What's Happening at LCES?!
- Photos of the Week
- Important Dates
- Lees Corner Fall Spirit Week 10/26-10/30
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Unity Day on Wednesday, October 21st
- Outstanding Employee Nominations
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Blizzard’s Market: We’re So Back!
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Coffee Chat with the Principal
- Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
- Help Your Child Become a Stronger Reader: Upcoming Family Learning Opportunities
- Building Bridges Tutoring Program
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Lees Corner Veterans Day Celebration - November 11th
- Chantilly High School Theatre Presents: CLUE
- PTA News
 Pictured above are some 4th grade students playing a game of "Take Off" to practice subtracting large numbers in Ms. Daly's class, some 3rd grade science students presenting their ladybug exhibit in Ms. Higgin's class, and a student who drew a self-portrait.
Pictured above are some 6th grade students having lunch bunch with Ms. Spears.
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October 21: Early Release Wednesday - School will be dismissed at 12:35pm
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October 29: Fall Picture Retakes
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October 30: End of 2nd Quarter - School will be dismissed at 1:35pm
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November 2 and 3: Teacher Workdays - No school for students
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November 11: Lees Corner Veterans Day Celebration
 SCA Presents: Lees Corner Elementary Fall Spirit Week
Dates: October 26–30
Get ready to show your school spirit! Here is the schedule for Fall Spirit Week:
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Monday – Falling for Colors: Show off the colors of fall! Wear red, orange, yellow, or brown.
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Tuesday – Sweater Weather: It’s a cozy day! Wear your favorite fall sweater or sweatshirt.
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Wednesday – Flannel Fest: Wear your favorite flannel or plaid.
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Thursday – Hibernate for the Day: Wear your pajamas and comfy clothes, and bring a small stuffie.
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Friday – Friday Night Lights: Show your team spirit! Wear your favorite sports team gear or Lees Corner Elementary spirit wear!
 October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Join us in showing your support for a bully-free school environment on Wednesday, October 21st. Let’s Stand United against bullying by wearing ORANGE on this special day. Together, we can create a kinder and more inclusive community for everyone!
Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
For more information on how Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school.
 ✨DO YOU KNOW AN AMAZING EMPLOYEE? ✨
If you have worked with an outstanding employee at Lees Corner Elementary, FCPS wants your help recognizing them. Blizzard families are invited to nominate staff members for recognition!
🏆 NOMINATIONS FOR...
- Outstanding Teacher
- Outstanding Principal
- Outstanding New Teacher
- Outstanding Professional Staff Leader
- Outstanding Educational Services Employee
- Outstanding Operational Services Employee
🗓️DEADLINE: The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 13, 2026.
SUBMISSIONS: Submissions can be made by completing this form.
🐯Thank you for supporting our outstanding Blizzard Staff!
 In partnership with the SCA, we are excited to share exciting news about the return of Blizzard’s Market! We had such great feedback from our students last year and we’re thrilled to keep it going. Blizzard’s Market is a school store with small, low-cost items for sale. Items will range from 25 cents to $2. Only quarters and dollar bills will be accepted. The first few markets will take place on the following dates from 8:35-8:50 am in the front lobby.
Friday, October 30th (4-6)
Friday, November 13th (K-3)
Friday, December 11th (4-6)
Coffee Chat with the Principal
You are invited to attend a Coffee Chat with Principal Sloan on Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 9:15 to 10am in the cafeteria. The chat will cover resources and supports services. Come meet new parents and existing.
Café con el Director
Está invitado a asistir a un Café con el Director Sloan el jueves 29 de octubre de 2026 de 9:15 a 10:00 a. m. en la cafetería. En la charla se hablará sobre recursos y servicios de apoyo. Ven a conocer a padres nuevos y actuales.
The Office of the Chief of Facilities Services and Capital Programs is seeking input from community members, families, and employees about school facility needs and how FCPS prioritizes facility improvements.
Whether you work in an FCPS school, have a child enrolled, or live near an FCPS school, please share your perspective. The survey asks about building conditions, how facilities affect teaching and learning, renovation priorities, and what information would help you better understand this process.
Look for the survey in your email on Friday, October 16. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. The survey will remain open until Saturday, October 31.
