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 Blue Star Welcome Week is a nationwide initiative to ensure military families feel a sense of belonging to their school communities. There are approximately 13,500 military-connected students enrolled in FCPS.
Ms. Ohrnberger, HWES Dance Teacher, and her first-grade students dancing their way through Hispanic Heritage Month! El Jarabe Tapatío is a celebration of Mexican culture and tradition often performed at festivals, celebrations, and special occasions. It's known for its lively rhythms, colorful costumes, and intricate footwork.
"Shanah tovah" to our Jewish community celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year! Meaning “head of the year,” Rosh Hashanah is one of Judaism’s holiest days and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection that ends with Yom Kippur. #OurFCPS |
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Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
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Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed.
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Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.
 👟 Walk, Bike, Roll to School Day: Get together with your neighbors!
Wednesday, October 9, morning
FCPS will participate in International Walk and Roll to School Day in an effort to promote physical activity and reduce traffic congestion and pollution near schools. Students and employees are encouraged to bike or walk to school and work where safe to do so. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to school, and to work with their school and PTA or PTO to assemble bike trains or walking groups for the event. Schools are encouraged to register online with Walk and Bike to School. Get more information about Walk to School Day.
This year, we're inviting Hunters Woods students to travel together from their neighborhood in a group or from the Hunters Woods Pool.
- Celebrate when you arrive at school by signing the banner and receive your gift at Door 1.
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Secure your bike at the racks located by the K & R loop or the bottom of the bus loop.
- Students who ride the bus can plan to walk with their families & friends before or after school to participate.
Questions? Contact our local coordinators Mr. Silva (bosilva@fcps.edu) or Ms. Williams (clwilliams1@fcps.edu).
🌟HWES is hiring Student Monitors. Great opportunity to be part of our amazing community. This is an hourly position at $17.88/hr.
Send resumes to Sean McCartney smccartney@fcps.edu
✨ Our Commitment to Excellence, Equity, and Opportunity for Each and Every Student
FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid reminds us of the goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which guides us in delivering excellence, equity, and opportunity for each and every one of our students.
🗓️ Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events
Good attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond.
When planning trips or family events, refer to the FCPS calendar and try to use weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.
When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence.
Watch this video with tips on understanding the FCPS school year calendar and visit the Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
💚Elementary School Immunization Clinics to Be Held on Early Release Days
The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only.
Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100.
Clinics will be held Monday, October 28, and Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics.
October 3- Rosh Hashanah, No School
October 4-Teacher Workday, No School
October 9- Walk, Bike, Roll to School Day
October 14-Teacher Workday, No School
October 18- Picture Day!
October 28- Early Release Monday , 12:40 pm dismissal
October 31- End of Quarter 1
November 1- Diwali, No School
November 4- Teacher Workday, No School
November 5- Election Day, No School
November 11-Veterans Day, No School
November 27-29- Thanksgiving Break, No School
FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FCPS Strives to Become Purple Star School Division
- Sign and Return SR&R
- Upcoming Immunization Clinics
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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