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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Last week, the Lemon Road PTA hosted STEM assemblies for each grade level.  These were hands on, connected to curriculum, and a huge hit for all our students.  Thank you to all our families and staff who regularly support our PTA for these amazing opportunities.  

On Friday, our students and staff dressed as Storybook Characters for our monthly Freaky Friday celebration.  There was so much creativity and joy on display!  Also Friday was our Quarter 3 Principals Coffee.  The topic was on safeguarding our children when using the internet and the event was hosted by Mrs. Straw & Mrs. Argodale.  Thank you to everyone who came out!  

Over the weekend, I attended the Sixth Grade All County Choral Festival.  Lemon Road had 10 sixth graders participate with Mrs. Carlin and Ms. Scarboro.  They learned and rehearsed 10 songs under the director Christopher Fox alongside 6th graders selected from other FCPS elementary schools.  Also exciting for 6th graders, I chaperoned a trip to Longfellow Middle for our students planning to attend middle school there this week.  It was great to see what our students have to look forward to.  

Finally, we are looking ahead to next year.  Please be sure every family has let us know if you are returning to Lemon Road next year using the link below.  For any parent that wishes, the opportunity to provide Parent Input for 2025 - 2026 Class Placement will be available today through April 30.  

Thank you, we look forward to seeing our lions back on Wednesday! 

 

Parent Reminders

• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Drop off your written or printed recipes in the Recipe Box by the front door at school, or email them to Mrs. Busch – [email protected].
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress.
• Students can log into Varsity Tutors through Schoology for free tutoring services.   

Kindergarten Orientation Tomorrow Advanced Academics Updates

Parents or guardians can initiate the screening process for Advanced Academics by submitting the AAP School-Based Services Referral Form to Avery Straw, our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher (AART) by April 15, annually. If you’ve referred your child for full-time services, completing this form is not necessary - students are automatically referred. The AAP School-Based Services Referral Form may be found here or by searching “AAP Forms” at https://www.fcps.edu/. Parents or guardians who submit a referral will be notified by the local elementary school of their student’s eligibility status by early June.  Lemon Road AAP information can be found on our school webpage here.  

Celebrate Earth Day

Supervisor Palchik, in partnership with the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, is hosting a Providence Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 5th from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Graham Road Community Building, 3036 Graham Road, Falls Church. 

This family-friendly event will offer giveaways, food and ice pops and opportunities to connect with neighbors, explore eco-friendly initiatives, and support local vendors.  Family-friendly activities include lamb-mowing, interactive craft stations, mobility garden, and other educational opportunities.  

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children. 

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

LRES PTA News

Spring Break is almost upon us but there are some important things to do first!

• Make sure your rising Kindergartener is registered to start school this Fall and that you have it on your calendar to attend the K orientation on April 1st - don’t have a rising kindergartener? Help us spread the word to those that do!
• Our Spring Fair and Raffle will be on April 26th. This is the biggest PTA event of the year and is a whole day of fun for the whole family! Please sign up to help here and buy your tickets and raffle tickets at the early bird price! Pre-sale prices close on April 22nd!
• LRES goes to DC United on May 3rd - our annual spring/summer trip to see our local soccer team is back! Tickets are on sale now so buy now and don’t miss out on this fun event!

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• • School Start Times Survey
  • Science Fair Winners
  • Celebrating Champion Students and Staff

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Tuesday, April 1:  In Person Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 - 10:30 AM)
• Wednesday, April 4:  Caccavale & Doble Probability Fair (2:15 PM)
• Thursday, April 3: PTA Board Meeting
• Monday, April 7:  B Week
• Tuesday, April 8: LRES Volunteer Breakfast (8:15 AM)
• Friday, April 4: Grade 6 Field Trip to Philadelphia; Kindergarten Field Trip to Lego Discovery Center; Sharron Lyons Retirement Celebration (3 PM)
• Wednesday, April 9:  Month of the Military Child - Purple Up Day; SCA Officer Meeting (2:15)
• Thursday, April 10:  3v3 Basketball Tournament 
• Friday, April 11:  LRES Polo Day; SCA Meeting (8:25); 
• Saturday, April 26: PTA Spring Fair
• Saturday, May 3:  LRES goes to DC United

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar 

FCPS 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

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Principals Coffee - Join us Friday!

Join Lemon Road staff, administrators, and our PTA for our Quarter 3 Principals' Coffee focused on Digital Citizenship at home and school for our students & families.  We will gather in the library at 8:15 and refreshments will be served.  Hope to see parents/guardians there!

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

WOW!  Friday night was awesome.  Thank you to all our families who volunteered, made donations, or attended the annual basketball game.  It was a ROARING success!  

Our 5th & 6th grade spring dance was so much fun on Monday.  It is incredible to see our students have fun, dance, eat snacks, and just enjoy being together.  Thank you to our SCA sponsors Ms. Deal & Ms. Benson and our SCA Officers for this opportunity.

Last week, our 1st graders shared their research projects with classmates and families.  Thank you for joining us and hearing our students share their hard work.  Our Eco Defense Squad held their 2nd free SWAP of the year.  It was great to see families work together to reduce, reuse, and recycle rather than throwing items away or purchasing new.  

This week, each grade level will have a STEM Assembly hosted by our generous PTA.  This will be the 2nd assembly for the year for each grade.  They are trying something new and offering a unique experience for each grade to ensure it is hands-on and interactive for all our lions.  This is an example of your PTA dollars at work!  Check out next week's newsletter to see photos!  

Parent Reminders

• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Drop off your written or printed recipes in the Recipe Box by the front door at school, or email them to Mrs. Busch – [email protected].
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress.
• Students can log into Varsity Tutors through Schoology for free tutoring services.   

Kindergarten Orientation Critical & Creative Thinking LRES PTA Updates

• THANK YOU to everyone who came out and supported the Basketball Game! It was a great night! Special thanks must go to our amazing staff for playing, the wonderful Band and Chorus students, our SCA Board students, our PTA committee leads Utpal Shah, Rachael Moorhead and Caitlin Gaffey and all the incredible volunteers without whom these events would not be possible - thank you!!
• Our next PTA Meeting is on March 26th at 7pm - this meeting will be virtual and is open to all! Our Guest Speaker will be Sophia Fazel from Tysons-Pimmit library discussing literacy support and programs throughout Spring and Summer! Hope to “see” you there. 

