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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

The end of year celebrations continue! This week we were excited to welcome students to our Neon Party to celebrate attendance. Our students danced the afternoon away in their fun glow-in-the dark gear!

We also want to send a heartfelt CONGRATULATIONS to all of our 6th grade students as them head into middle school. This week we celebrating our 6th graders using the them Lights, Camera, Middle School! We reminded each of our 6th graders about the light they carry in this world and encouraged them to reflect on all the "scenes" from elementary school and to create new memories as 7th graders. 

We ended the week with a celebration of learning as all of our students got a chance to present their poems and writing during the Blooming Authors event. We were so excited to seeing many families join us and celebrate their student's work!

Field day is on  Monday, June 10.Our students are ready to play fun games and enjoy all the activities our PE teachers, Mrs. Eck and Coach Bee have planned for them. Please send your students to school in comfortable clothes. You might also consider sending a change of clothes for your student, if possible. We are looking forward to a fun day.  

Finally,  Wednesday, June 12, is the last day of school Students will be dismissed two hours early at 1:35 PM.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Lost & Found

The lost and found will be in the front hallway from June 10-21. Please come by to recover your child's lost items! Any items left on June 21 will be donated. 

Attention RISING Langston Hughes MS Panthers!

Monday, June 3, 2024

7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Langston Hughes Middle School

Since you will soon be a part of the Hughes community, we would love to have you join us at our last PTA meeting of the year. While current Hughes parents and rising 7th grade parents and guardians are meeting, the rising 7th grade students will be whisked away to learn more about Hughes, play games, have snacks, and meet future and current Panthers!

What’s at this PTA meeting for parents and guardians of rising 7th graders?

• Talk with Dr. Mizell, Principal of LHMS, the PTA Team, and other Hughes parents
• Learn about what’s coming up and what to expect especially during those first few months of 7th grade
• Ask questions, questions, and more questions
• Get paired up with a current 7th grade Hughes parent to whom you can ask all your questions over the summer and the first few months of school
• Get more comfortable with your new school community
• Enjoy refreshments and camaraderie as we’re all a part of this crazy two years called middle school!

What’s at this gathering for rising 7th graders?

• Learn more about the Hughes building
• Meet rising 7th graders like yourself
• Get more comfortable with your new school
• Eat snacks!

Click here to RSVP for yourself and your student. Questions? Reach out to Kimberly at [email protected] . 

☀️ Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats. 

Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend . Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.

☀️ Disfrute Diversión y Recursos en el evento de un Verano Extraordinario

Venga a la Escuela Secundaria de Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ,para el FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Disfrute de pintura de cara, comida, música, un brincolín, acariciar alpacas, cuentos, y presentaciones de estudiantes - ¡todo gratis! Camiones de comida adicionales estarán en el sitio para vender una variedad de delicias. Las familias están invitadas a participar en atractivas actividades educativas diseñadas para despertar la curiosidad y el crecimiento. Las organizaciones comunitarias ofrecerán consejos, recursos e información útil. Visite la página web un Verano Extraordinario para obtener más información e inscribirse. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

🥗 Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance!

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school yearto receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year . Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch .

🥗 ¡No Olvide Revisar el Saldo del Almuerzo de su Estudiante!

Es una época ocupada del año, y sabemos que las familias tienen muchas prioridades. A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que las familias recuerden revisar la cuenta MySchoolBucks de sus estudiantes y pagar cualquier balance de comida escolar restante.

Las familias que ganan menos del 185% del nivel de pobreza califican para comidas gratis o a precio reducido. Sin embargo, hay que cumplimentar y presentar una nueva solicitud cada año escolar para recibir ese beneficio.La solicitud para el año escolar 2024-25 estará disponible este verano.

Si las familias tienen un balance actual y piensan que pueden ser elegibles para recibir comidas gratis o a precio reducido, por favor llenen la solicitud FRM para el año escolar 2022-23. Obtenga más información sobre el almuerzo gratuito y a precio reducido.

📈 SOL Scores Posted in SIS ParentVUE

Families can find Standards of Learning (SOL) reports for spring testing in the SIS ParentVUE Documents section on or before the last day of school. Log in to your ParentVUE account to access the following:

• For all students – the official SOL Score Report with overall and reporting category performance for all spring tests.
• For grade 3-8 students – the SOL Growth Parent Report shows performance over time for state reading and math tests completed this school year.

Visit the FCPS website for additional information about spring assessment reporting practices and timelines .

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE .

📈 Resultados de los SOL publicados en SIS ParentVUELas familias pueden encontrar los informes de los Estándares de Aprendizaje (SOL) para las pruebas de primavera en la sección Documentos SIS ParentVUE en o antes del último día de clases. Inicie sesión en su cuenta ParentVUE para acceder a lo siguiente:

• Para todos los estudiantes – el Informe oficial de los resultados SOL con el progreso general y por categorías de todos los exámenes que se hicieron en la primavera.
• Para los estudiantes del grado 3-8 – el Informe de Progreso SOL para los Padres el cual muestra el progreso a través del tiempo para los exámenes estatales de lectura y matemáticas completados este año escolar.

Visite el sitio web de FCPS para información adicional sobre las prácticas de reportes de evaluación de primavera y los plazos.

¿Necesita ayuda para crear una cuenta SIS ParentVUE? Este video explica los pasos. Averigüe más sobre SIS ParentVUE.

Online Campus Summer Registration Closing Soon!

Registration for summer classes with FCPS' Online Campus will close on Friday, June 7. Online campus courses are for students in grades 7-12. Email [email protected] or call 703-503-7781 with any questions.

Other Summer Learning OpportunitiesChantilly Academy will host an AFA CyberCamp from Monday, June 24, to Friday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. This camp would be a great fit for rising fifth through eighth graders of all skill levels interested in learning more about the importance of cybersecurity and gaining skills to protect themselves and others from cyber threats. Discounts are available for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Visit the camp website for more information.

Registration is also still available for the Institute for the Arts (IFTA) and Elementary-IFTA (E-IFTA) arts camps, and Credit Recovery Academy .

Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m.View details and a feedback form . 

Materiales de Educación para la Vida Familiar disponibles para revisión

Los materiales recomendados sobre la Educación para la Vida Familiar están disponibles a la comunidad para revisión hasta el lunes, 10 de junio, a las 4:30 p.m.Vea los detalles y el formulario de opiniones. 

Field Day Lunch 🥕

This year for field day we will do bag lunches. Teachers will start collecting lunch orders next week. Here are the choices for your student:

Turkey Ham & Cheese on Bun

Yogurt w/String Cheese $ Cheez-Its

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich w/String Cheese and Cheez-Its

*all lunch choices come with baby carrots, apple slices, and a student's choice of milk

Families may also choose to pack a lunch for their child!

☎️ 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 .

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

EOY Medication Pick-Up

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site  on  the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs

Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5 and older with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Saturday, June 29, at ICC for Children - Manassas
• Saturday, July 20, at ICC for Children - Herndon
• Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church

Appointments are required; no walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.

Ferias de Salud Pediátrica de INOVA para el regreso a clases

La Clínica Inova Cares (ICC) ofrecerá a los niños mayores de 5 años exámenes físicos y vacunas gratuitas para el ingreso a la escuela en las ferias de salud de verano para niños con Medicaid o que no tienen seguro. Las clínicas tendrán lugar de 9 a.m.-1 p.m. en las siguientes fechas:

• Sábado 29 de junio, en ICC-Children - Manassas
• Sábado 20 de julio, en ICC-Children - Herndon
• Sábado 17 de agosto, en ICC Children - Falls Church

Se requiere cita previa. No se admiten personas sin cita previa. Llame al  703-698-2550 para concertar una cita.

🩹 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 .

Calendar Reminders Last Day of School, 2-Hour Early Release

Wednesday, June 12

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

It's been a fun week at Lake Anne. We'd like to extend a special thank you to our music department, Mr. Balangue, Mr. Hurowitz, Mrs. Cunningham, and Mr. Robertson for another lively spring concert. It was so exciting to see how much our students have grown as musicians this year!

Additionally, we'd like to thank Mr. Johnson and Mrs. Rodgerson for all their hard work and planning for our amazing Art Show! Students enjoyed seeing their art displayed throughout the hallways and showed great pride in their work. We are so excited to celebrate all of our student strengths and talents!

Finally, thank you to all the families who volunteered and the 2nd Grade Team for hosting a fun WATER DAY to celebrate learning with their students. 

We are looking forward to all of the fun end of year events. Please see the calendar below. 

Sincerely,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Volunteer in the Lake Anne Garden

We are almost at the end of the year and one of our goals in Eco-School was to recover our courtyards so students can go outside and have great experiences while learning Science and exploring. 

Our master gardener helpers will be at Lake Anne next week and they are looking for parent volunteers to help them restore the pathways of courtyard #2. We got a terrific donation of stepping stones but they will need someone with strength to move them to their final location. Master gardeners also hope to work on adding the weed blocker around the raised beds and bringing mulch to cover the pathway from the garden by the field. No need to bring tools. 

Let us know if you can come on Wednesday 6/5/2024 from 9:00 -11:00 am

If you are interested, sign up by clicking here!

Blooming Authors 🌻

Blooming Authors is a school event that celebrates community and all the work our students have done in writing this year. Blooming Authors will be held on  June 7, 2024 throughout the day. Each teacher/grade level has a specific time their writers will celebrate. This information went home in Tuesday Folders. If you have questions about your child's blooming author's time, please contact their classroom teacher!

Attention RISING Langston Hughes MS Panthers!

Monday, June 3, 2024

7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Langston Hughes Middle School

Since you will soon be a part of the Hughes community, we would love to have you join us at our last PTA meeting of the year. While current Hughes parents and rising 7th grade parents and guardians are meeting, the rising 7th grade students will be whisked away to learn more about Hughes, play games, have snacks, and meet future and current Panthers!

What’s at this PTA meeting for parents and guardians of rising 7th graders?

• Talk with Dr. Mizell, Principal of LHMS, the PTA Team, and other Hughes parents
• Learn about what’s coming up and what to expect especially during those first few months of 7th grade
• Ask questions, questions, and more questions
• Get paired up with a current 7th grade Hughes parent to whom you can ask all your questions over the summer and the first few months of school
• Get more comfortable with your new school community
• Enjoy refreshments and camaraderie as we’re all a part of this crazy two years called middle school!

What’s at this gathering for rising 7th graders?

• Learn more about the Hughes building
• Meet rising 7th graders like yourself
• Get more comfortable with your new school
• Eat snacks!

Click here to RSVP for yourself and your student. Questions? Reach out to Kimberly at [email protected] . 

☀️ Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats. 

Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend . Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.

☀️ Disfrute Diversión y Recursos en el evento de un Verano Extraordinario

Venga a la Escuela Secundaria de Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ,para el FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Disfrute de pintura de cara, comida, música, un brincolín, acariciar alpacas, cuentos, y presentaciones de estudiantes - ¡todo gratis! Camiones de comida adicionales estarán en el sitio para vender una variedad de delicias. Las familias están invitadas a participar en atractivas actividades educativas diseñadas para despertar la curiosidad y el crecimiento. Las organizaciones comunitarias ofrecerán consejos, recursos e información útil. Visite la página web un Verano Extraordinario para obtener más información e inscribirse. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

🥗 Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance!

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school yearto receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year . Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch .

🥗 ¡No Olvide Revisar el Saldo del Almuerzo de su Estudiante!

Es una época ocupada del año, y sabemos que las familias tienen muchas prioridades. A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que las familias recuerden revisar la cuenta MySchoolBucks de sus estudiantes y pagar cualquier balance de comida escolar restante.

Las familias que ganan menos del 185% del nivel de pobreza califican para comidas gratis o a precio reducido. Sin embargo, hay que cumplimentar y presentar una nueva solicitud cada año escolar para recibir ese beneficio.La solicitud para el año escolar 2024-25 estará disponible este verano.

