations/home

Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - October 11

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October 11 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

We had a fantastic week filled with fun activities in our classrooms, and the beautiful weather gave our students plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors!

Our Curriculum Night on Thursday was a great success, and it was wonderful to see so many families learning about the exciting work happening in math, literacy, and advanced academics across Rolling Valley.

Reminders:

No School on Monday, October 14
Picture Day is Tuesday, October 15
FLE Parent Preview will be held virtually on Wednesday, October 16

We look forward to another great week ahead!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

On the second Monday of October and the month of November, people all over the United States celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Native American Heritage Month.

Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day.

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Upcoming Dates

Monday, October 14th - No School
Tuesday - October 15th - School Fall Picture Day
Wednesday, October 16th - 6:30 FLE Parent Preview - Virtual (link will be sent closer to date)
Monday, Oct. 21st - Early Release - 1:00 PM
Monday, Oct. 21st - PTA Meeting - Virtual (A link will be shared closer to the date of the meeting)
Saturday, October 26th - RVES Fun Fair & Haunted House - 4:30-8:30
Wednesday, October 30th - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am - All about Reading - **See flyer below!
Thursday, October 31st - 2 Hour Early Release (End of the Quarter)
Friday, Nov. 1st - No School
Monday, Nov. 4th - No School
Tuesday, Nov. 5th - No School
Monday, Nov. 11th - No School
Thursday, Nov. 14th - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
Saturday, Nov. 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Monday, Nov. 18 - Friday, Nov. 22 - School Book Fair
Thursday, Nov. 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!

Early Release Mondays Schedule

Rolling Valley ES will have a three hour early release on the below dates at 1:00 pm:

October 21
November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12

PTA - Rolling Valley Fun Fair & Haunted House - Oct. 26

Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 22 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount.

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! We need volunteers to help at the Haunted House and Fun Fair! Note that teens (7th grade and up) are welcome to volunteer too! If you're interested, please contact Haunted House co-chairs Amanda Alper and Kathy Harris ([email protected]) or Fun Fair chair Mellissa Obha ([email protected]).

To volunteer at the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE

To volunteer at the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

To donate food or supplies to the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

What's happening at RVES! 4th Grade!

Our fourth graders recently took on an exciting teamwork challenge during their morning meeting! Using only a piece of string, teams were tasked with stacking cups as high as they could. Each group had to collaborate, communicate, and strategize to create a plan, test it, and adjust their approach as needed. The activity not only fostered problem-solving skills but also highlighted the importance of working together to achieve a common goal.

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Advanced Academic Resource Teacher & Information

Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:

We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey [email protected]

Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome

November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM

In-Person; Cafeteria

AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE

AAP Screening

Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.

The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.

Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.

Please reach out to Krystyn Carey ([email protected]), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.

Free Immunization Event

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:

Saturday, October 12th, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times.

School Picture Day is Coming!

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024

📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day

🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132673#login

📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at [email protected]

FLE Parent Preview

You are invited to attend a virtual evening session Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 PM to preview the Family Life Education (FLE) media and lessons, and to engage in conversation with school staff about the program.

Parents/guardians who do not wish for their child to participate in FLE instruction can opt them out of any or all lessons. For students in general education classes, opt-out forms are available through the Parent Digital Consent (PDC). For students in special education or those using the modified FLE lessons for the 2024-2025 school year, a paper opt-out form is required. These forms can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/curriculum/subject-area/family-life-education-fle/fle-opt-out-request-forms.

West Springfield HS Truck or Treat Event!

In addition to passing out candy, we’ll also be showing a spooky-themed movie on the football field for extra fun! See the attached poster for more details. We hope to see you there!

Pyramid Challenge Sat., Nov. 16 from 10-12:30 Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events JOIN THE PTA!

Did you know PTA memberships are only valid for one year? By becoming a member, you'll receive updates on PTA-sponsored events and be the first to know about volunteer opportunities at the school!

