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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟 PTA Movie Night!

🌟 School Counseling Spirit Week

🌟 Upcoming Parent Coffee

🌟 🏅 Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards

🌟 Reading Opens the World Book Drive

🌟 Techstravaganza 2025

🌟️Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

We are officially over halfway through the school year, and we have so much to celebrate as we head into the third quarter! Our winter chorus concert last night was a huge success, and we were so impressed with all the student performers. A huge thank you to Ms. Anuszkiewicz and Ms. Nowacek for their hard work in preparing our students to share such beautiful music with us. Thank you also to all the families who joined us!

Second quarter progress reports will be available in SIS Parent Vue starting on Thursday, February 6th, at 6:00 a.m. Hard copies will also be sent home in your child's Thursday Folder next week.

We hope to see you all tonight for our PTA Movie Night! We'll be letting our imaginations run wild with a viewing of "IF" in the cafeteria starting at 5:45 p.m. Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

PTA Movie Night! School Counseling Spirit Week

National School Counseling Week 2025 will be celebrated from Feb. 3–7 to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and how students are different as a result of what school counselors do. National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.  As part of its celebration for National School Counseling Week, Shrevewood E.S. will have a spirit week to show off how “sweet it is to be a Shrevewood Owl”.

Upcoming Parent Coffee

When: February 7, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Where: Shrevewood Library

Join us for our upcoming Parent Coffee, where we’ll showcase how technology is used throughout our school! Students will share the apps they use and how they help others in their learning journey. We’ll also highlight digital citizenship and how we teach students to use technology responsibly. Plus, learn the best ways to stay informed about school and county happenings. Don’t miss this opportunity to see technology in action and connect with our school community!

We look forward to connecting with you!

🏅 Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards

First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education. 

Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.

Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.

Reading Opens the World Book Drive Techstravaganza 2025 ❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather is here! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Weekly Family Resource

The Middle School Transition Matters Newsletter: Elementary Families Edition for Winter 2024-25 is now available! This edition is designed to foster curiosity, self-awareness, and career readiness in elementary students. It provides practical tips and activities to help families connect daily activities to real-life experiences.

Highlights from this edition include:

• Incorporating Transition Planning: Ideas for weaving transition planning into family discussions and routines.
• Building Self-Awareness: Strategies to help children discover their interests and skills through engaging activities and meaningful conversations.
• Increasing Career Awareness: Introduce career concepts using videos and family outings.
• Connecting Life Skills to the Real World: Practical ideas for teaching life skills at home that build connections to job and daily living skills.
• Developing Pre-Vocational Skills: Activities that encourage task completion, routine-following, and collaborative efforts within the home.
• Engaging Local Resources: Tips for utilizing Fairfax County resources, including community organizations, library programs, local events, and family volunteer opportunities.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will be reviewing several character strengths: optimism, prudence, social intelligence, supporting others, and kindness.

To practice and encourage these character strengths at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.  A new application must be completed each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• FY 2026 Proposed Budget
• Student-Driven Lunch Menus
• Inclusion Awards Nominations

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

Save the Date ⭐PTA Movie Night⭐

Friday, January 31, at 5:45 p.m. in the cafeteria

⭐School Counseling Spirit Week⭐

February 3-7

⭐Parent Coffee⭐

Friday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m. in the library

⭐PTA Meeting⭐

Tuesday, February 11, at 7:00 p.m. in the library

⭐Presidents Day Holiday⭐

Monday, February 17

(No school for students or staff)

⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, February 24

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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7525 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Office: 703-645-6600
Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟 Rising Seventh Grade Curriculum Night

🌟Spirit Day

🌟 Chorus Concert

🌟 PTA Movie Night!

🌟 Upcoming Parent Coffee

🌟 Chinese New Year festival

🌟 Techstravaganza 2025

🌟️Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

January is flying by, and we appreciate how well our students have adjusted to the occasional winter weather delays. We're looking forward to some warmer days next week, but please continue to send your child to school with appropriate winter gear for outdoor recess.

We have a lot of Washington Commanders fans at Shrevewood, including Mrs. Vandawalker, who are looking forward to the NFL Conference Championships this weekend. To show our excitement, tomorrow (Friday) is a Sports Spirit Day! You do not have to be an NFL or Commanders fan to participate, as we welcome everyone to wear their favorite sports gear to show off their team spirit!

As a reminder, the 2nd quarter ends on Tuesday which is a full school day, followed by a Teacher Workday on Wednesday, January 29th. School will be closed for students on that day.

We appreciate your continued support in making Shrevewood a fantastic place to learn and grow. Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night Open House

• Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
• Time: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
• Location: Kilmer Middle School

During this in-person event, students and parents can speak with 7th grade teachers to learn more about course options, attend optional information sessions, and tour Kilmer Middle School.

Spirit Day

Wear your favorite sports team attire to show your team spirit! 

Chorus Concert

The Shrevewood Winter Chorus Concert is Thursday, January 30, at 7:00 p.m. in the gym.

Chorus members:

• Please arrive at 6:45 p.m. on the stage/Ms. Nowacek’s room to warm-up.
• Please wear black dress pants or knee-length skirts and a white dress shirt or polo. It is preferred that you wear black dress shoes. Please see Mrs. Anuszkiweicz or Ms. Nowacek if you have any questions about your concert attire.

We’re looking forward to the performance!

PTA Movie Night!

We hope to see you for our first PTA movie night here at Shrevewood in the cafeteria on January 31 at 5:45 p.m.! Donate to the bake sale here and/or pre-order your pizza here.

Upcoming Parent Coffee

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Technology Parent Coffee, where we’ll share how technology is being utilized to enhance learning in our classrooms and across the school.

When: February 7th, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Where: Shrevewood Library

Come see how our students are engaging with innovative tools, learn about the resources available, and discover ways technology supports their educational journey. This is also a great opportunity to ask questions and provide your input.

We look forward to connecting with you!

Chinese New Year Festival

The Asian Community Service Center sincerely invites all Shrevewood Elementary School students to join their 16th Annual Chinese New Year Festival on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School, 3020 Gallows Road, Falls Church, Virginia.

China's 5,000 year history leaves us some of the most amazing stories and wisdom to learn from. Chinese culture is full of inner meaning. Through stories and presentations designed for school-age children and their parents, as well as teachers and school administrators, participants will get a feel for the true essence of Chinese culture. Group reservations are appreciated, although we will try our best to accommodate everyone on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Schedule:
Performances: 1:15-2:00 p.m., 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Dragon Parade: 2:45 p.m.
Educational Tours: 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.

All activities are free, but children may wish to purchase their favorite Asian dish (all affordably priced) or buy a beautiful Chinese craft. Chinese or Asian dress is encouraged during the event.

Techstravaganza 2025 ❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather is here! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Weekly Family Resource

Take a look at the FCPS’ Family Resource Center Padlet which offers top book recommendations by topic based on the most common requests from families in FCPS.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of social intelligence.

Social intelligence refers to a person’s ability to understand and manage interpersonal relationships. It is distinct from a person’s IQ or “book smarts". It includes an individual’s ability to understand and act on the feelings, thoughts, and behaviors of other people. This type of intelligence can take place “in the moment” of face-to-face conversations, but also appears during times of deliberate thinking. It involves emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.  A new application must be completed each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• SOL Score Reports
• Upcoming Budget Presentation
• Science Fair Judges Needed

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

Save the Date ⭐Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night⭐

Thursday, January 23, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐Sports Spirit Day⭐

Friday, January 24 

⭐End of Quarter⭐

Tuesday, January 28 

⭐Teacher Work Day⭐

Wednesday, January 29

(No school for students)

⭐Chorus Concert⭐

Thursday, January 30, at 7:00 p.m. in the gym

⭐PTA Movie Night⭐

Friday, January 31, at 5:45 p.m. in the cafeteria

⭐Parent Coffee⭐

Friday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m. in the library

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

7525 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Office: 703-645-6600
Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟 Information for Rising Seventh Graders

🌟 Register for Winter Baroody Programs

🌟 Chorus Concert

🌟 PTA Movie Night!

