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Principal's Message

Dear Lake Anne Families,

As we move through the final stretch of the school year, there is so much to celebrate at Lake Anne! Our classrooms continue to be filled with learning, growth, and excitement as students work hard to finish the year strong. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our teachers, staff, and families who continue to support our students each day. Thank you for partnering with us to make this a successful and memorable year for our school community.

As we head into our final week of SOL testing, we want to wish our 3rd and 5th grade students the very best of luck as they take their last SOL assessments! Our students and teachers have worked incredibly hard all year long, and we are proud of the growth, perseverance, and dedication we continue to see each day. Thank you to our families for your continued partnership and support of academics at home and at school. Your encouragement truly makes a difference.

We also want to celebrate that our chronic absenteeism rate is currently at 11% — so close to reaching our goal of below 10%! Let’s finish the year strong by making attendance a priority each day. Every school day matters, especially during these final weeks of instruction, testing, celebrations, and end-of-year activities. Thank you for helping ensure students are at school, on time, and ready to learn!

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• Tuesday, May 19
  • Science (Grade 5)
• Wednesday, May 20
  • Reading (Grade 3)
  • Virtual PTA Meeting 7:00pm
• Wednesday, May 25-27
  • Student Holidays
• Friday, May 29
  • Student Assembly 

Upcoming SOLs

• Upcoming SOL Dates:
  
  • May 19 - Science (Grade 5)
  • May 20 - Reading (Grade 3)

Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning. 

FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.

It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify us as soon as possible. 

Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters . 

Kiss & Ride Reminders

Our Kiss and Ride line begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 8:50 a.m. To help traffic move safely and efficiently, please pull all the way forward when dropping off students and remain in your vehicle at all times. If you need to come inside the building, please park in a designated parking spot or on the street. We also ask families to follow staff and patrol directions and avoid stopping or parking along the curb at any point in the Kiss and Ride lane. Thank you for helping us keep arrival safe and smooth for everyone!

School Health Room Updates

The school health room is reminding parents/guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up by dismissal time on the last day of school, June 17, 2026. If your student is enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form may be used for the summer program. Parents will need to pick up the medication and deliver it to the summer learning site.

Medication authorization forms for school year 26-27 are available online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services . This form is required for any prescription, or over-the-counter medication. Please refer to information about medication procedures on the back of the form. All over-the-counter medication must be unopened in an original container. No more than 100 pills/tablets should be brought to school. All prescription medications must be labeled by the pharmacist or health care provider and match the orders on the medication authorization.

Please reach out to the health room staff if you have any questions:

Mary Ellen Wolf, RN, Public Health Nurse, [email protected] , 571.595. 6549

Chitra Devkota, LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, [email protected] , 703.326.3510

Recordatorio sobre Medicamentos en la Sala de Salud Escolar

La sala de salud escolar desea recordarles a los padres y tutores que todos los medicamentos almacenados en la sala de salud deben recogerse antes de la hora de salida del último día de clases, el 17 de junio de 2026. Si su estudiante está inscrito en un programa de verano patrocinado por las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS), el formulario actual de autorización de medicamentos puede utilizarse para el programa de verano. Los padres deberán recoger el medicamento y entregarlo en el sitio del programa de aprendizaje de verano.

Los formularios de autorización de medicamentos para el año escolar 2026-2027 están disponibles en línea en https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services . Este formulario es obligatorio para cualquier medicamento recetado o de venta libre. Consulte la información sobre los procedimientos de medicamentos en la parte posterior del formulario.

Todos los medicamentos de venta libre deben estar sin abrir y en su envase original. No se deben traer más de 100 píldoras/tabletas a la escuela. Todos los medicamentos recetados deben estar etiquetados por el farmacéutico o proveedor de atención médica y coincidir con las indicaciones en el formulario de autorización de medicamentos.

Por favor, comuníquese con el personal de la sala de salud si tiene alguna pregunta:

Mary Ellen Wolf, RN, Enfermera de Salud Pública, [email protected] , 571.595.6549Chitra Devkota, LPN, Enfermera Práctica Licenciada, [email protected] , 703.326.3510

LAES Musical Support

Mr. Johnson has beautifully hand-drawn the backdrops for our upcoming school musical, and now we need helping hands to bring them to life with paint!

If you have any availability during the school day, please consider stopping by his classroom to help out. No experience needed—just a willingness to pitch in.

Thank you, and please help spread the word to other Lake Anne families!

Language Arts Updates

📚 Finishing Up Our Uncovering of History in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 7 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about history and culture. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What’s the most interesting thing you learned during this unit? Why is it so interesting?
• Activity: Design a family crest or symbol. Work together to draw and decorate a family coat of arms that represents your history, values, traditions, or favorite activities.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 Finalizando Nuestro Descubrimiento de la Historia en Artes del Lenguaje 

¡La Unidad 7 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje está llegando a su fin! Durante las últimas semanas, nuestros estudiantes han aprendido, leído y escrito sobre la historia y la cultura.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo(a) en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

• Pregunta:¿Qué fue lo más interesante que aprendiste durante esta unidad? ¿Por qué te pareció tan interesante?
• Actividad:Diseñen un escudo o símbolo familiar. Traben juntos para dibujar y decorar un escudo de armas familiar que represente su historia, valores, tradiciones o actividades favoritas.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo(a) llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con maneras divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a continuar desarrollando lo que aprenden en cada nivel de grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo(a) en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Upcoming PTA Events

Join us for a virtual PTA meeting on Wednesday, May 20th at 7:00 p.m.

Video call link: http://meet.google.com/vei-ccmp-ufx

Thank You for Supporting Teacher Appreciation Week

As a follow up to Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the many generous community partners and donors who helped make our staff feel so celebrated and appreciated. Your kindness, donations, and support truly spoiled our teachers and staff this week!

A special thank you to Wegman’s, Red’s Table, Nordic Knots Pretzels, Ted’s Bulletin, Big Bun’s, Dano’s Granola, Founding Farmers, River Sea Chocolates, Kook Dog, Lucia’s, First Watch, Trader Joe’s-Loudon, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, Pupatella, MOD Pizza-Plaza America, Sixty Vines, La Madeleine-Reston, Starbucks-Plaza America, True Food, Thompson Restaurants, Shutterfly, Jazzercise, Chick-fil-A at North Point, Wingstop Herndon, Makers Union, Marco’s Pizza-Herndon, and Chiboo Bakery for your generosity and partnership.

Our staff felt incredibly valued throughout the week, and we are so grateful for the support of our community. Thank you for helping us recognize the hard work and dedication of our amazing educators!

Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders

The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year. 

All students entering 7th gradeare required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. 

• To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
• To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
• To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 and 12 or as early as 9 years old. 
• Parents/guardians may decide that their child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

Immunization Events for FCPS StudentsFCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. 

Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents/guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student . Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available. 

Las siguientes vacunas son obligatorias para los estudiantes que entran en 7 -12 grados, cada año escolar. 

Todos los estudiantes entrando al grado 7están obligados a recibir una dosis de cada una de las siguientes vacuna, antes de comenzar la escuela: Refuerzo contra el tétanos, la difteria y la tos ferina (Tdap, por sus siglas en inglés), vacuna antimeningocócica (MenACWY, siglas en inglés) y vacuna contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH, siglas en inglés). 

• Para cumplir con el requisito de la Tdap, la vacuna debe ser administrada a los 7 años de edad o después.
• Para cumplir con el requisito de la MenACWY, la vacuna debe ser administrada a los 10 años de edad o después.
• Para cumplir con el requisito de la HPV, la vacuna debe ser administrada entre las edades de 11 y 12 años de edad, o tan temprano como a los 9 años. 
• Como padre o tutor, usted podría decidir no poner a su niño la vacuna HPV. La escuela no exige documentación si un padre o tutor decide no poner la vacuna HPV a su estudiante.

Todos los estudiantes que entren al grado 12deben recibir dos dosis de la vacuna antimeningocócica (MenACWY, siglas en inglés)antes de comenzar la escuela. Para cumplir este requisito del grado 12, una dosis debe ser administrada a la edad de 16 años o después. 

Animamos a padres y tutores a planificar con tiempo y hacer ahora una cita con anticipación con el médico de su niño, para así evitar apuros durante el verano. Por favor, considere ponerle las vacunas a su niño anticipadamente de forma tal, que ellos puedan asistir a la escuela en otoño. El verano es un tiempo muy ocupado para familias y médicos. Siempre que su niño tenga la edad necesaria para cumplir con los requisitos que mencionamos antes, pueden ser vacunados en cualquier momento.

Eventos de Vacunación para Estudiantes de FCPS

FCPS, en asociación con “Inspire Health Alliance”, ofrecerá las vacunas requeridas para la escuela y de forma opcional la vacuna contra el “flu”, a todos los estudiantes de FCPS, sin ningún costo. Se realizarán múltiples eventos en ubicaciones designadas de FCPS. 

Las fechas serán notificadas a los largo del año escolar. Padres o tutores pueden mirar los próximos eventos y programar una cita para su estudiante . La participación es voluntaria. También hay disponibles recursos adicionales sobre vacunación .

Techstravaganza 2026

Thomas Jefferson Techstravaganza! on Saturday, May 16, Thomas Jefferson High School is hosting hands-on STEM activities for families! This is a family fun FREE event! For more info:https://techstrav.org/index.html

You will need to register so they know how many people to expect at the stations, but entire event is free.https://tinyurl.com/Techstravaganza26

Food Allergies

FCPS Caters to Food Allergies

May is Food Allergy Awareness Month. The FCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to safe and nutritious school meals. Since 1 in 13 children in the U.S. has a food allergy, FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school.

To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs.

Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a safe menu for students . 

Summer Extravaganza

Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School . 

Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. 

For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage .

Descubra emocionantes actividades e ideas de aprendizaje para el verano.

Únase a las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax para una celebración comunitaria gratuita y familiar, llena de experiencias prácticas de STEM, artes y creatividad para estudiantes de todas las edades. La Extravaganza de Verano de este año se llevará a cabo el sábado 6 de junio, de 10:00 a.m. a 2:30 p.m., en la escuela secundaria Woodson.

Explore recursos de aprendizaje para el verano y conéctese con las oficinas de FCPS y socios comunitarios. No se pierda el Mercado Estudiantil y un día completo de actividades diseñadas para inspirar el aprendizaje, el crecimiento y la creatividad para toda la familia.

Para más información, visite la página web de la Extravaganza de Verano.

Family Information Phone Lines

Family Information Phone Lines

FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday. 

Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines .

Líneas telefónicas de información para familias

Las líneas telefónicas de información para familias de FCPS están disponibles en nueve idiomas diferentes. Un empleado de FCPS responderá su llamada en su idioma preferido dentro de 24 horas, de lunes a viernes.

Llame a la línea telefónica si tiene preguntas sobre la educación de su hijo/a o sobre FCPS, y alguien le ayudará a conectarse con recursos o a coordinar una conversación con el personal escolar correspondiente. Obtenga más información sobre las líneas telefónicas de información para familias.

Mental Health Services

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: 

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services

Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services. 

Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing [email protected] . 

Additional Mental Health Resources

FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health . During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number. 

Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts. 

And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.

Terapia Virtual Gratuita para Estudiantes de High School

Sesiones virtuales de terapia gratuitas están disponibles para estudiantes de secundaria de FCPS, lo que les ofrece un espacio seguro para encarar problemas como:

• Cambios de estado de ánimo o de comportamiento, motivación, duelo y pérdida.
• Ansiedad, preocupaciones, miedos.
• Habilidades de socialización, abuso (bullying), relaciones con semejantes y familiares.
• Estrés académico.

Los estudiantes pueden ser referidos por su cuidador o personal escolar designado. Usted puede referir a su hijo llamando al 571-749-2940 o contactando al consejero escolar, trabajador social, psicólogo o director de servicios al estudiante de FCPS. Para encontrar más información, visite la página FCPS Teletherapy .

🌱 La Salud Mental de su Niño es muy Importante: Tenga Acceso a Servicios Integrales

Comuníquese con la “Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, CSB, para que reciba servicios de salud mental para jóvenes diseñados para ayudar a su niño a lograr el éxito. La CSB cuenta con consejería individual y familiar, Evaluación y diagnóstico psiquiátrico, manejo de prescripciones, grupos de apoyo para padres, grupos de apoyo de semejantes, respuesta a crisis, apoyo para la recuperación, incluyendo “medication assisted treatment”, MAT, servicios intensivos y más.

Para comenzar, contacte a la oficina de Admisión y Referencia de CSB, llamando al 703-383-8500 o escribiendo a la dirección [email protected] . 

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Visit the local farmers market at St. John Neumann Catholic Church for fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, bread and prepared foods!

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• 2027 Budget Updates
• New Cell Phone Policy
• Stay Up-to-Date with the Mobile App

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today . 

En caso de que no lo haya visto en FCPS This Week, la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• Actualizaciones del presupuesto 2027
• Nueva política de teléfonos celulares
• Manténgase al día con la aplicación móvil

Lea FCPS This Week para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, regístrese hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Dear Lake Anne Families,

Last week was Staff Appreciation Week, and we are so grateful to our PTA and families for going above and beyond to show our staff how much they are appreciated. Your thoughtful notes, treats, and acts of kindness made the week incredibly special for our teachers and staff. Thank you for your continued support of our school community.

We continue our Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments this week. Our n ext SOL assessment will take place on Thursday, May 14. Our teachers have worked hard to help students feel calm and confident, and we appreciate your support in ensuring students arrive on time, well rested, and ready to do their best. Encouragement from home and a healthy breakfast can make a big difference!

Additionally, this Wednesday, May 13, is an early release day.Please be sure to check your email for this month’s early release dismissal confirmation for your child/ren. If there will be any changes to your child’s dismissal plan, please notify the office as soon as possible so we can ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all students.

Thank you for your partnership and continued support.

Warmly,

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• Thursday, May 13
  • 3 hour early release
  • Dining for Dollars at Chick-fil-A
• Thursday, May 14
  • Math (Grades 3-6)
• Tuesday, May 19
  • Science (Grade 5)
• Wednesday, May 20
  • Reading (Grade 3)
  • Virtual PTA Meeting 7:00pm

Upcoming SOLs

• Upcoming SOL Dates:
  
  • May 14 - Math (Grades 3-6)
  • May 19 - Science (Grade 5)
  • May 20 - Reading (Grade 3)

Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning. 

FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.

It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify us as soon as possible. 

Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters . 

Kiss & Ride Reminders

Our Kiss and Ride line begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 8:50 a.m. To help traffic move safely and efficiently, please pull all the way forward when dropping off students and remain in your vehicle at all times. If you need to come inside the building, please park in a designated parking spot or on the street. We also ask families to follow staff and patrol directions and avoid stopping or parking along the curb at any point in the Kiss and Ride lane. Thank you for helping us keep arrival safe and smooth for everyone!

LAES Musical Support

Mr. Johnson has beautifully hand-drawn the backdrops for our upcoming school musical, and now we need helping hands to bring them to life with paint!

If you have any availability during the school day, please consider stopping by his classroom to help out. No experience needed—just a willingness to pitch in.

Thank you, and please help spread the word to other Lake Anne families!

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Uncovering History in Language Arts 📚

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 7 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored why the past is important, how communities evolve, and ancient cultures. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What is one thing people in the past did differently from us? Would you want to live back then? Why or why not?
• Activity: Ask your child to pretend they’ve created a new world. What would they name it? Who would live there?  What would it look like and how would it change over time? Have them draw a picture.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad de camino descubriendo la historia en Artes del Lenguaje 📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 7 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han explorado por qué el pasado es importante, cómo evolucionan las comunidades y las culturas antiguas.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas en casa:

Pregunta:¿Qué es una cosa que las personas del pasado hacían de manera diferente a nosotros? ¿Te gustaría vivir en esa época? ¿Por qué sí o por qué no?

Actividad:Pídale a su hijo/a que imagine que ha creado un mundo nuevo. ¿Cómo lo llamaría? ¿Quiénes vivirían allí? ¿Cómo se vería y cómo cambiaría con el tiempo? Pídale que dibuje una imagen.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con ideas divertidas para seguir fortaleciendo el aprendizaje en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Upcoming PTA Events

Dining for Dollars - Wednesday, May 13th - North Point Village Chick-fil-A

Join us for a virtual PTA meeting on Wednesday, May 20th at 7:00 p.m.

Video call link: http://meet.google.com/vei-ccmp-ufx

Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders New Student Safety Program

The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year. 

All students entering 7th gradeare required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. 

• To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
• To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
• To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 and 12 or as early as 9 years old. 
• Parents/guardians may decide that their child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

Immunization Events for FCPS StudentsFCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. 

Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents/guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student . Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available. 

Las siguientes vacunas son obligatorias para los estudiantes que entran en 7 -12 grados, cada año escolar. 

Todos los estudiantes entrando al grado 7están obligados a recibir una dosis de cada una de las siguientes vacuna, antes de comenzar la escuela: Refuerzo contra el tétanos, la difteria y la tos ferina (Tdap, por sus siglas en inglés), vacuna antimeningocócica (MenACWY, siglas en inglés) y vacuna contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH, siglas en inglés). 

• Para cumplir con el requisito de la Tdap, la vacuna debe ser administrada a los 7 años de edad o después.
• Para cumplir con el requisito de la MenACWY, la vacuna debe ser administrada a los 10 años de edad o después.
• Para cumplir con el requisito de la HPV, la vacuna debe ser administrada entre las edades de 11 y 12 años de edad, o tan temprano como a los 9 años. 
• Como padre o tutor, usted podría decidir no poner a su niño la vacuna HPV. La escuela no exige documentación si un padre o tutor decide no poner la vacuna HPV a su estudiante.

Todos los estudiantes que entren al grado 12deben recibir dos dosis de la vacuna antimeningocócica (MenACWY, siglas en inglés)antes de comenzar la escuela. Para cumplir este requisito del grado 12, una dosis debe ser administrada a la edad de 16 años o después. 

Animamos a padres y tutores a planificar con tiempo y hacer ahora una cita con anticipación con el médico de su niño, para así evitar apuros durante el verano. Por favor, considere ponerle las vacunas a su niño anticipadamente de forma tal, que ellos puedan asistir a la escuela en otoño. El verano es un tiempo muy ocupado para familias y médicos. Siempre que su niño tenga la edad necesaria para cumplir con los requisitos que mencionamos antes, pueden ser vacunados en cualquier momento.

