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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 

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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

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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

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

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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 

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

 

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

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

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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

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Upcoming Events

Feb. 13:  100th Day of School

Feb. 20:  Presidents Day (Schools Closed)

Feb. 24: PTA Spirit Night at Jersey Mike’s- See PTA Information below for more details.

Mar. 2:  2-Hour Early Release

Mar. 3:  School Planning Day for Staff (No School for Students)

Feb 2 - Mar. 10- PTA Spirit Nights at Chik-fil-a, Annandale

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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A Message from the Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Families,

It is hard to believe that we have begun the second half of the school year.  Today your children will be bringing home their 2nd quarter progress reports.  Families with children who have IEPs will receive their 2nd quarter IEP progress reports by email from their child’s case manager with a hard copy being sent home via US mail.  This is a new procedure for our IEP progress reports as we move to next quarter parents having access online through ParentVue.  We are proud of our students’ hard work and perseverance as they reach their learning goals. 

I wanted to update you and let you know that Mr. Bourjaily has returned from leave.  He’s had the opportunity to visit classrooms and check in with students since his return.  He is happy to be back working with our students, staff, and families. 

We appreciate your continued partnership and support of your child. 

Sincerely,

 

Erika Aspuria

Principal

 

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.

 

National School Counseling Week!

 

We are so grateful for Ravensworth ES School Counselors, Todd Austin and Dana Smith. Each day they work hard support our students and greater school community and we couldn't be more thankful. 

 

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!

 

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 February and March:

• February 9, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.
• 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 Febrero y Marzo:

• 9 de Febrero, 3:30-5 p.m. o 5:30-7 p.m.
• 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.

 

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 Other People Mindset of Cheering Others’ Successes. This means when other people succeed, I am happy for them and cheer them on.

Being happy for other people when they succeed isn’t always everyone’s initial reaction. Often, it’s easy to become jealous or envious of others’ victories -- or even to experience schadenfreude, which is deriving pleasure from witnessing (or learning about) another person’s misfortune. People who have these reactions to the success or misfortune of others are colloquially known as “haters.” It’s important to note that these are natural emotions and in small doses can be helpful in allowing us to see what we care about -- and motivate us to pursue those goals.

 

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!

 

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 – Ravensworth Art Show/PTA Spirit Day, Chik-Fil-A – Art Teachers attending from 6:00 – 7:00 pm

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

Feb 6th – PTA General Meeting, Library from 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Feb 20th – President’s Day Holiday

Plan Ahead – 2022-2023 Standard School Year Calendar 

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Message from the Principal

 

Dear Ravensworth Community,

How many hours of sleep do children need each night?  If you answered “seven or eight” your kids may be among millions of sleep-deprived American youngsters.  The ideal amount of sleep for children in elementary school is nine to ten hours per night.  Like adults, they suffer when they don’t get enough sleep.  When children are tired, they have trouble concentrating, become irritable or fidgety, have trouble remembering things and are vulnerable to colds and flu. There are a few tips you can do to help them get the amount of sleep they need:

• Make time – Don’t allow their lives to get so full of sports and activities that they cannot get everything done they need to before bedtime.
• Calm down – Relaxing before bedtime by reading a book, taking a bath, or doing something soothing helps children get ready for sleep.
• Set a schedule – It’s a good idea to have the same bedtime and wake-up time every day, including weekends, because the human body functions best on a regular schedule.
• Be firm – Make sure children understand that complaining about bedtime isn’t going to change their bedtime. 
• Be aware of caffeine – Many popular drinks, including sodas are loaded with caffeine.  If they want a drink before bedtime, try milk, fruit juice, or water.
• Promote bedtime reading – Reading is a great way to drift into sleep.

It’s hard enough for a child to get by with too little sleep and it’s even harder when sleep deprivation becomes a nightly habit.  I hope some of these tips help.  The earlier your children go to bed, the more time you and the adults in your family have to relax and enjoy the evening. 

Maybe you can even catch up on your own sleep!  Pleasant dreams.

 

Sincerely,

Erika Aspuria

Principal

 

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 February and March:

• February 9, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.
• 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 Febrero y Marzo:

• 9 de Febrero, 3:30-5 p.m. o 5:30-7 p.m.
• 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.

 

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   Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol and Drugs

 

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will focus on Forgiveness. You forgive those who have done wrong. You accept that people make mistakes. Forgiveness is the ability to move past being injured and allow yourself to reconcile with the person who hurt you. Forgiveness can often be seen as a selfless act, but it also carries many benefits for those who practice it. Those who demonstrate forgiveness have the ability to move forward after someone has hurt them. Forgiveness is often rooted in the idea that all people are valuable and worthy of a second chance. Many who forgive have the ability to consider things from another’s perspective.

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 Art Show/PTA Spirit Day, Chik-Fil-A

 

  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

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Upcoming Events

 

Jan 26th – Staff Development Day (No School for Students)

Jan 27th – Teacher Workday (No School for Students)

Feb 2nd – Art Show/PTA Spirit Day

Feb 20th – President’s Day (No School for Students)

Mar 5th – Art Show/PTA Spirit Day

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.

