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Dear Franklin Sherman Families,
As we enter the final 8 days of the school year, our hearts are full of gratitude and pride for the incredible journey we've shared. The past few months have been filled with learning, growth, and wonderful memories, and we have a few more exciting events to look forward to before we bid farewell for the summer. I am so thankful to be a part of this Franklin Sherman family.
Celebrations and Highlights
Last week, our students showed exceptional enthusiasm and participation in various school activities. We had the band, strings, and chorus spring concert at McLean HS. It was such a magical night filled with so much talent. We have also had grade level parties last week and some that continue into this week. We had a fantastic field day. Thank you Coach Nielsen!!! Thank you also to the parents who volunteered to help. We had exceptional weather and everyone had a great time. It was also so wonderful to be a part of the Franklin Sherman family picnic tradition. Seeing all of the families gather to celebrate with their children was truly remarkable. This building is really such a gem and special place!
Upcoming Events
Here are the key events coming up in our school calendar:
- Friday Fun Day with Kona Ice: On Friday, June 7th, from 3:50 to 4:40 pm, treat your family to some refreshing Kona Ice as we celebrate the end of another fantastic week. It's a perfect way to unwind and enjoy some sweet treats together.
- Last Day of School: Wednesday, June 12th, will be our last day of school, with a 2-hour early release. This day is always bittersweet as we say goodbye for the summer, but we are excited for the adventures and relaxation that await our students.
Thank you for all that you do to make this building such a wonderful place.
Farris Thomas
Principal
Franklin Sherman ES
June Caribbean American Heritage Month
June LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
June 3-4 EoY Book Swap
June 3-4 Lost and Found Clear Out
June 7 PTA Friday Fun Day
June 11 6th Grade Promotion
June 11 EoY Dance Party
June 12 Last Day of School 2 Hour Early Dismissal
August 19 First Day of School for SY 2024-25
School Calendar: 2023-24
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There’s some exciting news regarding the choir program and annual musical at Franklin Sherman Elementary School.
In an effort to make our music programming sustainable and an integrated part of the school day for 5th and 6th graders, there will be some anticipated changes. The most significant change is that the musical will now be incorporated into the choir curriculum for 5th and 6th graders, unlike previous years when the musical was exclusively for 6th graders. This also means 6th graders are not required to participate in the musical unless they join choir.
Choir will continue to prepare and perform the Veteran’s Day Patriotic Sing-Along, Holiday Sing-Along, McLean Pyramid Concert, and Spring Concert in addition to performing the musical. We believe that these changes will enhance the experience for our students and create a more cohesive arts program at Franklin Sherman.
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Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!
Monday and Tuesday June 3 & 4 the Lost and Found is OPEN and will be in the school main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.
Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.
All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church, Share Clothing Room after June 4.
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As the end of the school year is approaching and you start cleaning up, put aside any gently used books that you do not need anymore. If they still have a lot of life in them, they will make their next owner happy! So don’t keep them around! Bring them to our End of the Year Book Swap!
On Monday and Tuesday June 3rd and 4th, bring any books you wish to swap in the library. There, from the book swap table, you will exchange them with the same number of books that you brought. If you do not have any books to swap at the moment, don’t let that stop you. Come by the library and get a book! We have a lot of books for your summer reading!!
It is fun! You can replenish your bookshelf without spending money!
Come one, come many! And bring your used and unused books for swapping!
For more information, contact our librarian Rosalie Essimi, rmessimimen@fcps.edu
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Summer enrichment opportunities can provide students access to review and support meaningful learning experiences aligned to course objectives. Required summer assignments are not allowed as they can pose barriers for students who are unable to complete them and create the perception that the rigor of a course is only accessible for those with conditions that support structured learning over the summer.
The purpose of optional summer enrichment might be to:
- Activate students’ background knowledge and skills;
- Provide opportunity to review introductory topics/prerequisites for the course; or
- Create or enhance enthusiasm and interest in a subject or to serve as a springboard for future learning.
Summer enrichment activities should not be given to learn new material or fill large gaps as a result of the pandemic. Whenever possible, it is recommended to provide students with voice and choice in their learning. Linked below are options that can be shared with students and families.
Summer Learning Options Mathematics ES
Summer Learning Options Mathematics SS
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It is especially important that we register our new Kindergarten Pandas for next school year. Please pass the news on to friends and neighbors who have a Kindergarten aged child who should register for the 2024-25 school year.
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.
Please find more information and New Student Registration for all grades at the Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Online Registration Website.
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In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Website and Updates Coming Soon!
- Shift Gears Into a New Career at the FCPS Bus Driver Job Fair
- Family Life Education Materials Available for Review
- Share Graduation or Promotion Ceremony Photos!
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today
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.
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End-of-Year Dance Party!
June 11, 6 - 8 pm
Order pizza by noon, Monday, 6/10!
Dust off your dancing shoes and kick up your heels as we celebrate the end of a fantastic school year! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs; order Listrani's pizza or bring your own dinner; and enjoy a picnic with family and Franklin Sherman friends on the lawn. We'll have a DJ to get the party started and a photo booth to commemorate the occasion. But we need your assistance to pull this off! Please sign up to help with set-up or clean up, distribute pizza, or assist with the photo booth. We can't wait to see you there!
Registration is Open for Summer Athletic Camps at Langley HS
Langley High is hosting several athletic camps this summer, including Football, Girls' Lacrosse, Softball, Girls' Basketball, Boys' Basketball, and Volleyball (wait list). See the links below for more information and to register!
All camps but boys' basketball;
https://www.langleyboosters.org/product-category/camps/
Boys' basketball:
https://langleyathletics.org/page/3175
If you have questions, please contact Geoff Noto, Director of Student Activities, Langley High School, 703-287-2750, @langleysports, gjnoto@fcps.edu.
Annual PTA membership costs $20 per family and is due EACH school year. Join here!
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Longfellow MS Jump Start Registration Now Open!
Jump Start registration is now open on myschoolbucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5-6 or session 2 – August 7-8.
Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at lkgangwanico@fcps.edu.
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FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.
FCPS Cares Program
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