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Dear Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having a wonderful summer break making lasting memories with family, and friends.  We are beyond excited to be welcoming students back into our building less than a month from today!

As a reminder, the first day of the 2024-25 school year is Monday, August 19.  School supply lists can be found here.  Also, we will hold our annual Westgate Open House on Friday, August 16.  This is an event for students to come to Westgate, meet their teacher, drop off supplies, and see their classroom.  Open House for Kindergarten students only is 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. while Grades 1-6 will be from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.  If you have both a kindergartener and an older student you may come in at 10:00 a.m. but the upper grade classrooms will not be open until 10:30 a.m.  Immediately following our respective Open Houses, we will have Popsicles on the Playground from 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. so that our students and families can continue to build relationships and meet one another. 

**Please note that your student's teacher assignment will be sent electronically prior to Open House.**

Lastly, we will offer new family and kindergarten tours on August 5 and 6 at 9:30 a.m.  We welcome anyone that may not have had an opportunity to visit Westgate prior to join us.  We will also be offering optional kindergarten assessments at that time.  If you are able to attend, and have not signed your rising kindergarten up for an assessment, you may do so here.  

We will continue to update you with more information as we get closer to the first day of school.  We look forward to welcoming our students and families back to Westgate in a few short weeks.  As always, thank you for your support of all things Westgate and have a fantastic week ahead!

Best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  If you have already registered, please sign up for a summer assessment here.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Families that are earning less than 185% of the poverty level can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost.

Families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meal application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. Look for the application in August, view criteria, and up-to-date information on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

🗺️ School Board Updates Boundary Policy

The Fairfax County School Board approved updates to the Boundary Policy (Policy 8130) at its July 18 Regular Public Meeting, completing a years-long comprehensive review of the policy for the first time in nearly four decades. The updates provide a clear roadmap for any future boundary adjustments to help ensure better student achievement through enhanced instructional quality, budget optimization, and strengthened student well-being.

The revised policy does not propose specific boundary changes, nor were specific boundaries considered during the policy review. Instead, the updates create a framework for the division superintendent to follow when considering any potential future adjustments, which must prioritize robust community engagement throughout the process. Read more about the updated policy.

⏰ Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

During the Academic Matters segment at the June 27 School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid discussed limited early release Mondays for elementary students during the upcoming school year. The goal is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for the Virginia Literacy Act and other demands on their time.

A Steering Committee of school leaders, teachers, and families is working to support both families and teachers in this effort. See the list of early release dates and other information.

Summer Reading Resources

Westgate students enjoyed a visit with librarians from the Tysons Pimmit Library to learn about their Summer Reading Program. See the information below to help your student get excited about summer reading!

FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Enjoy the 2024 Summer Reading Program at the Fairfax County Public Library. You can register online or in person and there are programs and prizes for all ages, including adults! Families can stop by their closest library and pick up a reading log. Help students record their summer reading to earn a coupon book full of wonderful prizes and freebies!   Summer Reading Program

BARNES & NOBLE

Read 8 books, fill out the Barnes and Noble form, and turn it in at their store for a FREE BOOK! Look for more information about the reading program and special reading events: BN SUMMER READING

BOOK LISTS AND ONLINE RESOURCES

FCPS Online Resources

Enjoy online resources such as MYON, MackinVia Tumblebooks, and Pebble Go all summer! You’ll find databases, ebooks, and audio books to enjoy. These can count for your summer reading log. See the attached list of passwords you’ll need to access these resources.  https://www.fcps.edu/resources/library/online-databases-and-e-books

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

August

5 - New Family/Kindergarten Tour @ 9:30 a.m.

6 - New Family/Kindergarten Tour @ 9:30 a.m.

16 - Westgate Open House 

• Kindergarten 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• 1st - 6th Grade 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
• Popsicles on the Playground 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

19 - First Day of School!

• PTA Kindergarten Boo-Hoo Breakfast for Parents @ 8:50 a.m. on Westgate Playground

22 - PTA Back to School Picnic - 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

28 - Back to School Night - 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

• Session 1 - 5:30 p.m. - 6:10 p.m.
• Session 2 - 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

30 - No School for Students/Staff  

September

2 - No School for Students/Staff - Labor Day 

11 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

23 - Student 3 Hour Early Release @ 12:30 p.m.

 

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Morning Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having a fabulous first week of June!  It is hard to imagine that we are entering into our last week of the school year.  I continue to be amazed by this thoughtful and kind student body, and school community.  

I had the privilege of attending the Marshall High School graduation yesterday.  What made it so special was recognizing so many students and families from their time here at Westgate.  I was so proud of those graduating seniors, much like I am, of all of the growth our students made this year.  Time simply continues to fly by, and I am grateful for all the memories and connections we get to take with us from year to year.

As we enter our last few days of the year, please know how much your partnership and collaboration has meant to our Westgate staff, and to me.   It certainly takes a village, and I am convinced we have the absolute best.  As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and wishing you a wonderful week ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Field Day - Volunteers Needed 

Westgate Elementary School's Field Day is on Thursday June 6 (rain date June 7). Volunteers are needed to make this day a success! Please consider signing up to volunteer and support field day here. 

Yearbooks - Limited Quantities for Sale

For those families that purchased a yearbook, they will be going home today, June 4, in your child's backpack.  There are a very limited number of extras for sale in the main office on a first come, first serve basis.  Students should see Ms. Vargas with $16 cash and must have exact change to purchase.  No other form of payment will be accepted.  