 

School Board Reviews Draft School Year Calendar Options

 

At their January 17 work session, the School Board discussed draft calendars that were created for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years. Draft calendars were developed using the following criteria as a framework:

• Federal, state, and Virginia Department of Education guidance.
• Superintendent’s priorities.
• School Board input.
• Student absentee data.
• Staff absentee data.
• Surrounding jurisdictions’ calendars.
• Survey results.
• Calendar Feedback Committee input.

You may view the draft calendars and other related documents in Boarddocs. The calendars will be presented as new business during the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 26. The Board is scheduled to vote on the calendars during their meeting on Thursday, February 9. 

Watch a recording of today’s Work Session. Get information on FCPS' calendar development process.

 

La Junta Escolar revisa las opciones del Borrador del Calendario del Año Escolar

En la sesión de trabajo del 17 de enero, la Junta Escolar discutió el borrador de los calendarios que se crearon para los años escolares 2023-24, 2024-25 y 2025-26. Los borradores de los calendarios se desarrollaron utilizando los siguientes criterios como marco:

• Orientación Federal, Estatal y del Departamento de Educación de Virginia.
• Prioridades de la Superintendente.
• Aportaciones del Consejo Escolar.
• Datos de ausentismo estudiantil.
• Datos de ausentismo del personal.
• Calendarios de las jurisdicciones circundantes.
• Resultados de encuestas.
• Comentarios del Comité de Calendarios.

Usted puede ver el proyecto de calendarios y otros documentos relacionados en Boarddocs. Los calendarios se presentarán como asuntos nuevos durante la reunión del Consejo Escolar del jueves 26 de enero. La Junta está programada para votar sobre los calendarios durante su reunión del jueves 9 de febrero. 

Vea una grabación de la Sesión de Trabajo. Obtenga información sobre el proceso de desarrollo del calendario de FCPS.

  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

 

  Lake Braddock Varsity dance Team

 

  Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol and Drugs

 

 

 

Positivity Project

 

Next week our school community will focus on Social Intelligence. You are aware of other people’s thoughts and feelings. You understand why they do things. Social intelligence refers to a person’s ability to understand and manage interpersonal relationships. It is distinct from a person’s IQ or “book smarts.” It includes an individual’s ability to understand, and act on, the feelings, thoughts,

and behaviors of other people. This type of intelligence can take place “in the moment” of face-to-face conversations but also appears during times of deliberate thinking. It involves emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

 

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!

 

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!

  Help Support Ravensworth ES While You Shop

 

Sign in with your existing Amazon account and select Ravensworth Elementary PTA as the organization you would like to support.  Also, be sure to select to use this while shopping from the app!  It is one of the easiest ways to help our school earn money for our programs for both students and teachers.  It does not cost extra and is the same a shopping on Amazon as you would normally do!  Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Ravensworth PTA.

  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

 

Jan 19th – Religious & Cultural Observance Day, (Orthodox Epiphany)

Jan 25th – 2 Hour Early Release, End of 2nd Quarter

Jan 26th – Staff Development Day (No School for Students)

Jan 27th – Teacher Workday (No School for Students)

Feb 20th – President’s Day (No School for Students)

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.

 

College and University Awareness Day

 

The SCA is sponsoring college and university awareness day on January 20th.  We are hoping our students could wear clothing representing a particular college or university.  Also, if you as a parent have time and know about or attended a college or university, tell your child what it was like attending a college or university.

 

Thank you,

William Austin

(Ravensworth School Counselor)

 

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

 

Kiss and Ride

 

Just a reminder, please use the crosswalks at Nutting Dr. and Gosport Ln. and also at Nutting Dr. and Ellet Rd.  Kiss and Ride is a much safer route to use to drop-off and pick-up students. We ask that families do not use their phone while in the Kiss and Ride.  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   Lake Braddock Varsity dance Team

 

  Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol and Drugs     Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will focus on Perseverance. You complete what you start despite obstacles. You never give up.  The concept of perseverance can most often be found in one’s active pursuit in overcoming obstacles. Perseverance is a uniquely human characteristic that identifies an individual’s ability to spend long periods of time devoted to a single goal or set of goals. Those who persevere are able to set goals for themselves and then take active, calculated steps toward those goals. People demonstrating high levels of perseverance are able to handle significant, sometimes repeated, setbacks in pursuit of goals.

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!

 

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!

 

Help Support Ravensworth ES While You Shop

 

Sign in with your existing Amazon account and select Ravensworth Elementary PTA as the organization you would like to support.  Also, be sure to select to use this while shopping from the app!  It is one of the easiest ways to help our school earn money for our programs for both students and teachers.  It does not cost extra and is the same a shopping on Amazon as you would normally do!  Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Ravensworth PTA.

 

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

 

Jan 11th – Dual Language Immersion Informational Meeting, Cafeteria, 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Jan 16th – School Holiday, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday

Jan 20th – College & University Awareness Day

Jan 25th – End of 2nd Quarter, 2 Hour Early Release, 1:20 pm

Jan 26th – Staff Development Day (No School for Students)

Jan 27th – Teacher Workday (No School for Students)

Feb 20th – President’s Day (No School for Students)

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.

