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Hello, Scottie families!
Happy Friday! We had a great first PTO meeting of the year Wednesday evening. Thank you to those who were able to attend, as it was great to connect with new families, returning families, and several Bonnie Brae staff!
A reminder that this upcoming Monday, September 23, is our first 3-hour early release of the year. Thank you, parents and guardians, for sharing with your child’s teacher when (and how) they will be going home on Monday. Dismissal is at 12:15 PM, and for those families that need childcare supervision, dismissal will take place at 3:15 PM.
This morning we enjoyed coffee and breakfast treats during our first parent coffee of the year, and we had the opportunity to hear from our ESOL teachers about ways they support not only multilingual learners, but all students. We are looking forward to next week where we will be celebrating Blue Star Schools Welcome Week, in which we welcome our military families. We will celebrate our military (and all) parents at a parent coffee on Friday, September 27. See below for details. Also, next Friday we have our first SCA Spirit Day of the year - wear Bonnie Brae Gear and/or Blue & White!
We end this week with our PTO outdoor movie night tonight. A reminder that movie night is a family event, and students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. We look forward to seeing our Scottie families this evening in the front of the school!
Have a great weekend!
Morgan Birge, Principal
Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal
Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
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September 21 - Black Belt Academy Fundraiser (Drop-off event)
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September 21-September 29 - Blue Star Welcome Week
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September 23 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
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September 24 - First Quarter Interims Sent Home
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September 26 - Fall Picture Day
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September 27 - SCA Spirit Day: Wear Bonnie Brae Gear and/or Blue & White
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September 27 - Blue Star Welcome Week Parent Coffee, 8:30-9:15 AM
Positivity Project
Upcoming Weekly Focus: Perspective
Character Strengths: You appreciate that people see things in
different ways. You have the ability to understand the world from multiple points of view.
Quote of the Week: “He who knows all the answers has not been asked
all the questions.”
-CONFUCIUS
Positivity Project for Families
Families can find resources to help continue the discussion of character strengths at home by visiting the Positivity Project for Families webpage.
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
Smiling faces!
Mrs. True's kindergarten class loves recess time!
Blue Star Welcome Week
Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity to empower military families to thrive as they serve. There are approximately 14,500 military-connected students enrolled in FCPS. Each year, one-third of our military families transition into or out of our district. Blue Star Welcome Week gives schools an opportunity to welcome and connect with their military families. The goal is to create a sense of belonging and ensure that our military families feel celebrated and welcomed into their school communities.
We look forward to a great week, and a great finish to next week with our first Bonnie Brae spirit day of the year, and our Blue Star Welcome Week parent coffee!
Fall Picture Day-Ordering Information
Fall Picture Day is on Thursday, September 26. Families can pre-order pictures online. Online ordering should be completed by Thursday, September 26. If you need a paper order form, please let your child's classroom teacher know and they will send one home.
All students who pre-purchase pictures will receive their picture packages at school approximately two weeks after our Fall Picture date.
For more details, please visit our Fall Picture Day webpage.
Parent Coffee – September 27
As we close out Blue Star Welcome Week, please join us on Friday, September 27 from 8:30-9:15 AM in the cafeteria to celebrate our military (and all) families.
SCA Spirit Day: Wear Bonnie Brae Gear and/or Blue & White
Join us as we celebrate our first SCA Spirit Day, "Wear Bonnie Brae Gear or Blue and White" on Friday, September 27th. Students are invite to wear Bonnie Brae clothing, or items that are blue and white. We look forward to seeing our Scotties dressed in school colors and/or clothing.
We All Belong at School
Each one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school.
Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
High Impact Tutors
Bonnie Brae ES is excited to welcome back FCPS High Impact Tutors, Sarah Czarnecki (literacy) and Lovepreet Kaur (math). Tutors support students in grades three through six, in the classroom and in small groups. Tutors collaborate with teachers and other school-based staff to provide academic support for students aligned to standards-based classroom instruction. Tutor groupings are flexible and based on needs presented by assessments given throughout the school year. We are thrilled to have Ms. Czarnecki and Ms. Kaur supporting our upper grade students!
Mr. Jenifer & the US Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team Win Gold!
Our incredible Scottie, Mr. Jenifer, and the US Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team did it! They won gold with their win over Great Britain! Mr. Jenifer scored 14 points in this historic win! Way to go Mr. Jenifer and our entire US Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team! We are proud Scotties!
Students to Be Surveyed on Social-Emotional Learning
FCPS is committed to supporting the mental wellness of all students. The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener helps our students share their perspectives on how their schools and communities support them and help them develop the skills they need to succeed.
The screener is offered to all students in grades 3 through 12 in the fall and spring. It addresses skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to plan programming for the division, schools, and individual students.
After each screening, results will be available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who don’t have a ParentVUE account. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
Families who wish to opt their child out may do so by completing the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or SIS ParentVUE. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact our front office.