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Student Achievements
• Art in our Schools Month
• Celebrating Students Setting Positive Examples

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, March 24: Grade 6 STEM Assembly (8:30); 5th Grade STEM Assembly (9:30); 4th Grade STEM Assembly (10:30)
• Tuesday, March 25: Grade 1 STEM Assembly (8:30);  5th Grade Chorus (8:30 AM); Kindergarten STEM Assembly (9:30)
• Wednesday, March 26:  5th Grade - IRW Test; 6th - Longfellow Orientation (9:30 AM);  3rd Grade Ancient Greece Museum (2 PM); PTA Virtual General Meeting (7 PM)
• Thursday, March 27: Grade 2 STEM Assembly (8:30); Grade 3 STEM Assembly (9:30); 6th Grade Chorus (2:15 PM)
• Friday, March 28: End of Quarter 3; Freaky Friday - Storybook Character Day; Principal’s Coffee (8:15 AM); All County Chorus Rehearsal (All Day); Grade 6 Advanced Math Probability Fair (2 PM)
• Monday, March 31:  Eid al-Fitr Holiday (No School)
• Tuesday, April 1:  In Person Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 - 10:30 AM)
• Thursday, April 3: PTA Board Meeting
• Friday, April 4: Grade 6 Field Trip to Philadelphia; Kindergarten Field Trip to Lego Discovery Center
• Wednesday, April 9:  Month of the Military Child - Purple Up Day
• Saturday, April 26: PTA Spring Fair

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar 

FCPS 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

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LRES Staff Basketball Game

The Lemon Road staff are really excited for the basketball game tomorrow night!  Thank you to our staff playing, the students who are participating in the event, and our PTA for all their organization.  See below for a few reminders:

1. There are no physical tickets.  Those that purchased tickets in advance will give their name(s) upon entry at Marshall High School.  A list of families who purchased tickets will be printed at the tables. 

2. Tickets may be purchased at the door.  At Marshall High School, it will cost $10 per person.

3. No child may attend the event without a responsible adult in attendance for the full event.  No child will be allowed to enter the event without an adult.  Parents may not drop off or wait in the parking lot.  An adult may bring multiple children, but must be responsible for the children before, during, and after the event in person. 

Thank you for making this one of the most fun events of the year!

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Congratulations to all the Lemon Road artists who had work featured at the Marshall Pyramid Art Show last week!  It was great to see so many families and proud artists visit our section and receive certificates from Mrs. Norton.  Thank you for your support!

Last week, Lemon Road teachers hosted Family Engagement Events in Grades 2 and 5.  Our 2nd graders showed off their recent social studies units about the American Indian cultures.  The students worked together and were very proud of their finished projects.  5th graders shared their independent writing pieces related to their technology Benchmark Advance Unit.  I learned a lot visiting the classrooms Friday afternoon.  Thank you to all the family members who took time on Friday to visit with us. 

Tomorrow is an Early Release Monday.  Unless your child is staying for childcare or the Grade 5 & 6 Dance, they will be dismissed at 11:55.  

This week, our PTA is hosting another Dining for Dollars Night on Wednesday, March 19 at Plaka Grill.  Finally, the LRES Staff Basketball Game will be held at Marshall High School on Friday Night.  Doors open at 6:15.  Tip-off is 7:00 sharp so get their early to purchase refreshments and find a seat!  Who will win - Team Lemons or Team Lions?  Come cheer us on!  

LRES Parent Reminders

• Students who are fasting during the school day through March 28th can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.  Fill out this request form or visit the FNS webpage for more information. 
• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Drop off your written or printed recipes in the Recipe Box by the front door at school, or email them to Mrs. Busch – [email protected].
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Varsity Tutoring - Free

FCPS has partnered with Varsity Tutors to provide students with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services, at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.  All FCPS students automatically have access to these free resources when they log into Clever through Schoology.  For any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

PTA Updates

• Join us for lunch or dinner at Plaka Grill on March 19th and help support the PTA - dine in or take out all counts, just mention Lemon Road when you order!
• The annual Lemon Road Basketball Game is just a few weeks away on March 21st - sign up here to help out  and for the early bird ticket sales are open now!
• Join the planning committees for the Roaring Raffle and Spring Fair.  Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in helping plan or support these run events!

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Second Annual Food Show
• Cameras on School Bus Stop Arms
• Comprehensive Boundary Review Process Explained

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday. March 17: 🍀Early Release 11:55; 5th & 6th Grade Dance 
• Tuesday, March 18:  1st Grade Dental Presentations; Eco-Defense Squad Spring Swap Meet – Drop off 3:15 - 4:30; Shopping 4:00 - 5:30
• Wednesday, March 19:  Dining for Dollars @ Plaka Grill
• Thursday, March 20: Patrol Meeting (8:25 AM); Tornado Drill (9 AM)
• Friday, March 21: Full SCA Meeting; 1st Grade Quarter 3 Family Engagement Event (10:00); Basketball Pep Rally (2:30); LRES Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS (Doors Open 6:30 PM)
• Wednesday, March 26:  Grade 5 IRW Test Administered; Grade 6 Longfellow Middle School Orientation (AM Field Trip); Grade 3 Family Engagement Event (2:15 PM); PTA General Meeting (Virtual 7 PM)
• Friday, March 28: End of Quarter 3; Principals Coffee about Digital Citizenship and Online Student Safety (8:15 AM)
• Monday, March 31:  Holiday Eid al-Fitr (No School)
• Tuesday, April 1: Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 - 10:30 AM)
• Wednesday, April 9:  Month of the Military Child - Purple Up Day
• April 14 - 18:  Spring Break
• Saturday, April 26:  PTA Spring Fair

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

FCPS 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

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Individual & Club Photos Tomorrow

On Thursday, March 13 Victor O'Neill Studios will return to Lemon Road for individual photos, LRES club photos, and the Grade 6 Panoramic Photo.  If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing [email protected].

Individual Photos:

Any child new to Lemon Road will be photographed by the photographers next Thursday (March 13) for inclusion in the yearbook.  Parents may also click this link to request professional photos taken of any Lemon Road student the morning of March 13.  Any parent making this request should please let their teacher know so we ensure students have their photos taken.  

Club Photos:

For inclusion in the LRES yearbook, all students in the clubs below will have a group photo taken on Thursday, March 13.  Students must wear their LRES polo to be included in these photos.  Please take a moment to help your child find their polo in advance of Thursday.  If necessary, a child can put their polo over their clothes for the photo, but they need to bring it with them.  

Clubs: SCA Officers, SCA Classroom Representatives, Chorus, All County Chorus, Strings, Band, Patrols, Student Ambassadors, News Team, Trout Team, Eco Defense Squad

Grade 6 Panoramic Photo:

Each year, the entire Lemon Road 6th grade class and staff take a full group photo on the playground.  This photo will take place on March 13 in the afternoon.  This is a great keepsake of their time at Lemon Road.  To preorder a 6th grade photo, click this link!  

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

It is finally starting to feel like spring!  We are looking forward to a full week of school this week. 

Yesterday, Lemon Road had 5 teams compete at the Odyssey of the Mind Region 9 Tournament.  Their creativity and problem solving was on full display - see the photos throughout this newsletter.  One of our teams qualified to move on to the State Tournament in April!  Congratulations to all our students who participated, this was exciting!

