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A Message from Ms. Kirkland
Dear Families,
We are looking forward to another fun community event this week! Our PTO is hosting Pizza and Puzzles this Thursday from 6:00–7:30 PM. Pizza and drinks will be available for purchase, and families are encouraged to bring a favorite puzzle to share with friends. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of food, puzzles, and fun together!
With fall temperatures settling in and the days getting shorter, this is also a great time to check in on our children’s sleep routines. Getting enough sleep each night is an important part of helping students arrive at school ready to learn. The American Academy of Pediatrics endorses recommendations that children ages 6–12 get 9–12 hours of sleep each night, while children ages 3–5 should get 10–13 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period, including naps. Adequate sleep supports attention, behavior, learning, memory, and emotional regulation.
Consistent bedtimes, calming evening routines, and putting screens away before bedtime can all help children get the rest they need. Thank you for partnering with us to help our students come to school each morning rested, on time, and ready for a great day of learning!
We hope to see many of you at Pizza and Puzzles on Thursday!
Warmly,
Kate Kirkland, Principal
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October 12 School Planning Day
Monday, October 12 is a School Planning Day. There will be no school for students as teachers engage in professional learning.
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Calendar Change: Eid al-Fitr
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place on this day.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
🤒 Not Feeling Well? When Your Child Can Come to School
School is better when your child is here! But we do understand that some days, they may feel unwell. Learn more about which symptoms are ok at school (like sneezing or sniffles), and when your child should stay home (if they have a fever, diarrhea, or vomiting, for example).
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify our school so that assistance can be provided if needed. Keep an open line of communication with our public health nurse. Call us as soon as you know your child will be absent and, if possible, let us know how long you think they will be out.
If you or your family need any kind of support, please reach out to our front office. We are here for you! Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.
Updates to Technology in School
The Virginia legislature has passed a law updating what personal electronics are permitted in school. Starting this year, students must turn off and place in backpacks all personal electronics, including cell phones, smart watches, laptops, and wireless headphones. Students may not wear these items during the school day in the building.
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Explore School Meals in the New Menu Platform
Experience an easier way to view your child’s school menus using MealViewer:
- View what is being served each day.
- View the nutritional information for each meal.
- See if any specific allergens are being served.
- Get notified when your student’s favorite meal is being served.
Printable menus are always available on the Food and Nutrition Services webpa
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PTO Events & News
At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.
Pizza and Puzzles
Come join us for some puzzle fun and dinner hosted by the PTO. Pizza and drinks will be for sale on Thursday, October 8 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. More details to come!
PTO Meeting
The next general PTO meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 27 on Zoom. Details to follow.
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Important Times
Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am
Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am
Dismissal Bell: 3:30pm
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Important Dates
Thursday, October 8 | Pizza & Puzzles, 6:00 - 7:30 pm.
Monday, October 12 | Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Tuesday, October 27 | PTO Meeting on Zoom
Thursday, October 29 | Fall Picture Day Make-ups
Friday, October 30 | End of First Quarter--2-hour Early Release
You can access the full 2026-27 calendar here. Days that are shaded pink or blue are holidays for students. Orange days are NOT school holidays.
Attendance Matters
Daily, on-time attendance is critical to your child's success in school. Now is the time to begin planning for family events, making sure to plan trips during school breaks and holidays. Please be sure to review the 2026 2027 calendar to begin planning.
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Parent/Guardian Handbook
Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Your Partners in Education
We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.
Kate Kirkland, Principal
kekirkland@fcps.edu
Frances Torres, Assistant Principal
fetorres@fcps.edu
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