 |
|
To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.
Para leer este boletín en otros idiomas, visite nuestro sitio web.
Để đọc bản tin này bằng ngôn ngữ khác, xin quý vị truy cập vào trang mạng của chúng tôi.
|
 Congratulations to Ms. Schwarz & Mr. Frank's class for taking first place in Olde Creek's ST Math Madness! These amazing mathematicians solved the most puzzles throughout the competition! We're so proud of their hard work and math skills!
Important Dates
April 10: Eid al-Fitr - No School
April 12: Progress Reports Sent Home
April 17: Purple Up to Support Military Families
April 17: Principal's Walking Club 8:00AM
April 22-26: Earth Week Spirit Days
May 3: Teacher Work Day - Student Holiday
May 6-May 10: Staff Appreciation Week
My 17: Parent Input Form Due
May 27: Memorial Day - No School
 Shout out to our Green Team for presenting to our PTA on Wednesday night. Thank you to our PTA for funding our new water filling station for the second floor!
Olde Creek News
Admin Avenue
Dear Olde Creek Elementary Families,
We hope everyone enjoyed a relaxing and fun Spring Break! We were so happy to see all the smiling faces back in the classroom this week, even if it was a short one.
The energy in the halls was wonderful, and it's clear everyone is refreshed and ready to learn. Can you believe it? We've officially kicked off the fourth and final quarter of the school year! Time flies when you're having fun (and learning!).
We're looking forward to some beautiful spring weather in the coming weeks, which will hopefully provide opportunities for outdoor learning and activities.
As we begin the fourth quarter, please see the below for important end of the year dates.
Let's make the most of this exciting time of year!
Sincerely,
Courtney, Alison and Stephanie
Reminder: Birthday Treats
Here's a friendly reminder that due to allergies and dietary restrictions, we can't accept food treats for birthday celebrations in class or the cafeteria. We encourage families to celebrate your child's special day at school:
-
Donate a Book: Gift a new book to our classroom library in your child's honor. They can pick it out with you, and their classmates will enjoy reading it for years to come!
-
Non-Edible Goodies: Send in small trinkets, pencils, stickers, or other fun items for your child to share with their classmates!
We want to make sure every student feels included, safe, and celebrated on their birthday.
Cafeteria Volunteers Needed
Make lunchtime a breeze for our busy students! We're looking for friendly faces to join our cafeteria volunteer crew.
Flexible on your time? We have volunteer opportunities all the way through May! Sign up for a 30 minute block, an hour, a whole day, or anything in between. Visit our SignUp Genius link to find a slot that fits your schedule!
What you'll do:
- Help supervise the lunchroom during busy times.
- Lend a hand opening lunch boxes and packages for younger students.
- Ensure students are following OC's PAWS Expectations.
- Assist with cleanup after lunch is finished.
The benefits?
- See your child's smiling face during their lunch break!
- Meet other parents and become part of the school community.
- Make a positive impact on a busy part of the school day.
Together, we can make lunchtime a fun and positive experience for all our students!
|
Earth Week is Coming Up!
Earth Week BINGO Board
Equity Book Club & C.U.B. Club
Register by 4/5 to receive one copy of the book for your family. Registration closes on 4/12.
-
WHO: Equity Book Club for grades K-2 & C.U.B. Club for grades 3-6.
-
WHAT: We will be reading "Lunch from Home " by Joshua David Stein. We will be considering the questions, “How can we appreciate differences between cultures and build connections through food?”
-
WHEN: Tuesday, April 16th from 3:15-4:15PM
Please complete this Google Form to indicate if your student(s) will be participating. A paper copy of this information is going home with your child in their Friday Folder.
Principal's Walking Club
Just a friendly reminder! Come join us on Wednesday, April 17th at 8:00AM as we enjoy the beauty of spring at our Principal’s Walking Club! We will meet on the blacktop if the weather permits (rain or freezing temperature location will be the gym) Don’t forget your necklaces, we have new charms. We hope to see there!
OC Talent Show
The OC Talent Show will be on Monday, June 10th. We are so excited to see our talented Bears perform! If your child is interested, please complete this Google Form by Tuesday, April 16th.