Eventos de Vacunación para Estudiantes de FCPS

FCPS, en asociación con “Inspire Health Alliance”, ofrecerá las vacunas requeridas para la escuela y de forma opcional la vacuna contra el “flu”, a todos los estudiantes de FCPS, sin ningún costo. Se realizarán múltiples eventos en ubicaciones designadas de FCPS. 

Las fechas serán notificadas a los largo del año escolar. Padres o tutores pueden mirar los próximos eventos y programar una cita para su estudiante . La participación es voluntaria. También hay disponibles recursos adicionales sobre vacunación .

Techstravaganza 2026

Thomas Jefferson Techstravaganza! on Saturday, May 16, Thomas Jefferson High School is hosting hands-on STEM activities for families! This is a family fun FREE event! For more info:https://techstrav.org/index.html

You will need to register so they know how many people to expect at the stations, but entire event is free.https://tinyurl.com/Techstravaganza26

Food Allergies

FCPS Caters to Food Allergies

May is Food Allergy Awareness Month. The FCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to safe and nutritious school meals. Since 1 in 13 children in the U.S. has a food allergy, FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school.

To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs.

Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a safe menu for students . 

Summer Extravaganza

Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School . 

Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. 

For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage .

Descubra emocionantes actividades e ideas de aprendizaje para el verano.

Únase a las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax para una celebración comunitaria gratuita y familiar, llena de experiencias prácticas de STEM, artes y creatividad para estudiantes de todas las edades. La Extravaganza de Verano de este año se llevará a cabo el sábado 6 de junio, de 10:00 a.m. a 2:30 p.m., en la escuela secundaria Woodson.

Explore recursos de aprendizaje para el verano y conéctese con las oficinas de FCPS y socios comunitarios. No se pierda el Mercado Estudiantil y un día completo de actividades diseñadas para inspirar el aprendizaje, el crecimiento y la creatividad para toda la familia.

Para más información, visite la página web de la Extravaganza de Verano.

Family Information Phone Lines

Family Information Phone Lines

FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday. 

Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines .

Líneas telefónicas de información para familias

Las líneas telefónicas de información para familias de FCPS están disponibles en nueve idiomas diferentes. Un empleado de FCPS responderá su llamada en su idioma preferido dentro de 24 horas, de lunes a viernes.

Llame a la línea telefónica si tiene preguntas sobre la educación de su hijo/a o sobre FCPS, y alguien le ayudará a conectarse con recursos o a coordinar una conversación con el personal escolar correspondiente. Obtenga más información sobre las líneas telefónicas de información para familias.

Mental Health Services

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: 

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services

Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services. 

Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing [email protected] . 

Additional Mental Health Resources

FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health . During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number. 

Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts. 

And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.

Terapia Virtual Gratuita para Estudiantes de High School

Sesiones virtuales de terapia gratuitas están disponibles para estudiantes de secundaria de FCPS, lo que les ofrece un espacio seguro para encarar problemas como:

• Cambios de estado de ánimo o de comportamiento, motivación, duelo y pérdida.
• Ansiedad, preocupaciones, miedos.
• Habilidades de socialización, abuso (bullying), relaciones con semejantes y familiares.
• Estrés académico.

Los estudiantes pueden ser referidos por su cuidador o personal escolar designado. Usted puede referir a su hijo llamando al 571-749-2940 o contactando al consejero escolar, trabajador social, psicólogo o director de servicios al estudiante de FCPS. Para encontrar más información, visite la página FCPS Teletherapy .

🌱 La Salud Mental de su Niño es muy Importante: Tenga Acceso a Servicios Integrales

Comuníquese con la “Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, CSB, para que reciba servicios de salud mental para jóvenes diseñados para ayudar a su niño a lograr el éxito. La CSB cuenta con consejería individual y familiar, Evaluación y diagnóstico psiquiátrico, manejo de prescripciones, grupos de apoyo para padres, grupos de apoyo de semejantes, respuesta a crisis, apoyo para la recuperación, incluyendo “medication assisted treatment”, MAT, servicios intensivos y más.

Para comenzar, contacte a la oficina de Admisión y Referencia de CSB, llamando al 703-383-8500 o escribiendo a la dirección [email protected] . 

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Visit the local farmers market at St. John Neumann Catholic Church for fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, bread and prepared foods!

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Summer Learning
• Mental Health Resources
• Thank You, Bus Drivers and Food Service Workers

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today . 

En caso de que no lo haya visto en FCPS Esta Semana, la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• FCPS atiende las alergias alimentarias
• Vacunas necesarias antes de 7.º y 12.º grado
• ¡Gracias a los maestros y al personal!

Lea FCPS Esta Semana para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, inscríbase hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

What a wonderful week it has been at Lake Anne! Thank you to our incredible South Lakes community for your generosity during last Friday’s Stuff the Bus event—together, we collected 2,860+ pounds of food to support the South Lakes Food Pantry. Your kindness truly makes a difference, and we are so grateful for the way our community shows up for one another. 

We’re also excited to share that our chronic absenteeism rate is now 11.5%, and we are getting closer to our goal of being under 10%. Thank you for your continued partnership in making attendance a priority—every day at school counts, and it shows in our students’ growth and success.

This week, our students will begin SOL testing, starting with the Reading SOL on Wednesday, May 6 for grades 4–6. We know they are ready to shine! You can help set them up for success by ensuring a good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and an on-time arrival, along with plenty of encouragement to boost their confidence.

We are also thrilled to celebrate Rainbow Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌈 We are truly over-the-rainbow grateful for our amazing Lake Anne staff—our teachers and staff brighten each day and truly color our world . We hope you’ll join us in celebrating them with kind notes, messages, or small gestures throughout the week.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership—we are so lucky to be part of such a caring and connected community.

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• Wednesday, May 6
  • Reading (Grades 4-6)
  • Bike & Roll to School Day
• Friday, May 8
  • Walk & Roll - 8:00am 
• Thursday, May 13
  • 3 hour early release
  • Dining for Dollars at Chick-fil-A
• Thursday, May 14
  • Math (Grades 3-6)
• Tuesday, May 19
  • Science (Grade 5)
• Wednesday, May 20
  • Reading (Grade 3)
  • Virtual PTA Meeting 7:00pm

TOMORROW - May 3rd

Join us for a Dolphin family afternoon in the LAES garden. All ages are welcome to help. Please see the attached image for more information.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BAAA629AAFCC07-63464785-laes#/

A big thank you to Beanstalk Vertical Farmsfor their generous donation of planting soil to support our edible garden! We are also grateful to the four volunteers who dedicated their time and effort to building our garden fence. Your hard work and generosity are helping our students learn and grow in a hands-on, meaningful way. We truly appreciate your support of our school community!

Upcoming SOLs

• Upcoming SOL Dates:
  • May 6 - Reading (Grades 4-6)
  • May 14 - Math (Grades 3-6)
  • May 19 - Science (Grade 5)
  • May 20 - Reading (Grade 3)

Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning. 

FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.

It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify us as soon as possible. 

Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters . 

Bike & Roll to School Day!

Love riding your bike? Celebrate Bike & Roll to School Day and join students, families, and teachers across the country in biking to school together! This national event promotes healthy habits, encourages walking and biking, and helps reduce car traffic.

While it’s a one-day event, Bike to School Day inspires long-term change by showing communities the benefits of safer, active school commutes. Mark your calendars:  May 6, 2026!

Registration is open at  www.walkbiketoschool.org/registration/  , and the FCPS Safe Routes to School team offers incentives for participating schools. Ride together, make a difference, and show your community the power of active travel!

Lost & Found

The lost and found will be in the front hallway for one more week. Please come by to recover your child's lost items!

Los objetos perdidos estarán en el pasillo principal por una semana más. ¡Por favor pase a recoger los artículos perdidos de su hijo/a!

LAES Musical Support

Mr. Johnson has beautifully hand-drawn the backdrops for our upcoming school musical, and now we need helping hands to bring them to life with paint!

If you have any availability during the school day, please consider stopping by his classroom to help out. No experience needed—just a willingness to pitch in.

Thank you, and please help spread the word to other Lake Anne families!

New Student Safety Program

Speak Up Be Safe

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be hosting the Body Safety Programduring the week of June 1st – June 5th. We are joining over 30 schools across Fairfax County in implementing this research-based curriculum designed to empower our students.

About the Program

Trained facilitators from the Department of Family Services (DFS) will visit our classrooms to lead age-appropriate lessons from the Speak Up Be Safeprevention education curriculum. These sessions (lasting 45–60 minutes) focus on teaching children practical skills to:

• Identify and prevent bullying and neglect.
• Interrupt cycles of child abuse.
• Build the confidence to speak up to trusted adults.

Next Steps & Opt-Out Information

Next week we will begin to distribute detailed information sheets and opt-out forms to all families. Please be on the lookout for this information in your child's Wednesday Folder.

Habla y Mantente Seguro

La Escuela Primaria Lake Anne se complace en anunciar que ofrecerá el Programa de Seguridad Corporal durante la semana del 1 al 5 de junio. Nos unimos a más de 30 escuelas del condado de Fairfax para implementar este currículo basado en la investigación, diseñado para empoderar a nuestros estudiantes.

Sobre el programa

Facilitadores capacitados del Departamento de Servicios para la Familia (DFS) visitarán nuestras aulas para impartir lecciones apropiadas para cada edad del programa de prevención Speak Up Be Safe . Estas sesiones (de 45 a 60 minutos) se enfocan en enseñar a los estudiantes habilidades prácticas para:

• Identificar y prevenir el acoso y la negligencia.
• Interrumpir los ciclos de abuso infantil.
• Desarrollar la confianza para hablar con adultos de confianza.

Próximos pasos e información para excluirse

La próxima semana comenzaremos a distribuir hojas informativas detalladas y formularios de exclusión a todas las familias. Por favor, esté atento a esta información en la carpeta de los miércoles de su hijo/a.

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Uncovering History in Language Arts 📚

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 7 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored why the past is important, how communities evolve, and ancient cultures. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What is one thing people in the past did differently from us? Would you want to live back then? Why or why not?
• Activity: Ask your child to pretend they’ve created a new world. What would they name it? Who would live there?  What would it look like and how would it change over time? Have them draw a picture.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad de camino descubriendo la historia en Artes del Lenguaje 📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 7 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han explorado por qué el pasado es importante, cómo evolucionan las comunidades y las culturas antiguas.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas en casa:

Pregunta:¿Qué es una cosa que las personas del pasado hacían de manera diferente a nosotros? ¿Te gustaría vivir en esa época? ¿Por qué sí o por qué no?

Actividad:Pídale a su hijo/a que imagine que ha creado un mundo nuevo. ¿Cómo lo llamaría? ¿Quiénes vivirían allí? ¿Cómo se vería y cómo cambiaría con el tiempo? Pídale que dibuje una imagen.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con ideas divertidas para seguir fortaleciendo el aprendizaje en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Upcoming PTA Events

Walk & Roll to School - Friday, May 8th

Dining for Dollars - Wednesday, May 13th - North Point Village Chick-fil-A

Join us for a virtual PTA meeting on Wednesday, May 20th at 7:00 p.m.

Video call link: http://meet.google.com/vei-ccmp-ufx

Summer Extravaganza

Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School . 

Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. 

For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage .

Descubra emocionantes actividades e ideas de aprendizaje para el verano.

Únase a las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax para una celebración comunitaria gratuita y familiar, llena de experiencias prácticas de STEM, artes y creatividad para estudiantes de todas las edades. La Extravaganza de Verano de este año se llevará a cabo el sábado 6 de junio, de 10:00 a.m. a 2:30 p.m., en la escuela secundaria Woodson.

Explore recursos de aprendizaje para el verano y conéctese con las oficinas de FCPS y socios comunitarios. No se pierda el Mercado Estudiantil y un día completo de actividades diseñadas para inspirar el aprendizaje, el crecimiento y la creatividad para toda la familia.

Para más información, visite la página web de la Extravaganza de Verano.

Family Information Phone Lines

Family Information Phone Lines

FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday. 

Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines .

Líneas telefónicas de información para familias

Las líneas telefónicas de información para familias de FCPS están disponibles en nueve idiomas diferentes. Un empleado de FCPS responderá su llamada en su idioma preferido dentro de 24 horas, de lunes a viernes.

Llame a la línea telefónica si tiene preguntas sobre la educación de su hijo/a o sobre FCPS, y alguien le ayudará a conectarse con recursos o a coordinar una conversación con el personal escolar correspondiente. Obtenga más información sobre las líneas telefónicas de información para familias.

Mental Health Services

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: 

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services

Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services. 

Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing [email protected] . 

Additional Mental Health Resources

FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health . During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number. 

Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts. 

And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.

Terapia Virtual Gratuita para Estudiantes de High School

Sesiones virtuales de terapia gratuitas están disponibles para estudiantes de secundaria de FCPS, lo que les ofrece un espacio seguro para encarar problemas como:

• Cambios de estado de ánimo o de comportamiento, motivación, duelo y pérdida.
• Ansiedad, preocupaciones, miedos.
• Habilidades de socialización, abuso (bullying), relaciones con semejantes y familiares.
• Estrés académico.

Los estudiantes pueden ser referidos por su cuidador o personal escolar designado. Usted puede referir a su hijo llamando al 571-749-2940 o contactando al consejero escolar, trabajador social, psicólogo o director de servicios al estudiante de FCPS. Para encontrar más información, visite la página FCPS Teletherapy .

🌱 La Salud Mental de su Niño es muy Importante: Tenga Acceso a Servicios Integrales

Comuníquese con la “Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, CSB, para que reciba servicios de salud mental para jóvenes diseñados para ayudar a su niño a lograr el éxito. La CSB cuenta con consejería individual y familiar, Evaluación y diagnóstico psiquiátrico, manejo de prescripciones, grupos de apoyo para padres, grupos de apoyo de semejantes, respuesta a crisis, apoyo para la recuperación, incluyendo “medication assisted treatment”, MAT, servicios intensivos y más.

Para comenzar, contacte a la oficina de Admisión y Referencia de CSB, llamando al 703-383-8500 o escribiendo a la dirección [email protected] . 

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Visit the local farmers market at St. John Neumann Catholic Church for fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, bread and prepared foods!

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Summer Learning
• Mental Health Resources
• Thank You, Bus Drivers and Food Service Workers

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today . 

En caso de que no lo haya visto en FCPS Esta Semana , el distrito escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• Aprendizaje de verano
• Recursos de salud mental
• Gracias a los conductores de autobús y al personal de servicio de alimentos

Lea FCPS Esta Semana para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, inscríbase hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Hi Lake Anne Dolphin Families,

We hope you’ve had a wonderful week! It was a joy to celebrate National Dolphin Day together on Tuesday. Our students had a fantastic time, and we are so grateful to our PTA for making the day so special for everyone.

We are also excited for our 6th grade basketball game against Forest Edge Elementary School this evening. We hope you’re able to join us—please see the flyer below for more information!

As we continue through the school year, we want to share an important attendance update. Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 12.4%. As you know, our goal is to stay below 10% all year, and we are working hard to get there. Please note that attendance is taken daily through the last day of school. This includes tardies and early dismissals. Every day we partner together to keep chronic absenteeism down, we provide all Lake Anne Dolphins with the environment to thrive and succeed. Let’s continue working together to reach and stay below 10% for the remainder of the year.

As the weather gets warmer and summer approaches, we appreciate your support in ensuring all of our Dolphins are present, on time, and engaged in learning each day. Thank you for your continued partnership!

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• April 17
  • 6th Grade Basketball Game against Forest Edge
• April 21
  • Special Statewide Election - Student Holiday
• April 24
  • Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
• Upcoming SOLs:
  • May 6 - Reading (Grades 4-6)
  • May 14 - Math (Grades 3-6)
  • May 19 - Science (Grade 5)
  • May 20 - Reading (Grade 3)

Basketball Challenge

Join us TONIGHTin the South Lakes HS gym for the annual 6th Grade Basketball Game against Forest Edge. We hope to see you there!

Lost & Found

The lost and found will be in the front hallway from April 20-May 1st. Please come by to recover your child's lost items!

Los objetos perdidos y encontrados estarán en el pasillo principal del 20 de abril al 1 de mayo. ¡Por favor, pase a recuperar los artículos perdidos de su hijo/a!

Earth Week: April 20-24

FCPS Get2Green is excited to host our division-wide Earth Week 2026! Earth Week is a fun way to highlight the work happening in your school, foster new learning, and develop students as environmental stewards and ethical and global citizens.

Students and Staff are invited to wear the color matching each day’s theme to show your Earth Week spirit.

• Monday, April 20 – Wildlife Day - wear nature print
• Tuesday, April 21 – Zero Waste Day - wear white
• Wednesday, April 22 – Earth Day - wear green
• Thursday, April 23 – Climate Change Day - wear red
• Friday, April 24 – Watershed Day - wear blue

New Student Safety Program

Speak Up Be Safe

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be hosting the Body Safety Programduring the week of June 1st – June 5th. We are joining over 30 schools across Fairfax County in implementing this research-based curriculum designed to empower our students.

About the Program

Trained facilitators from the Department of Family Services (DFS) will visit our classrooms to lead age-appropriate lessons from the Speak Up Be Safeprevention education curriculum. These sessions (lasting 45–60 minutes) focus on teaching children practical skills to:

• Identify and prevent bullying and neglect.
• Interrupt cycles of child abuse.
• Build the confidence to speak up to trusted adults.

Next Steps & Opt-Out Information

Next week we will begin to distribute detailed information sheets and opt-out forms to all families. Please be on the lookout for this information in your child's Wednesday Folder.

Habla y Mantente Seguro

La Escuela Primaria Lake Anne se complace en anunciar que ofrecerá el Programa de Seguridad Corporal durante la semana del 1 al 5 de junio. Nos unimos a más de 30 escuelas del condado de Fairfax para implementar este currículo basado en la investigación, diseñado para empoderar a nuestros estudiantes.

Sobre el programa

Facilitadores capacitados del Departamento de Servicios para la Familia (DFS) visitarán nuestras aulas para impartir lecciones apropiadas para cada edad del programa de prevención Speak Up Be Safe . Estas sesiones (de 45 a 60 minutos) se enfocan en enseñar a los estudiantes habilidades prácticas para:

• Identificar y prevenir el acoso y la negligencia.
• Interrumpir los ciclos de abuso infantil.
• Desarrollar la confianza para hablar con adultos de confianza.