 

Dual Language Immersion Program Registration

 

 

Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs will open on Monday, January 23. Current pre-k students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion programs for the 2023-24 school year. 

Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Visit the DLI registration page for more information on where the programs are offered. 

Parents who are interested in the DLI programs in FCPS are encouraged to attend the informational meeting at the Ravensworth cafeteria on Wednesday, January 11th at 6:30 pm.  Details regarding access to virtual meetings will be available on the Dual Language Immersion registration page by the meeting date. 

Get more information on DLI programs and registration.

 

Inscripción en el Programa de Inmersión en Dos Idiomas

La inscripción para la lotería en todo el condado para los programas de Inmersión en Dos Idiomas (DLI) se abrirá el lunes 23 de enero. Los estudiantes actuales de pre-kínder pueden aplicar para el programa de inmersión de kínder, y los estudiantes actuales de kínder pueden aplicar para los programas de inmersión de primer grado para el año escolar 2023-24.

Los programas están disponibles en Francés, Alemán, Japonés, Coreano y Español. Visite la página de inscripción del DLI para obtener más información sobre dónde se ofrecen los programas.

Los padres que estén interesados en los programas DLI en FCPS son invitados a asistir a una reunión informativa en su escuela. Las reuniones comenzarán el 11 de enero. Los detalles sobre el acceso a las reuniones virtuales estarán disponibles en la página de inscripción de Inmersión en Dos Idiomas para la fecha de la reunión.

Más información sobre los programas DLI y la inscripción.

 

College and University Awareness Day

 

The SCA is sponsoring college and university awareness day on January 20th.  We are hoping our students could wear clothing representing a particular college or university.  Also, if you as a parent have time and know about or attended a college or university, tell your child what it was like attending a college or university.

 

Thank you,

William Austin

(Ravensworth School Counselor)

  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

 

 

Tech Adventure Camp

 

  Lake Braddock Varsity Dance Team

 

  Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol and Drugs

 

    Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will focus on Prudence. Prudence means you plan for the future and achieve your goals by making careful everyday choices. Prudence is the ability to do the right thing for the right reason, at the right time. It’s a future-oriented way of thinking that helps a person set goals, make plans, and have the discipline to accomplish them. It is cognitive -- more a strength of the head than of the heart.

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!

 

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!

  Help Support Ravensworth ES While You Shop

 

Sign in with your existing Amazon account and select Ravensworth Elementary PTA as the organization you would like to support.  Also, be sure to select to use this while shopping from the app!  It is one of the easiest ways to help our school earn money for our programs for both students and teachers.  It does not cost extra and is the same a shopping on Amazon as you would normally do!  Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Ravensworth PTA.

  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

Jan 5th – Lake Braddock Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Jan 6th – Religious and Cultural Observance (Three Kings Day)

Jan 9th – PTA General Meeting, Library, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Jan 10th – PTA Spirit Night, Pupatella (all day)

Jan 11th – Dual Language Immersion Informational Meeting, Cafeteria, 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Jan 16th – School Holiday, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday

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.

 

Preparing for Winter Weather

 

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

FCPS’ inclement weather procedures will remain the same as last year. The first five inclement weather days will be traditional “snow days” with no school activities. After those five days, we will use the flexibility provided by The Virginia General Assembly to have unscheduled virtual learning days, whenever possible, to maintain the continuity of learning. Virtual learning on these days will be synchronous/live instruction, following the inclement weather virtual learning day schedule (includes a two-hour delays.

FCPS website: https://www.fcps.edu/ is generally the first mode of communication during emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan ahead for the winter season. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in [email protected], bookmark the FCPS website, plan for childcare, if appropriate, and know what items your child may need to take home before a weather event.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

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

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

Preparación para el Clima Invernal

En caso de que el clima invernal llegue y afecte nuestra capacidad de llevar y traer a los estudiantes de manera segura, la política de clima inclemente de este año será la misma que la del año pasado. Los primeros cinco días de inclemencias del tiempo serán los tradicionales "días de nieve", sin actividades escolares. Después de esos cinco días, tendremos días de aprendizaje virtual no programados, siempre que sea posible. El aprendizaje virtual en estos días será una instrucción sincrónica (los estudiantes deben conectarse durante sus horas de clase). 

Hay varias maneras de saber si las inclemencias del tiempo afectarán la jornada escolar o laboral. El sitio web de FCPS es generalmente la primera y más rápida forma de enterarse de los cierres. Otros canales de comunicación incluyen correo electrónico, texto, sitio web, medios sociales y estaciones de noticias. Aprenda más sobre cómo se comunican los cambios de horario. Asegúrese de que su información esté actualizada en [email protected] en SIS para que reciba correos electrónicos y mensajes de texto de FCPS. 

Planee con anticipación la temporada de invierno. Marque el sitio web de FCPS, planifique para el cuidado de niños si es necesario, y sepa qué artículos puede necesitar para llevar a casa antes de un evento climático.

Mantenga a Su Hijo Bien Abrigado Durante las Actividades al Aire Libre Estaremos atentos a las bajas temperaturas, los avisos y advertencias de viento helado y los avisos meteorológicos que pueden impedir que los niños estén al aire libre. Sin embargo, asegúrese de que su hijo esté vestido apropiadamente con un abrigo y otra ropa de clima frío para que pueda disfrutar cómodamente de su tiempo al aire libre. El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ofrece algunos consejos para mantenerse seguro durante el tiempo frío.