Parent Input Form for 2024-25 Class Placement
With the end of the year quickly approaching, we are already looking ahead to next year. While we look at class placements for the coming year, we ask for your input and if there is pertinent information to support your child’s success. We cannot honor requests for specific teachers. Parent input forms are due by May 17, 2024. We value your feedback and insight into your child’s learning needs. Thank you for your input.
Olde Creek Parent Input Form 2024-25
OCES End of Year Events
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Did you know? Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong.
According to a recent study of elementary and middle schools, there’s a 5.8% difference between April and June attendance rates. Let's work together to end the school year with success. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
☀️ 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.
💜Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families
Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students. Purple represents military youth because purple combines all the colors of the military branches!
PTA Family Dinner Night - Old Dominion Pizza Co.
We hope to see you at Old Dominion Pizza Co. on April 16th from 5:00-8:00PM for our next PTA Family Dinner Night fundraiser!
The Papa John’s Pizza Fundraiser Continues!
Every Thursday from now until the end of this school year the OCES community can order pizza from Papa John's at a 40% discount and OCES gets 10% back on all orders. The promo code is OCES4010. The promotion is valid all day from 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. for delivery or carryout (carryout until 10:00 p.m.) at the Fairfax location.
This is an online promotion only, but, if for some reason, users experience any issue with the code or the website, customers can still place an order simply by calling the store. They will honor the code by phone. Click here for more information.
|
Thomas Jefferson Techstravaganza - May 18
Our Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:
- Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Graham Road Elementary School.
- Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South County Middle School.
- Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Terraset Elementary School.
- Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Hybla Valley Elementary School.
- Thursday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Poe Middle School.
- Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School.
Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help FCPS plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
OC Staff Shout-outs
Spread the Sparkle: Tell Us About an OC Gem!
Attention, all students and families! Do you know a teacher or staff member who has gone above and beyond this school year? Are you bursting with gratitude for their extra help, infectious enthusiasm, or unwavering dedication? Now's your chance to make their day (and ours!) with a Teacher and Staff Shout-Out!
We're re-launching our special celebration campaign to recognize the extraordinary efforts that make our school community thrive. Whether it's a teacher who sparked your passion for science, a custodian who greets you with a smile every morning, or a librarian who always recommends the perfect book, take this opportunity to express your appreciation. Simply submit a message through this survey and share what this special person means to you. We'll compile the shout-outs and surprise our amazing staff with a heartwarming dose of recognition throughout the coming weeks. Let's shower our school with gratitude and show everyone how much their contributions matter!
|
Bears in the Spotlight
We are excited to announce that we will be continuing to feature students on the OC News Show in our Bears in the Spotlight segment! This is a way for students to share their hobbies and after school activities with the school community. We want to highlight all the amazing things that our students are passionate about!
To submit your student's information, please fill out the Bears in the Spotlight Google Form. You can find the form here.
The information that you submit will be used to create a slide that will be shared on the News Show. The slide will include any photos or videos that you include as well as a description of your student's hobby/activity.
We appreciate your help in spotlighting the awesome talents and interests of our OC Bears!
OC Staff Spotlights
We're excited to highlight our incredible staff members in our Staff Spotlights! In these features, our staff shares their love of working at OC and their hobbies and interests. To browse more staff spotlights, visit the Features section of our Olde Creek website!
Contacts
Olde Creek Main Office: 703-426-3100
Olde Creek Attendance Phone Line: 703-426-3192
Olde Creek Attendance mailbox: OldeCreekElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277
Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines
Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal
Courtney Korb, Principal, cbkorb@fcps.edu
Alison Butler, Assistant Principal, ajbutler@fcps.edu
Stephanie Kaminsky, Assistant Principal, sjkaminsky@fcps.edu
Sylvia Alverson, Administrative Assistant, sjalverson@fcps.edu
Christie Armstrong, Administrative Assistant, cparmstrong1@fcps.edu
Lizardo Santos, Student Information Assistant, LISantos@fcps.edu
Sandy McCulloch, Office Assistant, slmcculloch@fcps.edu
Be Informed, Stay Involved!
For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language icon in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language. Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.
|