Próximos pasos e información para excluirse

La próxima semana comenzaremos a distribuir hojas informativas detalladas y formularios de exclusión a todas las familias. Por favor, esté atento a esta información en la carpeta de los miércoles de su hijo/a.

April Statewide Election

No School for Students

There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. 

FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools . The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage .

No hay clases para estudiantes

No habrá clases para los estudiantes el martes 21 de abril debido a las elecciones estatales de Virginia. Las actividades estudiantiles, prácticas deportivas y eventos podrán llevarse a cabo según lo programado.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) ofrecerán almuerzo y un refrigerio sin costo para niños de 18 años o menos el 21 de abril en las escuelas participantes. Las comidas deben consumirse en el lugar y habrá actividades de enriquecimiento disponibles. Para más información, visite la página web de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición de FCPS.

All schools in the South Lakes pyramid will be collecting donations for the South Lakes Food Pantry. On Friday, April 24, a FCPS bus will travel from school to school to pick up donations and STUFF the BUS. All donations will go to the South Lakes High School Food Pantry.

Language Arts Updates

📚 Finishing Up Journeys and Themes in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about the different lessons that stories across cultures can teach us. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: If you could go on an adventure like one of the characters you’ve read about in this unit, which one would it be and why?
• Activity: Ask your child to imagine that they’re going on an adventure. Ask them to draw the items they’ll need to take with them. Would their supplies be different if the adventure was underwater or somewhere very cold?

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 Finalizando Viajes y Temas en Artes del Lenguaje 📚

¡La Unidad 6 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje está llegando a su fin! Durante las últimas semanas, nuestros estudiantes han aprendido, leído y escrito sobre las diferentes lecciones que las historias de distintas culturas pueden enseñarnos.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas en casa:

Pregunta:Si pudieras ir en una aventura como uno de los personajes que has leído en esta unidad, ¿cuál sería y por qué?

Actividad:Pídale a su hijo/a que imagine que va a una aventura. Pídale que dibuje los objetos que necesitaría llevar. ¿Serían diferentes sus suministros si la aventura fuera bajo el agua o en un lugar muy frío?

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa su revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con ideas divertidas para ayudar a los estudiantes a reforzar lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo/a en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

SOL Support

Support Your Children During Important Spring Assessments 

Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning. 

FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.

Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and the cell phone policy still applies during testing season. 

It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify us as soon as possible. 

• May 6 - Reading (Grades 4-6)
• May 14 - Math (Grades 3-6)
• May 19 - Science (Grade 5)
• May 20 - Reading (Grade 3)

Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters . 

School Calendar Update

Updates to 2026-27 School Year Calendar

The School Board voted to direct the superintendent to designate Veterans Day as a standard instructional day for the 2026-27 school year. Because this day was added, the 2026-27 school year will now end for students on Wednesday, June 16, 2027. Find additional information on BoardDocs . View the updated complete school year calendar on FCPS’ website.

The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026— has not changed.

FCPS Budget

Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 BudgetAbout 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes an online survey . Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence .

Ayúdenos a Mantener la Excelencia de FCPS: Haga Escuchar su Voz sobre el Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2027Cerca del 70% del presupuesto de FCPS proviene de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Fairfax.Usted tendrá varias oportunidades para ofrecer su opinión al condado acerca del presupuesto antes de que sea aprobado en mayo. Estas oportunidades incluyen una encuesta online . 

Conozca más acerca de cómo el presupuesto de FCPS nos ayuda a mantener nuestro nivel de excelencia visitando www.fcps.edu/budgetstory .

Infant & Toddler Resources

Resources to Help Infants and Toddlers Meet Milestones

Are you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child’s development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas: communication, fine and/or gross motor skills, self-help skills, problem-solving, and attention skills. Learn more about typical developmental milestones .

The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) provides evaluations and services for children (0-36 months) who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.

Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30). 

FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to call 571-423-4121 with questions.

Special Education Family Conference

2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled

FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School . Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event . If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Military Family Field Day

Join FCPS for a fun-filled day to connect with other military families and celebrate our military children! The event will take place on Saturday, April 18 at 12:00 p.m. at the Annandale High School stadium.

Summer Learning

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students

Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps

Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps . Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

Getting to Know FCPS for Arabic Speaking Families

Visit Forest Edge on Thursday, April 23rd at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about FCPS, school staff, and ways you can support your student's success at home. 

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Visit the local farmers market at St. John Neumann Catholic Church for fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, bread and prepared foods!

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities

We are excited to share an opportunity for families of children ages 5–10! Loving Solutions is a free, 10-week workshop designed to support families with practical strategies for building positive relationships, strengthening communication, and supporting children’s success at home and school.

The workshop will be held at Dogwood Elementary, and we encourage interested families to take advantage of this valuable resource!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is offering English classes for adults from April 6 through June 11. These classes are a great opportunity for adult learners to build English language skills in a supportive environment.

Please see the flyer for additional information on class times and locations.

Registration is now open for the FCPS Fine and Performing Arts Camp! This exciting opportunity allows students to explore and grow their skills in the arts. Please see the flyer for more information. Registration closes on June 5.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Calendar Updates
• Teacher on The Kelly Clarkson Show
• Support Your Student During SOLs

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today .

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week, el distrito escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• Actualizaciones del calendario
• Un maestro en The Kelly Clarkson Show
• Cómo apoyar a su estudiante durante los SOLs

Lea FCPS This Weekpara obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, inscríbase hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Lake Anne Families,

We are excited to share that we have officially entered the final quarter of the school year! This is always such a meaningful time, as we watch our students grow, build confidence, and begin applying all they have learned throughout the year. We look forward to seeing them continue to thrive in the weeks ahead.

As we head into this important stretch, we also want to emphasize the importance of consistent attendance. Our current chronic absenteeism rate has risen to 13.9%, and we are working hard to bring it below 10% by the end of the year. Your partnership is essential in helping us reach this goal, and we greatly appreciate your continued support in ensuring students are present and ready to learn each day.

We also want to celebrate a wonderful event from this past Friday—our Kindergarten Orientation! It was a joy to welcome our newest Dolphins and their families. We are already looking forward to having them join our school community in Fall 2027.

To wrap up the week, we are excited for our 6th Grade Basketball Challenge against Forest Edge! We hope you’ll come out and cheer on our students for what is sure to be a fun and spirited event.

Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support of our school community!

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• April 14th
  • National Dolphin Day - Wear dolphin gear to celebrate!
  • Body Safety Program Family Information Night, 6:00 p.m.
• April 15
  • Purple Up Day - Wear purple to show support to our military connected students
• April 17
  • 6th Grade Basketball Game against Forest Edge
• April 21
  • Special Statewide Election - Student Holiday
• Upcoming SOLs:
  • May 6 - Reading
  • May 14 - Math
  • May 19 - Science

New Student Safety Program

Speak Up Be Safe

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be hosting the Body Safety Programduring the week of June 1st – June 5th. We are joining over 30 schools across Fairfax County in implementing this research-based curriculum designed to empower our students.

About the Program

Trained facilitators from the Department of Family Services (DFS) will visit our classrooms to lead age-appropriate lessons from the Speak Up Be Safeprevention education curriculum. These sessions (lasting 45–60 minutes) focus on teaching children practical skills to:

• Identify and prevent bullying and neglect.
• Interrupt cycles of child abuse.
• Build the confidence to speak up to trusted adults.

Save the Date: Family Information Night

We understand that parents may have questions about the curriculum and how these topics are handled. We invite you to join us for a presentation led by DFS staff:

• When:Tuesday, April 14th @ 6:00 PM
• Where:In-person (School Cafeteria) or Virtually ( https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/99028151131 )
• Recording:For those unable to attend, the session will be recorded and shared afterward.

Next Steps & Opt-Out Information

Following the family presentation on April 14th, we will distribute detailed information sheets and opt-out forms to all families. Our entire staff will also be undergoing training on April 8th to ensure we are fully prepared to support our students through this program.

Note:Our goal is to partner with you to keep our children safe, informed, and empowered. We look forward to seeing you on April 14th!

Speak Up Be Safe (Habla y Mantente Seguro)

La Escuela Lake Anne se complace en anunciar que estaremos implementando el Programa de Seguridad Corporal durante la semana del 1 al 5 de junio. Nos unimos a más de 30 escuelas en el condado de Fairfax para implementar este currículo basado en la investigación, diseñado para empoderar a nuestros estudiantes.

Sobre el Programa

Facilitadores capacitados del Departamento de Servicios para la Familia (DFS) visitarán nuestras aulas para impartir lecciones apropiadas para la edad del currículo de prevención Speak Up Be Safe . Estas sesiones (de 45 a 60 minutos) se enfocan en enseñar a los estudiantes habilidades prácticas para:

• Identificar y prevenir el acoso escolar y la negligencia.
• Interrumpir ciclos de abuso infantil.
• Desarrollar la confianza para hablar con adultos de confianza.

Reserve la fecha: Noche Informativa para Familias

Entendemos que las familias pueden tener preguntas sobre el currículo y cómo se abordan estos temas. Los invitamos a participar en una presentación dirigida por el personal de DFS:

• Cuándo:martes 14 de abril a las 6:00 p. m.
• Dónde:en persona (cafetería de la escuela) o de manera virtual (el enlace se enviará por correo electrónico)
• Grabación:para quienes no puedan asistir, la sesión será grabada y compartida posteriormente

Próximos pasos e información para exclusión (opt-out)

Después de la presentación familiar del 14 de abril, distribuiremos hojas informativas detalladas y formularios de exclusión a todas las familias. Además, todo nuestro personal recibirá capacitación el 8 de abril para asegurar que estemos completamente preparados para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes durante este programa.

Nota:Nuestro objetivo es colaborar con ustedes para mantener a nuestros niños seguros, informados y empoderados. ¡Esperamos verlos el 14 de abril!

Basketball Challenge

Join us on Friday, April 17th at 5:30 p.m. in the South Lakes HS gym for the annual 6th Grade Basketball Game against Forest Edge. We hope to see you there!

April Statewide Election

No School for Students

There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. 

FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools . The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage .

No hay clases para estudiantes

No habrá clases para los estudiantes el martes 21 de abril debido a las elecciones estatales de Virginia. Las actividades estudiantiles, prácticas deportivas y eventos podrán llevarse a cabo según lo programado.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) ofrecerán almuerzo y un refrigerio sin costo para niños de 18 años o menos el 21 de abril en las escuelas participantes. Las comidas deben consumirse en el lugar y habrá actividades de enriquecimiento disponibles. Para más información, visite la página web de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición de FCPS.

April 22 Update

Due to the newly announced special election, Tuesday, April 21st is now scheduled as a teacher workday and staff development day.

With that in mind, the previously scheduled early release day on Wednesday, April 22nd has been converted to a full day of instruction.Students will be released at the regular dismissal time.

We undertsnad that changes to the schedule can affect family routines and appreciate your flexibility and understanding.

Read Dr. Reid’s letter to elementary parents for more details.

Debido a la elección especial recientemente anunciada, el martes 21 de abril ahora está programado como un día de trabajo para maestros y desarrollo profesional del personal.

Con esto en cuenta, el día de salida temprana previamente programado para el miércoles 22 de abril se ha convertido en un día completo de instrucción. Los estudiantes saldrán a la hora habitual de salida.

Entendemos que los cambios en el horario pueden afectar las rutinas familiares y agradecemos su flexibilidad y comprensión.

Lea la carta del Dr. Reid dirigida a los padres de primaria para obtener más detalles.

All schools in the South Lakes pyramid will be collecting donations for the South Lakes Food Pantry. On Friday, April 24, a FCPS bus will travel from school to school to pick up donations and STUFF the BUS. All donations will go to the South Lakes High School Food Pantry.

Weather Safety

FCPS Commitment to Weather Safety

At FCPS, the safety of our students, staff, and visitors is our highest priority — no matter the season. In extreme cold, we monitor National Weather Service (NWS) guidance, adjust outdoor activities, and ensure our buildings are warm and secure. In extreme heat, we modify or cancel outdoor activities, use on-site measurements to guide athletic decisions, and promote hydration and cooling breaks. 

FCPS has plans in place to provide guidance during severe weather, including storms, flooding, and tornadoes. Decisions are informed by industry best practices, weather alerts, and a commitment to keeping our school community safe and healthy year-round. Read more about weather safety , including the differences between an advisory, watch, and warning.

Compromiso de FCPS con la seguridad ante el clima

En FCPS, la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y visitantes es nuestra máxima prioridad, sin importar la temporada. Durante el frío extremo, monitoreamos las orientaciones del Servicio Nacional de Meteorología (NWS), ajustamos las actividades al aire libre y nos aseguramos de que nuestros edificios estén cálidos y seguros. En condiciones de calor extremo, modificamos o cancelamos las actividades al aire libre, utilizamos mediciones en el lugar para orientar las decisiones deportivas y promovemos la hidratación y los descansos para refrescarse.

FCPS cuenta con planes para brindar orientación durante condiciones meteorológicas severas, incluidas tormentas, inundaciones y tornados. Las decisiones se basan en las mejores prácticas del sector, las alertas meteorológicas y el compromiso de mantener a nuestra comunidad escolar segura y saludable durante todo el año. Lea más sobre la seguridad ante el clima, incluidas las diferencias entre un aviso, una vigilancia y una advertencia.

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Journeys and Themes in Language Arts 📚

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored stories involving quests, challenges, and problem solving. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: Which character has been your favorite from this unit and why?
• Activity: With your child, brainstorm a brand-new invention to solve a problem, like shoelaces that tie themselves or a clothes dryer that folds clothes. Ask your child to tell or write a story about someone using the invention. 

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad de las aventuras y temas en Artes del Lenguaje📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 6 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han explorado historias que incluyen búsquedas, desafíos y resolución de problemas.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuelacon estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas en casa:

• Pregunta: ¿Qué personaje ha sido tu favorito de esta unidad y por qué?
• Actividad: Con su hijo/a, piensen en una invención completamente nueva para resolver un problema, como cordones que se atan solos o una secadora que dobla la ropa. Pídale a su hijo/a que cuente o escriba una historia sobre alguien usando esa invención.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con formas divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a desarrollar lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo/a en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

FCPS Budget

Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 Budget

About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes public budget hearings (April 14-16) and an online survey . Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence .

Ayude a FCPS a mantener la excelencia: haga escuchar su voz sobre el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027

Aproximadamente el 70% del presupuesto de FCPS proviene de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Fairfax. Hay varias oportunidades próximas para brindar comentarios al condado sobre su presupuesto antes de su adopción final en mayo. Esto incluye audiencias públicas sobre el presupuesto (del 14 al 16 de abril) y una encuesta en línea. Conozca cómo el presupuesto de FCPS nos ayuda a mantener nuestra excelencia.

Special Education Family Conference

2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled

FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School . Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event . If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Summer Learning

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students

Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps

Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps . Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities

We are excited to share an opportunity for families of children ages 5–10! Loving Solutions is a free, 10-week workshop designed to support families with practical strategies for building positive relationships, strengthening communication, and supporting children’s success at home and school.

The workshop will be held at Dogwood Elementary, and we encourage interested families to take advantage of this valuable resource!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is offering English classes for adults from April 6 through June 11. These classes are a great opportunity for adult learners to build English language skills in a supportive environment.

Please see the flyer for additional information on class times and locations.

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Registration is now open for the FCPS Fine and Performing Arts Camp! This exciting opportunity allows students to explore and grow their skills in the arts. Please see the flyer for more information. Registration closes on June 5.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Support Military Children
• National Merit Finalists
• School Board to Present Budget to Board of Supervisors

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today . 

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• Apoyo a los niños de familias militares
• Finalistas del Mérito Nacional
• La Junta Escolar presentará el presupuesto a la Junta de Supervisores

Lea FCPS This Week para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, inscríbase hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Lake Anne Families,

We wish all of our families a wonderful and well-deserved break! We hope this time brings opportunities to rest, relax, and enjoy meaningful moments together. Whether you’re staying close to home or traveling, we wish you a safe, healthy, and joy-filled time with your loved ones.

As we head into the break, we also want to celebrate the progress we’re making together—our chronic absenteeism rate has improved to 12.7%. We’re grateful for your continued support in making attendance a priority. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on April 7th, refreshed and ready to make a strong final push toward getting our rate below 10%.

Thank you for your partnership and for all you do to ensure your child is at school each day, ready to learn. We’re excited to finish the year strong—together!

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• March 30th - April 3rd
  • Spring Break
• April 6th
  • Teacher Workday
  • Student Holiday
• April 10th
  • School Planning Day
  • Student Holiday
  • Kindergarten Orientation, 2:00 p.m.
• April 14th
  • Body Safety Program Family Information Night, 6:00 p.m.
• April 17
  • 6th Grade Basketball Game against Forest Edge

New Student Safety Program

Speak Up Be Safe

Lake Anne is excited to announce that we will be hosting the Body Safety Programduring the week of June 1st – June 5th. We are joining over 30 schools across Fairfax County in implementing this research-based curriculum designed to empower our students.

About the Program

Trained facilitators from the Department of Family Services (DFS) will visit our classrooms to lead age-appropriate lessons from the Speak Up Be Safeprevention education curriculum. These sessions (lasting 45–60 minutes) focus on teaching children practical skills to:

• Identify and prevent bullying and neglect.
• Interrupt cycles of child abuse.
• Build the confidence to speak up to trusted adults.

Save the Date: Family Information Night

We understand that parents may have questions about the curriculum and how these topics are handled. We invite you to join us for a presentation led by DFS staff:

• When:Tuesday, April 14th @ 6:00 PM
• Where:In-person (School Cafeteria) or Virtually (Link to be sent via email)
• Recording:For those unable to attend, the session will be recorded and shared afterward.

Next Steps & Opt-Out Information

Following the family presentation on April 14th, we will distribute detailed information sheets and opt-out forms to all families. Our entire staff will also be undergoing training on April 8th to ensure we are fully prepared to support our students through this program.

Note:Our goal is to partner with you to keep our children safe, informed, and empowered. We look forward to seeing you on April 14th!

