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Bonnie Brae ES PTO: Movie Night Volunteers & Fundraiser

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Movie Night TONIGHT and VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Our first big event of the year is coming up on Friday, September 20th! Concessions open at 6:30PM and the movie will start at 7PM. But we need AMAZING VOLUNTEERS like YOU to help make it happen! Let's keep the popcorn and candy flowing and the lines moving quickly, as many hands make light work. Volunteer to help make this a magical evening for our Scotties: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-51039588-movie

Blackbelt Academy Fundraiser REGISTER NOW!

When: Saturday, September 21st from 6-9PM

Where: Blackbelt Academy: 10635 Braddock Road, Fairfax

Cost: $40 per child

Registration online NOW! https://www.sportkarateusa.com/bba

Bonnie Brae ES PTO: PTO Meeting Tonight

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PTO Meeting Tonight!

Join us tonight for our first PTO meeting of the school year at Bonnie Brae. Hear about what's going on at the school, upcoming PTO events and activities, and find ways to get involved with our awesome Scottie community!

When: Tonight, Wednesday, Sept 18th from 6-7PM

Where: BBES Cafeteria

Who: ALL are welcome

Click here for a virtual streaming option: https://meet.google.com/ctt-ydhv-inx

Bonnie Brae ES PTO: PTO Meeting, Movie Night, Fundraisers, & Spiritwear

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Charleston Wrap Fundraiser - NOW LIVE!!!

Our Charleston Wrap fundraiser kicks off TODAY! Our fundraising goal is $10,000. With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone on your holiday gift list which means your support can really help us reach our goal! Be sure to REGISTER online today at www.registercw.com using Organization ID# 16200, and START SHARING our fundraiser with your family & friends! Once you register, TEXT, email and share our fundraiser on social media. Sharing is caring!

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PTO Meeting In-Person TOMORROW!

Join us TOMORROW for our first PTO meeting of the school year at Bonnie Brae. Hear about what's going on at the school, upcoming PTO events and activities, and find ways to get involved with our awesome Scottie community!

When: Wednesday, Sept 18th from 6-7PM

Where: BBES Cafeteria

Who: ALL are welcome

Click here for a virtual streaming option: https://meet.google.com/ctt-ydhv-inx

Blackbelt Academy Fundraiser REGISTER NOW!

When: Saturday, September 21st from 6-9PM

Where: Blackbelt Academy: 10635 Braddock Road, Fairfax

Cost: $40 per child

Registration online NOW! https://www.sportkarateusa.com/bba

Spiritwear Portal - CLOSES 9/18!

Get ready to show your Scottie pride! Our Spiritwear Committee has been hard at work on awesome designs for our ONLINE PORTAL! Summer isn't over yet, so check out the FUN TIE DYE designs! The portal will only be open until September 18th, so grab yours NOW before it's gone!!!

Visit the portal at: https://abbacustom.com/bonniebraees/shop/home

Movie Night VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Bonnie Brae ES: Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

We need your help! If you have not yet filled out this survey for our 3-hour early release on September 23 (or if you filled it out and selected you were unsure of your plans), please do so as soon as possible. We expect students to follow their regular routes home. During the afternoon of September 23 our instructional staff will be involved in professional development and it is critical that we have an accurate count of students that require supervision due to childcare hardship so that we can plan accordingly. Thank you for completing the form!

We have had another great week of learning at Bonnie Brae! Lots of exciting happenings coming up, including our first PTO meeting of the year on Wednesday (9/18), our first parent coffee of the year (9/20), and PTO movie night (9/20)! We welcome all and would love to see our parents at the PTO meeting, our parent coffee, and movie night. See below for more details on these great community events.

Have a great weekend with your family and friends!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success.

September 18 - PTO Meeting (in-person), 6-7:30 PM
September 20 - Parent Coffee (ESOL Information), 8:35-9:15 AM
September 20 - PTO Movie Night, 6:30-9 PM

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: OPM - Being Present

Character Strengths: When I’m with other people, I’m present and
give them my full attention.

Quote of the Week: ““Life is what happens when you put down your
phone.”
-KID PRESIDENT

-ALBERT EINSTEIN

Positivity Project for Families

Families can find resources to help continue the discussion of character strengths at home by visiting the Positivity Project for Families webpage.

A few amazing highlights that happened this week...

First grade gardeners planted seeds so they can grow their own vegetables!

When a Student Should Stay Home From School

Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.

Help your child succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your child stays home if they are sick. Visit our website for information on when to keep your child at home.

If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher so that assistance can be provided if needed. Keep an open line of communication with your school's public health staff.

