Fall Food Drive - Ends on Friday December 20th!
Fall Food Drive: Happening Now through Dec 20! The Kids Care Club is sponsoring the annual Mantua Fall Food Drive! We are collecting food items just outside the front office between now and Friday, December 20.
This will help Mantua’s family liaison distribute food to families in need over winter break and into the new year.
Food items we need most are: oil, flour, tortilla flour (maseca), dry beans (NOT canned), rice, pancake flour, pancake syrup, pasta, pasta sauces, canned foods (tomatoes, fruits, vegetables, tuna), ramen noodle soup, snacks (energy bars, chips, etc.), coffee, sugar, cereals, and personal care items (toothpaste, tooth brush, body soap).
Every item helps, so please consider grabbing a few cans or an extra box of cereal when you have a chance! Please contact kcc@mantuapta.org with any questions.
December 16-20 is Mantua Winter Spirit Week
Monday ~ Grade Level Color Day (See colors below)
Tuesday ~ Team Day (Wear swag from your favorite team)
Wednesday ~ Winter Wednesday (Dress in winter-themed clothes)
Thursday ~ Mad About Plaid (Wear all things plaid)
Friday ~ PJ Day (Wear your pajamas)
Grade Level Colors:
K ~ Blue
1 ~ Green
2 ~ White
3 ~ Purple
4 ~ Orange
5 ~ Red
6 ~ Yellow
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.
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 that 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.
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.
Bundle Up With Books Over Break
Fairfax 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.
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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