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Dear Stenwood Families,
We are so proud of the progress our Stingers have made so far this year! Looking back to when they arrived in August until now, we are so impressed by your children.
The time has already come for us to start planning for next year! We have sent home the intention forms and we have Kindergarten Orientation coming up on March 2nd. If you have any neighbors that have children that turn 5 on or before September 30th, please let them know to reach out to Mrs. Hunt, snhunt@fcps.edu as soon as possible so we can ensure they have all the information they need.
See below for more information about:
Sincerely,
Erica Riley, Principal
esriley@fcps.edu
Twitter @esriley1
Meredith Mitchell, Assistant Principal
mamitchell@fcps.edu
SEL Screener Information and Parent Workshop
Parents in grades 3-6, soon you will be receiving your child’s SEL screener results in the mail. FCPS has created a webpage dedicated to helping parents understand the results of the SEL screener data, how to talk to your child about the screener data, and conversation starters/skill builders for each of the domains. Please take advantage of these resources.
Our Stenwood Mental Health Team will be offering a Parent Coffee on Tuesday, 1/31 at 8:30am on Zoom. During this time, the team will share about SEL (Social Emotional Learning), about the screener itself, talk about how to interpret results, and share some of the supports Stenwood has in place for students. Please use this link to access the session. This session will be recorded for anyone who is unable to attend.
Reminder about Cell Phone Use
In elementary school, Kindergarten-sixth grade student’s phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off during the school day. Students are prohibited from using phones, smart watches, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms, cafeteria, and recess unless there is a true emergency. The full SR&R can be accessed online at: https://www.fcps.edu/srr
Parents and Guardians of Rising 7th Graders
It’s that time of year where your children start the transition process for Middle School! You may have received the following information via post mail or e-notify from Kilmer and Thoreau too, but just in case we are putting it in Hive Happenings for your convenience. Below are links to the Rising 7th grade events that are happening at Kilmer and Thoreau soon.
Update: The zoom link for Kilmer's virtual Curriculum Night on January 30th from 6PM-7PM is available! Here is the link: KMS Virtual Curriculum Night
2023 Rising 7th grader information for Kilmer
2023 Rising 7th grader information for Thoreau
Registration Activities Flyer for Thoreau
Note: Parents of students eligible for Level IV services: If you are living in the Thoreau boundaries, your child is eligible to attend Kilmer as their assigned center school. You may also send your child to Thoreau for Local Level IV services. You may want to attend the Kilmer and Thoreau events as you make your decision. They will provide information on this process.
UPDATE! Both Kilmer and Thoreau Middle School Counselors are coming to Stenwood on Friday February 10th, 9:00-9:45 AM to guide students on course registration. Since 6th graders will be registering for their middle school courses that day please make sure their laptops are fully charged and they also bring them to school. We kindly ask to avoid making any appointments (dentist, doctors etc.) on this date and time.
Should you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact Ms. Hapangama.
Magnet School Application and Lottery Information
The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Wednesday March 1st, through Wednesday, April 12th, 2023. No late applications are accepted.
If you are interested to learn more about the programs and the registration process, you are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Informational Nights:
- Hunters Woods Elementary, February 13th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In-person
- Snow date: February 21st, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
- Bailey’s Upper, February 15th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - Virtual only
- Bailey’s Primary, February 16th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. - In person
- Snow date: February 23rd, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
https://www.fcps.edu/registration/elementary-magnet-school-lottery
Spring Picture Day - February 15th!
- Approximately ten days after picture day, parents/guardians will have the option to order online.
- Victor O’Neill Studio will offer free shipping during a two week period once images are online.
- Please feel free to direct questions regarding picture day or online ordering to our office at the following email: Underclass@vosphoto.com
CYS Military Family Life Counselors
Lunch and Learn Sessions
Alcohol and Drug Parent Information Session at Marshall
Presentation from the FCPS Office of Student Safety and Wellness: Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol & Drugs.
FCPS Tech Adventure Camp
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office of FPCS is planning a Tech Adventure Camp (TAC), a weekly exploratory camp designed to give students the opportunity to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, business, and marketing areas. The camp is open to students in grades K-6 during the 2022-23 school year.
Eligibility
Open to students in grades K-6 during the 2022-23 school year. Space is limited, and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled.
All students are welcome: FCPS students, Students enrolled in private schools, Students who are homeschooled, Non-Fairfax County residents.
Positivity Project: Wildcard Week
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This week, teachers are going back and hitting lessons they may have missed or character strengths they feel their students really enjoyed discussing. Over the last six weeks, we have learned about Integrity, Love, Humility, Enthusiasm, Social Intelligence, and Love of Learning. The important thing to remember is that everyone has ALL 24 strengths within them, but some shine through more than others. |
"Character, not circumstance, makes the person.”
~Booker T. Washington
Questions you might enjoy talking about:
- When you think of character, what comes to mind?
- Do you think character is just ONE thing, or multiple things?
- Why do we need to continue educating ourselves about character?
School Meals and
Free/Reduced Lunch Applications
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Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast and lunch are NO longer provided at no cost. Breakfast will be $1.75. Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60. Breakfast and lunch will be served beginning the first day of school. Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com. You can also write a check to Stenwood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager at Open House. You can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://fcps.nutrislice.com/menu/stenwood-elementary.
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Free and Reduced-Price Status
Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September. A new application must be filled out each new school year and forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/food-and-nutrition-programs/free-and-reduced-price-meals. Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.
Stenwood 6th Grade Poetry Slam!
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