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Cougar Calendar

October 14th: Staff Development Day-Student Holiday

October 15th: Family Science Night 6:00-7:30 PM

Parent Coffee: Understanding Beginning-of-Year Assessments 5:15 PM

October 16th: Unity Day-Wear Orange

Parent Coffee: Understanding Beginning-of-Year Assessments 9:30 AM

October 17th: Family Book Club 8:15 AM (library)

October 18th: Woodson Homecoming Parade 4:30 PM 

October 21st: Early Release 1:05 PM

October 31st: Storybook Character Day

                       End of first quarter-early release 2:05 

November 1st: Diwali- Student Holiday

November 4th: School Planning Day- Student Holiday

November 5th:  Teacher Workday- Student Holiday

Please bookmark the FCPS School Calendar to stay informed about school holidays, breaks, and observances.


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Each week, the admin team has been recognizing students who demonstrate our behavior expectations (persevere, accept responsibility, work together, show respect) by putting up our "PAWS" on the morning announcements. This week, our news crew wanted to recognize our awesome custodians by putting up their "PAWS" as well!

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Our 2nd annual Fun Run was a huge success! Students had a blast participating and enjoying the music. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible!


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Notes from the Administration

Dear CWES Families,

We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to our PTA for organizing another incredible Fun Run! The event was a tremendous success, filled with laughter and excitement. Our students and staff had an absolute blast participating and cheering each other on.

A special shout-out goes to our amazing PE teachers, Ms. Bruce and Mr. Healey, for their dedication and enthusiasm in making the Fun Run such a memorable experience. Their energy and support were invaluable.

If you haven't already, please consider donating to support our school. Every contribution helps fund important programs and resources for our students.

Our next early release is on Monday, October 21st. Teachers are confirming with families who indicated their student requires supervision until 4:05. If there is a change in your child's after-school plans, please contact the school office at (703) 764-5600 as soon as possible.

 

Have a wonderful weekend,

Leslie Malkowski, Kristi McGeehan, and Mindy Milliron

CWES Administrative Team


National Bullying Prevention Month

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  • October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition. 

Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”

For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student. 


 

Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day. See the complete school year calendar.

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Friday, October 11, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. There is school that day, but important events will not occur after school. See the complete school year calendar.


🎤 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.


Celebrating the Power of School Lunches

Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers. 

This School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. Also, new menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback. 

Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? Nutrition Services now has printable menus.


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: 

  • Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Transportation options are available.

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.