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A Message from Ms. Kirkland
Thank you to all the families that came to our Back-to-School Night last night! It was so lovely to connect with so many caregivers and share about your child's classrooms. If you weren't able to attend, that's okay. You can reach out to your child's teacher and ask her to share Back-to-School Night information.
As summer winds down, please continue to work on getting bedtime routines in place. Being back in school can be very tiring. One great you can help your child is to make sure they are getting a good night's rest. The American Association of Pediatricians recommends 9-12 hours of sleep each night for 6-12 year-olds. Restful sleep helps our children focus, learn, and engage in socially positive ways.
Tomorrow begins a four-day weekend for our community. We hope that you enjoy a lovely weekend that is full of fun and rest!
As always, thank you for your partnership!
Kate
Kate Kirkland, Principal
kekirkland@fcps.edu
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Calendar Reminder: No School September 9
Schools will be closed on September 9 in order to allow for a special election to be held on school campuses.
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Lunch & Dinner Available on September 9
We’re excited to share that our school will be offering lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on Tuesday, September 9.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Lunch and a snack will be served together from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Meals must be eaten on site at participating schools.
- Enrichment activities will be available for children. Participation is encouraged but not required.
- Only children 18 and under may receive meals.
- Each child may receive one lunch and one snack.
If you have questions, please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services at 703-813-4800.
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Limited Early Release Days on Wednesdays
Early release Wednesdays will start in mid-September 2025. Each elementary school will have a total of eight early release days throughout the school year, which is about one per month. Lunch will be provided on early release.
Students will be dismissed THREE hours early at 12:30 p.m.
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September 10
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October 29
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November 12
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December 10
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February 18
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March 18
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April 22
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May 13
We will again offer student supervision until 3:30 p.m. for families who have childcare hardships. Students will not be provided with extra instruction during this time. More information regarding student supervision will be shared next year.
Detailed information regarding FCPS early release Wednesdays may be found here.
PTO Events
PTO Meeting
Our first PTO meeting of the school year will be Wednesday, September 3 at 6:30pm. This will be an in-person meeting held in our Mount Eagle library.
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Band & Strings for Grades 4-6
Students in Grade 4 are eligible to learn a stringed instrument during their specials time. Students in Grade 5 & 6 may choose strings or band.
This week, our band and strings teachers met with students in Grades 4-6 to share these instruments as well as permission forms for participation.
Please connect with your child to ask them about this opportunity. They should have permission forms for you today. Permission forms should be returned to Mount Eagle as soon as possible so we can get your child started with this exciting learning.
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Changes to Parent Volunteer Policies in FCPS
At Mount Eagle, our volunteers are a vital part of our school community. We deeply value the time and care they give to our students.
Recent updates to our volunteer process focus on one primary goal: keeping students safe.
These updates — such as checks against the sex offender registry and, in some cases, criminal background checks — are safety measures that will help us maintain a secure and supportive learning environment for every student in our care.
Volunteer FCPS ensures a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. This includes individuals who volunteer to chaperone on field trips, work at book fairs, and help out regularly in classrooms, libraries, or cafeterias. Volunteers who work unsupervised with students will also be required to undergo a background check.
We understand these changes may seem disruptive, especially for long-time volunteers. Our intent is to ensure that our students feel safe and supported with each and every person they encounter at school.
As a reminder, all volunteers — and visitors to a school — are required to sign in by scanning their ID at our visitor kiosk. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.
🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance
As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.
Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.
Important Times
Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am
Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am
Dismissal Bell: 3:30pm
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Important Dates
Friday, August 29 & Monday, Sept 1 | No School
Tuesday, September 9 | Student Holiday - No School
Wednesday, September 10 | Early Release Dismissal at 12:30pm
Tuesday, September 23 | Student Holiday - No School
Thursday, October 2 | Student Holiday - No School
Monday, October 13 | Student Holiday - No School
Monday, October 20 | Student Holiday - No School
Wednesday, October 29 | Early Release Wednesday - Students dismiss at 12:30pm
Friday, October 31 | End Quarter 1 - Students dismiss at 1:30pm
You can access the full 2025-26 calendar here. Days that are shaded pink or blue are holidays for students. Orange days are NOT school holidays.
Get Involved in Your PTO
At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.
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Parent/Guardian Handbook
Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Your Partners in Education
We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.
Kate Kirkland, Principal
kekirkland@fcps.edu
Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal
lnpinski@fcps.edu
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