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Hello Beech Tree Families,
We have had a great start to the school year. Our students are having fun while learning. We had Bat Day today. Many students and staff showed off their bat attire. Fun Fact: Beech Tree has one of the biggest Batman fans of all. Our art teacher, Mr. Skrtic loves Batman. He along with many of our students showed their appreciation for the day. Just look at those smiling faces. Beech Tree is a happy place where everyone is a kid at heart.
 Please remember that Monday, September 25th is a student holiday. September 30th is our Family Field Trip to the United States Botanic Garden.
Enjoy the pictures and have a wonderful weekend! The weather is supposed to be gorgeous!
With appreciation,
Taiia Clarke
Principal
- Monday, September 18th Pajama Day
- Wednesday, September 20th Kindergarten to 5th Grade
Advanced Academic Program Overview
- Monday, September 25th School Closed (Holiday)
- Saturday, September 30th Family Field Trip
Location: United States Botanical Garden Bus Departs from Beech Tree at 9:30am
 Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community.
Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 23 - October 1, 2023, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS
Fall assessments have begun! Grades 1-5 have completed both their Math and Reading iReady assessments. Please see below for the upcoming assessments.
| Kindergarten |
Elementary Math Assessment System: September 18-October 2 |
Child Behavior Rating Scale: September 18-October 2 |
| Third Grade |
Virginia Growth Assessment- Reading: September 19 |
Virginia Growth Assessment- Math: September 26 |
| Fourth Grade |
Virginia Growth Assessment- Reading: September 20 |
Virginia Growth Assessment- Math: September 27 |
| Fifth Grade |
Virginia Growth Assessment- Reading: September 21 |
Virginia Growth Assessment- Math: September 28 |
As always, we ask that students get a good night rest prior to any assessment. Please reach out to the testing coordinators, Bridget Louder or Mike Meyer, should you have any inquiries regarding testing.
With the exception of service animals, dogs are not allowed on school grounds, playgrounds or sports fields at any time throughout the calendar year.
This is for the health and safety of our students and staff members.
When students are not present after school hours and athletic events (including practices) are not taking place, dog owners may walk their pets on a leash along the school property borders, such as on sidewalks/school roads. Please remember to clean up and properly dispose of pet waste. Keeping our Beavers safe is our top priority. Thank you!
Kindergarten to grade 5 families are invited to join us for a virtual session on understanding the AAP continuum of services on Wednesday, September 20th at 6:30. A Zoom link will be shared the day of.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Beech Tree is participating in a school-wide attendance competition for the month of September. We are going against the Glen Forest ES Eagles for the highest attendance rate each week of the month! Let's go, Beavers!
🤒 When a Student Should Stay Home From School
Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.
Help your student succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit FCPS’ website for information on when you should keep your child at home.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher, so that assistance can be provided if needed. Please contact us as soon as you know your child will be absent.
Read more about how families can help form good attendance habits.
🤧 Tips to Stay Healthy
Flu season is quickly approaching and communicable diseases continue to be present in our schools. Families and staff are encouraged to follow the health practices below to prevent the spread of illnesses and help keep our schools safe:
- Make an appointment to get a flu vaccine as soon as possible. Everyone six months and older should get a flu vaccine (with rare exceptions). Flu vaccines are widely available at doctors’ and pediatricians’ offices, grocery stores, and pharmacies.
- Get vaccinated against COVID-19 if you have not done so already. As of Tuesday, September 12, updated COVID-19 vaccines are approved for use among those aged 6 months or older for the 2023-24 season. Find out where you can get a COVID-19 vaccine or booster in your community by visiting Vaccinate Virginia, or calling 877-VAX-IN-VA or 877-829-4682. Note: Flu vaccines and COVID vaccines can be provided in the same appointment.
- Check with your student’s healthcare provider to make sure they are up to date on their required school entrance immunizations. Immunization records can now be updated in SIS ParentVUE through the Online Verification Update form.
- Check for mild, cold-like symptoms each day, such as fever, runny nose, cough, or shortness of breath. If a child is sick, please keep them home and get them tested for COVID-19 to stop further spread from occurring. Additional guidance on when to keep your child home due to symptoms and illness is available on the FCPS Attendance webpage. FCPS employees are also advised to stay home and get tested when feeling sick.
- Don’t forget to wash hands regularly, avoid touching the face with unwashed hands, cover the mouth when coughing or sneezing, and limit the time children spend in large group settings with contagious individuals whenever possible.
The most up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 school health practices is available on the Health and Safety Guidance webpage.
Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our schools safe and healthy.
Substitute and Instructional Assistant Hiring
Information Session for Substitute Teachers and Instructional Assistants Learn more about becoming a substitute teacher or instructional assistant at a virtual information session on Wednesday, September 20, from 2 to 3 p.m. Register for this session.
Visit the Recruitment Events calendar for a list of all FCPS job fairs.
🧪 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.
Family Resource Center:
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:
 A bond referendum to benefit Fairfax County Public Schools will be on the ballot this election season. The building and renovation of schools are not financed through the school system’s operating funds, but through bonds.
Similar to an individual or a family obtaining a mortgage on a residence to spread the cost of home buying over several years, bonds spread the cost of major capital improvements over a number of years. This ensures that current and future residents and users share in the payment. The county’s bonded debt is not likely to be a contributing factor to any increase in local taxes.
Hear from teachers how FCPS prioritizes safety with bond funding.
Read more about the FCPS 2023 Bond Referendum. Learn about registering to vote. Vote on Tuesday, November 7.
Dear Beech Tree PTA Community,
We hope this note finds you well and excited about the upcoming events at Beech Tree. We have some exciting updates and opportunities to share with you:
Magnus Chess Academy - Register Today! We're thrilled to announce that the Magnus Chess Academy is coming to Beech Tree! Chess is a game that not only sharpens the mind but also fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It's an excellent opportunity for your child to learn and have fun.
How to Register:
- Check out the attached flyer for all the details.
- Secure your child's spot in the academy by following the registration instructions in the flyer.
Earn Money for Beech Tree PTA with Harris Teeter - Code 4085 We know how important it is to support our school, and here's an easy way to do just that while you shop at Harris Teeter. By using code 4085, you can help us earn money for the PTA every time you make a purchase. It's a simple yet impactful way to contribute to the programs and initiatives that benefit our students and school community. Click the link to link your card to Beech Tree PTA.
Beech Tree Olympics - Save the Date: October 14th The much-anticipated Beech Tree Olympics are just around the corner! Mark your calendars for October 14th, and get ready for a day filled with excitement, sportsmanship, and fun. More details about this event will be coming soon, so stay tuned for ways to participate and support our amazing student athletes.
We can't wait to see our Beech Tree community come together for these fantastic opportunities. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to creating memorable experiences for our students.
If you have any questions or need further information about any of the mentioned events, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at ptabeechtree@gmail.com.
Hours: 9:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (doors open at 9:05 a.m. for arrival)
Attendance Line: 703-532-2626
Attendance Email: BeechTreeElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
School Registrar: Sandra Merino (703) 531-2620
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