What's Happening at Mount Eagle October 6, 2023

Our kindergarten classes enjoyed a gorgeous day of learning at Shlagel Farms this week!


What's Happening at Mount Eagle

October 6, 2023


Indigenous People's Day

No School on Monday; PTO Meeting on Wednesday

School is closed for all students on Monday, October 9. Teachers will be at school learning, planning and preparing lessons. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday. And we'll see parents on Wednesday at 8:40am for the PTO meeting, It will be in the cafeteria this month.


Wednesday, October 11 is Picture Day

Check your mailbox for the school picture flier. There are three ways you can order portraits of your child:

  • Order online
  • Send in exact change on October 11 with the flier
  • Send in the flier with your credit card information on the flier on Oct 11

Please wait until Wednesday to send in the flier with money. The easiest and safest way is to order online. Go to www.barksdalephoto.com and use the password for Mount Eagle: 0037889IN.


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Family Fun Events 

Puzzles & Pizza on Tuesday, October 17 6:30pm

This is a fun night for all ages. There will be puzzles for all ages, including a team competition. Pizza will be available for purchase. Help us with how much to order by filling out this quick form 

Edison Pyramid Football Fun on Friday, October 20 6:30pm 

Kids can run the field before the football game. All students get in free with a paying adult ($5). All of the schools in the Edison pyramid will be there to show our school spirit.

Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 22 3-5pm Mount Eagle parking lot

Come trick or treat early with our first "Trunk or Treat." Cars will be decorated and giving out candy to children in costumes This is an event for the Mount Eagle community with children in Grade 6 or younger. If you would like to participate with your car, register here at this link

BINGO Night on Friday, November 17 6:30pm

This annual community event is a Mount Eagle tradition. We need donations for prize baskets. Please come to the PTO meeting on Wednesday to learn ways you can help make BINGO Night a success.


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Have you set up your account?

A My School Bucks is an easy way to make payments for school for field trips, instrument rentals and more. It's easy to set up an account, and you can use your phone. Go to their website to start. If you have questions, please reach out to Ms. Debbie Schuman in our office. 


Advanced Academics Information for Parents: Wednesday, October 18 6:15pm

Join Ms. Meade to learn about the different levels of service for students in FCPS and how students are screened for services. Learn what it means for us to be a Local Level 4 school. This is open to parents from all grade levels.

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Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am  Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:30pm 

Office Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm

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Important Dates

Monday, October 9

  • School closed for all students

Tuesday - Friday: Bookfair

Wednesday, October 11

  • PTO Meeting at Mount Eagle 8:40am
  • Picture Day!

Tuesday, October 17

  • Puzzles & Pizza with the PTO 6:30-8pm

Wednesday, October 18

  • Advanced Academics Information for All Parents 6:15-7pm at Mount Eagle

Friday, October 20 

  • Edison Pyramid: Run the field & football game at Edison HS 6:30pm

See the complete 2023-24 school year calendar


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Get Involved with Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child and to have fun! There are many ways where you can share your voice, talents and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages. 

 


Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear?  If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.


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Your Partners In Education

We are honored to work with your family this year and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all your support.   

Jean Consolla, Principal          

jtconsolla@fcps.edu

Kate Kirkland, Assistant Principal    kekirkland@fcps.edu