Speak Up Be Safe (Habla y Mantente Seguro)

La Escuela Lake Anne se complace en anunciar que estaremos implementando el Programa de Seguridad Corporal durante la semana del 1 al 5 de junio. Nos unimos a más de 30 escuelas en el condado de Fairfax para implementar este currículo basado en la investigación, diseñado para empoderar a nuestros estudiantes.

Sobre el Programa

Facilitadores capacitados del Departamento de Servicios para la Familia (DFS) visitarán nuestras aulas para impartir lecciones apropiadas para la edad del currículo de prevención Speak Up Be Safe . Estas sesiones (de 45 a 60 minutos) se enfocan en enseñar a los estudiantes habilidades prácticas para:

• Identificar y prevenir el acoso escolar y la negligencia.
• Interrumpir ciclos de abuso infantil.
• Desarrollar la confianza para hablar con adultos de confianza.

Reserve la fecha: Noche Informativa para Familias

Entendemos que las familias pueden tener preguntas sobre el currículo y cómo se abordan estos temas. Los invitamos a participar en una presentación dirigida por el personal de DFS:

• Cuándo:martes 14 de abril a las 6:00 p. m.
• Dónde:en persona (cafetería de la escuela) o de manera virtual (el enlace se enviará por correo electrónico)
• Grabación:para quienes no puedan asistir, la sesión será grabada y compartida posteriormente

Próximos pasos e información para exclusión (opt-out)

Después de la presentación familiar del 14 de abril, distribuiremos hojas informativas detalladas y formularios de exclusión a todas las familias. Además, todo nuestro personal recibirá capacitación el 8 de abril para asegurar que estemos completamente preparados para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes durante este programa.

Nota:Nuestro objetivo es colaborar con ustedes para mantener a nuestros niños seguros, informados y empoderados. ¡Esperamos verlos el 14 de abril!

April Statewide Election

No School for Students

There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. 

Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.

No hay clases para estudiantes

No habrá clases para estudiantes el martes, 21 de abril, debido a las elecciones estatales de Virginia. Las actividades estudiantiles, prácticas deportivas y eventos pueden continuar según lo programado.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) aún superarán el número requerido de horas de instrucción para los estudiantes, según lo establecido por el Departamento de Educación de Virginia.

April 22 Update

Due to the newly announced special election, Tuesday, April 21st is now scheduled as a teacher workday and staff development day.

With that in mind, the previously scheduled early release day on Wednesday, April 22nd has been converted to a full day of instruction.Students will be released at the regular dismissal time.

We undertsnad that changes to the schedule can affect family routines and appreciate your flexibility and understanding.

Read Dr. Reid’s letter to elementary parents for more details.

Debido a la elección especial recientemente anunciada, el martes 21 de abril ahora está programado como un día de trabajo para maestros y desarrollo profesional del personal.

Con esto en cuenta, el día de salida temprana previamente programado para el miércoles 22 de abril se ha convertido en un día completo de instrucción. Los estudiantes saldrán a la hora habitual de salida.

Entendemos que los cambios en el horario pueden afectar las rutinas familiares y agradecemos su flexibilidad y comprensión.

Lea la carta del Dr. Reid dirigida a los padres de primaria para obtener más detalles.

Weather Safety

FCPS Commitment to Weather Safety

At FCPS, the safety of our students, staff, and visitors is our highest priority — no matter the season. In extreme cold, we monitor National Weather Service (NWS) guidance, adjust outdoor activities, and ensure our buildings are warm and secure. In extreme heat, we modify or cancel outdoor activities, use on-site measurements to guide athletic decisions, and promote hydration and cooling breaks. 

FCPS has plans in place to provide guidance during severe weather, including storms, flooding, and tornadoes. Decisions are informed by industry best practices, weather alerts, and a commitment to keeping our school community safe and healthy year-round. Read more about weather safety , including the differences between an advisory, watch, and warning.

Compromiso de FCPS con la seguridad ante el clima

En FCPS, la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y visitantes es nuestra máxima prioridad, sin importar la temporada. Durante el frío extremo, monitoreamos las orientaciones del Servicio Nacional de Meteorología (NWS), ajustamos las actividades al aire libre y nos aseguramos de que nuestros edificios estén cálidos y seguros. En condiciones de calor extremo, modificamos o cancelamos las actividades al aire libre, utilizamos mediciones en el lugar para orientar las decisiones deportivas y promovemos la hidratación y los descansos para refrescarse.

FCPS cuenta con planes para brindar orientación durante condiciones meteorológicas severas, incluidas tormentas, inundaciones y tornados. Las decisiones se basan en las mejores prácticas del sector, las alertas meteorológicas y el compromiso de mantener a nuestra comunidad escolar segura y saludable durante todo el año. Lea más sobre la seguridad ante el clima, incluidas las diferencias entre un aviso, una vigilancia y una advertencia.

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Journeys and Themes in Language Arts 📚

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored stories involving quests, challenges, and problem solving. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: Which character has been your favorite from this unit and why?
• Activity: With your child, brainstorm a brand-new invention to solve a problem, like shoelaces that tie themselves or a clothes dryer that folds clothes. Ask your child to tell or write a story about someone using the invention. 

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad de las aventuras y temas en Artes del Lenguaje📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 6 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han explorado historias que incluyen búsquedas, desafíos y resolución de problemas.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuelacon estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas en casa:

• Pregunta: ¿Qué personaje ha sido tu favorito de esta unidad y por qué?
• Actividad: Con su hijo/a, piensen en una invención completamente nueva para resolver un problema, como cordones que se atan solos o una secadora que dobla la ropa. Pídale a su hijo/a que cuente o escriba una historia sobre alguien usando esa invención.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con formas divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a desarrollar lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo/a en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

FCPS Budget

Provide the County Government With Feedback on Its Budget

About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Advertised Budget and considering possible adjustments before adoption in May. Opportunities to provide feedback to the county include Budget Town Hall Meetings airing on Channel 16 on Tuesday, April 7, at 7 p.m., (Springfield District) and Friday, April 10, at 6 p.m., (Franconia District).

You can also provide your input during the county’s Budget public hearings on Tuesday, April 14 , at 4 p.m., and Wednesday, April 15 , and Thursday, April 16 , at 3 p.m. at the Government Center Board Auditorium. Register in advance to speak . 

Visit the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors website to learn more about the county’s FY 2027 Budget.

New Menu Items

Discover What’s New on the Menu

FCPS is excited to bring new and flavorful menu items to students while continuing to meet the high nutrition standards you trust. The school division’s registered dietitian team has developed standards to make school meals healthier while still tasting great.

Here’s what students can look forward to:

• New globally inspired dishes that offer exciting flavors from around the world.
• Fresh ingredients like whole grains, lean proteins, and plant-based options.
• Scratch-made items like homemade granola.
• Vegetarian options, like the meatless Philly melt, which are available alongside classic favorites.

Our goal is to provide balanced, safe, and flavorful meals that support students’ learning, growth, and overall health.

Want to know what’s on the menu? Food and Nutrition Services has menus available.

Special Education Family Conference

2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled

FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School . Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event . If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Summer Learning

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for StudentsRegistration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts CampsCareer and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps . Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• School Weather Safety
• Science Fair Winners
• Summer Internships at FCPS

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today .  

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , el distrito escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• Seguridad escolar ante el clima
• Ganadores de la feria de ciencias
• Pasantías de verano en FCPS

Lea FCPS This Week para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, inscríbase hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Lake Anne Families,

It was another wonderful week at Lake Anne, and we are grateful for the strong support from our school community. Family Science Nightwas a fantastic success, with a great turnout and lots of excitement as our Dolphins explored hands-on science activities alongside their families. A special thank you goes to our parent volunteersand the Children’s Science Centerfor helping lead such an engaging and memorable event.

Our Penny Showdownalso wrapped up this week and was a huge success. We appreciate everyone who contributed and participated. Activities like this help build school spirit while supporting opportunities for our students.

We would also like to recognize the generosity of Outback Steakhouse, who donated a baked potato bar to treat our teachers. It was a fun way to celebrate the “spud”-tastic work they do with our Dolphins each day, and we truly appreciate their support of our staff.

Meanwhile, classrooms remain busy with meaningful learning as students continue strengthening their reading, writing, and math skills. We are proud of the effort and perseverance our Dolphins show each day.

Attendance Update:
Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 14%, and our goal is to keep it under 10%. Recently, we have seen an increase in illness across the school. While students should stay home when they are sick, families can help keep everyone healthy by encouraging habits such as frequent handwashing, getting plenty of rest, and staying hydrated.

Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, March 18:3-Hour Early Release
Friday, March 20:Student Holiday (No School for Students)

Thank you for your continued partnership and for all you do to support our Lake Anne community.

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal
Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• March 18th
  • 3-hour Early Release 
  • Dining for Dollars
    • Noodles & Company
• March 20th
  • Student Holiday
• March 30th - April 3rd
  • Spring Break

Dining for Dollars After-school Opportunity

Attention parents of 3rd and 4th grade students!Riverbend Futbol Club is generously offering a free 6-week after school soccer program for 3rd and 4th grade students at Lake Anne Elementary. Professional Coaches will guide students through new soccer topics and fun games each week from dismissal until 4:45pm. All skill levels are welcome! 

Wednesdays: 4/8, 4/15, 4/29, 5/6, 5/20, 6/3 

Register here: https://forms.gle/2X8dWKE59U85EpUVA

April Statewide Election

No School for Students

There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. 

Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.

No hay clases para estudiantes

No habrá clases para estudiantes el martes, 21 de abril, debido a las elecciones estatales de Virginia. Las actividades estudiantiles, prácticas deportivas y eventos pueden continuar según lo programado.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) aún superarán el número requerido de horas de instrucción para los estudiantes, según lo establecido por el Departamento de Educación de Virginia.

Cell Phone Reminder

Phones Off, Learning On

FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactionswith their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:

• Cell phonesand personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
• Smart watchesthat serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.

If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office at [phone number]. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.

Teléfonos Apagados, Aprendizaje Encendido

La política de teléfonos celulares de FCPSayuda a los estudiantes a concentrarse, aprender y participaren clase. Cuando los estudiantes guardan sus teléfonos, tienen más interacciones cara a cara con sus compañeros y maestros, y más oportunidades para desarrollar resiliencia y habilidades para resolver problemas. Por favor recuerde a su hijo/a que:

• Los teléfonos celulares y dispositivos personales(audífonos, auriculares u otros artículos conectados al internet) deben estar apagados y guardados durante todo el día escolar(de campana a campana).

• Los relojes inteligentesque cumplen una doble función pueden usarse, pero las funciones de teléfono(mensajes de texto, acceso a internet y llamadas) deben estar apagadas cuando el uso del teléfono esté prohibido.

Si necesita comunicarse con su hijo/a durante el día escolar, por favor llame a nuestra oficina principal al [número de teléfono].

Visite nuestra página web sobre la política de teléfonos celularespara obtener más información y respuestas a preguntas frecuentes.

Language Arts Updates

📚 Journeys and Themes in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts is about the lessons we can learn from different stories around the world. Students in K-5 will be learning about themes across cultures. Sixth grade students will learn about legendary journeys. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What’s a lesson that you’ve learned recently, or a challenge you had?
• Activity: Pick a few of your child’s favorite books or classic stories such as “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” With your child, discuss each story and whether it has a lesson. 

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 Viajes y Temas en Artes del Lenguaje📚

La Unidad 6 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje trata sobre las lecciones que podemos aprender de diferentes historias alrededor del mundo. Los estudiantes de K–5 aprenderán sobre temas a través de diferentes culturas, mientras que los estudiantes de sexto grado aprenderán sobre viajes legendarios.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

Pregunta: ¿Cuál es una lección que has aprendido recientemente o un desafío que has tenido?

Actividad: Elijan algunos de los libros favoritos de su hijo/a o cuentos clásicos como “Ricitos de Oro y los tres osos.” Junto con su hijo/a, hablen sobre cada historia y comenten si tiene una lección o enseñanza.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con maneras divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a seguir desarrollando lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado.

También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo/a en casa en el sitio web Benchmark Families.

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Family Engagement Survery

Family Engagement Survey to Open March 9

FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Monday, March 9, to Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools. 

Survey topics include:

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

The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese. 

Parents/caregivers will receive a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9. A survey link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available at each school. Please stay tuned for more information.

Cuenta regresiva para Kindergarten: Apoyando una transición sin problemas

¿Su hijo/a comenzará kindergarten este otoño? ¡Únase al personal de FCPS para Cuenta regresiva para Kindergarten, un evento virtual diseñado para ayudar a las familias a prepararse para esta emocionante transición! El seminario web se llevará a cabo el viernes 27 de marzo, de 10:00 a 11:30 a.m.

Durante este seminario web, las familias aprenderán consejos prácticos e información esencial para apoyar un comienzo exitoso y sin dificultades en kindergarten en las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax. Regístrese para recibir el enlace del evento.

Inscripción para Kindergarten

Hay un proceso sencillo de cinco pasos para los padres que desean inscribir a su hijo/a en kindergarten:

1. Determinar la elegibilidad.

2. Identificar su escuela local.

3. Reunir los documentos.

4. Completar los formularios.

5. Programar una cita (el estudiante y un cuidador deben estar presentes).

Lea más sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Special Education Family Conference

2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled

FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School . Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event . If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Summer Learning

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for StudentsRegistration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts CampsCareer and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps . Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Family Engagement Survey
• Student Honors
• No School on April 21 

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today .  

En caso de que no lo haya visto en FCPS Esta Semana , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• Encuesta de Participación Familiar

• Reconocimientos a Estudiantes

• No habrá clases el 21 de abril

Lea FCPS Esta Semana para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, regístrese hoy mismo.

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Principal's Message

Lake Anne Families,

We had a wonderful week of learning and connection at school! A big thank you to everyone who joined us for Math & Literacy Night on Thursday evening. We had a great turnout and truly enjoyed spending time with our families. It was exciting to see students and caregivers participating in fun activities and games that support learning both at school and at home. Your partnership makes a difference!

As we continue through March, classrooms are filled with rich discussions, hands-on learning, and opportunities for students to strengthen their reading, writing, and math skills. Our Dolphins are working hard, and we are proud of their effort!

Attendance Update:Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 13.4%, and our goal is to keep it under 10%. Every school day matters. When students are here consistently and on time, they build strong routines, stay connected to learning, and feel more confident in class. Thank you for helping us prioritize daily attendance. If your family needs support, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we are here to help.

We appreciate your continued partnership and all you do to support our school community!

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• March 9 - 13th
  • Penny Showdown
• March 10th
  • Family Science Night
• March 18th
  • 3-hour Early Release 
  • Dining for Dollars
    • Noodles & Company
• March 20th
  • Student Holiday
• March 30th - April 3rd
  • Spring Break

Family Science Night

Join us for Family Science Night on Tuesday, March 10th! Please note: There is no food at this event to protect the activity stations. 

Penny Showdown Dining for Dollars Language Arts Updates

📚 Finishing Up Our Exploration of Technology and Society in Language Arts 📚

Students are finishing Benchmark Unit 5 in Language Arts! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about why and how we use technology.  

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What do you think life would be like if we didn’t have cell phones or the internet?
• Activity: Ask your child to predict the next big invention in transportation, communication, or entertainment. Have them sketch it, name it, and explain how it works.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 Terminando nuestra exploración de la tecnología y la sociedad en Artes del Lenguaje📚

¡Los estudiantes están terminando la Unidad 5 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! Durante las últimas semanas, nuestros estudiantes han aprendido, leído y escrito sobre por qué y cómo usamos la tecnología.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo/a en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

Pregunta: ¿Cómo crees que sería la vida si no tuviéramos teléfonos celulares o internet?

Actividad: Pídale a su hijo/a que prediga cuál será el próximo gran invento en transporte, comunicación o entretenimiento. Que haga un dibujo de su invento, le ponga un nombre y explique cómo funciona.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo/a llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con formas divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a seguir desarrollando lo que están aprendiendo en cada nivel de grado.

También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo/a en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Emergency Response Buttons

Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students

School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. 

The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. 

Learn more about the emergency management system . You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

Mejorando la Seguridad y Protección para el Personal y los Estudiantes

La seguridad escolar se está fortaleciendo en todas las escuelas de FCPS con un nuevo sistema de gestión de emergencias. Este sistema incluye sensores instalados en las escuelas y un botón portátil de respuesta de emergencia (ERB, por sus siglas en inglés) para el personal.

El botón permite que el personal solicite ayuda de manera rápida y discreta y, al presionarlo, proporciona información sobre su ubicación dentro de la escuela. El ERB solo funcionará dentro de las instalaciones escolares y no depende del servicio celular. No está diseñado para reemplazar una llamada al 911, sino como una herramienta adicional de seguridad que puede utilizarse cuando llamar al 911 no sea seguro o práctico.

Obtenga más información sobre el sistema de gestión de emergencias. También puede enviar sus preguntas a la Oficina del Jefe de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS.

Family Engagement Survery

Family Engagement Survey to Open March 9

FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Monday, March 9, to Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools. 

Survey topics include:

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

The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese. 

Parents/caregivers will receive a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9. A survey link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available at each school. Please stay tuned for more information.

Measles

Fairfax County Health Department Measles Update

Measles is a highly contagious virus that infects 9 out of 10 people who are exposed, if unvaccinated or not immune. It has been in the news lately due to cases in Northern Virginia and among people who have traveled through local airports. 

If your spring break or summer plans include traveling abroad or to an area in the United States with high measles activity, the Fairfax County Health Department encourages you to ensure your family is protected. Children 12 months and older should have 1 or 2 doses before traveling. Depending on your specific travel plans, your health care provider may also advise you to vaccinate infants 6 to 11 months old. Read more about these recommendations .

Actualización sobre el sarampión del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Fairfax

El sarampión es un virus altamente contagioso que infecta a 9 de cada 10 personas que están expuestas si no están vacunadas o no tienen inmunidad. Ha estado en las noticias recientemente debido a casos en el norte de Virginia y entre personas que han viajado a través de aeropuertos locales.

Si sus planes para las vacaciones de primavera o el verano incluyen viajar al extranjero o a un área de los Estados Unidos con alta actividad de sarampión, el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Fairfax recomienda asegurarse de que su familia esté protegida. Los niños de 12 meses o más deben tener 1 o 2 dosis antes de viajar. Dependiendo de sus planes específicos de viaje, su proveedor de atención médica también puede recomendar vacunar a los bebés de 6 a 11 meses de edad. Lea más sobre estas recomendaciones.

