What's Happening at LCES?!
 Pictured above are some students "twinning" and our wonderful "Bearistas" who help serve coffee, hot chocolate, and lemonade to our staff once a month!Â
Dear 5th Grade and Parents,Â
Because we were unable to do the real Three Piggy Opera in Kindergarten, I have permission to have after school rehearsals and a performance for parents the week of June 1st (see below schedule). Students will need to be at all rehearsals and the performance to participate. Â
If you would like to participate, please fill out this google form.Â
 https://forms.gle/wVCmN4beWqBTwsKD9
Rehearsals: Â Students must be picked up by parent or allowed to walk home (no bus)
- After school Monday, June 1st 3:45 - 4:45 - Auditions and run through of music
- After school Tuesday, June 2nd 3:45 - 4:45
- After school Wednesday, June 3rd 3:45 - 4:45 Dress Rehearsal
- After school Thursday, June 4th 3:45 final rehearsal and Show
Performance:
- Thursday at 4:20 PM
- Parents should arrive between 4:15-4:20 for our 4:20 performance
- Make sure you let me know how many people will be attending
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me.
Leah Kmetz
lekmetz@fcps.edu
Sneak Peek for rising Kindergartners and their families will be held on Thursday, May 21 at 4:30.Â
Our cafeteria kitchen will start going under renovation this month and because of this, our breakfast and lunch menus will change. Please see the linked changed menus below:
Breakfast
Lunch
For the past few years, we have opened our Library during the summer for students and their families to select books. School renovations will prevent this opportunity from being offered to students this summer. In addition, the âFree Librariesâ around the building will not be accessible because of the renovations.Â
SOâŚWe are excited to bring âBlizzardâs Book Jamâ to LCES! This is a great opportunity for students to get some ânew-to-youâ summer reading and give away some books that they have finished reading to others!Â
Each student may bring a maximum of 3 BOOKS. It is our goal to provide ALL students with 1-2 ânew to youâ books. Therefore, students should not necessarily expect to come home with the same number of books they donate.Â
Books must be in good condition* (see note) and appropriate for students in grades K-6 (something you would find in our library đ or a book that you know a student has enjoyed in the past). Â
* PLEASE NOTE: The following will not be accepted for the swap:Â Â
- activity books
- pamphlet style books (like the ones from Chick-Fil-A)Â
- magazines
- religious books
- books that have been written in
- damaged books (missing or torn pages or cover)
Students will drop off books during their scheduled library time during the week of May 19th. Â
During the week of June 8th, students will come to the library to select their ânew-to-youâ books (either during their scheduled library time, or a time arranged with their classroom teacher.
Any extra books we have will be shared with other schools in need.
Thank you for participating in our âBlizzardâs Book Jamâ!
Happy Reading!
 We're incredibly grateful for all the time you volunteered this year! Whether you helped for a few minutes or a few hours, you truly made Lees Corner a better place. Your time and efforts genuinely matter, and we appreciate it so much.
Please stop by our reception so we can thank you in person on Thursday, May 28th at 4:15pm.Â
At Lees Corner ES, your childâs success is our top priority. To determine the appropriate educational environment for your child for the 2026-2027 school year, we invite you to share information regarding your childâs needs.Â
Your input is appreciated. Every effort will be made to place your child in the type of learning environment that supports their needs. In addition, please do not request specific teachers. We're unable to honor specific teacher requests.
This form (https://forms.gle/DHebafoqNxYwaUpr6) is optional. If you choose to provide input, please submit one form per child no later than Monday, May 18, 2026.
Wednesday, April 29th
Evening Performance 6:30pm @ Franklin Middle School, band students must arrive at 6pm for warm up.
ALL are welcome! Band students are encouraged to invite family, friends, and neighbors to this free evening performance!
(Band Students will also be performing a short assembly during the school day for students and staff)
We have a limited number of homeroom class photos for sale for $10. Please send/bring iin either exact cash or check (payable to Lees Corner ES) to the front office and specify which homeroom teacher.Â
Benchmark Unit 7 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about history and culture.Â
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Connect with your childâs learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: Whatâs the most interesting thing you learned during this unit? Why is it so interesting?
- Activity: Design a family crest or symbol. Work together to draw and decorate a family coat of arms that represents your history, values, traditions, or favorite activities.
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 theyâre learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your childâs reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
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Benchmark Unit 8 in Language Arts is about earth science. Students in K-5 will be learning about the world around them, different natural processes, and the solar system. Grade six students will be exploring the earthâs structures and how they inspire our endeavors.Â
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Connect with your childâs learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: Whatâs your favorite thing about our earth?
- Activity: Fill a ziplock bag with water, tape it to a sunny window, and watch condensation and evaporation in action by seeing how the water level changes over time.
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 theyâre learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your childâs reading at home on the Benchmark Families website
On Friday, May 8, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid provided an update on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget. FCPS receives the majority of its funding from the Fairfax County Government and the Commonwealth of Virginia.Â
The Fairfax County Government recently adopted its FY 2027 Budget, and at the funding levels provided, there is currently a $28 million budget gap. In addition, the state budget has not been finalized. At last Thursday's School Board meeting, the superintendent proposed adjustments that would balance the FCPS budget.Â
Read Dr. Reidâs message to the community for more information on the budget process and budget priorities.
On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cellphone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a âbell-to-bellâ phone-free policy.
This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day â thus, no cellphones from bell to bell.Â
High school students will no longer be able to use cellphones and personal devices during lunchtime. More details are available on the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage.Â
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Other SR&R Changes for the 2026-27 School Year
Visit the FCPS website or the School Board agenda to learn about additional updates, including:
- Added guidance and procedures for in-school and out-of-school suspensions and discipline investigations, including supports for students with disabilities and multilingual learners.Â
- Expanded guidance and standardized disciplinary procedures (âUniversal Grade Matricesâ) related to harassment, hate speech, discriminatory behavior, and Title IX reporting requirements.
- Responses to incidents involving intimate images, fighting, physical aggression, object throwing, and drug policy violations.
As we enter the final weeks of the school year, Fairfax County Public Schools appreciates your continued partnership in supporting your childâs success. Regular attendance plays an important role in helping students stay engaged in learning, maintain connections with their teachers and peers, and finish the school year strong.Â
Attending school consistently also helps students build valuable habits such as responsibility, perseverance, and daily routines that support success both in and out of the classroom.
If your child needs to miss school, please remember to report the absence. Full-day absences can be reported in ParentVUE. Families may also report absences by calling the school attendance line or emailing the school-designated attendance address.
If your child is experiencing challenges that are affecting attendance, we are here to help. Please contact your childâs school so staff can partner with you to provide support and resources. Learn more about attendance resources.
PTA News
Keep our PTA Alive: New President!
 In accordance with the Virginia PTA bylaws, Torry's term as president is over! A President is REQUIRED to keep the PTA alive and the incoming president will be welcomed into an amazing and supportive board. Please reach out with questions or interest!
"The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others."
DeAnn Hollis
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PTA President Responsibilities Include:Â
Champion of Committees: Empowering others to turn big ideas into reality.
Digital Ops: Managing the simple tech tools that keep us moving.
Voice of the PTA: Leading our meetings with a focus on progress and community.
Partnership Pro: Turning school-community goals into a shared reality with our principal.
The Architect: Shaping the year ahead by approving the âwhatâ, âwhenâ, and âhowâ of our events.
Professional People-Person: Bringing your creative spark to a team that loves to work together.
Other PTA News
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- Add or update student information here!
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Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 6-17, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.
You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Register early to save money and reserve your studentâs spot!
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