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اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے۔
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Important Dates and Events
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April 8, Monday - Individual Spring Picture Day
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April 9, Tuesday - Kindergarten Family Orientation - Adults only
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April 10, Wednesday - Eid al Fitr (End of Ramadan) - Holiday
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April 17, Wednesday - Purple Up! Day
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May 3, Friday - Orthodox Good Friday - Student Holiday
 Dear Stratford Landing Families,
As we know, a solar eclipse is happening this Monday, April 8, 2024. The timing starts around 2:04 pm, peaks about 3:20 pm and ends around 4:32 pm. It’s a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon, and one that requires important safety reminders. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. Please remind your child to be especially vigilant about eye safety during dismissal. If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.
As a school we are prioritizing student safety. Out of an abundance of caution, we will not be viewing the eclipse as a school community. I fully understand this may be disappointing news to hear for many of our students, staff and families.
Please review the following information carefully so you have an understanding about our school operations during the solar eclipse.
- Beginning at 1:45 pm, we will not permit students to be outside for any reason.
- We are encouraging our staff to provide instruction and activities for students related to the solar eclipse. FCPS has provided resources for schools and families here. This link includes a live view of the eclipse. We are encouraging our teachers to view the live stream together as a class.
- Our school dismissal will proceed as usual. We will provide verbal reminders to students not to look directly at the sun and we strongly encourage families to have eclipse safety conversations at home. The NASA website has more information about eye safety. Don’t look at the sun without approved eyewear. Regular sunglasses are not approved eyewear.
If you have questions or would like to speak further about our school operations during the solar eclipse, please reach out to me directly at kmorris@fcps.edu.
Thank you,
Kevin Morris, Principal
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.
April Is Month of the Military Child
The Month of the Military Child is a time to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have more than 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community and recognize their strength and resilience.
To show our support for all our military-connected families, we invite students, families, school employees, and community members to “Purple Up!” for military children. Wear purple on Wednesday, April 17 and on every Friday of April.
Purple symbolizes all branches of the military as a combination of Army green; Marine Corps red; and Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force blue
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For our SLES Military Connected Families
We want to celebrate the month of the military child with them. Please, if you are affiliated to the military take one minute to fill out this form. Thank you!
Online Registration for 2024-2025 School Year (SY)
We are excited to announce that Online Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will open on April 2, 2024. Both new and returning (re-enrolling) families can use our Online Registration (OLR) system to register students entering Kindergarten (00) through 12th grade for the upcoming academic year.
To ensure parents receive this information, please add this link to your school's website: Welcome to Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Online Registration. This will provide families with the information to utilize this convenient registration tool. Parents and guardians can still register students using the electronic bundle or choose to complete paper registration forms if they prefer.
Individual Spring Pictures
Attention, orders must be placed before picture day. Visit strawbridge.net to order online and enter the code FM427189. Only students who have purchased a Spring package prior April 8 will be photographed. See flyers below.
 
Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read
Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. 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.
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.
Schedule for SOL Assessments
PTA News
Teacher Appreciation and Mother's Day
Happy Spring! 🌸 The Little Well is offering *limited* pre-orders for blooming boxes to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and Mother’s Day in May!
Each order will include a sweet bud vase of blooms with a special treat or drink delivered to local homes and schools the week of May 6-11, 2024!
Pre-order her: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7VHol0bkkxUZ3ry-coyo0oo3BJaWh82VGbX7oxDd6-C7B_Q/viewform
Running Is Elementary Update!
Spots for practice filled quickly, but meet-only registration is still open through Friday April 5th. If your child(ren) were unable to snag a spot for practice (or had a conflict preventing them from doing so), they are welcome to register for the meet without practices. We'll help all of our SLES kids make it to the start line for their events!
Grade K-2 Meet: May 6, 2024, 4:30pm, West Potomac High School
Grade 3-6 Meet: May 9, 2024, 4:30pm, West Potomac High School
If interested, please register using our meet-only link: https://forms.gle/r8P2ACbBidGVZ3ht7
Questions can be sent to runningiselementary@gmail.com
Spring Fling
🌸 Spring Fling 🌸 is Thursday, May 2nd 6-8 PM. We need your help to make it a success. So… Drum roll please! ….🥁🥁🥁 Sign up to volunteer! We need baked goods for the Cake Walk and parents to organize themed baskets from each classroom for the raffle fundraiser. Thank you!!
https://bit.ly/4arsH0A
The Dynamic, Diverse Dolphin (D3) Showcase is Back!
We are calling all singers, story-tellers, poets, magicians, comedians, gymnasts, rappers, dancers, athletes, and anyone with a unique talent to join us for this exciting show. Please sign up to "Show us your Act" on Monday, April 8th from 4-6 pm. Your act does not need to be final yet. Rehearsal dates will be announced once auditions are done.
The D3 Showcase will be held in the Stratford Landing gym on Friday, April 19th at 6pm.
Sign up here!
Library Volunteers Needed
We need more people to help out in the beautiful library! You can sign up to help a K or 1st grade class check out books. You can also shelve books (timing is flexible, just let Mrs. Snow know when you will be in). Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/mziCJCY
Family Liaison Resources
by Inge Gatti
As your family liaison, my goal is to keep you informed about the valuable resources, events, and family engagement opportunities available through SLES, FCPS, and the community.
If you have questions about navigating the school, learning about FCPS resources, or getting your student set up for success, I'm glad to be here to help you and your kids. Please email, or call 703-619-3690 to set up an appointment. I am looking forward to meeting you!
Visit the SLES Family Liaison homepage for additional information and resources.
Gentle Used and Clean Pants Donations
SLES families, the Family Resource Center needs pants donations for our students. We have a large amount of donated clothes, including winter coats, but we are almost out of pants - which usually is what students need the most when accidents happen, especially playing outside and getting muddy. Please consider donating gently used and clean pants to our school when putting away clothes that you want to give away. You can drop them off in the red box by the entrance hallway. We appreciate your kindness!
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Register Today for the Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet School Lottery
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts. Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open through Friday, April 12. Learn more about the schools, their programs, and locations.
Register Today for the FCPS Family Summit
Registration 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.
Sherwood Regional Library Classes and Events
Interested in some of the many activities happening at Sherwood Library? Click on this link to register to your favorite picks.
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.
Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps
Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
For 6th Graders - VIP Summer Program
Looking for a fun summer camp for your rising middle schooler? Check out VIP Camp, taking place July 1 through August 1 at five FCPS middle schools, and open to all FCPS middle school students. VIP Camp costs only $100 for the 5-week program!Find out more and register soon: bit.ly/VIPcamp2024
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