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05/05-09 Teacher Appreciation Week
05/05 Family Food Market (3:45-4:30pm, Cafeteria)
05/07 Bike and Roll to School
Interim Reports Sent Home
05/09 Parent Coffee (9:00am-10:00am, Cafeteria)
Topic: Supporting Our Children Through Science
05/12 3-Hour Early Release -Dismissal time 12:20pm
05/23 SOL Window Closes
Parent Coffee (9:00am-10:00am, Cafeteria)
Topic: Summer Reading at Home
05/26 Memorial Day/ Student Holiday-No School
06/02 Family Food Market (3:45-4:30pm, Cafeteria)
06/10 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:00am – 10:00am, Gym)
06/11 Report Cards Go Home
Last day for Students
(2-Hr Early Student Release - Dismissal time 1:20 pm)
 We had an amazing kickoff to Earth Week! Our students put their green thumbs to work, beautifying our school grounds by collecting trash, branches, and other debris. What a fantastic way to celebrate our planet!
Check out the amazing letters from Ms. Martin's 2nd grade class! Their creative and detailed writing to folktale characters is truly impressive. Way to go, young authors!
Our 4th graders enjoyed a wonderful trip to the Kennedy Center last Thursday to see the National Symphony Orchestra! They made us so proud by demonstrating respectful, responsible, and safe behaviors – true Cougar pride in action!
On Wednesday, April 23rd, we took a moment to celebrate our incredible office staff for Administrative Professionals Day! Their hard work, dedication, and positive attitudes keep our school running smoothly. We are so grateful for everything they do!
ATES K-5 Parents_Alert: Our next 3-hour early release is coming up on Monday, 5/12. Please let us know if your child will be going home at 12:20pm or will need supervision until 3:20 pm via completing https://forms.gle/aqcvm3Hh2hsEwond7. If we do not receive a response from parents, we are required to keep your student until 3:20pm. Please let us know so we can ensure your child gets home safely on Monday. Thank you!
 Attend today, Achieve tomorrow!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of March, providing information on their SEL skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
Individual student SEL Screener results are available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.
For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the SEL Screener Results Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.
 Please visit www.campussurvivalkits.com/ates to shop ATES customized apparel. Enjoy free school delivery for orders placed from now through April 26! Flat rate $5 shipping fee applies for orders placed after April 26. A portion of all sales benefits the Annandale Terrace PTA — support your school while you shop!
Theatre 4 Kids Foundation has partnered with Annandale High School to provide an exciting opportunity for elementary students interested in the performing arts! We are offering 20 free tickets to Annandale High School's performance of Little Shop of Horrors on May 3 at 7:00 PM. Additional tickets are also available for purchase on the AnnandaleTheatre website https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15475/annandale-high-school-theatre . Not only is this a great way for the students to get more acquainted with their future school, it is also a perfect introduction to the theatre program at Annandale High School inspiring students to take a theatre class or be a part of productions in their future school years.
This offer is sponsored by the non-profit organization, Theatre 4 Kids Foundation, run by FCPS high school students with a mission to inspire the next generation of performers, artists, and technicians by providing unforgettable performing arts experiences for students and their families. More information can be found at our website: theatre4kids.org, or email us at theatre4kidsfoundation@gmail.com!
If you are interested, please click to complete the Google Form https://forms.gle/LtKoDP5JhbMzJy2x7 to apply for tickets! Tickets are limited and run out fast!
Measles cases continue to rise in the U.S. About 1 in 5 people who get measles end up in the hospital. Measles can cause severe complications like a lung infection (pneumonia), brain inflammation (encephalitis), and possibly death, even with medical care. Symptoms of measles typically include:
- High fever (may spike up to 104°F)
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- A rash that appears around 3-5 days after other symptoms begin. The rash typically starts on the face and spreads down the body.
The best way to protect a child from measles is by getting two doses of the combination measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine.
If you are unsure of your child's vaccination status or your personal vaccination status, talk to your health care provider. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your health care provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will begin finalizing the budget on Tuesday, May 6. The current advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million.
Without new revenue, such as the meals tax (adding just $2-3 to an average dining bill for a family of four), FCPS will face significant cuts.
What Is at Risk?
Go to fcps.edu/crossroads to see examples of where FCPS exceeds minimum state standards.
The Fairfax County Health Department and Fairfax County Public Schools School Health Services invite parents/caregivers of FCPS students to participate in a survey on satisfaction with school health room services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open until Monday, May 5.
Join the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School! During this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Learn about summer programs for children and resources from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and other fun activities. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
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