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Dear Beech Tree Families,
I am excited to share some wonderful highlights from the past week. Our 3rd-grade students and teachers had an enriching experience on Thursday during their field trip to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. The trip provided hands-on learning opportunities in social studies and science, particularly in areas such as ancient Egypt and the ecosystem. The exhibits were captivating, bringing their classroom studies to life.
Our week concluded with the PTA Talent Show last night, which was a remarkable event. It was heartwarming to witness the diverse talents of our students, from piano playing to dancing, singing, comedy, and more. Our Beavers truly shone brightly, showcasing their skills and fearlessness. Thank you for coming out and supporting this event. It was great seeing so many of you in attendance.
During our first week of Beech Days, we enjoyed seeing families lunch with their students. Next Friday concludes Beech Days for the month of February. However, next week's newsletter will entail March's Beech Days dates, so be on the lookout.
Looking ahead to spring, we have many exciting school events to anticipate as a community. I will readily keep you updated. Let us continue to support and celebrate our students as they learn and grow.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
With appreciation,
Principal Clarke
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 We encourage family members to enjoy the same lunch as their child, whether it's a packed lunch or from the school cafeteria. To maintain the integrity of our meal program, we kindly request refraining from bringing fast food options.
On the day of your child's scheduled lunch, please arrive 5 minutes early to sign in at the office. Our staff will direct you to the cafeteria. As you depart, please remember to check out at the office. For those opting to purchase lunch from the cafeteria, adult pricing is $4.75, payable in cash. For more details on lunch options, please click here.
- Thursday, March 7th PTA Meeting 6:30pm
Zoom link will be sent by 6:00pm
- Tuesday, March 5th Student Holiday-No School
- March 13th-15th Spring Book Fair
- Saturday, March 16th PTA Fun Fair 10:00am
- March 25th -29th Spring Break-No School
- Monday, April 1st Student Holiday-No School
- Tuesday, April 2nd Student Holiday-No School
Classes will resume on Wednesday, April 3rd
See the complete school year calendar.
*To ensure the safety and well-being of our students, we kindly request that parents or guardians accompany their children to school events*
🤒 Students Sent Home from the Health Room
After being seen by the PHN or SHA in the Health Room, students sent home, due to a fever of 100.4 or greater and/or COVID-19 respiratory symptoms (cough, sore throat, runny nose), may return to school when the student is fever-free without fever reducing medication for at least 24 hours and symptoms have improved.
Refer to FCPS Attendance Guidance for more information.
🚪Check-Outs
Please remember you must sign your student out in the main office. All student exchanges and contact must go through the office. You will need to sign them out on the "Sign out Binder" located in the office. Be prepared to show your photo ID when you arrive. The office works efficiently to retrieve students from wherever they are in building, so please arrive early enough to give staff enough time to locate your student so you can arrive at your next destination on time. The front office will not call for students prior to parents arrival for pickup. Thanks for your cooperation in making sure our student population is safe while at school!
Family Engagement Survey to Open March 3
FCPS is partnering with independent research firm K12 Insight to administer a Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Sunday, March 3, to Friday, March 22. Your feedback is critical in helping FCPS to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs throughout the district. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers will receive the survey link via email from K12 Insight. A public link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available in our front office. Please stay tuned for more information.
💭 Share Your Thoughts on Schoology
FCPS will be conducting voluntary, anonymous surveys on the use of Schoology from Monday, March 11, to Friday, March 22. Surveys will be delivered to:
- Elementary students (grades 3-6) through the Schoology App Center.
Student feedback will inform the school division’s use of Schoology and help improve its processes, communication, and professional learning for staff. FCPS’ Instructional Services Department will also be reaching out to families through focus groups.
Please contact Schoology@fcps.edu if you have questions.
💻 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. The following events are currently scheduled for February:
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Functional Behavior Assessment/Behavior Intervention Plan (FBA/BIP) Essentials for Families
Does your child have concerning behaviors at school? Did you know that there is a process to identify and support them? Learn about the FBA and BIP process and how it is used in FCPS to support any student who experiences behavioral challenges. This webinar is presented by staff from the Office of Special Education Instruction, Office of Intervention and Prevention Services, and Office of Special Education Procedural Support.
February 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. or March 1, 10-11 a.m.
For more information and to register for the webinars, click on the linked titles above.
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, 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 FCPS employees at Beech Tree Elementary School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
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Thank You for an Amazing Talent Show! A big shoutout and heartfelt thanks to all the talented performers and fantastic attendees who made our Talent Show a night to remember! It was a blast, and your support means the world.
Bawadi Restaurant Night - March 6, 4 - 10pm Save the date for a delicious night out at Bawadi Mediterranean Grill! Join us on Wednesday, March 6, from 4 to 10 pm for dine-in or carry-out. Present the attached flyer, and we'll get a fantastic 20% back. Check out the attached flyer for all the details.
Get Ready for Fun Fair - We Need Your Help! Our upcoming Fun Fair on Saturday, march 16th is a community effort, and we need your support. Whether you can volunteer your time (high school students are welcome to volunteer), donate items or talents, or contribute cakes for the cake walk, every bit counts. Check out the attached flyer for more details or drop us an email at ptabeechtree@gmail.com.
Let's make these events even more memorable with your participation and support. Thank you for being the heart of our Beech Tree community!
Hours: 9:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (doors open at 9:05 a.m. for arrival)
Attendance Line: 703-531-2626
Attendance Email: BeechTreeElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
School Registrar: Sandra Merino (703) 531-2620
Parent Liaison: Mariangeles Quinto (703) 531-2692
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