Sleepy Hollow News
November 23, 2020
Principal's Message
My Dearest Sleepy Hollow Family,
We hope you enjoyed a wonderful and restful weekend. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. During this special time of the year, I want to pause and take a moment to express how thankful and grateful I am. I am so grateful for my health, my family, and my friends. I am also grateful to have such a wonderful, loving, hardworking, and committed school community. Sleepy Hollow is truly a special place and will forever hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for your encouragement and praise for our entire Sleepy Hollow Staff. As many of you have said time and time again, “Our staff and faculty are some of the most devoted people!” I agree, for I’ve come to know that they all “keep the main thing the main thing—our children.” Wishing you a week filled with absolute joy, gratefulness, and inspiration.
From our home to yours be safe, be well, be blessed. Happy Thanksgiving!
Mattie Fallen, Principal
Important Dates
Wednesday, November 25: No School – Thanksgiving Break
Thursday, November 26: Thanksgiving Holiday – No School
Friday, November 27: No School – Thanksgiving Break
Tuesday, December 1: AAP - Referral Deadline
Thursday, December 3: PTA General Meeting/Guest Speaker
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Advanced Academics Important Information
Reminder: Referral Window for Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Level IV Screening Consideration Ends December 1
Tuesday, December 1 is the close of the window (Sept 8-Dec 1) for parents to submit a referral form for their student to be screened for full-time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Level IV. The parent referral form, submitted to the school, is one pathway to have a student screened for AAP Level IV. Parents should not wait for an announcement of the second grade screening pool if they want to make sure their student is screened for AAP Level IV in the coming cycle. Parents of students in grades 2-7 will need to submit the referral form by December 1.
Referrals will not be accepted after December 1. For more information about AAP Level IV or the screening process, please visit https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs.
Sleepy Hollow PTA
Join the SHES PTA! This year more than ever members are needed to help the PTA advocate for all kids, bring our community together, and make learning fun. Join here: shespta.org/membership
Special Guest Speaker at the Next SHES PTA Meeting
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When: Thursday, 12/3 - 7pm
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Where: Google Meet - meet.google.com/doh-ijgn-vgx
- Pandemic Parenting: Will the Kids Be Okay? How to Mitigate the Impact of a COVID Childhood
- The stress and anxiety of child rearing and virtual learning are tremendous. We are all thinking about how this will affect our youth over the long term. You will learn the basics of trauma and what the research tells us about the impact of adverse experiences, including the good news -- that we can work in our families and communities to mitigate the impact. Learn practical tools for your family and approaches for your community. Presented by Jenna White, former SHES parent, FCCPTA Representative to the Trauma Informed Community Network, and Virginia PTA Health and Safety Chair.
News from our library!
Book fair: Thank you SO MUCH to all who have supported the SHES online book fair so far! It continues through January 11 so please continue to use and share this link for personal and holiday book and game purchases: https://rb.gy/e02rr8. At this link you can also see the full schedule of Dolphinpalooza events – next up is Bedtime Stories with Mrs. Nelson on 12/2.
Library book checkout: There is NO CURBSIDE PICKUP ON WEDNESDAY 11/25. In addition, please be aware that we have changes to both curbside and bus delivery! Starting Monday 11/30, here is our new schedule:
Delivery: FRIDAYS 11:45-12:00 @ 2909 John Marshall Drive (concurrent with FCPS food delivery) – NO MORE SCHOOL BUS LIBRARY BOOK DELIVERY ON MONDAYS – the Friday delivery replaces the previous Monday schedule
Curbside: Mondays 10-12 noon – Please phone the library @ 703-237-7012 when you arrive at school and Mrs. Kline will bring your student’s books to Door 1 (will no longer be sitting outside Door 1 during this interval)
Wednesdays 3:30-5:00 – please note these are NEW HOURS of when library staff will be at Door 1
Checkout from the school library is for ALL our students – please reach out to Mrs. Oswalt at beoswalt@fcps.edu if you have any questions about how your student can get library books. Happy reading!
Sleepy Hollow is Looking for Classroom Monitor Support & Substitute Teachers
New employment opportunity in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)
FCPS schools and centers will be hiring classroom monitors to provide in-person classroom assistance for students when a staff member remains virtual. If you would like more information about the position, please review the job description and qualifications online and apply if interested. Please feel free to share information about this opportunity with anyone else you think may be interested.
What are the job duties and minimum qualifications for a classroom monitor?
