FCPS

March 25-March 29 - Spring Break (school and office closed)
April 1 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
April 2 - Kindergarten Orientation, 2-3 pm (doors open at 1:45 pm)
April 2 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
April 3 - Fourth Quarter Begins
April 3 - Spring After-School Programs Begin
April 10 - Eid al Fitr (no school for students or staff)
April 11 - This Is Us!-A Celebration of Our Community of Families, 5:30-7 pm (BBES Cafeteria and Gym)
April 16 - Spring Picture Day (individual and class)
April 17 - Purple Up! Day
April 17 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm
April 20 - Game Night at iCode, 6-9 pm
April 22-26 - Chick-fil-A Spirit Week @ Burke Center Parkway location

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From BBES PTO: Boosterthon Challenge & Monday's Fun Run

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Top Donating Class - Pie the Booster Team!

Monday is our Bonnie Brae Fun Run! We’re grateful for the support we’ve seen toward reaching our goal of $20,000 for Ongoing Scottie Support (i.e. Technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more).

Here are a few reminders before your student(s) participate in the big event:

Have your student(s) get a good night’s rest. Our event will be about 30 minutes of movement.
Make sure your student(s) wear appropriate foot and clothing attire to move and groove.
Click here to log final donations TODAY on MYBOOSTER.COM! It’s not too late to get started!

Thank you for supporting our school! We can’t wait for the Bonnie Brae Fun Run happening on 03/18/2024!

Fun Run - Monday, March 18

We’re so excited about the fun run on Monday! See our Fun Run flyer for details if you’d like to come and watch the fun run! If you can come early or stick around afterwards to help check parents in, your help would be SOOOO appreciated!!! ♥️♥️♥️ Your time and help is what makes this all possible!!! ♥️♥️

We look forward to this fun event to help raise funds to continue providing support for our school community through awesome assemblies, field trip bus costs, staff appreciation, and so much more!!!

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From BBES PTO: PTO After School Clubs Announcement

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PTO Spring After School Clubs

Have you Registered for After School Clubs? It's super easy with our new system located on our Bonnie Brae PTO website. We still have spots available in all clubs (except soccer which is full). Some clubs are in danger of being canceled due to low registration, so make sure to sign up before registration closes on Friday at 7pm!!

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From BBES PTO: Boosterthon Challenge & Staff Basketball Game

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Top Donating Class - Secret Mission with Booster Team!

Bonnie Brae families! We’re on our way to reaching our goal of $20,000. The top donating class tonight will get to go on a SECRET MISSION with the Booster team tomorrow!

Did you know that just for registering and sharing, you can earn entries toward our Disney Family Trip Giveaway? It’s true! One winner across the country is chosen per month!

Click here to start earning more entries today to this amazing giveaway and to learn more!

Remember, any funds raised DIRECTLY impact students and staff! Thanks so much!

BBES Staff Basketball Game

When: Thursday, March 21st - Doors open at 5:30pm and Game starts at 6:15pm

Where: Robinson SS Gym

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to make this a successful event! PLEASE sign up today so we have full coverage! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-47090807-bonnie

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From BBES PTO: Boosterthon Challenge

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Top Donating Class - Mummify the Booster Team!

Bonnie Brae families! The top donating class TONIGHT gets to Mummify the Booster Team! We’re on our way to reaching our goal of $20,000 for Ongoing Scottie Support (i.e. Technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more) but we need YOUR help!

You can help our school in 3 Easy Steps:

Register your student(s) on mybooster.com (They’ll get a FREE reward!)

Create your Student Star Video on mybooster.com. (If you haven’t already, check these out, they’re awesome!) Share your student star video with friends and family.

Spread the word by sharing your donation page link with others. If you are able, please consider donating to our school. Every SHARE and DOLLAR DONATED earns you entries toward our Disney Grand Prize Giveaway!

We’ve got a big goal so we are trying to let EVERYONE know how they can help! Who do you know from another state who can donate? Head to mybooster.com and share your donation page with them!

Our students are so excited, thanks for helping make our fundraiser great! 🙌🏼

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From BBES ES & PTO: Virtual Military Gathering, Boosterthon Challenge, & After School Clubs

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FCPS Virtual Military Family Gathering-Wednesday, March 13th, 7 to 8 p.m.

Family and School Partnerships invites military-connected parents and guardians to attend a special virtual gathering to connect directly with FCPS staff and community members, learn about valuable resources, and share their experiences within FCPS. Please register for this event to receive the Zoom link and meeting invitation. Questions? Email Meredith Ayala, Family Partnerships Specialist, Military-Connected Youth & Families, at [email protected] or [email protected].

Win Game Time with the Booster Team!

Hi everyone! Our Bonnie Brae Fun Run fundraiser is up and running working to get to our goal of $20,000 all at MyBooster.com. Tonight, the class with the most Student Star Videos on Mybooster.com earns a Game Time with the Booster Team!

Student Star Video. Upload a photo of your student to MYBOOSTER.COM to create a fun video starring your student WITH YouTube Trick-Shot Stars 🏀 Dude Perfect! 🏀 Share this on Facebook or via email or text to easily ask for a donation.

Click here to head to MYBOOSTER.COM and spread the word today! Thank you, families!

Check out the Dude Perfect video about sharing your age.

Spring After School Clubs Open TONIGHT!!!

Registration for After School Clubs Spring session opens tonight at 7pm! Please visit the PTO website at www.bonniebraepto.org for more information. We have a NEW registration process using Zeffy, so you will pay when you sign up - spots will sell out, so make sure to register ASAP!

