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Hello, Scottie families!
Thank you to those families who were able to make it out to our adventure themed math, literacy, Get2Green, and Portrait of a Graduate night last night. We had a great turnout, filled with lots of laughter and learning. Thank you as well to our Scottie staff for organizing this fun community event!
Coming up next week on November 19 is our next Early Release Wednesday, with dismissal at 12:15 PM. Those students needing supervision will be dismissed at 3:15 PM. Students will follow their last early release plan. Any early release plan changes should have been previously communicated to your child’s teacher. Please email bbesearlyrelease@fcps.edu with any questions.
Friday, November 21 is also our next SCA Spirit Day - Construction Crew! Come dressed in your best construction gear (no hammers, drills, or power tools 🙂) or, as always, wear Bonnie Brae spirit wear/colors of blue and white!
Enjoy the weekend with your family and friends.
Morgan Birge, Principal
Rose Stephens, Assistant Principal
Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
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November 15 - PTO Tumbles Parents Night Out, 5:30-8:30 PM
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November 18 - PTO Five Guys Restaurant Night, 4-8 PM
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November 19 - 3-Hour Early Release Closing, 12:15 PM
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November 21 - SCA Spirit Day: Construction Crew!
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
Mrs. Clark and some Bonnie Brae students were excited to create using recycled materials.
An everyday moment that demonstrates kindness towards others.
Expanding Learning Opportunities for All Students
Beginning Monday, November 17, all students will be allowed to take their assigned laptops/tablets home each day and bring them back to school the following day.
This shift ensures every student has consistent access to personalized learning tools—like Benchmark Universe and ST Math—both at school and at home.
Students are not required to take their devices home. If you wish for your student to use their device only while at school, please let your child’s teacher know.
Device Care
- Students should transport devices in their backpacks each day
- Devices should be charged at home each night (chargers will be sent home with students)
- Please help your child develop a routine: pack the device each morning, just like homework
If Something Goes Wrong
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Device issues at home? Visit the FCPS Student Tools and Technology webpage or submit a tech support ticket.
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Device damaged or not working? Contact the school immediately; we have loaner devices available while repairs are made
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No internet at home? Please contact the school office. We can provide a mobile hotspot (MiFi device) for families who need one
If you have questions about this change, please don't hesitate to contact April Cascio, School Based Technology Specialist. We're here to support your family as we make this transition together.
Three-Hour Early Release - Wednesday, November 19
Wednesday, November 19 is our next Early Release Wednesday.
Any changes or questions related to your child's early release plan for November 19 should be sent to bbesearlyrelease@fcps.edu.
Students will be dismissed three hours early at 12:15 PM.
As a reminder, if you shared that your child/children will need to stay at Bonnie Brae on our Early Release Wednesday, they will be dismissed at the regular time of 3:15 PM.
All preschool classes will follow their normal schedule.
Bonnie Brae December Cheer!
We have two sign-up opportunities linked below, each with awesome ways to show your support for our staff during the month of December:
In collaboration with the Bonnie Brae PTO, we have special activities and treats planned for twelve days in December to help make the month joyful for our fantastic Bonnie Brae staff, and we cannot do it without you!
Please sign-up for donations for the treats and activities!
Additionally, we are seeking donations of gift cards to use in a raffle for our wonderful teachers and staff leading up to winter break!
Please see the sign-up for gift card donations.
These are two opportunities to show how much we love and appreciate our Scottie staff. Any donation is very appreciated!
Learning about Government and Citizenship in Language Arts 📚
Benchmark Unit 3 in Language Arts is about government and citizenship. Students in K-5 will be learning about what a government does and what it means to be part of a community. Grade six students will learn about different types of governments across societies.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: If you could pass one law right now, what would it be?
- Activity: Create a family constitution: work together to write three to five laws for your household and explain why they matter.
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.
Bonnie Brae's Best Buddies Chapter
We are very excited to announce the launch of the second year of Bonnie Brae's Best Buddies Chapter! Last year we were recognized as Chapter of the Year, and are looking forward to another great year.
Best Buddies Elementary School chapters foster one-to-one friendships between PreK- 6 elementary school students with and without Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in which they share interests, experiences, and activities. Our Bonnie Brae Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Inclusion Committee will be supporting the program, which is led by Alexis McCormick and Michael Jordan, serving as the faculty advisors
Look for more information coming out soon in your child's Tuesday folder.
Save the Date - Valentine's Day Family Luncheon - Friday, February 13, 2026
Save the Date - Valentine's Day Family Luncheon - Friday, February 13, 2026
Once again this year, Bonnie Brae is excited to invite our families in for our Valentine’s Day “Spread the Love” Luncheon, on Friday, February 13, 2026. While turkey lunch is on the menu for this Thursday, November 20, it is for students and staff only.
More details about the Valentine’s Day Lunch will be shared in the new year. Please reach out to the main office at 703-321-3900 with questions.
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.️
Lightspeed Parent Portal
FCPS has introduced new parent controls in the Lightspeed Parent Portal to help families manage screen time on FCPS-issued devices. Through the portal, parents can control their child's access to YouTube and pause web browsing during designated After-School Hours while students are off the FCPS network.
These controls are active Monday - Friday from 3:30 PM to 6:00 AM (even on student holidays) and all day Saturday and Sunday. They do not affect district filtering policies during the instructional day.
For more information about the Parent Portal, please visit the Lightspeed Parent Portal page on the FCPS website.
Bonnie Brae PTO Fall Spiritwear Store Is Open!
The Bonnie Brae PTO is excited to announce that our Fall Spiritwear Store is now open! Show your Scottie pride with a great selection of t-shirts, long-sleeved tees, sweatshirts, hoodies, and more—available for ordering through Sunday, November 23rd.
Items are expected to be delivered just before Winter Break or the first week of January. Plus, the PTO earns $3 for every item sold, so your purchase helps support our school!
What’s New This Year
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Back by popular demand: The Scottie Construction “Building the Future” design.
- Two brand-new designs:
- A fun “Scottie on Books” design.
- A BBES “Collegiate Look” with pawprint.
While royal blue and white remain our official school colors, we’ve added fun new color options this season! You might even consider grabbing something purple for Purple Up Day 2026!
Important Ordering Notes
- Please double-check color selections and sizes—both youth and adult sizes are available.
- Some darker color options may make the “Scottie on Books” design appear less vibrant than the royal blue version.
- Because this is a custom online store, all sales are final and non-refundable.
Order today! Visit the Spiritwear Store here: https://stores.sansscreenprint.com/bonniebraespirit/shop/home
Let’s show our Scottie Spirit and make this fall the most colorful one yet!
Tumbles Parents Night Out - This Saturday!
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
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November 26-November 28 - Thanksgiving Break (no school for students and staff)
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December 8-December 12 - Inclusive Schools Week
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December 10 - 5th & 6th Grade Band & Chorus Concert (Gym and Cafeteria)
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December 16 - Interims Go Home in Tuesday Folders
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December 17 - 3-Hour Early Release Closing, 12:15 PM
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December 19 - SCA Spirit Day: Pajamas & Plushies
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December 22-January 2 - Winter Break (no school for students and staff)
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