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Greetings McNair Students and Families,
Friday marks the end of the first quarter, and there is so much to celebrate! We are incredibly proud of our Mustangs for a strong start to the 2025-2026 school year. Please ensure you have scheduled a conference with your child's teacher. A collaborative relationship between home and school is crucial to student success.
As we close out the first quarter and head into the second, it is the perfect time to refocus on a key ingredient for success: Regular School Attendance. Every day matters, especially as we build on the foundational skills learned earlier this year.
When a child is at school, they are:
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Building essential knowledge that is necessary for the next lesson.
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Developing social skills through interactions with their peers.
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Strengthening relationships with their teachers and classmates.
Thank you for your partnership as we make attendance a priority throughout the school year.
In addition, mark your calendars! Below are just a couple of friendly reminders for this week:
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October 31: Outstanding Employee Awards are due. Please be sure to nominate our amazing staff! To submit a nomination for a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link by October 31st.
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October 31: McNair ES Storybook Character Parade at 9:00am
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November 3: Student Holiday/School Planning Day (School closed for students)
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November 4: Student Holiday/Teacher Workday: (School closed for students)
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November 7: PTA Movie Night at McNair Upper ES
Take care of yourselves and each other. We are here to support if you or your family need anything. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!
Together We Grow,
Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Stringer, and Mrs. Royer
Lifelong Learners Grow Here!
Please contact us with any questions!
Principal: Elizabeth Watson, evwatson@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Ipsa Stringer, IBStringer@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Sara Royer, smroyer@fcps.edu
Click on the links below to navigate to sections of this newsletter.
Save the Date
📌October 31: McNair ES Storybook Character Parade at 9:00am
📌October 31: 2 Hour Early Release. All students will dismiss at 1:30 p.m.
📌November 3: Student Holiday/ School Planning Day: School closed for students
📌November 4: Student Holiday/Teacher Workday: School is closed for students
📌November 7: PTA Movie Night at McNair Upper ES; 5:00-8:00pm
📌November 10: Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process: See meeting information below
📌November 11: School Closed; Veterans Day
📌November 13: 2nd Grade Veterans Day Performance: More information below!
📌November 17-21: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES
📌November 19: Family Night at the Book Fair at McNair ES
📌November 21: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES
📌November 26-28: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break
📌December 22-January 2: No School For Students, Winter Break
**Please reference the 2025-2026 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips. Attendance counts and everyday matters!**
Arrival and Dismissal
Doors open for arrival at 8:35 a.m. The school day begins at 8:45 a.m.
Dismissal begins at 3:30 p.m.
Students Are Learning Everyday!
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 long 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.
 McNair Elementary
Title 1 Afterschool Clubs
WHO: K-2 students are invited to join McNair Elementary free afterschool clubs.
WHAT: 4 different club offerings:
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Mindful Movers Club (Yoga & SEL Focus):
Students will learn how to use their bodies, breath, and minds to calm themselves, build focus, and show kindness through yoga, mindfulness, and social–emotional learning activities.
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Books and Bloom (Literacy & Science Focus):
Children will explore how plants, pollinators, and creativity connect as they read, garden, and create art projects that show how a beautiful, healthy garden helps a community grow.
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Cooking Club (Healthy Cooking & Executive Function Focus):
Young chefs will practice planning, preparing, and sharing fun no-cook snacks while learning teamwork, self-management, and healthy eating habits.
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Pumpkin Pollinators Club (STEM & Problem-Solving Focus):
Students will become engineers as they explore how pollinators help pumpkins grow and design their own creative devices to support plants and pollinators in the garden.
WHERE: McNair Elementary Classrooms
WHEN: Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm
COST: Free!
LOTTERY SYSTEM: Please note that students will be assigned to one of these clubs through a lottery system. We will do our best to ensure each child gets one of their first two priorities. However, we are a free program working with finite time and resources, and it is possible your child could end up with their second choice.
Maximum is 20-25 students per club. After all club spots are filled, additional students will be put on the waitlist. You will be notified of you child's club registration or waitlist via email.
TRANSPORTATION: Buses will be provided on Thursdays after-school to neighborhood stops. For all children riding the bus home, it is required that each child is met by a parent or adult listed on the child’s emergency care card at the bus stop due to this being after typical dismissal hours. If an adult is not at the bus stop, the child will be returned to school. Due to the impact on staff and resources, your child will no longer be able to participate in the free afterschool club program if this is ongoing. Please make plans and back-up plans to ensure your child is met at the bus stop. If a car rider or walker, students must be picked up by an adult listed on the emergency care form from McNair Elementary at 4:30pm. If you are late picking up your child by car, due to the impact on staff and resources, your child will no longer be able to participate in the free afterschool club program. Again, please make plans and back-up plans to ensure your child is picked up on-time. If you arrive early, please line up in the Kiss & Ride car line in the front circle.