🌟 Chinese New Year festival

🌟️Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

It has been wonderful having a full week back at school with our students! Our staff has been taking time to review routines and procedures, and our students have done a wonderful job getting back in full swing here at Shrevewood. We are very impressed with our students and their work and effort on our winter assessments. We look forward to sharing about the growth our students have made at our next PTA meeting in February.

As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday and the Presidential Inauguration.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Information for Rising 7th Graders Virtual Rising 7th Grade General Information Session

• Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
• Time: 5:00 p.m.
• Location: Live-streamed on the Kilmer M.S. website. The link will be shared closer to the event, and a recording will remain available on our website.

This virtual session will introduce Kilmer Middle School and provide an overview of curricular options for the 2025-2026 school year.

Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night Open House

• Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
• Time: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
• Location: Kilmer Middle School

During this in-person event, students and parents can speak with 7th grade teachers to learn more about course options, attend optional information sessions, and tour Kilmer Middle School.

Register for Winter Baroody Programs

Register here for the winter Baroody session - registration closes on Sunday, January 19, at 11:59 p.m.

Chorus Concert

The Shrevewood Winter Chorus Concert is Thursday, January 30, at 7:00 p.m. in the gym.

Chorus members:

• Please arrive at 6:45 p.m. on the stage/Ms. Nowacek’s room to warm-up.
• Please wear black dress pants or knee-length skirts and a white dress shirt or polo. It is preferred that you wear black dress shoes. Please see Mrs. Anuszkiweicz or Ms. Nowacek if you have any questions about your concert attire.

We’re looking forward to the performance!

PTA Movie Night!

We hope to see you for our first PTA movie night here at Shrevewood in the cafeteria on January 31 at 5:45 p.m.! Donate to the bake sale here and/or pre-order your pizza here.

Chinese New Year Festival

The Asian Community Service Center sincerely invites all Shrevewood Elementary School students to join their 16th Annal Chinese New Year Festival on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School, 3020 Gallows Road, Falls Church, Virginia.

China's 5,000 year history leaves us some of the most amazing stories and wisdom to learn from. Chinese culture is full of inner meaning. Through stories and presentations designed for school-age children and their parents, as well as teachers and school administrators, participants will get a feel for the true essence of Chinese culture. Group reservations are appreciated, although we will try our best to accommodate everyone on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Schedule:
Performances: 1:15-2:00 p.m., 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Dragon Parade: 2:45 p.m.
Educational Tours: 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.

All activities are free, but children may wish to purchase their favorite Asian dish (all affordably priced) or buy a beautiful Chinese craft. Chinese or Asian dress is encouraged during the event.

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather is here! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Weekly Family Resource

Parents can get information about their child's activity on their FCPS laptop. Sign up to receive a weekly Parent Report from Lightspeed, our internet content filtering service, which will provide a list of the top sites the child visited that week.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports. Visit Lightspeed Report Request Portal

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of perseverence.

The concept of perseverance can most often be found in one’s active pursuit to overcome obstacles. Perseverance is a uniquely human characteristic that identifies an individual’s ability to spend long periods of time devoted to a single goal or set of goals. Those who persevere are able to set goals for themselves and then
take active, calculated steps toward those goals. People demonstrating high levels of perseverance are able to handle significant, sometimes repeated, setbacks in pursuit of goals.

For individuals, persistence can be directly connected to an individual’s ability to be successful throughout their life. Those who persevere through setbacks often reap the benefits of the success gained by refusing to give up.  On a group level, perseverance can be contagious. A single group member’s ability or willingness to persevere can have a substantial impact on those working with him/her and the team. Groups that show high levels of perseverance are able to achieve goals they may not have believed possible.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perseverence at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.  A new application must be completed each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Superintendent to Present Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget 
• Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
• SIS ParentVUE End of Quarter Closure

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

Save the Date ⭐Inauguration Day/ MLK Day⭐

Monday, January 20

(No school for students or staff)

⭐Rising 7th Grade Information Session⭐

Wednesday, January 22, at 5:00 p.m. on Kilmer M.S. Website

⭐Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night⭐

Thursday, January 23, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐End of Quarter⭐

Tuesday, January 28 

⭐Teacher Work Day⭐

Wednesday, January 29

(No school for students)

⭐Chorus Concert⭐

Thursday, January 30, at 7:00 p.m. in the gym

⭐PTA Movie Night⭐

Friday, January 31, at 5:45 p.m. in the cafeteria

⭐Parent Coffee (new date)⭐

Friday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m. in the library

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟Sledding at Shrevewood

🌟 Register for Winter Baroody

🌟 PTA Movie Night!

🌟❄️Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

Happy New Year! We hope this message finds you enjoying the winter weather and staying warm and safe with your families. We are definitely missing our Shrevewood Owls and are looking forward to getting back into our routines here at school as soon as it is safe to do so.

As a reminder, if FCPS calls for a two hour delayed opening, Shrevewood does not open until 11:05 a.m. Please do not drop your child off prior to this time, or leave them unattended outside, as we do not have staff supervision until we open our doors.

We look forward to welcoming our students back soon to kick off 2025, but in the meantime, enjoy the snow and stay warm!

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Sledding at Shrevewood

We are so thankful to our custodial team and their time, effort, and energy they have put into cleaning our sidewalks, pathways, and parking lots. In an effort to keep these areas free of snow and ice, please remind your children to only sled in areas that are not taped off (see pictures below). We need them to avoid the hill between the trailers and school building as well as the hill area between the stairs and school building. Thank you for your support!

Register for Winter Baroody

Register here for the winter Baroody session - registration closes on Sunday, January 12 at 11:59 p.m.

PTA Movie Night!

We hope to see you for our first PTA movie night here at Shrevewood in the cafeteria on January 31st at 5:45 p.m.! Donate to the bake sale here and/or pre-order your pizza here.

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather is here! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Weekly Family Resource

Should we have any more snow days this winter, here are some Snow Day and Winter Break Activities for students of all ages!

The Positivity Project

When we return in January, our school community will focus on the character strength of prudence. 

Prudence means you plan for the future and achieve your goals by making careful everyday choices.

Prudence is about doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons. It's a way of thinking ahead, setting goals, making plans, and having the discipline to follow through. It’s more about using your head than your heart.

Prudence helps with managing yourself effectively. Whether aiming for a sports record, getting good grades, or saving for something special, you need to plan ahead and stay focused. Even with a plan, you must resist temptations that might distract you. Prudence gives you the wisdom to use the right strengths at the right time to achieve your goals.

To practice and encourage the character strength of prudence at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.  A new application must be completed each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

There was no new FCPS This Week newsletter.

Save the Date ⭐PTA Meeting⭐

Tuesday, January 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the library

⭐Inauguration Day/ MLK Day⭐

Monday, January 20

(No school for students or staff)

⭐Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night⭐

Thursday, January 23, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐End of Quarter⭐

Tuesday, January 28 - 2 hour early release

⭐Teacher Work Day⭐

Wednesday, January 29

(No school for students)

⭐Chorus Concert⭐

Thursday, January 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the gym

⭐PTA Movie Night⭐

Friday, January 31 at 5:45 p.m. in the cafeteria

⭐Parent Coffee (new date)⭐

Friday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m. in the library

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

7525 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Office: 703-645-6600
Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟SWES Winter Spirit Week Dec.16-20

🌟❄️Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

Thank you to all of our family members who came to volunteer their time at the Book Fair last week. It was a very successful event, and we loved seeing all of the fun and exciting books our students purchased. A special thank you to our librarian, Shawn Lloyd, for working tirelessly to ensure a smooth and successful Book Fair for all.

As the holiday season approaches and the winter break begins next week, we want to take a moment to wish you all a very happy and joyous holiday season. May your days be filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones.

We are looking forward to the new year and all of the wonderful things it has in store for our students. We have so many exciting plans and opportunities ahead, and we can't wait to see our students thrive and grow in the coming year.

Wishing you all a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season, and a prosperous and fulfilling new year.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

SWES Winter Spirit Week Dec.16-20 ❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter

The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:

• Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
• Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
• SEL Screener Results
• New Accessibility Resources
• Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
• Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
• VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
• Executive Functioning Webinars
• Early Literacy Resources
• ESY and Assessment Webinar
• COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options

Subscribe to the Special Education and 504 Newsletter.

