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We celebrated the kickoff of our House System with a school-wide House Pep Rally on Wednesday! We are proud of our Mustangs in each of our four Houses- Blazers, Broncos, Colts, and Stallions! Way to hoof it up, Mustangs!
Hello MUES Families,
Next Friday, October 30th marks the end of the 1st quarter of school. It is also a two-hour early release day with dismissal beginning at 1:30 PM. On this day, we will also celebrate our annual Storybook Character Day!
All McNair Upper students are invited to celebrate Storybook Character Day by dressing up as their favorite character from a storybook and wearing their costumes to school. All costumes must be connected to a storybook and be appropriate for the school setting. Students may wear face paint; however, masks that cover the face are not permitted. Additionally, students may not bring toys or props that resemble weapons to accompany their costumes.
We will celebrate this special day with an indoor school-wide parade so that students and staff can see each other's storybook costumes. We look forward to seeing our students’ creativity and favorite storybook characters come to life! Please keep in mind that students wearing costumes that do not meet these expectations may not be permitted to participate in the parade. Thank you for helping us make Storybook Character Day a fun, safe, and memorable experience for all of our Mustangs!
Have a nice weekend, Mustang Family!
Your Proud Principal,
Mrs. Goddin
MMGoddin@fcps.edu
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- October 29th: Fall Picture Day at McNair Upper
- October 30th: End of 1st Quarter; Dismissal is at 1:30 PM/Storybook Character Day
- November 2nd and November 3rd: School closed for students; teacher workdays
- November 4th: 2nd Quarter of School Begins!
- November 11th: MUES Celebrates Veterans Day!
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 Below are some new announcements & updates for you to read through.
 If you would like to order your Mustang's fall picture, please scan the QR code above for more information on packages available and pricing.
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, October 28.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is how we ensure we receive all the resources available to us from the federal government. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
This is a very busy time of year for AAP news! If you are interested in referring your child for Full Time AAP services, please read the information below.
AAP Informational Videos
The AAP Office has several informational videos available in English and Spanish to help families learn more about Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) services and the Full-Time AAP identification process.
Videos are available on the FCPS AAP website under Program Overview → Presentations: Learn About Advanced Academic Programs and Services.
Direct Video Links:
The deadline for Full-Time AAP referrals is Tuesday, December 15th. This deadline is firm, and there are no exceptions. To access the forms, you can click click here and scroll down to Full Time AAP Referral Form. Additionally, here is a link to a Referral Checklist that will connect you to the Referral Form, the Parent/Guardian Questionnaire and other information about optional work samples. Referral documents may be submitted in any language and in paper or electronic form.
Questions? Come see us at AART Office Hours!
Mrs. Burg and Mrs. Janofsky are happy to support families with questions about the Full-Time screening process. They have created a schedule of office hours for families who would like to connect by Zoom. Please click here to see the Office Hours schedule and find the Zoom Links.
The annual flu vaccine is the most effective way to protect your child from getting sick and to prevent the spread of illness within our classrooms. Staying up-to-date with your child's flu vaccination helps:
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Reduce School Absences: Keeping students healthy means more time spent learning and engaging with peers.
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Protect the Community: Vaccination helps shield vulnerable family members and neighbors from seasonal illness.
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Support Overall Wellness: Routine flu shots are a key component of a proactive student health plan.
Upcoming Flu Shot Events
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will be taking place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary.
 Below are some friendly reminders for you to read through.
It is that time again to recognize a staff member at McNair Upper ES. Nominations are now open for the FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for McNair Upper ES Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this form link: MUES 2026-27 Outstanding Employee Awards Nomination Form. All that is required is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work. You may nominate up to one employee per category. Outstanding Teacher Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category. Outstanding New Teacher Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category.
Outstanding Principal
Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a building principal.
Outstanding Professional Staff Leader
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a School-Based Administrator (that is not the building principal) or Schedule-B employee or Teacher Scale employee in a non-instructional position at their current location.
