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Hello, Scottie families!
Happy New Year! We hope you all had a restful, joyful winter break filled with quality time and relaxation. It is wonderful to see the building and Scottland Yard buzzing with energy again as we kick off the second half of the school year.
As we settle back into our routines, we are hitting the ground running, and in the coming weeks and months we are excited to see the growth our students have made since August. Thank you for your continued partnership and for being such an integral part of our school community. We have a fantastic 2026 year ahead of us!
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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January 12 - Yearbook Cover Designs Due
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January 13 - Robinson Area Band Concert (Robinson), 7-9 PM
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January 14 - Robinson Secondary Curriculum Night (rising 7th graders), 5-8 PM
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January 14 - PTO Meeting (virtual), 6-7 PM
A few amazing highlights that happened this week...
PreK students were scientists this week as they figured out how many drops of water it would take to melt an ice cube.
These two Scotties made the right choice simply because it was the right thing to do. Thank you for cleaning up our cafeteria when you saw it needed to be done!
Kiss & Ride Reminders
- Drop off begins each day at 8:19 AM, and concludes at 8:30 AM. Be sure to keep students in the car until staff come out of the building to help facilitate drop-off. When the bell rings at 8:30 AM, Kiss & Ride drop-off closes. For any car riders arriving after 8:30 AM, park your vehicle and take your child to Door 2 to check them in at the office.
- When driving through the Kiss & Ride line at arrival or dismissal, please pull all the way forward so there are no large gaps in between cars. Bonnie Brae staff will direct you to move forward and then assist your child in/out of the car.
- Staff will help students enter/exit vehicles while parents stay in their cars. If you need to get out to help your child, please park in a parking spot.
Thank you for your attention and support with our Kiss & Ride procedures.
Calling All Student Artists: Design the Next Yearbook Cover!
Get your crayons and colored pencils ready! Bonnie Brae is now accepting entries for the 2025-2026 Yearbook Cover.
This year's theme is "Bright Learning Spaces, Bright Futures!" We want to see colorful, original artwork that shows what makes our school and our students shine. One winning design will be our front cover, and four designs will be selected for the back cover of our yearbook!
Requirements:
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Must have our school name: Bonnie Brae.
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Must have the school year: 2025-2026.
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Must match our theme, “Bright Learning Spaces, Bright Futures!”
- Must be drawn on white/blank/unlined 8.5"x11" paper (portrait).
- (See Mrs. Fuller if you need paper).
- Please check your spelling. All words used must be spelled correctly.
- Little to no eraser marks (draw light, then outline).
- Create a cover that includes images that go with the theme.
- Must be an original idea. The more creative the better.
- Must be colorful.
- Must be your own work and be individually done.
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Must include your full name, grade level, and your teacher’s name on the back of the design.
All entries are due to classroom teachers by Monday, January 12. Let your creativity shine!
Please forward questions to Mrs. Fuller, apfuller@fcps.edu.
Robinson Secondary's Curriculum Night - January 14
Please save the date for Robinson Secondary’s Curriculum Night on Wednesday, January 14, 2026!
Robinson Secondary is excited to bring you details about an upcoming opportunity to learn more about the academic programs and educational services offered there. Their hope is that by attending, you will have many of your questions answered and be able to help your students make a more informed decision about which classes would be the best fit.
Please join Robinson staff on Wednesday, January 14th according to the schedule below. Teachers from all subjects (core and elective) will be available to answer your questions and share with you more details about what to expect from their class. Specialists will also be available to discuss special education needs and how to support multilingual learners and immersion students.
5:00-6:00 pm: Parents of rising 7th and 9th graders:
Rising 7th Grade Families meet in Russell Theatre.
The night will begin with two information sessions to provide an overview of the expectations for middle school and high school academics to include discussion of the IB Middle Years Program and IB Diploma Program. This portion of the night is dedicated to families who currently have 6th grade students and 8th grade students only.
6:00-6:30 pm: Parents of rising 7th-12th grade students:
Rising 7th Grade Families go to various locations.
The next portion of the night involves small group sessions with Robinson specialists. Hear more about the math sequence, Special Education services, support for immersion students and also multilingual learners, the IB program from a student perspective, and how to get involved in clubs and activities.
6:30-7:30 pm: Parents of rising 7th-12th grade students:
Rising 7th Grade Families go to various locations.
The night continues with a Curriculum Fair where teachers from every subject will be available to answer your questions, share the expectations for their courses (i.e. the differences between Honors and Standard classes; details about projects and what assessments look like in their course) and provide more information to help you guide your students to the right level of rigor.
7:30-8:00 pm: Parents of rising 7th-12th grade students:
Rising 7th Grade Families go to various locations.
The night concludes with another opportunity to attend small group sessions with Robinson specialists. Hear more about the math sequence, Special Education services, support for immersion students and also multilingual learners, the IB program from a student perspective, and how to get involved in clubs and activities.
This night is one that provides you with lots of opportunities for clarification and allows families to learn more about many of the exciting courses and programs that Robinson has to offer.
FCPS Math Week-January 12-16
FCPS has partnered with MIND Research Institute, creators of ST Math, to bring FCPS Math Week to our community.