Needs-based scholarships are available on a limited basis. You must reach out to April Bowman at [email protected] before registration opens on March 12 for a code to register. We will not be able to accommodate any scholarship requests after registration opens.

Sign up for our Bonnie Brae Kindergarten Orientation!

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Bonnie Brae ES: Kindergarten Orientation Update (Time Adjusted)

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Kindergarten Orientation and Registration

View our Kindergarten Orientation flyer for more details.

Sign up for our Bonnie Brae Kindergarten Orientation!

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Bonnie Brae ES- Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

Regular attendance can help students be successful at school, graduate on time, and achieve their life goals. While students should stay home if they are sick, let's work together to ensure all of our Scotties are in school and learning every day! Visit the FCPS attendance website for attendance resources.

Our Bonnie Brae PTO Boosterthon Fun Run program has begun! Thank you so much to our families who have registered, and for supporting our school! We can't wait for the Bonnie Brae Fun Run, which will take place during school hours on March 18. See the PTO section below for more details on the Fun Run and how to register!

Have a wonderful weekend, Scotties!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success. Next Week's Events

March 10 - Daylight Saving Begins (Spring Forward)
March 12 - PTO Spring After School Programs Registration Opens

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Identifying and appreciating the good in others

Character Strengths: It is important to deliberately work to identify and appreciate other's character strengths.

Quote of the Week: “When you choose to see the good in others, you end
up finding the good in yourself.”

-JOHN SPENCE

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 in Ms. Diehl's class learned about the parts of the ocean floor.

While creating in Scratch, fifth grade students practice using their revising and refining skills.

Daylight Saving Begins (Spring Forward)

Sunday, March 10, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time begins. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour! As a result of the time change, many students will be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors, or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes. Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up and not to run into the street or cross between parked cars.

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is March 25-29. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Wednesday, April 3, after two teacher work days. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

Ramadan

Bonnie Brae Office Closed During Spring Break

The Bonnie Brae office will be closed during spring break, March 25-March 29.

Kindergarten Orientation and Registration

Save the date! Have a rising kindergarten student? Kindergarten Orientation takes place at Bonnie Brae on Tuesday, April 2, from 2-3 PM! Kindergarten Orientation is for parents and kindergarten students. Visit our Kindergarten Orientation page on our BBES website to learn more about this exciting event and to register for our Kindergarten Orientation.

View our Kindergarten Orientation flyer for more details.

Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families

Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students.

Purple Up! T-shirts are available for purchase through Friday, March 8.

Reading Together, A Webinar for Families

The Virginia Department of Education is excited to celebrate Family Reading Month in March. Join the Virginia Department of Education & Virginia PTA for a Reading Together. A webinar designed for families to learn about best practices in reading instruction, the event also covers how families can support their students through all stages of learning to read and improving reading comprehension.  The webinar will take place on Wednesday, March 13th from 7-8pm.Registration is required to participate and is open to the public. The Virginia PTA has generously provided Family Reading Night Activities to use during this month of celebration:

Host Bedtime Stories 
Have a Reading Camp-Out in the gym 
Select guest readers 
Ask readers to dress as a book character 
Play Reading Bingo with prizes 
Set-up a Literacy Escape Room 
Host a Literacy Scavenger Hunt 
Host a Community Book Swap 
Host a poetry slam or spoken word contest 
Host a StoryWalk: Print book pages & mount on yard-signs around the school 
Set-up an Illustrator’s corner for students to illustrate a book-scene 
Start a Little Free Library (or host a Swap Book Shelf in school) 
National PTA Family Reading Event Toolkit

Order Your 2023-2024 Bonnie Brae Yearbook!

***We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale on-site in June at a cost of $25 per yearbook. ***

Yearbooks are expected to arrive late-May/early June.

Elementary Institute for the Arts

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (IFTA). IFTA is a weekly Arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades during the month of July. Students take classes in Art, Music, Theatre, and Dance every day. Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the Elementary Institute for the Arts website for more information or email [email protected].

Take the Family Engagement Survey!

FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey is now open. Survey partner K12 Insight emailed a link to families on March 3 and again on March 6. Please participate! Your feedback is critical in helping to inform and improve FCPS practices to best support our students.

The survey is available in 10 languages. Parents/caregivers may stop by the front office to fill out a paper survey or complete the survey online. Please check your email for the survey invitation or use this survey link. Get more information on the Family Engagement Survey webpage.

Summer Camps and Learning Programs

Have you made summer plans for your child yet? Are you looking for a summer camp for your child with special needs?

The Family Resource Center has compiled information on summer camps including local options, camps for students with special needs (sorted by need), and camps for students experiencing grief or who have parents in the military.

Join a Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs

A community conversation addressing the opioid crisis within Northern Virginia and Fairfax County Public Schools will be held Wednesday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Please enter through Door #14.

All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.

This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed is suitable for students in grades 6-12. Together as a community, we aim to explore collaborative strategies to minimize the impact of these harmful and too-often fatal substances.

Language interpretation services are available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed. Learn more about the event and register online.

Bipartisan Study Finds Virginia Public School Divisions Receive Less Funding per Student Than Other States

The School Board recently adopted FCPS’ FY 2025 Advertised Budget. Meeting budget needs becomes more of a challenge with underfunding by the state, using staffing formulas that continue to result in school districts not receiving the actual support needed for excellent public education. A staffing formula is the method for calculating the number of positions that need to be assigned to meet program needs.

