Seahawks Weekly News 10/23/26

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 10/23/2026 04:30 PM EDT

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Family

A huge thank you to our W.A.T.C.H D.O.G.S. volunteer, Mr. Amare for spending the day with us! From encouraging students in the classrooms to assisting during lunch and recess, your presence brought so much energy and security to our halls. We truly appreciate your time, high-fives, and dedication to our school family.

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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 AM 

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.
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Veterans Day Program Information

Dear Families,

We are looking forward to our 5th Annual Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. This is our way of showing our appreciation to our active duty and veteran soldiers. Our program will also be streamed via Silverbrook’s Facebook page for your convenience.

As we prepare for this special day, we ask that our students wear the following colors based on their grade level:

  • Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades wear red top and jeans or comfortable bottoms.
  • 3rd and 4th grades wear white top and jeans or comfortable bottoms.
  • 5th and 6th grades wear blue top and jeans or comfortable bottoms.
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SCA Spirit Week - October 26-30

Next week is our SCA Spirit Week leading up to our Storybook Character Parade

  • Monday: Cozy Day - Break out your comfiest outfit
  • Tuesday: Hat Day - Rock your favorite hat
  • Wednesday: Orange Out! Day - Wear orange to celebrate Fall and show we are united against bullying
  • Thursday: Purple or Pink Day - Wear purple for Principal Appreciation Month or Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or both!

Friday:

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Silverbrook ES Thanksgiving Luncheon

Friday, November 20, 2026

 

We hope you can join us for our Thanksgiving Luncheon which will be held Friday, November 20th.  You will purchase your lunch in the cafeteria. Adult and non-student lunches are $5.50 each.  Cash (exact change please) and checks are accepted. Make checks payable to Silverbrook Food Services.  We ask you to have your payment ready prior to entering the cafeteria. This will help the lines to move quickly and efficiently.  NO Credit Cards will be accepted and outside food from restaurants is prohibited!

 

Please RSVP using the link below by 11/13/26.

 

RSVP LINK

 

Volunteer Opportunities

We will need approximately 40 volunteers to help make this event a success!

Please use the volunteer opportunity link to sign up for an hour shift before or after your student’s lunch time. Feel free to sign up for more than one shift!

https://volunteer.fcps.edu/custom/501/opp_details/4575

 

Please note - the classroom lunchtimes and tables for this day are altered to accommodate the large number of guests we are anticipating.

Please be sure to view the lunch schedule and find the correct lunchtime and table for your student. 

 

We look forward to seeing you here on the 20th!

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Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

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. We 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 important. This year, FCPS expects to receive approximately $4 million in Impact Aid funding. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers. For more information, visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page or contact Lidia Garcia. 

Please complete by Monday, December 14.

Annual Special Education Family Conference: Breakout Session Information Available

Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, taking place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.

 

More than 20 engaging breakout sessions have been designed to support, inform, and inspire our community. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to explore the lineup of presenters, titles, and session descriptions. Complete the Special Education Family Conference Registration Form to secure your spot and let us know about any childcare, language interpretation, or accommodation needs.

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:

Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.

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 - National School Bus Safety Week

Oct. 30 and Nov. 2-3 - Quarter End Early Release / School Planning Day / Teacher Workday