Mustang Message - August 30, 2024


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We are a community of learners... thriving in a diverse world!

We are a family.

We are capable.

We are caring.

We all belong!

 

Important Dates

Monday, Sept. 2          HOLIDAY:  No School for Labor Day

Thursday, Sept. 5        6:30 p.m.   Back to School Curriculum Information Night

Saturday, Sept. 7         Playground Playdates

Monday, Sept. 16         Early Release Monday, School Ends at 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 3          HOLIDAY:  No School for Rosh Hashanah

Friday, Oct. 4               NO SCHOOL:  Teacher Workday

 

Spirit week

BMP staff and students welcomed our kindergarten children with a Spirit Week highlighting a different color each day.  Next week will be blue on Tuesday, purple on Wednesday, favorite color on Thursday, and BMP Spirit Wear on Friday.  Click to

No School on Monday

There is no school on Monday in honor of Labor Day.  Have a safe and wonderful long weekend!

 

Back to School Curriculum Information Night, Sept. 5

Join us to learn more about what your child will learn this school year and ways that you can help at home!

         - 6:15 p.m., Doors open 

         - 6:30 - 7:10 p.m.    Session 1

         - 7:20 - 8:00 p.m.    Session 2

 

Playground Playdates

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Volunteer Opportunity: BMP Rep for Challenged Materials Review

Did you know that a library or instructional material may be challenged by a parent or guardian or an employee of Fairfax County Public Schools?

Each year, Bren Mar Park is required to put together a list of individuals who are available to serve on a Challenged Materials Review Committee, should there be a need. We need at least two parents or guardians.  The list of potential committee members is maintained at central office and names are randomly chosen to serve if a central departmental committee is required to review a challenged material.

If you are willing to be available for this committee, please email Principal Williams as we prepare the Bren Mar Park representation list for FCPS.

 

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

 

BMP safety signs

Out of courtesy to our community and for the safety of all BMP families, we ask families to support us in being a positive role model and comply with the following laws and procedures:

         - All children who are leaving the grounds in a car should be picked up                 through the Kiss & Ride line; families are asked to not drive to school,               park in the neighborhood, and then walk to pick up their child.  This is               for the safety of the children and to keep the flow of traffic for all                         community members in a congested area.

         - All children arriving at school in a car should be dropped off through the             Kiss & Ride line; families are asked to not stop on Beryl to drop off                     children.  This is for the safety of the children and to keep the flow of                 traffic for all community members in a congested area.

         - Follow all posted signs, including not parking within 15' of the street                   intersections and no U-turns on Beryl Road; this is to ensure that cars               may continue to follow smoothly and as efficiently as possible

         - Pedestrians and bicycle riders are asked to cross at marked                               crosswalks; this allows for pedestrian safety and increased efficiency                 flow off traffic during high-traffic times

         - Please do not park in front of driveways; this is out of courtesy for                     those who live in the community near our school.

 

Student Medical Insurance

Fairfax County Public Schools does not provide medical insurance for accidents that occur at school. Parents may want to consider if purchasing voluntary student insurance is right for their family.

Student accident insurance coverage is available for purchase by parents. If you do not have other insurance, this plan may be a resource to consider. Additionally, if you have other coverage, this plan can help fill gaps caused by deductibles and co-pays. Coverage may be purchased at any time during the school year.

Visit Voluntary Student Insurance | Fairfax County Public Schools (fcps.edu) for more information.

 

BMP Renovation Updates!

The additional modular buildings have been great additions in helping us to prepare for renovations, which is expected to begin in December, 2024. Phase 1 of the renovation involves the new 2-story addition to BMP! 

For more information, visit the Bren Mar Park Elementary School Capital Project website.