ATES Updates_01/12/2024

Upcoming Dates:

01/15              Martin Luther Kings' Birthday (Student Holiday, No School)
01/19              Parent Coffee & PTA Meeting (9:00-10:00am, ATES Cafeteria)
                       Topic: Financial Strategies & PTA Mtg
01/23              Candid & Club Pictures
01/24              Gr. 5 Field Trip to Children's Science Center
01/25              End of 2nd Quarter
                       2-Hr Early Student Release - Dismissal time 1:20 pm
01/26              Teacher Workday (Student Holiday, No School)
02/02              Parent Coffee (9:00-10:00am, ATES Cafeteria)
                       Topic: Transition to MS
02/05              Family Food Market (3:45-5:00pm, ATES Cafeteria)
02/07              Report Cards Go Home


Amazing Things

A huge thank you to Annandale High School orchestra for brightening our Monday morning with a visit. The students absolutely loved the orchestra perform in the hallway as they entered the building.

AHS Orchestra

Another huge thank you to Annandale High School’s Theatre 1 class on their performance on the “The Day the Crayons Quit.” The performance was just perfect for our Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students. What a talented group of students! We hope to have them back for other opportunities like this again.

AHS Theatre

Parent coffee

ATES SURVEY OF Family Field Trip to National Museum of American History

We are planning a family field trip to National Museum of American History (address: 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560) on Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 10am-1:30 pm. Please fill out this Google Form by January 19, 2024 if you are planning to attend as we need to get an attendance estimate in order to coordinate the transportation.  Please note that only parents / guardians and students enrolled at ATES for the school year 2023-2024 are invited to participate this event.  Thank you!


STEM

This ATES STEM Club is for 4th and 5th graders and the flyer went home to all 4th and 5th grade students. If interested, please sign up from 

https://bit.ly/3ToicWh


Yearbook

Purchase your 2023-2024 yearbook now at 

https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

Early-bird sale! $16.00 until 03/29/2024.  School Code: 13655724


🗺️ 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. 


Atoms Winter Baseball Camps

AHS

The winter baseball camps will be held at Annandale High School in the main and auxiliary gyms for players in K through 8th grade. The camps will be conducted by the Atoms coaching staff and players. Each session cost is $25 or $115 for all 5. Dates available are below, and each session is from 9:30am to 11:00 am. Please make checks payable to Atoms Boosters. Throwing & Defense Sessions Infield, outfield, and a catching breakout. Players choose 2. Hitting Sessions Mix of hitting drills and games. Wear tennis shoes. They have equipment for camp if your player needs a glove, bat, or helmet to use. Scholarships are available. For more information, please contact Coach Rudd. (krudd@fcps.edu). If you are interested, please complete 

https://forms.gle/9F6xEGazcVvZ2pEv8


Basketball Game

Snow Days This Winter

For the current school year, FCPS will be returning to its previous procedure for snow days — there will be no virtual learning days when school is closed due to bad weather. 

During snow days, students may still access Tutor.com, complete any supplemental learning opportunities recommended by their teachers, and view educational programming (available virtually and on public access television channels):

Eleven snow days are built into the existing FCPS calendar. Eliminating virtual learning days will allow us to maximize students’ in-person learning and provide equitable access to instruction and student services.


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.


📝 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.


🩹 The Importance of Up-to-Date Immunizations

Immunizations are required for public school entry and help keep students protected from serious diseases. While COVID-19 vaccinations are not required, many other immunizations are. Check with your students’ healthcare providers now to make sure they are up to date on their immunizations. Immunization records can now be updated online in SIS ParentVUE through the Online Verification Update form. To access that form, click Online Packets in the top right of the screen after logging in to SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers can obtain an activation key letter to activate their SIS ParentVUE account by contacting the main office 703-658-5600.


Community Listening Session

HIPPY Program