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Upcoming Events

 

June 1st– Spirit Day, Raven Theme Thursday - Ravens spirit wear or Blue & Gold

June 1st – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth Blacktop 6:00 pm

June 2nd– Spirit Day, Fabulous Friday - Dress in your most fabulous outfit

June 2nd – PTA End of the Year Bash, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, Blacktop (more details to come)

June 6th – Band Concert, Grades 5th & 6th, Ravensworth gym, 6:15 pm

June 6th – Strings Concert, Grades 5th & 6th, Ravensworth gym, 7:30 pm

June 8th – Strings Concert, Grade 4th, Ravensworth gym, 6:15 pm

June 13th – Field Day, Grades K – 2nd

June 14th – Field Day, Grades 3rd – 6th

June 15th – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock, 6:00 pm

June 16th – Last Day to Pick up Medication from Health Room

June 16th – Last Day of School, 2-Hr Early Release

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

  Making the Transition to Middle School

 

Making the move from elementary school to middle school can be an exciting and unsettling time for a parent and child. In a recent episode of FCPS multilingual podcast, En Pocas Palabras, learn ways to ease the transition including:

• Understanding the developmental changes in your child.
• Getting to know middle school culture.
• Encouraging independence, but remaining available.
• Offering emotional support to your child.
• Reiterating your family values and expectations.
• Staying involved in your child’s school.

The podcast is available in Arabic, English, Korean, and Spanish. Listen and subscribe. 

 

La Transición a la Escuela Intermedia

Hacer la transición de la escuela primaria a la escuela intermedia puede ser un momento emocionante e inquietante para un padre y su hijo. En un episodio reciente del podcast multilingüe de FCPS, En Pocas Palabras, aprenda maneras de facilitar la transición incluyendo:

• Entender los cambios en el desarrollo de su hijo.
• Conocer la cultura de la escuela intermedia.
• Fomentar la independencia, pero permaneciendo disponible.
• Ofrecer apoyo emocional a su hijo.
• Reafirmar sus valores y expectativas familiares.
• Participar en la escuela de su hijo.

El podcast está disponible en Árabe, Inglés, Coreano y Español. Escuche y suscríbase.

  Health Room Medication Pick Up by June 16th

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up by a parent or guardian no later than student dismissal time on the last day of school.  Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed per policy.  Medication cannot be sent home with your student.  If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by FCPS, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick-up the medication before student dismissal time on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program.  If you have any questions, please contact the Health Room.

  School Library Books - Due June 2nd

 

This is a reminder to gather all school library books for return by June 2nd.   Students can log-in to their school library account (https://search.follettsoftware.com/metasearch/ui/103810) to view their checkouts.  Select the option: “Login using your account with - sign in with Google” (@fcpsschools.net), and then click on “My Stuff.” 

We hope that all students will be successful in searching for and returning library books. We understand that books are sometimes misplaced. Please contact our Librarian, Ms. Boyd, [email protected], if there are any books that are not located.  Thank you for your help!

  INOVA Free School Physicals and Immunizations

 

Inova Cares Clinic for Children (ICCC) and Inova Partnership for Healthier Communities (PHC) are now scheduling appointments in June, July, and August to provide children ages 5 and up with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2023-24 School Year. This will take place at the Inova Cares Clinic for Children in Herndon, Manassas, and Falls Church.

PHC will be on site to screen and enroll qualifying families in Medicaid/FAMIS and connect them to an appropriate and affordable source of quality healthcare providers.

Flyer for Insured and Inova Patients

Flyer for Medicaid or Uninsured Patients

  Field Day Volunteers Needed

 

Ravensworth Elementary will have Field Day from 9:00 am – 11:00 am on the following dates:

Tuesday, June 13th          (Grades Kindergarten – 2nd)

Wednesday, June 14th     (Grades 3rd – 6th),

We would like to request volunteers arrive at the school at 8:00 am, and remain until approximately 12:00 pm to help with equipment and review procedures.

Parent volunteers will be in charge of a station during the event (along with other volunteers).  Adults will remain at their station throughout Field Day, as students rotate through.  Students will remain at the activity for approximately 10 minutes before rotating.

Please consider volunteering for this activity using this link:

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

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].

  ST Math Summer Learning: Supporting your Elementary Student

 

In collaboration with the FCPS Family Resource Center, the Math Office is offering a free webinar on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 7-8 p.m. This webinar is designed to provide families of students currently in grades K-6 with resources to continue their math learning over the summer utilizing ST Math. During this session participants will learn how to log on and navigate the tool, discuss how students can work more independently, and how families can support their students.

Please register at: ST Math. 

  Elementary Institute for The Arts

 

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July.  Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day.   Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email [email protected].

  The Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award

 

The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) is sponsoring an award to honor the legacy of Dr. Lawrence "Larry" Bussey by celebrating the efforts and impact of those who work to redress inequitable systems and practices in FCPS.  This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by June 15, 2023.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.

More information and the nomination form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website.

  Ravensworth Farm Looking for New Logo

 

The Ravensworth Farm Civic Association Board would like to announce a contest to discover a logo to be the header of the new Ravensworth Farmer newsletter and the RFCA Website, starting in October 2023.  This contest is open to all Ravensworth Farm residents and students of Ravensworth Elementary School and will have a cash prize.  Submissions are now open and can be remitted to: [email protected] no later than August 31, 2023.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Extra Yearbooks

 

If you did not order a yearbook and would still like one, we will have a few available on a first come first serve basis. Please send $20 to the front office as a cash or check made out to Ravensworth PTA.  We will need your child's name and homeroom teacher.  They will get their yearbook when all yearbooks are passed out during the last week of school.  

  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 29th - Memorial Day, School Holiday

May30th – Spirit Day, Tropical Tuesday - Wear your school appropriate Hawaiian or beach themed apparel

May 31st– Spirit Day, Wild Wednesday - Animal Print or Animal theme outfits

June 1st– Spirit Day, Raven Theme Thursday - Ravens spirit wear or Blue & Gold

June 1st – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth Blacktop 6:00 pm

June 2nd– Spirit Day, Fabulous Friday - Dress in your most fabulous outfit

June 2nd – PTA End of the Year Bash, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, Blacktop (more details to come)

June 6th – Band Concert, Grades 5th & 6th, Ravensworth gym, 6:15 pm

June 6th – Strings Concert, Grades 5th & 6th, Ravensworth gym, 7:30 pm

June 8th – Strings Concert, Grade 4th, Ravensworth gym, 6:15 pm

June 13th – Field Day, Grades K – 2nd

June 14th – Field Day, Grades 3rd – 6th

June 15th – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock, 6:00 pm

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

  Making the Transition to Middle School

 

Making the move from elementary school to middle school can be an exciting and unsettling time for a parent and child. In a recent episode of FCPS multilingual podcast, "En Pocas Palabras", learn ways to ease the transition including:

• Understanding the developmental changes in your child.
• Getting to know middle school culture.
• Encouraging independence, but remaining available.
• Offering emotional support to your child.
• Reiterating your family values and expectations.
• Staying involved in your child’s school.

The podcast is available in Arabic, English, Korean, and Spanish. Listen and subscribe. 

 

La Transición a la Escuela Intermedia

Hacer la transición de la escuela primaria a la escuela intermedia puede ser un momento emocionante e inquietante para un padre y su hijo. En un episodio reciente del podcast multilingüe de FCPS, En Pocas Palabras, aprenda maneras de facilitar la transición incluyendo:

• Entender los cambios en el desarrollo de su hijo.
• Conocer la cultura de la escuela intermedia.
• Fomentar la independencia, pero permaneciendo disponible.
• Ofrecer apoyo emocional a su hijo.
• Reafirmar sus valores y expectativas familiares.
• Participar en la escuela de su hijo.

El podcast está disponible en Árabe, Inglés, Coreano y Español. Escuche y suscríbase.

  Health Room Medication Pick Up by June 16th

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up by a parent or guardian no later than student dismissal time on the last day of school.  Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed per policy.  Medication cannot be sent home with your student.  If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by FCPS, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick-up the medication before student dismissal time on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program.  If you have any questions, please contact the Health Room.

  School Library Books - Due June 2nd

 

This is a reminder to gather all school library books for return by June 2nd.   Students can log-in to their school library account (https://search.follettsoftware.com/metasearch/ui/103810) to view their checkouts.  Select the option: “Login using your account with - sign in with Google” (@fcpsschools.net), and then click on “My Stuff.” 

We hope that all students will be successful in searching for and returning library books. We understand that books are sometimes misplaced. Please contact our Librarian, Ms. Boyd, [email protected], if there are any books that are not located.  Thank you for your help!

  INOVA Free School Physicals and Immunizations

 

Inova Cares Clinic for Children (ICCC) and Inova Partnership for Healthier Communities (PHC) are now scheduling appointments in June, July, and August to provide children ages 5 and up with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2023-24 School Year. This will take place at the Inova Cares Clinic for Children in Herndon, Manassas, and Falls Church.

PHC will be on site to screen and enroll qualifying families in Medicaid/FAMIS and connect them to an appropriate and affordable source of quality healthcare providers.

Flyer for Insured and Inova Patients

Flyer for Medicaid or Uninsured Patients

  Field Day Volunteers Needed

 

Ravensworth Elementary will have Field Day from 9:00 am – 11:00 am on the following dates:

Tuesday, June 13th          (Grades Kindergarten – 2nd)

Wednesday, June 14th     (Grades 3rd – 6th),

We would like to request volunteers arrive at the school at 8:00 am, and remain until approximately 12:00 pm to help with equipment and review procedures.

