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Upcoming Events
November 8 - Veteran's Day Celebration
November 11 - Holiday
November 18 - 3 Hour Early Release
November 19-20 - Math Nights
November 27-29 Thanksgiving Break
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 Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
A big đTHANK YOUđ to all families who have already filled out and submitted their form through ParentVue!!
Sangster currently has 28% submitted!
We are missing 667 surveys.
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Please complete it as soon as possible.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
 We are excited to invite all future Lake Braddock Bruins and Robinson Rams to attend the upcoming Lake Braddock vs Robinson football game tomorrow at 7PM, held at Lake Braddock! This event will be a fantastic opportunity for our young fans to cheer on their favorite team, experience the excitement of a live game, and enjoy a night out with family and friends.
Elementary students get in FREE, with a paying adult! Please wear your elementary schoolâs Spirit Wear and report to the Tennis Court Drive (near Door 11) for express check in. Want to buy your ticket ahead of time? TICKET LINK
Join us for a fun-filled evening, and letâs make some noise for the Bruins and Rams!
Join Us for the Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) Referral Refresher!
Attention Parents of Students in Grades 2-6!
If you missed our October meeting about the Full-Time Advanced Academics Program, donât worry! We invite you to a helpful Zoom session to catch up on everything you need to know about how to apply for Full-Time AAP services. Even if you attended the previous session, youâre welcome to join us to hear the information again!
What You'll Learn:
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Curriculum Overview: Explore FCPSâ rigorous Full-Time AAP instructional program in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
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How to Apply for the Program: Step-by-step guidance on the application process.
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Eligibility Criteria: Discover the holistic approach to central screening.
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Interactive Q&A: Engage with our AART, Linda Biberaj and get your questions answered!
Important: The referral deadline is December 15, so mark your calendars! Email completed referral forms to both LBiberaj@fcps.edu and JARedford@fcps.edu! Link to Full-Time AAP Form: https://www.fcps.edu/system/files/forms/2023-08/aap-fulltimeservicesreferralform-english.pdf
Date & Time: Thursday, November 14th 1:00 â 2:00
Zoom Link: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/92258647564?pwd=NC8aoq8QjIhcdPDK7ZkSUcbI8hMpsx.1
Canât Make It? If you have to miss this session, donât worry! We will have Zoom office hours available in December for any additional questions or support. You could also connect with Ms. Biberaj anytime at LBiberaj@fcps.edu.
đ Fall Student Testing Results
Screening Assessment Reports Available in SIS ParentVUE
Each fall, FCPS students take part in screening assessments for reading and mathematics to identify strengths and areas for support. Score reports for families are posted in ParentVUE in the âDocumentsâ section, generally about one month after testing has been completed.
- iReady reports in grades 1-8 and Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System (VALLSS) reports in grades 1-3 are available in ParentVUE now.Â
- VALLSS and Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP) reports for kindergarteners will be available by Friday, November 15, and for pre-K students by Friday, December 6.Â
- Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Growth reports for grades 6-12 will be available by Friday, December 13, following an extension to the fall testing window.Â
Visit FCPSâ website for additional information about student tests at each grade level, including what each test is for and when each test takes place. Caregivers may follow up with their childrenâs teachers for more information about how they use test results to support student success.
Friendly Reminders!
 đ No U-Turns & Slow Down!
U-Turns on Reservation Dr. are both illegal and very, very dangerous. We continue to get reports of cars making these illegal U-Turns. The safety of our school community is compromised every time someone does this. Please take the time to use Kiss-n-Ride and/or find another route to get back up to the Parkway.
Follow all posted Speed Limit signs. Going slowly by the school helps to ensure student, staff, and parent safety as everyone is coming and going. The crossing guard is there to help with the flow of traffic and guarantee all can cross safely. Follow all directions given by the police officer posted at the intersection.
Thank you!
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Attendance
Please remember to email or call the attendance line with any messages regarding your student's attendance. Absences and late arrivals should be reported to avoid getting a robo-call from FCPS. If you email the teacher to let them know about your student's attendance, please copy SangsterElem.Attendance@fcps.edu to ensure your message reaches our attendance staff. You can also call, 703-644-8282 to report any attendance messages.Â
The application period for Fuel Assistance 2025 began October 8th and will end on November 8th. This year, the state of Virginia pre-approved selected households for Fuel Assistance. If a family is unsure if they were pre-approved, please have them contact Jodie.White@fairfaxcounty.gov. If they were pre-approved, there is no need for them to submit an additional application.Â
đ Get to Know FCPS: Family Orientation
This interactive orientation seminar provides information about the school system, the links between family engagement and student achievement, school staff you should know, and programs and technology considerations for families. The orientation includes a discussion that is helpful for families new to the United States.
Sessions in English are held online on Tuesday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, December 10, at 6 p.m.; and Thursday, December 19, at 6 p.m. Register in advance.Â
Visit the Family Academy catalog page for dates this orientation will be offered in Arabic, Korean, and Spanish.
đď¸ Upcoming Events with the Family Academy
You are an important part of your child's education! The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. Browse Family Academy offerings.
đĽď¸ Free Webinars for Families
In November, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:
Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.
Military Families
Our Military Kids
Our Military KidsÂŽ is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering extracurricular activity grants to children and teens of deployed National Guard, deployed Reserve, or post-9/11 combat wounded, ill, or injured Veterans in treatment. OMK activity grants build the children's self-confidence, enhance family wellness, and strengthen a shared sense of community.
Military Child Care
Access to childcare directly affects mission readiness, morale, and retention of defense personnel worldwide. For this reason, the Department of Defense is committed to connecting military and DoD-affiliated families to quality, affordable childcare programs. For an overview of MCC and how you can request childcare for your family, watch this short video and/or select Learn More.
National Museum of the United States Army (Fort Belvoir)
Free general admission ticket reservations are encouraged. Walk-up tickets are available. â¨Up to 9 tickets per request. See Group Tickets for 10 tickets or more.
Military Family & Life Counselors
The Military and Family Life Counseling Program provides free, confidential non-medical counseling to service members, their families and survivors on or near installations. Trained to work with the military community, military and family life counselors deliver valuable counseling services, briefings and presentations to the military community.
Facebook groups for local military familiesÂ
GAMS -Â https://www.facebook.com/groups/greateralexandriamilitaryspouses/
PCS to DC -Â https://www.facebook.com/groups/PCSMilitaryMovetoVirginia
Fairfax County Spouses -Â https://www.facebook.com/groups/2053938148258566/
Other Resources
School Liaison Office â Fort Belvoir
EFMPÂ Military One Source
EFMP â Fort Belvoir
MWR â Fort Belvoir
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