The Sunshine Scoop

Dear Louise Archer Families,

It was a short but exciting week at Louise Archer! Thank you to everyone who made time to attend a parent-teacher conference. These conversations help strengthen the partnership between home and school, and we’re grateful for your time and support.

A special thank-you to our PTA for organizing last Friday’s Cultural Arts assembly. Students had the opportunity to watch and learn about Kuchipudi, a classical Indian dance form, and its three fundamental elements: rhythm and footwork, hand gestures, and facial expressions. We’re also grateful for the PTA’s contribution toward a new mural in our staff lounge that reflects our school’s new vision.

We hope to see you at the Sock Hop tonight at 6:00 p.m.! Admission is free, and food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Liz Noto, Principal
Tory Swanson, Assistant Principal

A group of students posed with our Cultural Arts performers after their performance on Friday, October 30. Students learned about storytelling through dance in this interactive and highly entertaining assembly.

Our new mural in the staff lounge has been installed. We are so thankful to our PTA for contributing to this new artwork. We now have a regular reminder of our ultimate vision for Louise Archer Elementary School.

Parent Coffee on November 11

Mark your calendars for our upcoming Parent Coffee on November 11th in the LAES Library! We’re offering two convenient session times to fit your schedule: Morning Session: 9:30 AM (includes our PTA Meeting) Evening Session: 5:30 PM Both sessions will offer in-person and virtual options, so you can join us wherever you are. Our Zoom link is: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/99719709094 Meeting ID: 997 1970 9094. Dial by your location: +1 309 205 3325 US

Louise Archer Sock Hop

Tonight's the night! It's Sock Hop time!! Let's put on our dancing shoes and help Louise Archer have a successful event on Friday, November 6th from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the LAES cafeteria & gym. We will have food in the Cafeteria and a DJ in the Gym. 6th graders will hop the tables to help raise funds for their 6th grade celebration. Admission is free; tickets for food and drinks will be available for purchase. Kids and adults are welcome to dress in optional 1950s attire.

Pyramid Coffee: Big Feelings, Bigger Support

Navigating Childhood Anxiety Join Madison Pyramid elementary counselors and social workers for a practical session on understanding childhood anxiety and supporting emotional regulation at home. When: Friday, November 13th, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Where: Flint Hill Elementary (2444 Flint Hill Rd, Vienna) or via Zoom RSVP: Email Mrs. Akpinar- bdakpinar@fcps.edu by November 11th All participants will receive a 1-page takeaway guide with actionable strategies to use right away.

Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Preview Night

Parents and guardians are invited to join a virtual Q&A session regarding Family Life Education media and lessons. For more information about the FCPS Family Life Education program, please see the detailed grade-level program descriptions at FCPS Family Life Education program You can also view all Family Life Education (FLE) media and instructional materials online in Schoology before joining us for this session. The meeting will be held on Thursday, November 19th at 5:00 pm. Meeting Link

Announcements

Student Picture Retake Day: Friday, 11/13 Did your student miss picture day, or would you like a do-over? Picture retakes will be held on Friday, November 13th. This session is open to: Any student who was absent on the original picture day. Any student who needs their original photo retaken. Important Note for Retakes: Lifetouch requests that students bring their complete original photo package to school on retake day, along with a brief note explaining what you would like improved so the photographer can get it just right.

In Case You Missed It: 

• Do you have questions about AAP services, screening, and/or the referral process? Families are invited to attend virtual office hours with  Tera Crenshaw, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) on Tuesday, November 10 at 5:30PM via this Zoom link. The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for Full-Time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 
• FCPS Calendar Change: There will be school on Monday, March 8th, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place. Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff. Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place. 

• Join the PTA! Memberships are good for one school year. Go to:  https://louisearcherpta.givebacks.com/shop

Upcoming Calendar Dates

November 11: Parent Coffee (9:30a with PTA Meeting, or 5:30p). Virtual and in-person options will be available for both meetings. More details to come.

November 13: Picture Retake Day 

November 13: PTA Skate Night 7:30pm

November 18: 3-hour Early Release Day

November 19: FLE Parent Preview Virtual Q&A 5:00pm Meeting Link

November 25-27: Thanksgiving Holiday

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