Weekly Family Resource

Join us for a virtual FCPS Family Math Week during the week of January 13 - January 17, 2025. Join FCPS as we enjoy games and stories that delight all ages - all from the comfort of home - as we go for 3,000,000 family math minutes! More information can be found here: https://www.mindresearch.org/fcps-math-week

The Positivity Project

When we return in January, our school community will focus on the character strength of optimism. 

Optimism represents a state of hopefulness and
confidence about the future (both short and long term).  People with this strength are future oriented. They have a positive vision of what the future holds and maintain confidence that they will get there. They keep a positive attitude despite setbacks and often find ways to convert what seems like an obstacle into a stepping-stone to achieve their goals.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.  A new application must be completed each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
• Be Among the First to Hear About Closings/Delays
• Fall 2024 Sports Champions

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

Save the Date ⭐Winter Spirit Week⭐

Monday, December 16 - Friday, December 20

⭐Winter Break⭐

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

(No school for students or staff)

⭐Parent Coffee⭐

Monday, January 13, at 10:00 a.m. in the library

⭐PTA Meeting⭐

Tuesday, January 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the library

⭐Inauguration Day/ MLK Day⭐

Monday, January 20

(No school for students or staff)

⭐Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night⭐

Thursday, January 23, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐End of Quarter⭐

Tuesday, January 28 - 2 hour early release

⭐Teacher Work Day⭐

Wednesday, January 29

(No school for students)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

7525 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Office: 703-645-6600
Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟The Shrevewood Book Fair is Extended!

🌟SWES Winter Spirit Week Dec.16-20

🌟Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15

🌟Shrevewood Band Concert Tonight

🌟❄️Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter

🌟Community Meetings on the Comprehensive Boundary Review

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Shrevewood PTA Updates

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

Our students and staff have been very busy this week! We started our week with an early release on Monday and our 3rd grade students had a wonderful field trip to the Museum of Natural History on Wednesday. Today, our 6th grade band students performed for the school and will have their first concert of the year this evening at Kilmer MS! It’s hard to believe there is only one more week until Winter Break!

Next week, we will have a Winter Spirit Week. Take a look at the details below in the newsletter for more information. All students will also participate in the Mix Major assembly next Wednesday where they will learn about music, technology, and creativity in an incredibly engaging and unique way! We have a lot to look forward to before we send our students off for break!

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

The Shrevewood Book Fair is Extended!

Exciting News: The Shrevewood Book Fair will now run through Monday, December 16!

Get ready to explore and shop for your favorite books! Here's what you need to know:

Sales Days: The book fair opens for sales on December 11 and will run through December 16, closing at 3:00 p.m.

Volunteers Needed: We’d love your help! If you’re interested in volunteering, sign up using the following link.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AAEAE2DAAF9C16-53617468-book.

Payment: E-Wallets are the preferred method of payment for a hassle-free experience.

Shrevewood Book Fair Homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/shrevewoodbookfair

More Details: Additional information was sent home in your student’s Thursday folder.

For questions, feel free to contact Ms. Lloyd in the library at [email protected].

We can’t wait to see you there! 📚✨

SWES Winter Spirit Week Dec.16-20 Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time Advanced Academic Programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to April Done via email at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for full-time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

Full-Time Referral Form (PDF):

• Arabic
• Chinese
• English
• Korean
• Spanish 
• Urdu
• Vietnamese

Please also consider filling out the Parent Questionnaire Form found on the AAP Forms Page if you submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services.

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP services will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will compile a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio to determine eligibility for full-time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio after it has been submitted for central selection by emailing April Done at [email protected].

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services are screened at the local school level. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP services for the remainder of the school year, and a referral for Full-Time AAP services may be submitted next fall. 

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

Shrevewood Band Concert Tonight

The 2024 Winter 6th Grade Band Concert will take place on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Kilmer Middle School.  Sixth grade band students should arrive at Kilmer Middle School at 6:15 p.m. and enter through the main entrance. We can’t wait to share some great music with you soon!

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

🧤Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter

The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:

• Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
• Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
• SEL Screener Results
• New Accessibility Resources
• Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
• Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
• VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
• Executive Functioning Webinars
• Early Literacy Resources
• ESY and Assessment Webinar
• COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options

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Community Meetings on the Comprehensive Boundary Review

If you did not get a chance to attend one of the recent community meetings on the Comprehensive Boundary Review, please consider attending the final meeting in this first phase of the boundary review process. The Region 1 meeting will take place Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m.,in the Madison High School cafeteria. Register today. If you are unable to participate, stay tuned for details about virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings coming early next year.

View FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Weekly Family Resource ⛄ 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 webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of self control. 

Self-control is the act of managing behavior in a way that positively influences goal attainment and living up to standards. Possessing this strength protects people from destabilizing emotional extremes. Those with self-control are able to limit impulsive behavior. They have the ability to experience and navigate difficulty while remaining poised. They understand that through discipline and restraint, there are greater, long-term goals that they can accomplish.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Shrevewood PTA Updates

🎁 PTA Community Outreach Holiday Drive 🎁

This holiday season, let’s come together to support our Shrevewood students and families! Explore ways to donate here.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.  A new application must be completed each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Course Selection for Middle and High School Students
• Join Our Teacher Team!
• Comprehensive Boundary Review Updates

Save the Date ⭐6th Grade Band Concert⭐

Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐Winter Spirit Week⭐

Monday, December 16 - Friday, December 20

⭐Winter Break⭐

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

(No school for students or staff)

⭐Parent Coffee⭐

Monday, January 13, at 10:00 a.m. in the library

⭐PTA Meeting⭐

Tuesday, January 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the library

 

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟The Shrevewood Book Fair is Next Week!

🌟SWES Winter Spirit Week - Dec. 16-20

🌟FLE Parent Preview Night

🌟Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15

🌟Shrevewood Band Concert - Dec. 12

🌟Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results Now Available

🌟⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

🌟❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Federal Impact Aid Survey

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Shrevewood PTA Updates

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your families and friends.  Due to the upcoming holidays, we want to remind you about the importance of your student’s attendance. One way we demonstrate our shared purpose is through partnering on student attendance. Our current chronic absenteeism rate is 13.0%. Our goal is to stay below 10% all year. Every day that we partner together to keep chronic absenteeism down, we provide all of our students with the environment to succeed.

Next Monday, December 9th, is our next 3 hour early release Monday. You should have received confirmation of your child's early release plan earlier this week. Any changes to that plan should be made by emailing Assistant Principal Dan Reichard ([email protected]) no later than the end of today, Dec. 5.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. 

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

The Shrevewood Book Fair is Next Week!

Exciting News: The Shrevewood Book Fair is almost here!

Get ready to explore and shop for your favorite books! Here's what you need to know:

Browsing Days: Students will have the opportunity to browse the book fair on December 9.

Sales Days: The book fair opens for sales on December 10 and will run through December 13, closing at 3:45 p.m.

Volunteers Needed: We’d love your help! If you’re interested in volunteering, sign up using the following link.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AAEAE2DAAF9C16-53617468-book.

Payment: E-Wallets are the preferred method of payment for a hassle-free experience.

Shrevewood Book Fair Homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/shrevewoodbookfair

More Details: Additional information will be sent home in your student’s Thursday folder.

For questions, feel free to contact Ms. Lloyd in the library at [email protected].

We can’t wait to see you there! 📚✨

SWES Winter Spirit Week - Dec. 16-20 FLE Parent Preview Night

Students in grades 4-6 will be participating in Family Life Education lessons. The lesson materials are available for your review in the All Parents/Guardians Schoology Course. To log in, use your same username and password as SIS ParentVue. You are invited to attend an evening opportunity to preview the Family Life Education media and lessons and to talk with school staff about the program. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 10, at 5:00 p.m. in the library.  All program materials and media for all grade levels will be available for your review at this time, and any questions about the material can be addressed.  An opt out form is available in the Parent Digital Consent (PDC), which you also use your SIS ParentVUE username and password to access.  If you have already indicated your desire to opt your child out of FLE lessons by using the form provided earlier in the school year, you do not need to complete another form. If you have any questions, please contact Katie Vandawalker at [email protected].

Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time Advanced Academic Programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to April Done via email at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for full-time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

Full-Time Referral Form (PDF):

• Arabic
• Chinese
• English
• Korean
• Spanish 
• Urdu
• Vietnamese

Please also consider filling out the Parent Questionnaire Form found on the AAP Forms Page if you submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services.

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP services will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will compile a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio to determine eligibility for full-time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio after it has been submitted for central selection by emailing April Done at [email protected].

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services are screened at the local school level. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP services for the remainder of the school year, and a referral for Full-Time AAP services may be submitted next fall. 

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

Shrevewood Band Concert - Dec. 12

The 2024 Winter 6th Grade Band Concert will take place on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Kilmer Middle School.  Sixth grade band students should arrive at Kilmer Middle School at 6:15 p.m. and enter through the main entrance. We can’t wait to share some great music with you soon!

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results Now Available

Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of October providing information on their SEL skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

Individual student SEL Screener results are now available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.

For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.

⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.

Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please email our Family Liaison, Fatima Phillips at [email protected]. 

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through ParentVUE today!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for Federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $4,000,000 in Impact Aid funds. FCPS uses the survey for Impact Aid to identify federally connected students.

The Impact Aid survey is available online through ParentVUE. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Here is a link to instructions to access the survey in ParentVUE: https://www.fcps.edu/impact

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held on Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Weekly Family Resource

If you are interested in learning more about Literacy in elementary schools in FCPS, please take a look at the Literacy Resources for Families and Family-Facing Curriculum sites for families.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of supporting others. 

Supporting other people when they struggle is a critical piece of being human. There is a Chinese saying that sums this up: “If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.”  There are many different approaches to helping people who are struggling.  These can include: listening while they describe an event and their feelings about it, taking action to help people in need, or simply just being there and sitting together in silence.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Shrevewood PTA Updates

🎁 PTA Community Outreach Holiday Drive 🎁

This holiday season, let’s come together to support our Shrevewood students and families! Explore ways to donate here.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Family Academy Orientation
• Literacy Resources
• Winter Programs and Activities

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

Save the Date ⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, December 9

⭐FLE Parent Preview Night⭐

Tuesday, December 10, at 5:00 p.m. in the library

⭐PTA Meeting⭐

Tuesday, December 10, at 7:00 p.m. in the library

⭐6th Grade Band Concert⭐

Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐Winter Spirit Week⭐

Monday, December 16 - Friday, December 20

⭐Winter Break⭐

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

(No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟GOTR Toy Donations

🌟Shrevewood Band Concert - Dec. 12

🌟Student Feedback Opportunity for FCPS Cell Phone Policy and SR&R

🌟Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

🌟❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

🌟Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

🌟Boundary Review Community Meetings 

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Federal Impact Aid Survey

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Advanced Academics Program Information

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Shrevewood PTA Updates

🌟Handwashing

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

Thank you so much to all of the families and friends who joined us today for our Thanksgiving lunch! We are grateful for the partnerships and really enjoyed having such a wonderful buzz in the cafeteria as we enjoyed our time together.

As you know, next week we will observe Thanksgiving Break, and there will be no school Wednesday, Nov. 27, through Friday, Nov. 29. As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for the incredible work and dedication of our students, staff, and families. Your unwavering commitment to our school community has been instrumental in creating a positive and enriching learning environment.

Our students continue to amaze us with their curiosity, creativity, and academic achievements. Their hard work and enthusiasm are truly inspiring. Our dedicated staff members go above and beyond to provide exceptional instruction and support, fostering a sense of belonging and nurturing the potential of every student.

We are also grateful for the active involvement and support of our parents and guardians. Your partnership in your child's education is invaluable. By working together, we can build on our strong foundation for our students' success.

May this upcoming holiday season be filled with joy, peace, and gratitude.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

GOTR Toy Donations

The Girls on the Run are collecting toys for the National Children’s Hospital in a donation box located at the front of the school. We plan to bring the donations to the hospital the week after Thanksgiving, so please drop off your donations by Tuesday, December 3. The hospital’s wish list can be found at this link .

**Please note: toys and items donated must be new and in original packaging.**

Shrevewood Band Concert - Dec. 12

The 2024 Winter 6th Grade Band Concert will take place on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Kilmer Middle School.  Sixth grade band students should arrive at Kilmer Middle School at 6:15 p.m. and enter through the main entrance. We can’t wait to share some great music with you soon!

Student Feedback Opportunity for FCPS Cell Phone Policy and SR&R

FCPS is working with K12 Insight to host a community forum for families, staff members, and students to provide feedback on the school division’s cell phone policies and practices, and the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) document. FCPS is looking for more student participants (grades 3-12) to help ensure diverse perspectives from our community.

The community forum will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 6:30-8 p.m., at the Willow Oaks Administrative Center. If your student is interested in providing feedback, please visit the Cell Phone Policy Forum registration page to learn more. Families must register their child by Monday, November 25.

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices. 

The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.

In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.

Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact us.

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please email our Family Liaison, Fatima Phillips at [email protected]. 

📍 Boundary Review Community Meetings

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region which will take place on Monday, December 2, from 6:30-8 p.m., at the Westfield High School cafeteria.

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.

 Sign up for the School Boundary Review Newsletter for updates.

Green Team NexTrex Challenge Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through ParentVUE today!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for Federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $4,000,000 in Impact Aid funds. FCPS uses the survey for Impact Aid to identify federally connected students.

The Impact Aid survey is available online through ParentVUE. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Here is a link to instructions to access the survey in ParentVUE: https://www.fcps.edu/impact

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held on Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Advanced Academics Program Information

Click HERE to find AAP parent information slides.  You will also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the referral forms.

Referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15.  Students in 2nd grade – 6th grade are eligible to be referred for Full Time Services. 

Weekly Family Resource

This article has 10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in Elementary School.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will be reviewing the character strengths of gratitude. 

Gratitude is the quality of feeling and expressing
thankfulness and appreciation. It is an affirmation that there is goodness in other people and the world and that we have received that goodness. People with the strength of gratitude have a readiness to show appreciation for kindness and also to return kindness. A leading expert, Robert Emmons, calls gratitude a “relationship-strengthening emotion, because it requires us to see how we’ve been supported and affirmed by other people.”

On a group level, gratitude is associated with reciprocity and social stability. Grateful people are more likely than their counterparts to feel a commitment to others and believe in an interconnectedness of the world and its people. When a person does a favor for you, you tend to feel thankful and be motivated to return the favor. Groups that operate with gratitude are usually more cohesive.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Shrevewood PTA Updates

🎁 PTA Community Outreach Holiday Drive 🎁

This holiday season, let’s come together to support our Shrevewood students and families! Explore ways to donate here.

Handwashing

As we transition into the fall and winter seasons, it's important to remind our students, staff, and families about the importance of practicing good hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette. These simple practices can significantly reduce the spread of germs, particularly during the upcoming holiday season when gatherings and travel increase.

Key Reminders:

• Wash Hands Frequently: Encourage students to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating, after using the restroom, and after blowing their nose, coughing, or sneezing.  
• Use Hand Sanitizer: When soap and water are not readily available, provide access to alcohol-based hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol content.
• Cover Coughs and Sneezes: Remind students to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue or their elbow when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of tissues properly in a wastebasket and wash their hands.
• Avoid Touching Face: Discourage students from touching their eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. 

Hand Washing Prevents The Spread of the Flu 

Your Health Is In Your Hands with the Help from a Shark

 

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Preparing for Winter Weather
• SEL Screener Results
• Varsity Girls Wrestling Is New Winter Sport

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

Save the Date ⭐Thanksgiving Break⭐

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29

(No school for students or staff)

⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, December 9

⭐FLE Preview Night⭐

Tuesday, December 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the library

⭐PTA Meeting⭐

Tuesday, December 10, at 7:00 p.m. in the library

⭐6th Grade Band Concert⭐

Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Kilmer M.S.

