GBE Happenings - May 29, 2026

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Two young students work together at a library table, interacting with an Ozobot robot on a printed coding track map.

 

Students strengthen their collaboration and problem-solving skills as they work together to code and navigate Ozobots on unique paths.


Calendar Reminders 

  • Wednesday, June 3 - All GBE Library Books Due 
  • Monday, June 8 - 6th Grade Promotion, Chantilly High School, 6:30
  • Thursday, June 11 - Spring Concert, Rocky Run Middle School, 6:00 
  • Wednesday, June 17 - Last Day of School - Early Release

SOL Retakes Schedule Change

Due to scheduling adjustments, we have changed the dates for our SOL retake tests. Please review the updated testing dates below, and thank you for your flexibility.

  • Wednesday, June 3 - 5th Grade Science and 6th Grade Reading Retakes
  • Thursday, June 4 - 3rd-6th Grade Math SOL Retakes
  • Friday, June 5 - Makeups for any missed retakes

6th Grade Promotion - June 8 

We are excited to celebrate our 6th grade students as they mark this important milestone and prepare for middle school!

Our 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony is on Monday, June 8, in the auditorium at Chantilly High School. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the ceremony will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.

We look forward to recognizing our students' accomplishments and sharing this special evening with our families.


Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance

It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer. 

If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.


Third Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt Encourages Active Family Fun

Puzzle Pal with a bike

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt, and it kicks off in only three weeks!

This free event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.

New this year: The school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku! Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!


PTA News & Notes

PTA Meeting - Thursday, June 4

PTA Meeting with PTA Logo

 

Our final PTA meeting of the school year is on June 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the GBE Library. Along with looking back at a fantastic year, we will also be holding our official GBE PTA elections to choose next year's leadership team. Come for the community, stay for the treats and drinks. We hope to see you there! 



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