Parent volunteers will be in charge of a station during the event (along with other volunteers).  Adults will remain at their station throughout Field Day, as students rotate through.  Students will remain at the activity for approximately 10 minutes before rotating.

Please consider volunteering for this activity using this link:

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

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].

  Elementary Institute for The Arts

 

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July.  Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day.   Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email [email protected].

  The Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award

 

The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) is sponsoring an award to honor the legacy of Dr. Lawrence "Larry" Bussey by celebrating the efforts and impact of those who work to redress inequitable systems and practices in FCPS.  This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by June 15, 2023.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.

More information and the nomination form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website.

  Ravensworth Farm Looking for New Logo

 

The Ravensworth Farm Civic Association Board would like to announce a contest to discover a logo to be the header of the new Ravensworth Farmer newsletter and the RFCA Website, starting in October 2023.  This contest is open to all Ravensworth Farm residents and students of Ravensworth Elementary School and will have a cash prize.  Submissions are now open and can be remitted to: [email protected] no later than August 31, 2023.

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Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  PTA   A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  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 18th - Family STEAM Night 6:00 pm

May 29th - Memorial Day School Holiday

May30th - Spirit Day Tropical Tuesday - Wear your school appropriate Hawaiian or beach themed apparel

May 31st - Spirit Day Wild Wednesday - Animal Print or Animal theme outfits

June 1st - Spirit Day Raven Theme Thursday - Ravens spirit wear or Blue & Gold

June 1st – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth playground 6:00 pm

June 2nd - Spirit Day Fabulous Friday - Dress in your most fabulous fit

June 2nd - PTA End of the Year Bash 5:30 - 7:30 pm (more details to come)

June 6th – Band Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 6th – Strings Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 7:30 pm

June 8th – Strings Concert Grade 4th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 13th – Field Day Grades K – 2nd

June 14th – Field Day Grades 3rd – 6th

June 15th – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock 6:00pm

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

  Family STEAM Night

 

Don’t forget to come on Thursday May 18th at 6:00 pm to see what our sixth and second graders have been making in their STEAM classes.  On display, you will see Art Bots, Roller Coasters, Giant Bubbles and Fractal Sun Catchers. A pendulum Painting Demonstration will happen at 6:45pm.

You and your family may also help Rosie Revere, Engineer down a zipline by creating your own flying machine to try out. 

Parents must attend with their children.

  Elementary Institute for The Arts

 

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July.  Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day.   Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email [email protected].

  The Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award

 

The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) is sponsoring an award to honor the legacy of Dr. Lawrence "Larry" Bussey by celebrating the efforts and impact of those who work to redress inequitable systems and practices in FCPS.  This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by June 15, 2023.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.

More information and the nomination form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website.

  Ravensworth Farm Looking for New Logo

 

The Ravensworth Farm Civic Association Board would like to announce a contest to discover a logo to be the header of the new Ravensworth Farmer newsletter and the RFCA Website, starting in October 2023.  This contest is open to all Ravensworth Farm residents and students of Ravensworth Elementary School and will have a cash prize.  Submissions are now open and can be remitted to: [email protected] no later than August 31, 2023.

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Positivity Project

This week our school community will be focusing 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.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA   A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Ravensworth Chess Club

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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

 

Upcoming Events

 

May 8th to May 12th – PTA Teacher Appreciation Week

May 11th – Rising 7th Grade Parent and Student Orientation 6:30 – 7:30 pm at Lake Braddock SS

May 18th – Family STEAM Night 6:00 pm

May 29th – Memorial Day School Holiday

June 1st – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth playground 6:00 pm

June 6th – Band Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 6th – Strings Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 7:30 pm

June 8th – Strings Concert Grade 4th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 13th – Field Day Grades K – 2nd  9:00 am – 11:00 am

June 14th – Field Day Grades 3rd – 6th  9:00 am – 11:00 am

June 15th – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock 6:00pm

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

  Thank You!

 

Thank you to our amazing Ravensworth Community and PTA.  Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week has been an outpouring of love and admiration for our incredible Ravensworth Staff.  Ravensworth Teachers and Staff, we appreciate all of your hard work and dedication to our students.  Thank you for always striving for excellence.

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal 

  Family Input Form SY 2023-24

 

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 Family Input Form no later than Monday, May 15, 2023. 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.

  Family STEAM Night

 

Don’t forget to come on Thursday May 18th at 6:00 pm to see what our sixth and second graders have been making in their STEAM classes.  On display, you will see Art Bots, Roller Coasters, Giant Bubbles and Fractal Sun Catchers. A pendulum Painting Demonstration will happen at 6:45pm.

You and your family may also help Rosie Revere, Engineer down a zipline by creating your own flying machine to try out. 

Parents must attend with their children.

  Elementary Institute for The Arts

 

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July.  Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day.   Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email [email protected].

  Ravensworth Farm Looking for New Logo

 

The Ravensworth Farm Civic Association Board would like to announce a contest to discover a logo to be the header of the new Ravensworth Farmer newsletter and the RFCA Website, starting in October 2023.  This contest is open to all Ravensworth Farm residents and students of Ravensworth Elementary School and will have a cash prize.  Submissions are now open and can be remitted to: [email protected] no later than August 31, 2023.

  Rising 7th Grader Parent Night at Lake Braddock SS Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Positivity Project

 

This 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.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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 1st to May 5th – Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week (more details below)

May 4th – SOL Reading Testing 3rd grade

May 8th to May12th – PTA Teacher Appreciation Week

May 9th – SOL Math Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 10th – SOL Math Testing 3rd grade

May 11th – Rising 7th Grade Parent and Student Orientation 6:30 – 7:30 pm at Lake Braddock SS

May 16th – SOL Science Testing 5th grade

May 18th – Family STEAM Night 6:00 pm

May 29th – Memorial Day School Holiday

June 1st – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth playground 6:00 pm

June 6th – Band Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 6th – Strings Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 7:30 pm

June 8th – Strings Concert Grade 4th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 15th – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock 6:00pm

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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A Message From the Principal

 

Dear Families,

 

I can’t believe it is May! We are so excited about the various events and concerts that are scheduled over the next month. Please mark your calendars.  We can’t wait to see you there. 

Today was Bike and Roll to School Day. It was wonderful to see our bike racks full. We are so happy to see our students engaging in another way to stay active and fit. Starting toay our staff will be participating in Wellness Wednesdays. You may hear how about your child’s teacher is walking laps with them or challenging them to drink more water. 

 

Thanks for your continued partnership and support of your child. 

 

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal 

 

SOL Laptop Information

Hello families, please remind students in grades 3-6 that they will leave laptops charging at school from Friday, April 28th until SOLs are completed for the grade level.

 

Teacher Appreciation Week   Family Input Form SY 2023-24

 

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 Family Input Form no later than Monday, May 15, 2023. 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.

 

Elementary Institute for The Arts

 

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July.  Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day.   Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email [email protected].

 

Rising 7th Grader Parent Night at Lake Braddock SS   Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

 

Positivity Project

 

This 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.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA   A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Mah’Ki Update

Raven community:  Thank you so much for your support for and patience with the PTA's pilot Mah'Ki program the past two seasons.  Unfortunately, Mah'Ki will not be returning as an after-school program.  Mah'Ki is available, however, for PTA special events and you are welcome to follow Mah'Ki directly on Instagram @MAHKI4ALL.  Please reach out to Michele at [email protected] with any questions.   

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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 1st to May 5th – Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week (more details below)

May 3rd – SOL Reading Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 4th – SOL Reading Testing 3rd grade

May 9th – SOL Math Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 10th – SOL Math Testing 3rd grade

May 16th – SOL Science Testing 5th grade

May 18th – Family STEAM Night 6:00 pm

May 29th – Memorial Day School Holiday

June 1st – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth playground 6:00 pm

June 6th – Band Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 6th – Strings Concert Grades 5th & 6th Ravensworth gym 7:30 pm

June 8th – Strings Concert Grade 4th Ravensworth gym 6:15 pm

June 15th – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock 6:00pm

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

 

SOL Laptop Information

Hello families, please remind students in grades 3-6 that they will leave laptops charging at school from Friday, April 28th until SOLs are completed for the grade level.

  Teacher Appreciation Week   Family Input Form SY 2023-24

 

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 Family Input Form no later than Monday, May 15, 2023. 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.

 

Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Positivity Project

 

This 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.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Mah’Ki Update

Raven community:  Thank you so much for your support for and patience with the PTA's pilot Mah'Ki program the past two seasons.  Unfortunately, Mah'Ki will not be returning as an after-school program.  Mah'Ki is available, however, for PTA special events and you are welcome to follow Mah'Ki directly on Instagram @MAHKI4ALL.  Please reach out to Michele at [email protected] with any questions. 

 

Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT.  THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd.  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

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

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Upcoming Events

 

Apr 20th – Eid al Fitr Begins at Sundown, ends at sundown Apr 21st (Religious/Cultural Observance)

Apr 21st – Student Holiday

Apr 26th – Spring Individual Pictures

May 3rd – SOL Reading Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 4th   – SOL Reading Testing 3rd grade

May 9th – SOL Math Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 10th – SOL Math Testing 3rd grade

May 16th   – SOL Science Testing 5th grade

May 18th   – Family STEAM Night 6:00 pm

June 1st   – Chorus Concert Grades 5th & 6th Playground 6:00 pm

June 15th– 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at Lake Braddock 6:00pm

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

  Family Input Form SY 2023-24

 

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 Family Input Form no later than Monday, May 15, 2023. 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.

