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Summer Office Hours: 10am to 2pm
June 19: School closed for the Holiday
July 3: School closed for the Holiday
July 30: Summer Library Hours, 5pm-7pm
August 18: Popsicles with Kindergarten 3pm Panda Park
August 18: Families will receive Teacher Welcoming Messages, 1pm-4pm
August 20: GBW Open House, 11:00am to 1:00pm
August 24: First Day of School
September 4: Friday Labor Day Holiday -- No School
September 7: Labor Day Holiday -- No School
September 9: Back to School Night, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Principals Summer Message:
Dear GBW Families,
As we close another wonderful school year at Greenbriar West Elementary School, we want to take a moment to celebrate the many accomplishments of our students and express our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make this year such a success.
First and foremost, congratulations to our students! Throughout the year, you demonstrated tremendous growth in your learning, built meaningful friendships, showed resilience when faced with challenges, and continued to develop the social and emotional skills that help you thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Students, we are especially proud of the way you embodied our Panda P.R.I.D.E. values by being Positive, Respectful, Inclusive, Dependable, and Engaged each day. Whether encouraging a classmate, showing kindness, celebrating differences, taking responsibility for your actions, or staying focused on your learning, you helped make Greenbriar West a welcoming and supportive place for everyone. Your academic achievements, strong character, and commitment to our school community are truly worth celebrating.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our teachers and staff. Their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to supporting every child have made a lasting impact on our students. From creating engaging learning experiences to providing encouragement, guidance, and care, our staff consistently go above and beyond to help students succeed.
Finally, thank you to our parents, guardians, and family members for your strong partnership throughout the year. Your support, involvement, and trust are essential to the success of our students and our school. Whether volunteering, attending school events, supporting learning at home, or staying connected with our staff, you play a vital role in making Greenbriar West such a special place.
Together, we have accomplished so much this year, and we are grateful for all that we have achieved as a school community. Students, staff, parents, guardians, and family members have worked collaboratively to support and strengthen our Greenbriar West mission:
At Greenbriar West Elementary School, we foster a kind, welcoming, and inclusive learning community where staff, students, and families work collaboratively, celebrate diversity, and strive for high expectations and academic excellence.
This mission comes to life each day through the collective efforts of our students, staff, and families, and this year was a wonderful reflection of those shared values.
We look forward to welcoming our students back in the fall for another year of learning, growth, and success.
Have a great summer, and we wish you and your family a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable break!
Sincerely,
Mr. Blount and Mrs. Odom
P.S. Please mark your calendars for our Open House event scheduled for Thursday, August 20th from 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.. Back to School Night is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9th 6:00 – 8:15 p.m.
Thank you Sally Bippert!!
Dear GBW,
As we approach the end of the school year, I would like to take a moment to recognize and celebrate someone who has been an integral part of the Greenbriar West community for the past 10 years. After a decade of dedicated service to our students, staff, and families, Sally Bippert, our office assistant, will be retiring. Her last day of work is today, June 18, 2026. For countless students, parents, staff members, and family members, Sally has been one of the first people they encountered when entering Greenbriar West. Whether answering questions, helping families navigate school procedures, welcoming new students, or simply offering a warm smile, Sally has represented the very best of our school community.
While many people know Sally from the front office, what they may not see is the tremendous amount of work she has done behind the scenes to support students, staff, and families every day. Her knowledge, professionalism, and commitment have helped ensure that Greenbriar West runs smoothly and that our school remains a welcoming and supportive place for all. What has always set Sally apart is the genuine care she brings to every interaction. She has built relationships with generations of Greenbriar West families and has consistently treated everyone with kindness, patience, respect, and compassion. Her ability to make people feel valued and supported has left a lasting impression on our community.
Sally has also played a critical role in supporting teaching and learning at Greenbriar West. She has been the driving force behind securing qualified substitute teachers whenever classroom teachers are absent. Through years of relationship-building and dedication, Sally developed an extensive network of outstanding substitute teachers who helped ensure continuity of instruction and support for our students.
On a personal note, Sally has been a trusted colleague, advisor, and friend. Her wisdom, dedication, and unwavering support have helped guide our school through both celebrations and challenges. Mrs. Odom and I are deeply grateful for the opportunity to have worked alongside her. Sally’s impact on Greenbriar West extends far beyond her job responsibilities. Over the past 10 years, she has helped shape the welcoming culture that makes our school such a special place. Her influence will continue to be felt long after her retirement begins, and her legacy will remain a part of Greenbriar West for years to come.
