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Important Dates
May 20: 3- Hour Early Release
May 25-27: Holiday -- No School
June 17: Last Day -- 2 Hour Early Dimissal
FCPS 2025-2026 Standard School Year Calendar
Student Survey Form
Dear GBW Families,
Although the beginning of the next school year may seem far away, we are already planning for classroom assignments for the 2026-2027 school year. To assist in this process, each year we like to provide families the opportunity to share information about their child by completing the Student Survey. Your feedback will be shared with the entire committee (principal, assistant principal, classroom teachers, counselors, support staff & specialists) when we collaboratively make our class placements.
Please note that we do not accept requests for a particular teacher.
When our committee makes our class placements, we will use a complex set of data including academic needs, social / emotional / behavioral needs, teacher feedback, and will also include parent feedback from this form. Our commitment to the community is that we will read and consider this feedback when making class placements so that we ensure all students are successful next year.
Please complete the Student Survey Form by no later Thursday, May 21st, 2026. Any feedback received after this date will not be used in our class placement meetings.
Thank you,
Mr. Blount and Mrs. Odom
Principals
6th Grade Panoramic Photo
Parents and students can order the 6th Grade Panoramic Photo for $17 by bringing either cash or check (payable to Greenbriar West ES) to the front office by Friday, May 22nd. Please note the student’s name and teacher’s name on the check memo line.
Homeroom Class Photo
We have a limited amount of class photos for sale for $10. Please bring either cash or check (payable to Greenbriar West ES) to the front office. First come, first serve.
FCPS Caters to Food Allergies
May is Food Allergy Awareness Month
The FCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to safe and nutritious school meals. Since 1 in 13 children in the U.S. has a food allergy, FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school.
To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs.
Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a safe menu for students.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders
The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents/guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.
NOTIFICATION OF TESTING AND RETEST PERMISSION FORM
State Assessments, Grades 3-6
Dear Parents and Guardians:
Students in grades 3-6 participate in state assessments each year. State assessments measure how students are learning grade level standards. Format and timing of state assessments vary by subject and grade level. The Standards of Learning (SOL) tests include mathematics, science in grade 5, and reading standardized tests, with an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component in grade 5.
More information about these assessments can be found on the webpage: SOL Tests in Elementary and Middle Schools (https://www.fcps.edu/node/42716). The Grade Level Tests webpage (https://www.fcps.edu/node/50045) outlines the division testing schedule for required assessments at each grade. School staff will contact you with the specific dates your student is scheduled to take spring SOL tests.
The state allows some elementary students who fail a spring SOL test to have another attempt before the end of the school year. Retests are not offered for the integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. Parent/guardian permission is required for the school to retest any student in grades 3-6. A decision not to allow retesting will not impact your student’s course grade or academic record.
If you believe your student would benefit from a second opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and skills on the spring SOL test, submit your decision using the Parent Digital Consent application (https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent). This application uses your SIS ParentVUE login. If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE Account, you may complete and return the form below to the school to give permission for retesting.
If you have questions about state assessments or about SOL retesting, contact your student’s teacher or the school test coordinator, Charlotte Quigley.
Testing Dates:
3rd Grade
Reading:
Math
4th Grade
Reading:
Math
5th Grade:
Reading:
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IRW: Wednesday, March 18th
- Wednesday, May 6
Math
Science:
6th Grade:
Reading:
Math
Algebra:
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Snack Sign-up
Please consider donating snacks for students at Greenbriar West Elementary! These snacks are kept in classrooms and with our counseling staff to help support students who don't have a snack during the school day.
Greenbriar West ES: GBW Snack Donations 25-26.
Thank you for your support!
Community Outreach
Chantilly Math Competition
Prizes + Free Pizza
Monday, May 18 4:30pm-8:30pm
4201 Stringfellow Road
Chantilly, VA 20151
Free to register for students in grades 3-8
Please scan the QR code above.
More info at: chantillymath.com
Summer Art Camp
Location: Chantilly High School
Dates:
Mixed Media: June 29 - July 3
Sculpture: July 6 - 10
Time: 9am - 3pm
Eligible Students: Grades Rising 2nd - 6th
Cost: $325/per student/per week
Sign-up: QR code above
Questions:
gemull@fcps.edu
dvkennedy@fcps.edu
Jr. Chargers
Summer Camp
Join us for a 4-day summer camp filled with dancing, crafts, games, and more! Open to current grades K-6. No dance experience required! Register today using this link or scan the QR code on the flyer:
https://forms.gle/yLQg4FrSqEqF3DfQ7
Dates and Times: July 6th-9th, 9AM to 1PM
Place: Chantilly High School
Cost: $200 per camper
- All campers will receive a Jr. Chargers t-shirt
- Daily crafts and snack provided
- Final performance on Thursday 7/9
Questions? E-mail coach Katherine at chantillydancers@gmail.com
Calendar Webpage:
https://www.fcps.edu/calendars
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