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Positivity Project

 

This 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.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA   A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

 

Mah’Ki Update

Raven community:  Thank you so much for your support for and patience with the PTA's pilot Mah'Ki program the past two seasons.  Unfortunately, Mah'Ki will not be returning as an after-school program.  Mah'Ki is available, however, for PTA special events and you are welcome to follow Mah'Ki directly on Instagram @MAHKI4ALL.  Please reach out to Michele at [email protected] with any questions.   

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT.  THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd.  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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

 

Apr 13th – 2 Hour Early Release

Apr 13th – Kindergarten Orientation

 2:45 – 3:00 pm – Sign-in and self-guided tours

 3:00 – 4:00 pm – Parent Orientation/Rising Kindergartener in K classrooms

 4:00 – 4:15 pm – Self-guided tours

Apr 14th – Teacher Workday – Student Holiday

Apr 17th – PTA General Meeting, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

April 18th - Family Engagement Meeting 6:30-7:30 pm in library

Apr 20th – Eid al Fitr Begins at Sundown, ends at sundown Apr 21st (Religious/Cultural Observance)

Apr 21st – Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

Apr 26th – Spring Individual Pictures

May 3rd – SOL Reading Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 4th   – SOL Reading Testing 3rd grade

May 9th – SOL Math Testing 4th, 5th & 6th grade

May 10th – SOL Math Testing 3rd grade

May 16th   – SOL Science Testing 5th grade

  Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

 

FCPS Early Childhood and PreK Programs

 

Fairfax County Public Schools offers programs for the youngest learners: 

• PreK is for students 3-4 years old whose parents meet income requirements. Space is limited, and priority is given to 4 year olds to help them prepare for kindergarten. 
• Early Head Start is for infants, toddlers, and expectant mothers who meet income requirements. 
• Early Literacy Programs and Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) work with parents to help prepare their children for school. 

Community liaisons are available to assist families with the registration process and answer any questions. For more information, visit the Early Childhood Registration webpage. 

 

Providing a Safe and Welcoming Space 

The FCPS Trust Policy supports a continued commitment to foster a caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families in our schools. The policy ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. 

 

Programas Preescolares y de Primera Infancia de FCPS

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax ofrecen programas para los estudiantes más jóvenes a través de varios programas. 

• PreK es para estudiantes de 3-4 años cuyos padres cumplen los requisitos de ingresos. El espacio es limitado, y se da prioridad a los niños de 4 años para ayudarles a prepararse para el kindergarten. 
• “Early Head Start” es para bebés, niños pequeños y mujeres embarazadas que cumplan los requisitos de ingresos. 
• Los programas de Alfabetización Temprana e Instrucción en el Hogar para Padres de Niños en Edad Preescolar (HIPPY) trabajan con los padres para ayudarles a preparar a sus hijos para la escuela. 

Los enlaces comunitarios están disponibles para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de inscripción y responder a cualquier pregunta. Para más información, visite la página web de Inscripción para la Primera Infancia "Early Childhood ".

 

Proporcionando un Espacio Seguro y Acogedor

La Política de Confianza de FCPS apoya un compromiso continuo para fomentar una cultura de cuidado y se esfuerza por proporcionar un espacio seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para todos los estudiantes y familias en nuestras escuelas. La política garantiza que los estudiantes y las familias de FCPS puedan acceder a los beneficios y servicios de FCPS sin temor a que la información sea revelada, directa o indirectamente, a los funcionarios federales de inmigración.

  Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

 

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. 

 

Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
2. Identifique su escuela local.  
3. Reunir documentos.  
4. Rellenar los formularios.  
5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.

  Family Engagement Meeting

On Tuesday, April 18th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ravensworth Library, we will be hosting a Family Engagement Meeting.  We are inviting parents/guardians who are interested in planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences.  During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community.  We hope to see you there!

  FCPS Purple Up!

 

April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19.

  AAP Spring Newsletters

 

Please see the Advanced Academics Programs  page on our Ravensworth website for the Spring AAP newsletter. There you can find information about the different levels of services and screening for school based services for next school year. The deadline for referrals to be considered this Spring is April 15th. All forms and questions can be directed to Andrea Trumbull, AART at [email protected].

  6th Grade Promotion

Please save the date! Ravensworth is very excited to announce the 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony will be held June 15th at Lake Braddock Secondary School in the Little Theater from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.  You will enter Door 14 to access the ceremony.  See you then!

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Bruins Summer Sport Camp 2023

Registration: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/Bruins-Sports-Camp-2023

  Central Fairfax Band Camp

 

Registration: https://www.rbopomusic.org/central-fairfax-band-camp.html

  SoCo Summer Strings 

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 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 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!

  Positivity Project

 

The week of April 10th – 14th our school community will focus on Fairness.  You believe that all people have value. You approach situations with an unbiased mindset and treat everyone with respect. Fairness is the product of moral judgment – the process by which people determine what is morally right and what is morally wrong. Moral reasoning has been explored and analyzed in two main traditions: the justice reasoning approach and the care reasoning approach.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA

 

A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

 

Mah’Ki Update

Raven community:  Thank you so much for your support for and patience with the PTA's pilot Mah'Ki program the past two seasons.  Unfortunately, Mah'Ki will not be returning as an after-school program.  Mah'Ki is available, however, for PTA special events and you are welcome to follow Mah'Ki directly on Instagram @MAHKI4ALL.  Please reach out to Michele at [email protected] with any questions.   

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT.  THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd.  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

 

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

 

Apr 3rd – 7th – Spring Break

Apr 13th – 2 Hour Early Release

Apr 13th – Kindergarten Orientation

2:45 – 3:00 pm – Sign-in and self-guided tours

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Parent Orientation/Rising Kindergartener in K classrooms

4:00 – 4:15 pm – Self-guided tours

Apr 14th – Teacher Workday – Student Holiday

Apr 17th – PTA General Meeting, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Apr 20th – Eid al Fitr Begins at Sundown, ends at sundown Apr 21st (Religious/Cultural Observance)

Apr 21st – Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

Apr 26th – Spring Individual Pictures

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

 

Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

 

FCPS Early Childhood and PreK Programs

 

Fairfax County Public Schools offers programs for the youngest learners: 

• PreK is for students 3-4 years old whose parents meet income requirements. Space is limited, and priority is given to 4 year olds to help them prepare for kindergarten. 
• Early Head Start is for infants, toddlers, and expectant mothers who meet income requirements. 
• Early Literacy Programs and Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) work with parents to help prepare their children for school. 

Community liaisons are available to assist families with the registration process and answer any questions. For more information, visit the Early Childhood Registration webpage. 

Providing a Safe and Welcoming Space 

The FCPS Trust Policy supports a continued commitment to foster a caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families in our schools. The policy ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. 

 

Programas Preescolares y de Primera Infancia de FCPS

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax ofrecen programas para los estudiantes más jóvenes a través de varios programas. 

• PreK es para estudiantes de 3-4 años cuyos padres cumplen los requisitos de ingresos. El espacio es limitado, y se da prioridad a los niños de 4 años para ayudarles a prepararse para el kindergarten. 
• “Early Head Start” es para bebés, niños pequeños y mujeres embarazadas que cumplan los requisitos de ingresos. 
• Los programas de Alfabetización Temprana e Instrucción en el Hogar para Padres de Niños en Edad Preescolar (HIPPY) trabajan con los padres para ayudarles a preparar a sus hijos para la escuela. 

Los enlaces comunitarios están disponibles para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de inscripción y responder a cualquier pregunta. Para más información, visite la página web de Inscripción para la Primera Infancia "Early Childhood ".

Proporcionando un Espacio Seguro y Acogedor

La Política de Confianza de FCPS apoya un compromiso continuo para fomentar una cultura de cuidado y se esfuerza por proporcionar un espacio seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para todos los estudiantes y familias en nuestras escuelas. La política garantiza que los estudiantes y las familias de FCPS puedan acceder a los beneficios y servicios de FCPS sin temor a que la información sea revelada, directa o indirectamente, a los funcionarios federales de inmigración.

  Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

 

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. 

 

Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
2. Identifique su escuela local.  
3. Reunir documentos.  
4. Rellenar los formularios.  
5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.

  FCPS Purple Up!

 

April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19.

  6th Grade Promotion

Please save the date! Ravensworth is very excited to announce the 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony will be held June 15th at Lake Braddock Secondary School in the Little Theater from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.  You will enter Door 14 to access the ceremony.  See you then!

  AAP Spring Newsletters

 

Please see the Advanced Academics Programs  page on our Ravensworth website for the Spring AAP newsletter. There you can find information about the different levels of services and screening for school based services for next school year. The deadline for referrals to be considered this Spring is April 15th. All forms and questions can be directed to Andrea Trumbull, AART at [email protected].

 

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

 

¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!

Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  SoCo Summer Strings 

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 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 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!

  Positivity Project        

 

This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Humor. Humor means you like to laugh and bring smiles to other people.

