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The Lion’s Roar
June 9, 2023
Under the Big Top – The Lane Kindergarten Circus Returns to Town!
Monday morning our kindergarteners transformed into clowns, lions, jugglers, tightrope walkers, and many more classic circus acts as the Lane Kindergarten Circus made a triumphant return after several years. Check out these amazing performers!
See more circus pictures at the end of this newsletter!
The Sounds of Lane Music
This week was also concert week at Lane as the 5th & 6th Grade Choruses; 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Strings students; and 5th & 6th Grade Band students performed their spring concerts for other students during the day and friends and families in the evening. Congratulations to all of our talented musicians!
Upcoming Events
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Monday, 6/12 - Friday, 6/16 – SCA "Lane!" Spirit Week
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Monday, June 12th: “L is for Lane Lion Day” – Wear your favorite Lane spiritwear or blue
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Tuesday, June 13th: “A is for Any Other Animal Day” – Dress up/wear animal prints for any other animal EXCEPT a lion
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Wednesday, June 14th: “N is for Neon or Tie-Dye Day” – Wear neon and/or tie-dye
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Thursday, June 15th: “E is for Extra-Curricular Day” – Wear something that shows an extra-curricular activity (e.g., team uniform, martial arts clothing, dancewear)
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Friday, June 16th: “! is for Be Yourself Day” – Wear something that shows you being you
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Monday, 6/12 – 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:30 a.m.
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Friday, 6/16 – Last day of school, 2-hour early release at 2:05 p.m.
In This Issue
- SCA Spirit Week Next Week!
- Last Day of School Next Friday, June 16th; 2-Hour Early Release at 2:05 p.m.
- Yearbook Distribution Next Week
- Please Return All Library Books ASAP!
- School Medication End-of-Year Pick-Up
- Sign Your Child Up for Band or Strings Next Year
- Does Your Child Like to Sing? Sign Up for Chorus Next Year
- Save the Date for Back-to-School Summer and Fall Events!
- Take Tutor.com on the Road
- PTA News: New Spiritwear Fashions Available Now
- Parent Resources: Mental wellness summer supports; summer camps
- FCPS News & Announcements: Strategic Plan update
News & Notes
SCA Spirit Week Coming Soon!
The SCA will sponsor a full week of spirit days next week to celebrate the last week of school – Monday, June 12th through Friday, June 16th. The overall theme is LANE! Here are the individual themes for each day.
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Monday, June 12th: “L is for Lane Lion Day” – Wear your favorite Lane spiritwear or blue
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Tuesday, June 13th: “A is for Any Other Animal Day” – Dress up/wear animal prints for any other animal EXCEPT a lion
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Wednesday, June 14th: “N is for Neon or Tie-Dye Day” – Wear neon and/or tie-dye
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Thursday, June 15th: “E is for Extra-Curricular Day” – Wear something that shows an extra-curricular activity (e.g., team uniform, martial arts clothing, dancewear, etc.)
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Friday, June 16th: “! is for Be Yourself Day” – Wear something that shows you being you!
As always, school-appropriate shoes are required.
All students are encouraged to participate to enjoy the spirited end-of-year fun!
Last Day of School Is Next Friday; Early Dismissal at 2:05 p.m.
The 2022 – 2023 school year will officially come to a close next Friday, June 16th. That day, students will be dismissed two hours early at 2:05 p.m. Please be sure you have this schedule change on your calendar.
Yearbook Distribution Next Week
The yearbooks have arrived! All books that were pre-ordered online will be distributed to students on Tuesday the 13th.
We have a very limited number of books available for purchase. They will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis in the office on the following schedule:
- Wednesday, June 14th, 9:30 – 10 a.m. – 6th GRADERS ONLY
- Thursday, June 15th, 9:30 – 10 a.m. – all grades
- Friday, June 16th, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. – all grades.
Each book will be $20, CASH ONLY.
Please Return All Library Books ASAP!
All library materials were due last Friday, June 2nd. If your child still has books that need to be returned, please make sure that happens as soon as possible. Paper notices will be sent home on Monday, so be sure to check your child’s backpack.
As a reminder, the library does not have fees for overdue books; however, families are expected to pay the replacement cost for books that are lost or returned damaged.
Contact Mrs. Chozick, Librarian, at schozick@fcps.edu with questions.
School Medication End-of-Year Pick-up
All medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school, 2:05 p.m. on June 16th. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.
If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
If you have any questions, please contact our health room aide, Jovanna Velez, at 703-924-7710.
Sign Your Child Up for Band or Strings Next Year!
