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اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے۔
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 Congratulations to kindergarten teacher, Evelyn Ransom, and family liaison, Rubia Rodriguez, who were honored as Hollin Meadows' Outstanding Teacher and Outstanding Operational Employee.
A Note from Mr. Gates
On Monday we will begin the third quarter of the school year. We look forward to lots of new learning opportunities. Teachers are finishing up midyear assessments while preparing to introduce new units in reading and math. Although we’ve had lots of days off in January, we are looking forward to coming to school every day. Please remember that school starts daily at 8:20 a.m. (school doors open at 8:05 a.m.) With so many missed days of school in January, it is important for students to be at school on time every day.
Parents will be able to view their child's second quarter progress report in the ParentVUE app on Monday, February 5. We will send home the paper copy in the Tuesday Folder on Tuesday, February 6. As always, if you have questions, don't hesitate to connect with your child's teacher.
This past week we welcomed guidance counselor Leslie Fry. Ms. Fry is replacing Ms. Shirley. An experienced counselor, Ms. Fry is excited to join the Hollin Meadows community and work with our wellness team to provide services to students, staff and family members. You may contact Ms. Fry at lrcalhounfry@fcps.edu
As always, thank you for your continued support of all things Hollin Meadows. Here's to wonderful week ahead!
Jon Gates
Principal
Hollin Meadows Opportunities
Hollin Meadows is looking for energetic family members, friends, grandparents, or adult siblings, who may be looking for an opportunity to join our Hollin Meadows Elementary staff. Hollin Meadows is a positive work environment, and we are ready to fill the following opportunities with members of our community. Applicants must be 18 or older.
Dining Room Assistant
Hourly - Daily - 10:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m., $12.39/hour
Description: Assists students during lunch time. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order, and dismisses students to their teachers.
Qualifications: Friendly, energetic, and assertive in maintaining expectations of cafeteria behavior, and loves working with children.
Please pass this information along to anyone you may know. Interested applicants should contact Tieya White ttwhite@fcps.edu or Lisa Lin lalin@fcps.edu at 703.718.8300.
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.!
Parent Support for You---FREE
The FCPS Family Resource Center has free workshops for parents to help with a variety of topics. Check out these offerings for February and March:
Meet the Author Series: Mind in The Making with Ellen Galinsky
Looking for research-based advice for families on how to raise their children to be well-rounded and achieve their full potential, helping them learn to take on life's challenges, communicate well with others, and remain committed to learning? These are the "essential life skills" that Ellen Galinsky has spent her career pursuing.
The good news is that there are simple everyday things that all families can do to build these skills in their children for today and for the future. They don't cost money, and it's never too late to begin.
February 2, 2024, 10-11 a.m. Register for Meet the Author Series: Mind in The Making with Ellen Galinsky
Behavior Solution Series for Families: Elementary sessions
February 16 Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication
- Embark on a collaborative parenting journey while we guide you through practical tips that can be used in your home.
March 16 Taming Tantrums and More
- 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!'
Register for all or part of the Behavior Solution Series for Families
How to Handle Disappointing Grades: Ways to Uncover the Reasons Behind Your Child’s School Performance and How to Help
Disappointing grades are not always a fair indication of how hard your child is trying, how much they’re learning, or what their potential for success is later on in life (especially for those with ADHD and other learning differences).
On the surface, disappointing grades represent a failure at school. But there’s usually a lot more to it and many emotions for parents and students at stake!
Webinar Highlights:
- What to do if your child comes home with bad grades (and how to prevent over-reacting)
- How to talk to your child about their school performance, including some easy conversation starters
- Ways to investigate why it’s happening and the two most common reasons for poor grades
- What to do about it moving forward, including strategies to help your child study more effectively and stay organized
- Whether you should set consequences for your child’s bad grades (or reward them for good grades)
Join Ann Dolin, educator, author, and Educational Connections Founder for new strategies to tackle these sticky situations while preserving your relationship with your child.
February 23, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m. Register for How to Handle Disappointing Grades: Ways to Uncover the Reasons Behind Your Child’s School Performance and How to Help
Attendance Matters
Data shows that: Missing just 10% of school — just two days a month — negatively affects a student’s academic performance.
Only 17% of students who were chronically absent in both kindergarten and first grade were reading proficiently in third grade, compared to 64% of those with good attendance.
Students who fail to read at grade level by the end of third grade are four times more likely than students who achieve proficiency to drop out of high school.
By sixth grade, chronic absenteeism becomes a leading indicator that a student will drop out of high school.
Attendance is critical for academic success. Visit our website for more attendance resources
The Importance of Up-to-Date Immunizations
Immunizations are required for public school entry and help keep students protected from serious diseases. While COVID-19 vaccinations are not required, many other immunizations are. Check with your students’ healthcare providers now to make sure they are up to date on their immunizations. Immunization records can now be updated online in SIS ParentVUE through the Online Verification Update form. To access that form, click Online Packets in the top right of the screen after logging in to SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers can obtain an activation key letter to activate their SIS ParentVUE account by contacting the main office 703.718.8300.
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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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Important Dates
Jan. 30: Winter Concert, 6:30 p.m. Cafeteria
Feb. 2: PTA Math Night, 6 - 8 p.m., Cafeteria
Feb. 6: Second Quarter Progress Reports sent home in Tuesday folder.
Feb. 19: Presidents Day - No School
See the complete 2023-2024 school year calendar
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