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Dear Island Creek Families, 

As a reminder, there will be no school for students on May 25th - May 27th for Memorial Day, Teacher Workday and Eid al-Adha.

With the end of the school year rapidly approaching, it can be tempting to ease up on routines. However, these final weeks are absolutely critical for keeping our momentum going. Right now, our school's chronic absenteeism rate is sitting at 4.2%. Our goal is to keep that number under 4% through the very last day of school. Consistent attendance ensures our students don't miss out on crucial end-of-year activities, final projects, and closure with their peers and teachers.

Field Day Volunteers needed!

If you’d like to join the fun, please scan the QR Code shown below OR

complete ALL THREE Steps:

Step 1: Must be cleared Volunteer FCPS Level 1, FCPS requirement

Step 2: Field Days Volunteer Opportunity (FCPS), FCPS requirement

Step 3: Field Day Volunteer SignUp Genius, PE Teacher Organization tool

            Morning Field Day sign up link   

            Afternoon Field Day sign up link 

We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Thursday, May 28th!

Warmly, Jen Fallert, Principal    🐊 Denise Cash-Pinckney, Assistant Principal    🐊

Every Day Counts at Island Creek!

Help us reach our goal of 4% or less this year!  Attendance is a vital life skill that will benefit your child later in life. It’s a good habit to build now to help them graduate from college on time and routinely report to work on time once they have a career. By highlighting this important information, we aim to keep our families informed and energized about our collective efforts to encourage regular school attendance

Island Creek's Read-A-Thon: 

May 20-May 31

Encourage reading and support Island Creek Elementary! Our fourth annual Read-a-Thon runs from May 20^th to May 31^st

• Sponsors: Students collect pledges (per minute or flat fee) from adults using forms were sent home Friday, May 15 (extra copies in office). Aim for 5 sponsors at $10! No door-to-door fundraising.

• Reading: Log reading at home/school (parent/guardian initial required) from May 20^th to May 31^st. Being read to counts!
• Return: Send completed Pledge Sheets, Reading Logs, and donations (MySchoolBucks for Island Creek families or checks made out to Island Creek Elementary) to teachers or the office on June 1^st or June 2^nd.
• Prizes:
• All participants get a bookmark!
• Raise $10+ for a Croc pop-it keychain!
• Top reader in each class will win a special prize!
• The class with the most minutes read (1 lower grade and 1 upper grade) gets a class treat (popsicles or pizza!)!

Let's make this Read-a-Thon a success! Thank you for supporting our readers!

Island Creek'sTalent Showcase

Event Details

• Performance Date: Thursday, May 28th at 5:00 PM

• Location: Island Creek (K–3 performs first, followed by grades 4–6)

• Families and students are encouraged to attend and cheer on our talented performers!

Field Day Volunteers Needed

Field Day will be Friday, June 5 (Rain Date: Friday, June 12). We have a fun day planned with a lot of wonderful activities for the students to enjoy in celebration of the end of the school year!

Field Day Times

• 9:05-11:05 AM:  Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, PAC, AM ECCB
• 12:30-2:50 PM:  3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, PM ECCB

We’re looking for parent/guardian volunteers to help with Field Day activities! Volunteers will assist teachers and students in all grade levels (according to grouping above)  at various stations, help with transitions, and keep the event running smoothly.

If you’d like to join the fun, please scan the QR Code shown below OR

complete ALL THREE Steps:

Step 1: Must be cleared Volunteer FCPS Level 1, FCPS requirement

Step 2: Field Days Volunteer Opportunity (FCPS), FCPS requirement

Step 3: Field Day Volunteer SignUp Genius, PE Teacher Organization tool

            Morning Field Day sign up link   

            Afternoon Field Day sign up link 

Thank you for helping us make Field Day a special day for our Crocs!

For addtional information, please reach out to Ms. Barber at lmbarber@fcps.edu and Mr. Magagnoli at jlmagagnoli@fcps.edu.

💊Medication Pick Up from the Health Room

Pick up your child’s medication from the Health Room by:

🚨Wednesday, June 17 by 2 pm

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 2:00 p.m. on the last day of school, June 17. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services. A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school.