Si necesita ayuda para proveer a su hijo de ropa para el clima frío, por favor llame a la Planificación de Servicios Coordinados (CSP) del Condado de Fairfax al 703-222-0880. El personal multilingüe puede ayudarle con cualquier dificultad que se le presente, como la alimentación, el alojamiento, el empleo, la asistencia financiera, la atención sanitaria y otras necesidades.

 

Multicultural and Language Resources for Families

 

FCPS’ Office of Family and School Partnerships would like to remind families of some of the many resources available to them:

• Bilingual community liaisons support student registrars by providing families with information about school and community services offered in Fairfax County. Liaisons are available to help families speaking Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. Once registered at a school, families can contact their family liaison for assistance. 
• Early literacy programs are available to Fairfax County residents for parents of children up to 5 years old. These programs help prepare children for school and build confidence in parents as their child’s first teacher. They also help parents become active partners in their child’s education. Programs are available in African-Heritage, Arabic, Spanish, and Korean. 
• Parent Information Phone Lines are available in eight languages for parents who speak languages other than English. 
• A Multilingual Family Podcast is produced by the offices of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Family and School Partnerships, and Professional Learning and Equity. It covers important information for parents in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Korean. 
• ESOL services are available in Fairfax County not only for students, but also for adults and families. Information on Spring classes will be posted in March 2023. 

 Visit the Family Engagement webpage for more resources.

 

Recursos Multiculturales y Lingüísticos

La Oficina de Asociaciones Familiares y Escolares desea recordar a las familias algunos de los recursos disponibles para ellos.

• Los enlaces comunitarios bilingües apoyan a los registradores de estudiantes proporcionando a las familias información sobre los servicios escolares y comunitarios que se ofrecen en el condado de Fairfax. Los enlaces están disponibles para ayudar a las familias que hablan Español, Coreano y Árabe. Una vez inscritos en una escuela, las familias pueden ponerse en contacto con su enlace familiar para obtener ayuda. 
• Los programas de alfabetización preescolar ayudan a preparar a los niños para la escuela y a fomentar la confianza de los padres como primeros maestros de sus hijos. También ayudan a los padres a convertirse en socios activos en la educación de sus hijos. Los programas están disponibles en Árabe, Español, Coreano y Herencia Africana.
• Las Líneas Telefónicas de Información para Padres están disponibles en ocho idiomas para los padres que hablan otros idiomas distintos del Inglés. 
• Un Podcast Multilingüe para Familias es producido por las oficinas de Inglés para Hablantes de Otros Idiomas (ESOL), Asociaciones Familiares y Escolares, y Aprendizaje Profesional y de Equidad. Cubre información importante para los padres en Inglés, Español, Árabe y Coreano. 
• Los servicios de ESOL están disponibles en el Condado de Fairfax no sólo para los estudiantes en las escuelas, sino también para los adultos. La información sobre las clases de primavera se publicará en marzo de 2023. 

Hay más recursos disponibles en la página web de participación familiar. 

 

Lake Braddock Curriculum Night

Instructions to access the LBMS Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night Presentation (scroll to the 7th Grade information):

7th Grade Curriculum Night Presentation

 

Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will focus on Optimism. Optimism means you expect the best from the future and work to achieve it. Hope and optimism represent a state of hopefulness and confidence about the future (both short and long term). People with this strength are future oriented. They have a positive vision of what the future holds and maintain confidence that they will get there. They keep a positive attitude despite setbacks – and often find ways to convert what seems like an obstacle into a stepping-stone to achieve their goals.

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!

 

Yearbook Love Notes

 

Want to add a Love Note to your yearbook?  You can leave a Love Note for $5.00 or a Love Note with a Picture for $10.00.  If you would like to write a message to your child to be included in the yearbook, please follow these steps:

Purchase your love note in the school store on the Memberhub.

https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true

Visit the google form to complete your order:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxRX2gtxxAHPPy00jTdzyddUZwDfmFe77g8BuP-OMY1dGmA/viewform

You must complete both steps in order for your love note to be included in the yearbook.

**If you are purchasing a Love Note with Picture, photos will be printed at an approximate size of 1”x1” so please choose a photo that has your child front and center (headshot preferred over body shot).  Minimum acceptable resolution is 300 dpi.**

For questions (not submittals), contact [email protected].  Deadline is January 6th.

 

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!

 

Help Support Ravensworth ES While You Shop

 

Sign in with your existing Amazon account and select Ravensworth Elementary PTA as the organization you would like to support.  Also, be sure to select to use this while shopping from the app!  It is one of the easiest ways to help our school earn money for our programs for both students and teachers.  It does not cost extra and is the same a shopping on Amazon as you would normally do!  Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Ravensworth PTA.

 

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

 

Dec 14th – PTA Spirit Night – Chipotle, 7108 Old Keene Mill Rd., Springfield

Dec 19th – Jan 2nd – Winter Break

Jan 5th – Lake Braddock Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night 6:30 – 8:00 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.

