 Happy Friday Bonnie Brae Community,
We are grateful each and every week for the veterans in the Bonnie Brae Community. If you haven't had the opportunity to view our virtual Veterans Day concert, please click the link below. It is one of many ways we were able to honor our veterans at BBES this week. Looking ahead to next week we are going to be hosting our November Principal's Coffee on Wednesday, November 17th at 10:00am. Our focus will be on student wellness in the area of Media Balance and Well-Being with our Erica Demick who is our Bonnie Brae School Based Technology Specialist. In addition, Caitlin Burg, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher will be hosting a virtual information meeting on Advanced Academics on November 18 at 10:00am and 5:00pm hosted by Kaitlin Burg. We hope your children had a wonderful week and we are looking forward to seeing them back on Monday.
Sincerely,
Dwayne Young, Interim Principal
Elaine Woo, Assistant Principal
Scott Hawk, Assistant Principal
COVID Weekly Update
Every week, we will provide an update on our COVID-19 status to keep you informed. Parents interested in following the daily case reporting can refer to the COVID-19 Dashboard on the FCPS website. If you have any questions about how we are staying safe so we can keep learning in person, please contact the BBES office at 703-321-3900.
Bonnie Brae reports 1 positive COVID-19 case this week. 1 is a student and 0 are staff.
3 students and staff will be learning and teaching remotely while in a pause, quarantine, or isolation.
Remember, do your part to keep our school safe: Wear your mask, get vaccinated if you are eligible, practice healthy hygiene, and stay home when you are sick.
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Positivity Project
We continue to work to empower students to build positive relationships through the Positivity Project. For the next two week's leading up to Thanksgiving, the focus will be on Gratitude.
You are aware of and thankful for good things that happen. “Be thankful for what you have.”
To learn more about the Positivity Project and the 24 character strengths, click here.
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Veteran's Day Virtual Concert
Fourth Grade honored the individuals who have served our country through music. The 4th grade students worked hard to learn songs about and to honor our Veterans. This year, the 4th grade presented this concert virtually. We encourage you to share this presentation with your family, friends, and a Veteran!
Below, Second Graders had the opportunity to listen to Col. Krafchick share his experience as a Veteran! Col. Krafchick has been a member of the BBES community and a father of two former Scotties! We are grateful for his service to our country and the time he gave to share his story today with the students!
Today and everyday, we are so grateful for our Veterans and the great sacrifice they have made to serve our country.
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Parent Coffee Meeting
Every month, our Administrative Team offers an opportunity for our community to come together and hear about happenings at BBES! Please join us next Wednesday, November 17 from 10:00 - 11:00 am via Zoom.
This month, our School-based Technology Specialist, Erica Demick, will be joining us as we focus on Student Wellness in the area of Media Balance and Well-being.
This session will help parents:
- Understand developmental factors to consider
- How to proactively prepare and establish boundaries with your child
- How to respond to challenges when they arise
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AAP Level IV Information Meeting
FCPS offers a continuum of advanced academic services for all students in Grades K-12. Some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science).
Parents may join our virtual informational meeting on November 18 at 10:00 AM or 5:00 PM hosted by Kaitlin Burg (Advanced Academic Resource Teacher) to learn about Level IV services and how students are screened.
Our virtual meeting will be held in Zoom- Meeting ID: 955 1530 7598 and Passcode: 971462
Preschool Transition to Kindergarten
For our pre-school parents, FCPS holds Parent Meetings/Information Sessions to discuss the transition to Kindergarten. Please review the linked flyer for the meeting information. If you are planning to attend one of the meetings, please email Dorie Johanns. Bonnie Brae is a school in Region 4, however, FCPS will share the same information at all of the meetings if you cannot attend the designated Region 4 meeting. If you have any questions after the meeting, please reach out to Dorie Johanns to further discuss your child’s transition to Kindergarten.
Saturday Enrichment Program through William & Mary University
William & Mary’s Center for Gifted Education is excited to share their Saturday Enrichment Program (SEP) with your family. SEP is an academically challenging program with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning. The program is not meant to replace the regular school curriculum; rather, it recognizes the importance of allowing able children to explore additional specialized areas of science, mathematics, humanities, and the arts. There are spring virtual courses available in the areas of engineering, music, STEM, coding, writing, social science, and many more. Visit the website or view the flyer for more information and to register.
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Thanksgiving Luncheon Update
Due to vendor and transportation issues, Food Services shared that schools will not be serving Thanksgiving lunch this year. Traditionally, this was also a community event where parents came in to support. However, due to safety protocols, this will not be happening this year.
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Outstanding Staff Nominations
Every year, parents, staff members, and the community have an opportunity to nominate Outstanding Employees at our school. Nominations can be made for Outstanding Teacher, Outstanding New Teacher, Outstanding Leader, Outstanding Professional Employee, and Outstanding Operational Employee. If you'd like to nominate one or more of our amazing staff members, please review this Nomination Guide and complete the Nomination Form. Thank you for recognizing the great work happening here at school.
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FCPS Cares
The FCPS Cares Program 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. We invite you to submit your story so we can acknowledge our Bonnie Brae staff members.
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PTO Meeting Reminder
Have you heard about the upcoming renovations at BBES? The FCPS Office of Design and Construction will be joining the PTO meeting on Thursday, November 18 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM to discuss preliminary plans. It will be a great opportunity to hear about the exciting new addition to Bonnie Brae and have your questions answered. The meeting will be held via Zoom.
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Virtual Paint Night
Join us for a night of virtual fun on Friday, December 3 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM! Put on your painters' cap and follow along with Bonnie Brae's very own art teacher Mrs. Fuller!
Register by Monday, Nov. 29th. Registration Link Here.
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PTO Event Volunteers Needed!
There are many opportunities to volunteer or serve as a committee chair/member. We are also looking to fill 2 vacant Board Positions!
Please contact Secretary@BonnieBraePTO.org for more information on the PTO Activities listed below:
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PTO EVENTS. Movie Nights, Bingo Night, Fall Festival, Thanksgiving Luncheon, STEAM Fair / BBES Art Fair, Dances, Spring Carnival, Field Day, Multicultural Night
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PTO FUNDRAISING. Corporate Sponsorship Liaisons, Restaurant Nights, Fall Fundraiser - Charleston Wrap, Spring Fundraiser – Read-a-Thon
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PTO PROGRAMS. After School Enrichment, Teacher Taught Enrichment Classes, School Assemblies
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BBES SUPPORT. Staff Appreciation Activities, Garden/Campus Cleanup, Military & New Family Liaisons, Diversity Committee, Inclusion Committee, Rising Kindergarten Activities, Watch D.O.G.S.
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PTO SUPPORT. Facebook Page and Website, Membership/Community Communications, Volunteer Coordinators, Financial Reconciliation Committee, Election Nominating Committee
PTO Membership
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November 17- Parent Coffee (10:00 - 11:00 AM - Zoom)
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November 18- AAP Level IV Meeting (10am or 5 pm- Zoom), PTO Meeting (6:00 - 7:00 PM- Zoom),
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November 24-26- Thanksgiving Holiday Break
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December 3- PTO Virtual Paint Night (7:00- 8:00 PM)
Bonnie Brae Hours of Operation
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Office Hours
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Instructional Hours
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8:20 AM - 3:15 PM |
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Front Office
(703) 321 - 3900
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