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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Thursday, January 25 - Quarter End, 2 Hour Early Release
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Friday, January 26 - No School, Teacher Workday
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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 updated information. Meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 16.
One 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.
8th Annual Art Supply Drive
Sponsored by the Franconia Student Council Association
For the eighth year in a row, the Franconia SCA is teaming up with Paint the Globe Foundation to provide school and art supplies for kids in need across the globe. Paint the Globe Foundation is currently working on a campaign in Kigali, Rwanda to build a pre-K art center. All items donated will be delivered to this center to allow students to use art for creative, educational, and therapeutic endeavors.
Items will be accepted 1/10-1/31:
Composition Books* Sketch Books* Colored Pencils* Markers * Construction Paper* Finger Paint* Erasers* Plain White Printer Paper*
For additional information about Paint the Globe Foundation, or to make monetary donations, please visit:
www.painttheglobefoundation.org
Please donate only NEW items. Each grade will have a box in which students can place their donations. Grade level that donates the most items will win a ice cream sundae party!! (Alternate treats for students with food allergies will be provided as necessary.)
With your help, we can make a difference. AGAIN!!!
Photos from past supply drives
Top: 21-22 Campaign: Rural Women’s Network Nepal
Middle: 22-23 Campaign: Flourishing Future of Mongolia
Bottom: 19-20 Campaign: The HUG Project - Chiang Mai, Thailand
Franconia Penguins making
a difference! We will be the
CHANGE we want to see
in the WORLD!
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Penguin Winter Wonderland Dance
Who: 5th and 6th grade students ONLY
When: February 2nd, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm to 8:30pm
Location: Franconia Elementary Gym
Cost: $10 per person (price include pizza, drinks, and a treat)
Deadline for permission slips and payment is 1/24/2024
- Tickets will handed out once a permission slip and payment has been received by Ms. Ibrahim.
- Permission slips will be sent in Wednesday folders.
- Payments can be made either by cash or My School Bucks
- Drop off between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm
- Pick up NO LATER THAN 8:30pm
Franconia Elementary PTA
FUND-A-RUG
Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to support ALL Penguins!
All donations are tax deductible.
Did you know?
- The current classroom rugs at Franconia Elementary are over 10 years old and are well overdue for an upgrade.
- The average classroom of students spends about 40% of their classroom time on the carpet!
How can I help?
- Donate what you can so that we can give our amazing teachers NEW rugs for the NEW year!!
- Spread the word to your family, friends, and our local community!
If we work together, we can make it happen. Your donation will benefit every student and every classroom at Franconia Elementary. A $20 contribution from each FES student would help us achieve our goal, but no donation is too big or too small!
Our fundraising goal is $10,000
Franconia Spring After-School Enrichment offerings
Franconia ES After-School Enrichment Programs
Registration Opens February 12 (except GOTR open February 5)
Registration links coming soon.
Programs begin March 1; All clubs run 3:35-4:35p unless otherwise listed.
One parent volunteer is needed to attend select clubs as listed below. Parent volunteers are asked to be present at every club meeting, to help take attendance, notify office of absences, and ensure children are picked up by appropriate individuals.
Questions? Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Info also available at: https://fes-pta.memberhub.com/w/afterschool
Girls on the Run (GOTR)
Grades 3-6 (Girls)
$185 (late fee applies after February 28)
Tues/Thurs, March 4-May 18
Creative curriculum that integrates running with empowering life lessons to inspire confident, healthy girls! Ends in a 5K the team will complete together. Financial Assistance Available! More info and registration at https://www.gotrnova.org/
Magnus Chess Academy
Grades K-6
$223 (11 weeks)
Mondays, March 4- June 3 (no club March 25, April 1, May 27)
Each week students of all levels do a fun but challenging lesson with one of our great coaches from our world class curriculum followed by practice games against other students in the class.
Parent Volunteer needed in exchange for free tuition*. Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Crochet Club with Ms Pater
Grades 4-6
$150 (10 weeks)
Wednesday, March 6 – May 22 (no club March 27, April 10)
Learn to crochet and work on projects together, led by Ms. Pater. No experience necessary and all materials provided.
Ultimate PE Games by Gamepoint Athletics
Grades K-3
$130 (8 weeks)
Monday, March 4 – May 6 (no club March 25 or April 1)
A sampling of games to be played are Nerf Dodge Ball, Dome Ball, Capture the Flag, parachute activities, Omni – kin Ball, and numerous tag games that require strategy and a willingness to have intense joy! The action-packed session ensures kid movement does not stop until it is time to go home!
Parent Volunteer needed in exchange for free tuition*. Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Soccer Stars by Gamepoint Athletics
Grades 3-6
$130 (8 weeks)
Friday, March 8 – May 10 (no club Mar 29 or May 3)
By Gamepoint Athletics
Train like the superstars of the world in this action packed session! Participants will experience all kinds of exciting soccer activities, including a World Cup style tournament! All participants, regardless of skill level, will learn and practice basic dribbling, ball control, passing, trapping, defense, and proper offensive movement without the ball.
Parent Volunteer needed in exchange for free tuition*. Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Financial Planning Club with Ms. Octaviano
Grades 3-6
$120 (8 weeks)
Mondays, March 4 – May 5 (No club March 25, April 1)
Students will learn about topics like bills and budgeting during this engaging project-based class. Topics include applying for jobs, paying taxes, picking health insurance, and household budgeting when considering the cost of food, housing and the unexpected costs life brings us.
