Willow Springs School News: 5/16/25

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During FLES, students learn to write in Spanish.

 

4th Graders Write About Their Favorite Season

During FLES, students learn to write in Spanish.

Podemos escribir en Español

We can write in Spanish

All students at Willow Springs go to weekly Spanish FLES lessons to learn the Spanish language. Learning to write in Spanish is an important part of the lessons at all grade levels. 


 A Note from the Principal's Desk

Dear Willow Springs families,

We are now in the final stretch of the school year with just 3 full weeks and 3 days left in this year. There is still a lot of learning and fun to be had so we encourage strong attendance. 

Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Dylan Taylor, Principal

Ipsa Stringer, Assistant Principal

Laura Tapper, Assistant Principal


Monday is a 3-hour early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed at 1 PM

3 Hour Early Dismissal

Monday is the final 3-hour early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed at 1:00 PM.


Spring 2025 SOL Testing

For the past few weeks, our 3rd--6th grade students have been busy taking the SOL standardized tests. Today was the last big day of testing. 

On Thursday of next week, students who qualify for a reading retake will take their test. On the following Thursday the 29th, students eligible for a math retake will take their test. On Friday the 30th, 5th graders eligible for a science retake will take the science test.


It is time for the annual 6th grade food drive.

Food Drive for WFCM

It is time for the annual 6th grade food drive. Our 6th grade classes have once again partnered with the SCA to spread the word about the need for shelves to be restocked. 


Enjoy dining from Red Robin and earn money for Willow Springs.

Red Robin Fundraiser

On Monday, enjoy lunch or dinner from Red Robin at Fair Lakes and earn 20% for Willow Springs on May 19th. Show the flier or mention the fundraiser when you order.


All library books are due back May 28th.

Library Books Due 

All library books are due back by Wednesday, May 28th.


Registration is open for summer EIFTA.

Register for E-IFTA

Registration is now open for Elementary Institute for the Arts to be held this summer at Lake Braddock SS.


All are invited to this annual STEM activity fair

Techstravaganza

All are invited to this annual STEM activity fair which will be held on Saturday, May 17th from 10 AM to 4 PM at TJHSST.


All Kindergarten students performed in the 3 Piggy Opera this week.

Kindergarten Registration 

If you have a child who is eligible to start Kindergarten in the fall, please register them now. 

 If you have question please contact Liz Flaherty, Registrar at WSES.

 Welcome to Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Online Registration.

OLR provides families with the information to utilize this convenient registration tool. Parents and guardians can still register students using the electronic bundle or choose to complete paper registration forms if they prefer.

Willow Springs Student Registration Page for New Students.

After registration is complete the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events Willow Springs may host.


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Important Dates

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month

May 19: 3 Hour Early Dismissal

May 26: Memorial Day Holiday

June 4: 1st Grade End of Year Celebration, Band Concert, 7 PM, Cafeteria

June 6: Kindergarten End of Year Celebration

June 9: 3rd Grade End of Year Celebration

June 10: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, Cafeteria

June 11: Last Day of School & 2 Hour Early Dismissal


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