 In This Message:
- Principals' Message
- PTA News and Announcements
- Grades 3-6 Field Day Next Friday
- School Picture Day
- Social Studies Basal Review
- Immunization Clinics
- Advanced Academics Information
- Strategic Plan
- Community Conversations
- District News/ In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
- Upcoming Dates
Principals' Message
Hello Floris Families!
We had another wonderful week of learning at Floris! The return of sunshine has brought renewed energy to our building, and our students thoroughly enjoyed their time at recess.
As a reminder, Monday is a school planning day. It's hard to believe we're already nearing the end of the first quarter! Your child’s teacher will be reaching out soon to schedule first quarter conferences. During these meetings, we’ll discuss your child's social, emotional, and academic progress at Floris. We’re excited to share all the successes and our plans to support your child's growth throughout the school year.
Wishing you a beautiful weekend! We look forward to seeing everyone next week!
Sincerely,
Joshua DeSmyter, Principal
Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal
PTA News and Announcements
- A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers who made the Fun Run a success! The event was truly wonderful, but it wouldn’t have been possible without the countless hours of behind-the-scenes effort. We are so grateful to have such a dedicated and supportive community. Thank you all!
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Join us next Wednesday, October 16 at 6:30 PM in the Library for the October PTA Meeting. We have a lot to discuss and vote on regarding our new funds. |
Bingo Night is coming! Save-the-date for October 25. Register to attend! There is a capacity limit. |
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Check out all of our October events below:
Grades 3-6 Field Day
Our physical education teachers, Mr. Barber and Mr. Morales, are excited to team up with our teachers and parent volunteers to host a field day for students in grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 on Friday, October 18. This field day is about collaboration, team-building, sportsmanship, and FUN! This is a special opportunity to build community within our classrooms and grade-levels.
Be on the lookout for a message for our 3rd-6th grade families TOMORROW to go over the specifics of this fun event, including volunteer opportunities to support the activities for field day.
Please also make a mental note that our Kindergarten-2nd grade students will have their Field Day in the spring. Thank you for your support and understanding with this event and we look forward to welcoming our families on October 31 for our annual Harvest Parade!
📸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
📚 Social Studies Basal Resources Review
FCPS is adopting Social Studies Basal Resources for the 2025-26 school year. Basal resources are the primary resources used to support instruction in a given subject. Public review of the instructional materials under consideration — which is part of the process for selecting new resources — is underway. Visit the Community Review webpage for more information on how to view the materials online or in person.
All community feedback will be shared with School Board members before they vote to select materials in spring 2025. FCPS adopts basal resources by the process outlined in Regulation 3004.
Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students
Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:
- Tuesday, October 8, 3-7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.
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 to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.
Elementary School Clinics
The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.
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).
✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation
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.
Our final goal is Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation. We are preparing our students for a future that has yet to be imagined. We must give them the skills they will need to succeed. Watch this video to see students exploring and preparing for careers through Career and Technical Experience programs. See how Goal 5 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:
- All FCPS Schools Accredited
- How FCPS Is Teaching Reading and Writing
- Become a Special Education Teacher
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 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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