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During music class, Franconia Third Graders learned proper playing techniques for barred instruments as they sang while they played.
Early Release Mondays
We appreciate your patience as we worked collaboratively within our community to finalize the details of FCPS’ elementary early release Mondays, which start next Monday, September 16th.
Please see important updates below:
Early Release Monday Dates The complete list of dates, which are based on your child’s school pyramid, is available on FCPS’ Limited Early Release Mondays webpage
Confirm Your Student’s Plans for September 16 and 23 If you haven’t filled out the survey yet, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/Phd28vSqEmWHApqj7 Schools will be in touch with all families to confirm which students are going home during the early release and which students will be staying at school.
After-School Activities Students who stay at school between early release and regular dismissal will not be with their regular teacher and will not receive instruction during this time. Instead, they will be supervised by other school staff, substitute teachers, or central office staff. Students will participate in after-school activities which might include:
- Quiet time/independent reading/listening
- Completion of missed schoolwork/homework
- Laptop time (ST Math, Myon, Lexia.)
- Library rotation
- Recess/snack Students are encouraged to bring an extra snack.
Support for Students with Disabilities A separate email for students with IEPs or 504s was distributed from FCPS last week to address support for students with disabilities.
School-Age Child Care (SACC) Students SACC will operate during their regularly scheduled hours on early release Mondays. Students who typically attend SACC can be supervised by FCPS staff until SACC opens for their regular afternoon hours.
If SACC becomes available to provide supervision during the early release, we will update families immediately.
Dismissal: Transportation will offer two full bus dismissal runs (12:30 and 3:30).
Please visit the FCPS website for additional information about early release Mondays. Thank you for supporting all that our teachers do to provide an excellent education for our students.
If you have any additional questions please reach out to Principal Smith at AJSmith@fcps.edu
Picture Day is Coming!
On Tuesday, September 17th, we will have photographers from Victor O'Neill here to take individual student pictures.
Please note:
- Pictures are taken from the shoulders up.
- The photo studio does not provide a proof or preview prior to ordering - families should pre-order.
- Pre-ordering guarantees prints will be shipped to the school. Prints ordered after Picture Day will be shipped home for a fee.
- Prints will be shipped to the school within 3 weeks after Picture Day. They will be distributed to teachers to be sent home with students.
- Pictures taken on Picture Day will be used in the school yearbook.
- Re-take day will be Wednesday, 10/23, if you wish to have your child's picture be re-taken or if your child misses the original Picture Day on 9/17.
- There are no paper order forms - all orders will be submitted online.
Pre-order HERE.
Please contact Victor O'Neill Studios with questions regarding picture day or online ordering at Underclass@vosphoto.com.
Mrs. Blum and her boys (both Franconia Penguins too!) were all decked out for Color Week
Counselor Corner
Guidance Lessons for September
K and 1st grades- “I Can Calm Myself” Students will learn strategies to self-regulate emotions.
2nd grade- “Catching Good Coping Skills.” Students will learn coping strategies to regulate emotions and behavior.
3rd grade- “What Does It Mean to Have a Growth Mindset?
4th-6th grades- “ How do I learn best?” Students will identify their learning style.
Social and Emotional Learning (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.
AAP Information Session
Tuesday, September 24 at 6pm
We’re excited to invite all parents and guardians to our AAP Information Session! Join Kaitlyn Glines, our AART (Advanced Academics Resource Teacher) on Tuesday, September 24, at 6:00 PM in the library for an informative evening about the AAP program. We look forward to seeing you there!
Kindergarteners having a blast with parachute play in PE—joy and excitement for all!
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!
What is Mid-Autumn Festival?
The Mid-Autumn Festival is an event celebrated in many parts of Asia. The festival has many traditions and meanings, including moon appreciation, harvest, mooncakes, and lanterns.
This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival is on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
What: 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival – Make a mooncake out of clay, build a lantern with CODEPINK, and enjoy a guzheng musical performance
Where: Chinese American Museum
When: Saturday, September 14 from 10am-4pm
RSVP required for 3 time slots: 10am, 12pm, & 2pm
Pop tops for RMHC
Franconia Elementary School is proud to partner with Ronald McDonald House Charities!
We are asking our school community to help by collecting soda pop tabs (the tabs from aluminum cans). Please save these tabs and bring them to school. There will be a collection bin set up in the gym where you can deposit your tabs.
Once the bin is full, Franconia Elementary will deliver the tabs to the local Ronald McDonald House Charities. This small act of recycling can make a big difference for families in need.
For more details, please refer to this flyer.
Thank you for your support and participation!
Great minds think alike! Looks like these friends were on the same wavelength for Color Week! 🎨✨ #AccidentalTwinning
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.
Franconia PTA Spirit Night at Bruster's Ice Cream
Thank you to all who came out to Bruster's last week to help fundraise during our first Spirit Night! With your ice cream purchases, we raised over $200 for the PTA!
Save the date! Spirit Night at La Fiamma! - Sep 24 and 25
Don't cook on Tuesday and Wednesday because La Fiamma has you covered! Whether you're doing dine in or take out, a portion of sales between 4pm and 9pm will go to benefit the Franconia PTA.
Check out the website now to get an idea of what you may want for dinner.
Fall Festival and Haunted House
Join us on October 18th from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM for a night of fun at the Franconia Fall Festival! Enjoy games, food, and entertainment on the playground, and don’t miss the spooky Haunted House in the gym. We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success—your support makes all the difference!
Sign up today and help us create a memorable night for our Franconia families!
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.
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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