Stella Pekarsky's Newsletter
Dear Friends,
March has arrived, and there are so many exciting things happening in our schools and in the community. This week is Read Across America Week, and I have been enjoying visiting schools and participating as a guest reader. Today, Wednesday, March 4, I will be co-hosting the Sully District Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Kathy Smith. Please join me at 7:00 pm at the Sully Government Center - 4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, VA 20151, for a discussion for the FY 2021 budgets for FCPS and Fairfax County.
On Monday, March 23, I will be hosing a coffee round table discussion at Jireh Cafe - 13848 Lee Hwy, Centreville, VA 20120. This will be an open discussion of any topic you would like to discuss. Please note to check the second floor of the cafe if we are not able to get a table on the first floor.
As a reminder, the end of the third quarter is on April 3, and Spring Break starts on April 6, so please encourage your student to stay on to of their assignments. Please follow my Facebook and Twitter pages to stay up to date with Sully District school happenings.
Have a positive and productive month!
Stella
2020 Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs
You are invited to attend the 2020 Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs and Resume Building Workshops. First jobs are important and these events help connect teens and employers face to face and prepare our youth for the workforce.
These events will focus on student job seekers (approximately ages 16 to 18) looking for full time employment, after-school employment, seasonal positions, internship opportunities, or volunteer experiences. It is open to all teens in Fairfax County looking for employment or wanting tips to build their resume. Volunteer opportunities and resume building workshops will be available for younger students looking to begin to build their resume.
Businesses and organizations have the opportunity to showcase their companies, brand their business in the local community, and advertise the positions they have available. It does not cost to participate.
During our previous job fairs, over 2000 Fairfax County teenagers and 120 employers attended all events combined. These job fairs provided hundreds of teenagers the opportunity to get in front of employers and for employers and volunteer organizations to find talented, driven Fairfax County students to fill their positions.
Businesses may register here.
Students may register here.
- Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.-noon, at Woodson HS
- Saturday, March 7, 2-4 p.m., at South County HS
- Saturday, March 14, 2-4 p.m. at Chantilly HS
- Saturday, March 21, 10-noon, at Mount Vernon HS
- Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.-noon, at West Springfield HS
Get more information.
Chantilly Pyramid Digital Citizenship Event
Franklin MS
Tuesday, March 31, 6-7:30 p.m.
Spotlight on Student Learning with a Focus on Media Balance and Well-Being will include teacher panel discussions on goal-directed and intentional use of technology, a student showcase of learning, and an opportunity to speak with students and teachers about their use of technology for learning and developing Portrait of a Graduate attributes.
Regional Scholastic Art Award Ceremony
The 2020 Regional Scholastic Art Award Ceremony will take place at the Ernst Cultural Center, Northern Virginia Community College, Annandale Campus on Wednesday, March 4. The gallery is open to the public through Sunday, March 15.
The Scholastic Art Awards is the largest, longest running recognition program of its kind in the United States. Established in 1923, the awards have recognized students who have become some of our nation’s most celebrated artists. More than 200,000 students participate in the program across the country. In FCPS, thousands of artworks by middle and high school students are submitted annually to the Regional Scholastic Art Awards program sponsored by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. Out of these submissions, hundreds of Gold Keys, Silver Keys, and Honorable Mentions are awarded for outstanding drawings, paintings, prints, photographs, ceramics, sculptures, digital art, architecture, jewelry, fashion, film and animation, mixed media artworks, and portfolios. Winning artwork is displayed in a free exhibit at the Ernst Community Cultural Center on the campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Gold Key award-winning entries are submitted to the national Scholastic Art Awards competition, where students were awarded national Gold and Silver medals, as well as monetary awards and scholarships.
For more information about he Scholastic Art Awards, click HERE.
Important Immunization Requirement: Do You Have a Student Entering Seventh Grade Next Year?
If yes, he or she may need a booster dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis). Seventh grade students cannot begin school in August without documentation of the Tdap booster. Parents or guardians should ask their private healthcare provider, or the health department, to review their child’s immunization record if they are unsure if their child has received the Tdap booster.
Students who have received a Tdap booster at age seven or older do not need another dose. Documentation must be provided to the school student information assistant (SIA) or registrar as soon as possible.
Learn more about the Tdap booster.
2020 Census Helps Fund Our Schools: Make Sure You Are Counted!
The census is mandated by the U.S. Constitution to take place every 10 years.
The census is short (fewer than 10 questions) and simple, asking for the number of people in a home, along with age, sex, and race. The census drives decisions on the annual allocation of more than $675 billion in federal funds to states and communities.
By mid-March, most households will receive an invitation by mail to participate in the census. There are three options to respond: online, by phone, or by mail. While people are required by law to participate, the Census Bureau is also required by law to protect answers. All responses are confidential.
Learn more about the 2020 census.
FCPS' Safety Tip Line Helps Keep Schools Safe
A confidential and anonymous tip line is available to students, staff, parents, and other community members, as part of FCPS' continuing effort to maintain safe schools. Please report school safety issues, such as threats, unsafe or dangerous situations, illegal drug activity, theft, gang activity, existence of weapons, vandalism, and concerns about student wellness. Call 571-423-2020, text TIP FCPS to 888-777, or submit your tip online. Visit the Safety Tip Line webpage for more information.
Note: If your tip is an emergency and immediate assistance is necessary, please dial 911.
Important Dates to Remember
April 3 - Third Grading Period Ends
April 6-10 - Spring Break - Student Holiday
April 13 - Student Holiday
May 25 - Memorial Day - Student Holiday
June 12 - Last Day of School
School Board Meeting
The next School Board Meeting will be held on March 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at Jackson Middle School. Information about upcoming meetings and agendas can be found here.
The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.
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