Tonight is the night! We are looking forward to the PTO Fall Festival this evening, from 6-8 PM. We hope you can make it!
Next week we have our October SCA Spirit Day - Costume Day on October 31! See below for costume guidelines. As always, we encourage all students, staff (and parents!) to participate, either by dressing up, or by wearing Bonnie Brae colors of blue and white.
Friday, October 31 is also the end of the first quarter, and is a two-hour early release for students (unlike the Early Release Wednesdays, all students will be dismissed 2-hours early on October 31).
Have a fantastic weekend with your family and friends!
Morgan Birge, Principal
Rose Stephens, Assistant Principal
Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
October 24 - PTO Fall Festival, 6-8 PM
October 30 - Fall Picture Make-Up Day
October 31 - SCA Spirit Day: Costume Day!
October 31 - 1st Quarter Ends, Two-Hour Early Release at 1:15 PM
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
Students in Mrs. Shirey's 5th grade class worked on their revising and refining skills while creating a Mesopotamian flag in Adobe Express.
Ms. Kroptavich's students worked together to draw and then create a story!
Fall Picture Make-Up Day - October 30
Picture Make-Up Day is Thursday, October 30 for students who were absent on our September picture day, are new to Bonnie Brae, and for students who need a retake. Please visit our Bonnie Brae Make-Up Picture Day webpage for more details.
Students wanting a retake need to bring their original order to the photographer on Thursday, October 30.
If a student is new to Bonnie Brae or was absent on our September picture day, they should also plan on having their picture taken on October 30.
There will also be an opportunity to order pictures once the picture proofs are available online. If you have any questions, please email underclass@vosphoto.com.
October SCA Spirit Day - Costume Day
We are excited that once again this year our SCA spirit day on October 31 will be…Costume Day! As students begin to prepare for Costume Day, please keep the following guidelines in mind.
Costumes must:
Be appropriate for school.
Be respectful to all cultures.
Refrain from themes of violence.
Not have any weapons.
Have faces visible (health related face coverings are acceptable).
Allow for full participation in the day.
Not be bulky so that it would interfere with learning (self or others).
Veterans Day Breakfast & Classroom Visits
Bonnie Brae is excited to be able to host the Veteran's Day Breakfast and Read Aloud event on Friday, November 7th beginning at 8:40 AM in the cafeteria for Bonnie Brae families and staff who currently serve or have served in the armed forces. We extend a warm invitation to our honored veterans to start their day with a delicious meal, followed by a special opportunity to read a book and share their stories with our students. It's a chance for our students to learn, connect, and express their gratitude. If you can submit a photo, join us for breakfast, or visit a classroom, please complete this google form. We will use photos submitted from the community to create a slideshow both for the event and for our Bonnie Brae Bark News Show to share with students.
Donations/Volunteers Needed for Veterans Day Breakfast
To make this event truly special, we kindly request breakfast donations from our generous community. Let's come together to celebrate our heroes and the values they embody. Please consider signing up by Tuesday, November 4th to help make this event a success. Thank you!
Outstanding Employee Nominations
Each fall, Fairfax County Public Schools acknowledge Outstanding Employees. The recognition of outstanding employees begins at individual schools and then employees may be further recognized in their region and in the entire county. Nominations are now open for the Bonnie Brae community to recognize outstanding Scottie Staff. Bonnie Brae families are invited, along with school staff, to nominate outstanding employees in the categories listed below. You may nominate an employee in one or more categories. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work. Please review the list below to see categories and criteria for nominations. Nominations should be submitted using this Google form. Thank you for helping us to acknowledge great work at our school!
Outstanding Teacher
Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category.
Outstanding New Teacher
Eligibility: Within their first three years of being a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category.
Outstanding Principal
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)
Outstanding Leader
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position (that is not the building principal). Common positions in this category: Assistant Principals.
Outstanding Professional Employee
Eligibility: At least one-year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership. Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school.
Outstanding Operational Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee. Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons (regardless of how they are paid).
***Deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, November 3.***
SIS ParentVUE End-of-Quarter Closure
The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the first quarter from Friday, October 31, 4 p.m. to Monday, November 10, 6 a.m. Activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports.
Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. We will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, November 12.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. This year, FCPS expects to receive approximately $4 million in Impact Aid funding. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
Technical support for using ParentVUE or submitting the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type “Federal Impact Aid Survey” in the Issue Description section. You may also call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).
Red Ribbon Awareness Open House for Families!
Fairfax County Public Schools is hosting a special Red Ribbon Awareness Open House. Families will learn about the tools and information they need to talk to their kids about drugs and substance use.
When and Where?
