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FSES second graders are currently
enjoying working in Series Book Clubs. They have been collecting
information on characters, relationships between characters, author’s craft,
lessons learned, and much more. The students love sharing their findings and opinions.
Once they finish a book, they can’t wait to get their hands on the next book
in the series! Some of the second graders' favorite series are: Ramona, Time Warp Trio, Flat
Stanley, Henry and Mudge, and Ivy & Bean!
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This week, Franklin Sherman students will be learning about
a very important character trait, an appreciation of beauty and/or excellence.
Students in all classrooms, from kindergarten through sixth grade, will have
the opportunity to discuss this character trait. They will talk about times that they have
appreciated beauty and/or excellence. They will
also refer to familiar books, quotes, and video clips to find examples. It is
our hope that you will bring this focus into your home as well. Ask your
children about this trait, or even point out times that you have recognized them
showing an appreciation of beauty and/or excellence. By recognizing and
appreciating one another’s strengths, students will continue fostering the
“Other People Matter” mindset.
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The FSES Book Fair benefits our school library and reading
program. There will be an exciting collection of titles this
Spring that includes fiction and nonfiction books for all
students. All proceeds are used to buy new books for the school.
• Browsing Days: Students fill out their “Wish Lists”
for parents to review.
Monday, April 30
All Day
Tuesday, May
1 9:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Buying Days:
Tuesday, May
1 1:00
p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 2
9:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 3
9:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Book purchases begin on Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. and
continue through Thursday evening. Once parents review Wish Lists,
students bring money to purchase books during their assigned class
times.
The book fair will be open late on Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Thursday. Students may use cash or a check. Please make checks payable to
Franklin Sherman E.S. Library. Credit card purchases by parents and
staff will also be accommodated.
• Teacher Wish Lists:
Teachers will have an opportunity to make a Wish List for books
they would like for their classrooms. These lists will be at the library desk.
You can support our teachers by purchasing an item from their Wish
Lists.
• Interested in Volunteering?
Many volunteers are needed to make the book fair a success. If you
would like to volunteer, please go to the following SignUp Genius link:
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/409084DA5A72AABF58-book5
Please contact Lisa Malakoff at lmalakoff@fcps.edu with
any questions.
The Franklin Sherman PTA is delighted to invite you to the
FSES annual auction fundraiser. This year's event will be held at
the trendy and upscale O-Lounge in the Greenhouse Bistro located in Tyson's
Corner/Vienna on Saturday, May 5, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The event will feature an open bar (beer and wine) and delicious
passed appetizers. Enjoy an evening out, and bid on a wide variety of
exclusive items generously donated by businesses in McLean and beyond.
Buy your tickets now at www.fsespta.org.
Tickets are $70 in advance/$75 at the door. We are excited to see
you there!
Please feel free to contact the auction chairs,
Shreem Ramineni at shreem.bindra@gmail.com,
or Emily Craig at emilycrg@gmail.com, or
your PTA board members with any questions.
Auction on-line bidding is open now!
Visit: www.auctria.com/auction/FranklinShermanAuction
Hot items for on-line bidding include:
- Two $500
certificates for a photo session with Lee's Photography
- Wine and beer
tasting at Bluemont Vineyard and sister property Dirt Farm
Brewing
-
$300 makeover
certificate to Sassoon Salon
Hot items for the live auction include:
- Workout with
players from the University of Maryland football team
- TAYLOR SWIFT
TICKETS!
- US Flag flown
over the Capitol
- Vacation and
family portrait package to New York or Palm Beach
The PTA is pleased to announce that the EduKit
website is live and ready for your order! Each supply kit contains exactly what
your child's teacher will need for next year. Simply go online to https://www.edukitinc.com/page.asp?id=15&schoolid=1866, or
complete the order form sent home in the Wednesday folders and
return it to the school. On-line ordering is available until June 22.
If you have any questions, please email Sarah Stewart at lapuravida@hotmail.com.
When: July 2 – August 2, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
About VIP Summer Camp:
This year’s Summer VIP Program will be held at Hughes Middle School and is open to rising 7th and 8th grade students attending Herndon, Hughes, Carson, Cooper and Longfellow Middle Schools. There is a $50 fee for the duration of the program, and transportation will be provided to and from Hughes Middle School. Students will participate in a variety of activities including Basketball, Soccer, STEAM, Theater, STEP Academy, and Cooking Lab.
To register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV7XRelPldXd-ER_R4IuWjwTXo5bPKVBtPxfzS14liF8pfpg/viewform
Do you know the importance of good school attendance?
- Regular school attendance in elementary school improves the chances that your child will read on grade level.
- Chronic absenteeism (missing 18 or more school days per year) is a primary cause of lower academic achievement even when the absences are "excused" or understandable.
- Students who attend 90% or more of the school year are more likely to graduate from high school on time.
- Absences can be a sign that a student is losing interest in school, struggling with school work, dealing with peer conflicts, or facing some other potentially serious difficulty. Help is available.
Visit https://www.fcps.edu/attendance to find out more. This website provides information on the importance of good attendance, the academic impact of poor attendance, and resources that are available to parents if their child is struggling with attendance.
The next PTA Meeting is Wednesday, May 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the FSES library.
Apr. 30 - May 3 Book Fair
May 2 PTA Meeting
May 5 PTA Auction
May 11 May Birthday Breakfast
May 17 Panda Bridge Bank
May 25 Career Day
May 28 Memorial Day
May 30 Spring Concert
May 31 Volunteer Luncheon
Have a great week!
Kathleen Quigley, Principal
Joshua DeSmyter, Assistant
Principal
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