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Dear Island Creek Families,
It was wonderful meeting many of our Military Families this morning!
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Wednesday is our first 3-Hour Early Release Wednesday for school-age students at 12:20.
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Friday is our 4th Annual Croc Rock-N-Run! Run Times are shown below.
- Next week is our first Spirit Week as we gear up for the Croc Rock-N-Run!
Have a fantastic weekend, and we hope you spend some time with a great book!
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Warmly,
Jen Fallert, Principal
Karen Baxter, Assistant Principal
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❤️Questions?
❤️Suggestions?
❤️Concerns?
Should you have questions, suggestions, or concerns, please reach out to your child's teacher. Additionally, the following staff are here to support and may be reached via email or by calling the front office at 571-642-6300.
Nikki Bohnert, School Counselor (anbohnert@fcps.edu)
Sarah Trevino, School Counselor (smtrevino@fcps.edu)
Amy Garcia, Family Liaison (ajgarcia@fcps.edu)
Jeremy Cox, Military Family Life Counselor (jrcox@fcps.edu)
Jermaine Perkins, School Psychologist (jtperkins@fcps.edu)
Allison DeGregorio, Social Worker (amdegregorio@fcps.edu)
Melissa Lord, Public Health Nurse (mlord@fcps.edu)
Karen Baxter, Assistant Principal (kpbaxter@fcps.edu)
Jen Fallert, Principal (jrfallert@fcps.edu)
🐊 Mark your calendars for Friday, September 19*!
This year, the PTA and Island Creek Administration have teamed up to direct funds toward exciting new initiatives that support our students and staff.
📩 Look for a printed flyer from the PTA and a digital flyer from your child's teacher, which will include all the details.
👉 Register and set up your students' fundraising page and learn more about our school-wide goals here: https://app.givebacks.gives/croc2025
🙌 Parents and Guardians, sign up to volunteer during the event: https://tinyurl.com/Croc2025Volunteer
📣 Families can also register to attend and cheer on their student: https://tinyurl.com/ParentsCrocRocknRun
💚 Want to make an even bigger impact? Join the ICES PTA today—just $10 and takes less than 2 minutes: https://tinyurl.com/PTA25membership
*The rain date for this event is September 26.
📅 Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001268861
📸 Images Available: Approximately two to three weeks after picture day
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email Victor O'Neill Studios at underclass@vosphoto.com
Early Release Wednesdays (12:20) for school-age students
If you’d like to learn more about the FCPS Advanced Academics Program (AAP), please plan to attend our AAP Overview Family Session on Thursday, September 18, at 6 p.m. in the Island Creek Library.
In the meantime, you can find details about the Full-Time AAP referral process, forms, and timelines on the FCPS AAP website.
Did you know the building and renovation of our schools is NOT funded through the annual FCPS operating budget?
New and renovated school buildings are funded by voter-approved bond referendums, like the one on the upcoming Election Day ballot in November.Learn more about the upcoming $460 million bond referendum and the schools projected to be affected: fcps.edu/bond.
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life.
A series of Community Conversations will be held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities. These events are also a chance for you to share your thoughts and ask questions about FCPS. Events are planned for the following dates from 6 to 8 p.m.:
Locations and registration links will be shared in future issues of FCPS This Week. Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all
The Back-to-School issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. The newsletter is sent by FCPS’ Department of Special Services, which provides a network of support to staff, students, and families to break down barriers to learning and help students succeed as individuals.
 October Programs from the Fairfax County Public Schools Family Resource Center
Sibshops and SibTeen, October 13, 9 a.m.- noon at the Jim Scott Community Center, 3001 Vaden Dr, Fairfax, VA
The Sibshops is a special program for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have a sibling with a disability. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun. Register Here
SibTeen is a special program for children in grades 6-9 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have a sibling with a disability. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences. Register here
Please contact FCPSSibshops@FCPS.edu for questions about either program.
Fall Camps
The Fairfax County Park Authority offers camps when schools are closed on the following dates this fall: Tuesday, September 23, Thursday, October 2, Monday, October 13, Monday, October 20, Monday-Tuesday, November 3-4, and Tuesday, November 11. Search the Fairfax County Park Authority website for offerings. Choose ‘CAMPS SCHOOL YEAR’ under ‘Category of Activity’ and then click ‘Search Activities’ for a list of camps. Contact Registration at 703-222-4664 with any questions.
Recreation Opportunities for Students with Special Needs
Therapeutic Recreation Services is a department of Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services. They provide school-age programs for individuals with disabilities and their families to assist them on the road toward lifelong participation and enjoyment in recreation and leisure activities.
This fall, school-age programs include:
S.M.I.L.E.: preschool play program for ages 2-5
FANtastic Times: monthly family events held in community settings
JPMF Splash: learn water safety, skills, and have fun in and around the water
Saturday Discovery: explore leisure interests in a smaller, contained setting
Voyager Program: Build leisure independence in larger group environment
Visit the website to register. Fall registration opens: September 10, 2025. Questions? Contact 703-324-5532 or NCS-TRACERS@fairfaxcounty.gov
❤️Wednesday, September 17: 3-Hour Early Release at 12:20 for school-age students
❤️Thursday, September 18: Advanced Academics Overview (6:00 PM, Library)
❤️Friday, September 19: Croc Rock-N-Run (rain date: 9/26)
❤️Monday, September 22: Picture Day!
❤️Tuesday, September 23: School Closed (Rosh Hashanah)
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