Welcome Back!
Dear Parents/Guardians:
I hope this letter finds your family healthy and well. I have had the opportunity to spend much needed time with my family and taking the time to heal from a very challenging 2021. I hope you had the same opportunity with your family and friends. I miss you and our Ravens and look forward to seeing you and our wonderful students very soon. We would not have made it through last year if it wasn't for your support. I will be forever grateful to you.
We look forward to welcoming our students to five days of in-person learning this year. We understand that for some of our students, this will be their first time in a traditional school in almost two years. That is why our amazing staff at Poe will focus on building relationships and making every student feel comfortable and confident as they reenter school.
Our priority will be to focus on student health, wellness, relationships, and academics. We believe the foundation for learning is to make students feel safe in a trusting environment where everyone feels welcomed and accepted. We will continue to keep equity, access to curriculum, resources, and rigorous instruction at the center of all that we do for our students at Poe.
We will continue to forge strong partnerships with you through our Family Engagement efforts to ensure we are meeting the needs of every family and student in our school community. We look forward to an amazing school year as everyone at Poe will Lead with our Strengths this year!
Jason Pannutti
Principal
Poe Middle School
Mark Your Calendar
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August 9: Jump Start - Rising 6th Grade
August 10: Jump Start- Rising 7th and Rising 8th
August 17: Raven Meet and Greet for 6th Grade students/families 3:00-5:00pm
August 18th: Raven Meet and Greet for 7th Grade students 3:00 pm-4:30pm / 8th Grade 4:30 pm-6:00pm
August 23: First Day of School
Sept 3-6: Labor Day Holiday
Sept 17: Poe Parent Coffee - Topic: SIS ParentVUE/Schoology (9:30 am - 10:30 am)
Sept 22: Back to School Night 6:00-8:00pm (virtual)
Sept 24: Poe PTSA Meeting/Family Movie Night sponsored by PTSA
Ravens Family Meet and Greet- August 17th and August 18th
Please join us for our annual Poe Raven Meet and Greet! This will be an opportunity for students and parents/guardians to pick up class schedules, join the PTSA, meet your child’s teachers, and ask any questions prior to the start of the school. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.
Raven Family Meet and Greet Schedule
August 17th - 6th Grade 3:00-5:00 PM
Transportation will be available at our feeder elementary schools:
- Annandale Terrace Elementary, 2:30 PM
- Braddock Elementary (Commons Dr/Nathan Hale Dr), 2:30 PM
- Columbia Elementary, 2:30 PM
- Mason Crest Elementary, 2:30 PM
August 18th - 7th Grade 3:00-4:30 PM / 8th Grade 4:30-6:00 PM
Transportation will be available at our feeder elementary schools:
- Annandale Terrace Elementary, 2:30 PM
- Braddock Elementary (Common Dr/Nathan Hill Dr), 2:30 PM & 4:00 PM
- Columbia Elementary, 2:30 PM & 4:00 PM
- Mason Crest Elementary, 2:30 PM & 4:00 PM
*Masks must be worn by everyone in attendance.
**Parents/guardians and Poe students only.
Summer Resources for Poe Families
The Raven’s Nest will be open on Thursdays from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM this summer. No appointment necessary!
Please visit if you need:
- Food
- Clothes / Shoes
- Housewares
- Books / Games
- Information about additional resources
The Raven’s Nest is located in trailer #3 behind the school.
For more information, please call Ms. Ramirez at 703-813-3801.
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Important- 7th and 8th Grade Immunizations
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
Effective July 1, 2021 all students entering 7th grade will be required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), and Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY). Seventh grade students cannot begin school in August without proper TDAP and Meningococcal documentation. Documentation can be submitted to Mrs. Bullock at mnbullock@fcps.edu or dropped off at the main office of the school.
Vaccination reminder 2021-22 English and Spanish
Your student will not be able to attend school if you do not submit your TDAP immunization by August 13th, 2021. Please contact the school at 703-813-3800 if you have any questions.
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Technology Update
Students, families, and teachers throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system beginning in the 2021-2022 academic year. Schoology is a learning space that enhances communication, collaboration, and personalized learning for students, teachers, and families. As a parent or guardian, you will be able to use Schoology to view:
- your child's classes
- your child’s assignments and participation
- your child’s calendar
- teacher comments, scores, and feedback
We are asking that you make sure you have registered for a SIS/ParentVUE account: http://bit.ly/FCPSSIS .
Learn more about Schoology: https://www.fcps.edu/schoology
Login information for Schoology Parent Access will be communicated the first week of school.
Transportation Survey
Welcome back to full-time and in-person instruction in the fall!
Because of a serious shortage of school bus drivers, it is important that Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Office of Transportation Services plans the most efficient possible routes for the coming school year. Therefore, please respond to this survey to assist us in this planning. Submit a separate survey for each of your children enrolled in FCPS.
During the school year, changes to your intent can be made with Mrs. Bullock (Student Services Assistant) if the need for transportation changes.
Please see your SIS ParentVue account if you are unsure of your student's ID number. https://www.fcps.edu/resources/technology/student-information-system-sis-fcps
Submit your response today, one for each child in your household enrolled in FCPS. Your immediate attention to this matter is appreciated. Eligible riders needing transportation may review student route assignments by accessing ParentVue any time after August 9th, or by contacting your transportation or school office. Additions and adjustments will be made weekly. All students eligible for transportation services will be provided transportation, even those whose parents did not complete this survey. This information is important for planning purposes only.
Survey link: https://forms.office.com/r/RSLndT5VS8
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Wellness Resources
Emotional Wellness Resource
Explores Strategies for Enhancing Parents’ Well-Being
Healthy Minds Podcast: Purposeful Conversations
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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