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Dear Beech Tree Families,
What a fantastic week it has been! I want to express my gratitude for your participation in the Beech Tree Staff Appreciation celebration week. The Chalk the Walk, beautiful flowers, students wearing red to show staff just how much they are loved and appreciated, uplifting signs, potluck lunch, delicious dessert bar, and other thoughtful gestures brought immense joy to our staff members. It conveyed how much they are valued and appreciated!
Additionally, on Wednesday, April 24th, we had the pleasure of hosting the winners of the Fun Fair Administrative Raffles. Zachary Scherer and Anthony Zoutis won the honor of being Principal and Assistant Principal for the day. They shadowed us by attending meetings, participating in fire drills, visiting classrooms, monitoring the cafeteria, addressing student concerns and many additional duties. They gained valuable insight into our roles as leaders. They did such a great job that Ms. Louder and I may call them in to sub for us in the near future!
As we move into the month of May, students in grades 3-5 will take the Virginia Standards of Learning assessments. Please carefully review the SOL Testing Schedule. We ask that parents avoid absences and tardies on these days. Partner with us in helping set your student up for success by adhering to an early bedtime the night before the test and eating a protein filled breakfast. Encourage your child to take their time and to do their best. We know that they are going to rock the tests!
Due to the varied schedule during SOL testing, there will not be any Beech Days lunch visitation available in May. However, we will reestablish Beech Days in June to end the year together.
Your ongoing support and partnership are deeply appreciated.
With gratitude,
Principal Clarke
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- Saturday, April 28th Last Day to Place Yearbook Orders-Online Only
- Tuesday, April 30th PTA-Chipotle Restaurant Fundraiser 5:00pm-9:00pm
- Thursday, May 2nd PTA meeting-Beech Tree Cafeteria 6:30pm
- Friday, May 3rd Teacher Workday-No School
- Wednesday, May 8th Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day
- Friday, May 17th PTA Spring Fling 6:30pm
- Monday, May 26th Memorial Day-No School
See the complete school year calendar.
*To ensure the safety and well-being of our students, we kindly request that parents or guardians accompany their children to school events*
Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day May 8th
May 8th is this year's official date for National Bike & Roll to School Day! Strap on that helmet and lace up your shoes, this is a day to celebrate being active and showing your school spirit.
Mrs. Clarke and Mrs. Louder will be welcoming students at Door 1!
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 All orders will include free shipping for the next two weeks. After the free shipping period ends, order forms will be sent home to allow for cash or check orders. Any order placed with an order form will receive the cherry blossom background.
Please remember, the online code is the Student ID Number.
Parent questions/concerns regarding portraits can be directed to underclass@vosphoto.com
🙋 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.
Class Placement Input
As the 2023-2024 school year is coming to a close, the Beech Tree staff is starting to prepare for the 2024-2025 school year. Class placement is one of the most important tasks that our staff engage in during the last weeks of school. In this process, we consider many things, such as heterogeneous groupings, balancing academic abilities, and maximizing the support our resource teachers can provide students.
If you feel that there is pertinent information to support your child’s success, please complete this optional Class Placement Input Form by Friday, May 17th. Please note that this system is not intended for families to request specific teachers. Your child’s current classroom teacher, specialists, counselors, and administrators will collaborate to make well-balanced classes. We value and consider your insight into your child’s learning needs.
☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight
LanguagesParents/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.
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
Beech Tree Yearbook Deadline Purchases April 28th
We kindly remind you to place your yearbook order by April 28th, as this will be the final opportunity. Please note that additional copies will not be available after the deadline. Yearbooks are only available for online purchases.
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The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Beech Tree Elementary School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
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 Justice HS is hosting a FREE Theatre Pyramid Workshop on Saturday, May 4th from 10am-12:30pm. Students will learn about costumes, lighting & sound, improv, props and more! Students attending Pyramid Day can also see the 2pm matinee or the 7pm evening performance of "The Internet is Distract-....Oh Look, A Kitten!" on May 4th for just $5.
Use the QR code on the flyer or click here to register:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/70A0A45A9A62AA2FE3-49215819-pyramid
Dear Beech Tree Families,
We hope you're all doing well and enjoying the spring season! Here are some important updates and events coming up:
Staff Appreciation Week Thank You: A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to Staff Appreciation Week! Your support and generosity made it a memorable celebration for our amazing Beech Tree staff.
Chipotle Restaurant Fundraiser: Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 30, from 5 - 9 pm! Join us at Chipotle for a delicious meal and support our school. (Flyer attached below for more details.)
PTA Meeting: Our next PTA meeting will be held in the cafeteria on Thursday, May 2, at 6:30 pm. Childcare will be provided, so please come and join us to stay informed and get involved!
Join Our PTA Board: We have board member positions available and would love for you to join us! Learn more about these roles at our upcoming PTA meeting. If you have any questions, email us at PTABeechTree@gmail.com. Your voice matters, and we value your involvement in our PTA community.
Spring Fling Dance: Save the date for our annual Spring Fling dance on Friday, May 17, from 6:30 - 8 pm. More details will be coming soon, so keep an eye out for updates!
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in Beech Tree Elementary School. We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events!
Hours: 9:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (doors open at 9:05 a.m. for arrival)
Attendance Line: 703-531-2626
Attendance Email: BeechTreeElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
School Registrar: Sandra Merino (703) 531-2620
Parent Liaison: Mariangeles Quinto (703) 531-2692
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