Panther Press: March 12

Tonight is the Night, Providence ES Families! 

Get ready for an evening of discovery, creativity, and collaboration. Join us for STEAM Night TONIGHT, March 12, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

It’s going to be a blast with hands-on activities that will have your students thinking like future scientists, engineers, and artists. No RSVP is necessary—just bring your curiosity and your appetite! We can’t wait to see you there for dinner and some serious STEAM fun.

Level the Playing Field will be back during STEAM night this year collecting gently used sports equipment.  The donation box will be available outside of the cafeteria during school hours and the night of the event for drop-off!

For more information, please visit their website!

Countdown to Kindergarten: Supporting a Smooth Transition

Is your child heading to kindergarten this fall? Join FCPS staff for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition! The webinar will take place on Friday, March 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support their child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools. Register to receive the event link. 

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment (the student and one caregiver must be present).

Read more about the registration process. 

Spring Allergies have started!  The Health Room is tracking a lot of allergy symptoms itchy water eyes, congestion, itchy throat, stuffy noses, cough and sneezing.  

The following are some things you can do to help your child during the allergy season:

• Administer allergy medicine as needed (Talk to your physician if they recommend allergy medicine before school during high pollen times)   
• When your child comes in from outdoors: -Wash hands with soap and water -Wash off face (including glasses) with water and cloth -Wipe down body from head to toe with wet wash cloth -Change clothing if staying indoor         
• Try not to allow your child to go into the bedroom with the clothing worn outside; this will prevent the pollen from falling onto the bed.

Students will play outside for recess and most days for PE.

Please call the health room if you have any questions: 703-460-4410 or

email Renee Basile, PHN rbasile@fcps.edu

Students are allowed to carry and use…

• cough drops
• cosmetic products
• saline eye drops
• saline nose drops
• lip balm
• hand lotion
• insect repellant
• sunscreen

                … without any required paperwork.

• March 6th -   College Awareness Day
• March 10th - Video Game Shirt Day
• March 13th - PES Spirit Wear Day
• March 20th - PES Spirit Wear Day
• March 27th - International Scribble Day