⭐Winter Break⭐

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

(No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟Boundary Review Community Meetings Start this Month

🌟Outstanding Employee Awards

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch Information

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch Schedule

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Federal Impact Aid Survey

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Advanced Academics Program Information

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

We had our first annual Veterans Day Assembly at Shrevewood this Wednesday, and it was a truly inspiring event that allowed us to honor and thank those who have served our country. We were so grateful to have the opportunity to hear from our special family guests who shared their experiences and sacrifices. We want to also recognize all of the members of our community who have served or have family members who are serving or have served. Thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms. For anyone who would like to view the slideshow of some of our Shrevewood staff and community veterans, please click this link here.

As we are approaching the busy holiday season, we want to take a moment to remind you about the importance of student attendance at school. We are continuing to work as a school team to improve our attendance and need your help. As you plan for family trips, please reference the FCPS Calendar to ensure your child is not missing out on their learning opportunities at school.

A final reminder to nominate Shrevewood staff for the Outstanding Employee Awards. To submit a nomination for a Shrevewood Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one or more of the categories, please complete the Shrevewood ES Outstanding Employee Awards Nomination Form.  More information follows below in the newsletter.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

📍 Boundary Review Community Meetings

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on Monday, December 2, 6:30-8 p.m., at Westfield High School Cafeteria.

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.

 Sign up for the School Boundary Review Newsletter for updates.

Outstanding Employee Awards

Nominations are open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Shrevewood Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one or more of the categories below, please complete the Shrevewood ES Outstanding Employee Awards Nomination Form.

You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category).

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The Nomination Form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below:

Outstanding Teacher 

• Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district). Ex: Teacher or Librarian with 3+ years of experience

Outstanding New Teacher

• Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district). Ex: Teacher or Librarian with less than three years of experience

Outstanding New Principal

• Eligibility: Currently works as an elementary, middle, secondary, or high school principal in FCPS and within the first 3 years of their assignment as building principal (in any school/school district).

Outstanding Leader 

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position and location as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee. This does not include the  principal. Ex: Assistant Principal, Director of Student Services

Outstanding Professional Employee 

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location. Ex: School Based Technology Specialist (SBTS), Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), Instructional Coach, Testing Coordinator, Clinicians, Speech Pathologist, After-School Specialist, Resource Teachers, MTSS Coordinator, Assessment Coach or Special Education Department Chair

Outstanding Operational Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location. Ex: Administrative Assistants, Office Assistants, Librarians, Finance Tech, Custodial staff, Food Services staff, Instructional Aids, Public Health Attendant, Public Health Training Attendant, Parent Liaison

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal, [email protected]u. 

Thanksgiving Lunch Information Thanksgiving Lunch Schedule Green Team NexTrex Challenge Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through ParentVUE today!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for Federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $4,000,000 in Impact Aid funds. FCPS uses the survey for Impact Aid to identify federally connected students.

The Impact Aid survey is available online through ParentVUE. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Here is a link to instructions to access the survey in ParentVUE: https://www.fcps.edu/impact

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held on Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Advanced Academics Program Information

Click HERE to find  AAP parent information slides.  You will also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the referral forms.

Full Time AAP Services referrals for families new to FCPS after January 1, 2024, were due October 15.

All other referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15. 

Subject-Specific and Part-Time Services AAP referrals are open at any time. 

Weekly Family Resource

Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School. 

The Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA) is sponsoring the event. Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Please register in advance.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will be reviewing the character strengths of gratitude. 

Gratitude is the quality of feeling and expressing
thankfulness and appreciation. It is an affirmation that there is goodness in other people and the world and that we have received that goodness. People with the strength of gratitude have a readiness to show appreciation for kindness and also to return kindness. A leading expert, Robert Emmons, calls gratitude a “relationship-strengthening emotion, because it requires us to see how we’ve been supported and affirmed by other people.”

On a group level, gratitude is associated with reciprocity and social stability. Grateful people are more likely than their counterparts to feel a commitment to others and believe in an interconnectedness of the world and its people. When a person does a favor for you, you tend to feel thankful and be motivated to return the favor. Groups that operate with gratitude are usually more cohesive.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue without interruption for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Veterans Day Recognitions
• Resources on IEPs, Financial Aid, Literacy, and Community Leadership
• Teacher Hiring Event

Save the Date ⭐Thanksgiving Lunch⭐

Thursday, November 21

⭐Thanksgiving Break⭐

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29

(No school for students or staff)

⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, December 9

⭐Winter Break⭐

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

(No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟Outstanding Employee Awards

🌟Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch Information

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch Schedule

🌟Green Team NexTrex Challenge

🌟Federal Impact Aid Survey

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Advanced Academics Program Information

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

It is hard to believe, but we are now in the 2nd quarter of the school year! We are so proud of the progress our students have made since the first day of school! We thank you all for your support and collaboration during our first quarter conferences and the beginning of this school year.

We are going paperless for our progress reports this school year. Progress reports are viewable in SIS starting on November 12 at 6:00 a.m. Any family who does not have a ParentVue account will receive a hard copy of the progress report in their child’s Thursday Folder next week.

Starting this week, we will be opening the cafeteria for family members to join their child for lunch. If you are interested in joining your child for a special lunch, please follow the procedures outlined below in Wise Words.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Outstanding Employee Awards

Nominations are open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Shrevewood Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one or more of the categories below, please complete the Shrevewood ES Outstanding Employee Awards Nomination Form.

You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category).

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The Nomination Form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. The eligibility requirements are below:

Outstanding Teacher 

• Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district). Ex: Teacher or Librarian with 3+ years of experience

Outstanding New Teacher

• Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district). Ex: Teacher or Librarian with less than three years of experience

Outstanding New Principal

• Eligibility: Currently works as an elementary, middle, secondary, or high school principal in FCPS and within the first 3 years of their assignment as building principal (in any school/school district).

Outstanding Leader 

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position and location as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee. This does not include the  principal. Ex: Assistant Principal, Director of Student Services

Outstanding Professional Employee 

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location. Ex: School Based Technology Specialist (SBTS), Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), Instructional Coach, Testing Coordinator, Clinicians, Speech Pathologist, After-School Specialist, Resource Teachers, MTSS Coordinator, Assessment Coach or Special Education Department Chair

Outstanding Operational Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location. Ex: Administrative Assistants, Office Assistants, Librarians, Finance Tech, Custodial staff, Food Services staff, Instructional Aids, Public Health Attendant, Public Health Training Attendant, Parent Liaison

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal, [email protected]u. 

Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

Grades K-3: 10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Grades 4-6: 3:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

We invite all veterans and their families to join us for this meaningful event.

We would love to have veterans from our community come to Shrevewood to share their stories and experiences. Your voices are invaluable, and we believe our students can learn so much from your service. If you are interested in speaking, please let us know. If you are unable to attend but would still like to be part of our celebration, we invite you to share pictures of the veterans in your family.

Please send any photos you would like us to include, along with a brief description of your service, by filling out this Google Form or by contacting Kaylin Daniels via email ([email protected]) or Talking Points.

This assembly is a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.

Due to limited space, we can only accommodate veterans and their immediate family at this time.

Thank you for your service, and we hope to see you there!

Thanksgiving Lunch Information Thanksgiving Lunch Schedule Green Team NexTrex Challenge Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through ParentVUE today!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for Federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $4,000,000 in Impact Aid funds. FCPS uses the survey for Impact Aid to identify federally connected students.

The Impact Aid survey is available online through ParentVUE. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Here is a link to instructions to access the survey in ParentVUE: https://www.fcps.edu/impact

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held on Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Advanced Academics Program Information

Click HERE to find  AAP parent information slides.  You will also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the referral forms.

Full Time AAP Services referrals for families new to FCPS after January 1, 2024, were due October 15.

All other referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15. 

Subject-Specific and Part-Time Services AAP referrals are open at any time. 

Weekly Family Resource

Take a look at the Literacy Resources for Families on the FCPS site. This page has resources to help you encourage literacy at home. It also has info to help you partner with your student's teacher and school staff in supporting your student's literacy progress in reading and writing.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will be reviewing the character strengths of integrity, bravery, creativity, and teamwork.  

