Franconia ES Wednesday Word - 6/2/21

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 06/02/2021 05:00 PM EDT
library

 

LIBRARY NEWS

From Mrs. Vandersande, School Librarian

ONLINE BOOK FAIR

The book fair is LIVE now!

Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/Franconia from now until June 14. 

All purchases benefit the library!

Books will be shipped to your home and shipping is free on purchases over $25!

 

 

All Students to Be Virtual on June 8 Due to Democratic Primary Election

Tuesday, June 8, is the Democratic Primary Election. Because the Fairfax County Electoral Board and City of Fairfax Electoral Board will be using 165 school facilities as polling locations, June 8 will be a virtual synchronous learning day (no in-person classes) for students.

See the complete 2020-21 school year calendar.

Get more information about the primary elections.

 

scouts

 

SUMMER CAMP

Camp Rainbow

July 6-9, 2021, 9:00am-4:00pm

For girls in grades K-5 who do NOT currently have a Girl Scout membership.

Camp will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church.

Camp fee is $40, with financial assistance available.

Camp fees are nonrefundable. Camp will be held outside (with indoor safety location) to follow COVID -19 guidelines plus mandatory masks and social distancing.

Register here: http:/bit.ly/gscnc-cbc

If you do not have internet access, please call 703-372-4346.

For questions or more information, contact Michelle Johnson at mjohnson@gscnc.org or call 703-372-4346.

 

Camp Rainbow

del 6 al 9 de julio de 2021, de 9:00am-4:00pm

Para niñas de los grados K-5 que NO tienen actualmente una membresía de Girl Scouts.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Tarifas del campamento: $ 40 (asistencia financiera disponible)

Las tarifas del campamento no son reembolsables.  El campamento se llevará a cabo al aire libre (con ubicación de seguridad interior) para seguir las pautas de COVID -19 más máscaras obligatorias y distanciamiento social.

Se aceptarán inscripciones a partir del 17 de mayo: http: /bit.ly/gscnc-cbc

Si no tiene acceso a Internet, llame al 703-372-4346.

Si tiene preguntas o más información, comuníquese con Michelle Johnson en mjohnson@gscnc.org o llame al 703-372-4346.

 

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COVID-19 Vaccine Available to Children 12-15

Vaccine providers in Virginia began vaccinating teens between 12-15 years old, following federal approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine last week. Fairfax County Health Director Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu and FCPS Superintendent Scott Brabrand sent a joint letter to parents stressing the important role that vaccinating young people plays in keeping our schools a healthy place to learn.  Check out FCPS teens from Justice High School who are sharing why they are getting vaccinated.

Vaccines are widely available now:

  • To learn how to get a vaccine at a Health Department clinic site, including the Fairfax County Government Center, George Mason University, and the Tysons Community Vaccination Center, go to the Fairfax County COVID-19 Vaccine webpage or call the Fairfax County Health Department vaccine call center at 703-324-7404. You can schedule directly, and you don’t need to pre-register.
  • Walk-in appointments are also being offered at the Tysons Community Vaccination Center Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. This center is in the former Lord & Taylor site at Tysons Center at 7950 Tysons Corner Center in McLean.
  • To schedule an appointment at Inova’s Stonebridge site at 5001 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria, go to the Inova COVID-19 scheduling webpage.

FCPS Hosts COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in Schools

FCPS is excited to share that we will be partnering with the Fairfax County Health Department to offer COVID-19 vaccination opportunities for students (ages 12-and up) at several high school locations.  Vaccine events will take place:

 

end

 

End of Year Recognition Ceremonies

Information and Schedule

Below are our in-person ceremony attendee guidelines:

  • UPDATED: there is now NO capacity limits, so we will not be limiting the number of visitors to the EOY ceremonies.  Limit of TWO visitors per student – do not come with more than two visitors; they will not be admitted.
  • Virtual students are invited to participate in person as well – come to the gym at your designated time.  Transportation will not be provided for students who are currently virtual.
  • Parking for all visitors will be in the parking lot at the back of the building off Kathmoor Dr by the Kiss & Ride loop.
  • QR codes for signing in will be posted outside of the gym entrance and inside the gym.
  • Visitors will wear masks at all times while in the building.
  • Visitors will enter and exit through the rear gym doors.
  • Programs will be limited to approximately 30-40 minutes maximum.
  • No food, drink, or gifts (no balloons, etc). 
  • If you wish to take your child home with you at the conclusion of the program, you must sign them out with a Franconia employee stationed at the exit of the gym.
  • Please communicate with your child’s teacher your intention to attend in-person or participate virtually.
  • More information for virtual login, etc. will be communicated by your child’s teacher.

