A Message From The Principal, Dr. Jemison
What an amazing kickoff these past two weeks have been for our staff and families! Our team is brimming with enthusiasm and ready to teach the incredible students of Fort Belvoir Primary. Last week, we engaged in several team-building activities that not only strengthened our bond as a staff but also prepared us to welcome our students with open arms. These activities set the tone for an extraordinary year ahead.
One of the highlights of our kickoff was a special moment that showcased the unique setting of our school. We took our staff picture in front of a gold-top helicopter, a symbol of military excellence and service. These helicopters have been used by several of our nation’s military dignitaries, and it was an honor to incorporate this piece of history into our celebration. Standing in front of such a powerful symbol was a reminder of the significant role our school plays within the Fort Belvoir community.
On this day, Fort Belvoir truly rolled out the red carpet for our teachers, creating an experience like no other. It’s a privilege to be part of the only FCPS school located on a military base, where we have the distinct pleasure of teaching the children of those who serve our country. We are excited for the year ahead and look forward to continuing our mission of providing an exceptional education to our nation’s greatest students.
 
Together we are and will continue to be Fort Belvoir strong!
Dr. LaZedrick (Zed) Jemison, Principal
Spirit Day Kickoff!
 We are thrilled to kick off our first Spirit Day of the school year on Friday, September 6th! To celebrate the start of the NFL season, we invite all students to show their team spirit by wearing their favorite NFL team apparel or school shirt.
Let’s come together in school pride and NFL excitement—whether you're cheering for your hometown heroes or supporting a team from afar, it’s time to gear up and represent!
Principal Talks at Starbucks
Fort Belvoir Primary
We are thrilled to invite you to join us for conversations with our proud principal, Dr. Jemison, at Starbucks! As a valued partner of Fort Belvoir, the Starbucks located at the Exchange has generously agreed to accommodate our school community. Each month, Dr. Jemison, along with our Fort Belvoir Elementary Family Ambassadors, will host an informal gathering where friends and families can come together to hear about the wonderful things happening at our school.
Our goal is to strengthen and maintain a positive relationship with the Fort Belvoir community. We encourage everyone to join us over a cup of coffee or tea as we share ideas, experiences, and ways to ensure our children remain Fort Belvoir strong while standing in excellence!
We look forward to learning from each other and continuing to build a bright future for our students. Please look for our first social to take place next month.
Amazon Military and Operation Homefront
A big thank you to Amazon Military and Operation Homefront for their generous donations of school supplies! Your support means so much to our students and staff, and it will make a real difference in ensuring that our children have what they need to succeed. Our team is extremely appreciative of the items, which will help create a positive and well-prepared start to the school year for our students.
We were thrilled to have our PTO President, Family Ambassadors, Family Liaison, and both Fort Belvoir Elementary School(s) principals present to accept the donations on behalf of both school communities. These contributions highlight the importance of community partnerships in supporting our military-connected families, and we are grateful for the continued collaboration and commitment to our students’ success.
For more information, families are encourage to visit www.amazon.com or www.operationhomefront.com
Happy First Day of School!
The You-Seum at Fort Belvoir Primary!
The You-Seum is looking for curators to create an exhibit of their collections. The exhibit will be in the display case by the cafeteria and will be up for two weeks. Families can sign up using this sign up genius:http://bit.ly/3AADlW8 .
Want more information? Look for a flyer in your student’s home folder or email Jennifer Kalletta (jakalletta@fcps.edu).
Lunch Applications
Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast will be $1.75. Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60. Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com. You can also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager at Open House. During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.
Free and Reduced-Price Status
Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September. A new application must be filled out each new school year and forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm. Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 781-2700 if you need help. This must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.
Visit the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage linked HERE to apply now!
New Benchmark Curriculum
As part of the FCPS Equitable Access to Literacy plan, FCPS is changing the way we teach reading to our K-6 students! Starting this school year, we will have a new curriculum for Language Arts which will help our students become better readers. Because of this new curriculum, all of our FCPS teachers who help our students learn how to read will have the same high-quality materials and lesson plans. When a student can read well, they do better in all of their classes and are more likely to graduate high school.
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.
Thank you!
Thank you for entrusting your children to us as we are honored to serve the Fort Belvoir community. Should you have questions, concerns, or suggestions, please reach out to your child's teacher. Additionally, the following staff are here to support and may be reached via email or by calling the front office at (703)781-2700.
Dr. LaZedrick Jemison, Principal (ldjemison1@fcps.edu)
Ms. Mary Flint, Assistant Principal (mflint@fcps.edu)
Ms. Norma Gordon, Assistant Principal (ncgordon1@fcps.edu)
Mr. Kyle Maziarski, School Psychologist (kjmaziarski@fcps.edu)
Ms. Reon Brogan, School Counselor (rjbrogan@fcps.edu)
Mr. Christopher Kamali, School Counselor (ckamali@fcps.edu)
Ms. Elan Fenderson, Behavior Support (efenderson@fcps.edu)
No Dogs on Campus
While it's nice to take your dog for a walk to and from school, they are NOT allowed on campus at anytime. This includes after dismissal. No pets are allowed on FCPS school grounds, and this is clearly marked at the driveway entrance. It is a safety issue. We have students who have allergies and fear of animals. Please keep your pets at home. Thank you kindly for your understanding and cooperation.
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