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We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving Break!
Terra Centre Families,
As we approach Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued partnership in your child’s education. Your support and collaboration mean the world to us and play a vital role in our school community's success. May your holiday be filled with warmth, joy, and cherished moments with loved ones. Wishing you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
As a reminder, FCPS schools and offices will be closed November 27-29. We look forward to welcoming students back on Monday, December 2.
Our next 3 hour early release for K-6 students is on Monday, December 9. All K-6 families should have received an email with a link to document your child's dismissal. It is important that all families fill out the form in a timely manner to ensure all students are accounted for on this day.
Please scroll down to review important reminders and information.
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Teresa Lewis, Assistant Principal
Important Reminders
Kiss and Ride Update
When entering Kiss & Ride, please follow Marshall Pond Road to Pond Spice Lane to Burke Centre Parkway and follow the entire loop to exit on to Burke Centre Parkway. Please avoid U-turns at the intersection of Pond Spice Lane and Burke Centre Parkway.
Benchmark Advance Unit Assessments
Grade levels are completing End-of-Unit Benchmark Advance Assessments on grade level standards, and teachers will be sending home a letter and assessment report in the next two weeks.
AAP Screening Support
Ms. Roukas (Advanced Academic Resource Teacher) will be holding Full-Time Screening Virtual Office Hours to support any families with questions about full-time AAP referrals. Two sessions will be offered:
Tuesday, November 26: 12:30-1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 4: 4:00-4:30 p.m.
Please click here to submit questions if you are unable to attend. The link to join the office hours: AAP Screening Support Office Hours. As a reminder, full-time AAP referrals are due by Sunday, December 15.
SCA Spirit Day
TC Art Show December 5
Fall Book Fair December 2-December 6
 Click on the following link to read more and create an eWallet account:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/terracentre
Candy Wrapper Collection
Terra Centre is collecting empty candy wrappers again. Help us with our environmental stewardship goals of keeping trash out of the landfill with collecting candy wrappers. These wrappers will go to a special facility that cleans them and reuses them in new plastic products. Collection is now and continues until November 30th. Look for the drop location in the main entrance.
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Mark Your Calendar
Tuesday, November 26: SCA Spirit Day-Blue and Yellow
Tuesday, November 26: AAP Office Hours (read above)
Wednesday, November 27-Friday, November 29: Thanksgiving Break
December 2 - December 6: Book Fair, Library
Tuesday, December 4: AAP Office Hours (read above)
Thursday, December 5: Book Fair Family Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 5: Art Show, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 5: PTA Reflections Showcase, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Monday, December 9: 3 hour early release, K-6 students only (12:25 p.m.)
Tuesday, December 10: Band concert, gym-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 10: Strings concert, gym-6:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 15: Full Time AAP referral forms due
Monday, December 23-Friday, January 3: Winter Break, No School
Important Dates for Three-Hour Early Release:
Monday, December 9
Monday, February 24
Monday, March 17
Monday, April 28
Monday, May 19
FCPS Updates
Preparing for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
FCPS Cell Phone & Smart Watch Policy
As a reminder, FCPS usage policies for cell phones and smart watches are included below. If your child brings a cell phone or wears a smart watch to school, please be sure to review the information below with them.
- Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school only.
- Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
- Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency.
Student Feedback Opportunity for FCPS Cell Phone Policy and SR&R
FCPS is working with K12 Insight to host a community forum for families, staff members, and students to provide feedback on the school division’s cell phone policies and practices, and the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) document. FCPS is looking for more student participants (grades 3-12) to help ensure diverse perspectives from our community.
The community forum will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 6:30-8 p.m., at the Willow Oaks Administrative Center. If your student is interested in providing feedback, please visit the Cell Phone Policy Forum registration page to learn more. Families must register their child by Monday, November 25.
Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon
One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices.
The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.
In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.
Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact us.
Boundary Review Community Meeting
Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on Tuesday, December 3, 6:30-8 p.m., at Lake Braddock Secondary School Cafeteria.
Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available.
If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account, so you can easily access your child’s results and other helpful information.
PTA News
📣 Terra Centre Families – Thank You for Your Support! 💙
Our Fall PTA Fundraiser has officially ended, and we are so grateful to everyone who contributed to help make it a success! While the deadline has passed, there’s still great news: the donation site will remain open all year long!
Your ongoing support powers the amazing work we do together for Terra Centre, from hands-on learning tools to enriching experiences for our students.
Whether it’s $5, $50, or more, every dollar makes a difference - Let’s keep the momentum going!
Click Donate anytime to show your support.
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/terracentrepta/campaigns/bad7ae7ec4
Thank you, Terra Centre families, for helping us achieve great things! 🌟
Terra Centre Elementary PTA Membership
Please consider joining the PTA. The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. PTA Membership
PTA Reflections!
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Today, Monday, November 25 is the last day for submissions for PTA Reflections. Please submit to Ms. Bauersfeld, art teacher.
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Quick Links
Resources
Families needing support (food assistance, school supplies, fee sponsored activities, mental health support, etc.) can reach out to a member of our clinical team. All requests are confidential. Our clinical team members are always available to support TC families with Fairfax County resource information.
David Lammon-school counselor
Laurel Hanlon-school social worker
Emily Oliver-school psychologist
Our family liaison, Michelle Sehwoerer Rodriguez, is also available to support families, answer questions, and connect families with FCPS information and resources to support their child academically and socially at school.
☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
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