Submit an application for the lottery for your child's participation today!
Please complete THIS FORM by no later than Friday, November 7th, 2025.
Nominations Are Now Open for the
FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!
To submit a nomination for a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link.
All that is required is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work. You may nominate up to one employee per category.
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: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category
Outstanding New Principal
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)
Outstanding Principal
Eligibility: Has at least 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 as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location
Positions in this category include Assistant Principal, Associate Principal, Director of Student Services, Director of Student Activities
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 at their current location
Positions in this category include Resource Teacher and Special Education Department Chair and Multilingual Learners Department Chair who serve in a non-instructional role for more than 50% of their time, After-School Specialist, Assessment Coach, Athletic Trainer, Career Center Specialist, Career Experience Specialist, College and Career Specialist, Crisis Resource Teacher, Instructional Coach, School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Psychologist, Reading Specialist, Safety and Security Specialist, Social Worker, Speech Language Pathologist, School Counselor, Systems of Support Administrator, or other employee paid as a Resource Teacher who serves in a non-instructional or administrative role in the school)
Outstanding Operational Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location
Positions in this category include Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Student Information Assistant, Finance Technician, School Finance Assistant, Student Services Assistant, Registrar, Custodian, Building Supervisor, Operating Engineer, Food Services staff, Instructional Assistant, Family Liaison, Public Health Training Assistant, Safety and Security Assistant, and all hourly employees*
The deadline to submit a nomination is October 31, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact Catherine Mobley (cmmobley@fcps.edu ) or Ann Ohr ( eaohr@fcps.edu )
Fall Snacks for McNair ES and McNair Upper ES Staff!
We would love your help in keeping our staff lounge and teacher planning space stocked with individually wrapped healthy snack foods, beverages, and a few sweet treats for our awesome school staff as a way to keep them energized as they teach and support our Mustangs.
Please consider signing up for any of the items listed below and drop off any donations to the main office at your child's school (McNair ES or McNair Upper ES) between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.
If you'd like to donate something to support our staff, please click on the following link: Fall Snack Sign-Up Link
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Once upon a time, McNair Elementary brought storybook characters to life!
We are excited to celebrate Storybook Character Day on October 31st! We invite all students to dress up and join in on the FUN! Students are encouraged to use their creativity to dress in a school appropriate, storybook character costume. Student costumes can be bought or homemade. Costumes may be elaborate or simple. Make sure to bring a book with you! Please no masks or toy weapons.
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If your student needs supplies to make a costume, please contact our school counselors Ms. Ford (dmford@fcps.edu) or Ms. Coe (kicoe@fcps.edu).
Storybook Character Parade
We invite parents/guardians to attend our Storybook Character Parade on October 31st. McNair ES students will be participating in the parade together with McNair Upper ES students. The parade will begin promptly at 9:00 am on the field between McNair ES and McNair Upper ES. Please see below a map so that you can see where families can sign into the parade and receive a visitor badge to enter the field area. This is for safety and security purposes so we encourage families to arrive early so that they do not miss the parade!
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If it rains on October 31st, the parade will take place inside the gymnasium.
*Our afternoon preschool students accessing the afternoon ECCB programs will participate in an afternoon parade on Thursday, October 30th inside of the building starting at 12:10pm. (Their parade is the day ahead due to the 2 hour early dismissal on October 31st.) For our preschool parents/guardians, we invite you to sign in at the office. The parade route for the afternoon will be inside of the building.*
🩹Immunization Events for All FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Immunization clinics will take place from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at Willow Oaks Administrative Center on:
- Thursday, November 6
- Tuesday, November 18
- Wednesday, November 19
- Thursday, November 20
A clinic will also take place at Frost Middle School on Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year.
Participation is voluntary. Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment for their student. Learn more about immunization resources.
Please Save the Date!
Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process
Please join us to learn about the Full Time AAP Screening Process. We will discuss important deadlines and what families and schools submit in the screening portfolio. Students in Grades 2-7 are eligible for Full Time screening.
When: Monday November 10, 2025, 5-6 p.m.
