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PTA Information and Announcements

 

Get on board! Make connections. Families benefit. Our school benefits. Feel good. Floor nominations will be accepted at the last general PTA Meeting on Tue., May 14th, 7pm, WO Library. Paid PTA members may vote in person or via email by 5pm on May 14th. Meeting will also include vote on budget items. For more information, please email any of the following: Jenn Wainger, [email protected]; Christina Taylor, [email protected]; Jen Kang, [email protected]; Sheelagh Cabalda, wopta.[email protected]

 

 

Your Nominees for the 2024-2025 PTA Board are here!!

Nominees:

President: Christina Taylor

Recording Secretary: Massiel Martinez

Treasurer: Jennifer Wainger

Communications Secretary: Nathalie Ledford

Vice President – Fundraising: Alli Shrieves

Vice President – Student Support: Vacant (Nominations still encouraged!)

The PTA Vacant Positions and Floor Nominations:

While all required PTA Board positions have nominees, there is still one recommended position, VP for Student Support, that has none. The PTA Nominations Committee will continue to accept nominations (for any position) through May 14th. If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out via FB, email, carrier pigeon, etc.!

Floor nominations will also be accepted during the general PTA Meeting on May 14th.

Voting:

Voting will take place during the general PTA Meeting on, Tuesday, May 14th at 7pm. Paid PTA members may vote either in person or via email by 5pm on Tuesday. ([email protected].)

NOTE: If you are unable to attend the meeting in person, and choose to vote via email, you will not be able to vote for any proposed floor nominations.

WOES Field Day Information

It’s time once again for FIELD DAY!!! This is a massive event that takes loads of volunteers. Please donate some of your time and help to put a smile on your student’s face by running a station at Field Day on June 11. There is a sign up for grades 4-6 and a separate sign up for grades K-3. Field day can’t happen without volunteers. There will be multiple spots for each station. Last year the volunteer slots filled up fast! Times for each field day are listed in the links below.

Upper Grade (4-6) Field Day: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0945A5AB2AABF94-49330551-white

Lower Grade (K-3) Field Day: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0945A5AB2AABF94-49420314-white

Summer Camp

Register Today for FCPS Summer Camps

Registration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.

Inscríbase hoy para los Campamentos de Verano de FCPSLa inscripción para los campamentos de Educación Profesional y Técnica (CTE) de FCPS y los campamentos del Instituto para las Artes (IFTA/E-IFTA) cierra el viernes, 7 de junio. Los estudiantes elegibles para comidas gratis o a precio reducido no tienen que pagar matrícula. El transporte en autobús está disponible desde determinadas escuelas secundarias y escuelas intermedias de FCPS. Aprenda más sobre Aprendizaje y Diversión de Verano para Estudiantes.

Budget

FCPS 2025 Budget — What’s Happening NextThe next steps in FCPS’ budget process are:

• Tuesday, May 14: School Board holds a public hearing on the budget. Register to speak by 6:30 p.m., on Monday, May 13.
• Wednesday, May 15: Second day of School Board public hearings, if needed.
• Tuesday, May 21: School Board budget work session.
• Thursday, May 23: School Board adopts FCPS’ approved budget.

For more details on our budget, view FCPS budget documents.

Presupuesto FCPS 2025 - Lo que sigue

Los próximos pasos en el proceso del presupuesto de FCPS son:

• Martes, 14 de mayo: La Junta Escolar tiene una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto. Regístrese antes de las 6:30 p.m., el lunes, 13 de mayo para hablar en en la audiencia pública.

• Miércoles, 15 de mayo: Segundo día de audiencias públicas de la Junta Escolar, si es necesario.
• Martes, 21 de mayo: Sesión de trabajo de la Junta Escolar sobre el presupuesto.
• Jueves, 23 de mayo: La Junta Escolar adopta el presupuesto aprobado de FCPS.

Para más detalles sobre nuestro presupuesto, vea los documentos del presupuesto de FCPS.

Required Immunizations

Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine. Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

Vacunas obligatorias para los que ingresan al 7º y 12º grado

Las vacunas son obligatorias para todos los estudiantes que entrarán a los grados 7 y 12 este otoño. Visite la página web de inmunización de FCPS para aprender sobre las vacunas requeridas.  

Los cuidadores deben pedir a su proveedor de atención médica privado o al departamento de salud que revise el registro de vacunación de su estudiante para asegurarse de que su estudiante ha recibido estas vacunas requeridas. 

Es importante programar las vacunas a principios del verano, ya que los estudiantes de séptimo grado deben presentar la documentación de las vacunas Tdap y Meningocócica antes de comenzar la escuela en agosto. Los estudiantes de duodécimo grado deben presentar la documentación de la vacuna antimeningocócica.

Obtenga más información sobre todos los requisitos de vacunación de los estudiantes.

Summer Extravaganza

Enjoy Learning, Fun, and Helpful Information at the Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. In addition to learning activities, enjoy tips and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

¡Disfrute Aprendiendo, Diversión e Información Útil en el Evento de Un Verano Extraordinario! Venga a la Escuela Secundaria Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., ¡para el evento de FCPS "Un Verano Extraordinario! Las familias están invitadas a participar en actividades educacionales diseñadas para despertar curiosidad e inspirar crecimiento. Además de las actividades de aprendizaje, disfrute de consejos e información útil para las familias. Disfrute de la pintura de caras, comida, música, un brincolin , un zoológico de mascotas, hora del cuento, y actuaciones de los estudiantes - ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas!

Visite la página web Summer Extravaganza para obtener más información e inscríbase para asistir. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

 

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Speech Pathologist Day
• Memorial Day Holiday
• PTA Zoom Meeting - Tuesday May 14th @ 7PM

 

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PTA Information and Announcements

Get on board! Make connections. Families benefit. Our school benefits. Feel good. Curious about joining the PTA board or leading a committee? Pop in on any of the following dates, look for the PTA is in sign:

• , May 7th, 9am>> Morning dropoff 
• , May 10th, 4pm>> Afternoon dismissal

Floor nominations will be accepted at the last general PTA Meeting on Tue., May 14th, 7pm, WO Library. For more information, please email any of the following: Jenn Wainger, [email protected]; Christina Taylor, [email protected]; Jen Kang, [email protected]; Sheelagh Cabalda, wopta.[email protected]

 

Teacher Staff Appreciation Week is May 6-10. Events, donations and volunteer signups are here: https://linktr.ee/WOES_TSAW (see attached flyer).

 

 

Yearbook Orders Extended Ombuds

FCPS Ombuds Provides Confidential GuidanceThe Office of the Ombuds engages with families, students, and staff to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, offer options to resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.  

Anyone seeking assistance from the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email [email protected], visit their webpage, or submit a question. Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.

La Oficina del " Ombuds" de FCPS Ofrece Orientación Confidencial

La Oficina del Ombuds se compromete con las familias, los estudiantes y el personal para ofrecer recursos y mejorar la experiencia de todos y cada uno de los miembros de la comunidad de FCPS. Trabajan como un recurso confidencial independiente para ayudar a obtener respuestas a preguntas, ofrecer opciones para resolver inquietudes y escuchar quejas relacionadas con asuntos de FCPS.  

Cualquier persona que busque ayuda de la Oficina del Ombuds puede llamar al 571-423-4014, enviar un correo electrónico a [email protected], o visitar su página web, donde puede Enviar una Pregunta. El personal del Ombuds no cambia ni toma decisiones, políticas o reglamentos; no toma partido ni proporciona asesoría legal.

Required Immunizations

Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine. Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

Vacunas obligatorias para los que ingresan al 7º y 12º grado

Las vacunas son obligatorias para todos los estudiantes que entrarán a los grados 7 y 12 este otoño. Visite la página web de inmunización de FCPS para aprender sobre las vacunas requeridas.  

Los cuidadores deben pedir a su proveedor de atención médica privado o al departamento de salud que revise el registro de vacunación de su estudiante para asegurarse de que su estudiante ha recibido estas vacunas requeridas. 

Es importante programar las vacunas a principios del verano, ya que los estudiantes de séptimo grado deben presentar la documentación de las vacunas Tdap y Meningocócica antes de comenzar la escuela en agosto. Los estudiantes de duodécimo grado deben presentar la documentación de la vacuna antimeningocócica.

