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 Capturing everything from classroom focus to playground fun, this week was a whirlwind of learning, collaboration, and creativity. We're already excited for what next week holds!
Important Dates
November
Nov. 15: Skate Night (6:10 pm)
Nov. 18: Chuck E. Cheese PTA Fundraiser
Nov. 19: Space in the Community Family Event (5:30 pm - 7:30 pm)
Nov. 21: Thanksgiving Luncheon
Nov. 26 - 28: Thanksgiving Holiday (No School)
December
Dec. 9: Winter Chorus Concert (5:30 pm)
Dec. 10: 3 Hour Early Release
Dec. 10: Family Life Education Parent Information Night - Join here virtually
Dec. 18: Glow Walk Night
Dec. 22 - Jan. 2: Winter Break (No School)
PTA News
Skate Night
Saturday, November 15, 6:10 pm
We have reserved SkateQuest, Reston, for a private skate for students from Sunrise Valley and Dogwood Elementary Schools + their families. Students skate free; additional family members are $7. All skaters should register, as space is limited! Sign up now through Nov 14! If purchasing tickets is a financial hardship for your family, use the code "FREESKATE" at checkout for free tickets. To make this event a success, we'd love a few volunteers to check skaters in and to take pictures. Sign up here if you can help. Questions? Contact Jennifer Glynn.
Chuck E. Cheese
Tuesday, November 18, 4:00 pm
Our next spirit night will be at Chuck E. Cheese on Tuesday, Nov. 18th. Dogwood students and their families will get 20% off if they show our flyer at check-in. Help us make a difference by raising money for our school!
Glow Walk
Glow Walk is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 18, and Mr. Ericson is looking for parents to volunteer. If you can volunteer, please sign up here.
Blast Off! Join Us for "Space in the Community" Night!
Mark your calendars for an exciting, all-ages exploration event! Our school is hosting "Space in the Community" on Tuesday, November 19th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
This special evening will feature interactive exhibits, fun activities, and opportunities to learn more about the final frontier. Because this popular event is open to families and students from all schools across Fairfax County, space is limited.
Registration is absolutely imperative to guarantee your spot! Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the cosmos right here in our community.
Click here to register now: https://share.hsforms.com/124TTuX0sQbSBkJY14ZTcWA2xbn7
We look forward to seeing you there!
Join Us for Our Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon!
We invite all of our wonderful school families to join their students for our traditional Thanksgiving Luncheon! This is a fantastic opportunity to share a meal and celebrate the season of gratitude together.
Event Details:
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When: Friday, November 21st
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Time: During your student's grade level lunch time. (Please see the flyer below for grade level times)
Meal Information:
We look forward to sharing this special meal with you as we celebrate the holiday season!
Picture Retake Day
Picture Retake Day is THIS Friday, November 14, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
If your child missed the original Picture Day or you’d like their picture retaken, please let your child’s teacher know so they can make sure your child gets their photo taken.
- If you already bought pictures and want a retake, please return the original picture package.
- If you’re ordering pictures for the first time, send the payment in an envelope labeled with your child’s name and package choice.
Be sure to check below for a special Dogwood family discount!
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
· 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
· 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
· 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS
Valid through 12/01/25
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number (if available at your school). Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!
More about the Smilesafe program here.
New Parent Controls in the Lightspeed Parent Portal
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· FCPS has enabled new parent controls within the Lightspeed Parent Portal to support families in managing screentime on FCPS devices at home. Parents can now manage their child's access to YouTube and pause web browsing on district-issued devices during designated "After School Hours" while students are off the FCPS network.
· These parental controls are only active Monday-Friday from 3:30 PM to 6:00 AM, and all day on weekends and student holidays when students are off the FCPS network. Parental controls do not interfere with district filtering policies during the instructional day. Parents can register for the Parent Portal using the link provided in their weekly Lightspeed Online Student Activity Report email.
· For more information on Parent Portal, please visit the Lightspeed Parent Portal page on the FCPS website.
· As a reminder, your child should be completing homework at least 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday), anywhere between 10-60 minutes a day. Please see the chart below. Homework consists of ST Math and Lexia, or Summit K12.
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Kindergarten & 1st Grade
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2nd Grade
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3rd Grade
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4th Grade
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5th Grade
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6th Grade
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10 minutes a day
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20 min
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30 min
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60 min
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Please Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to complete 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 the survey as soon as possible.
Our school will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page or watch this video about why Impact Aid matters.
Register for ParentVUELearn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child’s education at FCPS.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots to all FCPS students at no cost. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year.
Immunization clinics will take place on:
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Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Frost Middle School.
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Tuesday, November 18, from 3 to 6:30 p.m., at Willow Oaks Administrative Center.
Participation is voluntary. Additional Immunization Resources are available online. Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment for their student.️
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Celebrating Student Awards
- The Future of AI at FCPS
- Immunization Events
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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