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Dear Lynbrook Families,
We hope you had a wonderful time at PTO Movie Night! Thank you to our amazing PTO for organizing such a fun evening for our school community. We hope you enjoyed the movie, the delicious food, and time together with friends and families.
A few reminders for next week:
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Monday, October 12: No school for students due to a staff development day.
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Tuesday, October 13: Picture Day.
As you enjoy the long weekend, please continue encouraging your child to read every day. Even a few minutes of reading together can help build strong skills and a lifelong love of books.
Thank you for your continued support of Lynbrook. Have a wonderful weekend
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.
Spanish:Conversaciones Comunitarias Directamente con la Dra. ReidAcompáñenos en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la división escolar. Estas reuniones están abiertas a todos, incluyendo familias, estudiantes, y miembros de la comunidad. Puede asistir al evento que le resulte más conveniente, aunque no se lleve a cabo en su escuela o comunidad. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir sus opiniones, conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid y hacerle preguntas sobre temas importantes para nuestra comunidad de FCPS.
No es necesario inscribirse, pero hacerlo nos ayuda con la planificación.
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.
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FCPS participa en Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5)
Virginia Quality Birth to 5 es el sistema de Virginia para medir y apoyar la calidad de los programas de educación para la primera infancia, con el objetivo de que los niños lleguen al kindergarten preparados para aprender. VQB5 se basa en los estándares de salud y seguridad y también mide la calidad de las interacciones entre maestros y estudiantes, así como el uso del currículo. Para obtener más información, consulte el folleto VQB5 para Familias en inglés o español.
Survey Extended! Share Your Feedback on Traveling to and From School
The FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are asking families to share their experiences traveling to and from their child’s school. The feedback will help inform the Fairfax County School Board’s annual assessment of traffic and pedestrian safety near schools.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss-and-ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns. Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security.
The survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open through Tuesday, October 20.
Please note that parents may now submit more than one response to provide feedback regarding different schools. Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue SurveyThe 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.
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Comparta su opinión sobre las escuelas y edificios en la lista de renovación
La Oficina del Director de Servicios de Instalaciones y Programas de Capital solicita la opinión de miembros de la comunidad, familias y empleados sobre las necesidades de las instalaciones escolares y la manera en que FCPS establece prioridades para las mejoras de sus edificios.
Ya sea que trabaje en una escuela de FCPS, tenga un estudiante inscrito o viva cerca de una escuela de FCPS, le invitamos a compartir su perspectiva. La encuesta incluye preguntas sobre las condiciones de los edificios, cómo las instalaciones afectan la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, las prioridades de renovación y qué información le ayudaría a comprender mejor este proceso.
Busque la encuesta en su correo electrónico el viernes, 16 de octubre. Completarla toma aproximadamente 15 minutos. La participación es voluntaria y todas las respuestas se mantendrán confidenciales. La encuesta estará disponible hasta el sábado, 31 de octubre.
¿Sabía que los referéndums de bonos financian las renovaciones de instalaciones?
FCPS no paga las renovaciones de sus instalaciones con su presupuesto general de funcionamiento. En cambio, los votantes del condado de Fairfax deciden cuánto dinero puede usar FCPS para proyectos de mejoras importantes mediante referendos sobre bonos. El condado emite estos bonos para la división escolar, lo que permite que FCPS renueve sus instalaciones sin aumentar los impuestos. Conozca más sobre los referéndums de bonos y cómo apoyan a nuestras escuelas en la página sobre el Referéndum de Bonos.
Annual Special Education Family Conference: We Need You!
Register now to attend the annual Special Education Family Conference, Connected Communities, Thriving Students, on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School.
Educators, families, and community members are invited to this in-person event at no cost. Participants can connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Register to attend the conference.
Volunteers Are Needed to Make This Event a Success!
Find out how to volunteer:
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS.
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Student Volunteers: Sign up through the Student Volunteer Interest Form. Students will receive service hours for their time.
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Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Service hours will be awarded to students serving in these roles.
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Spanish:Conferencia Anual de Educación Especial para Familias: ¡Únanse a nosotros!
Inscríbase ahora para asistir a la Conferencia Anual de Educación Especial para Familias, Comunidades conectadas, estudiantes que prosperan, el sábado, 14 de noviembre, de 8:30 a.m. a 3 p.m., en Hayfield Secondary School.
Educadores, familias y miembros de la comunidad están invitados a este evento presencial y gratuito. Los participantes podrán conectarse, aprender y conocer los servicios, apoyos y recursos de educación especial disponibles. Se ofrecerá almuerzo a todos los participantes. Inscríbase para asistir a la conferencia.
¡Necesitamos voluntarios para que este evento sea un éxito!
Conozca cómo puede participar como voluntario:
- Voluntarios adultos: Inscríbase a través de Volunteer FCPS.
- Estudiantes voluntarios: Inscríbase utilizando el Formulario de Interés para Estudiantes Voluntarios. Los estudiantes recibirán horas de servicio por su participación.
- Oportunidades para presentaciones estudiantiles: Los estudiantes pueden completar el Formulario de Participación Estudiantil para realizar una presentación o compartir información sobre un club o proyecto de investigación. Los estudiantes que participen en estas actividades recibirán horas de servicio.
Visite la página de la Conferencia de Educación Especial para Familias para obtener más información. Envíe sus preguntas a SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Help Your Child Become a Stronger Reader: Upcoming Family Learning Opportunities
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 SeriesJoin 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.
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