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  Upcoming Events

 

Aug 5th – Popsicles on the Playground, Kindergarten & Gr 1, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Aug 6th – Popsicles on the Playground, Gr 2 & 3, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Aug 7th – Popsicles on the Playground, Gr 4, 5 & 6, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Aug 15th – Kindergarten Open House, 3:00 - 4:00 pm classrooms

Aug 15th – New Student Orientation, 3:30 pm cafeteria

Aug 15th – Grades 1 to 6 Open House, 4:00 - 5:30 pm classrooms

Aug 19th – Students return to school

 

Link to 2024-2025 School Year Calendar 2024-25 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  WFES Summer Reading Program

 

Ravensworth’s Summer Reading Program went home in Wednesday Folders on June 5th.  All students are encouraged to participate.  You may want to consider enrolling your child in the Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Program, Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program, and/or the Nothing Bundt Cakes Summer Reading Program. Cool off this summer with a good book. 

  Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE

Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Teresa Dunbar [email protected] for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.

  Fairfax County Hosting 1st Puzzle Hunt!

 

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been hard at work, creating an exhilarating adventure for puzzle solvers. We are thrilled to announce the Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt, a unique community event that will take you on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. Starting this summer, solve one puzzle or do them all. Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles and then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Walk, bike, and roll at our wonderful local parks with friends and family. For more information go to  www.solvingfun.com/fairfax.

  Tutor.com Summer Service

 

Tutor.com continues to be available to all students, at no cost, to continue summer learning. Visit the Summer Access Tutor.com webpage for more information on how to access the online service throughout the summer. 

  Soco Summer Strings

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, 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 registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.

Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

  PTA   Campus Survival Kits – Buy Your School Supplies Here!

 

https://www.campussurvivalkits.com/ravensworth

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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  Upcoming Events

 

Aug 5th – Popsicles on the Playground, Kindergarten & Gr 1, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Aug 6th – Popsicles on the Playground, Gr 2 & 3, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Aug 7th – Popsicles on the Playground, Gr 4, 5 & 6, 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Aug 15th – Open House, save the date! More details to come!

Aug 19th – Students return to school

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2024-25 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  A Message from the Principal

 

Dear Students and Families,

 

As the 2023-24 school year ends, we want to take a moment to wish all of our amazing Ravensworth families a happy and safe summer vacation!

This year has been filled with learning, laughter, and growth. We are incredibly proud of everything our students accomplished, from mastering new reading skills to conquering challenging math problems to building and growing new friendships.

To our students, enjoy your well-deserved break! Explore your interests, spend time with loved ones, and make some unforgettable summer memories. Don't forget to keep your minds active by reading a good book, trying a new hobby, or simply asking questions about the world around you.

To our families, thank you for your unwavering support throughout the school year. Your partnership is essential to our students' success. We appreciate your dedication to their education and well-being.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Thursday, August 15th for our annual open house event. Until then, have a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, relaxation, and new adventures!

 

Sincerely,

Ms. Aspuria and Ms. Heiman

  Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance! 

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year. Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch.

  Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE

Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Teresa Dunbar [email protected] for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.

  Lost and Found

 

Items from Ravensworth Lost and Found are going to be donated to charity. Prior to donation, parents and guardians may check Lost and Found for items belonging to their children. The Lost and Found items will be made available for parents and guardians (only) in the Lobby of the school on June 18th and June 20th. Items not claimed by June 21st will be sent to donation.

  Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt

 

https://www.solvingfun.com/hunt-structure/fc-24

  PTA   Campus Survival Kits – Buy Your School Supplies Here!  

https://www.campussurvivalkits.com/ravensworth

 

Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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  Upcoming Events

 

June 10 – Field Day, Kindergarten – Gr 2, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 10 – Retiree Reception/Drop-in, cafeteria 4:00 - 5:30 pm

June 11 – 6th Gr Promotion Ceremony at LBSS Little Theater, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

June 12 – Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release at 1:20 pm

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  A Message From the Principal

 

It is hard to believe that today is the last Friday of the school year!  Today we had great weather for our Grades 3-6 Field Day.  Thank you to the countless family volunteers who came out to help.  We are looking forward to Monday’s Grades K-2 Field Day. 

We are also looking forward to many celebrations this coming week.  On Monday, June 10th between 4:00 - 5:30 PM in the cafeteria, we will be hosting a Ravensworth Retiree Reception to honor Pam Miller, Betty Morgan, Kathy Roche, and Barb Silversmith.  You are invited to drop-in to celebrate these amazing ladies.  Our Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 11th at 6:00 pm at Lake Braddock Secondary School. We can’t wait to celebrate our student’s promotion to 7th grade.

 

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal

  Retiree Reception/Drop-in

 

Every year we have to say farewell to some of our amazing staff members. This year we have four retiring after many years of committed service. We're sad to be saying goodbye to Pam Miller, Betty Morgan, Kathy Roche, and Barb Silversmith.  You are invited to drop-in to celebrate these amazing ladies on Monday, June 10th between 4:00 - 5:30 PM in the cafeteria. We hope to see you there.

  End of the Year Medication Pick-Up

Ravensworth Health Room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time (1:20pm) on the last day of school, Wednesday, June 12, which is an early dismissal day. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

If your student has an Epipen in the health room that will expire 90 days or more after the last day of school, and you would like to donate the Epipen to someone in need, please complete this Epipen Donation Form and email it to the school health aide at [email protected]  Epipens left in the health room beyond dismissal time on the last day of school without a signed donation form cannot be donated and will be discarded.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

If you have any questions, please contact the school health aide, Paula Condit, at 703-426-3610 or [email protected], or your school public health nurse, Shanie , RN, at [email protected].

  Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance! 

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year. Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch.

  Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines. 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.

  New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests

 

Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.

In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring. 

The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year. 

Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.

  Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE

Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Teresa Dunbar [email protected] for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.

  Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt   Soco Summer Strings

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, 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 registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.

Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

  PTA   PTA Reimbursement

 

PTA requests that all receipts for reimbursement be submitted by June 12, 2024.  If you have any receipts to submit, please give them to the office to file in the Treasurer’s folder. 

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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  Upcoming Events

 

June 3 – PTA General Membership Meeting, Library, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

June 5 – Gr 4 Strings Concert, Gym, 6:15 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Band Concert, Gym, 6:15 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Strings Concert, Gym, 7:30 pm

June 7 – Field Day, Gr 3-6, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 10 – Field Day, Kindergarten – Gr 2, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 10 – Retiree Reception/Drop-in, cafeteria 4:00 - 5:30 pm

June 11 – 6th Gr Promotion Ceremony at LBSS Little Theater, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

June 12 – Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release at 1:20 pm

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  A Message From The Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Families,

It is hard to believe that today is the last day of May.  While we celebrate that SOLs are complete, we have so many things to look forward to in June!  Last night we began our fine arts performances.  Our Grades 5 & 6 Chorus did an amazing job.  Next week we are looking forward to our band and strings concerts.  Field Days are quickly approaching with Grades 3-6 on Friday, June 7th and Grades K-2 on Monday, June 10th.  There is information below about how you can volunteer.

Every year we have to say farewell to some of our amazing staff members. This year we have four retiring after many years of committed service. We're sad to be saying goodbye to Pam Miller, Betty Morgan, Kathy Roche, and Barb Silversmith.  Please drop-in to celebrate these amazing ladies on Monday, June 10th between 4:00 - 5:30 PM in the cafeteria. 

Our 6th Grade Promotion is scheduled for Tuesday, June 11th at Lake Braddock SS Little Theater beginning at 6:00 pm.  Information regarding the details for parking and student arrival have been distributed to students.  We are looking forward to this special evening. 

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Erika Aspuria

Principal

  End of the Year Medication Pick-Up

Ravensworth Health Room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time (1:20pm) on the last day of school, Wednesday, June 12, which is an early dismissal day. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

If your student has an Epipen in the health room that will expire 90 days or more after the last day of school, and you would like to donate the Epipen to someone in need, please complete this Epipen Donation Form and email it to the school health aide at [email protected]  Epipens left in the health room beyond dismissal time on the last day of school without a signed donation form cannot be donated and will be discarded.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

If you have any questions, please contact the school health aide, Paula Condit, at 703-426-3610 or [email protected], or your school public health nurse, Shanie , RN, at [email protected].

  Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza

 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats. 

Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.

  Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance! 

 

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year. Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch.

  Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines. 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.

  New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests

 

Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.

In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring. 

The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year. 

Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.

  Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE

Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Teresa Dunbar [email protected] for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.

  Field Day

 

It is with great excitement that we invite you to join us for Field Day on Friday, June 7th and Monday, June 10th!

Field Day for grades 3-6 will be in the morning on Friday, June 7th from 8:45 – 11:00.

Field Day for grades K-2 will be in the morning on Monday, June 10th from 8:45 – 11:00. 

Please mark your calendars and go to the sign-up genius link below to volunteer your help:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0448ACAF2BA31-48347968-ravensworth

We will be having a lot of activity stations, so we will need many parent volunteers!  Think warm and dry weather and get ready to join us for the fun!

On Field Day, please be sure your child:

• Brings a labeled water bottle.
• Applies sunscreen before coming to school.
• Wears comfortable clothes and shoes, including a hat.
• Comes with a positive attitude.

  New Bottle Cup Mural!

 

We are making a new bottle cap mural for the art courtyard!  This means we need your recycled plastic bottle caps.  These can be clean plastic lids of any kind and color.  We are especially seeking blue and turquoise caps.  Students can bring them in and drop them off in the color-coded bins in our Ravens Recycle center.

Thank you!

  Soco Summer Strings

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, 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 registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.

Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

  PTA   PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual

Financial report

• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  Spirit Week at Chick Fil-A   PTA Reimbursement

 

PTA requests that all receipts for reimbursement be submitted by June 12, 2024.  If you have any receipts to submit, please give them to the office to file in the Treasurer’s folder. 

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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  Upcoming Events

 

May 27th – Memorial Day - School Holiday

May 30 – Spring Chorus Concert, Gr 5 & 6, Gym, 6:00 pm

June 3 – PTA General Membership Meeting, Library, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

June 5 – Gr 4 Strings Concert, Gym, 6:15 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Band Concert, Gym, 6:15 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Strings Concert, Gym, 7:30 pm

June 7 – Field Day, Gr 3-6, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 10 – Field Day, Kindergarten – Gr 2, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 11 – 6th Gr Promotion Ceremony at LBSS Little Theater, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

June 12 – Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release at 1:20 pm

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  End of the Year Medication Pick-Up

Ravensworth Health Room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time (1:20pm) on the last day of school, Wednesday, June 12, which is an early dismissal day. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

If your student has an Epipen in the health room that will expire 90 days or more after the last day of school, and you would like to donate the Epipen to someone in need, please complete this Epipen Donation Form and email it to the school health aide at [email protected]  Epipens left in the health room beyond dismissal time on the last day of school without a signed donation form cannot be donated and will be discarded.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

If you have any questions, please contact the school health aide, Paula Condit, at 703-426-3610 or [email protected], or your school public health nurse, Shanie , RN, at [email protected].

