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March
Huge congratulations to Ms. Alwood, our very own Texas Roadhouse Teacher of the Month! Seeing the joy and excitement from her students, with cheers, high-fives, flowers, and delicious bread, was truly heartwarming. What a well-deserved recognition, especially knowing it came directly from her students' nominations. We're incredibly proud of Ms. Alwood and her dedication!
Dear Brookfield Community,
We have some wonderful news to share! Ms. Alwood has been selected as the Texas Roadhouse Teacher of the Month! This is a well-deserved recognition of her dedication and passion for teaching. We were thrilled to see the staff from Texas Roadhouse surprise Ms. Alwood and her students with delicious warm bread and beautiful flowers. It was a truly heartwarming moment, and we are so proud of Ms. Alwood!
We also want to extend a sincere thank you to all the families and staff who attended last night's renovation community meeting. We were so impressed by the thoughtful questions and the overwhelming excitement for the upcoming changes. Your engagement and support are invaluable as we embark on this exciting journey.
Speaking of the renovation, we have officially broken ground! You may have noticed the removal of the single trailers and the construction fence going up. This marks the beginning of construction activity, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Please be assured that safety is our top priority. We are in constant communication with the renovation team to ensure a safe and smooth process for everyone.
And to add to the excitement, next week is Read Across America Week! We have a fantastic lineup of spirit days planned to celebrate the joy of reading. Get ready to show your school spirit! (Please see the spirit day information below.)
Furthermore, we are looking forward to seeing our families on Thursday, March 6 at 6 p.m. for our Family Science Night! Get ready for an evening filled with exciting experiments, engaging activities, and hands-on learning for the whole family. We can't wait to explore the wonders of science with you!
We are so grateful for your continued support and enthusiasm as we work together to create an even better learning environment for our students.
Have a wonderful and safe weekend!
Sincerely,
Lesley Hassen, Principal
Margaret Sisler, Assistant Principal
Anthony Ramakis, Assistant Principal
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Classroom Spotlight: Ms. Mauro's Class
Our 2nd graders in Ms. Mauro's class are working hard to become strong readers and writers during Bronco Block! This daily period provides targeted reading instruction and intervention.
Why is it important?
Bronco Block helps us:
We're so proud of Ms. Mauro's students' dedication to improving their reading and writing skills!
Read Across America Week!
Can you believe March is next week?? What better way to kick off the warmer weather than celebrating with some favorite books and themed days!
In all that extra time you have in your daily routine, hopefully you can find 5 or 10 minutes to read some of your favorite books each day! Use the suggested texts from the flyer (YouTube versions of them should be available!) if you are looking for ideas!
Joint Sully District Budget Town Hall with School Board member Seema Dixit & Supervisor Smith - March10, 2025
Please join Sully District Supervisor Kathy Smith and me for a joint town hall as we present the proposed FY 2026 Budgets and take your comments. If you would like to ask a question regarding the FY26 Budget, please send an email to Sully@FairfaxCounty.gov with "Budget Town Hall" in the subject.
Detailed information about the FCPS FY26 Budget can be found on our website.
When: Monday, March 10, 2025
Time: 7 - 9 pm EST
Where: Rocky Run Middle School Lecture Hall
Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
*If American Sign Language or language interpretation is needed, please submit your request by March 6th.
📖 Supporting Academic Growth and Reading on Level by Third Grade
The FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.
Across FCPS, teachers, staff, parents, and even older students are invested in helping our youngest learners grow their love of reading from a strong foundation.
The goal is for students to move from “learning to read” to “reading to learn” by the end of the third grade. Reading on grade level is connected to other Strategic Plan goals, including completing advanced coursework and graduating on time.
Last fall, FCPS introduced a new reading curriculum that aligns with evidence-based literacy instruction. Between fall and winter, reading screener results show more than a 4% increase in the number of students in kindergarten to third grade approaching or meeting expectations. Similarly, 3.4% more third graders demonstrate strong foundations of reading and 8.4% more third graders are mastering grade-level standards.
Discover how an elementary school employs a science-based approach, including phonics, to supercharge students' reading.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Advertised Budget. View the Budget Development Calendar to stay up to date.
🗣️ Connect With Your Kids: Simple Steps to Stronger Communication
Teens skip things that don't interest them, including lectures from their parents. How do you connect with your children and really know what's going on in their lives? How can you become “unskippable”?
Effective communication can build trust and understanding, but it takes thought, planning, and effort.
The latest Healthy Minds Blog offers practical strategies to improve communication and build strong, lasting relationships:
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Ditch distractions and create a safe space where your child feels comfortable opening up.
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Listen actively and validate their feelings, even if you don't agree.
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Ask "how" questions instead of "what" questions to get them talking about their experiences.
For more tips and techniques, read the full article on the Healthy Minds Blog, which shares information related to youth mental health and wellness.
For support on talking with your teen about difficult subjects like fentanyl, discover how to Become Unskippable.
🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun
Registration will be available soon for summer camps offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore activities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes.
For more information, see the Summer Learning page.
Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp
More information at (703) 424-5868 or chantillygirlsbasketball@gmail.com
So much excitement in one photo! Students exploring the future of Brookfield through renderings, color palettes, and material samples. A new chapter awaits! 💙💛
PTA Community Meeting - March 4th
You're invited to Brookfield Elementary School's March Community PTA Meeting on Tuesday, March 4th, at 7 PM in the school cafeteria.
Everyone is welcome!
Free Cookies & Coffee!
Questions? PTA.Brookfield@gmail.com
Science Fair is March 20th!
The Science Fair is open to all students, and tri-fold boards will be provided. The sign-up deadline is March 12th.
Questions? PTA.Brookfield@gmail.com
Talent Show - May 9th
Prepare to showcase your solo or group talent at the Brookfield PTA Talent Show on Friday, May 9th!
Auditions will be held on April 3rd at 3:15 p.m. Participants must be available for all rehearsal dates and the May 9th performance.
Questions? PTA.Brookfield@gmail.com
Brookfield Family Science Night will be held from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 6. Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, discovery, and science learning! All students must be accompanied by an adult.
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Disclaimer: Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.
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