Did You Know?

In July 2023, the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) released a study of Virginia’s K-12 funding formulas. The report found that Virginia school divisions receive less funding per student than the 50-state average, the regional average, and many of Virginia’s neighboring states including West Virginia, Maryland, and Kentucky. Learn more about the JLARC study. View FCPS’ budget development timeline.

Contact your state officials to provide feedback on funding for K-12 education.

New Regulation on Meditation and Reflection Spaces

FCPS has developed Regulation 1502 to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.

These spaces are designated areas within a school or on school premises for individuals to engage in prayer, meditation, or silent reflection, inclusive of their religious or non-religious beliefs. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students requesting to miss instructional time on a regular basis. Families are encouraged to contact our family liaison, Santanish Chang at [email protected], regarding accommodations. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Guidelines for Religious Activities webpage for more information.

Fun Run Fundraiser - REGISTER TODAY!

Our Bonnie Brae Fun Run has begun, and we’re on our way to reaching our goal of $20,000. Thank you so much to our families who have registered and shared their donation pages to get us to this point!

As we head into the weekend, we have a BONUS PRIZE OPPORTUNITY for all students. It’s for this weekend only, so time is limited to earn this extra reward.

Click here to log into MYBOOSTER.COM to learn more about this prize and to share your donation page!

Thank you for supporting our school! We can’t wait for the Bonnie Brae Fun Run happening on 03/18/2024!

BBES Staff Basketball Game

When: Thursday, March 21st - Doors open at 5:30pm and Game starts at 6:15pm

Where: Robinson SS Gym

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to make this a successful event! PLEASE sign up today so we have full coverage! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-47090807-bonnie

After School Clubs Spring Session - COMING SOON!

After School Clubs Spring session registration will open on Tuesday, March 12! Please visit the PTO website at www.bonniebraepto.org for more information. We have a NEW registration process using Zeffy, so you will pay when you sign up - spots will sell out, so make sure to register ASAP!

Questions? Please reach out to us at [email protected]!

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March 18 - Boosterthon Fun Run
March 21 - Bonnie Brae Basketball Game (Robinson Gym), 6-8 pm
March 22 - BBES Spirit Day-Jersey Day!
March 22 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am
March 22 - End of Third Quarter
March 25-March 29 - Spring Break (school and office closed)
April 1 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
April 2 - Kindergarten Orientation, 2-3 pm (doors open at 1:45 pm)
April 2 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
April 3 - Fourth Quarter Begins
April 3 - Spring After-School Programs Begin
April 10 - Eid al Fitr (no school for students or staff)
April 11 - This Is Us!-A Celebration of Our Community of Families, 5:30-7 pm (BBES Cafeteria and Gym)
April 16 - Spring Picture Day (individual and class)
April 17 - Purple Up! Day
April 17 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm

Click here to log into MYBOOSTER.COM to learn more about this prize and to share your donation page!

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From BBES PTO: Boosterthon Bonus Prize Opportunity

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Fun Run Fundraiser - Bonus Prize Opportunity!

As we head into the weekend, we have a BONUS PRIZE OPPORTUNITY for all students. It’s for this weekend only, so time is limited to earn this extra reward.

Thank you for supporting our school! We can’t wait for the Bonnie Brae Fun Run happening on 3/18/2024!

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

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

5420 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032 | Main Office: 703.321.3900
Attendance: 703.321.3939 | Web | Twitter

From BBES ES & PTO: Boosterthon Fun Run Kick Off & Spirit Day Friday

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Fun Run Fundraiser Kicks Off Today!

Our Bonnie Brae Fun Run kicks off today! Any student registered on mybooster.com by Thursday night (tonight!!!) can wear pajamas to school on Friday, March 8th.

This year, our school is raising funds for Ongoing Scottie Support (i.e. technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more). Our goal is to raise $20,000, and, if you’d like to, we are inviting YOU to help!

Here’s how you can support Bonnie Brae Elementary School:

1) Register on mybooster.com tonight. It’s so easy!

2) Share about our fundraiser with your family and friends using the share button on mybooster.com.

3) Give a donation, if you are able.

Thank you for supporting our school!. We can’t wait for the Bonnie Brae Fun Run happening on Monday, March 18!

Cozy Up With a Good Book Spirit Day - Friday!

Bring a stuffed animal to school with you on Friday, March 8th. Enjoy reading a good book to them while at school. Stuffed animals must fit inside your backpack.

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From BBES PTO: Boosterthon Registration & Chipotle Restaurant Night Tonight!

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Fun Run Fundraiser - REGISTER TODAY!

Our Bonnie Brae Fun Run will kick off tomorrow! This year, our school is raising funds for Ongoing Scottie Support (i.e. Technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more). Our goal is to raise $20,000, and, if you’d like to, we are inviting YOU to help!

Here’s how you can support Bonnie Brae Elementary School:

1) Register on mybooster.com tonight. It’s so easy! Any student registered on mybooster.com by Thursday night can wear pajamas to school on Friday, March 8th.

2) Share about our fundraiser with your family and friends using the share button on mybooster.com.

3) Give a donation, if you are able.

Thank you for supporting our school!. We can’t wait for the Bonnie Brae Fun Run happening on Monday, March 18!

Chipotle Restaurant Night - TONIGHT

Join us for one of our best fundraisers of the year where the PTO receives 33% of sales! So help do some good for the school community AND get some delicious dinner! View the Chipotle flyer.