Did You Know? Bond Referendums Fund Facility Renovations
FCPS does not pay for facility renovations out of its general operating budget. Instead, Fairfax County voters decide on how much money FCPS can spend on capital improvement projects through bond referendums. Bonds are issued by the county to the school division and allow FCPS to renovate buildings without increasing taxes.
Learn more about bond referendums and how they support our schools on the Bond Referendum webpage.
Want to better understand how your child learns to read and how you can support them at home? FCPS is offering several free virtual sessions to help families learn about reading instruction, literacy resources, and strategies to build strong reading skills. Explore the opportunities below and register for the sessions that interest you.
Lexia Family Information Sessions
Want to learn more about Lexia® Core5 and Lexia® PowerUp? These virtual sessions share how FCPS is using both programs in classrooms across the division this school year to support students’ literacy growth and give families a chance to ask questions.
Every one-hour session covers the same content. Choose the option that works best for your family:
- Wednesday, October 21, at 5 and 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 4, at 6:30 p.m.
Join a Lexia Family Information Night Session.
Literacy Webinar Series
Join us for a series of family-friendly webinars designed to help you understand reading assessments, reading plans, and ways to support your child at home. Learn what assessment results mean, how reading plans guide instruction, and practical strategies to strengthen decoding, language, comprehension, and literacy skills, including support for multilingual learners.
- October 20, 2026: Understanding Reading Assessments and Your Child
- December 15, 2026: What Is a Reading Plan?
- February 19, 2027: How Do I Support My Child With a Reading Plan at Home?
- May 14, 2027: Continuing Reading Success Through the Summer
Register for the Literacy Webinar Series.
Introduction to Dyslexia Webinar – What Is It and What Does It Mean for My Student?Participants will look at the definition of dyslexia and its impact on students including the different types of dyslexia and what support students with dyslexia require. Participants will also leave with activities and tips to support their students at home.Join us on Friday, October 23, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Register for the Introduction to Dyslexia webinar.
 Chantilly High School has started a new tutoring program called Building Bridges. Now students in grades 3-6 can come after school on Fridays to receive homework help and ask questions. See this link for more information and to sign up.
Lees Corner Elementary School would like to invite our community’s military family members for breakfast, a performance from our chorus, and an opportunity to speak with students and share their experiences on the morning of Wednesday, November 11th, in celebration of Veterans Day.
We are very thankful for all the military family members in our school community, and we want our students and staff to have an opportunity to make connections with you. We would like to invite all the active duty, reserve, and retired members of our Armed Forces in the Lees Corner community to join us on this important day.
On November 11th, at 9:15am, we invite veterans to join our celebration! We will also be having a breakfast reception followed by a possible visit to a classroom to share a little bit about themselves and their service to our country.
RSVP: If you, or one of your family members, are an active duty, reserve, or retired member of our Armed Forces and are interested in joining us on Wednesday, November 11th at 9:15am please RSVP here by Friday, October 16th.
 The game is officially ON! Chantilly High School Theatre is thrilled to present CLUE — a madcap murder mystery packed with hilarious characters, unexpected twists, suspicious behavior, and enough secrets to keep you guessing until the very end!
It’s a dark and stormy night at Boddy Manor. Six colorful guests. One very dead host. A collection of questionable weapons. And EVERYONE has something to hide.
Will it be Miss Scarlet with the rope?
Professor Plum with the candlestick?
Colonel Mustard with the wrench?
There’s only one way to find out! Performances will be:
Thursday, October 22 at 7 PM
Friday, October 23 at 7 PM
Saturday, October 24 at 7 PM
Sunday, October 25 at 2 PM
Gather your favorite detectives, bring your best theories, and get ready for a night of mystery, mayhem, and LOTS of laughs! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit chantillydrama.org.
Staff Treat Support Needed!
We are hosting a Gourmet Caramel & Candy Apple Bar for teachers and staff on October 30. You can help show our appreciation by signing up to donate fresh apples, delicious toppings, or supplies on our Amazon Gift List sign-up for supplies or Sign-up Genius to donate apples or volunteer.
Hallowingo Volunteers Needed!
We need extra hands to make Hallowingo a success! Parents and high school students in need of service hours can lend a hand with setup, activities, and cleanup by signing up on our Hallowingo Volunteer Sign-Up here.
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