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Hello Dolphin Families,
We wish a fun Diwali to all celebrating! Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs & some Buddhists. The festival represents the symbolic victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.
This week we recognize those in our community observing All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos. For Catholics, All Saints Day (November 1) celebrates all those who are with God in Heaven, known and unknown. All Souls Day (November 2), known in Mexico and Latin America as Día de los Muertos, is a day of remembrance and prayer for all those who have died, especially for the souls who may be in purgatory. These special days are celebrated by Catholics, Anglicans, and some Protestants throughout the world.
We hope that everyone has a safe and enjoyable weekend!
Mrs. Jill D. Stewart, Principal
Ms. Melanie N. Porter, Assistant Principal
November is Native American Heritage Month, National Career Development Month, National Family Engagement Month
1- *Diwali / Día de los Muertos and All Saints Day, All Schools and Offices Closed
3- Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall Back)
This Sunday, November 3, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time ends. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!
4- School Planning, No School for Students
5- Election Day / Teacher Workday, No School for Students
Don’t forget to get out and vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5! The day will be observed as a holiday for students and a teacher work day. For more information, visit the Virginia Department of Elections webpage
8- Lake Anne observance of Veterans Day (information below)
11- Veterans Day, schools will be closed for students.
11-15- National School Psychology Week
18-22- American Education Week
21- National Family Engagement Day
27-29- Thanksgiving Break, schools and offices will be closed
2024-25 Lake Anne Elementary School Events Calendar
2024-25 FCPS Standard School Calendar
Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.
FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.
Additionally, every school has a family liaison who will welcome and orient families, and help them understand the school's culture, policies, procedures, and practices. They can help connect families to resources in the community. Family liaisons might also assist a family in transitioning to a new school and encourage family-school partnerships to help ensure their student's success and healthy development.
If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives.
Veterans Day is Monday, November 11, 2024 and since there is no school on this day we will be observing Veterans Day on Friday, November 8, 2024. At our school, we are committed to honoring our veterans and their important contributions to our community and nation. We have planned a special day to show our appreciation.
We warmly invite our community veterans to join us on this day. You'll have the opportunity to participate in various activities and events at our school, such as a performance by our Lake Anne Chorus and the chance to meet and engage with our students. You can also share your valuable insights and experiences from your time in the armed forces.
The day will kick off with a chorus performance at 9:30 AM, and we'd be delighted to have you with us. To help us prepare for your visit, please take a moment to fill out this Google Form if you're interested in joining us. Your presence and wisdom will play an essential role in educating our students about the diverse roles veterans have played in our community and nation.
We sincerely thank you for your service and look forward to celebrating this important day together.
This week, which Lake Anne Elementary staff member(s) did you see making a SPLASH doing ordinary things in an extraordinary way?! Please help us in recognizing their outstanding contributions by submitting an FCPS CARES for them.
For questions, please email employeeawards@fcps.edu.
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