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Welcome to Our Braddock ES Family, #OneFamily
Attention Braddock Families & Community!
Attendance Matters! We want to emphasize the importance of sending your child to school every day. Regular attendance is crucial for your child's academic success and overall development. Each day in school provides valuable learning opportunities that contribute to your child's growth and progress.
It is important to note that the State of Virginia and FCPS monitor student attendance daily. Therefore, it is essential for parents/guardians to review their child's attendance record on the quarterly Progress Report Card, as well as ParentVue portal to ensure accuracy. If you notice any discrepancies, please contact the school office promptly.
Once again, thank you for your support in ensuring your child's regular attendance at Braddock ES. Together, we can help your child reach their full potential.
Task to Complete: Creating a ParentVue Account
We encourage all parents/guardians to create a ParentVue account to access their child's academic information, including attendance records and academic grades. Instructions on how to create an account can be found in your child’s Progress Report Card.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 703-914-7300.
Sincerely With Warmest Regards,
Keesha Jackson-Muir, Principal
[email protected]
Highlights from the Week
Our recent tree-planting event was a huge success! We couldn't have done it without the incredible efforts of our students and volunteers. A special shoutout to Sra. Negron and Ms. Morgan's classes for their assistance with watering the newly planted trees.
On Saturday, November 9, 2024, a team of 5th grade students participated in one of the Virginia Science Olympiad Tournaments at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. These students have been meeting regularly after school since September to prepare for two categories: a written test on a topic, and a hands-on building event. These students have demonstrated their Portrait of a Graduate strengths as collaborators and communicators.
The students are Zakariya Abdallah, Serenity Bowen, Batul Hammod Majzoub, Jhon Melendres Alegre, and Abigail Rodriguez. Serenity and Zakariya earned a 6th Place Medal in the Submersibles Event! Congratulations, SOARING Eagles!!
Follow Us on Social Media
Stay connected with Braddock Elementary School by following us on social media! It's the best way to keep up with our latest news, celebrate student achievements, and be part of our vibrant community. Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, you'll find exciting updates, important announcements, and inspiring stories that showcase the spirit of Braddock.
Links: Facebook, Instagram
Important Dates
Date
Event
11/11
FCPS: Veterans’ Day No School
11/12
1st Grade: NNAT
Report Cards Go Home
11/13
Grade 2-5: NNAT (New Students)
11/14
Grades 1-5: NNAT Makeups
eXSTREAM Clubs: MakerSpace Gr. 2 & 3 (STEAM LAB) 3:30-5:00 PM Door #2 dismissal
Joyce Matthews, Sponsor
11/15
PTA/PE: Walk-a-Thon & Thanksgiving Luncheon
Grades 1-5: NNAT Makeups
11/15 - 11/22
Library: Fall Scholastic Book Fair
11/18
FCPS: 3-Hour Early Release Day Dismissal at 12:40 PM
11/20
Family Coffee: Community Resources-Health, Vision, Dental, Food, Housing & other available community resources (9:30 am-10:30 am Cafeteria)
11/21
eXSTREAM Clubs: MakerSpace Gr. 2 & 3 (STEAM LAB) 3:30-5:00 PM Door #2 dismissal
Joyce Matthews, Sponsor
11/22
Pre-School: Meeting and Breakfast-Cafeteria (9:00 AM-10:00 AM)
Family Program: Thanksgiving Family Dinner- Lake/Gustavo (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
11/27 - 11/29
FCPS: Thanksgiving Break
FCPS 3-Hour Early Days for Braddock ES (Dismissal at 12:40 PM):
- November 18th
- February 10th
- March 10th
- April 21st
- May 12th
Upcoming Events
PTA Walk-a-Thon and Thanksgiving Luncheon
Lace up your sneakers and join us for the annual PTA Walk-a-Thon! It's a fun-filled event for the whole family, featuring games, music, and plenty of exercise.
When: Friday, November 15th
Time: 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM (Please see schedule below)
Where: Luncheon (Cafeteria) and Walk-a-Thon (around the school)
Cost: $4.75 per adult (Luncheon) and $5.00 per family (Walk-a-Thon)
Please enter the building through door #1 to register with the main office.
After the Walk-a-Thon, stick around for our Thanksgiving Luncheon! Enjoy delicious food, great company, and festive fun. Let's come together as a community to support our school and celebrate the season of gratitude!
Walk-a-Thon and Thanksgiving Luncheon
Grade
Walk Start Time
Lunch Start Time
5th
9:50 AM
11:05 AM
4th
10:10 AM
11:29 AM
3rd
10:35 AM
11:49 AM
2nd
10:55 AM
12:13 PM
1st
11:20 AM
12:37 PM
Kinder
11:45 AM
1:01 PM
Note: Kindly arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled event time for registration.
Fall Scholastic Book Fair
It's time to dive into a world of imagination and adventure! The Fall Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon to Braddock Elementary.
When: Friday, November 15th - Friday, November 22nd
Where: Library
Discover a wide selection of books for all ages and interests. From thrilling adventures to heartwarming stories, there's something for everyone.
Don't miss this opportunity to support our school and encourage a love of reading. Mark your calendars and get ready to shop!
Family Coffee: Community Resources
Join us for a special Family Coffee to learn about the valuable community resources available to support your family's health and well-being.
When: Wednesday, November 20th from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Where: Cafeteria
Discover information on:
- Health services
- Vision and dental care
- Food assistance programs
- Housing resources
- And more!
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your community and ensure your family's needs are met.
District Updates
Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month
As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.
Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students
Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.
Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.
Tutoring Resources for Families
Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.
FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
Head Lice Information
Please be aware that Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) have recently updated their guidelines regarding head lice. These guidelines align with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and emphasize a more inclusive approach to managing head lice in schools.
Key points to remember:
- Students with live head lice or nits may remain in school.
- Parents will be contacted if lice or nits are found.
- Information and resources will be provided to help with treatment and prevention.
Additional information and resources can be found on the Head Lice Information page and the Lice: Treatment and Prevention page.
If you prefer to have an abbreviated way to share district news, consider sharing the language below in your newsletter. Please edit the list of topics to best fit the needs of your community.
Elementary School Language Arts Grading Updates
Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).
Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.
This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reporting and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.
We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Fall Testing Results
- Boundary Review Community Meetings
- Resources for Families
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Concerns or questions from parents
Your concerns are important to us. Contact your child's teacher first, most questions or concerns can be addressed with a quick phone call or email. If that doesn't work, the next step would be to contact the Assistant Principal who supports your child's grade level:
🦅Christopher Kamar - [email protected] or call 703-914-7388
🦅Christie Goodman - [email protected] or call 703 914 7323
🦅Maureen Lopez - [email protected] or 703-914-7304
🦅Eneida Thomas - [email protected] or call 703-914-7305
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