Upcoming Dates
1/25 - Teacher Workday - No School for Students
1/30-31 - Maryland Science Center Assemblies for Students
2/7 - Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night at Longfellow MS
2/8 - 6th Grade Science Fair
2/8 - PTA Meeting 9AM
Principal's Message
Upon return from the winter break, we have experienced a lot of weather that has impacted our school days. I'm pleased to go into classrooms and see students ready to learn and excited to be at school. It's nice to talk about the possibility of winter weather and students share that they don't want to miss any more school. I know all students may not feel the same way, but I do appreciate hearing students are enjoying school and want to be present and active in their learning.
We have a new cafeteria arrangement of tables to promote smaller groupings and a warmer, cozier environment. We have also begun an incentive program to recognize classes for achievement of high expectations for cafeteria behavior. Our 1st round of Golden Tray awards were given this week. Weekly recognitions will go out for a K-3 class and 4-6 class that earns the most points during their week in the cafeteria. If multiple classes earn the top score, we will recognize all those classes.
Congratulations to our 1st Golden Tray Class Winners
K-3 Mrs. Haft
4-6 (3 way tie!) Ms. Nalewanski, Ms. Krieber, Mrs. Navarro
 FCPS Employee Awards
Chesterbrook is proud of the excellent teaching staff and we thank our community for consideration in nominating great employees. We were thrilled to recognize six employees that were nominated for Employee Awards for the 2018-19 school year. At our January staff meeting, the following employees were recognized for their nominations.
Outstanding New Teacher - 4th Grade Ms. Madison Nalewanski and 5th Grade Ms. Maddy King
Outstanding Teacher - Kindergarten Mrs. Leanne Strubhar and 5th Grade Mrs. Deanna Sivik
Outstanding Operational Employee - Mr. Dave Troskey and Mrs. Holley Remer
Chesterbrook school based winners that have been forwarded to the pyramid level in categories listed above are Ms. Maddy King, Mrs. Deanna Sivik and Mr. Dave Troskey. Best of luck to our Chesterbrook winners. We are so proud of you.
Support for Families Affected by Partial Government Shutdown
We wanted to directly reach out to our community and remind our families of the supports available. During the partial government shutdown, we want to be able to support our families that may need assistance. No student will be denied breakfast or lunch and student meal balances will be able to accrue during this time. We want all students to receive proper meals and access to what they need so they can focus on learning. If you are in need or we can support your family in any way, please reach out to your child's counselor or an administrator. For more information, please access the FCPS page on support for impacted government employees: https://www.fcps.edu/news/fairfax-county-public-schools-offers-support-families-impacted-partial-federal-government
Government Employees Registered to Substitute
We welcome our government employees that have applied to substitute in FCPS to support our Chesterbrook classrooms. Parents are invited to call the front office and let us know if you have recently been approved to substitute. We would love to add you to our sub list.
Speak Up Survey (closes 1/31)
What are your views on a 21st century education and the role of technology in it? FCPS is encouraging your participation in a national survey to voice their views on this important topic.
The "Speak Up" survey is part of the Speak Up National Research Project, which collects and reports on the authentic, unfiltered views and opinions of K-12 students, parents and educators on critical 21st century education and technology issues.
You can read more about the Speak Up survey on the FCPS webpage. There you will see the survey link, also found here (secret word = fcps). Note that the survey window closes on Jan. 31. Thank you for taking the time to express your views!
Fairfax County Youth Survey
Dear Parents or Guardians of 4th - 6th Grade Students,
Before the winter break, I notified you that your child would be taking a statewide Student School Climate Survey mandated by the Virginia Department of Education. This survey was scheduled to be conducted from Monday, January 14, 2019 to Friday, February 8, 2019. Based on feedback from principals and school administrators, Dr. Brabrand, in collaboration and consultation with State Superintendent, has granted an exemption of the VDOE Student School Climate Survey for this year. Therefore, the VDOE Student School Climate survey will not be administered.
Regards,
Stacy Kirkpatrick, Principal
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