Principal Message
Dear Terraset Families:
The recent spring-like weather has reminded us that in less than a month it will officially be spring! It is a great time to pause and celebrate all of the incredible progress and achievements our Tigers have made so far this year. We have consistently observed our students engaging in meaningful and joyful learning, acquiring new skills, collaborating with one another and demonstrating kindness in many ways. This would not be possible without our talented professionals at school AND your dedication to our partnership- thank you!
If you would like to recognize a Terraset staff member for going above and beyond, please be sure to shout them out with an FCPS Cares submission here.
With much appreciation always,
Katie Aldridge
Principal
📅Important Calendar Reminder: Tuesday, March 5 - No School
The Fairfax Board of Elections has requested that schools be closed on Tuesday, March 5 to accomodate the administration of the 2024 presidential primary election. As a result, March 5 is a school holiday for students and a virtual school planning day for teachers. Central offices and school offices will remain open. SACC will remain open.
Kiss and Ride Reminders
We are working hard to streamline our kiss and ride process so that the line, especially in the morning, moves as quickly and safely as possible.
- Please do not park on Ridge Heights Road and walk across the driveway where buses and kiss and ride cars are exiting. This slows down all traffic considerably.
- Please pull all the way forward to the Door 2 area at the top of the hill to drop off your student(s).
- All students will enter the building through Door 2 near the gym, unless there is inclement weather in which we will open lower Door 1 as well.
- Please ensure your child is ready to exit the vehicle prior to drop off.
We appreciate your partnership in ensuring a safe and efficient arrival and dismissal for all of our Tigers.
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.
Elementary Magnet School Application Information
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.
Spring Pictures Day
Spring individual pictures and class group pictures day will be on March 12, 2024. The fliers below are being sent home in Tuesday folders with all students.
📰 PTO News
Be sure to subscribe to PTO news for more info about everything the PTO has coming up, including:
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March 6: PTO Meeting, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria featuring guest speaker and TES Multiple Disabilities Teacher, Jennifer Blum.
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March 6: 2nd & 3rd Grade Parents Stock the Staff Lounge - directly after the PTO meeting. Thank you!
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March 7: Tigers on the Town at IHOP - 4-9 p.m. 20% of the proceeds will benefit the PTO! Dine in or take out and mention Terraset! Look for additional details in Tuesday folder and PTO news.
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Mar 21: Terraset Basketball Challenge Tickets Are Now on Sale - Join us as we cheer on our Terraset basketball teams with a professional DJ and the Terraset cheerleaders! Concessions will include pizza, Chick-Fil-A sandwiches, drinks and more. Click here to view pricing and pre-orders. You can help by contributing an item from our Amazon Wish list, signing up to volunteer, or making a financial contribution for concession sales. You can email basketball@terrasetpto.org for more details.
6th Grade Send-Off Committee Coin Challenge
1-2-3-4 We Declare a Coin War! Beginning on February 26th, join your grade level as you compete in the Coin Wars! Bring as much change as you can find to support your grade level! All coins will be collected in grade level jugs in the Terraset Main Lobby. Our contest runs February 26 - March 8. All proceeds benefit the 6th Grade Send-off while our grade level winners receive a POPSICLE PARTY!
Band, Orchestra, Music Students
T-Shirt Order
All students participating in band, orchestra or chorus must have a uniform t-shirt which will be worn at our spring performances. If you have one that fits from last year, you do not have to buy a new one. T-shirts are $8 each and can be ordered on-line through MySchoolBucks. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Andert at jeandert@fcps.edu.Click to edit this placeholder text.
Strings Summer Camp
Don’t know what to do this summer? Sign up your child to be a part of a string summer camp! Who can participate? Anyone in 3rd grade (rising 4th grade) who wants to learn a string instrument, 4th, 5th and 6th grade string students!
Vienna Summer Strings
When: June 24th-July 12 (No camp July 4th and 5th)
Where: Thoreau Middle School
Follow this link to our website and to Register Today!
Franklin Band and Orchestra Camp
When: June 21-July 12 (No camp July 4th and 5th)
Where: Chantilly High School
www.Franklinbandcamp.com
🧸 Kindergarten Registration Information
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.
💻 Try Online Registration
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.
Terraset will be hosting an orientation for all new, incoming Kindergarten students on Tuesday, April 2 from 2-3 p.m. in the cafeteria.
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
P.A.W.S. (Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff)
Have you seen a staff member go above and beyond for your family or student? Take a moment to fill out this quick form to let us know and say thank you!
Click here to tell us about a PAWSitively amazing staff member!
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