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 Out Advanced Academics Resource Teacher leads a group in a third grade math class.
A Message from Ms. Kirkland
I can't believe that December is already here! There are only two more weeks left until the winter break, and they will be packed with lots of learning and fun. Many units will finish up in these next two weeks. Thank you in advance for reserving time for trips and time off for the break to ensure your children have access to this learning.
Earlier this week, one of our school board members, Mateo Dunne, met with our PTO to share information about FCPS boundary review process. This is a big process that involves hearing from all stakeholders about how we proceed to ensure efficient and equitable access to facilities and programs across our division. There are many opportunities for parents to learn more and to share feedback. Please make sure you check out more details in the Boundary Review article in this newsletter.
In just two weeks, we will gather for an annual Mount Eagle tradition for our Winter Sing-a-Long. We will be cozy in our pajamas as we gather to sing holiday tunes together. Families are welcome to join us, and we have a system for parents who might want to sign their children out afterwards. More details can be found below.
As always, thank you for all you do to support our school community. Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle!
Kate Kirkland
Principal
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Winter Sing-a-Long
Our Mount Eagle Winter concert is Friday, December 20 at 2:00pm. If you wish to take your student(s) home immediately after the concert you will need to complete this form for each student. The office will prepare a pink pass and have it ready for you to pick up on your way into the concert. That pass will provide you and your student access to their classroom to retrieve their items. Please leave the pink pass with the teacher.
https://forms.gle/md51MVLrNWZ9k8ri8
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🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide
Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.
⛄ Get Outdoors for Winter Fun!
The Fairfax County Park Authority has rounded up its seasonal fun into a handy list of events happening across the county.
Learn more about the Winter Wonderland and the Holiday Train at Burke Lake Park, Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, and many more fun events.
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Boundary Review
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.
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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📖 Advanced Academics Screening
Families with students in grades 2-6 that may be interested in referring their child for full time advanced academic services for the 2024-25 school year should complete a referral by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2024.
For more information on full time AAP continuum of services please refer to the AAP website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs
Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire may be found through this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap
What are full time advanced academic services?
- In grades 3-8, some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with rigorous, differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) and students are clustered on a full-time basis.
- All decisions regarding full-time placement in Full-Time AAP program are made through a central screening committee of educators from across FCPS.. Full-Time services continue through Grade 8 and students do not need to be evaluated each year.
Eligibility decisions will be sent April 3-4
If you have any questions about screening and the continuum of services please contact Jacqui Greene, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at jcgreene@fcps.edu.
⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times
At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.
The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.
Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.
🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance
As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.
Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.
Important Times
Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am
Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am
Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Important Dates
December 20 | Winter Sing-a-Long; 2:00pm in the Gym
December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break
Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.
Get Involved in Your PTO
At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.
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Parent/Guardian Handbook
Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Your Partners in Education
We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.
Kate Kirkland, Principal
kekirkland@fcps.edu
Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal
lnpinski@fcps.edu
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