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September 27, 2024
Happy Friday Fox Mill Families,
We had our first of seven, 3-hour early release, on Monday. The students who stayed with us were engaged in activities across three staff managed centers in the building.
Mrs. Bekenstein’s Kindergarten class celebrated Johnny Appleseed’s birthday by making applesauce on Thursday. The smell of apples in the closely monitored slow cooker permeated the hallways, while students eagerly waited for their share of the treat.
Our second-grade students went on their first field trip for the school year. They visited Cub Run and as part of their Science Unit, explored the life cycle of insects, plants, birds and amphibians.
We are excited to welcome our exchange students from Japan this weekend. We would like to thank our host families for allowing our visitors this memorable experience by immersing in our rich culture. Our students are looking forward to showcasing their talent at a welcome assembly to be held in our school’s café on Monday.
A FEW UPDATES
Note from the PTA:
Due to the inclement weather, we are postponing Movie Night to a later date. Additional information will be coming out soon. We hope you all have a great weekend. Stay dry! 🙂
AAP Overview Parent Information Meeting
Thank you to all parents who attended the meeting on Wednesday evening. If you were not able to attend, a recording of the meeting and the meeting slides have been posted in the Fox Mill Parent Schoology Course. Please reach out to our AART, Pamela James, at prjames@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
Immunization
FCPS has partnered with the Fairfax County Health Department to provide immunization clinics on limited early release Mondays for elementary school students, and at middle and high schools this fall.
Fall Immunization Clinics: The Fairfax County Health Department is providing immunizations for FCPS elementary students during early release Mondays at their health clinics this fall.
Find out the clinic date, locations, and how to make an appointment: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/locations
Find out more about the immunizations required for K-12 students to attend public school in Virginia: https://www.fcps.edu/immunizations
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!
Dates For Your Diary
10/3- Rosh Hashanah (Hoilday)
10/4- Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)
10/9- Walk and Roll (Walk to School Day)
10/14- Indigenous People’s Day (Student Holiday)
10/17- PTA General Meeting
10/28- Elementary School Three Hour Early Release
10/31- End of First Quarter Two Hour Release
Have a wonderful weekend,
Brian Moose Anice S. Denton
Principal Assistant Principal
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