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Look at these two cheerful snowwomen, Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Haffner.
Mark Your Calendar Now!
On Friday, January 18, school will be dismissed 3 HOURS EARLY (at 12:30). Lunch will still be served. Buses will run their normal routes, just 3 hours earlier. SACC will still be open.
Due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 21.
There will also be NO SCHOOL on Friday, January 25 - it is a staff work day.
For more information about school happenings, visit the website here.
2019 Franconia PTA Spelling Bees
It's time for the Franconia PTA's annual Spelling Bee. We will have two separate bees (both held in the school gym):
Junior Bee (grades K-2) - Friday, January 18, from 9:00-11:00am
Upper Grade Bee (grades 3-6) - Thursday, January 24, from 6:00-8:00pm
Students in grades 1-2 will attend the Junior Bee with their class on January 18. Friends and family are invited to attend the Upper Grade Bee on January 24.
The annual Franconia Elementary School Spelling Bee is a PTA-sponsored event, run entirely on volunteer power. If you are able to volunteer as a judge or helper, please use this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b084fa5ad2da5fd0-franconia3
For questions, please contact the Spelling Bee Coordinator, Rebecca Haug, at rspham@gmail.com.
TRANSITION INFORMATION NIGHT
For Parents of Rising 7th Graders (current 6th graders)
Rescheduled for Monday, January 28
5:00pm - Overview of the IB [International Baccalaureate] program (for parents of rising 7th and 8th graders)
6:00pm - Orientation for parents of all rising 7th and all rising 8th graders
7:00pm - Overview of the Advanced Academics Program (for parents of Level IV Center students)
7:00pm - Overview of the AVID [Advancement Via Individual Determination] Program (for parents of prospective AVID students)
In the cafeteria, there will be representatives from the following departments:
- Electives
- English
- ESOL
- Health & PE
- Mathematics
- Student Services
- Science
- Social Studies
- Special Education
- World Languages
The address of the school is:
4700 Franconia Road
Alexandria, VA 22310
These students are ready to learn!
PTA Restaurant Night: Thursday, January 31, 5-8pm
Firenza Pizza in the Manchester Lakes Shopping Center
Come join the PTA for a dinner out. The PTA will receive a percentage of all sales made during the above hours.
PTA Movie Night
Friday, February 1, 6pm
The PTA will be showing, "Incredibles 2," rated PG. Running time 1hour 58 minutes. More details to come.
For any questions you may have, contact PTA President, Heather Viehl Yee, at hviehl@hotmail.com.
PICTURE DAY: Clubs/Groups/Candids
Thursday, February 7
Please be sure to check with your club or group leader for any wardrobe requirements.
*These pictures will be added to the yearbook.
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Because school is a time to think, create, share, and grow.
-American Libraries Association
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Mustang Wall of Fame
January's Wall of Fame Students*
Each month, 1 student from each grade is RANDOMLY selected to be part of the Wall of Fame. Next time you visit the office, take a look at the Wall of Fame pictures!
We ask each Wall of Fame student 3 questions:
- What is your favorite school subject?
- What is your favorite activity outside of school?
- Why do you love being a Franconia Mustang?
Here’s what they had to say:
Kindergarten – Madeline S.
• Art
• Swinging
• Because the teachers are so nice
First grade – Juliette H.
• Reading
• Play with my cats
• Because I have a lot of friends
Second grade – Autumn E.
• Reading & math
• Soccer
• I like being at Franconia Elementary
Third grade – Nicolas R.
• Math
• Play Fortnite
• Because Franconia is friendly
Fourth grade – Campbell C.
• Social Studies
• Sports - TKD, basketball, soccer
• Nice teachers
Fifth grade – Olivia R.
• Math
• Basketball
• Everybody's nice to me and my friends
*Students are randomly selected to have their picture displayed in the office for a month.
Notes from the School Counselor
Hello Parents,
***SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: I am proud to announce that we will have an extra hand in our school! Please welcome Cameron Boster, our counseling intern from Marymount University. He will start at Franconia on Friday, 1/18, and will be here until March.
