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Dear Terraset Families,
Wow, it’s hard to believe it is already June! This means our Tiger Family can see the finish line to the end of the 25-26 school year. This week is a great opportunity to have a conversation with your children about the importance of finishing the year strong. Understanding this message will continue to support our Tigers now and in the future.
While there are many fun events coming up such as field day/Fun Run, talent show assembly, and end of year parties for our students to enjoy, we are continuing our high quality instruction through the last day of school. And because of you, our current chronic absenteeism rate is currently at 6.1%!!! Way to go, Tigers!! Please note that attendance will still be taken every day through June 17th.
Also, Kindergarten Playdates happen over the summer for rising Kindergarteners during the month of August. The Terraset PTO will share more information as it becomes available.
We greatly appreciate your partnership in centering our last weeks together around our core mission of teaching and learning, along with our end of year activities.
Warmly,
Katie Aldridge, Principal
Dave Ickowski, Assistant Principal
🎶Band, Orchestra and Chorus Registration (4th-6th grades)
Registration for Orchestra, Band and Chorus for the 2026-2027 school year is open. Deadline for registration is Monday, June 8. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for your child.
Here to sign up: https://forms.gle/CSFRZnk4xdZDuZPj9
Any questions? Feel free to contact the directors.
Tanya Stanley, Orchestra Director, tlstanley@fcps.edu 🎻🎵
Joseph McClure, Band Teacher, jrmcclure@fcps.edu🎺🎷🥁
Jonathan Andert, Chorus Director, jeandert@fcps.edu 🎼🎤
Karen Hovel, Chorus Director 🎼🎤
🏃🏼➡️Tigers on the Run + Field Day!
This year, we’re combining Field Day + a Fun Run Fundraiser for an unforgettable day of energy, teamwork, and Terraset Tiger Pride! Students will run while raising money through per-lap pledges or one-time donations. And all Tigers can participate regardless of whether they get pledges or donations.
School Fundraising Goal: $10,000 If we reach our goal, students will get the chance toss a whipped-cream pie at Mrs. Aldridge and Callyn Giese (PTO President) during a school celebration! Classes will also compete to win a popsicle party (highest % of students signed up on the fundraising website) or a pizza party (most combined laps run). Why it Matters: Every lap run supports the Terraset PTO’s work to bring meaningful programs, fun events, and community support to our students, teachers, and families.
Sign up your student on our fundraising site and start collecting pledges and donations TODAY!
- Go to mybooster.com and click “Sign Up”
- Click “I’m a Parent/Guardian”
- Enter your information and click “Create Account. “
- Search for Terraset
- Enter your student’s name and select their teacher
- Share their page with family & friends
💊 Health Room Medication Pick Up
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization forms may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room (703-390-5610) know if you would like a copy of the forms.
🎒Langston Hughes Middle School - Panther Preview (Rising 7th Graders)
August 4 or 5, 2026 - Students only need to attend one of the (2) two days.
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Panther-Preview Registration
📵New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1
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 “bell-to-bell” 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 — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell.
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.
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.
- Expanded guidance and standardized disciplinary procedures (“Universal Grade Matrices”) 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.
🌞Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
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.
🐯PTO News
Please be sure to check your student’s Tuesday folder and subscribe to our weekly PTO news email for more information about all PTO-related activities!
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Tigers on the Run Has Begun! Today we had a blast with our younger students and are looking forward to grades 4-6 next week! It’s not too late to register your student and collect donations or pledges. Every registration and donation will help support programs and events for our students, teachers, and school community. Plus, the class with the highest percentage of students registered wins a popsicle party! Sign up now!
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Volunteers Needed for Grade 4-6 Field Day: We still need your help with our fun Field Day stations and the Fun Run on June 9th. Click here to sign up.
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Final PTO “Meeting” at Red’s Table Tomorrow, June 3: All are invited to join us for a year-end celebration and volunteer appreciation event at Red’s Table on June 3 at 6:30pm. Appetizers provided by the PTO!
🏫FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- 2027 Budget Updates
- New Cell Phone Policy
- Stay Up-to-Date with the Mobile App
🐾P.A.W.S. (Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff)
Have you seen a staff member go above and beyond for your family or student? Take a moment to fill out this quick form to let us know and say thank you!
Click here to tell us about a PAWSitively amazing staff member!
🗓️TES Looking Ahead:
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Tuesday, June 9- Grades 4-6 Field Day & Fun Run
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Wednesday, June 17- 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 10:30 a.m. (TES Gym)
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Wednesday, June 17- Last Day of School (2-hr early release)
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