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اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے۔
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Dear Stratford Landing Families,
Next week we celebrate the heart and soul of our school, our teachers, and staff! I’d like to thank PTA for their generosity next week as they say thanks with BBQ, omelets, and yoga! We have some school treats planned for our staff as well. Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is always a wonderful time of year. I’m often asked by families what is the best way to show our staff appreciation. My first response is always just a simple thank you. Teachers thrive and flourish when they can see and feel their impact on our school, our students, our families, and our community. A kind note or thoughtful email can go a long way, especially when heartfelt from a student or parent.
Additionally, you can recognize our staff members through our FCPS Cares program. This provides our hardworking staff recognition at the division level. How exciting would next week be if we saw the site populated with thank you after thank you for the impact of our Stratford Landing Staff?
We finished a successful first week of SOL testing. Special thanks to our School Based Technology Specialist, Katie Kirdahi, and our Instructional Coach, Rose Stephens, for their leadership and organization of our testing so far. Our School Testing Coordinator, Mrs. Williams, is still at home recovering from her knee surgery, and she, too, is working behind the scenes to ensure our assessments run smoothly. And, of course, way to go, students! Their effort and energy, and their care to do well, is a testament to the work of our teachers this school year. Keep up the great spirit and effort, dolphins.
The last seven weeks of school will be a frenzy of activity, learning, and excitement for our students, staff, and families. We are looking forward to finishing the school year strong. Here’s to joyful seven weeks ahead.
Until next time…
Kevin Morris, Principal
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Say “Thank You!” to Your Favorite Teacher
The first full week of May (May 8 to 12) is Teacher Appreciation Week. You can submit a recorded message thanking and celebrating our school’s amazing teachers and staff.
Your video message may be selected to share with our teachers and community on FCPS’ website and social media channels throughout Teacher Appreciation Week. Surprising our teachers and staff with these messages of gratitude and support is part of the fun, so keep your contribution under wraps until May.
More information and a submission form are available online. Please be aware, the submission form requires a Google account. If you do not have a Google account and wish to be part of the celebration, share your messages on social media and tag FCPS on Facebook or Instagram.
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Distinguished Dolphins
Wow, this year, we’ve recognized close to 300 students for their commitment to our Dolphin Decree and CARES. Our teachers have provided such thoughtful, meaningful narratives for these students, and we are so proud of our students. Our Distinguished Dolphins contribute to a positive school community.
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Elementary Institute for The Arts (EIFTA)
Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July. Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day. Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email eifta@fcps.edu.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
According to a recent study of elementary and middle schools, there is a 5.8% difference between April and June attendance rates. Let's work together to end the school year successfully! Visit our website for attendance resources.
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What is ParentVue and How You Can Sign Up
If you do not already have a ParentVUE SIS account, sign up now to monitor and support your child’s academic success! Through ParentVUE, you are able to monitor your student’s attendance, grades, and assignments at any time. You can also access special reports for your student like progress reports and assessments score reports.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. SIS ParentVUE can be accessed using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks you through the steps on how to do so. You can also find out more about SIS ParentVUE on our website.
Update Contact Information in WeCare@School
Within SIS ParentVUE, Fairfax County Public Schools provides weCare@school (weCare), an emergency care information system. weCare helps manage contact and emergency medical information by allowing parents/caregivers to enter and update their children’s data online.
That contact information automatically enrolls parents/caregivers to receive critical updates from the district and their child’s school through the eNotify system. FCPS uses eNotify to communicate emergency, transportation, attendance, weather closing and delay, and essential outreach messages. Messages are sent by email, text, and occasionally by phone. Learn more about updating your emergency care information.
Save the Date! Young Entrepreneurs Expo/Children's Business Fair
The Spring Young Entrepreneurs Expo next Saturday, May 13th at Hayfield Secondary School from 9 am to 12 pm is a great opportunity to meet and support over 100 of our young entrepreneurs (ages 6-18), network with our School Business Boosters, and learn more about the clubs and activities available to students. Come out and support our community's young entrepreneurs!
Click here for more info on this event and meet the Entrepreneurs.
Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
SLES Volunteers! We want to show our gratitude for your time and dedication to Stratford Landing Elementary for the 2022-2023 school year by inviting you to our Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, May 24th. Please take a look at the flyer below for the event details, and remember to RSVP by May 17th. We hope to see you there!
 
Final Feedback Opportunity - Strategic Plan Survey
If you haven’t already, please participate in the final opportunity to provide feedback on the draft Strategic Plan goals, measures, and pillars. Take the survey today! Feedback will be reviewed by the School Board at their May 9 retreat. It will also be discussed at the May 25 Board meeting. The survey will close Wednesday, May 17. Visit FCPS’ website to learn about the strategic planning process.
