 Second grade students create three dimensional animals using paper. Art is a favorite class for many of our students, who use this as a time to express themselves and learn important reasoning skills.
This Week's Positivity Project Focus: Forgiveness
You forgive those who have done wrong. You accept that people make mistakes.
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Upcoming Events
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Thursday, March 21, 7:00 p.m. - PTA General Meeting
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Tuesday, March 26, 6:00-8:30 p.m. - Annandale Pyramid Art Show at Annandale High School.
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Thursday, March 28, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Math, Science & Literacy Night
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Friday, March 29, 6-8 p.m. - PTA Bingo Night
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Tuesday, April 2, 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. - Parent Coffee. See below for more information.
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Annandale Pyramid Art Show
More than 40 of our students, representing grades Kindergarten through Fifth, will show artwork at the Annandale Pyramid Art Show this year. The art show will be open on March 26 at 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Annandale High School's Clausen Hall. It is free to attend. Congratulations to our budding artists for their selection to participate in this event!
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Math, Science & Literacy Night
All Weyanoke students and families are invited to Math, Science & Literacy Night on Thursday, March 28 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Come and learn new math, science and reading games. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Free dinner and transportation to and from the event will be provided!
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Parent Coffee: Affordable Summer Camps and How to communicate with the school effectively?
You are invited to participate in our next informational meeting for parents. We hope that all of you can come, that's why we are organizing the event two times the same day, one in the morning and one in the evening.
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Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2019
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Time: We will have two sessions, come to the one that is more convenient for you.
- In the morning at 9:00 a.m. (We will have coffee and bagels)
- In the evening at 6:00 p.m. (We will have pizza)
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Place:
- Morning session in the School Library
- Afternoon session in the School Cafeteria
What we are going to talk about?
Summer camps - You will learn what are the requirements and the process to apply for scholarships for these programs.
How to communicate with the school effectively? The school would like to know how we can serve you better and how we can improve communication with Weyanoke families.
The information will be presented in English and Spanish. If you have questions or cannot attend, but would like to receive the information, call Sandra Roldan at 703 813-5485 or send an email to skroldanllor@fcps.edu.
If you plan to attend either session, please complete and return the bottom of the form sent home in the Wednesday folder. The deadline is Friday, March 29.
Parent Volunteers Needed
The Weyanoke Library is in need of parents to volunteer. For more information, please email or call Casey Crowe at 703-813-5406.
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Yearbooks for Sale
Our 2018-2019 Weyanoke School Yearbook will once again be a full-color book this year. Now is your chance to make sure your child has these memories for years to come. Prices start at only $16, and the order form is in this week's Wednesday folder. Yearbooks sell out every year, and limited quantities are available. The only way to make sure you get a copy is to order early, so fill in and return the form, or complete the online order process today.
Seussical, the Musical at Annandale High School
Annandale High School will be performing Seussical, The Musical! next week, March 28 through 30 at 7:00 p.m. and March 30 at 2:00 p.m. This is a great show for people of all ages, but the cast and crew encourage as many members of our elementary community to attend as possible.
They are offering $5 tickets for anyone age 10 & under. Children must be accompanied by at least 1 adult, but there is no limit to the number of child tickets 1 adult can purchase. Adult tickets are only $10 online, $12 at the door. There will be a meet and greet on stage with the actors after the 2 p.m. show only.
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.itickets.com/events/420966
Anyone who brings their colored poster (below) to the show will have their art proudly displayed in the Annandale High School auditorium lobby for the first week of April.
The Momo Challenge and Digital Citizenship Resources
In Fairfax County schools, county agencies and families are working together to create an environment where children and youth can safely learn, work, and play. Similar to our message containing information about the 13 Reasons Why NETFLIX program and the Blue Whale Challenge, we are sending this communication to alert you to a recent rise in new games and social media challenges that encourage young people to participate in harmful behavior.
One example of this is a potentially harmful game called the “Momo Challenge" that has reportedly been posted on different social media platforms to include WhatsApp and assigns players a series of progressively more intense tasks, to include self-harm. It is important to note that the Momo Challenge is a hoax that has received a significant amount of media attention.
This hoax has been seen across the United States in recent months, targeting primarily elementary aged children. Vigilant parents and guardians in Fairfax County have also reported seeing information about the Momo Challenge or similar games on their children's phones and have alerted school authorities.
Please talk to your child about this type of internet hoax, and check his or her phone or other device for signs of an app or communications with anyone telling them to do specific tasks. This provides an excellent opportunity to remind your child of best practices for internet safety and digital citizenship:
- Remind your child information shared on social media is not always true and how quickly misinformation can create a panic online.
- Children should never engage in conversations with strangers online.
- Be aware of the sites and apps your children are using and know their usernames and passwords.