Humor is a sense of playfulness and lightness. It is a way of looking at and describing the world that brings laughter to people. A person with the strength of humor is skilled at seeing the funny side of things, bringing smiles and laughter to others, and identifying and communicating the absurdities in life. People with this strength don’t specifically need to be joke tellers, although many are.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Mah’Ki Update

 

Raven community:  Thank you so much for your support for and patience with the PTA's pilot Mah'Ki program the past two seasons.  Unfortunately, Mah'Ki will not be returning as an after-school program.  Mah'Ki is available, however, for PTA special events and you are welcome to follow Mah'Ki directly on Instagram @MAHKI4ALL.  Please reach out to Michele at [email protected] with any questions.   

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT.  THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd.  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

 

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

Mar 22nd – Ramadan Begins at Sundown (Religious/Cultural Observance)

Mar 22nd– PTA Spirit Day, Taco Bamba, Fairfax (use code RESPTA)

Mar 23rd – Ramadan continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until Apr 21st (Religious/Cultural Observance)

Apr 3rd – 7th – Spring Break

Apr 13th – 2 Hour Early Release

Apr 13th – Kindergarten Orientation

           2:45 – 3:00 pm – Sign-in and self-guided tours

           3:00 – 4:00 pm – Parent Orientation/Rising Kindergartener in     classrooms

           4:00 – 4:15 pm – Self-guided tours

Apr 14th – Teacher Workday – Student Holiday

Apr 17th – PTA General Meeting, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Apr 20th – Eid al Fitr Begins at Sundown, ends at sundown Apr 21st (Religious/Cultural Observance)

Apr 21st – Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

Apr 26th – Spring Individual Pictures

 

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

  Religious and Cultural Observance - Ramadan

 

This year, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, March 22. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year, a time for spiritual discipline for Muslims, who believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Quran to Mohammed. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids. 

Ramadan begins with a half “O Day” on March 22, followed by an O Day on March 23. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. Half O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar.

Ramadan Accommodations

All students at Ravensworth are offered an alternate space during the lunch period instead of the cafeteria during Ramadan.  Teachers will be checking in with students to learn their preference prior to the start of Ramadan. Parents are also welcome to contact their child’s teacher to share their request and any questions or concerns.

  Proposed Updates to the SR&R 

 

Proposed Updates to Student Rights and Responsibilities The Department of Special Services will be hosting two virtual meetings for the FCPS community regarding proposed updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation. Please join one of the meetings below via Zoom (click the date to register):

• Monday, March 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the suggested updates and ask questions via Zoom Chat. Language interpretation will be available in Spanish. A certified deaf interpreter will be available as well. 

Beginning Monday, March 20, families and staff will also be able to provide feedback on proposed updates to the SR&R via a short survey. Please stay tuned for details. Visit FCPS’ website for more information.   

Actualizaciones Propuestas a los Derechos y Responsabilidades del Estudiante

El Departamento de Servicios Especiales tendrá dos reuniones virtuales para la comunidad de FCPS con respecto a las actualizaciones propuestas a la Regulación de Derechos y Responsabilidades del Estudiante (SR&R). Por favor, únase a una de las reuniones a continuación a través de Zoom (haga clic en la fecha para registrarse):                                

• Lunes, 27 de Marzo, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de conocer las actualizaciones sugeridas y hacer preguntas a través de Zoom Chat. Habrá interpretación en español. También estará disponible un intérprete certificado para personas sordas. 

A partir del lunes, 20 de Marzo, las familias y el personal también podrán dar su opinión sobre las actualizaciones propuestas para el SR&R a través de una breve encuesta. Por favor manténgase en sintonía para más detalles. Visite el sitio web de FCPS para más información.

  Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

  FCPS Early Childhood and PreK Programs

 

Fairfax County Public Schools offers programs for the youngest learners: 

• PreK is for students 3-4 years old whose parents meet income requirements. Space is limited, and priority is given to 4 year olds to help them prepare for kindergarten. 
• Early Head Start is for infants, toddlers, and expectant mothers who meet income requirements. 
• Early Literacy Programs and Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) work with parents to help prepare their children for school. 

Community liaisons are available to assist families with the registration process and answer any questions. For more information, visit the Early Childhood Registration webpage. 

Providing a Safe and Welcoming Space 

The FCPS Trust Policy supports a continued commitment to foster a caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families in our schools. The policy ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. 

 

Programas Preescolares y de Primera Infancia de FCPS

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax ofrecen programas para los estudiantes más jóvenes a través de varios programas. 

• PreK es para estudiantes de 3-4 años cuyos padres cumplen los requisitos de ingresos. El espacio es limitado, y se da prioridad a los niños de 4 años para ayudarles a prepararse para el kindergarten. 
• “Early Head Start” es para bebés, niños pequeños y mujeres embarazadas que cumplan los requisitos de ingresos. 
• Los programas de Alfabetización Temprana e Instrucción en el Hogar para Padres de Niños en Edad Preescolar (HIPPY) trabajan con los padres para ayudarles a preparar a sus hijos para la escuela. 

Los enlaces comunitarios están disponibles para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de inscripción y responder a cualquier pregunta. Para más información, visite la página web de Inscripción para la Primera Infancia "Early Childhood ".

Proporcionando un Espacio Seguro y Acogedor

La Política de Confianza de FCPS apoya un compromiso continuo para fomentar una cultura de cuidado y se esfuerza por proporcionar un espacio seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para todos los estudiantes y familias en nuestras escuelas. La política garantiza que los estudiantes y las familias de FCPS puedan acceder a los beneficios y servicios de FCPS sin temor a que la información sea revelada, directa o indirectamente, a los funcionarios federales de inmigración.

  Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

 

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. 

 

Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
2. Identifique su escuela local.  
3. Reunir documentos.  
4. Rellenar los formularios.  
5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.

  FCPS Purple Up!

 

April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19. 

  Our Salad Bar is Returning on March 27th

 

The salad bar is returning! Beginning March 27, we will have our salad bar back. This will be an adjustment for our students, and we are looking for a few parent volunteers to help the first couple of days. If you are willing to help please sign up using this link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4EA8A72AA46-cafeteria

  Techstravaganza 2023

 

The 19th annual Techstravaganza is going to be held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria, VA on May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Admission is free, food will be for sale, here is the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tjhsst-techstravaganza-2023-tickets-465757552377\ More information about the event can be found on our website at http://tjtechstrav.org/

  6th Grade Promotion

Please save the date! Ravensworth is very excited to announce the 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony will be held June 15th at Lake Braddock Secondary School in the Little Theater from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.  You will enter Door 14 to access the ceremony.  See you then!

  SoCo Summer Strings 

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 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 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!

  New Language Translation Feature on Websites

 

Language Translation on FCPS Websites

In a continued effort to prioritize access for our diverse communities, FCPS is launching a language translation feature that will be available on every division and school webpage. The feature has been added to the header at the top of the page and will scroll with the user as they navigate the page. Learn more about our new translation feature.

Traducción de Idiomas en los Sitios Web de FCPS En un esfuerzo continuo para priorizar el acceso a nuestras diversas comunidades, FCPS está lanzando una función de traducción de idiomas que estará disponible en cada página web de división y escuela. La función se ha agregado al encabezado en la parte superior de la página y se desplazará con el usuario a medida que navega por la página. Obtenga más información sobre nuestra nueva función de traducción.

  Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

 

¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!

Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Perspective. Perspective means you appreciate when people see things in different ways. You have the ability to understand the world from multiple points of view.

Perspective is also referred to as wisdom and is distinct from intelligence. People with this strength are sought out for advice because they see the big picture and can make sense of the world’s complexity. This strength of perspective gives individuals the ability to see to the heart of difficult matters and achieve clarity. Most importantly, they are honest and behave in an ethically consistent manner. 

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT.  THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd.  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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

March 15th – Parent Engagement Meeting, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Mar 21st – Family Math Night, 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Mar 22nd – First Day of Ramadan

Mar 22nd – PTA Spirit Day, Taco Bamba, Fairfax (use code RESPTA)

Apr 3rd – 7th – Spring Break

Apr 13th – Kindergarten Orientation

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

 

Family Engagement Meeting

 

Today, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ravensworth Library, we will be hosting a Family Engagement Meeting.  We are inviting parents/guardians who are interested in planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences.  During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community.  We hope to see you there!

 

Religious and Cultural Observance - Ramadan

 

This year, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, March 22. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year, a time for spiritual discipline for Muslims, who believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Quran to Mohammed. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids. 

Ramadan begins with a half “O Day” on March 22, followed by an O Day on March 23. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. Half O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar.

 

FCPS Purple Up! T-Shirt

 

April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19. The FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt is available for order now through March 16 here! Purple Up! FCPS!

 

Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

 

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

 

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. 

 

Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
2. Identifique su escuela local.  
3. Reunir documentos.  
4. Rellenar los formularios.  
5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.

 

FCPS Early Childhood and PreK Programs

 

Fairfax County Public Schools offers programs for the youngest learners: 

• PreK is for students 3-4 years old whose parents meet income requirements. Space is limited, and priority is given to 4 year olds to help them prepare for kindergarten. 
• Early Head Start is for infants, toddlers, and expectant mothers who meet income requirements. 
• Early Literacy Programs and Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) work with parents to help prepare their children for school. 

Community liaisons are available to assist families with the registration process and answer any questions. For more information, visit the Early Childhood Registration webpage. 

Providing a Safe and Welcoming Space 

The FCPS Trust Policy supports a continued commitment to foster a caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families in our schools. The policy ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. 

