A reminder that our next Early Release Wednesday is next week on February 25. Any changes to your child’s Early Release Wednesday plan were due last week. Be sure to check in with the main office or your child’s teacher if you have any questions about Wednesday’s dismissal procedures. Please email bbesearlyrelease@fcps.edu with questions.
Next week on Tuesday we have multiple “I Love to Read!” assemblies, sponsored by the PTO. These assemblies will kickoff our PTO Read-a-Thon fundraiser. On Friday, February 27, we have our next SCA Spirit Day, Sequins and Sweats. Come dressed with sequins, sweats, or or wear Bonnie Brae colors of blue and white!
Enjoy the weekend with your family and friends!
Morgan Birge, Principal
Rose Stephens, Assistant Principal
Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
February 23 - Club and Candid Photos Day
February 25 - 3-Hour Early Release Closing, 12:15 PM
February 27 - SCA Spirit Day: Sequins and Sweats
February 28 - PTO Restaurant Day at Honeygrow (see below for details)
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
Young Scholars learned about the jobs of soldiers while participating in a simulation during a recent field trip.
Some of youngest students dressed in tropical attire to help brighten our days during these winter months.
Club and Candid Photos Day - Monday, February 23
Club and Candid Photos Day is Monday, February 23. One Victor O'Neill photographer will take candid photos while visiting learning spaces. Another Victor O'Neill photographer will take club and group pictures. If your child participates in any of the listed clubs and groups, they will have their picture taken on February 23. Girls on the Run will have their group photo taken in the spring.
The club and group picture schedule is below.
8:30 AM
6th Grade Chorus & ACC
Oedemann
8:45 AM
Sixth Grade Band
DiMassimo
9:00 AM
Sixth Grade Strings
Miller
9:10 AM
Patrols
Orahood
9:25 AM
Best Buddies
McCormick & Jordan
9:40 AM
Fifth Grade Strings
Miller
9:50 AM
Fifth Grade Band
DiMassimo
10:05AM
Fifth Grade Chorus
Warr
10:15 AM
Eco Club
Shirey & Clark
10:35 AM
SCA
Lewis & Falkenstein
10:45 AM
Fourth Grade Strings
Miller
Three-Hour Early Release - Wednesday, February 25
Wednesday, February 25 is our next Early Release Wednesday.
Any changes or questions related to your child's early release plan for February 25 should be sent to bbesearlyrelease@fcps.edu. Changes to early release plans should be communicated by 11 AM on Wednesday, February 25.
Students will be dismissed three hours early at 12:15 PM.
As a reminder, if you shared that your child/children will need to stay at Bonnie Brae on our Early Release Wednesday, they will be dismissed at the regular time of 3:15 PM.
All preschool classes will follow their normal schedule.
Changes to Student Daily Transportation
A reminder that any changes that are made to student daily dismissal procedures must be made by 2:45 PM each day. Due to teacher notification timelines, requests to change a child’s dismissal procedure after 2:45 PM cannot be guaranteed. Be sure to click here to submit a Change in Transportation request, or call the main office line at 703-321-3900.
Order Our 2025-2026 Bonnie Brae Yearbook!
Bonnie Brae yearbooks are officially on sale! All orders (online only) are due by April 17, 2026. The prices detailed below are for all yearbooks purchased by April 17, 2026.
Soft cover yearbooks are $18
Hard cover yearbooks are $24
Option to add a foil name stamp for an additional $4
We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale on-site in June at a cost of $20 per soft cover yearbook (no hard cover yearbooks or foil name stamps will be sold on-site).
Yearbooks are expected to arrive late-May/early June.
Registration is now open for all 3rd-6th grade girls interested in joining Girls on the Run! Practice will be Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 PM. The spring season will run from March 7 – May 18. Registration closes February 23. Register here: https://www.gotrnova.org/3rd-5th-grade-program-details
Robinson Fanquest!
What is It?
