What's Happening at LCES?!
- Photos of the Week
- Winter Weather
- Upcoming Holiday/Observances
- Student Holiday Spirit Week
- Lees Corner Outstanding Employees
- Remaining Early Release Mondays
- SEL Screener Results
- Chantilly Band Day
- PTA News
- Kiss and Ride Procedures
  
❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.Â
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
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❄️ Preparativos para el Invierno
El tiempo de invierno llegará pronto. El tiempo de invierno llegará pronto. Mire este video para ver cĂłmo deciden cuándo hay que cerrar las escuelas debido al clima.Â
El sitio web de FCPS es generalmente el primer lugar donde publicaremos cuando haya un cierre de emergencia por el clima. Otros canales de comunicaciĂłn serán usados lo más pronto posible incluyendo correo electrĂłnico, texto, medios sociales, y estaciones de noticias. Aprenda más sobre cĂłmo se comunican los cambios de horario.Â
Asegúrese de planificar para la temporada de invierno. Asegúrese de que su información de contacto esté actualizada en SIS ParentVUE, marque el sitio web de FCPS, y planifique para el cuidado de niños si es apropiado.
Mantenga a Su Hijo Bien Abrigado Durante las Actividades al Aire LibreEstaremos atentos a las bajas temperaturas, los avisos y advertencias de viento helado y los avisos meteorolĂłgicos que pueden impedir que los niños estĂ©n al aire libre. Sin embargo, asegĂşrese de que su hijo estĂ© vestido apropiadamente con un abrigo y otra ropa de clima frĂo para que pueda disfrutar cĂłmodamente de su tiempo al aire libre. El Servicio MeteorolĂłgico Nacional ofrece algunos consejos para mantenerse seguro durante el tiempo frĂo.
Si necesita ayuda para proveer a su hijo de ropa para el clima frĂo, por favor llame a la PlanificaciĂłn de Servicios Coordinados del Condado de Fairfax al 703-222-0880. El personal multilingĂĽe puede ayudarle con cualquier dificultad que se le presente, como la alimentaciĂłn, el alojamiento, el empleo, la asistencia financiera, la atenciĂłn sanitaria y otras necesidades.
Winter Break (Student Holiday)
As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 23, to Friday, January 3. The school and office will be closed during this time. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year. Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
See the complete school year calendar.
Christmas🎄
A very Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the person who stands at the heart of the Christian tradition. It is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world, most commonly by the joyous giving of gifts.
Learn more about Christmas.
Chanukah
Chanukah, an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25.
Learn more about Chanukah.
Thank you for all of your work on nominating our outstanding employees. For this year's awards, we are thrilled to announce the winners for our school in three different categories:
- Outstanding Teacher- Kristen Lynch
- Outstanding Professional Employee- Brittany Poole
- Outstanding Operational Employee- Matt Miller
There are 4 more Early Release Mondays this year. Please mark your calendars for the following dates:
- February 24
- March 17
- April 28
- May 19
You will receive a confirmation email from the school the week prior to the early release. Â
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results Coming Soon
Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of October, providing information on their SEL skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
Individual student SEL Screener results are now available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.
For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.
Band Parents!
Chantilly Band Day is coming!
When: Jan 29th
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Where: Rocky Run Middle School
Who: All 6th grade band students in the Chantilly pyramid are invited.
Staff: FCPS Band teachers in the Chantilly pyramid, including middle and high school teachers and band student volunteers.
Google SIGN UP FORM
Sign your 6th grader before Jan 17th. This is a drop-off event, but you MUST sign up using the link before the event. Students will learn new music, get a free t-shirt and a free pizza lunch is provided. Parents and families are invited to a casual performance from 12:30-1:00pm where students will perform the music they learned that morning. It’s a VERY fulfilling instructional experience for these students and a great use of time on that random Wednesday teacher workday, Jan 29th. PLEASE consider signing-up your 6th grade band student. 6th graders ONLY!
(*this is an optional event* for 6th grade band students only)
Piero’s to the Rescue!
Huge thanks to Alex and his amazing team at Piero’s in Franklin Farm for stepping up after our last-minute cancellation with MOD Pizza. They quickly set up a replacement dining day to support the PTA—let’s show them how much we appreciate their generosity!
📅 When: This Monday, 12/16 📍 Where: Piero’s in Franklin Farm
Support a fantastic local business and the LCES PTA by dining in or ordering carry-out over the phone. Please note: The promotion does not apply to online orders. Be sure to mention to your server that you’re supporting the LCES PTA when placing your order!
Thank you for your support!
Indoor Play DateÂ
Get ready for some fun—our very first PTA-Sponsored Indoor Play Date is here! 🎉 This FREE event is open to all LCES families (not just PTA members), so bring the whole crew!
đź“…Â When:Â This Wednesday, 12/18, 4-5pm đź“ŤÂ Where:Â The nZone (14550 Lee Rd. Chantilly, VA)
✍️ Sign Up: Here To ensure your spot in case we reach occupancy limits.
We know December can be a hectic month, so we carefully chose a date and time that works for most families (based on your feedback!) without getting too close to the holiday break. To make the playdate even more fun, children are encouraged to bring toys to share with their peers! Please note that this is not a drop-off event—parents must stay with their children—and it will also be a snack-free event, so plan accordingly.
Let’s make the most of this season by coming together for an afternoon of connection, laughter, and play. Don’t miss it!
Fun Fit Fridays Are Back!
We’re excited that Principal Sloan was able to bring back Fun Fit Fridays, but she can’t do it without our help! Volunteers are essential to make this adjusted program a success. Sign up for next Friday or any of the upcoming weeks using this link.
6th Grade Basketball Game
The much-anticipated 6th Grade Basketball Game against Oak Hill is in the works! If you’re interested in joining the planning committee or coaching one of the teams, please email leescornerpta@gmail.com to connect with our committee head.
Family International Night
Mark your calendars—our first Family International Night is happening this spring! We’re looking for a co-chair to help organize this event. Ideally, this would be a parent of a 5th grader or younger, who can continue the tradition next year. This is your chance to create a lasting legacy at LCES! Please reach out to leescornerpta@gmail.com to get started.
 As a reminder, for everyone’s safety, no student should be dropped off or cross Hollinger Avenue to get to or from a vehicle. Nor should cars make a U-turn in front of the school during arrival and dismissal.
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