Stone MS PTSA Keep in Touch
April 27, 2016
Calendar
April 28 – 25th Anniversary Celebration
April 28 – May 2 – Glory Days fundraiser
April 29 – “Chomp and Chat” Staff Breakfast
May 2-6 – Teacher Appreciation Week
May 2–6 - International Week
May 4 – Teacher Appreciation Lunch
May 4 – International Festival, 2:30-4:30
Stone MS 25th Anniversary Celebration
Please come and celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Stone Middle School on Thursday, April 28.
6 pm – Building open to the community for tours and visit staff
6:30pm – Short presentation in the gym
Special guests include Mrs. DeCorpo, Mr. Gaudreault, and Mr. Phillips. Performances by the Stone Chorus, Orchestra, Student Dance Teams and our Staff Rock Band VaDeatles.
This is a community event and refreshments will be served.
International Week – May 2-6
We need your help!
Stone’s PTSA and the school multicultural committee are planning an International Week for the week of May 2nd. There will be daily themes and multicultural trivia. On Wednesday, May 4, 2:30pm-4:30pm, we will hold an International Festival. We need parent help to make this a success! We really need help with the stations for Asia and South America. Please check out the signup genius. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0b4ba9ae23a57-international
*** Middle School and High School students will earn service hours for signing up to help with the International Festival tri-fold boards and artifacts. ***
Glory Days Fundraiser – April 28-May 2. Any location and any time of day. Please ask for itemized guest check and send it to the Stone office. We are holding a kick off lunch Thursday, April 28 at noon at the Centreville Glory Days. Join us for lunch!
“Chomp and Chat” Staff Breakfast – This is the last Chomp and Chat that PTSA will sponsor this year. Please consider donating.
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0b4ba9ae23a57-chomp1
Teacher Appreciation Week - May 2-6
We think our teachers are fabulous! For Teacher Appreciation week, we are hosting a catered lunch on Wednesday, May 4th. Also, next week, it would be nice if your student or you sent a nice note to his/her teachers. It means so much to an educator to hear that parents and students appreciate them.
Special Education information All these opportunities are FREE unless noted.
The FCPS Parent Resource Center (PRC) helps parents of students with disabilities. It sponsors workshops, has a lending library, and has Parent Liaisons to help parents solve problems.
www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc English: 703-204-3941 Español: 703-204-3955.
Adapted Sports and Recreation Guide
http://www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc/documents/AdaptedSportsRecreationGuide2016.pdf
List of Special Needs Summer Camps 2016
http://www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc/resources/additional/summer_camps/index.shtml
iCan Bike After School Program
A week-long program at 10 different FCPS Middle Schools during March, April, May or June.
Ambulatory students with disabilities (ages 8 and older) learn to ride two-wheel bicycles by using adapted bicycles, a specialized instructional program, and trained staff. Student volunteers help.
Flyer: www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc/resources/events/documents/FCPSiCanBikeAfterSchool.pdf
Wings For All
April 23, 8:00am Dulles International Airport
This airport rehearsal provides families with a child with a significant disability an opportunity to practice going through security and boarding a plane. Airport personnel also practice their skills.
Register: fs30.formsite.com/wingsforautism/form108/index.html Questions: 703 208-1119 x112
Growth Mindset
Wed. April 27, 7:00 pm Oakwood School 7210 Braddock Road, Annandale
Learn about the power of a growth mindset and how to put growth mindset concepts to work at home. Register: www.oakwoodschool.com/beyond-academics/opa/opa-speaker-series/index.aspx or 703 941-5788
ABLE Accounts, Special Needs Trusts, & Financial Planning
Mon. May 2, 7:30 - 9:00 pm Community Rm B, McLean Bible Church 8925 Leesburg Pk. Vienna
Jessica Pannell, Attorney will present information on long term planning for individuals with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities.
RSVP appreciated but not required: erin.roundtree@mcleanbible.org or 703-770-2938
Introduction to Special Education
Tue. May 3, 7 - 9 pm FCPS Parent Resource Center 2334 Gallows Rd., Entr. 1, Dunn Loring
This workshop will help parents understand the special education process, build a network of support, collaborate with school staff, and develop an understanding of how to help their child.
Registration required: www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc or 703 941-5788
Webinar: Fun Ahead: Creating Your Family’s Summer Bucket List
Thur. May 5, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Get ready for a healthy, happy summer with this presentation by kinship expert Dr. Kathy Dial.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1384638454764461825 or 703 539-2904
Mind in the Making - Self-Directed, Engaged Learning
Fri. May 6, 10 am - 12:30 pm Parent Resource Center 2334 Gallows Rd., Entr. 1, Dunn Loring
Learn strategies for improving this skill, the importance of it in children's lives, and activities to promote the skill at home. Bring your lunch and stay until 1:30 pm to learn more.
Registration required: www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc or 703 941-5788
Coping Strategies for Anxious Children Ages 8 - 17: What Parents Need to Know
Fri. May 13, 10:00 am - noon Parent Resource Center 2334 Gallows Rd., Entr. 1, Dunn Loring
This presentation will cover the science and biological roots of anxiety, how to change anxious thinking, and current treatment options, including medications and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Register: www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc or 703 941-5788
Raising Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool! Session 4
Friday, May 20, 10:00 am - noon Parent Resource Center 2334 Gallows Rd., Entr. 1, Dunn Loring
Put your own oxygen mask on first to become the cool, calm, connected parent your child really needs to develop the mutually respectful, cooperative, and loving relationship that you crave with your child. Registration required: www.fcps.edu/dss/osp/prc or 703 941-5788
CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Alexandria Parent Support meets the 4th Monday each month 6:30-7:30 pm at Aldersgate UM Church, 1301 Collingwood Rd. Alex. Contact: Jenny adhdparentmountvernon@gmail.com
West Fairfax CHADD Parent Support Group meets each 2nd & last Thurs. at 7:30 pm (April 14 & 28) Fairfax Church of Christ, 3901 Rugby Road, Fairfax Contact Sharon clintob@aol.com.
Oakton ADHD Parent Group meets on the 4th Tuesday each month at 7:30 pm at Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place. Contact Maureen Gill: maureen@adhdcoachforparents.com
Support Group for Middle School Students with ADHD meets the first Sunday of each month 2:00 - 3:00 pm 4031 Univ. Dr. Fairfax Enter on South St. No parents!
Call 703-403-3335 to enter the building. Contact: coach@BrainRelief.org (703) 641-8940
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness builds better lives for those affected by mental illness.
Family Support Groups: www.nami-northernvirginia.org/families-and-friends.html
OCD Family Support Group
1st Mon. of each Month, 7:30 pm St. Andrew’s Epis. Church, 4000 Lorcom, La. Arlington
Contact: 202-215-5859 familygroupocd@verizon.net
PTSA Board
President-Kim Beamon, akbeamon@aol.com
Vice-President-Amy German, amylgerman@aol.com
Treasurer-Mindy Conway, minconway@verizon.net
Secretary-Lisa Lattomus, lattomi@yahoo.com
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