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November 26, 2024
As we head into the Thanksgiving break, we would like for you to know how thankful we are for each and every one of you. Thank you for sharing your children with us at Glen Forest ES and for your continued support in their education. We hope that you and your family have a wonderful break and create many warm memories.
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Thanksgiving Break
November 27th-29th
We look forward to welcoming back our students on Monday, December 2nd!
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Boundary Review Community Meetings
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. 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.
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Federal Impact Aid Survey
A form was sent home with all K-5th grade students titled "Federal Impact Aid Survey" that needs to be filled out and returned. We must account for EVERY student. Federal Impact Aid provides revenue to local education agencies to mitigate costs of educating children in areas impacted by federal activity. If you have not already, please fill out the form and return to school. You can read about the survey at this link.
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Grade Level Attendance Competition
We have started a grade level attendance competition and the numbers are looking strong! Last week, our 4th grade won with a 97% attendance rate! Parents, thank you for your continued support with getting your child to school each day (unless sick, of course).
Week of Nov. 18th: Kindergarten: 96%, 1st Grade: 95%, 2nd Grade: 94%, 3rd Grade: 95%, 4th Grade: 97%, 5th Grade: 94%
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PTO 5K Fun Run! Thank you to everyone who came to our PTO 5K Fun Run this past Saturday. Our fall running club members worked hard to prepare and ended the season with a successful race. Congratulations to all of our runners and a huge thank you to the coaches; Devan Davis, Kaitlyn Knox, Kat Hartzell, & Scarlett Bavin!
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Going to the movies over the holidays? Please consider visiting a Regal Cinema. Share with family and friends that if they purchase a Regal Movie Ticket Bundle before January 5, 2025, not only will they get to enjoy an amazing film experience, but they'll also be supporting Glen Forest PTO in the process!
Every action, share or purchase really makes a difference. Here is our link to join: https://www.groupraise.com/offer-campaigns/48165-glen-forest-pto-regal-fundraising-campaigns
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Meet Laura Colombo, Acting Assistant Principal
While Jessica Green is on leave, the Region 2 Leadership Team has gifted us with an Acting Assistant Principal. We are thrilled to have Ms. Colombo with us until approximately mid-January. Welcome Ms. Colombo!
Bio: My name is Laura Colombo and I am incredible excited and grateful to be joining your family for a couple of months as Acting Assistant Principal while Mrs. Green is out and learning alongside this incredible team of staff and students! I am originally from outside Cleveland, Ohio where my family still resides. I attended Michigan State University and received my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a focus in Special Education - Learning Disabilities. I moved to Fairfax County after college and have been working in FCPS for the last 14 years first as a special education teacher at Cunningham Park in Vienna and then at Graham Road in Falls Church before transitioning to Special Education Department Chair at Graham Road. I completed my master’s degree at George Mason University in Curriculum and Instruction and my certificate in Administration and Supervision at James Madison University. When I am not in the school setting, I often spend my time reading. with family, and showing dogs.
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Mark Your Calendars!
Wednesday, Nov. 27th - Friday, November 29th - No School - Thanksgiving Break
Monday, Dec. 2nd - Students Return to School
Thursday, Dec. 5th - Family Engagement Meeting - Topic: Prevention & Care of Illness During Winter
Monday, Dec. 9th - Fall Picture Retakes
Monday, Dec. 9th - PTO Spirit Night at Panera - 4:00pm-8pm
Monday, Dec. 9th - Friday, Dec. 13th - Scholastic Book Fair!
Wednesday, Dec. 18th - Family Food Market - 5:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, Dec. 20th - Last Day of School Before Winter Break
Monday, Dec. 23rd - Sunday, Jan. 5th - WINTER BREAK - No School
Monday, Jan. 6th - School Resumes
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Literacy Resources for Families
A new Literacy Resources for Families webpage has been published to the external web to provide families with information about how to support their children with developing literacy knowledge and skills at home. It provides valuable information about the reading and writing resources to be used at home, the VALLSS, Reading Plans, guidance for Parent Teacher Conferences, and training available through the Family Academy. There is also a Family-Facing Curriculum web page that explains what your children are learning and when they are learning it. Please reach out to your child's teacher with any clarifying questions.
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Glen Forest ES Administrative Team
Pictured from left to right:
Jessica Green, Assistant Principal for Pre-K, 1st Grade and Special Education, jgreen@fcps.edu
Alexandra Bowman, Assistant Principal for 2nd and 3rd Grade, akbowman@fcps.edu
Dee Dee Herndon-Wilson, Principal, dlherndonwi1@fcps.edu
Chris Musgnug, Assistant Principal for Kindergarten, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade, ccmusgnug@fcps.edu
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If you have any comments, concerns, questions, or compliments, please email me at dlherndonwi1@fcps.edu. Thank you for sharing your children with us and for your continued partnership in their education.
From Many, We are ONE! Team Glen Forest! #GFeaglessoar
Warmly,
Dee Dee Herndon-Wilson, Your Proud Principal
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