Obtenga más información sobre todos los requisitos de vacunación de los estudiantes.

Kindergarten Registration

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. 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. 

We are happy to support families with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For more information in other languages, visit FCPS’ Kindergarten Registration webpage.

 ¡Es El Momento de Inscribirse al Kindergarten!

Asistir al kindergarten les ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de aprender y practicar las habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán durante toda su vida. Los niños que cumplen con los requisitos también pueden inscribirse durante el verano, pero inscribir a su hijo con anticipación nos ayuda a planificar, de modo que tengamos los maestros y los recursos necesarios el primer día de clases. 

Estamos encantados de ayudar a las familias con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para obtener más información en otros idiomas, visite la página web de FCPS Registro para el Kindergarten.

IFTA/E-IFTA Camps

Summer Arts CampDon’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

Campamento Artístico de Verano¡No te pierdas el programa de enriquecimiento artístico más divertido de este verano!  En el Instituto Elemental para las Artes (E-IFTA), los estudiantes toman clases de arte, música, teatro y baile  todos los días. E-IFTA es para estudiantes de segundo a quinto grado. Más información en la página web de E-IFTA. Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] con cualquier pregunta.

Budget

Give Your Feedback on the Budget

We are now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback:

• Tuesday, May 7: The County Board of Supervisors adopts its budget, tax rates, and transfer amount to FCPS. 
• Tuesday, May 14: The School Board holds a public hearing on the FCPS budget.
• Thursday, May 23: The School Board adopts FCPS’ approved budget.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget and see the full Budget Development Calendar.

 

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Orthodox Good Friday (teacher work day)
• School Lunch Hero Day
• National Fentanyl Awareness Day
• Bike to School day 
• Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• National School Nurse Day
• Chorus Concert - Wednesday, May 8th 
• PTA Zoom Meeting - Tuesday May 14th @ 7PM

 

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PTA Information and Announcements

• Get on board! Make connections. Families benefit. Our school benefits. Feel good. Curious about joining the PTA board or leading a committee? Pop in on any of the following dates (stay tuned for details):

  • , Apr. 29th, 9.30am>> Coffee meetup, Lil Cow Cafe, 6409 Shiplett Blvd. *** We have reserved a table.
  • , Apr. 30th, 7pm>> Monthly Board/Chairs Meeting via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84110552271?pwd=VUhRV3l1emp1Q3JIa25SdDBad08xQT09 Meeting ID: 841 1055 2271 ll Passcode: WOPTA2024
  • , May 7th, 9am>> Morning dropoff 
  • , May 10th, 4pm>> Afternoon dismissal

  Floor nominations will be accepted at the last general PTA Meeting on Tue., May 14th, 7pm, WO Library. For more information, please email any of the following: Jenn Wainger, [email protected]; Christina Taylor, [email protected]; Jen Kang, [email protected]; Sheelagh Cabalda, wopta.[email protected].  

   

Time To Order Your Yearbook Multilingual Phone Lines

Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho Idiomas

Padres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS.  Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Attendance

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

SPANISH:¡Asiste hoy, Tener Éxito Mañana!A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que los estudiantes se mantengan comprometidos, asistan a la escuela y terminen con fuerza. Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener recursos sobre la asistencia.

Kindergarten Registration

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. 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. 

We are happy to support families with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For more information in other languages, visit FCPS’ Kindergarten Registration webpage.

 ¡Es El Momento de Inscribirse al Kindergarten!

Asistir al kindergarten les ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de aprender y practicar las habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán durante toda su vida. Los niños que cumplen con los requisitos también pueden inscribirse durante el verano, pero inscribir a su hijo con anticipación nos ayuda a planificar, de modo que tengamos los maestros y los recursos necesarios el primer día de clases. 

Estamos encantados de ayudar a las familias con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para obtener más información en otros idiomas, visite la página web de FCPS Registro para el Kindergarten.

IFTA/E-IFTA Camps

Summer Arts CampDon’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

Campamento Artístico de Verano¡No te pierdas el programa de enriquecimiento artístico más divertido de este verano!  En el Instituto Elemental para las Artes (E-IFTA), los estudiantes toman clases de arte, música, teatro y baile  todos los días. E-IFTA es para estudiantes de segundo a quinto grado. Más información en la página web de E-IFTA. Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] con cualquier pregunta.

Budget

Give Your Feedback on the Budget

We are now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback:

• Tuesday, May 7: The County Board of Supervisors adopts its budget, tax rates, and transfer amount to FCPS. 
• Tuesday, May 14: The School Board holds a public hearing on the FCPS budget.
• Thursday, May 23: The School Board adopts FCPS’ approved budget.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget and see the full Budget Development Calendar.

 

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Orthodox Good Friday (teacher work day)
• School Lunch Hero Day
• National Fentanyl Awareness Day
• Bike to School day 
• Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• National School Nurse Day

 

6130 Shiplett Blvd., Burke, VA 22015  | Main Office: 703.923.1400

Attendance: 703.923.1430 | Web | Twitter

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PTA Information and Announcements

• Get on board! Make connections. Families benefit. Our school benefits. Feel good. Curious about joining the PTA board or leading a committee? Pop in on any of the following dates (stay tuned for details):

  •  Apr. 29th, 9.30am >> Coffee meetup 
  •  Apr. 30th, 7pm >> Monthly Board/Chairs Meeting via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84110552271?pwd=VUhRV3l1emp1Q3JIa25SdDBad08xQT09 Meeting ID: 841 1055 2271 ll Passcode: WOPTA2024
  •  May 7th, 9am >> Morning dropoff 
  •  May 10th, 4pm >> Afternoon dismissal

  Floor nominations will be accepted at the last general PTA Meeting on Tue., May 14th, 7pm, in person. For more information, please email any of the following: Jenn Wainger, [email protected]; Christina Taylor, [email protected]; Jen Kang, [email protected]; Sheelagh Cabalda, wopta.[email protected]. -- PTA updates can be found at whiteoaks.ptboard.com and  https://www.facebook.com/groups/whiteoakspta .

Multicultural Night Art Contest Winners.

Multicultural Night Art Contest winners are: 

1st Grade

• 1st place >> Jazmine Rojas (Laguna)
• 2nd place >> Arman Sangha (Frey)

2nd Grade

• 1st place >> Sky Lu (Burns)
• 2nd place >> Layla Moore (Tuttle)

3rd Grade

• 1st place >> Ethan Yang (Holmes)
• 2nd place >> Jayden Rojas (Giffear)

4th Grade

• 1st place >> Ana Ramirez-Cardenas (Brotemarkle)

5th Grade

• 1st place >> Joyce Chung (Darden)
• 2nd place >> Hannah Lorrigan (Darden)

6th Grade

• 1st place >> Avery Smith (Gilbert) 
• 2nd place >> Isabel Arenas (Gilbert)

Their artwork along with all submissions will be displayed at Multicultural Night, Fri., Apr. 19th, 6-8pm. Winners will receive gift cards for their artwork.

Time To Order Your Yearbook Autism Acceptance Week at WOES Advanced Academic Orientation

Full Time Eligible AAP students in rising 3-6th grade and their Families are encouraged to attend White Oaks’ Full Time AAP Center Orientation on Thursday, April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in the White Oaks Cafeteria. Parents will learn what sets the AAP program apart from the general education classroom and engage in a Q+A session with AAP teachers and current parents of AAP students, while students will engage in an AAP activity with our AAP teachers and talk with current AAP students. Everyone will have an opportunity to take a tour of the school. Questions? Please contact our Advanced Academic Resource Teachers, Susan Lattuca ([email protected]) or Dana Harlan ([email protected]). Hope to see you there!

SEL Screener Results

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

FCPS students in grades 3-12 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. 

In late April, individual student SEL Screener results will be available for 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. 

Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact Mrs. Mejia or Mrs. Bush. 

