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 We're Painting the Towne Red!
And GREEN! And BLUE! Come check out the other colors in the pods and Lion-themed street signs in our "mane" hallways when you come visit for Open House! Huge thanks to ESOL teacher Julie Kimble for making her colorful idea a reality by assembling a team of volunteers and ordering needed supplies!
🦁 Greetings, Lion Families!
We hope you are savoring these last moments of summer and are excited to get the new school year started!
We are looking forward to welcoming all staff back on Monday, August 12th. Many have been in the building this week setting up classrooms, joining in professional learning, and “Painting the Towne!” When you join us for Open House on Friday, August 16th, you are in for quite a treat as our staff has transformed the building into a true Towne. As you travel down “Mane Street” or visit “Pride Place,“ notice all the bright and inviting colorful additions.
At Open House, families will get to visit your child’s new teacher’s classroom, drop off supplies and share some student and family information with this year’s teacher.
🕰️ Open House Schedule, Friday August 16th
9:00-10:00 Pre-K and Kindergarten
10:00-10:30 Kindergarten Playdate on the Playground
10:30-11:30 Grades 1-6, Last names A-M
11:30-12:30 Grades 1-6, Last names N-Z
📨 Teacher Assignments, Wednesday August 14th
We are planning on sending teacher assignments out through email by Wednesday, August 14th. Additionally, families can expect classroom teachers to be reaching out via Talking Points around this time to personally invite them to Open House being held on August 16th. Information regarding bus routes, stops, pick up and drop off times will be communicated directly to families from the transportation office.
Looking forward to seeing you on Friday!!
Shele Banford, principal
Lucy Zamora and Jordan Moore, assistant principals
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Events Around the Towne |
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Wed, August 14: Teacher Assignments Sent
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Fri, August 16: Open House
- 9:00 a.m. - Pre-K AND Kindergarten
- 10:00 a.m. - Kindergarten Playdate on Playground
- 10:30 a.m. - Gr. 1-6, Last Names A-M
- 11:30 a.m. - Gr. 1-6, Last Names N-Z
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Mon, August 19: First Day of School
- 8:05 a.m. - Welcome Back Lions!
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Wed, August 28: Back to School Night
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Fri, August 30: Labor Day Holiday
- No School for Staff/Students
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Mon, September 2: Labor Day Holiday
- No School for Staff/Students
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First Day of School: August 19 |
While summer seems to have sped by, it also seems like it's been so long since the halls of the Towne were filled with the energy, enthusiasm, and joy of our Lions! We look forward to their return on Monday, August 19! See the complete school year calendar.
FCPS parents, students, and staff members are invited to share their favorite pictures or videos from the first day of school on social media using the hashtag #FirstDayFairfax. We will share some of the photos on FCPS Facebook and Instagram.
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Transportation Information |
As we begin to prepare for the upcoming school year, it’s time to think about how students will be transported to and from school.
Buses
Bus routes will be available for families in the Open House Packet. If you have concerns about your child's school bus transportation, speak to the transportation supervisor responsible for London Towne (Area 3 Office - 703-249-7000) or call the Office of Transportation Services at 703-446-2000.
Stay up-to-date on school bus arrivals with FCPS' bus delay notification system. This system provides parents with timely notification of late bus route information. Parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the FCPS Mobile App to receive the delayed bus report. Morning route information will be available until noon. Afternoon bus route information will be available from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Kindergarten students who ride the bus in the afternoon are to be met at the bus door and asked for by name by a parent, parent designee, guardian, or a responsible middle school age or higher sibling. Children will be returned to school if the driver has concerns for their safety.
Walkers
Walkers are encouraged to follow pedestrian safety expectations. Walk directly to and from school and stay on the route planned for you by your parents. Encourage students to walk in groups or pairs if parents can't accompany them. Use sidewalks whenever possible. Before crossing, look left, right, and left again for any approaching vehicles. Cross the street at marked crosswalks and intersections whenever possible. Never talk to strangers or accept rides from people you do not know. Obey instructions of police officers, crossing guards, and safety patrols.
Kiss and Ride
The Kiss & Ride is a designated area (identified by signs) for parents picking up or unloading their children by private vehicle. The area is separate from the bus loading/unloading location so there is no conflict with the two operations. At London Towne, this is in the side parking lot. If you would like a Kiss & Ride number, please see the table near the lobby during Open House to sign the contract and get your number.
For the Kiss & Ride to function properly, several procedures must be followed.
To keep children safe:
- Children load and unload from the passenger side of the car only, so they will not have to cross the driveway in front of traffic.
- Drivers remain in the car. Safety patrols and staff will assist with the car door.
- Cars stay in a single file line as they move to and from the Kiss & Ride.
To keep the line moving:
- Cars are to make a right turn only into the parking lot.
- Cars are to make a right turn only out of the parking lot
- Families keep their good-byes brief so that we can keep the line moving
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2024-25 Early Release Mondays Survey |
The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development. Students will be dismissed 3 hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route. However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families. To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it.
The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:
- September 23
- October 28
- November 25
- February 24
- March 17
- April 28
- May 19
To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form for each of your children who are enrolled at London Towne Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.
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Fairfax County Health Department Immunization Clinics |
Fairfax County Health Department is offering Immunization Clinics in August to make sure our students are up-to-date and ready for school!
Please call 703-246-7100 to make an appointment. More details about dates and times are available when you call or on the flyers below.
 
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2024-25 School Supply Lists
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The stores are always ready for the upcoming season....are you? Check out our Grade Level School Supply Lists on our school website to help with your shopping lists!
Students may drop off supplies in their classrooms when they visit on our August 16th Open House.
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Apply Now for our PreK Program |
FCPS PreK programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors ages 3 and 4 years by September 30 who live in Fairfax County.
Applications are accepted online, by email, or by mail or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you a have question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
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