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To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.
Para leer este boletín en otros idiomas, visite nuestro sitio web.
ይህንን ዜና መፅሄት በሌሎች ቋንቋዎች ለማንበብ፤ እባክዎን ድረ ገፃችንን ይጎብኙ
اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے۔
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 Fifth grade students put on a pop-up concert last week in the cafeteria. While students in Kindergarten finished up their meals, the fifth graders treated them to a short concert featuring "Hot Cross Buns" on the recorder.
Veterans Day
Friday, November 11, is a student holiday/school planning day for the Veterans Day holiday. Veterans Day provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices our Veterans and their families have made on our behalf, and we thank them for their service.
Thanksgiving Holiday
Schools and offices will be closed November 23-25. Classes will resume on Monday, November 28.
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Spirit Week - November 14-18
- Monday - Sports Team Day
- Tuesday - Twin Day
- Wednesday - Woodchuck Day
- Thursday - Mismatch Day
- Friday - Pajama Day
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Caregiver Coffee
All Caregivers are invited to attend this informational meeting IN PERSON presented by Ms. Mani, Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, and Ms. Delgado, Family Liaison.
Topic:
Understanding the Full-Time AAP (Level IV) Services Screening Process
We will share an overview of the screening process for full-time Advanced Academic services which are available between grades 3 and 8 in FCPS. We will explain how you can refer your child for screening if that is something you’re interested in and how you can provide additional information to the screening committee.
Tuesday, November 15th at Weyanoke Elementary School
We will have two sessions for your convenience. You can choose to come in the morning or evening.
Weyanoke SACC Room
from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
or
Weyanoke Cafeteria
from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Register to attend the Caregiver Coffee.
The information will be presented in English and Spanish.
If you have any questions, contact Erika Delgado, Family Liaison at 703-813-5430 or eydelgado@fcps.edu. Childcare will be provided. We will have coffee and pastries in the morning and pizza dinner at night. We’re excited to see you soon!
Weyanoke Family Market Night
Weyanoke Elementary School Cafeteria
Thursday, November 17
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Distributions every 3rd Thursday of the Month, through June 15, 2023
FREE Groceries for your Whole Family!
- Once a month during the school year.
- Select the items you want.
- Choose from an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as canned and non-perishable items.
- Open to all families who have students at Weyanoke.
- Household size and zip code will be needed at each Family Market. This information will be given to Capital Food Bank.
- Partnership for Healthier Kids (PHK) will be assisting families with uninsured children. They will help connect them to an appropriate and affordable source of quality healthcare.
If you would like to volunteer at the Family Market sponsored by Capital Area Food Bank and Weyanoke Elementary, contact:
Dorothy Walsh
dlwalsh1@fcps@fcps.edu.
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Help at the Book Fair
We’re excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair, which will take place from Monday, November 28th – Friday, December 2nd in the Library. A community shopping night is scheduled for Thursday, December 1st during Family Learning Night.
The Scholastic Book Fair helps our students choose books they love, and with so many choices, they’re sure to find themselves in the pages. This year’s Fair is going to be epic, but we need volunteers to make it happen.
If you’re available to help at the Book Fair, please sign up online.please sign up online
Weyanoke Family Learning Night
Save the date!
December 1, 2022
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Come engage in hands-on learning and activities in Science, Math, Reading and more!
Free food and bus transportation provided
Visit the book fair
Take home fun educational activities
Register starting November 16.
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Why Does FCPS Need a New Strategic Plan?
By now, you may have heard that FCPS is developing a new Strategic Plan. Here are some reasons why the school division is engaging in this important work. Our last strategic plan was developed in 2015. Since then, we experienced a pandemic that changed the way we think, a shift in technology that has seen eight new versions of the iPhone, and plans developed for the first manned mission to Mars.
Our students are preparing for careers that don’t exist today. In order to keep pace with these needs, we need to rethink our plans for the future—and how we will best serve our students for this new era. Employees, parents/caregivers, students, and our FCPS community must share the same purpose in order to recognize how we can move forward together.
We are all much more motivated, and successful, when we share clear end goals. Learn more on our Strategic Plan webpage.
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Superintendent Community Conversations
Please save the date for a very special event! Dr. Michelle Reid, FCPS superintendent, will host a Community Conversation at Annandale High School on Tuesday, November 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. This event will be a unique opportunity to help Dr. Reid get to know our school community and learn more about her vision for our district.
Language interpretation will be provided, as available, as well as child care and light refreshments. Please register to attend.
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Staying Healthy this Cold/Flu Season
Although the community level of COVID-19 in Fairfax County is currently low, cases of RSV, the flu, and other viruses are on the rise.
