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Hello Belle View Families,
Is your kiddo missing a jacket, water bottle, or hoodie? Come check out our lost and found, located outside of the cafeteria near the doors to the blacktop. All items that are not claimed by December 20th will be donated to a local charity.
Another fun tradition that we are bringing back this year, is the winter sing-along. We will be hosting that on December 20th from 2:45-3:30pm. This is such a wonderful way to send the students on their way for winter break. Parents and families are welcome to attend.
This past Wednesday, SEL screener scores for grades 3-6 were sent home in Wednesday folders. Scores are also available in SIS parent vue as well.
Last Thursday, 4-6th grade teachers hosted a virtual Family Life Education (FLE) night. Our students in those grades in both general education and students receiving modified curriculum will have lessons provided during the week of December 16-20th. Grade 4 has a single lesson and grades 5 and 6 have 5 lessons over 5 days.
If you have not already seen this new addition to our website, check it out. please click this 10 Reasons Belle View Stands Out | Belle View Elementary School
Proud Principal,
Katie Pluntke
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THANK YOU TO PRIMOS FAMILY RESTAURANT!!
Primos owner, Jim Nicopoulos, invited some of our students over for a holiday lunch and an opportunities to take a toy home as well. He also provided a bag of toys for our school to distribute to families at our Winter Family Coffee on December 13th.
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School Boundary Review-TONIGHT!
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.
Fort Hunt is in Region 3. The meeting to learn and share input for our region will be on Monday, December 9 at 6:30pm at Mount Vernon HS.
Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
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 Abby Betz, mabetz@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 Abby Betz.
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.
Get Ready for Winter Break Drop In Family Coffee
Please join us on Friday, December 13, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the cafeteria for our drop-in ‘Get Ready for Winter Break’ coffee hour. Learn about free family activities over winter break including the winter reading challenge from the Fairfax County Public Library. We also have lots of free (gently used) books, puzzles and games to give away! If your student is in need of a winter coat, we have a limited number for distribution. If you would like to donate gently used books or board games in excellent condition, please drop them off at Belle View by December 11th. Questions? Contact Family Liaison, Amy Garcia, ajgarcia@fcps.edu.
Giving Tree
Thank you so much for so quickly filling up our Giving Tree Sign Up! We truly appreciate your generosity. Please drop off wrapped and labeled gifts in the front office by Friday, December 13th.
Fresh Market
Belle View Families are invited to the Capital Area Food Bank Free Fresh Food Market on Wednesday, December 18 at Bucknell Elementary School (6925 University Drive, Alexandria, VA 22307). Distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables will begin at 10:30am and continue until the food is gone. We will be at the front of the school, Door #2. If it rains, or it is very cold, we will be at the back of the school, Door #9. Bring your own bags. Volunteers are needed to help with distribution and breaking down boxes. Please contact Amy Garcia, Family Liaison, ajgarcia@fcps.edu, (cell) 571-501-8170, if you can help or if you have any questions.
School Age Child Care (SACC) Camp Fairfax Winter Break
The Camp Fairfax program provides fun, safe and educational care for children in kindergarten to sixth grade and during school breaks in most Fairfax County elementary schools and community centers. The Camp Fairfax Winter Program will be held at consolidated sites throughout the county during the FCPS Winter Break. Employment is not required for program eligibility. Please visit the SACC website for locations and registration information.
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Please sign up for the staff cookie bar! On December 19th, the PTA is hosting a cookie table for BV staff to make take home boxes of cookies and treats to share with their friends and family. Not a baker, store bought is welcome! Donations can be dropped off on the 19th in the office.
Sign up Here!
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Dec. 16-20 SCA Spirit Week-See flyer below.
December 18th-Winter Concert 6pm in the Gym.
December 20th Belle View Winter Sing Along 2:45-3:30pm in the gym-parents/families are welcome.
December 23-January 3-Winter Break
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Name: Katie Papagjika
Position: ESOL
Years in FCPS/Education: 10 years in FCPS, 7th year at Belle View
Interest/hobbies: Spending time with family including our newest addition (Tatum) and friends, reading, golfing
Favorite Children’s Book: Creepy Carrots, The Good Egg, any of the Jory John books!
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