Fanquest is a Special Olympics basketball tournament where Special Olympians compete together with their peers. It’s a huge event with lots of fun. Before the games begin there will be a tailgate in the main hall with games, facepaint, baked goods, and more activities!
Middle and elementary students must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring money for the Oasis snack bar and booths at the tailgate.
Everyone is invited. We want as much community involvement as possible to make our athletes feel supported.
Wear camo or green colors!
Cheer loud and have fun while supporting the athletes!
When and Where is It?
When: Friday, March 6
Tailgate starts at 5:30 PM
Basketball game starts at 7 PM
Where: Robinson Secondary
Join the Braddock District Neighborhood College – FREE Community Leadership Program!
Are you interested in learning more about how Fairfax County works and how you can make a positive impact in your neighborhood? The Braddock District Neighborhood College is now accepting applications for its FREE six-session certificate program for Braddock District residents
This engaging program includes guest speakers, interactive activities, small group discussions, networking opportunities, and information about advisory boards and volunteer roles.
Participants will:
Learn how Fairfax County Government works and how to get involved
Explore topics that impact the social and economic well-being of local communities
Understand community demographics and trends
Build leadership and problem-solving skills
Discover strategies for inclusive community engagement and outreach
Program Details:
Orientation: March 12, 7–8:30 PM at Braddock District Office, 9002 Burke Lake Road, Burke
Virtual: March 19, March 26, April, 9, and April 16
In Person: April 23 and 30 at Braddock Elementary School, 7825 Heritage Drive, Annandale
Application Due Date: Friday, March 6
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors, strengthen your leadership skills, and help shape the future of our community. For more information, contact NCSCommunityDevelopers@fairfaxcounty.gov
Register Today With Volunteer FCPS
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at Bonnie Brae Elementary. All volunteers must:
Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry.
For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check-in at the front office.
But now there is also an app, which can make check-in’s even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download theRaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check-in at school.
If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!
Celebrating the Power of School Breakfast
Multiple studies show that school breakfasts are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school breakfast consume more fruit and fiber than their peers.
This National School Breakfast Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Want to know what’s for breakfast? Nutrition Services has printable menus available.
BBES Family Course on Schoology: New Update
New information has been uploaded to our Family Schoology Course.
In order to access Schoology, you must be signed up for a Parent Vue account and can use those credentials to sign in. Don't have a Parent Vue account? Register today!
Bonnie Brae Readathon Kickoff Assemblies – February 24!
We are thrilled to announce the kickoff of our Bonnie Brae Readathon with a very special event!
On Tuesday, February 24, Bonnie Brae Elementary will host the high-energy, magic-filled assembly program:
“I Love To Read!”
Presented by nationally recognized magician and school assembly presenter Cris Johnson, this interactive program blends laughter, inspiration, and incredible magic — all centered around the power and importance of reading.
Cris Johnson has performed for schools all across North America and is known for captivating students of all ages with:
Funny magic
AMAZING magic
Even a little bit of dangerous magic
Mind-reading magic
And powerful “magic words” to live by
Students will discover why reading is so important — and how it can unlock opportunities, imagination, and success.
Assembly Schedule
Three grade-level assemblies will be held throughout the day, each customized specifically for the age group attending. Every student will experience a program designed just for them!
During this fun, action-packed presentation, some students will be invited on stage to help with the magic!
This exciting assembly officially kicks off our Readathon fundraising program, which supports enrichment opportunities, classroom resources, and schoolwide initiatives at Bonnie Brae.
Get ready, Scotties — it’s going to be magical!
NEW Restaurant Night – All Day at Honeygrow!
Support Bonnie Brae PTO – Saturday, February 28
We have a new restaurant to try — and it’s available all day!
Where: Honeygrow in West Springfield!
When: Saturday, February 28, 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Enjoy lunch, dinner, or a snack between activities while supporting the Bonnie Brae PTO.
20% of all qualifying orders will be donated back to our school!
