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Message from Mr. Morris
We have so much to celebrate at Stratford Landing these past few weeks. We recently held our Get 2 Green celebration assembly with students. For the third consecutive school year, Stratford Landing earned our Eco Green Flag. This is an accomplishment that only about 150 schools across our nation have earned. This is a testament to our student leaders and the adults that support their work and nurture their passion. Visit this link to learn more about this work and our school’s accomplishment.
This week we had a lovely Veteran’s Day Ceremony, and I so appreciate all the families and guest speakers that were present. My favorite part of this tradition is seeing the pride from our students towards their family members that serve. One student proudly wore her “Coastie” sweatshirt and her enormous smile as stood by her family for the Coast Guard photo made my morning. Special thanks to members of our PTA and our military-connected families for organizing this special tradition.
Another thanks to share out for our PTA (and donations from our families) for a special visit from Mr. Stuart Gibbs, author of the Spy School book series. Students experienced a bit of fame and red carpet buzz welcoming, “a real life author” to our school this week. One student shared with me ahead of the visit, “Mr. Morris! Is he really coming here!? Have you read the books!? They are so good. I can’t wait.”
Sometimes we forget that these kinds of moments make the elementary school experience memorable and meaningful and I am so thankful for those adults that put the time, energy and effort into these special experiences. Thank you.
Kevin Morris, Principal
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November 19 - "Uniquely You" Day
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November 19 - Family Engagement Day!
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November 19 - FLE Preview Night | Virtual | 5:00 p.m.
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November 20 - Thanksgiving Luncheon (Details Below)
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November 25 - 27 Thanksgiving Break (No School)
Schools and offices will be closed November 25 to 27. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 30. See the complete school year calendar.
Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.
Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Students in grades K-6 participate in Family Life Education (FLE) instruction through their classroom teacher. Students in Kindergarten through grade 3 receive instruction in an emotional and social health unit. Students in grades 4-6 receive instruction in a human growth and development unit and an emotional and social health unit. For more information about the FCPS Family Life Education program, please see the detailed grade-level program descriptions at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/elementary-family-life-education-fle.
In addition, grade level-specific curriculum lessons are available for review in multiple locations.
- Online in Schoology - includes lessons and media titles that FCPS has streaming rights for. Any additional media or book titles that are not streamed are available at your child's school library.
- Parents/guardians login to Schoology using the same username and password as their Student Information System (SIS) Parent account.
- Your child's school. Please contact the school to schedule a time to review lessons and/or media.
- City of Fairfax Regional Library - lessons only. Media is not available.
You are invited to attend an evening opportunity to preview the Family Life Education media and lessons and to talk with school staff about the program. The meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 5 PM. https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/93544368418?pwd=QQdXCjbXSIJHx8gkviNIMlocm45yte.1 All program materials and media for all grade levels will be available for your review at this time.
Parents/guardians who do not wish to have their child participate in FLE instruction may choose to opt their child out of any or all of the lessons. If you would like to opt your child out of one or more lessons, please complete the opt-out form available in Parent Digital Consent (PDC) at https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent/directions. If you are unable to access PDC, a paper opt-out form may be requested from the main office. Opt-out for students accessing the modified FLE curriculum is only available by using a paper form that will be provided to you or may be accessed online at https://www.fcps.edu/academies/curriculum/subject-area/family-life-education-fle/fle-opt-out-request-forms. Should you opt your child out and then later decide you want your child included in FLE instruction, you must notify your child's school principal in writing before instruction begins.
An alternative non-FLE health instructional program is provided for children who do not take part in FLE instruction, and every effort is made to foster understanding and respect for family choices and to avoid peer pressure for or against participation in the program.
Instruction of the instructional units occurs at various times during the school year. Please contact your child's teacher for specific dates of FLE instruction. We look forward to working as your partner in providing information that will help your child make healthy choices related to the exciting changes and new challenges he/she will be facing in the next few years.
Sincerely,
Kevin Morris, Principal
The Landing's Library Needs Volunteers! Sign up for shifts now.
Volunteering at Stratford Landing Elementary
We encourage all our parents and community members interested in supporting our students by volunteering at school to visit Volunteer FCPS, click “Learn More,” and then “Sign Up.” After you create a profile, you will view an orientation video and complete a volunteer application. Questions can be directed to Marily Grotz, Family Liaison, at mgrotz@fcps.edu.
Celebrate what makes you Uniquely You Thursday, November 19!
