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May 19: 5th Grade Science SOL
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May 20: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday, 1 PM
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May 25: Memorial Day (SCHOOL CLOSED)
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May 26: Teacher Work Day (SCHOOL CLOSED)
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May 27: Eid al-Adha (SCHOOL CLOSED)
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- Principal Message
- Early Release Wednesday
- New Cellphone Policy
- Career Fair Flyer
- Youth Art Contest
- Kindergarten Registration
- FCPS Cares
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Principal Message
Dear Roadrunner families,
We have had a strong first two weeks of SOL testing, and we are so proud of the hard work, perseverance, and positive attitudes our Roadrunners have demonstrated each day. Thank you for your continued support at home, ensuring students arrive on time, are well-rested, and are encouraged to do their best. We have one more SOL remaining for our 5th grade students as they prepare for the Science SOL, and we know they will continue to shine. Together, we will finish this school year strong and continue celebrating the growth and accomplishments of our students.
We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our families for making Teacher Appreciation Week so special. Your thoughtful notes, kind words, treats, and gestures of appreciation meant so much to our staff. Our teachers work each day tirelessly to support, encourage, and inspire students, and your generosity and support helped make the week truly memorable.
As we enter the final weeks of the school year, Fairfax County Public Schools appreciates your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success. Regular attendance plays an important role in helping students stay engaged in learning, maintain connections with their teachers and peers, and finish the school year strong.
Attending school consistently also helps students build valuable habits such as responsibility, perseverance, and daily routines that support success both in and out of the classroom.
If your child needs to miss school, please remember to report the absence. Full-day absences can be reported in ParentVUE. Families may also report absences by calling the school attendance line or emailing the school-designated attendance address. If your child is experiencing challenges that are affecting attendance, we are here to help.
Have a Great Day,
Dr. Legagneur, Mr. Barton, Ms. Champion
Early Release May 20th
A reminder that Wednesday, May 20th, is a 3-hour early release day for grades K-6. Your student will be dismissed at 1 PM, the same as on the previous 3-hour release day. Students will dismiss at 1:00 PM. Students who have opted in to stay will dismiss at 4:00. Please notify the front office at 571-642- 6000 no later than March 25th at 11 AM if you need to change your child’s dismissal for this day.
New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1
On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cellphone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.
This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell.
High school students will no longer be able to use cellphones and personal devices during lunchtime. More details are available on the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage.
Other SR&R Changes for the 2026-27 School Year
Visit the FCPS website or the School Board agenda to learn about additional updates, including:
- Added guidance and procedures for in-school and out-of-school suspensions and discipline investigations, including supports for students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
- Expanded guidance and standardized disciplinary procedures (“Universal Grade Matrices”) related to harassment, hate speech, discriminatory behavior, and Title IX reporting requirements.
- Responses to incidents involving intimate images, fighting, physical aggression, object throwing, and drug policy violations.
Fairfax County is holding an art contest for students in grades 4–12 to promote green living. Submit original artwork showing how you help the environment to inspire others.
Key Details:
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Who: Students in grades 4-12.
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Theme: "My Action, Our Climate".
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What: Original drawings, photos, or designs.
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Deadline: May 15, 2026, by 4 p.m..
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Prize: $25 gift card and potential to be featured by the county.
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Students can learn more and enter on the 2026 Youth Art Contest page.
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It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives.
Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school.
If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible.
FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage.
 Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration party from HR. Encourage your community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated
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