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April 7, 2024
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Dear Sleepy Hollow Families,
☀️ Safely View the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8th
A solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon and one that requires important safety reminders.
Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. At Sleepy Hollow Elementary School, we have been able to collect approved eyewear so that students can safely view the eclipse ONLY while wearing the glasses. This was a generous gift from the PTA and we are appreciative of their collaboration on this extraordinary event.
All students will be provided with a pair of ISO 12312-2 approved glasses at dismissal. Teachers will reinforce to students the importance of wearing the glasses.
Here are some important reminders:
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Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce it at home.
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Regular sunglasses are not good enough. We will be providing eyewear that has been approved for viewing.
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Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m. If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.
- https://www.fcps.edu/solar-eclipse
Staffing Updates: I am excited to share I have extended a request to hire for an ESOL teacher position and an early childhood special education instructional assistant
Staff Openings for 2023-2024'
- Early Childhood Special Ed. Instructional Assistant (1)
- Multiple Disabilities Teacher (2)
Important Upcoming Dates
April 10th - Eid Al-Fitr Holiday, No School
April 12th - Parent Coffee at Sleepy Hollow Library
April 13th - Parent Coffee at Willston Community Ctr
April 17 - Curriculum Night for Families, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Bus Transportation will be provided.
April 22 - Battle of the Books
May 1 - Sleepy Hollow AAP Orientation for Families
PTA Silent Auction - April 22 - April 28
SOL Testing Schedule
An early Eid Mubarak to our families who will be ending the season of Ramadan this week. Please see below for more information about this cultural observance. School will be closed on Wednesday in observance of this holiday.
FRYING PAN PARK SCHOOL FIELD TRIP!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are excited to announce an upcoming educational field trip to a local farm! This trip will be an enriching opportunity for all our students to connect with nature, learn about agriculture, and gain hands-on experience in a real-life farm setting.
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Permission Slips: Please ensure that your child returns the permission slip by Friday April 12th. A link to the field trip form is below. Please complete the form, print and return to school on April 3rd. SHES_FryingPanParkFieldTripForm.pdf
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Attire: We recommend dressing your child in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Since we'll be outdoors for much of the day, hats, sunscreen, and reusable water bottles are also encouraged.
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Lunch and Snacks: Students will be provided a school bagged lunch and a healthy snack.
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Chaperones - Every classroom is able to bring two adult chaperones on the school bus. Additional parents may attend the field trip and meet your student's class at the farm.
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Grade Level Dates of Field Trip
- Kindergarten & 5th Grade Monday April 15th
- 1st Grade & 4th Grade Wednesday April 17th
- 2nd Grade & 3rd Grade Friday April 19th
We believe that this farm field trip will provide valuable learning opportunities for our students, fostering a deeper understanding of agriculture and environmental stewardship. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Thank you for your support!
Sincerely,
Mirnaly Vega
From Barksdale Yearbook Co.:
Student/Parent Information
Online ordering of your yearbooks has been activated. Your student families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their order using the access code: 0038404YB
Middle School Start Time
⏰ Community Forums on Middle School Start Times
Fairfax County Public Schools is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Please attend the event that works best for your schedule:
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Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School.
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Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
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Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
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Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.
Registration is not required but does help with planning. Click one of the dates above to register. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.
🏫 Advertised Budget Focuses on Schools and Instruction
Investing in excellence means putting our dollars where it matters most — schools and instruction. Nearly 93% of FCPS full-time staff work directly in our schools. And nearly 86% of FCPS’ Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Advertised Budget is dedicated to instructional programs across all grade levels, including special education.
Only 5% of the advertised budget is for general support and central administration. Central office administrators represent only 0.8% of total full-time positions.
For more details on FCPS’ advertised budget, view budget documents, including the FY 2025 Budget Book.
Check out the Budget Calendar for important dates in the budget process as well as opportunities for the community to provide feedback
Register Today for the FCPS
Family Summit
Registration is open for the FCPS Family Summit, which will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources, along with a specially curated online component to provide supports for students with disabilities and their families.
Some of the topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
Lexia Night
📖 Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read
Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
Family Summit
Safe, Supported, Inclusive
FCPS Family Summit 2024
The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources, along with a specially curated online component to provide supports for students with disabilities and their families.
Some of the topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. The conference is being planned by several FCPS offices in collaboration with the Fairfax Alliance of Black School Educators, Black Women’s Educational Alliance - DC Chapter, Hispanic Educators Association, and Asian Educators Association.
This year’s theme is Safe, Supported, and Included, which aligns with Goal 2 of the FCPS Strategic Plan. More details will be available after spring break.
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