Si las familias tienen un balance actual y piensan que pueden ser elegibles para recibir comidas gratis o a precio reducido, por favor llenen la solicitud FRM para el año escolar 2022-23. Obtenga más información sobre el almuerzo gratuito y a precio reducido.

📝 Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines . 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments , including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.

📈 New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 TestsVirginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.

In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring. 

The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year. 

Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning. Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUESigning up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more . To create a new account, please contact Makenzy O'Flynn, for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information .

📝 Resultados de las pruebas de los estudiantes muy prontoMás tarde este mes, empezará a recibir los resultados de las encuestas de primavera de su hijo. Si no está seguro de qué encuesta tomó su hijo este año, vea esta lista de exámenes por nivel de grado en el sitio web de FCPS. Cómo se entregan los resultados depende del examen. Los puntajes serán publicados en SIS ParentVUE, o enviados por correo o por la escuela u organización examinadora. Aprenda qué esperar con respecto a las prácticas y plazos de presentación de informes de las encuestas. Visite el sitio web de FCPS para obtener información adicional sobre las encuestas de los estudiantes , incluyendo lo que cada evaluación está probando y cómo interpretar los resultados de las pruebas. Los cuidadores deben ponerse en contacto con el maestro de sus hijos con cualquier pregunta sobre las pruebas. 

📈 Nuevos Reportes de Crecimiento de los Exámenes SOL para los Grados 3-8

Los resultados de las pruebas de los Estándares de Aprendizaje de Virginia (SOL), junto con otros datos de los estudiantes, ayudan a demostrar en qué materias o temas los estudiantes pueden necesitar apoyo académico adicional

Para ayudar a interpretar los resultados de los SOL para los padres, el Departamento de Educación de Virginia ha publicado los nuevos Informes de Crecimiento para Padres de los Estándares de Aprendizaje para las familias de los estudiantes que realizaron los exámenes SOL de matemáticas y lectura de 3º a 8º grado esta primavera. 

El Informe de Crecimiento para Padres combina los resultados de las Evaluaciones de Crecimiento de Virginia (VGA) de otoño e invierno con los resultados del SOL de la primavera para mostrar la tendencia en el progreso académico del estudiante este año. 

Aprenda a entender los resultados del SOL de su estudiante de 3º a 8º grado y encuentre recursos para apoyar su aprendizaje continuo.

Apoye el éxito de su hijo en SIS ParentVUERegistrarse para obtener una cuenta SIS ParentVUE le ayuda a apoyar el éxito académico de su hijo. Los padres o tutores pueden ver información importante en ParentVUE, como la asistencia, las calificaciones, los informes de progreso y las puntuaciones de las evaluaciones.

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

¿Necesita ayuda para crear una cuenta SIS ParentVUE? Este vídeo le explica los pasos. Obtenga más información. Para crear una cuenta nueva, comuníquese con Makenzy O'Flynn para obtener la clave de activación.

Online Campus Summer Registration Closing Soon!

Registration for summer classes with FCPS' Online Campus will close on Friday, June 7. Online campus courses are for students in grades 7-12. Email [email protected] or call 703-503-7781 with any questions.

Other Summer Learning OpportunitiesChantilly Academy will host an AFA CyberCamp from Monday, June 24, to Friday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. This camp would be a great fit for rising fifth through eighth graders of all skill levels interested in learning more about the importance of cybersecurity and gaining skills to protect themselves and others from cyber threats. Discounts are available for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Visit the camp website for more information.

Registration is also still available for the Institute for the Arts (IFTA) and Elementary-IFTA (E-IFTA) arts camps, and Credit Recovery Academy .

Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m.View details and a feedback form . 

Materiales de Educación para la Vida Familiar disponibles para revisión

Los materiales recomendados sobre la Educación para la Vida Familiar están disponibles a la comunidad para revisión hasta el lunes, 10 de junio, a las 4:30 p.m.Vea los detalles y el formulario de opiniones. 

Field Day Lunch 🥕

This year for field day we will do bag lunches. Teachers will start collecting lunch orders next week. Here are the choices for your student:

Turkey Ham & Cheese on Bun

Yogurt w/String Cheese $ Cheez-Its

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich w/String Cheese and Cheez-Its

*all lunch choices come with baby carrots, apple slices, and a student's choice of milk

Families may also choose to pack a lunch for their child!

☎️ 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 .

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

EOY Medication Pick-Up

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site  on  the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

🩹 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 .

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Friday, May 3

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

May 6-10

Memorial Day, Student and Staff Holiday

Monday, May 27

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

Thank you to all the parents who volunteered during our 3rd Grade Field Trip to Colvin Run Mill. Our students had a wonderful time exploring this historic site and learning about simple machines.

SOL testing for our students is almost complete! Next week, eligible students will begin retakes. Thank you to all our families for supporting students throughout the window and ensuring that students came to school on time and ready to do their best! SOL Score Reports for families will automatically be posted to ParentVue on June 3.

We hope everyone has a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend! 

Sincerely,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Blooming Authors 🌻

Blooming Authors is a school event that celebrates community and all the work our students have done in writing this year. Blooming Authors will be held on  June 7, 2024 throughout the day. Each teacher/grade level has a specific time their writers will celebrate. This information went home in Tuesday Folders. If you have questions about your child's blooming author's time, please contact their classroom teacher!

☀️ Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats. 

Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend . Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.

☀️ Disfrute Diversión y Recursos en el evento de un Verano Extraordinario

Venga a la Escuela Secundaria de Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ,para el FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Disfrute de pintura de cara, comida, música, un brincolín, acariciar alpacas, cuentos, y presentaciones de estudiantes - ¡todo gratis! Camiones de comida adicionales estarán en el sitio para vender una variedad de delicias. Las familias están invitadas a participar en atractivas actividades educativas diseñadas para despertar la curiosidad y el crecimiento. Las organizaciones comunitarias ofrecerán consejos, recursos e información útil. Visite la página web un Verano Extraordinario para obtener más información e inscribirse. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

🥗 Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance!

