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Dear GFES Families,
In honor of National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month, we invite all community members to create a short video that answers the question, "How does language connect us?" For more information regarding this month, visit https://ncela.ed.gov/blog/2022-04-01-industry-news-april-is-national-bilingualmultilingual-learner-advocacy-month
How to record a video
- Click on the link
- Use Join with your guest password
- Enter Greatfalls2024
- Click Go
- Click Record
**If you are using your phone, feel free to download the app, record your video, and then delete the app or use a computer to record your video.
Upcoming Dates
May 6 - 10 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 7 - 5th grade Math SOL
May 8 - 6th grade Panoramic Photo
May 14 - 6th grade Math SOL
May 16 - 3rd, 4th Math SOL and 5th grade Science SOL
May 17 - SCA Spirit Day
May 27 - No School: Memorial Day
May 28 - Great Falls Public Library - Librarian Visit
May 30 - Strings & Chorus Concert, 6:15 pm
May 31 - Field Day
June 4 - Band Concert, 7:00 pm
June 11 - Roadrunner Recognition Ceremony
June 12 - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony
June 12 - Last Day of School, dismissal at 1:35 pm
Click here to read GFES PTA newsletter updates.
Click here to view the 2023-2024 school year calendar.
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Great Falls ES Attendance Update
For the week ending on May 3, 2024, our overall Chronic Absenteeism rate is 8.9% which is a DECREASE from our 20.4% rate on May 3rd of last year. We sincerely appreciate all you're doing to support our ability to keep this rate down.
Please don't hesitate to check ParentVue or call the school should you be interested in knowing your child's absentee data as we end the school year strong!
Sister School Book Drive – Thank You!
THANK YOU very much for your generous donations to the 2024 Sister School Book Drive! Thanks to your contributions, we were able to donate several hundred books to the students and families at Glen Forest Elementary. The recipients were thrilled and grateful to receive the books. Thank you for your generous support!
Congrats Japan Bowl Participants!
GFES teams took top honors in level 1 and level 2 of the Japan Bowl this year! The GFES Ninja Cats and Flying Tacos placed first with the GFES Doggos placing third in level 2. Top individual honors also went to GFES students, with roadrunners placing 1st and 6th overall for level one as well as taking 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 6th place overall in level 2! Our JIP students competed virtually with students from around the country who are also studying Japanese culture and language. We are so proud of our students and their hard work!
 Sixth grade All County Chorus members pose after an amazing performace. Way to go!
Great Falls Library Visitor
Jennifer Schrott-Crisman, the public librarian at Great Falls public library will be visiting our school on Tuesday, May 28th 2024 to introduce our students to their fun-filled Summer Reading Program.
Jennifer will share information about the program's theme, exciting activities, and how students can participate. This is a great opportunity for our students to learn about the library's resources and discover the joy of reading throughout the summer break.
SCA Spirit Day
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Magical Music of Disney
The Langley High School Chorus proudly presents "The Magical Music of Disney" – a spectacular showcase of your favorite Disney tunes, brought to life by our talented chorus members on May 15th and 16th at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available for purchase at langleychorus.thundertix.com. General admission is $10 for adults and just $5 for students. Additionally, FCPS Faculty/Staff members are entitled to two complimentary tickets each. Students adorned in Disney costumes will receive FREE admission to this unforgettable event! Can't plan ahead? Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door. Get ready to sing, dance, and relive the magic of Disney with the Langley High School Chorus!
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Dear GFES 3rd-6th grade families,
I am reaching out with an exciting opportunity for students interested in singing and choir!
The South Loudoun Youth Chorale is offering their first ever elementary school choir camp for rising 4th-6th grade students and it will be taught by yours truly, Mrs. Forrest! Camp will take place July 15-19 at Willard Middle School (40915 Braddock Rd, Aldie, VA 20105) from 12pm-4pm each day. SLYC also offers a camp for rising 7-12th grade students.
This camp will take place July 22-26 from 10am-4pm each day with other fantastic teachers. Watch a promo video with information about camp on our website: https://www.slychorale.org/ and register here https://www.slychorale.org/slyc-summer-camp. If you have any additional questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Lisa Newton, executive director: Lisa.Newton@slychorale.org.
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