What's Happening Mount Eagle

May 29, 2026

A Message from Ms. Kirkland

Dear Families,

Welcome, June! It’s hard to believe we are entering the final weeks of another wonderful school year.

A special thank you to our PTO for hosting our first school dance in several years! Students had a fantastic time dancing, playing games, and spending time together with friends. It was wonderful to see so much joy and school spirit, and we appreciate everyone who helped make the event such a success.

As we enter the last days of the school year, please continue to help your child arrive at school on time each day. Our students are still engaged in meaningful learning, celebrations, and end-of-year activities, and being present helps ensure they have the energy and opportunity to enjoy these special final days with their classmates and teachers.

A few important dates to remember:

Field Day: June 9
Last Day of School: June 17
- Students will be dismissed at 1:30 PM

Thank you for your continued partnership throughout the school year. We are looking forward to making these final weeks memorable, meaningful, and fun for all of our students!

Warmly,

Kate Kirkland, Principal

Now Hiring: Substitute Instructional Assistants for the 2026–2027 School Year for Mount Eagle | Apply Now

Mount Eagle is seeking individuals who can provide continuity of instructional teaching as a substitute instructional assistant. Able to inspire, enable and empower students to meet high academic standards. The position offers:

✔ Flexible schedule
✔ Make a difference in your local community
✔ Great for people with a passion for teaching/assisting students

Join our team and support student learning!

Apply today! For details, visit the FCPS Substitute Employment Website. When applying, search “Substitute” and select the Edison pyramid posting.

New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1

On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cellphone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.

This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell.

High school students will no longer be able to use cellphones and personal devices during lunchtime. More details are available on the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage.

Other SR&R Changes for the 2026-27 School Year

Visit the FCPS website or the School Board agenda to learn about additional updates, including:

Added guidance and procedures for in-school and out-of-school suspensions and discipline investigations, including supports for students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
Expanded guidance and standardized disciplinary procedures (“Universal Grade Matrices”) related to harassment, hate speech, discriminatory behavior, and Title IX reporting requirements.
Responses to incidents involving intimate images, fighting, physical aggression, object throwing, and drug policy violations.

Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services

Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.

PTO Events & News

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

PTO Meeting: We will have our final PTO meeting of the year at 6:00 pm in the Mount Eagle Library. Spanish interpretation is available. We will hold our election for PTO officers for the 2026-27 school year, and we will be joined by our state delegate to the Virginia General Assembly. This is a great opportunity to share issues that are important to our school community with Richmond.