It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance. 

Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school yearto receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer. 

If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2023-24 school year . Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch .

🥗 ¡No Olvide Revisar el Saldo del Almuerzo de su Estudiante!

Es una época ocupada del año, y sabemos que las familias tienen muchas prioridades. A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que las familias recuerden revisar la cuenta MySchoolBucks de sus estudiantes y pagar cualquier balance de comida escolar restante.

Las familias que ganan menos del 185% del nivel de pobreza califican para comidas gratis o a precio reducido. Sin embargo, hay que cumplimentar y presentar una nueva solicitud cada año escolar para recibir ese beneficio.La solicitud para el año escolar 2024-25 estará disponible este verano.

Si las familias tienen un balance actual y piensan que pueden ser elegibles para recibir comidas gratis o a precio reducido, por favor llenen la solicitud FRM para el año escolar 2022-23. Obtenga más información sobre el almuerzo gratuito y a precio reducido.

📝 Student Testing Results Coming Soon

• 📝 Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines . 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments , including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.

📈 New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 TestsVirginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.

In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring. 

The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year. 

Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning. Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUESigning up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more . To create a new account, please contact Makenzy O'Flynn, for an activation letter. 

If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information .

📝 Resultados de las pruebas de los estudiantes muy prontoMás tarde este mes, empezará a recibir los resultados de las encuestas de primavera de su hijo. Si no está seguro de qué encuesta tomó su hijo este año, vea esta lista de exámenes por nivel de grado en el sitio web de FCPS. Cómo se entregan los resultados depende del examen. Los puntajes serán publicados en SIS ParentVUE, o enviados por correo o por la escuela u organización examinadora. Aprenda qué esperar con respecto a las prácticas y plazos de presentación de informes de las encuestas. Visite el sitio web de FCPS para obtener información adicional sobre las encuestas de los estudiantes , incluyendo lo que cada evaluación está probando y cómo interpretar los resultados de las pruebas. Los cuidadores deben ponerse en contacto con el maestro de sus hijos con cualquier pregunta sobre las pruebas. 

📈 Nuevos Reportes de Crecimiento de los Exámenes SOL para los Grados 3-8

Los resultados de las pruebas de los Estándares de Aprendizaje de Virginia (SOL), junto con otros datos de los estudiantes, ayudan a demostrar en qué materias o temas los estudiantes pueden necesitar apoyo académico adicional

Para ayudar a interpretar los resultados de los SOL para los padres, el Departamento de Educación de Virginia ha publicado los nuevos Informes de Crecimiento para Padres de los Estándares de Aprendizaje para las familias de los estudiantes que realizaron los exámenes SOL de matemáticas y lectura de 3º a 8º grado esta primavera. 

El Informe de Crecimiento para Padres combina los resultados de las Evaluaciones de Crecimiento de Virginia (VGA) de otoño e invierno con los resultados del SOL de la primavera para mostrar la tendencia en el progreso académico del estudiante este año. 

Aprenda a entender los resultados del SOL de su estudiante de 3º a 8º grado y encuentre recursos para apoyar su aprendizaje continuo.

Apoye el éxito de su hijo en SIS ParentVUERegistrarse para obtener una cuenta SIS ParentVUE le ayuda a apoyar el éxito académico de su hijo. Los padres o tutores pueden ver información importante en ParentVUE, como la asistencia, las calificaciones, los informes de progreso y las puntuaciones de las evaluaciones.

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices. 

¿Necesita ayuda para crear una cuenta SIS ParentVUE? Este vídeo le explica los pasos. Obtenga más información. Para crear una cuenta nueva, comuníquese con Makenzy O'Flynn para obtener la clave de activación.

Career Day: June 3

Lake Anne will be having a career day on Monday, 6/3 from 9:15- 10:15. We are currently seeking parents, friends, family and community members who are interested in sharing with students about their careers. If you know anyone who may be interested, please share this google form.

https://forms.gle/uxb6MASkeEM2z5xk9

Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m.View details and a feedback form . 

Materiales de Educación para la Vida Familiar disponibles para revisión

Los materiales recomendados sobre la Educación para la Vida Familiar están disponibles a la comunidad para revisión hasta el lunes, 10 de junio, a las 4:30 p.m.Vea los detalles y el formulario de opiniones. 

Field Day Lunch 🥕

This year for field day we will do bag lunches. Teachers will start collecting lunch orders next week. Here are the choices for your student:

Turkey Ham & Cheese on Bun

Yogurt w/String Cheese $ Cheez-Its

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich w/String Cheese and Cheez-Its

*all lunch choices come with baby carrots, apple slices, and a student's choice of milk

Families may also choose to pack a lunch for their child!

☎️ 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 .

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

EOY Medication Pick-Up

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site  on  the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

🩹 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 .

🖍️ 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. 

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 .

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Friday, May 3

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

May 6-10

Memorial Day, Student and Staff Holiday

Monday, May 27

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

On Tuesday, May 21, our students in grades 3-6 will take their Math SOL.  It is important that students come to school on time on Tuesday unless they are not feeling well. You can help your child do their best on the test by providing them encouraging words and ensuring they have a healthy breakfast. Students will also have access to a healthy breakfast at school. Any student who scores between a 375-399 is eligible for a retake. If you would like your child to retake any SOL, you can help us make this a smooth process by completing the  permission to retest form .

As a reminder, May 27 is a student and staff holiday in observance of Memorial Day.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong . From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources .

Asiste a la escuela hoy; para tener éxito mañana. ¡Todo Pertenecemos Aqui! Todos pertenecemos a FCPS. Desde el primer día de escuela, hasta el último día de escuela, cada niño importa. Si su estudiante está teniendo dificultades para terminar el año con fuerza y asistir a la escuela, por favor contacte a un adulto de confianza en la escuela-un maestro, consejero o administrador. Visite

LAES Compost Helpers

Interested in helping our LAES student Eco-Club members collect food scraps to be taken to our new worm composting bins? We need 1-2 adult volunteers during the lunch hour (11:00 am -1:30 pm) on Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you can commit to a weekly session that isn't offered, please let us know at [email protected] .  If you can only come part of the time, that's also an option. Thank you!

