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Wednesday officially kicked off our 2nd quarter of the school year! During this short week, our staff have used this opportunity to reteach school-wide procedures, routines, and expectations. This aligns nicely with ways our Mustangs can earn Mustang Marks for their House.
Prior to the end of the 1st quarter, we had an awesome school-wide House Pep Rally where we revealed which House each of our classroom communities and staff members are part of. All students were given a House t-shirt free of charge. Please work with your Mustang to make sure that they take care of their t-shirt and keep in it a safe place so that they are able to wear it at future House spirit days.
This month, we have a lot of exciting events and activities planned! Today, we celebrated Veterans Day by having a school-wide sing along where our Mustangs sang patriotic songs. Students also had the opportunity to meet some of the Veterans who are part of the McNair Upper ES family. On November 21st, we will celebrate our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon. We look forward to welcoming family members who R.S.V.P.ed to join us. Lastly, we will celebrate Thanksgiving Break on November 27th-November 29th. Please make sure to mark these important dates on your calendar.
I wish everyone a wonderful long weekend! If you see a Veteran, please make sure to thank them for their service.
My Best,
Mrs. Goddin
Your Proud Principal
This is a friendly reminder that all schools in FCPS will be closed on Monday, November 11th in honor of Veterans Day.
On behalf of the McNair Upper ES community, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of those who have served or are currently serving. Thank you for keeping us safe and protecting our rights. You serve as a great symbol of bravery!
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Attention 6th grade students! Do you like playing basketball? If so, you’re in luck!
Mr. Smalley and Mr. Credle will be hosting a basketball club every Friday morning at 8:00 AM during the 2nd quarter of school in the McNair Upper gym. This club will start next Friday, November 15th at 8:00 AM and is open to boys and girls in 6th grade only. See you there!
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Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School.
The event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Register in advance.
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This is a friendly reminder that every time you visit a school in FCPS, you are expected to show a valid driver's license or government-issued ID.
If you plan to visit McNair Upper for a parent-teacher conference, to volunteer, to attend a special event during school hours, or to check-in/checkout your Mustang, the main office staff will ask you for one. This rule also applies for family members who visit our school frequently.
Please help our main office staff keep our Mustangs safe by assisting us in doing your part.
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Each year during the month of November, we like to provide all of our classroom communities a pumpkin where our Mustangs document all of the wonderful things they are thankful for on it. We then use these pumpkins for our centerpieces at our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.
We are hoping to collect 40 large or medium-sized pumpkins so that each of our homeroom classes and specialists' classrooms at McNair Upper ES can have one.
If you are able to donate a pumpkin, please fill out the very brief Google Form below. Pumpkins can be dropped off at the main office beginning on Monday, October 28th.
Thankful & Grateful Pumpkin Donation
If you have questions, please email Mrs. Goddin, Principal, at MMGoddin@fcps.edu. Thank you in advance for your support!
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The Federal Government owns property in Fairfax County, and those properties are removed from the local tax base. FCPS is eligible to apply for Federal Impact Aid funds as reimbursement for the lost tax revenue. FCPS uses the Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students and to support our request for Impact Aid resources, which become part of FCPS' general operating budget. Federally connected students are children of active-duty uniformed services personnel, children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing, and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.
McNair Upper Elementary School participates in this annual survey. Families are encouraged to complete the survey through ParentVUE beginning October 21st.
Here is more information about the Federal Impact Aid Survey that was shared with all families earlier this week:
The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online.
The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify:
- Military families.
- Federally connected families.
- Families living on a military base.
Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.
For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.
Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.
Full Time AAP Referrals
Referrals for Full Time AAP Screening are due no later than December 15th at 11:59 p.m. This is a firm deadline, and no exceptions will be made. Please refer to this checklist for links to referral documents and submission instructions. Here is the link: AAP Checklist Link
Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Janofsky
Mrs. Janofsky will host office hours on Zoom to answer questions and provide clarity around the Full Time AAP Screening Process. Individual parent meetings will not be scheduled. If one of these times does not work for you, please email your question directly to Mrs. Janofsky at mljanofsky@fcps.edu.
- Friday 11/8, 11am-12pm
- Friday 11/15 9am-10am
- Friday 11/22 1pm-2pm
- Monday 12/2 1pm-2pm
- Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm
Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Janofsky ahead of time if you would like translation services.
Advanced Academic Programs: Services in Middle and High School – Virtual Information Session
Parents and Guardians of ALL 6th grade students are invited to attend an information session hosted by the Advanced Academic Resource Teachers (AARTs) from elementary schools within the Carson MS Pyramid and the Carson Middle School AART. The AARTs will jointly present an Overview of Advanced Academic Programs in Middle School and High School. The presentation will cover topics including the goals of AAP in FCPS, the AAP Continuum of Services in Middle and High School, Honors vs. AAP courses, and Math offerings available to students in middle school.
*Closed Captioning will be available in Spanish*
We will record this session and share the link afterwards for any families not able to join at this time.
Date: Wednesday, November 20th
Time: 9:30-10:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting using this link:
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96039005092?pwd=CtSji1gX0rntAL1rGVtVHF1wWLk60N.1
Meeting ID 960 3900 5092
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We would love the help of our McNair families to stock both of our school's teacher workrooms with snacks, treats, and drinks for our hard working staff members to enjoy while they plan engaging lessons and activities for our Mustangs.
If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:
Fall Snacks Sign-Up Form
Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Thank you in advance for your support!
Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson
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Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!
Reflections 2024-2025
If you've signed up for the PTA Reflections 2024-2025, it's time to submit your work. Just make sure to follow all the instructions. Good luck!
Submission Format: Digital
Submissions Due Date: November 13th, 2024
Submission Details Link: https://mcnairespta.givebacks.com/w/reflections
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Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser
Harris Teeter’s Together In Education program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. A percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn.
Instruction for Families:
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Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
- Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.
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Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090
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 Taco Bamba Fundraiser is happening soon!
Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024
mention the coupon code or the organization’s name upon ordering in-store for credit.
When purchasing gift cards or ordering online through Taco Bamba’s website,
guests will enter the code: GIVE20 in the coupon code area at check-out.
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Volunteers Needed!
We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:
- Movie Night
- Bingo Night
- Running Event (fun run or color run)
- International Night/Cultural Fair
- Student Talent Show
- Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
- 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony
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What Does an Event Coordinator Do?
Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.
We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections. We'd love for you to join us!
Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu
PTA General Meeting
The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information
Any questions? send an email toboard@mcnairespta.org
Thank you for all your support!
Warm Regards,
Sayanti Dasgupta,
VP Communications McNair ES PTA
- November 11th: Veterans Day; school closed
- November 20th: PTA General Membership Meeting at 6:30 PM/McNair Upper ES
- November 21st: Thanksgiving Luncheon (The R.S.V.P. window closed for this event on October 31st.)
- November 27th-November 29th: Thanksgiving Holiday; school closed
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