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In our SEES school community, we S.O.A.R., meaning that we demonstrate: Support, Optimism, Acceptance, and Responsibility.
Dear Springfield Estates Elementary Families,
This week has been full of wonderful moments here at Springfield Estates, and I am so proud of our Eagles community. This morning, we had the pleasure of hosting our annual Muffins for Military breakfast, a heartfelt event where we came together to honor the sacrifices and commitments of our military families. Seeing so many of you join us as we recognized the incredible dedication and resilience of our military community was truly inspiring. Thank you to all who attended, and a special thank you to our veterans and their families, who bring such strength and dedication to our school. As a Purple Star School, supporting our military families is a key part of our mission, and we are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate you. A huge thank you as well to Ms. Hardek for spearheading this meaningful event!
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This November, we’re also thrilled to launch our Read-A-Fun Fundraiser, hosted by our amazing PTA. From now until the end of the month, we’ll be encouraging our Eagles to dive into books, set reading goals, and track their progress. Not only is this a fantastic way to foster a love of reading, but it also gives our students the chance to support our school through their dedication and hard work. Funds raised will go toward the PTA’s efforts to ensure every student has access to a wealth of knowledge and opportunities. I can’t wait to see how much reading our Eagles accomplish this month!
Thank you to our PTA and all families who continue to support our school through involvement, donations, and enthusiasm for learning. Together, we’re building a strong, supportive, and inspiring environment where our students can soar.
Let’s keep making it a fantastic November, Springfield Eagles! As always, feel free to reach out with any questions or ideas to help make Springfield Estates Elementary the best it can be for our students.
Warm regards,
April Martin
Proud Principal
P.S. Don't forget to follow us on social media for daily updates and photos! https://www.facebook.com/seeseagles and https://x.com/SEESrSIX
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Upcoming Dates & Reminders:
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November 11: Veteran's Day Holiday. School closed for staff and students.
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November 13: Coffee & Conversation with PTA Meeting. SEES Cafeteria, 9:30 a.m. The topic will be ParentVUE.
- November 15: SCA Spirit Day: Minions Day!
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November 18: Three Hour Early Dismissal.
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November 21: Thanksgiving Luncheon. Details coming soon.
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November 21: FLE Preview Night. See below for details.
- November 22: SCA Spirit Day: Dress Like A Turkey Day!
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November 22: SEES PTA Turkey Bingo. Details in today's Friday Folder.
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November 27, 28 & 29: Thanksgiving Holiday. School closed for staff and students.
Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month
As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.
Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair
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.
Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students
Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.
Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.
Tutoring Resources for Families
Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.
FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.
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