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Hello Mantua Families,
There is so much fantastic learning inside of our classrooms and beyond! Our 5th graders collaborated with the Forestry and Facilities Teams for a fantastic morning of planting trees. Our little learners had a blast this week, too! Our 3rd graders explored the wild side at the National Zoo, where they saw everything from lions and tigers to pandas and monkeys. Our 1st-grade students picked the perfect pumpkins at Krop’s Crops, a local pumpkin patch with a fun vintage marketplace. A huge thanks to our amazing chaperones for making these field trips a success! Please plan to join us on Thursday evening for the PTA Meeting and Parent Information Night.
Upcoming Events:
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Run 4 Rocky: Join us on October 25th for our PTA fundraiser! Walk the track by grade level and support our school. Every donation counts!
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Spirit Week: Show your school spirit with themed outfits from October 21st-25th. Check out the schedule below:
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- Monday: School Spirit Day (wear Mantua gear or red)
- Tuesday: Team Day (wear your favorite team shirt or jersey)
- Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday (crazy hat/hair/clothes day)
- Thursday: Pajama Day (wear cozy pajamas)
- Friday: Run for Rocky (wear your R4R T-shirt and athletic shoes)
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Book Fair: Discover new reads at our Book Fair from October 24th-31st, with a special Saturday event on October 26th from 10 AM to 2 PM. Food trucks will be there too!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Take good care,
Ms. Shannon, Mr. Deixler, and Mrs. Vaughan
Save the Dates!
October 11: Yom Kippur, Religious and Cultural Observance
October 14: Staff Development Day, student holiday
October 15:AAP Fall Referral Deadline for New to FCPS in grades 3-6
October 18: Woodson Homecoming Parade
October 24-31: Mantua Book Fair
October 25: Mantua PTA Run 4 Rocky Event
October 26: Mantua Book Fair Opening Event, 10 AM -2 PM
October 31: Mantua Spirit Parade
November 1: Diwali and All Saint’s Day/Dia de los Muertos, staff and student holiday
November 4: School Planning Day, student holiday
November 5: Election Day, teacher workday and student holiday
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS School Calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.
PTA Meeting & Instructional Information Night
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Date: October 17, 2024
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Time: 5:30 PM
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Location: Mantua Library
For those unable to attend in person, the PTA meeting will be live-streamed.
Instructional Information Night: Following the PTA meeting, we will host an Instructional Information Night to provide essential updates on:
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Literacy Basal Curriculum (Benchmark): Learn about the new curriculum and its implementation in your child's classroom.
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Math Standards and Instructional Shifts: Understand the changes in math instruction and how they will benefit your child's learning.
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Progress Reports and Assessing Student Progress: Gain insights into how your child's progress is evaluated, marks are determined, and how you can stay informed.
Early Release Mondays
Many of you have already communicated the dismissal plan for your student. A communication was sent to you this afternoon that allows you to make plan changes to your October 21 dismissal plan. This survey is a CHANGE ONLY communication. If your plans for October 21 remain the same, no further action is needed. Students enrolled in PM SACC will attend SACC at 1:05 PM. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Shannon through Ms. Palomino at slpalomino@fcps.edu .
Here is a list of the remaining Early Release Mondays for the 2024-25 calendar year:
- October 21
- November 18
- February 10
- March 10
- April 21
- May 12
National School Lunch Week
Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
National School Lunch Week "X Marks the Tray." Karen Ray and our cafeteria staff are excited to participate in "X Marks the Tray," where students can find a sticker to win a sweet treat! Please note that only those students who purchase a hot lunch on October 16 are eligible to participate.
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.
The Positivity Project
Next week, our school will focus on the character strength of Integrity. Integrity means being honest, truthful, and genuine.
Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. People with integrity tell the truth and align their thoughts, feelings, and actions. They have the courage to stick to their beliefs, even if it means not following the crowd. Integrity is closely related to honesty and authenticity.
Integrity is essential for personal growth and well-being. When your thoughts, feelings, and actions are in harmony, you can grow and achieve your goals. Being authentic and genuine makes you more likable and trusted by others, improving your relationships.
To practice and encourage the character strength of integrity at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.
Thank you for your continued support!
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.
Religious and Cultural Observances
Yom Kippur
Today is Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. May all in our Jewish community observing Yom Kippur have an easy and meaningful fast. According to Jewish tradition, Yom Kippur is when God decides each person’s fate, so Jews are encouraged to make amends and ask forgiveness for sins committed during the past year. #OurFCPS
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
On the second Monday of October and the month of November, people all over the United States celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Native American Heritage Month. Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Quick Contacts & Links
Linda Shannon, Principal LCSshannon@fcps.edu
Rich Deixler, Assistant Principal RADeixler@fcps.edu
Colleen Vaughan, Assistant Principal CAVaughan@fcps.edu
Susan Palomino, Administrative/Finance Assistant SLPalomino@fcps.edu
Mergie Kakouris, Student Information Assistant, MBKakouris@fcps.edu
Fadwa Finaish, Office Assistant, FFinaish@fcps.edu
Judy Toy, Office Assistant, JPToy@fcps.edu
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