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Churchill Chatter - Issue 2, September 8, 2023
Good Afternoon Churchill Road Families,
What a great start to the school year! Students are engaged and excited to be in school and ready to learn. Earlier this week, we celebrated our bus drivers with coffee and treats. We are so grateful for all that they do for us each morning and afternoon.
Our first round of grade level community conversations begins next week. Look for grade-level specific emails coming via our eNotify system with all the details. We hope that you will join us for these informative conversations.
The PTA has postponed Back to School Movie Night from tonight to Friday, September 29th due to concerns about the weather. We hope you are able to join in the fun on the 29th.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Cherith Pierson-Barr and Ms. Jen Niccolls
In This Week's Issue
- Advanced Academic Updates
- PTA Back to School Movie Night Postponed to September 29
- STEAM Student and Family Opportunities
- Health and Safety Guidance for Schools
- September 11 National Day of Service
- Free Concerts at the Alden Theater
- Important Dates
Advanced Academic Updates
AAP Information Session:
We will host a virtual Advanced Academic Program information session on Thursday, October 5th at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. *Please note this is a new date/time.* We will provide an overview of the Advanced Academic program and the referral & screening process for full-time services. Please visit AAP Parent Information Meeting Link to register for the Zoom session. A recording of the presentation will be made available for parents unable to attend the virtual session.
Ability Testing:
Parents of children in 3rd – 6th grade can request a one-time retake of either the CogAT or NNAT. If you would like to request a retake, please email our School Test Coordinator, Nick Kilpatrick nfkilpatrick@fcps.edu, and our Advanced Academic Resource Teachers (AART), Esther Lee eclee@fcps.edu and/or Christine Neubauer cmplagataneu@fcps.edu, by September 15th for the CogAT (grade 3 and up) and October 15th for the NNAT (grade 3 and up).
Fall Screening Window:
The fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January 1, 2023. The fall screening referral window is from the first day of school - October 15. Referral forms for full time AAP services are found at https://www.fcps.edu/node/38893. Please contact AARTs, Esther Lee eclee@fcps.edu or Christine Neubauer cmplagataneu@fcps.edu for more information. Referral forms can be emailed to AARTs.
AAP Fall Newsletter:
Here is a link to the Fall Newsletter from the AAP Office: Fall Newsletter
PTA Back to School Movie Night Postponed to Friday, September 29
No Movie Night tonight! Unfortunately, the CRS Back to School Movie Night originally scheduled for tonight, September 8, has been POSTPONED due to the adverse weather forecast for tomorrow evening.
Movie Night has been rescheduled for Friday, September 29: doors will open at 6:30pm; and movie will start at 7:15pm.
For all who pre-purchased tickets and family dinner packs, there is nothing more to do on your end, as the PTA will seamlessly transfer all purchased tickets and dinner packs to the new date on Sept. 29.
We hope that the new date brings us a worry-free and storm-less evening to enjoy The Super Mario Bros. Movie under the stars with friends in the CRS 'Backyard'.
Apologies for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email vpmembership@churchillroadpta.org
 Student & Family Opportunities
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Search for STEAM and Computer Science Community Activities: Fairfax County Public Libraries has a searchable database of student and family centered activities across the county. Check out their website to find activities near you.
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NASA Goddard Space Flight Center runs a wide variety of weekend programs for students of all ages. Check their website for upcoming events.
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Unfold the Universe with NASA Goddard Space Flight Center: Learn about the James Webb Space Telescope with activities from the Center of Science and Industry. Activities will feature how Webb was launched into space, how it uses light to study space, and more!
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Join the FAA to Celebrate National Girls in Aviation Day -- Girls Who Drone! Children get the chance to get hands-on experience flying drones, simulating flight as an Air Traffic Controller, flying foam rockets, and more. Sign up for a 1-hour time slot so that you and your child(ren) can enjoy all the wonders of aviation. When registering please be sure to select enough tickets for both you and your child(ren). Time slots you book are for access to fly drones. You and your children are welcome to explore other FAA sponsored activities available throughout the duration of the event.
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STEAMOLOGY STEM Fest Offers Hands-On Activities for Students
Students are invited to participate in STEM FEST on Saturday, October 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South County High School. Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can participate in robotics demonstrations, coding experiments, and more. High school students are invited to volunteer. Visit the STEAMOLOGY website for more information.
2023-24 Health and Safety Guidance for Schools
Although the COVID-19 hospital transmission level (previously the COVID-19 Community Transmission level) for Fairfax County is currently low, COVID-19 cases have risen in Virginia during the last few weeks, and flu season will soon be upon us. Be sure to review FCPS Health and Safety Guidance for the best ways to prevent the spread of disease and to find out when students should stay home from school.
Did You Know...
- Jen Zamzow, Ph.D from Psychology Today writes- “Have you ever started out the school year excited for all the memories you’ll make with your kids, only to find yourself barely hanging on by Christmas? What starts out feeling manageable somehow morphs into an endless cycle of activities and responsibilities and the never-ending taxi driving.” Here are some tips on making the school year sustainable.
- Jennifer Daffon, PsyD., LMHC from Psychology Today writes “Is your teen preoccupied with fears that lead to sleep problems, increased irritability, or disruptions to everyday life? If so, they may be suffering from anxiety.” Here are 3 ways parents can help teens manage their anxiety.
September 11 National Day of Service
The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and to act in service to others as a way of honoring those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks. FCPS acknowledges the loss of life that day, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country.
All students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it also supports Portrait of a Graduate attributes, and social and emotional learning skills. Middle and high school students can find out more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL.
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Free Concerts from the Alden Theatre
“The Pursuit of Happiness: Music for Social Wellbeing” with Calvin Earl
Sunday, Sept. 17, 3 p.m. - McLean Central Park Gazebo
All ages. Free. Free parking and the park entrance are located at Dolly Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Dr. Bring a picnic and chairs or a blanket. Restrooms are available at MCC.
Calvin Earl brings people together to engage and uplift our shared humanity in our community with music and storytelling. This program seeks to help us remember what we have in common and get reacquainted with our neighbors after the long COVID isolation. Music at its core is meant to connect us to our common humanity and ignite the inner joy and love we all have within us.
Buckets ‘N Boards
Saturday, Sept. 23, 5 p.m. - McLean Central Park Gazebo
Free. Free parking and the park entrance are located at Dolly Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Dr. Bring a picnic and chairs or a blanket. Restrooms are available at MCC.
Back by Popular Demand! BNB is a hilarious, high-energy and interactive percussion show that has captivated audiences worldwide! They have something for everyone in the family—amazing tap dancing, clean comedy, body percussion, beatboxing and more! The show was born from Gareth Server and Matt Livingston’s shared passion for music and rhythm combined with their natural joyous charm and lighting quick wit.
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FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Important Forms for Caregivers to Complete
- Immunization Reminder
- Free Tutoring Resources
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
FCPS Cares Program
Recognizing employees who go above and beyond
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS, and more specifically, Churchill Road employees.
Important Dates
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Friday, Sept. 8 - PTA Family Movie Night - CANCELLED, Rescheduled for Friday, Sept. 29
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Monday, September 25 - Yom Kippur, School Closed
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Thursday, October 5 - AAP Parent Orientation (Virtual), 8:30 AM
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Monday, October 9 - Student Holiday
Calendar for 2023-24 School Year (for a printable version)
Quick Links:
Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.
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