 Weyanoke celebrated Groundhog Day last week, and mascot Woody was here to greet our students! Students enjoyed arts and crafts, classroom visits, and more in honor of our beloved mascot, the woodchuck (also known as the groundhog).
Random Acts of Kindness Week
February 14-18
Celebrate with us this week by participating in a kindness challenge!
- Monday - MAKE A CARD: Celebrate kindness today by making a card for someone you think could use a little more kindness.
- Tuesday - CLASS COMPLIMENT DAY: Spread kindness to everyone in your class (students and adults!) by giving compliments all day. How many can you give?
- Wednesday - RECESS CHALLENGE: Today at recess, try playing with someone new and see what you might have in common!
- Thursday - SHOW A STAFF MEMBER KINDNESS: Find a way to show how much you appreciate a special staff member today.
- Friday - UNITY DAY: Show that you care about all of our Weyanoke Community by wearing as much blue and yellow you can today!
Spring Picture Day
Lifetouch will be at Weyanoke Elementary on February 24th for spring picture day. They will take both individual and class pictures. These pictures are preorder only and can be purchased online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID EVT23JVKF or by sending in a completed order form along with exact payment amount by picture day. Several different packages are available.
Order forms will be in the February 9th Wednesday folder.
Feeling Sick? Stay home.
With the colder weather arriving, we're all spending more time indoors which means closer contact. At this time, COVID cases are increasing as seen here: https://www.fcps.edu/return-school/fcps-confirmed-covid-19-case-reporting
Thank you to families for keeping your child home when they are showing signs of illness: runny nose, cough, fever, vomiting, etc. This has helped keep our COVID numbers low. Frequent hand washing mask wearing, and social distancing are still important and are encouraged by our teachers and staff.
Thank you, School Counselors!
 It's National School Counseling week, and we would like to express our deep gratitude to Ms. Skorski and Ms. Nagel, our school counselors. The counseling team is called upon in many situations at Weyanoke. They ensure that our students' social and emotional needs are met, and get to know every student as an individual. They are a critical part of our work here, and we could not do it without them!
TJ Techstravaganza 2022
TJ Techstravaganza is a FREE hands-on STEM Fair for students of all ages. The event will take place in-person at TJHSST on May 14, 2022 from 10am-4pm. More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org
Weyanoke Early Literacy Program
 A free, interactive parent and child program.
Read • Play • Learn • Have Fun
Virtual Program
You are invited to participate in a free parenting program for parents and children between the ages of 2 years and 5 years.
Classes start on February 16
Parent topics include:
- Parents as their child’s first teacher
- Technology and preschoolers
- Safety
- Joy of sharing books.
FUN activities that help your child
- learn through songs and play.
- learn through colors, shapes & numbers.
- follow directions.
- create arts, crafts, and finger plays.
Community Review of Elementary English Language Arts Basal
Participate in FCPS’ basal resource review and advocate for resources that support every student’s ability to thrive. You can review digital resources and leave feedback online. Physical resources for elementary language arts are being reviewed throughout the month at the Willow Oaks Administration Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday-Friday. In-person review hours will be extended to 7 p.m. on February 3, 10, 17, and 24.
More information on why it is important for you to be involved, and how to share your feedback, is available online.
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Calendar for Next Year Approved
The 2022-23 school year calendar was approved at the January 27 School Board Meeting. This calendar focuses on instruction, and student and operational needs. The calendar is aligned with neighboring school districts and adds additional key observance days.
Most importantly, this calendar was developed with significant input from the FCPS community. Thank you to everyone who participated in the process through surveys, webinars, and participation in the feedback committee. This effort reflects the best effort of everyone the school calendar touches.
Important dates for planning:
First day of School: Monday, August 22
Labor Day Holidays: Friday, Sept 2 & Monday Sept 5
Winter Break: December 19 through January 2. Return on January 3
To find out more about next year’s school calendar, visit the FCPS website.
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PTA News
Career Day at Weyanoke
Friday March 25
We are looking for community & parent volunteers to share what they do with students. Students don’t just learn from their teachers. Community members and leaders can play a vital role in a student’s education.
The PTA is partnering with Weyanoke’s School Counselors to host a Career Day! We are looking for ALL KINDS of occupations, business owners, hourly/salary, part-time/ full-time, any and all industries. We want to give students the best idea of the MANY options available to them after they graduate high school.
Speak about your career and:
- Give students a chance to see themselves represented in different career paths
- Participate and let your child see you involved at their school
- Network with the other parent and community volunteer presenters!
For more info: Julie Grandon, (703) 606-5383, woodchuckpta.pres@gmail.com, Talking Points TTY
Presenter interest form https://bit.ly/31XuufA.
Weyanoke Spelling Bee TOMORROW!
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Snow Date: February 24, 2022
Spelling Bee will begin at 6:30, participating students must arrive at 6 p.m. In the Weyanoke Gym.
Questions?
Email: mamileyla@hotmail.com
Call:703.609.4902
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Upcoming Events
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Thursday, February 10, 6:30 p.m. - Weyanoke Spelling Bee
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Thursday, February 17, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Weyanoke Family Market Night
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Thursday, February 17, 7:00 p.m. - PTA General Meeting
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Monday, February 21 - Presidents Day - No School
Click to see the full 2021-2022 School Year Calendar
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