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Multicultural Night is Fri., Apr. 19th. To participate in Multicultural Night, register here: https://tinyurl.com/WOMN2024 . Please be sure to submit your hearts, 'love' in different languages, by April 5th. Families can participate in Multicultural Night in the following ways:
- Wear traditional dress
- Cook up a dish to share
- Create a heritage museum display based on a holiday
- Perform a cultural dance, song, etc.
- Submit your entry to the art contest
- Attend as a general participant
If you would like to volunteer for Multicultural Night, please sign up here:
https://tinyurl.com/MN2024volunteer
Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Screening for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners.
Screening for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services Students can be screened for subject specific and part time AAP services at any time in the school year. However, in the spring, schools review data on all students to determine services for the start of the next school year.
Screening Process for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services
Multiple criteria are reviewed holistically to determine eligibility for all FCPS advanced academic services. Committees consider student work from opportunities with AAP lessons, examples of student reasoning or gifted behaviors from class discussions and activities, progress reports, achievement and ability scores, and parent or guardian input. Committees consider whether students have access to a group of students with similar academic needs to support academic conversations and growth in the classroom.
Appeals Process for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services If a parent or guardian wishes to appeal an ineligible decision, they may submit an appeal with new data for consideration by the local school screening committee.
This new information should be submitted to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher.
Subject Specific and Part-Time Services Overview Subject Specific and Part-Time Services in Elementary School
FCPS offers a continuum of advanced academic services for all students in Grades K-12. The continuum of services approach allows for a focus on matching services to students’ needs rather than labeling students.
Students have:
- Multiple entry points for deeper learning opportunities in specific areas of need as they develop.
- A cluster group of students with similar academic needs to support student learning and growth.
AAP Explanation of Levels of Service
Teachers, administrators, and Advanced Academic Resource Teachers (AARTs) work together to provide the following levels of school-based services at the elementary level:
Access to Rigor, Grades K-6 (Level I)
All students have opportunities to think critically, reason, and problem-solve.
- All teachers use critical and creative thinking strategies in their lessons
- Classroom teachers provide opportunities using materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework a minimum of once per quarter.
Because Access to Rigor services are for all FCPS students, there is not a screening process.
Subject Specific Advanced Differentiation, Grades K-6 (Level II)
Some students require differentiation beyond the needs of age-level peers in their class in at least one specific subject area.
Classroom teachers may adjust instruction for students in these areas by:
- Providing different assignments and resources in those subjects,
- Grouping students by their strengths, interests, and readiness, and
- Providing additional challenges using materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework.
Student needs for subject specific differentiation are re-evaluated each year at the local school.
Part-Time Advanced Academic Programs, Grades 3-6 (Level III)
Some students have advanced academic abilities in multiple subject areas and require differentiation beyond the needs of age-level peers in their class in multiple content areas.
- Students work with other students that have similar academic needs through weekly pull-out classes or weekly co-taught lessons with the AART and classroom teacher.
- Teachers provide frequent opportunities to use materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework in Language Arts, science, social studies, and/or mathematics.
Part-time services continue through Grade 6. Students do not need to be evaluated each year.
Full-Time Advanced Academic Program Information, Grades 3-8 (Level IV)
Some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science).
Students eligible for full-time AAP services are cluster grouped on a full-time basis and receive:
- Full-time use of materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework in Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, and
- Curriculum that is differentiated through acceleration, depth, and complexity of content.
Full-time services continue through Grade 8. Students do not need to be evaluated each year.
Screening for Full-Time (Level IV) Services Screening Timeline for Full-Time Services
Screening for full-time (level IV) AAP services happens at the district/central level rather than by local schools.
For your planning for next school year, please know that screening for full-time (level IV) services occurs during two specific screening cycles:
- Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January. Fall referrals are due October 15, annually.
- Spring screening is available for any Grade 2-7 FCPS-enrolled student. The referral window is from the first day of school - December 15, annually.
For more information, please visit the AAP website at: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/advancedacademics-identification-and-placement/current-fcps-students.
If you have questions about the AAP levels of service or the screening process, please reach out to our AARTs, Susan Lattuca (salattuca@fcps.edu) or Dana Harlan (daharlan@fcps.edu).
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians of FCPS students. Parents/guardians will be asked for feedback on the level of satisfaction with School Health services provided to the school community. The survey will be distributed electronically via FCPS This Week. The survey window is April 15 - April 26, 2024.
Survey link: www.redcap.link/FCHDSchoolHealthSurvey.
