Greenbriar West ES Thursday Folder 10-03-2024

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Dates to Remember:

Thursday, October 3:  Rosh Hashanah Holiday -- School Closed 

Friday, October 4:  Teacher Workday -- Students Holiday

Monday, October 14: Staff Development Day -- Student Holiday

Monday, October 28:  Early Release Monday, 12:55pm

Thursday, October 31:  Quarter End, 2-hour Early Release, 1:55pm

Friday, November 1: Diwali Holiday -- School Closed

November 4-5: Teacher Workdays -- Student Holiday

Monday November 11: Veteran's Day Holiday -- School Closed


Principal's Message


Cell Phone Policy

FCPS' cell phone expectations for students help foster engagement, learning, and positive social behavior in the classroom. 

We encourage families to talk to their student about the FCPS cell phone policy and support their student by:

  • Contacting the school’s front office (rather than the student directly) if there is a family emergency.
  • Only communicating about non-urgent matters before or after the school day. 
  • Waiting to respond to non-urgent texts from students until the school day is over.

The usage policies below apply to all FCPS students, with the exception of schools participating in the school year 2024-25 cell phone storage pilot program. More information on the storage pilot program can be found here.

 

  • Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school only.
  • Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
  • Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency.
  • With the approval of the principal or their designee, teachers may allow usage of cell phones for instructional activities where they are the most appropriate tool; however, one-to-one FCPS devices should meet most needs.

smart watch

Most Important to Note Regarding

Smart Watches

  • Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.

youth survey

FAIRFAX COUNTY YOUTH SURVEY

6th GRADE STUDENTS

November 14, 2024

The Fairfax County Youth Survey, a collaboration between the Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is a comprehensive, anonymous, and voluntary survey given each year to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12. The survey examines behaviors, experiences, and other factors that influence the health and well-being of Fairfax County's youth. The results, published each year at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/youthsurvey, identify trends and areas of need, providing a snapshot of the county's youth and serving as a barometer of the community's effectiveness in fostering healthy choices in young people

Greenbriar West ES will be administering the Fairfax County Youth Survey on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 9:30am.

While it is our hope that as many students as possible will participate, if you do not wish for your child to take part in the Youth Survey, please complete the form linked here and return it to your child's school counselor no later than November 1, 2024. If you have already opted your child out of this survey using the Parental Digital Consent Portal you do not need to provide additional information to the school counselor.

running clu

Running and walking promotes good cardiovascular health, increased self-esteem, and helps to promote the importance of being physically fit.  Getting some exercise before school can increase oxygen flow to the brain and promote concentration.  We encourage all students and parents to join in on the fun.

 

If you have questions regarding signing up for Running Club, please contact Mr. Justin Crede at the following email addresses:

JCCrede@fcps.edu or JCCrede@fcpsschools.net

 

24-25 Spring Running Club Will Begin
Wednesday Sep. 25th - Nov. 22nd

 

What do you need for the Running Club?

Good shoes for running/walking
Water bottle recommended

When Do We Meet?
Wednesday’s & Friday’s
Before School
8:00 am – 8:45 am

Where Do We Meet?
By Door #6 (Gym door connecting to Blacktop)

Why Running Club?
Running and walking promotes good cardiovascular health,
increased self-esteem, and helps to promote the importance of
being physically fit. Getting some exercise before school can
increase oxygen flow to the brain and promote concentration.
We encourage all students and parents to join in on the fun.

All students interested in the Running/Walking Club can use the
QR code to fill out an online registration form.

Running/Walking Club is weather permitting -

IF IT IS RAINING OR TOO COLD

Running/Walking Club may be
canceled.

 

chantilly pyramid

haunted

Chantilly High School Haunted House!!

Mark your calendar for one of our local area’s favorite fall events - the Chantilly High School Haunted House! Along with the Haunted House, there will be games, face painting, and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers Field Hockey, Girls Soccer & Girls Lacrosse programs.

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Chantilly High School

1pm to 5pm (less scary)

6pm to 10pm (for braver goblins)

Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door).

To order your tickets, use the QR code or log on to www.CHSHauntedHouse.com