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Hello, Scottie families!
Tonight is the night! We are looking forward to the PTO Fall Festival this evening, from 6-8 PM. We hope you can make it!
Next week on Wednesday, October 21 we will have our first Early Release Wednesday. Any changes or questions related to your child's early release plan for October 21 should be sent to bbesearlyrelease@fcps.edu. Changes to early release plans should be communicated by 10 AM on Wednesday, October 21. On October 21 we will be dismissing at 12:15 PM, and any students who remain at Bonnie Brae will be dismissed at the regular time of 3:15 PM. All preschool classes will follow their typical schedule.
Finally, a huge thank you to the PTO for providing the funds for our One Scottie, One Book, and to our reading specialist, Karen Radcliffe, for organizing this awesome schoolwide initiative. Continue to read along every night (or watch the videos of our staff reading each chapter). We are One Scottie, One Book, this October!
Have a great weekend!
Morgan Birge, Principal
Raegan Hanson, Assistant Principal
Rose Stephens, Assistant Principal
Family. Relationships. Success.
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October 13-October 22 - Book Fair (library)
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October 16 - PTO Fall Festival, 6-8 PM
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October 21 - Three-Hour Early Release Wednesday, 12:15 PM
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October 21 - PTO Meeting, 6-7 PM (Bonnie Brae Library)
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October 23 - Parent Night Out, 5:30-8:30 PM (Tumbles)
Fall Picture Day Pictures
If you pre-ordered a fall picture package, it should be arriving in the upcoming weeks.
For families who did not have a chance to pre-order, it is not too late! Please visit the Victor O'Neill's website to view and order photos. Use your child’s student ID number when asked for the online code. If you are unsure of your child’s student ID number, please email your child's classroom teacher.
For questions about school pictures please email: underclass@vosphoto.com.
Fall Picture Make-Up Day is Thursday, October 29.
Three-Hour Early Release - Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, October 21 is our first Early Release Wednesday.
Any changes or questions related to your child's early release plan for October 21 should be sent to bbesearlyrelease@fcps.edu. Changes to early release plans should be communicated by 10 AM on Wednesday, October 21.
Students will be dismissed three hours early at 12:15 PM.
As a reminder, if you shared that your child/children will need to stay at Bonnie Brae on our Early Release Wednesday, they will be dismissed at the regular time of 3:15 PM.
All preschool classes will follow their normal schedule.
One Scottie, One Book Adventure
One Scottie, One Book: A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold
During October, our school community will read A Boy Called Bat, a story about Bat, a boy who hopes to make a baby skunk his pet. As students read, they will explore themes of friendship, responsibility, and caring for animals.
Families and students can view information related to our One Scottie, One Book adventure on our Bonnie Brae One Scottie, One Book webpage.
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View the reading schedule.
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View our chapter by chapter questions to help facilitate a discussion about the book at home.
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Listen to individual chapters being read by Bonnie Brae staff.
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Play some Kahoots to review the story.
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Learn more about our Literacy Night (Thursday, October 29, 6-7:30 PM)
Join Us for Literacy Night!
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When: Thursday, October 29, 6-7:30 PM
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Where: Bonnie Brae Cafeteria and Gym
Literacy Night will feature literacy activities for students presented by Bonnie Brae staff, therapy dogs for children to read with, and a representative from the Burke Public Library to help families get library cards.
We invite families to join the fun by reading along and talking together about A Boy Called Bat. Ask your child what they think Bat should do or what makes a good friend and pet owner. We look forward to sharing this reading adventure with you!
Outstanding Employee Nominations
Scottie families, help us celebrate the amazing people who make Bonnie Brae Elementary special! Nominations are now open for the 2026–2027 school year. Consider recognizing an outstanding teacher, new teacher, principal, professional staff leader, educational services employee, or operational services employee for the ways they support our students, staff, and FCPS initiatives. Submit a nomination using our Bonnie Brae Outstanding Employee Nomination Google Form. Thank you for helping our outstanding staff feel appreciated!
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
FCPS is Participating in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5)
Virginia Quality Birth to Five is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Visit the Virginia Quality Birth to Five website for more information.
Fall Festival is Tonight!
Join the PTO at the Fall Festival, Friday October 16, 6-8 PM. This fun event will feature games, music, and food! Don’t forget to wear your costume for the costume contest.
Judging for the costume contest will be from 6-6:15 PM. Winners will be announced at the end of the event.
Admission is free! $1 cash for the spider web crawl game.
We can’t host this event without your support. Please volunteer here. After all, you’ll already be there! This is not a drop off event, parents/guardians must be present with students. See you there!
October Bonnie Brae PTO Meeting & Family Book Fair Night!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 21, at 6:00 PM in the Bonnie Brae Cafeteria!
Come early to shop Family Night at the Book Fair in the library, then head over for snacks and our PTO meeting. We're thrilled to feature special guest Tom Dannan (Fairfax County School Board, Braddock District Representative), along with an update from Principal Birge and a discussion on fall membership strategy.
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Bonnie Brae Elementary School Cafeteria
Have a question for Tom Dannan or planning to attend? Let us know on the Bonnie Brae PTO RSVP Form!
First Parent Night Out of the Year
If you are ready for a break or your kids are ready for a night out, join Tumbles for our first Parent Night Out of the year!
Where: 10621 Braddock Rd, Ste C-09, Fairfax, VA
When: Friday, October 23, 5:30-8:30 PM
How: Register online
Sibling discounts are available and $5 from each registration will be donated to the Bonnie Brae PTO.
Charleston Wrap is Here!
Whether you're looking for the perfect gift wrap or unique holiday goodies, we've got you covered. Plus, every purchase helps our school community shine brighter!
Join the Fun:
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Register Now: Visit the Charleston Wrap website to register and enter code 16200 to start your wrapping adventure.
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Share the Love: Spread the word to friends and family using the links in your participant dashboard—let's make this our best fundraiser yet!
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Prefer to Give Directly: You can also support our school community with a direct donation using this Zeffy link.
Let’s make this a wrap-tastic success—thank you for your support and enthusiasm!
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October 29 - Fall Picture Make-Up Day
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October 29 - Literacy Night, 6-7:30 PM
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October 30 - SCA Spirit Day: Costume Day
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October 30 - End of 1st Quarter: 2-Hour Early Release, 1:15 PM
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November 2 - School Planning Day (no school for students)
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November 3 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
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November 10 - Quarter 1 Report Cards Go Home
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November 18 - PTO Meeting, 6-7 PM (Bonnie Brae Library)
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November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break (no school)
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