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Upcoming Events
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Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21- FES PTA Restaurant Night @ Hangry Burger
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Wednesday, November 27- Friday, November 29- Thanksgiving Holiday- No School
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December 7: Franconia Night at the Wizards - 7:00 PM
Calendar Reminder
Schools and offices will be closed Wednesday, November 27 through Friday, November 29, for the Thanksgiving holiday.
See the complete school year calendar
Feeling the breeze and the wonder at the Children's Museum!
Counselor Corner
Character Trait of the Month
In November, we highlighted the character trait of Gratitude - The feeling of being thankful, or showing appreciation towards others.
Here’s the student video for student’s who portrayed Gratitude this month: https://youtu.be/niE99mK37jc
We are so proud of our Gratitude award winners!
Exploring history in Jamestown with our fourth grade adventurers!
Our Lost & Found is overflowing! Sweaters, Coats, Hats, Water Bottles, Lunch Boxes, Books, etc. Please swing by the next time you are in our building and take a look. Always label your children(s) items so that they can be returned to them if found. Unclaimed items will be donated during the winter break.
Library Spotlight
Library Volunteers Needed!
Mrs. Vandersande is looking for a weekly volunteer at 9:15 on Wednesdays. Please email her at dmvandersand@fcps.edu if you are interested!
The library is also desperate for shelving volunteers on a drop-in basis! Reach out to Debby Vandersande at dmvandersand@fcps.edu to get started.
Book Bingo
All students are invited to join the fun with Book Bingo! Students can count any books that they read independently or books that are read to them! This is a great chance to read with your students and establish strong reading habits.
Book Bingo challenges are monthly, and November Book Bingo starts now! View the November Book Bingo Board here.
Teamwork in action! Students, staff, and families coming together to give our garden a fresh start.
PTA Updates
Franconia Night at the Wizards
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Join your fellow Penguins on December 7th as the Washington Wizards take on the Denver Nuggets! We've reserved seats in Sections 430 and 431 so that we can all enjoy the game together. Tickets are $51 each. Click the link to purchase your tickets: Franconia Elementary Night at the Wizards.
Game time is at 7 PM, and we encourage you to grab your tickets soon before the section fills up! This is a great opportunity to enjoy a fun evening with fellow Franconia families. Let’s show our school spirit and cheer on the Wizards together!
Spirit Night at Hangry Burger
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Craving a delicious burger while supporting the Franconia PTA? Mark your calendars for Hangry Burger Spirit Night on November 20 and 21! Bring your friends and family to enjoy mouth-watering meals, and a portion of the proceeds will go directly to support the Franconia PTA.
📍 Location: Hangry Burger
6699 Frontier Dr Suite G
Springfield, VA 22150
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Don't forget to mention Franconia PTA when you place your order. Let's come together for two nights of great food and community spirit. We can't wait to see you there!
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.
Calendar Reminders
November
- National Career Development Month
By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school. Based on the needs of the populations served, each school determines optional courses to be offered. Learn more about Academies and Specialized Programs.
- Native American Heritage Month
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.
- National Family Engagement Month
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.
November 27 and 29 - Thanksgiving
Schools and offices will be closed November 27-29. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, December 2. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving.
December
December 2 - National Special Education Day
National Special Education Day is recognized each year on Dec. 2 and commemorates President Gerald Ford’s signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975. We celebrate our teachers and staff who serve and support our students with special needs, as well as our families who are partners in the education and support of those students!
Learn more about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
December 8 - Bodhi Day
Bodhi Day, Friday, December 8, is the Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment, also known as bodhi in Sanskrit and Pali.
December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break (Student Holiday)
As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 23, to Friday, January 3. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year. Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
December 25 - Christmas
A very Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the person who stands at the heart of the Christian tradition. It is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world, most commonly by the joyous giving of gifts. Learn more about Christmas.
December 25 - Chanukah
Chanukah, an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25
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