Upcoming Dates
Tuesday, May 13 through Thursday, May 15- Book Fair
Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14- Breakfast with Buddies
Monday, May 19- 3--Hour Early Release Day
Monday, May 26- Memorial Day (No School)
2025-26 Class Placement
If you would like to provide Mr. Granieri and Mrs. Fant with feedback regarding your child's class placement for next school year, please email crossfieldplacement@fcps.edu . This email is only accessible by Mr. Granieri and Mrs. Fant.
2025-2026 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration will start soon for 2025-2026 school year.
If you have a child starting Kindergarten next school year, (DOB by 09/30/2020), please fill out the Online Intake Registration Form. https://crossfieldes.fcps.edu/student-services/kindergarten-and-student-registration
If you have any questions about the registration, please contact our SIA, Kristy Kim at kskim1@fcps.edu
Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC)
Call For The Arts Program
The MCEC Call for the Arts program invites military-connected children from all over the world, representing every branch of service, to share interpretations through art of what it means to be a military-connected child.
Since 2002, thousands of military-connected children have shared their personal experiences, their lives, hopes and dreams all through art.
Submissions will be accepted through April 30, 2025.
This contest is open to grades K-12 and will be divided into three categories.
- Grades K-5,
- Grades 6-8 and
- Grades 9-12.
Visit Call for the Arts for more contest details on what to do and to complete the Entry and Release form.
Winners will receive.
- An Amazon gift card,
- An invitation to attend the MCEC Global Training Summit (July 8-10, 2025) in Washington, DC,
- Accolades on MCEC’s social media, eNews, and website.
For more information on Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) military resources, please email militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is May 5-9th
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is May 5-9th. The PTO is working hard to pamper our wonderful Crossfield Teachers and Staff, and we can't do it without your help. Please consider donating an item from this list. Thank you so much for your help!!
Breakfast with Buddies & Spring Book Fair
May 13 - 15
Breakfast with Buddies is coming up on May 13 & 14! Students may invite a buddy for a donut, juice, and coffee breakfast before school in the cafeteria. We will tie in our spring book fair during the breakfast as well as during school (limited dates and times - see below). Sponsored by the Crossfield PTO.
- Tuesday, May 13, 8:15am - 9:00am (Last Name A-L suggested)
- Wednesday, May 14, 8:15am, - 9:00am (Last Name M-Z suggested)
- The book fair will only be open during the breakfast on May 13 & 14
If you have schedule constraints, feel free to register to attend either day. Mark your calendar & RSVP now!
The book fair will also be open Thursday, May 15 from 9am - 2pm for students to browse books and purchase with teacher permission.
Volunteers are needed to help make these favorite annual events happen! Please sign-up here to help.
Crossfield Preschool Opportunity
Crossfield Elementary will have community peers in our preschool program. Our students in the Early Childhood Special Education Program benefit from participation in activities with typically developing peers. Teaching preschoolers with delays and without delays in the same classroom offers young children a more stimulating environment, teaches skills for coping with different situations, and provides the opportunity to learn appropriate social skills. A limited number of community preschoolers (1-2 per class), ages 3 ½ - 5 years, will be invited to participate in our daily preschool activities.
All children learn through play. Intellectual growth occurs in a social context, influenced strongly by the quality of social interactions. The goal of this program is to encourage active learning and promote social interaction and acceptance through shared experiences between the community children and our preschoolers with special needs. If you are interested in this opportunity complete the interest form and return by April 11, contact Crossfield Elementary (703) 295-1100 or email Laura Noll (lenoll@fcps.edu) for further explanation of our program.
Crossfield PTO BOARD Open Positions—We Need You!
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The PTO is looking for volunteers to join the board or lead a committee next school year. Open board member positions are VP Communications and Co-VP Events.
If you're ready to play a more involved and hands-on role in supporting our awesome school and community, we want to hear from you today! Please email Co-Presidents Michelle Timberlake and Nicole White at President@CrossfieldPTO.org for more information. We need you!
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7th Grade Immunization Requirement
The Code of Virginia, (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14/section22.1-271.2/) , requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases. 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. Students who do not meet this requirement will be unable to start school in the fall.
If you have records of these Immunization, please submit them to Kristy Kim at kskim1@fcps.edu
Please update the School Public Health Nurse of any medical conditions that may impact your student’s school day.
Spring weather is here and with that comes spring allergies - it's that time in the year to start those allergy medications! Allergy symptoms can be difficult to differentiate between cold, flu, and COVID 19 symptoms. It is important to have seasonal allergies documented as a health condition so we know why your student is symptomatic and what symptoms he/she may present with.
 The resources listed here are provided for informational purposes only. They do not reflect recommendations or endorsements by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) or the FCPS Family Resource Center.
Tech Adventure Camp (Grades K-6)
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a weekly exploratory camp designed to give students the opportunity to explore Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas by rotating through daily classes. The camp is open to students in grades K-5 during the 2024-25 school year.