To practice and encourage these character strengths at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Procedures for Joining Your Child for Lunch

• Enter at Door 1 and report to the Main Office. 
• Using a government issued photo ID, sign-in and receive a visitor sticker. 
• Wear the visitor sticker at all times. 
• Report directly to the cafeteria. 
• Enjoy lunch with your child(ren). 
• Return to the main office to check-out using your visitor sticker. 
• Please don't visit the classroom or recess, so our daily schedule and routines can continue for our students. 
• Please do not bring fast food for lunch. 
• Please do NOT bring any food to share with other children due to safety protocols and allergies.

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Fall Testing Results
• Boundary Review
• National family Engagement Month

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

Save the Date ⭐Veterans Day⭐

Monday, November 11 (No school for students or staff)

⭐Veterans Assembly⭐

Wednesday, November 13

⭐Thanksgiving Lunch⭐

Thursday, November 21

⭐Thanksgiving Break⭐

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29

(No school for students or staff)

⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, December 9

⭐Winter Break⭐

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

(No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟Student Experience Survey

🌟Federal Impact Aid Survey

🌟Parent Volunteers Needed for Green Team

🌟Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch RSVP

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Advanced Academics Program Information

🌟Fall Pictures are Ready!

🌟Weekly Family Resource

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Shrevewood PTA Updates

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

Thank you to the parents who attended our Parent Coffee last Friday. We learned about all of the wonderful things our counselors are doing with your students. We also had time for an open chat to share ideas and ask questions. One idea that came out of our discussion was related to providing additional resources to families. You will notice in this week’s Wise Words that there is a weekly resource section. Each week, we will add a helpful resource to share related to the happenings at Shrevewood. This week, we have included information about the Second Step curriculum which is a program that our counselors use for lessons in classrooms. As we continue to plan for future Parent Coffees, we would love to hear your ideas about topics you would like to discuss. Please fill out this one question Google Form to provide your input.

As a reminder, FCPS will be closed for Diwali, All Saints Day, and Día de los Muertos on Friday, November 1st. Students will also have Monday, November 4th and Tuesday, November 5th, as student holidays. We will be so excited to welcome everyone back to school on Wednesday, November 6th!  Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour this weekend as daylight savings time will end. Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Student Experience Survey

Our school has been selected to participate in a pilot program for the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

A limited number of classes in grades 3-6 will be selected to participate. However, all students in participating grades, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email. We will administer the survey in selected classes on December 3. Any student may take the survey at home if preferred. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out via email if you choose. 

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 five equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan which focus on amplifying student voices and experiences, as we work toward meeting plan goals.

Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through ParentVUE today!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for Federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $4,000,000 in Impact Aid funds. FCPS uses the survey for Impact Aid to identify federally connected students.

The Impact Aid survey is available online through ParentVUE. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Here is a link to instructions to access the survey in ParentVUE: https://www.fcps.edu/impact

Parent Volunteers Needed for Green Team

We are looking for parents to assist Mrs. Done and the Green Team in student-centered initiatives!  Green Teams meet during lunch and recess on Fridays, but there are ways to support outside of the school day as well.  For more information, please contact April Done at [email protected].

Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

Grades K-3: 10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Grades 4-6: 3:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

We invite all veterans and their families to join us for this meaningful event.

We would love to have veterans from our community come to Shrevewood to share their stories and experiences. Your voices are invaluable, and we believe our students can learn so much from your service. If you are interested in speaking, please let us know. If you are unable to attend but would still like to be part of our celebration, we invite you to share pictures of the veterans in your family.

Please send any photos you would like us to include, along with a brief description of your service, by filling out this Google Form or by contacting Kaylin Daniels via email ([email protected]) or Talking Points.

This assembly is a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.

Due to limited space, we can only accommodate veterans and their immediate family at this time.

Thank you for your service, and we hope to see you there!

Thanksgiving Lunch RSVP

We are looking forward to our Thanksgiving Lunch with families at Shrevewood E.S. on Thursday, November 21!

Please RSVP by Thursday, Oct. 31, using this link.

Please RSVP if you would like to attend the Shrevewood Thanksgiving Lunch with your child. Student meals are $3.25, additional meals for any family members attending can be purchased for $4.75. 

Student meals will be charged to student lunch accounts. Please make sure your child has money in their MySchoolBucks lunch account if they are purchasing a student lunch. 

NEW INFO! Parents and students can both use the student's lunch account to pay for lunch in the cafeteria line. Parents will need to make sure there are sufficient funds in their student's MySchoolBucks lunch account to pay for the adult meal(s) and student's meal.

We would like to encourage you to pay for adult lunches using the student's MySchoolBucks account.  This will be the fastest and easiest way to expedite the number of guests expected on this day.  If you are unable to use MySchoolBucks, cash will be accepted, but exact change will be required.  Checks and credit cards will not be accepted.

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held on Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Advanced Academics Program Information

Click HERE to find  AAP parent information slides.  You will also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the referral forms.

Full Time AAP Services referrals for families new to FCPS after January 1, 2024, were due October 15.

All other referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15. 

Subject-Specific and Part-Time Services AAP referrals are open at any time. 

Fall Pictures are Ready!

Don't Forget to Order this Year's School Pictures!

ENJOY 10% OFF your order!

CODE: F202410OFF

EXPIRES: July 31, 2025

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com,or create an account using your child's student ID number.

Families can also log on to order a FREE digital SmileSafe Card.  Learn more about the SmileSafe Program here.

Weekly Family Resource

Each week, we plan to share a resource with our families that ties into our work here at Shrevewood.

For the grade level lessons with students in grades Kindergarten - 3rd grade, our counselors are using the Second Step Elementary digital program. This is a research based social and emotional learning program and more information can be found here at this link for the parent letter.

Translated versions of the letter are also available:

Arabic Parent Letter

Russian Parent Letter

Spanish Parent Letter

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of bravery.  

Bravery refers to voluntary (not coerced) action in the face of a dangerous circumstance. This strength involves judgment; the brave person must have an understanding of the risks and consequences involved in acting. According
to Socrates and Plato, forethought separates acts of valor from acts of rashness. This means that bravery isn’t simply fearlessness, but instead the overcoming of fear.

Bravery can take many forms. Physical bravery involves overcoming fear of bodily injury or death. Moral bravery occurs when an individual does what he/she believes is right in the face of social and/or financial consequences.
Mental bravery occurs when people overcome their everyday fears and anxieties.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Shrevewood PTA Updates Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Calendar Reminders
• Resources for Families 
• Complete Impact Aid Survey

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

Save the Date ⭐Diwali Holiday⭐

Friday, November 1 (No school for students or staff)

⭐School Planning Day⭐

Monday, November 4 (No school for students)

⭐Teacher Workday⭐

Tuesday, November 5 (No school for students)

⭐Veterans Day⭐

Monday, November 11 (No school for students or staff)

⭐Veterans Assembly⭐

Wednesday, November 13

⭐Thanksgiving Lunch⭐

Thursday, November 21

⭐Thanksgiving Break⭐

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29

(No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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🌟Principal’s Message

🌟Fall Picture Retakes

🌟Book Character Day

🌟Parent-Teacher Conferences

🌟Federal Impact Aid Survey

🌟Parent Volunteers Needed for Green Team

🌟Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch RSVP

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Advanced Academics Program Information

🌟Fall Pictures are Ready!

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Shrevewood PTA Updates

🌟Disability History and Awareness Month

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

We are very excited to announce the hiring of our new Office Assistant, Ms. Pilar Quintero Flores. Her official first day is tomorrow, October 25. Pilar is coming to us from Prince William County Public Schools where she worked in various administrative roles in the office of schools. Please help us in welcoming her to our Shrevewood family.

Congratulations to our Positivity Project Student and Staff of the Month winners (pictured above) for the month of September! They were recognized for demonstrating the Teamwork, Perspective, and Other People Mindset.

We hope you will join us for our first Parent Coffee tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. in the Library to hear from our counselors about their role here at Shrevewood!

