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Greetings Laurel Ridge Families, What an incredible week it has been at Laurel Ridge! A huge roar of applause goes out to our eight talented 6th graders who represented us beautifully at last weekend's All County Chorus; seeing our Lions harmonize with peers from across the county was truly inspiring. Today, we held our 3rd Quarter Portrait of a Graduate Awards. It was a joy to recognize students for their dedication to being Creative and Critical Thinkers, their commitment to our "Kindness is Spoken Here" culture, and their hard work in in Specials. The energy continues tonight with PTA STEAM Night—I can’t wait to see our young scientists and engineers in action—and the excitement is already building for next Thursday’s Talent Show!  Thank you for your continued partnership and for making this community so special. Megan Counts Laurel Ridge Elementary Principal

Upcoming Laurel Ridge Events Thursday, April 30 - LRES Talent Show 6:00pm - 8:00pm Wednesday, May 20 - 3 Hour early Release 12:55pm Monday, May 25 - Holiday Memorial Day Tuesday, May 26 - Student Holiday Wednesday, May 27 - Holiday Eid al-Adha Wednesday, June 17 - Last Day of School 1:55 Dismissal

Parking and Safety Reminders We know some people elect to park and walk their students to the building.  We ask that you use the crosswalk, stay on sidewalks, and refrain from walking across the bus loop. We have noticed an increase in students crossing Commonwealth Blvd without an adult escort and we are concerned for their safety.   We also ask that you park legally. Please be mindful of our neighbors by avoiding parking that obstructs driveways, mailboxes, or lines of sight. We value our neighbors and want to maintain a positive, welcoming community for everyone. Below are the Fairfax County Regulations.  Violators are subject to ticketing. Parking not allowed within 10 feet of driveways. Parking not allowed within 15 feet of hydrant. Parking not allowed in or within 20 feet of the intersection. Parking not allowed in or within 20 feet of designated crosswalk. Parking not allowed within 30 feet of stop sign.

April 29 - Full School Day There was a recent changes to the school year calendar: Adjusted Elementary Early Release Wednesdays Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 29, which was previously early release Wednesdays for Laurel Ridge. This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.

Spring Pictures Available! Hello, Laurel Ridge Elementary School Families! Victor O'Neill Studios recently held Spring portrait day at our school and pictures are now online. All orders will include free shipping until April 27th! Please use the link below to view your student's Spring photos. https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001356049 Please remember, the online code is your Student's ID Number.  For questions about orders, please email underclass@vosphoto.com

Order your school supply kit for next school year! Laurel Ridge’s School Supply Store is already open for business. Each kit is customized to match your child’s grade-specific classroom supply list for the 2026-27 school year and they will be delivered to the classroom before the start of the school year. Order your kit at sproutsupplies.com using code LRES002. Sales end July 7, 2026.

Required Immunizations 

All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. 

• To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
• To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
• To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old. 

•  As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older. 

Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.

Immunization Events for FCPS Students FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. 

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 also available. 

Equity Award

Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18.  

The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families. 

Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage. 

Our Office of the Ombuds Is at Your Service!

Ombuds staff engage with FCPS staff, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.  

Ombuds staff do not make or change decisions, policies, or regulations. They do not take sides, and they do not provide legal advice.

Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit their webpage, where you may submit a question.