Coates Family Newsletter for 11/5/2021

Dear Coates Families,

November already? How did that happen! As we begin the 2nd quarter of school and enter into the Thanksgiving season, I want to say thank you for sharing your kids with us, for supporting your child’s teachers, and for instilling good character in your children.

Warm regards,

Mrs. Jessica King, Acting Principal

Mrs. Jenn Gray, Acting Assistant Principal


Ages 5-11 Vaccination Update

Community clinics and local pediatricians will begin administering the COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11 very soon. Up-to-date information about vaccination opportunities will be available on our website

We asked local pediatricians to talk with us about some of the questions families have about the vaccine. In this short video  we learn how the vaccine works and its safety.


FCPS Outstanding Employee Nominations Open!

As you may know, every year Fairfax County Public Schools recognizes outstanding employees at all levels. Once again, all schools in FCPS are encouraged to nominate outstanding employees, who may go on to win at the pyramid, Region, or even Division levels. 

Categories include:

  • Outstanding Teacher
  • Outstanding New Teacher (first three years)
  • Outstanding Principal
  • Outstanding Leader (Assistant Principal)
  • Outstanding Professional Employee 
  • Outstanding Operational Employee

We are asking you, the Coates community, to help us gather names for this process.

If you would like to nominate a Coates staff member for any of the above awards, please email Amy Marney at ajmarney@fcps.edu no later than Monday, November 8 for more information.  All responses will be kept confidential.  Please keep in mind the following criteria for your submission:

  • Instills in students a desire to learn and achieve
  • Understands the individual needs of students, encourages their talents, and fosters their self-esteem
  • Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of subject matter and the ability to share it effectively with students
  • Fosters cooperative relationships and engages with their colleagues and the community
  • Demonstrates outstanding leadership

Mark Your Calendars:

Thursday, November 11:  Two-hour early release

Wednesday, November 24 – Friday, November 26:  Holiday (Thanksgiving)