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Upcoming Events
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Thursday, September 5- FES PTA night at Bruster's Ice Cream 4:30pm-8:30pm
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Tuesday, September 10- Back to School Night 6:00pm to 7:45pm
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Tuesday, September 17- FES PTA General Membership Meeting 7:30pm in the library
Welcome Ms. Ferguson!
We are thrilled to have Ms. Linda Ferguson join us as our interim Assistant Principal! With her extensive experience in educational leadership, we are confident that she will be a tremendous asset and support to our school community in the coming weeks.
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Bruster's Spirit Night TOMORROW
Our first PTA Spirit Night of the year is happening at Bruster's Ice Cream in Alexandria tomorrow night from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Treat your family to some delicious ice cream while supporting our school—it's a win-win! A portion of the sales will go directly to the Franconia PTA, helping fund our events and programs. So, bring your appetite and your school spirit! We hope to see you there!
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Creativity and cozy spots make for a perfect day! Mrs. Pina's students loving their time on the classroom carpet, where stories and ideas come to life.
Back to School Night is Coming!
We invite you to attend our Back to School Night on Tuesday, September 10th, from 6:00 to 7:45pm. This event is a chance for you to connect with your child’s teachers, explore the curriculum, and understand classroom expectations and procedures.
- Session 1 - 6:00 - 6:40pm
- All Parent Literacy Meeting (Gymnasium) - 6:45 - 7:00pm
- Session 2 - 7:05 - 7:45pm
Please note that childcare will not be provided, so we encourage you to make arrangements to leave your student(s) at home during this event. Parking will be available in the lots in the front and back of the school and on Kathmoor Drive..
Social and Emotional (SEL) Screener
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Franconia students in grades 3-6 will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. Parents/guardians may request that their student not participate in the SEL Screener on an annual basis. They can do this via the Parent Digital Consent System OR by completing the Fairfax County Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Request Form and returning it to the student’s teacher or counselor. For more information about the SEL Screener including information on opting out please see the Parent Notification Letter. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities
FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R.
Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30.
You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R
Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:
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Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School
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Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
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Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary
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Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary
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Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary
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Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle
Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
Sunshine, smiles, and a whole lot of fun! ☀️🌈 A perfect day to capture the joy on the playground!
News from the PTA
General Membership Meeting
Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 7PM
in the Franconia Elementary School Library
Come learn about the Franconia PTA, how the PTA plays a role in lives of the students, teachers and the community. We hope you'll join us to hear about the upcoming events, provide feedback and connect with our parents. School aged childcare will be provided.
School Year 2024-2025 PTA Survey
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We need your input! Please take a moment to complete our brief survey. It's only 5 questions and should take just a few minutes of your time. Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve and better serve our school community.
Take the survey now.
Thank you for your participation!
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and looking for a way to get more involved? The Franconia PTA is in need of a Secretary! This role is vital to keeping our meetings and communications running smoothly. If you're interested in helping us make a difference in our school community, we'd love to have you on board. Reach out to us for more information or to express your interest. Your involvement can make a big impact! If you're interested, please reach out to Brian Smith at President@FranconiaPTA.org.
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Get your Spirit Wear TODAY!
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Show off your school pride with Franconia Spirit Wear! The Spirit Wear shop is open, but only until NOON this Friday! Whether you're looking for a cozy sweatshirt, a fun t-shirt, or something for the little ones, we've got you covered. Make sure to get yours before time runs out! All purchases support our PTA and help make this year special for our students and staff.
Check our Burke's Sporting Goods Franconia PTA Spirit Wear Store here!
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Library Spotlight
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The library relies on parent volunteers to maintain the library!
YOU can help shelve books in the library anytime during the school day on a drop-in or regular basis.
No training is required!
Email the librarian, Debby Vandersande, at mailto:dmvandersand@fcps.edu if you’d like a quick orientation to get started.
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READING CHALLENGES
All students are invited to join the library reading challenges! Students can count any books that they read independently or books that are read to them! This is a great chance to read with your students and establish strong reading habits.
Book Bingo challenges are monthly, and September Book Bingo starts now! This month celebrates Back-to-School, Hispanic Heritage Month, Patriot Day, Labor Day, and more! View the September Book Bingo Board here. The Million Word Challenge lasts all year! Students and parents simply write down the books they read, and Mrs. Vandersande will look up the word count. View the Million Word Challenge papers here.
Teamwork makes the dream work! Friends collaborating and making magic happen together.
Save those Pop Top Tabs
in support of the RMHC
Franconia Elementary School is proud to partner with the Ronald McDonald House Charities program. We are asking that you please keep and save your soda pop tabs or tabs that are usually attached to aluminum cans and bring them into school. There will be a collection bin in the gym where the tabs can be deposited. When the bin is full, Franconia will take it the local RMHC to be donated. More information can be found in the flyer that went home this week's Wednesday folders.
Calendar Reminders
September
- Attendance Awareness Month
The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Visit FCPS’ Attendance web page for tips and strategies.
- National Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.
11 - Sept. 11 Commemoration/Patriot Day
September 11 National Day of Service
With the upcoming 23rd anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.
All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL.
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:
Stay Informed, Be Involved
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