  Programas Preescolares y de Primera Infancia de FCPS

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax ofrecen programas para los estudiantes más jóvenes a través de varios programas. 

• PreK es para estudiantes de 3-4 años cuyos padres cumplen los requisitos de ingresos. El espacio es limitado, y se da prioridad a los niños de 4 años para ayudarles a prepararse para el kindergarten. 
• “Early Head Start” es para bebés, niños pequeños y mujeres embarazadas que cumplan los requisitos de ingresos. 
• Los programas de Alfabetización Temprana e Instrucción en el Hogar para Padres de Niños en Edad Preescolar (HIPPY) trabajan con los padres para ayudarles a preparar a sus hijos para la escuela. 

 

Los enlaces comunitarios están disponibles para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de inscripción y responder a cualquier pregunta. Para más información, visite la página web de Inscripción para la Primera Infancia "Early Childhood ".

Proporcionando un Espacio Seguro y Acogedor

La Política de Confianza de FCPS apoya un compromiso continuo para fomentar una cultura de cuidado y se esfuerza por proporcionar un espacio seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para todos los estudiantes y familias en nuestras escuelas. La política garantiza que los estudiantes y las familias de FCPS puedan acceder a los beneficios y servicios de FCPS sin temor a que la información sea revelada, directa o indirectamente, a los funcionarios federales de inmigración.

  New Language Translation Feature on Websites

 

Language Translation on FCPS Websites

In a continued effort to prioritize access for our diverse communities, FCPS is launching a language translation feature that will be available on every division and school webpage. The feature has been added to the header at the top of the page and will scroll with the user as they navigate the page. Learn more about our new translation feature.

Traducción de Idiomas en los Sitios Web de FCPS En un esfuerzo continuo para priorizar el acceso a nuestras diversas comunidades, FCPS está lanzando una función de traducción de idiomas que estará disponible en cada página web de división y escuela. La función se ha agregado al encabezado en la parte superior de la página y se desplazará con el usuario a medida que navega por la página. Obtenga más información sobre nuestra nueva función de traducción.

 

Town Hall Meeting – Braddock & Springfield Districts   Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

 

¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!

Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Echo Toy Drive

 

February 21st to March 17th

Donate new or gently used toys, board games or cards games to families in the Springfield/Burke area.

Donation box is located in the Ravensworth Lobby

 

Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  SoCo Summer Strings 

 

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 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 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!

  Techstravaganza 2023

 

The 19th annual Techstravaganza is going to be held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria, VA on May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, here is the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tjhsst-techstravaganza-2023-tickets-465757552377\

More information about the event can be found on our website at http://tjtechstrav.org/

  Positivity Project

Identifying and appreciating the good in others is a core tenet of the Other People Matter Mindset. This isn’t always what comes naturally. Often, it’s easier to blame others for our problems or find flaws in others to use as excuses for our own jealousy, bitterness, or resentment. The problem is that this negativity usually leads to problems – for us, for the other person, and for our relationships.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA   A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

 

Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

TIME IS RUNNING OUT.  THE LAST DAY TO ORDER IS APRIL 23rd.  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Run Fit Kidz

 

 

We still have 10 spots available for Run Fit Kidz this year!

Don’t Delay – Register at www.runfitkidz.com

Classes will begin March 21st from 3:25 – 4:40 pm and end May 16th

Celebration 5K: Sunday, May 21st at Fairfax Corner

 

Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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

 

Feb 2nd - Mar 10th– Ravensworth Art Show, Chik-Fil-A, Annandale location

March 15th – Parent Engagement Meeting, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Mar 21st – Family Math Night, 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Mar 22nd – PTA Spirit Day, Taco Bamba, Fairfax

Apr 3rd-7th – Spring Break

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

 

A message from The Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Families, 

These last couple of weeks we have experienced an interesting range of weather and while we cannot tell whether this is fake spring or the real thing a little early, we are trying our best to have outside activities. We are also experiencing some behaviors in the building that we do not normally see until around spring break. As you are having conversations with your child, please include the importance of being respectful to peers and staff. We have a number of activities coming up this year and we want to make sure everyone is able to enjoy them.

Over the next few weeks we have several family engagement events scheduled.  Ravensworth parents/guardians are invited to the Family Engagement Meeting Next Wednesday, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the library.  During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community and planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences.  On Tuesday, March 21st, we are hosting a Family Math Night.  Ravensworth students and their families can drop by between 5:30-7:00 pm to learn new math games that they can take home with them.  We hope you can join us!

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of your child’s learning.

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal

 

Family Engagement Meeting

 

On Wednesday, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ravensworth Library, we will be hosting a Family Engagement Meeting.  We are inviting parents/guardians who are interested in planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences.  During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community.  We hope to see you there!

  Your Views and Opinions Are Important to Us!

 

On Monday, March 13, Ravensworth parents/guardians will be contacted through email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form Online. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. These topics include instructional leadership, school climate, management (human resources and organizational), communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, and professionalism.

The questionnaire will be collected online between March 13 and March 24. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your opinions matter!

  Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

  FCPS Early Childhood and PreK Programs

 

Fairfax County Public Schools offers programs for the youngest learners: 

• PreK is for students 3-4 years old whose parents meet income requirements. Space is limited, and priority is given to 4 year old to help them prepare for kindergarten. 
• Early Head Start is for infants, toddlers, and expectant mothers who meet income requirements. 
• Early Literacy Programs and Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) work with parents to help prepare their children for school. 

Community liaisons are available to assist families with the registration process and answer any questions. For more information, visit the Early Childhood Registration webpage. 

Providing a Safe and Welcoming Space 

The FCPS Trust Policy supports a continued commitment to foster a caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families in our schools. The policy ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. 

 

Programas Preescolares y de Primera Infancia de FCPS

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax ofrecen programas para los estudiantes más jóvenes a través de varios programas. 

• PreK es para estudiantes de 3-4 años cuyos padres cumplen los requisitos de ingresos. El espacio es limitado, y se da prioridad a los niños de 4 años para ayudarles a prepararse para el kindergarten. 
• “Early Head Start” es para bebés, niños pequeños y mujeres embarazadas que cumplan los requisitos de ingresos. 
• Los programas de Alfabetización Temprana e Instrucción en el Hogar para Padres de Niños en Edad Preescolar (HIPPY) trabajan con los padres para ayudarles a preparar a sus hijos para la escuela. 

Los enlaces comunitarios están disponibles para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de inscripción y responder a cualquier pregunta. Para más información, visite la página web de Inscripción para la Primera Infancia "Early Childhood ".

Proporcionando un Espacio Seguro y Acogedor

La Política de Confianza de FCPS apoya un compromiso continuo para fomentar una cultura de cuidado y se esfuerza por proporcionar un espacio seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para todos los estudiantes y familias en nuestras escuelas. La política garantiza que los estudiantes y las familias de FCPS puedan acceder a los beneficios y servicios de FCPS sin temor a que la información sea revelada, directa o indirectamente, a los funcionarios federales de inmigración.

  Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

 

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. 

 

Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
2. Identifique su escuela local.  
3. Reunir documentos.  
4. Rellenar los formularios.  
5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.

  New Language Translation Feature on Websites

 

Language Translation on FCPS Websites

In a continued effort to prioritize access for our diverse communities, FCPS is launching a language translation feature that will be available on every division and school webpage. The feature has been added to the header at the top of the page and will scroll with the user as they navigate the page. Learn more about our new translation feature.

Traducción de Idiomas en los Sitios Web de FCPS

En un esfuerzo continuo para priorizar el acceso a nuestras diversas comunidades, FCPS está lanzando una función de traducción de idiomas que estará disponible en cada página web de división y escuela. La función se ha agregado al encabezado en la parte superior de la página y se desplazará con el usuario a medida que navega por la página. Obtenga más información sobre nuestra nueva función de traducción.

  Town Hall Meeting – Braddock & Springfield Districts   Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

 

¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!

Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.

  7th Grade Immunizations Requirement Notice

 

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 and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.      
• As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to Teresa Dunbar, Ravensworth Registrar, as soon as possible:

An immunization record showing that the child has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations listed above.

1. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
2. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
3. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

  Share Your Thoughts with Us!

 

What keeps you optimistic about FCPS? What are your concerns? Answer these and two other questions on our Strategic Plan Feedback Form, and help shape our school division’s future.

¡Comparta sus opiniones con nosotros!

¿Qué lo mantiene orgulloso de FCPS? ¿Cuáles son sus preocupaciones? Conteste estas y otras dos preguntas en nuestro Formulario de Comentarios del Plan Estratégico, y ayude a formar el futuro de nuestra división escolar.

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Echo Toy Drive

 

February 21st to March 17th

Donate new or gently used toys, board games or cards games to families in the Springfield/Burke area.

Donation box is located in the Ravensworth Lobby

  Techstravaganza 2023

 

The 19th annual Techstravaganza is going to be held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria, VA on May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, here is the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tjhsst-techstravaganza-2023-tickets-465757552377\

More information about the event can be found on our website at http://tjtechstrav.org/

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will be focusing on the Other People Mindset of Identifying and Appreciating the Good in Others. It’s important to deliberately work to identify and appreciate others’ character strengths.

Identifying and appreciating the good in others is a core tenet of the Other People Matter Mindset. This isn’t always what comes naturally. Often, it’s easier to blame others for our problems or find flaws in others to use as excuses for our own jealousy, bitterness, or resentment. The problem is that this negativity usually leads to problems – for us, for the other person, and for our relationships.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA   A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

 

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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Run Fit Kidz

 

We still have 10 spots available for Run Fit Kidz this year!