 

A Message from Mrs. Aspuria

 

Dear Ravensworth Community,

Winter Break is upon us!  I wish all of you the gift of health, happiness, and time with family and friends during this holiday season.  I am thankful and honored to be working with dedicated educators, supportive parents and community members, and amazing students.  Each of you help make Ravensworth such a wonderful place to learn and grow.  Please take time to unplug, rejuvenate and rest over the two week break. 

Take good care and Happy New Year!  See you back at school on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

 

Sincerely,

Erika Aspuria

Principal

 

Preparing for Winter Weather

 

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

FCPS’ inclement weather procedures will remain the same as last year. The first five inclement weather days will be traditional “snow days” with no school activities. After those five days, we will use the flexibility provided by the Virginia General Assembly to have unscheduled virtual learning days, whenever possible, to maintain the continuity of learning. Virtual learning on these days will be synchronous/live instruction, following the inclement weather virtual learning day schedule (includes a two-hour delays.

FCPS website: https://www.fcps.edu/ is generally the first mode of communication during emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan ahead for the winter season. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in [email protected], bookmark the FCPS website, plan for childcare, if appropriate, and know what items your child may need to take home before a weather event.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

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

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

Preparación para el Clima Invernal

En caso de que el clima invernal llegue y afecte nuestra capacidad de llevar y traer a los estudiantes de manera segura, la política de clima inclemente de este año será la misma que la del año pasado. Los primeros cinco días de inclemencias del tiempo serán los tradicionales "días de nieve", sin actividades escolares. Después de esos cinco días, tendremos días de aprendizaje virtual no programados, siempre que sea posible. El aprendizaje virtual en estos días será una instrucción sincrónica (los estudiantes deben conectarse durante sus horas de clase). 

Hay varias maneras de saber si las inclemencias del tiempo afectarán la jornada escolar o laboral. El sitio web de FCPS es generalmente la primera y más rápida forma de enterarse de los cierres. Otros canales de comunicación incluyen correo electrónico, texto, sitio web, medios sociales y estaciones de noticias. Aprenda más sobre cómo se comunican los cambios de horario. Asegúrese de que su información esté actualizada en [email protected] en SIS para que reciba correos electrónicos y mensajes de texto de FCPS. 

Planee con anticipación la temporada de invierno. Marque el sitio web de FCPS, planifique para el cuidado de niños si es necesario, y sepa qué artículos puede necesitar para llevar a casa antes de un evento climático.

Mantenga a Su Hijo Bien Abrigado Durante las Actividades al Aire Libre Estaremos atentos a las bajas temperaturas, los avisos y advertencias de viento helado y los avisos meteorológicos que pueden impedir que los niños estén al aire libre. Sin embargo, asegúrese de que su hijo esté vestido apropiadamente con un abrigo y otra ropa de clima frío para que pueda disfrutar cómodamente de su tiempo al aire libre. El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ofrece algunos consejos para mantenerse seguro durante el tiempo frío.

Si necesita ayuda para proveer a su hijo de ropa para el clima frío, por favor llame a la Planificación de Servicios Coordinados (CSP) del Condado de Fairfax al 703-222-0880. El personal multilingüe puede ayudarle con cualquier dificultad que se le presente, como la alimentación, el alojamiento, el empleo, la asistencia financiera, la atención sanitaria y otras necesidades.

  Covid Testing in January

 

Mark your calendars! COVID diagnostic testing will be available for FCPS teachers, staff, and students at five locations across the county January 3rd -5th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. This testing is for those who are either experiencing COVID symptoms or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID. Appointments are not required, but registration must be completed before testing. Visit the COVID Testing webpage for more information.

 

Multicultural and Language Resources for Families

 

FCPS’ Office of Family and School Partnerships would like to remind families of some of the many resources available to them:

• Bilingual community liaisons support student registrars by providing families with information about school and community services offered in Fairfax County. Liaisons are available to help families speaking Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. Once registered at a school, families can contact their family liaison for assistance. 
• Early literacy programs are available to Fairfax County residents for parents of children up to 5 years old. These programs help prepare children for school and build confidence in parents as their child’s first teacher. They also help parents become active partners in their child’s education. Programs are available in African-Heritage, Arabic, Spanish, and Korean. 
• Parent Information Phone Lines are available in eight languages for parents who speak languages other than English. 
• A Multilingual Family Podcast is produced by the offices of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Family and School Partnerships, and Professional Learning and Equity. It covers important information for parents in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Korean. 
• ESOL services are available in Fairfax County not only for students, but also for adults and families. Information on Spring classes will be posted in March 2023. 

 Visit the Family Engagement webpage for more resources.

 

Recursos Multiculturales y Lingüísticos

La Oficina de Asociaciones Familiares y Escolares desea recordar a las familias algunos de los recursos disponibles para ellos.

