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Good afternoon, Fox Mill Families,
We hope you had a wonderful week, listening to conversations of centered around learning and forming friendships at Fox Mill at your dinner tables this week. Our second graders went on their first field trip for the 2026-2027 school year. They came back with happy smiles and laughter and could not wait to share all about their excursion to Cub Run with us.
We are happy to share that one of our teachers, Otsuka Sensei presented at the Foreign Language Association of Virginia’s (FLAVA) annual conference, held October 3–4, 2026 in Richmond, Virginia.
Her presentation featured paper-based Japanese learning activities and explored how thoughtfully limiting technology and engaging students in hands-on writing can support attention, focus, perseverance, and well-being while strengthening Japanese literacy.
We are proud of her for sharing her classroom practices and connecting with fellow language educators.
A FEW UPDATES
Family Life Education Parent Preview Night
Fox Mill Families are invited to our Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Night! Join us to learn more about the FLE curriculum, review the materials, opt -out options, and answer related FLE questions. We look forward to seeing you on October 28th at 6:30pm in the school library.
The Fairfax County Youth Survey
The Fairfax County Youth Survey, a collaboration between the Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is a comprehensive, anonymous, and voluntary survey given each year to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12. The survey examines behaviors, experiences, and other factors that influence the health and well-being of Fairfax County's youth. Results are published annually at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/youthsurvey and help identify trends, understand students' strengths and needs, and guide efforts to support the health and well-being of Fairfax County youth. Parents of sixth graders will be notified of the date when this survey will be conducted.
Special Education Conference
Annual FCPS Special Education Conference
Saturday, November 14, 2026
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Hayfield Secondary School
7630 Telegraph Road
Alexandria, VA 22315
FEATURING:
- Opening Panel Discussion
- Over 20 Concurrent Breakout Sessions
- Student Showcase
- Exhibit Hall
Please view the Fall 2026 SEFC Promotional Slide to register and learn more about the conference.
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Transportation Survey
Share Your Feedback on Traveling to and From School
The FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are asking families to share their experiences traveling to and from their child’s school. The feedback will help inform the Fairfax County School Board’s annual assessment of traffic and pedestrian safety near schools.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss-and-ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns.
Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
Calendar Change: Eid al-Fitr
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place on this day.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
HOCO PARADE 2026
WHO: Fox Mill ES (wear your FMES gear) 6th Grade wear your class shirts.
WHAT: South Lakes High School Homecoming Parade: This years theme: Rythm of Rio
WHERE: Hunters Woods Shopping Center Parking lot (route ends at South Lakes HS)
WHEN: Friday, October 23, 2026; meet at 4:30pm, parade at 5 pm.
THIS IS NOT A DROP OFF EVENT. Each student must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
October 12th – Schoolwide Planning ( Student Holiday)
October 23- HOCO Parade
October 28th – Family Life Education Parent Preview Night ( 6:30pm)
November 5th- Fall Make up Pictures
Have a wonderful weekend
Brian Moose Anice S. Denton
Principal Assistant Principal
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