Lemon Road has many students fasting due to Ramadan this month.  Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day through March 28th can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.  Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.  Fill out this request form or visit the FNS webpage for more information.  

On Monday, March 24, Lemon Road parents will receive a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the evaluation program and provides an opportunity to share feedback about our school’s leadership and environment.  The questionnaire will be open March 24 – April 4 and will be collected online. Thank you for your time and feedback!

Parent Reminders

• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Parents of 6th graders should subscribe to their middle school News You Choose to stay on top of middle school transitions and familiarize with middle school events! 
• Drop off your written or printed recipes in the Recipe Box by the front door at school, or email them to Mrs. Busch – [email protected].
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress.

Picture Day - Thursday

On Thursday, March 13 Victor O'Neill Studios will return to Lemon Road for individual photos, LRES club photos, and the Grade 6 Panoramic Photo.  If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing [email protected].

Individual Photos:

Any child new to Lemon Road will be photographed by the photographers next Thursday (March 13) for inclusion in the yearbook.  Parents may also click this link to request professional photos taken of any Lemon Road student the morning of March 13.  Any parent making this request should please let their teacher know so we ensure students have their photos taken.  

Club Photos:

For inclusion in the LRES yearbook, all students in the clubs below will have a group photo taken on Thursday, March 13.  Students must wear their LRES polo to be included in these photos.  Please take a moment to help your child find their polo in advance of Thursday.  If necessary, a child can put their polo over their clothes for the photo, but they need to bring it with them.  

Clubs: SCA Officers, SCA Classroom Representatives, Chorus, All County Chorus, Strings, Band, Patrols, Student Ambassadors, News Team, Trout Team, Eco Defense Squad

Grade 6 Panoramic Photo:

Each year, the entire Lemon Road 6th grade class and staff take a full group photo on the playground.  This photo will take place on March 13 in the afternoon.  This is a great keepsake of their time at Lemon Road.  To preorder a 6th grade photo, click this link!  

LRES PTA Updates

• Last chance to get your LRES Spirit Wear!  Sale prices and free shipping have been extended to March 9th so place your orders now!  
• Join us for lunch or dinner at Plaka Grill on March 19th and help support the PTA - dine in or take out all counts, just mention Lemon Road when you order!
• The annual Lemon Road Basketball Game is just a few weeks away on March 21st - sign up here to help out  and for the early bird ticket sales are open now!
• Join the planning committees for the Roaring Raffle and Spring Fair.  Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in helping plan or support these run events!

Eco-Defense Squad Spring Swap

The Eco-Defense Squad is hosting our 2nd Swap of the year on Tuesday, March 18.  No money may be exchanged, this event is intended to give opportunity to donate items in good condition and select gently used items that your family may enjoy!  You may drop off gently used items from 3:15 - 4:30 at Kiss and Ride then come "shop" from 4:00 - 5:30 in the cafeteria.

All FREE, Come join us!  Helping our community reduce, reuse, and recycle!

Summer of Learning and Fun

Registration will be available soon for summer camps offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore activities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps.

E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes. 

For more information, see the Summer Learning page.

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• A Strong Academic Foundation
• 70th Annual Regional Science Fair
• New Breakfast Options
• Preview Potential New Math Curriculum

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Sunday, March 9:  PTA Spirit Wear Sale Ends
• Monday, March 10: B Week;  6th Grade Coffee with Mr. Montas (8:30) 
• Tuesday, March 11: Grade 2 Dental Health Presentations; Grade 6 Art Museum Field Trip (Caccavale & Dickey-Dunn)
• Wednesday, March 12: Dinner at Plaka Grille
• Thursday, March 13: LRES Club Photos (polos please); Individual Student Photos; Sixth Grade Panoramic Photo (2:30); Marshall Pyramid Art Show
• Friday, March 14: Grade 2 Family Engagement Event
• Monday. March 17: 🍀Early Release 11:55; 5th & 6th Grade Dance 
• Tuesday, March 18:  1st Grade Dental Presentations; Eco-Defense Squad Spring Swap Meet – Drop off 3:15 - 4:30; Shopping 4:00 - 5:30
• Thursday, March 20: Patrol Meeting (8:25 AM); Tornado Drill (9 AM)
• Friday, March 21: Full SCA Meeting; 1st Grade Quarter 3 Family Engagement Event (10:00); Basketball Pep Rally (2:30); LRES Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS (7 PM)
• Wednesday, March 26:  PTA General Meeting (Virtual 7 PM)
• Monday, March 31:  Holiday
• Tuesday, April 1: Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 - 10:30 AM)
• Wednesday, April 9:  Month of the Military Child - Purple Up Day

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

FCPS 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

Attendance: 703-714-6464 or email | Health Rm.: 703-714-6410 | Web | Instagram 

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Picture Day - Thursday, March 13

On Thursday, March 13 Victor O'Neill Studios will return to Lemon Road for individual photos, LRES club photos, and the Grade 6 Panoramic Photo.

Individual Photos:

Any child new to Lemon Road will be photographed by the photographers next Thursday (March 13) for inclusion in the yearbook.  Parents may also click this link to request professional photos taken of any Lemon Road student the morning of March 13.  Any parent making this request should please let their teacher know so we ensure students have their photos taken.  Students may wear the outfit of their parents' choosing for this photo.  Your child's online gallery will be available approximately one week after picture day. If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing [email protected].

Club Photos:

For inclusion in the LRES yearbook, all students in the clubs below will have a group photo taken on Thursday, March 13.  Students must wear their LRES polo to be included in these photos.  Please take a moment to help your child find their polo in advance of Thursday.  If necessary, a child can put their polo over their clothes for the photo, but they need to bring it with them.  

Clubs: SCA Officers, SCA Classroom Representatives, Chorus, All County Chorus, Strings, Band, Patrols, Student Ambassadors, News Team, Trout Team, Eco Defense Squad

Grade 6 Panoramic Photo:

Each year, the entire Lemon Road 6th grade class and staff take a full group photo on the playground.  This photo will take place on March 13 in the afternoon.  This is a great keepsake of their time at Lemon Road.  To preorder a 6th grade photo, click this link!  

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

Attendance: 703-714-6464 or email | Health Rm.: 703-714-6410 | Web | Instagram 

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

This week was glorious to be outside at recess and even some physical education!  We are hoping these warm temperatures stick around.  Everyone had a great time on Friday dressing up for Decades Day!  The creativity was awesome.

Please check out the important dates below - Victor O'Neill Studios will be back in a few weeks for club yearbook photos.  We ask all students wear their polos for these photos, so be sure to have it ready.  

Parent Reminders

• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Parents of 6th graders should subscribe to their middle school News You Choose to stay on top of middle school transitions and familiarize with middle school events! 
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress.