Survey results will provide a basis for quality improvement of School Health services. The data-driven process is in alignment with the FCPS Strategic planning process, and the survey results will contribute positively to the FCPS Strategic Plan that reflects a shared consensus among stakeholders.
Advertised Budget Focuses on Schools and Instruction
Investing in excellence means putting our dollars where it matters most — schools and instruction. Nearly 93% of FCPS full-time staff work directly in our schools. And nearly 86% of FCPS’ Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Advertised Budget is dedicated to instructional programs across all grade levels, including special education.
Only 5% of the advertised budget is for general support and central administration. Central office administrators represent only 0.8% of total full-time positions.
For more details on FCPS’ advertised budget, view budget documents, including the FY 2025 Budget Book.
Check out the Budget Calendar for important dates in the budget process as well as opportunities for the community to provide feedback.
El Presupuesto Anunciado se Centra en las Escuelas y la InstrucciónInvertir en la excelencia significa invertir nuestros dólares donde más importa - las escuelas y la instrucción. Casi 93% del personal de tiempo completo de FCPS trabaja directamente en nuestras escuelas. Y casi 86% de nuestro Presupuesto Anunciado para el Año Fiscal (AF) 2025 está dedicado a programas de instrucción en todos los niveles de grado, incluyendo educación especial. Sólo 5% del presupuesto anunciado es para apoyo general y para la administración central. Los administrativos de las oficinas centrales solo representan 0.8% del total de posiciones de tiempo completo.Para más detalles sobre el presupuesto anunciado de FCPS, vea los documentos del presupuesto, incluyendo el Libro de Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2025. La división está en medio del proceso anual de presupuesto, que incluye oportunidades para comentarios de la comunidad. Vea el Calendario del Presupuesto para fechas y detalles importantes.
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Register Today for the FCPS Family SummitRegistration is open for the FCPS Family Summit, which will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources, along with a specially curated online component to provide supports for students with disabilities and their families.
Some of the topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families. Read more about Dr. Bussey.
This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1. The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium on Tuesday, June 18.
Full details and the nomination information form are available on the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.
Nominaciones abiertas para el Premio Bussey Memorial Equity Award
El Comité de Supervisión de los Logros de los Estudiantes Minoritarios (MSAOC) patrocina el Premio a la Equidad Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial para honrar el legado del Dr. Bussey, miembro fundador del MSAOC y defensor desde hace mucho tiempo de los estudiantes y las familias. Lea más sobre el Dr. Bussey.
Este premio reconoce al personal o miembros de la comunidad que han demostrado esfuerzos significativos e impactantes para mejorar las experiencias educativas y los resultados de los estudiantes de grupos marginados o desatendidos.
Cualquier empleado de FCPS, estudiante, o miembro de la comunidad puede nominar a un individuo o grupo para el premio. Todos los materiales de nominación deben ser enviados antes del miércoles, 1 de mayo. El ganador será reconocido en el Simposio de Equidad de FCPS el martes, 18 de junio.
Todos los detalles y el formulario de nominación están disponibles en el sitio web del Premio de Equidad conmemorativo al Dr. Lawrence Bussey.
Community Forums on Middle School Start Times
Fairfax County Public Schools is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Please attend the event that works best for your schedule:
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Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School.
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Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
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Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
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Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.
Registration is not required but does help with planning. Click one of the dates above to register. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.
Foros Comunitarios sobre los Horarios de Inicio de las Escuelas IntermediasLas Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax están explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invitan al público a formar parte del proceso. En todos los foros se hará la misma presentación y se ofrecerán las mismas oportunidades para hacer comentarios. Por favor, asista al evento que mejor se adapte a su horario:
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Lunes 29 de abril, de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Glasgow.
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Lunes, 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Whitman.
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Lunes, 20 de mayo, de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Hughes.
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Miércoles, 22 de mayo,de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Frost.
La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero ayuda a planificar. Haga clic en la fecha del acto para inscribirse. Habrá servicio de interpretación y guardería. Más información sobre el proyecto de exploración de los horarios de inicio de la enseñanza media.
Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read
FCPS funds the use of Lexia for all elementary and middle schools 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 a virtual information night on Tuesday, April 9, to learn more about Lexia and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom to support student growth. Participants will also get tips for supporting their students at home. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
- Quarter End
- Month of the Military Child
- National Arab American Heritage Month
- Muslim American Heritage Month
- School Library Month
- Autism Acceptance Month
- Eid al-Fitr
- National Assistant Principals Week
- Literacy Carnival - April 11th
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