Hello, Scottie families!
We hope you all have had a great week, and we are looking forward to Bingo Night this evening from 6-8 PM! While Bingo Night is a fundraiser for 6th grade end-of-year celebrations, it is open to the entire Bonnie Brae community. We hope to see you there!
A reminder that Monday is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and schools will be closed. On Tuesday, January 16, FCPS Office of Design and Construction will host a community meeting in the cafeteria from 6:30-7:30 PM to share details on our upcoming renovation.
Have a great 3-day weekend with your family and friends!
Morgan Birge, Principal
Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal
Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
Next Week's Events
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January 15 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (no school)
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January 16 - Bonnie Brae Construction Meeting, 6:30-7:30 pm
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January 17 - PTO Meeting (virtual), 6-7 pm
Positivity Project
Upcoming Weekly Focus: Perseverance
Character Strengths: You complete what you start despite
obstacles. You never give up.
Quote of the Week: “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if
you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you
have to keep moving forward.”
-MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
Mrs. Na's class enjoyed a crisp morning walk!
Our side playground was removed, and the new one is being installed on the baseball field.
Bingo Night!
It's Bingo Time!! Come one, come all to the 6th Grade Bingo Night Fundraiser from 6-8 pm tonight! The event is open to the whole BBES community. Games will kick off at about 6:15 pm and there will be prizes for the winners. Concessions will also be available for purchase. Hope to see you there.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. Learn more about Martin Luther King Jr. See the complete school year calendar.
School Construction Community Meeting - Update
The Bonnie Brae Elementary School Construction Community Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in the school’s cafeteria (enter door #1). Language interpretation will be provided.
The meeting is being rescheduled because of an administrative delay. The contract is on the Fairfax County School Board agenda December 14. This should not have a significant impact on the construction timeline. Project completion is still projected to be Winter 2025.
The January 16 community meeting is an opportunity to learn what to expect as construction begins on the school renovation. Questions and comments can be shared at the meeting and in an online feedback form that will be open January 16-January 30.
Click here to learn more about the January 16th Bonnie Brae Community Meeting. Updates and information about the renovation will be posted to the Bonnie Brae Elementary School project webpage.
Yearbook Cover Contest
We are excited to announce our 2023-2024 Yearbook Cover Contest! Our theme this year is, "I am a creative and critical thinker!", Families can also find our Yearbook Cover Contest flyer online. Interested students should submit a yearbook design by January 19th. All submitted designs should meet the criteria listed on our Yearbook Cover Contest flyer.
Loving Solutions - A Class for Families with 5-10 Year Olds
Join other Robinson Pyramid families for a 10-week free family workshop focused on improving communication, boosting self-esteem, supporting strong willed children, and creating spaces of harmony at home. View the Loving Solutions flyer for more details and to register for the workshop.
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.
Tutor.com Can Help With More Than Homework
Tutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
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).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Event Volunteers Needed!
Wonderful volunteers are needed for upcoming events! Your time helping with these events is what makes this all possible! Consider signing up for a shift, or even sign up your former Scottie for some service hours! Many hands make light work ❤️ Make some new friends, support our Scotties, and help make the magic happen!
GLOW Dance SignUp Genuis
Valentine's Day Lunch SignUp Genius
Bonnie Brae Staff Basketball Game SignUp Genius
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View the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar
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January 23 - Winter Strings Concert, Oak View ES, 6:30-7:30 pm
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January 25 - BBES Spirit Day, Anything But a Backpack Day!
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January 25 - End of 2nd Quarter, 2-Hour Early Release
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January 26 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
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January 29 - 3rd Quarter Begins
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February 6 - PTO Paisanos Burke Restaurant Night, 4-9 pm
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February 9 - PTO GLOW Dance, 6-9 pm
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February 14 - Valentine's Day Lunch
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February 19 - George Washington's Birthday & Presidents' Day Holiday (no school for students and staff)
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February 21 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm
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February 23 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am
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