Congratulations to our GBW Outstanding Employee Nominees!
We had over 19 staff members recommended for Outstanding Employees this year as part of the FCPS Outstanding Employee Recognition Program! We are so proud of these 19 nominees:
- Becky Anderson (5th Grade Teacher)
- Sally Bippert (Office Assistant)
- Meredith Bliss (1st Grade Teacher)
- Andrew Blount (Principal)
- Jordan Cook (Assistant Principal)
- Liz Dodd (Special Education Teacher)
- Gladis Hernandez (Assistant Building Supervisor)
- Laura Howard (3rd Grade Teacher)
- Brooke Johnson (2nd Grade Teacher)
- Whitney Landry (6th Grade Teacher)
- Patty Li (Student Information Assistant)
- Kristen Manganiello (6th Grade Teacher)
- Jennifer Mann (Special Education Teacher)
- Megan McAndrew (Counselor)
- Alyssa Ramirez (6th Grade Teacher)
- Steve Smith (4th Grade Teacher)
- Susanna Smith (Kindergarten Teacher)
- Helen Seo (Parent Liaison)
- Tuan Vo (Building Supervisor)
Congratulations to our GBW Outstanding Employee Winners!
We also want to offer a special congratulations to the following staff who were selected as our school winners to represent Greenbriar West ES at the next level of awards in the Chantilly Pyramid:
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Outstanding Teacher:
Laura Howard (3rd Grade Teacher)
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Outstanding Professional Employee:
Megan McAndrew (Counselor)
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Outstanding Operational Employee:
Sally Bippert (Office Assistant)
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Outstanding School Leader:
Jordan Cook (Assistant Principal)
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Outstanding Principal:
Andrew Blount
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GBW Events & Dates
January 26: Student Holiday (FCPS Teacher Workday)
February 8: PTA Meeting (Virtual Meeting- link will be sent as a Talking Points message
February 9: I Heart Panda Winter Dance 6-8pm
February 19: FCPS Holiday (President's Day)
February 21: PTA Restaurant Fundraiser (Noodles & Company)
March 6: PTA Restaurant Fundraiser (Chick-Fil-A)
ANTI-VAPING CAMPAIGN
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The National PTA, and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids are committed to educating youth, parents, school boards and local officials about the dangers of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products. Your PTSA is running its own campaign beginning this February!
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*At the next Chantilly High School PTSA general meeting on February 15th at 6:30 p.m. in the school library, we will host a guest speaker on the topic of tobacco use and vaping among our youth. Stacey King is a licensed clinical social worker and the substance abuse prevention specialist for the Chantilly Pyramid.
You must be 18 or older to attend. Ms. King will discuss the harms of tobacco use and vaping and will provide information about the latest trends in tobacco/vape use in our community. She will also talk about ways parents can initiate productive conversations with their children. There will be time for a question-and-answer session, and literature will be available in both English and Spanish. Light refreshments and student-provided childcare will be provided.
To register for this free event, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/pJ6cb7u1LW4Pj9TD6
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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:
Click the linked titles above to register.
Reminder: No School Day
January 26, 2024
Behavior Solution Series for Elementary and Secondary Families
Join staff from the FCPS Behavior Intervention Services Department to help families encourage positive communication and behavior at home.
Elementary Webinars
2/16 Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication Add to Your Calendar.
- Embark on a collaborative parenting journey while we guide you through practical tips that can be used in your home.
3/15 Taming Tantrums and More Add to Your Calendar.
- Parents, ever had a moment when things feel like a big puzzle and you just need the right pieces? We will share strategies to help when your child’s behavior feels like a rollercoaster. Learn how to turn meltdowns into moments that make you go 'ta-da!'
Secondary Webinars
4/19 Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication Add to Your calendar.
- We will equip you with strategies for navigating the teen years. Uncover the secrets to fostering open communication, building trust, and transforming challenges into opportunities for growth.
5/31 Taming the Teenaged Brain Add to Your Calendar.
Navigate the rollercoaster of teenage emotions with our training on behavior strategies, tailored to support you at home during those challenging adolescent years. We will provide practical insights and proven techniques to foster understanding and communication with your teenager.
Register for all or part of the Behavior Solution Series for Families
More Information can be found on FCPS website:
Tech Adventure Camp - bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
CTE Summer Academy - bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
Snack Donations Needed
Please consider donating snacks for students at Greenbriar West Elementary! These snacks are kept with our counseling staff and in the main office to help support students who don't have a snack during the school day. Thank you for your support!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DAFAD2BABFDC70-46456776-gbwsnack#/
Join the PTA Today!
It is never too late to join the PTA!
Joining the PTA doesn't mean you're signing your life away as a volunteer. It means you believe in the students, the staff, and the families at GBW. By becoming a PTA member and contributing to our fundraising campaigns, you are making a difference in every student at GBW. To learn more about what the GBW PTA does, check out this flyer.
Join GBW PTA : https://greenbriarwest.memberhub.com/store
FCPS Calendar Dates
 FCPS 2023-2024 Calendar: Click Here
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