Message from Mrs. Scherbenske

Hello Westgate Families!

As I pass along the summer reading information, I want to let you all know that I will be retiring at the end of this school year. After 15 wonderful years at Westgate, it is so hard to say good-bye to students, families, and staff! I have loved being part of your lives and watching your children grow as readers. I’ll cherish memories of the fun we’ve had with book fairs, story times, summer checkout and more!

Wishing you all the best, Michelle Scherbenske

Summer Reading Resources

Westgate students enjoyed a visit with librarians from the Tysons Pimmit Library to learn about their Summer Reading Program. See the information below to help your student get excited about summer reading!

FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Enjoy the 2024 Summer Reading Program at the Fairfax County Public Library. You can register online or in person and there are programs and prizes for all ages, including adults! Families can stop by their closest library and pick up a reading log. Help students record their summer reading to earn a coupon book full of wonderful prizes and freebies!   Summer Reading Program

BARNES & NOBLE

Read 8 books, fill out the Barnes and Noble form, and turn it in at their store for a FREE BOOK! Look for more information about the reading program and special reading events: BN SUMMER READING

BOOK LISTS AND ONLINE RESOURCES

FCPS Online Resources

Enjoy online resources such as MYON, MackinVia Tumblebooks, and Pebble Go all summer! You’ll find databases, ebooks, and audio books to enjoy. These can count for your summer reading log. See the attached list of passwords you’ll need to access these resources.  https://www.fcps.edu/resources/library/online-databases-and-e-books

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  If you have already registered, please sign up for a summer assessment here.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Rising Kindergarten Playdates

Do you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten at Westgate in the Fall? Join us Friday, June 14th 4-5:30pm at the Westgate Elementary School Playground. Come out and meet other new students and their families for our upcoming playdates. PTA members will be on hand as well to answer any questions you may have. Please help spread the word.

Other Playdates include:

• Sunday, July 21, from 5 p.m. until  6:30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground

Return Library Books - Due Date was May 29

All student library books should have been returned by May 29 to prepare for inventory. Please help your students find any missing books so that they are returned on time.  If you have any questions about lost or damaged books, please contact Mrs. Scherbenske [email protected] Thank you for helping to keep our library in great shape for all students to enjoy!

Westgate - We Need You! 

Do you love Fallfest and the yearly Volleyball game? Do your students enjoy after school programming or the PTA sponsored assemblies? Then we need you! 

In order to keep these amazing programs going and more we need an active PTA board. Westgate needs you to consider joining the PTA board as we are still in search of nominations for many positions including but not limited to President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and more! 

Interested in learning more? Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] and we can share more about different roles. 

Without your support or engagement we will not be able to have a PTA board which is integral for continuing all these activities. Board nominations due by May 10th.

Order School Supplies Online!- Due June 25

The PTA is once again offering online school supply ordering. These kits are exactly what teachers have requested for next year. It's one stop, easy shopping for our community. You order online and in the fall the supplies will be shipped to the school and the PTA will deliver them to your child's classroom. This is not a fundraiser, just a courtesy to our community. Deadline is June 25th. Order today!

Order Online: here

School Code: WES461

Summer Music & Arts Camp Opportunities

If you are interested in having your child explore music and arts this summer, please consider one of the following camps.  Please go to your child’s General Music Schoology course for all the detailed information.

Second through Fifth Grade Suggestions:

Summer Choir Camp

E-IFTA 

Fifth Grade Suggestions:

Summer Choir Camp

E-IFTA

Music Theatre Summer Camp

Sixth Grade Suggestions:

Summer Choir Camp

IFTA

Musical Theatre Summer Camp

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

June

5 - Band/String Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

6 - Field Day  (K-2 9-12 p.m., Gr. 3-6 12:15 - 3:15 p.m.)

12 - Last Day of School - 2 hr. Early Release (1:30 pm)

     - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 9:30 a.m.

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Afternoon Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having had a fantastic week.  It is hard to believe we are sprinting towards the finish line of the 2023-24 school year.  There is so much to celebrate, and we have many special events planned so make sure you continue to read important updates from your child's classroom teacher.

As as reminder, there is no school this Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day.  Please make sure you make alternate arrangements for your child.      

As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and have a wonderful long weekend ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Field Day - Volunteers Needed 

Westgate Elementary School's Field Day is on Thursday June 6 (rain date June 7). Volunteers are needed to make this day a success! Please consider signing up to volunteer and support field day here. 

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  If you have already registered, please sign up for a summer assessment here.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Return Library Books - Due May 29

All student library books should be returned by May 29 to prepare for inventory. Please help your students find any missing books so that they are returned on time.  If you have any questions about lost or damaged books, please contact Mrs. Scherbenske [email protected] Thank you for helping to keep our library in great shape for all students to enjoy!

Book Exchange - Drop Off by May 29

Clean off your bookshelves and donate to the Westgate Library Book Exchange! All students will visit the exchange during their final library week to choose a book for summer reading. We’d love to have gently used books for PreK to 6th grade students. Beginning chapter books and graphic novels are especially popular. If you have books to donate, please drop books off at the Westgate office by May 29.

Rising Kindergarten Playdates

Do you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten at Westgate in the Fall? Join us for kindergarten playdates at the Westgate Elementary School Playground. Come out and meet other new students and their families for our upcoming playdates. PTA members will be on hand as well to answer any questions you may have. Please help spread the word.

