Dear Wolftrap Families, 

We made it through the first week back! Students and staff are having a wonderful time readjusting to routines. I’m so glad the Wolfies are here!!! Our Behavior MTSS Team is excited to launch the new SEL Shout-out initiative! Our goal is to encourage students to recognize positive behavior in one another and create a school-wide culture of celebration. Students will be learning more about this exciting new way to recognize each other. Please check out the bulletin board the next time you are at Wolftrap. It is located over by fifth grade. 

As you know, Dr. Reid introduced the boundary recommendations to the board at the January 8th meeting. Keep an eye out for opportunities to connect around that topic. You can see the information on the FCPS website. Upcoming events to note:

• Tuesday, January 13, at 6 p.m.: School Board’s public hearing on the Proposed FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). 
• Thursday, January 22, at 7 p.m.: The School Board is scheduled to vote on the superintendent's recommendation for boundary changes and implementation during their regular meeting. 

On an exciting note, the Madison pyramid schools will be participating in our first DAY OF SERVICE on April 15th. Schools across our pyramid will be participating in projects across our schools in Vienna that support the environment, food insecurity, and supporting our military families. Stay tuned for more information on this great day! 

Dr. Maggie Grove, Principal

Ms. Megan Tipton, Assistant Principal 

Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs: Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs.

FCPS Math Week: FCPS invites you to experience a full week of family time with FREE stories, games and math activities - all from the comfort of your home. Math Week offers families an opportunity to experience math, literacy, history, and geography in a fun and positive way. All content will be available for families in English and Spanish beginning Monday, January 12. Visit the Math Week website for games, stories, and other interactive activities for the whole family.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS from our friends at the family support center: How to Develop Flexibility with Your Child: Friday, February 13 from 10-11:30 a.m. Join us and discover what truly drives children. You’ll learn the critical difference between rewards and motivation and discover strategies to shift the focus" helping your child build a passion for growth. Register here

The School Just Called...Now What Do I Ask Wednesday, February 25 from 10-11:30 a.m. 2334 Gallows Road, Room 100 Dunn Loring, VA 22027 Register here: This in-person workshop will give you the tools to feel prepared and confident when communicating about your child. Using the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) from the Right Question Institute, you’ll learn how to:

• Turn worry into clarity by asking better questions.
• Navigate conversations with teachers, administrators, and
• special education staff.
• Advocate for your child’s needs with confidence and purpose.

You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup: Tips for Self-Care- Kinship Series: Friday, February 27, 2026, from 10-11:30am Join licensed clinical social worker and kinship caregiver Dr. Monique Lilakos to learn more about stress management and self-care. Register here

Upcoming Student Experience Survey at Wolftrap: Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link.

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.