Where: McNair Upper Elementary Cafeteria
Who: Families of 2nd-6th graders who are interested in learning more about the Full Time AAP Referral and Screening process
Questions? Contact Mallory Janofsky, McNair Upper AART, at mljanofsky@fcps.edu or Kaitlin Burg, McNair Elementary AART, at kmburg@fcps.edu
Veterans Day
Veterans Day provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices our Veterans and their families have made on our behalf, and we thank them for their service. Learn more about the history of Veterans Day at va.gov.
Our McNair second grade students have been practicing songs to celebrate and honor our Veterans. The second-grade students will participate in two Veterans Day performances on Thursday, November 13th to thank all who have served. The 11:00 am performance will be open to the families of second-grade students and any Veterans. There will be an afternoon assembly for all students to participate in. Next week, we will share a link for second grade families to join virtually for those who are unable to join in person.
In addition, we are collecting photos of family members who have served and would like to include those photos in our Veterans celebration. If you have a picture you would like to share or have any questions, please email them to our Music Teacher, Kyle Kelly at KJKelly1@fcps.edu by Wednesday, November 6th. If you would prefer to send in a picture with your child, please, have it labeled with your child’s name and teacher, so we are able to return it. Thank you!
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Donations Needed:
Thankful and Grateful Activity
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We are hoping to collect 40 large or medium-sized pumpkins so that each of our homeroom classes and specialists at McNair ES can have one for a project we will be completing during the month of November.
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If you are able to donate a pumpkin, please fill out the very brief Google Form: Thankful & Grateful Activity Pumpkins can be dropped off at the main office no later than Wednesday, November 8th. If you have questions, please email Ms. Watson, Principal, at evwatson@fcps.edu. Thank you in advance for your help!
Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES
We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.
We understand that it may be inconvenient to walk to the crosswalk, but not doing so puts our students at risk. By modeling responsible behavior and using the crosswalk with the crossing guard or police officer, we can create a safer environment for everyone. Please discuss the importance of crosswalk safety with your child and encourage them to always use the designated paths. Your support and partnership in this matter is greatly appreciated.
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Dr. Reid, Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools, has launched the FCPS Family Vision Group. This group brings together parents and caregivers in a meaningful way through sharing diverse perspectives to ensure that FCPS provides the best possible education experience for each and every student. The Family Vision Group also provides another opportunity to put our 2023-2030 Strategic Plan in action through meaningful communication and collaboration with families and caregivers.
By participating, parents/caregivers gain valuable knowledge and connections to become powerful partners in their child's educational journey. The group also facilitates open discussions with Dr. Reid on important topics related to student success. Bi-monthly meetings (August 2024 - May 2025) ensure consistent school representation and foster open communication through Q&A sessions, and feedback opportunities to help participants inform other families at their schools. The FCPS Family Vision Group seeks to recognize and strengthen the positive impact of community engagement on student achievement.
Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:
- Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
- Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
- Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
- Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
- Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.
We are still looking for one more family/parent representative to serve on this group to represent the McNair ES community. If you are interested, please reach out to Principal Watson by email at evwatson@fcps.edu or by calling the main office at 703-793-4800.
Thank you so much in advance for your support of this division-wide opportunity for families!
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⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
Limited early release days for elementary schools will shift to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year. Student supervision will be provided for families who require it. Three-hour early release days for our school will take place at 12:30pm on the following dates:
📌November 19 📌
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December 17
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February 25
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March 25
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April 29
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May 20
Please contact your child's teacher by Friday, October 10, to inform them of your child's dismissal arrangements on October 15.
Ensuring Student Safety: Register for Volunteer FCPS
At McNair Elementary School, 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.
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We encourage all our parents and community members interested in supporting our students by volunteering at school to visit Volunteer FCPS, click “Learn More,” and then “Sign Up.” After you create a profile, you will view an orientation video and complete a volunteer application.
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.
PTA Upcoming Dates
- Treat the Troops Candy Drive
- Monday, November 3, 2025- Friday November 7, 2025
- You may donate your Halloween candy to the McNair ES Office bin
- McNair Movie Night
- Friday, November 7, 2025, 5:00pm- 8:00pm
- Chipotle Spirit Night
- Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
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McNair Movie Night
Mustang Movie Night — Fri, Nov 7 | 5–8 PM at McNair Upper ES
Join us for Bad Guys 2! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy pizza ($2 per slice), snacks, and drinks. Free admission — doors open at 5 PM, movie starts at 6 PM.
