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Principals' Update
Dear TLES Families, 🐯🍂🎃
We were absolutely thrilled by the joy and imagination that filled the halls of TLES recently! We loved seeing our Tigers excited and creatively dressed up for Book Character Day, truly bringing their favorite stories and characters to life. It was also wonderful to have so many parents and guardians join us for class parties as we celebrated fall and marked the successful close of Quarter 1. Your partnership made these events incredibly special!
Looking ahead, students will have Monday, November 3rd and Tuesday, November 4th as student holidays. We can’t wait to welcome them back on Wednesday, November 5th.
We have been thrilled to see so many TLES parents and guardians already connecting with teachers during fall conferences, with many more scheduled this upcoming week. Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and enthusiasm. Together, we will ensure this year continues to be outstanding for every Tiger.
Have a wonderful weekend, 🐯🍂🎃
Ben Chiet, Sarah Buchanan & Lindsay Duch
🐾 P.A.W.S. (Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff)
When you see a staff member go above and beyond for your child or family, please take a moment to fill out the PAWS form to show your appreciation! We will then hand deliver your anonymous message to the staff member so they know they are appreciated. 😊
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Thanksgiving Luncheon - November 21
We hope to see many of our families join us for this special luncheon. Families are welcome to bring as many friends & family members that they would like.
- 10:30-11:10 - Kindergarten
- 11:00-11:30 - 1st Grade
- 11:15 - 11:45 - 5th Grade
- 11:45-12:15 - 2nd Grade
- 12:15-12:45 - EAC
- 12:00-12:30 - 3rd Grade
- 12:45-1:15 - 6th Grade
- 1:15-1:45 - 4th Grade
Ticket sales will begin on November 10th.
Hope to see you all for lunch!
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Impact of Federal Shutdown on Local Community
Fairfax County is home to around 80,000 federal employees and thousands of federal contractors. Its Federal Workforce Resource Hub is intended to help navigate current and future issues for residents, government employees, active military/veterans, contractors, nonprofits and businesses who may be affected by actions, changes, or disruptions to federal services or employment.
Community Resources for Families in Need
Through partnerships with community-based organizations and other Fairfax County agencies, Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) provides information, referrals, and advocacy to help individuals connect with services, including: basic needs (food, shelter, clothing), financial assistance, health care services, and referrals to services and resources.
Visit the CSP website or call 703-222-0880 for assistance.
How to Access or Donate Food to Those in Need
View the Emergency Food Access Providers webpage to see where to access food or donate to your local food bank.
📱 Download the New FCPS Mobile App!
The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep families connected and informed, directly from their smartphones. You can download the Fairfax County Public Schools mobile app by going to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and searching for “FCPS.”
With the app you can:
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Stay up-to-date: Get the latest news from FCPS.
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View school calendars: See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus: See what’s for lunch and breakfast today, tomorrow, or next week.
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Tap to contact: Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
Access key links: Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
Users can access updates and content without having to sign in, making it easy for everyone to stay informed.
Learn more about the new mobile app, including feedback from parents.
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Family Literacy Program
The Family Literacy Program is part of the Office for ESOL Services in Fairfax County Public Schools. It is designed to empower and connect English Learner (EL) families to their community and with their children’s school. Adult learners acquire basic English language skills while learning how to understand, participate, and support in their children’s education in Fairfax County Public Schools. These classes are free for parents with children in FCPS. There are 2 programs available:
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Program at Heritage Building
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Days: Tuesday and Thursdays
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Time: 5:00-7:00pm
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Location: 7611 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003
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Program at Graham Road Community Building
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Days: Wednesdays and Fridays
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Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
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Location: 3036 Graham Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042
Family Academy Offers Opportunities to Support Parents and Guardians
The FCPS Family Academy offers resources and in-person and virtual classes, workshops, webinars, and programs for families. The following webinars and workshops will take place in November:
- ABA Family Training: Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home
- Co-Parenting: Two Parents, Two Homes (in Spanish)
- Supporting Your Military-Connected Student in Secondary School
- Moving on to Life in the Community
Other Family Resource Center webinars will cover topics such as communication with twice exceptional children, family engagement in the special education process, restorative justice practices in schools and at home, and improving routines.
Visit the Family Academy Catalog to learn more about these and other resources.
Bond Referendum
🗳️On November 4, Fairfax County voters will see a $460 million School Bond Referendum on the ballot. But what does that mean?
Just like a family takes out a mortgage to buy a home, Fairfax County sells bonds to fund big school projects like renovations, new buildings, and sustainability upgrades. Bonds simply allow us to spread the cost of major school improvements over time. These funds don't come from the annual FCPS operating budget.
And...these bonds aren't likely to raise your local taxes, thanks to the guidelines that the county has put in place for managing debt responsibly.
✅ Learn more about how school bonds work and how they impact your community at www.fcps.edu/bond.
Parents' Night Out
The TLES PTA is proud to host Parents' Night Out: Timber Lane Goes Camping (Indoors!)
Friday, November 14th | 5:15–8:30 PM at KiPS Family Gymnastics
REGISTER: https://www.hisawyer.com/.../sche.../activity-set/1641402...
Need a night to get that holiday shopping done (or just catch your breath)? We've got you covered! Drop the kids off for a camping-themed evening of fun — all while supporting TLES!
Kids will enjoy:
- Gymnastics & free play
- Obstacle course adventures
- Camp games
- Pizza dinner
- A cozy movie under the "stars"
- $60 per child (ages 4+ and fully potty trained)
- $20 from each registration goes back to TLES!
Join the PTA
The TLES PTA is 126 members strong this year, so far! We hope you’ll consider renewing your annual membership, or joining for the first time. Joining the PTA comes with no obligation to volunteer or attend meetings. But annual dues help fund things like TLES field trips, family engagement events, and support our fantastic TLES teachers and staff. Registering is simple, visit www.timberlanepta.com and click JOIN.
Upcoming Events
SY2025-2026 Academic Calendar
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 / PTA Parents Night Out @ 5:15-8:30pm
Nov 21: Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon - SAVE THE DATE!
Nov 25: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Huntley Meadows
Nov 26-28: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
December
Dec 10: 3-Hour Early Release @ 12:35pm
Dec 11: Winter Chorus Concert @ 2:00pm, 7:00pm in the Gym
Dec 19: Honors Chorus at Zoolights @ 7:00pm
Dec 22 - Jan 2: Winter Break (No School
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