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Greetings, Braddock Families & Community!

Hope this communication finds you and your family well.  We're excited to share that WTOP recently featured the inspiring Leaders as Readers Program at Braddock ES! Click HERE to read the article link. This program connects Annandale High School student-athletes with our third-graders for weekly reading sessions. These high school mentors provide valuable support in areas like reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Benefits for our Braddock students: Improved Reading Skills: The program has shown significant improvements in reading confidence and overall reading ability. Positive Role Models: Students benefit from interacting with successful high school students. Extra Support: The program provides valuable supplemental reading support. We are incredibly grateful to the Annandale High School athletes for their dedication and commitment to our students. This partnership is a wonderful example of how our community comes together to support young learners.

Sincerely With Warmest Regards,

Keesha Jackson-Muir, Principal

knjacksonmui@fcps.edu 

Highlights from the Week

Readers Are Leaders has had a truly impactful year! Wednesday marked our final meeting, and it was a resounding success! We're incredibly grateful to Vereen, Vela, and Lake for their dedication. A special thank you to WTOP News for featuring our program.

Important Information for Families

FCPS is committed to providing all students and families with a Safe, Welcoming, and Inclusive space. It is important to know that schools will not collect or maintain any information on the citizenship or immigration status of students or their families. For more information, contact us at 703-914-7300 OR scan the QR code below.

FCPS Trust Policy

Step-By-Step Family Preparedness Plan

Every family should have a Family Preparedness Plan in case of an emergency. It is critical for immigrant families to think ahead and set more concrete plans for immigration emergencies that can arise. For example, this Resource Toolkit goes into detail about different childcare options available in case of an absent parent, where to find trusted immigration services in your community, and how to prepare to assert your constitutional rights in the presence of an immigration officer. 

Important Dates

Community Event

🏗️ FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits

Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

The proposed CIP was presented to the School Board at the January 14 work session. A public hearing was also held January 14. The School Board will take action on the proposed CIP at its Thursday, February 6 meeting.

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

• Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink. 
• Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success. 
• Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage. 
• Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors. 
• Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
• Get more information on opioid awareness.

📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you have not been able to attend an FCPS Community Boundary Review meeting yet, it’s not too late! The following virtual meetings will have the same format and information available as the previous in-person meetings:

• Saturday, January 25, 9:30-11 a.m. 
• Monday, January 27, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January 28, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Click one of the dates above to register and receive your unique Zoom link. Each virtual meeting will be capped at 400 participants to help provide a meaningful experience for all. Language interpretation will be available. Learn about FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

📈 Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families

This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year. 

Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE. 

The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey

All FCPS families and middle and high school students have received an invitation to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available through Monday, February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

Follow Us on Social Media

Stay connected with Braddock Elementary School by following us on social media! It's the best way to keep up with our latest news, celebrate student achievements, and be part of our vibrant community. Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, you'll find exciting updates, important announcements, and inspiring stories that showcase the spirit of Braddock.

Links: Facebook, Instagram 

Concerns or questions from parents

Your concerns are important to us. Contact your child's teacher first, most questions or concerns can be addressed with a quick phone call or email. If that doesn't work, the next step would be to contact the Assistant Principal who supports your child's grade level:

🦅Christopher Kamar - cskamar@fcps.edu or call 703-914-7388

• 4th - 5th

🦅Christie Goodman - cngoodman@fcps.edu or call 703 914 7323

• 2nd - 3rd

🦅Maureen Lopez - mmlopez1@fcps.edu or 703-914-7304

• Pk - K -1st

🦅Eneida Thomas - emthomas@fcps.edu or call 703-914-7305

• SpEd

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