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Dear Mighty Red Bird Families,
It's been a great week at The Nest! We enjoyed a wonderful character building assembly, "Magic in You" by Joe Romano. Thank you to our amazing PTA for sponsoring this meaningful experience for our students.
We have lots of upcoming opportunities to come together over the next month.
Heritage Night: A Community Celebration
Join us for a night of cultural exploration and connection at Heritage Night!
When: Thursday, October 10th, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: Blacktop at Cardinal Forest Elementary School
Discover the rich tapestry of our community as we share stories, traditions, and favorite foods. Explore different cultures, learn about new hobbies, and celebrate our shared experiences.
New this year: Showcase your heritage through plants and flowers! Ms. Cooper has set aside a special area in the CFES garden for families to bring greenery from their countries or regions.
Please sign up if you would like to participate.
Don't miss these other exciting events:
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Pyramid Challenge: Register your student for this free fun run on October 15th. Register HERE
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Career Day: Share your expertise and inspire our students by volunteering as a career speaker. Career Day Speaker Sign up.
Let's come together as a community and celebrate our diversity!
Ms. Drake, Mrs. Long and Mrs. Agner
Upcoming Dates 📆
October 10 - Heritage Night (5:30 pm - 7:30 pm)
October 14: NO SCHOOL - Indigenous Peoples Day
October 15: AAP Referral Deadline for New FCPS Students
October 18: Federal Impact Aid Survey
October 21: 3-Hour Early Release Monday (Students Dismiss at 12:55 p.m.)
October 31: 1st Quarter Ends (2-Hr. Early Release at 1:55 p.m.)
November 1: NO SCHOOL - Diwali
November 4-5: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Days
November 16 - West Springfield Pyramid Challenge (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
November 21 - Make Up Picture Day
December 15: Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline
Arrival and Dismissal Notes
Thank you for your attention and diligence ensuring a safe Arrival and Dismissal for all our Mighty Red Birds.
A few reminders:
* Use the Crosswalks to walk to and from school
* Do not park in residential areas
* Remember to drop off and pick up by car through Kiss & Ride only
As a reminder, doors open at 8:55 for students.
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Indigenous Peoples' Day is a time to honor the cultures, histories, and contributions of Native peoples. It encourages reflection, learning, and respect for the diverse indigenous communities that have shaped our nation.
Federal Impact Aid Survey - October 18th
More information to come! Please be sure to sign in your SIS ParentVUE account to complete this important survey.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.
FCPS uses the survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students. On October 18th, the survey will be made available to FCPS families. The survey is available online through ParentVue. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from their child's school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.
Trunk or Treat
West Springfield Pyramid Challenge
What: West Springfield Pyramid Challenge
When: Saturday, November 16; 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Irving Middle School
The Pyramid Challenge registration site is LIVE! Register HERE.
The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that was started over a decade ago. Students from the 7 elementary schools in the West Springfield Pyramid will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event will also include a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Register your student using the website below - note that registration ends on Tuesday, October 15! https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Springfield/WestSpringfieldPyramidChallenge
AAP Screening
The Fall screening window for Full-Time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) is now open for students new to Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) since January 2024. The deadline to submit a referral is October 15, 2024.
Spring Screening - referral and optional materials are due by December 15.
Learn More:
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AAP Overview Sessions: Missed the live sessions? No problem! Access the slides for a comprehensive overview of the AAP program.
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Fall AAP 2024 Newsletter: Get all the details about the program in the Fall Newsletter.
Referral Forms::
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Referral Form and Questionnaire: Referral forms for all advanced academic program services are found here. Additionally, you can reference the optional parent questionnaire. Submit them to Ms. Karen Mitchell, Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, at KKMitchell@fcps.edu.
Upcoming Events:
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6th Grade Parent Information Night: Learn more about the AAP program specifically for 6th graders on November 7th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
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6th Grade General Curriculum Night: Get an overview of the general curriculum for 6th grade on January 16th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Questions?
Don't hesitate to contact Ms. Karen Mitchell (KKMitchell@fcps.edu) with any questions you might have about the AAP program or the application process.
Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events
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!
FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of the entire Mighty Red Bird Community.
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