 In This Message:
- Principals' Message
- Rosh Hashanah
- PTA News and Announcements
- School Picture Day
- Advanced Academics Information
- Attendance
- Strategic Plan
- Community Conversations
- District News/ In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
- Upcoming Dates
Principals' Message
Dear Floris Families,
We want to thank you to everyone who participated in our recent school fun run! It was a joy to see students from every grade level enjoying themselves as they ran, had some delicious popsicles, and listened to great music.
A special thank you goes out to our dedicated volunteers who helped make this event such a success. Your support truly made a difference! We also want to thank our amazing PTA for their continued support and efforts in organizing this fun-filled day.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal
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Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown today, Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed.
Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.
See the complete school year calendar.
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PTA News and Announcements
- Looking for an Early Release Camp? Sign up for Magnus Chess's 3-hour camp from 1-4PM at Floris Elementary. Offered on the 7 early-release days.
📸School Picture Day is Coming!📸
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024🛒
Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001139210#login
📸 Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com
Thank you so much for your help in making Picture Day a fantastic experience for everyone involved. We can’t wait to capture some great memories with your students!
Best regards,
Victor O’Neill Studios
https://www.vosphoto.com/underclasstimeline
Advanced Academic Services Information
Thank you to the families who attended our information session on September 30th. For those that were unable to attend, please find the presentation linked, here on our Floris webpage.
Upcoming Screening Information for Full-Time AAP Services
If you are interested in referring your child for Full-Time AAP services for the 25-26 School Year (Grades 2-6 only), please submit the required Full-Time AAP Referral Form and optional Parent/Guardian Questionnaire to Amy Albanese abalbanese@fcps.edu (Grades 3,5) or Katie Pickett kmpickett@fcps.edu (grades 2, 4, 6) by no later than December 15, 2024.
(For families that are new to FCPS and interested in full-time services for the current school year, Full-Time Referral Forms - Grades 3-6 only, are due to the AARTs by no later than October 15, 2024.)
For families interested in learning more about the screening process for full-time advanced academics, we will be hosting an information session about this process on Monday, November 18th at 6PM. This information session will be virtual (link to follow).
🗓️ 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 our school calendar and visit our Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
✨The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 4: Equitable Access to Opportunities
FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.
The fourth goal ensures all students have the same access to opportunities, no matter what school they attend. This includes academics and other programs that inspire and engage students and allow them to explore their passions and talents. See how Goal 4 is being put into practice.
🎤 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:
Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FCPS Wants to Further Support Military Families
- 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
Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year
October 3: Holiday, Rosh Hashanah – All FCPS schools and offices closed
October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday
October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day
October 16: PTA Meeting, 6:30pm
October 18: Grades 3-6 Field Day
October 22: Fall Picture Day
October 25: PTA Bingo Night
October 28: 3-hour early release
October 30: PTA Trunk or Treat, 6:30pm
October 31: Harvest Parade, End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release
November 1: Holiday, Diwali- All FCPS schools and offices closed
November 4-5: No School for Students, School Planning Day and Teacher Workday
November 11: Holiday, Veterans' Day
November 15: PTA Spirit Ball
November 20: PTA Meeting, 6:30pm
November 27-29: Holiday, Thanksgiving
December 4: Picture Makeup Day
December 9: 3-hour early release
December 23- January 3: Holiday, Winter Break
Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
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