Playdates include:

• Friday, June 14, from 4 p.m. until 5: 30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground
• Sunday, July 21, from 5 p.m. until  6:30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground

Westgate - We Need You! 

Do you love Fallfest and the yearly Volleyball game? Do your students enjoy after school programming or the PTA sponsored assemblies? Then we need you! 

In order to keep these amazing programs going and more we need an active PTA board. Westgate needs you to consider joining the PTA board as we are still in search of nominations for many positions including but not limited to President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and more! 

Interested in learning more? Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] and we can share more about different roles. 

Without your support or engagement we will not be able to have a PTA board which is integral for continuing all these activities. Board nominations due by May 10th.

Order School Supplies Online!- Due June 25

The PTA is once again offering online school supply ordering. These kits are exactly what teachers have requested for next year. It's one stop, easy shopping for our community. You order online and in the fall the supplies will be shipped to the school and the PTA will deliver them to your child's classroom. This is not a fundraiser, just a courtesy to our community. Deadline is June 25th. Order today!

Order Online: here

School Code: WES461

Rising Longfellow MS - Important Dates

Jump Start Registration Now Open!

Jump Start registration is now open on myschoolbucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5th – 6th or session 2 – August 7th – 8th.  

Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at [email protected]

Register Today for FCPS Summer Camps

Registration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.

• Spanish:Inscríbase hoy para los Campamentos de Verano de FCPSLa inscripción para los campamentos de Educación Profesional y Técnica (CTE) de FCPS y los campamentos del Instituto para las Artes (IFTA/E-IFTA) cierra el viernes, 7 de junio. Los estudiantes elegibles para comidas gratis o a precio reducido no tienen que pagar matrícula. El transporte en autobús está disponible desde determinadas escuelas secundarias y escuelas intermedias de FCPS. Aprenda más sobre Aprendizaje y Diversión de Verano para Estudiantes. 

 

☀️ Enjoy Learning, Fun, and Helpful Information at the Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! Families are invited to participate in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. In addition to learning activities, enjoy tips and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

Spanish:☀️ ¡Disfrute Aprendiendo, Diversión e Información Útil en el Evento de Un Verano Extraordinario! Venga a la Escuela Secundaria Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., ¡para el evento de FCPS "Un Verano Extraordinario! Las familias están invitadas a participar en actividades educacionales diseñadas para despertar curiosidad e inspirar crecimiento. Además de las actividades de aprendizaje, disfrute de consejos e información útil para las familias. Disfrute de la pintura de caras, comida, música, un brincolin , un zoológico de mascotas, hora del cuento, y actuaciones de los estudiantes - ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas!

Visite la página web Summer Extravaganza para obtener más información e inscríbase para asistir. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

May

27 - No School for Students/Staff - Memorial Day

June

5 - Band/String Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

6 - Field Day  (K-2 9-12 p.m., Gr. 3-6 12:15 - 3:15 p.m.)

12 - Last Day of School - 2 hr. Early Release (1:30 pm)

     - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 9:30 a.m.

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Afternoon Westgate Families,

I hope many of you had a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.  We are officially in our last month of the school year, and things are busier than ever.

We want to thank our amazing PTA who organized an incredible teacher appreciation week.  Our staff felt loved, and supported, and we thank each and every one of our parents who donated their time & energy to make it a success.  We equally thank our students for their tokens of appreciations, cards, and words of affirmation to our teachers.  We certainly have such a generous and caring school community.    

We hope many of you can attend our first ever student led event, West Fest, this Friday, May 17, from 5:30 -7:30 p.m.  Our 5th and 6th grade students have been working all year to create an event that celebrates the diversity in our community and builds a sense of belonging.  At West Fest, you can taste some of our community's favorite dishes, watch performances of our talented students, play games, and participate in a variety of activities! We hope you will join us!

Please see below for the remaining events of the school year, including our last PTA meeting tomorrow evening, May 14, at 6:00 p.m.  As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and have a wonderful week ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  If you have already registered, please sign up for a summer assessment here.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Panera Bread Fundraiser

Pick up dinner at Panera break on May 13th from 4-8pm at the 8365 Leesburg Pike Vienna VA location and support Westgate. Do not forget to mention the fundraiser in the store or use code when ordering online: FUND4U

May PTA Meeting- May 14th

Join us Tuesday, May 14th for the PTA meeting at 6pm in the library. Ms. Demetriades will share highlights from the year and we will hold our elections for next year's PTA Board. 

For those who need to participate virtually, please use this Zoom link (Meeting ID: 920 5943 1149 and password: wolves)

Book Exchange

Clean off your bookshelves and donate to the Westgate Library Book Exchange! All students will visit the exchange during their final library week to choose a book for summer reading. We’d love to have gently used books for PreK to 6th grade students. Beginning chapter books and graphic novels are especially popular. If you have books to donate, please drop them off at the Westgate office.

Rising Kindergarten Playdates

Do you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten at Westgate in the Fall? Join us Sunday, May 19 from 4-5:30pm at the Westgate Elementary School Playground. Come out and meet other new students and their families for our upcoming playdates. PTA members will be on hand as well to answer any questions you may have. Please help spread the word.

Other Playdates include:

• Friday, June 14, from 4 p.m. until 5: 30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground
• Sunday, July 21, from 5 p.m. until  6:30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground

Westgate - We Need You! 

Do you love Fallfest and the yearly Volleyball game? Do your students enjoy after school programming or the PTA sponsored assemblies? Then we need you! 

