 Belvedere teachers are dedicated to continuous professional growth to provide the highest level of instruction for our students. This week, 14 of our staff members attended the Washington International School Summer Institute for Teachers (WISSIT).
First Day of School
Monday, August 19, is the first day of school. 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.
We’re Eager to Welcome You Back-to School!
As summer winds down, our school and staff are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Before the first day of school, make sure you have completed the following:
Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE
Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Parents/caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. Contact the school registrar [add contact info] if you need a code.
Once you have activated a SIS ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same SIS ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices.
Need help creating an account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
Update Your Contact Information
To be sure you receive important information from your schools, update your phone numbers and/or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.
Update Immunizations and Records
Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. Please log in to SIS ParentVUE to see what immunizations your child has recorded.
Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services.
Remember to request your child’s immunization record and bring that to the school’s front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.
Prepare for Meals at School
Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.
The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today.
MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account.
Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced Meals
The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
Open House - Thursday, August 15th
Belvedere is hosting an Open House for students in 1st-5th Grade on Thursday, August 15th from 2:00-4:00 pm. We have have a variety of resources available in the cafeteria and your child will be able to visit their classroom and meet their teacher! We can't wait to see you!
Check out the flyers and more details on our school website!
Playdate for Incoming Kindergarteners!
Wednesday, August 14th from 4:30-5:30 pm
Incoming Kindergarten families, join us for a fun playdate on Wednesday, August 14th from 4:30-5:30 PM! Let your child burn off energy and meet new friends while enjoying sidewalk chalk and other activities. This is a great opportunity for families to connect before the school year starts. Adults must stay and supervise their child. We can't wait to see you there! Thanks to the PTA for planning and organizing this event!
Playdate for 3rd Graders!
Friday, August 16th from 4:30-5:30 pm
Get ready to kick off the school year with a fun playdate for our rising 3rd graders! Join us on Friday, August 16th from 4:30-5:30 PM on the playground for a chance to connect with classmates and families. This is a great opportunity for our new Advanced Academic Program students to meet their peers as well. Adults must stay and supervise their child. We can't wait to see you there! Thanks to the PTA for planning and organizing this event!
Family Responses Needed! Early Release Mondays
This is an important reminder regarding the Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools. These early releases are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development. Students will be dismissed 3 hours early on seven occasions throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.
However, we understand that Early Release Mondays may create childcare challenges for many of our families. To address these concerns, we are offering student supervision for those who need it.
The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:
- September 16
- October 21
- November 18
- February 10
- March 10
- April 21
- May 12
To help us effectively plan for our school’s childcare needs on these dates, we need all families to complete this form: Childcare Needs Form by Monday, August 19th. The form covers the first two Early Release Mondays, scheduled for September 16, 2024, and October 21, 2024. If you have multiple children enrolled at Belvedere Elementary, please submit a separate form for each child. Staff will confirm the after-school supervision plan for each student.
Your timely response is crucial in ensuring that we can accommodate the needs of all our students.
Important Back to School Forms!
The new Parent Digital Consent site is live!
Student consent forms previously available on ParentVue have been moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.
Forms available include:
- School Counseling Opt-out
- Digital Resources Consent
- SEL Screener Opt-Out
- Family Life Education Opt-out
- SOL Retest Permission
- Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
- Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
Medication Drop Off
Please bring your child's medication to drop off at the school health room during Open House.
Popsicles on the Playground
Beat the summer heat and celebrate the end of our first school week! Join the PTA for Popsicles on the Playground on Friday, August 23rd, right after school dismissal. Let's cool down and connect with our school community. Adults must accompany and supervise their child. See you there!
School Supplies
View the list of recommended school supplies for each grade level on our website.
🔖 Bookmark the School Year Calendar
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:
- Days marked with a blue “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
- Days marked with an orange “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days.
Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.
Here Comes the Bus Mobile App
Know when your bus is approaching your stop. You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and an active Student Information System (SIS) ParentVue Account.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM)
Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.
Resources for Newly Registered 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:
There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!
Register Your Children Online
Online registration is available for new and returning (re-enrolling) FCPS families! Apply today to help us plan for the 2024-25 school year.
Free Workshops for Families
Parents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).
In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.
📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Food and Nutrition Services Career Opportunities
FCPS Food and Nutrition Services is hiring. Please learn more about opportunities by clicking here.
PTA News
Become a Member of the PTA and/or Support Belvedere with a donation
Our PTA supports Belvedere in myriad ways: organizing school events, enrichment and outreach activities; providing funding for field trips, library books, and technology in the classroom; and building a school community outside the classroom through events like movie night, teacher appreciation, international night, read-a-thon, and more.
To purchase a membership or make a direct donation, please go to https://www.belvederepta.org/membership and choose your membership type (Staff $5 or Parent $10) and/or select Direct Donation to make a one-time or recurring donation. Thank you again for supporting the Belvedere PTA!
The first PTA meeting of the 2024-2025 school year will be on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:30 pm. All subsequent PTA meetings will take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm. We can't wait to see you at our meetings and at school!
Visit belvederepta.org for more information about our PTA or to make a donation.
Questions or concerns? Email bespta.va@gmail.com.
Upcoming Dates
- Thursday, August 15 from 2-4 pm - Open House (1st-5th Grade)
- Monday, August 19 - First Day of School (Kinder-5th)
- Friday, August 23 - Popsicles on the Playground after dismissal.
- Friday, August 30 - NO SCHOOL (Labor Day Holiday)
- Monday, September 2 - NO SCHOOL (Labor Day Holiday)
- Wednesday, September 4 - PTA Meeting 6:30 pm
- Thursday, September 19 - Back to School Night 5:30 - 7 pm
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