Dear Flower Valley Community,
I hope you are all doing well. It has been wonderful to have all of our students back in the building! :) This upcoming week is our annual International Night at Rockville High School. All of the details are below. This is one of my favorite events as we come together to celebrate the wonderful diversity of our entire community. I hope to see everyone there!
You may have heard from your child that the building is cold in certain areas. The air conditioning was turned on this past week, so layers are recommended. Just be sure to label all clothing items in case something ends up in the Lost and Found.
I am in the process of scheduling a principal chat with the community. This will be to provide an update about current happenings and to hear from you about how everything is going. There will also be an open forum time for questions and future topics of discussion. The tentative date is May 14th from 9:30-10:15AM. Please let me know here if you plan to attend and if virtual or in person would work better for you. I am looking forward to this opportunity to come together and chat.
Wishing you peace,
Dr. Fish
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In May we will celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month. It is a time to recognize the ways Jewish people have contributed to US culture and history. For the first two weeks of May during our morning announcements, we will learn about some famous Jewish Americans such as Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Barbie Doll Founder Ruth Handler and blue jean inventor Levi Strauss. We will identify several Jewish holidays and traditions and take a peek at some ways Jewish members of our staff embrace their culture.
We’re excited to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month at Flower Valley this May! Each week during our morning announcements, we’ll highlight members of our amazing staff as they share stories about their culture, childhood, and personal experiences. We’ll also spotlight influential AANHPI figures who have made a lasting impact in their communities and beyond. To help students connect with and appreciate these diverse cultures, we’ll be providing themed coloring pages and engaging activities throughout the month. Additionally, we’ve put together a special playlist of read-aloud books you can enjoy with your child. Take a moment to tune in together:
YouTube Playlist – AANHPI Heritage Month Books
Let’s celebrate, learn, and grow together!
International Night
Calling All Field Day Volunteers
Ladder of Accountability
Parent Input for Next Year: Due May 9th
Important Testing Update - Planning for Spring Testing
Information for Incoming Kindergarteners
- Tours and Information Evening
- Kindergarten Registration
- Transition Day
PTA Corner
Save the Date: Calendar of FVES and PTA Events
Calling All Volunteers! :)
Parent Handbook
Please join us in celebrating the cultural diversity of our school community at Flower Valley’s International Night and Art Expo. It will be on Monday, April 28th at 6:30 pm in the Rockville High School Auditorium. All students will sing songs from around the world. Families are encouraged to bring a dish to share and a display board telling us about your culture. Please see the linked Google Form and flyer for more information. We are looking forward to sharing this wonderful evening with you.
We are getting ready for our spring Field Days. Mr. Taubman is seeking volunteers. If interested in volunteering, please click the following links: K-2 Volunteer SIgn-up and 3-5 Volunteer Sign-up. The dates for Field Day are listed below.
May 16th (3rd-5th grades)
May 20th (k-2nd grades)
Rain Dates - 5/27 and 5/28
With the end of the current school year quickly approaching, thoughts turn to the placement of students in classes for the next school year. Your child’s current teachers will bring all they know about your child’s individual needs and capabilities to the placement decision, as we complete a thorough articulation process for each and every student. Parental input is also valued in the process, and this form can be used to provide the school with such information. In addition, this form will be passed on to your child’s new teacher(s) in the fall.
It should be noted that this form is not a teacher request form. Flower Valley Elementary School does not honor specific teacher requests in our process for class placement.
Please complete and submit this form no later than Friday, May 9th for each current grade K-4 child if your child will be returning. Enrollment information for incoming kindergarten students will be a separate process. Further confidential concerns may be emailed to Dr. Fish at Angie_L_Fish@mcpsmd.org.
If you have a child who will be entering kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year, Flower Valley will be providing multiple opportunities for school tours at the dates and times noted below.
May 2 8:00-8:30am
May 6 4:00-4:30pm
June 5 8:00-8:30am
June 5 4:00-4:30pm
We will also host an information evening on Thursday, August 21 (6:00-7:30) where families can visit the kindergarten classes and meet all of the teachers prior to the start of school. We will be reaching out to families of incoming kindergarteners enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year later in the spring to provide details about school tours, kindergarten play dates, and the kindergarten information night event.