Scheduled for January 12-16, 2026, Math Week is a community engagement opportunity that aims to change how math is experienced.
You can visit the website at https://www.mindresearch.org/fairfax-math-week/. Spread the word, build excitement, and enjoy some math time with your family!
The site hosts free stories, games, and activities in English and Spanish. You can play games in the classroom if you’d like, but we encourage families to participate and play at home.
There is a form to log the number of minutes spent on the games each day – we are aiming for a goal of 3 MILLION MINUTES!
Thank you in advance for your participation and support. Please help us to get the word out to the community and make sure that FCPS meets our goal.
Order Our 2025-2026 Bonnie Brae Yearbook!
Bonnie Brae yearbooks are officially on sale! All orders (online only) are due by April 17, 2026. The prices detailed below are for all yearbooks purchased by April 17, 2026.
- Soft cover yearbooks are $18
- Hard cover yearbooks are $24
- Option to add a foil name stamp for an additional $4
To order a Bonnie Brae ES Yearbook via credit card online, visit https://www.buytheyearbook.com/en/bty/findmyschool and use School ID Number 732269.
We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale on-site in June at a cost of $20 per soft cover yearbook (no hard cover yearbooks or foil name stamps will be sold on-site).
Yearbooks are expected to arrive late-May/early June.
Visit the Bonnie Brae Yearbook webpage for details.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.
Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs
Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.
Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs.
Follow Our Budget Process
Encourage your neighbors, friends, and community members to follow the FCPS budget process and look for opportunities to share your ideas about funding public education. Key decision dates and engagement opportunities are coming up in the next few weeks:
- The Fairfax County delegation to the General Assembly will hold a public hearing regarding the upcoming 2026 session on Saturday, January 10, at 9 a.m. in the Board Auditorium at the Fairfax County Government Center.
Fairfax County residents can sign up in advance to speak at the hearing online or contact the Department of Clerk Services at 703-324-3151, TTY 711, by Thursday, January 8, at noon.
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Thursday, January 22, Dr. Reid will present the proposed budget to the School Board.
Visit our budget webpage for more information.
Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages
FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.
The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account. Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program.
Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.
Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar. If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.
First Virtual PTO Meeting of 2026!
You are warmly invited to join us for our first virtual Bonnie Brae Elementary PTO meeting of the new year!
When: Wednesday, January 14 (6-7 PM)
Where: Use this link: https://calendar.app.google/u1Bnz8msk1frYRK36
This meeting is an excellent opportunity to stay informed, share ideas, and learn how the PTO supports our students, staff, and school community. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or new to the PTO, your participation and perspective are truly valued.
Agenda highlights include:
- Review of the current PTO financial statement
- Overview of upcoming major and ongoing fundraising efforts, including Readathon, Restaurant Nights, Afterschool Clubs, Robinson Staff Basketball game and the Spring Festival • School and PTO volunteer opportunities
- PTO leadership planning for the 2026–2027 school year
- Open time for questions, ideas, and community input
As part of our commitment to strong planning and continuity, we are actively seeking nominations and volunteers for two critical PTO leadership roles for next school year (2026–2027):
- President-Elect
- Vice President, Major Events
These roles are essential to the success of our PTO and allow for a smooth transition and mentorship during the coming year. This will be the final year for these two positions and identifying future leaders now helps ensure continued stability and support for our school community. No prior PTO board experience is required—just a willingness to collaborate and care about our school.
If you have ever considered getting more involved—or would like to nominate someone you believe would be a great fit—we encourage you to join the meeting and learn more.
Strong schools thrive when families are engaged. We hope to see you online.
Scotties Spiritwear Store — Open Through January 18!
We love our Scotties! The Bonnie Brae PTO is excited to share a quick-turn Spiritwear opportunity—now open through Sunday, January 18—featuring new designs, fun new color options, and the return of our popular Scotties heart design.
With our BBES Valentine’s Day Lunch and Purple Up Day coming up, this collection includes festive colors such as red, pinks, purple, gray, and of course our traditional royal blue. Spiritwear orders are expected to arrive a day or two before the Valentine’s Day lunch—just in time to wear and share the Scottie spirit!
Why it matters: For every item sold, $3 goes directly to support the Bonnie Brae PTO and our school community.
Order here: https://stores.sansscreenprint.com/bonniebraespirit/shop/home
Please note: Spiritwear items are custom ordered, so be sure to select sizes and colors carefully. All sales are final; no refunds or exchanges are available.
Thank you for showing your Scottie pride and supporting Bonnie Brae!
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January 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday Holiday (no school for students and staff)
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January 23 - SCA Spirit Day: Sports Fans
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January 23 - PTO Bingo Night, 6-8 PM (cafeteria)
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January 27 - Strings Winter Concert, 6:30-7:30 PM (Oak View ES)
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January 28 - Two-Hour Early Release, 1:15 PM (end of Second Quarter)
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January 29 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
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January 30 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
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February 3 - Second Quarter Report Cards Go Home
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February 6 - Club and Candid Photos Day
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February 11 - PTO Meeting (in-person), 6-7 PM
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February 13 - Valentine's Day Family Lunch (cafeteria)
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