Special Education Family Conference

2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled

FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School . Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event . If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Black History Month Event

Rooted in Resilience, Echoes of Excellence: FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration

The spirit of heritage and the promise of the future filled the air at Carter G. Woodson High School as FCPS held its second annual Black History Month Celebration with the theme, Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence. This year’s event was especially significant as it coincided with the 100th anniversary of the movement that became Black History Month.

Students from across the division took center stage as the true "echoes" of this excellence. The program featured student-led Moments of Pride that connected local and national history to contemporary achievements. Vernon Walton, senior pastor at the First Baptist Church of Vienna, delivered a spirited keynote speech. Another highlight of the night was the FCPS Black Excellence video tribute .

Read more about the Black history event .

Countdown to Kindergarten

Countdown to Kindergarten: Supporting a Smooth Transition

Is your child heading to kindergarten this fall? Join FCPS staff for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition! The webinar will take place on Friday, March 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support their child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools. Register to receive the event link . 

Kindergarten Registration

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 (the student and one caregiver must be present).

Read more about the registration process .

Cuenta regresiva para Kindergarten: Apoyando una transición sin problemas

¿Su hijo/a comenzará kindergarten este otoño? ¡Únase al personal de FCPS para Cuenta regresiva para Kindergarten, un evento virtual diseñado para ayudar a las familias a prepararse para esta emocionante transición! El seminario web se llevará a cabo el viernes 27 de marzo, de 10:00 a 11:30 a.m.

Durante este seminario web, las familias aprenderán consejos prácticos e información esencial para apoyar un comienzo exitoso y sin dificultades en kindergarten en las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax. Regístrese para recibir el enlace del evento.

Inscripción para Kindergarten

Hay un proceso sencillo de cinco pasos para los padres que desean inscribir a su hijo/a en kindergarten:

1. Determinar la elegibilidad.

2. Identificar su escuela local.

3. Reunir los documentos.

4. Completar los formularios.

5. Programar una cita (el estudiante y un cuidador deben estar presentes).

Lea más sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Summer Learning

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for StudentsRegistration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts CampsCareer and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps . Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• School Board Adopts FY 2027 Advertised Budget
• New Date for Special Education Conference
• Celebrating Our Schools

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today .  

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas:

• La Junta Escolar adopta el presupuesto anunciado para el año fiscal 2027
• Nueva fecha para la Conferencia de Educación Especial
• Celebrando nuestras escuelas

Lea FCPS This Week para obtener más información sobre estos temas. Si aún no está recibiendo este boletín semanal, por favor inscríbase hoy.

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Principal's Message

Dear Dolphin Families, 

As we approach spring, it’s exciting to reflect on all the progress our students have made this year. Across Lake Anne Elementary School, we see them exploring new ideas, developing skills, collaborating with classmates, and showing kindness in countless ways. These accomplishments are made possible by our dedicated staff and your ongoing partnership, thank you for supporting our school community.

Classrooms remain full of rich learning experiences and opportunities to practice empathy, inclusion, and respectful communication. You can support this at home by recognizing acts of kindness, modeling compassion, and encouraging children to consider how their actions affect others.

Regular attendance is essential for student success. We’re glad to see our chronic absenteeism rate improving and want to keep the momentum going. Arriving on time and staying for the full school day helps students stay engaged, build routines, and feel confident in class. Even missing small portions of the day can mean missing important lessons and opportunities to connect with peers. If your family needs support with attendance or scheduling, our team is here to help.

Thank you for helping make every day meaningful and full of opportunity for our Dolphins.

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• February 27th
  • Chuck E. Cheese PTA Fundraiser
• March 5th
  • Math & Literacy Night
• March 6th
  • Walk & Roll
• March 10th
  • Family Science Night
• March 18th
  • 3-hour Early Release 

Math & Literacy Night

Please see the attached flyer for our upcoming Math & Literacy Night on Thursday, March 5, from 6:00–7:30 PM! We hope students and families will join us for fun activities and games that support learning both at school and at home.

Please RSVP using the link or attached QR code so we can plan accordingly. Pizza will be provided by the PTA. Thank you for your continued support in helping our students grow!

https://forms.gle/VhNejYzgYeta2mKA6

¡Por favor, vean el folleto adjunto para nuestra próxima Noche de Matemáticas y Alfabetización el jueves 5 de marzo, de 6:00 a 7:30 PM! Esperamos que los estudiantes y sus familias se unan a nosotros para disfrutar de actividades y juegos divertidos que apoyen el aprendizaje tanto en la escuela como en casa.

Confirmen su asistencia usando el enlace o el código QR adjunto para que podamos planificar adecuadamente. La pizza será proporcionada por la PTA. ¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo para ayudar a que nuestros estudiantes crezcan!

New Visitor Management System

New Visitor Management System

We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry. 

For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check in at the front office.

But now there is also an app, which can make check-ins even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check in at school. 

If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!

Nuevo Sistema de Manejo de Visitantes a las Escuelas

Nos entusiasma anunciar que nuestras escuelas están ahora usando el nuevo sistema “Raptor Visitor Management System”, VMS. Esta actualización forma parte del compromiso que nuestras escuelas y FCPS mantienen con la mejora de la seguridad escolar y con la simplificación del proceso que deben seguir los visitantes a las escuelas. El sistema VMS garantiza que ningún visitante esté en el registro de delincuentes sexuales.

Para la mayoría de los visitantes, la experiencia como usuarios será la misma que ahora tienen cuando se anotan en la oficina principal de cualquier escuela.

Pero ahora contamos con una aplicación que puede hacer mucho más rápido el proceso de anotarse en la escuela. Aquellos visitantes que descarguen la aplicación RaptorSafe App y creen un “Pasaporte Raptor”, pueden verificar su información con antelación, antes de llegar a la escuela. Esta aplicación le dará un código QR que puede usar cuando se anote en la entrada de la escuela.

Si tiene preguntas, o necesita asistencia con el nuevo sistema, por favor contacte a nuestra oficina principal. ¡Gracias por su colaboración haciendo nuestras escuelas más seguras!

LAES PTA Updates

We have our Chuck E. Cheese fundraisertonight,  Friday, February 27th at 4:00pm. It's going to be a great time, come have fun with friends!

Our monthly Dolphin Donation Drive for Februarywill be individually wrapped snacks. Please drop them off in the main office throughout the month! 

Family Science Night

In order to have Family Science Night on Tuesday, March 10th, we need to have at least 20 volunteers signed up by Monday, February 23rd. Also, right now 13 of our 14 volunteers are high school students and we need more Lake Anne adults! Please sign up to help or Children's Science Center Lab will cancel the event: https://laes.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=ae81d199-5116-4606-ba4e-9b3b2a54789b~s.9223370266977539773

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Exploring Technology and Society in Language Arts 

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 5 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored why we use technology, how we take responsibility when making advances in technology, and where ideas for inventions come from. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What’s the most interesting fact you learned from this unit so far? Why is it interesting to you?
• Activity: Ask your child to draw a picture of how they would improve a common piece of technology (cell phone, car, etc.).

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad del camino explorando Tecnología y Sociedad en Artes del Lenguaje📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 5 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han explorado por qué usamos la tecnología, cómo asumimos responsabilidad al realizar avances tecnológicos y de dónde surgen las ideas para los inventos.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

Pregunta:¿Cuál es el dato más interesante que has aprendido de esta unidad hasta ahora? ¿Por qué te parece interesante?

Actividad:Pídale a su hijo que dibuje una imagen de cómo mejoraría una pieza común de tecnología (teléfono celular, automóvil, etc.).

Al final de la unidad, su hijo llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con maneras divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a seguir desarrollando lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Girls on the Run at LAES

Girls on the Run is coming back to Lake Anne Elementary! GOTR offers fun, evidence-based programs that inspire girls in 3rd-6th grade to build their confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills, including the important connection between physical and emotional health. Starting the week of March 2nd, the team will meet every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom 3:45-5:00. The program culminates in a celebratory 5K at the end of the season! The standard program fee is $210 and includes weekly lessons/practices, a t-shirt, a GOTR giveaway, entry into the 5K, a 5K medal, and more. Financial assistance is available for anyone who needs it, with the lowest program registration cost being $22 for the season. Registration begins on February 2 at www.gotrnova.org .

¡Girls on the Run viene a Lake Anne Elemetnary! GOTR cuenta con programas divertidos y basados en evidencias que inspiran a todas las chicas para que desarrollen la confianza, la amabilidad y la capacidad de tomar decisiones. A través de clases dinámicas se transmiten habilidades valiosas para la vida, por ejemplo, la importante relación entre la salud física y la salud emocional. Comienza la semana de 2 Marzo, el equipo encontrará cada Martes y Juevesde 3:45-5:00. ¡El programa culmina en una 5K de celebración al fin de la temporada! La tarifa estándar del programa es $210 y incluye lecciones/prácticas semanales, una camiseta, una botella de agua, entrada en la 5K, una medalla de 5K, y más. Asistencia financiera es disponible para personas que lo necesitan, con el menor costo de registro del programa de $22 para la temporada. Registro empieza el 2 de febrero a www.gotrnova.org .

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Middle School Transition Fair Emergency Response Buttons

Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students

School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. 

The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. 

Learn more about the emergency management system . You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

Mejorando la Seguridad y Protección para el Personal y los Estudiantes

La seguridad escolar se está fortaleciendo en todas las escuelas de FCPS con un nuevo sistema de gestión de emergencias. Este sistema incluye sensores instalados en las escuelas y un botón portátil de respuesta de emergencia (ERB, por sus siglas en inglés) para el personal.

El botón permite que el personal solicite ayuda de manera rápida y discreta y, al presionarlo, proporciona información sobre su ubicación dentro de la escuela. El ERB solo funcionará dentro de las instalaciones escolares y no depende del servicio celular. No está diseñado para reemplazar una llamada al 911, sino como una herramienta adicional de seguridad que puede utilizarse cuando llamar al 911 no sea seguro o práctico.

Obtenga más información sobre el sistema de gestión de emergencias. También puede enviar sus preguntas a la Oficina del Jefe de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS.

Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!

We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax han compilado una lista de recursos para estudiantes y familias en caso de que necesiten ayuda mientras las escuelas están cerradas por las vacaciones de invierno. Por favor visite nuestra página web de recursos de invierno para enlaces a apoyo académico; apoyo a la salud mental; y alimentos, ropa, vivienda y otros recursos del condado. Cuando las Escuelas están Cerradas, el Aprendizaje Puede Continuar

FCPS anima a los estudiantes a aprovechar las oportunidades de aprendizaje divertido durante las vacaciones de invierno y días de nieve. Considere estas actividades de invierno para que sus estudiantes combinen la educación y la diversión. 

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. 

Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible. 

FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage .

¡Es tiempo de inscripción para Kindergarten!

El kindergarten ayuda a los niños a aprender y practicar habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán a lo largo de sus vidas.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) generalmente realizan eventos de inscripción para kindergarten, incluyendo orientación, en la primavera. Los niños elegibles pueden inscribirse durante todo el verano; sin embargo, inscribir a su hijo(a) con anticipación ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y a asegurar que cuenten con los maestros y recursos necesarios para el primer día de clases.

Si su hijo(a) asistirá a nuestra escuela, por favor reúna los documentos necesarios y complete los formularios de inscripción lo antes posible.

FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para recibir apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de FCPS.

School Breakfast Week

Celebrating the Power of School Breakfast

Multiple studies show that school breakfast is important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Also, students who eat school breakfast consume more fruit and fiber than their peers. 

This National School Breakfast Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback. 

Would you like to know what’s for breakfast? View Nutrition Services’ printable menus .

Celebrando el Poder del Desayuno Escolar

Múltiples estudios han demostrado que el desayuno escolar es importante para la salud general de los estudiantes, para mejorar sus dietas y para combatir la inseguridad alimentaria. Los estudiantes que desayunan en la escuela consumen más frutas y fibra que los que no lo hacen.

Esta Semana Nacional del Desayuno Escolar, los Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición de FCPS (FNS, por sus siglas en inglés) quiere recordarles a las familias, que ellos se dedican a ofrecer comidas que son sabrosas, saludables, sostenibles y enfocadas en los propios estudiantes. En respuesta a sugerencias de los estudiantes, este año se han lanzado nuevas cómidas.

¿Quiere saber qué hay para desayunar hoy? Los Servicios de Nutrición tiene disponibles menús imprimibles .

Pre-K & Early Head Start

Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs 

FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County. 

• Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.

• Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.

Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis.

Applications are accepted online , by email , by mail, or in person at the program office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042 .  

If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).

P rogramas para Pre-K y de Atención Integral para la Primera Infancia 

Los programas para Pre-K y de Atención Integral para la Primera Infancia proveen experiencias educativas tempranas de alta calidad a niños que califiquen para ellos, que enfrenten factores de riesgos económicos y educacionales, que estén entre las edades de 6 semanas a 4 años, y que vivan en el Condado de Fairfax. 

• Los programas para Pre-K priorizan aquellos solicitantes de 4 años de edad, pero también acepta solicitudes para niños que cumplan 3 años antes del 30 de septiembre del mismo año.
• Los programas de Atención Integral para la Primera Infancia están ubicados en tres escuelas primarias; Clearview, Crestwood y Dogwood, y acepta solicitudes de cupo desde el embarazo y hasta los 2 años de edad.

Animamos a las familias a solicitar cupos lo más pronto posible; el espacio es limitado y se otorga basado en el nivel de necesidad, no en el orden de llegada.

Las solicitudes se aceptan de forma online , por email , por correo, o en persona en la oficina del programa en la dirección 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042 .  

Si tiene preguntas acerca del proceso de solicitud o sobre el estatus del suyo, por favor llame en inglés al 703-208-7900, o en español al 703-208-7901.

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

Community Opportunities Community Conversations

Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid

As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on: 

• Tuesday, March 3, at Waples Mill Elementary School .
• Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School .
• Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School .
• Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School .
• Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School .
• Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School .

Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.

Conversaciones con la Comunidad: Comparta su Opinión con la Dra. Reid

Siendo una líder que sabe escuchar, la Dra. Reid considera muy importante conectarse e involucrarse con miembros de la comunidad en toda la división escolar. Sus reuniones Conversaciones con la Comunidad representan oportunidades para que comparta sus ideas y opiniones y para que haga las preguntas que tenga. Los eventos se realizarán en estas fechas, durante la primavera (de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. a menos se notifiquen cambios):

• Martes, 3 de marzo, en la Escuela Primaria Waples Mill .
• Martes, 17 de marzo, de 6:45 a 7:45 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Glen Forest .
• Lunes, 23 de marzo, en la Escuela Primaria Ravensworth .
• Lunes, 13 de abril, en la Escuela Primaria Belle View .
• Lunes, 20 de abril, en la Escuela Primaria Westgate .
• Miércoles, 22 de abril, en la Escuela Primaria Crestwood .

Se ofrecerán servicios de Cuidado de Niños y de Traducción. Estos eventos están abiertos para todas las personas. Visite la página de participación comunitaria de la superintendente para que encuentre la información más reciente.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• The FCPS Budget
• School Safety 
• Community Conversations

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today . 

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros:

• El Presupuesto de FCPS
• La Seguridad Escolar 
• Conversaciones Con la Comunidad

Lea FCPS Esta Semana para aprender más sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, suscríbase hoy mismo .

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Principal's Message

Dear Lake Anne Families,

We are excited to continue a strong start to the third quarter! Students have been fully engaged in their learning, collaborating with peers, and building on skills from earlier in the year. It’s wonderful to see their curiosity, creativity, and persistence in action every day.

This week, we are continuing to build on the important lessons from Kindness Week. Students are practicing empathy, inclusion, and thoughtful communication—skills that help create a positive and supportive school community. We encourage families to reinforce these lessons at home by modeling kindness, recognizing acts of compassion, and discussing ways your child can make a difference in their classroom and beyond. Small gestures, like helping a sibling or sharing a compliment, can have a big impact.

A reminder that consistent attendance continues to be a school priority. Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 12.2%, which shows we are moving in the right direction! Every day matters—students who attend regularly are more likely to feel connected to their peers, participate fully in class, and achieve academic success. Please reach out to our office if your family needs support with attendance—we are here to help.

Thank you for partnering with us to make each day meaningful and full of opportunity for every Dolphin!

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• February 22nd
  • SkateQuest Ice Skating Night
• February 27th
  • Chuck E. Cheese PTA Fundraiser
• March 5th
  • Math & Literacy Night
• March 10th
  • Family Science Night

Math & Literacy Night

Please see the attached flyer for our upcoming Math & Literacy Night! We hope students and families will join us for fun activities and games that support learning both at school and at home. Pizza will be provided by the PTA. Thank you for your continued support in helping our students grow!

Volunteer FCPS

Register Today With Volunteer FCPS

• Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at [School]. All volunteers must:

• Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS. 
• Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS. 
• Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.  

At the Volunteer FCPS site , you can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

Regístrese Hoy como Voluntario para FCPS

El sistema “ Volunteer FCPS ” les permite a los individuos encontrar y registrarse para tomar oportunidades de ser voluntarios. El sistema garantiza un ambiente seguro, consistente y acogedor en nuestra escuela [School]. Todos los voluntarios deben:

• Crear un perfil en el sistema “Volunteer FCPS”. 
• Registrarse en oportunidades de voluntariado a través del sistema “Volunteer FCPS”. 
• Anotarse al entrar y al salir de la escuela, usando el kiosko para visitantes.  

Puede completar una orientación para ser voluntario en volunteer.fcps.edu . Visite la página de Preguntas Frecuentes de Volunteer FCPS para que encuentre más información.

New Visitor Management System

New Visitor Management System

We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry. 

For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check in at the front office.

But now there is also an app, which can make check-ins even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check in at school. 

If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!

Nuevo Sistema de Manejo de Visitantes a las Escuelas

Nos entusiasma anunciar que nuestras escuelas están ahora usando el nuevo sistema “Raptor Visitor Management System”, VMS. Esta actualización forma parte del compromiso que nuestras escuelas y FCPS mantienen con la mejora de la seguridad escolar y con la simplificación del proceso que deben seguir los visitantes a las escuelas. El sistema VMS garantiza que ningún visitante esté en el registro de delincuentes sexuales.