If you have an incoming kindergartener, now is the time to register, as we are actively planning for next year. Online registration for kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year opened on Monday, Feb. 3. Children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2025 are eligible to register. Registration will be online through the ParentVUE portal. Families that are new to MCPS will need to create a ParentVue account here. For more information about eligibility and the registration process, visit the MCPS Kindergarten Enrollment webpage or contact your local elementary school. Please share this information with anyone who you know will have a kindergarten student next year. Make sure to scroll down on the enrollment page and enroll for the correct school year (2025-2026). If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Sintetos at 240-740-1780 or email her at Catherine_A_Sintetos@mcpsmd.org.
Save the Date: Aug. 25, 2025—Student Transition Day
Scheduled for Monday, Aug. 25, 2025, Student Transition Day is a new non-instructional full day designed to support students transitioning to new school levels or schools by fostering a sense of belonging and preparedness.
This full day will welcome students entering kindergarten, Grade 6 and Grade 9, and those new to MCPS schools, ensuring that they receive a positive first experience with staff and other students. Schools will share individual messaging to welcome students with their communities. Parents and guardians are asked to fill out this brief survey to provide additional input for Student Transition Day.
Note: The first day of school for all students is Tuesday, Aug. 26.
-FVES PTA has organized a two-night restaurant night at Paisano’s Rockville! Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 and Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 from 11:00am-10:00pm at 891 Rockville Pike G, Rockville, MD in the Wintergreen Plaza. Don't forget to mention FVES when ordering To place an order by phone, call (301) 309-1400
https://rockville.paisanospizza.com/ordering/home
Thank you for supporting FVES and the FVES PTA!
-The Flower Valley Elementary School PTA is hosting its annual FUNDrive to raise funds for our students — and we need your help to hit our goal of $1,000!
Community Collection Day:
Saturday, May 3rd
9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Flower Valley Elementary School – 4615 Sunflower Drive, Rockville, MD 20853
We’re collecting gently used items including: clothes and accessories, household textiles, small household goods, and books and media. Please see flyer for further details!
- Our next PTA Meeting is Wednesday, May 7th from 6:30pm-8:00pm. ALL parents are welcome! (Non-members and members). We hope to see you there!
-Save the date for Sunday, May 18th from 2pm-5pm for the annual FVES PTA Carnival at FVES. There will be games, music, inflatables, and delicious treats. The Carnival will also feature the themed Class Basket Raffle and a Silent Auction with LOTS of great items to bid on.
-We will have volunteer opportunities for parents, and volunteer times for middle and high school students to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours – please check out the event volunteer sign up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45AAAC23AAF8C07-55987845-fves#/
Spring Individual and Class Pictures: April 28th
International Night: April 28th, 6:00-8:30PM
PTA Sponsored SAVERS Donation Drive: May 3rd, 9:30-1:00PM
Field Days: May 16th (3rd-5th grades) & May 20th (k-2nd grades) Rain Dates - 5/27 and 5/28
PTA Sponsored Carnival: May 18th, 2-5:00PM
Spring IM Concert: May 19th, 7:00PM
5th Grade Promotion: June 12th (Students arrive at 5:00; program begins at 5:30PM.)
5th Grade Fun Day: June 13th
Parent and caregiver volunteers support the overall success of Flower Valley. We welcome volunteers and are truly grateful for the ways you support our school each and every day. Some volunteer opportunities include serving as a mystery reader in class, sharing information about your career or hobby via a class presentation or visit, supporting lunch and recess, chaperoning field trips, supporting in-school events, and so much more! If any of our families have a speciality in coaching or soccer, we would also welcome your support with our students during their recess soccer games.
If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, please see the information below and contact Mrs. Atanda at Jennifer_T_Atanda@mcpsmd.org. Volunteer clearance lasts for 3 years. Many volunteers who completed the training upon returning to in person learning three years ago need to complete the training again.
Flower Valley Elementary School
Be bright! Be kind! Be you!
We inspire all children to become critical thinkers who are imaginative, adaptable, and collaborative. We strive to cultivate peaceful, life-long learners who contribute positively to the community around them.
Email: Angie_L_Fish@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/flowervalleyes/
Location: Flower Valley Elementary School, Sunflower Drive, Rockville, MD, USA
Phone: 240-740-1780