Check something off your to-do list and support the PTA’s initiatives by joining today. Your $15 membership fee helps fund special events, teacher appreciation activities, school resources, and much more. And while we love volunteers, there’s no time or volunteer commitment required to be a PTA member.

Join online today at CLICK HERE!

PTA NEWS:

HAUNTED HOUSE & FUN FAIR: LOTS OF IMPORTANT INFO BELOW!

VOLUNTEERS! We can't run this event without a BUNCH of volunteers! Note that teens (7th grade and up) are welcome to volunteer, too.

To volunteer for the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE

To volunteer for the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

To donate food and/or supplies, click here: CLICK HERE

T-SHIRTS! The brand new Haunted House t-shirt is now on sale, and is available in your choice of blue or red! Pre-order yours today - advance sales will end on October 18! Please submit your t-shirt order form to the main office.

TICKETS! Buy your Haunted House & Fun Fair tickets in advance and save - see below for details!

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]!

WANT TO SKIP THE LINE AT THE HAUNTED HOUSE? Everyone who joins the RVES PTA for the 2024-2025 school year by October 20 will be entered in a drawing for this SPOOK-TACULAR prize - one lucky winner will receive four “fast pass” admissions to the RVES Haunted House on Saturday, October 26 (they'll get free tickets AND go to the front of the line!) The winner will also get twenty bonus tickets to use as they wish at the event! Join the PTA today here: CLICK HERE

PYRAMID CHALLENGE: LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS TUESDAY, 10/15!

The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that was started over a decade ago. The event will take place on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Irving Middle School. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. Register your student by Tuesday, 10/15 using the website below!CLICK HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Monday, October 21; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA General Membership Meeting @ Virtual: Join us online for our October PTA meeting - all RVES families are welcome! The Zoom link will be sent out next week.

Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 22 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount: CLICK HERE

SEPTA News:

SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA):

Fairfax County SEPTA serves all special education, special needs, and disabled students, their families, and educators in Fairfax County, Virginia. We need your help to reach more families and educators!

Join at: CLICK HERE

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. For more information visit the SEPTA website at www.FairfaxCountySEPTA.org

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

6703 Barnack Dr, West Springfield, VA 22152 | Main Office: 703-923-2700

Attendance: 703-923-2727 | Web | Facebook

RVES News and Notes - October 3

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October 3 - News and Notes!

Rolling Valley Families,

This week we managed a short but productive week. We managed to get outside as much as possible this week, though we found ourselves playing more indoor games as well. Looking ahead, we have a busy couple of weeks with several important events on the calendar, including Curriculum Night on Thursday, October 10, no school on Monday, October 14, Picture Day on Tuesday, October 15, and the FLE Parent Preview on Wednesday, October 16.

We’ve listed all the important dates for the month below.

Have a nice and safe long weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday!

Veronica Del Bagno

Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal

Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day.

Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed for Rosh Hashanah.

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is one of Judaism’s holiest days. Meaning “head of the year” or “first of the year,” the festival begins on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, which falls during September or October. Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in the Yom Kippur holiday, also known as the Day of Atonement.

Upcoming Dates

Thursday, October 3rd - No School - Rosh Hashanah
Friday, October 4th - No School
Thursday, October 10th - Curriculum Night - Advanced Academics, Literacy, Mathematics (parents/guardians only) 6-8 pm **See flyer below!
Monday, October 14th - No School
Tuesday - October 15th - School Fall Picture Day
Wednesday, October 16th - 6:30 FLE Parent Previrew - Virtual (link will be sent closer to date)
Monday, Oct. 21st - Early Release - 1:00 PM
Monday, Oct. 21st - PTA Meeting - Virtual (A link will be shared closer to the date of the meeting)
Saturday, October 26th - RVES Fun Fair & Haunted House - 4:30-8:30
Wednesday, October 30th - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am - All about Reading - **See flyer below!
Thursday, October 31st - 2 Hour Early Release (End of the Quarter)
Friday, Nov. 1st - No School
Monday, Nov. 4th - No School
Tuesday, Nov. 5th - No School
Monday, Nov. 11th - No School
Thursday, Nov. 14th - Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services - School Cafeteria 6-7 PM
Saturday, Nov. 16th - Pyramid Challenge - 10-12:30 @ Irving MS
Monday, Nov. 18 - Friday, Nov. 22 - School Book Fair
Thursday, Nov. 21st - Instructional Insights: Coffee with the Principal & Team –9:20-10:20am -All about Math - **See flyer below!