In order to keep these amazing programs going and more we need an active PTA board. Westgate needs you to consider joining the PTA board as we are still in search of nominations for many positions including but not limited to President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and more! 

Interested in learning more? Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] and we can share more about different roles. 

Without your support or engagement we will not be able to have a PTA board which is integral for continuing all these activities. Board nominations due by May 10th.

West Fest - May 17

Please join Westgate Elementary School for our spring event, West Fest!

A group of Young Scholars and student leaders in 5th and 6th grade have been working all year on creating a community event that celebrates the diversity in our community and builds a sense of belonging. This event will take place on May 17th from 5:30 - 7:30. At West Fest, taste some of our community's favorite dishes, watch performances of our talented students, play games, and participate in a variety of activities! We hope you will join us! 

In order for this event to be a success, we need your help. Please consider signing up to: 

Volunteer 

Bring one of your family's favorite foods

Perform

Order School Supplies Online!- Due June 25

The PTA is once again offering online school supply ordering. These kits are exactly what teachers have requested for next year. It's one stop, easy shopping for our community. You order online and in the fall the supplies will be shipped to the school and the PTA will deliver them to your child's classroom. This is not a fundraiser, just a courtesy to our community. Deadline is June 25th. Order today!

Order Online: here

School Code: WES461

Rising Longfellow MS - Important Dates

Jump Start Registration Now Open!

Jump Start registration is now open on myschoolbucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5th – 6th or session 2 – August 7th – 8th.  

Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at [email protected]

Register Today for FCPS Summer Camps

Registration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.

• Spanish:Inscríbase hoy para los Campamentos de Verano de FCPSLa inscripción para los campamentos de Educación Profesional y Técnica (CTE) de FCPS y los campamentos del Instituto para las Artes (IFTA/E-IFTA) cierra el viernes, 7 de junio. Los estudiantes elegibles para comidas gratis o a precio reducido no tienen que pagar matrícula. El transporte en autobús está disponible desde determinadas escuelas secundarias y escuelas intermedias de FCPS. Aprenda más sobre Aprendizaje y Diversión de Verano para Estudiantes. 

 

☀️ Enjoy Learning, Fun, and Helpful Information at the Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! Families are invited to participate in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. In addition to learning activities, enjoy tips and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

Spanish:☀️ ¡Disfrute Aprendiendo, Diversión e Información Útil en el Evento de Un Verano Extraordinario! Venga a la Escuela Secundaria Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., ¡para el evento de FCPS "Un Verano Extraordinario! Las familias están invitadas a participar en actividades educacionales diseñadas para despertar curiosidad e inspirar crecimiento. Además de las actividades de aprendizaje, disfrute de consejos e información útil para las familias. Disfrute de la pintura de caras, comida, música, un brincolin , un zoológico de mascotas, hora del cuento, y actuaciones de los estudiantes - ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas!

Visite la página web Summer Extravaganza para obtener más información e inscríbase para asistir. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

⏰ Share Your Thoughts on Middle School Start Times

Attend a forum to hear about adolescent sleep research from an expert, learn about FCPS’ ongoing middle school start times study, and participate in small group discussions. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Breakout sessions will be held for middle school students to share their voices. Students are encouraged to attend! 

Register by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m., virtual forum. 
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School. 

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

May

14 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

15 - Grades 3 - 6 Reading SOL

17 - Grade 5 Science SOL

     - West Fest @ 5:30 p.m.

22 - Grades 3 - 6 Math SOL

27 - No School for Students/Staff - Memorial Day

June

5 - Band/String Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

6 - Field Day  (K-2 9-12 p.m., Gr. 3-6 12:15 - 3:15 p.m.)

12 - Last Day of School - 2 hr. Early Release (1:30 pm)

     - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 9:30 a.m.

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Afternoon Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having a wonderful weekend.

Tomorrow marks the first day of Teacher Appreciation Week!  We are so fortunate to have such an amazing staff at Westgate, and we look forward to showing them how much they mean to us this week.  Special shout out to our incredible PTA who has planned a very special schedule of events to show our teachers how grateful we are to have them supporting our awesome students.

As a reminder, we have our spring Chorus Concert this Wednesday, May 8, at 6:00 p.m.  We look forward to hearing our talented singers show off all they have learned this school year.  Thank you to Ms. Schubert and Ms. Jennelle for all of their leadership with our chorus students this school year.  

There are many upcoming events and opportunities to get involved, especially with our PTA.  Please see below for the exciting things we have planned, and ways to connect with our community as we finish out the school year.  As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and have a wonderful week ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Teacher Appreciation Week - May 6-10

Many hands make light work. We need your help to show our Westgate. Teachers and Staff just how much we appreciate them! Signup links below!

• Monday, May 6th- Sign up here to bring a breakfast food item or give of your time during the breakfast. 
• Wednesday, May 8th - Sign up here to donate a snack food item for the Roving Snack Cart, or give of your time to deliver snacks.

May PTA Meeting- May 14th

Join us Tuesday, May 14th for the PTA meeting at 6pm in the library. Ms. Demetriades will share highlights from the year and we will hold our elections for next year's PTA Board. 