  Reminder- Student Arrival

 

With the warmer weather we have noticed an increase in the number of students coming to school early. Students are not admitted into the building until 8:20 am.  Unless you have something prearranged with a teacher, your child attends SACC or is a patrol, please do not drop your student off at school any earlier as there will be no adult supervision available.

  School Library Books - Due Thursday, May 30th

This is a reminder to gather all school library books for return by Thursday, May 30th. Students can log in to Destiny Discover (our library catalog) to view their checkouts (step-by-step instructions pictured below).  You can also access the library catalog from the Ravensworth Elementary Homepage by clicking on the library tab and then clicking the blue button that says, “View our library catalog.”

We appreciate you helping your children find and return their library books. We understand that books are sometimes misplaced. Please contact our Librarian, Mrs. Sloan ([email protected]), if there are any books that are not located.  Thank you for your help!

Students can view their checkouts any time by:

1. Logging in to Destiny Discover (be sure to click the blue “Sign in with Google” button after clicking the “login” button)

2. Clicking the “my stuff” tab at the top of the screen

3. Clicking “checkouts”

  Field Day

 

It is with great excitement that we invite you to join us for Field Day on Friday, June 7th and Monday, June 10th!

Field Day for grades 3-6 will be in the morning on Friday, June 7th from 8:45 – 11:00.

Field Day for grades K-2 will be in the morning on Monday, June 10th from 8:45 – 11:00. 

Please mark your calendars and go to the sign-up genius link below to volunteer your help:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0448ACAF2BA31-48347968-ravensworth

We will be having a lot of activity stations, so we will need many parent volunteers!  Think warm and dry weather and get ready to join us for the fun!

On Field Day, please be sure your child:

• Brings a labeled water bottle.
• Applies sunscreen before coming to school.
• Wears comfortable clothes and shoes, including a hat.
• Comes with a positive attitude.

  New Bottle Cup Mural!

 

We are making a new bottle cap mural for the art courtyard!  This means we need your recycled plastic bottle caps.  These can be clean plastic lids of any kind and color.  We are especially seeking blue and turquoise caps.  Students can bring them in and drop them off in the color-coded bins in our Ravens Recycle center.

Thank you!

  Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza

 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats. 

Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.

  Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance! 

 

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year. Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch.

  Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines. 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.

  New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests

 

Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.

In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring. 

The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year. 

Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.

  Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE

Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Teresa Dunbar [email protected] for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.

  Soco Summer Strings

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, 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 registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.

Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

  PTA   PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual

Financial report

• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  PTA Reimbursement

 

PTA requests that all receipts for reimbursement be submitted by June 12, 2024.  If you have any receipts to submit, please give them to the office to file in the Treasurer’s folder. 

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

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Upcoming Events

 

May 23rd – Family STEAM/Tech Night 6:00 – 7:00 pm

May 27th – Memorial Day - School Holiday

May 30 – Spring Chorus Concert, Gr 5 & 6, Gym, 6:00 pm

June 3 – PTA General Membership Meeting, Library, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

June 5 – Gr 4 Strings Concert, Gym, 6:15 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Band Concert, Gym, 6:15 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Strings Concert, Gym, 7:30 pm

June 7 – Field Day, Gr 3-6, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 10 – Field Day, Kindergarten – Gr 2, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 12 – Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release at 1:20 pm

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  A Message From the Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Families,

 

We hope to see you at our upcoming Family STEAM Night on Thursday, May 23rd from 6:00-7:00 pm.  Families will be able to interact with activities such as articulated creatures, architecture structures, and marble roller coasters.  There will be a bubbles station with “Good Golly Miss Mollie” at 6:15 pm.  This will be a messy activity.  Come see our students’ artwork, 3D printed medallions, and other student work. 

With the predicted rainy weather, it might be a good time for a family movie or game night.  We hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend. 

 

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal

  Reminder- Student Arrival

 

With the warmer weather we have noticed an increase in the number of students coming to school early. Students are not admitted into the building until 8:20 am.  Unless you have something prearranged with a teacher, your child attends SACC or is a patrol, please do not drop your student off at school any earlier as there will be no adult supervision available.

  School Library Books - Due Thursday, May 30th

This is a reminder to gather all school library books for return by Thursday, May 30th. Students can log in to Destiny Discover (our library catalog) to view their checkouts (step-by-step instructions pictured below).  You can also access the library catalog from the Ravensworth Elementary Homepage by clicking on the library tab and then clicking the blue button that says, “View our library catalog.”

We appreciate you helping your children find and return their library books. We understand that books are sometimes misplaced. Please contact our Librarian, Mrs. Sloan ([email protected]), if there are any books that are not located.  Thank you for your help!

Students can view their checkouts any time by:

1. Logging in to Destiny Discover (be sure to click the blue “Sign in with Google” button after clicking the “login” button)

2. Clicking the “my stuff” tab at the top of the screen

3. Clicking “checkouts”

  Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

¡Asiste hoy, Tener Éxito Mañana!

A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que los estudiantes se mantengan comprometidos, asistan a la escuela y terminen con fuerza. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

 

FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:

• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias.  