Read about how families can help form good attendance habits. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

Fall Picture Day-Ordering Information

Fall Picture Day is on Thursday, September 26. Families can pre-order pictures online. Online ordering should be completed by Thursday, September 26. If you need a paper order form, please let your child's classroom teacher know and they will send one home.

All students who pre-purchase pictures will receive their picture packages at school approximately two weeks after our Fall Picture date.

For more details, please visit our Fall Picture Day webpage.

Lightspeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. We encourage families to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Parent/Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?

We understand that the multiple school forms caregivers receive during the first weeks of school can feel overwhelming, but each one helps set your child up for a successful school year! If you do not have a SIS ParentVUE account, please contact your child’s school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.

Immunization Requirements

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office.

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:

A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations.

Permission Forms

Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.

Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Friday, September 30.

Fueling Student Success: New Food Options Cooked up at FCPS

Students will have more than a dozen new options for lunch and breakfast in school cafeterias starting this week. New menu items were either favorites at last year’s food show — including Korean BBQ wings, sweet Thai chili wings, chicken tikka masala, and barbacoa street tacos — or were tested with student focus groups and tastings.

View school menus to see all the new options and when they will become available.

Our kindergarten mathematicians.

The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, Empowered

The Office of Food and Nutrition Services' updates to lunch menus align with FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal #2 - Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered. The new menu options reflect the many voices and cultures represented around every FCPS lunch table!

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

As part of the second goal, we want each and every student to feel like they belong and have the support they need to thrive. See how Goal 2 is being put into practice.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions.

The next event is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Newington Forest Elementary School. Click on the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

After School Programs - COMING SOON!

Bonnie Brae and the PTO are happy to bring back After School Clubs! Look for more information in next week's Tuesday folders and check out the PTO website to see the many exciting teacher-led clubs and community-led programs that will be offered this Fall! Registration will open Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7pm for teacher-led clubs and are filled on a first come, first served basis, so make sure to snag your spot early as they tend to fill up quickly!

Needs-based scholarships are available on a limited basis, and communication with April Bowman prior to registration is required.

After School Programs VOLUNTEER NEEDED!

Do your kids love the After School Clubs? The committee is looking for a lead for the teacher-led programs! If you enjoy having these clubs available for our students, please consider volunteering to help our committee to ensure they continue in the Winter and Spring. You will have a great group to learn from and help you! Email [email protected] for more info! Let's keep these amazing programs going strong this year!

PTO President Needed for 2024-2025!!!

Amazing Volunteers Needed!

Join the PTO

Mark your calendar for the FIRST in-person PTO meeting of the year: September 18th from 6-7PM

Spiritwear Portal OPEN NOW!

Visit the portal at: https://abbacustom.com/bonniebraees/shop/home

Movie Night VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Blackbelt Academy Fundraiser COMING SOON!

When: Saturday, September 21st from 6-9PM

Where: Blackbelt Academy: 10635 Braddock Road, Fairfax

Cost: $40 per child

Registration online NOW! https://www.sportkarateusa.com/bba

Charleston Wrap COMING SOON!

The Charleston Wrap fundraiser will go LIVE on September 17th! Check off your holiday supply and shopping list with this great fundraiser while supporting your school's PTO! More information will come home shortly in your Tuesday Folders.

September 21 - Black Belt Academy Fundraiser (Drop-off event)
September 21-September 29 - Blue Star Welcome Week
September 23 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
September 26 - Fall Picture Day
September 27 - Blue Star Welcome Week Parent Coffee, 8:30-9:15 AM
October 3 - Rosh Hashanah Holiday (no school for students & staff)
October 4 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
October 9 - National Walk & Roll to School Day
October 14 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
October 15-October 22 - Book Fair (BBES Library)
- October 15, 17, & 22 - Family Shopping Nights, 3:30-6:30 PM
October 16 - PTO Meeting (virtual), 6-7:30 PM
October 18 - Parent Coffee (Advanced Academics & Portrait of a Graduate), 8:30-9:20 AM

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BBES ES: Picture Day, Parent's Night Out, Spiritwear, & Movie Night

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Fall Picture Day-Ordering Information

All students who pre-purchase pictures will receive their picture packages at school approximately two weeks after our Fall Picture date.

For more details, please visit our Fall Picture Day webpage.

Blackbelt Academy Fundraiser REGISTER NOW!

When: Saturday, September 21st from 6-9PM

Where: Blackbelt Academy: 10635 Braddock Road, Fairfax

Cost: $40 per child

Registration online NOW! https://www.sportkarateusa.com/bba

Spiritwear Portal - CLOSES 9/18!

