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RAVEN REPORT
Well, there sure is a lot of snow out there! My snow day traditions are having my husband take the kids outside to play and shovel and I stay inside and back :) Thank you all for making Curriculum Night a hit. We had hundreds of families show up and their feedback was extremely positive. The information below is as of now and could change depending on any additional inclement weather cancellations or delays. Please continue to monitor the FCPS website updates as we navigate this winter weather and how it might impact this week. In the meantime, enjoy an extra day off and stay warm!
Follow us on Social Media: To see the latest from Poe MS follow us on Instagram at @poeravensfcps!
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Important Dates |
1/28: EOQ2- 2-hr early release (students dismiss at 12:15)
1/29: Staff Development Day (see schedule below)
1/30: Teacher Workday Grades Due 2:30 (if we only have Monday as a snow day, this will stay the same)
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Raving Ravens |
I’d like to give a shout out to the Math 6 CT. They spent their CT sharing best instructional strategies on how to best use pictorial models when dividing fractions. This level of collaboration highlights why we are stronger together.
I’d also like to highlight AVID. To see Ms. Uccellini’s high leverage move in action, she invited me to her class last week. I was so impressed by how students were familiar with structures and routines and collaborated to support one another.
FRED Cards: Here’s what people are saying about our amazing staff. Below are some of the highlights from the recent FRED Cards that were submitted. The person’s name is who is being highlighted followed by what was said about them by a colleague. I will continue to highlight them in each Raven Report so keep them coming!
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Michelle Minor:”Thank you for all your work with our multilingual learners, esp. our new students! I know I can always count on you for good feedback and suggestions. Thank you too for taking on the attendance kids from IPFIT!”
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Erin Stuckey:”Thank you for your guidance and help this year. As I am learning every day you make it easier and fun. Thank you for your warmth and early morning conversations as we prepare for our day.”
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Abena Kyerewa:”Thank you so much for all of your work to get my office cleaned over winter break and for taking great care of Poe!”
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Activities |
Mason District Health Fair: This is scheduled for Saturday, February 7th, from 10am-12pm at the James Lee Community Center. We are partnering with a variety of community groups, organizations, and county departments to provide valuable health-related information, services, and resources for our community.
Services will include, but are not limited to:
- Vaccine appointment registration and information
- Medicaid enrollment assistance
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Substance abuse prevention training and resources
- Child development screenings and information
- Breast cancer awareness information
- HIV screening and prevention information
- Information on the importance of healthy eating
Summer Camps at Annandale HS: Registration has opened for Summer Camps at Annandale High School this summer. For those who sign up in January they will be offered the Early Bird Rate of $120 to the Olympics Camp. The Early Bird offer only applies to Olympics camp. Register Here for summer camps:
https://bit.ly/AHSCAMP26
Olympics Camp - Rising 2nd-9th Graders - June 22-26th 8:30am-3pm ($150): Campers will have fun playing a variety of sports including basketball, kickball, volleyball, soccer, and touch football. They will participate in fun contests and win medals! Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. For questions about Olympics Camp, please reach out to Christopher Bagot.
Boys & Girls Basketball - Rising 3rd-9th Graders - July 20-24th 9am-3pm ($250): Campers will spend each day focused on developing their basketball skills. They will also receive a t-shirt and a chance to win trophies. Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. Hours are 9am to 3pm. We accept early pickups at 8am. For questions about Basketball Camp please reach out to Jerome McAvoy and Chelsea Harrison
Baseball Skills Camp- Aug 10-14 5pm-7pm ($100, or $25 a day)
This camp is designed for 3rd - 9th graders and will be held on the baseball field at Annandale High. Focus will be on preparation for fall season and overall skill development. Camp will be conducted by Annandale High School Coaches and current college baseball players. Camp will run from 5pm-7pm. Question reach out to head baseball coach and camp director Kevin Rudd.
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Important Information |
Cell Phones and Earbuds: This is a reminder that students found with their phones/earbuds out of their pouches will have them confiscated. It will be parents responsible to come retrieve them from the school. Please support us in keeping phones away during the school day.
More News and Updates on-the-Go With the FCPS App Gone are the days of digging through emails or hunting for bookmarks. The FCPS app provides a custom experience that is both powerful and easy to use. Here’s how it makes life easier:
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Customized for Your Family:Do you have students at two (or more!) schools? You can "follow" multiple schools to get a feed of news, notices, and events.
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No Sign-In Required:Access essential content like district-wide announcements, live updates, and school calendars instantly. There’s no password to remember, and no login is required.
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Real-Time Notifications:Get push notifications for urgent updates including weather announcements.
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Everything in One Place:From bell schedules and staff directories to athletic event locations and school menus, the app is a central hub for all things FCPS.
To ensure every family stays informed, the app supports automatic translation for more than 100 languages. Learn more about the app or download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Stay in the know! Get those important FCPS alerts about winter weather and school closures by downloading the new FCPS mobile app. No account or sign-in required. Just download and go!
Plus, everything is in one place:
- Get FCPS news
- Check calendars for events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals
- See what’s for lunch and breakfast
- Quickly call or email school staff
- Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and our school website
Download by searching “FCPS” in the App Store or Google Play. Find out more at www.fcps.edu/app.
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.
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.
📚 What’s Your Child Learning in Benchmark (Grade 6):
We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 2 in Language Arts! Sixth grade students have been exploring characters faced with difficult choices.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: What has been your least favorite reading from this unit and why?
- Activity: Watch a short clip from a movie or show, then discuss how the scene might be different if another character narrated it.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
News from the PTSA
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