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Digital Citizenship Week: October 19–23
Join us in celebrating Digital Citizenship Week from October 19 to October 23! We are empowering our students to be safe, smart, and kind digital citizens. We encourage families to partner with us at home using the resources and fun daily dress-up themes below!
Storybook Character Parade
Storybook Character Parade
Come One, Come All to our Annual Storybook Character Parade!!
Who: All students in grades 4-6
What: You are invited to celebrate with our ECCB/ PAC and K-3 students!
When: Friday, October 30 @ 9:15
Where: Outside Bus Loop (good weather); in the halls on the first floor/gym (inclement weather).
Students should dress as their favorite storybook character and carry the book that represents their character.
- Do not send students to school with objects that could be considered a weapon.
- Be mindful not to send your child to school in a scary costume.
Request for Parent Volunteers for Vision and Hearing Screenings
Parent Volunteers would be appreciated to assist with Vision and Hearing Screenings for all 3rd Grade students on October 26, 27, 28, and 29 (Mon.-Thurs. mornings), 9 am - 11 am. If you can assist with the screenings, please sign up here for 3rd Grade. Bring your ID on your volunteer day. No experience is needed. Same day training will be provided. Questions? Contact Amy Friedman, School Health Aide, at afriedman@fcps.edu or 703-690-5110. Thank you.
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join the FCPS Superintendent, Dr. Michelle Reid, for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Wednesday, September 16, 6:45 p.m., at McNair Elementary School
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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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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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
🦃 SAVE THE DATE! Our Thanksgiving Luncheon Is Coming!
🍂 Gobble up the excitement — it’s almost time to celebrate the season of gratitude!
We’re getting ready for our upcoming Thanksgiving Luncheon, and we’re looking forward to bringing everyone together for a wonderful celebration filled with fellowship, gratitude, and holiday cheer!
❤️ Volunteers Needed!
It takes a team to make this special event a success, and we need approximately 40 volunteers to help make the magic happen! Whether it’s helping with hosting, or serving, your time and enthusiasm will make a difference.
📣 Stay Tuned! We’ll be sharing more information on how to sign up for volunteer opportunities in the coming week.
For now, mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to be part of something special!
Together, we can make this Thanksgiving Luncheon a memorable celebration! 🧡
Mark Your Calendar
October is…
National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15)
Disability History and Awareness Month
National Bullying Prevention Month
National School Principals Month
- 19-23 - Digital Citizenship Week
- 19-23 - National School Bus Safety Week
Oct. 30 and Nov. 2-3 - Quarter End Early Release / School Planning Day / Teacher Workday
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