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To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.
Para leer este boletín en otros idiomas, visite nuestro sitio web.
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On Friday January 26th we will have a Teacher Work Day (Student Holiday – No School). However, we will be hosting a very important meeting for all families who benefit from Free/Reduced Meals and other programs that assist our community.
On Friday January 26th Please join us from 12:30-2:00 for our Lunch & Learn Family Meeting. A taco bar lunch will be provided from 12:30-1:00 for all family members. We will send students to the gym from 1:00-2:00 to play so parents can learn about Free Meals and other important programs/benefits for next year. Parents will have time to sign up for some of these programs/benefits and consult with representatives who can help with this paperwork and process.
Next year Title I status will depend upon schools’ CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) numbers, NOT Free/Reduced numbers. As you know our Title I status is incredibly important for us to maintain funds that support staffing, student/staff resources, field trips, school supplies, books, technology, and the list goes on. CEP numbers are determined by the number of families enrolled in the following: SNAP/TANF/Medicaid or Homeless Status, or Foster Care Status. In order to ensure our families are aware of these benefits and enroll in these programs, we will be hosting this Lunch & Learn Info Session for all families interested in learning more about these programs. If families qualify for and can benefit from these programs, we need them to sign up! This is incredibly important for family benefits and a number of things TLES counts on that this funding supports.
January 24 – PTA Meeting 7pm
January 25 – Early Release (1:35pm) & End of Quarter 2
January 26 – Student Holiday
January 26 - Lunch & Learn Family Meeting
February 8 – Clubs & Candids Picture Day
February 13 – 100th Day of School
February 14 – Family Market
February 15 – PTA Virtual Paint Night
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We have great news to share with you all! TLES has partnered with FCPS' Title I Office to support tuition costs for any TLES parents/guardians who would like to enroll in English classes at James Lee Community Center! Classes will be held in the evening and will support all levels of English Language Development from beginner to advanced. If you are interested & would like more information, please call and leave your information for our Family Liaison, Mrs. Baptiste at 703-206-5303.
Mark your calendars for January 24th at 6pm for our next PTA meeting. We’re interested to hear about your experiences with after school enrichment so far. We will also have a school representative talk about how our kids are using technology at school and share a STEAM update!
Remember, you don’t have to be a dues-paying member to attend meetings. The more voices we can have present, the better! We love to have you.
*We’re still looking for volunteers to help with Kids Rec Night, which allows parents to drop off their kids in the gym during the meeting, and allows for kids to have some fun with friends! If you’re interested in helping to supervise kiddos during Rec Night please email board@timberlanepta.com.
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.
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.
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.
- 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.
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Luther Jackson Middle School is excited to invite you to the Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 (event time will be shared soon). This night will be full of information about Luther Jackson and the transition to middle school. Our core and elective teachers will highlight their exciting classes. There will be students and staff members to answer any questions you might have. |
Come discover softball this spring and make a lot of new friends! Our beautiful, privately-owned facility at 1836 Westmoreland Street is highly convenient to Falls Church and a social hub for families and buzzes with youth sports into the night all spring. Roughly 300 girls of all ages and abilities grow with us every year, and our softball program is highly accomplished globally! We also have adaptive programs for children with special needs. Any girl enrolled at Timber Lane Elementary can play softball at McLean Little League regardless of residential address!
Please send questions to registration@mcleanll.com, and to register, visit us at mcleanll.com and press the REGISTER button!
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Girl Scout Nation Capital organization is offering a STEAM spring break camp that includes bus transportation from Timber Lane ES. The camp is 4 full days for $50 with full financial aid available. Space is limited—registration opens January 16!
Questions? Contact Jeanne McElhaney:
jmcelhaney@gscnc.org or (202) 534-3791 Additional information can be found here.
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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.
Sometimes kids need a change of clothes at school. A quick change of clothes can get them back to class and help them not miss out on valuable instruction time by needing to go home to change. Thank you, to everyone who has already donated in support of this cause! We are in need of pants. Check out this link for ideas:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/OJBYKY1KUCWQ?ref_=wl_share
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Good evening TLES, for parents interested in supporting our weekend food pick up at Trader Joe's and distribution at TLES, please find this sign-up form:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4AA9A628A1FE3-tles#/
These weekend events only take approximately 30 minutes of your time in between pick up and distribution at TLES. Thank you for helping us help our community!
During the first weeks of the year, caregivers receive many forms to complete. Several of the most important ones are below:
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Digital Resources Consent: Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission.
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Student Rights and Responsibilities: This document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when they log in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage.
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Opt-Outs: The Opt-Out Booklet is online or available from your child’s school. It contains information on:
- Parents’ rights to inspect and consent or opt out before their child participates in certain surveys.
- Parents’ rights to inspect instructional materials.
- Rules regarding student records and disclosure of student information (including photo/video of students) and the right to opt out.
- Parents’ rights to opt out of the Social Emotional Learning Screener, physical exams not required by state law, career or social emotional counseling, Library Equity Access Pass Project, and/or Tutor.com.
- The process by which complaints may be filed if parents or students believe their rights have been violated.
Paper forms can be signed and returned to school.
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