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To read our newsletter in other languages, please view it on the Centre Ridge website.
Para leer nuestro boletín en otros idiomas, visite la página web de Centre Ridge.
لقراءة النشرة الإخبارية بلغات أخرى ، يرجى الاطلاع عليها على الموقع الإلكتروني
영어가 아닌 다른 언어로 뉴스레터를 보시기 원하시면 이 웹사이트를 클릭하여 주십시오.
.اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے
Volume 2, Issue 11; January 5, 2024
Welcome Back!
Exciting Times Ahead in the New Year!
Dear CRES Community,
We hope that the new year has started on a positive note for you and your loved ones. We are delighted to welcome our students back to school. Our hallways buzzing with energy and the sound of eager learners! As we resume classes, we want to share some important information:
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New Year, New Beginnings:
- The new year brings a sense of renewal, and we are enthusiastic about the fresh opportunities for growth and learning that it presents. Our dedicated teachers are eager to continue guiding and supporting each student on their educational journey.
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Engaging Classroom Experiences:
- Our classrooms are set to offer a diverse range of engaging activities designed to make learning both enjoyable and meaningful. From hands-on projects to thought-provoking lessons, we are committed to fostering curiosity and a love for learning.
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Community Connection:
- Building a strong sense of community remains a priority for us. We encourage open communication between teachers, students, and parents to ensure a collaborative and supportive learning environment for everyone.
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Upcoming Events:
- Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming events and opportunities for family involvement. Your participation is highly valued, and we believe that your involvement contributes significantly to your child's educational experience. On January 31st and February 1st, at 9 am, we are hosting two Principal Coffees to discuss our favorite subject: Centre Ridge! Please RSVP if you would like to attend!
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Stay Connected:
- Stay in touch with the latest school news and updates through our various communication channels, including newsletters, emails, our school website, and social media (X and Instagram). We are committed to keeping you informed about important developments and celebrating the achievements of our students.
As we embark on this new chapter together, we want to express our gratitude for your ongoing support. Your involvement in your child's education is invaluable, and we anticipate a year filled with successes!
Warmly,
Dr. Hertzberg, Ms. Wu, Ms. Baugh, Ms. Helmer, and Ms. Ford
New Student Registration is Open for the 2024-2025 School Year!
Registration is available online or you can pick-up paperwork in our front office.
Required documents for registration:
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Proof of residency: A deed, lease agreement
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Proof of birth: Original birth certificate
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Health documentation: A certificate of physical examination including required screenings completed within the last 12 months prior to starting school by a US licensed physician.
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New Preschool students, visit the Early Childhood Registration page.
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Non-parent registrations, visit the Special Registration Situations page.
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Rising kindergarten students that were enrolled in one of our FCPS preschool programs this year, contact the registrar at the school the student will attend kindergarten for the upcoming school year. School information can be found on the Schools and Centers page.
Please contact Patricia Kirkpatrick, our School Information Assistant (SIA), for more information. She can also be reached via phone at 703-227-2605.
For support in Spanish, please contact Mary Pierri, 703-227-2656.
For support in Korean, please contact Toyon Eum, 571-536-8009.
"School is cool because it gives you a bright future!"
Our students say it best. Remember, every day of school attendance contributes to your child's academic success, and we applaud your efforts in making education a priority. Let's continue this positive momentum into the new year, fostering a love for learning and a strong sense of community!
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Gentle Reminder: Please Arrive On Time to Your Bus Stop
Please be mindful that your child needs to be at their bus stop a few minutes before they are scheduled to be picked up. An on-time pickup means a timely arrival to school and allows for our bus drivers to maintain their other routes without falling behind. Families, thank you for supporting your children with this request.
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Conversation to Raise Awareness of Fentanyl and Other Drugs
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 10th, at 6:30 pm, 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.
The 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 22nd. 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 16th.
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.
Safe Students, Safe Schools
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.
Ronnie Ram's Tweet or InstagRAM of the Week!
We love highlighting learning experiences that support the acquisition of Portrait of a Graduate attributes and skills across our classrooms!
Our second graders are thinkers and learners! Just look at the pride they take in their writing!
These students are accessing strategies from Project GLAD. These strategies support building academic language and literacy for all students, including multilingual learners!
#Communicators
For more information on Portrait of a Graduate, ask your child how they are a communicator, collaborator, critical and creative thinker, goal-directed and resilient individual, or ethical and global citizen. Or, click here!
Please click on our main hashtags, #CRESCulture and #CRESConnections, for more awesome highlights from Centre Ridge!
We also expanded our social media presence! Find us on Instagram for all our #CRESConnections!
DedicatED: For Parents and Teachers
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Questions to Replace "How Was School Today?"
By: Elena Aguilar (excerpted from edutopia.org)
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Have you asked your child, “How was school today?” and been frustrated by a lack of response? Here are some questions that can work with children of all ages:
- Tell me about a moment today when you felt excited about what you were learning.
- Tell me about a moment in class when you felt confused.
- Think about what you learned and did in school today. What’s something you would like to know more about? What is a question you have that came from your learning today?
- Were there times today when you felt that one of your classmates demonstrated care for you?
- Were there any moments today when you felt proud of yourself?
- Tell me about a conversation you had with a classmate or friend that you enjoyed.
- What was challenging about your day?
- What do you appreciate about your day?
- What did you learn about yourself today?
- Is there anything that you’d like to talk about that I might be able to help you figure out?
- What are you looking forward to tomorrow?
- Is there a question you wish I’d ask you about your day?
For access to the entire article, please click here!
🔢 Help FCPS Reach 1 Million Minutes of Math!
FCPS Family Math Week starts on Monday, January 8th! 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 8th. Visit the Math Week website.
Please Mark Your Calendars!
Great news! Centre Ridge Elementary School's events are now easily added to your own personal calendar. To find out how to download our
January 8th-12th: Virtual Math Week
January 26th: Kindergarten Registration (Stop by the office to register early!)
January 31st: Principal coffee for our English and Korean speaking families, 9 am, Cafeteria (*We are working on getting an Arabic speaking interpreter, too!)
February 1st: Principal coffee for our Spanish-speaking families, 9 am, Cafeteria
See the complete 2023-2024 school year calendar.
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, Centre Ridge employees.
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Ram Reflection
To provide feedback directly to Dr. Hertzberg, please use the QR code, or click on this link. Thank you, in advance, for sharing your thinking!
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