PTA - Rolling Valley Fun Fair & Haunted House - Oct. 26

Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 22 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount.

To volunteer at the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE

To volunteer at the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

To donate food or supplies to the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

What's happening at RVES! Communication & Collaboration at Hemlock!

6th Grade Tackles Hemlocks Ropes Course!

Our 6th grade students recently went on an exciting adventure at the Hemlock Rope Course. Despite a bit of mud, the students embraced the challenge with enthusiasm! This field trip offered a unique opportunity for our students to strengthen their communication and collaboration skills as they navigated a series of obstacles together.

From balancing across ropes to conquering team-based challenges, each group worked together to find creative solutions, encourage one another, and reach the finish line as a cohesive unit. The experience not only tested their physical abilities but also highlighted the importance of teamwork and problem-solving. We are so proud of our students for their perseverance and team spirit!

2024 - 2025 School Calendar

The 2024 - 2025 FCPS School Year Calendar can be accessed here. We encourage families to review the calendar when considering trips or preplanned absences.

Curriculum Night! October 10 6-8PM

Parents/Guardians,

Join us for Curriculum Night, where the Math Coach and Literacy Coach will share valuable information about the curriculum and instructional practices happening at RV! Additionally, the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher will share information on the Advanced Academic Prorgam.

Feel free to attend one session or stay for all three! We hope to see you there!

Advanced Academic Resource Teacher & Information

Information Night about AAP Screening and Full Time Services at Rolling Valley:

We will discuss the screening process and how to apply.
The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
We will provide information about how Rolling Valley will begin offering Full Time AAP services for 3rd grade next year.
If you have any questions about this program or the screening process, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Krystyn Carey [email protected]

Audience- Specific to Rising 3rd, Rising 4th, & Rising 5th grade; All Welcome

November 14th, 6:00-7:00 PM

In-Person; Cafeteria

AAP Newsletter: CLICK HERE

AAP Screening

Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January.

The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15.

Parents are invited to attend an AAP information session to learn about services in FCPS at Curriculum Night on October 10, 6-8 p.m.

Please reach out to Krystyn Carey ([email protected]), Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, with any questions you might have.

School Picture Day is Coming!

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024

📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day

🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132673#login

📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at [email protected]

FLE Parent Preview

Pyramid Challenge Sat., Nov. 16 from 10-12:30 Upcoming Rolling Valley Principal Chat Events JOIN THE PTA!

Did you know PTA memberships are only valid for one year? By becoming a member, you'll receive updates on PTA-sponsored events and be the first to know about volunteer opportunities at the school!

Join online today at CLICK HERE!

PTA NEWS:

Saturday, October 26; 4:30-8:30pm; Haunted House & Fun Fair @ RVES: The RVES PTA is thrilled to once again host the Haunted House & Fun Fair! This long standing community tradition is one of our biggest fundraisers, and you don't want to miss it! Purchase your tickets online by October 22 at rvespta.ptboard.com and receive a discount.

To volunteer at the Haunted House, click here: CLICK HERE

To volunteer at the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

To donate food or supplies to the Fun Fair, click here: CLICK HERE

If you have trouble accessing any of the links above, please email [email protected]

SEPTA News

SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA):

Join at: CLICK HERE

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. For more information visit the SEPTA website at www.FairfaxCountySEPTA.org

Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at [email protected] with any questions or comments!

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