Sign Up Here!

Career Day: June 3

Lake Anne will be having a career day on Monday, 6/3 from 9:15- 10:15. We are currently seeking parents, friends, family and community members who are interested in sharing with students about their careers. If you know anyone who may be interested, please share this google form.

https://forms.gle/uxb6MASkeEM2z5xk9

Field Day Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for some volunteers for field day, Monday, June 10th.
Please consider helping during one or all of the sessions:
KG - 1st grade - 9:15 - 11:00 am
2nd-4th grade - 11:20 - 1:50 pm
5th - 6th grade - 1:50 - 3:25 pm
If interested, please use the link below to sign up:
FIELD DAY HELPERS

Volunteers must be available for the entire time slot they choose to help with.
Volunteers will remain at the same station for the duration.
Please note, we are unable to accept volunteers who will have a child in their care during their time slot.

We will host an information meeting in early May for those who are interested.Please sign up by May 3, 2024.

Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m.View details and a feedback form . 

Materiales de Educación para la Vida Familiar disponibles para revisión

Los materiales recomendados sobre la Educación para la Vida Familiar están disponibles a la comunidad para revisión hasta el lunes, 10 de junio, a las 4:30 p.m.Vea los detalles y el formulario de opiniones. 

Field Day Lunch 🥕

This year for field day we will do bag lunches. Teachers will start collecting lunch orders next week. Here are the choices for your student:

Turkey Ham & Cheese on Bun

Yogurt w/String Cheese $ Cheez-Its

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich w/String Cheese and Cheez-Its

*all lunch choices come with baby carrots, apple slices, and a student's choice of milk

Families may also choose to pack a lunch for their child!

☎️ 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 .

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, 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.

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

🩹 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 .

🖍️ 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. 

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 .

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Friday, May 3

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

May 6-10

Memorial Day, Student and Staff Holiday

Monday, May 27

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

We had such a wonderful week celebrating our teachers! Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to making this week special. The PTA did a marvelous job of decorating our building and ensuring our teachers felt like VIPs this week. 

Next week,  5th Gradestudents will take their  Science SOL. You can help your students be successful by ensuring they get enough sleep the night before, helping them arrive to school on time, and have a healthy breakfast at school or at home.

Lastly, we have a limited number of yearbooks available for sale. The cost is $15.00 and you can purchase one with Ms. Tasha in the front office. If you have already purchased a yearbook, they will be distributed to students during the week of May 28-31.  

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!

• Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation . See how to:

• Check your child’s attendance record.
• Help your student stay engaged at school.
• Report future absences.
• Understand the FCPS school calendar.

Learn more about attendance resources .

LAES Compost Helpers

Interested in helping our LAES student Eco-Club members collect food scraps to be taken to our new worm composting bins? We need 1-2 adult volunteers during the lunch hour (11:00 am -1:30 pm) on Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you can commit to a weekly session that isn't offered, please let us know at [email protected] .  If you can only come part of the time, that's also an option. Thank you!

Sign Up Here!

St. Anne's Food Pantry 🍓

Healthy Food At No Cost!

Every 3rd Thursday of the Month

St. Anne's Episcopal Churck Food Pantry

1700 Wainwright Dr. Reston

May 16, 2025 12:00 Noon - 1:00PM

Career Day: June 3

Lake Anne will be having a career day on Monday, 6/3 from 9:15- 10:15. We are currently seeking parents, friends, family and community members who are interested in sharing with students about their careers. If you know anyone who may be interested, please share this google form.

https://forms.gle/uxb6MASkeEM2z5xk9

Field Day Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for some volunteers for field day, Monday, June 10th.
Please consider helping during one or all of the sessions:
KG - 1st grade - 9:15 - 11:00 am
2nd-4th grade - 11:20 - 1:50 pm
5th - 6th grade - 1:50 - 3:25 pm
If interested, please use the link below to sign up:
FIELD DAY HELPERS

Volunteers must be available for the entire time slot they choose to help with.
Volunteers will remain at the same station for the duration.
Please note, we are unable to accept volunteers who will have a child in their care during their time slot.

We will host an information meeting in early May for those who are interested.Please sign up by May 3, 2024.

Field Day Lunch 🥕

This year for field day we will do bag lunches. Teachers will start collecting lunch orders next week. Here are the choices for your student:

Turkey Ham & Cheese on Bun

Yogurt w/String Cheese $ Cheez-Its

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich w/String Cheese and Cheez-Its

*all lunch choices come with baby carrots, apple slices, and a student's choice of milk

Families may also choose to pack a lunch for their child!

☎️ 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 .

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

🩹 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 .

🖍️ 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. 

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 .

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Friday, May 3

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

May 6-10

Memorial Day, Student and Staff Holiday

Monday, May 27

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

This week was fully of excitement as students participated in Penny Wars! Each morning students had a great time adding pennies to their grade level buckets as they tried to get the win for their grade level. Thank you to our volunteers to who are counting up all our pennies so that we can announce the grade level winner on Monday. Our students and families also had a great time celebrating at Dolphin Dash on Thursday. Our students were off to races as they celebrated a fun week of learning and Penny Wars. 

On Tuesday, students in Grades 3-6 will take their Reading SOL. Our teachers have been working hard to prepare them so that they go into the test feeling confident and calm. It is important that students come to school on time on Tuesday unless they are not feeling well. You can help your child do their best on the test by providing them encouraging words and ensuring they have a healthy breakfast. Students will also have access to a healthy breakfast at school. Any student who scores between a 375-399 is eligible for a retake. If you would like your child to retake any SOL, you can help us make this a smooth process by completing the permission to retest form . Thank you for your support!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

💙 Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

Lake Anne teachers and staff are AMAZING! We are exciting to show our appreciation for them during National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10. The PTA and School Administration have planned lots of fun treats for our teachers and staff. 