Please note that the SEL Screener is not the same as the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey, which will take place later this fall.
Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:
- Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
- Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
- Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
- Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
- A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
- Alcohol or drug use.
- Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family.
- Thoughts of harming themselves or others.
If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact Lisa Jeffries, lmjeffries@fcps.edu, or Cori Lonnett, calonnett@fcps.edu, our school counselors, to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.
Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:
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Monday, September 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Newington Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.
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Monday, October 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Fairhill Elementary School.
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Monday, October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Virginia Run Elementary School.
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Wednesday, October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School.
Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
FCPS Trust Policy Supports Caring Culture
Fairfax County Public Schools is proud of its caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families. The FCPS Trust Policy solidifies this commitment and aligns with Fairfax County Goverment's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. It ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. Please visit FCPS’ Trust Policy webpage to learn more about the policy and regulation in multiple languages.
September PTO Updates
Check out our September PTO Updates! Stay connected and current with all the PTO happenings this month!
After School Programs - COMING SOON!
Bonnie Brae and the PTO are happy to bring back After School Clubs! Look for more information in next week's Tuesday folders and check out the available programs and register early to get your spot. View our Fall After School Programs flyer for more information. Email afterschool@bonniebraepto.org with any questions.
Registration will open Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7pm for teacher-led clubs and are filled on a first come, first served basis, so make sure to snag your spot early as they tend to fill up quickly!
Needs-based scholarships are available on a limited basis, and communication with April Bowman prior to registration is required.
PTO President Needed for 2024-2025!!!
Our PTO President positions are designed to have overlap, so the new President can be trained and has a direct line to get help from the Outgoing President. Our current PTO President is in her "outgoing" year, which is the training year for the new President. We are looking to fill the new President position ASAP!!!
Help ensure continuity with this role so we can keep doing all the wonderful things for our amazing Scotties! Things like Movie Nights, Festivals, Carnivals, Room Parent Coordination, Staff Basketball Game, School Assemblies... all the incredible activities that enhance our Scottie experience!
Please contact president@bonniebraepto.org if you are interested, have any questions about the role, or know someone we should start asking! Just kidding on the last one, but seriously, we need to fill this position ASAP!
Amazing Volunteers Needed!
Are you looking for a way to feel connected with your school community and want to help make so many wonderful memories for your Scottie? We make it SO easy to help! Pick and choose volunteer opportunities from a menu of options! Fill out the google form today and we will contact you as we get close to the event to help: https://forms.gle/F7SHrig2fqSJ1kmr6
Join the PTO
Get involved, stay connected, and learn what's happening with our Scottie community! We're an organization of parents, school staff, and community members supporting our Scotties and school community. Join the PTO today: https://www.bonniebraepto.org/ptomembership.
Movie Night VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Our first big event of the year is coming up on Friday, September 20th! Doors open at 6:30PM and the movie will start at 7PM. But we need AMAZING VOLUNTEERS like YOU to help make it happen! Let's keep the popcorn and candy flowing and the lines moving quickly, as many hands make light work. Volunteer to help make this a magical evening for our Scotties: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-51039588-movie
Blackbelt Academy Fundraiser - THIS SATURDAY!
Parents, get ready for a kid-free night out! We're partnering with Blackbelt Academy for a fun night of pizza, prizes, goodie bags, and a movie for your kiddos at our first drop-off fundraiser of the year! A portion of the proceeds will come back to support the Bonnie Brae PTO.
When: Saturday, September 21st from 6-9PM
Where: Blackbelt Academy: 10635 Braddock Road, Fairfax
Cost: $40 per child
Registration online NOW! https://www.sportkarateusa.com/bba
Charleston Wrap Fundraiser - NOW LIVE!!!
Our Charleston Wrap fundraiser is LIVE NOW! Our fundraising goal is $10,000. With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone on your holiday gift list which means your support can really help us reach our goal! Be sure to REGISTER online today at www.registercw.com using Organization ID# 16200, and START SHARING our fundraiser with your family & friends! Once you register, TEXT, email and share our fundraiser on social media. Sharing is caring!
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October 3 - Rosh Hashanah Holiday (no school for students & staff)
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October 4 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
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October 7-11 - PTO Chick-fil-A Restaurant Week
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October 9 - National Walk & Roll to School Day
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October 14 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
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October 15-October 22 - Book Fair (BBES Library)
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October 15, 17, & 22 - Family Shopping Nights, 3:30-6:30 PM
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October 16 - PTO Meeting (virtual), 6-7:30 PM
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October 18 - Parent Coffee (Advanced Academics & Portrait of a Graduate), 8:30-9:20 AM
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October 25 - PTO Fall Festival
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October 26 - PTO & Cardinal Gymnastics Parents' Night Out Fundraiser
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October 28 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
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October 30 - AAP Family Information Night, 5-6 PM (Cafeteria)
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October 31 - Two Hour Early Release Day (End of 1st Quarter)
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November 1 - Diwali Holiday (no school for students & staff)
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