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Grade 5 students share their thinking about their current math unit.
A Message from Ms. Kirkland
We are so excited to celebrate our 75th Anniversary! Join us tomorrow for our school's 75th anniversary celebration! We'll have a museum, art projects, games and special guest speakers.
As the school year progresses, students are wrapping up their first units in core content areas and finishing beginning-of-the-year assessments. Across all grade levels, students are showing what they know, and teachers are learning about their students so they can plan the best instruction for your children.
In the coming weeks, teachers will begin scheduling parent-teacher conferences. These important meetings provide an opportunity for families to connect with their child's teachers and discuss academic and social progress. Teachers will meet with every parent before winter break. Participating in these conferences is a great way for you to learn about how you can support your child in school and to build a partnership with your child's teacher. If you have a preference of when you would like to meet, please be sure to share this with your child's teacher. It's okay to share if mornings before school or afternoons after school are preferred or if there is a day of the week that's best.
As always, if you have questions or concerns before the conference, please continue to reach out to your child's teacher.
Thank you for another wonderful week of school, and have a fabulous weekend!
Kate Kirkland
Principal
Early Release Monday, September 16
On Monday, September 16, students will be dismissed at 12:30pm. Thank you to all the families who have communicated with our team about your plans for your child following dismissal. If you have questions about dismissal, you can contact your child's teacher or the main office at (703)721-2100.
Anniversary Party Tomorrow, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Advanced Academics Information Meeting
Caregivers interested in learning more about Advanced Academics in FCPS and here at Mount Eagle are invited to join our Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Information Meeting. Our Advanced Academics Resources Teacher, Jacqui Greene, will host two sessions that families can attend. Caregivers can join whichever meeting best fits their schedules.
- Tuesday, October 8; 6:15-7:00pm on Zoom
- Thursday, October 10; 8:40 - 9:10am in the Mount Eagle Library
If you have questions about this event, please don't hesitate to reach out to Jacqui at jcgreene@fcps.edu.
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Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Information Meeting
Parents who are interested in learning about the Family Life Education (FLE) curriculum or in previewing materials used in lessons are invited to attend the Edison Pyramid FLE Parent Information Meeting on Wednesday, October 23 from 6:00-6:30pm.
A Zoom link will be shared via eNotify closer to the event date.
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Reminder: Parking in the Community
Some families choose to park in the neighborhood in order to walk to meet their children for dismissal. Whenever you are parking in the community, please be careful to avoid blocking driveways and entrances to parking areas.
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.
🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance
As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.
Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.
🎤 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 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
Important Times
Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am
Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am
Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Important Dates
Saturday, September 14 | Mount Eagle 75th Anniversary Bash, 12:00-2:00pm
Monday, September 16 | Students dismiss at 12:30pm
Tuesday, September 17 | PTO Meeting in the Library, 8:40pm
Thursday, October 3 | Holiday - Rosh Hashanah
Friday, October 4 | Teacher Workday - No School for students.
Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.
Get Involved in Your PTO
At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.
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Parent/Guardian Handbook
Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Your Partners in Education
We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.
Kate Kirkland, Principal
kekirkland@fcps.edu
Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal
lnpinski@fcps.edu
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