For those who need to participate virtually, please use this Zoom link (Meeting ID: 920 5943 1149 and password: wolves)

Panera Bread Fundraiser

Pick up dinner at Panera break on May 13th from 4-8pm at the 8365 Leesburg Pike Vienna VA location and support Westgate. Do not forget to mention the fundraiser in the store or use code when ordering online: FUND4U

Rising Kindergarten Playdates

Do you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten at Westgate in the Fall? Join us Sunday, May 19 from 4-5:30pm at the Westgate Elementary School Playground. Come out and meet other new students and their families for our upcoming playdates. PTA members will be on hand as well to answer any questions you may have. Please help spread the word.

Other Playdates include:

• Friday, June 14, from 4 p.m. until 5: 30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground
• Sunday, July 21, from 5 p.m. until  6:30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground

Westgate - We Need You! 

Do you love Fallfest and the yearly Volleyball game? Do your students enjoy after school programming or the PTA sponsored assemblies? Then we need you! 

In order to keep these amazing programs going and more we need an active PTA board. Westgate needs you to consider joining the PTA board as we are still in search of nominations for many positions including but not limited to President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and more! 

Interested in learning more? Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] and we can share more about different roles. 

Without your support or engagement we will not be able to have a PTA board which is integral for continuing all these activities. Board nominations due by May 10th.

West Fest - May 17

Please join Westgate Elementary School for our spring event, West Fest!

A group of Young Scholars and student leaders in 5th and 6th grade have been working all year on creating a community event that celebrates the diversity in our community and builds a sense of belonging. This event will take place on May 17th from 5:30 - 7:30. At West Fest, taste some of our community's favorite dishes, watch performances of our talented students, play games, and participate in a variety of activities! We hope you will join us! 

In order for this event to be a success, we need your help. Please consider signing up to: 

Volunteer 

Bring one of your family's favorite foods

Perform

Order School Supplies Online!- Due June 25

The PTA is once again offering online school supply ordering. These kits are exactly what teachers have requested for next year. It's one stop, easy shopping for our community. You order online and in the fall the supplies will be shipped to the school and the PTA will deliver them to your child's classroom. This is not a fundraiser, just a courtesy to our community. Deadline is June 25th. Order today!

Order Online: here

School Code: WES461

Rising Longfellow MS - Important Dates

Jump Start Registration Now Open!

Jump Start registration is now open on myschoolbucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5th – 6th or session 2 – August 7th – 8th.  

Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at [email protected]

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

May

8 - Chorus Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

14 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

15 - Grades 3 - 6 Reading SOL

17 - Grade 5 Science SOL

     - WestFest @ 5:30 p.m.

22 - Grades 3 - 6 Math SOL

27 - No School for Students/Staff - Memorial Day

June

5 - Band/String Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

6 - Field Day

12 - Last Day of School - 2 hr. Early Release (1:30 pm)

     - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Afternoon Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having a fantastic spring week! 

We have many upcoming events and celebrations as we finish out the school year, so please pay close attention to our school, and classroom newsletters, over the next few weeks so you don't miss out on anything.

Special thanks to our PTA and everyone who joined us at last week's Staff Volleyball game.  Not only did we win the match, but we had so much fun hearing and seeing our community cheer us on.  We are so fortunate to have such a supportive group of students who exude so much school spirit.  Go Wolves!

As a reminder, there will be no school next Friday, May 3, in observance of Orthodox Greek Friday.  Please ensure you have made alternate arrangements for your student on that day.

As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and have a wonderful weekend ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Spring Book Fair -Thank You

Thanks to everyone who supported our book fairs this year through purchases, donations, and volunteer hours. With money earned through the book fairs, we have been able to get more books to Westgate readers and add new books to the library collection.  It is wonderful to see students excited about reading new books at home and in our school library. 

Michelle Scherbenske & Caroline McNabb

Rising Kindergarten Playdates

Do you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten at Westgate in the Fall? Join us Sunday, May 5 from 4:00-5:30pm at the Westgate Elementary School Playground. Come out and meet other new students and their families for our upcoming playdates. PTA members will be on hand as well to answer any questions you may have. Please help spread the word.

Other Playdates include:

• Friday, June 14, from 4 p.m. until 5: 30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground

• Sunday, July 21, from 5 p.m. until  6:30 p.m. at the Westgate Elementary School Playground

Teacher Appreciation Week - May 6-10

Many hands make light work. We need your help to show our Westgate. Teachers and Staff just how much we appreciate them! Signup links below!

• Monday, May 6th- Sign up here to bring a breakfast food item or give of your time during the breakfast. 
• Wednesday, May 8th - Sign up here to donate a snack food item for the Roving Snack Cart, or give of your time to deliver snacks.

Panera Bread Fundraiser

Pick up dinner at Panera break on May 13th from 4-8pm at the 8365 Leesburg Pike Vienna VA location and support Westgate. Do not forget to mention the fundraiser in the store or use code when ordering online: FUND4U

Westgate - We Need You! 

To ensure the success of planned events we need parent and family volunteers. We want you to be involved with us and need your help to ensure items like Fallfest, BINGO, Teacher Appreciation, Spirit Wear and so much more can continue.

This year we were fortunate to have board members that represented students in all grades (except for 3rd) and we want parents' voices from all grade levels. Please consider investing your time and talent into your child's experience at Westgate Elementary. Thank you to everyone that contributed either on the board or through events and activities to help make this year a successful return to the school building! Special thanks to Jessi Papapietro for stepping in mid year to ensure the after school programs were an option for our children this spring.