Spanish:Estudiantes de FCPS en grados 3-12 tomaron la Encuesta de Aprendizaje Social y Emocional (SEL) durante marzo, proveyendo información actualizada en habilidades como alcanzar metas, entender y manejar emociones, establecer y mantener relaciones con adultos y compañeros, y tomar decisiones responsables. El SEL Screener también ayuda a los estudiantes a evaluar los esfuerzos de su comunidad escolar para que se sientan valorados, incluidos y apoyados. A finales de abril, los resultados individuales del SEL Screener estarán disponibles para las familias en la sección Documentos de SIS ParentVUE. Para las familias que no tengan una cuenta activa en ParentVUE, los resultados se enviarán por correo postal. Para más información sobre el cuestionario, por favor visite la página web del cuestionario de Aprendizaje Social-Emocional (SEL). Para obtener ayuda para entender los resultados individuales de su estudiante o ideas sobre cómo apoyarlos en casa, por favor revise la Guía Familiar o póngase en contacto con el maestro o Mrs. Mejia or Mrs. Bush.

IFTA/E-IFTA Camps

Summer Arts CampDon’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

Campamento Artístico de Verano¡No te pierdas el programa de enriquecimiento artístico más divertido de este verano!  En el Instituto Elemental para las Artes (E-IFTA), los estudiantes toman clases de arte, música, teatro y baile  todos los días. E-IFTA es para estudiantes de segundo a quinto grado. Más información en la página web de E-IFTA. Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] con cualquier pregunta.

Middle School Start Times - Virtual Date Added!

Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

FCPS 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. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School. 
• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:

• Lunes 29 de abril, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Glasgow. 
• Lunes 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Whitman.
• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias.

Budget

Give Your Feedback on the Budget

We are now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback:

• Tuesday, May 7: The County Board of Supervisors adopts its budget, tax rates, and transfer amount to FCPS. 
• Tuesday, May 14: The School Board holds a public hearing on the FCPS budget.
• Thursday, May 23: The School Board adopts FCPS’ approved budget.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget and see the full Budget Development Calendar.

 

• Quarter End
• Month of the Military Child
• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• Multicultural Night - April 19th at WOES 6:00 PM
• Passover
• Theravada New Year

 

6130 Shiplett Blvd., Burke, VA 22015  | Main Office: 703.923.1400

Attendance: 703.923.1430 | Web | Twitter

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PTA Information and Announcements

• Get on board! Make connections. Families benefit. Our school benefits. Feel good. Curious about joining the PTA board or leading a committee? Stay tuned for in person and zoom opportunities to chat with board members and committee chairs, weeks of April 29 and May 6. Floor nominations will be accepted at the last general PTA Meeting on Tue., May 14th, 7pm, in person. For more information, please email any of the following: Jenn Wainger, [email protected]; Christina Taylor, [email protected]; Jen Kang, [email protected]; Sheelagh Cabalda, wopta.[email protected].
• PTA updates can be found at whiteoaks.ptboard.com and  https://www.facebook.com/groups/whiteoakspta .

Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show Military-Connected Student Celebration

• Join us as we celebrate our military-connected students, week of April 15th (flyer attached). Purple Up is Wed., Apr. 17th when we laud our special families with breakfast! 

Spring Photos

Thank you for a successful Spring Picture Day.

Spring Portraits are now available to view and order online! All orders will include free shipping for the next two weeks until April 26.

Please remember, the online code is the Student ID Number.                              vosphoto.com/uc

Parent questions/concerns regarding portraits can be directed to [email protected]

Multicultural Night

• Multicultural Night is Fri., Apr. 19th, 6-8pm. We will honor our diversity, nourish our spirits, and strengthen our community in food, performance, and cultural festivities. Look for the 'love' hearts in different languages in the lobby. If you would like to volunteer for Multicultural Night, please sign up here:  https://tinyurl.com/MN2024volunteer .

Advanced Academic Orientation

Full Time Eligible AAP students in rising 3-6th grade and their Families are encouraged to attend White Oaks’ Full Time AAP Center Orientation on Thursday, April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in the White Oaks Cafeteria. Parents will learn what sets the AAP program apart from the general education classroom and engage in a Q+A session with AAP teachers and current parents of AAP students, while students will engage in an AAP activity with our AAP teachers and talk with current AAP students. Everyone will have an opportunity to take a tour of the school. Questions? Please contact our Advanced Academic Resource Teachers, Susan Lattuca ([email protected]) or Dana Harlan ([email protected]). Hope to see you there!

Budget

Give Your Feedback on the Budget

We are now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback:

• Tuesday, April 16, through Thursday, April 18: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors conducts public hearings on the county budget. Sign up to speak.  
• Tuesday, May 7: The County Board of Supervisors adopts its budget, tax rates, and transfer amount to FCPS. 
• Tuesday, May 14: The School Board holds a public hearing on the FCPS budget.
• Thursday, May 23: The School Board adopts FCPS’ approved budget.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget and see the full Budget Development Calendar.

Family Summit

Register Today for the FCPS Family SummitRegistration 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.

 

• Quarter End
• Month of the Military Child
• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• Purple Up! Day - April 17th
• Passover
• Theravada New Year

 

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Last Chance to Register - Literacy Night Carnival

Please fill out one of the forms below to let us know if you will attend!  You must register and have a ticket for this event.

RSVP for White Oaks Literacy Night

OR

Confirmar su Asistencia para Noche del Carnaval de Lecto Escritura de White Oaks

Multicultural Night

Multicultural Night is Fri., Apr. 19th. To participate in Multicultural Night, register here: https://tinyurl.com/WOMN2024 . Please be sure to submit your hearts, 'love' in different languages, by April 5th. Families can participate in Multicultural Night in the following ways:

• Wear traditional dress
• Cook up a dish to share
• Create a heritage museum display based on a holiday
• Perform a cultural dance, song, etc. 
• Submit your entry to the art contest
• Attend as a general participant

If you would like to volunteer for Multicultural Night, please sign up here: 

https://tinyurl.com/MN2024volunteer

Advanced Academic Spring Update

Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Screening for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners.

Screening for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services Students can be screened for subject specific and part time AAP services at any time in the school year. However, in the spring, schools review data on all students to determine services for the start of the next school year.

• Parents or guardians can initiate the screening process at anytime by submitting the AAP School-Based Services (Level II-III) Referral Form to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) by April 19th. Please email Susan Lattuca ([email protected]) or Dana Harlan ([email protected]) for more information. 
• The AAP School-Based Services (Level II-III) Referral Form may be found at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs-aap/advancedacademic-program-aap-forms or by searching “AAP Forms” at https://www.fcps.edu/
• Parents or guardians who submit a referral will be notified by the local elementary school of their student’s eligibility status in early June. 

Screening Process for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services 

Multiple criteria are reviewed holistically to determine eligibility for all FCPS advanced academic services. Committees consider student work from opportunities with AAP lessons, examples of student reasoning or gifted behaviors from class discussions and activities, progress reports, achievement and ability scores, and parent or guardian input. Committees consider whether students have access to a group of students with similar academic needs to support academic conversations and growth in the classroom. 

Appeals Process for Subject Specific (Level II) and Part-Time (Level III) Services If a parent or guardian wishes to appeal an ineligible decision, they may submit an appeal with new data for consideration by the local school screening committee. 

This new information should be submitted to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher.

Subject Specific and Part-Time Services Overview Subject Specific and Part-Time Services in Elementary School 

FCPS offers a continuum of advanced academic services for all students in Grades K-12. The continuum of services approach allows for a focus on matching services to students’ needs rather than labeling students. 

Students have:

• Multiple entry points for deeper learning opportunities in specific areas of need as they develop. 
• A cluster group of students with similar academic needs to support student learning and growth. 

AAP Explanation of Levels of Service

Teachers, administrators, and Advanced Academic Resource Teachers (AARTs) work together to provide the following levels of school-based services at the elementary level: 

Access to Rigor, Grades K-6 (Level I) 

All students have opportunities to think critically, reason, and problem-solve.

• All teachers use critical and creative thinking strategies in their lessons 
• Classroom teachers provide opportunities using materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework a minimum of once per quarter.

Because Access to Rigor services are for all FCPS students, there is not a screening process. 

Subject Specific Advanced Differentiation, Grades K-6 (Level II) 

Some students require differentiation beyond the needs of age-level peers in their class in at least one specific subject area. 

