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December 16, 2022
Hello Beech Tree Families,
In a few weeks we will come to the conclusion of 2022. This year brought a few changes to Beech Tree E.S. However, one thing has remained the same. The love and commitment to the students, families, staff and faculty of this great school has not and will not waver. It is my hope that everyone will have a safe and enjoyable Winter Break!
School will be closed from December 19th through January 2nd. We will reopen on January 3rd. It is important to send your child to school on Tuesday, January 3rd with their electronic device (laptop or iPad) and the accompanying charger. Without it they will not be prepared for the return to instruction.
If your child is exhibiting any signs of illness, please do not send them to school. When a child is feeling unwell, there is no place like home to rest and recover. Sending them to school continues the spread of sickness throughout the building. Let us work together to keep everyone healthy.
Thank you for your partnership in educating our students. We value your support.
With appreciation,
Taiia Clarke
Principal
- January 3 School reopens from winter Break
- January 12 PTA Virtual Meeting 6:30pm
- January 16 Holiday (Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday) NO SCHOOL
- January 25 End of Second Quarter-2 Hour Early Release 2:00pm
- January 26 Student Holiday- NO SCHOOL
- January 27 Student Holiday-NO SCHOOL
School Calendar: 2022-23
Give Your Student the Gift of Education
We recognize that holidays are an important time to reconnect with family and expose children to their heritage and culture, whether they grew up in another part of the United States or a different country. If your family’s holiday plans include extended travel, please remember the impact to your children’s education if they miss too much school. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
Beech Tree Boy's Night Out Recruiting All Men
Beech Tree Elementary will be hosting its annual boy’s night out event. This event will be filled with empowerment, lots of fun, and yummy snacks!
Who’s Invited: 3rd-5th Grade Boys
When: February 8, 2023
Where: Beech Tree Elementary Gymnasium
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Seeking males to help mold our youth to become successful men in the future. Please contact Yolanda Adams at 703-531-2600 or email at yeadams@fcps.edu if you are interested in volunteering.
Preparing for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.
FCPS’ inclement weather procedures will remain the same as last year. The first five inclement weather days will be traditional “snow days” with no school activities. After those five days, we will use the flexibility provided by the Virginia General Assembly to have unscheduled virtual learning days, whenever possible, to maintain the continuity of learning. Virtual learning on these days will be synchronous/live instruction, following the inclement weather virtual learning day schedule (includes a two-hour delay).
FCPS’ website is generally the first mode of communication during emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan ahead for the winter season. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in weCare@school, bookmark the FCPS website, plan for childcare, if appropriate, and know what items your child may need to take home before a weather event.
COVID Diagnostic Testing in January
Mark your calendars! COVID diagnostic testing will be available for FCPS teachers, staff, and students at five locations across the county January 3-5 from 5 to 8 p.m. This testing is for those who are either experiencing COVID symptoms or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID. Appointments are not required, but registration must be completed before testing. Visit the COVID Testing webpage for more information.
Family Math Week
ST Math is hosting family math week from January 9, 2023, until January 13, 2023. During the week of January 9, 2023, students will be encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities including stories that include mathematical concepts and a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish.
To learn more about ST Family Math Nights check out this video and flier to share with teachers and help us reach our goal of logging on for one million minutes collectively as an FCPS community.
More information will be available soon through Schoology for teachers to easily copy over information and links for students to access in order to participate with their families during math week.
Contact
Erin Sylves
eisylves@fcps.edu
Spencer Jamison
tsjamieson@fcps.edu
Strategic Planning
Beginning in late January 2023, FCPS will host a series of community forums as part of our strategic planning process. View the schedule on our Strategic Planning website. We will add more details as they become available.
School Testing Updates
Families will receive their students' Social Emotional Screener results in early January. Should you have inquiries, please refer to the Family Guide.
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