• Los enlaces comunitarios bilingües apoyan a los registradores de estudiantes proporcionando a las familias información sobre los servicios escolares y comunitarios que se ofrecen en el condado de Fairfax. Los enlaces están disponibles para ayudar a las familias que hablan Español, Coreano y Árabe. Una vez inscritos en una escuela, las familias pueden ponerse en contacto con su enlace familiar para obtener ayuda. 
• Los programas de alfabetización preescolar ayudan a preparar a los niños para la escuela y a fomentar la confianza de los padres como primeros maestros de sus hijos. También ayudan a los padres a convertirse en socios activos en la educación de sus hijos. Los programas están disponibles en Árabe, Español, Coreano y Herencia Africana.
• Las Líneas Telefónicas de Información para Padres están disponibles en ocho idiomas para los padres que hablan otros idiomas distintos del Inglés. 
• Un Podcast Multilingüe para Familias es producido por las oficinas de Inglés para Hablantes de Otros Idiomas (ESOL), Asociaciones Familiares y Escolares, y Aprendizaje Profesional y de Equidad. Cubre información importante para los padres en Inglés, Español, Árabe y Coreano. 
• Los servicios de ESOL están disponibles en el Condado de Fairfax no sólo para los estudiantes en las escuelas, sino también para los adultos. La información sobre las clases de primavera se publicará en marzo de 2023. 

Hay más recursos disponibles en la página web de participación familiar. 

  Screening for Advanced Academic Program Services

 

The deadline for families to refer students for full-time Advanced Academic Program services, Level IV, is December 15th at 4:00 pm. Referral forms and materials can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the school office, no later than December 15th at 4:00 pm. Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire can be found here .

There are multiple pathways by which a student can be referred, however, if you are interested in your student being considered for the full-time program, you should submit your referral prior to the December 15th deadline.

• Grade 2 Universal Screener Referrals - Students in grade 2 may be identified for screening based on their performance on a universal screening assessment (e.g., CogAT, NNAT); or
• Staff and Family Referrals- Students may be identified for screening based on a direct referral (a request) from their teachers, parent/guardian, or other person who knows and works with the student. 

For more information, please visit the AAP FCPS website:

https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

 

Holiday Assistance

 

Is your family in need of assistance this holiday season? If so, please contact ECHO who will set up an appointment with you to discuss providing support.

https://www.echo-inc.org/ 

703-569-9610

Ravensworth will not be providing direct holiday assistance to families this year.

If you would like to donate to ECHO to support families in need, please visit their website https://www.echo-inc.org/ or call 703-569-7972.

Please contact Amity Kim, our school social worker, with any questions or concerns at [email protected] or (703) 426-3682.

  Lake Braddock Curriculum Night

Instructions to access the LBMS Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night Presentation (scroll to the 7th Grade information):

7th Grade Curriculum Night Presentation

  Positivity Project

 

This week our school community will focus on Self-Control. Self-Control means you have the ability to control your emotions and behaviors. You think before you act. Self-control is the act of managing behavior in a way that positively influences goal attainment and living up to standards. Possessing this strength protects people from destabilizing emotional extremes. Those with self-control are able to limit impulsive behavior. They have the ability to experience and navigate difficulty while remaining poised.

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. 

 

PTA Spirit night at Chipotle

 

Chipotle Fundraiser for Ravensworth Elementary School PTA Today, December 14th, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. 7108 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA 22150

33% of event sale get donated to the cause.

Order online for pick up using the code: GPPPQB2 or show the flyer received in your Wednesday envelope in the restaurant.

For online orders to count towards the fundraiser, they must be placed for pickup only from the restaurant location of, and during the hours of, the fundraiser. Delivery orders and gift cards do not qualify. $150 minimum event sales required to receive any donation.

  Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

Want to have all the memories the school year brings?  The time has come to order your Ravensworth Elementary School Yearbooks. The price of the yearbook is $18.00.  After January 1st, the price will increase to $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!

 

Yearbook Love Notes

 

Want to add a Love Note to your yearbook?  You can leave a Love Note for $5.00 or a Love Note with a Picture for $10.00.  If you would like to write a message to your child to be included in the yearbook, please follow these steps:

Purchase your love note in the school store on the Memberhub.

https://ravensworth.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true

Visit the google form to complete your order:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxRX2gtxxAHPPy00jTdzyddUZwDfmFe77g8BuP-OMY1dGmA/viewform

You must complete both steps in order for your love note to be included in the yearbook.

**If you are purchasing a Love Note with Picture, photos will be printed at an approximate size of 1”x1” so please choose a photo that has your child front and center (headshot preferred over body shot).  Minimum acceptable resolution is 300 dpi.**

For questions (not submittals), contact [email protected].  Deadline is January 6th.

 

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!

 

Help Support Ravensworth ES While You Shop

 

Sign in with your existing Amazon account and select Ravensworth Elementary PTA as the organization you would like to support.  Also, be sure to select to use this while shopping from the app!  It is one of the easiest ways to help our school earn money for our programs for both students and teachers.  It does not cost extra and is the same a shopping on Amazon as you would normally do!  Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Ravensworth PTA.

 

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

 

Dec 8th – Cultural and Religious Observance - Bodhi Day

Nov 22nd - Dec 8th – Online Book Fair

Dec 12th – Math VGA testing 3rd Grade

Dec 13th – Math VGA testing 4th, 5th & 6th Grade

Dec 14th – PTA Spirit Night – Chipotle, 7108 Old Keene Mill Rd., Springfield

Dec 19th – Jan 2nd – Winter 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.

