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Dear Terraset Families,
As the weather turns warmer and summer begins to approach, we need your help to ensure all of our Tigers are present and engaged in learning all day, every day. As of today, our school’s chronic absenteeism rate is 13.5% and our goal is to be at 10% or lower in order to meet state accreditation measures. Let’s see how many of our Tigers can have perfect attendance in the 4th quarter!
Speaking of well-attended events, this past Friday we had so much fun coming together as a community for the 6th grade basketball challenge. Huge thanks to our 6th grade parent volunteer group, the Terraset PTO, and numerous staff members who helped make it happen. On Saturday, a select group of 6th graders participated in the 2025 6th grade all-county choral festival at Mount Vernon High School. Kudos to each of them for their amazing performance! Huge thanks to all of our families that joined us today for our Kindergarten Orientation event. If you were unable to attend, we can’t wait to welcome you and the presentation will be posted to the Terraset website this week.
Warmly,
Katie Aldridge, Principal
Dave Ickowski, Assistant Principal
⏰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.
Today, 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.
💜 PURPLE UP! for Military-Connected Children
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and recognize the sacrifices of over 13,500 military-connected children in Fairfax County.
Join us in celebrating Purple Up Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, by wearing purple to show your support for these young heroes! Let’s paint the day purple in appreciation of their strength and resilience! 💜
🚌STUFF THE BUS 2025
Join the South Lakes Pyramid schools in making a difference! From Monday, April 21 to Thursday, April 24, all schools in the South Lakes Pyramid will be collecting donations for the South Lakes High School Food Pantry.
Then, on Friday, April 25, an FCPS bus will travel from school to school to STUFF THE BUS with all collected donations!
🛒 Most Needed Items:
🥫 Canned goods (tuna, chicken, veggies, soup, fruit)
🧂 Plastic bottles/jars (cooking oil, peanut butter, jelly, spices)
🍚 Box/dry goods (rice, dried beans, pasta, cereal, boxed milk)
🧼 Hygiene products (shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, diapers-4/5, baby wipes)
Let's come together and support families in need! Drop off your donations in the Terraset lobby. Every contribution counts!
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS. Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
☕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:
May 2, 2025
June 6, 2025
🔬Spring Break STEM Camp
Hands-On Science & Engineering Activities! (Free for Eligible Students)
Looking for an exciting and educational way for your child to spend spring break? Students from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology are hosting a Spring Break STEM Camp for 4th-7th graders from April 14-18 in McLean, VA. Campers will explore engineering, coding, chemistry, physics, and biology through engaging, hands-on activities designed to make STEM fun and accessible. The camp runs from 9 AM - 3 PM, with optional extended care available.
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Cost:$180 (FREE for students receiving free/reduced lunch)
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Location:6888 Elms St. Suite 2C, McLean, VA
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Lunch:Students should bring their own
- All proceeds benefit CAPA NoVA and TJHSST clubs
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/N9downzWECuXoYQW9. For more details or questions, please email springstemcamp@gmail.com.
🎻Summer Strings Camp
Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 7-18, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.
You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Register early to save money and reserve your student’s spot!
Now Enrolling: Free Half-Day Pre-K
We are excited to welcome community peers, ages 3-5, to our FREE, high-quality half-day preschool program for the 2025-26 school year! This inclusive learning experience allows children to grow alongside preschool students with disabilities in a nurturing, play-based environment led by certified teachers.
📚 Engaging Curriculum
🤝 Social & Emotional Development
🌟 Confidence & Friendship Building
Spots are limited—apply now!
🏕️New Girl Scout Troop
We are excited to announce that Girl Scout Troop 51153 has been established at our school, welcoming girls K-3. Girl Scouts helps young students discover the fun, friendship and power of girls together. This Troop will begin meeting this Spring! For information, or with questions, please contact Troop Leader and Terraset Parent Amanda Patel at Troop5113Leaders@gmail.com
📖AAP Spring Newsletter
The FCPS AAP Spring newsletter is now available.You can view it here.
Questions about FCPS’ Advanced Academic Program may be directed to Jennifer Szczesniak, Terraset’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), jkszczesniak@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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Thank You to the many volunteers and donors who made the 2025 Basketball Challenge possible. It was a fun time and a successful fundraiser, and we appreciate everyone’s support and attendance.
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There Is No April PTO Meeting, but please watch for an update via email–it will include a slate of officers who have been nominated and will be up for election at our May meeting.
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Join Us on May 7 for the Next Full PTO Meeting at 6:30 pm in the library. We’ll hold elections and a “volunteer fair” celebrating our 2024-25 accomplishments and sharing ways that parents can learn more about what we do and hopefully find ways they’d like to get involved next year.
- Mark Your Calendars for Tigers on the Town at Chuck E. Cheese on May 30
🏫FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Summer Extravaganza
- Science Fair Winners
- Celebrating Champion Students and Staff
🐾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:
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Friday, April 4: 5th/6th Grade Spring Fling @ 5:30p.m. (TES Cafeteria)
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Wednesday, April 9: Terraset's Got Talent show @ 6:30p.m. (TES Cafeteria)
- April 14 - April 18: Spring Break (No School)
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Monday, April 28: 3-hour Early Release (Students dismiss at 1:05)
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Wednesday, April 30: Band and Chorus Concert @ 7:00p.m. (TES Gym)
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Monday, May 5: Strings Concert @ 7p.m. (TES Gym)
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Wednesday, May 7: PTO Meeting @ 6:30p.m. (TES Library)
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