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Dear Franklin Sherman ES Parents/Guardians,
Welcome back! I hope your winter break was filled with rest, joy, and wonderful memories. There is a special kind of magic in the air as we open our doors for the first full week of 2026. Seeing the hallways buzzing with energy and watching our students reconnect with their friends and teachers truly warms my heart.
We have an incredible year of growth ahead of us, and I am so excited to see the curiosity and brilliance our students bring to the classroom every single day.
A Special Note: Our First Assembly
I am thrilled to announce that on Friday, January 16th, we will host our very first student assembly of the year!
Through the incredible generosity and hard work of our PTA, we are welcoming Mix Major to our school. This isn’t just a performance; it’s a deep dive into the world of music technology education.
During this interactive experience, our students will:
- Explore the cutting-edge tools used to create modern music.
- Collaborate with their peers to find their unique creative voices.
- Create original songs and remixes right there in the moment.
It is going to be a high-energy day of innovation, rhythm, and teamwork. We are so grateful to the PTA for providing our students with this unique opportunity to see how technology and art intersect.
Thank you for being such a vital part of our school family!
Sincerely,
Farris Thomas
Principal
Franklin Sherman ES
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January 19 Martin Luther King Holiday
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January 29-30 Student Holidays
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FCPS Math Week is coming! A full week of family time with stories, games, and math activities in English and Spanish for families with students in K-6.
#stmath #mathweek
FCPS CARES
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team at Franklin Sherman? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration party from HR. Celebrate our wonderful staff today!
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Make Your Voice Heard!
Look for opportunities to share your ideas about funding public education and encourage your neighbors, friends, and community members to follow the FCPS budget process. Several key decision dates and engagement opportunities are listed below:
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Thursday, December 18, 2025 - The Virginia Governor introduced the Fiscal Year 2026 state budget.
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. - There will be virtual regional public hearings on the governor’s proposed 2026-28 biennial state budget.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 - Dr. Reid will present the proposed FCPS budget to the School Board.
Attendance Matters
Reporting Student Absences
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 [phone number] or emailing [attendance email address]. 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.
When Your Child Is Sick
It is also important to keep your child home when they are sick. The Can My Child Go to School? webpage provides helpful recommendations on when to keep your child home.
FCPS News
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Make Your Voice Heard! Have an Impact on the Budget
- Go on a Literacy Adventure
- Enjoy Your Winter Break!
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Winter Activity Registrations are Live!
The PTA is proud to offer several winter classes for students before and after school. Please remember that you must be a PTA member to register. If you have not yet joined, you can do so here.
Art Club - Grades K-4 on Thursdays from 4:05 - 5:05 pm Register
Chess - All Grades - Wednesdays before school, 8:15 - 9:15 am Register
Karate - Grades K-2 on Tuesdays from 4:10-5:10 pm Register
Karate - Grades 3-6 on Thursdays from 4:10-5:10 pm Register
Sports Spectacular - All grades on Wednesdays from 4:10-5:10 pm Register
Lunch with a Panda
We are thrilled to invite you to "Lunch with a Panda."
Submit this Reservation Form to let us know about your visit.
Important Details:
- This form creates a reservation for 1 parent at a time (if both parents wish to visit for lunch the form must be submitted twice)
- There are at most 3 reservations available per grade per day
- Reservations will only become available 1 week in advance
- If a date does not appear in the list of choices it is either because there are no more reservations available for that day, or the school calendar/schedule of events does not allow us to have lunchtime visitors
Prepare for Winter Weather
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.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health.
Invitation from Longfellow MS
Longfellow Middle School will be hosting a Curriculum Night for rising 7th grade families (current 6th grade students) at Longfellow MS on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 p.m.
This evening session aims to provide parents with information that will help their incoming 7th grade student with the transition to middle school. Families will have the opportunity to explore elective course offerings and hear from a variety of Longfellow staff about the courses and programs offered to 7th grade students. Students and staff will also be available to answer questions.
If inclement weather occurs, the event will be rescheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
We look forward to welcoming you to Longfellow!
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