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🛍️ Kids Holiday Market | Nov 17-21
We’re excited to announce our annual Student Holiday Market coming this November! This is a wonderful chance for students to shop for friends and family in a warm, stress-free environment right during school hours. What to know: Gift range: Most items are priced from $0.50 to $20.00, with plenty of budget-friendly options for everyone. Gifts for everyone: Mom, Dad, grandparents, pets, siblings, and friends. Student-led shopping: Students will browse and choose their own gi
Oct 261 min read


🛼 Skate N Fun Zone Spirit Night!
Celebrate your day off of school at Skate N Fun Zone! Mark your calendars! Our next Spirit Night is a skate party you won't want to miss. Since students have the day off for a teacher workday, join us at Skate N Fun Zone on Monday, November 3rd from 6:00 to 9:00PM. For just $11 per person, you get admission, skate rental, a slice of pizza, a drink, and four arcade tokens. Kids 3 and under are free, and the play zone is included for anyone 48" or shorter. Be sure to complete
Oct 131 min read


🍬 Trunks & Candy Needed!
**Candy donations needed! There are two ways to donate candy - 1. You can make a monetary donation, and we will use those donations to purchase candy.2. Your child can bring a bag of candy to school to feed Munchie! He is roaming around the main office at the school, and he is HUNGRY for bags of candy! * *Trunks needed! Our Trunk or Treat event will only be successful if we have trunks . If you would like to volunteer and decorate a Trunk, please sign up below. Being a can
Oct 131 min read


🎨 Paint Night | Nov 14th
Unleash your inner artist and get ready for a night of creativity and fun at our Paint Night event! Join us on Friday, November 14th as a professional instructor guides you step-by-step in creating this fall painting. This event is open to children of all ages as well as parents. No prior painting experience is necessary - just come ready to have a great time and unleash your creativity. Pre-registration is required as spots are limited. Register by November 7th. Tickets
Oct 111 min read


🎨 Reflections Art Contest
Reflections is a National PTA program that encourages students to reflect on a specific theme and create original artwork for fun and recognition. All CES students are encouraged to participate in the CES PTA Reflections Art Contest. The theme for 2025-26 is "I Belong!" Use this theme as inspiration for your creative submissions to this year's Reflection program. For tips on creative ways to explore "I Belong" click here . We will be accepting entries in the following ca
Sep 141 min read


🍿 Trunk-or-Treat | Oct 30
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating in a safe and festive environment. Families are invited to decorate their car trunks in creative and spooky themes, and children can go from trunk to trunk collecting treats and goodies. In addition to the trunk-or-treating, we'll have a prize for the most creative trunk. Don't miss out on this exciting community event that's sure to be a Halloween hit for everyone! **Trunks needed! This Trunk or Treat event will only be
Sep 141 min read


🛝 Welcome Back Picnic | Aug 22
Kick off the new school year with fun, friends, and community at our annual Welcome Back Picnic this Friday, August 22nd. The event takes places in the back of the school on the blacktop near the playground from 5:30-7:30pm. Bring your family for an evening of kids playing on the playground, parents meeting each other, and grabbing dinner from local vendors (we will have Papa John's Pizza, Calletana's Peruvian Chicken, Smash It Burger Food Truck, Sugar Shack Ice Cream Truck,
Aug 181 min read


🎒 After-School Programs
The After School Program this year will consist of two 12-week sessions (instead of three 8-week sessions) with clubs/classes being held on one of two days. There are a couple of classes that will run on a shorter schedule, but the majority will be running for 12 weeks. Dates: Sep 25 - Jan 9 Registration Period: Aug 18 - Sep 12 Late Fees: Registration after Sep 12 will have a $10 late fee Thursdays: Take the Stage (2nd-6th) - 8 weeks only | Sep 25-Nov 20 Minecraft Progra
Aug 171 min read


🍿 Fall Movie Night | Sep 19
Bring a blanket* and join us for our fall Movie Night on Friday, September 19th as the PTA hosts a screening of Inside Out 2 ! Bring your kids and enjoy a heartwarming movie about emotions, friendship, and self-discovery. Baldy's Snack Shack will be open (popcorn, nachos, hot dogs, candy, drinks). Come early to get your movie snacks before the movie starts! Date: Friday, September 19th Time: 6:00-8:00pm (doors open at 5:30, movie starts at 6:15) Location: CES Cafeteria C
Aug 171 min read