  Field Day

 

It is with great excitement that we invite you to join us for Field Day on Friday, June 7th and Monday, June 10th!

Field Day for grades 3-6 will be in the morning on Friday, June 7th from 8:45 – 11:00.

Field Day for grades K-2 will be in the morning on Monday, June 10th from 8:45 – 11:00. 

Please mark your calendars and go to the sign-up genius link below to volunteer your help:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0448ACAF2BA31-48347968-ravensworth

We will be having a lot of activity stations, so we will need many parent volunteers!  Think warm and dry weather and get ready to join us for the fun!

On Field Day, please be sure your child:

• Brings a labeled water bottle.
• Applies sunscreen before coming to school.
• Wears comfortable clothes and shoes, including a hat.
• Comes with a positive attitude.

  New Bottle Cup Mural!

 

We are making a new bottle cap mural for the art courtyard!  This means we need your recycled plastic bottle caps.  These can be clean plastic lids of any kind and color.  We are especially seeking blue and turquoise caps.  Students can bring them in and drop them off in the color-coded bins in our Ravens Recycle center.

Thank you!

  Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

 

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers. Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho Idiomas Padres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS.  Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

  Soco Summer Strings

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, 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 registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.

Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

  Techstravaganza 2024   PTA   PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual

Financial report

• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  PTA Reimbursement

 

PTA requests that all receipts for reimbursement be submitted by June 12, 2024.  If you have any receipts to submit, please give them to the office to file in the Treasurer’s folder. 

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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Upcoming Events

 

May 13th – Ravensworth Yard Signs Pick Up (Kiss &Ride Loop), 8:45 – 9:45 am

May 13th – 4th Gr Math SOL, 8:45 am

May 13th – 3rd Gr Math SOL, 10:00 am

May 14th – 5th & 6th Gr Math SOL, 8:45 am

May 16th – 5th Gr Science SOL, 8:45 am

May 23rd – Family STEAM/Tech Night 6:00 – 7:00 pm

May 27th – Memorial Day - School Holiday

May 30 – Spring Chorus Concert, Gr 5 & 6, Gym, 6:00 pm

June 3 – PTA General Membership Meeting, Library, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

June 5 – Gr 4 Strings Concert, Gym, 6:00 pm

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Band and Strings Concert, Gym, 6:00 pm

June 7 – Field Day, Gr 3-6, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 10 – Field Day, Kindergarten – Gr 2, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00 am

June 12 – Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release at 1:20 pm

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

Because of technical difficulties, if any link does not work, please copy, and paste it into your browser.

  Yard Signs Pick up!

 

Pickup of 6th Grade Yard Signs is scheduled for Monday, May 13th. Pickup will be in the Kiss and Ride loop from 8:45 – 9:45 am.  Help us celebrate our 6th Graders!

Thank you!

  Reminder- Student Arrival

 

With the warmer weather we have noticed an increase in the number of students coming to school early. Students are not admitted into the building until 8:20 am.  Unless you have something prearranged with a teacher, your child attends SACC or is a patrol, please do not drop your student off at school any earlier as there will be no adult supervision available.

  Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year

 

It is time to start planning for our next school year. Developing class assignments each year is a complex process. School administration, classroom teachers, counselors, special education staff and specialists all have the opportunity to provide feedback on class groupings. 

If you have feedback that you would like for us to consider, please add it to this form https://forms.gle/yKQij5LN5xMx5YEJ7 no later than May 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. We will consider all feedback provided, but we are not always able to fulfill requests. 

We respectfully ask that you do not request particular teachers. It is unfair to give special consideration to some families when it would be impossible to grant requests from all families. Please be aware that grade level assignments for staff sometimes change, due to late enrollments or other changes.  Staff assignments are determined at the end of the summer.

  Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

¡Asiste hoy, Tener Éxito Mañana! A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que los estudiantes se mantengan comprometidos, asistan a la escuela y terminen con fuerza. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

 

FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:.

• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias.  

  Field Day

 

It is with great excitement that we invite you to join us for Field Day on Friday, June 7th and Monday, June 10th!

Field Day for grades 3-6 will be in the morning on Friday, June 7th from 8:45 – 11:00.

Field Day for grades K-2 will be in the morning on Monday, June 10th from 8:45 – 11:00. 

Please mark your calendars and go to the sign-up genius link below to volunteer your help:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0448ACAF2BA31-48347968-ravensworth

We will be having a lot of activity stations, so we will need many parent volunteers!  Think warm and dry weather and get ready to join us for the fun!

On Field Day, please be sure your child:

• Brings a labeled water bottle.
• Applies sunscreen before coming to school.
• Wears comfortable clothes and shoes, including a hat.
• Comes with a positive attitude.

  New Bottle Cup Mural!

 

We are making a new bottle cap mural for the art courtyard!  This means we need your recycled plastic bottle caps.  These can be clean plastic lids of any kind and color.  We are especially seeking blue and turquoise caps.  Students can bring them in and drop them off in the color-coded bins in our Ravens Recycle center.

Thank you!

  Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

 

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho Idiomas

Padres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS.  Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

  Soco Summer Strings

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, 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 registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings.

Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

  Techstravaganza 2024   Positivity Project

 

Next week, our school community will focus on a review of the 24-character strengths and the Other People Mindset. 

