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Events Around the Towne
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🏫 Wednesday, January 28: End of Quarter 2, Dismissal at 1:05
🏫 Thursday, January 29: Staff Development Day: No School for Students
🏫 Friday, January 30: Teacher Work Day: No School for Students
🛍️ Monday, February 2 - Friday, February 6: School Store Fundraiser
🌎 Tuesday, February 3: WIDA Testing for Multilingual Learners Continues
🚌 Wednesday, February 4: 1:00-6:00 p.m. Chorus Field Trip to Westfield
🏫 Thursday, February 5: 5:00 p.m. Stone Curriculum Night
🍩 Friday, February 6: 7:45 a.m. Donuts with Grownups (Last Names A-L)
🗣️ Monday, February 9: PTA Enrichment Clubs Begin (after school)
📚 Monday, February 9 - Friday, February 13: Book Fair/Kindness Week
🔬 Tuesday, February 10: 5:45-7:30 Family Science Night
📸 Wednesday, February 11: Clubs/Candids Pictures Day
🔥 Thursday, February 12 - Friday, February 27: Attendance Hot Streak
🚌 Thursday, February 12: 9:15 a.m. Grade 6 Field Trip to Stone MS
🍩 Friday, February 13: 7:45 a.m. Donuts with Grownups (Last Names M-Z)
♟️🍽️ Baroody Enrichment Camps 🍽️♟️
⏰ Last chance to register for London Towne Enrichment!
Don’t miss out — classes are filling fast and registration ends TODAY, Sunday, January 25. Now is the perfect time to grab a friend, pick your favorite class, and sign up together! 👯♂️✨
🏃♀️ Run Club
🧪 Slime Time
🧱 LEGO® Mining & Crafting
🎨 Drawsters
⚽ Soccer
👉 Register now before spots are gone:
https://bc-ffx-londontowne.jumbula.com/winter-2026
📩Questions? Contact us at info@baroodycamps.com.
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School Store Fundraiser: Feb 2-6 |
This coming week, our 6th grade Lion Leaders will be holding their annual school store fundraiser. All students are welcome to visit the store to buy items shown below following these steps:
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Fill out the pink request form sent home in late January. Show how many of each item you would like and how much money you will need.
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Bring your form and money to school the week of February 2-6. Cash only, please. Exact change preferred.
- Your teacher will give permission for you to visit the LTES School Store outside of the library one day during the week, between 8:05 and 8:30.
- Please understand that if we are out of an item that you would like on the day you shop, you will have the choice of picking a different item or keeping your money.
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Volunteer at the Spring Book Fair |
The Spring Book Fair is coming. It will be sponsored again by Bookworm Central. The Book Fair runs from February 9-13, 2026.
We will be open after school during Science Night on the Tuesday, February 10th and right after school February 12, from 3:00-4:30. We have many opportunities to volunteer during the fair. If you would like to help, please sign up here! Thank you!”
**Please note that there will also be non-edible treats options such as fun pencils and stickers.
**Tenga en cuenta que también habrá opciones de golosinas no comestibles, como divertidos lápices y pegatinas.
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LTES Yearbook on Sale! |
📖 Families, the 2025-26 LTES Yearbook is now on sale! Limited time only. Limited supply.
📢 Order online direct from the Strawbridge website.
🧪🔬🌱 Family Science Night 🧪🔬🌱
You're invited to London Towne's Family Science Night on Tuesday, February 10, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.!
🍕 Dinner provided starting at 5:45 p.m.!
🔬 Hands-on Science Activities!
🍩🍩🍩 Donuts with Grown-Ups 🍩🍩🍩
Our “Donuts with Grown-ups” dates for this quarter are:
🍩 Friday, February 6: Families with last names A-L
🍩 Friday, February 13: Families with last names M-Z
Donuts and coffee will be served beginning at 7:45 am for students and their families. Students will dismiss to class by 8:20 am.
We encourage the adults to stay for a few extra minutes as our Wellness Team will be sharing information about bullying, teasing, and peer conflict and strategies that can be used at home, as well as school.
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February 9-13 is Kindness Week! |
💗 London Towne will be celebrating Kindness Week February 9-13!
Students are invited to participate in the following spirit days:
🌈 Monday, February 9: Kindness starts with me! Wear your favorite color, outfit, or something that makes you feel confident!
👕 Tuesday, February 11: Team up for kindness! Wear your favorite team shirt or colors or your London Towne gear!
🎽 Wednesday, February 12: We take care of our hearts and each other's hearts! Wear workout clothes and/or something red with hearts!
😴 Thursday, February 12: Dreaming of a kinder world! Wear school-appropriate pajamas or comfy clothes!
💗 Friday, February 13: We are a community who chooses kindness! Wear your "We Choose Kindness" shirt or pink or black!
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Student Experience Survey @ LTES |
Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.
All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link.
We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.
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Advanced Academic Referral Deadline |
⭐ Next Steps for Parents
Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of their child’s materials after February 20, 2026, by emailing Madalyn Sirota at masirota@fcps.edu.