Don’t Delay – Register at www.runfitkidz.com

Classes will begin March 21st from 3:25 – 4:40 pm and end May 16th

Celebration 5K: Sunday, May 21st at Fairfax Corner

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

 

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

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

Upcoming Events

 

Mar 2nd – 2-Hour Early Release

Mar 3rd – School Planning Day for Staff (No School for Students)

Feb 2nd - Mar 10th – Ravensworth Art Show, Chik-Fil-A, Annandale location

March 15th – Parent Engagement Meerting, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Mar 21st – Family Math Night, 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Mar 22nd – PTA Spirit Day, Taco Bamba, Fairfax

Apr 3rd-7th – Spring Break

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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

 

Your Views and Opinions Are Important to Us!

 

On Monday, March 13, Ravensworth parents/guardians will be contacted through email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form Online. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. These topics include instructional leadership, school climate, management (human resources and organizational), communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, and professionalism.

The questionnaire will be collected online between March 13 and March 24. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your opinions matter!

 

Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to prepare for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

 

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

 

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. 

 

Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
2. Identifique su escuela local.  
3. Reunir documentos.  
4. Rellenar los formularios.  
5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Ravensoworth’s Kindergarten Orientation is Thursday, April 13th at 3:00 pm.

 

Family Engagement Meeting

 

On Wednesday, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ravensworth Library, we will be hosting a Family Engagement Meeting.  We are inviting parents/guardians who are interested in planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences.  During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community.  We hope to see you there!

 

Town Hall Meeting – Braddock & Springfield Districts   Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

 

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

 

¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!

Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.

  Lost and Found

 

Lost and Found items will be made available for parents and guardians in the Lobby of the school from March 1st to March 3rd from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Items not claimed by Monday March 6th will be donated.

 

7th Grade Immunizations Requirement Notice

 

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 and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.      
• As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to Teresa Dunbar, Ravensworth Registrar, as soon as possible:

An immunization record showing that the child has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations listed above.

1. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
2. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
3. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

  Echo Toy Drive

 

Donate new or gently used toys, board games or cards games to families in the Springfield/Burke area.

Donation box is located in the Ravensworth Lobby

  FCPS CARES

 

The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Ravensworth Elementary. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

  Share Your Thoughts with Us!

 

What keeps you optimistic about FCPS? What are your concerns? Answer these and two other questions on our Strategic Plan Feedback Form, and help shape our school division’s future.

¡Comparta sus opiniones con nosotros!

¿Qué lo mantiene orgulloso de FCPS? ¿Cuáles son sus preocupaciones? Conteste estas y otras dos preguntas en nuestro Formulario de Comentarios del Plan Estratégico, y ayude a formar el futuro de nuestra división escolar.

  Strategic Plan: Make Your Students’ Voice Count!

 

Strategic Planning is in process and will incorporate feedback from school staff, families, students, and community partners and organizations. Please encourage your students to participate in this unique opportunity to share their voices.

FCPS is currently seeking secondary students in grades 7-12 who are interested in participating in a Strategic Plan focus group. This focus group provides an opportunity to share feedback in a small group with other FCPS students and a trained facilitator. FCPS is hosting four virtual focus groups for secondary students in March:

• March 16, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.

Interested students should check their email for a form to sign up for the focus groups. Students will be asked to provide their student ID, so their parents/caregivers can be identified and contacted to ask for consent to participate.

If you have any questions about the student focus groups or you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact [email protected].  

Register Now to Attend a Community Forum! 

Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for the one that is most convenient for you. Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan, prior to its completion and formal adoption by the School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.

 

Plan Estratégico: ¡Haga que la voz de sus estudiantes cuente!

 

El proceso de planificación estratégica de FCPS incorporará opiniones del personal escolar, familias, estudiantes, y socios y organizaciones de la comunidad. FCPS actualmente está buscando estudiantes de secundaria en grados 7-12 que estén interesados en participar en un grupo de enfoque del Plan Estratégico. Por favor anime a su(s) estudiante(s) a participar en esta oportunidad única de compartir sus voces.

Este grupo de enfoque provee una oportunidad de compartir opiniones en un grupo pequeño con otros estudiantes de FCPS y un facilitador entrenado. FCPS está organizando cuatro grupos de enfoque virtuales para estudiantes de secundaria en Marzo:

• 16 de Marzo, 3:30-5 p.m. o 5:30-7 p.m.

Los estudiantes que estén interesados deben revisar su correo electrónico para obtener un formulario para inscribirse en un grupo de discusión. Se pedirá a los estudiantes que proporcionen su identificación de estudiante, para que sus padres/cuidadores puedan ser identificados y contactados para pedirles su consentimiento para participar.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre los grupos de discusión de estudiantes o desea obtener más información sobre esta oportunidad, póngase en contacto con [email protected]  

¡Inscríbase Ahora para Asistir a un Foro Comunitario de Planificación Estratégica! 

Consulte el calendario de Foros Comunitarios para inscribirse en el que más le convenga. Los Foros Comunitarios proveerán a cada residente una oportunidad de participar e influenciar la dirección del Plan Estratégico de FCPS, antes de su finalización y adopción formal por la Junta Escolar. Aprenda más sobre nuestro proceso de planificación estratégica.

  Transportation – Kiss and Ride

 

Please help us set good examples for students!  There are crosswalks at Nutting Dr. and Gosport Ln. and also at Nutting Dr. and Ellet Rd.  It is much safer to cross Nutting Dr. at these corners than to park opposite the bus loop and cross Nutting Dr. without a crosswalk. Kiss and Ride is a much safer route to use to drop-off and pick-up students.  Please keep this in mind.

Also, while using Kiss and Ride, as you approach patrols for drop-off or pick-up, do not use your phone.  The Kiss and Ride area is a cell free zone.

We appreciate you helping us keep our students safe.

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Techstravaganza 2023

 

The 19th annual Techstravaganza is going to be held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria, VA on May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Admission is free, food will be for sale, here is the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tjhsst-techstravaganza-2023-tickets-465757552377\

More information about the event can be found on our website at http://tjtechstrav.org/

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Love of Learning. Love of learning means you master new topics on your own or in school.

Those with a love of learning are intrinsically motivated and engaged in a topic regardless of achieving an external standard. They enjoy learning simply for the sake of learning. They don’t need a prize of a high grade as a reward. Their reward is the process of doing the work and improving.

Developing a love of learning is highly beneficial for an individual. It means that they are intrinsically motivated to deepen their existing skills and abilities or learn something completely new. Since intrinsically motivated action is correlated with positive emotions, those who act on their love of learning may also have enhanced mental and physical health. Additionally, individuals who love learning have the desire and ability to overcome challenges, due to a sense of autonomy and control over their environment.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

  Read for Ravensworth, February 22nd to March 5th

 

Read for Ravensworth is an exciting, week-long family event that takes place annually during Read Across America. The focus of this year’s read-a-thon is making connections. Families are invited to participate in an interactive book club featuring stories from around the globe and hands-on activities that connect reading with real-world concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM)!

The STEAM Activity list includes:

Learn about electricity and make your own Paper Circuit.

Apply geometry concepts to Origami and create art.

Hone your design skills by building boats.

Explore animal taxonomy.

Investigate Spider Webs and develop and test your own design.

Discover the ecosystem and plant a seed.

Sign your reader up TODAY at:

https://app.memberhub.gives/read4ravensworth/Campaign/Details

It’s super easy – just click “Raven’s Nest” to register your student using a personal email account (do not use an @fcpsschool.net account). You can customize your fundraising page with your own pictures and videos! Share that link with your family and friends to ask for donations.

Register and receive a Family Book Club Guide and STEAM activity kit!*

Read for Ravensworth is also still looking for any items that could be used as incentives for our readers: small toys, prizes, gift cards, coupons, and more! Your donation will be used to encourage our students to read!

If you have any questions, please reach out to [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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

  Run Fit Kidz

 

We still have 10 spots available for Run Fit Kidz this year!

Don’t Delay – Register at www.runfitkidz.com

Classes will begin March 21st from 3:25 – 4:40 pm and end May 16th

Celebration 5K: Sunday, May 21st at Fairfax Corner

  Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/

Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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

 

Feb 24th – PTA Spirit Night at Jersey Mike’s – See PTA Information below for more details

Mar 2nd – 2-Hour Early Release

Mar 3rd – School Planning Day for Staff (No School for Students)

Feb 2nd - Mar 10th – Ravensworth Art Show, Chik-Fil-A, Annandale location

March 15th – Family Engagement Night, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Mar 21st – Family Math Night, 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Mar 22nd – PTA Spirit Day, Taco Bamba, Fairfax

Apr 3rd-7th – Spring Break

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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Black History Month

 

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.  Learn more about Black History month. This month our very own student run news show will feature and highlight famous Black and African American people.

 

Family Engagement Night

 

On Wednesday, March 15th from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Ravensworth Library, we will be hosting a Family Engagement Night.  We are inviting parents/guardians who are interested in planning opportunities to celebrate our community’s cultural differences.  During the meeting we will brainstorm ideas to engage with our school community.  We hope to see you there!

 

Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to make preparations for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along, or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

 

CDC No-Cost COVID-19 Testing Locator

 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a COVID-19 Testing Locator website, which can help families find no-cost COVID-19 testing sites.

