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Dear Stenwood Families,
It is hard to believe that June is just around the corner! During these last two weeks of the school year, we look forward to celebrating our perseverance through a challenging year and reflecting on our successes and growth. It will be a busy time with many end of year activities, outdoor class reunions, the 6th grade promotion ceremonies, and more! Please be reminded that Tuesday, June 8th is a virtual, synchronous day. There will be no in-person learning at school this day, but please plan on having your child log on Schoology at 9:05am this morning to their virtual classroom for a full day of online learning!
We hope you have a safe Memorial Day weekend. On Monday, May 31st, all FCPS schools and offices will be closed. We’ll see you back on Tuesday for the beginning of June!
In today’s newsletter:
- Summer Practice Books
- Laptop and Equipment Collection (*Updated*)
- Schoology Survey
- Book Fair Extended to May 31st!
- Library Closing: All Library Books Are Now Overdue
- PTA - School Supply Orders for 2021-22 School Year (*New*)
- Head Start Applications for 2021-22 School Year
- Lost and Found
- Marshall Pyramid Virtual Art Show
- Resources for Families
- Moving Over the Summer?
- Meal Distribution Bus Routes
We hope you have a great weekend.
Erica Riley, Principal
esriley@fcps.edu
Twitter @esriley1
Meredith Mitchell, Assistant Principal
mamitchell@fcps.edu
Twitter @MereMitchellAP
Summer Practice Books in June
FCPS will be helping to ensure all students have access to learning materials over the summer by providing Summer Practice Books. The books provide suggested activities to support continued learning over the summer break. Families who have opted-out of paper mailings from the division will only receive a digital link.
Books will be mailed home to families in early June to arrive before the last day of school, June 11th. If books do not arrive ahead of the last day of school, families are encouraged to reach out and request print copies.
Students will receive the following books:
- Pre-kindergarten students will receive one interdisciplinary summer practice book.
- Students enrolled in grades K-8 in 2020-21 will receive one Language Arts practice book and one Math practice book by course enrollment. These books will also include information and guidance about digital tools that can be accessed by students and families to support learning throughout the summer.
- English learners and students receiving Special Education services may receive additional or customized books.
Please see the Summer Practice Books public webpage for more information and details about customized books for English learners and Special Education students.
Laptop and Equipment Collection
As we prepare for the end of the school year, we need your help to make sure your FCPS computer and charger are ready to be collected. Computers should be cleared of all stickers, screens should be cleaned with an electronic wipe, and keyboards, mice, and covers should be wiped down with a Clorox or other disinfecting wipe. Please watch this video for more information. Please contact Jackie Krum if you have any questions.
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In Person students will be asked to return their laptop during the last week of school.
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Virtual students will be able to sign up for a slot on either June 21st or June 22nd, more information to come. If you are a virtual family and your child has not been using your school issued laptop, you can reach out to Mr. Fenton to arrange a time to return it earlier.
Schoology Survey
Thank you for participating in our Schoology pilot year. We would like you to take a short survey about your experience. Your answers will help us make any necessary improvements as we prepare all FCPS schools to begin using Schoology in the 2021-22 school year. The survey will take between 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you for your valuable time and important ideas.
Please complete the survey by Friday, May 28th.
Survey link: Spring Family Pilot Year Schoology Feedback
Book Fair Extended to May 31st!
Take this last chance to support the library and stock up for Summer Reading Bingo!
Beginning April 28th and running through May 31st, our book fair vendor, Bookworm Central, will be opening its virtual warehouse doors for us to have a book fair!
Stock up now for summer reading options and educational games to keep your kids excited about reading, learning, and exploring. As a bonus, there is free shipping directly to your house on orders over $30! Don’t forget to check out the teacher wish lists. Go to Bookworm Central and feel free to shop! Let Mrs. Cole know what questions you have: nhcole@fcps.edu .
*Please note, Bookworm Central is a local vendor that is intent on helping connect your children with great books. Safety is paramount for their staff and for you. At the warehouse, your orders are packed by team members practicing social distancing, always wearing gloves and masks, and continually disinfecting surface areas.
Stenwood Library Closing
ALL LIBRARY BOOKS ARE NOW OVERDUE
The Stenwood Library is closing for the year! Mrs. Cole needs to get back all the library books that have been checked out this year. Virtual students can return their books to the main foyer at the front of the school during regular school hours. In-person students can return their books to their classroom library return bins. If you are uncertain if your student has anything checked out, please contact Mrs. Cole and she’ll be happy to update you. |
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PTA School Supply Orders for the
2021-22 School Year
Once again, the PTA is working with Sprout Supplies to offer our families the option of purchasing school supply kits for next school year. Order by May 31st and you will be automatically entered in a drawing to win your kit for free!
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To order, go to www.sproutsupplies.com and use school code SES005. Be sure to choose the correct grade level supply kit for the upcoming school year 2021-22. For any questions or assistance needed with your order, please contact Sprout customer service. |
If you would like to order a kit for a family in need contact dmheier@yahoo.com.
Things to Know:
- Kits include everything on our Stenwood teachers' grade level supply lists for next school year. Your student kit is individually packaged with all the items.
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This is not a PTA fundraiser. The online store option is offered as a service to our parents so that you don't have to hunt down the individual items. You are welcome to shop for the items on your class list outside of this sale.
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Kits are shipped directly to the school. Your kit will be delivered to your child's classroom for the Open House/first day of school.
Head Start Applications for 2021-22 School Year
- FCPS PreK and Early Head Start is now accepting applications for School Year 2021-22! Please watch this video to see if your 3 or 4 year old may qualify for PreK. To apply online: www.fcps.edu search: PreK Email: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu
For more information call our English Line: 703-208-7900
- ¡FCPS PreK y Early Head Start ya está aceptando aplicaciones para el año escolar 2021-22! Por favor mire este video para ver si su hijo de 3 o 4 años puede calificar para PreK. Para aplicar en línea: www.fcps.edu busque: PreK Correo electrónico: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu
Para más información llame a la línea de español: 703-208-7901
Lost and Found
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As we have returned in person, our Lost and Found pile has grown. Is your student missing a jacket, sweater, water bottle or lunch box? Please have your child stop by the Lost and Found table outside the cafeteria and check for any missing items. |
Pictures of all Lost and Found items can be seen here.
Marshall Pyramid Virtual Art Show
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Student artwork from schools within the Marshall Pyramid were featured in the 2021 Marshall Pyramid Virtual Art Show. |
Watch this video to see our Stingers Artists artwork!
Resources for Families
Technology Resources
RTS Resources
Moving Over the Summer?
If your family is moving over the summer or will not be attending Stenwood next year, please contact our registrar, Sonja Hunt, at snhunt@fcps.edu and let her know your plans. Thank you! |
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Meal Distribution Bus Routes
Here is the meal distribution bus route schedule.
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Don't miss out! Most of the Grab & Go locations have switched to a Fairfax Meal Kits site. Fairfax Meal Kits contain seven days of breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, and supper items packed in bulk. The kits will be available for pick up every Monday from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or until supplies run out. Please see the Return to School food webpage for locations. |
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