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Thank you to Brayden Collins and his volunteers for completing an Eagle Scout project
that benefits Terra Centre's outdoor learning space!
Dear Families,
A huge thank you to our PTA for organizing a successful Burgers and Bingo Night! It was a wonderful evening of fun and community. We truly appreciate your support and participation.
As we celebrate April as the Month of the Military Child, we encourage everyone to wear purple on Wednesday, April 9 in honor of Purple Up! Day. This day allows us to show our support for the military children who sacrifice so much for our country.
April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students.
We want to remind you that there will be no school for students tomorrow, March 31 and Tuesday, April 1 and we welcome students back on Wednesday, April 2.
Lastly, please remember that spring break will take place from April 14 - April 18, with no school for students during this time. The school office will be closed as well.
Thank you for your continued support.
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Teresa Lewis, Assistant Principal
Important Reminders
2025-2026 Terra Centre Optional Parent Input Form
As we prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, our staff collaborates regarding student placements. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academic abilities are considered as we create our new classes. Other factors impacting the decision-making process of student class assignments are new student enrollments and teachers moving to a new assignment.
Terra Centre families may assist in this process by sharing insights. Please note the following when providing information. We do not accept requests for specific teachers for the upcoming grade placement. This includes hints that reference specific teachers. We cannot guarantee friend requests nor exceptions for other students whereby there may be a conflict. Additionally, some placements are made due to specific programming needs (i.e. Advanced Academics, Special Education, etc.). We do our best to create a positive learning year for your child.
Please do not email additional information. Completion of the form is optional, however, the deadline for any correspondence is March 31, at 4:00 PM. Thank you for your input.
2025-2026 Terra Centre Optional Parent Input Form
Kindergarten Orientation
We are looking forward to meeting our newest T.C. Tigers at our Kindergarten Orientation.on Tuesday, April 1, from 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Registration appointments can be made by emailing our SIA, Mrs. Sollers, at vasollers@fcps.edu.
Book Fair Coming Soon & Volunteers Needed!
We are beginning to plan for our Spring 2025 Scholastic Book Fair! This cannot happen without the generous support of our volunteers! We’re looking for help during school hours on April 3-4 as we set up, preview, and make wish lists, as well as with book sales throughout the week of April 7-11. We’ll also need help in the evening on Tuesday, Apr. 8 for our Book Fair Family Night. If you’re available for one or more of these shifts, please click the following link to get to our Sign-Up Genius page to support us! Thank you so much! Remember this fun event gets kids excited about reading and is a huge support to our school library. We appreciate your faithful support!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48AEAB2AAB9-55591831-spring#/)
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Robinson Pyramid Art Show
Yearbook Orders
Spring Testing Dates
Community Peers Program
Please complete the following form if you are interested:
Community Peers Program
Mark Your Calendar
Month of the Military Child
Autism Acceptance Month
National Arab American Heritage Month
School Library Month
Monday, March 31: No School, Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Tuesday, April 1: No School, Teacher Workday
Tuesday, April 1: Kindergarten Orientation, 9:00-10:30-cafeteria
Tuesday, April 1: PTA Kona Ice event, 10:30-11:30-TC Parking lot
April 6-April 12: National Library Week
April 7-April 11: Book Fair, Library
Tuesday, April 8: Book Fair Family Night, 6:00-8:00-library
Wednesday, April 9: Purple Up day!
Thursday, April 10: Robinson Pyramid Art Show-Robinson gym
Monday, April 14-Friday, April 18: No School, Spring Break
Saturday, April 26: PTA Fun Fair, 3:00 pm-6:00 pm-TC School grounds
Monday, April 28: 3 hour early release, K-6 students only
Monday, May 19: 3 hour early release, K-6 students only
Monday, May 19: Spring Band and Strings concert, Robinson Russell Theatre
Monday, May 26: No School, Memorial Day Holiday
Friday, June 6: 6th grade promotion ceremony, 9:00 am-gym
Wednesday, June 11: Last day of school for K-6 students, early dismissal
Important Dates for Three-Hour Early Release:
Monday, April 28
Monday, May 19
PTA News
Kona Ice - April 1
This is no April Fools! Come grab some delicious Kona Ice and welcome next year's Terra Centre Kindergarten Class on Tuesday, April 1.
Kona will be on site at Terra Centre from 10:30-11:30, and 10% of the proceeds will go back to our PTA!
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Interested in helping out the PTA?
We're currently looking for board members next year! Don't fear--it's not as much as you'd think, since we have such a great team and volunteer network to share the workload. All it takes is some energy and a few hours a month. Interested in learning more, or nominating someone? Fill out this form, and our nominating committee will get back to you! https://forms.gle/onww3sNA3nczS6mB6
All Terra Centre families may now register for Spring 2025 PTA afterschool clubs. Click here or use the url below.
https://tcpta.ptboard.com/formvw/store?store=5158
Our annual PTA Fun Fair will be Saturday, April 26 from 3-6pm.
Tickets are on sale now for a 40% discount! Order yours today and skip the lines!
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
FCPS Updates
⏰ Coming Soon: School Start Times Survey
Last year, FCPS held community forums and surveyed middle school families regarding middle school start times. Now, we would like to hear from all staff and families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. The goal remains to begin middle school at 8 a.m. or later at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
On April 1, a survey link will be sent by email to staff, parents/caregivers, and students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open for two weeks and will be available in multiple languages.
🏫 Helping Your Child Prepare for Kindergarten
We recognize that parents are their children’s first teachers. Explore the resources on FCPS’ School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten webpage for ways to help ensure your child starts kindergarten with confidence.
☀️ Save the Date for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza
Discover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County!
Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
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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