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To read our newsletter in other languages, please view it on the Centre Ridge website.
Para leer nuestro boletín en otros idiomas, visite la página web de Centre Ridge.
لقراءة النشرة الإخبارية بلغات أخرى ، يرجى الاطلاع عليها على الموقع الإلكتروني
영어가 아닌 다른 언어로 뉴스레터를 보시기 원하시면 이 웹사이트를 클릭하여 주십시오.
.اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے
Volume 2, Issue 16; February 11, 2024
Rams read like champions!
Dear CRES Community,
As the excitement of the Super Bowl fills the air this evening and fans gather to cheer on their favorite teams, it reminds us of the power of coming together to celebrate shared passions and accomplishments. It reminds us of teamwork, dedication, and perseverance!
Just like the athletes on the field, our students embark on their own journey toward success in school each day, with literacy as their guiding force. Just as every touchdown is a testament to skill, strategy, and teamwork, every page turned, and every word mastered, is a triumph for our young readers and writers.
As we reflect on the excitement of the Super Bowl, let us also celebrate the joy and power of literacy in our students' lives. Let us continue to support their love of reading and writing, encouraging them to reach new heights and pursue their dreams with passion and determination. We invite you to join us for our upcoming Family Literacy Night: Rams Read Like Champions! RSVP here so we can plan accordingly for your participation.
Together, we can champion our students to embrace a lifelong love of literacy!
Dr. Hertzberg, Ms. Wu, Ms. Baugh, Ms. Helmer, and Ms. Ford
New Student Registration is Open for the 2024-2025 School Year!
Registration is available online or you can pick-up paperwork in our front office.
Required documents for registration:
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Proof of residency: A deed, lease agreement
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Proof of birth: Original birth certificate
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Health documentation: A certificate of physical examination including required screenings completed within the last 12 months prior to starting school by a US licensed physician.
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New Preschool students, visit the Early Childhood Registration page.
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Non-parent registrations, visit the Special Registration Situations page.
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Rising kindergarten students that were enrolled in one of our FCPS preschool programs this year, contact the registrar at the school the student will attend kindergarten for the upcoming school year. School information can be found on the Schools and Centers page.
Please contact Patricia Kirkpatrick, our School Information Assistant (SIA), for more information. She can also be reached via phone at 703-227-2605.
For support in Spanish, please contact Mary Pierri, 703-227-2656.
For support in Korean, please contact Toyon Eum, 571-536-8009.
📚 Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read
FCPS funds the use of Lexia for all elementary and middle schools to use as part of their literacy instruction. Lexia is a computer-based program that supplements classroom instruction to help students develop literacy skills. It also provides teachers with data to identify students who need additional support, and the ability to know which specific concepts and skills to prioritize.Attend an information night on Monday, February 12, at 6:30 p.m., at Thoreau Middle School. Parents/caregivers will learn more about Lexia, and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom and supporting student growth in reading. Attendees will also get tips for supporting their students at home.
Register to attend or submit a question in advance. Unable to attend in person? Join on Zoom.
Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, the FCPS Equitable Access to Literacy plan, and FCPS Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
😎 Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps
Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Tutor.com Teacher-Referred Tutoring
Through Schoology®, all FCPS students have 24/7 access to no-cost, year-round, on-demand, 1-to-1 tutoring services through Tutor.com.
A new Teacher-Referred Tutoring program feature provides targeted support and extends student learning. Teachers can now refer students for tutoring, with their specific needs already identified. Students can get extra support — on their own schedule — and reinforce their in-class learning.
Caregivers can guide students to access expert tutoring, homework help, and writing support by clicking on the Tutor.com icon in their Schoology portal—anytime, anywhere.
Plus, look for teachers’ tutoring session referrals on the Tutor.com homepage.
Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School.
Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.
Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.
Ronnie Ram's Tweet or InstagRAM of the Week!
We love highlighting learning experiences that support the acquisition of Portrait of a Graduate attributes and skills across our classrooms!
100 days smarter! Our kindergarten students are #goal-directed and #resilient!
For more information on Portrait of a Graduate, ask your child how they are a communicator, collaborator, critical and creative thinker, goal-directed and resilient individual, or ethical and global citizen. Or, click here!
Please click on our main hashtags, #CRESCulture and #CRESConnections, for more awesome highlights from Centre Ridge!
We also expanded our social media presence! Find us on Instagram for all our #CRESConnections!
AVID in Action!
Students in Ms. Evans' fourth grade class are introduced to binders, an organizational tool that will help them organize their learning, access their notes, and reinforce strong study skills across multiple content areas. Our Academic Dean, Ms. Ford, supports our teachers and students with these efforts!
DedicatED: For Parents and Teachers
AVID is for all students!
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is an educational approach that empowers all students, regardless of background or academic ability, to achieve academic success and prepare for college and career readiness. AVID provides students with the skills, strategies, and support they need to excel academically, emphasizing critical thinking, inquiry, collaboration, and organization.
With regard to note-taking, AVID encourages students to use structured methods, such as the AVID Focused Note-Taking Process, to actively engage with content, organize information effectively, and develop strong study habits. By implementing AVID principles, students learn how to become self-directed learners, develop a growth mindset, and navigate academic challenges with confidence, setting them on a path toward lifelong success.
At Centre Ridge, we are amping up our AVID efforts! Teachers in 3rd-6th grade will be implementing AVID strategies next year, with our 6th grade team attending the national conference in Orlando, Florida this summer! We are so excited to see how this approach will positively impact our students' educational journeys!
Please Mark Your Calendars!
Great news! Centre Ridge Elementary School's events are now easily added to your own personal calendar. To find out how to download our
February 12th-16th: Spirit Days!
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Monday, 2/12 - Team Up for Kindness: Wear sports/college attire.
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Tuesday, 2/13 - Tie Dye Day: Peace, Love and Kindness!
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Wednesday, 2/14 - Show how big your Heart is: Wear red/pink or hearts.
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Thursday, 2/15- Superhero day: Kindness is my superpower!
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Friday 2/16 - Pj Day: We dream of a world filled with kindness.
February 13th: "Parenting in an AI World" presentation, 6:15 pm, followed by our PTA meeting, 7 pm (library and online). Please RSVP here.
March 7th: Family Literacy Night: RAMS Read like Champions! 5-7 pm, RSVP here. (More information coming soon!)
March 14th: Instructional Design Focus Group, 5-6 pm, library, RSVP here.
See the complete 2023-2024 school year calendar.
FCPS Cares Program
Recognizing employees who go above and beyond
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS, and more specifically, Centre Ridge employees.
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Ram Reflection
To provide feedback directly to Dr. Hertzberg, please use the QR code, or click on this link. Thank you, in advance, for sharing your thinking!
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