We wanted to provide you with a few calendar reminders for next week:

• Monday, October 28 is a three-hour early release. A confirmation email was sent to you on October 16th with your dismissal time.
• Thursday, October 31 is a two-hour early release and the last day of the first quarter.
• Friday, November 1, is a holiday for Diwali, Dia de los Muertos, and All Saints Day. All schools and offices will be closed.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Fall Picture Retakes

Friday, October 25, is Fall Picture Retake Day.  Pictures will be taken of those students who were absent on September 13.  If you wish to have your child's picture retaken, please inform your child's teacher and send the original picture package to school with your child on October 25.  He/she will need to provide it to the photographer in order to have his/her picture retaken.

📖Book Character Day - 10/31

Help us celebrate our love for literacy. Students may dress up as their favorite storybook character on October 31st. If you like, bring your favorite book along! Be creative and appropriate for school, but no masks or weapons.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

As we approach the end of the first quarter, teachers will be reaching out to schedule a parent-teacher conference with you. Attending parent–teacher conferences is one way to be involved and help your child succeed. A parent–teacher conference is a great opportunity to:

• discuss your child's progress.
• share your child's strengths and needs.
• work with the teacher to help your child do well in school.

Whether it's your first conversation with the teacher or one of many, we welcome you to meet and share your thoughts with your child’s teacher. Here are a few tips as you plan for your child’s conference.

• Know ahead of time how your child is doing and what you want to discuss.
• Speak to your child and ask if there are any questions or issues that they want you to discuss with the teacher.
• Share a few things about your child with the teacher – interests, strengths- to help the teacher know your child better.
• Even if you know all is well, attending conferences shows your children that you're interested in how they do in school.
• Keep in mind that you and your child’s teacher have the same goal: to help your child succeed in school.

Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through ParentVUE today!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for Federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $4,000,000 in Impact Aid funds. FCPS uses the survey for Impact Aid to identify federally connected students.

The Impact Aid survey is available online through ParentVUE. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Here is a link to instructions to access the survey in ParentVUE: https://www.fcps.edu/impact

Parent Volunteers Needed for Green Team

We are looking for parents to assist Mrs. Done and the Green Team in student-centered initiatives!  Green Teams meet during lunch and recess on Fridays, but there are ways to support outside of the school day as well.  For more information, please contact April Done at [email protected].

Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

Grades K-3: 10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Grades 4-6: 3:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

We invite all veterans and their families to join us for this meaningful event.

We would love to have veterans from our community come to Shrevewood to share their stories and experiences. Your voices are invaluable, and we believe our students can learn so much from your service. If you are interested in speaking, please let us know. If you are unable to attend but would still like to be part of our celebration, we invite you to share pictures of the veterans in your family.

Please send any photos you would like us to include, along with a brief description of your service, by filling out this Google Form or by contacting Kaylin Daniels via email ([email protected]) or Talking Points.

This assembly is a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.

Due to limited space, we can only accommodate veterans and their immediate family at this time.

Thank you for your service, and we hope to see you there!

Thanksgiving Lunch RSVP

We are looking forward to our Thanksgiving Lunch with families at Shrevewood E.S. on Thursday, November 21!

Please RSVP by Friday, 10/31 using this link.

Student meals are $3.25.  Additional meals for any family members attending can be purchased for $4.75.

Student meals will be charged to student accounts. Please make sure your child has money on their MySchoolBucks lunch account. Families can pay for their meal with cash ($4.75) or check (payable to Shrevewood Food Services) on the day of the event. We are not able to charge guest meals to the student account.

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held Monday, October 28, and Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Advanced Academics Program Information

Click HERE to find  AAP parent information slides.  You will also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the referral forms.

Full Time AAP Services referrals for families new to FCPS after January 1, 2024, were due October 15.

All other referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15. 

Subject-Specific and Part-Time Services AAP referrals are open at any time. 

Fall Pictures are Ready!

Don't Forget to Order this Year's School Pictures!

ENJOY 10% OFF your order!

CODE: F202410OFF

EXPIRES: July 31, 2025

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com,or create an account using your child's student ID number.

Families can also log on to order a FREE digital SmileSafe Card.  Learn more about the SmileSafe Program here.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of knowing how words and actions affect others.  

Our words and actions impact our relationships with other people. They have the power to lift
others up or tear them down. Our words and actions also impact ourselves. If I am consistently speaking or acting with an entitled, arrogant, or mean attitude, I’m going to find it tougher to tap into and exemplify the character strengths of gratitude, humility, and kindness.  When a group is comprised of individuals who are thoughtful about their words and actions; individuals who show respect and consideration for the people around them — we’re likely to have a happier and healthier culture.

To practice and encourage this character strength at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Shrevewood PTA Updates

PTA Armchair Fundraiser

The PTA Armchair Fundraising deadline is fast approaching, and a donation of any amount enters you to win super fun prizes for your kiddos such as:

• Being Principal/Assistant Principal for a day
• Getting their name on the marquee
• Appearing on the Morning News Show
• Breakfast and Bingo with Mrs. Vandawalker

Donating also enters YOU in a raffle to win a special Shrevewood Swag Bag (Parents' Version).

If we meet our goal, the students will get to choose Mrs. Vandwalker's costume for Book Character Day on Oct. 31.

Every little bit counts!  View the official Armchair webpage to learn more and donate! 

Disability History and Awareness Month

FCPS recognizes October as Disability History and Awareness Month.  Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities, and the celebration of Disability History and Awareness Month is an opportunity to honor these diverse and important stories. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.

FCPS News

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

• Federal Impact Aid Survey
• Football Players Tackle Literacy
• Tips to Keep Children Safe

Save the Date Fall Picture Retakes⭐

Friday, October 25 (in the morning)

⭐Parent Coffee⭐

Friday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m.

Shrevewood Library

⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, October 28

⭐End of 1st Quarter & 2 Hour Early Release⭐

Thursday, October 31 (Students will be dismissed at 2:05 p.m.)

⭐Diwali Holiday⭐

Friday, November 1 (No school for students or staff)

⭐School Planning Day⭐

Monday, November 4 (No school for students)

⭐Teacher Workday⭐

Tuesday, November 5 (No school for students)

⭐Veterans Day⭐

Monday, November 11 (No school for students or staff)

⭐Veterans Assembly⭐

Wednesday, November 13

⭐Thanksgiving Lunch⭐

Thursday, November 21

⭐Thanksgiving Break⭐

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29

(No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

7525 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Office: 703-645-6600
Attendance: 703-645-6666 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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

🌟Principal’s Message

🌟Digital Citizenship Week

🌟Fall Picture Retakes

🌟Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

🌟Thanksgiving Lunch RSVP

🌟Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

🌟Advanced Academics Program Information

🌟Fall Pictures are Ready!

🌟The Positivity Project

🌟Shrevewood PTA Updates

🌟Disability History and Awareness Month

🌟Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

🌟Attendance

🌟️Schoology/ParentVUE

🌟Student Birthday Policy

🌟School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

🌟FCPS News

🌟Save the Date

Principal's Message

Dear Shrevewood Families,

We are looking forward to welcoming our parents for our Parent Coffee next Friday at 10:00 a.m. in the Library. Our counselors, Ms. Winston and Ms. Schoen, will be joining us to share about their role in the elementary school and to provide information about Second Step, a social-emotional learning program, that they are using in classrooms. You will also have the opportunity to meet and chat with our Assistant Principal, Mr. Reichard, and me about upcoming events, including parent-teacher conferences. As we continue to plan for future Parent Coffees, we would love to hear your ideas about topics you would like to discuss. Please fill out this one question Google Form to provide your input.

This week certainly feels more like fall.  We’re getting excited for Book Character Day on the 31st, field trips for 6th grade, 1st grade, and our Enhanced Autism classes, and our next 3 hour early release Monday on the 28th. Families received an individualized email yesterday to confirm your child/ren’s dismissal plan. Any changes to that plan should be made by emailing Assistant Principal Dan Reichard ([email protected]) no later than Thursday, October 24th.

Sincerely,

Katie Vandawalker, Principal

Dan Reichard, Assistant Principal

Digital Citizenship Week

Digital Citizenship Week is coming to a close!

With the help of our Digital Citizen Superheroes, let’s celebrate the end of Digital Citizenship Week with our Common Sense friends! 

 

Friday, October 18: Awesome Socks Day!

