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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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 Last week, we hosted our first in-person concert event since 2019. Students sang songs in two Veterans Day concerts and honored visiting service members. We loved being able to welcome so many families to our school!
Thanksgiving (Holiday)
As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed November 23-25. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 28.
Learn more about the first Thanksgiving.
See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
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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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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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Weyanoke Family Learning Night
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!
- Buses will be running shuttle service to and from Crystal Woods and Morningside all evening
- First pickup at 5:15 from Morningside or Crystal Woods
- Meal includes sandwich (turkey sandwich or veggie wrap), chips, cookie, and water
Visit the book fair!
Take home fun educational activities!
Register NOW by returning the form from this week's Wednesday folder!
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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
Superintendent Community Conversations
Please join us for a Superintendent Community Conversation at Annandale High School on Tuesday, November 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn more about Dr. Michelle Reid, FCPS superintendent, and help her get to know our school community. Language interpretation will be provided, as available, as well as child care and light refreshments. Please register to attend.
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 Congratulations to our newly inducted Student Council officers! They were installed during a ceremony last week. Pictured are Assistant Principal Ms. Alexander, Assistant Principal Ms. Doyle, Principal Ms. Usher, Secretary Abbas Ibrahim, Vice President Sofia Rodriguez Vanegas, President Sofia Portillo Carranza, and Treasurer Gloria Marie Camillo.
IEP Palooza
Fairfax County SEPTA and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) are excited to invite parents, older students, FCPS staff, and others to two free special events at Annandale High School on Saturday, December 3. IEP Palooza will educate attendees about special education by presenting a simulated Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. Guests can also attend breakout sessions about different components of an IEP. A Community Resource Fair will happen at the same time, giving attendees the opportunity to learn about valuable community programs and resources related to Medicaid Waivers, disability services, respite care, health care, case management, and adjustment for newcomers. CE credits are available for FCPS Staff. Click her to register.
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FCPS Calendar Survey Coming Soon!
In an annual planning process, FCPS uses input from the community to help develop the school year calendar for the following year. The Calendar Survey will be sent to parents/caregivers, FCPS employees, and students in grades 7-12 this week.
Our framework for creating the calendar is available online to ensure transparency, as we work to build a calendar that is inclusive and equitable.
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FCPS Strategic Planning that Reaches All
The strategic planning process is a community-wide effort. There will be many opportunities to share feedback or participate in a community meeting. We want our community to stay informed and be involved. You can help!
If you are an active member of a community organization or group who people look to for information, please consider signing up to be a key communicator during the strategic planning process. FCPS key communicators should have an interest in sharing information about the school division and encouraging involvement. Key communicators will:
- Receive regular updates including news, information, future events, and engagement opportunities.
- Share the information they receive with their group in a timely manner.
- Encourage group participation in engagement and feedback opportunities where appropriate and possible.
If you or someone from your organization would like to serve as an FCPS key communicator during the strategic planning process, please submit this form by Monday, November 28.
we share clear end goals. Learn more on our Strategic Plan webpage.
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 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.
The Joy & Power of Family Learning
We are looking forward to the holiday season and bringing families together at the Children’s Science Center Lab with many extra days open during school breaks in November and December. The Science Center’s mission is to inspire a love of learning STEM— providing unique opportunities for families to spend time together is one of the ways that we deliver on this mission. Family learning is fun, memorable, and more importantly, formative. Studies have demonstrated the benefits of family learning for children; when a parent, grandparent, or special caregiver makes educational experiences a priority, kids see that and are increasingly eager to learn. When caregivers see what inspires their child, they can nurture that spark even more. They are planting the seeds for what may become a field of study, a career, a business, an invention, or even a treasured hobby. From our family to yours, we wish you a joyful holiday season of learning together!
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Weyanoke PTA Fundraiser at
FIVE GUYS Burger and Fries
TONIGHT 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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General PTA Meeting this Thursday!
November 17th meeting starts at 7 p.m.
Arrive early at 6:30 for a reception with treats.
Parents and staff, members and non-members are all invited. We will be meeting in the library. Childcare will be provided in another room so children can have fun while we meet. We will have Spanish translation as always.
We will discuss the Talent Show! New activity this year! Come and stay informed about what is happening at the school and with PTA activities.
AmazonSmile! Support the PTA without doing anything but registering and doing your usual shopping! Here's a direct link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/54-0683848, or go to smile.amazon.com and select our charity: Weyanoke Elem PTA
Weyanoke Spirit Wear is available through our online store:
https://weyanokepta.square.site/s/shop
Order your items online and they will be sent home with your child in a few days.
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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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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Thursday, November 17, 7:00 p.m. - PTA General Meeting
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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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