Classroom teachers may adjust instruction for students in these areas by:

• Providing different assignments and resources in those subjects,
• Grouping students by their strengths, interests, and readiness, and 
• Providing additional challenges using materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework. 

Student needs for subject specific differentiation are re-evaluated each year at the local school. 

Part-Time Advanced Academic Programs, Grades 3-6 (Level III) 

Some students have advanced academic abilities in multiple subject areas and require differentiation beyond the needs of age-level peers in their class in multiple content areas.

• Students work with other students that have similar academic needs through weekly pull-out classes or weekly co-taught lessons with the AART and classroom teacher. 
• Teachers provide frequent opportunities to use materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework in Language Arts, science, social studies, and/or mathematics. 

Part-time services continue through Grade 6. Students do not need to be evaluated each year. 

Full-Time Advanced Academic Program Information, Grades 3-8 (Level IV) 

Some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science).  

Students eligible for full-time AAP services are cluster grouped on a full-time basis and receive: 

• Full-time use of materials from the AAP Curriculum Framework in Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, and 
• Curriculum that is differentiated through acceleration, depth, and complexity of content. 

Full-time services continue through Grade 8. Students do not need to be evaluated each year.

Screening for Full-Time (Level IV) Services Screening Timeline for Full-Time Services 

Screening for full-time (level IV) AAP services happens at the district/central level rather than by local schools. 

For your planning for next school year, please know that screening for full-time (level IV) services occurs during two specific screening cycles: 

• Fall screening is available for students who are new to FCPS since January. Fall referrals are due October 15, annually.
• Spring screening is available for any Grade 2-7 FCPS-enrolled student. The referral window is from the first day of school - December 15, annually. 

For more information, please visit the AAP website at: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/advancedacademics-identification-and-placement/current-fcps-students. 

If you have questions about the AAP levels of service or the screening process, please reach out to our AARTs, Susan Lattuca ([email protected]) or Dana Harlan ([email protected]).

Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Services Internal Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians of FCPS students. Parents/guardians will be asked for feedback on the level of satisfaction with School Health services provided to the school community. The survey will be distributed electronically via FCPS This Week. The survey window is April 15 - April 26, 2024.

Survey link: www.redcap.link/FCHDSchoolHealthSurvey.

Survey results will provide a basis for quality improvement of School Health services. The data-driven process is in alignment with the FCPS Strategic planning process, and the survey results will contribute positively to the FCPS Strategic Plan that reflects a shared consensus among stakeholders.

Budget

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. 

El Presupuesto Anunciado se Centra en las Escuelas y la InstrucciónInvertir en la excelencia significa invertir nuestros dólares donde más importa - las escuelas y la instrucción. Casi 93% del personal de tiempo completo de FCPS trabaja directamente en nuestras escuelas. Y casi 86% de nuestro Presupuesto Anunciado para el Año Fiscal (AF) 2025 está dedicado a programas de instrucción en todos los niveles de grado, incluyendo educación especial. Sólo 5% del presupuesto anunciado es para apoyo general y para la administración central. Los administrativos de las oficinas centrales solo representan 0.8% del total de posiciones de tiempo completo.Para más detalles sobre el presupuesto anunciado de FCPS, vea los documentos del presupuesto, incluyendo el Libro de Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2025. La división está en medio del proceso anual de presupuesto, que incluye oportunidades para comentarios de la comunidad. Vea el Calendario del Presupuesto para fechas y detalles importantes. 

 

Family Summit

Register Today for the FCPS Family SummitRegistration 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.

Equity Award

Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award

The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families. Read more about Dr. Bussey. 

This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium on Tuesday, June 18.

Full details and the nomination information form are available on the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.

Nominaciones abiertas para el Premio Bussey Memorial Equity Award

El Comité de Supervisión de los Logros de los Estudiantes Minoritarios (MSAOC) patrocina el Premio a la Equidad Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial para honrar el legado del Dr. Bussey, miembro fundador del MSAOC y defensor desde hace mucho tiempo de los estudiantes y las familias. Lea más sobre el Dr. Bussey.  

Este premio reconoce al personal o miembros de la comunidad que han demostrado esfuerzos significativos e impactantes para mejorar las experiencias educativas y los resultados de los estudiantes de grupos marginados o desatendidos.

Cualquier empleado de FCPS, estudiante, o miembro de la comunidad puede nominar a un individuo o grupo para el premio. Todos los materiales de nominación deben ser enviados antes del miércoles, 1 de mayo.  El ganador será reconocido en el Simposio de Equidad de FCPS el martes, 18 de junio.

Todos los detalles y el formulario de nominación están disponibles en el sitio web del Premio de Equidad conmemorativo al Dr. Lawrence Bussey. 

Middle School Start Times

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: 

• Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School. 
• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• 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.  

Foros Comunitarios sobre los Horarios de Inicio de las Escuelas IntermediasLas Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax están explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invitan al público a formar parte del proceso. En todos los foros se hará la misma presentación y se ofrecerán las mismas oportunidades para hacer comentarios. Por favor, asista al evento que mejor se adapte a su horario: 

• Lunes 29 de abril, de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Glasgow. 
• Lunes, 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Whitman.
• Lunes, 20 de mayo, de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo,de 6 a 8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Frost. 

La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero ayuda a planificar. Haga clic en la fecha del acto para inscribirse. Habrá servicio de interpretación y guardería. Más información sobre el proyecto de exploración de los horarios de inicio de la enseñanza media.  

Lexia Night

Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read

FCPS funds the use of Lexia for all elementary and middle schools as part of their literacy instruction. Lexia is a computer-based program that supplements classroom instruction to help students develop literacy skills. It also provides teachers with data to identify students who need additional support and the ability to know which specific concepts and skills to prioritize.Attend a virtual information night on Tuesday, April 9, to learn more about Lexia and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom to support student growth. Participants will also get tips for supporting their students at home. 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.

 

• Quarter End
• Month of the Military Child
• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• Eid al-Fitr
• National Assistant Principals Week
• Literacy Carnival - April 11th

 

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Spring Break has Arrived

Hello White Oaks Families!

Spring has sprung, and so has spring break!

It's been a fantastic school your thus far filled with learning and growth. Now, it's time for our amazing students to take a well-deserved break, relax, and recharge.

Whether you're planning a trip, staying home for some family fun, or simply enjoying the sunshine, I hope you all have a safe and joyful spring break!

We look forward to seeing everyone’s smiling faces back in the classroom on Wednesday, April 3rd.

Have a safe and enjoyable Spring Break!

Sincerely,

Ryan Richardson, Tanya Siwik, and Dana Chen

White Oaks Main Office Hours Update

Please be aware the the main office will be closed during Spring Break.  The office will resume regular hours on Monday, April 1st.

Save the Date - Literacy Night Carnival

Please fill out one of the forms below to let us know if you will attend!  Forms are due by March 22.  We can’t wait to see you!

RSVP for White Oaks Literacy Night

OR

Confirmar su Asistencia para Noche del Carnaval de Lecto Escritura de White Oaks

Multicultural Night

Multicultural Night is Fri., Apr. 19th. To participate in Multicultural Night, register here: https://tinyurl.com/WOMN2024 . Please be sure to submit your hearts, 'love' in different languages, by April 5th. Families can participate in Multicultural Night in the following ways:

• Wear traditional dress
• Cook up a dish to share
• Create a heritage museum display based on a holiday
• Perform a cultural dance, song, etc. 
• Submit your entry to the art contest
• Attend as a general participant

If you would like to volunteer for Multicultural Night, please sign up here: 

https://tinyurl.com/MN2024volunteer

Budget

 

New Athletic Opportunities for Students

The FCPS advertised budget for next school year expands high school athletics with boys volleyball and girls wrestling, giving students more ways to nurture their passion and enhance their well-being. FCPS is now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. See the Budget Calendar for details. Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget.