The classroom monitor position has been advertised with the following description:
Description: Provides in-person classroom assistance to a school or center assisting a virtual teacher with conducting classroom activities; works with individual and small groups of students; operates technology to include cameras, learning platforms, and learning tools; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; provides supervision throughout the school day including in the classroom, halls, lunch, recess, and specials; performs administrative and noninstructional duties, such as keeping daily attendance; and ensures all CDC/safety protocols and procedures (e.g., fire drills) are implemented and followed.
Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Must be comfortable with basic technology equipment/tools; knowledge of and ability to ensure all CDC/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; and ability to interact effectively with assigned student population
Hourly Band 4: $15.42
How do potential candidates apply?
Aligned with standard hiring practices all potential candidates must complete an online application. Candidates will be eligible to be hired once they apply and are screened by the HR team. If you are aware of potential applicants, direct them to use the following link to apply: http://careers.fcps.edu/gateway.htm?tg=supp&req=14097BR.
Take Care of Your Health and Wellness
It is more important than ever to get your flu shot
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Health Department Clinics in Mt. Vernon, Herndon, and Fairfax City (Willard) are providing flu shots for those on Medicaid, Medicare, and who are uninsured. Please call 703-246-7100 to make an appointment.
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Senior Centers are making appointments for flu shots too. Call 703-246-6010 to make an appointment.
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Neighborhood Health, primarily serving eastern Fairfax, will provide flu shots to its patients (and will enroll new patients). Call 703-535-5568 to make an appointment
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Healthworks primarily serving western Fairfax will provide flu shots to its patients (and will enroll new patients). Call 703-481-8160 to make an appointment
For those who are insured, please visit:
- Your primary care physician
- Just about any pharmacy
- Grocery stores
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FCPS Technology Resources
FCPS has developed multiple resources that can help with basic technology issues to support learning at home:
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The Parent Technology Help Desk (toll free) at 833-921-3277 is available for technical support questions about online parent accounts, your student’s FCPS laptop, or your student’s online applications.
- If there is a problem with your Sleepy Hollow issued laptop, you may enter a support request ticket via Parent and Student IT Portal
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FCPS' Parent Technology Resource page includes tip sheets in multiple languages that provide answers to basic questions about FCPS technologies.
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Laptop/MiFi problems supported by our Sleepy Hollow Technology Team will be addressed by APPOINTMENTS Only. If responding to Request IT tickets via the Parent and Student IT Portal, a technology team member will contact you. Please, NO Walk-In support requests. Thank you for your understanding.
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FCPS’ YouTube channel has videos on basic technology topics that highlight some of the key FCPS tools, such as Google and Blackboard. These videos are designed to provide solutions for quick, simple questions.
Other inquiries about FCPS programs or resources for families may be directed to the Parent Resource Center at 703-204-3941 or use one of our eight Parent Information Phone Lines for information in multiple languages.
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Community Resource
Warmline Available to All Virginians Struggling to Cope
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused upheaval and unexpected stress in the lives of so many people. To support Virginians, the VA C.O.P.E.S. (compassionate, optimistic, person-centered, empowering support) warmline is available to offer support. The mental health tip line started in May 2020 and, thanks to new funding, the service will be extended through May 2021.
Any Virginian can make a confidential call and speak to a crisis counselor about what's bothering them. The line is available Monday-Friday 9am-9pm and 5pm-9pm on the weekends by phone or text at 877-349-6428. Spanish counselors are also available.
The warmline is available to residents who may be struggling to cope with the effects of the pandemic including isolation, fear, grief, and anxiety. Not only will callers be provided a supportive compassionate ear, but they will also be provided additional information, resources, and referrals as needed.
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Parent Resource Center Webinars
Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home Series
Thursdays September 2020 through April 2021
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. and
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
In collaboration with FCPS Behavior Intervention Services, the Parent Resource Center brings you Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home Series of Webinars. This series will provide families with strategies and positive supports to help encourage social, emotional, and behavioral growth. For more information about each session visit: https://bit.ly/3hahky7
- 12/17/20: All Behavior Happens for a Reason: Behavior as Communication
- 01/21/21: Strategies for Increasing Replacement Behaviors
- 02/18/21: Teaching your Children to Follow Directions
- 03/18/21: Effectively Communicating with Your Child
- 04/22/21: Minimizing Prompts and Maximizing Your Child’s Independence
Register online: https://bit.ly/3hahky7
Upcoming Events
- December 10-18: Chanukah (begins sunset 12/10) - 12/18
- December 21 - January 1, 2021: Winter Break - No School
- December 25: Christmas
2020-21 Standard School Year Calendar.
Monitor you student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
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