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Summer Office Hours \
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Our school main office will be open throughout the summer from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. We encourage you to call the office to make sure the person you wish to see is available. If you wish to return a laptop and/or charger please contact Mr. Decroo.\
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2026-2027 School Supply Lists \
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The updated grade K-6 school supply lists for the 2026-2027 school year are now available. \
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Families may preorder their child(ren)'s school supply kit through the PTA, now through July 15th. Order today at www.campussurvivalkits.com/powell
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Puma Press from Powell ES! \
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View the latest Puma Press, the weekly family and community newsletter from Colin Powell Elementary School. If you would like to view the pictures, click on "View it as a Web page" after the page opens.
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New ParentVUE Mobile App Launching July 28 \
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On Tuesday, July 28, a new ParentVUE mobile app will become available in the Apple and Google app stores. This new app provides parents and caregivers with a more secure sign-in. The current “classic” app will remain active for about six months.\
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FCPS News\
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07/24/2026
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Elementary School Limited Early Release Wednesdays for 2026-27 School Year \
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FCPS will continue with limited early release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number of early release Wednesdays has been reduced from eight to four days.\
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FCPS News\
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07/24/2026
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Features
Historical Marker Will Inspire Generations \
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June 24, 2025\
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Students, educators, community members, and friends and family of General Colin L. Powell gathered to unveil a new historical marker honoring General Powell’s legacy as an advocate for youth initiatives, trailblazing military leader, statesman, and longtime Fairfax County resident.
Colin Powell ES Recognized as a 2023 Purple Star School \
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July 29, 2024\
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Colin Powell Elementary School has been recognized as a 2023 Purple Star School as part of the Virginia Purple Star Designation Program. Purple Star Schools support our military families in many ways, positively impacting our military-connected students, both academically and socially. Read more about this recognition!
Ms. Senturia Recognized as the FCPS 2023 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher \
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June 15, 2023\
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Congratulations to Fourth Grade Teacher Laura Senturia on her recognition as the FCPS 2023 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 14th.
FCPS News and Features
(link is external) FCPS This Week - July 22, 2026 \
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In this issue, read about New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System, National Merit Scholarship Winners, and Boundary Changes for Skyview High School and Western Pyramids Approved by the School Board.
(link is external) FCPS Modernizing School Transportation with New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System \
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Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, every FCPS student will receive a student identification (ID) card as part of a divisionwide effort to modernize school transportation, improve communication with families, and strengthen student safety while traveling to and from school.
(link is external) Superintendent's Weekly Reflections \
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Dr. Reid writes about all the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This week, she visited the Credit Recovery Academy and Algebra Power Up programs at Oakton High School, the Young Scholars and SOAR programs at Dogwood Elementary School, shared good news, and more!
(link is external) Fairfax County School Board Approves Skyview High School and Western Pyramids Boundary Changes \
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The Fairfax County School Board unanimously voted to approve boundary changes for Skyview High School and western pyramid schools at its July 16 meeting. The changes, recommended by Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid, will take effect beginning with the 2027-28 school year.
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