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We are excited to celebrate the 100th day of school on Wednesday, February 12.
Dear Families,
We will reach a milestone this Wednesday – the 100th day of school! (If we are not closed for inclement weather). Give your children a round of applause for all the learning, growing, and fun they've shared together. It's amazing to see how far everyone has come!
As we celebrate this achievement, we also recognize February as a month filled with opportunities for kindness and reflection. Valentine's Day reminds us to spread love and friendship, while Black History Month invites us to celebrate the rich history and contributions of African Americans. Let's embrace these occasions with open hearts and minds, learning from the past and building a brighter future together. Here's to the remaining school days being just as amazing!
As a reminder, FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday, February 17 for the Presidents Day holiday.
Please scroll below to read important reminders and calendar updates.
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Teresa Lewis, Assistant Principal
Important Reminders
SCA Canned Soup Drive
Larger cans of soup, such as 18.5oz Campbell's Chunky or Progresso are preferred. Smaller soups, such as cream of chicken or cream of celery, are often not selected by those who use the ECHO service.
Upcoming Spirit Week
Seussical the Musical
Yearbook Orders
Mark Your Calendar
Black History Month
Career and Technical Education Month
Monday, February 17: No School: Holiday-Presidents Day
Wednesday, February 19: School Assembly, Multicultural Roots of American Music Show
Monday, February 24: 3 hour early release: K-6 students only
Important Dates for Three-Hour Early Release:
Monday, February 24
Monday, March 17
Monday, April 28
Monday, May 19
FCPS Updates
Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change)
FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community.
For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.
🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
Countywide lottery registration for the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program for first graders in the 2025-26 school year is open through Thursday, February 13, at 4 p.m. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program through Thursday, March 6, at 4 p.m.
Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Interested parents/caregivers may attend an informational meeting at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program registration page for a list of meetings by language offered.
Get more details on the DLI Program webpage.
🧲 Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts.
Registration for the 2025-26 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 4, through Friday, April 4. Learn more about the programs on the Elementary Magnet Schools page and information on the magnet lottery on our Registration page.
Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit
The 2025 FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, March 15, at South Lakes High School. Visit the Family Summit webpage for more information.
At the event, FCPS students are invited to showcase projects and advocacy efforts around inclusivity in schools. This is a great resume-building opportunity, and students can earn service hours as well. Students may share their work in a share-fair environment using posters, essays, videos, songs, or art. They will interact with attendees through conversations about their work, ideas, and efforts to foster inclusivity in school communities.
Students must use this Google Form to participate by Monday, February 17. A list of possible projects is also on the form. More information will be provided after the student’s submission is received. Please contact Manuel Gomez Portillo with any questions.
✨ Centering student voice is part of FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered.
🧸 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.
For the appointment at the school, the student and one guardian must be present. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Valerie Sollers, vdsollers@fcps.edu, 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.
Middle School Transition Fair
PTA News
We've got some fun updates from the PTA:
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We've got two big spring events coming up! Contact the PTA if you're interested in helping with either--we can tailor volunteer roles to whatever availability and experience you have.
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Bingo Night is Thursday, March 20th! We'll have a range of prizes, with fun for the whole family. Stay tuned for further details.
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Save the Date for our Spring Fun Fair! This year's fair will be Saturday, April 26th from 3-6pm.
- Want to rep your school? Purchase a Terra Centre long-sleeve shirt--on sale for a limited time! You can order online here, and your shirt will be brought to your child's classroom. https://tcpta.ptboard.com/formvw?store=5158&form=10
- Our Winter Clubs are underway! As a friendly reminder, all parents should collect their children after the club. Students are not permitted to walk home on their own.
Terra Centre Elementary PTA Membership
Please consider joining the PTA. The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. PTA Membership
Quick Links
Resources
Families needing support (food assistance, school supplies, fee sponsored activities, mental health support, etc.) can reach out to a member of our clinical team. All requests are confidential. Our clinical team members are always available to support TC families with Fairfax County resource information.
David Lammon-school counselor
Laurel Hanlon-school social worker
Emily Oliver-school psychologist
Our family liaison, Michelle Sehwoerer Rodriguez, is also available to support families, answer questions, and connect families with FCPS information and resources to support their child academically and socially at school.
☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
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