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2nd graders had a great time on their field trip!
Terra Centre Families,
It's hard to believe that December is upon us and we have three weeks until winter break begins. This month brings excitement filled with opportunities to celebrate our students' creativity and love for learning! Please read below to see the upcoming activities and events that will take place at Terra Centre.
As a reminder, 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
Reminder: Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024
Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Hannah Roukas, AART at hbroukas@fcps.edu no later than December 15, 2024.
The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.
Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement. Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection by emailing <<fill in the name and email address of the AART>>.
Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.
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-Pajama 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
Threads of Hope Clothing Drive - December 2-13
Fairfax Threads of Hope, founded by three Robinson students, is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to supporting those in need in our local community. Volunteers regularly collect gently used clothing from the neighborhoods of Fairfax, Kings Park West, and Burke, giving these items a second life by donating them to local charitable organizations. Partnering with groups like the Salvation Army, FACETS, Northern Virginia Family Service, and Second Story, we ensure that donated clothing reaches those who need it most. Through our efforts, we aim to create a charitable, more sustainable community—one donation at a time. Join us in making a difference! Contact us for more information or to schedule a donation pickup (from wherever you desire) at fairfaxthreadsofhope@gmail.com
Threads of Hope is hosting a clothing drive at Terra Centre from December 2-13. A collection bin will be in the front lobby.
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
December 2 - December 13: Threads of Hope Clothing Drive
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
Friday, December 20: SCA Spirit Day-Pajama Day
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
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
🌟🍴 This week ONLY!! Chick-Fil-A Spirit Week! 🍴🌟
Tired of all those home cooked, Thanksgiving family meals? Ready for a well-deserved break? Chick-fil-A is here to save the day!
From December 2nd to December 6th, treat yourself to Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner, all while supporting Terra Centre Elementary PTA.
🔑 How It Works:
1️⃣ Dine in, drive-thru, or takeout—just mention Terra Centre Elementary PTA Spirit Week at checkout.
2️⃣ Prefer mobile ordering? Use the code Tigers24 when placing your order.
🎉 15% of all sales using these codes will be donated to Terra Centre Elementary PTA!
Bonus Tip: Remember to grab Chick-fil-A for the family before heading to Book Fair Family Night and Art Show on Thursday, December 5th. Enjoy a delicious meal and arrive ready for some literary fun!
Let Chick-fil-A handle the cooking while you help our school thrive.
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
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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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