Nuevas Oportunidades Atléticas para Estudiantes

El presupuesto anunciado de FCPS para el próximo año escolar expande el atletismo de las escuelas secundarias con voleibol de varones y lucha libre de mujeres, dándoles a los estudiantes más maneras de cultivar su pasión y mejorar su bienestar. FCPS está ahora en medio del proceso anual de presupuesto, que incluye oportunidades para que usted dé su opinión. Vea el Calendario de Presupuesto para detalles. Aprenda más sobre el Presupuesto Anunciado del Año Fiscal 2025 de FCPS.

Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces

New Regulation on Meditation and Silent 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 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 [the principal/family liaison/their child’s teacher] regarding accommodations. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Guidelines for Religious Activities webpage for more information.

Nueva Regulación sobre Espacios de Meditación y Reflexión

FCPS ha desarrollado el Reglamento 1502 para asegurar que todos los estudiantes y el personal tengan acomodaciones razonables y acceso a espacios de meditación y reflexión en silencio dentro de la división escolar. La regulación provee una guía para las escuelas sobre cómo manejar las solicitudes de reflexión silenciosa durante el tiempo de instrucción y no instrucción, y para que los estudiantes puedan faltar a la escuela para actividades religiosas.

Estos espacios son para que los individuos puedan dedicarse a la oración, la meditación o la reflexión en silencio, independientemente de sus creencias religiosas o no religiosas. Los padres/cuidadores deben proporcionar un permiso por escrito para dar permiso a estudiantes que falten a clase con regularidad. Se les aconseja a las familias que se comuniquen con el director/enlace de familias/el maestro de su hijo con respecto a las acomodaciones. Visite la página web de FCPS Pautas para Actividades Religiosas para obtener más información.

Updated COVID Recommendations

Updated COVID Recommendations

In accordance with the updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) respiratory virus guidance, FCPS and the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) have updated school COVID-19 recommendations.

The COVID-19 isolation period of five days is no longer recommended. 

New respiratory virus guidance applies to respiratory viral illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Students who have symptoms of, test positive for, or have been diagnosed with a respiratory virus may return to school when the student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; AND the student’s symptoms have improved or resolved. 

Students should follow additional precautions as outlined per the CDC upon resumption of normal activities. 

Should I Send My Child to School?

Please refer to the chart on this attendance webpage if your child is experiencing symptoms or illnesses, and you are unsure if they should go to school. 

Thank you for helping keep our students and staff healthy.

Family Summit

Safe, Supported, and Included — the 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.

Middle School Start Times

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. Prismatic Services, Inc., an educational consulting firm, will lead the forums. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Please attend the event that works best for your schedule: 

• Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School. 
• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• 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. 

Lexia Night

Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read

FCPS funds the use of Lexia for all elementary and middle schools as part of their literacy instruction. Lexia is a computer-based program that supplements classroom instruction to help students develop literacy skills. It also provides teachers with data to identify students who need additional support and the ability to know which specific concepts and skills to prioritize.Attend a virtual information night on Tuesday, April 9, to learn more about Lexia and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom to support student growth. Participants will also get tips for supporting their students at home. 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.

VIP Camp

Summer Camp for Middle Schoolers 

All rising middle schoolers are invited to attend a summer of fun and leisure with VIP Camp. VIP Camp — which takes place Monday, July 1, to Thursday, August 1 — is designed to encourage teens to develop healthy and positive recreation interests and features a wide variety of leisure activities and programs. 

Registration is open. VIP Camp costs $100 to attend. Reach out to your school's after-school specialist for scholarship availability due to financial hardship. This camp is sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools and Fairfax County’s Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. 

 

• Quarter End
• Spring Break
• Month of the Military Child
• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• Eid al-Fitr
• National Assistant Principals Week
• Spring Break - March 25 - 29
• Student Holidays - April 1 and 2 - No school for students

 

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Save the Date - Literacy Night Carnival

Please fill out one of the forms below to let us know if you will attend!  Forms are due by March 22.  We can’t wait to see you!

RSVP for White Oaks Literacy Night

OR

Confirmar su Asistencia para Noche del Carnaval de Lecto Escritura de White Oaks

Multicultural Night

Multicultural Night is Fri., April 19th. Families can participate in the following ways: 

• share a tasty treat
• come in traditional cultural dress|
• curate your country's holiday themed museum display
• submit an entry for the art contest

Questions? Email [email protected]

Spring Picture Day March 21st

Thursday, March 21st

 Spring Individual Pictures & Class Photos

*these photos are not in the yearbook*

 

What to Expect After Portrait Day

• Approximately 10 days after picture day parents will have the option to order online.
• Victor O’Neill Studios are pleased to offer free shipping during a two week period once images are online
• Victor O’Neill Studios will notify White Oaks ES when images are ready to be viewed.
• Please feel free to direct questions regarding picture day or online ordering to Victor O’Neill Studios office at email: [email protected]

Family Engagement Survey

Take the Family Engagement Survey Today! 

If you haven’t already, please take FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey today! Survey results will help us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community. Survey topics include:

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

The survey is available in 10 languages. Please check your email for a message from FCPS partner, K12 Insight, with a link to the survey or access the survey now. Your voice matters!

Budget

Fairfax County’s Funding of the FCPS Budget

The average amount of funds transferred from Fairfax County to FCPS was 52.6% of county disbursements from fiscal years (FY) 2019-2023. It dipped to 51.6% in FY 2024. The County’s budget proposal for next year would transfer 51.4% of total disbursements. 

If the county were to return to transferring 52.6% to FCPS for the upcoming year, that would equate to $63 million more to invest in excellence.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget. Give your feedback on the County budget. 

Financiamiento del Condado de Fairfax del Presupuesto de FCPS

La cantidad promedio de fondos transferidos del Condado de Fairfax a FCPS fue del 52,6% de los desembolsos del condado del Año Fiscal (AF) 2019 a 2023. Bajó a 51.6% en el AF 24. La propuesta de presupuesto del condado para el próximo año transferirá el 51,4% de los desembolsos totales. 

Si el condado volviera a transferir 52.6% a FCPS para el próximo año, eso equivaldría a $63 millones más para invertir en excelencia.

Aprenda más sobre el presupuesto anunciado de FCPS para el año fiscal 2025. Dé su opinión sobre el presupuesto del Condado.

Opioid Conversation

Join a Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs

A community conversation on the opioid crisis in Northern Virginia will be held Monday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. (Please enter through Door #14). Attendees will receive free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services 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 will be suitable for students in grade 6 and higher. Language interpretation will be 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.

Solar Eclipse on April 8

Safely View the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 

A total solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, and will be viewable, depending on weather, in Fairfax County. The eclipse will begin in our area around 2:04 p.m. and end around 4:32 p.m., with the maximum eclipse occurring around 3:20 p.m.  

Because the timing overlaps with dismissal, it is crucial that students understand the importance of safe viewing practices. We encourage families to review these Solar Eclipse Resources, especially the eye safety information. We hope everyone takes the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon while prioritizing safe solar viewing.

 

Ver con Seguridad el Eclipse Total de Sol del 8 de Abril 

El lunes 8 de abril se producirá un eclipse total de Sol que podrá verse, dependiendo de las condiciones meteorológicas, en el condado de Fairfax. El eclipse comenzará en nuestra área alrededor de las 2:04 p.m. y terminará alrededor de las 4:32 p.m., con el eclipse máximo ocurriendo alrededor de las 3:20 p.m.  

Debido a que el momento coincide con la hora de salida, es crucial que los estudiantes entiendan la importancia de las prácticas de seguridad para ver el eclipse. Animamos a las familias a revisar estos recursos sobre el eclipse solar, especialmente la información sobre seguridad ocular. Esperamos que todos aprovechen la oportunidad de aprender más sobre este extraordinario fenómeno natural, mientras dan prioridad a una observación solar segura..

 

• National Women’s History Month
• Equity in Education Month
• Celebrating Arts in Our Schools
• National Nutrition Month
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game - March 15th LBSS
• Spring Break - March 25 - 29
• Student Holidays - April 1 and 2 - No school for students
• Eid al-Fitr

 

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Multicultural Night

Save-the-Date April 19th. Look for the Multicultural Night flyer in your Friday folders week of March 11. Families can participate in the following ways: 

• share a tasty treat
• come in traditional cultural dress
• curate your country's holiday themed museum display
• submit an entry for the art contest.

