 Wishing Mrs. Glines and Ms. Lovett all the best!
Dear Families,
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! As we enjoy the long holiday weekend, we take a moment to remember those who bravely gave their lives for our country. Thank you to all who serve and to all who have sacrificed on the behalf of our country.
Today, we honor and bid farewell to two of our second-grade teachers, Mrs. Katelyn Glines and Ms. Ellie Lovett.
Mrs. Glines has been a Floris teacher for the past 7 years. She began as a fourth-grade advanced academics teacher and moved to second-grade four years ago. Mrs. Glines loves how her students are always interested in trying new things. She will miss the parent community here at Floris which she found so supportive and welcoming. We wish her all the best as she takes a third-grade position in a school closer to home so that she will be able to spend more time with her 6th month old son.
Ms. Lovett began her teaching career here at Floris as a student teacher in second and fourth grades. She was hired 8 years ago to join our third-grade team and for the past 2 years she has enjoyed her role as a second-grade teacher. Ms. Lovett has loved seeing her students continue to grow and thrive throughout the years. Ms. Lovett recently moved to the DC area and is looking forward to a shorter commute. She will be teaching fourth grade at a school in the Alexandria area. We wish her all the best.
ATTENTION Floris volunteers! We will be honoring you and showing our thanks with snacks the week of June 3rd. When you come into the school to volunteer please look for the table with water and treats. We are so grateful for all you have done for us. Our school and community continues to thrive because of all of your time and dedication to our school.
The end of year is fast approaching. The last day for this school year is Thursday, June 13, 2019. Students will be dismissed three hours early at 1:00 PM. As has been standard policy, we will not be able to accept bus notes on this day. Please make the necessary arrangements for this early dismissal. Immediately following dismissal, all Floris staff will be in a mandatory meeting.
We wish you all a wonderful long weekend!
Sincerely,
Gail Porter, Principal and Amanda Dorr, Assistant Principal
 We all scream for ice cream! Floris Staff scoop B&R ice cream for PTA fund raiser!
Class Placement for 2019-2020
If you have information to share regarding your child’s placement, please email Mrs. Porter at Parent_input@fcps.edu by May 31st, 2019. (Note, there is an underscore after ‘Parent’ and before ‘input’). Please remember that we do not take requests for specific teachers as we base our decisions on individual student strengths and instructional needs. As a note for you to be aware, grade level assignments for staff are sometimes modified due to late enrollments, unforeseen changes, and other considerations. Staff assignments are determined at the end of the summer. Staff members have been directed not to give out information about student placement in order to eliminate last minute surprises when changes must be made due to staffing issues.
2018-2019 Yearbooks NOW ON SALE! – DEADLINE June 2nd
Order your yearbook today before we sell out. To place an order, click this link… www.ybpay.com. The SCHOOL CODE is: 13275719. Order yours today!
Rising 6th Grader? Immunization Requirement!
Will your child be a sixth grader next year? If so, they need a booster dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis). Sixth grade students cannot begin school in August without the school having documentation that they have had the Tdap booster. Parents or guardians of current fifth graders, please check your child’s immunization records and make arrangements with your doctor for the immunization. Documentation confirming receipt of the vaccination must be turned into the office before your child can start school on August 26th, 2019.
Floris Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) 2018-2019 Testing Schedule Students in grades 3-6 will be taking the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Tests beginning May 13th through June 1st. It will be very helpful if you can avoid appointments which may take your child out of school during this time period. To help your child to perform at his or her best, ensure he or she has had a good night’s rest, a healthy breakfast and comes to school with a positive attitude. Use this link to view the SOL testing schedule… https://florises.fcps.edu/index.php/announcements/floris-sol-testing-calendar
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Movie Night – Friday, May 31st 5:40 p.m.
Let’s celebrate the end of SOLs with a Movie Night next Friday, May 31st. Doors will open at 5:40 p.m. Show time is 6 p.m. Bring the whole family along with your pillows and blankets! Wear your pajamas! Enjoy pizza, popcorn and other confections sold by the 6th grade. CASH ONLY $6/person (4 for $20). Both movies will be raffled off at the end of the night! Raffle tickets $1. Parents, please remember, you must accompany your child. This is NOT a drop off event.
PTA Summer Book Swap – Book Collection Ends May 31st
The PTA annual Summer Book Swap is happening NOW! Books are being collected until May 31th and then the book swap cart will visit classrooms the week of June 3rd to 7th. This event is for Kindergarten to 6th grade.
Bring in your gently used books to donate to the swap. Students can bring in 1-5 books. Each book they bring in gets them that many in swapped books. Students can donate as many books as they want but will only be allowed up to 5 books to take home. Please make sure that the books donated are appropriate for grades K-6. No toddler board books.
Swapping Instructions:
- Step 1 – Pick out books to swap
- Step 2 – Fill out the book ticket on the attached flyer (flyers will be available on the box at school also and sent home in Tuesday packets)
- Step 3 – Put ticket and books in a tied plastic bag
- Step 4 – Put tied plastic bag in the box at school
Look for the drop box at school near the front office. The box will be available until May 31th. Please email Pam Mika with any questions.
Volunteers Needed – PTA Committees, Executive Board & Chair Positions
Are you looking for a way to get more involved in Floris PTA? Do you love Floris ES and want to learn more about how you can support your child's education? WE WANT YOU! We are currently recruiting volunteers for our Nominating Committee and our Audit Committee. There will also be several open positions for the 2019-2020 school year. Executive Board Positions: VP of School Affairs, VP of Fundraising, VP of Social Engagement, Communications Secretary. Chair/Organizer Positions: Science Fair, Walk in My Shoes, Spirit Events, Bingo Night, Movie Night, Girls on the Run, Box Tops, Spirit Wear. There are so many great ways to get involved! Which one will you choose? Please email the Nominating Committee to learn more!
Ice Cream Social – Friday, June 7th
SAVE THE DATE! More info coming soon!
Harris Teeter – Together in Education
Harris Teeter's Together in Education program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. Harris Teeter has donated over $27.4 million to Together in Education schools since 1998! When you shop Harris Teeter brands, a percentage of your purchase is donated to your school. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn. Link your card now online or in the store by mentioning Floris Elementary School PTA or code 5921. Thank you!
Giant – A+ School Rewards
Giant’s A+ School Rewards is an easy way to earn money for Floris! Link your Giant Card by logging in or registering online. Once you are logged into your account, you may select Floris Elementary as your school. This money does not come through the PTA, but goes directly to the school.
Amazon Smile – Earn Money for Floris PTA While You Shop
This is the easiest way to raise money to support our kids! Click the link. Shop on Amazon. Done! Bookmark it and use it for all of your Amazon purchases.
Volunteer – Your Gift to the Floris Community
There are so many opportunities here at Floris to get involved and to support your kids. Learn more about what is happening right now. Sign up for future opportunities.
Message from our PTA President
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