You can help us make this a great week for our teachers by "showering them with praise" on Thursday, May 9. Our teachers love to receive notes, cards, flowers, and treats from our students and families. We invite you to shower them with praise this coming Thursday to show how grateful we are for all that they do!

You can check out the PTA flyer for Teacher Appreciation Week below!

💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!

• Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation . See how to:

• Check your child’s attendance record.
• Help your student stay engaged at school.
• Report future absences.
• Understand the FCPS school calendar.

Learn more about attendance resources .

LAES Compost Helpers

Interested in helping our LAES student Eco-Club members collect food scraps to be taken to our new worm composting bins? We need 1-2 adult volunteers during the lunch hour (11:00 am -1:30 pm) on Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you can commit to a weekly session that isn't offered, please let us know at [email protected] .  If you can only come part of the time, that's also an option. Thank you!

Sign Up Here!

Career Day: June 3

Lake Anne will be having a career day on Monday, 6/3 from 9:15- 10:15. We are currently seeking parents, friends, family and community members who are interested in sharing with students about their careers. If you know anyone who may be interested, please share this google form.

https://forms.gle/uxb6MASkeEM2z5xk9

Field Day Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for some volunteers for field day, Monday, June 10th.
Please consider helping during one or all of the sessions:
KG - 1st grade - 9:15 - 11:00 am
2nd-4th grade - 11:20 - 1:50 pm
5th - 6th grade - 1:50 - 3:25 pm
If interested, please use the link below to sign up:
FIELD DAY HELPERS

Volunteers must be available for the entire time slot they choose to help with.
Volunteers will remain at the same station for the duration.
Please note, we are unable to accept volunteers who will have a child in their care during their time slot.

We will host an information meeting in early May for those who are interested.Please sign up by May 3, 2024.

☎️ 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 .

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

🩹 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 .

🖍️ 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. 

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 .

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Friday, May 3

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

May 6-10

Memorial Day, Student and Staff Holiday

Monday, May 27

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

This week our dolphins had so many fun learning opportunities! Our 6th grade technology students participated in a version of "Shark Tank" where they created businesses that supported. Students used a variety of technology tools like Canva, Google Sites, and Google Docs to create their business presentations. Each presenter created a T-Shirt with their logo which they wore during their presentation! Our Kindergarten students took a fun field trip to the zoo where they got to apply all their learning about living things!

Next week, we are excited for Penny Wars and Dolphin Dash! During Penny Wars, students bring in spare change to see which grade level can raise the most money. Only Pennies will count towards the grade level total. On Thursday, May 2. We will celebrate all the kids fundraising through our Dolphin Dash Fun Run. The flyer below lists the grade level "fund-run" times. We welcome families to come out and cheer on their Dolphins!

Finally, thank you for all who have started dropping off your cards and notes to help celebrate our teachers! We will be  Showering Our Teachers With Praise  on May 8 in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week. If you have a card or note for our teachers, please drop them off in the front office!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

🙋 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 .

Career Day: June 3

On Monday, June 3, we will hold a career day sponsored by our counseling team, Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. Penning. The event will be from 9:15-10:15 and we are looking for a variety of parent and community volunteers. If you are able to volunteer for career day, please sign up using this link . 

Field Day Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for some volunteers for field day, Monday, June 10th.
Please consider helping during one or all of the sessions:
KG - 1st grade - 9:15 - 11:00 am
2nd-4th grade - 11:20 - 1:50 pm
5th - 6th grade - 1:50 - 3:25 pm
If interested, please use the link below to sign up:
FIELD DAY HELPERS

Volunteers must be available for the entire time slot they choose to help with.
Volunteers will remain at the same station for the duration.
Please note, we are unable to accept volunteers who will have a child in their care during their time slot.

We will host an information meeting in early May for those who are interested.Please sign up by May 3, 2024.

Mental Health in Children

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most diagnosed in children, which commonly occurs together. Anxiety is feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places, or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program , please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

For Further Information & Support:

Monica Rogers

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

☎️ 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 .

Join us for the May PTA Meeting! Garden Clean-Up

To end Earth Week, Lake Anne will host a garden clean-up on April 27th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM. We hope to see many families there to help beautify our gardens for the Spring!

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

🗳️ 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 .

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.

🤧 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 whenthe student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; ANDthe 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

🖍️ 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. 

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 .

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Monday, April 1

Staff Development Day, Student Holiday

Tuesday, April 2

Eid, Student and Staff Holiday

Wednesday, April 10

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page .

Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

Bravo to our third grade students and teachers for their Ancient Civilizations Museum this week. Our students have learned so much throughout the year and had the opportunity to share their learning with families this week. Thank you to all the families and staff member who were able to come out and celebrate with our students!

Lake Anne is gearing up for Teacher Appreciation Week! Teacher Appreciation Week is from May 6-10. Our teachers work so hard to support our students and school in ways seen and unseen. We couldn't be more grateful to work with such a committed group of educators. This year, we have set aside a special day to "Shower our Teachers" with praise and we'd love your help! Families can choose to create a handwritten card or special treat for our teachers, specialists, instructional assistants, or student monitors to celebrate them for all of their hard work. Please drop off your special treat in the front office and we will collect and organize all your contributions into one keepsake gift bag for our teachers. Families might choose to make a card, teacher craft, or handwritten note to celebrate our teachers and staff. Our teachers and staff also love fun teacher tools and lots of coffee! We thank you in advance for helping to make this the best teacher appreciation week ever!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Field Day Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for some volunteers for field day, Monday, June 10th.
Please consider helping during one or all of the sessions:
KG - 1st grade - 9:15 - 11:00 am
2nd-4th grade - 11:20 - 1:50 pm
5th - 6th grade - 1:50 - 3:25 pm
If interested, please use the link below to sign up:
FIELD DAY HELPERS

Volunteers must be available for the entire time slot they choose to help with.
Volunteers will remain at the same station for the duration.
Please note, we are unable to accept volunteers who will have a child in their care during their time slot.

We will host an information meeting in early May for those who are interested.Please sign up by May 3, 2024.

