ATES Updates 05/05/2023

Upcoming Dates:

05/08       Family Food Market (3:45-5:00 PM, ATES Cafeteria)
05/12       Parent Coffee (9:00 am, cafeteria)
                Topic: Fairfax County Health department services
05/26       Parent Coffee (9:00 am, cafeteria)
                Topic: Tutor.com
05/29       Memorial Day (Student holidays, no classes)
06/05       Family Food Market (3:45-5:00 PM, ATES Cafeteria)
06/09       Field Day (Rain Date: 06/12)
06/14        ATES Carnival Day
06/15        5th Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:00-11:00am)
06/16        Last Day of School – Early Dismissal Day
                 Report Cards Go Home


SOL Testing Schedule

SOL Testing Schedule

SOLPass

SOLPass provides an opportunity for students to practice for the SOL science, social studies, and reading tests. All Annandale Terrace students have access to the site. You may access the site through www.solpass.org/login or by going to Student Resources from our school website.

When you are on the login page, enter our school name and password: annandale. Click Login

SOLPASS

May's Family Food Market

ATES is partnering with the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) again to offer the monthly distributions of nutritious groceries to members of the ATES community, free of charge for the school year 2022-2023.

When: May 8th from 3:45 PM-5:00PM

Where: Family Markets will be held inside the cafeteria

What: The CAFB will be providing canned food/ dry goods and produce. Bring your bag, please!

​​​​​​​Action required: Please complete May's survey provided in the link below prior to your visit to the school for the food distribution as this is a monthly requirement by CAFB.

https://forms.gle/xT1es89sMahH6qR47


Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Attendance

A study on elementary and middle schools found that attendance rates in April are 5.8% higher than June. Let's work together to end the school year successfully! Visit our website for attendance resources.


Child Find Screenings

Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs as well as educating the community about child development and the importance of early intervention. Child Find screenings and services are provided by the FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services program for children ages 20 months through 5 years who live in Fairfax County or Fairfax city. Learn more on the Child Find website.


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.


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:

 

  • School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
  • FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family involvement.
  • Family Engagement Resources – FCPS works to connect, strengthen, and support our families, schools, and communities. Learn more on our website.
  • Do You Know About Family Liaisons Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. Find out how family liaisons can support you and your family.

There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child ASAP!


Cancer Resources

Inova (free classes for adults and children who have/had a parent with cancer) – Life with Cancer 

Nueva vida: https://www.nueva-vida.org/

Hats for Children - Ellie’s Hats 

Breast Cancer Freebies https://breastcancerfreebies.com/ 

Food and Friends: no cost food support to families dealing with life-threatening illness; must get a referral from nurse navigator

LGFB Alliance Skin Care and Makeup with Complimentary Kit. 

https://lookgoodfeelbetter.org/alliance-partner-virtual-workshops/#SignUp

 

Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day at Paul Mitchell Salons (all services free-of-charge)

https://paulmitchell.edu/tysonscorner/events/cancer-survivor-beauty-and-support-day

 

June 6 from 12:45-8:00 PM

Breast Cancer-Specific Resources

 

Breast Cancer Freebies https://breastcancerfreebies.com/ 

Financial Assistance:

 

The Pink Fund: www.pinkfund.org or 1-877-234-PINK

The Donna Foundation: https://thedonnafoundation.org or 1-877-236-6626

For 3 Sisters:  www.f3s.org or 301-812-9003

Smiley Wiley Breast Cancer Foundation: www.smileywiley.org or 1-561-632-8631

Donna M. Saunders: http://dmsfinc.com/ or 703-216-3220

Cancer Care: www.cancercare.org/financial or 1-800-813-HOPE

HealthWell Foundation: www.healthwellfoundation.org or 1-800-675-8416

Hopkins Breast Cancer Foundation:  https://hopkinsbcinc.org  or 301-755-6253

Step Sisters: www.stepsisters.org; must contact nurse navigator for assistance 

Help Now Fund: http://thebreastcancercharities.org/help-now-fund or 936-231-8460

Transportation:

American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org/treatment/support-programs-and-services or 1-800-227-2345;  currently not available due to COVID

Step Sisters: www.stepsisters.org  must contact nurse navigator for assistance 

 

Wigs/Breast Prosthesis:

American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org/about-us/local/virginia.html or 703-938-5550

Bravadas: https://bravadas.com or 703-352-4247

Hope Scarves: www.hopescarves.org or 502-333-9715

TLC: www.tlcdirect.org or 1-800-850-9445

The Pink Lily: https://thepinklilycancer.com or 855-746-5545 

Nordstrom: https://shop.nordstrom.com/content/breast-prosthesis-program 

Knitted Knockers: www.knittedknockers.org or 360-595-3278

ANAONO:  www.anaono.com; post mastectomy bras (reasonably priced) & drain belts ($6);donation program or 866-879-1744

E-Beauty: https://ebeauty.com (free wigs)

 

Healing Trips:

Mary’s Place By The Sea: www.marysplacebythesea.org or 732-455-5344

Little Pink Houses of Hope: www.littlepink.org or 336-213-4733

Learn to Row DC:  www.wecanrowdc.com  sponsor weekend learn to row trips for breast cancer survivors, all stages

Casting for Recovery https://castingforrecovery.org/ 

 

Other:

Breast Cancer Freebies: www.breastcancerfreebies.com 

The Lydia Project: www.thelydiaproject.org or 1-877-593-4212

Magic Hour: https://magichour.org/ (free family photo shoot)

Cleaning For A Reason: www.cleaningforareason.org or 1-877-337-3348


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.


Tutor.com Services for All Students

tutor

Does your student need help with homework or preparing for a test? Don’t forget, FCPS students still have no-cost access to Tutor.com 24/7. Do you have questions about the service? View this FAQ.


Dad Parenting Class

You can still order a yearbook online. The price has increased to $18 per book.

Yearbook sale

 

Order your Yearbooks Today!

Purchase your 2022-2023 yearbook now at 

https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

Sale! $18.00 after 03/31/2023.  School Code: 13655723


PROJECTED PARENTING EDUCATION PROGRAM GROUPS

Parenting class

For more information or to enroll in a class, please email buildingstrongfamilies@fairfaxcounty.gov or
Parent Support Line at 703-324-7720.


Share your thoughts

Take the survey via here: https://www.publicinput.com/opioid-funds


Recognize Teachers For The Great Work They Are Doing!

FCPS CARES

The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Annandale Terrace Elementary School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!


Power Pack Program

Power Pack

In partnership with Food For Others, we are happy to offer food for the families every Friday again for this school year. Please fill out the form if you wish to participate.


FAMILY PEER SUPPORT PARTNER SERVICES

PRSFamilv Peer Support Services are available to Families residing in Fairfax County and the cities of Fairfax and Falls Church, including but not limited to parents, stepparents, extended family and fictive kin, with an identified childbirth through age 21 diagnosed with mental health or substance use. For more information, please visit: https://prsinc.org/ and see the flyer

 


Stock Market

Register here: Book Your Class with Financial Empowerment Center- South County - Other (setmore.com)


Elementary Institute for The Arts

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.

art camp

Summer Block Party

Summer Camps 2023

The resources listed here (Summer Camps 2023 Info.pdf) are provided for informational purposes only. They do not reflect recommendations or endorsements by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) or the FCPS Family Resource Center. For questions, contact the Family Resource Center at 703-204-3941 or prc@fcps.edu; Digital version is also available at: https://padlet.com/prc9/summer-camp-guide


Basketball Camp

If you are interested, you can register via here