💙🐎💛 Brookfield News and Notes 9/26/2025


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Our Broncos, Our Moments, Our Story

Students working on journaling in Mrs. Katz' class.

What a great day of learning! Mrs. Katz's kindergarteners were focused on their journals today, with some one-on-one help from their amazing teacher. We love seeing our students' confidence grow as they share their ideas on paper.

Students engaged in Benchmark Advanced Lessons

Benchmark Advance in action! Ms. Tickle's 1st graders are building strong reading and comprehension skills.


A Message from Our Admin Team

Brookfield Admin Team

Dear Brookfield Community,

As we reach the halfway point of our first quarter, the entire admin team wants to share how incredibly proud we are of the work happening in every area of our building. From Broncoville to the main building, the momentum is strong, and our students and staff are thriving.

We want to send a heartfelt thank you for the overwhelming generosity shown to our school. Thanks to the support of former staff and students, current staff, neighbors, friends, and dedicated community partners, we are currently well-stocked with student supplies. Your support ensures that every student has what they need for a strong start to the school year, and we are truly grateful for this beautiful demonstration of community spirit.

We are so proud to have you as a part of our Brookfield family. Your partnership is invaluable. Please continue the great habit of reading with your children at home, and never hesitate to reach out to us if you need anything.

We look forward to a fantastic rest of the quarter!

Warmly,

Lesley Hassen, Principal

Margaret Sisler, Assistant Principal

Anthony Ramakis, Assistant Principal


Reminder: No School - October 2

Wednesday, October 1, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. There is school that day, but important events will not occur after school. Thursday, October 2, is a holiday and schools and offices will be closed. See the complete school year calendar.

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Yom Kippur

En la tarde del miercoles, 1 de octubre, será un día de observancia sólo por la tarde para Yom Kippur, el día más sagrado en el Judaísmo. Ese día habrá clases, pero no habrá eventos importantes después de la escuela. Consulte el calendario escolar completo.


Advanced Academics Family Meeting on 9/30

An Advanced Academic Programs family information meeting at Brookfield Elementary School on Tuesday, September 30 at 8:15 a.m. in the school cafeteria.  The Advanced Academic Resource teacher will provide information about levels of service, explain the screening process, and answer questions about advanced academic services.  All parents and guardians are welcome and Spanish interpretation will be provided.  For more information, please contact Sally Chadbourn (SEChadbourn@fcps.edu).


Join us for Walk & Roll to School Day

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Get ready to walk! Join us for Walk to School Day on Tuesday, October 8!

Walking is a great way to start the day:

  • It's fun to walk with friends.

  • It's healthy for your body.

  • It helps the environment.

See you on the sidewalk!

Flyer:  English, Spanish


Family Liaison News

OUr wondeful Fresh Pack Volunteers

Thank you, parents, for volunteer packing Fresh Packs for our students and showing what it means to support one another — our students are lucky to have you! 💙

If you would like to participate of this or other volunteering opportunities, please reach out to Maria Canedo, Family Liaison at mdcanedotole@fcps.edu, 703-814-8803, or click HERE.

 

Gracias, padres, por ofrecerse como voluntarios para empacar los Fresh Packs para nuestros estudiantes y por demostrar lo que significa apoyarnos mutuamente. ¡Nuestros estudiantes tienen mucha suerte de contar con ustedes! 💙

Si desea participar en esta o en otras oportunidades de voluntariado, comuníquese con Maria Canedo, Enlace Familiar, en mdcanedotole@fcps.edu, 703-814-8803 o haga clic AQUÍ.


Brookfield Welcomes and Thanks Our Military Connected Families

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Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate, and schools are a primary way they get integrated into their new location. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community. 

Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 27 - October 5, 2025, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS


🍲 New Food Items Include Hearty Homestyle Favorites

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Our new menu items debuting in September and October feature hearty homestyle favorites — including veggie chili, pictured above — and fresh global inspiration! Other new additions include:

  • Breakfast: Cinnamon apple overnight oats, mini blueberry pancakes, French toast sticks, egg and cheese breakfast quesadillas and tacos, and turkey sausage and cheese bagels.
  • Lunch: Teriyaki chicken stir-fry, teriyaki chickenless bites stir-fry, cheesy turkey pepperoni pasta, cheesy pasta with marinara sauce, deep dish pizza, and cheesy fiesta nachos.

Check our online menu to see when your child can try new recipes developed by FCPS’ executive chef and team of food and nutrition experts, based on student feedback.


What Will the 2025 Bond Referendum on the November Ballot Fund? 

The $460M bond referendum on the November ballot is expected to fund the next stages of several ongoing projects, as well as others referenced in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

The building and renovation of our schools is not funded through the division’s operating budget. Voter-approved bonds allow payment for these projects over time. Read more about the 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a plan to vote by Tuesday, November 4.


2025 Student Rights and Responsibilities

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Tuesday, September 30. 

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2024 Derechos y Responsabilidades de los Estudiantes

El folleto de Derechos y Responsabilidades del Estudiante (SR&R) de FCPS explica las expectativas para el comportamiento del estudiante y las respuestas de los adultos para mejorar la seguridad escolar y crear un ambiente escolar justo, equitativo y de apoyo. 

Los padres/cuidadores deben hablar con sus hijos sobre las expectativas para este año escolar. También, por favor ingrese á SIS ParentVUE y firme para confirmar su revisión del SR&R, o firme y devuelva la hoja de firma que se encuentran en la página 3 del folleto de SR&R a la escuela de su hijo antes del Lunes, 30 de Septiembre.


🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

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 are being 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. Events are planned for the following dates from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.:

Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. 

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🎤 Marque su Calendario: Conversaciones Comunitarias con la Superintendenta Dra. Reid

¡Su voz es importante, y la Superintendenta Dra.Michelle Reid quiere escucharlos! Para FCPS, los padres son aliados, que trabajan junto a nosotros para preparar a nuestros estudiantes para el éxito a largo plazo, tanto en la escuela, como en la vida.

Acompáñanos  en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en toda la división escolar para hablar sobre los desafíos actuales y las oportunidades futuras. Estos eventos también son una oportunidad para que usted comparta sus opiniones y haga preguntas sobre FCPS. Los eventos están programados para las siguientes fechas de 6 a 8 p. m.: 

Habrá servicios de cuidado de niños y de interpretación de idiomas disponibles. Los eventos están abiertos para todas las personas.


⏰ K-12 School Start Times Survey

FCPS is continuing to explore options for adjusting school start times, with the primary goal of beginning the middle school day at 8 a.m. or later. In order to minimize any cost for this project, elementary and high school start times would need to shift as well.

Providing feedback opportunities for the community is a critical part of this effort. Since 2024, FCPS’ consultant has hosted five community forums and administered two surveys. A new School Start TImes Survey is open through Tuesday, September 30. It includes two options that are designed to support student well-being, align with research, balance transportation logistics, and minimize costs. Staff, parents and caregivers, students, and community members may provide input on the two options by taking the survey. Find more information about adjusting school start times.


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COMING SOON: Glow Run 2025 Info!

Brookfield Glow Run

We’re thrilled to kick off Glow Run 2025! This fundraiser is all about healthy habits, teamwork, and school spirit—and the best part? Everyone gets to join the fun! Students can even earn prizes, whether or not they participate in the donation drive. Keep an eye out—information packets will be coming home soon!

Questions? PTA.Brookfield@gmail.com


Mark Your Calendars, Broncos!

Mark Your Calendars

September 30 - Brookfield AAP Family Information Meeting

October 2 - Yom Kippur (No School)

October 13 - Indigenous Peoples' Day (Student Holiday and Staff Development Day)

October 15 - Three-Hour Early Release

October 20 - Diwali (No School)

October 23 - PTA Glow Run

October 31- Two-Hour Early Release (Last Day of the First Quarter) 

2025-26 FCPS School Year Calendar 


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