It continues to be important to wash your hands regularly, cover coughs and sneezes, monitor your health daily, and stay home if you are sick. For more tips, visit our Return to School website.
How FCPS Develops Its School Year Calendar
In an annual planning process, Fairfax County Public Schools uses input from the community to develop the calendar for the following year. Our framework for creating the calendar is available online to ensure transparency, as we work to build a calendar that is inclusive and equitable. Watch your email for a feedback form, which will be shared with parents, staff, and middle and high school students.
 Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test? Tutor.com is open to FCPS students in all grades, on-demand, 24/7, at no cost to families. Learn more.
Want to Work for FCPS? Subs, Monitors, and Others needed!
FCPS will hold a virtual job fair on November 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. FCPS is seeking those interested in positions as substitute teachers, substitute instructional assistants, student monitors, instructional assistants, public health attendants (PHAs), and public health training assistants (PHTAs) positions. Learn more and register to attend or view current job openings.
$3,000 Signing Bonus for Bus Drivers
Job fairs will be held for those interested in becoming bus drivers for FCPS on Friday, November 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stonecroft Transportation Center and Wednesday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lorton Center. Click on the links to learn more, call 571-423-3000, or email driveforfcps@fcps.edu.
Sub and Save the Day! Bonus Opportunities!
FCPS is always looking for kind and caring substitute teachers and substitute instructional assistants to ensure our students continue to thrive when teachers and instructional assistants need to be out of the classroom. Substitute teaching is a great opportunity for future teachers, stay-at-home parents, retirees, college students, part-time employees, and anyone who wants to make a difference.
FCPS has started offering bonuses for substitutes who are available to teach on high volume days. Additionally, substitutes who work more, will earn extra bonuses when they reach 50, 100, or 150 days worked in a school year.
Substitute Teacher and Substitute Instructional Assistant information sessions are held virtually on Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Candidates will receive an email link to the virtual information session the Monday before the session. Sign up for an information session.
Weyanoke PTA Fundraiser at
FIVE GUYS Burger and Fries
Wednesday, November 16
4 - 8 p.m.
Pinecrest Plaza 6546 Little River Turnpike
Mention Weyanoke Elementary when placing your order or hand in the flyer at check out to earn money for your school!
Don't forget to wear your Weyanoke t-shirt!
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Please join our Facebook Group to keep updated with the PTA and be able to discuss with other Weyanoke parents. https://www.facebook.com/groups/weyanokepta
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Reflections Art Contest is underway!
Submissions due November 10
Please pick up entry forms from Art, Music, or Library. Form also available here: https://bit.ly/3ECbIvw. Questions, contact DR.MEHRET@GMAIL.COM
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Direct Donation Drive
Our goal is $10,000 this year. 100% of the money goes to the Weyanoke PTA.
This is where the PTA gets MOST of its money to fund these great activities! Thank you so much for your support! We ask for direct donations, so we don’t have to ask you to sell magazines or chocolates.
Anyone can donate, including friends and family, to help Weyanoke reach our goal! Every Direct Donation is a tax-deductible donation directly to our PTA.
Donations can be sent to the school in the Donation Envelope or through the PTA website: https://weyanokepta.square.site/
(While you’re there you can join the PTA as well!).
Prizes:
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Drone – with voice control and camera
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10 pack of classes to Urban Evolution off of Edsall Rd
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Congrats Ms. Blandino’s class for being the first class to have ALL students bring in a donation!!!
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NEW CHALLENGE! First 3 classes to have all students bring in a direct donation gets a pizza party with the Principal! Two more classes can win.
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NEW CHALLENGE! The 5 students with the most separate donations (Ask your neighbors and family!) win lunch with Principal Usher at Silver Diner.
Info and Ideas:
- Running from October 19 – December 16
- If every student gets $10 from 5 people, would raise almost $30,000.
- Ask your employer to match your donation, many have a policy in place to do so.
- Donate/bring in donations for your child to have a chance to win a prize in our end of the year raffle!
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, November 11 - Student Holiday. Veterans Day
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Tuesday, November 15 - Caregiver Coffees
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Wednesday, November 16, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Weyanoke Elementary fundraiser at Five Guys on Little River Turnpike
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Thursday, November 17, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Weyanoke Family Market Night
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Wednesday, November 23 - Friday, November 25 - Thanksgiving Holidays. School is closed.
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November 28 - December 2 - Book Fair
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Tuesday, November 29 - Community Conversation with Superintendent Dr. Reid
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Thursday, December 1, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.- Family Learning Night
See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
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