Para la mayoría de los visitantes, la experiencia como usuarios será la misma que ahora tienen cuando se anotan en la oficina principal de cualquier escuela.

Pero ahora contamos con una aplicación que puede hacer mucho más rápido el proceso de anotarse en la escuela. Aquellos visitantes que descarguen la aplicación RaptorSafe App y creen un “Pasaporte Raptor”, pueden verificar su información con antelación, antes de llegar a la escuela. Esta aplicación le dará un código QR que puede usar cuando se anote en la entrada de la escuela.

Si tiene preguntas, o necesita asistencia con el nuevo sistema, por favor contacte a nuestra oficina principal. ¡Gracias por su colaboración haciendo nuestras escuelas más seguras!

LAES PTA Updates

Lake Anne's  SkateQuest Ice Skating eventhas been rescheduled for Sunday, February 22nd from 3:10-5:10pm. If you already signed up, your ticket transfers and we hope to see you on the new date (please email [email protected] if you have a conflict and require a refund). If you have not gotten your tickets yet, get them here !

We have our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser on Friday, February 27th at 4:00pm. It's going to be a great time, come have fun with friends!

Our monthly Dolphin Donation Drive for Februarywill be individually wrapped snacks. Please drop them off in the main office throughout the month! 

Family Science Night

In order to have Family Science Night on Tuesday, March 10th, we need to have at least 20 volunteers signed up by Monday, February 23rd. Also, right now 13 of our 14 volunteers are high school students and we need more Lake Anne adults! Please sign up to help or Children's Science Center Lab will cancel the event: https://laes.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=ae81d199-5116-4606-ba4e-9b3b2a54789b~s.9223370266977539773

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Exploring Technology and Society in Language Arts 

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 5 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored why we use technology, how we take responsibility when making advances in technology, and where ideas for inventions come from. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What’s the most interesting fact you learned from this unit so far? Why is it interesting to you?
• Activity: Ask your child to draw a picture of how they would improve a common piece of technology (cell phone, car, etc.).

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad del camino explorando Tecnología y Sociedad en Artes del Lenguaje📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 5 de Benchmark en Artes del Lenguaje! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han explorado por qué usamos la tecnología, cómo asumimos responsabilidad al realizar avances tecnológicos y de dónde surgen las ideas para los inventos.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

Pregunta:¿Cuál es el dato más interesante que has aprendido de esta unidad hasta ahora? ¿Por qué te parece interesante?

Actividad:Pídale a su hijo que dibuje una imagen de cómo mejoraría una pieza común de tecnología (teléfono celular, automóvil, etc.).

Al final de la unidad, su hijo llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con maneras divertidas de ayudar a los estudiantes a seguir desarrollando lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Upcoming Lockdown Drill

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for all of us. We have a crisis management and emergency preparedness plan for our school that is reviewed and updated regularly. Our plan includes procedures on how to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Students and staff regularly practice these drills every school year. We also practice lockdown drills.

Virginia Law ( 22.1-137.2 ) requires schools to notify parents at least 24 hours before a school practices a lockdown drill. However, we are not required to share the exact date and time of the drill. We are required to practice lockdown drills two times a year. FCPS lockdown drills do not include any type of active shooter scenario training, they are instruction and classroom based.

We will conduct a lockdown drill at our school soon. Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students are exempt from mandatory participation in lockdown drills during the first 60 days of the school year. They will participate in our second and final drill later this school year.

Additional information on our lockdown drill program to include parent tips and FAQs can be found on the Emergency Planning and Crisis Response web page. After reviewing this content, you should discuss the value of these safety drills with your child.

Keeping our school safe and secure for all students and staff involves the participation of the entire school community, and we thank you for your help to keep our school safe.

Mantener seguros a los estudiantes y al personal es una prioridad para todos nosotros. Contamos con un plan de manejo de crisis y preparación para emergencias que se revisa y actualiza regularmente. Nuestro plan incluye procedimientos para responder a incidentes como incendios y tornados. Cada año escolar, los estudiantes y el personal practican estos simulacros de manera regular. También practicamos simulacros de cierre preventivo (lockdown).

La ley de Virginia (22.1-137.2) requiere que las escuelas notifiquen a los padres al menos 24 horas antes de realizar un simulacro de cierre preventivo. Sin embargo, no estamos obligados a compartir la fecha y la hora exactas del simulacro. Estamos obligados a practicar simulacros de cierre preventivo dos veces al año. Los simulacros de cierre preventivo de FCPS no incluyen ningún tipo de entrenamiento de escenario de tirador activo; son instructivos y se realizan dentro del salón de clases.

Pronto realizaremos un simulacro de cierre preventivo en nuestra escuela. Los estudiantes de preescolar y kindergarten están exentos de la participación obligatoria en simulacros de cierre preventivo durante los primeros 60 días del año escolar. Ellos participarán en nuestro segundo y último simulacro más adelante este año escolar.

Puede encontrar información adicional sobre nuestro programa de simulacros de cierre preventivo, incluyendo consejos para padres y preguntas frecuentes, en la página web de Planificación de Emergencias y Respuesta a Crisis. Después de revisar esta información, le recomendamos conversar con su hijo(a) sobre la importancia de estos simulacros de seguridad.

Mantener nuestra escuela segura y protegida para todos los estudiantes y el personal requiere la participación de toda la comunidad escolar, y agradecemos su apoyo para mantener nuestra escuela segura.

Girls on the Run at LAES

Girls on the Run is coming back to Lake Anne Elementary! GOTR offers fun, evidence-based programs that inspire girls in 3rd-6th grade to build their confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills, including the important connection between physical and emotional health. Starting the week of March 2nd, the team will meet every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom 3:45-5:00. The program culminates in a celebratory 5K at the end of the season! The standard program fee is $210 and includes weekly lessons/practices, a t-shirt, a GOTR giveaway, entry into the 5K, a 5K medal, and more. Financial assistance is available for anyone who needs it, with the lowest program registration cost being $22 for the season. Registration begins on February 2 at www.gotrnova.org .

¡Girls on the Run viene a Lake Anne Elemetnary! GOTR cuenta con programas divertidos y basados en evidencias que inspiran a todas las chicas para que desarrollen la confianza, la amabilidad y la capacidad de tomar decisiones. A través de clases dinámicas se transmiten habilidades valiosas para la vida, por ejemplo, la importante relación entre la salud física y la salud emocional. Comienza la semana de 2 Marzo, el equipo encontrará cada Martes y Juevesde 3:45-5:00. ¡El programa culmina en una 5K de celebración al fin de la temporada! La tarifa estándar del programa es $210 y incluye lecciones/prácticas semanales, una camiseta, una botella de agua, entrada en la 5K, una medalla de 5K, y más. Asistencia financiera es disponible para personas que lo necesitan, con el menor costo de registro del programa de $22 para la temporada. Registro empieza el 2 de febrero a www.gotrnova.org .

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Middle School Transition Fair Emergency Response Buttons

Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students

School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. 

The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. 

Learn more about the emergency management system . You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

Mejorando la Seguridad y Protección para el Personal y los Estudiantes

La seguridad escolar se está fortaleciendo en todas las escuelas de FCPS con un nuevo sistema de gestión de emergencias. Este sistema incluye sensores instalados en las escuelas y un botón portátil de respuesta de emergencia (ERB, por sus siglas en inglés) para el personal.

El botón permite que el personal solicite ayuda de manera rápida y discreta y, al presionarlo, proporciona información sobre su ubicación dentro de la escuela. El ERB solo funcionará dentro de las instalaciones escolares y no depende del servicio celular. No está diseñado para reemplazar una llamada al 911, sino como una herramienta adicional de seguridad que puede utilizarse cuando llamar al 911 no sea seguro o práctico.

Obtenga más información sobre el sistema de gestión de emergencias. También puede enviar sus preguntas a la Oficina del Jefe de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS.

Upcoming Student Experience Survey at LAES

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey . This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link .

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan , which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

Nuestra escuela participará en la Encuesta sobre la Experiencia Estudiantil de FCPS. Esta encuesta recopilará comentarios importantes de los estudiantes sobre sus experiencias escolares para ayudar a FCPS a realizar mejoras significativas.

Todos los estudiantes de los grados 3.º a 6.º, excepto aquellos que hayan decidido no participar, recibirán un enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico de FCPS el 23 de febrero. Administraremos la encuesta durante el día escolar entre el lunes 23 de febrero y el viernes 6 de marzo. Cualquier estudiante podrá completar la encuesta en casa si no puede hacerlo durante el horario escolar. Recibirá una comunicación con detalles sobre cómo revisar la encuesta y cómo excluir a su hijo/a si así lo desea. El formulario electrónico para optar por no participar también estará disponible en el enlace proporcionado.

Creemos que es importante escuchar a nuestros estudiantes sobre lo que estamos haciendo bien y en qué podemos mejorar. Este trabajo también se alinea con los compromisos de equidad del Plan Estratégico 2023-2030 de FCPS, que incluyen un enfoque en amplificar la voz y las experiencias de los estudiantes mientras trabajamos para alcanzar las metas del plan.

Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!

We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax han compilado una lista de recursos para estudiantes y familias en caso de que necesiten ayuda mientras las escuelas están cerradas por las vacaciones de invierno. Por favor visite nuestra página web de recursos de invierno para enlaces a apoyo académico; apoyo a la salud mental; y alimentos, ropa, vivienda y otros recursos del condado. Cuando las Escuelas están Cerradas, el Aprendizaje Puede Continuar

FCPS anima a los estudiantes a aprovechar las oportunidades de aprendizaje divertido durante las vacaciones de invierno y días de nieve. Considere estas actividades de invierno para que sus estudiantes combinen la educación y la diversión. 

Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages

FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.

The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account . Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program . 

Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.

Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar . If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. 

Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible. 

FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage .

¡Es tiempo de inscripción para Kindergarten!

El kindergarten ayuda a los niños a aprender y practicar habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán a lo largo de sus vidas.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) generalmente realizan eventos de inscripción para kindergarten, incluyendo orientación, en la primavera. Los niños elegibles pueden inscribirse durante todo el verano; sin embargo, inscribir a su hijo(a) con anticipación ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y a asegurar que cuenten con los maestros y recursos necesarios para el primer día de clases.

Si su hijo(a) asistirá a nuestra escuela, por favor reúna los documentos necesarios y complete los formularios de inscripción lo antes posible.

FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para recibir apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de FCPS.

Survey of Preschool Children

If you have a preschool-aged child who is eligible for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year, please use this link  to access the form. Return completed forms to the office no later than February 27, 2026.

If you know of any children in your neighborhood who also have rising kindergartners, please share this information or ask them to reach out to Makenzy O'Flynn at 703-326-3500.

Virginia law, Section 22.1-254 requires that children who will reach their fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2025, must enroll in kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. If your child turns five on or before 09/30/2026 and you do not wish to enroll him/her in kindergarten, please let us know in writing.

The form can be submitted to Makenzy O'Flynn via email  or by dropping it off at the main office. Thank you for your assistance in helping us identify school-age children.

Si tiene un/a niño/a en edad preescolar que sea elegible para kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027, por favor utilice este enlace para acceder al formulario. Devuelva los formularios completos a la oficina a más tardar el 27 de febrero de 2026.

Si conoce a otros niños en su vecindario que también ingresarán a kindergarten, por favor comparta esta información o pídales que se comuniquen con Makenzy O'Flynn al 703-326-3500.

La ley de Virginia, Sección 22.1-254, requiere que los niños que cumplan cinco años en o antes del 30 de septiembre de 2025 se inscriban en kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027. Si su hijo/a cumple cinco años en o antes del 30/09/2026 y no desea inscribirlo/a en kindergarten, por favor notifíquenos por escrito.

El formulario puede enviarse a Makenzy O'Flynn por correo electrónico o entregarse en persona en la oficina principal. Gracias por su ayuda para identificar a los niños en edad escolar.

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Celebrating Our Students
• Summer Camp and Learning
• New High School Name

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros:

• Celebrando a Nuestros Estudiantes
• Campamentos y Aprendizaje del Verano
• Nombre de la Nueva Escuela Secundaria

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Principal's Message

Dear Lake Anne Families,

It’s been wonderful to have a full and consistent week of learning! Our students are starting the third quarter strong and are fully engaged in their classrooms. We enjoyed celebrating the 100th day of school today—a special milestone that marks 100 days of learning, belonging, and partnership.

As we reflect on 100 days of school, we are reminded how important each day is. Thank you for supporting strong routines at home and ensuring your child arrives on time and ready to learn. Currently, our school’s chronic absenteeism rate is 13%. Our goal is to reduce that number to below 10%. Consistent attendance plays a critical role in student achievement, confidence, and connection to school. If your family needs support with attendance, please reach out—we are here to help.

On Wednesday, February 18th, we will have our next three-hour early release. Please check your email for this month’s early release dismissal confirmation for your child(ren). Students will follow their typical Wednesday dismissal plan unless a change of dismissal was submitted to the front office. Today is the final day to communicate any dismissal changes.After today, we will not be able to accommodate changes as we prepare to ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all students. Our priority is ensuring every Dolphin gets home safely and at the correct time.

Please also note there will be no school on Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day and no school on Tuesday due to a Teacher Workday.We look forward to welcoming students back after the long weekend refreshed and ready to learn.

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• February 16th
  • Presenidents Day - Student Holiday
• February 17th
  • Teacher Workday
• February 18th
  • 3-hour Early Dismissal
• February 19th
  • Warm Up FCPS - Spirit Day
• February 22nd
  • SkateQuest Ice Skating Night
• February 27th
  • Chuck E. Cheese PTA Fundraiser
• March 5th
  • Math & Literacy Night

Warm Up FCPS ☀️– Divisionwide Spirit Day

Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.

LAES PTA Updates

Lake Anne's  SkateQuest Ice Skating eventhas been rescheduled for Sunday, February 22nd from 3:10-5:10pm. If you already signed up, your ticket transfers and we hope to see you on the new date (please email [email protected] if you have a conflict and require a refund). If you have not gotten your tickets yet, get them here !

We have our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser on Friday, February 27th at 4:00pm. It's going to be a great time, come have fun with friends!

Our monthly Dolphin Donation Drive for Februarywill be individually wrapped snacks. Please drop them off in the main office throughout the month! 

Language Arts Updates

📚 Finishing Up Different Perspectives in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 4 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about the perspectives of characters, authors, and readers. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: If your pet (or a stuffed animal) could talk, what do you think it would say about its day?
• Activity: Ask your child to retell a familiar story from another character’s point of view.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 Terminando “Diferentes Perspectivas” en Lengua y Literatura📚

¡La Unidad 4 de Benchmark en Lengua y Literatura está llegando a su fin! Durante las últimas semanas, nuestros estudiantes han aprendido, leído y escrito sobre las perspectivas de los personajes, los autores y los lectores.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo(a) en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

• Pregunta: Si su mascota (o un peluche) pudiera hablar, ¿qué cree que diría sobre su día?
• Actividad: Pídale a su hijo(a) que vuelva a contar una historia conocida desde el punto de vista de otro personaje.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo(a) llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con ideas divertidas para ayudar a los estudiantes a reforzar lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo(a) en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Upcoming Lockdown Drill

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for all of us. We have a crisis management and emergency preparedness plan for our school that is reviewed and updated regularly. Our plan includes procedures on how to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Students and staff regularly practice these drills every school year. We also practice lockdown drills.

Virginia Law ( 22.1-137.2 ) requires schools to notify parents at least 24 hours before a school practices a lockdown drill. However, we are not required to share the exact date and time of the drill. We are required to practice lockdown drills two times a year. FCPS lockdown drills do not include any type of active shooter scenario training, they are instruction and classroom based.

We will conduct a lockdown drill at our school soon. Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students are exempt from mandatory participation in lockdown drills during the first 60 days of the school year. They will participate in our second and final drill later this school year.

Additional information on our lockdown drill program to include parent tips and FAQs can be found on the Emergency Planning and Crisis Response web page. After reviewing this content, you should discuss the value of these safety drills with your child.

Keeping our school safe and secure for all students and staff involves the participation of the entire school community, and we thank you for your help to keep our school safe.

Mantener seguros a los estudiantes y al personal es una prioridad para todos nosotros. Contamos con un plan de manejo de crisis y preparación para emergencias que se revisa y actualiza regularmente. Nuestro plan incluye procedimientos para responder a incidentes como incendios y tornados. Cada año escolar, los estudiantes y el personal practican estos simulacros de manera regular. También practicamos simulacros de cierre preventivo (lockdown).

La ley de Virginia (22.1-137.2) requiere que las escuelas notifiquen a los padres al menos 24 horas antes de realizar un simulacro de cierre preventivo. Sin embargo, no estamos obligados a compartir la fecha y la hora exactas del simulacro. Estamos obligados a practicar simulacros de cierre preventivo dos veces al año. Los simulacros de cierre preventivo de FCPS no incluyen ningún tipo de entrenamiento de escenario de tirador activo; son instructivos y se realizan dentro del salón de clases.

Pronto realizaremos un simulacro de cierre preventivo en nuestra escuela. Los estudiantes de preescolar y kindergarten están exentos de la participación obligatoria en simulacros de cierre preventivo durante los primeros 60 días del año escolar. Ellos participarán en nuestro segundo y último simulacro más adelante este año escolar.

Puede encontrar información adicional sobre nuestro programa de simulacros de cierre preventivo, incluyendo consejos para padres y preguntas frecuentes, en la página web de Planificación de Emergencias y Respuesta a Crisis. Después de revisar esta información, le recomendamos conversar con su hijo(a) sobre la importancia de estos simulacros de seguridad.

Mantener nuestra escuela segura y protegida para todos los estudiantes y el personal requiere la participación de toda la comunidad escolar, y agradecemos su apoyo para mantener nuestra escuela segura.

Girls on the Run at LAES

Girls on the Run is coming back to Lake Anne Elementary! GOTR offers fun, evidence-based programs that inspire girls in 3rd-6th grade to build their confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills, including the important connection between physical and emotional health. Starting the week of March 2nd, the team will meet every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom 3:45-5:00. The program culminates in a celebratory 5K at the end of the season! The standard program fee is $210 and includes weekly lessons/practices, a t-shirt, a GOTR giveaway, entry into the 5K, a 5K medal, and more. Financial assistance is available for anyone who needs it, with the lowest program registration cost being $22 for the season. Registration begins on February 2 at www.gotrnova.org .