Eco Defense Squad Cookbook

Drop off your written or printed recipes in the Recipe Box by the front door at school, or email them to Mrs. Busch – [email protected]. The Eco Defense Squad will take your recipe and type it into our digital cookbook. Please include the dish’s name, amounts of each ingredient, preparation steps, cooking time and temperature. Feel free to include a picture of the dish as well. Whether it’s sweet, savory, a bite or a whole meal, send your recipes our way!

PTA News

• Last chance to get your LRES Spirit Wear!  Sale prices and free shipping have been extended to March 9th so place your orders now!  
• The annual Lemon Road Basketball Game is just a few weeks away on March 21st - sign up here to help out  and for the early bird ticket sales are open now!
• Join the planning committees for the Roaring Raffle and Spring Fair.  Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in helping plan or support these run events!

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Summer Camps and Learning Opportunities in FCPS
• Supporting Academic Growth 
• Preparing for Tough Conversations With Your Child

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, March 3: A Week;  Grade 1 Speaking WIDA Testing
• Tuesday, March 4: PTA Board Meeting; WIDA Grade 2 Speaking Testing; Grade 6 Art Museum Field Trip; Grade 6 Eco Defense Squad
• Wednesday, March 5: Grade 4 Eco Defense Squad; SCA Officer Meeting
• Friday, March 7: Grade 5 & 6 WIDA Speaking Testing; Grade 5 Eco Defense Squad
• Sunday, March 9:  PTA Spirit Wear Sale Ends
• Monday, March 10: B Week
• Tuesday, March 11: Grade 2 Dental Health Presentations; Grade 6 Art Museum Field Trip
• Thursday, March 13: LRES Club Photos (polos required); Sixth Grade Panoramic Photo (2:30); Marshall Pyramid Art Show
• Friday, March 14: Grade 2 Family Engagement Event 
• Monday. March 17: Early Release 11:55; 5th & 6th Grade Dance 
• Friday, March 21: LRES Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS (7 PM)
• Wednesday, March 26:  PTA General Meeting (Virtual 7 PM)
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00 - 10:30 AM)
• Wednesday, April 9:  Month of the Military Child - Purple Up Day

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

FCPS 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Last week was COLD but full of learning at Lemon Road.  Our kindergarten classes celebrated the 100th day of school and the entire school showed up for our Annual Portrait of a Graduate Night.  Thank you to all the families that contributed to the Hall of Nations - it was an amazing international display of culture.  This year, our Eco Defense Squad hosted our first Chop Chef with staff and parent chefs competing for sweet and savory awards.  On display throughout the school was evidence of our students displaying their POG Attributes (collaborator, communicator, creative & critical thinker, ethical & global citizen, and goal directed & resilient individual).  Finally, there were a treasure chest of stations where families were able to explore these attributes together.  Thank you to all our students, staff, families & PTA members for this amazing community event!  

Friday is Decades Day!  Students and staff are encouraged to dress like their favorite decade and we will celebrate February birthdays! 

Parent Reminders

• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Parents can log in and view Quarter 2 Progress Reports.
• Parents of 6th graders should subscribe to their middle school News You Choose to stay on top of middle school transitions and familiarize with middle school events! 
• Registration for the Spring Girls on the Run 2025 program is open until February 23, for more information and to register please go to www.gotrnova.org.
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Counseling Corner LRES PTA Updates

We hope everyone had fun at the Portrait of a Graduate night - huge thanks to the staff and all the volunteers who made it possible!

• Eat out to help out - get dinner at Chicken Salad Chick on February 26th to help raise money for the PTA.  Mention Lemon Road when ordering both dine in and take out orders.  
• Order your Spring Spiritwear is now! Sale prices and free shipping have been extended to March 9th so place your orders today!  
• Sign up to help at the annual Lemon Road Basketball Game on March 21st.  Ticket sales are open now! 
• Join the planning committees for the annual Roaring Raffle and Spring Fair! We’d love to add some new faces and ideas.  Email us at [email protected]

Marshall HS STEM Night FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Middle School Start Times
• Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Grade Students
• New Lunch Items
• Talking to Teens About Tough Topics

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, February 24: B Week; 3-Hour Early Release 
• Tuesday, February 25: Grade 1 WIDA Testing
• Wednesday, February 26: 🚌Bus Evacuation Drill; Grade 2 WIDA Testing; 4th Grade Eco Defense Squad; Chicken Salad Chick Restaurant Night
• Thursday, February 27: Grade 3 & 6 WIDA Testing; 6th Grade Chorus 
• Friday, February 28: Freaky Friday: Decades Day; WIDA Testing; Marshall HS STEM Night 
• Monday, March 3: A Week;  Grade 1 Speaking WIDA Testing
• Tuesday, March 4: PTA Board Meeting; WIDA Grade 2 Speaking Testing; Grade 6 Art Museum Field Trip; Grade 6 Eco Defense Squad
• Wednesday, March 5: Tornado Drill; Grade 4 Eco Defense Squad; SCA Officer Meeting
• Friday, March 7: Grade 5 & 6 WIDA Speaking Testing
• Sunday, March 9:  LRES PTA Spirit Wear Sale Ends
• Thursday, March 13: Club Photos and Grade 6 Grade Level Photo
• Friday, March 21: LRES Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS (7 PM)
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; LRES Kindergarten Orientation

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Happy belated Valentines Day!  Last week at Lemon Road was filled with love, pancakes, volleyball, snow, and 100th day celebrations!  There was a lot to celebrate. 

There is no school tomorrow, but we look forward to seeing your children back on Tuesday.  Check out below for our parent reminders and have a great long weekend.  

Parent Reminders

• Let Lemon Road and FCPS know your school intentions for next year by clicking this link. 
• Registration for the 2025-26 school year is open!  Parents/caregivers may register their children online. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
• Parents can log in and view Quarter 2 Progress Reports.

• Registration for the Spring Girls on the Run 2025 program is open until February 23, for more information and to register please go to www.gotrnova.org.

• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Don't forget to purchase your 2024 - 2025 yearbook! Code: 26164
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Portrait of a Graduate Night - Thursday

Join Lemon Road teachers & staff and dive deeper into Portrait of a Graduate skills with fun games, activities, and a chance to see the attributes in action! We will have special events including a ‘Chop Chef’ showdown, student work on display, and the always popular ‘Hall of Nations’ where we invite families to share their heritage through displays, food, music, and more! Interested in participating in Hall of Nations?  Sign up at this link. We can’t wait to see you there!

Chop Chef Marshall High School STEM Night

Join Marshall High School students for STEM Night on February 28th, 6-8pm! Click here to RSVP.

LRES PTA Updates

• Planning is underway for the Staff Basketball Game, Roarin' Raffle and Spring Fair.  Whether you can help with support from home or joining the full committee, we would love help and want to add new faces and ideas to our teams - email us at [email protected] if you are interested in helping!
• Spring is just around the corner and the time to order your Spring Spirit wear is now! Sale prices and free shipping ends on February 23rd so place your orders soon. 
• Are you or your middle or high schooler able to help out at the PTA concessions table for Portrait of a Graduate night on February 20? Click here to sign up and help!