Visit the portal at: https://abbacustom.com/bonniebraees/shop/home

Movie Night VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Bonnie Brae ES: Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

It has been a wonderful first few weeks of school! Our students are building classroom communities, developing skills in reading and writing, having rich conversations about math, learning about FCPS' Portrait of a Graduate attributes, and strengthening relationships through The Positivity Project's "Other People Mindset." We are excited for all that is to come!

We had another great Back-to-School Night on Wednesday. Thank you, parents, for attending and partnering with us in your child's education!

Be sure to check out the PTO section below for information on joining the PTO, volunteering, spiritwear, our upcoming movie night, and more! Contact the PTO with any questions.

Finally, as we plan for our first early release Monday on September 23, if you haven't already, be sure to submit the form right away. Thank you to those who have already submitted a preference for their child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for and to help us plan for any needed supervision.

Enjoy the weekend with your friends and family!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success.

September 1-September 30 - Attendance Awareness Month
September 11 - Commemoration/Patriot Day

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Open-Mindedness

Character Strengths: You like to consider new ideas and try new things. You examine things from all sides and don’t jump to conclusions.

Quote of the Week: “The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.”

-ALBERT EINSTEIN

Positivity Project for Families

Families can find resources to help continue the discussion of character strengths at home by visiting the Positivity Project for Families webpage.

A few amazing highlights that happened this week...

Students and staff are learning, practicing routines, and having fun!

Celebrating a student who was caught helping someone!

Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Early Release Mondays

To help us plan, please complete this Early Release Mondays survey for each of your children who are enrolled at Bonnie Brae Elementary.

The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

Learn more about Early Release Mondays.

Fall Picture Day-Ordering Information

All students who pre-purchase pictures will receive their picture packages at school approximately two weeks after our Fall Picture date.

For more details, please visit our Fall Picture Day webpage.

Arrival & Dismissal Safety

The safety of our students, parents, and staff continues to be our top priority. Please see below for reminders of important safety procedures implemented here at Bonnie Brae during arrival and dismissal.

BUS LOOP

In order for our buses to arrive and exit in a timely manner (to service the entire county), the bus loop needs to be clear of all personal vehicles at the following times:

8:10-8:45 am
3:00-3:45 pm

KISS & RIDE

Speed Limit: <5 MPH
Any students arriving by car must utilize the Kiss & Ride loop (or park in a designated parking space along Sideburn Road, with an adult walking their child to the front entrance)
Yield to all pedestrians in the Kiss & Ride/parking lot entrance and be on the lookout for staff members helping students / parents cross the entry way
When waiting to turn into Kiss & Ride, keep the entry and exit lanes clear of vehicles so students can cross safely with staff assistance
When departing the Kiss & Ride loop, please only turn right onto Sideburn Road
Only utilize parking along Sideburn Road that is designated for parking. “Double parking” is not permitted by Fairfax County and is a safety hazard to arriving/departing students and families.
U-Turns on Sideburn Road are prohibited by Fairfax County

WALKERS

Please continue to use the sidewalks to ensure safety of staff, students, community, and bus drivers
Students and families should cross Sideburn Road at the designated crosswalk by Nellie White Ln.

Advanced Academic Program (AAP) News

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! We are excited for a wonderful year of learning and fun! Our AAP Fall Newsletter is now available on the Bonnie Brae Advanced Academic (AAP) webpage. Please take a moment to review the important news relating to testing retakes and informational meetings.

Please mark your calendar with these important dates:

October 18 (8:30-9:15 AM): Family Information Meeting 1

What: Introduction to AAP, POG, & Continuum of Services.
Who: This meeting is open to all K-6 families to learn more about Advanced Academic Services and Portrait of a Graduate Skills provided at Bonnie Brae.
Where: Bonnie Brae Cafeteria

October 30 (5-6 PM): Family Information Meeting 2

What: Understanding the Full-Time AAP Screening Process.
Who: This meeting is open to all K-6 families but will focus on full time academics and screening process for students in grades 2-6.
Where: Bonnie Brae Cafeteria

We hope to see you at our Family Information Meetings. If you plan to attend one or both meetings and need a translator or interpreter, please contact our AART Larissa Sheehan ([email protected]) no later than September 30. Thank you!

Bonnie Brae Renovation

Bonnie Brae’s renovation and addition project is moving right along. FCPS Office of Design and Construction maintains the Bonnie Brae renovation website, and the estimated projected completion date remains summer of 2026. Be sure to bookmark the renovation website for updates and more information.