¡Girls on the Run viene a Lake Anne Elemetnary! GOTR cuenta con programas divertidos y basados en evidencias que inspiran a todas las chicas para que desarrollen la confianza, la amabilidad y la capacidad de tomar decisiones. A través de clases dinámicas se transmiten habilidades valiosas para la vida, por ejemplo, la importante relación entre la salud física y la salud emocional. Comienza la semana de 2 Marzo, el equipo encontrará cada Martes y Juevesde 3:45-5:00. ¡El programa culmina en una 5K de celebración al fin de la temporada! La tarifa estándar del programa es $210 y incluye lecciones/prácticas semanales, una camiseta, una botella de agua, entrada en la 5K, una medalla de 5K, y más. Asistencia financiera es disponible para personas que lo necesitan, con el menor costo de registro del programa de $22 para la temporada. Registro empieza el 2 de febrero a www.gotrnova.org .

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Middle School Transition Fair Emergency Response Buttons

Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students

School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. 

The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. 

Learn more about the emergency management system . You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

Mejorando la Seguridad y Protección para el Personal y los Estudiantes

La seguridad escolar se está fortaleciendo en todas las escuelas de FCPS con un nuevo sistema de gestión de emergencias. Este sistema incluye sensores instalados en las escuelas y un botón portátil de respuesta de emergencia (ERB, por sus siglas en inglés) para el personal.

El botón permite que el personal solicite ayuda de manera rápida y discreta y, al presionarlo, proporciona información sobre su ubicación dentro de la escuela. El ERB solo funcionará dentro de las instalaciones escolares y no depende del servicio celular. No está diseñado para reemplazar una llamada al 911, sino como una herramienta adicional de seguridad que puede utilizarse cuando llamar al 911 no sea seguro o práctico.

Obtenga más información sobre el sistema de gestión de emergencias. También puede enviar sus preguntas a la Oficina del Jefe de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS.

Upcoming Student Experience Survey at LAES

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey . This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link .

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan , which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

Nuestra escuela participará en la Encuesta sobre la Experiencia Estudiantil de FCPS. Esta encuesta recopilará comentarios importantes de los estudiantes sobre sus experiencias escolares para ayudar a FCPS a realizar mejoras significativas.

Todos los estudiantes de los grados 3.º a 6.º, excepto aquellos que hayan decidido no participar, recibirán un enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico de FCPS el 23 de febrero. Administraremos la encuesta durante el día escolar entre el lunes 23 de febrero y el viernes 6 de marzo. Cualquier estudiante podrá completar la encuesta en casa si no puede hacerlo durante el horario escolar. Recibirá una comunicación con detalles sobre cómo revisar la encuesta y cómo excluir a su hijo/a si así lo desea. El formulario electrónico para optar por no participar también estará disponible en el enlace proporcionado.

Creemos que es importante escuchar a nuestros estudiantes sobre lo que estamos haciendo bien y en qué podemos mejorar. Este trabajo también se alinea con los compromisos de equidad del Plan Estratégico 2023-2030 de FCPS, que incluyen un enfoque en amplificar la voz y las experiencias de los estudiantes mientras trabajamos para alcanzar las metas del plan.

Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!

We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax han compilado una lista de recursos para estudiantes y familias en caso de que necesiten ayuda mientras las escuelas están cerradas por las vacaciones de invierno. Por favor visite nuestra página web de recursos de invierno para enlaces a apoyo académico; apoyo a la salud mental; y alimentos, ropa, vivienda y otros recursos del condado. Cuando las Escuelas están Cerradas, el Aprendizaje Puede Continuar

FCPS anima a los estudiantes a aprovechar las oportunidades de aprendizaje divertido durante las vacaciones de invierno y días de nieve. Considere estas actividades de invierno para que sus estudiantes combinen la educación y la diversión. 

Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages

FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.

The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account . Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program . 

Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.

Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar . If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. 

Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible. 

FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage .

¡Es tiempo de inscripción para Kindergarten!

El kindergarten ayuda a los niños a aprender y practicar habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán a lo largo de sus vidas.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) generalmente realizan eventos de inscripción para kindergarten, incluyendo orientación, en la primavera. Los niños elegibles pueden inscribirse durante todo el verano; sin embargo, inscribir a su hijo(a) con anticipación ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y a asegurar que cuenten con los maestros y recursos necesarios para el primer día de clases.

Si su hijo(a) asistirá a nuestra escuela, por favor reúna los documentos necesarios y complete los formularios de inscripción lo antes posible.

FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para recibir apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de FCPS.

Survey of Preschool Children

If you have a preschool-aged child who is eligible for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year, please use this link  to access the form. Return completed forms to the office no later than February 27, 2026.

If you know of any children in your neighborhood who also have rising kindergartners, please share this information or ask them to reach out to Makenzy O'Flynn at 703-326-3500.

Virginia law, Section 22.1-254 requires that children who will reach their fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2025, must enroll in kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. If your child turns five on or before 09/30/2026 and you do not wish to enroll him/her in kindergarten, please let us know in writing.

The form can be submitted to Makenzy O'Flynn via email  or by dropping it off at the main office. Thank you for your assistance in helping us identify school-age children.

Si tiene un/a niño/a en edad preescolar que sea elegible para kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027, por favor utilice este enlace para acceder al formulario. Devuelva los formularios completos a la oficina a más tardar el 27 de febrero de 2026.

Si conoce a otros niños en su vecindario que también ingresarán a kindergarten, por favor comparta esta información o pídales que se comuniquen con Makenzy O'Flynn al 703-326-3500.

La ley de Virginia, Sección 22.1-254, requiere que los niños que cumplan cinco años en o antes del 30 de septiembre de 2025 se inscriban en kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027. Si su hijo/a cumple cinco años en o antes del 30/09/2026 y no desea inscribirlo/a en kindergarten, por favor notifíquenos por escrito.

El formulario puede enviarse a Makenzy O'Flynn por correo electrónico o entregarse en persona en la oficina principal. Gracias por su ayuda para identificar a los niños en edad escolar.

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• How to Get Weather Updates ASAP
• Celebrating Students and Staff
• Kindergarten Open House

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros: 

• Cómo Recibir Rápidamente Actualizaciones sobre el Clima
• Celebrando a Estudiantes y Personal
• Eventos de Puertas Abiertas para Kindergarten

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Principal's Message

Dear Lake Anne Families,

We have absolutely loved welcoming our Dolphins back into the building this week and sharing in their excitement for learning and reconnecting with friends. The energy across our classrooms has been wonderful to see!

Daily attendance helps students build confidence, stay engaged, and feel connected to their school community. Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 12.2%, and our goal is to bring this number below 10%. We appreciate families’ continued efforts to support regular attendance, as every day in the classroom makes a meaningful difference for our students.

A huge thank you to our custodial team, who braved the bitter cold to clear walkways and school grounds, ensuring a safe and smooth return for students and staff. We are so grateful for their hard work and dedication.

We also had the joy of celebrating a very special birthday this week! Mrs. Stewartwas surprised with the opportunity to read to a few of our Dolphins in the library—one of her favorite ways to build connections and spark meaningful conversations through literacy. It was a special moment for all involved! 🐬📚

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another great week ahead!

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• February 9-13
  • Kindness Week
• February 11th
  • Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
  • PTA Meeting (In-person): Pizza at 6:30, Meeting at 7:00
• February 22nd
  • SkateQuest Ice Skating Night
• February 27th
  • Chuck E. Cheese PTA Fundraiser

LAES PTA Updates

Family Game Night is back!! It will be on Friday, February 6th in the  Cafeteria from  5:30-7:30pm. Lots of board games will be available to learn and play, or feel free to bring your own favorite game. Follow this  link  to preview the games that will be there! Pizza & snacks will be available for purchase.  Preorder pizza  here ! PTA will also be accepting donations of new or gently used games and will be re-selling them at the event for a small fee. Come to play or sign up to help out  here ! *Please note, this is not a drop off event, all students must be accompanied by an adult*

There is an  in-person PTA meetingon Wednesday, February 11thin the cafeteria. Dinner(pizza, desserts, and drinks) will be provided at 6:30pmand the meetingwill start at 7:00pm. Students who attend are invited to a Financial Literacy activity (target age 1st-3rd grade) presented in the library. 

February 11this also Crossing Guard Appreciation Dayand we encourage you to celebrate our amazing Ms. Anne!

The Snack Attack Hot Chocolate and Sweets for staff has been rescheduled to Friday, February 13th. Check out the sign up here to volunteer to bring something or make any necessary changes based on the new date. 

Lake Anne's  SkateQuest Ice Skating eventhas been rescheduled for Sunday, February 22nd from 3:10-5:10pm. If you already signed up, your ticket transfers and we hope to see you on the new date (please email [email protected] if you have a conflict and require a refund). If you have not gotten your tickets yet, get them here !

We have our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser on Friday, February 27th at 4:00pm. It's going to be a great time, come have fun with friends!

Our monthly Dolphin Donation Drive for Februarywill be individually wrapped snacks. Please drop them off in the main office throughout the month! 

Language Arts Updates

📚 Finishing Up Different Perspectives in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 4 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about the perspectives of characters, authors, and readers. 

Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: If your pet (or a stuffed animal) could talk, what do you think it would say about its day?
• Activity: Ask your child to retell a familiar story from another character’s point of view.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 Terminando “Diferentes Perspectivas” en Lengua y Literatura📚

¡La Unidad 4 de Benchmark en Lengua y Literatura está llegando a su fin! Durante las últimas semanas, nuestros estudiantes han aprendido, leído y escrito sobre las perspectivas de los personajes, los autores y los lectores.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo(a) en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

• Pregunta: Si su mascota (o un peluche) pudiera hablar, ¿qué cree que diría sobre su día?
• Actividad: Pídale a su hijo(a) que vuelva a contar una historia conocida desde el punto de vista de otro personaje.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo(a) llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con ideas divertidas para ayudar a los estudiantes a reforzar lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo(a) en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Girls on the Run at LAES

Girls on the Run is coming back to Lake Anne Elementary! GOTR offers fun, evidence-based programs that inspire girls in 3rd-6th grade to build their confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills, including the important connection between physical and emotional health. Starting the week of March 2nd, the team will meet every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom 3:45-5:00. The program culminates in a celebratory 5K at the end of the season! The standard program fee is $210 and includes weekly lessons/practices, a t-shirt, a GOTR giveaway, entry into the 5K, a 5K medal, and more. Financial assistance is available for anyone who needs it, with the lowest program registration cost being $22 for the season. Registration begins on February 2 at www.gotrnova.org .

¡Girls on the Run viene a Lake Anne Elemetnary! GOTR cuenta con programas divertidos y basados en evidencias que inspiran a todas las chicas para que desarrollen la confianza, la amabilidad y la capacidad de tomar decisiones. A través de clases dinámicas se transmiten habilidades valiosas para la vida, por ejemplo, la importante relación entre la salud física y la salud emocional. Comienza la semana de 2 Marzo, el equipo encontrará cada Martes y Juevesde 3:45-5:00. ¡El programa culmina en una 5K de celebración al fin de la temporada! La tarifa estándar del programa es $210 y incluye lecciones/prácticas semanales, una camiseta, una botella de agua, entrada en la 5K, una medalla de 5K, y más. Asistencia financiera es disponible para personas que lo necesitan, con el menor costo de registro del programa de $22 para la temporada. Registro empieza el 2 de febrero a www.gotrnova.org .

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Emergency Response Buttons

Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students

School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. 

The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. 

Learn more about the emergency management system . You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

Mejorando la Seguridad y Protección para el Personal y los Estudiantes

La seguridad escolar se está fortaleciendo en todas las escuelas de FCPS con un nuevo sistema de gestión de emergencias. Este sistema incluye sensores instalados en las escuelas y un botón portátil de respuesta de emergencia (ERB, por sus siglas en inglés) para el personal.

El botón permite que el personal solicite ayuda de manera rápida y discreta y, al presionarlo, proporciona información sobre su ubicación dentro de la escuela. El ERB solo funcionará dentro de las instalaciones escolares y no depende del servicio celular. No está diseñado para reemplazar una llamada al 911, sino como una herramienta adicional de seguridad que puede utilizarse cuando llamar al 911 no sea seguro o práctico.

Obtenga más información sobre el sistema de gestión de emergencias. También puede enviar sus preguntas a la Oficina del Jefe de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS.

Upcoming Student Experience Survey at LAES

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey . This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link .

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan , which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

Nuestra escuela participará en la Encuesta sobre la Experiencia Estudiantil de FCPS. Esta encuesta recopilará comentarios importantes de los estudiantes sobre sus experiencias escolares para ayudar a FCPS a realizar mejoras significativas.

Todos los estudiantes de los grados 3.º a 6.º, excepto aquellos que hayan decidido no participar, recibirán un enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico de FCPS el 23 de febrero. Administraremos la encuesta durante el día escolar entre el lunes 23 de febrero y el viernes 6 de marzo. Cualquier estudiante podrá completar la encuesta en casa si no puede hacerlo durante el horario escolar. Recibirá una comunicación con detalles sobre cómo revisar la encuesta y cómo excluir a su hijo/a si así lo desea. El formulario electrónico para optar por no participar también estará disponible en el enlace proporcionado.

Creemos que es importante escuchar a nuestros estudiantes sobre lo que estamos haciendo bien y en qué podemos mejorar. Este trabajo también se alinea con los compromisos de equidad del Plan Estratégico 2023-2030 de FCPS, que incluyen un enfoque en amplificar la voz y las experiencias de los estudiantes mientras trabajamos para alcanzar las metas del plan.

Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!

We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax han compilado una lista de recursos para estudiantes y familias en caso de que necesiten ayuda mientras las escuelas están cerradas por las vacaciones de invierno. Por favor visite nuestra página web de recursos de invierno para enlaces a apoyo académico; apoyo a la salud mental; y alimentos, ropa, vivienda y otros recursos del condado. Cuando las Escuelas están Cerradas, el Aprendizaje Puede Continuar

FCPS anima a los estudiantes a aprovechar las oportunidades de aprendizaje divertido durante las vacaciones de invierno y días de nieve. Considere estas actividades de invierno para que sus estudiantes combinen la educación y la diversión. 

Dual Language Immersion

Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages

FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.

The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account . Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program . 

Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.

Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar . If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.

Solicite Cupo para que su Niño Aprenda en Dos IdiomasLa Lotería de cupos del Programa Dual de Inmersión en Idiomas (DLI, por sus siglas en inglés) del período 2026-2027 abre el lunes, 12 de enero. Este programa les ofrece a estudiantes de kindergarten y de primer grado la oportunidad de aprender en inglés y en algún otro idioma, francés, alemán, japonés, coreano o español, durante la mitad de cada día escolar.

Esta lotería, la cual es online e incluye a todo el condado, está abierta para residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Para participar en ella, las familias deben tener una cuenta en SIS ParentVUE . Los estudiantes que no estén inscritos en FCPS, deberán inscribirse en su escuela base antes de solicitar cupo en el programa de inmersión . 

Aquellas familias que estén solicitando cupo por primera vez, deberán hacerlo antes del jueves, 12 de febrero. Quienes estén solicitando cupos para kindergarten deberán hacer su solicitud antes de las 4 p.m. del lunes 2 de marzo. 

Se realizarán reuniones informativas a partir de enero. Encuentre las fechas y detalles en el calendario de FCPS . Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede contactar a Brigid Williams, llamando al 571-423-4600.

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. 

Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible. 

FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage .

¡Es tiempo de inscripción para Kindergarten!

El kindergarten ayuda a los niños a aprender y practicar habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán a lo largo de sus vidas.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) generalmente realizan eventos de inscripción para kindergarten, incluyendo orientación, en la primavera. Los niños elegibles pueden inscribirse durante todo el verano; sin embargo, inscribir a su hijo(a) con anticipación ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y a asegurar que cuenten con los maestros y recursos necesarios para el primer día de clases.

Si su hijo(a) asistirá a nuestra escuela, por favor reúna los documentos necesarios y complete los formularios de inscripción lo antes posible.

FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para recibir apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de FCPS.

Survey of Preschool Children

If you have a preschool-aged child who is eligible for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year, please use this link  to access the form. Return completed forms to the office no later than February 27, 2026.

If you know of any children in your neighborhood who also have rising kindergartners, please share this information or ask them to reach out to Makenzy O'Flynn at 703-326-3500.

Virginia law, Section 22.1-254 requires that children who will reach their fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2025, must enroll in kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. If your child turns five on or before 09/30/2026 and you do not wish to enroll him/her in kindergarten, please let us know in writing.

The form can be submitted to Makenzy O'Flynn via email  or by dropping it off at the main office. Thank you for your assistance in helping us identify school-age children.

Si tiene un/a niño/a en edad preescolar que sea elegible para kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027, por favor utilice este enlace para acceder al formulario. Devuelva los formularios completos a la oficina a más tardar el 27 de febrero de 2026.

Si conoce a otros niños en su vecindario que también ingresarán a kindergarten, por favor comparta esta información o pídales que se comuniquen con Makenzy O'Flynn al 703-326-3500.

La ley de Virginia, Sección 22.1-254, requiere que los niños que cumplan cinco años en o antes del 30 de septiembre de 2025 se inscriban en kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027. Si su hijo/a cumple cinco años en o antes del 30/09/2026 y no desea inscribirlo/a en kindergarten, por favor notifíquenos por escrito.

El formulario puede enviarse a Makenzy O'Flynn por correo electrónico o entregarse en persona en la oficina principal. Gracias por su ayuda para identificar a los niños en edad escolar.

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• How to Get Weather Updates ASAP
• Celebrating Students and Staff
• Kindergarten Open House

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros: 

• Cómo Recibir Rápidamente Actualizaciones sobre el Clima
• Celebrando a Estudiantes y Personal
• Eventos de Puertas Abiertas para Kindergarten

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Principal's Message

Dear Lake Anne Families,

We hope you enjoyed the recent snow days and were able to spend some extra time together as a family. ❄️ We would also like to share our sincere appreciation for our custodial team, who worked incredibly hard to clear snow and prepare the building and grounds for a safe return to school. We are looking forward to welcoming our dolphins back on Monday and settling back into our routines.

