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FSES Community,
I hope everyone had a wonderful, long weekend. I wanted to share our previous PTA meeting that was recorded on Zoom:
Here is the link and password for the recording:
https://comptia.zoom.us/rec/share/-Vk5nSuOnRzbrXa9Tnho0-S7N2GUK6Gz2SXatJKsPZj3CKuGfvH7hF782jztbxs.iCoQRy6AO7y7NHfu
Passcode: T76$C0+.
At this past meeting, Christy Stoermann, Christian King, and Kim Denton presented on the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support as it pertains to FCPS and specifically to FranklIn Sherman. Our next PTA meeting is 10/16 at 5:30. Following the PTA meeting will be our Literacy Night hosted by our reading committee at 6:30. We hope to see you all for the PTA meeting and our first Literacy Night at FS.
Farris Thomas
Principal
Franklin Sherman ES
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October 14 Student Holiday - Staff Development Day
October 16 Literacy Night
October 23 Picture Day
October 25 Movie Night
October 27 Monster Mash Dash
October 31 Story Book Character Day
October 31 2 Hour Early Release - End Q1
November 1 Student Holiday
School Calendar: 2024-25
Wednesday, October 16 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Please join us at Franklin Sherman for Family Literacy Night. Activities will take place in the cafeteria, gym and library.
During the event families will learn more about evidence-based literacy practices, spend time reading and playing games with your children, and you may even win prizes!
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Free Immunizations for All FCPS Students
Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment and provide consent for their student(s). The immunization clinics are being held at Frost Middle School, 4101 Pickett Rd. Fairfax, VA 22032, on:
- Tuesday, October 8, 3 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Students under the age of 19, with a scheduled appointment and parental consent, must be accompanied by their parent, guardian, or another adult over the age of 19.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 in order to provide consent.
Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.
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Monster Mash Dash
Registration is now open! Sign up your family to join us for a 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run, and get some exercise before everyone indulges in Halloween candy! Costumes are encouraged. Now in its eleventh year, this is Franklin Sherman's primary fundraising event of the year and one of its most widely-attended!
Early registration ends Friday, September 27!
Fall Photo Mini Photo Sessions
Please sign up today on the Sign Up Genius if you would like to participate. A portion of the proceeds benefits FSES PTA.
Please note that these spots tend to go very quickly!
Fall Drive for Share - Halloween Costumes
Do you have old Halloween costumes your kids have outgrown? If so, please consider donating them so that kids in need can "shop" for them at SHARE! There is a bin in the school lobby where you can place old costumes. Any size, including baby costumes, are welcome!
The drive will run through THIS Friday, October 11.
Any questions, please email Katie Sear at sear.katherine@gmail.com.
Movie Under the Stars - 10/25
FSES is presenting another movie night at Franklin Sherman on Friday, October 25th— mark your calendars! More details to come later…..
Spirit Wear for Sale
It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.
Shop Now
PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!
Wednesday, 10/16 5:30-6:30 pm (Literacy Night session to follow meeting)
Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm
Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am
Join the PTA
You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year. Join the PTA Today!
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FCPS This Week
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.
FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.
FCPS Cares Program
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Reporting All Day Absences
FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance. Please use using one of the methods below:
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ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
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Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
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Email the front office at franklinshermanelem.attendance@fcps.edu. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.
All Day Absences: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.
Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
Attendance Tip
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 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!
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