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FSES Community,
I hope everyone had a wonderful, long weekend with the gorgeous weather. Last week we had a fun Storybook character day where staff and students dressed up. Students voted on group and individual costumes of the staff. There was a fun competitive spirit throughout the building. We also had a lovely grilled cheese and tomato soup for all the staff. Thank you to the PTA for generously donating so much food and drinks for this event.
We also started our student recognition program at the end of the week. Each month the students will be nominated by staff members based on one of the FCPS Portrait of a Graduate attributes. The past month the first “Paws-a-tive Panda Award” celebrated students who were demonstrating skills as good collaborators. These are announced on Panda News Network and certificates are given out by Mrs. Thomas & Mr. Ralston during the day.
I hope you were each able to set up a time to meet with your child’s teacher for feedback on the first quarter. We are excited to begin the 2nd quarter and look forward to continuing to work together to help each and every student grow this year.
Farris Thomas
Principal
Franklin Sherman ES
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November 8 Nomination Deadline: Outstanding Employees
November 11 Veteran's Day Holiday
November 13 PTA Dine Out Night
November 14 Franklin Sherman's 100th Anniversary
November 27-29 Thanksgiving Holiday
December 11 PTA Meeting
December 23-January 3 Winter Vacation
School Calendar: 2024-25
Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.
Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:
AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:
The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.
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Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for Franklin Sherman ES Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link as specified below. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)
All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements and links to the nomination forms are below.
There are so many great staff in our building, please take the time to recognize and nominate them.
Outstanding Teacher Nomination Form
Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category
Outstanding New Teacher Nomination Form
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category
Outstanding New Principal Nomination Form
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)
Outstanding Leader Nomination Form
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location
Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services
Outstanding Professional Employee Nomination Form
Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location
Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades
Outstanding Operational Employee Nomination Form
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location
Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons
The deadline to submit a nomination is November 8, 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Tan.
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Spirit Wear for Sale
It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.
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PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!
Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm
Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am
Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am
Join the PTA
You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year. Join the PTA Today!
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FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Return You Federal Impact Aid Survey
- Opportunity to Review Social Studies Classroom Resources
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.
FCPS Cares Program
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Reporting All Day Absences
FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance. Please use using one of the methods below:
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ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
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Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
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Email the front office at franklinshermanelem.attendance@fcps.edu. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.
All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.
Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
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