February 6 - News and Notes!
Dear Rolling Valley Families,
What a unique week this has been with weather related closures and two hour delays. Despite the interruptions, our students and staff made the most of each day. Teachers and students came to school ready to jump right back into routines, showing flexibility, resilience, and a strong commitment to learning.
Although we had to cancel our school wide PTA sponsored assembly, we still had some wonderful highlights. One standout moment was in second grade, where students participated in a project based learning experience that blended science, math, literacy, and critical thinking skills. Students applied their learning by taking measurements and exploring what it means to care for others as doctors using dolls thoughtfully set up by the second grade team. Connecting learning to real world experiences is always a joy to see and a powerful way to deepen understanding.
As a reminder, our next Early Release Wednesday is February 18. Please be on the lookout for communication from your child’s teacher as we work to ensure dismissal preferences are up to date.
We hope you stay warm and enjoy the weekend. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Monday.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Rolling Valley Elementary School Principal
Save the Dates
Wednesday, February -11th - Group and Club Photos
Monday, February 16th - Presidents' Day - No School for Students
Tuesday, February 17th - Teacher Workday - No School for Students
Wednesday, February 18th - 3-Hour Early Release at 1:00 PM
View the 2025-26 school year calendar.
6th Grade Panoramic
Please use the link below to place your order in advance of the 6th Grade Panoramic Photo:
https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001350630
All orders placed before photo day will be shipped directly home with no shipping charge.
RVES Book Exchange!
When Should Your Child Stay Home?
Help your student succeed in school by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit the FCPS website for helpful insights regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school to minimize impacts on learning.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to let us know so we can provide assistance, if needed.
Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students
School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff.
The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical.
Learn more about the emergency management system. You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.
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Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.
All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link.
We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.
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PTA NEWS
PTA News:
DONATIONS NEEDED! We are seeking Keurig coffee pod donations to provide for staff social events and for daily use. Please drop off donations to the RVES front office or have them sent directly to the school. THANK YOU!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Monday, February 9; 7:00-8:00pm; PTA Meeting: All RVES families are welcome to attend our February general membership meeting on Monday, February 9 at 7:00pm in the RVES library. Note that childcare will be provided.
SAVE THE DATE! Friday, March 6; 6:00-8:00pm; Games & Grub @ Rolling Valley: RVES families are invited to come hang out and enjoy games in the cafeteria, and delicious fare from local food trucks will also be available for sale! Note that all students must be accompanied by an adult.
MILITARY FAMILY OUTREACH: FSP will be facilitating monthly workshops, webinars, or family engagement events for military families throughout the school year. Please check the Family Academy Catalog CLICK HERE under "Military-Connected Families Offerings" for more information on these events as they are posted.
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
SEPTA (FAIRFAX COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA): SEPTA is a PTA organization affiliated with the state and national PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families. Please click here for more information and details about upcoming events:CLICK HERE
Feel free to contact the RVES PTA at ptarollingvalley@gmail.com with any questions or comments!
Irving Presents: Between the Lines Jr.
February 6, 7, and 8th
We want to let you know that our musical is coming up. Irving Middle School will be presenting Between the Lines Jr. on February 6, 7, and 8.
Tickets are available through etix.com (search Irving) or https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15636/irving-middle-school-theatreperformance_id=62199109&country=US&language=en
Early Release Wednesday
FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid announced plans to continue limited early release days in elementary schools and shift them to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
Early release Wednesdays for RVES will be:
- February 18
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March 18
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April 22
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May 13
FCPS has created this webpage to provide detailed information about the early release on Wednesdays.
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