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Monday, May 12th
3 Hour Early Release at 1:05pm
To ensure your child gets home safely, we will follow every student’s previously recorded dismissal plan from the last early release. We appreciate your support and look forward to a smooth and successful early release day!
Family Input for Class
Placements 2024-2025
As we begin planning for the 2025–2026 school year, we invite your input. Creating class assignments involves careful consideration of numerous factors to ensure a positive and productive learning environment for all students. We recognize that a strong teacher-student match and a balanced classroom dynamic contribute to student success.
If there is additional information about your child—particularly regarding learning style or classroom environment—that you believe would be helpful for school staff to know, please complete the 2025-2026 Class Placement - Family Input Form by Friday, May 23, 2025. This is a firm deadline. If you have more than one child attending Garfield, please complete a separate form for each student. Sharing information about your child is optional.
Please understand that while we value and consider all input, specific teacher requests and/or requests to place your child (or not place your child) with certain students cannot always be honored. We cannot guarantee specific placement requests. Our primary goal is to create well-balanced classes that meet the diverse needs of all students.
Specialist Newsletter
April Edition
Read our Specialist Newsletter here
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SOL Testing Dates
Students in grades 3–5 will be taking the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) tests between April 30 and May 30, 2025. These assessments are an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year! To help your child do their very best, please make every effort to ensure they are at school on testing days. If possible, we kindly ask that you avoid scheduling vacations or appointments during this window.
If your child will be absent due to an observed religious holiday, just let their teacher know—we’re happy to make arrangements to ensure they can complete their tests at another time.
A good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and a positive attitude can go a long way in helping your child feel confident and ready. Thank you for your continued support—we're proud of our students and all they've accomplished!
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FCPS Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Public Hearing
The School Board will hold a public hearing on final budget adjustments on Tuesday, May 13, at 6 p.m. Sign up to speak by Monday, May 12, at 4:30 p.m.
Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings
Families, staff, and community members will soon be able to explore and visualize potential boundary scenarios using a customized Boundary Explorer Tool. The tool will be accessible from the FCPS website. You are also invited to participate in another series of community meetings in order to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before the start of summer break.
- Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Oakton High School
- Friday, May 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Robinson Secondary School
- Monday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Herndon High School
- Friday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis High School
- Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Annandale High School
- Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Whitman Middle School
- Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Chantilly High School
- Friday, June 6, 6:30–8 p.m., Glasgow Middle School
Each meeting will be hybrid, meaning that you may attend in person or via Zoom. Childcare for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed. Registration links will be shared soon. Another round of community meetings will be held in the fall.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review page for more information.
Community Events
☀️ Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School! During this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Learn about summer programs for children and resources from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and other fun activities. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Summer Strings
Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 7-18, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.
You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.
Resources Available to FCPS Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
- School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
- FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family engagement.
- FCPS Family Academy – We know that as a parent or caregiver, you play a critical role in your child’s education. The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child’s needs and learning at home. The Family Academy also includes information about resources to help you ensure your child has what they need to succeed. See upcoming events below.
Upcoming Family Academy Events
Visit the Family Academy catalog for more information on upcoming sessions and to register to attend.
Quick Links
- ParentVue
- FCPS News
- Garfield PTA
- School Meal Menus
- Here Comes The Bus
- Schoology
- Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
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We are in this together!! We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern. Thank you for your support and being part of our team!
Your Garfield Partner Principals,
Mrs. Peerman, Principal, Klpeerman@fcps.edu Ms. Manning, Assistant Principal, eamanning1@fcps.edu
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7101 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA 22150 | Main Office: 703-923-2900 |