Forestville Focus
News and Notes of the Week (04/14/2026)

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Calendar Reminders

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April 15: Purple Up Day - Wear Purple in support of military-connected youth

April 21: NEW**Student Holiday/Teacher Workday - due to special election 

April 22: Full day of school - Early Release Wednesday cancelled

April 24: PTA Grades 4-6 Dance (see below)


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Wear Purple on Wednesday, 4/15!

Forestville and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) are gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day! 

This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military. 


Assistant Principal Rob Plunkett standing in a school hallway

Welcome to Forestville, Mr. Plunkett!

We are excited to welcome Mr. Rob Plunkett as the new Assistant Principal of Forestville Elementary! Mr. Plunkett brings a passion for supporting students, building strong relationships, and fostering a positive school community.

We look forward to the leadership and energy he will bring to our school and are thrilled to have him join the Forestville family. Please join us in giving Mr. Plunkett a warm Cardinal welcome! ❤️