September 11 National Day of Service

With the upcoming 23rd anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL.

Blue Star Welcome Week & Parent Coffee

Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community.

Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 21 - September 29, 2024, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS

Please join us on Friday, September 27, 8:30-9:15 AM in our BBES cafeteria, for our Blue Star Welcome Week Parent Coffee.

Got Plastic? We'll Take It!

Bonnie Brae has risen to the NexTrex Recycling Challenge and has 1 year to collect 1,000 lbs. of soft film plastic to earn a new Trex furniture bench! Think Amazon packaging, grocery bags, cereal bags, bubble wrap, bread bags, you get the gist. What won’t we take? Hard plastics, like water bottles and laminate scraps, or anything with food on it. The question is not if we will meet this challenge, but how soon?

For more information about NexTrex or Bonnie Brae’s Get2Green initiative, please reach out to Michele Shirey, [email protected], or Cheryl Clark, [email protected]. We welcome parent volunteers to join our efforts and consider signing up to help take a load to a local drop off. Thank you!

The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 1: Strong Start, Pre-K-12

The 2023-30 strategic plan sets five main goals to create positive change in FCPS. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

Each goal has an equity commitment — the promise we make to every student to support them in attaining these goals. Each goal also has several measures that allow us to track our progress.

The first goal in the strategic plan focuses on each and every student having a strong start in FCPS. Whether they're joining us in preschool or in high school, we want our students to be set up for success.

See how Goal 1 is being put into practice.

Immunization Requirements

Please check with your health care provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office.

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:

A health care provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
A health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations.

PTO President Needed for 2024-2025!!!

Amazing Volunteers Needed!

Join the PTO

Mark your calendar for the FIRST in-person PTO meeting of the year: September 18th from 6-7PM

Also be sure to check out the "Bonnie Brae Parent Connection" group on Facebook for updates, reminders, and opportunities to get involved!

Spiritwear Portal OPEN NOW!

Get ready to show your Scottie pride! Our Spiritwear Committee has been hard at work on awesome designs for our ONLINE PORTAL! Summer isn't over yet, so check out the FUN TIE DYE designs! The portal will be open for 2 WEEKS ONLY, then orders will be delivered to your home (for a fee) or available for free pickup directly at ABBA in Burke.

Visit the portal at: https://abbacustom.com/bonniebraees/shop/home

Movie Night VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Blackbelt Academy Fundraiser COMING SOON!

When: Saturday, September 21st from 6-9PM

Where: Blackbelt Academy: 10635 Braddock Road, Fairfax

Cost: $40 per child

Registration Information will open soon, so mark your calendars and keep an eye out for more details!

Charleston Wrap COMING SOON!

September 18 - PTO Meeting (in-person), 6-7:30 PM
September 20 - Parent Coffee (ESOL Information), 8:35-9:15 AM
September 20 - PTO Movie Night, 6:30-9 PM
September 21 - Black Belt Academy Fundraiser (Drop-off event)
September 21-September 29 - Blue Star Welcome Week
September 23 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
September 26 - Fall Picture Day
September 27 - Blue Star Welcome Week Parent Coffee, 8:30-9:15 AM
October 3 - Rosh Hashanah Holiday (no school for students & staff)
October 4 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
October 9 - National Walk & Roll to School Day

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Bonnie Brae ES: Early Release Mondays & PTO Spiritwear

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Early Release Mondays

To help us plan, please complete this Early Release Mondays survey for each of your children who are enrolled at Bonnie Brae Elementary.

Learn more about Early Release Mondays.

Spiritwear Portal OPEN NOW!

Get ready to show your Scottie pride! Our Spiritwear Committee has been hard at work on awesome designs for our ONLINE PORTAL! Summer isn't over yet, so check out the FUN TIE DYE designs! The portal will be open for 2 WEEKS ONLY, then orders will be delivered to your home (for a fee) or available for free pickup directly at ABBA in Burke.

Visit the portal at: https://abbacustom.com/bonniebraees/shop/home

Bonnie Brae ES: Back to School Night & PTO Information

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Back to School Night for Grades 4-6 & All EAC Classrooms (6 -7:30 PM)

Parents/Guardians of students in our EAC classrooms, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade are invited to join their child's teacher at Bonnie Brae on Wednesday, September 4 to learn about their child's classroom experience, grade level curriculum, and other important school year details.

Back to School Night is for parents and guardians only, but optional childcare is being provided by Girl Scout Troop 52012 (not affiliated with Bonnie Brae or FCPS) and parents must preregister at the link provided in message below (50 children max).