Please direct any questions to your child’s teacher.

 

Thursday, 6/3 (third grade)

  • 9:15 - Endicott/Haffner
  • 10:15 - Pina
  • 12:00 - Stump

Friday, 6/4 (kindergarten)

  • 9:30 - Allen
  • 12:00 - Branson
  • 1:00 - Channon
  • 2:00 - Tran

Wednesday, 6/9 (fifth grade)

  • 9:30 - Smith
  • 11:00 - Strei
  • 1:30 - Thompson

Thursday, 6/10 (fourth grade)

  • 9:30 - Blum
  • 12:30 - Rim
  • 2:00 - Younger

Friday, 6/11 (sixth grade) Bridging Ceremony will be hosted in the cafeteria.  More information regarding grade 6 to come soon.

  • 9:30 - Bensinger
  • 11:00 - Hicks
  • 12:30 - Morrison

 

medicing

 

Medication Pick-Up From Health Room

DEADLINE - Friday, 6/11, 1:30pm

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school.

Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded.  It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian.  Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services.  A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school.  Please be sure medication orders are clear.  All information on the form must be completed.  Part I must be signed and dated by the parent or guardian.  Part II must be signed and dated by your physician.  Over-the-counter medication given for headache, muscle pain, orthodontic pain, or menstrual cramps and antibiotic or anti-viral medication do not need a physician signature.  More detailed information is available on the back of the medication authorization form.

Over-the-counter medication must be in the original container and clearly labeled by the parent or guardian.  All prescription medication, including physician’s samples, must be labeled by the pharmacist or physician.  Please make sure that the label clearly states your student’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage of the medication, and the time interval for administration.

If your child will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, your existing long-term medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program.  Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

Your cooperation will ensure that we can safely give your student his or her medication.  If you have any questions, please contact your school health room aide LaQuasha Eason, at 702-822-2210, or your school public health nurse Laura Lux, at 703-704-6093.

 

music

 

Exciting Announcements from the Franconia Music Department!

Band, Strings, Chorus NEXT Year

3rd, 4th and 5th grade students are viewing a presentation in music class this week where they will learn about music opportunities for next year.  In 4th grade, students may sign up for strings; in 5th and 6th grades, students may sign up for chorus and/or play an instrument in the strings or band programs.

Sign into your child’s google account to view this informational slide show

At this time, we ask that you consider what your child may wish to participate in next year.  All of these classes are free of charge and occur during the school day.  (All students participating in band or strings must have an instrument; there are affordable rental instruments available through local stores or the school).

Please contact any of the teachers with any questions:

 

kinder

 

***Please register by 6/11***

Kindergarten 2021-2022

Do you have a child will be 5 years of age by September 30, 2021, and do you plan on sending them to kindergarten for the 2021-2022 school year?

If your child is ready for kindergarten, please fill out the form at this link so you are put on our list of incoming kindergarten families for 2021-2022:

Also, share this info with your neighbors who have a child that meets the above criteria.

All the forms needed for registration can be found here:

Franconia Elementary School office - 703-822-2200

 

cares

 

FCPS CARES

Recognize FCPS Employees

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care.

The end of the school year is a great time to acknowledge someone who has worked with your child or family during this unpredictable year.

Learn how you can acknowledge an FCPS employee for their great work.

 

form

 

Student Intention

School Year 2021-2022

Where will your child attend school next year?

Please complete the form at this link: https://forms.gle/GdNAPcVKS48fJ1mP7.

 

counselor

Character Trait of the Month

May’s Character Trait was resilience - when things are hard, you don't give up and quit.

Check out Franconia Penguins practicing resilience at:

https://youtu.be/oHm2QF6Tk94

For any questions, please contact the School Counselors, Mrs. Guillion (vguillion@fcps.edu) or Mrs. Coleman (kdcoleman@fcps.edu).

