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 Dear Panther Families,
A BIG thank you to all the families who were able to attend our Back-to-School Night on Tuesday. Our teachers shared information about our new reading curriculum, new math standards as well as grade level Science and Social Studies topics. They also provided information about our behavioral expectations. Our students are learning about having Panther PRIDE- Positive, Resourceful, Intentional, Determined and Empathetic. These are the character traits we expect all Panthers to exhibit every day at Mt Vernon Woods. If you were unable to attend Back to School Night, please contact your child’s teacher with any questions you may have. You can also learn more about what your child will be learning by visiting the FCPS Elementary Academics page. In addition, you may want to view the FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan and visit the Strategic Plan webpage for more information. Our plan School Improvement and Innovation Plan (SIIP) is being reviewed now. We will share it once it has been approved.
Sincerely,
Gina O'Neal, Principal
Christine Berry, Assistant Principal
Kristen Robinson, Assistant Principal
September 24- PTO Meeting at 5:30pm
September 27- Fall Picture Day
September 30- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid at Mt Vernon Woods
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 Stephanie Barnes, our school psychologist, Jos Waldron and Priscilla Guevara, school social workers, or Gary Lowe, school counselor at 703-619-2800, 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.
When a Student Should Stay Home From School
Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.
Help your child succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your child stays home if they are sick. Visit FCPS’ website for information on when to keep your child at home.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher so that support can be provided if needed. Also, keep an open line of communication with your school's public health staff.
Read about how families can help form good attendance habits. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
¿Cuándo debe quedarse mi hijo en casa?
Ya sea que los estudiantes falten a la escuela por enfermedad como por cualquier otra razón, faltar a la escuela conlleva una pérdida de aprendizaje.
Ayude a su hijo a tener éxito animándole a faltar el menor número de días posible. Sin embargo, asegúrese de que su hijo se quede en casa si está enfermo. ¿Cuándo debe su hijo quedarse en casa? Visite nuestra página web para obtener ideas útiles sobre las ausencias y sobre cómo colaborar con su hijo y con el colegio.
Si su hijo tiene una enfermedad crónica, asegúrese de notificar a su maestro para que se le pueda proporcionar asistencia si la necesita. Mantenga una línea de comunicación abierta con la enfermera de salud pública de su escuela, y llame a la escuela tan pronto como sepa que su hijo va a estar ausente e informe al personal de la escuela por qué y por cuánto tiempo. ¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!
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.
Upcoming Community Celebrations:
September 14, 2024: Hispanic Heritage Month at Patrick Henry
September 15, 2024: MOLA Presents: Mi Pequeño El Salvador Festival
September 28-29, 2024: Fiesta DC
October 5, 2024: Fiesta Fairfax
Parent/Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?
We understand that the multiple school forms caregivers receive during the first weeks of school can feel overwhelming, but each one helps set your child up for a successful school year! If you do not have a SIS ParentVUE account, please contact the front office for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
Immunization Requirements
Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.
You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to the front office.
Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:
- A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with religious tenets or practices.
Find more information on immunizations.
Permission Forms
Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. See how to use the tool.
Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Monday, September 30.
Entendemos que los múltiples formularios escolares que reciben los cuidadores durante las primeras semanas de clases pueden resultar abrumadores, ¡pero cada uno ayuda a preparar a su hijo para un año escolar exitoso! Si no tiene una cuenta de SIS ParentVUE, comuníquese con la oficina principal para obtener un código de activación y siga las instrucciones en la página web de la cuenta de SIS ParentVUE.
Requisitos de inmunización
Consulte con su proveedor de atención médica lo antes posible para asegurarse de que su hijo esté al día con las vacunas requeridas por el estado de Virginia. A partir del lunes 30 de septiembre, los estudiantes que no hayan proporcionado prueba de vacunación no podrán asistir a la escuela.
Puede verificar el cumplimiento de la vacunación de su hijo y enviar su registro de vacunación en SIS ParentVUE. Los registros también pueden entregarse en la oficina principal.
También se pueden proporcionar documentos de vacunación alternativos (a continuación), pero no se pueden cargar en ParentVUE:
- Declaración escrita de un proveedor de atención médica que especifica todas las vacunas administradas.
- Declaración escrita de un proveedor de atención médica de una exención médica permanente o temporal.
- Un formulario de Exención Religiosa notariado que se opone a la administración de vacunas debido a conflictos con principios o prácticas religiosas.
Encuentre más información sobre las vacunas.
Formularios de permiso
Las familias pueden otorgar fácilmente permiso para que sus hijos accedan a una variedad de recursos escolares a través del sistema de Consentimiento Digital para Padres. Los padres pueden optar por que sus hijos ingresen o no a los recursos, incluidas las herramientas educativas en línea, los servicios de asesoramiento escolar y los servicios de tutoría. También pueden cambiar la forma en que se administra la información de los estudiantes. Visite la página web de Consentimiento Digital para Padres para acceder al sistema. Vea cómo usar la herramienta.
Derechos y Responsabilidades del Estudiante (SR&R)
El documento de SR&R explica las expectativas para el comportamiento de los estudiantes y las respuestas de los adultos. A los padres que utilicen SIS ParentVUE se les pedirá que firmen el documento al iniciar sesión en esa plataforma. Una versión imprimible del documento con una hoja de firma está disponible en la página web de SR&R. Este formulario debe ser firmado y devuelto antes del lunes 30 de septiembre.
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