When: Wednesday, March 6th from 4-8PM

Where: Chipotle on Burke Centre Parkway

https://www.fcps.edu/student-tests-and-assessments/student-assessment-details/social-emotional-screener

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Bonnie Brae ES- Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

We have an exciting and packed week coming up, as we celebrate Read Across America week and we kickoff our PTO Boosterthon fundraiser! Please see the information below on ways to show your Read Across America spirit!

A reminder that Tuesday, March 5 is a virtual school planning day due to the presidential primary election, and there is no school this day.

We are so excited to hold our "Bonnies vs. Scotties" staff basketball game at Robinson Secondary School on March 21! Details in the PTO section below, and click here for more information. Ticket sales are already hopping so be sure to get yours soon for this fun family event!

Have a wonderful weekend, Scotties!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success. Next Week's Events

March 2 - iCode Game Night, 6-9 pm
March 4-March 8 - Read Across America Week
March 5 - School Planning Day (no school for students)
March 6 - PTO Chipotle Restaurant Night, 4-8 pm
March 7 - Boosterthon Kickoff

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Celebrate a Character Strength

Celebration: Classes will celebrate a student chosen Character Strength.

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 in Mrs. Clark's first grade class were creative and critical thinkers as they created a color, symbol, and image to represent a feeling. Way to use your imagination to think about new ideas!

Ms. Browning's students enjoyed celebrating Leap Day!

March 5 Presidential Primary

The Fairfax Board of Elections has requested that schools be closed on Tuesday, March 5, to accommodate the administration of the 2024 presidential primary election.

Therefore, March 5 will be a school holiday for students and a virtual School Planning Day. As outlined in Regulation 4421, School Planning Days are directed by school-based Administrators in order to devote time to school improvement efforts, including collaboration around data, common assessments, responsive instruction, etc.

Central offices and school offices will remain open. SACC will remain open, as on other professional work days.

Attendance is Critical for Academic Success!

Regular attendance can help students be successful at school, graduate on time, and achieve their life goals. If students miss too much school, school staff may contact them to work with them to support improved attendance. Visit the FCPS attendance website for attendance resources.

Read Across America

March 4-March 8, we will celebrate Read Across America Week with a Spirit Week! Show your spirit each day and celebrate your love of reading. View the Read Across America Spirit Week flyer for more details.

Monday, March 4 - Reading Makes Life More Colorful: Wear your favorite color!

Wednesday, March 6 - Let's Get Reading: Read a book with your favorite color in the title or on the cover.

Thursday, March 7 - Hats Off to Reading: Wear your favorite hat!

Friday, March 8 - Cozy Up with a Good Book: Bring a stuffed animal and read to them (stuffed animal must fit in backpack).

Ramadan

National Women’s History Month

Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids.

Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families

Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students.

Purple Up! T-shirts are available for purchase through Friday, March 8.

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Attending kindergarten provides children with an opportunity to learn and practice the essential social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. Our school typically conducts kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring during March or April. Eligible children can also be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps us plan, so that we have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school.

Prepare for registration by gathering documents and completing forms. We are happy to support families with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For more information in other languages, visit FCPS’ Kindergarten Registration webpage.

Kindergarten Orientation-Save the Date

Do you have a rising kindergartener? Join us for our Bonnie Brae Kindergarten Orientation on Tuesday, April 2 (specific time to be determined). Learn about kindergarten, meet our staff, tour the building, and experience a school bus.

Order Your 2023-2024 Bonnie Brae Yearbook!

***We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale on-site in June at a cost of $25 per yearbook. ***

Yearbooks are expected to arrive late-May/early June.

Advanced Academic Program (AAP) News & Updates

Happy March! The AAP Spring Newsletter has been posted to the AAP Family Newsletters and Presentations section of our Bonnie Brae AAP website This newsletter highlights AAP services and reviews the spring screening process for each level of service. Please take a moment to review the newsletter and reach out to our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), Larissa Sheehan ([email protected]) with any follow up questions.

Do You Know Where FCPS Funding Comes From?

The majority of FCPS funding is requested from the Fairfax County government, which generates its revenue from real estate and personal property taxes. The Commonwealth of Virginia provides the next largest source of revenue to FCPS through state aid and sales tax. The rest of the funding comes from a variety of sources, including federal aid and tuition for non-county residents. (The numbers above represent the FY 2025 proposed school operating fund in millions.)

FCPS does not have the authority to impose taxes and may only charge fees where the Commonwealth of Virginia has granted specific authority. Learn more about FCPS’ FY 2025 Advertised Budget.

Look for the FCPS Family Engagement Survey This Sunday

Parents/caregivers will receive the FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey Sunday, March 3, from independent research firm K12 Insight. Please participate — your feedback is critical in helping to inform and improve practices to best support our students. Taking this survey will also help strengthen the partnership between your family and our school. When that partnership is strong, students can experience a range of benefits including improved school readiness, higher student achievement, better social skills and behavior, and an increased likelihood of graduating high school. The survey will take about 10-15 minutes to complete and will be available in 10 languages. Please visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information. Your voice matters!

Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener

The Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3 -6 during February 28–March 7. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. More information is available about the SEL Screener by accessing this link:

If you have any questions, please reach out to our SEL Screener Lead, Cori Lonnett, at [email protected].

Join a Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs

All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.

Fun Run Fundraiser - REGISTER TODAY!