The locator is part of the CDC’s Increasing Community Access to Testing (ICATT) program, which focuses on at-risk communities. Testing is available at pharmacies and other locations and is provided at no cost to individuals with or without health insurance and in areas with an increased demand for testing. 

More information via the CDC’s recent announcement is available at the following link:

https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2023/s0124-testing.html

 

7th Grade Immunizations Requirement Notice

 

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 and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.      
• As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to Teresa Dunbar, Ravensworth Registrar, as soon as possible:

An immunization record showing that the child has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations listed above.

1. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
2. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
3. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

  Share Your Thoughts with Us!

 

What keeps you optimistic about FCPS? What are your concerns? Answer these and two other questions on our Strategic Plan Feedback Form, and help shape our school division’s future.

¡Comparta sus opiniones con nosotros!

¿Qué lo mantiene orgulloso de FCPS? ¿Cuáles son sus preocupaciones? Conteste estas y otras dos preguntas en nuestro Formulario de Comentarios del Plan Estratégico, y ayude a formar el futuro de nuestra división escolar.

 

Strategic Plan: Make Your Students’ Voice Count!

 

Strategic Planning is in process and will incorporate feedback from school staff, families, students, and community partners and organizations. Please encourage your students to participate in this unique opportunity to share their voices.

FCPS is currently seeking secondary students in grades 7-12 who are interested in participating in a Strategic Plan focus group. This focus group provides an opportunity to share feedback in a small group with other FCPS students and a trained facilitator. FCPS is hosting four virtual focus groups for secondary students in March:

• March 16, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.

Interested students should check their email for a form to sign up for the focus groups. Students will be asked to provide their student ID, so their parents/caregivers can be identified and contacted to ask for consent to participate.

If you have any questions about the student focus groups or you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact [email protected].  

Register Now to Attend a Community Forum! 

Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for the one that is most convenient for you. Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan, prior to its completion and formal adoption by the School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.

 

Plan Estratégico: ¡Haga que la voz de sus estudiantes cuente!

El proceso de planificación estratégica de FCPS incorporará opiniones del personal escolar, familias, estudiantes, y socios y organizaciones de la comunidad. FCPS actualmente está buscando estudiantes de secundaria en grados 7-12 que estén interesados en participar en un grupo de enfoque del Plan Estratégico. Por favor anime a su(s) estudiante(s) a participar en esta oportunidad única de compartir sus voces.

Este grupo de enfoque provee una oportunidad de compartir opiniones en un grupo pequeño con otros estudiantes de FCPS y un facilitador entrenado. FCPS está organizando cuatro grupos de enfoque virtuales para estudiantes de secundaria en Marzo:

• 16 de Marzo, 3:30-5 p.m. o 5:30-7 p.m.

Los estudiantes que estén interesados deben revisar su correo electrónico para obtener un formulario para inscribirse en un grupo de discusión. Se pedirá a los estudiantes que proporcionen su identificación de estudiante, para que sus padres/cuidadores puedan ser identificados y contactados para pedirles su consentimiento para participar.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre los grupos de discusión de estudiantes o desea obtener más información sobre esta oportunidad, póngase en contacto con [email protected]  

¡Inscríbase Ahora para Asistir a un Foro Comunitario de Planificación Estratégica! 

Consulte el calendario de Foros Comunitarios para inscribirse en el que más le convenga. Los Foros Comunitarios proveerán a cada residente una oportunidad de participar e influenciar la dirección del Plan Estratégico de FCPS, antes de su finalización y adopción formal por la Junta Escolar. Aprenda más sobre nuestro proceso de planificación estratégica.

  FCPS CARES

 

The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Ravensworth Elementary. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

  Magnet School Application and Lottery Information

 

The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Wednesday March 1, through Wednesday, April 12, 2023.  No late applications are accepted.

To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Informational Nights:

• Hunters Woods Elementary, February 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In-person
• Snow date: February 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
• Bailey’s Upper, February 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - Virtual only
• Bailey’s Primary, February 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In person
• Snow date: February 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

More information is available at the following link: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/elementary-magnet-school-lottery

  Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

  Echo Toy Drive

 

February 21st to March 17th

Donate new or gently used toys, board games or cards games to families in the Springfield/Burke area.

Donation box is located in the Ravensworth Lobby

  Techstravaganza 2023

 

The 19th annual Techstravaganza is going to be held at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Alexandria, VA on May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, here is the registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tjhsst-techstravaganza-2023-tickets-465757552377\

More information about the event can be found on our website at http://tjtechstrav.org/

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Humility. Humility means you do not seek the spotlight. You let your actions speak for themselves.

Humble people have an accurate (not underestimated) sense of their abilities and achievements. They hold the capacity to acknowledge their mistakes and limitations, and are open to advice and new ideas. They do not show off their possessions or accomplishments.

Developing humility is associated with positive developmental outcomes in individuals. It allows a person to honestly reflect on their abilities and acknowledge how and where they can improve. Humility opens them up to new ideas, advice, and (consequently) abilities that pride, arrogance, or pretentiousness often block. Therefore, humility makes them desired members of a team.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

 

Read for Ravensworth, February 22nd to March 5th

 

Read for Ravensworth is an exciting, week-long family event that takes place annually during Read Across America. The focus of this year’s read-a-thon is making connections. Families are invited to participate in an interactive book club featuring stories from around the globe and hands-on activities that connect reading with real-world concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM)!

Sign your reader up TODAY at:

https://app.memberhub.gives/read4ravensworth/Campaign/Details

It’s super easy – just click “Raven’s Nest” to register your student using a personal email account (do not use an @fcpsschool.net account). You can customize your fundraising page with your own pictures and videos! Share that link with your family and friends to ask for donations.

Register and receive a Family Book Club Guide and STEAM activity kit!*

(Register by noon on Saturday, February 18th to receive your guide and kit on Wednesday, February 22nd)

Read for Ravensworth is also still looking for any items that could be used as incentives for our readers: small toys, prizes, gift cards, coupons, and more! Your donation will be used to encourage our students to read!

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

  Run Fit Kidz

 

We still have 10 spots available for Run Fit Kidz this year!

Don’t Delay – Register at www.runfitkidz.com

Classes will begin March 21st from 3:25 – 4:40 pm and end May 16th

Celebration 5K: Sunday, May 21st at Fairfax Corner

  Join us at Jersey Mike’s, Friday, Feb 24th, 5:00-9:00 pm

 

Good goes beyond the sub! Join us Friday, February 24th in support of Ravensworth Elementary.  We’re happily donating 15% of sales in support of this fundraiser. So stop by, enjoy some great subs and help Jersey Mike’s support this worthy cause.

VALID ONLY AT:

5250-G Port Royal Road • Springfield, VA • 703-992-7478

Valid 2/24/2023 only. See store for details.

  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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

 

Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

 

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

 

Feb 20th – Presidents Day (Schools Closed)

Feb 24th – PTA Spirit Night at Jersey Mike’s – See PTA Information below for more details

Mar 2nd – 2-Hour Early Release

Mar 3rd – School Planning Day for Staff (No School for Students)

Feb 2nd - Mar 10th – Ravensworth Art Show, Chik-Fil-A, Annandale location

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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Lockdown Drill

 

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for all of us. We have a crisis management and emergency preparedness plan for our school that is reviewed and updated regularly. Our plan includes procedures on how to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Students and staff regularly practice these drills every school year. We also practice lockdown drills.

A new Virginia Law (22.1-137.2) requires schools to notify parents at least 24 hours before a school practices a lockdown drill. However, we are not required to share the exact date and time of the drill. We are required to practice lockdown drills two times a year. FCPS lockdown drills do not include any type of active shooter scenario training, they are instruction and classroom based.

We will conduct a lockdown drill at our school next week.  Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students were exempt from mandatory participation in lockdown drills in the first 60 days of the school year.  They will participate in our final drill this school year.

Additional information on our lockdown drill program to include parent tips and FAQs can be found on the Emergency Planning and Crisis Response web page. After reviewing this content, you should discuss the value of these safety drills with your child.

Keeping our school safe and secure for all students and staff involves the participation of the entire school community, and we thank you for your help to keep our school safe.

 

Sincerely,

Erika Aspuria

Principal

 

Special Education Enhancement Plan

 

Special Education Enhancement Plan: Feedback Opportunity

Fairfax County Public Schools is developing a Special Education Enhancement Plan to help ensure an excellent educational experience for all students with disabilities. As part of this effort, FCPS is seeking feedback from employees, families, and community members on Part 1 of the Draft Special Education Enhancement Plan. Please complete this form by Friday, February 17, to provide input on FCPS’ priorities regarding special education including vision, mission, core values, goals, and objectives. 

Thank you in advance for lending your voice to this important work. Visit the Special Education Enhancement Plan webpage for more information.

Plan de Mejoramiento de la Educación Especial: Oportunidad de Retroalimentación

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax están desarrollando un Plan de Mejoramiento de Educación Especial para ayudar a asegurar una experiencia educativa excelente para todos los estudiantes con discapacidades. Como parte de este esfuerzo, FCPS está buscando comentarios de empleados, familias y miembros de la comunidad sobre la Parte 1 del Borrador del Plan de Mejoramiento de Educación Especial. Por favor complete este formulario antes del viernes, 17 de febrero, para dar su opinión sobre las prioridades de FCPS con respecto a la educación especial incluyendo visión, misión, valores centrales, metas y objetivos. 

