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Dear Dolphin Families,
What an incredible start to our "10 Days of December" spirit week! The energy and joy throughout our school have been contagious, and it's been wonderful to see everyone coming together to celebrate the season.
Last weekend, our chorus students delighted us with their performance of "Jingle at the Lake"---a true highlight that started our week off right! Their hard work and beautiful voices brought the season's cheers to our entire community.
As we look ahead to the final week before winter break, the celebration continues! On Thursday, December 18, our third through sixth grade students will get a chance to welcome Hughes Middle School's chorus students as they sing in this year's Winter Celebration. We wonder if any chorus members are former Dolphins? Band students will also get a chance to shine by spreading even more joy by playing carols in the main lobby.
As we enjoy these special events, please remember that attendance matters every single day, especially as winter break approaches. Each day provides important opportunities for learning and connection, and we want all of our Dolphins to finish 2024 strong!
Thank you for your continued support and for making this season so special for our students and staff!
Warm regards,
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mrs. Jill D. Stewart, Principal
Ms. Melanie N. Porter, Assistant Principal
16-20- Family Life Education (FLE) Instruction Week: Check with your student's teacher for details.
20- Holiday Sing-Along
December 23-January - Winter Break
25- Chanukah, Christmas
2024-25 Lake Anne Elementary School Events Calendar
2024-25 FCPS Standard School Calendar
The Lost & Found is now available in the main lobby. If you would like to accompany your child in looking through it for misplaced items, please check-in with front officer staff and the visitor check-on system using a government-issued ID, such as your driving license. This is a legal requirement to enter the building during the school day, which includes arrival and dismissal.
MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish.
To learn more about Family Math Week, check out this video. We hope that all schools will help spread the word and work collaboratively to help us reach our goal of logging on for three million minutes as an FCPS community.
It is the final week of our winter spirit week celebration leading up to winter break! Join us in the five (5) day countdown until winter break begins.
 16- Frosty Feet- Winter socks
17- Winter Topper- Favorite winter head topper. Hat, head band, etc.
18- It's a Blizzard- Wear white.
19- Holiday Vacation- Hawaiian shirt, sunglasses, etc.
20- Pajama Day
 Saturday, December 14 10:30am - 9:30pm
12100 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston
Use code GIVE128 when ordering in person or online, and the Honeygrow will donate 20% of your sale to the PTA.
As a reminder, students go outside for recess even when it’s cold, so it’s important they come to school dressed for the weather. Please ensure your child wears a warm coat, and consider hats and gloves to keep them cozy. Let’s work together to keep our students warm and ready for outdoor play! 🌬️
⛄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.
School’s Closed, Learning Can Continue!
FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during winter break and snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your students during winter break or weather-related school closures.
Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter
The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:
- Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
- Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
- SEL Screener Results
- New Accessibility Resources
- Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
- Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
- VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
- Executive Functioning Webinars
- Early Literacy Resources
- ESY and Assessment Webinar
- COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options
Subscribe to the Special Education and 504 Newsletter.
COMING SOON: Literacy Resources for Families
Each Benchmark unit has accompanying letters and activity calendars to inform families about the unit of study to support their children at home with practicing reading and writing skills. Translations of the letters in the top 6 languages are in process and will be made available in Schoology, as they are ready.
We encourage families to explore the Literacy Resources for Families and Family-Facing Curriculum sites which are available now.
No Cost Healthy Foods
St. Anne’s Food Pantry will hold its monthly food distribution on Thursday, December 19th, between 12 pm - 1 pm. They will provide 1 bag of groceries, and 1 bag of personal care items to each person and 2 bags of groceries to persons with young children at home.
St. Anne’s is located at 1700 Wainwright Drive in Reston.
  Bundle Up with Books
Bundle Up With BooksFairfax County Public Library’s (FCPL) winter reading adventure has begun and will continue through Friday, January 31, 2025. Visit your local FCPL library branch or visit their website to register and get a sneak peek at the prizes being offered. Check out their Winter Reading Events webpage to learn about laser tag, movie nights, crafting sessions, Noon-Year Eve celebrations, and book discussions.
🍲 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.
This week, which Lake Anne Elementary staff member(s) did you see making a SPLASH doing ordinary things in an extraordinary way?! Please help us in recognizing their outstanding contributions by submitting an FCPS CARES for them.
For questions, please email employeeawards@fcps.edu.
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