Principal Message
Dear Families,
What a wonderful first week it has been! It has been such a joy to welcome back our students and families to another exciting school year. Our teachers have been hard at work, not only establishing routines and building a strong classroom community but also diving right into instruction. This week, I’ve had the pleasure of observing our teachers as they complete beginning-of-year assessments and start using our new basal reader.
As we move forward, please keep an eye on our upcoming events. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher, our assistant principals, or me.
Thank you for your continued support. We’re off to a great start!
Best regards,
Brad Bennink Principal
Queridas familias,
¡Qué maravillosa primera semana ha sido! Ha sido una gran alegría dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes y familias a otro emocionante año escolar. Nuestros maestros han estado trabajando duro, no sólo el establecimiento de rutinas y la construcción de una comunidad de clase fuerte, sino también sumergirse de lleno en la instrucción. Esta semana, he tenido el placer de observar a nuestros maestros, ya que completar las evaluaciones de inicio de año y comenzar a utilizar nuestro nuevo lector basal.
A medida que avanzamos, por favor mantenga un ojo en nuestros próximos eventos. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, no dude en ponerse en contacto con el maestro de su hijo, nuestros subdirectores, o yo.
Gracias por su continuo apoyo. ¡Estamos en un gran comienzo!
Saludos cordiales,
Brad Bennink Director
IMPORTANT INFO
A Message from Our Amazing Mount Vernon High School Athletic Boosters
MVHS Kickoff Tailgate Party
Join us as we celebrate our school and community this coming Thursday, August 29th at 5:00 pm with the MVHS Kickoff Tailgate Party!
What to Expect:
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Food, games, music, and fun before our 1st Varsity Home Football Game against West Potomac High School!
- This event is FREE for all, though donations to benefit MVHS athletics are welcome.
- Opportunities to purchase MVHS Spirit Gear and Home Game Passes will be available.
We Look Forward to Seeing You There!
Event Details:
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Date: Thursday, August 29th
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Time: 5:00 pm - Start of the Game (~7:00 pm)
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Location: Driver's Ed Parking Lot, outside of MVHS Stadium
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Who’s Invited: EVERYONE!
Show Your School Spirit:
Wear your WHITE OUT or MVHS gear to the tailgate to celebrate our team and share Majors School Spirit!
For MVHS Sports and Boosters Clubs:
- Please bring a tent and/or table to share your information with the community.
- Bring a yard game (or two) and, of course, come join in on the fun!
- Students needing service hours can reach out to Emily Lussier at ermcc9@hotmail.com for volunteering opportunities
Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE
Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.
Update Contact Information
Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from our school and FCPS by adding your cell phone number and email to SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon.
Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to our front office
Complete Permission Forms
Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. You can easily opt your child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. You may also change how your student’s information is managed.
Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.
Submit Absences
Parents/caregivers can submit up to two full-day absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Absences longer than two days, partial day absences, and changes of transportation should still be reported to our front office.
Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact our front office for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
✨ Our Commitment to Excellence, Equity, and Opportunity for Each and Every Student
As we begin a new school year, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid reminds us of the goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which guides us in delivering excellence, equity, and opportunity for each and every one of our students. Watch Dr. Reid’s message.
Transportation Patience and Safety
Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses.
If your student’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at 703-619-2500 with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.
Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.
QUICK LINKS
Health and Safety Guidance Webpage
Visit Washington Mills Website
Positivity Project
Report Absences
Student Links
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