At a time set aside for expressing gratitude for all that we have, we are especially appreciative of our staff and faculty who continually strive to bring the best instructional program to our students each day; our students who continue to grow in their knowledge, effort, and character; and our parent volunteers who give support to our school and community. Thank you!
On behalf of the staff at OES, we hope your Thanksgiving is filled with family, good food, and many reasons to be thankful.
Sincerely,
Chris Kelley, Keith Eck, & Abby Holzinger
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Early Release Monday
Monday, December 9
(originally scheduled for Nov. 25)
Please notify Mr. Eck (kaeck@fcps.edu) if your child care need will be different from the previous early release Monday on October 28.
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We expect all students to attend school every day - including the days leading up to and after holiday breaks.
If your family is traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday and your child will not be attending school on Monday or Tuesday, please be sure to let the school office know ASAP.
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 Congratulations to the OES students who participated in the 2024 Virginia Science Olympiad on Saturday, November 9, 2024! This year, our Division A team (grades 3-5) consisted of 7 motivated third-graders who competed in 7 different events, including build events such as building a balloon-powered car, a gumdrop catapult, a rocket-launched ping pong parachute, among others. Special congratulations to Max Baker and Isabel Cheng for medaling in the Ping Pong Parachute!
For families and students interested in learning more and competing in the Virginia Science Olympiad next year, please reach out to OESVASODivATeam@gmail.com. We would love to have more families and fun team practice events next year! The PTA thanks Kevin and Jen Cheng for coaching the Division A Team this year!
Inclusive Schools Week | December 2-6, 2024
Inclusive Schools Week celebrates and promotes the importance of inclusion in our schools. This year's theme, "Every Voice Matters," emphasizes the value of each student's perspective and encourages kindness and understanding among peers.
Spirit Days:
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Monday - December 2 - "All Together Now" Day - Wear mismatched clothing to symbolize how we all fit together uniquely.
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Tuesday - December 3 - "Team Up for Inclusion" Day - Wear your favorite sports team gear to celebrate teamwork and friendship.
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Wednesday - December 4 - "Color Your World" Day - Dress in bright colors to show that diversity makes our school vibrant.
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Thursday - December 5 - "Kindness Counts" Day - Students can wear anything with a heart (like heart-shaped accessories, stickers, or shirts) to symbolize kindness and love for one another.
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Friday - December 6 - "Unity Day" - Wear school colors to demonstrate unity and support for all classmates.
Advanced Academic Program (AAP) Full-Time Services Referral Deadline
The Spring Full-Time AAP Screening is available to families of students in Grades 2 through 6. It is also available to families of students new to FCPS who are currently in Fall Screening since screening results will not be finalized until late December or early January. The deadline for submitting Spring Screening Referral Forms is December 15, which is a Sunday. It is helpful to submit them during the week of (or preferably before) December 9 - 13 to allow the advanced academic resource teachers time to confirm that all required parts have been submitted before winter break begins.
You can find the Referral Form and the optional Parent/Guardian Questionnaire here:
https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap
You may email Full-Time referrals and optional materials (questionnaire and 2 one-page, front-side-only work samples from home in .pdf or image file format) directly to Ellen Donnelly and Christine Neubauer at ejdonnelly@fcps.edu; cmplagataneu@fcps.edu in one email.
You will receive a confirmation email within 1-2 business days.
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 Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m. at Madison High 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.
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 There are two options to enroll your child in the bee:
1) Go to bit.ly/OESSPELLINGBEE to register online
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2) Fill out the sent home in Tuesday Folders and submit it to your child’s teacher.
Note: No late submissions will be accepted.
 bit.ly/OESVarietyShowAuditions
Important upcoming dates for OES:
November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break - No School - Office Closed
December 5 - Family Science Night - 6:00PM, OES
December 9 - Monday Early Release - 1:00PM
December 10 - Band/Strings/Chorus Winter Concert - 7:00PM
December 12 - PTA Dining for $ - 4:00-8:00PM, Panera
December 13 - Skate Night - 7:30-9:30PM, SkateQuest
December 15 - Full-time AAP Referral Deadline
December 23-January 3 - Winter Break - No School - Office Closed
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