At the elementary level, referrals for subject-specific and part-time AAP are screened by the school. If you miss the full-time referral deadline, your student can still be screened for subject-specific or part-time AAP services for the remainder of the year.
At the middle school level, honors courses are open to all students.
⭐ Rising 7th Grader Information
The enrolling parent of any rising 7th grade Full-Time eligible student or student being screening for Full-Time Services, please see the dates below for Middle School Curriculum Night.
- Stone MS: February 5, 2026
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
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Parenting in a Digital Age |
Raising kids in a world full of screens can feel like a bit of a balancing act, but you don’t have to do it alone! We’re excited to share a helpful playlist of short videos from Common Sense Media designed specifically to support parents of elementary students. These videos offer quick, practical tips on setting clear device expectations right from the start, helping you establish healthy boundaries that work for your unique family rhythm.
The playlist also guides you through the process of selecting high-quality digital content, ensuring the movies, games, and apps your children engage with are both safe and enriching. You’ll also find supportive advice for addressing social media challenges, even if your child isn't on those platforms yet. It’s all about building a foundation of digital citizenship and open communication. We hope these resources give you the confidence to help your family thrive in the digital age!
🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process. For more information, call our Student Information Assistant/Registrar, Lisa Raisbeck, at (703) 227-5403.
💻 Try Online Registration
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account.
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PTA News and Happenings |
Come join us at our next PTA Meeting on February 24 at 6:00 p.m.!
Follow the LTES PTA on Instagram to stay to date with all the fun, upcoming events!
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Prepare for Weather Closings |
❄️ 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.
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Winter Resources for Families |
❄️ 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 weather. 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 snow or inclement weather days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
🏫🏫Curriculum Night at Stone Middle School 🏫🏫
Parents of rising 7th graders are invited to Stone Middle School's Curriculum Night! Meet our principal and staff and learn about course and elective choices!
Dates: Thursday, February 5th
EL, Special Education and Advanced Academics at 5:00pm
Meet the Principal at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Stone Middle School
❄️❄️Frozen Jr. Play at Stone Middle School ❄️❄️
Experience the magic of Frozen Jr. as the talented Stone Middle School cast brings Arendelle to life! Join us for a heartwarming, high-energy production filled with beloved songs, laughter, hygge, and unforgettable moments for the whole family.
Dates: Friday, February 6th at 7:00pm
Saturday, February 7th at 2:00pm and 7:00pm
Location: Stone Middle School Theatre
Tickets: $5 students, $10 adults - TICKETS LINK.
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Apply for Dual Language Immersion |
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.
An informational meetings was held at London Towne on Wednesday, January 14 at 5:30 p.m. View additional dates and details on the FCPS calendar. If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.
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Enhancing Safety for Staff and Students |
School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff.
The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical.
Learn more about the emergency management system. You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.
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Twice Exceptional Student Webinars |
Fairfax County Public Schools Twice Exceptional (2E) Series:
Friday, February 20, 2026 - The Social Lives of Twice-exceptional (2e) Students: Friendship, Belonging, and Identity.
10:00 - 11:30 AM
Friday, May 15, 2026 - Beyond High School: Preparing Twice-exceptional Students for College, Career, and Adult Life Through Executive Functioning and Essential Life Skills.
10:00 - 11:30 AM
All webinars are FREE to families, educators, and community members. This webinar is for adults only. Register using this link.
For more information, call 703-204-3941 or visit us at: https://www.fcps.edu/resources/family-engagement/family-resource-center Please call us to make a request for ADA accommodations.
Interpreters are available if requested at least a week before the webinar. Interpretation cannot be guaranteed. We will have closed-captioning in any chosen language if we cannot find an interpreter.
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Volunteer FCPS Update |
💗 Volunteer FCPS Helps Community Members Connect With Schools
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities across the division. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using our visitor kiosk.
Individuals can complete a volunteer orientation on the Volunteer FCPS website. View Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the volunteer levels.
💗 Recent Updates to Volunteer Opportunity Levels
Due to the overwhelming response from our community, FCPS is temporarily pausing fingerprint requirements for most Level 3 volunteers. Those who have already been fingerprinted will be processed to be eligible for all Level 3 opportunities.
As part of the application, all volunteers sign a statement confirming they have not been convicted of violent crimes, crimes against children, or other serious misconduct.
Field trip chaperone opportunities are now classified as Level 2 (not requiring a comprehensive background check).
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2025-26 Early Release Wednesdays |
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools (K-6 only)
Early Release Wednesdays apply only to students in grades K-6. Preschool students still attend school for their regular hours.
While we anticipate that most students will be dismissed at 12:05 p.m. on limited early release Wednesdays, we recognize that some families may require childcare. These students will be supervised by school-based staff. No new instruction will take place, as after-school care is strictly supervision.
Remaining 3-hour early release days for our school will include:
- February 25
- March 25
- April 29
- May 20
Wednesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter and an early release for students. Schools are closed for students on Thursday, January 29, for a staff development day, and Friday, January 30, for a teacher workday.
See the complete school year calendar.
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