Principals' Message

Hello White Oaks Community,

We have had two very successful weeks of school. We are transitioning from a focus on routines and procedures to instruction and content. We are proud of the efforts our students are exhibiting. 

Thank you to everyone who attended the PTA Block Party last Friday! We are grateful for the PTA for providing this opportunity for our community. 

The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success by helping them build good habits. 

If you or your family need any kind of with attendance support, please reach out to our front office. We are here for you! Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e. backpacks) for the duration of the school day — bell to bell. This includes:

• Personal laptops and tablets.
• Smartphones and smartwatches.
• Other personal electronic communication or computing devices.

If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call our main office at 703-923-1400. Learn more about the FCPS Cellphone Policy and Device Policy.

Have a great weekend!

Melanie, Neena, & Josh

Proud Principals

Upcoming Events 

• Friday, September 4th
  • No School - Labor Day Holiday
• Monday, September 7th
  • No School - Labor Day Holiday
• Thursday, September 10th
  • 7:00pm: PTA Meeting - Cafe 
• Monday, September 14th
  • 6:00pm: Back to School Night - Grades PreK - 2
• Tuesday, September 15th
  • 6:00pm: Back to School Night - Grades 3 - 6 
  • Spartan's PTA Spirit Night Fundraiser
• Wednesday, September 16th
  • Spartan's PTA Spirit Night Fundraiser
• Monday, September 21st
  • No School - Yom Kippur 
  • Daebak PTA Spirit Night Fundraiser 
• Friday, September 25th
  • 7:00pm: PTA Movie Night 
• Monday, September 28th
  • Fall Picture Day
• Wednesday, September 30th
  • 1:05pm: 3-hour Early Release
  • 6:30pm: Watch D.O.G.S. Meeting - Library 
• Friday, October 2nd
  • Field Day
• Monday, October 12th
  • No School - School Planning Day
• Friday, October 30th
  • End of the 1st Quarter
  • 2:05pm: Early Dismissal 

Healthy Meals and School Policy

White Oaks is dedicated to student health and safety, which includes promoting nutritious eating through our curriculum and cafeteria selections. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these healthy habits at school.

General Meal Guidelines:

• We strongly encourage families to send healthy, nutritious lunches and snacks.
• We ask that you do not send fast food, carbonated soft drinks, or beverages in glass bottles.

Policy and Safety Reasons: Our guidelines are in place for several important reasons:

• Health Promotion: To reinforce the importance of nutritional eating.
• Food Allergies: To reduce the risk of allergic reactions from cross-contamination (particularly with outside fast food).
• Equity: To prevent peer pressure associated with items that are not accessible to all families.

Guidelines for Lunch Visitors

We welcome you to join your child for lunch! To support our health and safety policies:

• Visitors typically purchase a school lunch or bring a healthy bag lunch from home.
• Please do not bring fast food or soft drinks when visiting.

Important: Soft drinks are prohibited for sale to students across all FCPS schools (K-12) during the school day.

PTA Corner

National PTA School of Excellence

Join the White Oaks PTA

• Join the White Oaks PTA to have a voice in our school community, enjoy member benefits like spiritwear discounts, and access our secure class directory. Learn more about family choice in this process.

Fall after school club registration is officially live! 

Register by visiting https://linktr.ee/woesafterschoolclubs 

If you have any questions, please email wopta.club@gmail.com.

For scholarships, families should contact the school counselors: Ms. Bush (lmbush@fcps.edu) and Ms. Mejia (jfmejia@fcps.edu).

**Please note that some clubs start earlier or later than others and have different registration deadlines.** 

Pyramid Night will be celebrated during our first home football game versus Forest Park on Thursday, September 10th with celebrations starting at 5pm and wrapping up at 6:30pm so we can all head to the game at 7pm. There will be bounces houses, mascots, food trucks, dunk tank, obstacle course, and music. 

Additional Lake Braddock Events:

• Homecoming Parade: This event is a community favorite! October 16th at 4:45, steps off from the Lake Braddock Community Association on Ashbourn Dr. and ends in the LB parking lot at door #3. 
• Bite of Braddock - Join the Bruin community for the biggest tailgate party of the year! There will be dozens of food and drink options and it will all be hosted by our fabulous student-led club organizations and classes. October 16th at 5pm on the blacktop immediately after the Homecoming Parade!
• Trunk or Treat - tentative date: 10/28/26 on the LB Student Parking Lot from 6pm-8pm

Join Pack 698 - A Game with a Purpose!

Looking for a fun, adventure-packed activity for your kids this school year? Pack 698 invites students of all grades to come out, have fun, and maybe learn a thing or two along the way!

Here is a quick look at what Pack 698 offers:

• Outdoor-Oriented Program: Lots of fresh air, hands-on activities, archery, woodworking, and outdoor fun.

• For Everyone: Adaptable for all ages, grades, and abilities.

• Adventure-Focused: Built around creating great memories in a supportive environment.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or reach out directly via email at pack698@yahoo.com for more information on how to join!

Note: This activity is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent, or White Oaks Elementary School.

Girl Scouts make new friends, explore their communities, learn new skills, and make the world a better place! Discover if Girl Scouts is right for your family on Tuesday, September 29^th, from 6-7:00 p.m. in Art Room 180.

For more information, contact Cheryl Osborne at cosborne@gscnc.org or 703.372.4341      

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