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Dear Mighty Red Bird Families,
We had a fantastic turnout at last week’s Heritage Night! It was inspiring to see families and students come together to celebrate our rich diversity, sharing food, stories, and traditions that reflect the vibrant cultures within our community. Your involvement made this event a huge success, and we are grateful to everyone who participated. A special thank you to our PTA for organizing and bringing such warmth to today’s Fall Sprinkle! It was a delightful treat for our staff.
Last week and this week, our teachers have been working diligently in data dialogues, reviewing assessment data to plan for upcoming instruction and interventions. These conversations allow us to celebrate student growth while also identifying next steps to ensure all students receive the support they need. We appreciate your ongoing partnership as we continue to work toward excellence in all areas of learning and growth.
Please remember to check your emails and complete the survey regarding early release Mondays. It's important that we know who will remain at school so we can plan accordingly and ensure that all students are dismissed safely. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter!
Warm regards,
Ms. Drake, Mrs. Long and Mrs. Agner
Upcoming Dates 📆
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 (contact KKMitchell@fcps.edu with questions)
Math is Everywhere! Talking to Your Children about Mathematics
Join the FCPS Elementary Math Team to discuss ways to engage your children in mathematics. During our time together we will highlight books, games, and other materials that assist you in talking about mathematics with your child throughout the day. Teaching math to your children doesn’t have to be intimidating. This webinar will provide concrete examples for caregivers with ideas to spark math joy.
October 18, 2024, 10-11:30 A.M. Register Online
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.
National School Lunch Week
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
Trunk or Treat
Attendance Tip:
🎒Every day in class counts towards success! Consistent attendance is the key to unlocking a world of knowledge for our students. See how you can encourage good attendance in elementary school: https://bit.ly/3TP2gdB
#AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #AttendanceMattersVA
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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PTA Updates!
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