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 the FCPS school year calendar and visit the Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
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3 Hour Early Release Monday, October 21st
This will be our second Early Release Monday. Dismissal begins at 1:05pm.
- If your child will be going home a different way than they did on Monday, September 16th, the first Early Release Monday, please let your child's teacher know.
- Please do not call the front office after 12:00pm to make a change to your child's dismissal plan.
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What is Your Child Learning this Year?
Instruction in Virginia's public schools is guided by the Standards of Learning (SOL). The standards describe the expectations for student learning, assessment, and achievement in grades K-12. Visit this link to learn more about the content that is being taught in your child's classroom!
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PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)
The PTO has extended their membership drive: The class with the most sign-ups from each grade by Monday October 7th at 11:59pm will win a popsicle party! Membership is $25/family and helps support the PTO. Sign up today at https://www.ptaglenforest.org/become-a-member or bring cash to the front office.
Stay up-to-date with PTO news by visiting www.ptaglenforest.org or checking our social media: Facebook: Glen Forest Elementary School PTO X (formerly Twitter)/Instagram: @glenforetspto
Kathleen Donovan, PTO President, 2024-2025 glenforestpta@gmail.com
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The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 4: Equitable Access to Opportunities
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.
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Mark Your Calendars!
Thursday, October 3rd - No School - Rosh Hashanah
Friday, October 4th - No School for Students - Teacher Workday
Tuesday, October 8th - PTO Restaurant Night - Five Guys 4:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, October 10th - After School PTO Clubs 4:30pm-5:30pm
Monday, October 14th - No School for Students - Staff Development Day
Wednesday, October 16th - Family Food Market 5:30pm-6:30pm
Thursday, October 17th - Family Engagement Meeting - Topic: Zones of Regulations presented by our Behavior Wellness Team - 10:00am in the cafe and via Zoom (link will be sent)
Monday, October 21st - 3 Hour Early Release for Students (1:05pm dismissal)
Monday, October 21st - PTO Meeting 7:30pm-8:00pm via https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/92982945083
Wednesday, October 23rd - Understanding the Full-Time AAP Screening Process - all 2nd-5th grade parents invited - 6:30pm - GFES cafe
Thursday, October 31st - 2 Hour Early Release for all students
Friday, November 1st - No School (observance of Diwali & All Saints Day)
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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 take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
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Glen Forest ES Administrative Team
Pictured from left to right:
Jessica Green, Assistant Principal for Pre-K, 1st Grade and Special Education, jgreen@fcps.edu
Alexandra Bowman, Assistant Principal for 2nd and 3rd Grade, akbowman@fcps.edu
Dee Dee Herndon-Wilson, Principal, dlherndonwi1@fcps.edu
Chris Musgnug, Assistant Principal for Kindergarten, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade, ccmusgnug@fcps.edu
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If you have any comments, concerns, questions, or compliments, please email me at dlherndonwi1@fcps.edu. Thank you for sharing your children with us and for your continued partnership in their education.
From Many, We are ONE! Team Glen Forest! #GFeaglessoar
Warmly,
Dee Dee Herndon-Wilson, Your Proud Principal
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