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Flu Prevention
• Students Spread Joy
• Investing in our Classrooms/Capital Improvement Plans

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, February 17: NO SCHOOL - Presidents' Day; A Week
• Tuesday, February 18: Grade 1 WIDA Testing; Kindergarten 100th Day Celebration
• Thursday, February 20: Grade 4 WIDA Testing; Patrol Meeting; IOWA Testing (Grade 6 Advanced Math); Portrait of a Graduate Night 
• Friday, February 21: Full SCA Meeting; Grade 1 Field Trip to the Alden 
• Monday, February 24: B Week; 3-Hour Early Release (Dismissal 11:55)
• Tuesday, February 25: Grade 1 WIDA Testing
• Wednesday, February 26: Grade 2 WIDA Testing; Bus Evacuation Drill
• Thursday, February 27: Grade 6 WIDA Testing
• Friday, February 28: Freaky Friday: Decades Day; Marshall HS STEM Night (6 - 8 PM)
• Friday, March 21: LRES Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS (7PM)
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

FCPS 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Thank you to all our families who joined either the first-grade classrooms for a math family engagement event or the fourth-grade PBL share in the cafeteria!  Both events had a fantastic turnout - even with a 2-hour delay.   On Friday, we welcomed Merrifield Orthodontics to share dental health lessons with our kindergarten and third graders.  We welcome another local pediatric dentist to visit with first and second graders next month.  

Lemon Road and FCPS are planning for next year.  Please help us by clicking this link to share your family's intention for the 2025 - 2026 school year.  Having accurate counts allows us to hire the best teachers and plan in advance.  

Looking forward to a great week! 

Parent Reminders

• Parents can log in and view Quarter 2 Progress Reports on SIS ParentVue.  Remember to download the app to your phone if you haven't already.
• Order your 2024 - 2025 yearbook. 
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 
• The Lemon Road tardy bell rings daily at 8:15 AM.  All students should be in school by 8:15 daily.

LRES PTA Updates

Please join us in taking some time over the next few weeks to show our staff some love - whether with an email, a card, some caffeine or even just a smile,  let’s spread some love and positivity this February & let the LRES team know how much we appreciate them!

• Our planning committees for the annual Basketball Game, Roarin' Raffle and Spring Fair are underway and we need your help! Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in helping plan or support these events!
• Join us (virtually) on Feb 12th to welcome back Mary Smith, local Parenting Coach, talking about how to help our children manage anxiety and build resilience. The meeting starts at 7pm and is open to all! The link to join is here https://meet.google.com/mhr-bywd-okj

Spotlight on Specials Save the Date: Portrait of a Graduate Night on February 20th

Come dive deeper into Portrait of a Graduate skills with fun games, activities, and a chance to see the attributes in action! We will have special events including a ‘Chop Chef’ showdown, student work on display, and the always popular ‘Hall of Nations’ where we invite families to share their heritage through displays, food, music, and more! Interested in participating in Hall of Nations?  Sign up by February 14th  at this link. We can’t wait to see you there!

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Proposed Budget Progress
• Apply for Dual Immersion and Magnet Lotteries
• Black History Month Event

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, February 10: B Week
• Tuesday, February 11: Kilmer Middle School Course Selection Class Visits
• Wednesday, February 12: Grade 4 Eco-Defense Squad; PTA Virtual Meeting (7 PM)
• Thursday, February 13: Victor O'Neill Candid Photographer in Building
• Friday, February 14: ❤️Valentine’s Day; 6th Grade Volleyball Tournament; First Grade100th Day Celebration
• Monday, February 17: NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day; A Week
• Tuesday, February 18: Kindergarten 100th Day Celebration 
• Wednesday, February 19: 
• Thursday, February 20: Patrol Meeting; IOWA Testing (Grade 6 Advanced Math); Portrait of a Graduate Night
• Friday, February 21: Full SCA Meeting 
• Monday, February 24:  3-Hour Early Release; B Week
• Friday, March 21: Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation 

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Thank you to all our parents, PTA, and especially the Ko family for the delicious staff luncheon to celebrate Lunar New Year on Friday!  It was a very special treat.  It was also really fun to see students and staff get into the "Matching Day" theme!  

We are officially in the 3rd quarter of the 2024 - 2025 school year.  Parents can log in and view Quarter 2 Progress Reports on SIS ParentVue beginning Tuesday.  Remember to download the app to your phone if you haven't already - very accessible and user-friendly.   

Thanks for all your support - looking forward to a great week!  

Parent Reminders

• Progress Reports will be available on ParentVue on February 4
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Specials Feature - Outdoor Ed LRES PTA Updates

We would like to thank the Ko Family for asking the PTA to partner with them and providing our stellar staff with an incredible Lunar New Year Lunch this Friday. It was incredibly generous and very much appreciated by all!

Seeing the staff’s reaction to the lunch reminded me just how much it means to our LRES team to hear from families about the positive impact their work has - so please join me in taking some time over the next few weeks to show our staff some love; whether with an email, a card, some caffeine or even just a big smile - let’s spread some love and positivity this February!

• Our planning committees for the Staff Basketball Game and Spring Fair are underway - we would love to add some new faces and ideas so email us at [email protected] if you are interested in helping!
• Join us (virtually) on Feb 12th to welcome back Mary Smith, local Parenting Coach, talking about how to help our children manage anxiety and build resilience. The meeting starts at 7pm and is open to all!

Girls on the Run

For girls in grades 3 - 6, Girls on the Run (GOTR) is coming back to Lemon Road! GOTR has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire girls in 3rd-8th grade to build their confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills including the important connection between physical and emotional health. Starting the week of March 3rd, the team will meet every Tuesday and Thursday after school.  The program culminates in a celebratory 5K at the end of the season! The standard program fee is $210 and includes lessons/practices, a t-shirt, GOTR giveaway, entry into the 5K, a 5K medal, and more. Financial assistance is available for anyone who needs it.

Registration for the Spring 2025 program is open February 3-23, and the season will run from the week of March 3 through May 19. For more information and to register please go to www.gotrnova.org. 

Kindergarten Registration and Planning for 2025 - 2026

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for Kindergarten Orientation hosted at Lemon Road the morning of April 1!  Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar. 💻 Try Online Registration

Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. Intention forms will be shared for current Lemon Road families really soon to help us plan for our staffing meetings.  

