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This year, classroom teachers are starting with new curriculum in math and language arts. You can see more about the FCPS elementary curriculum on the public website. https://www.fcps.edu/academics/curriculum/subject-area As we visit classrooms, we have seen teachers using the resources and assessments and instructing students in the new standards and guidelines to promote each students' academic growth. We appreciate how much time it takes for our teachers to assimilate new approaches and content into their classroom instruction. White Oaks teachers are very dedicated and professional in their work. We wanted to give them a shout out this week.
Ms. Klena, Ms. Jimenez, and Mr. Bergquist
During the next two weeks, administrators will meet with students in their homerooms or grade level assemblies to review important information in the Student Rights and Responsibilities for FCPS Students.
This review comes at a good time for our upper grades as we have had a few instances of bathroom vandalism this week. Our custodians have had to repair equipment in the bathroom stalls and clean wet paper towels stuck to the walls. We can solve this problem together as we partner with our families to remind the students that we expect everyone to be considerate of the school facility and the importance of following our code of conduct. Our teachers are monitoring and helping students with maintaining good citizenship. If your students sees something, we encourage you to let them know to say something to you or a staff member at White Oaks.
School Picture Day is Coming!📅 Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
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📸 Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com |
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FCPS offers a range of services for advanced learners. To learn more about the levels of serviced available, please watch this video (scroll to the middle of the page).
For families 2nd – 6th grade students who are interested in learning about the full time AAP referral, screening, and identification process, you are invited to come to our AAP Info night on Tuesday, October 1st from 6-7 p.m. in the WOES Library. No RSPV required. Please contact Susan Lattuca (salattuca@fcps.edu) or Dana Harlan (daharlan@fcps.edu) if you have any questions.
Movie Night: (see attached flyer) Mark your calendars! Join classmates and other White Oaks parents for the first Movie Night for 2024-25 school year. The feature film is Inside Out 2. Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian. The showing begins at 7:00 PM. Volunteers are needed for set up, supervision of areas and clean up. Please consider helping by signing up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094AADAC2FAAF58-51369443-woes Limited concessions will be sold by the 6th Grade Committee on site
Next Tuesday is the first SEPTA (Special Education) PTA meeting of the school year for FCPS. If you're interested in attending or learning more, go to https://fairfaxcountysepta.org/ to register. If you have any questions or concerns about special education at White Oaks, feel free to reach out to Kim Griffin, our SEPTA chair for White Oaks at woes.septa@gmail.comClick to edit this placeholder text.
The PTA is actively seeking volunteers for our WATCH DOGS (Dads of Great Students) program this year. It provides positive male role models for the students and extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security, reduce bullying, and provide a greater sense of campus safety. If you're interested in chairing, co-chairing or joining, please email: wopta.president@gmail.com
Tuesday 9/24 and Wednesday 9/25. Dine in or take out from Spartans Family Restaurant and proceeds will be donated to White Oaks.
Please Share with Students: Discount Workhouse Haunt Tickets for FCPS Art Students The Workhouse is offering the friends and family discount to FCPS art students to attend this year’s Workhouse Haunt: Twisted Tales of Terror at our Private Dress Rehearsal on September 28, 2024. This is a special invite-only event before they officially open to the public. Tickets are available at a special price of $10 for friends and family, and FCPS art students. Click here to reserve your specially priced $10 ticket https://secure.workhousearts.org/twistedtales/rehearsal. Tickets are limited and on a first come first served basis so reserve your spot now.
Eagle Trot Run: Mark your calendars and register early! This fall, White Oaks Elementary is hosting its second annual Eagle Trot Run on Saturday, October 26th from 8-10 am. We'll have something for everyone. 5K Timed Run: Challenge yourself with a timed 5K course. Begins at 8 am. 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: Perfect for individuals or families looking for a casual run or walk. Begins at 9 am. Kid Dash: Our youngest Eagles can join the fun without registration! Costumes are encouraged! Begins at 9:30 am. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/WoesEagleTrot. Discount code for WOES families (teachers, staff, admin and their families, too) for $5 off per person: WOES2024. Water will be offered on course. All 5k &1-mile finishers will receive special race medals. Purchase a commemorative shirt. Prizes for top 5k finishers. Prices increase on 10/1. Questions? Interested in volunteering? Contact woeseagletrot@gmail.com.
We are planning the annual veterans breakfast again this year with Ms. Gridneva (music teacher). Last year the media was contacted and did a special on White Oaks through the local news and FCPS. The committee would like to do this again. I found out the media outreach specialist is Steven Brasley sgbrasley@fcps.edu . The VB was showcased last year due to the numerous staff who are veterans and of course, Captain. Since there are very strict protocols around outreach and media we wanted to seek your approval. Here is last years FCPS media piece: https://whiteoakses.fcps.edu/features/91-year-old-volunteer-among-veterans-honored-white-oaks-elementary and https://www.fox5dc.com/news/fairfax-county-elementary-school-honors-veterans-with-special-breakfast
Join the PTA:
The sky’s the limit with you in the White Oaks PTA! Our goal is for our PTA to DOUBLE in size this school year, so come join us! All paid members will be recognized in the entryway of White Oaks during our membership campaign. Head to PTBoard to join today at:
https://whiteoaks.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4994&form=1 and earn these great benefits:
Voting rights on PTA business—including how the PTA spends the $10,000+ yearly operating budget and election of our PTA Leadership
Discounted prices for spirit wear and car magnets.
Access to a class roster to include families who have opted in to share their contact information with the PTA and classmates
- October 3rd: Holiday Rosh Hashanah / No School
- October 4th: Teacher Workday / No School for Students
- October 14th: Staff Development Day / No School for Students
- October 21st: Three Hour Early Closing at White Oaks
- November 4th: School Planning Day / No School for Students
- November 5th: Teacher Workday / No School for Students
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