 

Preparing for Winter Weather

 

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

FCPS’ inclement weather procedures will remain the same as last year. The first five inclement weather days will be traditional “snow days” with no school activities. After those five days, we will use the flexibility provided by the Virginia General Assembly to have unscheduled virtual learning days, whenever possible, to maintain the continuity of learning. Virtual learning on these days will be synchronous/live instruction, following the inclement weather virtual learning day schedule (includes a two-hour delay).

FCPS website: https://www.fcps.edu/ is generally the first mode of communication during emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan ahead for the winter season. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in [email protected], bookmark the FCPS website, plan for childcare, if appropriate, and know what items your child may need to take home before a weather event.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

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

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

Preparación para el Clima Invernal

En caso de que el clima invernal llegue y afecte nuestra capacidad de llevar y traer a los estudiantes de manera segura, la política de clima inclemente de este año será la misma que la del año pasado. Los primeros cinco días de inclemencias del tiempo serán los tradicionales "días de nieve", sin actividades escolares. Después de esos cinco días, tendremos días de aprendizaje virtual no programados, siempre que sea posible. El aprendizaje virtual en estos días será una instrucción sincrónica (los estudiantes deben conectarse durante sus horas de clase). 

Hay varias maneras de saber si las inclemencias del tiempo afectarán la jornada escolar o laboral. El sitio web de FCPS es generalmente la primera y más rápida forma de enterarse de los cierres. Otros canales de comunicación incluyen correo electrónico, texto, sitio web, medios sociales y estaciones de noticias. Aprenda más sobre cómo se comunican los cambios de horario. Asegúrese de que su información esté actualizada en [email protected] en SIS para que reciba correos electrónicos y mensajes de texto de FCPS. 

Planee con anticipación la temporada de invierno. Marque el sitio web de FCPS, planifique para el cuidado de niños si es necesario, y sepa qué artículos puede necesitar para llevar a casa antes de un evento climático.

Mantenga a Su Hijo Bien Abrigado Durante las Actividades al Aire Libre

Estaremos atentos a las bajas temperaturas, los avisos y advertencias de viento helado y los avisos meteorológicos que pueden impedir que los niños estén al aire libre. Sin embargo, asegúrese de que su hijo esté vestido apropiadamente con un abrigo y otra ropa de clima frío para que pueda disfrutar cómodamente de su tiempo al aire libre. El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ofrece algunos consejos para mantenerse seguro durante el tiempo frío.

Si necesita ayuda para proveer a su hijo de ropa para el clima frío, por favor llame a la Planificación de Servicios Coordinados (CSP) del Condado de Fairfax al 703-222-0880. El personal multilingüe puede ayudarle con cualquier dificultad que se le presente, como la alimentación, el alojamiento, el empleo, la asistencia financiera, la atención sanitaria y otras necesidades.

 

Multicultural and Language Resources for Families

 

FCPS’ Office of Family and School Partnerships would like to remind families of some of the many resources available to them:

• Bilingual community liaisons support student registrars by providing families with information about school and community services offered in Fairfax County. Liaisons are available to help families speaking Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. Once registered at a school, families can contact their family liaison for assistance. 
• Early literacy programs are available to Fairfax County residents for parents of children up to 5 years old. These programs help prepare children for school and build confidence in parents as their child’s first teacher. They also help parents become active partners in their child’s education. Programs are available in African-Heritage, Arabic, Spanish, and Korean. 
• Parent Information Phone Lines are available in eight languages for parents who speak languages other than English. 
• A Multilingual Family Podcast is produced by the offices of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Family and School Partnerships, and Professional Learning and Equity. It covers important information for parents in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Korean. 
• ESOL services are available in Fairfax County not only for students, but also for adults and families. Information on Spring classes will be posted in March 2023. 

 Visit the Family Engagement webpage for more resources.

 

Recursos Multiculturales y Lingüísticos

La Oficina de Asociaciones Familiares y Escolares desea recordar a las familias algunos de los recursos disponibles para ellos.

• Los enlaces comunitarios bilingües apoyan a los registradores de estudiantes proporcionando a las familias información sobre los servicios escolares y comunitarios que se ofrecen en el condado de Fairfax. Los enlaces están disponibles para ayudar a las familias que hablan Español, Coreano y Árabe. Una vez inscritos en una escuela, las familias pueden ponerse en contacto con su enlace familiar para obtener ayuda. 
• Los programas de alfabetización preescolar ayudan a preparar a los niños para la escuela y a fomentar la confianza de los padres como primeros maestros de sus hijos. También ayudan a los padres a convertirse en socios activos en la educación de sus hijos. Los programas están disponibles en Árabe, Español, Coreano y Herencia Africana.
• Las Líneas Telefónicas de Información para Padres están disponibles en ocho idiomas para los padres que hablan otros idiomas distintos del Inglés. 
• Un Podcast Multilingüe para Familias es producido por las oficinas de Inglés para Hablantes de Otros Idiomas (ESOL), Asociaciones Familiares y Escolares, y Aprendizaje Profesional y de Equidad. Cubre información importante para los padres en Inglés, Español, Árabe y Coreano. 
• Los servicios de ESOL están disponibles en el Condado de Fairfax no sólo para los estudiantes en las escuelas, sino también para los adultos. La información sobre las clases de primavera se publicará en marzo de 2023. 