If you have any questions, please contact the school health room at 703-642-6310

Sixth Grade Promotion Ceremony

Families of Sixth Grade students are invited to celebrate the accomplishments of our sixth-grade students and reflect on their time at Island Creek on Wednesday, June 17th at 9:00 a.m.  Doors will open at 8:30 a.m.

Please note all adult family members must have a valid photo ID.

Students should "dress their best" in appropriate attire for this special day.

Our Lost and Found is Overflowing!

Please ask your kids to stop by the lost and found and look for their lost items! You are welcome to stop by the office and ask to see the lost and found (please bring your photo ID to sign in). Unclaimed items will be donated in June. Please label coats and sweatshirts with your child’s name so we can return them if found. Thank you!

🗓️ Island Creek Calendar

❤️Monday, May 25:  Memorial Day Holiday, School Closed

❤️Tuesday, May 26:  Teacher Workday, No School for Students

❤️Wednesday, May 27:  Eid al-Adha Holiday, School Closed

❤️Thursday, May 28:  Talent Showcase (5 PM)

❤️Sunday, May 31: Last day of the Read-A-Thon!

❤️Monday, June 1:  Chorus Concert; Read-A-Thon Reading Logs due!

❤️Tuesday, June 2:  Strings Concert; Read-A-Thon Reading Logs due!

❤️Friday, June 5:  Field Day

❤️Thursday, June 11:  Band Concert

❤️Friday, June 12:  Field Day (rain date)

❤️Tuesday, June 16: Last Day of School for Preschool Students

❤️Wednesday, June 17:  Sixth Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:00, doors open at 8:30); Last Day of School for School-age Students (1:20 dismissal)

❤️Follow Island Creek on Facebook and Instagram

Facebook link Instagram:  islandcreekelementary

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Save the Date! FCPS Summer Extravaganza, Saturday, June 6, 10:00am-2:30pm 

Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School. Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.

Virginia Sun Bucks

Virginia SUN Bucks is a one-time benefit to help families with the cost of groceries during the summer when children are not in school. Some families will automatically qualify for SUN Bucks based on participation in SNAP, TANF, income-based Medical Assistance, or free or reduced-price meals at school. Whether you're applying for SUN Bucks or automatically qualify, make sure your child's school and/or Public Assistance and Employment Services (PAES) have your correct address.  Learn more about SUN Bucks and how to apply. Questions? Please reach out to Amy Garcia, Family Liaison, ajgarcia@fpcs.edu, call/text 571-595-7015 or by Talking Points.

Summer Resources from the FCPS Family Resource Center

The FCPS Family Resource Center will be open all summer, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm at their new location, 7510 Lisle Ave., Falls Church, VA 22043. They offer phone and in-person consultations, a lending library (books can be sent to a school near you), digital resources and webinars. Visit their website https://www.fcps.edu/frc/ call 703-204-3941/ text 571-496-8210/ or email frc@fcps.edu to learn more. Language interpretation is available, call ahead to schedule. Several digital guides from the Family Resource Center have summer information and resources.  Click on the titles below to access the guides: 

Summer Survival Guide - Resources to help students and their families make the most of summer. Includes organization tips, sample routines, webinars, learning resources and more. 

Summer Activities - Activity suggestions to keep your family safe and engaged this summer. Ideas and tips for all ages, from pre-school aged to teens. 

Summer Camps Guide - List of summer camps (summary, contact information and website) organized by category including ADHD, learning disabilities, general, military kids, physical disabilities, pre-school and more. Registration for the FCPS Elementary Institute for the Arts, Institute for the Arts, CTE Summer Academy, Tech Adventure Camp,

Registration for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public, including Tech Adventure Camp and Elementary Institute for the Arts, will be closing on Friday, June 5.

Cooling Programs from the Fairfax County Government

Multiple free programs are available to help families stay cool, including financial assistance for electric bills, AC repair or installation, fans for older adults, and energy-saving home upgrades; for help choosing a program call 703-222-0880 or for related program details and applications visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/cooling-assistance

Inova Cares Back-to-School Pediatric Health Fairs

Free physicals and immunizations for Medicaid or uninsured children ages 5+ are available on June 27 at Inova Cares Manassas, July 25 at Inova Cares Fall Church and August 8 at Inova Care Herndon. Call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. No walk-ins.