Sixth Grade Basketball Game v. Staff

Sixth Grade Basketball Game v. Staff will be Mar. 15th at Lake Braddock. Order game tickets and spirit packs at: http://tinyurl.com/sixthgradebball

Save the Date - Literacy Night Carnival

Please fill out one of the forms below to let us know if you will attend!  Forms are due by March 11.  We can’t wait to see you!

RSVP for White Oaks Literacy Night

OR

Confirmar su Asistencia para Noche del Carnaval de Lecto Escritura de White Oaks

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.

Family Engagement Survey

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. All responses are confidential. 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. 

 

 ¡Tome la Encuesta de Participación Familiar!

La Encuesta de Participación Familiar de FCPS ya está abierta. El socio de la encuesta, K12 Insight, envió por correo electrónico un enlace a las familias el 3 de marzo y nuevamente el 6 de marzo. ¡Por favor participe! Sus comentarios son críticos para ayudar a informar y mejorar las prácticas de FCPS para apoyar mejor a nuestros estudiantes.

La encuesta está disponible en 10 idiomas. Todas las respuestas son confidenciales. 

Los padres/cuidadores pueden ir a la oficina de la escuela para llenar una encuesta en papel o completar la encuesta en línea. Por favor, revise su correo electrónico para la invitación de la encuesta o utilizar este enlace encuesta. Obtenga más información en la página web de la Encuesta de Participación Familiar.

 

 가족 참여 설문조사에 참여하세요!

FCPS의 가족 참여 설문조사가 시작되었습니다. 설문조사 파트너인 K12 Insight가 3월 3일과 3월 6일에 가족에게 링크를 이메일로 보냈습니다. 꼭 참여해 주세요! 여러분의 피드백은 학생들을 가장 잘 지원하기 위해 저희가 무엇이 필요한지 알 수 있게 도움을 주며, FCPS 정책을 개선하는 데 매우 중요합니다.

설문조사는 10개 언어로 제공됩니다. 모든 응답은 비밀이 보장됩니다.

학부모/보호자는 프런트 오피스에 들러 서면으로 된 설문지를 작성하거나 온라인으로 설문을 참여할 수 있습니다. 이메일에서 설문조사 초대 링크를 확인하시거나 이 설문조사 링크를 이용하세요. 가족 참여 설문조사 웹페이지에서 자세한 정보를 확인해 보실 수 있습니다.

Budget

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. 

 

Estudio Bipartidista Encuentra que Divisiones de Escuelas Públicas de Virginia Reciben Menos Fondos por Estudiante que Otros Estados

La Junta Escolar recientemente adoptó el Presupuesto Anunciado del Año Fiscal 2025 de FCPS. Cumplir con las necesidades presupuestarias se convierte en un reto con la falta de fondos por parte del estado, utilizando fórmulas de dotación de personal que siguen dando lugar a que los distritos escolares no reciban el apoyo real necesario para una excelente educación pública. Una fórmula de dotación de personal es el método para calcular el número de puestos que deben asignarse para poder cubrir las necesidades del programa. 

¿Sabía Usted?

En julio de 2023, la Comisión Legislativa Conjunta de Auditoría y Revisión (JLARC, por sus siglas en inglés) publicó un estudio sobre las fórmulas de financiación del K-12 de Virginia. El informe reveló que las divisiones escolares de Virginia reciben menos fondos por estudiante que el promedio de los 50 estados, el promedio regional y muchos de los estados vecinos de Virginia, incluidos Virginia Occidental, Maryland y Kentucky. Aprenda más sobre el estudio JLARC. Vea el calendario de desarrollo del presupuesto de FCPS. 

Contacte a sus funcionarios estatales para dar su opinión sobre la financiación de la educación K-12.

Attendance

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.

 

¡Asiste a Clases Hoy Para Tener Éxito Mañana!

Este año, las vacaciones de primavera son del 25 al 29 de marzo. Estaremos impacientes por dar la bienvenida a sus hijos a la escuela miércoles el 3 de abril. Su asistencia es muy importante. Cada día, nuestros profesores estarán enseñando, y los estudiantes estarán aprendiendo. Los estudios han demostrado que sólo dos ausencias al mes pueden causar que los estudiantes se atrasen. Terminemos este año escolar fuerte. Visite el sitio web de FCPS para recursos de asistencia.

Solar Eclipse on April 8

Safely View the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 

A total solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, and will be viewable, depending on weather, in Fairfax County. The eclipse will begin in our area around 2:04 p.m. and end around 4:32 p.m., with the maximum eclipse occurring around 3:20 p.m.  

Because the timing overlaps with dismissal, it is crucial that students understand the importance of safe viewing practices. We encourage families to review these Solar Eclipse Resources, especially the eye safety information. We hope everyone takes the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon while prioritizing safe solar viewing.

 

Ver con Seguridad el Eclipse Total de Sol del 8 de Abril 

El lunes 8 de abril se producirá un eclipse total de Sol que podrá verse, dependiendo de las condiciones meteorológicas, en el condado de Fairfax. El eclipse comenzará en nuestra área alrededor de las 2:04 p.m. y terminará alrededor de las 4:32 p.m., con el eclipse máximo ocurriendo alrededor de las 3:20 p.m.  

Debido a que el momento coincide con la hora de salida, es crucial que los estudiantes entiendan la importancia de las prácticas de seguridad para ver el eclipse. Animamos a las familias a revisar estos recursos sobre el eclipse solar, especialmente la información sobre seguridad ocular. Esperamos que todos aprovechen la oportunidad de aprender más sobre este extraordinario fenómeno natural, mientras dan prioridad a una observación solar segura..

 

• National Women’s History Month
• Equity in Education Month
• Celebrating Arts in Our Schools
• National Nutrition Month
• Daylight Saving Time - Sunday, March 10th
• Ramadan
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game - March 15th LBSS

 

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Important Dates From the PTA

• Bingo Night is Fri., March 1st. Please volunteer here. Food orders may be placed by Feb. 27th here. 
• PTA Board nominations will be accepted through April 15th. PTA (dues paid) members will vote on new board members at the May 14th general PTA meeting. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Or please speak with any of our current board members ( President, Sheelagh Cabalda; Vice President, Jen Kang; Treasurer, Jen Waigner; Secretary, Christina Taylor).
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game v. Teachers will be Mar. 15th at Lake Braddock. Save-the-Date.

Read Across America Spirit Week Multicultural Night Save the Date - Sixth Grade vs. Faculty Basketball Game March 15th!

Sixth Grade Basketball Game v. Teachers will be Mar. 15th at Lake Braddock. Order game tickets and spirit packs at: http://tinyurl.com/sixthgradebball

Budget

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.

Sabe usted de dónde provienen los fondos de FCPS?

La mayor parte de los fondos de FCPS se solicitan al gobierno del Condado de Fairfax, que genera sus ingresos a partir de impuestos sobre bienes raíces y propiedad personal. El Commonwealth de Virginia proporciona la siguiente mayor fuente de ingresos a FCPS a través de la ayuda estatal y el impuesto sobre las ventas. El resto de la financiación proviene de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo la ayuda federal y la colegiatura para los que no son residentes del condado. (Los números arriba representan el fondo operativo escolar propuesto para el año fiscal 2025 en millones).

FCPS no tiene autoridad para imponer impuestos y sólo puede cobrar tasas cuando la Commonwealth de Virginia le ha otorgado autoridad específica. Aprenda más sobre el Presupuesto Anunciado del Año Fiscal 2025 de FCPS.

Family Engagement Survey

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!

Este Domingo Busque la Encuesta de Compromiso Familiar de FCPS

Padres/cuidadores recibirán la Encuesta de Participación Familiar de FCPS el domingo, 3 de marzo, de parte de una firma de investigación independiente llamada K12 Insight. Por favor participe - su opinión es importante para ayudar a informar y mejorar las prácticas para ayudar y apoyar mejor a nuestros estudiantes.

Completar esta encuesta también ayudará a fortalecer la asociación entre su familia y nuestra escuela. Cuando esta asociación es sólida, los estudiantes pueden contar con una variedad de beneficios que incluyen una mejor preparación para la escuela, mayor rendimiento escolar, mejores habilidades sociales y conducta, y una mayor probabilidad de graduarse de la escuela secundaria. 

