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Terra Centre Families,
We have had quite the busy week and none of it would have been possible without our wonderful parent/family volunteers! We want to thank everyone that has been able to support our school by volunteering as a parent chaperone on a field trip, prepping and planting in our discovery garden, working at our book fairs, shelving books in the library, supporting our monthly staff luncheons, and all the many other PTA sponsored events that have taken place this school year. We are so grateful for all of the continued support!
Our SOLs begin on Monday, April 25, 2022, for students in grades 3-6. The schedule is posted below. Please ensure your child has a good night's rest and a great breakfast and brings their charged laptop to school!
Please scroll below for current events, updates, and reminders.
Enjoy your weekend!
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Teresa Lewis, Assistant Principal
Friday, 4/29 SCA spirit day-Animal Dress Up day
4/25-5/9 SOL testing-grades 3-6
Friday, 5/13 PTA Fun Fair
Monday, 5/30 No School-Memorial Day holiday
Friday, 6/3 6th grade promotion ceremony, 9:00 a.m.
Friday, 6/10 Last day of school, 2 hour early release-1:25 pm dismissal for students
FCPS 2021-22 School Year Calendar
Substance Abuse Webinars (April 26, 28)
FCPS and Fairfax County Government Partnering to Provide Substance Abuse Webinars on April 26, 28
Due to the rise in opioid overdoses in the Fairfax Health District (which is consistent with national and state trends), Fairfax County Public Schools has partnered with Fairfax County Government to provide educational webinars on youth substance use trends and supports. The free webinars are scheduled for April 26, and April 28, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Both webinars will provide the same information.
The following topics will be covered:
- Most commonly used substances
- In-depth opioid information
- Reasons why youth use substances
- How parents can support their children
- Available FCPS and Fairfax County Resources
- How students, parents, and community members can connect with support providers
Registration for the webinars is available online.
- Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong.
- According to a recent student of elementary and middle schools, there’s a 5.8% difference between April and June attendance rates. In struggling schools, the attendance drop is nearly twice that. Let's work together to end the school year with success.
HOW CAN YOU HELP YOUR CHILD HAVE GOOD ATTENDANCE?
- Don’t let your child stay home unless she is truly sick. Keep in mind complaints of a stomachache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
- If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make her feel comfortable and excited about learning.
- Talk to teachers if you notice sudden changes in behavior. These could be tied to something going on at school.
- Check on your child’s attendance to be sure absences are not piling up.
- Ask for help from school officials, afterschool programs, other parents or community agencies if you’re having trouble getting your child to school.
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Today we recognize those in our community observing Good Friday. Millions of Orthodox Christians and their churches celebrate holidays according to the Julian calendar. Good Friday commemorates the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion. #OurFCPS @FCPSnews
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Chag Sameach to all in our community celebrating Passover! Many Jewish communities mark the last day of Passover (April 23) as the end of a holiday that celebrates the deliverance of Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. #OurFCPS @FCPSnews
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2022 SOL Testing Schedule
The SOL schedule for all students in Grades 3-6 is listed below. All SOLs will begin at 9:00 a.m. Please try and avoid appointments on the morning of the scheduled test day, when possible. Thank you in advance for helping your child do their best by reinforcing a good night's sleep and healthy breakfast on test dates. Students will continue their preparations throughout the upcoming spring.
4/25: 5th and 6th reading
4/28: 3rd and 4th reading
5/3: 5th science and 6th math
5/5: 3rd and 4th math
5/9: 5th math
5/23-5/27: expedited retakes
We hope you were able to make it to the Robinson Pyramid Art show
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