When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• FY 2026 Proposed Budget
• Student-Driven Lunch Menus
• Inclusion Awards Nominations

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, February 3: A Week
• Tuesday, February 4: Progress Reports on Parent Vue; 5th Grade Chorus (8:25); 6th Grade Eco-Defense Squad (12:30)
• Wednesday, February 5: 4th Grade Eco-Defense Squad (11:30); SCA Officer Meeting (2:15)
• Thursday, February 6: PTA Board Meeting; 1st Grade Family Engagement Event (12:00); 6th Grade Chorus (2:15)
• Friday, February 7:  4th Grade Family Engagement (8:45); Dental Presentations (K & 3)
• Monday, February 10: B Week
• Tuesday, February 11: Kilmer Middle School Course Selection Class Visits
• Wednesday, February 12: 4th Grade Eco-Defense Squad (12:30); PTA General Meeting (virtual)
• Thursday, February 13: Candid Photos with Photographer
• Friday, February 14: ❤️Valentine’s Day; 6th Grade Volleyball Tournament (8:20-9:55); 1st Grade Pancake Celebration (8:45); 100th Day Celebration in 1st (12:00); 5th Grade Eco-Defense Squad (12:15)
• Monday, February 17: NO SCHOOL - Presidents Day; A Week
• Thursday, February 20:  Portrait of a Graduate Night
• Monday, February 24:  B Week; 3-Hour Early Release
• Friday, March 21: Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Hard to believe that Tuesday marks the end of the 2nd quarter of the 2024-2025 school year!  Our students have learned so much in the first half of the year and we can’t wait to see all that our lions will accomplish in the second half. 

Wednesday is a student holiday/teacher workday for teachers to work on progress reports for the end of the 2nd quarter. 

We're looking forward to some warmer days next week, but please continue to send your child to school with appropriate winter clothing for outdoor recess.  For students to participate in outdoor recess and PE, please send them to school in sneakers or boots, crocs and similar footwear inhibit their ability to participate safely.  

Friday is our January Freaky Friday.  It is Matching Day - we encourage all students and staff to participate by matching one or more people with their clothes for the day.  Room parents will also connect with the teachers to be sure to celebrate January birthdays with a class treat!  

LRES Parent Reminders

• Progress Reports will be available on ParentVue on February 4
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

What's Happening in CCT Lessons? Counselor's Corner

We are celebrating our diverse Lemon Road community during the last two weeks of February through our weekly/bi-weekly grade level counseling lessons.

Please consider joining a few classes to share about your family culture.  Ideas to share include: celebrations, customs, cultural dress, cultural history, music, dance, art, games, geography, and language!  Presentations can take place in person (the library or room 125) or virtually through Zoom.  During a presentation, the school counselor will remain to support you and the class.  

Please see our sign-up HERE to share in your child’s classroom and consider coming early or staying to share with one additional group. We thank you in advance for supporting diversity at Lemon Road and look forward to learning about your wonderful culture.

Should you have any questions, please contact Erica McKinney: [email protected] or Rabia Ali: [email protected].

Thank you for your support!

Lemon Road PTA Updates

Thank you to all those who joined us for our first PTA meeting of 2025 and especially to our guest speaker Derrick Smith. The slide deck and information is available on MemberHub for all PTA members.  We also appreciate our families and staff that visited Basic Burger or &Pizza during our restaurant events.  These are small ways to help keep the PTA funded and supporting our school community.  

• Please help us with the upcoming Lunar New Year lunch for our amazing staff.  Thank you to the Ko Family for their generous donation making this lunch possible.    
• Planning committees for the annual LRES Staff Basketball Game and PTA Spring Fair are underway.  Each year we add new ideas through new members of each committee.  Please consider joining one of our planning committees to ensure both events continue to be successful!  Email us at [email protected] if you can help plan these events!

Virginia Student Assessment Summary for Families

This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year. 

Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE. 

The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.

Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you have not been able to attend an FCPS Community Boundary Review meeting yet, it’s not too late! The following virtual meetings will have the same format and information available as the previous in-person meetings:

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Click one of the dates above to register and receive your unique Zoom link. Each virtual meeting will be capped at 400 participants to help provide a meaningful experience for all. Language interpretation will be available. Learn about FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

Meeting Slide Presentation 

English Other languages coming soon.

Meeting Agenda

Arabic | Chinese | English | Korean | Spanish | Urdu | Vietnamese

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• SOL Score Reports
• Upcoming Budget Presentation
• Science Fair Judges Needed

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

Upcoming Important Events

• Monday, January 27: B Week
• Tuesday, January 28:  Kilmer MS Music Visit for 6th Grade 
• Wednesday, January 29:  Teacher Workday
• Friday, January 31: Freaky Friday: Matching Day; Staff Lunar New Year Celebration 
• Monday, February 3: A Week
• Tuesday, February 4: Progress Reports on Parent Vue; 5th Grade Chorus; 6th Grade Eco-Defense Squad
• Wednesday, February 5: 4th Grade Eco Defense Squad; SCA Officer Meeting
• Thursday, February 6: PTA Board Meeting; 1st Grade Family Engagement Event (12:00); Kindergarten & Grade 3 Dental Presentations
• Friday, February 7: Navy & Yellow LRES Spirit Day
• Thursday, February 20:  Portrait of a Graduate Night
• Friday, March 21: Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

It was an awesome full week back at school with our lions! Teachers and administrators took time reviewing our ROAR expectations and complimenting as we see students model their ROAR.  This week we welcomed two BYU student teachers into grade 2 with Mr. Raines and grade 5 with Ms. Hagy!  

Thank you to our PTA and all our parents that put on a delicious and generous welcome back breakfast on Friday!  Our teachers and staff had a great morning and many came back for lunch.  We appreciate your ongoing partnership! 

This week will be cold.  As a reminder, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat, hat, gloves, and sneakers or boots.  With the predicted weather, we will have a balance of indoor and outdoor recess.  Children will not be able to go outdoors with their class if wearing crocs or not wearing a warm coat.  We monitor the temperatures, precipitation, ground cover, as well as wind chill to make decisions about indoor versus outdoor play.  Visit Fairfax County’s website for Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips. 

Please note that Monday is Martin Luther King Day, so school will be closed.  We look forward to seeing our students back at school on Tuesday!

Parent Reminders:

• Support the Lemon Road PTA by stopping in Basic Burger at the Tyson's West location!  Use the code LEMON on the restaurant website for pick up, delivery, or order in person until January 22 and 20% of sales will go back to our PTA. 

• During winter months, send children to school dressed to go outdoors!  We recommend a warm coat, sneakers, hat, and gloves daily.
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Principals' Coffee Slide Deck

On Tuesday, the Lemon Road clinical team prepared a meaningful and informative presentation about student mental health, interpreting SEL screener results, wellness supports in school, and the importance of attendance.  SEL screener results are posted in ParentVue as well as other fall testing data.  Thank you Ms. McKinney, Mrs. Argodale, Ms. D'Elia, and Mrs. Moncrieffe for this presentation!    

LRES PTA Updates

Thank you to our amazing Hospitality Team and to everyone who supported our Staff Welcome Back Breakfast on friday including Panera and Starbucks!

