Tuesday Terragram May 13

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 05/13/2025 02:30 PM EDT

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Dear Terraset Families,

Thank you so much to everyone who showered our Terraset teachers and staff with appreciation last week. We felt truly valued and celebrated thanks to your kindness and generosity. From delicious treats to thoughtful surprises, every detail helped make the week extra special. We are very fortunate to serve such an incredible community each and every day!

Next Monday, 5/19 we will have our last 3 hour early release Monday of the year! Be sure to check your email for this month’s early release Monday dismissal confirmation for your child/ren.  Any changes to that plan should be made by calling the main office at 703-390-5600 by no later than this Thursday, May 15th.  It will be very difficult to navigate dismissal changes on the 19th.  Our priority is to get every Tiger home safely at the correct time.

Warmly,

Katie Aldridge, Principal

Dave Ickowski, Assistant Principal

🎒Did You Know?...

….Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 10.9%. Our goal is to stay below 10% all year. Please note that attendance is taken through the last day of school. This also includes tardies and early dismissals for our students. Every day that we partner together to keep chronic absenteeism down, we provide all Tigers with the environment to succeed. Let’s work together to get and stay below 10% this year!

….Kindergarten Playdates happen over the summer for rising Kindergarteners during the month of August. The Terraset PTO will share more information as it becomes available.

….Terraset is planning for a Sensory Room, also known as the Zen Den, to open in the very near future! This room will provide a tranquil space where students can take a break from sensory overstimulation to reduce stress and improve their experience at school.

🎺🎻25-26 Band & Orchestra

Now is your time to sign up for Band and Orchestra next school year (2025-2026)

Calling all 3rd graders:

SIGN UP NOW to join the Terraset Orchestra for next year! Orchestra: https://forms.gle/RyEwqPnoku8Sw9b57

Calling all 4th and 5th graders:

Now is the time to sign up for the orchestra and band program for next school year 2025-2026. You child can continue on their instrument or try something new. Sign up now! Band: https://forms.gle/nBb7WTcx55JPoz9PA Orchestra: https://forms.gle/RyEwqPnoku8Sw9b57 Chorus sign-ups will be in the fall 2025 Thank you for those who have signed up already. We are going to have a great year.

*Please note- Instrumental instruction may take place of Spanish, Outdoor Learning, or a special that is not required by FCPS.  A detailed schedule will be provided in the fall.

Musically,

Mr. McClure, Band Teacher 🎺🥁

Tanya Stanley, Orchestra Teacher 🎻🎶🎻

☕Principal Coffee and Conversations

Please join us for informal coffee and conversations from 9:45am-10:15am in the cafeteria.  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 June 6, 2025 for the last date of the school year.

🚸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!

🐯PTO News

Please be sure to subscribe to our weekly PTO news for more details about these activities and more:

  • Tigers on the Town: Join us on Friday, May 30 from 3-9pm at Chuck E. Cheese (2465 Centreville Rd, Herndon, VA 20171) for our next Tigers on the Town! 20% of proceeds will be donated to the PTO.
  • Terraset Field Day is coming soon, and we need volunteers to help run fun outdoor stations—no prep needed, just bring your energy! Sign up to help on May 27 (Grades K–3) and/or June 3 (Grades 4–6).
  • PTO Meeting & Appreciation Celebration: Tuesday, June 3 we’ll gather at Red’s Table at 6:30pm. Please join us in celebrating a great year and all the hard work and support our members and volunteers contributed.

🏫FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

  • FCPS Budget Update
  • Summer Internships for Students
  • Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

🐾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:

  • Wednesday, May 14 – 4th & 6th Grade Math SOL
  • Friday, May 16 – 5th Grade Science SOL
  • Monday, May 19- 3-hour Early Release
  • Tuesday, May 27- Field Day (K-3)
  • Tuesday, June 3- Field Day (4-6)
  • Tuesday, June 10- 6th Grade Party @ 12:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 11- 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 10:30 a.m. (TES Gym)

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