School Counselors: All In for All Students
National School Counseling Week
February 1 – 5
National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.
FCPS employs close to 700 school counseling professionals, including school counselors, directors of student services, and career center specialists. These professionals are committed to preparing students to become lifelong learners and productive members in a global society with a focus on social emotional wellness, academic success, and college and career readiness. Thank you to all of our school counseling professionals Ms. Carrie, Ms. Kim, Mrs. Mourning, and Mrs. Turner for the tremendous work they do!
Inclement Weather
Check the FCPS website for information about school closures and changes to virtual learning during inclement weather.
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Student Laptop
Microsoft License
Your child may receive a message on his or her laptop that Windows or Microsoft Office license is about to expire. WHen students are at Poe, these licenses would be automatically updated when you log into the computer on the school’s Fairfax wifi network.
You may resolve the issue by coming to Poe (or any FCPS school near you) and getting close enough to the building to pick up the Fairfax wifi network.
- Start the computer and log in and stay logged in for five minutes
- Restart the computer and log in again.
It is preferred that you do this once a month for the remainder of Virtual Learning.
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Attendance: Marked CUT
Participation and engagement in a virtual environment are essential to student learning. In order to facilitate conversations about student achievement, Poe Middle School will be utilizing CUT, a mark in SIS attendance, to show instances where students do not participate.
- A student logging into class who never gives any indication of their presence during class.
- Never responds, in any fashion, when called on. Student is given at least 3 opportunities to respond during different times of the period.
- Is still logged on after class ends, without ever participating.
All CUTs, ghosting, or logging off without permission will be tracked on SIS and teachers will notify parents and administrators.
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2021-2022 Course Selections:
Planning for the 2021-2022 school year has begun. Beginning early February and throughout the month of March, Poe school counselors will review course selection google forms and meet with students for academic advising sessions. Students are encouraged to select courses based on teacher feedback, progress in current courses, academic strengths, and personal interests. During this time, they will discuss the student’s course selections and answer any questions they may have. The 2021-2022 Course Descriptions and Guide are now available on the Poe Middle School website here.
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Poe Book Bus
Our next Poe Book Bus will be at elementary schools on February 8. Students will be able to check out books from the Poe LIbrary and their classroom libraries this week. Books will be available for pick up at the following locations:
- Annandale Terrace Elementary (11:00-1:00)
- Mason Crest Elementary (11:00-1:00)
- Braddock Elementary (11:00-1:00)
- Poe Middle School (4:00-6:00)
Parents, if you would like to volunteer to help with our mission to provide books to students, sign up here.
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College Partnership Program
Want to go to college? Not sure where to begin? The College Partnership Program (CPP) is designed to assist students who are traditionally underrepresented in college (i.e., First-generation, African-American or Black, Hispanic, American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, English Learners, students with disabilities or economically disadvantaged) in exploring, applying and enrolling in college. In accordance with FCPS’ goal to eliminate gaps in opportunity, access and achievement for all students, CPP focuses on academic advising, college visits, parent engagement and preparation beyond high school.
The ONLINE application for 8th grade students is open now and closes on March 19, 2021. Please click HERE (Online Application 2021-22) to apply. For more information, click here to view the CPP PowerPoint Presentation! If you have questions or want assistance with the application, please contact Hana Kim, 7th grade counselor, at hkim1@fcps.edu or 703-813-3865.
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George Mason Early Identification Program
The Early Identification Program is a college preparatory program offered to students through collaborative efforts of FCPS and George Mason University for students who will be the first in their family to attend a four-year college in the United States. Nominated students apply to the program at the end of the 7th grade and enter the program in the 8th grade.
To nominate a 7th grade student or if you have questions, contact Hana Kim at 703-813-3865 or hkim1@fcps.edu, Nomination deadline is Feb 11, 2021.
George Mason Early Identification Program
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After-School Program
We have Two New clubs!
If interested please sign up here or email (pgharsh@fcpsschools.net)
Book Club (2:30-3:30) Tuesdays
Hey Raven Readers! Do you like exploring the world around you through a good book? Do you enjoy discussing books and new ideas with your friends? If so, join Poe’s Book Club! Each week, we will choose a different theme to explore through books. You will have the opportunity to read a wide selection of books including graphic novels, short stories, and books in verse. All readers are welcome!
Dungeons & Dragons (3:45-4:45) Mondays
Do you like storytelling and using your imagination to work as a team to combat the evil goblins or just cause chaos? Then join Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), a role-playing game that is fun for everyone!
Access to After-School Schedule
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No Cost Grab and Go Meals for all students
Updated bus schedule
Breakfast and lunch meals are offered Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) from 8:00am to 12:30pm at no-cost to any student. Meals for Saturday and Sunday, as well as snacks and dinners, are offered at sites and on bus routes every Friday.
Meal Kits that include seven days of breakfast and lunch are also available on Wednesdays at several schools in the Annandale area including:
Columbia ES -- 6720 Alpine Dr.
Woodburn ES -- 3401 Hemlock Dr.
Sleepy Hollow ES -- 3333 Sleepy Hollow Rd.
Belvedere ES -- 6540 Columbia Pike
More information is available online, or by calling the Office of Food and Nutrition Services at 703-813-4800.
If your family needs additional food assistance,
please call Ms. Ramirez at 703-813-3801.
More resources are available!
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Save the Date
February 1 - Report Cards mailed home
February 1-5 - National School Counseling Week
February 8 - Book Bus Deliveries
February 11 - GMU EIP Program Nominations Due (contact hkim1@fcps.edu)
February 12 - 2021-2022 Poe course selection Request Form opens
February 15 - Student/Teacher Holiday
February 16 - New Bell Schedule
March 19 - CCP Applications Due (more info on CPP)
We will share return to in-person learning dates as they become available.
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Helpful Links
Emotional Wellness Resource
Food Distribution Information
Map of Food Resources in Fairfax County
Technology Support for Families
Online Tech Support
ParentVUE support request
Student Services site (school counselor contact information)
Return to School: Frequently Asked Questions for Families
FCPS Return to School
Mitigation Efforts at Poe -
Poe Mitigation Protocols Document
https://www.fcps.edu/returntoschool
Virtual Learning - Tech Tips
Low-Cost Healthcare Resources
FCPS COVID-19 Dashboard
FCPS Cares.
The FCPS Family Guide for Return to School has information on topics like concurrent instruction, lunch, the mandatory mask policy, laptops, and health protocols.
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Crisis Text: text NEEDHELP to 85511
Crisislink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE
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