Over the course of this year, we have gained an understanding and appreciation of the 24-character strengths that are in all of us. Every 1–2 weeks we learned about a different character strength or Other People Mindset element. This knowledge has helped us build strong relationships with other people and become our best selves. People who have strong positive relationships do five things consistently — these are the five practices of the Other People Mindset. 1. Recognize the good in other people, 2. Recognize that everything you say or do affects other people, 3. Support others when they struggle, 4. Cheer people on when they succeed, 5. Remain present when giving people your attention. People who have a strong Other People Mindset are able to build and maintain strong, positive relationships with others.

  PTA   PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual

Financial report

• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

 

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

 

PTA Reimbursement

 

PTA requests that all receipts for reimbursement be submitted by June 12, 2024.  If you have any receipts to submit, please give them to the office to file in the Treasurer’s folder. 

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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  Upcoming Events

 

May 7th – 5th & 6th Gr Reading SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 8th – 4th Gr Reading SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 8th – 3rd Gr Reading SOL 10:00am – 12:00pm

May 8th – Bike, Walk & Roll to School Day

May 13th – 4th Gr Math SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 13th – 3rd Gr Math SOL 10:00am – 12:00pm

May 14th – 5th & 6th Gr Math SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 16th – 5th Gr Science SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 23rd – Family STEAM/Tech Night

May 27th – Memorial Day School Holiday

May 30 – Spring Chorus Concert, Gr 5 & 6, Gym, 6:00

June 3 – PTA General Membership Meeting, Gym, 7:00 – 8:00

June 5 – Gr 4 Strings Concert, Gym, 6:00

June 6 – Gr 5 & 6 Band and Strings Concert, Gym, 6:00

June 7 – Field Day, Grades 3-6, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00

June 10 – Field Day, Kindergarten – Gr 2, Field & Blacktop, 8:45 – 11:00

 

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  Bike, Roll & Walk to School Day

 

Leave the car at home and join us for "Bike, Roll and Walk" to school day. This is an annual event that promotes great ways for students to get more physical activity before and after school, reduce the number of cars using kiss and ride and build awareness for how walkable and bikeable the community is. Join children and adults around the world to celebrate the benefits of walking and bicycling. If you are biking or rolling, please obey all traffic rules and wear a helmet.

  Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year

 

It is time to start planning for our next school year. Developing class assignments each year is a complex process. School administration, classroom teachers, counselors, special education staff and specialists all have the opportunity to provide feedback on class groupings. 

If you have feedback that you would like for us to consider, please add it to this form https://forms.gle/yKQij5LN5xMx5YEJ7 no later than May 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. We will consider all feedback provided, but we are not always able to fulfill requests. 

We respectfully ask that you do not request particular teachers. It is unfair to give special consideration to some families when it would be impossible to grant requests from all families. Please be aware that grade level assignments for staff sometimes change, due to late enrollments or other changes.  Staff assignments are determined at the end of the summer.

  Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

¡Asiste hoy, Tener Éxito Mañana! A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que los estudiantes se mantengan comprometidos, asistan a la escuela y terminen con fuerza. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Lunch Time Entertainment

 

Our students have benefitted from having magazines to look at during their lunchtime! If you have any children’s magazines (Highlights, High Five, Cricket, etc.) gathering dust at home, please send them in with your child.

There will be a collection bin in the lobby near the office.  Our Get to Green Student Group will help with collections.  Thank you so much! 

  Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

 

FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:

• Lunes 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Whitman.
• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias.  

  Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

 

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho Idiomas

Padres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS.  Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

  Rising 7th Grade Parent Night at LBSS?   Educate Fairfax   Techstravaganza 2024

 

  Positivity Project

 

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Leadership. Leadership means you value each member of your group and inspire people to do their best.

Leadership can be both formal and informal. It is concerned with getting others to do what needs to be done while maintaining group morale to ensure readiness to act in the future. This character strength’s focus is on the personal qualities of leaders rather than the practice of leadership. These qualities include the ability to understand others and inspire them toward a common goal, the capacity to mitigate conflict and mold consensus, and the desire to lead other people.

  PTA   Teacher Appreciation Next Week

 

Teacher Appreciation Week is next week, May 6th through May 10th and we want to let our Ravensworth Elementary teachers know how grateful we are to have them educating our children. The PTA will be providing food but needs your help with additional snacks and drinks. A SignUpGenius has been created for anyone wishing to assist in this endeavor. Any items can be brought to the front office throughout the week in preparation for Teacher Appreciation Week. Thanks for helping those that help us every day!

Teacher Appreciation Sign-up

  PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual

Financial report

• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

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Upcoming Events

 

May 2nd – PTA Movie Night on the Blacktop

May 3rd – No school, Teacher Workday

May 7th – 5th & 6th Gr Reading SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 8th – 4th Gr Reading SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 8th – 3rd Gr Reading SOL 10:00am – 12:00pm

May 8th – Bike, Walk & Roll to School Day

May 13th – 4th Gr Math SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 13th – 3rd Gr Math SOL 10:00am – 12:00pm

May 14th – 5th & 6th Gr Math SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 16th – 5th Gr Science SOL 8:45 – 10:45am

May 23rd – STEAM/Parent Tech Night

May 27th – Memorial Day School Holiday

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  Message from the Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Families,

 

It is hard to believe that today is the last Friday in April. 

This is a busy time of year for our Ravens.  Many of our grade levels have field trips scheduled over the next few weeks.  We appreciate our family volunteers who will be chaperoning these trips.  Our grades 3-6 students have been reviewing for the upcoming SOLs.  Please refer to the schedule above to see when your child will be testing.

