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For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language icon in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language.
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Happy Veteran's Day!
We are so thankful for all of the veteran's in the Dogwood community and beyond. We are grateful for your service and sacrifice for our country and we celebrate you today and every day!
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We wanted to make sure that you are aware of this presentation happening at Hughes on Tuesday evening. Please take advantage if you are able.
“Youth Substance Use: Education, Prevention and Intervention” Presentation
Tuesday, November 15th 7:00 pm, Langston Hughes Middle School Cafeteria
Monica Rogers, South Lakes Pyramid’s Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist (SAPS), will provide a pyramid wide parent presentation titled “Youth Substance Use: Education, Prevention and Intervention”. In light of the current nationwide opioid crisis, the presentation will have an opioid focus. Representatives of the Fairfax County Police Department will also be in attendance to answer any related questions. Additional topics to be addressed include:
- The most often used substances by youth
- Reasons youth use substances
- What substance use education, prevention, and intervention measures are offered to students in FCPS
- What parents can do support their children
How to connect with county wide resources and supports
Community Calendar Input
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.
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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.
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SMILE! Picture Day November 18th
Fall picture day is Friday, November 18th. Order forms from Lifetouch were sent home in your student's Thursday folder. Please check your child's backpack. Purchasing a picture package is optional.
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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 all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees, specifically at Dogwood. |
Upcoming Dates
November 15 “Youth Substance Use: Education, Prevention and Intervention” Presentation 7 PM Hughes Middle School
November 18 Fall Individual Picture Day
Wednesday-Friday November 23 – 25
Thanksgiving Break – (No School)
Bell Schedule
8:35 am - 3:35 pm
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