Virtual Families as Partners Workshop: Summer Programs Available for SLES Students
Please join us for a VIRTUAL information session on May 31, at 10 am, to learn more about the various summer program opportunities available for our students in Fairfax County.
Register today!
If you have any questions, please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, by email at ahoward@fcps.edu or by phone at 703-619-3690.
Social Emotional Learning Screener Reports
Twice a year, students in grades 3-12 share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed through the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. These skills include achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. These factors are critical to positive academic, social, and emotional success.
Spring 2023 SEL Screener results will be mailed to families in mid-May. The Social Emotional Learning Screener Parent/Guardian Report and Guide has been updated to better reflect how SEL Screener results are used to support school and districtwide planning, in addition to supports for individual students. Visit the FCPS SEL Screener webpage for information in multiple languages, including tips for talking with your student about the report and strategies for strengthening SEL at home.
Senior Day at Stratford Landing ES
Attention Graduating Class of 2023:
If you attended Stratford Landing Elementary, we want to invite you back to SLES to help you celebrate this huge accomplishment! Seniors will get a chance to reminisce with friends and staff, have Q&A sessions with our current SLES students, and walk down the hallways one last time in cap and gown for the “Grad Walk.”
Seniors, if you plan to attend, please complete this form to RSVP in advance.
Questions? Contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at ahoward@fcps.edu or 703-619-3690.
Community Conversation: School Safety and Security
FCPS will host a community conversation to discuss our approach to safety and security, and the work we do every day to keep our schools safe. Join us Monday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South Lakes High School. Register for the Community Conversation.
FCPS staff and experts will review our risk assessment processes, the physical measures we already have in place to protect our students and staff, pilot programs to detect vaping, and how we communicate and collaborate with our partners when there is an incident at our schools.
An Update on ESSER Funding, and the Proposal for 2023-24
In the fall of 2021, FCPS received $188.8 million in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) funding to support the safe operation of schools and address the impacts of COVID-19 on students.
Last week, Sloan Presidio, FCPS’ chief academic officer, presented the proposed ESSER expenditures for the 2023-24 school year, the last year of ESSER funding. This funding is in addition to the FCPS operating budget and is specifically targeting the impacts of COVID-19.
The proposed plan presented at the recent School Board Meeting is intended to maximize the dollars remaining in our funding. At least 20% of the funding must be spent toward unfinished learning. The proposed plan has nearly 80% of ESSER funds allocated to support student learning needs. Read more about the plan.
Family Liaison Resources
by Andrea Howard
As your family liaison, my goal is to keep you informed about the valuable resources, events, and family engagement opportunities available through SLES, FCPS, and the community.
If you have questions about navigating the school, learning about FCPS resources, or getting your student set up for success, I'm here to help. Please email, or call 703-619-3690 to set up an appointment.
Visit the SLES Family Liaison homepage for additional information and resources.
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child ASAP!
FCPS' Parent Resource Center Is Now the Family Resource Center
FCPS’ Parent Resource Center has changed its name to the Family Resource Center (FRC), as a way to acknowledge and support the broad diversity of families in our community. The FRC continues to offer a wide range of essential resources and education for caregivers and students including:
Families can find printable resource guides and details about the center’s free lending library on FRC’s homepage. They may also sign up to receive the FRC newsletter for updates on webinars, resources, and other information. If you have questions, please contact the FRC via email at frc@fcps.edu or call 703-204-3941.
Upcoming FRC Webinars
The FRC is hosting the following upcoming webinars. Events are virtual unless stated otherwise:
Click on the titles above for more information or to register for a webinar.
Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!
Do you have questions or concerns about Fairfax County Public Schools? If so, reach out to the Office of the Ombuds, an independent, impartial, informal, and confidential resource for employees, parents/caregivers, students, and the community. Ombuds staff members are eager to listen and assist with navigating the school division. They will also offer options and resources to help resolve challenges.
Contact the Office of the Ombuds at 571-423-4014, at ombuds@fcps.edu, or via the “Submit a Question” button on their webpage. The team looks forward to serving you!
World Culture Day at SLES
Mark Your Calendar!
May 11: Young Artist Night (5:30 pm)
May 19: World Culture Day at SLES
May 24: Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
May 29: Holiday (Memorial Day) - NO SCHOOL
May 31: Virtual Families as Partners Workshop: Summer Programs Available for SLES Students (10 am)
June 6: Senior Day at SLES (2:30 pm)
June 16: Last Day of School (Early Release)
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