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A Note from Mr. Gates
I hope you and your family found ways to enjoy the snowy weather this past week. Thank you for your patience as we navigated the disruptions to school.
As a reminder, Thursday, January 25, is the last day of the quarter and a two-hour early release for students (1:05 p.m.). Also, schools are closed for students on Friday, January 26, for a teacher work day. Enjoy another long weekend. Students return to school on Monday, January 29.
As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Hollin Meadows. Here's to wonderful and warm weekend ahead!
Jon Gates
Principal
Winter Concert - January 30
Hollin Meadows Chorus, Band, and Orchestra will perform their winter concert on Tuesday January 30 at 6:30 PM in the cafeteria. All students will need to be seated at 6:00 PM. Students should wear all black or concert black and white.
Our winter concert will include performances from our 5th & 6th grade Chorus, 6th grade Band, and 5th & 6th grade Orchestra.
Thank you for supporting the Hollin Meadows Music Programs! We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday January 30 at 6 PM!
Concierto de Invierno
¡El coro, la banda y Ila orquesta de Hollin Meadows realizarán su concierto de invierno el martes 30 de enero a las 6:30 p. m. en la cafetería. Todos los estudiantes deberán estar sentados a las 6:00 p.m. Los estudiantes deben usar todo negro o vestido de concierto blanco y negro.
Nuestro concierto de invierno incluirá actuaciones de nuestro coro de 5.º y 6.º grado, la banda de 6.º grado y la orquesta de 5.º y 6.º grado.
¡Gracias por apoyar los programas de música de Hollin Meadows! ¡Te esperamos el martes 30 de enero a las 6 p.m.!
Attendance Matters
Classes work very hard to reach perfect attendance each day. Each day a whole class is here at school they get closer to winning a prize! Some prizes are popcorn, ice cream, and cookie parties. Please help us by making sure your child is at school everyday so they do not miss out on the fun.
Attendance matters….every school day counts! Thank you!
Arrival/Dismissal Safety Reminders
Please remember to be mindful of our important safety procedures during arrival and dismissal.
Kiss & Ride Guidelines
- Follow directions of school staff members.
- Students may be dropped off between 8:05 - 8:20 a.m. (this is when staff are on duty)
- Students should NEVER be dropped off or picked up in front of the school along Nordok Place. It's unsafe.
- Although school dismisses at 3:05 p.m., it will be 3:10 p.m. before the first cars are loaded and leaving. Pro tip: planning to arrive at school after 3:05 p.m. will minimize wait time (3:15-3:20 is ideal).
- When departing all vehicles must turn left onto Nordok Place.
- Students should exit/enter the right side of the car independently - staff can assist but parents should remain in car.
- Students should be able to enter the car, be seated, and buckle in unassisted. If necessary, practice having your child exit and enter the car unassisted.
- When parking, please do not park in No Parking Zones or in front of neighbors' driveways.
Patience is Key. While we all lead busy lives a little extra patience & kindness during arrival and dismissal can help ensure the safety of students, staff and family members.
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.
Upcoming Webinars and Events for Families
The Family Resource Center offers free webinars for adults to support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Upcoming events include:
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Meet the Author Series: Mind in The Making with Ellen Galinsky – Help your children learn how to take on life's challenges, communicate well with others, and remain committed to learning. Friday, February 2, 10-11 a.m.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid – This in-person course teaches how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. Friday, February 9, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Family Resource Center.
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Behavior Solution Series for Elementary and Secondary Families – Join FCPS Behavior Intervention Services staff for help encouraging positive communication and behavior at home. Webinars will be held at 10 a.m.:
- Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication, Friday, February 16
- Taming Tantrums and More, Friday, March 15
- Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication, Friday, April 19
- Taming the Teen-Aged Brain, Friday, May 31
- Elementary Webinars:
- Secondary Webinars:
Click the linked titles above to register.
What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse
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.
FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our Hollin Meadows staff members.
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