Date: Tuesday, October 24
Time: Noon–2 PM
Location: The Family Resource Center, Dr. Larry Bussey Family and Community Library (2334 Gallows Road, Room 100, Dunn Loring, VA 22027)
What Information And Tools Will Be Shared?
Practical communication strategiesso families can talk openly and confidently with children about drugs.
Up-to-date, age-appropriate information on common substances of abuse.
NARCAN training will also be offered.
No registration is needed!
How Bond Projects Are Selected
Each year, the School Board and FCPS staff members work with the community to develop an updated, five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for school building and renovation projects. To develop the CIP, the school system assesses changes in expected enrollments, academic programs, and facility conditions to determine priorities for new construction, renovations, and other capital facility projects. The School Board then evaluates the affordability of these school needs against other countywide requirements to determine the bond proposal.
Because of this, while FCPS and the School Board generally try to follow the CIP, changes can be made year-over-year depending on the evolving needs of the school division.
The School Board is committed to protecting the community’s investment in schools and other buildings, which have a combined present value approaching $9 billion. Not only do these facilities wear out over time, but they also become outdated, both technologically and instructionally. FCPS renovates its schools to ensure that students, countywide, have effective and efficient learning environments to thrive and grow.
Join us TONIGHT from 6–8 PM in the Bonnie Brae Elementary School Kiss and Ride parking lot!
Enjoy an evening of fun with pizza, drinks, candy, games, prizes, glow sticks, swag sales, a special DJ, Monster Mash, and a costume contest!
Important Details:
There is no charge to attend — bring your family, friends, and chairs for a great night under the stars!
Please dress warmly as the event will be held outdoors due to construction.
This is not a drop-off event — children must be accompanied by an adult.
Playground and ball fields are off limits during the event.
The event is shine only — there is no makeup date if weather cancels the event.
Volunteers Needed! This special event can only happen with your help. Please scan the QR code on the flyer or visit our volunteer sign-up link to lend a hand. Your support makes a huge difference!
Let’s make this a fun and memorable evening for all our Scotties!
Charleston Wrap
Charleston Wrap is here. Whether you're looking for the perfect gift wrap or unique holiday goodies, we've got you covered. Plus, every purchase helps our school community shine brighter!
Join the Fun:
Register Now: Head over to www.registercw.com and enter code 16200 to start your wrapping adventure.
Share the Love: Spread the word to friends and family using the links in your participant dashboard—let's make this our best fundraiser yet!
Prefer to give directly? You can also support our school community with a direct donation here! Share with friends and family!
Let’s make this a wrap-tastic success—thank you for your support and enthusiasm!
Stock the Lounge
Let's shower our amazing BBES Staff with appreciation and stock the staff lounge with yummy goodies to keep them going throughout the day! We’re collecting SHELF-STABLE and INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED snacks and drinks. All items will be divided amongst the two staff lounges and available for all staff to enjoy throughout the second quarter.
How to support:
Sign up, purchase items, and drop off at 10694 Paynes Church Dr, Fairfax by October 30th
Purchase directly off of the Amazon Wishlist by 10/28 (items shipped to coordinator to bring to school on stocking day)
Send funds via Venmo and items will be purchased and brought to school (please add note "Bonnie Brae Stock The Lounge"): @Michelle-Atkin-2
Tumbles Parents Night Out - COMING SOON!
Drop off the kids for a fun night of crafts, cosmic obstacle courses, laser dance party, and pizza dinner for our next Parents Night Out fundraiser.
When: Saturday, Nov 15 (5:30-8:30 PM)
Where: Tumbles, 10621 Braddock Rd. Suite E,
Who: Children 3 - 10 years old
Cost: $40/child (sibling discount available)
Five Guys Restaurant Night - COMING SOON!
Take the night off from cooking and support our Scottie Community! Our PTO will receive 20% of all sales during the Five Guys Restaurant Night!
When: Tuesday, Nov 18 (4-8 PM)
Where: Five Guys on Burke Centre Pkwy
November 3 - School Planning Day (no school for students)
November 4 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
November 7 - Veterans' Day Breakfast, 8:40-9:10 AM (Cafeteria)
November 11- Veterans' Day Holiday (no school for students and staff)
November 12 - 1st Quarter Report Cards Go Home
November 12 - In-Person PTO Meeting, 6-7:30 PM
November 13 - Math & Literacy Night, 6-7:30 PM (Bonnie Brae)
November 15 - PTO Tumbles Parents Night Out, 5:30-8:30 PM
November 18 - PTO Five Guys Restaurant Night, 4-8 PM
November 19 - 3-Hour Early Release Closing, 12:15 PM
November 21 - SCA Spirit Day: Construction Crew!
November 26-November 28 - Thanksgiving Break (no school for students and staff)