La encuesta durará entre 10 y 15 minutos para completar y estará disponible en 10 idiomas. Para más información, visite la página web de la Encuesta de Participación Familiar. ¡Su opinión es importante!

Opioid Conversation

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. 

Únase a una Conversación Comunitaria sobre el Fentanilo y Otras Drogas

Una conversación comunitaria que se dirige a la crisis de los opioides en el Norte de Virginia y las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax se llevará a cabo el miércoles 18 de marzo, de 6:30 a 8 p.m., en el auditorio de la Escuela Secundaria Lake Braddock. Por favor entre por la puerta #14. 

¡Todos los participantes recibirán un curso gratuito de REVIVE! Narcan gratis durante el evento y aprenderán sobre los servicios de apoyo actualmente disponibles dentro de FCPS y el Condado de Fairfax.   

Esta conversación les proporcionará a las familias, al personal y a los estudiantes un valioso conocimiento sobre los peligros de las drogas y el mortal fentanilo.El material discutido es adecuado para estudiantes de 6º a 12º grado. Juntos, como comunidad, pretendemos explorar estrategias de colaboración para minimizar el impacto de estas sustancias nocivas y, con demasiada frecuencia, mortales.

Se ofrecerán servicios de interpretación y de Lenguaje de Signos Americano. También se proporcionarán servicios de cuidado de niños y transporte, según sea necesario. Aprenda más sobre el evento y regístrese en línea.

Kindergarten Registration

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 beginning now through the remainder of the school year. 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.

¡Es El Momento de Inscribirse al Kindergarten!

Asistir al kindergarten les ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de aprender y practicar las habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán durante toda su vida. Nuestra escuela normalmente lleva a cabo eventos de registro para el kindergarten, incluyendo la orientación, en la primavera durante marzo o abril. Los niños que cumplen con los requisitos también pueden inscribirse durante el verano, pero inscribir a su hijo con anticipación nos ayuda a planificar, de modo que tengamos los maestros y los recursos necesarios el primer día de clases. 

Para prepararse para la inscripción, reúna los documentos y complete los formularios. Estamos encantados de ayudar a las familias con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para obtener más información en otros idiomas, visite la página web de FCPS Registro para el Kindergarten.

Purple Up! T-Shirts

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.

💜 ¡Viste de Morado!  (Purple Up!) el 17 de abril para apoyar a las familias militares!

Únete a nuestra comunidad y vístete de morado el miércoles 17 de abril para el  Día de Purple Up! Viste de morado en reconocimiento a nuestros 14,000 estudiantes conectados al  militar.

¡Las camisetas Purple Up! Están disponibles para compra hasta el viernes, 8 de marzo.

 

• Black History Month
• Love the Bus Month
• National School Counseling Week
• Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
• Bingo Night - March 1st
• March 5th Presidential Primary- No school for students
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game - March 15th LBSS
• Daylight Saving Time - March 10th
• Ramadan

 

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Important Dates From the PTA

• Bingo Night is Fri., March 1st. Please volunteer here. Food orders may be placed by Feb. 27th here. 
• PTA Board nominations will be accepted through April 15th. PTA (dues paid) members will vote on new board members at the May 14th general PTA meeting. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Or please speak with any of our current board members ( President, Sheelagh Cabalda; Vice President, Jen Kang; Treasurer, Jen Waigner; Secretary, Christina Taylor).
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game v. Teachers will be Mar. 15th at Lake Braddock. Save-the-Date.

Multicultural Night Save the Date - Literacy Night Carnival 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.

Community Conversations

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..

 

• Black History Month
• Love the Bus Month
• National School Counseling Week
• Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
• Bingo Night - March 1st
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game - March 15th LBSS

 

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WOES Visit From the Weatherman!

On Valentine’s Day, the 2nd graders had a special opportunity to talk with meteorologist Brian Van de Graaf and even participate in a live broadcast. See the video here.

Important Dates From the PTA

• Bingo Night is Fri., March 1st. Please volunteer here. Food orders may be placed by Feb. 27th here. 
• Bus Drivers Appreciation Day is Wed., Feb. 21st. Have your signs ready at morning bus pickup, or write a thoughtful note and hand it to your bus driver. The PTA will be honoring our White Oaks bus drivers with a thank you brunch on this day.
• PTA Board nominations will be accepted through April 15th. PTA (dues paid) members will vote on new board members at the May 14th general PTA meeting. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Or please speak with any of our current board members ( President, Sheelagh Cabalda; Vice President, Jen Kang; Treasurer, Jen Waigner; Secretary, Christina Taylor).
• Sixth Grade Basketball Game v. Teachers will be Mar. 15th at Lake Braddock. Save-the-Date.

Spirit Night at District Taco February is Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.  We will be learning and honoring Black History Month in many different ways at White Oaks.

2025 Proposed Budget

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. 

El presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2025 se centra en la excelencia educativa y la remuneración competitiva En la reunión de la Junta Escolar de la semana pasada, la Superintendente Dra. Michelle Reid propuso un presupuesto para el Año Fiscal (AF) 2025 que se centra en la excelencia y en proporcionar a los estudiantes una educación equitativa en un entorno inclusivo y respetuoso, donde el acceso, la oportunidad y el logro están disponibles para todos. 

El presupuesto también da prioridad a una remuneración competitiva para atraer y retener a una mano de obra de categoría mundial. 

El presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2025 asciende a $3.8 millones, un aumento de $301.8 millones, o del 8,6%, con respecto al presupuesto aprobado para el año fiscal 2024. Casi el 86% del presupuesto se centra en la instrucción. Los aspectos más destacados incluyen:

• Apoyar a los estudiantes académicamente manteniendo las fórmulas existentes de tamaño de clase y proporcionando el apoyo necesario a todos los estudiantes. 
• Retener y atraer educadores de clase mundial con un ajuste de escala de mercado del 6%.
• Reforzar el bienestar de los alumnos fuera de las aulas con una mayor oferta de actividades deportivas, más entrenadores deportivos y más becas para bellas artes y artes escénicas.
• Continuación de iniciativas como la ampliación del preescolar inclusivo, la adopción de iniciativas ecológicas y la financiación de puestos de subdirector de actividades estudiantiles financiados anteriormente con ESSER III.

Extensiones de contrato diario de educación especial, financiamiento para el programa de seguridad y revisión de seguridad, y autobuses tardíos para apoyar las actividades académicas y en las escuelas intermedias son varias de las prioridades que se abordarán al final del año fiscal 2024. 

La Junta Escolar tiene programado adoptar el Presupuesto Anunciado el jueves 22 de febrero. Lea más sobre el presupuesto propuesto. Manténgase al día con el proceso de desarrollo del presupuesto de FCPS.

Community Conversations

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..

Science Fair

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.

 

• Black History Month
• Love the Bus Month
• National School Counseling Week
• Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
• Presidents Day - Monday, February,19 - Schools Closed
• Bingo Night - March 1st

 

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WOES Soup-ER Bowl

White Oaks SCA sponsored another successful Soup-ER Bowl food drive. WOES was able to collect  over 1000 food items that will support the food pantry at Burke Methodist Church.  We greatly appreciate the overwhelming support of our entire Eagle community! 

Important Dates From the PTA

• Next General PTA Meeting will be , Feb. 13th, 7-8pm,  featuring Mr. Rever and a short discussion on Pre-Adolescent Brains and Technology, before our PTA business via Zoom  Meeting ID: 883 1969 0259 Passcode: WOPTA2024 ll Zoom link
• Create a sign for your bus stop or write a note to your bus driver on Wed., Feb. 21st. White Oaks administrators and our PTA will host bus drivers at the Second Annual Bus Drivers Appreciation Breakfast.
• Planning for Bingo Night is underway. Please be sure to check in with your class room parent. This in-person event returns on Fri., March 1st.

February is Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.  We will be learning and honoring Black History Month in many different ways at White Oaks.

