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Dear Springfield Estates Families,
We are proud to share that Springfield Estates Elementary has been recognized as Distinguished under Virginia’s School Performance and Support Framework. Based on data from last school year, SEES earned an overall score of 96.71, showing that our school is exceeding the state’s expectations for student performance.
Although our students are much more than test scores, this recognition reflects the hard work of our students, staff, and families. We are incredibly proud of our school community and will continue providing high-quality learning experiences where every child feels welcomed, challenged, supported, and cared for.
Thank you for your partnership and for helping every Eagle thrive!
Together We SOAR!
April Martin, Principal & Kassandra Flading, Assistant Principal
Web Resources
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Dates & Reminders
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Sept. 15-Oct. 15: National Hispanic American Heritage
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Oct. 5-Nov 13: PTA Reading Fundraiser
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Oct.12: School Planning Day for Staff (Student Holiday)
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Oct 16: SCA Spirit Day: Memo/Emoji Day (must be school appropriate)
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Oct 20: AAP Screening Process Information Session.There will be a parent meeting on Tuesday, October 20 at 5:00 p.m. in the SEES library for those interested in Understanding the Full-time AAP Screening Process. If you are considering having your child screened for Full-time AAP services, plan to join us on the 20 to learn about the process and everything that goes into a referral. Full-time referrals are accepted August 24-December 15. Please contact Allison Donnelly, the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at 703-921-2383 or via email at aldonnelly@fcps.edu, if you have any questions.
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Oct. 21: Early Release Wednesday 3-hour Release - 1:05 p.m. Students will be dismissed at 1:05 p.m. unless we receive notification from their families that they should stay until 4:05 p.m.
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Oct 22: PTA Meeting and Workshop. Workshop starts at 5:30 p.m., followed by a PTA meeting at 6:00 p.m. (Note: Bingo has been moved to November 12.)
- Oct 23: SCA Spirt Day: Pumpkin Day
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Oct 29: Fall Photo Retakes. This will be for students who were not here on our first picture day or who have been recently enrolled. It is also an option for families who were not satisfied with their child's original photo (if a package was purchased, please send the photo package back with your student on picture day).
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Oct. 30: End of First Quarter 2-hour Early Release - 2:05 p.m.
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Oct. 30: SCA Spirit Day: Book Character Day. Dress up as your favorite book character and celebrate a love of reading. Costumes should be school-appropriate and comfortable. No masks or weapons are allowed. As always, there is no obligation to participate and, of course, school colors (blue and gold) are a great option on any spirit day!
SEES School Pictures are Online Now!
To see your student’s photo and/or order, please visit: vosphoto.com/underclass
Please use your student’s ID when prompted for the online code.
For questions regarding school pictures please email: underclass@vosphoto.com
Important Notice for Families who use SACC:
For the 2026–2027 school year, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has designated Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, as a regular instructional school day, while the Fairfax County SACC Program will be closed. Please plan before and after school care for your children.
In this Addition
- Superintendent Community Conversations
- Transportation Survey
- AAP Expansion
- Calendar Change
- National School Lunch Week
- Immunization Events
Superintendent Community Conversations
- 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:
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.
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
AAP Expansion
FCPS Seeks Community Input on Middle School AAP CentersFCPS is exploring a plan to offer Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services at every middle school. Under the proposal, students who qualify could attend their neighborhood middle school and take advanced classes with other AAP students. The School Board has approved community engagement at Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key, and Whitman middle schools, where programs could open for the 2027-28 school year. The proposal is still under consideration, and the School Board is expected to make a decision in December.
Each community meeting offers in-person and virtual participation. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:
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Holmes Middle: Thursday, October 15, at 6 p.m.
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Whitman Middle: Thursday, October 22, at 6 p.m.
Current middle school students will remain at their assigned AAP centers through middle school. Learn more and find meeting sign-up forms on the Middle School AAP Centers page
Calendar Change
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.
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.
National School Lunch Week
- Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers.
This National School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) reminds families that they are dedicated to providing delicious, 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 or lunch? View the Nutrition Services menus.
Immunization Events
- Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are available.
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