Please look out for information that will be coming soon in Tuesdays folders and upcoming PTA communications with more details about the roles on the board as well as event chairs and committee coordinators. You can also reach out to any member on the board to learn more! Please share your time and talents. Email [email protected]

Order School Supplies Online!- Due June 25

The PTA is once again offering online school supply ordering. These kits are exactly what teachers have requested for next year. It's one stop, easy shopping for our community. You order online and in the fall the supplies will be shipped to the school and the PTA will deliver them to your child's classroom. This is not a fundraiser, just a courtesy to our community. Deadline is June 25th. Order today!

Order Online: here

School Code: WES461

West Fest

Please join Westgate Elementary School for our spring event, West Fest!

A group of Young Scholars and student leaders in 5th and 6th grade have been working all year on creating a community event that celebrates the diversity in our community and builds a sense of belonging. This event will take place on May 17th from 5:30 - 7:30. At West Fest, taste some of our community's favorite dishes, watch performances of our talented students, play games, and participate in a variety of activities! We hope you will join us! 

In order for this event to be a success, we need your help. Please consider signing up to: 

Volunteer 

Bring one of your family's favorite foods

Perform

Rising Longfellow MS - Important Dates

Spring Open House – April 30,, 2024

We cordially invite all our Rising 7th & New FCPS families to our Spring Open House on Tuesday, April 30th from 6:30-7:30pm. During this time, you will have an opportunity to tour LMS and ask any questions you may have to prepare for the 23-24 school year. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Jump Start Registration Now Open!

Jump Start registration is now open on myschoolbucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5th – 6th or session 2 – August 7th – 8th.  

Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at [email protected]

WestFest - May 17

A group of Young Scholars and student leaders in 5th and 6th grade have been working all year on creating a community event that celebrates the diversity in our community and builds a sense of belonging. This event will take place on May 17th from 5:30 - 7:30. At WestFest, taste some of our community's favorite dishes, watch performances of our talented students, play games, and participate in a variety of activities! We hope you will join us! 

In order for this event to be a success, we need your help. Please consider signing up to: 

Volunteer 

Bring one of your family's favorite foods

Perform

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

May

3 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday 

8 - Chorus Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

14 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

15 - Grades 3 - 6 Reading SOL

17 - Grade 5 Science SOL

     - WestFest @ 5:30 p.m.

22 - Grades 3 - 6 Math SOL

27 - No School for Students/Staff - Memorial Day

June

5 - Band/String Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

6 - Field Day

12 - Last Day of School - 2 hr. Early Release (1:30 pm)

     - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

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Order a 2023-24 Yearbook - Deadline April 19 

Yearbooks for the 2023-2024 school year are currently on sale! If your child is interested in having this memory, you can purchase a book online for $16.00, with options to add-on other packages. You can use the link and school code below. The deadline for ordering a yearbook is Friday, April 19th.

Online Website: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com

Online Code: 14414124

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Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Afternoon Westgate Families,

I hope this finds you having a fantastic spring week! 

The wait is finally over!  Our annual staff volleyball game against Freedom Hill ES is THIS Friday, April 19 at Marshall HS.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:00 p.m.   See below for details on how you can pre-order tickets, pizza, and spirit items for the game.  *Please note that pre-order sales end tomorrow, April 18 at 6:00 p.m.*  This event is always a great time and many of our teachers both play, and volunteer, at the game.  So, bring the entire family for a fun evening of volleyball and unbeatable school spirit!

Also, tonight (April 17) and tomorrow (April 18) are Ledo Pizza Fundraiser nights for Westgate. A percentage of all sales when you mention "Westgate" will come directly back to our PTA.  So, take a night off of cooking and order or dine in at Ledo Pizza instead!

As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and have a wonderful rest of your week!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Ledo's Pizza Fundraiser- April 17 and 18

Who doesn't love pizza night? Head to Ledo's pizza (7510 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA) on April 17th and/or 18th and make sure you mention WESTGATE! A percentage of the sale from both nights will go to the Westgate PTA. You may even catch other Westgate families!

Westgate Volleyball Game- April 19

Don't miss out on one of the best nights of the year where Westgate staff play Freedom Hill in a volleyball game. Game will happen at Marshall High School Gym. Doors open at 6:30 and game starts at 7pm. Head to our store here  to pre-order tickets, pizza and some amazing spirit items. Pre-order sales end at 6pm on Thursday, April 18th. Tickets will be available at the door and cash is encouraged! 

(Note, everyone 5 and over needs a ticket to attend the event).

Don't forget to wear Westgate colors (red and blue) and even bring signs to support our team. And a bonus is that any Westgate student who brings a sign or poster to the event will be entered into a drawing to be librarian for part of a day! Go Wolves!

Also if you are interested in volunteering to help at this event, you can sign up here.

Order a 23-24 Yearbook - Due April 19

Yearbooks for the 2023-2024 school year are currently on sale! If your child is interested in having this memory, you can purchase a book online for $16.00, with options to add-on other packages. You can use the link and school code below. The deadline for ordering a yearbook is Friday, April 19th.

Online Website: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com

Online Code: 14414124

Picture Day Volunteers - April 22

Westgate is looking for 1 to 2 volunteers for picture day on Monday April 22nd from 8:40-3pm. Interested in volunteering? Please contact the main office at 703-610-5700.  

Spring Picture Day - April 22

Students will be having spring pictures on Monday, April 22.  You can pre-order at mylifetouch.com and Westgate's Picture ID is EVTKNPMTM.  Hard copies of the order form were sent home in your child's Tuesday folder.  