Summer Programs

Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps 

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Inscríbase en los campamentos de verano de FCPS Las inscripciones ya están abiertas para varios campamentos de verano y oportunidades de aprendizaje que ofrecen las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax para todos los estudiantes.

Los campamentos de Educación Profesional y Técnica (CTE) y los campamentos del Instituto para las Artes se llevarán a cabo en julio en la Escuela Secundaria de Lake Braddock de 8:30 a.m. a 2 p.m. Habrá transporte en autobús disponible desde escuelas intermedias y secundarias selectas de FCPS. 

Tech Adventure Camp está disponible para estudiantes actuales de grados K-5  para explorar STEAM, culinaria, salud, oficios, y áreas de negocios y mercadeo. E-IFTA es un campamento de arte semanal para estudiantes de primaria que les gusta cantar, bailar, actuar, hacer y crear. Visite la página web de E-IFTA para inscribirse.

Tutor.com Dashboard

Tutor.com Teacher-Referred Tutoring

Through Schoology®, all FCPS students have 24/7 access to no-cost, year-round, on-demand, 1-to-1 tutoring services through Tutor.com.

A new Teacher-Referred Tutoring program feature provides targeted support and extends student learning. Teachers can now refer students for tutoring, with their specific needs already identified. Students can get extra support — on their own schedule — and reinforce their in-class learning.

Caregivers can guide students to access expert tutoring, homework help, and writing support by clicking on the Tutor.com icon in their Schoology portal—anytime, anywhere.

Plus, look for teachers’ tutoring session referrals on the Tutor.com homepage.

Magnet Schools

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.

Lexia Night

Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read

FCPS funds the use of Lexia for all elementary and middle schools to use as part of their literacy instruction. Lexia is a computer-based program that supplements classroom instruction to help students develop literacy skills. It also provides teachers with data to identify students who need additional support, and the ability to know which specific concepts and skills to prioritize.Attend an information night on Monday, February 12, at 6:30 p.m., at Thoreau Middle School. Parents/caregivers will learn more about Lexia, and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom and supporting student growth in reading. Attendees will also get tips for supporting their students at home.

Register to attend or submit a question in advance. Unable to attend in person? Join on Zoom. 

Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade. 

Noche de Lexia para Padres: Como Ayudamos a su Hijo a Aprender a Leer

FCPS financia el uso de Lexia para que todas las escuelas primarias e intermedias lo usen como parte de su instrucción de alfabetización. Lexia es un programa computarizado que complementa la instrucción en el aula para ayudar a los estudiantes a desarrollar habilidades de alfabetización. También proporciona a los maestros datos para identificar a los estudiantes que necesitan apoyo adicional, y la capacidad de saber qué conceptos y habilidades específicas priorizar.

Asista a una noche de información el lunes, 12 de febrero, a las 6:30 p.m., en la Escuela Intermedia de Thoreau. Los padres/cuidadores aprenderán más acerca de Lexia, y como FCPS lo está integrando en la clase y apoyando el crecimiento de los estudiantes en lectura. Los asistentes también recibirán consejos para apoyar a sus estudiantes en casa.

Regístrese para asistir o envíe una pregunta por adelantado. ¿No puede asistir en persona? Únase a través de Zoom. 

Integrar Lexia en el currículo de alfabetización se alinea con el Acta de Alfabetización de Virginia, el Acceso Equitativo a la Alfabetización de FCPS, y la Meta 3 del Plan Estratégico de FCPS, que apunta a que todos los estudiantes lean al mismo nivel al final del tercer grado.

 

• Black History Month
• Love the Bus Month
• National School Counseling Week
• Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
• Lunar New Year
• Ash Wednesday
• PTA General Membership Meeting - Tuesday, February 13 - 7PM Zoom
• Presidents Day - Monday, February,19 - Schools Closed
• Bingo Night - March 1st

 

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Important Dates From the PTA

• Chalk-the-Walk will be , Feb. 4th, 12noon-2pm. Create messages of hope and kindness that our community can appreciate. We'll have some chalk, and you're welcome to bring your own too.
• Next General PTA Meeting will be , Feb. 13th, 7-8pm,  featuring Mr. Rever and a short discussion on Pre-Adolescent Brains and Technology, before our PTA business via Zoom  Meeting ID: 883 1969 0259 Passcode: WOPTA2024 ll Zoom link
• Planning for Bingo Night is underway. Please be sure to check in with your class room parent. This in-person event returns on Fri., March 1st.

FY 2025 Proposed Budget

Superintendent to Present FY 2025 Proposed Budget

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will present the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, February 8, at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Reid’s presentation, as well as other budget documents, will be available after she presents to the board. 

View the meeting on FCPS Cable TV Channel 99 (Verizon Channel 11), the FCPS YouTube Channel, or the FCPS website. To watch School Board meetings dubbed in Spanish, please visit the FCPS en Español YouTube channel.

If you would like language interpretation or American Sign Language support for any School Board meeting, please contact the board clerk. Find your School Board member and how to contact them on the School Board Members webpage.

La Superintendente presentará el Presupuesto Propuesto para el Año Fiscal 2025

Superintendente Dra. Michelle Reid presentará el Presupuesto Propuesto para el Año Fiscal (AF) 2025 en la reunión de la Junta Escolar el jueves, 8 de febrero, a las 7:30 p.m. La presentación de la Dra. Reid, así como otros documentos del presupuesto, estarán disponibles después de su presentación a la Junta Escolar. 

Vea la reunión en FCPS Cable TV Canal 99 (Verizon Canal 11), el Canal de FCPS YouTube, o el sitio web de FCPS. Para ver las reuniones de la Junta Escolar traducidas al español, por favor visite el canal de FCPS en Español en YouTube.

Si necesita interpretación o apoyo de Lenguaje de Señas Americano para cualquier reunión de la Junta Escolar, por favor comuníquese con el secretario de la junta. Encuentre a su miembro de la Junta Escolar y cómo contactarlos en la página web de Miembros de la Junta Escolar.

Here Comes the Bus

Here Comes the Bus

Want to know if your child's bus is on schedule or where the bus is? Here Comes the Bus® is an easy-to-use website and app that enables parents to see the location of their child’s school bus — almost in real time — on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer. 

Parents can track multiple buses if their children don’t all ride the same bus; know exactly when children arrive at school or the bus stop; and receive customized text and/or email notifications about bus locations, schedule changes, or delays.

To get started, download the app from the Apple iOS or Android app store. Check out the Here Comes the Bus and Frequently Asked Questions webpages for more information.

Already using the Here Comes the Bus app? Send your feedback to [email protected].  

Note: eNotify text messaging will continue to be used for reporting bus delays and bus incidents.

Here Comes the Bus (Ahí Viene el Autobús)

¿Quiere saber si el autobús de su hijo llegará a tiempo o dónde está? Here Comes the Bus® es un sitio web y una aplicación fáciles de usar que permiten que los padres vean la ubicación del autobús escolar de sus hijos -casi en tiempo real- en un smartphone, una tableta o un ordenador personal.  

Los padres pueden ver la ubicación de varios autobuses en caso de que sus hijos no viajen todos en el mismo autobús; saber exactamente cuándo llegan los niños a la escuela o a la parada de autobús; y recibir notificaciones personalizadas por mensaje de texto y/o correo electrónico sobre la ubicación de los autobuses, los cambios de horario o los retrasos.

Para comenzar, baje la aplicación de la tienda de aplicaciones de Apple iOS o Android. Consulte las páginas web Here Comes The Bus y Preguntas Frecuentes para obtener más información.

¿Ya utiliza la aplicación Here Comes the Bus? Envíen sus comentarios a [email protected].  

Aviso: La mensajería de texto eNotify seguirá utilizándose para informar de retrasos e incidencias en los autobuses.

 

• Black History Month
• Love the Bus Month
• 100th Day of School - New date due to snow days!
• National School Counseling Week
• Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
• Lunar New Year
• Ash Wednesday
• Chalk The Walk - Sunday, February 4 - 12:00 - 2:00
• PTA General Membership Meeting - Tuesday, February 13 - 7PM Zoom

 

6130 Shiplett Blvd., Burke, VA 22015  | Main Office: 703.923.1400

Attendance: 703.923.1430 | Web | Twitter