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Dear Stone Families,
Fall is here and the weather is changing. We still believe in taking our outdoor break daily for a reset and recharge moment. Please encourage your student to dress appropriately for the weather and going outside for 15 minutes daily.
Upcoming Events
October 19th will be a busy day at Stone as we celebrate our after school program, cross country athletes and more during our first pep rally of the year. The afternoon will be a NJHS Walk for Hunger and finally from 3:30-4:30pm we will have our after school Fall Ball. Tickets are $3.00 and can be purchased during lunches all next week. There will be dancing, games, and prizes. It's sure to be a good time!
Please remind your students about appropriate behaviors in these various settings and activities. We want to continue having these activities throughout the school year and we do not want the behaviors of a few to dictate the experience for all.
School Picture Day
School Picture Day is coming Monday October 23rd & Tuesday October 24th 2023 . Pictures will be available approximately two weeks following our school's photo day. underclass@vosphoto.com
Don’t forget to purchase a yearbook (yearbookforever.com) as well so that you have forever memories of school picture days and more. More information can be found on our website.
News from the Health Room
Vision and hearing screening will be held on November 8th and 9th for all 7th graders and all 8th grade students who are new to FCPS. The purpose of screening is to identify students who need further evaluation due to difficulty seeing the screening chart or hearing the screening tones. If your child wears glasses, please be sure that glasses are at school on screening day.
Parents will be notified by letter if screening results indicate that further evaluation is needed.
Prompt follow-up with your health care provider is recommended as vision and hearing difficulties can interfere with learning. Questions? Contact Reggie Santiago, RN, BSN at rsantiago@fcps.edu
Stone EPF Food Pantry
Our Stone EPF Food Pantry is sponsored by a local community organization, Food for Neighbors. You might have seen their red bag collections across the county on Saturdays throughout the year. This holiday season s Food For Neighbors plans to provide local families with Holiday Meals at Thanksgiving. If you would like to learn how you can help students and their families please visit the Food For Neighbors website. Every $50 donation provides a meal for a family. Your generosity can make a difference for our Stone Panthers.
PTSA Meeting
Our October PTSA meeting is coming up soon on October 17, 2023 at 7:00pm in the Stone MS Library. I hope to see you there!
Let’s have a great week Panthers!
Sincerely,
Sonya Williams
Principal
Digital Citizenship Week (Oct. 16 - 20)
 WHAT IS DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP?
Kids today may seem like experts at using technology, but the digital world requires all kinds of skills and habits that kids don’t just pick up as they go. Digital citizenship helps them learn the habits and skills they need to use technology safely and responsibly in school, at home, and beyond.
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP WEEK (OCT. 16 - 20)
This week students can visit the 2023-24 Digital Citizenship Week Student Challenge folder in their Student All Schoology Course to participate in daily challenges where they can apply what they learn about the five topics below to earn digital badges and be entered in a raffle for prizes.
FAMILY RESOURCES
Working together, schools and families can prepare kids to think critically and use technology in positive, creative, and powerful ways. Learn how you can support these topics at home in the Family Resource links below.
Lesson resources adapted from Common Sense Media.
🧠 Media Balance and Well Being
How do we balance digital media use in our lives?
Family Resource (English) | (Spanish)
📰 News Media & Literacy
How can I be a critical consumer of news and media?
Family Resource (English) | (Spanish)
💓 Relationships & Communication
How can I communicate effectively and positively to build relationships?
Family Resource (English) | (Spanish)
👣 Digital Footprint
How can I cultivate my digital identity in ways that are responsible and empowering?
Family Resource (English) | (Spanish)
🔒Privacy and Security
How can I keep my data safe and secure?
Family Resource (English) | (Spanish)
Tutor.com
 Students have unlimited access to 24/7, on-demand, online tutoring support services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Students can connect online any time, any place, and in most K-12 subjects for however long they need. Tutoring may be on-demand and/or scheduled at a time convenient for the student and/or family.
Learn more at https://www.fcps.edu/node/45565.
Extended Hours for School-Age Immunizations - Health Department
 The health department has introduced extended hours next week and in November at various clinics, specifically tailored for school-age children to catch up on their essential, school-required immunizations.
Appointments are available during regular clinic hours. Extended hours are now also being offered for school-age children to catch up on their school-required vaccines. Please call ahead, appointments are required. Schedule your appointment by calling 703-246-7100.
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Date and time
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Location
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Wednesday, October 18
4:30 pm – 8 pm
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Annandale District Office
Annandale, VA
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Friday, October 20
1 pm – 6 pm
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Annandale District Office
Annandale, VA
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Wednesday, October 25
4:30 pm – 8 pm
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Herndon-Reston District Office
Reston, VA
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Wednesday, November 1
4:30 pm – 8 pm
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Mount Vernon District Office
Alexandria, VA
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Saturday, November 4
9 am – 2 pm
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Mount Vernon District Office
Alexandria, VA
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Wednesday, November 15
4:30 pm – 8 pm
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Annandale District Office
Annandale, VA
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Friday, November 17
1 pm – 6 pm
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Springfield District Office
Springfield, VA
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Fall Fest at Grace Covenant Church
 Join Grace Covenant Church for their annual Fall Festival on October 25, 2023 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
The Fall Festival has something for all ages & the whole family. It will be filled with family-friendly entertainment and attractions including food trucks, fire pits, skateboarding exhibition, carnival rides, inflatables, and more.
Admission is FREE. Food & Drink available for purchase. Shuttle service from Dulles Expo Center is also available.
Food options for purchase include:
- Shrimp Shack
- The Roaming Coyote (Latino Fair)
- Capital Chicken and Waffles
- Paisano’s Pizza
- Mama D’s Donuts
- Funnel Cakes
Learn more on their website.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- New School Lunch Menu Options
- Know FCPS’ Security Terms
- National Bullying Prevention Month
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
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