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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Student Laptop Distribution BEGINS NEXT WEEK!
Each Laurel Hill student and one parent from the family will need to come to pick up their FCPS issued laptop. Each child will need to do the actual log in individually. It will take about 10-15 minutes for the students to log in using their id numbers and passwords. If they have trouble remembering that information, we will have that available to assist them. There will be two forms to complete, including one health form. If you have had any health related issues, please do not come to the school. Call the office and talk with someone about making alternative arrangements. We will direct parents as they arrive to park (in either bus loop or K & R area) and join one of our 6 distribution lines. We will adhere to social distancing protocols.
Our Kindergarten families are asked to attend at a separate time that is reserved only for Kindergarten as they will need extra time to receive their log in information and will need assistance with this task. At this same time, the Kindergarten teachers will be available to actually meet their families while adhering to all social distancing protocols. They will also receive some supplies and materials that will be provided to each K student.
Monday, August 24 -- Last Names Letters A-G 12:00-4:00
Tuesday, August 25-- Last Names Letters H-O 9:00-12:00
Wednesday, August 26-- Last Names Letters P-Z 9:00-12:00
Tuesday, September 1st --Make Up Distribution --9:00-12:00
Tuesday, September 1st --Kindergarten Distribution 1:00-5:00
see below for more details regarding your K student appointment times
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Kindergarten Laptop and Materials Distribution!
On Tuesday, September 1st, our Kindergarten teachers, administrators and others will be ready to meet our new kindergarten students and parents---COVID 19 style--social distancing in place! We will organize by teacher and will be outside at three locations to distribute laptops to each student/parent along with essential materials for learning virtually in Kindergarten.
We encourage you to mark your calendars and watch for an email with your appointment time to arrive and pick up your laptop and materials. Each appointment will require the student and parent to actually log into the laptop to ensure that access is achieved. This will require approximately 15 minutes per family!
Our child's teacher will notify you early next week with your appointment time for September 1st---If you have a conflict with this time, you will work with your child's teacher to schedule a make up date!
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Parent Coffee --Mon., August 24 9:00-10:00 AM
Please join us for another parent coffee scheduled for Monday morning from 9-10! We will hear information from our technology specialist, counselors, special education, social worker, advanced academics information and additional information from our PTA. You may connect with us via this link:
https://us.bbcollab.com/guest/b37d3946729c4b2f87c44424c61eb015
Next Parent Coffee ----VIRTUAL WHOLE SCHOOL ORIENTATION!!!
Monday, August 31st ---9:00-10:00 AM---watch for the link to follow
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Does Your Family Need Internet Access?
If you DO NOT HAVE internet at your home and need internet access, FCPS will provide you with a device to assist with this need. If you have this need, please complete this form via the link below:
MiFi Form: https://forms.gle/G4v9Fh8ZN2PZ73Jz5
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Technology Tips for Families
A great resource outlining technology tips for families can be found at this link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VEU49lc34ucAiCXs_G_RL0a-S2a8TQom/view?usp=sharing
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New Videos Feature Help with Google Classroom, Padlet, Flipgrid
As students prepare for the virtual start to the school year, parents are encouraged to learn some of the technology applications their children and classrooms may be using this fall by viewing videos posted here. The list will be continuously updated.
This week, three new videos have been added to the Virtual Learning Tips and Tricks playlist on YouTube.
Locating Assignments in Google Classroom: Courtney White, education specialist, created this video to show you where to find your student assignments in Google Classroom. Log into your student's fcpsschools.net account to access Google Classroom.
Padlet Tutorial: Padlet is an online bulletin board for students to post and collaborate. Jenn Choumil, biology teacher at McLean HS, created this resource for parents to better understand how the app works.
Flipgrid Screencast: The Deer Park ES school-based technology specialist is back to demonstrate how to use Flipgrid to make a screencast. It's a fun way for students to share their work with the teacher and classmates. Parental permission is required for students to use this app.
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Parents, Please Update Your Contact Information
For parents to stay current on school news and plans, current contact information is essential. This is especially important because schools will need to regularly notify parents about program changes and opportunities, such as laptop distributions, school supply lists, and other essentials. Once school begins, your school team may need to reach parents about student absences and academic and other concerns. Parents may update their information through Parent View.
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Farewell to Staff
Every year we say goodbye to some staff members who leave our family for various reasons....military orders, getting married, etc. We bid a fond farewell and godspeed to our staff that have moved on to new experiences!
Chris Mason----military orders to Texas
Gloribeth Fernandez---military orders to Oklahoma
Marissa Williamson----married and moved to Maryland
Jamie Whildin----promoted to be an itinerant vision teacher
Wahnetah Carty ---moved to teach high school
Deborah Bollinger---military orders to Korea
Felicia Ingram----moved to Maryland
Sarah Bureau----staying home with her new baby boy
Natalie Farazmand---moved to teach at school closer to home
Taylor Wallor----moved to another FCPS school
Patrick Noel----- moved to another FCPS school
Julia Kron Wilson---moved to another FCPS school closer to home
Kim Hernandez---moved to another FCPS school
Jee Suchoski-----moved to teach high school
Rashelle Hamilton--moved to another FCPS school
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Welcome New Members of the LHES Staff!
Rachel Demharter Sp. Ed. Teacher
I am very excited to join the Laurel Hill ES team! I live in Bristow with my husband Tom, our 5 beautiful children, and our puppy, Tucker. I stay busy with the kids' activities and multiple playdates, but when I do find some free time, I like crafting, gardening, reading and finding gems at antique stores! I grew up in Lorton and attended South County. I graduated from Liberty University with a bachelors in Elementary Ed and a minor in Special Education. I’m excited for this new opportunity and I can’t wait to meet everyone.
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Welcome New Members of the LHES Staff!
Ashley Druggan 3rd Grade Teacher
I attended South County High School and went on to graduate from James Madison University and George Mason University. I enjoy painting, playing board games, and spending time with family and friends. I am engaged to my fiancé, Anthony, who is a firefighter in Prince William County. I am so excited to work at Laurel Hill!
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Welcome New Members of the LHES Staff!
Matt Rogers— PE Teacher
My name is Matt Rogers and I graduated from George Mason University studying health and physical education.
I love the outdoors and finding new food places at which to eat. I have been blessed with opportunities to play soccer and do mission trips overseas in several other countries. I used to be addicted to the hokey pokey but I turned myself around.
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Welcome New Members of the LHES Staff!
Dionne Young— Sp. Ed. Teacher
My name is Dionne Young, I am 22 years old, and a military brat. My dad, brother, and I all share the same name, and initials except for different spelling (Deon, Deon and Dionne). I have traveled to 11+ countries, and it is my favorite thing to do. I graduated from the University of Arizona in 3 years, and now am pursuing my Masters at George Mason University.
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Welcome New Members of the LHES Staff!
Kayleigh Neff--- 4th grade AAP Teacher
I’m Kayleigh and I’m excited to join the fourth-grade team and the Laurel Hill community! I was born and raised in Northern NY, and spent four years teaching in South Carolina before coming to FCPS last year. My family all still lives in NY and I visit them frequently. In my free time I enjoy spin classes at the gym, traveling, baking, reading, and taking on craft projects.
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More new staff members will be introduced next week! Stay tuned!!!
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