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Dear Terraset Families,
This week’s spring-like weather has reminded us that in less than a month it will officially be spring! It is a great time to pause and celebrate all of the incredible progress and achievements our Tigers have made so far this year. We have consistently observed our students engaging in meaningful and joyful learning, acquiring new skills, collaborating with one another and demonstrating kindness in many ways. This would not be possible without our talented professionals at school AND your dedication to our partnership- thank you!
If you would like to recognize a Terraset staff member for going above and beyond, please be sure to shout them out with an FCPS Cares submission here.
With much appreciation always,
Katie Aldridge, Principal
Dave Ickowski, Assistant Principal
🏀Read Across America Celebration With Kwame Alexander
Sunday, March 2nd at 2:30 p.m. at Langston Hughes Middle School
Join the National Education Association for an unforgettable afternoon as we celebrate the power of literature, education, and music with an exclusive performance by award-winning author Kwame Alexander and jazz bassist Amy Shook. Experience the magic as they bring his acclaimed book, The Crossover, to life in a dynamic jazz performance, and Langston Hughes Middle School students share their artistic, dramatic, musical and athletic talents with invited students, families, educators, and esteemed guests.
🐕 No Pets on School Grounds
Please refrain from bringing your pets with you to arrival and dismissal at the school. It is expected that we all follow the No Pets on School Grounds expectation of FCPS. Should you have any questions or concerns, we are always happy to connect.
🏀Participate in the 2025 Terraset Basketball Challenge!
Details:
- Date: Friday, March 28th
- Time: 5:30 pm (Doors Open), 6:00pm (Tip Off)
- Location: South Lakes High School
- Ticket, concession, and volunteer information will be shared by the PTO soon
6th Grade Player Participation
The Basketball Challenge is a final four style tournament, four teams composed of 6th grade students and staff.
Basketball practices are scheduled for 8am-9am in the Terraset Gym on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Please see Mr. Barnett for permission forms and waivers. **Please note once players are assigned to a team, their specific team will practice once a week, either Tuesdays or Wednesdays March 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 & 26. If there is a conflict, Mr. Barnett will work to accommodate.**
2nd-6th Grade Cheerleader Participation·
Students participating will work on skills and cheers taught by the high school cheerleaders and then perform at the game!
Please see Mrs. Gregston for permission forms and waivers. She will be in attendance during all cheer activities. Cheerleading practices will be held 3/10, 3/12, 3/14, 3/19, 3/21, 3/24, and 3/26 from 4:05-5:15 p.m. and cheerleaders will need to arrive at the game at 5:30 pm on March 28. Students interested should return their signed permission form to Mrs. Gregston ASAP and no later than March 3.
🧸 Kindergarten Registration
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 Shannon Johnson, 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.
☕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
🍽️Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28
Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day. Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student. To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.
📑Mathematics Resource Review
Fairfax County Public Schools will adopt new Mathematics Instructional Resources for the 2025-2026 (secondary) and 2026-2027 (elementary) school years. A review committee composed of community members, administrators, and teachers will be meeting to review materials submitted by vendors. The public is also invited to review materials and provide comments.
Mathematics basal instructional resources may be accessed in-person and online from February 14, 2025 – March 21, 2025, for public feedback. Those reviewing instructional materials in-person or on-line will give feedback via a digital input form.
Hard copies of instructional materials will be available for review at Willow Oaks Welcome Center Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Note: If review hours are needed outside of these hours please email mathbasalreview@fcps.edu
📔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.
🐯PTO News
Be sure to subscribe to PTO news for more info about everything the PTO has coming up, including:
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This Thursday, February 27: IHOP Tigers on the Town - Dine in or take out at IHOP (494 Elden St. Herndon VA) from 5-9pm and support the PTO! Mention the Terraset PTO fundraiser when ordering. Encourage friends to meet you there, and wear your grade level t-shirt that day!
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Wednesday, March 5: PTO meeting, 6:30pm in the library. Our guest speaker is Adrienne Glenn from the FCPS Office of Equity & Cultural Responsiveness. Childcare provided.
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Friday, March 28: Basketball Challenge: Tickets will go on sale later this week. See PTO News on Thursday for more details.
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Now Through March 2: Clubs Registration There are a lot of great clubs to choose from, and most still have spots left! Sign up today at https://www.homeroom.com/sites/terraset-elementary-reston/enrichment
🏫FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Flu Prevention
- Students Spread Joy
- Investing in our Classrooms
🐾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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Friday, February 28: Principal/Parent Coffee Meeting @ 9:45 a.m. (TES Cafeteria)
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Sunday, March 2: Kwame Alexander Event @ 2:30 p.m. (LHMS)
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Wednesday, March 5: PTO Meeting @ 6:30 p.m. (Library)
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Monday, March 17: 3-hour Early Dismissal
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Monday, March 31: No School (Eid al-Fitr)
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Friday, March 28: PTO Basketball Challenge @ 6pm (SLHS Gym)
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