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Dear Terraset Families,
What a phenomenal week and weekend we’ve had as a Tiger community! In addition to the engaging learning opportunities we have had at school, our students and staff have also had a lot of fun. This past Friday and Saturday we were incredibly impressed by the outstanding talent that our students that participated in Broadway Night at South Lakes High School demonstrated- kudos to each of them!
Another highlight has been outdoor recess after so many days indoors due to weather. It is always so wonderful to experience the joy and energy of our Tigers enjoying outdoor movement and play. We hear that there may be more winter weather coming our way so we are taking full advantage of being outside as much as possible now.
Warmly,
Katie Aldridge, Principal
Dave Ickowski, Assistant Principal
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for [orientation and any other introductory events your school may host]. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact [name], our school registrar.
💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
📝Survey of Preschool Children
If you have a preschool-aged child who is eligible for kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year, please use this link to access the form. Return completed forms to the office no later than February 28, 2025.
If you know of any children in your neighborhood who also have rising kindergartners, please share this information or ask them to reach out to Shannon Johnson at 703-390-5602.
Virginia law, Section 22.1-254 requires that children who will reach their fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2025, must enroll in kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child turns five on or before 09/30/2025 and you do not wish to enroll him/her in kindergarten, please let us know in writing.
The form can be submitted to Shannon Johnson via email or by dropping it off at the main office. Thank you for your assistance in helping us identify school-age children.
☕Principal Coffee and Conversations
Please join us for informal coffee and conversations from 9:45am-10:15am in the cafeteria or view via live stream! These sessions will be opportunities to hear about great things happening at Terraset and in FCPS and ask any questions you might have. We hope you can join us on:
February 28, 2025
March 28, 2025
May 2, 2025
June 6, 2025
🫱🏽🫲🏼Friendly Reminder: FCPS Trust Policy Information For Families
As we navigate the months ahead, many families are experiencing anxiety and uncertainty due to the recent Presidential Election and ongoing discussions surrounding immigration policies.
In 2022, the School Board adopted the Trust Policy, reaffirming its commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students and their families. This policy aligns FCPS with Fairfax County’s Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy ensuring that students and families can access school division benefits and services without fear that their information will be disclosed to federal immigration officials.
📔Order your yearbook today!
Yearbooks are now available to order for $13. Orders are open now through April 11th. You can place your order online at www.strawbridge.net click on the red "order pictures and yearbooks" button and enter the code YB31488. Order forms will also be going home today.
📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review Update
The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received. If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:
🏅 Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards
First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education.
Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.
Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.
🗓️FCPS Career & Transition Services Middle School Transition Fair: Future Planning for Elementary and Middle School Students in Special Education
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Luther Jackson Middle School
It’s never too early or too late to start preparing for your future. We want to help you start planning for a successful transition from school to life as a young adult. Ensuring postsecondary success of our students with disabilities is dependent on what is known as transition planning. Please join CTS and other support service personnel for an evening focused on planning for the future. You will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of representatives from CTS programs and services for students with disabilities, as well as learn about short and long-term postsecondary supports, employment and postsecondary education considerations, Supported Decision Making, and student self-determination as an evidence-based predictor of post school success. For more information and registration.
Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!
Ombuds staff engage with FCPS employees, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.
Ombuds office staff members are available to help resolve disagreements between parents/caregivers and schools. They do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.
Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit their webpage, where you may Submit a Question.
🐯PTO News
Be sure to subscribe to PTO news for more info about everything the PTO has coming up, including:
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TOMORROW, Feb 5: PTO Meeting - Join us Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the library (please note location change!). Guest speaker Courtney Wiley will discuss the new STEAM program at Terraset. Refreshments and childcare will be provided. Agenda is available here.
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TOMORROW, Feb 5: Silent Auction Opens - The 2025 Terraset Silent Auction opens tomorrow at 7:00 a.m.! Place your bids online for awesome experiences and services donated by our staff and community members. The Auction will close at 9:00 p.m. on February 18.
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Saturday, Feb 8: Movie Night - Come watch The Wild Robot this Saturday, February 8th. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the movie starts at 7:00 p.m. Admission is FREE. We will have popcorn, treats, and drinks available for purchase. This is not a drop-off event. Students will need to be accompanied by a grown-up.
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Monday, Feb 10: Basketball Challenge Planning Meeting - Volunteers are needed to help plan, organize, and execute the Terraset Basketball Challenge on March 28th. We will have a virtual planning meeting on Monday, February 10th at 7 p.m. Email basketball@terrasetpto.org to learn more and join!
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Friday, March 28: 2025 Basketball Challenge - Mark your calendars now to come see our 6th graders and staff play basketball in this fun annual event for the whole school. Also, watch for information soon from the Terraset staff about signing up your student for basketball (6th graders) or cheerleading (3rd-6th graders) at this event.
🏫FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FY 2026 Proposed Budget
- Student-Driven Lunch Menus
- Inclusion Awards Nominations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
🐾P.A.W.S. (Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff)
Have you seen a staff member go above and beyond for your family or student? Take a moment to fill out this quick form to let us know and say thank you!
Click here to tell us about a PAWSitively amazing staff member!
🗓️TES Looking Ahead:
February - Black History/Love the Bus Month
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Thursday, February 5: PTO Meeting @ 6:30 p.m. (TES Library)
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Saturday, February 8: Terraset (Indoor) Movie Night @ 7 p.m.
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Monday, February 10: FCPS Virtual Community Boundary Review Meeting (Register Here)
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Monday, February 17: No School (Holiday)
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Wednesday, February 19: Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration @ Carter G. Woodson High School, Fairfax, VA @ 5:30 -7:30 p.m.
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Monday, February 24: 3-hour Early Dismissal
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Friday, February 28th: Principal/Parent Coffee Meeting @ 9:45 a.m. (TES Cafeteria)
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