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Dear Families,
We are excited to share that Timber Lane Elementary School has been recognized as On Track under Virginia’s new School Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). This rating, based on data from last school year, shows that our school is meeting or exceeding expectations set by the state around student performance.
This new framework places a greater emphasis on standardized test results, alongside student growth, graduation, and readiness measures that vary by school level.
One thing has not changed: our students are learning and growing, and our teachers and staff continue to do exceptional work every day. This recognition reflects the strength of our entire school community. Our strong performance stands out and is something to celebrate.
We will continue building on this success. Our team is committed to keeping high expectations for learning, supporting each student’s unique strengths, and creating a school environment where every child feels welcomed, challenged, and cared for. We are also grateful for the support we receive from families. Your involvement makes a difference, and it plays an important role in helping our students succeed.
Thank you for being such an important part of our community. Together, we will continue helping every student at TLES thrive.
Warmly,
Ben Chiet, Sarah Buchanan & Lindsay Duch
📖Fall Book Fair
We are excited to announce that the Book Fair returns to the library next week, December 15-19! This is a wonderful opportunity to build your child's home library and support our school.
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Browsing: Students will create wish lists during their library time.
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Shopping: Sales are open daily from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
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Family Night: Join us Thursday, Dec 18 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM! (Students must be accompanied by an adult for evening hours).
Days of Cheer Spirit Week
Next week, we invite students to join our staff for a full week of spirit days and good cheer as we count down to winter break, the close of 2025, and the start of the new year! Please see the daily spirit day themes below for your child’s optional participation.
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Monday: Mismatch Outfit Day
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Tuesday: Comfy Clothes
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Wednesday: Winter White or Black Out
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Thursday: Silly Sweater or TLES Clothes
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Friday: Pajama Day
☕ Next Principal's Coffee
At TLES, strong schools start with strong partnerships. Please join Mr.Chiet in a relaxed setting to:
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Celebrate Success: Share the positive things you see in our classrooms.
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Share Input: Offer suggestions on school programs and environment.
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Ask Questions: Get clarity on policies and upcoming events.
Your voice is vital to our community. Come grab a cup of coffee and chat!
Dates
- January 23 at 8:30am
- February 27 at 8:30am
🙋♂️ Attendance Is Important Every Day!
We are committed to partnering with families to promote positive attendance habits. Any day that your child is unable to attend school, parents should report the absence. By reporting absences, families are partnering with our staff so that everyone can make sure students are supported and have access to resources.
Full-day absences can be reported in SIS ParentVUE. Parents can also report absences by calling our school attendance line at 703-206-5331 or emailing TimberLaneES.Attendance@fcps.edu. School staff will call parents if students are absent, and our school has not been notified in advance.
Parents can monitor their child’s attendance records in SIS ParentVUE.
🌱Virginia Quality Birth to Five
FCPS participates in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5). VQB5 is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of curriculum. Refer to “VQB5 for Families English/Spanish” for more information.
⛄ Winter Resources for Families
A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15
AAP Deadline Reminder: The deadline to refer students (Grades 2 through 7) for Full-Time AAP services is December 15, 2025. Please email forms to Alyssa Grabel at angrabel@fcps.edu immediately. No late forms are accepted. Decisions will be announced in April.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
🐾 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. 😊
Pre-Order Your Yearbook Today!
Pre-order your yearbooks through Strawbridge.
 It's time!! Your Harris Teeter VIC card needs to be re-linked EVERY YEAR. It's quick and easy and helps contribute money back to the TLES PTA every time you shop!
Re-link your card by clicking here: https://tie.harristeeter.com/together-in-education
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
December
Dec 15-19: Fall Book Fair
Dec 18: PreK Gingerbread Family Event at 2:00pm
- Family Book Fair Hours from 4:00 to 7:00pm
- 2nd Grade American Indian Presentation of Learning 9:50-10:20
Dec 19: 1st Grade Family Breakfast & Presentation of Learning @ 9:35-10:45
Dec 22 - Jan 2: Winter Break (No School)
January
Jan 12-23: Student artwork showcased at Rare Bird Coffee Shop
Jan 19: Holiday - MLK Jr. Day (No School)
Jan 23: Principal's Coffee at 8:30am
Jan 28: Early Release at 1:35pm (End of Q2)
Jan 29-30: Teacher Workdays (No School)
We will not have a 3-Hour Early Release in the month of January.
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