Whole pizzas ($15, cheese or pepperoni) can be pre-ordered by Nov 2. Order Here | RSVP Here
Eat Chipotle! Help the McNair PTA!
Calling all burrito lovers,
Foil your dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle at 1144 Elden St in Herndon for our fundraiser on Tuesday, November 18 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm. We're raising money to support McNair Elementary PTA, so just download a flyer from the link below or mention the fundraiser at checkout and they'll donate 25% of the proceeds to the cause!
Click here for more details. Can't wait to see you!
ACSL- American Computer Science League
Elementary Division- Open to students in grades 3 - 6
Each contest consists of an online 30-minute, 6-question non-programming test, focused on a single category of content. A different category will be tested on each contest.
For any further questions please send an email to acsl@mcnairespta.org
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/bp748j2p
Volunteers Needed
We're looking for fantastic volunteers to join our team. We need help with competitions, events, and more. Ready to join us?
Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/49u6ran5
If you have any questions, email us at board@mcnairespta.org
Do You Want to Join the PTA Board?
If you want to connect with other parents, teachers, and school leaders, consider organizing events that enhance student learning and well-being, participate in fundraising to acquire resources benefiting students, and help in organizing staff appreciation events. Please join us!
Please send an email to board@mcnairespta.org if you want to join the team or have any questions.
Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser
 Harris Teeter’s Together In Education program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. A percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn.
Instructions for Parents:
Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: https://tinyurl.com/mcnairharristeeter Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.
Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090
✅ 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.
For more information, visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
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).
SIS 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.
Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Open House: A Parent’s Guide to Preventing Substance Abuse
The Family Resource Center (FRC) and Office of Student Safety and Wellness will host a Red Ribbon Awareness Open House on Friday, October 24, from noon to 2 p.m.
This event aims to equip attendees with essential resources and confidence to discuss substance use with their children. Narcan training will be offered. After the presentation, participants can tour the FRC library and browse through pre-selected resources.
Bond Referendum
🏗️ 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.
Read more about the FCPS 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a voting plan and vote on Tuesday, November 4.
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Boundary Review
📍 October Community Boundary Review Meetings
FCPS’ October community boundary review meetings are underway. Each of the 12 meetings will focus on two pyramids. Our pyramid will be covered at the meeting on Thursday, October 30, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Chantilly High School, (Westfield and Chantilly Pyramids) in person or virtual. Register by clicking “in person” or “virtual,” based on how you would like to participate.
At the meeting, the consultant will present the latest draft boundary map (Scenario 4) and potential changes specific to our pyramid and the [Insert the pyramid your school is partnered with]. Participants will also be invited to ask questions.
If you are unable to attend the meeting for our pyramid, you are welcome to attend any meeting that is convenient. View the list of October boundary meetings.
Visit the Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.
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Community Conversations
🎤 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.
📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Quarter End & Early Dismissal
November 3 and 4 - School Planning and Teacher Workday
Friday, October 31, is the last day of the first quarter, and a two-hour early release for students.
Schools are closed for students on Monday, November 3, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 4, for a teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.
National Career Development Month
By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school. Based on the needs of the populations served, each school determines optional courses to be offered. Learn more about Academies and Specialized Programs.
 FCPS CTE Woorks - Career and Technical Education in Fairfax County Public Schools
Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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National Family Engagement Month
This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.
FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.
Additionally, every school has a family liaison who will welcome and orient families, and help them understand the school's culture, policies, procedures, and practices. They can help connect families to resources in the community. Family liaisons might also assist a family in transitioning to a new school and encourage family-school partnerships to help ensure their student's success and healthy development.
If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives.
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November 1 and 2 - All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos
This week we recognize those in our community observing All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos. For Catholics, All Saints Day (November 1) celebrates all those who are with God in Heaven, known and unknown. All Souls Day (November 2), known in Mexico and Latin America as Día de los Muertos, is a day of remembrance and prayer for all those who have died, especially for the souls who may be in purgatory. These special days are celebrated by Catholics, Anglicans, and some Protestants throughout the world. #OurFCPS
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November 2 - Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall Back)
This Sunday, November 2, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time ends. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!
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November 3-7: National School Psychology Week
This week we celebrate the important work school psychologists do to help all students thrive. [Insert personal message to school psychologists on staff]Learn more from the National Association of School Psychologists.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- ⏰ School Start Times Update
- 🎖️ 75% of FCPS Schools Recognized for Supporting Military Families
- Return Your Impact Aid Survey
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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