Hay más recursos disponibles en la página web de participación familiar. 

  Screening for Advanced Academic Program Services

 

The deadline for families to refer students for full-time Advanced Academic Program services, Level IV, is December 15th at 4:00 pm. Referral forms and materials can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off at the school office, no later than December 15th at 4:00 pm. Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire can be found here .

There are multiple pathways by which a student can be referred, however, if you are interested in your student being considered for the full-time program, you should submit your referral prior to the December 15th deadline.

• Grade 2 Universal Screener Referrals - Students in grade 2 may be identified for screening based on their performance on a universal screening assessment (e.g., CogAT, NNAT); or
• Staff and Family Referrals- Students may be identified for screening based on a direct referral (a request) from their teachers, parent/guardian, or other person who knows and works with the student. 

For more information, please visit the AAP FCPS website:

https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

 

Food Drive to Support Food for Others

 

Food for other’s mission is to distribute food to our neighbors in need by mobilizing our giving communities and volunteers. FFO provides food for children, senior citizens, people who are sick or disabled and working poor people who struggle to obtain enough nutritious food.

This donation drive is being organized by two Ravensworth fifth grade students – Mackenzie Saltman and Ava Millender. We appreciate your collaboration.

Collection boxes are placed in the school lobby and in the SACC room until December 14th.

 

Holiday Assistance

Is your family in need of assistance this holiday season? If so, please contact ECHO who will set up an appointment with you to discuss providing support.

https://www.echo-inc.org/ 

703-569-9610

Ravensworth will not be providing direct holiday assistance to families this year.

If you would like to donate to ECHO to support families in need, please visit their website https://www.echo-inc.org/ or call 703-569-7972.

Please contact Amity Kim, our school social worker, with any questions or concerns at [email protected] or (703) 426-3682.

 

Positivity Project – Other People Mindset:  Supporting Others When They Struggle

Supporting other people when they struggle is a critical piece of being human. There is a Chinese saying that sums this up: “If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.” There are many different approaches to helping people who are struggling. These can include: listening while they

describe an event and their feelings about it, taking action to help people in need, or simply just being there and sitting together in silence.

Talking through a problem is a common way to help a person who is going through a tough time. When thinking about how to help them through conversation, it can be useful to (a) validate, rather than dismissing, their feelings, (b) help them reappraise the situation, and (c) *carefully* point out logic/thinking errors that may block them from healing.

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. 

 

PTA Spirit night at Chipotle

 

Chipotle Fundraiser for Ravensworth Elementary School PTA, next Wednesday, December 14th from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. 7108 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA 22150

33% of event sales get donated to the cause.

Order online for pick up using the code: GPPPQB2 or show the flyer received in your Wednesday envelope in the restaurant.

For online orders to count towards the fundraiser, they must be placed for pickup only from the restaurant location of, and during the hours of, the fundraiser. Delivery orders and gift cards do not qualify. $150 minimum event sales required to receive any donation.

 

Scholastic Bookfair

 

The Scholastic Book Fair has concluded for the 2022-2023 school year, and you all were amazing!!! We exceeded our goal by selling a total of 2,619 books. The money donated and proceeds from the book fair were used get every kid in the school at least one book! Likewise, 158 books were given to our fabulous teachers at Ravensworth Elementary. The leftover proceeds will be used to fill the school library with more books to be used for years to come.

If you couldn’t make it to the Book Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair which starts November 22, 2022 and ends December 8, 2022. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.

Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with online shopping:

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ravensworth.

 

Ravensworth Yearbooks!

 

Want to have all the memories the school year brings?  The time has come to order your Ravensworth Elementary School Yearbooks. The price of the yearbook is $18.00.  After January 1st, the price will increase to $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!

 

Yearbook Love Notes

Want to add a Love Note to your yearbook?  You can leave a Love Note for $5.00 or a Love Note with a Picture for $10.00.  If you would like to write a message to your child to be included in the yearbook, please follow these steps:

Purchase your love note in the school store on the Memberhub:

https://Ravensworth.memberhub.com/store

Visit the google form to complete your order at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxRX2gtxxAHPPy00jTdzyddUZwDfmFe77g8BuP-OMY1dGmA/viewform

You must complete both steps in order for your love note to be included in the yearbook.

**If you are purchasing a Love Note with Picture, photos will be printed at an approximate size of 1”x1” so please choose a photo that has your child front and center (headshot preferred over body shot).  Minimum acceptable resolution is 300 dpi.**

For questions (not submittals), contact [email protected].  Deadline is January 6th.

 

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!

 

Help Support Ravensworth ES While You Shop

 

Sign in with your existing Amazon account and select Ravensworth Elementary PTA as the organization you would like to support.  Also, be sure to select to use this while shopping from the app!  It is one of the easiest ways to help our school earn money for our programs for both students and teachers.  It does not cost extra and is the same a shopping on Amazon as you would normally do!  Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Ravensworth PTA.

 

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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