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 Big Bears to the rescue! Our 4th-6th graders lent a helping paw to their younger classmates at the Book Fair, making sure everyone finds their perfect adventure.
Important Dates
May 2: SCA Spirit Day
May 3: Teacher Work Day - Student Holiday
May 6-May 10: Staff Appreciation Week
May 17: Parent Input Form Due
May 27: Memorial Day - No School
Olde Creek News
 Book Trailer magic! These 6th graders are showing off their creativity in the library creating Book Trailers. Can't wait to see their final product!
Admin Avenue
Dear Olde Creek Elementary Families,
This week at Olde Creek has been a lively one, filled with opportunities for learning, appreciation, and environmental awareness!
Book Fair Bonanza! We hope everyone has had a chance to visit the amazing Book Fair in our library this week. It was a fantastic opportunity to explore new worlds and ignite a love of reading in our young learners. Thank you to Ms. Sweda for all your work to ensure a smooth and engaging Book Fair!
Administrative Professionals Week! This week also marks Administrative Professionals Week, and we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible office staff: Mrs. McCulloch, Mrs. Armstrong, Mr. Santos & Mrs. Alverson! Their dedication, organization, and friendly smiles keep our school running smoothly every day. We appreciate all you do!
Growing Green for Earth Week! Our classrooms have been buzzing with excitement all week as we celebrate Earth Week! Students have been learning about the importance of environmental responsibility. We are so proud to see their enthusiasm for protecting our planet. Stay tuned for more details and photos of Earth Week activities in the upcoming newsletter.
Congratulations, Ms. O'Connor! Huge congratulations to Ms. Erin O'Connor, kindergarten teacher, on becoming a National Board Certified Teacher! This is an incredible achievement that reflects your dedication to your students and the teaching profession. Your hard work and commitment will have a lasting impact on countless young minds. We're all so proud of you!
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Looking forward to another fantastic week!
Sincerely,
Courtney, Alison & Stephanie
 What a great week to celebrate our amazing office staff! Our school couldn't function without these amazing people.
It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
Attending kindergarten provides children with an opportunity to learn and practice the essential social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. Eligible children can also be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps us plan so that we have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school.
Prepare for registration by gathering documents and completing forms. We are happy to support families with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For more information in other languages, visit FCPS’ Kindergarten Registration webpage.
SOL Schedule & Reminders
Mark your calendars! Standardized testing for grades 3-6 will begin the week of May 7th.
To ensure our students perform their best, we encourage families to support them in the following ways:
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Prioritize a good night's sleep leading up to the test dates.
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Fuel up for success! A healthy breakfast on test days will help students focus.
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Arrive on time! All SOLs will begin promptly at 9AM.
Together, we can help our students achieve their best!
Talent Show!
Hi Olde Creek families! It is almost time for our annual Talent Show! If you completed an interest form for your child, you should have received an email with detailed information about Talent Show auditions. If you did not receive an email, please contact Julia Eneboe at jeeneboe@fcps.edu or Caitlyn Spinnler at cspinnler@fcps.edu.
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Candy Grams Extended Through April 30
 Please click HERE to access order form.
SCA Spirit Day May 2
Staff Appreciation Week is coming!
Looking ahead, Staff Appreciation Week is set for May 6th-May 10th. Our fantastic PTA is working on behind the scenes to make sure it is the most enjoyable week for our staff.
Please take a look at the PTA Event Page to see how you can help support make the week great!
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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
Cafeteria Volunteers Needed
Make lunchtime a breeze for our busy students! We're looking for friendly faces to join our cafeteria volunteer crew to help keep lunchtime going smoothly and orderly.
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!
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OCES End of Year Events
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit our website for attendance resources.
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.
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Multilingual Phone Lines
☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages: Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Relay for Life for FCPS
For more information please visit RelayforLife.org/FCPS
Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students.
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National Arab American Heritage Month
FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Muslim American Heritage Month
Muslim American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, culture, and an enhanced understanding of the diverse population of Muslim Americans. View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Muslim American Heritage Month.
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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:
- 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!
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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!
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