- Turn off suggested autoplay on videos to stop children from viewing content they have not selected, and you have not approved.
- If appropriate, tell your children that Momo is not real and will not hurt them.
- Encourage open dialogue with them around any concerns.
FCPS has additional resources available on this website: https://www.fcps.edu/node/32086. If you have concerns about your child, please contact your school counselor. Please be aware that a number of mental health resources are available, including Fairfax County Public School resources: School Counseling Services at 571-423- 4420, School Psychology Services at 571-423-4250, and School Social Work Services at 571-423-4300 and Fairfax County resources: Crisis Link Hotline at 703-527-4077, Merrifield Emergency Services 703-573-5679 (available 24/7) or Entry and Referral during business hours at 703-383-8500. The Fairfax County Police Department non-emergency number is 703-691-2131.
More information about the Momo Challenge and other internet challenges or hoaxes is available at these links:
Contact
School Counseling Services 571-423-4420
School Psychology Services 571-423-4250
School Social Work Services 571-423-4300
Bring your ID!
Please don't forget to present your Photo ID when checking your student out of school! You will also need your ID when visiting the school. Thanks for your cooperation!
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PTA Bingo Night
The next Weyanoke PTA Bingo Night will take place on Friday, March 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. The PTA will sell raffle tickets and Bingo cards as well as food, snacks and drinks. Students, family and friends are welcome, but please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
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New PTA After School Programs Available
The PTA will be hosting two different after-school athletics opportunities beginning in early April.
Shooting Stars Soccer will meet on Wednesdays after school, starting April 3 and ending May 22. Girls and boys in grades PreK-2 and 3-5 are welcome to register. The cost is $70 and financial assistance is available.
Go Long Flag Football will meet on Thursdays after school, starting April 4 and ending May 23. This activity is for boys and girls in grades K-2 and 3-5. The cost is $70 and financial assistance is available.
To sign up:
- go to http://www.otathletics.com
- select Locations at the top of the screen and find your location
- Select "After School Programs" from the Fairfax & Loudoun Counties page
- Scroll down to the list of classes for Weyanoke Elementary School and select the appropriate group for your child's age and sport.
Contact WoodchuckPTA.VP@gmail.com for information about financial assistance.
Annandale High School PTSA Digital Families Community Event
Annandale High School PTSA is excited to announce we are holding a PTA Connected with Facebook Digital Families Community Event on Friday, March 22nd. Through a grant and the support of the Annandale High School Administration, we are able to offer this event at no cost to our community!
Please Join Us
PTA Connected with Facebook: Digital Families Community Event
Friday, March 22nd
- 6:00 p.m.— Pasta Dinner in the AHS Cafeteria
- 6:30 p.m.— Movie "Screenagers" (Spanish Subtitles)
- 7:30 p.m.— Get the Conversation Started - Interactive Session with parents and students - breakout discussion groups in English and Spanish.
- 8:30 p.m.— Very Brief Wrap-Up and Raffle Prize Drawing
Tickets are free but please RSVP so we can prepare enough food for everyone.
Registration link:
https://annandalehsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/66607
The goal of this event is to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones, especially among children and young adults. We will start the evening by meeting and greeting everyone in the cafeteria with a pasta dinner. Next, we will watch the movie, "Screenagers" which takes a look into the vulnerable corners of family life, to explore struggles over social media, video games, academics, and internet addiction. Next, we will get the conversation started through an interactive presentation and then break up into smaller groups for parents and children to work together on activities designed to keep the conversation going at the family level.
This event is open to anyone who uses a screen, lives with someone who uses a screen, or works with people who use screens. They are everywhere! The movie and interactive discussions are designed for young adults, middle schoolers, and their parents. Teachers, counselors, and administrators would benefit from this presentation as well.
For more information please go to our event page listed on our AHS PTSA website under Programs/Events tab. It is listed as "Digital Families Community Event".
We look forward to seeing you and your family on March 22nd!
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Annandale Pyramid Unity Night
Join us for the Annandale Pyramid Unity Night, featuring the Holmes Faculty vs. Poe Faculty Basketball game. Proceeds support Annandale Boosters and the Holmes and Poe PTAs. Come out, wear red, and show your support for our pyramid. The cost is $5 for adults, $2 for students and free for children under 5.
When: Thursday, April 4, 7:00 p.m.; Doors open at 6:30
Where: Annandale HS Gym
Concessions will be available from the Annandale Boosters. For questions, contact Rheanna Bernard at holmesptafundraising@gmail.com
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AHS Color Fun Run/Walk
Support the Annandale High School Class of 2022 and their PTSA by running or walking in their two mile Color Run at Annandale High School. The event is Saturday, April 27 starting at 10 a.m. Register online at bit.ly/2022ColorRun. The cost is $10 for students and $15 for adults.
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