There are two slots offered so families can attend multiple teacher sessions if necessary.

Session 1: 6:00 - 6:40 PM (classrooms)

Transition: 6:40-6:50 PM (parents switch classes and/or visit with specialists in the library)

Session 2: 6:50 - 7:20 PM (classrooms)

Wrap-up: 7:20-7:30 PM (parents have the opportunity to visit with specialists in the library)

Back to School Night Childcare for September 4

8th grade Bonnie Brae graduates and their Girl Scoot troop leaders will provide childcare for potty trained children in the cafeteria. Families must preregister using the BBES Back to School Night Childcare Google Form. There is no fee, but a donation jar will be available. Help the troop earn money for troop travel. For more details, view the Childcare flyer.

***This is not an FCPS or BBES sponsored activity.***

Movie Night VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

VOTE for Movie Night!!

We're running a poll on the Bonnie Brae Parent Connection Facebook Page to pick the movie for Movie Night! Head to the "Bonnie Brae Parent Connection" group on Facebook (see image above for the page if you haven't joined yet) and place your child's vote by Friday, September 6th!

Bonnie Brae ES: Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

It was wonderful to see many of our PAC & grades K-3 parents at Back to School Night on Wednesday. We look forward to Back to School Night for grades 4-6 next week on September 4, from 6-7:30 PM.

We hope that you enjoy your long weekend in celebration of Labor Day. A reminder there is no school on Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2. We look forward to welcoming students back into the building on Tuesday, September 3.

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success.

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Teamwork

Character Strengths: You work well as a member of a group or team. You are loyal, reliable, and dedicated to helping your team achieve its goals.

Quote of the Week: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What
are you doing for others?’”

-MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

Positivity Project for Families

Families can find resources to help continue the discussion of character strengths at home by visiting the Positivity Project for Families webpage.

A few amazing highlights that happened this week... Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

Labor Day

Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.

Back to School Night for Grades 4-6 & All EAC Classrooms (6 -7:30 PM)

Session 1: 6:00 - 6:40 PM (classrooms)

Transition: 6:40-6:50 PM (parents switch classes and/or visit with specialists in the library)

Session 2: 6:50 - 7:20 PM (classrooms)

Wrap-up: 7:20-7:30 PM (parents have the opportunity to visit with specialists in the library)

*Optional childcare (not affiliated with Bonnie Brae or FCPS) will be available on both dates.

Back to School Night Childcare for September 4

8th grade Bonnie Brae graduates and their Girl Scoot troop leaders will provide childcare for potty trained children in the cafeteria. There is no fee, but a donation jar will be available. Help the troop earn money for troop travel. For more details, view the Childcare flyer.

***This is not an FCPS or BBES sponsored activity.***

Fall Picture Day-Ordering Information

Fall Picture Day is on Thursday, September 26. Families can pre-order pictures online. Online ordering should be completed by Thursday, September 26.

All students who pre-purchase pictures will receive their picture packages at school approximately two weeks after our Fall Picture date.

For more details, please visit our Fall Picture Day webpage.

Challenge Materials Review Committee

Good afternoon, Bonnie Brae families! As detailed in Regulation 3009, principals are required to submit a list of individuals who are available to serve on a Challenged Materials Review Committee if a departmental committee is needed. Names of two parents/guardians are required. Parents/guardians must not be employed by FCPS and contact information should be provided.

The list of potential committee members will be maintained at central office. Names are randomly chosen to serve if a central departmental committee is required to review a challenged material.

If you would like to submit your name as a parent volunteer for Bonnie Brae, please fill out this form. Thank you!

Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

Cell Phones Off, Learning On

Thank you for helping to support the FCPS cell phone policy by waiting to call or text your child about non-urgent matters until the school day is over. In case of an emergency, it is always best to contact the school’s front office to reach your child during class time.

Visit the FCPS Cell Phone Policy webpage to read more about usage policies by grade level and to share your feedback on the current cell phone policy.

2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R.

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30.

You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R.

2023-30 Strategic Plan: Foundation of Four Pillars

While the five goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan focus on student success, the four pillars describe what FCPS must do well to reach our goals for all students:

The first focus of the pillars is on teaching and learning. We want to make sure each and every student has access to excellent and inclusive learning environments, and that instruction meets students’ individual needs.
The second pillar focuses on our connection with families and our communities. We cannot do this work alone. Strong partnerships are key to our students’ success.
The third pillar is centered on our hiring and maintaining a world class, diverse workforce. We want to make sure our incredible employees have what they need to help our students thrive.
The fourth and final pillar centers on how we bring this all together. We remain focused on creating a culture of equity, excellence, and accountability where data guides our decisions.