- Positions in this category include Assistant Principal, Associate Principal, Director of Student Services, Director of Student Activities, Resource Teacher and Special Education Department Chair and Multilingual Learners Department Chair who serves in a non-instructional role for more than 50% of their time, After-School Specialist, Assessment Coach, Athletic Trainer, Career Center Specialist, Career Experience Specialist, College and Career Specialist, Crisis Resource Teacher, Instructional Coach, School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Psychologist, Reading Specialist, Safety and Security Specialist, Social Worker, Speech Language Pathologist, School Counselor, Systems of Support Administrator, or other employee paid as a Resource Teacher who serves in a non-instructional or administrative role in the school.
Outstanding Educational Services Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A, Schedule-H, or Classroom Instructional Support (CIS) employee at their current location.
Positions in this category include Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Student Information Assistant, Finance Technician, School Finance Assistant, Student Services Assistant, Instructional Assistant, Family Liaison, and Public Health Training Assistant.
Outstanding Operational Services Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Schedule-H employee at their current location.
Positions in this category include Custodian, Building Supervisor, Food Services staff, and Safety and Security Assistant.
The deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, October 26th.
If you have questions, please contact Mr. Credle at cmcredle@fcps.edu.
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Book Fair is coming October 26th- 30th! Family Night is Thursday, October 29th from 4:30-6:00pm!
Check out our Scholastic webpage for more information including pre-ordering the new Dogman book! You can also setup an eWallet for your child, so they do not have to bring cash! Use this link to find out more:
MUES Scholastic Fall Book Fair
Here is a direct link to create an eWallet: create an ewallet
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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 five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
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.
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Hello MUES Families,
We would love your help in keeping our staff lounge and teacher planning space stocked with individually wrapped healthy snack foods, beverages, and a few sweet treats for our awesome staff as a way to keep them energized as they educate and support our Mustangs.
Please sign-up using the link below for any of the items listed and drop off any donations to the main office. The main office is open daily, Monday-Friday from 8:45 AM-3:45 PM.
Fall Snacks for MUES Staff
Thank you for your support of our amazing staff!
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Join us 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:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Register now for the annual Special Education Family Conference: Connected Communities, Thriving Students. The free conference will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School.
Hosted by FCPS in collaboration with community partners, the conference highlights the power of partnerships in supporting student success. Families, educators, and community members are invited to connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources.
The conference will feature an inspiring opening session, engaging breakout sessions, an exhibitor hall with local resources, and lunch for all participants.
Register for the conference and visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions.
 Upcoming Dates
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Sat, Nov 7 McNair Chess Tournament: Register at net/register/11114712. Early entry $40 by midnight 11/3. $45 by midnight 11/5. Onsite $50 by 8:30 am. Three sections: K-3, K-5, K-8. McNair Lower - Door 4. Questions should be addressed to mcnairchess@gmail.com.
Announcements
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*NEW* Math Kangaroo Individual Competition
- Open to all grades K-6th Graders
- We need at least 10 interested students to move forward with organizing the contest. Please complete the interest form by Oct 31: Kangaroo Math Interest Form
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American Computer Science League (ACSL)
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Lego League
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Free School-Wide Parent Directory: Join our WhatsApp Family Directory to easily find classmates, message parents, and organize carpools or playdates. It is 100% free and open to all McNair families (PTA membership not required). Join here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DpvCPUzYIhxB4EKaEnNfQB
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2026–2027 PTA Memberships & Pre-Orders: Support our students and staff by joining or renewing your PTA membership today! Options include:
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Volunteer Opportunities: We are running with a small, nimble team this year and need your help with events, welcoming new families, corporate partnerships, or flexible tasks you can do from home. Learn more here: https://mcnairespta.org/volunteer
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Questions/Ideas? Email board@mcnairespta.org or visit https://www.mcnairespta.org/home
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