Mental Health in Children

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most diagnosed in children, which commonly occurs together. Anxiety is feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places, or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program , please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

For Further Information & Support:

Monica Rogers

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

Celebrate Earth Week! April 22-26

Monday, April 22 - Wear Green

Tuesday, April 23 - Wear Blue

Wednesday, April 24 - Wear White

Thursday, April 25 - Wear Red

Friday, April 26 - Wear Animal Print

Garden Clean-Up

To end Earth Week, Lake Anne will host a garden clean-up on April 27th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM. We hope to see many families there to help beautify our gardens for the Spring!

Title I Information for the 2024-2025 School Year

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be a Title I school for the 2024-205 school year! On Tuesday, April 16 we held a community meeting to share some information about how this will impact our school. Some of the information is shared below and if you have questions, please feel free to add them to this google form and we will address them throughout the end of the school year and summer. 

Important Information:

• Title I is a Federally Funded Grant

• Schools are identified for Title I funds based on the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

• The purpose of Title I is to provide all students significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Being a Title I school means receiving federal funding to supplement the school’s existing programs. 
• Title I Funding Supports:
  • • Implementing innovative educational programs that are geared toward students’ needs to ensure all students reach high expectations.
    • Expanding intervention and enrichment programs.
    • Additional staffing to support interventions, enrichment, and specific areas of opportunity for the school.

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

🗳️ 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 .

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.

🤧 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 whenthe student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; ANDthe 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

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

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

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

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

💻 Try Online Registration

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

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

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Monday, April 1

Staff Development Day, Student Holiday

Tuesday, April 2

Eid, Student and Staff Holiday

Wednesday, April 10

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

Thank you to all the families and community members who came out to Kindergarten Orientation. We are so excited to welcome our new dolphins next year! This week our 4th Grade students ventured to Jamestown and learned more about this historic settlement. Thank you to the team for your planning and to our chaperones for supporting your students and our school.

Additionally, our 6th grade students had the opportunity to participate in Tree Planting on April 11. Consuelo Bachelet, our 2nd Grade Teacher and Eco-School lead worked with Urban Forest to bring this unique experience to our students and help them leave a lasting legacy at Lake Anne before they "Sail on to Greatness". Thank you Consuelo and Urban Forest for this fun opportunity for our students! Check out some pictures below! 

Finally, earlier this month all families received a message letting them know that next year Lake Anne will be a Title I School. We are excited about the additional support this can provide for our school and students. We are hosting a  Title I Family Information Nighton  Tuesday, April 16, from 6:00-7:00 in the Cafeteria. We look forward to connecting with you!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Mental Health in Children

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most diagnosed in children, which commonly occurs together. Anxiety is feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places, or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program , please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

For Further Information & Support:

Monica Rogers

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

Celebrate Earth Week! April 22-26

Monday, April 22 - Wear Green

Tuesday, April 23 - Wear Blue

Wednesday, April 24 - Wear White

Thursday, April 25 - Wear Red

Friday, April 26 - Wear Animal Print

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Healthy Food at No Cost

Nutritious Groceries Every Third Thursday of the Month

St. Anne’s Episcopal Church Food Pantry 1700 Wainwright Drive, Reston

April 18th, 12 noon – 1 pm

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

Purple Up! Day - April 17, 2024

As April unfolds, the spotlight shines brightly on our military-connected youth as Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and communities come together to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MOMC).  

Amidst the challenges and sacrifices inherent with the military lifestyle, children of service members show their unwavering support for their parents and guardians as they stand as pillars of resilience, adapting to change, and embracing diversity. Their commitment to supporting their service member(s) deserves not just recognition, but celebration.  

Throughout April, FCPS schools will celebrate MOMC through various special events and activities to recognize military-connected youth. One of the most visible displays of support for military-connected youth occurs on Purple Up! Day, a day dedicated to showing appreciation by wearing purple – to represent the combined colors of branches of the military.  Please join FCPS for Purple Up! Day on April 17, 2024, as we proudly wear purple as a sign of our appreciation.  

To learn more about MOMC and Purple up! Day activities, please contact your school.  

To connect with FCPS resources, please visit Family and School Partnerships .  

🗳️ 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 .

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

Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m.Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act , FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy , and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3 , which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.

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.

🤧 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 whenthe student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; ANDthe 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

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

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

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

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

💻 Try Online Registration

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

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

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Monday, April 1

Staff Development Day, Student Holiday

Tuesday, April 2

Eid, Student and Staff Holiday

Wednesday, April 10

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

We hope that everyone had a wonderful Spring Break! Our dolphins have been excited to come back and share all of their adventures. We are starting off 4th quarter with a bang as our dolphins got to experience a one-of-a-kind assembly courtesy of mobile ed. All of our dolphins had the opportunity to visit the Sky Dome Planetarium and take a fun and exciting journey through space. A huge THANK YOU to the PTA for coordinating this memorable experience for our learners.  

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Solar Eclipse Information

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 2:04PM and end around 4:32PM, with the maximum eclipse occurring around 3:20PM.

While witnessing such a celestial event can be awe-inspiring and educational, it is crucial that we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students above all else. Lake Anne will not be sending students outside to view the eclipse. Instead of viewing the eclipse outside, students and staff will be provided with the NASA livestream link as an option to safely observe the eclipse.

There will be some overlap of the expected window and Lake Anne dismissal. Students will be reminded to not stare at the sun, and we ask that parents remind their children that it is not safe to look directly at the sun without specialized eye protection for solar viewing. 

FCPS has a page that shares information about Solar Eclipses at https://www.fcps.edu/solar-eclipse . 

Celebrate Earth Week! April 22-26

Monday, April 22 - Wear Green

Tuesday, April 23 - Wear Blue

Wednesday, April 24 - Wear White

Thursday, April 25 - Wear Red

Friday, April 26 - Wear Animal Print

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Apply for FCPS PreK and Early Head Start

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families who reside in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for PreK or Early Head Start if you:

• have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
• receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
• receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.

Though families may qualify, spaces are limited and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds. The application process begins January 1st for the upcoming school year. However it is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.

