Principal Message
Dear Terraset Families:
The past week was a fun and snowy short week thanks to our first big snow of 2024! This week is also a short week for our Tigers with a 2-hour early release on Thursday and a student holiday on Friday. These short weeks have definitely impacted my ability to continue to meet every student individually. I am extremely dedicated to getting to know every one of our students, staff members, and families. One exciting opportunity for us to connect is coming up this Saturday, January 27th at Terraset Skate Night hosted by our fabulous PTO. If you are available, I encourage you to bring your family and join me for a fun-filled evening at SkateQuest from 6:10pm-8:00pm!
Hope to see you there,
Katie Aldridge
Principal
🗓️ Important Calendar Reminders For This Week!
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.
🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Program Registration is Open
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.
Don't Forget - PTO Skate Night Is This Weekend!
 Skip the line by pre-ordering tickets online now here: Cash and credit will also be accepted at the door. Non-skaters do not need a ticket, and concessions will be available for purchase. Don’t miss out on festive winter fun with other
SLHS Chorus Presents Broadway Night This Weekend!
Student Transfer Renewal Application Opens February 15
A student transfer is valid for one year only. A parent or guardian must submit a renewal application each year for student transfer consideration. A renewal application may be submitted for students who continue to meet the same student transfer criteria as indicated on the original student transfer request. For students no longer meeting the same student transfer criteria, a new transfer request must be submitted.
All students will be considered eligible for student transfer renewal unless the principal indicates a student is not eligible for renewal in the Online Student Transfer Application Admin View or the transfer type does not allow for renewal e.g. graduating, moving from one level to another, or family relocation.
Letters from the principal will be automatically generated from the online student transfer application in February for students eligible and not eligible for renewal and sent to the enrolling parents primary email address.
For detailed information regarding the renewal process, please visit the Online Student Transfer Application: Renewal Process webpage.
Elementary Magnet School Application and Lottery Information Opens March 5
The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12, 2024. No late applications are accepted.
To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Information Nights:
- Bailey’s Upper, February 6, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (Virtual only)
- Hunters Woods Elementary, February 12, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. (In-person)
- Snow date: February 26, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
- Bailey’s Primary, February 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
- Snow date: February 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
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. We created the Safe Students, Safe Schools Brochure (PDF) to enhance your awareness of potential hazards and to equip you with practical tips. Visit our website for more information.
📰 PTO News
Subscribe to PTO news for more info about everything coming up, including:
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Jan. 27: Skate Night - Skip the line and pre-order your Skate Night Tickets today! Tickets are $10 per skater and available now on the PTO website here.
- Jan. 29: Winter Clubs Begin
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Jan. 30: Tigers on the Town at Pupatella! Order all day and mention Terraset and the PTO will receive 20% of the proceeds from the orders that day!
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Feb. 7: PTO Meeting - 6:30-7:30 pm in the cafeteria; snacks & free childcare. Guest Speakers & TES K Teachers, Elise Bender & Maggie Johnson, will be presenting on “Conscious Discipline,” a social-emotional learning program used at school.
Crisis Resources
If you or someone you care about is in crisis, please call 911 or access one of the mental health resources below:
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Reach out to a trusted adult (parent, counselor, teacher, coach, etc.)
- Try these tips for supporting a friend or family member
- Text NEEDHELP to 85511 for the Crisis Link Hotline at or call them at 703-527-4077
- Chat online with a specialist at CrisisChat.org or ImAlive.org
- Call an emergency mental health center at 703 573-5679 (Merrifield Center), 703-536-2000 (Dominion Hospital), or 703-289-7560 (INOVA emergency services)
- CR2 – 844-627-4747
- Go to the nearest emergency room at your local hospital
- Call 911
Community Information
Workshop for students who have silblings with special needs.
SNAP and Employment and Training
TANF
Life with Cancer
Cornerstones Resources - Winter 2024
🗓️ TES Looking Ahead:
P.A.W.S. (Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff)
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