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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.
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 A few snapshots of the week just passed at TLES.
February Black History Month
February 20th Presidents' Day - No School
February 24th SCA Spirit Day - Pajama Day
February 21st PTA Meeting
February 23rd PTA Virtual Paint Night
March 2nd 2 Hour Early Release
March 3rd Student Holiday
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TLES is committed to building strong relationships and partnerships with our families and communities. We were so thankful to Kristin Crysler for sharing her knowledge with our 5th graders last Friday, February 10th. Ms. Crysler's presentation was highly engaging and our students were deeply engaged throughout her presentation. Our students' questions showed a high level of knowledge of the Solar System.
Kristin shared about herself and her connection to TLES:
My name is Kristin Crysler and my kids Harrison and Violet are in 3rd grade and Kindergarten. I'm also the Vice President of Timber Lane's PTA. I work for a company called Maxar, where we build space technology like satellites and robotics, as well as analyze the satellite imagery. I studied geography in college and graduate school and learned about how to make maps . I consider myself a space geek and I'll be sure to share the link with the 5th graders when our next satellite is launching in the next few weeks so they can see it live!
For fun, here's a satellite image of a pretty special place, can you recognize what it is?
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Virtual PTA meeting on Tuesday February 21st at 8pm.
Thursday February 23rd will be a virtual Paint and Pizza night.
Students must register with the link to get supplies https://forms.gle/NZYNd21iBH162WDd9
PTA Spirit Fundraiser at Badd Pizza. Use Code: TLDN223 when you order on Feb. 23rd between 2:00 - 8:00 PM.
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This weekly summer program gives students the opportunity to explore exciting paths in Career and Technical Education, including STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and computer science.
Open to students in grades K-6 during the 2022-23 school year. Students currently in grades 7-11 may participate in CTE Summer Academy. Space is limited and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled.
Tuition
- $275 per week
- Students eligible for free and reduced lunch: No tuition.*
*To be eligible, students must apply on Free and Reduced Meals website. You must allow your benefits to be shared or submit the Consent to Share Information Form.
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A summer exploration of the arts for elementary school students currently in grades 2-5.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary-aged students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theatre, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging.
Registrations open February 1st
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Program Cost: $265 a week (week one is a reduced week $159).
- Students eligible for free and reduced lunch: No tuition.*
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Program Dates: July 5-28, 2023
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Program Times: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Host School: Lake Braddock Secondary
*To be eligible, students must apply on Free and Reduced Meals website. You must allow your benefits to be shared or submit the Consent to Share Information Form.
For more information contact: EIFTA@fcps.edu
The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be Monday, August 21, and the last day will be Wednesday, June 12.
Developing a school year calendar is a balancing act, involving multiple factors that must be considered. Community input is one of those factors, and we appreciate our community for being involved in the calendar development process.
Join us for the FCPS McLean Pyramid Art Show
Thursday March 9, 2023
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Location: McLean Project for the Arts at the
McLean Community Center -Emerson Gallery
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
Gallery Hours: Tues-Fri 1pm-4pm, Saturdays 10am-3pm
Late hours Fri March 10 until 7pm
Students' Art will be on display from March 1 through March 11
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Please join us for virtual Paint Night from 7-8pm on Thursday, Feb. 23 with artist Margie Jervis from the Creative Cauldron! The Timber Lane PTA will provide an art kit for every child planning to participate. The art kit will include 11x17" paper, a pencil, and markers. Parents and caregivers are welcome to participate along with their child or children! In order to reserve a free art kit for each child participating, please RSVP by filling out this form by Saturday, Feb. 18. Anyone can participate, but in order to receive the art kit, you must RSVP. Art kits will be sent home by your child's teacher just before Paint Night, and a link will be shared for the virtual event. Thank you!
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Please see the table below for Timber Lane’s SOL testing dates. It is important that your child attend school on the dates designated for them to test. Please ensure your child gets plenty of rest the night prior. More information will be sent home in Wednesday folders over the next 2 weeks, including a retest permission form. A retest is available when a student fails their first attempt with a score of 375-399 (where 400 is passing). If you believe that your student would benefit from the retake option, you can fill out this Google Form granting permission or sign and send back the paper copy that will be in Wednesday folders indicating you give permission.
More information on the Standards of Learning assessments can be found here. Please reach out to Shele Banford (703) 206-5300 as questions arise.
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Grade
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Reading
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Math
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Science
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3
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May 11
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May 18
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N/A
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4
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May 10
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May 17
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N/A
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5
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May 5
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May 12
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May 19
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6
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May 9
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May 16
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N/A
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Retakes:
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May 22-June 2
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Test Your Trivia Knowledge!
Join us Feb. 24th
Time: 6:30-9:30 PM
Location: LJMS Lecture Hall
Cost: $5 per person
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We are accepting Kindergarten Registration for the 2023/2024 school year by appointment only. In order to register for Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year, your child(ren) must be age five on or before September 30, 2023. Please call our office at (703) 206-5302 to schedule a registration appointment. Check out this document to find additional information. |
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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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.
Fairfax County has launched a speed camera pilot program targeting several school zones where speeding is common. Speed cameras have been installed in the following locations:
- Chesterbrook Elementary School
- Irving Middle School
- Key Middle School
- London Towne Elementary School
- Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
- South County Middle School
- Terraset Elementary School
- West Springfield High School
An additional school zone speed camera near Oakton High School will be installed. Thank you to Fairfax County for helping to ensure we’re all more safe as we travel to and from school!
 
 
Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring
FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:
- “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
- “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student
Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.
Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.
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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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The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program to lower internet costs for families with children who have been eligible for free or reduced-price meals within the last 12 months. A qualifying household will receive $30 per month toward internet services and a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. Families can check their eligibility and register at AffordableConnectivity.gov or by calling 877-384-2575. |
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Your school memories from cover to cover. Visit ybpay.com to order your yearbook today!
Order Deadline: April 14, 2023
Year Book ID Code: 32072441
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GMU Center for Psychological Services Emotional Support Line
Call 703-215-1898 if you are living with stress, anxiety, or grief and talk with a trained provider free of charge.
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What knowledge & information do you have to engage in meaningful conversations with your children about drugs?
- *Adults Only*
- Parent Resource Center
- Tuesday, 3/21/2023 10-11:30am
- Virtual Event
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