Terra Centre Families,
February is often when the winter cold gets to the kids and they have an early case of “spring fever.” So far, we have not had any snow-someone may want to call Punxsutawney Phil to give him an update since our weather temperatures have been in the high 60s! With that, this is also an important time of year for us to continue encouraging, motivating, and stressing the importance of working hard so we can keep students moving in a positive direction.
This week we celebrated National School Counseling week where we honored Ms. Toth, Ms. Mastroianni, and our counseling intern Ms. Hoffman, for their support of our students and staff.
Please see below for reminders, updates, and special events.
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Teresa Lewis, Assistant Principal
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February: Black History Month
February 6-10: National School Counseling Week
February 13: 100th Day of School!
February 14: Valentine's Day
February 14: SCA Spirit Day (see below)
February 20: Presidents Day (Holiday)
February 22: School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
February 23: Virtual PTA Meeting, 7:30 PM
February 27-March 3: Public Schools Week
March 2: Kindergarten Orientation, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
FCPS 2022-2023 Calendar
FCPS School Year 2022-2023
Monthly Folder Content
Terra Centre uses Schoology for all monthly folder content. All fliers are posted to Schoology Course: Terra Centre All Parents
February Updates
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NEW Community Flyers:
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BRYC Flag Football Flyer
- BRYC Softball Flyer
- Stingers Summer Swim Team Flyer
- PTA Flyers
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Kindergarten Orientation
SAVE THE DATE: Terra Centre's Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled for Thursday, March 2, 2023, 2:30 PM-3:30 PM. (snow date Thursday, April 13)
Please let us know if you have a rising Kindergarten student – a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2023. A GREEN form - Survey of Preschool Children - will be sent home on Friday, February 3rd to collect this information. Please complete it if it applies to you and return it to the office or your child’s teacher by Friday, February 17th. If you have a neighbor or friend for whom this applies within our Terra Centre boundaries, please share this information with them or ask them to call Terra Centre at 703-249-1400.
Registration forms and information about Kindergarten Orientation will be provided to those who complete the survey or contact the school.
We look forward to welcoming our newest "Tigers" to Terra Centre!
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SCA Spirit Day-February 14
Month of the Military Child - Purple Up! T-Shirt Vote
April is the Month of the Military Child, and Purple Up! Day will be celebrated throughout Virginia on April 19, 2023. Please take a moment to vote for this year's FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt and show your support for military-connected youth by participating in Purple Up! Day! The voting ends Friday, February 17. Let's turn FCPS purple in support of military-connected youth for one day!
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Magnet School Information Nights
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
Parents/caregivers interested in sending their students to an elementary magnet school program are encouraged to attend school-based information nights on Monday, February 13, at Hunters Woods Elementary School; Wednesday, February 15, at Bailey’s Primary School; and Thursday, February 16, at Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and available transportation.
FCPS will be accepting applications for its elementary magnet school programs on Wednesday, March 1, through Wednesday, April 12, at 4 p.m. Get more information about parent information nights and the magnet school lottery, or on the schools, their programs, and locations
Special Education Enhancement Plan: Feedback Opportunity
Fairfax County Public Schools is developing a Special Education Enhancement Plan to help ensure an excellent educational experience for all students with disabilities. As part of this effort, FCPS is seeking feedback from employees, families, and community members on Part 1 of the Draft Special Education Enhancement Plan. Please complete this form by Friday, February 17, to provide input on FCPS’ priorities regarding special education including vision, mission, core values, goals, and objectives.
Thank you in advance for lending your voice to this important work. Visit the Special Education Enhancement Plan webpage for more information.
Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and IEP Progress Reports in ParentVue
Parents are now able to view their students’ individualized education program (IEP) and IEP Progress Report in the Student Information System (SIS) ParentVue web app. To set up your ParentVue account, visit the SIS ParentVue information page. Please use a strong, unique password to protect your child’s information. IEP documents are not delivered via the SIS ParentVue mobile phone app.
Once logged into SIS ParentVue, click on the “IEP Documents” tab to view your child’s current IEP and the most recent IEP Progress Report. If you do not see the most recent IEP or IEP Progress Report in ParentVue, please contact your child's case manager.
We will continue to provide copies of IEPs and IEP Progress Reports via hard copy.
Strategic Plan: Equity, Excellence, and Opportunity
At Fairfax County Public Schools, we believe that learning happens best in community. When we have equally high expectations for each and every student, we all benefit. Excellence, equity, and access to opportunity are essential for achieving success in all aspects of life. Together, they foster growth, development, and high achievement for all students as they prepare for a world yet to be imagined.
Read more about how FCPS strives to ensure excellence, equity, and opportunity for every student.
Your Voice Matters–Have Your Say in Our Future!
What is the ONE promise our school division should make and keep regarding learning, growth, and success for every student? Tell us and help shape FCPS’ future.
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FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- FCPS Summer Camp Registration
- Magnet School Information Nights
- Strategic Planning Feedback Wanted!
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
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FCPS in the News
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