 Multicultural Night 2021
Dear Woodburn Families,
The past few weeks have been exciting across FCPS! Our school buildings went from silent to joyful as our students returned to in-person instruction. As of March 19, more than 109,000 students and staff have returned for in-person learning. We love seeing our wildcats at school and look forward to all that is to come after spring break.
Updated CDC guidance released on March 19 allows schools to adjust social distancing from six feet to three feet with universal masking in classroom settings. FCPS will be reviewing the new guidance with schools, the Fairfax County Health Department, and other stakeholders this coming week, and will be proposing next steps after completing a thorough review. In the meantime, we will continue to follow the CDC’s recommended mitigation strategies to keep students and staff safe in schools.
Thank for the continued support you show us and our staff. We are honored to partner with you to support your children’s education. We wish you a restful spring break. We look forward to seeing all students on Tuesday, April 8.
Together we grow!
Katy and Bridget
P2 Trait of the Week:
Identifying and appreciating the good in others!
March 29 - April 2 - Spring Break
April 5 - No School for Students
April 8 - Spring Level II & II AAP Screening Parent Session, 7pm
April 12 - Kindergarten Virtual Orientation, 2 pm
See the complete 2020-21 school year calendar
Our office will be closed March 29 - April 2. The office will reopen on Monday, April 5 at 9 am.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is committed to providing all students access to meals during one early release school day, the week of spring break when schools are closed and one teacher workday when students are not in school. Information about meal delivery can be found here.
Spring break is March 29-April 2, and Monday, April 5 is a teacher workday. We hope you take time for some well-deserved rest and relaxation! If you make plans to travel, please consider the following information:
- The Virginia Department of Health urges all Virginians to avoid non-essential travel, especially if you are at higher risk of serious COVID-19 or if you will be visiting someone at higher risk of serious COVID-19. This recommendation applies to everyone, even if you have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have fully recovered from COVID-19.
- FCPS does not currently have travel restrictions. Students are not required to quarantine or provide COVID 19 test results for either domestic or international travel. Parents may opt to keep their students at home for 14 days after they return from travel, however, it is not required.
Upon returning, any student, staff member or visitor demonstrating symptoms of illness is asked to stay home to help “Stop the Spread” of COVID-19.
We will be holding a virtual information session on Thursday, April 8 at 7 pm to share details about the levels of services provided at Woodburn through the Advanced Academic Program (AAP) and how you can advocate for your child’s participation. Spanish interpretation will be provided.
Every spring, Woodburn screens all of our students for eligibility in Levels 2 or 3. Parents of kindergarteners through 5th grade have the opportunity to refer their child for Level 2 or Level 3 services by submitting the referral linked here by April 16th. It’s always important for families to be a part of this process and for your voices heard.
We hope to see you there! If you have any questions about the information session or the AAP, please contact Margie Campbell at mmcampbell@fcps.edu
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84683425167
We will be holding a virtual orientation for all rising kindergartners and their families on April 12 at 2 pm. Students will have the chance to meet our kindergarten teachers and learn about Woodburn. Parents and families will receive tips to help prepare your child for kindergarten and have the opportunity to ask questions about the upcoming school year.
We look forward to meeting our incoming wildcats! Please reach out to Jackie Garcia at 703-641-8200 with any questions.
Kindergarten Registration Information
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89574399606
As more students have phased back in, we wanted to share with you that our Kiss & Ride procedures have changed during dismissal. In the past years, students were called to the cafeteria to sit and be dismissed as the cars arrived. However, due to the notion of co-mingling this year, we are unable to have students congregate in the cafeteria. Therefore, students are walking from their classrooms to the cars. We appreciate your understanding, as it may take students a bit longer to exit the building.
Student Portraits
On April 19, all virtual students will have the opportunity to get their school year photo taken by Lifetouch Studios. There will be safety measures in place - Picture Day Safety Protocols Video.
VIRTUAL STUDENTS ONLY-Please register in advance using the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944AFAB2AA4F94-spring
Please drive in using the kiss and ride loop. Wait in your car until a staff member invites your child inside. The student will enter the building, proceed to the cafeteria, have their photo taken and exit back out to their car.
Students who are in person will have their photos taken on Wednesday, April 21st and Thursday, April 22nd. In-person students do not need to sign up for a slot.
Orders can be made online or using the form located our website. If you use the form, please make sure your child brings it along with payment on picture day.
Welcome to En Pocas Palabras FCPS Podcast from Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). Listen to En Pocas Palabras FCPS in Spanish and English to hear timely, important information related to school news. FCPS cares about all families. The podcast is produced in conjunction with the Office for ESOL Services and the Office of Professional Learning and Family Engagement.
The goal of every podcast is to help families access key resources and understand how to best support their children’s education. En Pocas Palabras FCPS will bring you something new to discover. We are a community. Together, we are stronger! Listen on:
2021-2022 PTA Board Nominating Committee Launching
The PTA is seeking nominations for the Woodburn PTA Executive Board for the 2020-2021 school year! The Executive Board includes President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.
These positions are critical to the PTA's mission of enriching students' education through cultural programs, events for families, teacher support, and curriculum enhancements.
Here are the details of the duties and time commitments for each position. There are also other positions listed if you are volunteering for the PTA in another role. If you have questions or are interested in nominating yourself or someone else, please reach out directly to individuals on the nominating committee, Eric Sorensen (eric@principlefitness.com) and Jenny Boeder (gouldboeder@aol.com).
Useful Links/Information
FCPS Return to School
Woodburn Return to School
FCPS Return to School Family Guide
FCPS Technology Support for Families
Woodburn School Website
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