As we return, please remember to send all school-issued devices (laptops or iPads) and chargers back to school with students on Mondayso they are ready for learning.

Being at school regularly helps students stay connected, build relationships, and make the most of each learning day. Right now, our school’s chronic absenteeism rate is 11.8%, and we truly appreciate your partnership in helping students attend school as consistently as possible. Every day together in the classroom matters.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to a great week ahead!

Warmly,

Mrs. Jill Stewart, Principal

Mrs. Valencia Chenier, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Leslie Grumbach, Assistant Principal

Important School Events

• February 6th
  • Walk & Roll
  • Family Game Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• February 9-13
  • Kindness Week
• February 11th
  • Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
  • PTA Meeting (In-person): Pizza at 6:30, Meeting at 7:00
• February 22nd
  • SkateQuest Ice Skating Night
• February 27th
  • Chuck E. Cheese PTA Fundraiser

LAES PTA Updates

Family Game Night is back!! It will be on Friday, February 6th in the  Cafeteria from  5:30-7:30pm. Lots of board games will be available to learn and play, or feel free to bring your own favorite game. Follow this  link  to preview the games that will be there! Pizza & snacks will be available for purchase.  Preorder pizza  here ! PTA will also be accepting donations of new or gently used games and will be re-selling them at the event for a small fee. Come to play or sign up to help out  here ! *Please note, this is not a drop off event, all students must be accompanied by an adult*

There is an  in-person PTA meetingon Wednesday, February 11thin the cafeteria. Dinner(pizza, desserts, and drinks) will be provided at 6:30pmand the meetingwill start at 7:00pm. Students who attend are invited to a Financial Literacy activity (target age 1st-3rd grade) presented in the library. 

February 11this also Crossing Guard Appreciation Dayand we encourage you to celebrate our amazing Ms. Anne!

The Snack Attack Hot Chocolate and Sweets for staff has been rescheduled to Friday, February 13th. Check out the sign up here to volunteer to bring something or make any necessary changes based on the new date. 

Lake Anne's  SkateQuest Ice Skating eventhas been rescheduled for Sunday, February 22nd from 3:10-5:10pm. If you already signed up, your ticket transfers and we hope to see you on the new date (please email [email protected] if you have a conflict and require a refund). If you have not gotten your tickets yet, get them here !

We have our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser on Friday, February 27th at 4:00pm. It's going to be a great time, come have fun with friends!

Our monthly Dolphin Donation Drive for Februarywill be individually wrapped snacks. Please drop them off in the main office throughout the month! 

Language Arts Updates

📚 Halfway Through Seeing Different Perspectives in Language Arts 📚

We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 4 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have learned how perspective shapes storytelling and understanding. Connect with your child’s learning at schoolwith these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: If you could be one of the characters from one of this unit’s readings, who would you choose and why?
• Activity: Have your child write or dictate a diary entry from the perspective of a book character.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website .

📚 A mitad de camino: ver diferentes perspectivas en Lengua y Literatura📚

¡Estamos a mitad de la Unidad 4 de Benchmark en Lengua y Literatura! En todos los grados, los estudiantes han aprendido cómo la perspectiva influye en la narración y en la comprensión de los textos.

Conéctese con el aprendizaje de su hijo(a) en la escuela con estas preguntas divertidas y actividades prácticas para hacer en casa:

• Pregunta: Si pudieras ser uno de los personajes de una de las lecturas de esta unidad, ¿a quién elegirías y por qué?
• Actividad: Pida a su hijo(a) que escriba o dicte una entrada de diario desde la perspectiva de un personaje del libro.

Al final de la unidad, su hijo(a) llevará a casa la revista de la unidad. La revista incluye un calendario de actividades con ideas divertidas para ayudar a los estudiantes a reforzar lo que están aprendiendo en cada grado. También puede encontrar información sobre cómo apoyar la lectura de su hijo(a) en casa en el sitio web de Benchmark Families.

Order Yearbooks!

Order Your Child’s Yearbook by April 10th for $15.00.

Online Code: YB32349 at www.strawbridge.net .

For security, you will need your child’s last name and student ID number.

Ordene el anuario de su hijo(a) antes del 10 de abril por $15.00.

Código en línea: YB32349 en www.strawbridge.net .

Por razones de seguridad, necesitará el apellido de su hijo(a) y su número de identificación estudiantil.

Health Reminder - Lice Awareness

We want to make families aware that head lice continues to be a challenge in some of our classrooms. Lice are very common among school-aged children and are not related to cleanliness. We encourage families to regularly check their child’s hair and scalp, especially behind the ears and at the nape of the neck. Signs to look for include itching, redness, or small white or tan eggs (nits) attached close to the scalp.

To help prevent the spread of lice, please remind your child not to share hats, brushes, hair accessories, or headphones. If lice are found, prompt treatment with an approved lice shampoo and careful removal of nits is important. Washing bedding, clothing, and personal items in hot water can also help stop the spread. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our school community healthy!

Queremos informar a las familias que los piojos continúan siendo un desafío en algunos de nuestros salones de clase. Los piojos son muy comunes entre los niños en edad escolar y no están relacionados con la limpieza. Recomendamos que las familias revisen regularmente el cabello y el cuero cabelludo de sus hijos, especialmente detrás de las orejas y en la nuca. Las señales a observar incluyen picazón, enrojecimiento o pequeños huevos blancos o color beige (liendres) adheridos cerca del cuero cabelludo.

Para ayudar a prevenir la propagación de los piojos, recuerde a su hijo que no comparta gorras, cepillos, accesorios para el cabello ni audífonos. Si se encuentran piojos, es importante realizar un tratamiento inmediato con un champú aprobado y retirar cuidadosamente las liendres. Lavar la ropa de cama, la ropa y los artículos personales con agua caliente también ayuda a detener la propagación. ¡Gracias por su colaboración para mantener saludable a nuestra comunidad escolar!

Healthy Habits

Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs

Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.

Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs . 

When Should Your Child Stay Home?

Help your student succeed in school by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit the FCPS website for helpful insights regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school to minimize impacts on learning.

If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to let us know so we can provide assistance, if needed.

Hábitos Saludables para Prevenir la Propagación de la Influenza y Otros Gérmenes

El Condado de Fairfax ha estado observando altos niveles de casos de enfermedad de la influenza (la “flu”). El número de visitas a las salas de emergencias y centros de cuidados urgentes ha aumentado, especialmente entre niños, además de que múltiples casos de “flu” han ocurrido dentro de nuestras comunidades e instalaciones escolares.

Lea los consejos del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Fairfax para reducir la propagación de la “flu” y de otros gérmenes .

¿Cuándo debe quedarse su hijo(a) en casa?

Ayude a su estudiante a tener éxito en la escuela animándolo(a) a faltar la menor cantidad de días posible. Sin embargo, asegúrese de que su hijo(a) se quede en casa si está enfermo(a). Visite el sitio web de FCPS para obtener información útil sobre las ausencias y cómo trabajar con su hijo(a) y con nuestra escuela para minimizar el impacto en el aprendizaje.

Si su hijo(a) tiene una enfermedad crónica, por favor avísenos para que podamos brindarle apoyo, si es necesario.

Better Sleep

Strategies for Better Sleep

Sleep is essential to good health, and getting enough sleep has big benefits to your physical and mental health and well-being. Sleep is restorative, allowing your body time to recover and repair. 

This is true for your child, too. In fact, adequate sleep in children supports healthy brain development, learning, and memory consolidation, as well as their mood. And it is important for a strong immune system and the prevention of infections. Read about how much sleep a person needs and get some sleep strategies you can use with your family.

Estrategias para Dormir Mejor

El sueño es esencial para una buena salud, y dormir lo suficiente tiene grandes beneficios para su salud física y mental, así como para su bienestar general. El sueño es reparador, ya que permite que su cuerpo se recupere y se repare.

Esto también es cierto para su hijo(a). De hecho, dormir lo suficiente en los niños apoya el desarrollo saludable del cerebro, el aprendizaje y la consolidación de la memoria, así como su estado de ánimo. Además, es importante para un sistema inmunológico fuerte y la prevención de infecciones. Lea sobre cuántas horas de sueño necesita una persona y obtenga algunas estrategias de sueño que puede usar con su familia.

Immunization Events

FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year. 

Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student . Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.

Eventos de Vacunación para los Estudiantes de FCPS

FCPS, en asociación con la organización Inspire Health Alliance, estará ofreciendo sin costo alguno vacunas obligatorias para la escuela y vacunas opcionales contra la “flu” o influenza a todos los estudiantes de FCPS. Se realizan múltiples eventos en lugares determinados de FCPS. Se programarán fechas adicionales a lo largo del año escolar. Padres y tutores podrían revisar las fechas de los próximos eventos y programar citas para vacunar a sus estudiantes . La participación es completamente voluntaria.

Hay disponibles recursos adicionales para la vacunación .

Emergency Response Buttons

Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students

School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff. 

The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical. 

Learn more about the emergency management system . You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.

Mejorando la Seguridad y Protección para el Personal y los Estudiantes

La seguridad escolar se está fortaleciendo en todas las escuelas de FCPS con un nuevo sistema de gestión de emergencias. Este sistema incluye sensores instalados en las escuelas y un botón portátil de respuesta de emergencia (ERB, por sus siglas en inglés) para el personal.

El botón permite que el personal solicite ayuda de manera rápida y discreta y, al presionarlo, proporciona información sobre su ubicación dentro de la escuela. El ERB solo funcionará dentro de las instalaciones escolares y no depende del servicio celular. No está diseñado para reemplazar una llamada al 911, sino como una herramienta adicional de seguridad que puede utilizarse cuando llamar al 911 no sea seguro o práctico.

Obtenga más información sobre el sistema de gestión de emergencias. También puede enviar sus preguntas a la Oficina del Jefe de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS.

Upcoming Student Experience Survey at LAES

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey . This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link .

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan , which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

Nuestra escuela participará en la Encuesta sobre la Experiencia Estudiantil de FCPS. Esta encuesta recopilará comentarios importantes de los estudiantes sobre sus experiencias escolares para ayudar a FCPS a realizar mejoras significativas.

Todos los estudiantes de los grados 3.º a 6.º, excepto aquellos que hayan decidido no participar, recibirán un enlace a la encuesta en su correo electrónico de FCPS el 23 de febrero. Administraremos la encuesta durante el día escolar entre el lunes 23 de febrero y el viernes 6 de marzo. Cualquier estudiante podrá completar la encuesta en casa si no puede hacerlo durante el horario escolar. Recibirá una comunicación con detalles sobre cómo revisar la encuesta y cómo excluir a su hijo/a si así lo desea. El formulario electrónico para optar por no participar también estará disponible en el enlace proporcionado.

Creemos que es importante escuchar a nuestros estudiantes sobre lo que estamos haciendo bien y en qué podemos mejorar. Este trabajo también se alinea con los compromisos de equidad del Plan Estratégico 2023-2030 de FCPS, que incluyen un enfoque en amplificar la voz y las experiencias de los estudiantes mientras trabajamos para alcanzar las metas del plan.

Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!

We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax han compilado una lista de recursos para estudiantes y familias en caso de que necesiten ayuda mientras las escuelas están cerradas por las vacaciones de invierno. Por favor visite nuestra página web de recursos de invierno para enlaces a apoyo académico; apoyo a la salud mental; y alimentos, ropa, vivienda y otros recursos del condado. Cuando las Escuelas están Cerradas, el Aprendizaje Puede Continuar

FCPS anima a los estudiantes a aprovechar las oportunidades de aprendizaje divertido durante las vacaciones de invierno y días de nieve. Considere estas actividades de invierno para que sus estudiantes combinen la educación y la diversión. 

Dual Language Immersion

Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages

FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.

The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account . Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program . 

Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.

Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar . If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.

Solicite Cupo para que su Niño Aprenda en Dos IdiomasLa Lotería de cupos del Programa Dual de Inmersión en Idiomas (DLI, por sus siglas en inglés) del período 2026-2027 abre el lunes, 12 de enero. Este programa les ofrece a estudiantes de kindergarten y de primer grado la oportunidad de aprender en inglés y en algún otro idioma, francés, alemán, japonés, coreano o español, durante la mitad de cada día escolar.

Esta lotería, la cual es online e incluye a todo el condado, está abierta para residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Para participar en ella, las familias deben tener una cuenta en SIS ParentVUE . Los estudiantes que no estén inscritos en FCPS, deberán inscribirse en su escuela base antes de solicitar cupo en el programa de inmersión . 

Aquellas familias que estén solicitando cupo por primera vez, deberán hacerlo antes del jueves, 12 de febrero. Quienes estén solicitando cupos para kindergarten deberán hacer su solicitud antes de las 4 p.m. del lunes 2 de marzo. 

Se realizarán reuniones informativas a partir de enero. Encuentre las fechas y detalles en el calendario de FCPS . Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede contactar a Brigid Williams, llamando al 571-423-4600.

Kindergarten Registration

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

Kindergarten helps children learn and practice the social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. 

Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, in the spring. Eligible children can be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps schools prepare and ensure they have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

If your child will attend our school, please gather necessary documents and complete registration forms as soon as possible. 

FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage .

¡Es tiempo de inscripción para Kindergarten!

El kindergarten ayuda a los niños a aprender y practicar habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación que usarán a lo largo de sus vidas.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) generalmente realizan eventos de inscripción para kindergarten, incluyendo orientación, en la primavera. Los niños elegibles pueden inscribirse durante todo el verano; sin embargo, inscribir a su hijo(a) con anticipación ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y a asegurar que cuenten con los maestros y recursos necesarios para el primer día de clases.

Si su hijo(a) asistirá a nuestra escuela, por favor reúna los documentos necesarios y complete los formularios de inscripción lo antes posible.

FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para recibir apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de FCPS.

Survey of Preschool Children

If you have a preschool-aged child who is eligible for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year, please use this link  to access the form. Return completed forms to the office no later than February 27, 2026.

If you know of any children in your neighborhood who also have rising kindergartners, please share this information or ask them to reach out to Makenzy O'Flynn at 703-326-3500.

Virginia law, Section 22.1-254 requires that children who will reach their fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2025, must enroll in kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. If your child turns five on or before 09/30/2026 and you do not wish to enroll him/her in kindergarten, please let us know in writing.

The form can be submitted to Makenzy O'Flynn via email  or by dropping it off at the main office. Thank you for your assistance in helping us identify school-age children.

Si tiene un/a niño/a en edad preescolar que sea elegible para kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027, por favor utilice este enlace para acceder al formulario. Devuelva los formularios completos a la oficina a más tardar el 27 de febrero de 2026.

Si conoce a otros niños en su vecindario que también ingresarán a kindergarten, por favor comparta esta información o pídales que se comuniquen con Makenzy O'Flynn al 703-326-3500.

La ley de Virginia, Sección 22.1-254, requiere que los niños que cumplan cinco años en o antes del 30 de septiembre de 2025 se inscriban en kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-2027. Si su hijo/a cumple cinco años en o antes del 30/09/2026 y no desea inscribirlo/a en kindergarten, por favor notifíquenos por escrito.

El formulario puede enviarse a Makenzy O'Flynn por correo electrónico o entregarse en persona en la oficina principal. Gracias por su ayuda para identificar a los niños en edad escolar.

✅ Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey Cathy Hudgins Community Center

Cathy Hudgins Community Center is REOPENING! Please join us on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 1:00-4:00 PM for Pizza, games, and fun! 

Student Fasting Meal Kits

From  February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information: 

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day.  Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the  FCPS FNS website  by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter . View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide .

La incertidumbre alimentaria afecta a más de 96,000 residentes del Condado de Fairfax. Sepa cómo puede ayudar y descubra los muchos recursos que están disponibles para aquellos que necesiten asistencia alimentaria o refugio . Revise la Guía de Servicios de Recursos Humanos .

Food Pantries

• South Lakes Food Pantry:
• • Where: Outside the main entrance (Door #1) at South Lake High School
  • When: Thursdays between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM
  • What: Bags of non-perishable items as well as fresh produce, meat, bread, and household items
• Saint Anne’s Food Pantry:
  • Where: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM
  • What: One bag of groceries and one bag of personal care items to each person
• Tzu Chi Foundation:
  • Where: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  • When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • What: Food items including fresh produce and dry goods
• Community of Faith UMC:
  • Where: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  • When: Tuesdays between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • What: Food items including meat and refrigerate d goods
• Food for Others:
  • Where: Draper Dr & Kingsbridge Dr, Oakton, VA, 22031
  • When: Monday and Thursday, 6:00 p.m.

Capital Area Food Bank  is committed to providing food for our neighbors in need, throughout the year and in unexpected moments of economic hardship.

• To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.

• These new food distributions will begin the week of October 20th. To receive food, visitors will need to show a government work ID.

Additional Resources

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes:
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s:
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi:
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC:
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

• Despensa de Alimentos de South Lakes
  Dónde: Afuera de la entrada principal (Puerta #1) en South Lakes High School
  Cuándo: Los jueves entre las 4:30 PM y las 5:00 PM
  Qué: Bolsas con alimentos no perecederos, así como productos frescos, carne, pan y artículos para el hogar
• Despensa de Alimentos de Saint Anne’s
  Dónde: 1700 Wainwright Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada tercer jueves del mes entre las 12:00 PM y la 1:00 PM
  Qué: Una bolsa de comestibles y una bolsa de artículos de cuidado personal por persona
• Fundación Tzu Chi
  Dónde: 1516 Moorings Dr., Reston, VA 20190
  Cuándo: Cada primer y tercer sábado del mes entre las 10:00 AM y las 11:00 AM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo productos frescos y productos secos
• Community of Faith UMC
  Dónde: 13224 Franklin Farm Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
  Cuándo: Los martes entre las 4:00 PM y las 6:00 PM
  Qué: Alimentos, incluyendo carne y productos refrigerados

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week , the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget Presented to School Board
• School Board Approves Proposed Boundary Changes
• It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!

En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week , la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros: 

• Propuesta del Presupuesto para el Año Fiscal (AF) 2027 presentada a la Junta Escolar
• La Junta Escolar aprueba los cambios propuestos en los límites escolares
• ¡Es tiempo de inscripción para Kindergarten!

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