Welcome to Our Braddock ES Family, #OneFamily
Attention Braddock Families & Community!
As we conclude the first two weeks of the school year, I want to express my sincere gratitude for our students’ hard work and dedication. The positive energy and commitment our students bring to school each day is truly inspiring.
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During the month of September, our students will continue to learn our Braddock Promise: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible. By setting clear expectations for both academic and social behaviors, our teachers can create supportive and productive learning environments for all students. Please help and support our teachers by having conversations with your students about the expectations of school and how an education can make a difference. |
ANNOUNCEMENT: During the month of September, students in grades PreK-5 will be taking literacy and math assessments. These student assessments are opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and the information gathered will help us tailor instruction to meet our students’ individual academic and social behavior needs.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 703-914-7300.
Sincerely With Warmest Regards,
Keesha Jackson-Muir, Principal
knjacksonmui@fcps.edu
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💙September 4 - 4th & 5th Grade Reading iReady
💙September 5 - 3rd Grade Reading iReady
💙September 5 - Grade Level Newsletters Sent Home
💙September 10 - 4th & 5th Grade Math iReady
💙September 10- Back To School Night, Grades K, 2, & 4 (5:30- 7:30 PM)
💙September 11 - 2nd & 3rd Grade Math iReady
💙September 11 - Family Coffee (9:00-10:00 AM)
💙September 11- Back To School Night for Grades 1, 3, & 5 (5:30 to 7:30 PM)
💙September 12 - 1st Grade Math iReady
💙September 18 - 1st Grade Picnic
💙September 20 - 4th Grade Picnic
💙September 24 - 3rd Grade Picnic
💙September 24 - Math & AAP Parent Presentation (5:00-6:00 PM)
💙September 26 - 2nd Grade Picnic
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This assessment is a valuable tool that will help us better understand your child’s strengths and areas where they may need additional support. You will receive an assessment report that explains your child’s academic score.
We are excited to invite you and your family to our upcoming grade-level picnic at Braddock ES. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with other families, meet your child’s teacher, and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon together.
We cordially invite you to our upcoming Parent Coffee at Braddock ES. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about our school and Fairfax County Public School, as well as the resources available to support your child’s education.
September 11th (9:00 - 10:00 AM)
Topic: Vaping, Drugs, & Gangs
We cordially invite you to attend our upcoming Advanced Academic Parent meeting. This informative session is designed to provide you with valuable insights into our Advanced Academic Program and how we support your student’s academic growth and development.
Braddock teachers have created a monthly newsletter for families that outlines what students are learning (i.e., literacy, math, science, social studies, important dates and reminders,
This newsletter will go home monthly in your student’s Thursday Folder and Talking Points.
To learn more about our teacher practices and how we can partner together with you to support your child’s success, please join us for Back-to-School night on:
- Tuesday, September 10th (Grades K, 2, & 4) from 5:30 to 7:30 PM
- Wednesday, September 11th (Grades 1, 3, & 5) from 5:30 to 7:30 PM
Important Information
As a reminder, FCPS elementary schools will have limited early release Mondays during the upcoming school year. The goal is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for Virginia.
- September 16th
- October 21st
- November 18th
- February 10th
- March 10th
- April 21st
- May 12th
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.
Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance.
The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill.
Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.
⚠️ Know Our Security Terms
FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.
Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned.
If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
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.
Thank you for helping to support the FCPS cell phone policy by waiting to call or text your child about non-urgent matters until the school day is over. In case of an emergency, it is always best to contact the school’s front office to reach your child during class time.
Visit the FCPS Cell Phone Policy webpage to read more about usage policies by grade level and to share your feedback on the current cell phone policy.
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 webpage for tips and strategies.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Understanding the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
- School Safety Reminders
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Your concerns are important to us. Contact your child's teacher first, most questions or concerns can be addressed with a quick phone call or email. If that doesn't work, the next step would be to contact the Assistant Principal who supports your child's grade level:
Christopher Kamar - cskamar@fcps.edu or call 703-914-7388
Christie Goodman - cngoodman@fcps.edu or call 703 914 7323
Eneida Thomas - emthomas@fcps.edu or call 703-914-7305
Maureen Lopez - mmlopez1@fcps.edu or 703-914-7304
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