Our Bonnie Brae Fun Run fundraiser kicks off on 03/07/2024! We’re excited for this year’s fitness and character-building fundraiser! The school’s goal is to raise $20,000 for technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more.

Watch this video featuring YouTube Trick Shot stars, Dude Perfect! https://vimeo.com/822079381/7d45649abf

In order for us to START strong - please register your family on MYBOOSTER.com NOW! Bonnie Brae PTO will be providing a tshirt to all fun run participants- don’t miss out on the fun- register today!

iCode Game Night - Parents Night Out - THIS WEEKEND!

Mark your calendars for our next Parents Night Out event with iCode! This is such a popular fundraiser, so make sure to register before spots run out! Drop off your kiddos and go out and enjoy your evening... they'll have access to games like Minecraft and Roblox and will be served pizza and drinks! Cost is $30/student. View the iCode Game Night flyer.

When: Saturday, March 2nd from 6-9PM

Where: iCode in Burke

Who: Students grades K-6

Chipotle Restaurant Night - COMING SOON

Join us for one of our best fundraisers of the year where the PTO receives 33% of sales! So help do some good for the school community AND get some delicious dinner! View the Chipotle flyer.

When: Wednesday, March 6th from 4-8PM

Where: Chipotle on Burke Centre

BBES Staff Basketball Game

When: Thursday, March 21st - Doors open at 5:30pm and Game starts at 6:15pm

Where: Robinson SS Gym

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to make this a successful event! PLEASE sign up today so we have full coverage! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-47090807-bonnie

After School Clubs Spring Session - COMING SOON!

Questions? Please reach out to us at [email protected]!

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March 10 - Daylight Saving Begins (Spring Forward)
March 12 - PTO Spring After School Programs Registration Opens
March 18 - Boosterthon Fun Run
March 21 - Bonnie Brae Basketball Game (Robinson Gym), 6-8 pm
March 22 - BBES Spirt Day
March 22 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am
March 22 - End of Third Quarter
March 25-March 29 - Spring Break (no school for students and teachers)
April 1 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
April 2 - Kindergarten Orientation, (time to be determined)
April 2 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
April 3 - Fourth Quarter Begins
April 3 - Spring After-School Programs Begin
April 10 - Eid al Fitr (no school for students or staff)
April 11 - This Is Us!-A Celebration of Our Community of Families, 5:30-7 pm (BBES Cafeteria and Gym)
April 16 - Spring Picture Day (individual and class)
April 17 - Purple Up! Day
April 17 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm

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From BBES PTO: Boosterthon Registration & iCode Game Night (Updated)

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Fun Run Fundraiser - REGISTER TODAY!

Hello Bonnie Brae families! I hope you’ve seen the information about the upcoming Bonnie Brae Fun Run fundraiser for our school that kicks off on 03/07/2024! We’re excited for this year’s fitness and character-building fundraiser! The school’s goal is to raise $20,000 for technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more.

Watch this video featuring YouTube Trick Shot stars, Dude Perfect! https://vimeo.com/822079381/7d45649abf

In order for us to START strong - please register your family on MYBOOSTER.com NOW! Bonnie Brae PTO will provide a tshirt to all fun run participants- don’t miss out on the fun- register today!

iCode Game Night - Parents Night Out - THIS WEEKEND!

Mark your calendars for our next Parents Night Out event with iCode! This is such a popular fundraiser, so make sure to register before space runs out! Drop off your kiddos and go out and enjoy your evening... they'll have access to games like Minecraft and Roblox and will be served pizza and drinks! Cost is $30/student View the iCode flyer for more details.

When: Saturday, March 2nd from 6-9PM

Where: iCode in Burke

Who: Students grades K-6

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Fun Run Fundraiser - REGISTER TODAY!

Hi class families! I hope you’ve seen the information about the upcoming

Bonnie Brae Fun Run fundraiser for our school that kicks off on 03/07/2024! We’re excited for this year’s fitness and character-building fundraiser! The school’s goal is to raise $20,000 for technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more.

Watch this video featuring YouTube Trick Shot stars, Dude Perfect! https://vimeo.com/822079381/7d45649abf

In order for us to START strong - please register your family on MYBOOSTER.com NOW! Bonnie Brae PTO will provide a tshirt to all fun run participants- don’t miss out on the fun- register today!

iCode Game Night - Parents Night Out - THIS WEEKEND!

When: Saturday, March 2nd from 6-9PM

Where: iCode in Burke

Who: Students grades K-6

https://www.fcps.edu/student-tests-and-assessments/student-assessment-details/social-emotional-screener

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Bonnie Brae ES- Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

Our February SCA Spirit Day, Dress Up/Dress Down Day, was a huge hit today. It is always such a treat to see the enthusiasm and creativity that our students and staff bring to SCA Spirit Days!

Included in this week's Family Newsletter is information about our upcoming "This is Us!" cultural celebration. Please see below for more details on this great community event. We are excited to be able to showcase the amazing family traditions and cultures that make Bonnie Brae such a special place to be!

Be sure to also check out the PTO section below, with more info on the upcoming Boosterthon Fun Run, the March 21 basketball game, and more!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success. Next Week's Events

February 27 - Quarter 3 Interims Sent Home

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Love of Learning

Character Strengths: You master new topics on your own or in
school.

Quote of the Week: “For me, I am driven by two main philosophies: know
more today about the world than I knew yesterday and lessen the suffering of others. You’d be surprised how far that gets you.”