In the month of December, our school reflected on the character trait, "generosity" - a willingness to share and give to others. Students had the opportunity to vote for students in their class that demonstrated generosity. The names of those students who were nominated are:
Kindergarten - Anabelle, Madilyne, Jayden, Callan
First Grade - Evan, Christian, Youseff
Second Grade - Margaret, Noah, Lorenzo
Third Grade - Bethlehem, Emma, Sophia, Hailey
Fourth Grade - Valerie, AJ
Fifth Grade - Gabrielle, Zoe, Leah
Sixth Grade - Sarbagya, Angel
The next character trait we will focus on will be, "acceptance" - including and respecting EVERYONE, regardless of race, gender, disability, or religion.
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Furthermore, I wanted to share with you our upcoming classroom guidance topics which includes:
Kindergarten - Learning how to be a good friend
First Grade - Social Thinking Curriculum: Learning how to think with your eyes
Second Grade - What does self-advocate mean and how do I self-advocate for myself at school (part 1)
Third Grade - Growth vs. Fixed Mindset
Fourth Grade - How to resolve conflict with friends
Fifth Grade - Skills for Success (continue discussions on organization, time management, and focus)
Sixth Grade - What are A.N.T.S. (Automatic Negative Thoughts) and how can I overcome them.
For further questions and concerns or for individual student referrals, please contact Veronica Guillion, School Counselor, 703-822-2256.
Second graders are learning about new books in the library.
Learn More About This FREE Resource for Parents
The Resource Center provides resources, information, and consultations to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities.
Free Workshops and Consultations
Attend our research-based, professional workshops to learn the latest information to help your child succeed. We offer supportive and confidential consultations to answer questions, find resources and discuss concerns you may have about your child. Register for workshops at https:/www.fcps.edu/node/28279.
January's workshops:
Mind in the Making: Communicating
- Tuesday, January 22, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm
Introduction to Special Education
- This workshop is provided for parents NEW to special education.
- Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm
Mind in the Making: Making Connections
- Tuesday, January 29, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm
Lending Library
Thousands of books, DVDs and CDs on a wide variety of topics. Check out up to 6 items and keep them for 3 weeks. Call us and we can have library materials ready for you to pick up! Search for a book, DVD, or CD on the FCPS website. Search ~ Parent Resource Center library.
Tutor Lists, Resource Guides and Special Needs Summer Camps
Call our office to get the most up to date information to support students and their families.
News You Choose
Sign up for News You Choose to receive monthly emails about upcoming events. Visit the FCPS website, search Parent Resource Center and scroll to the bottom to sign up.
Dunn Loring Center for Parent Services
2334 Gallows Road, Entrance 1 - Room 105
Dunn Loring, VA 22027
Email: prc@fcps.edu or call 703-204-3941
Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm
www.fcps.edu - search Parent Resource Center
The FCPS Cares Program
Nominate a FCPS employee for recognition
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees.
Please visit the FCPS Cares web page.
WEEK OF 1/14
- 1/18: Box Tops due for PTA
- 1/18: Safety patrol meeting for all patrols (8:45-9:15am on stage)
- 1/18: Junior Spelling Bee (grades K-2) (9:00-11:00am in gym)
- 1/18: 3-hour early dismissal
WEEK OF 1/21
- 1/21: MLK Holiday - NO SCHOOL
- 1/23: Mr. Nawrot's Art Club (3:40-4:40pm in room 105)
- 1/24: 2nd quarter grading period ends
- 1/24: Upper Grade Spelling Bee (grades 3-6) (6:00-8:00pm in gym)
- 1/25: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
- 1/25: STAFF WORK DAY
WEEK OF 1/28
- 1/28: PTA REFLECTIONS Recognition Ceremony (8:45-9:15am in library)
- 1/30: SCA meeting (8:45-9:15am in cafeteria)
- 1/31: PTA Restaurant Night at Firenza in Manchester Lakes
- 2/1: Safety patrol meeting – officers only (8:45-9:15am on stage)
- 2/1: PTA Movie Night, "Incredibles 2" (6pm in gym)
WEEK OF 2/4
- 2/4-2/8: National School Counselors Week
- 2/4: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
- 2/5: Environmental Club (3:30-4:30pm in room 158)
- 2/6: 2nd quarter progress reports go home
- 2/6: Mr. Nawrot’s Art Club (3:40-4:40pm in room 105)
- 2/7: Picture Day – clubs/groups/candids
Mustang Mainstays
Click on a link for information
Franconia Elementary School website
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