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Dear Franklin Sherman Families,
Last Friday, we had a fun celebration for September birthdays. It was wonderful to see our students enjoying their special day by getting to take home their own books thanks to our amazing PTA's book vending machine.
I've been making an effort to visit classrooms during morning meeting to participate in the important social-emotional grounding activities. It's a great way to connect with our students and reinforce the importance of a positive learning environment that focuses on building relationships.
Our first PTA meeting of the year is coming up on September 18th from 8-9 AM. Childcare will be provided in the library, so please plan to join us! Your support is essential to the success of our school community. If you are unable to join in person, you do have the opportunity to join us via Zoom.
As we've started this school year, the PTA has generously funded new rugs, projectors, and fantastic spirit wear for our staff. The shirts you saw at open house and back-to-school night were a direct result of their hard work and dedication.
Thank you for your continued support.
Farris Thomas
Principal
Franklin Sherman ES
September 17 Constitution Day
September 20 Movie Night
September 21-29 Blue Star Welcome Week
September 23 Early Release Monday
October 25 Movie Night
October 27 Monster Mash Dash
School Calendar: 2024-25
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Franklin Sherman’s Get2Green group (formally known as The Green Panda) is resuming its activities this school year. It is an Eco Club where students learn about the environment and how to be better stewards of it. Trees, native plants, rain barrels, composting, food waste, energy, gardening, enjoying nature and the outdoors are some of the subjects that we cover during our time together.
If you would like your child to be part of this group, please fill out the Get2Green Interest Form (link is fixed) so we know what your availability is.
Also, send your child to collect a permission slip from Mrs. Essimi, in the library for you to sign by the end of the week.
For questions or additional information, please contact Mrs. Essimi (rmessimimen@fcps.edu); Mrs. Michalski (rlmichalski@fcps.edu) or Mrs. Eaton (lreaton@fcps.edu).
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FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.
Parents may sign up for a Lightspeed Weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites their child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.
Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
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Baroody Camps (Grades K-6)
From LEGO DC Landmarks and Karate to Minecraft Creative Adventures and Chess, Baroody has a wide variety of nine-week sessions starting on Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9.
These programs are available for grades K-6 and take place from 4:10 PM - 5:10 PM. Registration opens Monday, September 16, and closes Sunday, September 29. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Register Here.
Art Club (Grades 1-4)
Join Miss Pam for an eight-week art session where students can explore their creativity through a variety of materials. Classes are held on Thursdays from 4:10 PM - 5:10 PM, starting October 10. No class on October 31 or November 7. Cost: $200 (includes all supplies). Class size is limited, so register today!
Movies Under the Stars
9/20 & 10/25
McLean Revitalization Committee is presenting a movie night at Franklin Sherman on Friday, September 20th — mark your calendars! The event starts at 6:00 pm. FSES PTA will also be sponsoring a movie night on Friday, October 25th. More details to come later…..
Monster Mash Dash
Registration is now open! Sign up your family to join us for a 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run, and get some exercise before everyone indulges in Halloween candy! Costumes are encouraged. Now in its eleventh year, this is Franklin Sherman's primary fundraising event of the year and one of its most widely-attended!
PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!
Wednesday, 9/18 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 10/16 5:30-6:30 pm (Literacy Night session to follow meeting)
Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm
Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am
Join the PTA
You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year. Join the PTA Today!
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FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Immunization Reminder
- Make Attendance a Priority
- How Is FCPS’ Redesigned Website Working for You?
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
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.
Cell Phone Policy
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.
FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.
FCPS Cares Program
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Students 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.
Reporting All Day Absences
FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance. Please use using one of the methods below:
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ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
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Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
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Email the front office at franklinshermanelem.attendance@fcps.edu. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.
All Day Absences: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.
Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
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Free and Reduced Lunch Application
Families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meal application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. Look for the application in August, view criteria, and up-to-date information on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
To apply online:
- Visit www.MySchoolApps.com
- In the State drop down menu, select Virginia
- Click on the Search button
- On the next screen, select Fairfax County Public Schools from the Choose your District dropdown
- Click on the Select District & Continue button
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