-NEIL deGRASSE TYSON

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...

You are never too old to enjoy a good book!

First graders in Ms. Imperato’s class participated in a Socratic Seminar to support their learning of poetry.

Read Across America

Monday, March 4 - Reading Makes Life More Colorful: Wear your favorite color!

Wednesday, March 6 - Let's Get Reading: Read a book with your favorite color in the title or on the cover.

Thursday, March 7 - Hats Off to Reading: Wear your favorite hat!

Friday, March 8 - Cozy Up with a Good Book: Bring a stuffed animal and read to them (stuffed animal must fit in backpack).

Purchase Your FCPS Purple Up! T-Shirt

Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, April 17, in recognition of our 14,000 enrolled military-connected students. Purple Up! t-shirts will be available for purchase through March 8, 2024. We are looking forward to celebrating Month of the Military Child with our Scottie community in April!

Kindergarten Orientation-Save the Date

Order Your 2023-2024 Bonnie Brae Yearbook!

***We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale on-site in June at a cost of $25 per yearbook. ***

Yearbooks are expected to arrive late-May/early June.

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

Students and staff enjoyed creating outfits for our Dress Up/Dress Down Spirit Day!

Student and Family Surveys

Family Engagement Survey to Open March 3

FCPS is partnering with independent research firm K12 Insight to administer a Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Sunday, March 3, to Friday, March 22. Your feedback is critical in helping FCPS to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs throughout the district. Survey topics include:

Welcoming environment
Communication
Student success
Advocacy
Family and school partnerships
Community partnerships

The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

Parents/caregivers will receive the survey link via email from K12 Insight. A public link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available in our front office. Please stay tuned for more information.

Share Your Thoughts on Schoology

FCPS will be conducting voluntary, anonymous surveys on the use of Schoology from Monday, March 11, to Friday, March 22. Surveys will be delivered to:

Elementary students (grades 3-6) through the Schoology App Center.
Secondary students via email from Naviance.

Student feedback will inform the school division’s use of Schoology and help improve its processes, communication, and professional learning for staff. FCPS’ Instructional Services Department will also be reaching out to families through focus groups.

Please contact [email protected] if you have questions.

Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener

If you have any questions, please reach out to our SEL Screener Lead, Cori Lonnett, at [email protected].

Bonnie Brae Fun Run | Register today!

The day is here! You can now register for our Bonnie Brae Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $20,000 for technology, field trips, PTO sponsored events, and more. Registering is easy and free!

⭐️ Register Now On MYBOOSTER.COM ⭐️

Be sure to check out the easy sharing functions on MYBOOSTER.COM to let others know how they can help support our school.

Thank you for working with us to make our school community continue to thrive. We are grateful for your support!

Mark your calendars with these key dates!

Bonnie Brae Fun Run Kickoff - 03/07/2024
Event Day - 03/18/2024

iCode Game Night - Parents Night Out - COMING SOON

When: Saturday, March 2nd from 6-9PM

Where: iCode in Burke

Who: Students grades K-6

Chipotle Restaurant Night - COMING SOON

Join us for one of our best fundraisers of the year where the PTO receives 33% of sales! So help do some good for the school community AND get some delicious dinner! View the Chipotle flyer.

When: Wednesday, March 6th from 4-8PM

Where: Chipotle on Burke Centre

Staff Appreciation Week Planning Committee

We need YOU to help shower our wonderful Bonnie Brae staff with love during Teacher Appreciation this May! Planning is a marathon, not a sprint, so we'll start meeting soon to brainstorm wonderful ideas and start working on logistics. Please reach out to [email protected] if you're interested in joining the planning committee!

BBES Staff Basketball Game

When: Thursday, March 21st - Doors open at 5:30pm and Game starts at 6:15pm

Where: Robinson SS Gym

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to make this a successful event! PLEASE sign up today so we have full coverage! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-47090807-bonnie

RunFit Kidz - Registration OPEN!!

RunFit Kidz registration is open! Register at https://www.runfitkidz.com and see the RunFit Kidz flyer for more details!

Spring After School Programs Registration - COMING SOON!

Information on the upcoming Spring session of after school clubs will be available soon! Make sure to keep an eye on the PTO website and Tuesday folders. Registration will open on Tuesday, March 12!

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March 2 - iCode Game Night, 6-9 pm
March 4-March 8 - Read Across America Week
March 5 - School Planning Day (no school for students)
March 6 - PTO Chipotle Restaurant Night, 4-8 pm
March 7 - Boosterthon Kickoff
March 12 - PTO Spring After School Programs Registration Opens
March 18 - Boosterthon Fun Run
March 21 - Bonnie Brae Basketball Game (Robinson Gym), 6-8 pm
March 22 - BBES Spirt Day
March 22 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am
March 25-March 29 - Spring Break (no school for students and teachers)
April 1 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
April 2 - Kindergarten Orientation, (time to be determined)
April 2 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
April 3 - Spring After-School Programs Begin
April 10 - Eid al Fitr (no school for students or staff)
April 11 - This Is Us!-A Celebration of Our Community of Families, 5:30-7 pm (BBES Cafeteria and Gym)
April 16 - Spring Picture Day (individual and class)
April 17 - Purple Up! Day
April 17 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm

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Bonnie Brae ES-Reminder: Parent Coffee and Spirit Day on Friday, 2/23

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BBES Spirit Day - Dress Up/Dress Down Day!