Rising Longfellow MS - Important Dates

Spring Open House – April 30,, 2024

We cordially invite all our Rising 7th & New FCPS families to our Spring Open House on Tuesday, April 30th from 6:30-7:30pm. During this time, you will have an opportunity to tour LMS and ask any questions you may have to prepare for the 23-24 school year. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Jump Start Registration Now Open!

Jump Start registration is now open on myschoolbucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5th – 6th or session 2 – August 7th – 8th.  

Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at [email protected]

WestFest - May 17

A group of Young Scholars and student leaders in 5th and 6th grade have been working all year on creating a community event that celebrates the diversity in our community and builds a sense of belonging. This event will take place on May 17th from 5:30 - 7:30. At WestFest, taste some of our community's favorite dishes, watch performances of our talented students, play games, and participate in a variety of activities! We hope you will join us! 

In order for this event to be a success, we need your help. Please consider signing up to: 

Volunteer 

Bring one of your family's favorite foods

Perform

Spring Buy One Get One Free Book Fair - April 15 - 19

The Spring Buy One Get One Free Book Fair is coming soon! For each book that you buy, you get another for the same price FREE! Students will visit the book fair to make wish lists and may make purchases during the week.

• Spring Book Fair April 15 - 19
• Family Shopping Night is Wednesday, April 17 from 3:30 - 7:00 Stop by to shop with your student! Remember to visit the teacher wish lists to build our classroom libraries.
• Book Fair Website Visit our site for information and to set up ewallet accounts.

eWallet

Give students a secure, cash-free way to shop by setting up an eWallet account. There is no charge to set up an eWallet. Parents simply create an account on the website and authorize a spending limit on their credit card. You can set up an eWallet for your student’s teacher as well!

Volunteer

Volunteers are needed to make this event a success! Parent volunteers help with everything from setting up the fair to working the cash register to helping shoppers find books. Use the Book Fair Sign Up to help out.

Offer Your Feedback: School Health Services Satisfaction Survey April 15 - 26, 2024

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) School Health Services invites parents/guardians of FCPS students to participate in a survey requesting feedback on the level of satisfaction with School Health services provided to the school community.

FCHD employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in FCPS. To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians who interact with the school health rooms. The survey will open on April 15, 2024 and will remain open until April 26, 2024. The survey should take approximately five minutes to complete.

Submit your survey.

Westgate - We Need You! 

To ensure the success of planned events we need parent and family volunteers. We want you to be involved with us and need your help to ensure items like Fallfest, BINGO, Teacher Appreciation, Spirit Wear and so much more can continue.

This year we were fortunate to have board members that represented students in all grades (except for 3rd) and we want parents' voices from all grade levels. Please consider investing your time and talent into your child's experience at Westgate Elementary. Thank you to everyone that contributed either on the board or through events and activities to help make this year a successful return to the school building! Special thanks to Jessi Papapietro for stepping in mid year to ensure the after school programs were an option for our children this spring.

Please look out for information that will be coming soon in Tuesdays folders and upcoming PTA communications with more details about the roles on the board as well as event chairs and committee coordinators. You can also reach out to any member on the board to learn more! Please share your time and talents. Email [email protected]

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

April

15 - 19 - BOGO Book Fair

17-18 - Ledos Pizza PTA Fundraiser

19 - Staff Volleyball Game @ Marshall HS - 7:00 p.m. **Doors open at 6:30 p.m.**

22 - Spring Picture Day

May

3 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday 

8 - Chorus Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

14 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

15 - Grades 3 - 6 Reading SOL

17 - Grade 5 Science SOL

     - WestFest @ 5:30 p.m.

22 - Grades 3 - 6 Math SOL

27 - No School for Students/Staff - Memorial Day

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter

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Good Morning Westgate Families,

It's been another fantastic week here at Westgate! Our classrooms have been buzzing with enthusiastic learning and our students continue to grow as we finish out the last couple months of the school year.

As a reminder, our annual staff volleyball game against Freedom Hill ES is NEXT Friday, April 19 at Marshall HS.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:00 p.m.  See below for details on how you can pre-order tickets, pizza, and spirit items for the game.  It is always a great time and many of our teachers both play, and volunteer, at the game.  So, bring the entire family for a fun evening of volleyball and unbeatable school spirit!

Lastly, we have started a new recognition program called "Pack Praises."  Your child may have come home over the last week or two and showed you a Pack Praise they earned for following the Westgate Way.  Students follow the Westgate Way by respecting themselves, respecting others, and respecting property.  Students can be recognized at any time throughout the school day, and in any classroom setting.  We share students names on the morning news show and so far it's been a huge success!  

As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Westgate and have a fantastic weekend ahead!

All my best,

Hallie Demetriades

Principal 

Westgate Volleyball Game- April 19

Don't miss out on one of the best nights of the year where Westgate staff play Freedom Hill in a volleyball game. Game will happen at Marshall High School Gym. Doors open at 6:30 and game starts at 7pm. Head to our store here  to pre-order tickets, pizza and some amazing spirit items. 

(Note, everyone 5 and over needs a ticket to attend the event).

Don't forget to wear Westgate colors (red and blue) and even bring signs to support our team. Go Wolves!  

Also if you are interested in volunteering to help at this event, you can sign up here.

Ledo's Pizza Fundraiser- April 17 and 18

Who doesn't love pizza night? Head to Ledo's pizza (7510 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA) on April 17th and/or 18th and make sure you mention WESTGATE! A percentage of the sale from both nights will go to the Westgate PTA. You may even catch other Westgate families!

