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Dear Dogwood Dragons,
This week at Dogwood was truly special! We were honored to welcome Fatima Shah, a Dogwood alumna and author of Malcolm, It’s a Metaphor!, who visited our 3rd and 4th graders. Fatima, originally from Afghanistan, immigrated to the U.S. in the 1990s and once walked the same halls as our students. Her journey of perseverance and hard work resonated deeply with them, reinforcing the importance of chasing dreams. She currently has three books available on Amazon and is working on her fourth—be sure to check them out!
Looking ahead, don’t miss our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser on Thursday, January 30th to support our 4th graders' trip to Jamestown! I’ll be picking up some extra tokens to take on any challengers, so bring your best game! Simply mention Dogwood at checkout, and 20% of the proceeds will go directly to our school.
Thank you for your continued support.
Kate Beckner
Proud Principal
Exciting New After-School Opportunity for Grades 3-6!
We’re thrilled to announce a fantastic new program for our students in grades 3-6: NextStop Theatre's Stars on Stage Program, featuring the musical Jungle Book!
Here’s what you need to know:🌟 What: Students will be coached in acting, singing, dancing, and character development.🌟 Who: Open to all 3rd-6th graders—no experience needed!🌟 Cost: Absolutely FREE for families!🌟 When: Rehearsals are on Mondays and Thursdays, 3:45–5:25 PM.🌟 Transportation: Bus transportation will be provided for students who are usually bus riders.
📄 How to Register:
- A registration form (see below) will be sent home in Thursday folders next week.
- If you'd like to register now, fill out the Google form here: bit.ly/StarsonStageatDogwood
- Registration forms are due Thursday, January 30.
🙋♂️ We Need Parent Volunteers!There are many ways you can help! If you’re interested in helping with this program, please complete our Parent Volunteer form:Parent Volunteer Sign Up
We can’t wait to see our Dogwood Dragons shine in this incredible program. Thank you to NextStop Theatre for bringing this exciting opportunity to our students!
Let’s make Jungle Book a roaring success!
Chuck e’ Cheese Night
You’re invited to join 4th Grade for a field trip fundraiser at Chuck E. Cheese on Thursday, January 30th from 3pm to 9pm. Say “I’m here for Dogwood!” or bring the flyer that will be sent in Thursday folders this week. This fundraiser will be supporting the 4th Grade students who go to Jamestown in March.
Chuck E. Cheese is located at 2465 Centreville Rd Ste. J9, Herndon, VA 20171.
Thank you and we hope to see you at Chuck E. Cheese on January 30th!
Visit Fairfax County’s website for Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact our family liaison, Andy Sigle awsigle@fcps.edu and Carmen Fonseca Londono cgfonsecalon@fcps.edu. You may also contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
Free Books for All! Saturday, February 8th Lorton, VA
🏗️ 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.
📍 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:
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.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- SOL Score Reports
- Upcoming Budget Presentation
- Science Fair Judges Needed
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Fairfax County Public Schools 2024-2025 Standard School Year Calendar
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January 30: Chuck E’ Cheese in Herndon 3:00-9:00 PM
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February 17: George Washington’s Birthday: School Holiday
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February 24: Three Hour Early Release 12:35 PM
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