Eagle Update - March 17, 2023

WOES In Need of Donations

Please Help Replenish the White Oaks Clothing Closet:

We need size 5,6, and 7 pants or shorts for our clothing closet.  These clothes are used when students have a need for a quick change of clothing during the school day. We would greatly appreciate anything you can donate. Donations can be new or gently used.


Spring Picture Day

Spring Picture Day will be held on Friday, March 24, 2023. Individual student pictures and class pictures will be taken. Images will be available online to view and order approximately 10 days after picture day.

For questions about ordering school pictures please email underclass@vosphoto.com


Multicultural Night

Friday, March 24th 6:00-8:00pm

Please join us and come together to celebrate the diversity of our White Oaks Elementary School community with food and demonstrations from the cultures that make us White Oaks Strong!!


Kindergarten Orientation

We are excited to start planning for our incoming class of kindergarten  students. If you have a rising Kindergarten student, please complete this form. Our registrar, Marti Lee, will be in touch to set up a time to begin the registration process. If you have any questions about Kindergarten registration, please reach out to Mrs. Lee (MLLee@fcps.edu).

Our Kindergarten Orientation will take place at White Oaks on Friday, April 14th from 9:00am to 10:00am. This event is for parents and our incoming students.

We look forward to getting to know your students and welcoming our future Eagles!


Braddock And Springfield District Town Hall

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Join Springfield District Representative Laura Jane Cohen, Braddock District Representative Megan McLaughlin, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid, and Student Representative to the School Board, Michele Togbe for a town hall. All Braddock and Springfield District parents/guardians, staff, students, and community members are welcome. We hope to see you there!

When: Tuesday, March 21, 2023, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Where: Lake Braddock Secondary School (Little Theater), 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA

*If American Sign Language or language interpretation is needed, please submit your request by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2023.


News From the PTA

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FACULTY V. SIXTH GRADE BASKETBALL GAME TONIGHT (3/17)

Come and see the 6th graders take on the WOES Staff in an epic battle for court domination! 

Join us at LBSS for this always entertaining matchup!  Doors open 6:45pm, game starts at 7pm. 

***ENTER THROUGH DOOR 15 to ACCESS the GYM***  Tickets and food items will be available for purchase on site!

 


Opioids

Community Meeting on the Dangers of Fentanyl

Monday, March 13, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid and Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis hosted nearly 400 families, staff, and community members for a conversation on the dangers of fentanyl. During this impactful event, audience members heard testimonials from individuals affected by the opioid epidemic and learned facts from medical experts and law enforcement representatives. 

The conversation will continue on Monday, April 24, with our next community meeting on the critical topic of fentanyl danger and opioid awareness. More information is coming soon. Visit our Opioid Awareness webpage for updates as they become available.

Visit the Fairfax County Government webpage on opioids for information on how you can take action and how to get help for yourself or loved ones.

Reunión Comunitaria sobre los Peligros del FentaniloEl lunes 13 de Marzo, la Superintendente Dra. Michelle Reid y el Jefe de Policía del Condado de Fairfax Kevin Davis recibieron a casi 400 familias, personal y miembros de la comunidad para una conversación sobre los peligros del fentanilo. Durante este impactante evento, los miembros de la audiencia escucharon testimonios de personas afectadas por la epidemia de opioides y aprendieron datos de expertos médicos y representantes de las fuerzas del orden. 

La conversación continuará el lunes 24 de Abril, con nuestra próxima reunión comunitaria sobre el tema crítico del peligro del fentanilo y la concienciación sobre los opioides. Pronto dispondremos de más información. Visite nuestra página web de Concienciación sobre los Opioides para obtener información actualizada a medida que esté disponible.

Visite la página web del Gobierno del Condado de Fairfax sobre opioides para obtener información sobre cómo puede tomar medidas y cómo obtener ayuda para usted o sus seres queridos.


Proposed Updates to the SR&R

The Department of Special Services will be hosting two virtual meetings for the FCPS community regarding proposed updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation. Please join one of the meetings below via Zoom (click the date to register):

Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the suggested updates and ask questions via Zoom Chat. Language interpretation will be available in Spanish. A certified deaf interpreter will be available as well. 

Beginning Monday, March 20, families and staff will also be able to provide feedback on proposed updates to the SR&R via a short survey. Please stay tuned for details. Visit FCPS’ website for more information.   

Actualizaciones Propuestas a los Derechos y Responsabilidades del Estudiante. El Departamento de Servicios Especiales tendrá dos reuniones virtuales para la comunidad de FCPS con respecto a las actualizaciones propuestas a la Regulación de Derechos y Responsabilidades del Estudiante (SR&R). Por favor, únase a una de las reuniones a continuación a través de Zoom (haga clic en la fecha para registrarse):

Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de conocer las actualizaciones sugeridas y hacer preguntas a través de Zoom Chat. Habrá interpretación en español. También estará disponible un intérprete certificado para personas sordas. A partir del lunes, 20 de Marzo, las familias y el personal también podrán dar su opinión sobre las actualizaciones propuestas para el SR&R a través de una breve encuesta. Por favor manténgase en sintonía para más detalles. Visite el sitio web de FCPS para más información.

Calendar

 

- Disability Awareness Month

- Equity In Education Month

- National Nutrition Month

- March 17th - Sixth Grade vs. Staff Basketball Game - 6:45 @ LBSS

- March 24th - Multicultural Night - 6:00 - 8:00 pm @ WOES