🌶️ Chili Cookoff | Thu, Feb 27 | 5:30-6:45PM
Get ready for a delicious and fun-filled evening! We are excited to announce the upcoming Chili Cook-Off, where families are encouraged to showcase their culinary skills by brining their favorite chili recipes. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy great food, connect with fellow families, and support our school community! If you would like to participate by bringing a chili to the event, please sign up here . For any questions or more information, feel free to reach out
Feb 61 min read


🎒 After-School Programs: Spring Edition
We are excited to announce that registration for our spring after-school programs is open! This spring we will offer the following classes: Zumba (K-6th) Take the Stage (K-6th) Messes & Masterpieces (K-6th) Chess Club (K-6th) Science Magic (1st-5th) Volleyball (4th-6th) Intro to Python (4th-6th) For more information about each class, please check out the After-School Program Catalog . For links to register and pay, please check out our After-School Program page . To sign up
Feb 61 min read


🏅 2024-25 Reflections Contest Winners (FCCPTA)
Congratulations to our CES students whose Reflections entries earned an award at the Fairfax County Council level! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 🥈 Award of Excellence (2nd Place) Kaitlyn Kreider - Visual Arts (Intermediate) 🥉 Award of Merit (3rd Place) Emma Hayakawa - Literature (Intermediate) Lauren Pho - Music Composition (Intermediate)
Jan 281 min read


🎨 Paint Night Fundraiser | Fri, Feb 21 | 5:30PM
🎶 Do you want to paint a snowman? 🎶 Unleash your inner artist and get ready for a night of creativity and fun at our Paint Night event! Join us as a professional instructor guides you step by step in creating a charming snowman painting that will warm your heart and ignite your holiday spirit. Your $35 ticket includes a canvas and all art supplies needed to create the painting as well as pizza and a drink. This event is open to children of all ages as well as parents. No
Jan 231 min read


❄️ Winter Dance | Fri, Jan 31 | 5:30PM
Embrace the cold temperatures and join us for a magical Winter Wonderland Dance, where you and your little one can twirl, sway, and dance the night away! Tickets include admission, one hot chocolate, one popcorn, sweet treats, and a giveaway for the students. TICKET PRICING (at the door): $20 per parent-child pair $5 for each additional child EARLY BIRD PRICING (ends January 28th): $15 per parent-child pair $5 for each additional child $15 to pre-order a large pizza* *Pizza w
Jan 231 min read


🏅 2024-25 Reflections Contest Winners
We are thrilled to announce the winners of our recent Reflections Art Contest! Congratulations to all of the talented students who participated and showcased their creativity. Your hard work and dedication truly shone through in your beautiful work. A special congratulations to our Outstanding Interpretation Award winners who will move on to compete in the Reflections contest at the county level. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the students who particip
Dec 6, 20241 min read


🛍️ Craft Show | Dec 7th | 10am-2pm
Get your holiday shopping done early at our Craft Show, where you'll discover a wide variety of handmade wonders from talented local artists
Dec 1, 20242 min read


🎁 Holiday Market | Dec 7 | 10am-2pm
Get ready for some holiday cheer! The Centreville Elementary PTA is excited to invite you to our annual Holiday Market taking place in the
Dec 1, 20242 min read


📢 After-School Program Registration | Deadline Extended to Dec 3
Because you may have been distracted by Black Friday sales and missed the deadline, we are extending the deadline for registration.
Dec 1, 20244 min read


🖥️ Webinar: Addressing Underlying Issues with Social Media
Digital media and constant tech use are central to the lives of kids and teens today. With platforms like TikTok and Instagram, kids are often drawn deeply into their devices, raising questions about the risks involved. Join us to explore trends in digital media and learn practical strategies to help families manage cellphones and social media use in today's digital age. Key topics we'll cover: New research unpacking how social media impacts teens’ mental health Underlying so
Nov 5, 20241 min read


📖 Family Literacy Month
Celebrate the power of reading and learning together as a family this November during Family Literacy Month! This special month is a time to emphasize the importance of literacy within our homes and communities. By engaging in reading activities, sharing stories, and exploring the world of books as a family, we can instill a lifelong love for learning in our children. Join us in celebrating Family Literacy Month by participating in our exciting events and activities designed
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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