 1st Grade Scientists
Ms. Brady’s 1st grade class took their learning outside and went on a Spring Scavenger Hunt to look for signs of spring around our school and recording their observations.
 5th Grade Scientists
Students in Ms. Wagner's 5th grade class have been studying which wavelengths are long and which are short and what colors the wavelengths are. They made their learning visible by forming a human rainbow showing the different sizes and colors.
April Events
- April 19 - Yearbook orders due. Order online. Chantilly Pyramid Art Show, 6-8 PM, CHS
- April 21 - Teacher Workday, schools will be closed to students.
- April 24 - Book Fair sales start.
- April 25 - Spotlight on Student Learning, 6-7:30 PM, FMS
- April 26 - Book Fair Family Night, 4:30-6:30 pm
- April is Month of the Military Child.
- Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.
- April is National Arab American Heritage Month.
- In April people throughout the United States celebrate Arab American Heritage Month. This history is a foundational part of American history. Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of Arab Americans year-round, and the celebration of Arab American Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor diverse and important stories.
- April is School Library Month.
- April is Autism Awareness Month.
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Lunch News
A salad bar is being added to the lunch line at our school! Please review the attached flier with your child(ren) to assist them in building a nutritious and delicious lunch. Notice that the flier contains a link to a video.
Yearbook Orders Due
Don't Miss Out!
Orders for our Lees Corner 2022-2023 Yearbook are due by Wednesday, April 19th. The cost is $15.00. If you want to ensure your child gets a copy, please order one online by the 19th. You can use this link
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob
Use yearbook ID code 1470023
Chantilly Pyramid Art Show
The annual Chantilly Pyramid Art Show will be held on Wednesday, 4/19, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Chantilly High School. Please come and explore the artistic talents of the students from Lees Corner and our community from Kindergarten through 12th grade. We look forward to seeing you at the show!
Ms. Kang and Ms. Mead
Arrival Reminders
Our school doors open at 8:35 a.m. The bell rings at 8:50 a.m. and students are expected to be in their classrooms ready to learn at 8:50 a.m. Please plan your arrival to allow for time for your child to walk to their classroom.
The kiss and ride line can get long especially on cloudy or rainy days, please plan ahead for these conditions, so your child will arrive on time.
If you have to drop your child off in front of the school after 8:50 AM, please remember to exercise caution and drive slowly. We still have students arriving by car and by bus and we want to avoid any accidents or injuries.
 Spring Book Fair
Mark your calendars! The Spring Book Fair is coming!
Student Previews (during the school day): April 18-20
Student Purchases (during the school day): April 24-28
Family Night: April 26, 4:30-6:30 pm
Please see the attached flyer for details.
We NEED volunteers to help make this event a success! Please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AAFA628A13-spring
If you have questions, contact librarian Leslie Dunbar at ladunbar@fcps.edu
Pyramid Spotlight on Student Learning
The Chantilly pyramid will host a Spotlight on Student Learning event on April 25th from 6:00-7:30 pm at Franklin Middle School. Come and see how students are engaging in rich learning experiences that support our Portrait of a Graduate attributes! There will be a student and teacher panel as well as a fair-style showcase, and student-designed stickers will be given out at the event. Families and students are welcome! You don’t want to miss it!
Recently Lees Corner students and staff welcomed SaulPaul to share his #BeTheChange message. We are excited to participate in a community service project to be part of that change.
During the month of April, we are inviting students to donate ONE new or gently used book to our book drive. Students will have the opportunity to write a book recommendation on a post-it note to attach to the book. If you would like, you may purchase a book at our book fair for the book drive. Students may bring their books to school April 10th-28th.
AAP Newsletter
The spring Advance Academics Program (AAP) Newsletter is now available for you to read. Find information on the screening process and services offered.
Kindergarten Registration
Do you have a rising Kindergartner? Lees Corner ES is currently enrolling for the 2023 – 2024 school year.
For more information and start the registration process, please visit our website and complete the intake form.
We would appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with neighbors who have preschool children or who are new to the area. Please encourage them to visit our website or contact our Registrar, Jill Boddie, for enrollment information. She can be reached at 703-227-3500 or at jwboddie@fcps.edu.
Vaccines Required for 7th Grade
The Tdap and Meningococcal (MenACWY) vaccines are required for students going into 7th Grade and must be updated in SIS. Your child may already have had these vaccines. Please contact your pediatrician for the vaccination record.
There are several ways to turn it into Jill Boddie, Registrar:
- Email it to Jill Boddie, Registrar, at jwboddie@fcps.edu
- Send a copy to the LCES Office through your child
- You or the doctor’s office can fax to 703-227-3597
- You can drop it off at the LCES Office
Please contact Jill Boddie at 703-227-3500 with any questions.
Community Resources for Families
Click here to read our latest community newsletter with information on resources to support families. This week's newsletter contains information on
- Dental Hygiene Clinic Event - Free!! April 15th
- Fairfax Connector Route update - Children 12 and under ride free.
- Chantilly Regional Library April Activities
 Parent Information Line Available in 8 Languages
Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS and to receive support if they are having difficulty communicating with their children's schools due to a language barrier.
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