• Baroody after school enrichment classes registration is extended until Sunday Jan 19th for the Winter session - check out what’s available and register here! 
• Last call to support Lemon Road at the Basic Burger Restaurant Week.  Use the code "LEMON" in-person or online at the Tyson's West location until January 22 and 20% will go back to the PTA.  
• Join us for our first PTA meeting of 2025 as we meet virtually on the 22nd at 7pm. Our Guest Speaker is Lemon Road parent Derrick Smith discussing safeguarding digital technology. All are welcome! Click here for the link to join!
• Join us at &pizza on Jan 23rd for our first restaurant night of 2025 - use the code LRES when ordering to donate 25% of your order back to the PTA!
• Calling all tee ball and baseball players!  Registration closes on February 1 for Falls Church Little League. Email [email protected] if you have any questions! 

Spotlight on the LRES Library Accessing Student Information in ParentVue

Access your child’s grades, test results, and share upcoming absences through SIS ParentVue. Learn how your ParentVUE account allows you to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.  Download the app to your phone for access at your fingertips 24/7!

Rising 7th Grade Kilmer Students Virtual Rising 7th Grade General Information Session

• Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
• Time: 5:00 p.m.
• Location: Live-streamed on the Kilmer M.S. website. The link will be shared closer to the event, and a recording will remain available on our website.

This virtual session will introduce Kilmer Middle School and provide an overview of curricular options for the 2025-2026 school year.

Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night Open House

• Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
• Time: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
• Location: Kilmer Middle School

During this in-person event, students and parents can speak with 7th grade teachers to learn more about course options, attend optional information sessions, and tour Kilmer Middle School.

FCPS News In Case You Missed It

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

• Superintendent to Present Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget 
• Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
• SIS ParentVUE End of Quarter Closure

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, January 20:  Holiday – MLK Day
• Tuesday, January 21:  A Week; Kilmer Music Presentation to 6th Grade; iReady Math Assessments begin
• Wednesday, January 22:  SCA Officer Meeting (2:25); PTA Board Meeting (3:15 – 4:15); PTA General Meeting (7 PM); Last Day of Burger Restaurant Week
• Thursday, January 23:  Patrol Meeting (8:25); &Pizza Restaurant Night
• Friday, January 24: Full SCA Meeting
• Monday, January 27: B Week
• Wednesday, January 29:  Teacher Workday
• Friday, January 31: Freaky Friday: Matching Day
• Friday, February 7: Navy & Yellow LRES Spirit Day
• Thursday, February 20:  Portrait of a Graduate Night
• Friday, March 21: Staff Basketball Game at Marshall HS
• Tuesday, April 1:  Teacher Workday; Kindergarten Orientation

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

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Principals' Coffee Tomorrow

Tomorrow morning (Tuesday) at 8:15 AM in the Lemon Road library, our clinical team will speak at our Quarter 2 Principals' Coffee.  The counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker will cover Interpreting SEL Screener Results, supporting your children with their mental health needs, and the importance of regular school attendance. These are critical topics for our parents and community!  Refreshments will be served and there will be time to ask questions to school staff and get updates from our amazing PTA. 

NEW Dining for Dollars Event

Support the Lemon Road PTA by enjoying dinner or lunch from Basic Burger at the Tyson's West location!  Use the code LEMON on the restaurant website for pick up, delivery, or order in person at 1495 Cornerside Boulevard in Vienna from January 14 - January 22 and 20% of sales will go back to our PTA. 

Check out the menu for burgers, chicken sandwiches, turkey burgers, fish sandwiches, hot dogs, beyond burgers, salads, sides, and more!   When ordering online or in person at the kiosk, be sure to click add promo code and enter LEMON before finishing checkout.  

Thanks for supporting your PTA! 

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

While we all enjoyed the snow, the Lemon Road staff is looking forward to a full week of school this week!  The end of quarter 2 is just around the corner and iReady testing begins this week for students in grades 3 - 6.  Hard to believe we are almost halfway through the school year. 

Please try and join our Principals Coffee this Tuesday.  This is a great way to connect with the administrators, PTA board, and members of our clinical team.  While we have topics prepared, we always welcome questions from our parents or community.  

Parent Reminders:

• During winter months, send children to school dressed to go outdoors!  We recommend a warm coat, sneakers, hat, and gloves daily.
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu.
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Quarter 2 Principals Coffee

This Tuesday at 8:15 AM in the library, our clinical team will speak at our Quarter 2 Principals Coffee.  The topics will be on Interpreting SEL Screener Results, supporting your children with their mental health needs, and the importance of regular school attendance. These are critical topics for our parents!  Refreshments will be served and there will be time to ask questions and get updates from our amazing PTA. 

LRES PTA Updates

Happy New Year! We hope you all had a fabulous winter break and were able to enjoy last week’s snow.

• On Jan 17th (rescheduled due to snow!) the PTA will host our annual “Welcome Back Breakfast” for all our amazing staff. Please sign up here to help with donations of food, money or (most precious of all!) your time! Thank you!
• Baroody after school enrichment classes are opening for registration until tonight for the Winter session - check out what’s available and register here! 
• Join us for our first PTA meeting of 2025 as we meet virtually on the 22nd at 7pm. Our Guest Speaker is Lemon Road parent Derrick Smith discussing safeguarding digital technology. All are welcome! Click here for the link to join!
• Join us at &pizza on Jan 23rd for our first restaurant night of 2025 - use the code LRES when ordering to donate 25% of your order back to the PTA!

• Calling all tee ball and baseball players!  Registration closes on February 1 for Falls Church Little League. Tee ball is free this season (ages 4-6) so a great chance for new players to try it! You can also sign up for a tee ball clinic in March to learn the basics! Registration for the clinics is separate from registering to play in the league, so make sure you sign up for both if you’re interested.  Assessments for players age 8 and up will be held February 15 & 22 at Meridian High School. Please email [email protected] if you have any questions! 

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• National Merit Commended Scholars
• Celebrating the Best of 2024 in FCPS
• Cell Phones Off, Learning On

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, January 13:  B Week; iReady Reading (grades 3 – 6) Testing
• Tuesday, January 14: Quarter 2 Principals Coffee (Attendance & Student Mental Health 8:15); iReady Reading Testing (grades 3 – 6) 
• Wednesday, January 15: SCA Officer Meeting
• Friday, January 17: PTA Welcome Back Breakfast (7:30); Grades 2 – 5 Field Trip to the Alden (9:30 – 11:30)
• Monday, January 20:  Holiday – MLK Day
• Tuesday, January 21:  A Week
• Wednesday, January 22: PTA General Meeting (virtual)
• Thursday, January 23:  &Pizza Restaurant Night
• Friday, January 24: Full SCA Meeting

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

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Welcome Back Lions!