Order a 23-24 Yearbook - Due April 19

Yearbooks for the 2023-2024 school year are currently on sale! If your child is interested in having this memory, you can purchase a book online for $16.00, with options to add-on other packages. You can use the link and school code below. The deadline for ordering a yearbook is Friday, April 19th.

Online Website: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com

Online Code: 14414124

Spring Picture Day - April 22

Students will be having spring pictures on Monday, April 22.  You can pre-order at mylifetouch.com and Westgate's Picture ID is EVTKNPMTM.  Hard copies of the order form were sent home in your child's Tuesday folder.  

Spring Buy One Get One Free Book Fair - April 15 - 19

The Spring Buy One Get One Free Book Fair is coming soon! For each book that you buy, you get another for the same price FREE! Students will visit the book fair to make wish lists and may make purchases during the week.

• Spring Book Fair April 15 - 19
• Family Shopping Night is Wednesday, April 17 from 3:30 - 7:00 Stop by to shop with your student! Remember to visit the teacher wish lists to build our classroom libraries.
• Book Fair Website Visit our site for information and to set up ewallet accounts.

eWallet

Give students a secure, cash-free way to shop by setting up an eWallet account. There is no charge to set up an eWallet. Parents simply create an account on the website and authorize a spending limit on their credit card. You can set up an eWallet for your student’s teacher as well!

Volunteer

Volunteers are needed to make this event a success! Parent volunteers help with everything from setting up the fair to working the cash register to helping shoppers find books. Use the Book Fair Sign Up to help out.

Westgate - We Need You! 

To ensure the success of planned events we need parent and family volunteers. We want you to be involved with us and need your help to ensure items like Fallfest, BINGO, Teacher Appreciation, Spirit Wear and so much more can continue.

This year we were fortunate to have board members that represented students in all grades (except for 3rd) and we want parents' voices from all grade levels. Please consider investing your time and talent into your child's experience at Westgate Elementary. Thank you to everyone that contributed either on the board or through events and activities to help make this year a successful return to the school building! Special thanks to Jessi Papapietro for stepping in mid year to ensure the after school programs were an option for our children this spring.

Please look out for information that will be coming soon in Tuesdays folders and upcoming PTA communications with more details about the roles on the board as well as event chairs and committee coordinators. You can also reach out to any member on the board to learn more! Please share your time and talents. Email [email protected]

Kindergarten Registration 

Do you have, or know of a rising kindergartener scheduled to come to Westgate next year?  All students that turn five by September 30, 2024 are eligible to attend Kindergarten this fall.  Please spread the word that registration is underway as we are excited to meet our newest Wolves.  Please consider registering asap since our staffing reflects the number of registered students.  Registration information for kindergarten and new students can be found on our website here.

SOL Dates - 3rd - 6th Grade Students

Please note that students in 3rd - 6th Grade take end of year SOL tests.  We ask that you avoid scheduling out of school appointments and vacations during the testing window.  The following are our tentative SOL dates.  If you you have any questions or concerns please reach out to your child's classroom teacher or our School Testing Coordinator, Ally Gilmore.  Thank you for ensuring a smooth testing window for your child.

SOL Testing Dates:

• Wednesday, May 15 – Grades 3-6 Reading
• Friday, May 17 – Grade 5 Science
• Wednesday, May 22 – Grades 3-6 Math

Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders for Westgate

Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.  

• There are NO left hand turns allowed in, or out of, Kiss & Ride during arrival or dismissal.  
• There are NO illegal u-turns allowed in front of the school on Magarity Road.  Please enter kiss and ride from the correct side (towards rt. 7) and follow the traffic pattern, as we've witnessed both student and staff safety being compromised too often. 
• Please ONLY cross your child at the dedicated cross walk (with police officer).  Crossing you children at any other location is not safe.
• There is NO parking on either side of Magarity Rd. right in front of the school.  Please do not park in these areas.
• Cars are not permitted in the bus loop between 8:20 - 9:00 a.m. and between 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.  

Our number one priority at Westgate remains student safety.  Thank you for adhering to these very important safety reminders.  Please note that the Fairfax County Police Department will be closely monitoring this situation.

Join the PTA Today! 

Our PTA is amazing and we would love you to join and be part of this great community of Westgate families! Signing up is easy and you can help us reach our membership goal by signing up today! You can sign up here.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Zones of Regulation 

This year we are excited to have implemented the program, Zones of Regulation at Westgate school wide.  This program teaches students how to name their emotions and build strategies to help manage them.  Emotions are categorized by blue, green, yellow, and red and each color represents a state of alertness.  The green zone is the calmest and a place where we are ready to learn.  You can find out more by clicking this here (English) or here (Spanish).

Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

April

15 - 19 - BOGO Book Fair

17-18 - Ledos Pizza PTA Fundraiser

19 - Staff Volleyball Game @ Marshall HS - 7:00 p.m. **Doors open at 6:30 p.m.**

22 - Spring Picture Day

May

3 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday 

8 - Chorus Concert @ 6:00 p.m.

14 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

15 - Grades 3 - 6 Reading SOL

17 - Grade 5 Science SOL

     - Community Engagement Event @ 5:30 p.m.

22 - Grades 3 - 6 Math SOL

27 - No School for Students/Staff - Memorial Day

7500 Magarity Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043  | Main Office: 703.610.5700

Attendance: 703.610.5757 | Web | Twitter