Learning Pokemon the Game with Mr. Harris
Grades K-6
$120 (8 weeks)
Tuesdays, March 12 – May 14 (No club March 26, April 2)
Do you want to be the very best? Like no one ever was? Come learn how to play the Pokemon card game. We will go over what each card means, how trainer cards work and what energy cards are actually used for. When all is said and done you will go from a Pokemon beginner to a Pokemon gym leader!!!
Kickball! with Mr. Harris
Grades 3-6
$120 (8 weeks)
Wednesdays, March 6 – May 8 (No club March 27, April 10)
Do you love watching the staff vs student kickball game? Do you want to make sure you are prepared to play when it’s your turn? Come learn how to play kickball and become a superstar and beat the teachers!!! We will learn how to play and have fun playing a bunch of mini games against one another.
Action Art by KidCreate
Grades K-2
Tuesdays, Dates TBD
Are you excited to see your child get their artistic groove on? Our Action Art class is the perfect place for their creative spirit to shine while they move and groove to their heart's content. Your little one will have a blast creating vivid and energetic artwork, with endless chances to smear, splatter, and swipe their way to unique and charming masterpieces.
Parent Volunteer needed in exchange for free tuition*. Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Science Seed
Grades K-2
$146 (8 weeks)
Thursday, March 7 – May 2 (no club March 28)
A science enrichment program designed to develop a love of science that will last a lifetime. The Science Seed teachers geology, chemistry, biology/nature, physics and nutrition in fun, interactive, and age-appropriate ways.
Parent Volunteer needed in exchange for free tuition*. Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Tech Club by iCode
Grades 1-3 and 4-6
$155 (6 weeks)
Friday, March 1- April 12
Through Tech Club, iCode will offer a STEAM program to help students become comfortable with technology in a fun approach that enhances learning in math, science, engineering, and the arts. Each class involves an exciting hands-on activity designed to teach a new skill!
Parent Volunteer needed in exchange for free tuition*. Contact Matt at vp@franconiaespta.org
Volunteer for Career Day
Franconia Elementary School will be hosting a Career Day entitled “Oh the Places You’ll Go” inspired by Dr. Seuss. The event will be held on Friday, March 15, 2024, from 9:10-10:40 ( inclement weather: Friday, March 22, 2024- same time).
On Career Day, you are invited to come and share with our students about your career and the importance of staying in school. If you are a person who has a career that will interest K-6 students and enjoys enthusiastically speaking in front of children, then we need you! If interested, please complete the Google Form HERE. The last day to submit your interest is by February 16, 2024. For further questions, please contact school counselor, Veronica Guillion at 703-822-2200.
Counselor Corner
Guidance Topics for January
Kindergarten-1st Using Kelso choices to solve conflict.
2nd- 3rd grade- Social Filtering: Learning how to mindfully think before you speak.
4th grade- Using I- messages to solve conflict.
5th grade- Resolving conflicts with peers using the S.T.E.P method.
6th grade- Choosing classes choosing success: learning how to choose classes based on strengths.
Character Trait of the Month
The character trait for January is Acceptance - Including and respecting everyone regardless of beliefs, race, gender, religion, etc...
In December, we highlighted the character trait of Generosity - To share and give to others.
Here’s the student video for student’s who showed Generosity this month:https://youtu.be/H7TIF6aAowc
We are so proud of our Generosity award winners!
Inclement Weather Plan Update
As mentioned in Superintendent Reid’s Weekly Reflections, FCPS will not have virtual learning when school is closed due to inclement weather for the 2023-24 school year.
Eleven snow days are built into our existing calendar. Eliminating virtual learning days will enable us to maximize students’ in-person learning and provide equitable access to instruction and student services.
You are encouraged to share ideas for learning about winter that students can use during winter break and snow days. Email ideas to WinterDiscovery@fcps.edu.
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):
Calendar Reminders
In the Orthodox church, Epiphany is celebrated on January 19 and commemorates the baptism of Jesus rather than the arrival of the Magi. It is believed that Christ's baptism by John the Forerunner (John the Baptist) in the River Jordan began Christ's ministry on earth and revealed the Holy Trinity of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit to mankind.
The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days.
- 25,26 *Quarter End, Early Release and Student holiday/Teacher Work Day
Thursday, January 25, is the last day of the quarter and a two-hour early release for students. Also, schools are closed for students on Friday, January 26, for a teacher work day.
See the complete school year calendar.
Reporting an Absence or Change to Dismissal
Please remember to notify the school office of any of the following changes that come up for your child.
Notification should be made by 9:00am on the day of the change.
- Absence
- Late arrival
- Planned early pick-up or mid-day appointment (pick-up and return)
- If your child needs to be picked up unexpectedly, please call the office (703-822-2200) in advance of your arrival
- This allows the office to contact your child’s teacher to prepare your child for their departure
- For early pick-ups after 3:00pm, please park on Kathmoor as the school buses start to arrive for dismissal at that time and the front parking lot will be off limits
- Changes in dismissal mode (https://franconiaes.fcps.edu/about/change-dismissal-form)
Below are the 3 options by which to notify the school office (choose one option):
Please do this IN ADDITION to contacting your child's teacher. There could be times when the teacher is absent and, by also contacting the office, the information will be properly noted.
To email your child’s teacher, click HERE.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Penguin Points
Click on a link for information
Franconia Elementary School website
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