Oak View Review
News and Notes: June 12, 2026

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Energy levels were high at Oak View this week! We were thrilled to welcome back the Class of 2026 Robinson Rams for their senior walk. It was incredibly inspiring for our current students to see these students returning as high school grads. Congratulations—you will always have a home here at Oak View!

Robinson graduates at Oak View

Fond Farewells and New Chapters at Oak View

As we wrap up another incredible school year, it is time to say a heartfelt goodbye to some beloved members of our Oak View family. We want to express our deepest gratitude to these dedicated educators and staff members for everything they have given to our students, families, and school community.

Please join us in wishing a fond farewell and a happy next chapter to the following staff members:

Happy Retirement!

We wish a very happy and well-deserved retirement to our staff members who have dedicated years of care and service to our community:

  • Cathy Boyd, Special Education Teacher
  • Claudia Carlsson, Office and Library Assistant
  • Carlina Cuenca, Custodian
  • Liz Eldridge, Grade 4 Teacher
  • Dawn O’Quinn, Grade 4 Teacher
  • Karen Perigard, Grade 5 Teacher
  • Barb Saddler, Grade 5 Teacher
  • Dr. Laura White, School Psychologist

Wishing Them Luck on Their Next Adventure

We also want to send our best wishes to the following staff members who are leaving the "Eagle’s Nest" to pursue new opportunities:

  • Shafagat Azarsina, EAC Instructional Assistant
  • Nicole Daniels, Grade 1 Teacher
  • Catie DeFlumeri, Special Education Teacher
  • Betsy Fields, Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
  • Drew Gatto, Adaptive PE Teacher
  • Amelia Gressett, EAC Teacher
  • Raegan Hanson, Assistant Principal
  • Mollie Hutzel, Grade 1 Teacher
  • Addison Raso, EAC Teacher
  • Kelly Scheider, Public Health Nurse
  • Allison Sheppard, Grade 3 Teacher
  • Hoang Shin, Kindergarten Teacher

We truly appreciate the immense impact each of these individuals has made at Oak View. Thank you all for your hard work, passion, and dedication to our Eagles—we wish you the absolute best in your next chapters!


Calender Reminder

Calendar Reminders: Last Day of School

Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)

Wednesday, June 17, is the last day of school. We will dismiss two hours early at 1:15 p.m.


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Unearth a Story With Summer Reading

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure will take place from Wednesday, June 17, to Wednesday, August 19. Visit the Summer Reading webpage to learn how to sign up to participate and earn prizes! 

Children’s Summer Reading Festival

Fairfax Library Foundation will celebrate FCPL’s annual summer reading program with a free Children’s Summer Reading Festival at the Fairfax County Government Center on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Families can enjoy games, crafts, face painting, a bounce house, snacks, and other activities.


Health Room Medication Reminder

All medication stored in the Oak View health room must be picked up by 1:00 p.m. on the last day of school, Tuesday, June 17. Any medication remaining in the health room after dismissal will be destroyed in accordance with FCPS policy. Please note, medications must be picked up by a parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with students.

If your child will attend an FCPS summer program, current medication authorization forms may be used for the summer session. However, parents/guardians must pick up the medication from Oak View on the last day of school and deliver both the medication and forms to the summer program site on the first day of attendance.

If you have questions, please contact:

  • Ms. Gonzalez, School Health Aide: 703-764-7110
  • Kelly Scheider, Public Health Nurse: kscheider@fcps.edu

Dining Room Assistant Opportunity

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Oak View is currently seeking a dining room assistant. Dining Room Assistants support students during lunch time. They supervise student clean-up, assist students in the cafeteria, and dismiss students to their teacher.

Qualifications include, friendly, energetic, able to maintain expectations for cafeteria behavior, and loves working with children.

Please pass this information along to anyone you may know. Interested applicants should send resumes to Lora Adams or contact Oak View at 703-764-7100.


Early Release Wednesdays for 2026-27

FCPS will continue with limited early release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number has been reduced from eight to four days. 

Early release Wednesdays provide elementary teachers with a dedicated block of time to prepare lessons, participate in professional development and training, and collaborate with their peers. A well-supported and continuously improving teaching staff leads to better educational outcomes for students. 

Our school’s early release Wednesdays will be:

  • October 21
  • December 2
  • February 10
  • May 5

Visit the FCPS website for more information about early release Wednesdays.


Summer Meals for Students

Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on-site while eating their meals.

This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.

Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.


FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

  • Celebrating Graduates
  • Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
  • Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today


Oak View Eagle

Friday Folder Contents

Oak View uses Schoology for all Friday Folder contents. All flyers are posted to Schoology Course: Oak View All Parents and contents are listed below.

  • School Supplies
  • Robinson PE Uniforms
  • Potomac Music Theatre Camp
  • Potomac Music Camps
  • Play N' Kick Camp

Upcoming Events

Jun 17: Last day of school, dismissal at 1:15 p.m.

Aug 21: Open House

Aug 24: First Day

2026-27 School Year Calendar

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