Crossfield News - 1/31/23


Upcoming Dates:

Wednesday, February 8 - Open PTO Meeting 

Monday, February 20 - Presidents' Day Holiday

Friday, February 24 - PTO Crossfield Gives Back!

Monday, March 6 - Spring Pictures 

Wednesday, March 8 - Multicultural & Art Fest


Renovation

You're Invited! Open PTO Meeting

Please join us at our next open PTO in-person meeting to learn about our amazing Portrait of a Graduate program with a presentation from Ms. Sims and Crossfield students. The FCPS Design and Construction team will also provide a presentation on our school’s renovation project. Learn more about the Crossfield Elementary School Renovation. All Crossfield parents are welcome to attend. All those in attendance will have a chance to win complimentary family tickets and VIP reserved seats at the 4/28 Crossfield basketball game.

Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023 

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Crossfield Cafeteria


United

We are thrilled to invite all Crossfield students and their families to participate Wednesday, March 8 from 6:30-8:30 for our first-ever Crossfield United: Multicultural & Art Fest. Also featured at this event will be a beautiful gallery of artwork created by our wonderful students! Be sure to come and see because every student will have a piece on display!

Participation in the multicultural exhibits as a family, individual or group performances within a family or as an outside group (girl scouts, boy scouts, dance group, etc.) ALL ARE WELCOMED! Here are important details & considerations before you fill out the form.

Event Details & Supplies

  • You will be given a dedicated table and space at the event, which can be used to represent your culture in any way you choose.  
  • All Crossfield student participants will receive a basic supply kit and tri-fold presentation board to help teach others about the people and traditions of your chosen culture.

A Few Things to Consider

  • Culture can be both International and National:: International culture is culture that extends beyond our national borders. It is shared by people across oceans and continents.  National culture represents the beliefs and practices shared by citizens of the same nation. Remember there are many interesting cultures to represent and explore within the United States as well.
  • You can choose any culture. You can represent a culture that you and your family are a part of, one that you are passionate about, or one that you simply want to learn more about.
  • Families are welcomed to participate. Get your grandparents and other family members involved - they may be really excited to pass on their knowledge and experience to you.
  • There are many different ways to represent culture. In addition to the presentation board, you can use food, fashion, art, music, dance, sports, or photography to share more about your culture with others. If you choose food, think of items that would be easy for people to sample while walking around.
  • Once you decide what you want to do, please sign up HERE 

Tutor

Tutor.com 

Extra Help for Students at No Cost to Families 

With Tutor.com through Schoology, FCPS students are able to get learning help at any time, even from bilingual tutors! Students in FCPS meet with tutors thousands of times each week to practice reading, prepare for an upcoming math test, write computer programs, study for the SAT, or to get feedback on scholarship essays–all at no cost to their families! If you haven’t already, we encourage you to take just a few minutes to connect with a tutor with your child. More info about Tutor.com in FCPS is available here. 


Crossfield vs. Navy Basketball Game

Recruiting Coaches, 6th Grade Players &

5th/6th Grade Spirit Squad

Get excited! The Crossfield vs. Navy Basketball game is back on Friday, April 28 at Chantilly High School starting at 6:00 pm. We are looking for 6th grade basketball players and 5th/6th spirit squad members to join Team Crossfield! No experience is required to join. However, students must attend at least 2 practices to be eligible to participate. Practices will be held at Crossfield:

Girls basketball practice: Wednesdays from 4 - 5:15pm in the gym, March 15 - April 26 (excluding Spring Break)

Boys basketball practice: Thursdays from 4 - 5:15pm in the gym, March 16 - April 27 (excluding Spring Break)

Spirit Squad practice: Thursdays from 4 - 5:15pm in the cafeteria, March 16 - April 27 (excluding Spring Break)

Please register by Friday, March 10th to participate. Player and Spirit Squad Sign Up.  Interested in Coaching? Please sign up here


Monitors Needed!

Crossfield is in need of student monitors to assist with various classes and students from 9:00am-4pm. This hourly position pays 16.36 per hour and can be part-time or full-time. The hours are flexible.

The application link is here. Please contact Mr. Granieri with questions at mtgranieri@fcps.edu.


CTE Summer Camp

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office is once again planning an engaging summer enrichment program for students! For our current kindergarten to 6th grade students, we have Tech Adventure Camp. Click here for details.


Eating Disorders 

Eating disorders are behaviors that can lead to serious health problems. When discovered early, eating disorders are treatable. Click here for information, education and helpful links.


Covid Case Manager

Crossfield has a Covid Case Manager this school year, Ms. Stefanie Ragano. You may include her on emails alerting Crossfield that your child has tested positive. Ms. Ragano will communicate with families with the official letter and a timeline for returning to school for covid-positive students. Ms. Ragano’s email is skragano@fcps.edu.