Important Dates
- 3/18 - Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs (6:30 pm, Lake Braddock SS, see announcement below)
- 3/22 - Last Day of 3rd Quarter
- 3/25-3/29 - Spring Break!
- 4/1 - Teacher Workday/Student Holiday
- 4/2 - Staff Development Day/Student Holiday
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Attendance Matters!
As we prepare to take time off from school from March 25th to April 2nd for Spring break, we are grateful for everyone who has helped build routines for showing up to school while supporting students and families.
Daily routines are essential for reducing stress and creating a sense of security for students and adults. When we return from the break, students will enter the fourth and last quarter. Please take steps to keep your child healthy and send them to school unless they have a fever, diarrhea, or vomiting. Every day of school is an important opportunity for students to learn and connect with peers and their teachers.
We look forward to seeing you again when school resumes on April 3rd.
Homework Over Spring Break
Jaguar Families,
The message below was shared with teachers today. Wishing all of you a wonderful Spring Break!
Spring break is right around the corner! I want to remind you to give yourself and your students a well-deserved break. Please do not assign homework, projects, papers, reading, and/or studying over the break. I recognize that some students may elect to work on long-term projects or make-up work over the break.
Here are some guidelines:
- Students should not be required to complete work over school breaks.
- Be reasonable with due dates. Provide enough time for students to complete their work within the normal school calendar without the need to work over school breaks.
- Though you may have a long-term assignment that spans over a school break, no work should be due immediately after a break (first two return days).
- Pace yourself to avoid major assessments immediately upon return from breaks (first two return days).
Ben Nowak, Principal
Senior Trip to HersheyPark
On Monday, June 3, seniors who are signed up to go on the senior trip should meet in the cafeteria at the start of the school day (8:10). The cost of the trip is $75 and students should pay using MySchoolBucks and checking the School Store. At approximately 8:45 am, seniors who have met their financial and academic obligations and have paid $75 to attend HersheyPark will board motor coaches for HersheyPark in Hershey, PA.
Seniors going on the trip should be aware that weather conditions can vary in early June, but tend to be on the warmer side. As a result, students should dress accordingly, which keeping in mind this is a school-sponsored event and FCPS dress code is still applicable.
Seniors will return to Falls Church at approximately 7:00 pm that evening. Students can pick up field trip forms for the senior trip from Dr. Redden-Liotta in Room 181 and in the main office. All forms must be turned in to the main office no later than Friday, April 12.
Jaguar 5k
We will be hosting our 19th Annual Jaguar 5k on Saturday, April 27th and we would love for you and your family and friends to join us!! This is a great community event! Registration is LIVE! Register online at www.jaguar5k.com or on paper (registrations will be in your mailboxes this week).
We are also looking for volunteers, click HERE to sign up or email Bebe Kim at blkim@fcps.edu
Join a Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
A community conversation on the opioid crisis in Northern Virginia will be held Monday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. (Please enter through Door #14). Attendees will receive free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services within FCPS and Fairfax County.
This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed will be suitable for students in grade 6 and higher. Language interpretation will be available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed.
Learn more about the event and register online.
Measles Is Preventable
Measles is making headlines as the number of cases nationwide has topped 40, with three confirmed cases in people living in or traveling through the National Capital Region.
The good news is that measles is preventable through vaccination! Vaccines help teach the immune system how to defend against germs, helping to build up natural defenses. Give your child the best protection against measles with two doses of the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Visit the Fairfax County Health Department website to find out more about measles.
Extended Hours at Immunization Clinics
To help parents/caregivers obtain vaccinations for their children, the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will offer immunization clinics with extended hours:
Parents/caregivers should make an appointment but a limited number of walk-ins will be accepted. Please call 703-246-7100 to schedule an appointment.
Learn more about vaccinating your child and find community resources to support their health and well-being.
Note: All students enrolling in public and private schools in Virginia are required to be adequately immunized per the Code of Virginia.
Nominations Open for First Class Award for Inclusion
The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the First Class Awards. The awards are presented annually to educators, administrators, and students who support, design, and/or implement programs or activities that include students with disabilities that result in positive outcomes for all students. The ACSD will recognize award winners at the Family Summit on Saturday, April 20.
Nominate an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools by Friday, March 22. Email SpecialEdConf@fcps.edu with questions.
Take the Family Engagement Survey Today!
If you haven’t already, please take FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey today! Survey results will help us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
The survey is available in 10 languages. Please check your email for a message from FCPS partner, K12 Insight, with a link to the survey or access the survey now. Your voice matters!
Safely View the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8
A total solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, and will be viewable, depending on weather, in Fairfax County. The eclipse will begin in our area around 2:04 p.m. and end around 4:32 p.m., with the maximum eclipse occurring around 3:20 p.m.
Because the timing overlaps with dismissal, it is crucial that students understand the importance of safe viewing practices. We encourage families to review these Solar Eclipse Resources, especially the eye safety information. We hope everyone takes the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon while prioritizing safe solar viewing.
Summer Camps and Learning Programs
Have you made summer plans for your child yet? Are you looking for a summer camp for your child with special needs?
The Family Resource Center has compiled information on summer camps including local options, camps for students with special needs (sorted by need), and camps for students experiencing grief or who have parents in the military.
Learn About Pathways and Opportunities at Virtual Military Night
FCPS School Counseling Services is hosting a Virtual Military Night on Wednesday, March 20, 6-8 p.m. This event is designed for high school students and their families who are interested in learning more about the military pathways and opportunities. Enlistment, service academies, and ROTC pathways will be represented.
NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors and Their Families
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is offering virtual information and application sessions. Information sessions will provide an overview of NOVA and the opportunities, services, and resources designed to connect high school seniors to the NOVA Nighthawk Community.
Sessions are open to all FCPS seniors and their families. For questions, email admissions@nvcc.edu or call 703-323-3000.
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