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In this Issue
🛜Digital Citizenship Week
💙Principal Appreciation Month
🥳Outstanding Staff Nominations
⚽Field Day
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🗓️Mark Your Calendars
Mon, 10/19-Fri,10/23: Digital Citizenship Week. See below for details!
Fri, 10/23: Field Day! Info and volunteer sign ups below
Wed, 10/28: Parent Coffee 9:30-10:30 am, Sangster Library
Wed, 10/28: 6th Grade Panoramic Photo, 10:30 am
Fri, 10/30: Book Character Day
Fri, 10/30: 2-hour Early Release (1:55 pm for ALL; End of quarter)
Fri, 10/30: Nominations for Outstanding Sangster Staff Due
Mon & Tues, 11/2 & 11/3: No School
Tues, 11/10: Fall Picture Make Up Day. Details to come
Wed, 11/11: Veteran's Day Program at Sangster. Details to come!
 💻Learning with Tech
5th grade students got hands-on with microbit technology, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to build block-based programs.
From debugging code to seeing their programs light up in real-time on small microcontroller boards, their curiosity and teamwork were on full display!
🛜Digital Citizenship Week
October 19-23, Sangster is celebrating Digital Citizenship Week!
During our Morning News Show (WHSE - What's Happening Sangster Elementary), we are exploring five key themes to help students navigate technology thoughtfully, safely, and responsibly.
Monday - Think Critically: Pause to ask questions about online information and media.
Tuesday - Protect Yourself: Keep personal information private and make safe digital choices.
Wednesday - Digital Trails: Understand that online choices create a lasting digital trail.
Thursday - Connect: Build positive online and offline relationships through empathy and respect.
Friday - Balance: Find a healthy balance between technology and daily life.
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💙Share the Love
October is National School Principals Month to honor school leaders for their dedication to students, staff, and communities.
Principal Jankovich works hard to make Sangster Elementary the best it can be!
If you would like to share a token of appreciation, use this form.
We will make sure Ms. Jankovich sees the love!
Thank you!
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🥳Who is Outstanding?
Do you know an exceptional staff member at Sangster?
Help us to recognize their efforts and accomplishments by nominating them for an Outstanding Employee Award.
To submit a nomination for an Outstanding Employee at Sangster, please complete the Google nomination form by clicking the blue box above. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees. Please only nominate one employee per category.
Sangster Award Nominations close the evening of 10/30.
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🔎Search This Week
Lost & Found items will be outside door #1 all this week. Come check for missing items, and encourage your children to check during the school day.
To help missing items find their way home:
- Label student name on all items
- Regularly check the Lost & Found, normally located under Stairwell 6. Buzz in the front door and ask the office to show you the way!
⚽Field Day
Field Day 2026 is on this Friday, Oct. 23!
Volunteer opportunities are separated by grade level. All volunteers must register with FCPS before volunteering at Volunteer FCPS
K-3rd
3rd grade 9:20 – 10:20 (check in 9 am)
2nd grade 10:20 – 11:20 (check in 10 am)
Kindergarten and 1st grade 11:20 – 12:20 (check in 11 am)
Click here to support K – 3rd grades.
4th-6th
6th grade 12:50 – 1:50 (check in 12:30 pm)
4th grade 1:50 – 2:50 (check in 1:30 pm)
5th grade 2:50 - 3:50 (check in 2:30 pm)
Click here to support 4th – 6th grades.
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🧑🚀🦸Book Character Day!
 Book Character Day is Friday, Oct. 30. Students are encouraged to bring a book that includes the character they are representing.
Guidelines
- Characters must be age-appropriate.
- Costumes may not involve blood or other horror-type elements.
- No weapons of any kind or masks that cover the entire face.
- Costumes must allow students to take care of personal needs, sit at desks, and participate in school and classroom activities throughout the day, including appropriate shoes for PE/recess!
💻Learn About Lexia
Virtual family information nights about Lexia are happening 10/21 and 11/4. See this flyer for more information.
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☕Sangster Parent Coffee
All Sangster parents are invited to join us for Parent Coffee on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 9:30–10:30 a.m. in the Sangster Library.
Whether you’re new to Sangster, part of a military family, or a longtime parent looking to connect us and other parents, we’d love to welcome you.
For more information, contact Family Liaison Stacy Huisman at dshuisman@fcps.edu.
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📣Irving Middle School: Full-Time AAP Services Information Night
Irving staff will provide a program on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 6-7pm in Barker Hall at Irving to talk about the Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) they offer for students who have qualified for Full-Time AAP services as they differ from what students experience in elementary schools.
- Irving staff will discuss the classes offered for students who have qualified for Full-Time AAP services and the process to apply should families want their child to participate in these classes.
- The FCPS AAP website also provides information about the various levels and the process to apply.
- If you have any questions about this program or the classes for AAP Full-Time students at Irving, please contact Irving’s Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Katie Richter kerichter@fcps.edu. Please include “Irving AAP Full-Time question” in your email’s subject line.
- If you would like access to a translator for this event, please also communicate that need to Katie Richter at kerichter@fcps.edu.
💙Dates to Know
Click the PTA Falcons to get the latest happenings on the PTA Web site.
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🎉Community
Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
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. 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.
💬Superintendent Community Conversations
Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions.
🎈Upcoming Events
Sibshops and SibTeens
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School, Fairfax
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Sibshops is a community-building program for children in grades 2–5 who have a sibling with a disability. Participants can play games, enjoy art activities, and connect with other children. Register here
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SibTeens is a community-building group for students in grades 6–8 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have a sibling with support needs. Through recreational and art-based activities and discussion, students can share about their lives and support one another. Register here
Annual Special Education Family Conference
Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
Families, educators, and community members are invited to this no-cost, in-person event to connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources. Lunch will be provided for all participants.
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions.
🍎Attendance
Report absences online through ParentVue or by email or by calling 703-644-8282. Visit our attendance page for more information!
⏰School Hours, Late Arrival Policy, Early Pick Up
- School hours are 9:10 a.m. to 3:55 p.m.
- Students who arrive after 9:10 a.m. must be walked into the main office and signed in by an adult.
- If you need to pick your student up early, come to the office with your ID, and we will call your student down.
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Early pick up cut-off time is 3:30 pm.
- Whenever possible, keep your child’s transportation method the same each day.
⏰3-Hour Early Release Wednesdays (Dismissal at 12:55 pm)
November 18, January 13, April 7
⏰2-Hour Early Release Days for End of Quarter (ALL students dismissed at 1:55 pm)
Friday, October 30; Thursday, January 28; Friday, April 16
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