Gracias de antemano por prestar su voz a este importante trabajo. Visite la página web del Plan de Mejoramiento de Educación Especial para más información.

 

Black History Month

 

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.  Learn more about Black History month. This month our very own student run news show will feature and highlight famous Black and African American people.

 

Survey of Preschool Children

 

We are starting to make preparations for the 2023-24 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Ravensworth next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Teresa Dunbar, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected]

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Ravensworth. Feel free to pass this form along, or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-426-3600 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey. 

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child.  For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website 

Our Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13 at 3:00 pm.

 

CDC No-Cost COVID-19 Testing Locator

 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a COVID-19 Testing Locator website, which can help families find no-cost COVID-19 testing sites.

The locator is part of the CDC’s Increasing Community Access to Testing (ICATT) program, which focuses on at-risk communities. Testing is available at pharmacies and other locations and is provided at no cost to individuals with or without health insurance and in areas with an increased demand for testing. 

More information via the CDC’s recent announcement is available at the following link:

https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2023/s0124-testing.html

 

7th Grade Immunizations Requirement Notice

 

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 and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.      
• As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to Teresa Dunbar, Ravensworth Registrar, as soon as possible:

An immunization record showing that the child has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations listed above.

1. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
2. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
3. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

  Strategic Plan: Make Your Students’ Voice Count!

 

Strategic Planning is in process and will incorporate feedback from school staff, families, students, and community partners and organizations. Please encourage your students to participate in this unique opportunity to share their voices.

FCPS is currently seeking secondary students in grades 7-12 who are interested in participating in a Strategic Plan focus group. This focus group provides an opportunity to share feedback in a small group with other FCPS students and a trained facilitator. FCPS is hosting four virtual focus groups for secondary students in March:

• March 16, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.

Interested students should check their email for a form to sign up for the focus groups. Students will be asked to provide their student ID, so their parents/caregivers can be identified and contacted to ask for consent to participate.

If you have any questions about the student focus groups or you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact [email protected].  

Register Now to Attend a Community Forum! 

Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for the one that is most convenient for you. Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan, prior to its completion and formal adoption by the School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.

 

Plan Estratégico: ¡Haga que la voz de sus estudiantes cuente!

El proceso de planificación estratégica de FCPS incorporará opiniones del personal escolar, familias, estudiantes, y socios y organizaciones de la comunidad. FCPS actualmente está buscando estudiantes de secundaria en grados 7-12 que estén interesados en participar en un grupo de enfoque del Plan Estratégico. Por favor anime a su(s) estudiante(s) a participar en esta oportunidad única de compartir sus voces.

Este grupo de enfoque provee una oportunidad de compartir opiniones en un grupo pequeño con otros estudiantes de FCPS y un facilitador entrenado. FCPS está organizando cuatro grupos de enfoque virtuales para estudiantes de secundaria en Marzo:

• 16 de Marzo, 3:30-5 p.m. o 5:30-7 p.m.

Los estudiantes que estén interesados deben revisar su correo electrónico para obtener un formulario para inscribirse en un grupo de discusión. Se pedirá a los estudiantes que proporcionen su identificación de estudiante, para que sus padres/cuidadores puedan ser identificados y contactados para pedirles su consentimiento para participar.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre los grupos de discusión de estudiantes o desea obtener más información sobre esta oportunidad, póngase en contacto con [email protected]  

¡Inscríbase Ahora para Asistir a un Foro Comunitario de Planificación Estratégica! 

Consulte el calendario de Foros Comunitarios para inscribirse en el que más le convenga. Los Foros Comunitarios proveerán a cada residente una oportunidad de participar e influenciar la dirección del Plan Estratégico de FCPS, antes de su finalización y adopción formal por la Junta Escolar. Aprenda más sobre nuestro proceso de planificación estratégica.

 

FCPS CARES

 

The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Ravensworth Elementary. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

 

Does Your Child Refuse to Go to School?

 

Each year, nearly 5% of youth experience school refusal. This refers to a child refusing to go to school on a regular basis or remain in school throughout the day due to significant emotional distress. School refusal includes kindergarten students with relatively mild separation anxiety and more severe cases where a student misses weeks or months of school because of debilitating anxiety or depression.

Read how to get your child back to school in the Healthy Minds Blog or learn more about attendance policies.

 

¿Se niega su hijo a ir a la escuela? Cada año, cerca del 5% de los jóvenes sufren rechazo escolar. Esto se refiere a un niño que se niega a ir a la escuela de forma regular o a permanecer en la escuela durante todo el día debido a una angustia emocional significativa. El rechazo escolar incluye a alumnos de Kinder con ansiedad por separación relativamente leve y casos más graves en los que un alumno falta a clase durante semanas o meses debido a una ansiedad o depresión debilitantes.

Lea cómo conseguir que su hijo vuelva a la escuela en el blog Healthy Minds o infórmese sobre las políticas de asistencia. 

 

Magnet School Application and Lottery Information

 

The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Wednesday March 1, through Wednesday, April 12, 2023.  No late applications are accepted.

To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Informational Nights:

• Hunters Woods Elementary, February 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In-person
• Snow date: February 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
• Bailey’s Upper, February 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - Virtual only
• Bailey’s Primary, February 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In person
• Snow date: February 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

More information is available at the following link: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/elementary-magnet-school-lottery

  Transportation – Kiss and Ride

 

Please help us set good examples for students!  There are crosswalks at Nutting Dr. and Gosport Ln. and also at Nutting Dr. and Ellet Rd.  It is much safer to cross Nutting Dr. at these corners than to park opposite the bus loop and cross Nutting Dr. without a crosswalk. Kiss and Ride is a much safer route to use to drop-off and pick-up students.  Please keep this in mind.

Also, while using Kiss and Ride, as you approach patrols for drop-off or pick-up, do not use your phone.  The Kiss and Ride area is a cell free zone.

We appreciate you helping us keep our students safe.

 

Tutor.com - Free for Students

 

FCPS students have unlimited access to live, on-demand, 1-to-1 online tutoring support from Tutor.com through Schoology at no cost to families. Sessions are safe and secure with over 200+ subjects covered. Tutors are available 24/7 and tutoring is also available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, and French. Detailed information including FAQs and opt-out instructions are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website. 

Learn how students can log in and access a tutor by watching a video: 

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in English

Tutor.com in FCPS: How it Works in Spanish

 

Tech Adventure Camp

 

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Love. Love means you value close relationships with others and being close to people.

The character strength of love represents the way we think, feel, and behave towards the people with whom we have close relationships. When one person loves another person, that person: comforts and makes the other feel safe; sacrifices on the other’s behalf; supports the other during struggles; and places the others' needs ahead of their own. If you love a person, that person makes you feel safe and secure. You can be yourself with that person. You miss that person when they are not around.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

  PTA A Message from our PTA

Ravensworth ES PTA uses Memberhub for enrollment.  Memberhub is a custom-made software for PTA’s that puts all our resources onto one platform. Best of all, Memberhub allows you to share your contact information with other PTA members and connect with other families in the same class and grade as your children.

To join Ravensworth PTA, go to: https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?category=Memberships

There are two membership options.

Family Membership: $20.00 (two adults)*, Single Membership: $10.00 (one adult)*

*A small processing fee will be added to each transaction

Once your membership is processed you will receive an email with directions on how to set up your profile on Memberhub. 

 

Read for Ravensworth, February 22nd to March 5th

 

Read for Ravensworth is an exciting, week-long family event that takes place annually during Read Across America. The focus of this year’s read-a-thon is making connections. Families are invited to participate in an interactive book club featuring stories from around the globe and hands-on activities that connect reading with real-world concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM)!

Sign your reader up TODAY at:

https://app.memberhub.gives/read4ravensworth/Campaign/Details

It’s super easy – just click “Raven’s Nest” to register your student using a personal email account (do not use an @fcpsschool.net account). You can customize your fundraising page with your own pictures and videos! Share that link with your family and friends to ask for donations.

Register and receive a Family Book Club Guide and STEAM activity kit!*

(Register by noon on Saturday, February 18th to receive your guide and kit on Wednesday, February 22nd)

Read for Ravensworth is also still looking for any items that could be used as incentives for our readers: small toys, prizes, gift cards, coupons, and more! Your donation will be used to encourage our students to read!

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

  Join us at Jersey Mike’s, Friday, Feb 24th, 5:00-9:00 pm

 

Good goes beyond the sub! Join us Friday, February 24th in support of Ravensworth Elementary.  We’re happily donating 15% of sales in support of this fundraiser. So stop by, enjoy some great subs and help Jersey Mike’s support this worthy cause.

VALID ONLY AT:

5250-G Port Royal Road • Springfield, VA • 703-992-7478

Valid 2/24/2023 only. See store for details.

 

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 $20.00.  Take advantage of the savings and order your yearbook today! 

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

Yearbook ID Code: 4882623

School Name: Ravensworth Elementary School 

Don't delay and order your yearbook today!

 

Ravensworth Chess Club – Register Now!

 

The Ravensworth Chess Club is accepting registrations. Chess club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria and is open to grades 2-6. No chess experience necessary. Chess teaches valuable skills such as discipline, critical thinking and sportsmanship. Register at https://chessctr.org/ravensworth/ Contact Mr. Terry Smith at [email protected] with any questions.

  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