We hope you and your family enjoy the weather as it continues to warm up.

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal

  Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year

 

It is time to start planning for our next school year. Developing class assignments each year is a complex process. School administration, classroom teachers, counselors, special education staff and specialists all have the opportunity to provide feedback on class groupings. 

If you have feedback that you would like for us to consider, please add it to this form https://forms.gle/yKQij5LN5xMx5YEJ7 no later than May 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. We will consider all feedback provided, but we are not always able to fulfill requests. 

We respectfully ask that you do not request particular teachers. It is unfair to give special consideration to some families when it would be impossible to grant requests from all families. Please be aware that grade level assignments for staff sometimes change, due to late enrollments or other changes.  Staff assignments are determined at the end of the summer.

  SEL Screener Results   Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

FCPS students in grades 3-12 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. 

In late April, individual student SEL Screener results will be available for families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail. 

Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact our counselors Mr. Austin or Mrs. Ezikpe.

  Los resultados de la evaluación del aprendizaje social y emocional estarán disponibles próximamente

Estudiantes de FCPS en grados 3-12 tomaron la Encuesta de Aprendizaje Social y Emocional (SEL) durante marzo, proveyendo información actualizada en habilidades como alcanzar metas, entender y manejar emociones, establecer y mantener relaciones con adultos y compañeros, y tomar decisiones responsables. El SEL Screener también ayuda a los estudiantes a evaluar los esfuerzos de su comunidad escolar para que se sientan valorados, incluidos y apoyados.

A finales de abril, los resultados individuales del SEL Screener estarán disponibles para las familias en la sección Documentos de SIS ParentVUE. Para las familias que no tengan una cuenta activa en ParentVUE, los resultados se enviarán por correo postal. Para más información sobre el cuestionario, por favor visite la página web del cuestionario de Aprendizaje Social-Emocional (SEL).

Para obtener ayuda para entender los resultados individuales de su estudiante o ideas sobre cómo apoyarlos en casa, por favor revise la Guía Familiar o póngase en contacto con el maestro o consejero de su estudiante, Mr. Austin or Mrs. Ezikpe.

  Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

¡Asiste hoy, Tener Éxito Mañana! A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que los estudiantes se mantengan comprometidos, asistan a la escuela y terminen con fuerza. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Lunch Time Entertainment

 

Our students have benefitted from having magazines to look at during their lunchtime! If you have any children’s magazines (Highlights, High Five, Cricket, etc.) gathering dust at home, please send them in with your child.

There will be a collection bin in the lobby near the office.  Thank you so much! 

  Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

 

FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School. 
• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:

• Lunes 29 de abril, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Glasgow. 
• Lunes 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Whitman.
• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias.  

  Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

 

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho Idiomas Padres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS.  Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

  Educate Fairfax Techstravaganza 2024   Tech Adventure Camp

 

There are limited number of seats for this camp, so register early to guarantee a spot.

For questions, please contact the CTE department, at [email protected].

  CTE Summer Academy

 

Registration is open from February 1st to June 7th, 2024. You can register online through The CTE Summer Academy  website.

There are limited number of seats for this camp, so register early to guarantee a spot.

For questions, please contact the CTE department, at [email protected].

  Positivity Project

 

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Enthusiasm.  Enthusiasm means you approach life with excitement and energy. You energize people around you.

Enthusiasm is the ability to bring life and excitement to different situations. It often leads to a higher level of involvement and engagement both for individuals and for groups. Those who demonstrate enthusiasm bring an energy and level of intensity to individual and group work. These people are often identified as early leaders and innovators as a result of their outward excitement about a task or project. Look for these people to recruit new group members and generate ideas.

  PTA   PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual

Financial report

• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter

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Upcoming Events

 

April 22nd – Religious and Cultural Observation - Passover/Evening Only

April 23rd – Religious and Cultural Observation - Passover /Evening Only

April 24th – Religious and Cultural Observation - Theravada New Year

April 24th – 6th Grade Panoramic Photo 8:45am

April 26th – Kindergarten Field Trip to The Zoo 10:15am – 1:30pm

May 2nd – PTA Movie Night on the Blacktop 6:30 – 9:00pm

May 3rd – No school, Teacher Workday

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  A Message from our Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Families,

Thank you to all the staff and students who participated in our Purple Up Spirit Week!  We are fortunate to have over 70 Military Connected Students at Ravensworth.  Today we recognized our students for their work in supporting their family members who serve.  We are proud of you!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal

  2024 Family Summit: Safe, Supported, and Included!

 

Join us on April 20, 2024, at Marshall High School to ensure the safety, support, and inclusion of every member of our FCPS school community. This event is free and open to all families, educators, and community members in the Fairfax County Public School division. Childcare will be provided for families attending the informational sessions.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, April 20

Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: Marshall High School at Cafeteria and Lecture Hall, 7731 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043. Please enter through Door 13.

Registration is Preferred. Please help us plan, register today!

What to Expect:

Informational Sessions: Learn about raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl.

Online Special Education Resource Fair: Access asynchronous training for families with students with disabilities and explore a virtual exhibit hall showcasing FCPS offices, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners to foster a supportive network.

Resource Fair: Discover valuable resources and services available to support families.

For more information visit our website.

Questions? Contact Family Resource Center at [email protected]. 

  Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year

 

It is time to start planning for our next school year. Developing class assignments each year is a complex process. School administration, classroom teachers, counselors, special education staff and specialists all have the opportunity to provide feedback on class groupings. 

