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Hello McNair Upper Families,
Yesterday evening, we held our first-ever MUES Family Game Night event, which was wonderful! It was so nice to see staff members, students, and families playing fun board games together. Thank you so very much to the families who were able to, not only, join us for an evening of friendly competition, but for supporting the work our school staff is doing around, "The Power of Words." Thank you, Mustang Family!
The winter season is upon us! This is the perfect time to remind families the importance of ensuring that your child is wearing appropriate clothing to school during this time of the year. Please ensure that your child is wearing a winter coat, gloves, hats, and scarves. Unless the temperature is below 32 degrees or our school grounds are covered with snow and/or ice, our classrooms do go outside for recess time and PE time on occasion.
It's also important to remember that during the winter months the weather can be unpredictable. Whenever the weather forecast anticipates our area might have snow, sleet, or freezing rain, it is important to check local news stations or FCPS' website to see if school is delayed, releasing early, or closed.
Next week, we will begin our Winter Wonderland dress up spirit weeks. Below is the dress up theme for each day. We encourage all of our Mustangs to participate alongside our school staff.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend. Bundle up!
Your Proud Principal,
Mrs. Goddin
MMGoddin@fcps.edu
- December 15th-December 19th: McNair Celebrates "Winter Holiday Cheer!"
- December 17th: Three-Hour Early Release Day, 12:30 PM dismissal
- December 18th: 5th & 6th Grade Winter Chorus Concert at 6:00 PM
- December 22nd-January 2nd: Winter Break; all schools in FCPS are closed
- Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after winter break. Give your child the gift of education and help build a habit of attendance. Visit the FCPS website for more attendance resources.
McNair Upper will be administering FCPS Division MAP and iReady tests to students from December 9-19th. Their performance on these tests will demonstrate their growth in Reading and Math. Students must attend school each day so that they can complete these assessments before Winter Break. Test dates will not be adjusted to accommodate vacations or travel. Please reach out to McNair Upper Student Testing Coordinators, Mrs. Janofsky (mljanofsky@fcps.edu) and Mr. Matthews (mpmatthews@fcps.edu) with questions.
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.
Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline: December 15th
The deadline to refer your child to be screened for Full Time Advanced Academic services is approaching. All materials for current G3-6 McNair Upper students should be submitted to Mrs. Janofsky, the McNair Upper AART, by Monday, December 15th at 11:59pm.
Resources to support you:
- Attend the Full Time Screening Information Meeting on Monday November 10 from 5-6 p.m. in the McNair Upper Cafeteria. (Spanish Translation will be available)
- Reference this Screening Checklist from the McNair AARTs
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Attend Office Hours with either McNair AART (Mrs. Burg – PreK-2; Mrs. Janofsky – G3-6) to ask specific questions about putting together a referral package for your child.
December 15th is a firm deadline. Please plan ahead and ask questions early! You are welcome to email Mrs. Janofsky at mljanofsky@fcps.edu for assistance.
When our schools have the resources they need, all of Fairfax County succeeds!
FCPS is one of Fairfax County’s largest employers, and every paycheck we issue helps support local businesses, services, and housing markets. FCPS’ annual operating budget flows through our local economy — supporting jobs, purchasing goods and services, and contributing to regional stability.
Learn more about the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and how FCPS supports the Fairfax County economy.
Fairfax County Joint Budget Committee Meeting
The School Board met with the Board of Supervisors on December 2 to discuss the budget forecast. View the meeting materials and learn more about FCPS' FY27 budget.
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life.
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities for the school division. You may also share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask questions. Events are planned for the following dates:
Click on the date to register. Additional locations and registration links will be shared soon. Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all.
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 representative to serve on this group to represent the McNair Upper ES community. If you are interested, please reach out to me by email at MMGoddin@fcps.edu or by calling the main office at (571) 982-1700.
Thank you so much in advance for your support of this division wide opportunity for families!
Spirit Wear is HERE—Grab Yours Now!
We’re excited to announce that McNair Spirit Wear is now on sale! Show your pride with our collection of T-shirts, hoodies, Long sleeves, accessories and more.
Sale Dates: Until December 12th.
All orders support our school, so thank you in advance for your support!
We are also looking for volunteers to help sort and deliver orders. If you’re available on December 19th to assist, please feel free to contact us
Dine to Donate Event at Texas Roadhouse!
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.
Instruction 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
Corporate Donation to the PTA
Did you know that the McNair Elementary PTA is a 501- 3(c) non profit (EIN 332743954) meaning your deductions are tax deductible!
As the year ends, please consider making a donation to the PTA and checking with your employer to see if they will match your donation.
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