Friday, February 23rd is February's SCA Spirit Day, Dress Up/Dress Down Day! Come dressed fancy to the "9's," or dress down in PJs/sweats. As always, we encourage full participation by dressing up/down, or by wearing Bonnie Brae spirit wear colors of blue and white.

February Parent Coffee

Tomorrow, Friday, February 23rd we will host our next parent coffee. Bonnie Brae’s English for Speakers of Other Languages’ (ESOL) team will share information that will support the learning of not just our English learners, but all students. Please join us at 8:40 AM in the cafeteria.

Topics covered to include:

What is ESOL?
What is the role of the ESOL teacher?
What do students do when they work with an ESOL teacher?
How do ESOL teachers support Tier 1 practices for all students?
How can families support their children's learning at home?

We hope you can join us!

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From BBES ES & PTO-Winter Warmies, Staff Basketball Game, PTO Meeting, & Staff Appreciation

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Winter Warmies

The SCA sponsored a Winter Warmies drive to collect items for families in need. Please come to BBES from February 21-March 1 (8:45 AM-2:45 PM, and 3:30-4 PM, Monday-Friday) to select from items including coats, toiletries, and non-perishable food items. Upon arrival, please check in at the office and you will be directed where to go. Winter Warmies will also be open during the PTO meeting on February 21st from 5:30-7:30.

PTO Meeting TONIGHT: IN-PERSON

For just one hour of your month, you can connect with other parents and school admin staff, learn about all the great events and activities coming up, and hear about ways you can help make a positive impact in your child's school community! Join us for our next IN-PERSON PTO meeting! View our PTO flyer for details

When: TONIGHT, February 21st from 6-7PM

Where: BBES Cafeteria

Links: PTO Meeting Virtual Streaming Option (Google Meet Link)

BBES PTO Volunteer Opportunities

BBES Staff Basketball Game

When: Thursday, March 21st - Doors open at 5:30pm and Game starts at 6:15pm

Where: Robinson SS Gym

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to make this a successful event! PLEASE sign up today so we have full coverage! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACA72BA7F85-47090807-bonnie

Staff Appreciation Week Planning Committee

https://www.fcps.edu/student-tests-and-assessments/student-assessment-details/social-emotional-screener

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Bonnie Brae ES- Family Newsletter

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Hello, Scottie families!

Thank you to the PTO for organizing our GLOW Dance last Friday! The building was packed and full of glowing lights, neon, delicious food, fun music, lots of dancing, and tons of smiles! We also enjoyed our Valentine's Day lunch this week, and we are grateful that so many of our Scottie families were able to attend. What a great way to celebrate the Positivity Project character strength of love!

Next week on Friday, February 23, we have our February SCA Spirit Day, Dress Up/Dress Down Day! Come dressed fancy to the "9's," or dress down in PJ's/sweats. As always, we encourage full participation by dressing up/down, or by wearing Bonnie Brae spirit wear colors of blue and white.

A reminder that Monday is Presidents' Day and schools are closed. It looks like we might get some snow this evening...get out there and enjoy it!

Enjoy the long weekend with your family and friends, Scotties!

Morgan Birge, Principal

Natalie Vershaw, Assistant Principal

Melissa Johnson, Assistant Principal

Family. Relationships. Success. Next Week's Events

February 19 - George Washington's Birthday & Presidents' Day Holiday (no school for students and staff)
February 21 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm
February 23 - BBES Spirit Day: Dress Up/Dress Down Day
February 23 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am

Positivity Project

Upcoming Weekly Focus: Humility

Character Strengths: You do not seek the spotlight. You let your
actions speak for themselves.

Quote of the Week: “It is unwise to be too sure of one’s own wisdom. It is
healthy to be reminded that the strongest might
weaken and the wisest might err.”

-MAHATMA GANDHI

A few amazing highlights that happened this week...

Students, families, and staff enjoying our Valentine's Day Lunch!

Presidents Day (Holiday)

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, for the Presidents Day holiday. Learn more about Presidents Day in Britannica.com. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 20. See the complete school year calendar.

February Parent Coffee

On Friday, February 23rd we will host our next parent coffee. Bonnie Brae’s English for Speakers of Other Languages’ (ESOL) team will share information that will support the learning of not just our English learners, but all students. Please join us at 8:40 AM in the cafeteria.

Topics covered to include:

What is ESOL?
What is the role of the ESOL teacher?
What do students do when they work with an ESOL teacher?
How do ESOL teachers support Tier 1 practices for all students?
How can families support their children's learning at home?

We hope you can join us!

Read Across America

Monday, March 4 - Reading Makes Life More Colorful: Wear your favorite color!

Wednesday, March 6 - Let's Get Reading: Read a book with your favorite color in the title or on the cover.

Thursday, March 7 - Hats Off to Reading: Wear your favorite hat!

Friday, March 8 - Cozy Up with a Good Book: Bring a stuffed animal and read to them (stuffed animal must fit in backpack).

BBES Spirit Day - Dress Up/Dress Down Day

Our next Spirit Day, Dress Up/Dress Down Day, is on Friday, February 23rd. Come dressed to the "9's" or dress down in PJs!

Order Your 2023-2024 Bonnie Brae Yearbook!

***We will have a limited number of yearbooks for sale on-site in June at a cost of $25 per yearbook. ***

Yearbooks are expected to arrive late-May/early June.

Kindergarten Orientation-Save the Date

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.

Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School.

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener

If you have any questions, please reach out to our SEL Screener Lead, Cori Lonnett, at [email protected].

Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget Focused on Educational Excellence and Competitive Compensation

At the last School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid proposed a budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 that focuses on excellence and providing students an equitable education in an inclusive and respectful environment, where access, opportunity, and achievement are available to all.

The budget also prioritizes competitive compensation to attract and retain a world-class workforce.

The FY 2025 Proposed Budget totals $3.8 billion, an increase of $301.8 million, or 8.6%, over the FY 2024 Approved Budget. Nearly 86% of the budget is focused on instruction. Key highlights include:

Supporting students academically by maintaining existing class size formulas and providing necessary support to all students.
Retaining and attracting world-class educators with a 6% market scale adjustment.
Strengthening student well-being outside of the classroom with expanded athletics offerings, additional athletic trainers, and enhanced stipends for fine and performing arts.
Continuing initiatives including expansion of inclusive preschool, adoption of green initiatives, and funding assistant director of student activities positions previously funded with ESSER III.

Special education daily contract extensions, funding for the safety and security screening program, and late buses to support academics and activities at middle schools are several of the priorities to be addressed at the end of FY 2024.

The School Board is scheduled to adopt the Advertised Budget on Thursday, February 22. Read more about the proposed budget. Keep up with FCPS’ budget development process.

Help Students Achieve Their Dreams. Teach for FCPS!

Save the date! Attend FCPS’ instructional job fair on Saturday, February 24, 9 a.m.-noon, at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Network and take advantage of interview opportunities with representatives from various FCPS schools. Employment offers may be extended during the fair. Register today.

Our Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:

Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Graham Road Elementary School.
Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South County Middle School.
Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Terraset Elementary School.
Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Hybla Valley Elementary School.
Thursday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Poe Middle School.
Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School.

Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help FCPS plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge

The Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge will be held on Saturday, March 2, at 10:45 a.m., at Hayfield Secondary School. The event features a public tasting of student dishes and demonstrations from two local celebrated chefs.

The student challenge at the heart of this event is to create healthy, delicious, and culturally diverse school menu items that meet USDA guidelines. Entries will be judged by a panel including celebrity chefs, school food professionals, and local food producers. The public is invited to vote for their favorite dish.

Chefs Najmieh Batmanglij and Chris Morgan of Joon will offer a demonstration at 11:15 a.m. Public tasting of student dishes will get underway at noon.

Student-created dishes from this annual event have been featured on school menus throughout the Greater Washington Region. It is free to attend, but registration is required.

Fairfax County Science and Engineering Fair Open House

Members of the general public are invited to attend the science fair open house at Robinson Secondary School on Sunday, March 17, 1-3 p.m.

SOS Direct Donation Campaign - LAST DAY!

Donate today on the last day of Bonnie Brae PTO's DIRECT DONATION campaign, where all dollars go directly to supporting your children's school community! Click on the link and donate today! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/341b5732-1c1b-4d0b-97d0-6bc84b98d520

PTO Meeting Next Week - IN-PERSON

For just one hour of your month, you can connect with other parents and school admin staff, learn about all the great things events and activities coming up, and hear about ways you can help make a positive impact in your child's school community! Join us for our next IN-PERSON PTO meeting!

When: Wednesday, February 21st from 6-7PM

Where: BBES Cafeteria

Restaurant Night -- Mod Pizza!

The 6th Grade Class is having a restaurant night fundraiser at Mod Pizza on Sunday, February 18th, ALL DAY! Please come out and support our efforts to raise money for the end of year events. Bring the Mod Pizza flyer or order in advance using special code, MODGIVES20. We hope to see you there!

iCode Game Night - Parents Night Out - COMING SOON

When: Saturday, March 2nd from 6-9PM

Where: iCode in Burke

Who: Students grades K-6

Chipotle Restaurant Night - COMING SOON

Join us for one of our best fundraisers of the year where the PTO receives 33% of sales! So help do some good for the school community AND get some delicious dinner! View the Chipotle flyer.

When: Wednesday, March 6th from 4-8PM

Where: Chipotle on Burke Centre

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February 27 - Quarter 3 Interims Sent Home
March 2 - iCode Game Night, 6-9 pm
March 5 - School Planning Day (no school for students)
March 6 - PTO Chipotle Restaurant Night, 4-8 pm
March 7 - Boosterthon Kickoff
March 18 - Boosterthon Fun Run
March 21 - Bonnie Brae Basketball Game (Robinson Gym), 6-8 pm
March 22 - BBES Spirt Day
March 22 - Parent Coffee (BBES Cafeteria), 8:40-9:15 am
March 25-March 29 - Spring Break (no school for students and teachers)
April 1 - Teacher Workday (no school for students)
April 2 - Kindergarten Orientation, 2-3:45 pm
April 2 - Staff Development Day (no school for students)
April 3 - Spring After-School Programs Begin
April 10 - Eid al Fitr (no school for students or staff)
April 16 - Spring Picture Day (individual and class)
April 17 - PTO Meeting (In-Person), 6-7 pm

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From BBES PTO-Direct Donation Drive Ends Friday (Fixed Link)

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SOS Direct Donation Drive Ends FRIDAY!

We love our Scotties! During this day of love, consider supporting our Scotties as we wrap up the direct donation drive on Friday. We thank all families who have generously contributed so far to this fundraiser where 100% OF FUNDS go directly to supporting our Scotties and school community! Donate today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/341b5732-1c1b-4d0b-97d0-6bc84b98d520