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1/15: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday-No School
1/17: Rising 7th Grade Parent Orientation at Frost MS 6:30-8:30 PM
1/24: Family Culture Night 6:00-7:30 PM
1/25: 2 Hour Student Early Release 2:05 PM
1/26: Teacher Work Day/Student Holiday
2/19: Presidents' Day-No School
2/23: PTA Family Bingo Night
Dear CWES Families,
Happy New Year! We hope the break provided you with an opportunity to unwind, spend time with loved ones, and recharge for the exciting year ahead.
As we kick off the new year we are excited for upcoming family engagement opportunities within our community.
CWES will host Family Culture Night on Wednesday, January 24th from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Please share your family’s culture and traditions with the CWES community! All families are welcome!
- The culture of your home country
- The culture of the country or countries of your ancestral heritage or that you’ve lived in or visited
- The culture of a city or state in the U.S. where you have lived or visited
- Your family’s traditions and celebrations
- Any culture to which you feel connected!
If you would like to share about your family’s culture, Please fill out the Google Form by Friday, January 12th. If you have any questions, contact Mona Mouneimne at mmmouneimne@fcps.edu.
PTA will also host Bingo Night Friday, February 23rd. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks.
Your feedback and suggestions are always welcome. We look forward to seeing you and your families at these upcoming events!
Have a wonderful weekend,
Leslie Malkowski and Mindy Milliron
CWES Administrative Team
In this video, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid interviews the Fosters, a family who tragically lost their son Cayden to a half pill of fentanyl mistaken for Percocet. This heart-wrenching yet eye-opening video of their experience is essential to raise awareness among parents/caregivers and students about the dangers of fake painkillers.
Please join Dr. Reid on Wednesday, January 10, at 6:30 p.m., at Edison High School for a community conversation about opioid awareness. You may register to attend. However, registration is not required; it is simply for space considerations.
The evening’s program is appropriate for parents/caregivers and students in grades 6-12. All attendees will receive free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.
FCPS’ website also has resources to help you to start the conversation and additional support for families struggling with substance misuse.
🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Program Registration
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs will open on Monday, January 22. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion programs for the 2024-25 school year. Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting. Meetings are held at the school site. Check the FCPS events calendar for the most current information. Meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 16.
A virtual meeting hosted by the World Languages Office will include general program information. Access to this virtual meeting will be made available on the FCPS events calendar and the Dual Language Immersion registration site on the day of the meeting.
Get more information on the immersion program webpage and registration page.
 🔢 Help FCPS Reach 1 Million Minutes of Math
FCPS Family Math Week starts on Monday, January 8! Participate in games and stories online. FCPS is working toward a total of 1 million minutes logged by families. The event is free, with activities from ST Math geared toward students in grades K-6 and their families.
Math Week offers families an opportunity to experience math, literacy, history, and geography in a fun and positive way. All content will be available for families in English and Spanish beginning Monday, January 8. Visit the Math Week website.
Meet the Author Series: Mind in The Making with Ellen Galinsky
Looking for research-based advice for families on how to raise their children to be well-rounded and achieve their full potential, helping them learn to take on life's challenges, communicate well with others, and remain committed to learning? These are the "essential life skills" that Ellen Galinsky has spent her career pursuing.
The good news is that there are simple everyday things that all families can do to build these skills in their children for today and for the future. They don't cost money, and it's never too late to begin.
February 2, 2024, 10-11 a.m. Add to Your Calendar.
Register for Meet the Author Series: Mind in The Making with Ellen Galinsky
Behavior Solution Series for Elementary and Secondary Families
Join staff from the FCPS Behavior Intervention Services Department to help families encourage positive communication and behavior at home.
Elementary Webinars
2/16 Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication Add to Your Calendar.
- Embark on a collaborative parenting journey while we guide you through practical tips that can be used in your home.
3/15 Taming Tantrums and More Add to Your Calendar.
- Parents, ever had a moment when things feel like a big puzzle and you just need the right pieces? We will share strategies to help when your child’s behavior feels like a rollercoaster. Learn how to turn meltdowns into moments that make you go 'ta-da!'
Fairfax County Public Schools believes that academic success is built on the foundation of a safe learning environment. This includes physical safety, and mental health and wellness.
FCPS has a comprehensive approach to safety that involves physical security measures, online monitoring by security staff, and crisis intervention support. The division has created the Safe Students, Safe Schools Brochure (PDF) to enhance your awareness of potential hazards and to equip you with practical tips for how you can help. Visit the FCPS website for more information.
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The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees, specifically at Canterbury Woods ES.
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