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Dear Lynbrook Families,
I hope this message finds you well! It has been a busy and exciting week here at Lynbrook, and I want to share a few highlights with you.
Welcome to Our New Assistant Principal!
I am thrilled to announce that we have hired Amy Willis as our new Assistant Principal. Ms. Willis comes to us from Forestdale ES, where she has demonstrated exceptional leadership in fostering a supportive and positive school environment. She brings a wealth of experience from her time as an Acting Assistant Principal and an Instructional Coach. Amy will officially begin her role with us on October 14. We are confident that her skills and passion for student success will make a lasting impact on our school community. Please join me in welcoming Amy to our Lynbrook family!
Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week
What an amazing week of celebrating Hispanic Heritage! From cultural outfits to fun activities, it was a joy to see our students and staff participate and honor the diverse cultures that make our school so special. Thank you to everyone who joined in on the celebrations, and let's continue to embrace the richness of our community as we move forward.
First Junta de Padres (PTA) Meeting of the Year
Thank you to all the families who attended our first Junta de Padres meeting this week. Your involvement and support make such a difference, and we are looking forward to working closely with our PTA to make this year a success for all our students!
Looking Ahead: Next Week
Next week will be a short week for our students. School will be closed on Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4 for holiday and teacher workday, so please plan accordingly. We look forward to a productive week!
Attendance Matters
Currently, our school attendance rate is 11.5%, and we strive to keep it below 10%. Consistent attendance is crucial for your child's academic success, and we need your help to ensure students are present every day. If your child is healthy, please make every effort to send them to school so they don’t miss out on valuable learning experiences. Together, we can reach our goal!
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making Lynbrook Elementary a fantastic place for our students to learn and grow. Have a wonderful weekend, and we’ll see you next week!
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- Oct. 2-4 - Rosh Hashanah
- Oct. 12 - Steamology Stem Fest
- Oct. 20 - NoVa Maker Faire
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
share your feedback about our schools. Our upcoming events:September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School
October 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Fairhill Elementary School
October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Virginia Run Elementary School
October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle SchoolRegister to attend: https://bit.ly/472s5Oa
La Superintendente, Dra. Michelle Reid, tendra una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias este otoño. Ella le invita a compartir sus pensamientos y hacer preguntas. Haga clic en las fechas a continuación para inscribirse en cualquiera de las siguientes conversaciones:
Lunes, 30 de septiembre, en la Escuela Primaria de Mount Vernon Woods.
Lunes, 14 de octubre, en la Escuela Primaria de Fairhill.
Lunes, 21 de octubre, en la Escuela Primaria de Virginia Run.
Miércoles, 30 de octubre, en la Escuela Secundaria de Herndon.
Los eventos serán de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. Habrá servicio de cuidado de niños e interpretación de idiomas.
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.
El Plan Estratégico 2023-30 de FCPS establece cinco metas principales para crear un cambio positivo en la división. Estas metas muestran dónde debemos enfocar nuestra atención y nos ayudarán a alinear nuestros esfuerzos.
La cuarta meta asegura que todos los estudiantes tengan el mismo acceso a oportunidades, sin importar a qué escuela asistan. Esto incluye programas académicos y de otro tipo que inspiren e involucren a los estudiantes y les permitan explorar sus pasiones y talentos. Vea cómo se está poniendo en práctica el Objetivo 4.
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!
La buena asistencia es una habilidad importante para la vida que ayudará a los estudiantes a tener éxito en la escuela y más allá.
Cuando planee viajes o eventos familiares, refiérase al calendario de FCPS y trate de usar los fines de semana y días festivos de la escuela. Cada día de aprendizaje es un día hacia el éxito. Tenga en cuenta que las ausencias se suman rápidamente. Los estudiantes que faltan el 10% del año escolar (o sólo dos días al mes) se consideran ausentes crónicos.
Cuando sea posible, programe citas para su hijo fuera del horario escolar. Si su hijo tiene que faltar a clase por enfermedad u otro motivo, debe reportar la ausencia.
Vea este vídeo con consejos para entender nuestro calendario escolar y visite nuestra página web de Asistencia para obtener información adicional. ¡Asista hoy, para tener exito mañana!
Providing students and staff with a safe educational environment remains our priority. Sadly, gun violence continues to impact schools and communities across our nation.
In FCPS, lessons on gun safety are built into our curriculum. It is critical that parents and guardians talk to their children about the importance of gun safety and safe gun storage in their homes, and in any home they may visit.
The FCPS website has gun safety resources as well as detailed information about safety and security practices at schools. See Dr. Reid’s recent letter to the community for more resources.
The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has a limited supply of free locking medication boxes and trigger locks that fit a wide variety of firearms. Visit the Lock and Talk website to learn more.
Proporcionar a los estudiantes y al personal un entorno educativo seguro sigue siendo nuestra prioridad. Tristemente, la violencia con las armas de fuego continúa afectando a las escuelas y comunidades a través de nuestra nación.
En FCPS, lecciones sobre seguridad de armas son incorporadas en nuestro currículo. Es crítico que los padres y guardianes hablen con sus hijos acerca de la importancia de la seguridad de armas de fuego y el almacenamiento seguro de armas de fuego en sus hogares, y en cualquier hogar que puedan visitar.
El sitio web de FCPS tiene recursos para la seguridad de las armas de fuego, así como información detallada sobre las prácticas de seguridad en las escuelas. Vea la carta reciente del Dr. Reid a la comunidad para más recursos.
La Junta de Servicios Comunitarios de Fairfax-Falls Church tiene un número limitado disponible de cajas de seguridad para medicamentos y seguros que sirven para una gran variedad de armas de fuego. Visite el sitio web (Lock and Talk) para obtener más información.
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a great opportunity for your family to enjoy free STEM activities including coding and robotics. Check the flyer and website for opportunities to register a student, host a booth, or volunteer (especially students looking for service learning hours).
- When: Saturday, October 12, 2024, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Where: Mount Vernon High School, 8515 Old Mt. Vernon Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309
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- Maker Faire is a gathering of people who enjoy learning and love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, and projects.
- When: Sunday, October 20, 2024, 10 am to 4 pm
- Where: Alexandria City High School, 3330 King St., Alexandria, VA 22302
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Advance Purchase Tickets: $13 (Adult); $4 (Child, ages 2-18) (Prices higher at door.)
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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.
En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week, la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros:
- FCPS quiere apoyar más a las familias militares
- Firme y devuelva el SR&R
- Próximas Clínicas de Vacunación
Lea FCPS Esta Semana para aprender más sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, suscríbase hoy mismo.
Learn more about the school board, how to participate in their meetings, and where to watch school board meetings.
Remember to check the FCPS Calendar for school holidays and other important information.
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