Visit our Strategic Plan webpage for more information.

Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance.

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill.

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned.

If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School
Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary
Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary
Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary
Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle

Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

2024 Back to School Virginia Medicaid Flyer: Communication Resource for Schools

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) launches its 23rd annual Back to School campaign. We want all students and parents to know about Virginia’s free health coverage through Cardinal Care (Virginia’s Medicaid and FAMIS programs). View more information on the Back to School webpage.

Solve the Puzzle Before It’s Gone!

Fairfax County's Puzzle Hunt will end on Sunday, September 15. Families have been solving puzzles and finding clues all summer in this unique community event that takes solvers on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. There is still time to join before it ends!

Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be completed with friends and family and are challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles, then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Visit our wonderful local parks with friends and family.

PTO President Needed for 2024-2025!!!

Amazing Volunteers Needed!

Join the PTO

Mark your calendar for the FIRST in-person PTO meeting of the year: September 18th from 6-7PM

Also be sure to check out the "Bonnie Brae Parent Connection" group on Facebook for updates, reminders, and opportunities to get involved!

Spiritwear Portal COMING SOON!

New this year will be an online purchasing option to get your spiritwear a few times throughout the year so you can show your Scottie pride. Our Spiritwear Committee is hard at work on designs and our first online ordering portal will go LIVE on September 3rd! The portal will be open for 2 weeks, then orders will be delivered to your home (for a fee) or available for free pickup directly at ABBA in Burke. Stay tuned for updates and the portal link.

Charleston Wrap COMING SOON!

September 18 - PTO Meeting (in-person), 6-7:30 PM
September 20 - Parent Coffee (ESOL Information), 8:35-9:15 AM
September 20 - PTO Movie Night, 6:30-9 PM
September 21 - Black Belt Academy Fundraiser (Drop-off event)
September 23 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
September 26 - Fall Picture Day
October 3 - Rosh Hashanah Holiday (no school for students & staff)
October 4 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)

Bonnie Brae ES: PAC & Grades K-3 Back to School Night Tonight!

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Tonight is Back to School Night for PAC & Grades K-3 (6-7:30 PM)

Parents/Guardians of students in PAC, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade are invited to join their child's teacher at Bonnie Brae tonight, Wednesday, August 28 to learn about their child's classroom experience, grade level curriculum, and other important school year details. There are two slots offered so families can attend multiple teacher sessions if necessary.

Session 1: 6:00-6:40 PM (classrooms)

Intercession: 6:40-6:50 PM (parents switch classes and/or visit with specialists in the library)

Session 2: 6:50-7:20 PM (classrooms)

Wrap-up: 7:20-7:30 PM (parents have the opportunity to visit with specialists in the library)

Back to School Night for grades 4-6 and all EAC classrooms takes place on Wednesday, September 4 (6-7:30 PM).

*Optional childcare (not affiliated with Bonnie Brae or FCPS) will be available on both dates. Please see below for more information.

Back to School Night Childcare for August 28 and September 4

***This is not an FCPS or BBES sponsored activity.***

Bonnie Brae ES: K-3 Back to School Night and Childcare

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Back to School Night for PAC & Grades K-3 (6 -7:30 PM)

Parents/Guardians of students in PAC, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade are invited to join their child's teacher at Bonnie Brae on Wednesday, August 28 to learn about their child's classroom experience, grade level curriculum, and other important school year details. There are two slots offered so families can attend multiple teacher sessions if necessary.

Session 1: 6:00-6:40 PM (classrooms)

Intercession: 6:40-6:50 PM (parents switch classes and/or visit with specialists in the library)

Session 2: 6:50-7:20 PM (classrooms)

Wrap-up: 7:20-7:30 PM (parents have the opportunity to visit with specialists in the library)

Back to School Night for grades 4-6 and all EAC classrooms takes place on Wednesday, September 4 (6-7:30 PM).

*Optional childcare (not affiliated with Bonnie Brae or FCPS) will be available on both dates. Please see below for more information.

Back to School Night Childcare for August 28 and September 4

***This is not an FCPS or BBES sponsored activity.***

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Bonnie Brae ES- Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

What a great first week of school! It has been a week full of joy, laughter, relationship building, and learning. Next week we will hold Back-to-School Night for our PAC and grades K-3 classes on Wednesday, August 28 (6-7:30 PM). Back-to-School Night for grades 4-6 parents will be held the following week, on September 4.