We can't wait to welcome everyone back to school tomorrow after a long break!  Tomorrow is a 2-hour delay.  Doors will open at 10:05 AM.  Please do not drop your child off early as temperatures will be very cold and staff will not be outside to supervise.  

Parents of children taking the bus or walking to school, please remind children to stay off the roads while waiting for a bus and watch for ice on sidewalks or bus stops.  Buses should arrive at morning stops 2 hours later than the typical schedule.  While we hope everything is running on time, buses may be delayed.  Please be sure children have a hat, gloves, warm jacket, and proper footwear. 

Recess will be indoors tomorrow.  The playground, field, and blacktop are covered with snow.  Students may not play on school property (playground/field) before or after school without parental supervision.  Please remind older children and walkers that they must go home immediately after school. 

Students in grades 5 and 6 will not have specials tomorrow.  Fifth and sixth graders that typically bring an instrument on Fridays may leave them at home.  kindergarten - fourth grade students will have specials.  

Lunch will be served to all students at their typical time and dismissal will begin at 2:55 PM. While short, we look forward to a great day! ~ Mrs. Castillo

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

We hope that everyone is enjoying winter break!  Ms. Ulsh and I would like to take a moment to thank you for the ongoing support and partnership throughout this school year. The last week of December was filled with opportunities to give back to our staff:  hot chocolate and cookies, hosting class parties, and covering classes during our staff luncheon.  

We look forward to welcoming all of our students back in the new year on January 6 ~ refreshed and ready for new learning!  Mark your calendar for Tuesday, January 14.  Our school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker will be speaking at the Principals Coffee about school attendance and how to support your child with their mental health.  Join us beginning at 8:15 in the library for refreshments, good conversation, and bring your questions!  

Parent Reminders

• Dress your child for the winter weather!  Classes will go outside for recess and most days. 
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu!
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links to access Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain academic progress. 

Upcoming Winter Weather

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions. 

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be among the first to hear about weather delays and closings through emails and text messages! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.   

Spotlight on Art at Lemon Road PTA Updates

Thank you to everyone who supported our hot cocoa & cookies, volunteered at class parties or who covered classes for the December staff luncheon!  

• On January 8th the PTA will host our annual “Welcome Back Breakfast”. Please sign up here to help with donations of food, money or (most precious of all!) your time!  
• Baroody after school enrichment classes are opening for registration  for the Winter session - check out what’s available and register here! 

FCPS Boundary Study

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m. 

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

Virtual meetings will follow the same format as in-person meetings that were recently held and the same information will be shared. Stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, January 6: A Week; Three Kings Day/Epiphany
• Tuesday, January 7: Orthodox Christmas; Kilmer Music Visit to 6th Grade
• Wednesday, January 8: PTA Welcome Back Breakfast; iReady Reading Testing 3-6; PTA Board Meeting; SCA Officer Meeting
• Thursday, January 9: iReady Reading Testing 3-6; AVID Presentation to future Longfellow Students
• Friday, January 10: Polo Day; Full SCA Meeting
• Monday, January 13:  B Week; iReady Math Testing begins
• Tuesday, January 14: Quarter 2 Principals Coffee: Importance of Student Attendance & Connections to Mental Health (8:15 in the Cafeteria)
• Wednesday, January 15: Rising 7th Grade Longfellow Curriculum Night

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

We have one more FULL week of school for 2024.  Thank you for your partnership through all our school and PTA events this fall.  We are grateful for all our students and families.  Ms. Ulsh and I wish you a peaceful, fun, and relaxing winter break and look forward to learning and engagement in 2025.  

Parent Reminders:

• Dress your child for the weather.  Students will go outside for recess and some instruction most days. 
• All visitors must bring and scan a government-issued photo ID each time they visit school.  Arrive early to events to ensure time for parking and check in.
• Parents or loved ones who are volunteering on Friday who have already scanned their ID this school year may pre-register here to speed up the check in process Friday.  We anticipate heavy volunteer traffic Friday afternoon for class parties.  
• Check out the breakfast and lunch menu!
• Have your child log into Clever from Lemon Road Student Links and access both Lexia and ST Math from home to maintain their fall progress over winter break. 

Spotlight on Physical Education Successful Community Service Event

Thank you to all who contributed to our canned food drive and community service event!  Families may help organize and bag the donations after school on Tuesday in the library.  Families of sixth graders, this is an opportunity to earn service hours.  Email the PTA at [email protected] if you would like to help with the deliveries.

A huge thank you to the group of first grade boys who created flyers and collected donations throughout their community!  This was a huge and very successful undertaking!  The donations are being delivered to Kilmer Middle School's food pantry and SHARE of McLean to support local families.  

Eco Defense Squad Collection

Our Eco Defense Squad is collecting old fabric and blankets to be cut and sewn into blankets for a local animal shelter.  Drop off items in the lobby before winter break! 

Thank you LRES Musicians

Congratulations to our 4th, 5th, and 6th graders who performed at both the evening and daytime concerts last week.  The adult and student audiences were impressed by all you learned this fall!  Thank you to our music team:  Mrs. Carlin, Ms. Scarboro, Ms. Su, and Mr. Fogleson for their hard work and organization.  

LRES PTA Updates

Thank you to everyone who supported our Service Food Drive this year, and to the SCA, Eco-Defense Squad, staff members and students who have helped with the drive this year! Make sure to check out the PTA socials for updates next week as we deliver all the goodies you donated.

• The PTA is hosting a hot cocoa and cookies holiday treat for staff on Monday December 16th. We would love some extra helpers baking/buying cookies or other yummy treats - if you can help please email us at [email protected] or drop your treats to the lobby on Monday marked “Staff Cocoa & Cookies Treat”. Thank you!
• Class Winter Holiday Parties are Friday - please reach out to your Room Parent to ask how you can help!
• On January 8th the PTA will host our annual “Welcome Back Breakfast”. Please sign up here to help with donations of food, money or (most precious of all!) your time!  
• Baroody after school enrichment classes are opening for registration  for the Winter session - check out what’s available and register here! 

FCPS News ICYMI

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

• Course Selection for Middle and High School Students
• Boundary Review Updates (All FCPS Schools Included) 

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

Upcoming Important Dates

• Monday, December 16: PTA Hot Chocolate & Cookies for Staff; Baroody Winter Enrichment Registration Open
• Tuesday, December 17: Winter Staff Luncheon
• Wednesday, December 18: Chad Lehman Visits (Region 5 Executive Principal)
• Thursday, December 19: Patrol Meeting (8:25)
• Friday, December 20:  Freaky Friday - Pajama Day; Variety Show; Class Parties
• Monday, December 23 - January 3:  WINTER BREAK
• Monday, January 6: A Week
• Wednesday, January 8: PTA Welcome Back Staff Breakfast

FCPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

Attendance: 703-714-6464 or email | Health Rm.: 703-714-6410 | Web | Instagram