On Uniquely You Day, students are invited to dress in a way that represents their individuality, culture, hobbies, and interestes!
 Join your student Friday, November 20th for a Thanksgiving lunch!
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Guest Meal Price: $5.50 Adults | $3.75 Students (Cash only on event day — exact change requested).
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Outside Food: No outside food is permitted.
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Student Attendance: Students must eat with their grade level. We will not be permitting students to leave class to join their siblings for lunch.
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Arrival: Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before your child’s scheduled
lunch time to allow time for parking and purchasing your meal.
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Payment Location: Guest cash payment will be collected upon entry into the building, rather than inside the cafeteria this year.
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Additional Questions: Contact administration at SLESprincipals@fcps.edu.
Fairfax Country Public School Family Resource Center offers webinars, consultations, a lending library, open house events, and guides to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Office hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. We encourage families and staff to make an appointment for consultations, especially when requiring an interpreter.
Call: 703-204-3941
Text: 571-496-8210
Email: frc@fcps.edu
Visit: Pimmit Hills Center, 7510 Lisle Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22043
Recommended Books – the titles below can be checked out of the Family Resource Center. Families may request the FRC to have books delivered to school for easy pick up.
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Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents by Robert Wilson
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Never Enough: When achievement culture becomes toxic and what we can do about it by Jennifer Beheny Wallace
FCPS Family Resource Center Workshops – Register even if you are unavailable for the time of webinar and a recording will be emailed to you afterward.
Beyond the Behavior: Brain-First Strategies for Challenging Moments
Date: Monday, December 7, 2026 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Children and youth impacted by trauma, disabilities, and mental health challenges may struggle with behaviors that are misinterpreted as defiance rather than signs of neurological overwhelm. This session helps families, educators and other professionals reframe behaviors such as explosive meltdowns, shutdowns, aggression, property destruction, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts as distress signals—not choices. Participants will learn why traditional advice (consequences, lectures, reward systems) may backfire and how compassion-based, brain-aligned strategies create safety and connection.
Participants will better understand and accommodate the child’s core need for ‘brain first’ regulation. Practical tools, sample scripts, and real-world examples will be provided.
Register here
The Perfectionism Trap: Helping Your Twice-exceptional Child Overcome Masking, Anxiety and Burnout?
Date: Friday, December 18, 2026 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Learn to recognize signs of stress and burnout in twice exceptional (2e) learners and discover practical strategies to build resilience, confidence, and healthy achievement.
Register here
Camp Fairfax provides fun, safe and educational care for children in kindergarten to sixth grade during Fairfax County Public Schools winter, spring and summer breaks.
The Camp Fairfax Winter Program will be held throughout the county at consolidated school based sites and at community centers during the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Winter Break
Employment is not required for program eligibility.
The HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) team will provide a virtual information session on Friday, November 20 from 2pm-3pm. Families with 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds who may be interested in registering for HIPPY this school year are invited to join the session. Information will be shared in English and Spanish.
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/hdh-imfq-xdq
Thank you to Nina Berkowitz Homes for being a Signature SLES Sponsor and thank you to McAlister’s Deli for being a Diamond SLES Sponsor this year! We have so many amazing sponsors this year! The following businesses have donated to the Stratford Landing ES PTA in support of our students and the SLES staff:
Nina Berkowitz Homes, McAlister’s Deli, Ted’s Bulletin,
Tremolo Security, Five Guys, Belle Haven Family Dentistry,
Hughes Ortho, Encore Boutique, Renée C. Gage Photography,
MVP Chess, Taekwondo Masters, The Laboratory Salon, Fed Upward, Trident Swim and Triathlon, Master Roofing, Tracy Vitali with Coldwell Banker, The Little Well, Passport Auto, Alexandria Children’s Theatre, Happy Place, Wegmans, Continues Arcade, Hooray Art, STEM exCEL, Hollin Hall Pastry Shop, and The Cut.
Mt Vernon Community Children's Theatre production of Elf the Musical. November 14-22 at Bryant High School. Order tickets here!
West Potomac High School National Art Honor Society fundraising with a special letter from Santa or Frosty mailed to your child on December 14th.
Letters order by 11/20 are $15.
Letter ordered after 11/20 will be $20 each.
Last chance to BUY is December 4th!
Follow FCPS Military Families on Social Media
Stay up-to-date on all of our latest events, workshops, and resources to support our FCPS military families by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
For more information on FCPS military resources, please email militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
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