 

computer

 

Student Passwords and Access to Apps over the Summer 

Student passwords will not be reset by the county until they return in the Fall. This means that ST Math, Imagine Learning, Pioneer Valley, and Waterford (Kindergarten only) will remain available to students until Friday, August 6.

To access these applications, students can sign into Schoology, click on the app menu, and then select Clever to be taken to a sign on page.  If you have questions about any of these applications, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.

 

 

reading

 

This summer, help your child become a confident, enthusiastic reader in the Summer Reading Skills Programs, offered through a partnership with the University of Richmond School of Professional & Continuing Studies and taught by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development.

Strengthen Skills, Build Confidence, Enjoy Reading

These programs teach key reading skills for every grade, from phonics and sight words for younger children, to comprehension, textbook strategies and writing skills for older kids, and everything in between.

Guided by a knowledgeable and supportive teacher, students in these programs experience reading success again and again, developing their skills and building confidence in outstanding books at the right level of challenge for each age.

Your child will build the skills, confidence, and motivation he or she needs to become an avid, enthusiastic reader, who enjoys reading for school and for pleasure.

How the Programs Work

Your child will attend weekly live online classes that build skills and provide great experiences with terrific books – books that are filled with interesting characters, exciting storylines, and engaging themes. Between classes, your child will practice reading and complete fun interactive lessons that develop core skills and build confidence.

An Institute of Reading Development teacher will provide all the support and instruction your child needs to grow as a reader and student.  Your child will get a jumpstart on the next school year and be ready to make it a big success! 

Learn More About Your Child’s Reading Development.  Call to speak with a reading program advisor.  

A variety of weekday and weekend options are available.

 
military

 

Information Sessions

PEATC (Parent Education Advocacy Training Center) has some exciting virtual training opportunities for our military families who have students with disabilities coming up over the next several weeks.  Below is the information about each.

Training Events:

In collaboration with VDOE, PEATC is offering training events for both professionals and parents again this year.  As much as we would like to see everyone, VDOE is requiring that these events be virtual.  It will be recorded presentations that are self-paced, but we are offering one live session for each event.  Please see the attached flyers for details, or you can register using the links below:

  1. On the Front Lines ( for professionals including EFM and SLOs, Purple Star School POCs, MFLCs and ombudsmen, formerly EFM/SLO training) – two opportunities to participate:
    1. July 8-15, 2021; Live event on July 13th at 12:00 p.m. Registration: https://efmpslojuly2021.eventbrite.com
  2. In the Trenches (for service members, parents, families, and caregivers only, formerly Squared Away) – two opportunities to participate:
    1. July 17-25, 2021; Live event on July 22nd at 7:00 p.m., Registration: https://inthetrenchesjuly2021.eventbrite.com

Sometimes military networks don’t like our registration links or will block Eventbrite links, so you may need to try registering from a home network and/or computer.  If you have any trouble accessing these links or registering, please call our office at (703) 923-0010 and speak with our administrative assistant, Andersen Guske.  He will be able to take all the necessary information to complete the registration for you.

Contact Info:

Amanda Raymond

Military Outreach and Family Support Specialist

Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)

(800) 869-6782

www.PEATC.org

 

FCPS Parent Resource Center

FREE Webinar Classes

 

ST Math: Help Children Love Math This Summer: A Webinar for K-6 Families

Every student has the potential to deeply understand and truly love math. This belief helps ST Math become a powerful tool many students are using in FCPS. Students develop their math knowledge through challenging puzzles, non-routine problem solving, and informative feedback.

Join us for this important webinar to learn how families can use ST Math with their children to help them develop a deep conceptual understanding of mathematics.

Webinar Highlights:

  • Discover how learning occurs in ST Math
  • Support students working in the program from home
  • Uncover how to view student progress
  • Locate additional resources for ST Math use at home

Presented by Jim deBerjeois, and Vivian Doughty, Professional Learning Specialists at MIND Research Unit.

Monday June 7, 2021, 0 - 10:45 a.m. & 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Register for ST Math: Help Children Love Math This Summer: A Webinar for K-6 Families

 

Penguin Points

Click on a link for information

Franconia Elementary School website