|
English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو
A Message from the Principal
Greetings, Irving Families!
First, I want to thank our amazing PTA for all their efforts in getting a water bottle refill station installed on our second floor! Our staff and students are thrilled to have this station available for use. Not only is it conveniently located for our staff and students on the second floor, but it also helps with eliminating single-use water bottles - which reinforces being good stewards of our community and environment. Thank you, PTA!
Speaking of projects, our vestibule is almost finished, and we hope to have the glass added to the doors over winter break. We will keep you updated when we are able to fully implement the use of the vestibule. We are excited to share that our outdoor classroom construction will begin over winter break as well. The plans include a concrete platform that will have space for a full class, additional planter boxes, and a shed for storage. Lastly, over break a few of our classrooms will have new tile flooring installed. Since our building will be under construction, we will be closing our offices from December 21-January 5. Our offices will reopen on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Take Care!
Cindy Conley
New Irving Information
Course Selection Begins in January
Beginning in January 2025, students will meet with their counselors to discuss course selection for next year. Families are encouraged to actively participate in this important process.
As students choose courses, it is important to remind them to consider the following:
- Current academic strengths and habits.
- Graduation requirements (high school students).
- Interests and career and postsecondary goals.
- Personal well-being.
- Extracurricular activities and other commitments that may impact students’ time and energy.
School-life balance is an important consideration as students strive for academic and personal success. Families are welcome to contact their student’s school counselor with questions.
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 Katie Richter at kerichter@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 Katie Richter at kerichter@fcps.edu
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.
Yearbooks are on sale!
Library News:
|
Plan ahead for the coming break. Make sure that your student has plenty of books to read to last them into the New Year. Also, don’t forget that students have access to many ebooks and audiobooks that might come in handy if you’re traveling over the holidays.
Ms. Monk & Mr. Brizek
|
Irving Stays After
The After School Program runs 5 days a week unless noted. Monday through Thursday, our clubs and activities will run in two activity blocks (2:25 pm to 3:25 pm and 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm) with late buses. Fab FRIDAYS, is from 2:15 pm dismissal to 3:30 pm. The club schedule will vary by day and week, the most up-to-date schedule will be posted in the “After School” section in the student portal.
In order to sign up for a club, students must sign up using the Weekly Signup located in the After School Program folder located in the Schoology All Students Course and the After School section of the student portal.
Students may participate in as many clubs as they want. We encourage them to try something new as part of the After School Program! Use the following link to register your student. After School Registration Form
ALL athletic activities and clubs require athletic footwear to participate, locker rooms are not accessible during the After School Program.
Coming Soon:
Hour of Code, Thursday, December 19, during 1st block
Canceled for next week:
CCEC
Friday, December 20, there’s NO FAB FRIDAY
Future Makers and Robotics is postponed until further notice
Ultimate Frisbee will return in the Spring
FAB Fridays ends at 3:30pm. There are no late buses on Fridays and the Weekly Sign-up is required.
View the schedule on our website, the current schedule is available on your student’s Schoology and their Student Portal.
** When picking up students from After School programs, please use the front loop (not the bus lane in front of the main entrance) - students will come out the main entrance.**
Irving MS PTA Information
Let’s Celebrate! The WIMS PTA is thrilled to announce that a brand-new water bottle refill station was installed last weekend! This project was made possible thanks to the incredible support of our PTA members, generous donors, and dedicated staff. We’re excited about what’s next and can’t wait to achieve even more with your continued support!
25 By '25 Donor Campaign - Help us reach our goal of 25 new donations to the WIMS PTA in December! Donations are tax deductible and will support our Irving students, staff and families! Donate by January 1, 2025 to be entered into a drawing for a special prize. The winner will be announced at our PTA meeting on January 14! To donate, visit: https://irvingms.givebacks.com/store/items/62509. Thank you!
Staff Hospitality - Thanks to a generous donation from Wegmans Alexandria and your contributions, the PTA treated our amazing teachers and staff to a delightful hot cocoa bar this week. We are grateful for our PTA volunteers who helped with setup and cleanup to make this event possible.
Chipotle Spirit Night, Wednesday, December 18 from 4–8 p.m. - Foil your dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle at 6230 Rolling Rd Ste X in West Springfield to support WIMS. Use online ordering code E9T7GWJ or tell the cashier you are there for a fundraiser before you pay and they'll donate 25% of the proceeds to our school.
Virginia PTA Capitol Day - come join PTA Board members on a trip to Richmond on January 23 to meet with our legislators and advocate for our kids. Interested in learning more? Please email us at irvingmspta@gmail.com.
Support WIMS PTA & Local Farmers with Seasonal Roots!
Support local farmers and our school by joining Seasonal Roots, a local online farmers market! New customers get 50% off the annual membership fee (a $25 savings!), and WIMS PTA receives a $20 donation for each sign-up. To learn more and to sign up, visit www.seasonalroots.com/wims, and use code: WIMS.
Bingo Night is April 4, 2025. Planning begins in January! If you are interested in volunteering on our Bingo Committee, please reach out to the PTA at irvingmspta@gmail.com.
We continue to welcome new members. Please visit https://irvingms.memberhub.com/store/ to join us!
Irving MS Music Boosters Information
Fundraiser: Support the WIMS Music Program
We are holding a fundraiser through December 15th through Lynch Creek Farm Elegent Evergreens. Purchase a wreath, garland, or centerpiece and the WIMS Music Program receives a portion of your purchase. Visit www.lynchcreekwreaths.com?campaign_id=0000330
Important FCPS Information:
Student and Family Resources
Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Boundary Review Meetings
There is one remaining meeting in this first phase of the boundary review.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Course Selection for Middle and High School Students
- Join Our Teacher Team!
- Comprehensive Boundary Review Updates
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
|
