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Please join us in congratulating the following Mustangs for being selected as "Safety Patrols of the Month" for the month March! We appreciate all that each and everyone of you does to be alert and responsible as you keep our Mustang Community safe!
- Bus 1 - Srinithya
- Bus 2 - Rishitha
- Bus 3 - Ishika
- Bus 4 - Ruth
- Bus 1 & 5 - Alaina
- Bus 6 - Ilyas
- MUES Halls - Sara & Zoe
- MUES Crosswalk & Kiss and Ride - Senthur
Hello MUES Families,
It has been a short, yet busy week at MUES! We began the week by having off of school on Monday in celebration of Eid, which many of our Mustang families celebrate. We certainly hope it was a wonderful day of celebration for our families!
On Tuesday, as students enjoyed their day off from school, we had a great day of engaging professional development for our staff as we prepared for the 4th (and final) quarter of the school year. As a friendly reminder, 3rd grade progress report card grades will be live in ParentVUE next week.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Ms. Scott and Mr. Schatz, General Music teachers, for supporting our 6th grade Mustangs who participated in last weekend's All County Chorus performance. Additionally, I'd also like to thank Ms. Coe, Art teacher, for selecting such incredible pieces of artwork created by some of our Mustangs to showcase at yesterday evening's Westfield Pyramid Art Show.
Ms. Scott, Mr. Schatz, and Ms. Coe did an excellent job highlighting the great talent of our Mustangs at these two division-wide community events! We are fortunate to have them supporting our Mustangs!
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Did you know that the month of April is School Library Month and it's a great time to celebrate the essential role that school librarians play in the lives of students. School librarians ensure students have access to a wide variety of high-quality books and resources that connect them to the world and build a culture of literacy. Librarians develop lessons that are meaningful to students and help them develop critical thinking, inquiry, and information literacy skills. They support learning across all subject areas by teaching students the skills to be independent problem-solvers and creative thinkers. By creating a safe environment for all students to be engaged and curious learners, FCPS libraries are places where everyone belongs. Take a moment to learn more about FCPS Library Programs and share your appreciation of your school librarian!
Please join me in thanking Ms. Soni for being the best school librarian a school community can ask for!
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The start of spring break is now just one week away! Enjoy your weekend, Mustang Family!
Sincerely,
Melissa Goddin
Proud Principal
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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.
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April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS resources for military families. |
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FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
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How can you and your child create solutions that are new and unique? During National Poetry Month, work with your child to find new ways to create poetry with words found in the world around you. You can use newspapers, magazines, books, even grocery lists to create a new poem. In April’s AART Newsletter we use book spines to create one funny and one thoughtful poem using the titles of books written on their spines. Share with us poetry you generate together! |
Mark your calendars! Here is the SOL testing schedule for our Mustangs:
- 3rd Grade Reading: May 8th
- 3rd Grade Math: May 20th
- 4th Grade Reading: May 14th
- 4th Grade Math: May 21st
- 5th Grade Reading: May 13th
- 5th Grade Math: May 15th
- 5th Grade Science: May 20th
- 6th Grade Reading: May 16th
- 6th Grade Math: May 22nd
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Is there a staff member at McNair Upper ES that you would like to recognize?
The FCPS CARES Program allows parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees who go above and beyond to help others and show they care about their students, colleagues, and the community. We invite you to submit a story below to acknowledge the great work of an FCPS employee or group of employees who should receive FCPS CARES recognition.
Please take note of the following before submitting an FCPS CARES:
- Submissions are entered through StaffConnect, the HR portal for all employee actions. Select “I want to submit a(n)” and scroll to “FCPS Cares Submission.” The report will use the word “incident,” which is a generic term for all submissions, regardless of type.
- A notification email, with the submission text included, will be sent to the recipient(s) and copied to the recipient's supervisor(s).
- All submissions will be posted to our FCPS CARES webpage and shared via other FCPS news outlets.