Classes are modeled after CTE program areas and include:
- Business and Marketing
- Family and Consumer Sciences
- Health and Medical Sciences
- STEAM
- Trades
Registration begins Monday, March 10 and ends Friday, June 6.
More information is here
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) Grades 2-5
E-IFTA is a vibrant weekly arts camp designed for elementary-aged students who love to sing, dance, act, and create! Each day, campers dive into four exciting classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts, led by passionate FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging experiences. Watch your child’s imagination soar as they explore their creativity, make new friends, and discover the joy of artistic expression!
Registration begins Monday, March 10 and ends Friday, June 6.
More information is here
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) Grades 6-11
The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a dynamic summer enrichment program that offers hands-on classes in visual arts, music, theater, and dance, culminating in an exciting showcase performance. Here, aspiring artists can explore their creativity and develop their unique voices in a supportive and inspiring environment!
More information is here
Registration begins Monday, March 10 and ends Friday, June 6.
SOL Testing Dates
Students in grades 3-8 participate in state assessments each year. These assessments measure how students are learning the state standards. Below is the current schedule for the spring Standards of Learning tests at Crossfield Elementary. More information will be provided as we get closer to the testing window.
- Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing
- Grade 5 Science
- Grades 3 – 6 Reading
- Grades 3 – 6 Math
- Make-up and retake (for identified students)
Volunteers are needed for Crossfield's Got Talent on Wednesday, March 19 at 6pm! Please consider assisting with concessions or clean up by clicking on the Sign-up Genius to volunteer.
Food Allergies: Form Required for Cafeteria
Starting School Year 2024-2025, the Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) implemented a standardized process for dietary accommodations to ensure the provision of safe and healthy food for our students. If your child will need a medical accommodation (food allergies, texture modifications, or other dietary needs) or a milk substitution in the cafeteria, this a reminder to submit your completed accommodation form if you have not already done so. This form only needs to be filled out once while your child is enrolled at FCPS. The completed form should be sent to dietary.forms.fns@fcps.edu. More information including the form can be found here: https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/food-and-nutrition/dietary-accommodations If you have any questions, please contact FCPS Food and Nutrition Services at: 703-813-4800
New Literacy Resource for Families
A new Literacy Resource For Families webpage has been published to provide families with information about how to support their children with developing literacy knowledge and skills at home. It provides valuable information about the reading and writing resources to be used at home, the VALLSS, Reading Plans, and training available through the Family Academy.
Tutoring Services
Varsity Tutors (Free)
Fairfax County Public Schools is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families 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.
In-Person Tutors for Hire
The FCPS Family Resource Center has created a list of available tutors, consisting of current FCPS employees with valid Virginia teaching licenses who are interested in tutoring outside their contracted school hours. Visit the Family Resource Page for more information or contact your Family Liaison, Simi Sitaram for a list of tutors.
Mark Your Calendars: 3-Hour Early Release Mondays
Don't forget! The following Mondays will have a 3-hour early dismissal:
Student Health Conditions
If your student has any health conditions that may affect his/her school day, please fill out the Health Information Form electronically in SIS ParentVUE or on paper and return to school. School forms can be found here: https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/school-health-services"
Attendance Reporting
FCPS started new Attendance Reporting using ParentVUE this school year. To report Absence, Late Arrival, or Early Release, you have options to use either ParentVUE or CrossfieldElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
These are the instructions when using ParentVUE:
- Select Date
- Input Student Name
- Input Parent Name
- Attendance Reason - select PRA- Report Absence
- Note - type in reason for absence, late arrival, or early release
When we receive your report, based on the reasons, we will mark Excused Absence (EXE), Excused Tardy (EXT), or Leaving Early (COU). After we accept, you will be able to view your child's attendance. Click the link to view an example:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gVz3e0opCQmQruq3k7y2wMFIvf4n7d4rIKNMrqr6mmE/edit?usp=sharing
If you have any questions, please contact CrossfieldElem.Attendance@fcps.edu or 703-295-1100.
Lunches
Click this link to see information regarding lunches, including payment methods.
Medications
Medications MUST be dropped off at Crossfield by a parent. Do not send your child to school with their medications. Our clinic aide, Ms. Deschene, will be available during Open House to receive medication. Our clinic is now room C102.
School Year Calendar
To assist with your planning, view the FCPS 2024-2025 standard school year calendar here. Any changes will be communicated as early as possible.
Back-To-School Supplies
Supply Lists for 2024-25 can be found here.
2024-25 Opt-Out Booklet
This booklet contains information regarding opting your child out of various content and applications at school. Parents can also use the Parental Digital Consent System accessible from this page.
Parent Vue
Access the FCPS secure solution for information about your child's attendance, class performance, demographic data, and more.
https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/student-information-system-sis/sis-parentvue/sis-parent-account
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