A reminder that our Summer Reading Choice Boards are due, so be sure to them in by Monday, August 26! We will be celebrating our summer readers later next week and we want to recognize our students' reading effort (and fun!) that took place over the summer.

There is no school next Friday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day break. School resumes after Labor Day on Tuesday, September 5.

Finally, for families who have not completed the Early Release Mondays form, please click here to share your plans for the September 23 and October 28 early release days. See the section below for more information.

Have a great weekend with your friends and family!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success.

August 28 - Back to School Night (PAC, K-3rd), 6-7:30 PM
August 30 & September 2 - Labor Day Weekend Holidays (no school)

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Curiosity

Character Strengths: You like exploration and discovery. You ask lots of questions because you want to learn more about anything and everything.

Quote of the Week: “Be less curious about people and more curious about ideas.”

-MARIE CURIE

Positivity Project for Families

Families can find resources to help continue the discussion of character strengths at home by visiting the Positivity Project for Families webpage.

A few amazing highlights that happened this week...

The first day of school was filled wtih lots of excitement!

Here is to a fantastic school year!

Labor Day

Mr. Jenifer, a Father of Two Scotties, Competing at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Our Bonnie Brae community is excited to cheer on one of its own at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Trevon Jenifer, a father of two Scotties, is a member of the USA Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team. This is his fourth Paralympic Games. Mr. Jenifer, #16, has already taken home a bronze medal (2012) and two gold medals (2016 and 2020) in previous Paralympic Games. Let's show the world how loudly Scotties can cheer while we watch one of our own compete in Paris!

Want to work at our school? We have an opportunity for you!!

We would love to have you join our Bonnie Brae team. If you are interested in being our Dining Attendant, please email Natalie Vershaw, [email protected]. Come be a Scottie!

Dining Attendant: Assists students during lunch time. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order and dismisses students to their teachers. $12.39 an hour

Need food assistance?

Bonnie Brae has supplemental weekend food available for families. Our generous partner, St. Andrews Lutheran Church, supplies food items that can be sent home in your child’s backpack each Friday. If you would like more information on this program, or other community resources, please contact school social worker, April Bowman [email protected]. You may also contact your child’s counselor for more information- Ms. Jeffries, [email protected] (K-3) or Ms. Lonnett (3-6) [email protected].

Early Release Mondays

As a reminder, FCPS elementary schools will have limited early release Mondays during the upcoming school year. The goal is to provide elementary teachers with additional time to meet new professional development requirements for the Virginia Literacy Act.

You can help us with planning for the seven early release Mondays. Please watch your email for a short survey from us asking if your child will leave at the early release time on these days or remain at school until the standard dismissal time. Your response will help us in planning activities for students who will need to stay at school until regular dismissal time.

We realize there are many details for us to finalize before our first early release Monday in mid-September. Thank you for your patience, we strive to create a positive and successful experience for students, families, and teachers.

Early release Mondays for our school include:

September 23
October 28
November 25
February 24
March 17
April 28
May 19

To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/LpwRhtomocauubX67 for each of your children who are enrolled at Bonnie Brae Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

Learn more about Early-Release Mondays.

Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon.

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.

Submit Absences

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office.

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.

Our Commitment to Excellence, Equity, and Opportunity for Each and Every Student

As we begin a new school year, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid reminds us of the goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which guides us in delivering excellence, equity, and opportunity for each and every one of our students. Watch Dr. Reid’s message.

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses.

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Contact the Transportation Office at 703-249-7000 with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.

You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to a school’s front office.

If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, families may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form.

Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website.

Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

View the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

September 4 - Back to School Night (4th-6th and All EAC), 6-7:30 PM
September 18 - PTO Meeting (in-person), 6-7:30 PM
September 20 - Parent Coffee (ESOL Information), 8:35-9:15 AM
September 20 - PTO Movie Night, 6:30-9 PM
September 23 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
September 26 - Fall Picture Day (more details to come)
October 3 - Rosh Hashanah Holiday (no school for students & staff)
October 4 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)

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Bonnie Brae ES: Want to work at our school?

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Want to work at our school? We have an opportunity for you!!

We would love to have you join our Bonnie Brae team. If you are interested in being our Dining Attendant, please email Natalie Vershaw, [email protected]. Come be a Scottie!

Dining Attendant: Assists students during lunch time. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order and dismisses students to their teachers. $12.39 an hour

Get more information and view the 2024-25 Opt-Out Booklets.

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Bonnie Brae ES- Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

What a fantastic Open House and Back-to-School BBQ Bash today! Special thanks to our Bonnie Brae staff and our PTO for organizing and carrying out this great community event.