If you have feedback that you would like for us to consider, please add it to this form https://forms.gle/yKQij5LN5xMx5YEJ7 no later than May 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. We will consider all feedback provided, but we are not always able to fulfill requests. 

We respectfully ask that you do not request particular teachers. It is unfair to give special consideration to some families when it would be impossible to grant requests from all families. Please be aware that grade level assignments for staff sometimes change, due to late enrollments or other changes.  Staff assignments are determined at the end of the summer.

  SEL Screener Results

 

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

FCPS students in grades 3-12 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. 

In late April, individual student SEL Screener results will be available for families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail. 

Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact our counselors Mr. Austin or Mrs. Ezikpe.

  Los resultados de la evaluación del aprendizaje social y emocional estarán disponibles próximamente

Estudiantes de FCPS en grados 3-12 tomaron la Encuesta de Aprendizaje Social y Emocional (SEL) durante marzo, proveyendo información actualizada en habilidades como alcanzar metas, entender y manejar emociones, establecer y mantener relaciones con adultos y compañeros, y tomar decisiones responsables. El SEL Screener también ayuda a los estudiantes a evaluar los esfuerzos de su comunidad escolar para que se sientan valorados, incluidos y apoyados.

A finales de abril, los resultados individuales del SEL Screener estarán disponibles para las familias en la sección Documentos de SIS ParentVUE. Para las familias que no tengan una cuenta activa en ParentVUE, los resultados se enviarán por correo postal. Para más información sobre el cuestionario, por favor visite la página web del cuestionario de Aprendizaje Social-Emocional (SEL).

Para obtener ayuda para entender los resultados individuales de su estudiante o ideas sobre cómo apoyarlos en casa, por favor revise la Guía Familiar o póngase en contacto con el maestro o consejero de su estudiante, Mr. Austin or Mrs. Ezikpe.

  Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

 

FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School. 
• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

 

Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:

• Lunes 29 de abril, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Glasgow. 
• Lunes 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Whitman.
• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias.  

  Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Services Internal Survey

 

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians of FCPS students. Parents/guardians will be asked for feedback on the level of satisfaction with School Health services provided to the school community. The survey will be distributed electronically via FCPS This Week. The survey window is April 15 - April 26, 2024.
Survey link: www.redcap.link/FCHDSchoolHealthSurvey.

Survey results will provide a basis for quality improvement of School Health services. The data-driven process is in alignment with the FCPS Strategic planning process, and the survey results will contribute positively to the FCPS Strategic Plan that reflects a shared consensus among stakeholders.

  Techstravaganza 2024   Tech Adventure Camp

 

Registration is open from February 1st to June 7th, 2024. You can register online through The Tech Adventure Camp website.

There are limited number of seats for this camp, so register early to guarantee a spot.

For questions, please contact the CTE department, at [email protected].

  CTE Summer Academy

 

Registration is open from February 1st to June 7th, 2024. You can register online through The CTE Summer Academy  website.

There are limited number of seats for this camp, so register early to guarantee a spot.

For questions, please contact the CTE department, at [email protected].

  Positivity Project

 

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence. Appreciation of beauty and excellence means you notice and value the world’s beauty and people’s skills. You don’t take things for granted.

Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence is the ability to identify and enjoy that which is admirable in the world. There are three types of goodness in which positive psychology focuses: physical beauty (e.g. a sunset, a song, or building); an exceptional skill or talent; and moral goodness (e.g. a character strength). Appreciation of beauty can generate awe; appreciation of a skill can generate admiration; and appreciation of moral goodness can generate moral elevation. All of these feelings (awe, admiration, and moral elevation) help us forget ourselves and find increased joy and meaning in the world.

  PTA PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual financial report
• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

Want to have all the memories the school year brings?  The time has come to order your Ravensworth Elementary School Yearbooks. The price of the yearbook is $18.50.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

Order site: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

Yearbook ID Code: 4882624

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

Order deadline:  April 19, 2024

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

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Upcoming Events

 

April 12th - Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show 6:00-8:00pm

April 17th - Virginia Purple Up! Day (Wear Something Purple)

April 17th - Spring Individual Picture Day

April 24th – 6th Grade Panoramic Photo

Link to 2023-2024 School Year Calendar 2023-24 FCPS School Year Calendar

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  Student and Family Surveys

 

FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey is now open for all parents/caregivers. Emails were sent to families on Sunday, March 3, by our independent partner, K12 Insight. 

Families are encouraged to participate. Feedback will be used to develop a plan to improve family and school partnerships throughout the division to support student success.

The survey is available in 10 languages. Parents/caregivers may stop by schools to fill out a paper survey or for support with completing the survey online. A link to the survey and additional information are available on the Family Engagement Survey webpage.

 

Encuesta para los Estudiantes y la Familia

La Encuesta de participación familiar de FCPS ya está abierta para todos los padres/cuidadores. Nuestro socio independiente, “K12 Insight”, envió correos electrónicos a las familias el domingo 3 de marzo.

Se les invita a las familias a participar. Sus comentarios se utilizarán para desarrollar un plan para mejorar las asociaciones entre familias y escuelas en toda la división para apoyar el éxito de los estudiantes.

La encuesta está disponible en 10 idiomas. Los padres/cuidadores pueden pasar por las escuelas para completar una encuesta en papel o para recibir ayuda para completar la encuesta en línea. Un enlace a la encuesta e información adicional están disponibles en la página web de la encuesta de participación familiar.

