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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
 Mrs. Badia was honored "the 2023-2024 Outstanding New Principal" at the Region level recently. She is amazing and we appreciate you!
 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 22, 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!
 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
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
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.
 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
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.
 Get in shape for the New Year! Matt Stevens of Athlete Up Fitness and Annandale High School’s Football strength and conditioning coach is hosting a family bootcamp to help raise money for the football team. Above is the flyer. Camp is $20 a family and hosted in Annandale High School in the Aux Gym. Sign-up here: https://forms.gle/tFrSgMU57KGU53Pk8
FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
- Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
- Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
- Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
- Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
- Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
Visit the FCPS website for more information.
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 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.
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.
📚 In-Person Classes: Alexandria, Annandale, Culmore, Falls Church, Herndon, Lorton, Mount Vernon, and Reston
Sign up for in-person English classes by attending any in-person registration event starting January 8 (see flyer for registration dates). To receive schedule updates and registration reminders about the spring session, please fill out our Interest Form.
💻 Online Classes
Begin the sign-up process for online classes by completing this form: https://bit.ly/OnlineInterestForm. Staff will follow up to complete the enrollment process. (See page 2 of the attached flyer for more information about classes and schedules). Registration ends January 26. Space is limited.
Spring 2024 Class Offerings
Beginning English Classes
Beginning English classes teach the foundational skills adult English learners need to speak, understand, read, and write English. Classes are held at least twice a week for two-hour class sessions at three academic levels. Curricula focuses on basic English skills within the context of day-to-day interactions and life skills, U.S. culture, community, and family life.
English Classes for Parents and Caregivers
These classes provide English language instruction for parents and caregivers, empowering them to be their child’s first teacher and engage in their children’s education. While parents are in class, children participate in reading and writing activities and receive help with their homework. Twice a month, children join their parents for whole-family literacy activities.
Skills-based Classes
Designed for those who would like to focus on a particular language skill, we will offer two skills-based classes in the spring: Intro to Writing (eligibility by oral proficiency assessed at intake) and a FREE Conversation Class.
English-for-Work
This popular online course is for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to improve their employability and learn the language skills they’ll need in the workplace. Students learn best practices as they study the job search process from producing strong resumes and cover letters to preparing for interviews and understanding American workplace culture.
All classes are $85 unless otherwise indicated. As always, the English Empowerment Center will never turn away a learner due to financial challenges. We will work with their means. Thanks in advance for sharing this information with the English learners in your networks.
Please see the Spring 2024 class schedules via here: Spring 2024 Class Schedule.pdf
Access the registration link via: Transition Planning - The Younger Years 2024.pdf
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.
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