If your child is interested in learning how to play an instrument next school year in the Band or Strings program, please sign up TODAY! Lessons take place during the school day, during your child’s specials time! Students in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade can learn to play strings instruments. Students in 5th and 6th grade can learn to play band instruments.
Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of one of these special programs! CLICK HERE to sign up!
If you have any questions before you sign up, please reach out to the Band or Strings teachers.
- Amber Hicks, Strings: anhicks@fcps.edu
- Ryan Woessner, Band: rtwoessner1@fcps.edu
We hope your child will participate!
Does Your Child Like to Sing? Sign Up for Chorus Next Year!
Our 5th & 6th Grade Lane Choruses put on a fantastic performance Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, and we look forward to carrying that momentum into next school year.
Students going into 5th or 6th grade next year can sign up for Chorus as an elective. This can be in addition to learning to play an instrument in Band or Strings. If your child likes to sing, be sure to sign up now for Chorus next year using this form.
We look forward to hearing your child’s voice in Chorus next year!
Save the Dates for Summer and Back-to-School Events!
We have started planning some community events for the summer and the school year ahead! Please be sure to put these events on your calendars if you’d like to attend.
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Popsicle Playdates: Monday, August 7th through Thursday, August 10th, 7 – 8 p.m. on the main playground
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Monday, August 7th – New kindergarten families
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Tuesday, August 8th – Grades 1 & 2
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Wednesday, August 9th – Grades 3 & 4
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Thursday, August 10th – Grades 5 & 6
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Back-to-School Town Halls with Mrs. Prahl, 6 – 7 p.m.
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Tuesday, August 15th – virtual in English
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Wednesday, August 16th – in person with Spanish interpretation
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Open House – Thursday, August 17th
Students and their families are invited to come to school during this time period to see their classrooms, meet their teachers, and reconnect with Lane friends. In order to manage our capacity for this popular event, we have divided our school community into three groups, by student last name. (If you have children with different last names, your family may choose a session based on any of the names.) Parking will be limited, so please plan to walk to school or carpool if possible.
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Last names that begin with A through H: 5 – 5:30 p.m.
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Last names that begin with I through Q: 5:45 – 6:15 p.m.
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Last names that begin with R through Z: 6:30 – 7 p.m.
- PTA First Day Coffee – Monday, August 21st, 9:20 – 10:30 a.m.
More details about these and other events will be sent out in the weeks ahead.
Take Tutor.com on the Road!
Tutor.com continues to be available to all students, at no cost, to continue summer learning. Visit the Summer Access Tutor.com webpage for more information on how to access the online service throughout the summer.
PTA News
PTA Launches New Lane Spiritwear Fashions on New Year-Round Website!
Lane spiritwear has a fresh new look and a new year-round website! The Lane PTA is excited to announce its new Spiritwear Store for the 2023-2024 school year! The items in the store have SO MANY fun color choices that they couldn't wait until next year to show off what they have to offer! To see all of the items, check out this link: https://shop.printyourcause.com/campaigns/lane-elementary-school.
You can purchase items now for next year and have them shipped directly to you, OR, if you’d like to save on shipping costs, you can shop now but order during the PTA’s spiritwear sale at the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year in which items will be sent to the school and distributed to students through their teachers.
Parent Resources
Mental Wellness Summer Supports
The FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from June 26th to August 4th. Any FCPS parent or secondary student can schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or school social worker by phone or videoconference. Consultations will be offered in two ways:
- Directly to parents of students in any grade level. This consultation provides an opportunity for parents to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.
- Directly to students in middle or high school. This consultation provides an opportunity for middle and high school students to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or school transitions and changes. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time management.
All parents and secondary students are encouraged to take advantage of this service. Consultations can be requested online or by calling 703-503-2520 and leaving a message.
Summer Fun for All! Summer Camps and Adapted Recreation
The Family Resource Center has recently published a list with dozens of summer camps including general camps, camps for students with a variety of needs, and camps for children of military personnel. They’ve also prepared a list of adapted resources, sorted by activity, that are inclusive for children and adults of various physical abilities.
The Family Resource Center (FRC) provides resources and support for all families and school staff. They offer a free library, confidential consultations, and informational webinars. For more information, call 703-204-3941, email frc@fcps.edu or visit their website.
FCPS News & Announcements
Strategic Plan to Be Voted on at Next School Board Meeting
Superintendent Reid recently presented FCPS’ new Strategic Plan to the School Board. The School Board will vote on the plan at their meeting on Thursday, June 15th. Find out how to view the Board meeting.
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