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"One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world." - Malala Yousafzai
This image captures a truly inspiring moment at TLES. Mr. Jonas, a dedicated 6th-grade teacher, is seen walking down a brightly lit school hallway alongside a younger student who he is mentoring. This picture beautifully highlights how teachers like Mr. Jonas at TLES extend their influence far beyond lessons, shaping young minds and spirits in every interaction. It's a powerful visual testament to the lasting impact they have, reminding us of our deep gratitude for their dedication each and every day.
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Fall Picture Day is Coming! November 14th
Save The Date!
Picture order forms will be coming home at the end of October. Laser background optional! :)
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⏰ Take the 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 costs associated with this change, 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 and 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. The survey deadline has been extended to Monday, October 6. Find more information on adjusting school start times on the FCPS website.
📚 Finishing Up Uncovering Characters in Language Arts 📚
Benchmark Unit 2 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about different characters in stories and their own personal sense of character.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: How does the way you act change the way you think about yourself?
- Activity: Draw a new cover for a favorite book featuring the main character in a key moment.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
Why Are Bonds Needed to Fund FCPS Construction Projects?
The building and renovation of schools are not financed through the FCPS’ operating funds, but through bonds. Similar to an individual or a family obtaining a mortgage on a residence to spread the cost of home buying over several years, bonds spread the cost of major capital improvements over a number of years. This ensures that current and future residents and users share in the payment.
This approach is good for our taxes, too. If capital construction were financed out of current tax revenues on a pay-as-you-go basis, projects would need to be paid for in a much shorter time frame, likely reducing other county services or necessitating tax increases. Fortunately, the county’s bonded debt is not likely to be a contributing factor to any increase in local taxes.
A bond referendum to benefit FCPS will be on the ballot this Election Day, Tuesday, November 4. It represents an investment by the community into the facilities everyone uses — whether for school or to gather as a community.
Read more about the FCPS 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a voting plan and vote on Tuesday, November 4.
🎤 Community Conversations With Superintendent Dr. Reid
Your voice matters, and Dr. Reid wants to hear from you! 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 with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Events are planned for the following dates from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. To register for the October 3 meeting, please click that date below. Registration links for the other dates will be available soon:
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Please check our website for updates.
📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review Update
FCPS will begin holding October community boundary review meetings on Monday, October 13. The new draft map, Scenario 4, will be shared with the community for feedback at those meetings. It will also be uploaded to the Boundary Explorer Tool shortly before October 13. Community members will then be able to provide feedback in the tool at their convenience.
As a reminder, the community provided feedback on draft scenarios 1-3 in the spring. Scenario 4 continues to build upon the first three scenarios. It is informed by the Superintendent's Boundary Review Advisory Committee, which reviewed community feedback received in the spring to help develop priorities that the consultant used to create Scenario 4.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.
Updates from the PTA
Read-A-Thon: October 8-October 24
We’re excited to kick off our Read-A-Thon — a fun and meaningful way to promote literacy while raising funds to support our school! Students will set reading goals, discover the joy of books, and build lifelong reading habits. With every page turned, friends and family can show their support by making donations that directly benefit Timber Lane Elementary. Let’s turn the page together for a great cause!
As students log their reading minutes and raise funds, they’ll earn fun, camping-themed rewards that add to the adventure. Each milestone unlocks a new surprise—like wearable gear, creative tools, and handy items perfect for young readers on the go.
On the final Friday (October 24th), we’ll wrap up the Read-A-Thon with a special Flashlight Reading Day—so don’t forget to pack your flashlight!
Best of all, if we reach our school-wide goal of $5,000, our principal has promised to do something wild and unforgettable. Let’s read, raise, and reach for that goal!
To register:
- visit www.getmovinfundhub.com and click on 'Register'. Enter our School Identifier: 68b892fd3b5a1
- Click "Add Student" from the Parent Dashboard to create a Student Webpage with a photo/video and a personal message.
- Click "Save" and you're done! You've now created a Student Webpage that you can share with friends and family via text, email, and social media. The more you share, the more you raise!
Please email presdient@timerlanepta.com if you have any questions.
Upcoming Events
SY2025-2026 Academic Calendar
October
Oct 9: Family Market @ 4:00-5:15pm (Door #3)
Oct 13: Indigenous Peoples' Day/Student Holiday (No School)
Oct 14: AAP Parent Information Session @ 6-7pm (Door #3)
Oct 16: 4th Grade Field Trip
Oct 20: Diwali (No School)
Oct 29: 3-Hour Early Release @ 12:35pm
Oct 31: 2-Hour Early Release @ 1:35pm (End of Quarter 1)
November
Nov 3: School Planning Day (Parent-Teacher Conferences) (No School)
Nov 4: Teacher Work Day (No School)
Nov 7: Kindergarten Community Celebrations @ 11am in classrooms
Nov 7: Chorus Concert at McLean HS @ 7pm
Nov 11: Veteran's Day (No School)
Nov 12: 3-Hour Early Release @ 12:35pm
Nov 13: AAP Parent Information Session @ 6-7pm (Door #3)
Nov 14: Fall Picture Day
Nov 21: Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon - SAVE THE DATE!
Nov 26-28: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
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