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 Our amazing custodial team have been working around the clock to have TLES ready for the new school year! Open Library with Ms. Russell, New staff to TLES, Team Plannings
Dear TLES Families,
We are looking forward to seeing you all at Open House, Thursday August 17th from 2:00-3:30. During this time families can: drop off supplies in classrooms, meet the teacher & classmates, share contact information and sign-up for classroom support opportunities.
We would like to strongly suggest that families visit during the 45 minute period assigned by first letter of last name in order to stagger the number of people in the building and to support our limited parking capacity. Parking in the bus loop against the sidewalk will be permitted to provide additional parking options. We will welcome families by last names beginning with A-L attending from 2:00-2:45, and families by last names beginning with M-Z attending from 2:45-3:30.
On Thursday August 17th during Open House we will also hold our School Supply Fair for those who would like to pick up some free school supplies in the gym. In the cafeteria our fabulous TLES PTA will be present for families to sign up for the PTA. We will also have technology assistance, registration support, free/reduced meal sign-ups, and have members of our Mental Health Team available for a meet and greet.
Teacher assignments have been mailed out and should be received by early next week. Our teachers will also be reaching out to all families on August 15th, introducing themselves to you all and inviting you to join their Talking Points account.
We look forward to seeing you all on August 17th for our Open House!
Ben Chiet, Shele Banford & Coretta Brown
- August 14: Kindergarten Popsicles @ the Playground Playdate 4pm
- August 15: New-to-TLES Family Tours 9:30AM & 3:30PM
- August 17: Open House & School Supply Fair
- 2:00-2:45 Last Names A-L
- 2:45-3:30 Last Names M-Z
- August 21: First Day of School
- August 23: TLES Community Ice Cream Social 5pm at the playground
- September 1 & 4: Labor Day Break - Student Holiday
- September 7: 5:00-5:30 PTA Meeting in the cafe - open to all
- September 7: Back to School Night - 5:30-6:00 (session #1) + 6:15-6:45 (session #2)
August 14 PTA Sponsored Welcome Back Breakfast for Teachers
Signup to bring something: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FA5A923A3FDC34-teacher2
You can drop your items off at the school on Monday August 14th between 7:00-7:45 am or reach out to events@timberlanepta.com to coordinate other arrangements.
Thank you in advance for your help!
🍧August 23 Community Ice Cream Social TLES Playground 5PM🍧
On August 23rd the PTA will host the second annual Community Ice Cream Social! Please join us at 5pm at the Timber Lane playground to have some ice cream, meet new friends, and kick off the new school year. We can't wait to see you there! You can find the full list of upcoming PTA events on our website.
Become a Member of our PTA
As you start to prepare for the upcoming year, please consider joining us! Additional information about the PTA and how to join can be found on www.timberlanepta.com!
Or connect with us on Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/TimberLanePTA
 First Day of School August 21st
Preparing for and Paying for Meals at School
Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2023-24 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible for the 2023-24 school year, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
Paying With MySchoolBucks
The best way to purchase meals (and keep food lines moving!) is to use MySchoolBucks. Set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. Our front office staff can help with any questions.
MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically, as needed. Families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. Visit FCPS’ Food and Nutrition webpage for more information.
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.
- Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays.
- Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked).
- Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.
The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a- Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sunset on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and last through sundown Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Tuesday is designated a half-O day, and Wednesday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.
Support Your Child’s Success
Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child.
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. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
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2023-30 Strategic Plan News This is an exciting time for FCPS! We are continuing the work of implementing our new strategic plan. Next week, teachers will learn how their work is critical to achieving excellent student outcomes. Families may learn more about the strategic plan at our upcoming Back to School Night.
Stay tuned for additional information on how FCPS’ new strategic plan is coming to life. In the meantime, please visit the Strategic Plan webpage.
Free Resources for Families
Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Workshops for Families
The Family Resource Center is already scheduling a helpful series of webinars for the 2023-24 school year. Save the date for the following discussions in September. See the full list of workshops. Click on the title to register for each event:
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New School Year, New Strategies: How to Plan, Persist, and Achieve Academic Success This Year, on Friday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
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Meet the Author Series: The Self-Driven Child by Dr. William Stixrud, Friday, September 15, 10-11:15 a.m.
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Characteristics and Needs of Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners, on Tuesday, September 19, 10-11:30 a.m.
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Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions, Friday September 29, 10-11:30 a.m.
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Kindergarten Families, meet up with other families with students entering Kindergarten & our TLES Kindergarten Team on August 14th at 4:00PM.
 Kindergarten Playdate on the TLES Playground with friends & the Kindergarten Team. August 14 at 4:00PM
 Join us for Timber Lane ES' Open House August 17, 2-3:30PM
Join us for Timber Lane ES' 2023-2024 School Year Open House
2:00-2:45 Last Names A - L
2:45-3:30 Last Names M-Z
You and your student will meet their teachers & see their classroom. You are welcome to drop of school supplies during Open House. Grade level supply lists can be found on our website, https://timberlanees.fcps.edu/academics/supply-lists
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On August 17th during our annual Open House we will also host our School Supply Fair in the in the gym. Every grade level has a required set of supplies that students will need for the school year such as: pencils, notebooks, earphones and other items. With the assistance of Kids ‘R First we will have a number of supplies available for pick up for all families who would be interested. |
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On August 15th at 9:30AM and 3:30PM, Our Family Liaison, Margarita Baptiste will lead new-to-Timber Lane families through a tour of our school. Families will get to walk around and get to see our main office, classrooms, cafeteria, gymnasium and our library. Mrs. Baptiste will provide answers to some of our frequently asked questions and help assist with any required registration paperwork. Tours will be presented in English & Spanish. 😊 |
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Celebrate McLean - McLean HS
Friday Sept. 8th 4:00 - 6:30PM
Live DJ, Games, & Food Trucks
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