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May 20, 2016
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
Next week students will begin taking the Standards of Learning (SOL) Test. The SOLs are standardized tests required by the State of Virginia and provide a snapshot of your student’s knowledge in certain subject areas. While your student may get nervous about this upcoming test, he/she should be reassured that we have been preparing by learning the curriculum and applying it in practice to do our best all year long. The testing schedule is below:
 Here are some more ways students can prepare for a successful day of testing:
1. Come to school well rested.
2. Eat breakfast or a snack before the test.
3. Relax and take deep breaths.
4. Limit distractions (such as cell phone use) before the test.
5. Read the directions and each question carefully.
6. Check your work.
7. Practice and study. The more prepared you are, the better you will feel about the test.
Thank you for your support and all you do for our students and staff!
Amielia Mitchell
Principal
STONE PTSA MEETING – Drug Awareness for Parents
Please join us on Thursday, May 26th at 6:00 p.m. for our monthly PTSA meeting. Our Guest Speaker will discuss what parents should know about the current trends in alcohol and drug use, and tips for raising drug free kids.
Presentation Highlights: Current trends, impact on physical and emotional development, paraphernalia display and tools for parents. The meeting will be in the cafeteria before the band concert.
FCPS REGISTRATION FOR 2016 SUMMER PROGRAMS
Registration is now open for Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) summer camps as well as the new Robinson Extended Day Adult and Community Education (ACE) Enrichment program. The new enrichment program will provide continuity to the existing camps for a full-day option of academically-focused programs for students. Parents can now register on-line for the Institute for the Arts (IFTA), Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), STEM Camp, and Tech Adventure Camp. FCPS will offer several other summer learning programs to provide academic and enrichment opportunities for students in all grades. Visit http://www.fcps.edu/is/summer for more information, including registration dates, fees, and eligibility.
YEARBOOK SALES
Yearbooks are no longer for sale online. We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale (cash only - $40.00) starting in June. Please contact the main office at 703-631-5500 for questions.
NUTRIFAX: TIPS FOR A HEALTHY SUMMER!
During the “fun” time of summer vacation it is very easy to forget our healthy school year practices. Remember to make the following healthy tips a part of each day.
- Eat Breakfast
- Limit consumption
- Eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables
- Drink at least eight glasses of water
- Make wise snack choices such as crackers, cheese, milk shakes, yogurt and pudding
- Exercise at least 60 minutes each day
- Wear sunscreen
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