Early Head Start is for children 0-2 years of age and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas.

Visit this website for more information and application links!

Purple Up! Day - April 17, 2024

As April unfolds, the spotlight shines brightly on our military-connected youth as Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and communities come together to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MOMC).  

Amidst the challenges and sacrifices inherent with the military lifestyle, children of service members show their unwavering support for their parents and guardians as they stand as pillars of resilience, adapting to change, and embracing diversity. Their commitment to supporting their service member(s) deserves not just recognition, but celebration.  

Throughout April, FCPS schools will celebrate MOMC through various special events and activities to recognize military-connected youth. One of the most visible displays of support for military-connected youth occurs on Purple Up! Day, a day dedicated to showing appreciation by wearing purple – to represent the combined colors of branches of the military.  Please join FCPS for Purple Up! Day on April 17, 2024, as we proudly wear purple as a sign of our appreciation.  

To learn more about MOMC and Purple up! Day activities, please contact your school.  

To connect with FCPS resources, please visit Family and School Partnerships .  

🗳️ 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 .

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

Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m.Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act , FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy , and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3 , which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.

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.

🤧 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 whenthe student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; ANDthe 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

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

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

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

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

💻 Try Online Registration

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

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

Calendar Reminders Teacher Workday, Student Holiday

Monday, April 1

Staff Development Day, Student Holiday

Tuesday, April 2

Eid, Student and Staff Holiday

Wednesday, April 10

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

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Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

It's been a fun, and busy week as head off into Spring Break! Thank you to the 4th Grade Team and 5th Grade Team for inviting families in this week for the 4th Grade Wax Museum and 5th Grade Poetry Slam!

Students also enjoyed participating in our Spring Spirit Week as they came dressed in their florals, twinning with their classmates, and of course--Pajama Day!

We hope everyone has a wonderful Spring Break and we look forward to seeing students back in the building on April 3!

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

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.

☀️ 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.

🤧 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 whenthe student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; ANDthe 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

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

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

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

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

💻 Try Online Registration

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

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

Calendar Reminders Walk and Roll

Friday, March 1

Election Day, Student Holiday

Tuesday, March 5

Literacy and Math Night

Thursday, March 7 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Garden Clean Up

Sunday, March 9 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

6th Grade Basketball Game

Friday, March 15

3rd Quarter Ends

Friday March 22 - THIS IS A FULL SCHOOL DAY FOR STUDENTS

Spring Break (No School)

Monday, March 25 - Friday, March 29

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page .

Principal's Message

Hello Lake Anne Families, 

The Lake Anne vs Forest Edge 6th Grade basketball game was such a great time! Our staff showed their skill on the obstacle course, our 6th Grade girls played hard and with heart, and our 6th Grade boys worked together and won their game! Thank you to all the parent volunteers who coached and to our PTA for your collaboration in making this a fun event for our school!

Next week, March 18-March 22, we will have a spirit week to pump up the Lake Anne spirit before Spring Break! See the details below. 

Have a Wonderful Weekend,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Dr. Brittany Rogers, Assistant Principal

Lake Anne SOL Schedule

Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing is right around the corner. SOLs are an opportunity for students to show everything they've learned this school year. Please see our schedule below:

✏️ Grade 5 Integrated Reading and Writing: April 16, 2024

New this year: Students taking the grade 5 or grade 8 SOL Reading test will complete an integrated reading and writing (IRW) component. The IRW component has one non-fiction reading passage followed by 4-6 multiple-choice/technology-enhanced items and an “invitation to write” based on the passage

📒 Grades 3-6 Reading: May 7, 2024

💡Grade 5 Science: May 14, 2024

➕Grades 3-6 Math: May 21, 2024

Student Attendance

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 .

☀️ 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.

Techstravaganza 2024

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 20th annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PMat TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is the registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav24 . More information about the event can be found on our website at tjtechstrav.org .

LightSpeed Classroom Management

As part of our commitment to creating a safe and focused learning environment for our students, our school is using a classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. We are continuing to expand our use over the coming weeks. This tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:

• Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
• Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
• Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.

We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please note that student devices will not be monitored outside of school hours. The regular filters remain in place on school devices, but once they are home, teachers cannot monitor students. As parents, we would like to encourage you to sign up for your own Lightspeed reports, which will allow you to see how your child is spending time on the computer during and after school hours.

Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue

Community Conversations with the superintendent for families and community members are planned for the spring. Help your school promote the opportunities in your area and encourage families to attend to make their voices heard. Interpretation for most languages can be arranged.

• 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 .

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

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

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

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

💻 Try Online Registration

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

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

Student Transfer Renewal Application Opens February 15

A  student transfer  is valid for one year only. A parent or guardian must submit a renewal application each year for student transfer consideration. A renewal application may be submitted for students who continue to meet the same student transfer criteria as indicated on the original student transfer request. For students no longer meeting the same student transfer criteria, a new transfer request must be submitted.

All students will be considered eligible for student transfer renewal unless the principal indicates a student is not eligible for renewal in the  Online Student Transfer Application Admin View  or the transfer type does not allow for renewal e.g. graduating, moving from one level to another, or family relocation. 

Letters from the principal will be automatically generated from the online student transfer application in February for students eligible and not eligible for renewal and sent to the enrolling parents primary email address. 

For detailed information regarding the renewal process, please visit the  Online Student Transfer Application: Renewal Process webpage.

Calendar Reminders Walk and Roll

Friday, March 1

Election Day, Student Holiday

Tuesday, March 5

Literacy and Math Night

Thursday, March 7 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Garden Clean Up

Sunday, March 9 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

6th Grade Basketball Game

Friday, March 15

3rd Quarter Ends

Friday March 22 - THIS IS A FULL SCHOOL DAY FOR STUDENTS

Spring Break (No School)

Monday, March 25 - Friday, March 29

Click here for the 2023-2024 FCPS School Calendar

11510 North Shore Drive Reston, VA 20190  | Main Office:  703-326-3500
Attendance:  703-326-3535  |  Web | Twitter