- Submissions containing personal or sensitive information may be edited to protect individuals' privacy.
- Feel free to compose your submission using a text editor such as Microsoft Word before copying and pasting it in the StaffConnect text box.
- For questions, please email employeeawards@fcps.edu.
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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.
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FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is hosting a series of Community Conversations across the school division this spring. These events are a valuable opportunity for communities to share your thoughts, ask questions, and engage directly with Dr. Reid. Your input matters, and we encourage you to participate.
Community Conversations – Open to all families from all regions
- Monday, April 7 | 6:30–7:30 p.m. | Greenbriar West Elementary School - Registration Link
- Monday, April 21 | 6:30–7:30 p.m. | Mount Eagle Elementary School - Registration Link
- Wednesday, April 23 | 6:30–7:30 p.m. | Mason Crest Elementary School - Registration Link
Interpreter services will be provided for all events.
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This year, spring break is April 14th-April 18th. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Monday, April 21st when our school doors open at 8:35 AM.
Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong! Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.
As required by the Code of Virginia, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend public school. All students entering seventh grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older.
- Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older.
- A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents/guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with their child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. If your child does not have a health care provider, please visit the FCPS Immunizations Resource page to find out where to get an immunization.
Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.
Order your 24-25 MUES Yearbook now by visiting the following website:
MUES 24-25 School Yearbook Order Link
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We would love the help of our McNair families to stock both of our school's teacher workrooms with snacks, treats, and drinks for our hard working staff members to enjoy while they plan engaging lessons and activities for our Mustangs.
If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:
Fall Snacks Sign-Up Form
Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Thank you in advance for your support!
Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson
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Please Join PTA!
Registration Link for PTA membership: https://mcnairespta.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true
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Welcome Our Volunteers! Let's welcome and share our gratitude! A big shout out to:
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Shaneece Gaines for leading the Movie Night & 6th Grade Promotion.
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Aditi Agarwal for taking charge of the Bingo Night.
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Shanthi Subramanian for volunteering as the Financial Secretary.
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Daily Care Study
Parenting is hard and important! It has many highs and lows, challenges and successes, but a lot of research about parents and parenting has not included all American families. That’s why we need YOUR help!
We are looking for parents and caregivers with children between 5-15 years old to join the Daily Care Study through the Department of Social Work at George Mason University.
Link for more Information: https://c3lab.socialwork.gmu.edu/daily-care-study/
What is the Daily Care Study?
The Daily Care Study was designed to learn how all American parents and caregivers deal with the highs and lows, successes and challenges of parenting in today’s world. The study has 3 parts:
A baseline survey
14 brief daily surveys (sent in the evening)
A 6-month follow up survey
Everything is done online and can be completed from a location of your choosing, using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Will I get paid?
Parents and caregivers can earn up to $125 for their time. PLUS, get entered to win $300 in 2 raffles.
Eligibility: ONLY 220 parents/caregivers that are:
o 18 years or older
o A parent/caregiver of a child between 5-15 years old
o Live in the same residence as the child between 5-15 years old
o Fluent in English
o A resident in the United States of America
o Have reliable access to the internet to access study surveys
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Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser
Harris Teeter’s Together In Education program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. A percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn.
Instruction for Families:
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Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
- Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.
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Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090
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Volunteers Needed!
We need 3 Volunteers to join our Financial Committee.
We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:
- Running Event (fun run or color run)
- International Night/Cultural Fair
- Student Talent Show
- Kids vs. Adult Sports Tournament
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What Does an Event Coordinator Do?
Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.
We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections. We'd love for you to join us!
Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu
Thank you for all your support!
Warm Regards,
Sayanti Dasgupta
VP Communications McNair ES PTA
- April 14th-April 18th: Spring Break; school closed
- April 28th-May 2nd: Spring Book Fair Week
- April 30th: Spring Art Show, Spring Chorus Concert, & Family Night at the Spring Book Fair (more information to come)
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