  Rising 7th grade students - Immunizations Notice

 

7th Grade Immunizations are now due and should be submitted to Teresa Dunbar no later than June 1st. All students entering 7th grade will be required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) and the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Immunization records can be scanned directly to Ms. Dunbar at [email protected]

  Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Services Internal Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians of FCPS students. Parents/guardians will be asked for feedback on the level of satisfaction with School Health services provided to the school community. The survey will be distributed electronically via FCPS This Week. The survey window is April 15 - April 26, 2024.
Survey link: www.redcap.link/FCHDSchoolHealthSurvey.

Survey results will provide a basis for quality improvement of School Health services. The data-driven process is in alignment with the FCPS Strategic planning process, and the survey results will contribute positively to the FCPS Strategic Plan that reflects a shared consensus among stakeholders.

  April is Month of the Military Child!

 

To celebrate our military connected students here at Ravensworth we will have a Spirit Week surrounding FCPS' Purple Up Day!

Monday - PJ Day

Tuesday - Camo Day

Wednesday - Purple Up Day

Thursday - Stars & Stripes Day

Friday - RED Day

  Annual Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show

 

Join us for the Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show at the LBSS gym on April 12th from 6-8pm to view selected artworks from all our feeder schools including Ravensworth. There will be art, music, food, and much more! 

  Techstravaganza 2024   Tech Adventure Camp

 

Registration is open from February 1st to June 7th, 2024. You can register online through The Tech Adventure Camp website.

There are limited number of seats for this camp, so register early to guarantee a spot.

For questions, please contact the CTE department, at [email protected].

  CTE Summer Academy

 

Registration is open from February 1st to June 7th, 2024. You can register online through The CTE Summer Academy  website.

There are limited number of seats for this camp, so register early to guarantee a spot.

For questions, please contact the CTE department, at [email protected].

  Positivity Project

 

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Purpose. Purpose means you have beliefs about the meaning of life and your life’s purpose. You seek to be part of something greater than yourself.

Purpose gives individuals the sense that they are put on this earth for a reason and that they are somehow connected with humanity or the universe. People who possess a sense of purpose believe that they were put on earth for a reason. That reason can have all kinds of variety. It could be to create a unique invention, bring joy through art or music, or raise their children to become good people. These people have a true calling.

  PTA   PTA Open Board Positions

 

After the 2023-2024 School Year our entire Executive Board: President, Treasurer, and Secretary positions will be vacant. We cannot have a PTA without these positions filled and the state will assume control. Nominations for these positions will be held at the April 15th and June 3rd meetings. Elections will follow the close of nominations at the June 3rd Meeting.

Anyone interested in being involved in the PTA as one of these positions is urged to contact [email protected] to receive more information or start learning more about these roles.

President

• Preside over general membership and executive board meetings
• Meet with school leadership and develop ideas to promote the organization
• Submit documentation necessary to the Virginia PTA and maintain the organization within the specified by-laws
• Serve as ex-officio of all committees except the nominations committee
• 6-8 Hours per month

Treasurer

• Tracking and inputting incomes and expenses in QuickBooks
• Creating Monthly Budget Reports and presenting them at Meetings as well as an annual financial report
• Writing checks and depositing payments received
• Submitting dues to the state organization per bylaws
• QuickBooks Experience helpful but not necessary
• 3-5 hours per month

Secretary

• Record minutes of all meetings
• Keep official copies of the state and local bylaws on file
• Maintain a membership list in accordance with the Virginia PTA
• 2-4 hours per month

Anyone interested in these roles can send an email to [email protected].

  PTA Meeting April 15th

At the Monday, April 15th PTA Meeting, we will be presenting, Empowering Parents to Navigate Challenges in the Digital Age.  The session will focus on understanding and addressing the challenges of technology and impacts it can have on students academically and socially. Equip yourself with valuable insights and practical strategies to foster a safe and supportive environment for your child online. Let's collaborate to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape together. Several Ravensworth staff members and Melanie Crosby, Region 4 Family Engagement Specialist, will lead this presentation.                     

  Ravensworth Chess club is Looking for Volunteers

 

Chess Club is being held Mondays through June 3rd 3:30p.m. - 5:00p.m. for 2nd through 6th graders! While registration is full for this, we still need parent volunteers to assist during the program. Whether you have a passion for chess or not, your help would be appreciated so the club can run smoothly.  For more information contact Ravensworth club parent coordinators:

Michael Alt, [email protected]

Alexandra Parresol, [email protected]

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

Want to have all the memories the school year brings?  The time has come to order your Ravensworth Elementary School Yearbooks. The price of the yearbook is $18.50.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

Order site: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

Yearbook ID Code: 4882624

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

Order deadline:  April 19, 2024

  Get Your School Spirit Wear Today!

 

Show your school spirit and support the Ravensworth PTA—purchase your spirit wear in the MemberHub store anytime: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store; youth and adult sizes available. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions. Show your pride for the Ravensworth Ravens all year long!

  Follow Ravensworth on Social Media

 

Are you connected to Ravensworth Elementary School and the Ravensworth PTA on social media? The PTA’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ravensworthelementarypta and the school’s accounts are https://www.facebook.com/RavensworthElementary and https://twitter.com/RavensworthES

5411 Nutting Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 |  Main Phone: 703.426.3600   |  Attendance: 703.426.3636 | Web | Twitter