We are looking forward to the first day of school on Monday! On the first day only, parents (all grades) may walk their child to the classroom door if they wish, but are reminded that they should not enter the classroom. An announcement will be made at 8:30 AM reminding all parents that they will need to exit the building so that we can get the school day (and year!) started.

Following drop off, we invite our kindergarten parents to join us in the cafeteria for a "Tears & Cheers" coffee & donuts, from 8:30-9:15 AM.

Have a great weekend!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success.

August 19 - First Day of School
- Parents, all grades, may walk their child to the classroom door if they wish, but they should not enter the classroom.
- An announcement will be made at 8:30 AM reminding all parents that they will need to exit the building so that we can get the school day (and year!) started.
- At 8:30 AM, parents of kindergarten students can head to the cafeteria for our "Tears and Cheers" coffee and donut gathering.

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Introduction Week - Other People Mindset

What Does This Mean: Anything that builds relationships is going to make you happy.

Positivity Project for Families

Families can find resources to help continue the discussion of character strengths at home by visiting the Positivity Project for Families webpage.

A few amazing highlights that happened this week...

We loved seeing all the smiles at Open House!

The Bonnie Brae Back-to-School BBQ Bash was a blast!

First Day of School

Monday, August 19, is the first day of school. See the complete school year calendar. FCPS parents, students, and staff members are invited to share their favorite pictures or videos from the first day of school on social media using the hashtag #FirstDayFairfax. We will share some of the photos on FCPS Facebook and Instagram.

Labor Day

Parent Toolkit

There are some items families need to complete at the beginning of the school year. Visit our Parent Toolkit webpage to access links to complete them. Items with an asterisk (*) are time sensitive and require parent action.

Kiss and Ride Location and Sign Up

As we welcome students back to Bonnie Brae ES, we want to ensure the safe arrival and departure of each child. Bonnie Brae ES has an established area called the Kiss & Ride (at our side parking lot), which is designed as a safe place for adults in private vehicles to load and unload children. Please be aware that Kiss & Ride has slightly shifted location for 2024-2025, as we will be using Design & Construction plastic barriers for our drop off/pick-up area. The plastic barriers allow for a safe space for staff and students to walk and stand as they arrive and dismiss each day. Be sure to follow the direction of Bonnie Brae staff to help keep everyone safe!

If you are interested in using Kiss and Ride to drop off or pick up your child, please complete the Kiss and Ride form. Returning and new Kiss and Riders will receive new tags prior to students returning.

Kindergarten Parent Tears and Cheers Coffee

We would like to invite kindergarten parents to our “Tears and Cheers” coffee and donut gathering with the administrators, from 8:30-9:15 AM on the first day of school, Monday, August 19. This is a great way to start the year! While there will not be a formal presentation, parents will have an opportunity to meet our administrators and other kindergarten families. We look forward to seeing many of you at 8:30 AM on Monday, August 19 in our Bonnie Brae cafeteria!

Summer Reading Choice Board

Let's continue reading this summer! Students are invited to read and complete 15 blocks on our Bonnie Brae Summer Reading Choice Board. Bring the choice board back to school by August 23, 2024 for a celebration of summer reading treat!

Early Release Mondays

Early release Mondays for our school include:

September 23
October 28
November 25
February 24
March 17
April 28
May 19

Learn more about Early-Release Mondays.

What Is a School Board?

The Fairfax County School Board is responsible for running the public schools in Fairfax County. Twelve school board members are elected by county voters every four years.

A student representative serves on the board as a non-voting member. They are chosen by their peers each year.

The School Board makes general rules and sets guidelines to ensure Fairfax County Public Schools runs properly. They follow the laws of Virginia and the rules set by the Virginia Board of Education.

Learning about your local school board is important. Understanding their policies and initiatives can help you advocate for positive changes and ensure that the educational needs of all students are met. There are many ways to get involved.

Learn more about the school board, how to participate in their meetings, and where to watch school board meetings.

View our School Board Members' Welcome Back messages:

Rachna Sizemore Heizer

Sandy Anderson

Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy

Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office, (703) 321-3900.

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents and caregivers to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available: a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.

Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records

You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to a school’s front office.

If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, families may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form.

Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website.

Stay up to date on all things BBES! Subscribe to our School Calendar.

View the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

August 28 - Back to School Night (PAC, K-3rd), 6-7:30 PM
August 30 & September 2 - Labor Day Weekend Holidays (no school)
September 4 - Back to School Night (4th-6th and All EAC), 6-7:30 PM
September 23 - Three Hour Early Release Monday
September 26 - Fall Picture Day (more details to come)