LCES Updates 4/12/24 This Week's Updates

Rainbows

Rainbows!

Pictured above is Fifth grade science learning about wavelengths of light and making a human rainbow. 


autism

Autism Acceptance Month

April is Autism Acceptance Month. This month we celebrate the amazing ways our students learn and grow! One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. We are excited to celebrate our diverse school population here at Lees Corner.  We play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students. Please join us in celebrating Autism Acceptance Week. If you'd like to participate please see this flyer for more details.


April Is Month of the Military Child

We love and celebrate our Lees Corner military families. We'll be celebrating them next week. Did you know that more than 14,000 military-connected youth call FCPS home? Join FCPS in celebrating them during Month of the Military Child. Wednesday, April 17, is Purple Up! Day, when all are encouraged to wear purple in recognition of the strength and sacrifices of military-connected youth. Purple is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military, a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine red, and Navy blue. 


Important Dates

April 17: Purple Up - Military Awareness Day


Family Summit

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 support 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


Band Members Only For Tonight!

Details for Pep Band at the basketball game:

  • Friday, April 12th
  • Chantilly High School
  • Wear school spirit wear or our school colors, blue and white.
  • Remind your children to be on their best behavior as they are representing our school.
  • Arrive by 5:20pm, start pre-game warm up and performance at 5:30pm.
  • Game starts at 6:00pm
  • THIS IS NOT A DROP OFF EVENT: Parents MUST stay to supervise their child.
  • Band will be dismissed at halftime.
  • Baritone and Tuba players must bring their instrument from home to play at the game.

Questions for band parents: Contact Mrs. Hill NPHill@fcps.edu


2023-2024 Spring After School Activities!

Register now for our 2023-2024 Spring After School Activities! Activities start in the week of April 8th, please visit each registration page for details.  Classes have a minimum enrollment to run so sign up now!

 

Monday:

Pottery with Mudskippers Pottery (K-6): 

https://www.6crickets.com/providerDirectory/US/VA/leesburg/Mudskippers-Pottery-cd10c7f376188a4a/sessions/5826b155cb62699b/idw6-hvth-kpdv?refer&provider=2499

Taekwondo with Master Shin (K-6) (PTA Pledge Member Discount): PTA Member:

https://leescornerpta.memberhub.com/store/items/1001423

Non PTA Member:

https://leescornerpta.memberhub.com/store/items/1001420

 

Tuesday:

Shooting Stars Soccer (K-6)

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Wednesday:

Cooking with iCookAfterSchool (K-4) (PTA Pledge Member Discount)

https://www.icookafterschool.com/events/lees-corner-wednesday-4

 

Thursday:

Color Lab with iSteamAfterSchool (K-4) (PTA Pledge Member Discount):

https://www.isteamafterschool.com/event-details/lees-corner-thursday-1

 

Friday:

Running Club with Kids in Motion (K-5) (PTA Pledge Member Discount):

https://www.novakidsinmotion.com/registration/


Book Fair

Mark your calendars! The PTA SPRING Book Fair is coming!

Student Previews (during the school day): Apr. 11-12

Student Purchases (during the school day: Apr. 15-19

Family Night: Apr. 16th, 4:30-6:00 pm

Please see the attached flyer for details.

We NEED volunteers to help make this event a success! Please sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AAFA628A13-48555436-lces

 

You can shop online and sign up for “eWallet” here It is an easy way for students to shop without carrying cash!

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/leescornerelementaryschool1

Questions? Please email Leslie Dunbar, LCES librarian: ladunbar@fcps.edu


yearbook

Last Week to Order Yearbooks

Yearbook Orders are due by Friday, April 19th!

Don’t miss your chance to get the yearbook. Yearbooks are only available for online ordering.

The cost is $15.00. Information on how to order is included in this attached flier.


Newsletter

Weekly Community Resources for Families

Click here to read our latest community newsletter with information on resources to support families.

This edition has information on the following:

  • Family Resource Center April Schedule
  • MathSpace Webinar - SOL Prep English & Spanish
  • FCPS Family Summit
  • Chantilly Regional Library - April Schedule
  • Families Reunite Classes - English & Spanish

Stay Connected to LCES

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Follow us on Twitter @Lees_Corner_ES to see tweets and retweets with information and resources.

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Join the Lees Corner Elementary School group on Facebook. This is a private group available only to LCES families and staff. The group is managed by the PTA but membership and dues are NOT required to join this group.