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Grades 4–6: Monday, August 25, 6:30–8:00 PM
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Grades PK–3: Tuesday, August 26, 6:30–8:00 PM Each night includes two identical sessions:
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Session 1: 6:30–7:10 PM
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Session 2: 7:20–8:00 PM
Parents are invited to join us at BTSN. Look at our video introduction!
At Silverbrook, we encourage our students to use Self-control, be Open minded, Accountable, and Respectful. When students show these behaviors, they are given a SOAR card. Students can take the card home to show parents and/or place it in the SOAR box. After we have collected 100-150 SOAR cards, our students will collectively celebrate. We are raising the praise for our kids at Silverbrook.
Meetings with Teachers
If you would like to have a conversation with teachers or administrators, we kindly encourage you to call ahead to secure an appointment.
We are inviting our families to our first virtual Seahawk Talk! We will discuss the 5 Top SR&R Changes. All parents should be informed about these changes. Access the QR code or bit.ly above to log in.
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/97098137880
New Volunteer Management System – Volunteer FCPS
FCPS has launched a new system to help ensure student and staff safety. Effective immediately:
- If you plan to volunteer more than twice this school year, or chaperone a field trip, you must register in Volunteer FCPS.
- The process involves multiple steps and cannot be completed last minute, so we encourage you to start early.
Volunteer Levels
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Level 1 – One-Time or Infrequent Volunteers (less than 3 times/year; does not include field trips)
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Level 2 – Frequent Volunteers (more than twice/year or any field trip chaperone) – Requires background check and/or fingerprinting. Multiple fingerprinting locations are available. All field trip chaperones are Level 3, even if it’s your only volunteer activity.
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Silverbrook Elementary School has Level 3 opportunities (i.e. Watch D.O.G.S).
How to Register as a Volunteer
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Review FCPS Volunteer Guidelines – All volunteers must read the FCPS Volunteer Protocols before getting started.
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Register in the FCPS Volunteer Portal
- Sign up for available opportunities (You can register as a general volunteer to start).
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Choose Your Volunteer Level (NEW) – If you might volunteer at a higher level later, we recommend registering as Level 2 now.
All volunteers (new or returning) must:
- Register in Volunteer FCPS
- Complete volunteer orientation
- Sign in through the visitor kiosk at each visit
- Complete a background check if required
For full details, visit the Volunteer FCPS website or contact our Volunteer Point of Contact, Annette Lanier with questions.
***Please share with any other family member who intends to volunteer.
Thank you for helping keep our students safe!
Goodies with Grandparents
In honor of National Grandparents Day, we invite grandparents to join us on Friday, September 5, from 2:15–3:30 PM for treats, crafts, and reading time with their grandchild(ren). Please RSVP by August 28 using this Google form. We will also send a letter to the parent to verify release of the students to their grandparent.
You Are Invited to Join the PTO!
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The Silverbrook PTO invites you to join us this year in our efforts to support the Silverbrook Elementary School community.
To purchase your annual membership:
Then, mark your calendar for our first members meeting of the school year on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7:00 PM in the Silverbrook cafeteria.
We look forward to working together to help make this another awesome school year!
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Blue Star Welcome Week Dinner
We look forward to celebrating our military families on Monday, September 29, from 5:30–6:30 PM. Please RSVP by September 20 and indicate any food contributions via this Google form
Early Release Days
Thank you to the 200 families who have responded to Silverbrook’s Early Release Wednesday form. Please click on the link for easy access to the Google form. Early Release Dates for the South County Pyramid:
- September 17
- October 15
- November 19
- December 17
- February 25
- March 25
- April 29
- May 20
Opt In/Opt Out for Early Release Wednesday Childcare
While we anticipate that most students will be dismissed at [time] on limited early release Wednesdays, we recognize that some families may require childcare. These students will be supervised by [instructional assistants? substitutes? school-based staff?]. No new instruction will take place, as after-school care is strictly supervised.
Parents and caregivers should log in to the Parent Digital Consent system to review and provide consent to a variety of resources and services, including Early Release Wednesday Childcare.
- OPT-IN if you require childcare on our limited early release Wednesdays.
- OPT-OUT if your child will go home (or to childcare arranged with SACC or another provider) at the early release time.
Families need to complete the opt-in form by Monday, August 25, for after-school supervision for all early release Wednesdays. If a family needs to change their selection, they should notify our front office at least one week in advance to ensure enough staff are available to provide supervision.
Help Your Child Navigate the Lunch Line
Help your child get through the lunch line quickly and have more time to eat:
- Teach your child their student ID number to receive meals at school.
- Sign up for and add money to MySchoolBucks to purchase meals at school.
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Apply for free and reduced-price meals. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price meals last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should submit a new application as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
If your child has any food allergies, learn how to submit accommodations for dietary restrictions and allergens. Access menus for breakfast, lunch, and other school meals, as well as allergen and nutrition information.
Student Smart Watches and Cell Phones
Please remind your child that FCPS is phone-free! For elementary school students, this means:
- Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
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- Cell phones and personal devices (airpods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office at [number]. Learn more about FCPS’ cell phone and personal device policy.
08/25 & 08/26: BTSN 6:30 p.m.
08/29 & 09/01: Student Holiday (No School)
09/05: Goodies with Grandparents 2:15 p.m.
09/08: Seahawk Talk 6:30 p.m.
09/17: Early Release Wednesday 12:35 p.m.
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