Please join me in thanking Sally Bippert for her 10 years of dedicated service to Greenbriar West Elementary School and in wishing her a happy, healthy, and well-deserved retirement.
Sincerely,
Mr. Blount, Mrs. Odom, and the GBW Staff
Early Release Wednesdays for 2026-27
FCPS will continue with limited early release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number has been reduced from eight to four days.
Early release Wednesdays provide elementary teachers with a dedicated block of time to prepare lessons, participate in professional development and training, and collaborate with their peers. A well-supported and continuously improving teaching staff leads to better educational outcomes for students.
Find more information about early release Wednesdays, including the list of early release dates.
Early release Wednesdays Dates for Greenbriar West ES in 2026-2027:
- October 21
- December 2
- February 10
- May 5
An Inside Look at What Educators Do on Early Release Wednesdays
What happens on early release Wednesdays? While most students head home earlier than usual, our educators at Mosaic Elementary School continue learning and collaborating to strengthen instruction and support student success.
Summer Library Check-out!
July 30th
5:00pm-7:00pm
Check-out Library Books
Enjoy Kona Ice
Books....Fun.... Summer Memories
See You There!!
FCPS Summer Learning Resources are now available for students and families. Resources are organized by grade level and provide opportunities for students to review previously taught concepts, practice skills, and explore new ideas throughout the summer.
Families can access the resources at any time as one of many ways to support continued learning and engagement over the summer.
Additional resources will continue to be added throughout June.
FCPS Summer Meal Service Program 2026
Fairfax County Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services will continue providing summer meals to support children and families when school is not in session. Free meals are available to all children and teens 18 years of age and younger at designated FCPS summer meal sites, regardless of income or school enrollment. Meals are served onsite at participating locations from the Monday after school lets out through the Friday before the new school year begins.
New for 2026:
Educate Fairfax will fund meals for all adults at all FCPS open feeding sites, allowing families to dine together at participating locations.
2026-27 GBW Supply Lists
Get a head start on the 2026-27 school year by pre-purchasing your child's school supplies. Each Spring the GBW PTA offers the convenience of pre-packaged "supply kits" from Campus Survival Kits.
Instructions for online ordering can be found at the following link:
Greenbriar West Elementary School Supply Kits — Campus Survival Kits and Insta-Kits
Online ordering closes on July 15.
Supply kits ordered through Campus Survival Kits will be delivered to the school sometime in August. You will receive notification in August as to when your supply kit(s) will be available.
If you would like to purchase your own school supplies, the Grade-Level supply lists can be found on our school website:
School Supply Lists | Greenbriar West Elementary School
Children's Summer Reading Festival
Saturday, June 13 10am to 1pm
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035
Celebrate Fairfax County Public Library's Summer Reading Adventure with us!
This year's theme is "Unearth a Story." Young readers will be inspired to continue their enthusiasm for reading straight through summer vacation with:
Games & Grafts, Bounce Houses, Facepainting, Balloon Artists, snacks, petting zoo, Live Entertainment, Food Trucks, and of course, BOOKS!!
Fairfax County Public Library
Join our
SUMMER READING ADVENTURE
and earn awesome rewards for reading!!
June 17-August 19, 2026
Unearth a Story
Readers of all ages are encouraged to participate!!
Use QR code above to Sign-up.
To request reasonable ADA accommodations or alternative format of materials call 703-324-8380 or TTY 711
July 1-31
The World We Write
Get creative and embrace you inner writer with FCPL's The World We Write Short Story Contest! Choose one of the five following prompts and let you imagination flow:
1. The forest accepted her as one of its own.
2. I told him not to eat that piece of pie...
3. Everyone at this party has a secret.
4. The job was mysterious and important.
5. We hold these truths to be self-evident....
Please note that pronouns are interchangeable for prompts.
Date: July 1-31
This contest is open to school-age youth (grades 3-6) teens (grades 7-12) and adults (18+).
Three winners will be selected from eachage group.
Learn more via the QR code above or at bit.ly/FCPL_WorldWeWtire.
YOUTH FOOTBALL 2026
Chantilly Youth Association has opened their registration for the 2026 youth tackle football season. Football ages will range from 7-14 years old, and you can register your player at chantillyfootball.org. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at cyafootballorg@gmail.com or jhuardchantillyyouth.org.
TACKLE FOOTBALL (SUMMER 2026)
These materials are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the
Superintendent, or this school.
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