Sock-cessfully Secure Your Digital Footprint:

We leave tracks when we travel online,

So let’s rock awesome socks and wrap up Dig Cit Week feeling fine!

 

💡Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShrevewoodES

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shrevewoodes/

Fall Picture Retakes

Friday, October 25, is Fall Picture Retake Day.  Pictures will be taken of those students who were absent on September 13.  If you wish to have your child's picture retaken, please send the original picture package to school with your child on October 25.  He/she will need to provide it to the photographer in order to have his/her picture retaken.

Veterans Assembly on Wednesday, November 13th

Grades K-3: 10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Grades 4-6: 3:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

We invite all veterans and their families to join us for this meaningful event.

We would love to have veterans from our community come to Shrevewood to share their stories and experiences. Your voices are invaluable, and we believe our students can learn so much from your service. If you are interested in speaking, please let us know. If you are unable to attend but would still like to be part of our celebration, we invite you to share pictures of the veterans in your family.

Please send any photos you would like us to include, along with a brief description of your service, by filling out this Google Form or by contacting Kaylin Daniels via email ([email protected]) or Talking Points.

This assembly is a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.

Due to limited space, we can only accommodate veterans and their immediate family at this time.

Thank you for your service, and we hope to see you there!

Thanksgiving Lunch RSVP

We are looking forward to our Thanksgiving Lunch with families at Shrevewood E.S. on Thursday, November 21!

Please RSVP by Friday, 10/31 using this link.

Student meals are $3.25.  Additional meals for any family members attending can be purchased for $4.75.

Student meals will be charged to student accounts. Please make sure your child has money on their MySchoolBucks lunch account. Families can pay for their meal ($4.75) with cash or check on the day of the event. We are not able to charge guest meals to the student account.

Elementary School Immunization Clinics on Early Release Days

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for elementary students on early release Mondays. All school-required immunizations will be offered free of charge at Health Department clinics by appointment only. 

Schedule your appointment today by calling 703-246-7100. 

Clinics will be held Monday, October 28, and Monday, December 9, 2-7 p.m., at the Annandale District Office, Herndon-Reston District Office, and Joseph Willard Health Center. Learn more about these clinics. 

RESOURCES

FCPS

Immunization Resources

General Registration Immunizations

Preschool Immunizations

FAQs

Our Partners

FCHD and Inova Clinic Schedules

Virginia Department of Health

Advanced Academics Program Information

Click HERE to find  AAP parent information slides.  You will also see the Fall AAP Newsletter and the referral forms.

Full Time AAP Services referrals for families new to FCPS after January 1, 2024, were due October 15.

All other referrals for Full Time AAP Services are due December 15. 

Subject-Specific and Part-Time Services AAP referrals are open at any time. 

Fall Pictures are Ready!

Don't Forget to Order this Year's School Pictures!

ENJOY 10% OFF your order!

CODE: F202410OFF

EXPIRES: July 31, 2025

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com,or create an account using your child's student ID number.

Families can also log on to order a FREE digital SmileSafe Card.  Learn more about the SmileSafe Program here.

The Positivity Project

Next week, our school community will focus on the  the character strength of creativity.  Creative people are able to look at the world in original ways. They are open to new experiences and have an imaginative and independent thought process. They are able to generate different ideas and have the capacity to go after certain ideas they’ve generated with energy and enthusiasm. Creativity is a process that takes courage. Anytime you’re putting your original ideas into the world, you risk being criticized or even ostracized.

Creativity is associated with intrinsic motivation, meaning the process of creation is an end in itself. The work is not accomplished in order to receive an award. Creativity is also correlated with self-actualization, or fulfilling one’s
talents and potential. Those with the strength of creativity have the urge to create, to build something new and original. The act of creation makes them happy.

On a group level, creativity is vital. It helps us solve seemingly impossible problems, create something we never knew we wanted, or simply see the world in a new way.

To practice and encourage creativity at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Shrevewood PTA Updates

PTA Armchair Fundraiser

The PTA Armchair Fundraising deadline is fast approaching, and a donation of any amount enters you to win super fun prizes for your kiddos such as:

• Being Principal/Assistant Principal for a day
• Getting their name on the marquee
• Appearing on the Morning News Show
• Breakfast and Bingo with Mrs. Vandawalker

Donating also enters YOU in a raffle to win a special Shrevewood Swag Bag (Parents' Version).

If we meet our goal, the students will get to choose Mrs. Vandwalker's costume for Book Character Day on Oct. 31.

Every little bit counts!  View the official Armchair webpage to learn more and donate! 

Dining for Dollars

Take the night off and enjoy a meal from Nando's on Oct. 23!  You can order in person, online, or via their app, and 40% of the proceeds will go to our PTA!

Disability History and Awareness Month

 

FCPS recognizes October as Disability History and Awareness Month.  Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities, and the celebration of Disability History and Awareness Month is an opportunity to honor these diverse and important stories. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

The Early Release Mondays planned throughout the school year for elementary schools are essential to allow educators time for planning and professional development.  Students will be dismissed three hours early seven times throughout the school year and are encouraged to return home via their normal route.  However, we understand there may be a childcare hardship because of the early release Mondays for many of our families.  To resolve these concerns, student supervision will be available for families who need it. 

The following dates are planned for Early Release Mondays throughout the school year:

• September 23
• October 28
• December 9 (Changed from November 25)
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Attendance

Our goal is to partner with families to help minimize the number of days students are absent. Getting your student into the habit of daily attendance helps reduce stress and makes it easier to connect with friends and teachers. We understand that each year presents different extenuating circumstances that lead to missed days. However, we hope to increase communication in regards to absences to reduce impact on your child’s well-being. FCPS has created a Health Flyer for Parents indicating when a parent should keep their child home from school. Please review FCPS Attendance Policies and resources to encourage regular school attendance. 

Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents/legal guardians can report up to two consecutive absences through SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE HERE. Families can also report absences by emailing [email protected] or calling 703-645-6666 before 10:00 a.m. each day.

Schoology/ParentVUE

Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system. Here is what you need to know:

You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to log in to Schoology.

• Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to log in to Schoology. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
• Learn more about Schoology
• Schoology Snippets (short videos on how to navigate Schoology)
• The Schoology Parent Resource Kit
• More information for families, including resetting passwords and to request technical support
• Students use their regular FCPS login information to log in. Student resources for Schoology

Student Birthday Policy

As an administrative team and school, we will be recognizing and honoring our students' birthdays monthly. For the safety of all students and staff in our building and to limit the amount of classroom disruptions, please do not send in food or toys for your child's birthday.

School Meals and Free/Reduced Lunch Applications

Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast will be $1.75.  Lunch will be $3.25, milk $0.60.  Money can be added to your child(ren)’s accounts using www.myschoolbucks.com.  You may also write a check to Shrevewood Food Services and deliver it to our Food Services Manager.  During the school year, you can find the menu for breakfast and lunch at https://linqconnect.com/public/menu/ESSF44.

Free and Reduced-Price Status

Students eligible for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive these benefits through the end of September.   A new application must be filled out each new school year.  Forms are available online now: https://www.fcps.edu/frm.  Applications are accepted at any time, but we encourage you to apply or renew your application before the end of September. Call (703) 813-4800 if you need help. This application must be completed for eligible students to receive free meals.  

FCPS News

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

• FCPS Family Orientation
• Community Conversations
• Immunization Clinics

Save the Date ⭐Fall Picture Retakes⭐

Friday, October 25 (in the morning)

⭐Parent Coffee⭐

Friday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m.

Shrevewood Library

⭐3 Hour Early Release⭐

Monday, October 28

⭐End of 1st Quarter & 2 Hour Early Release⭐

Thursday, October 31 (Students will be dismissed at 2:05 p.m.)

⭐Diwali Holiday⭐

Friday, November 1 (No school for students or staff)

⭐School Planning Day⭐

Monday, November 4 (No school for students)

⭐Teacher Workday⭐

Tuesday, November 5 (No school for students)

⭐Veterans Day⭐

Monday, November 11 (No school for students or staff)

⭐Veterans Assembly⭐

Wednesday, November 13

⭐Thanksgiving Lunch⭐

Thursday, November 21

⭐Thanksgiving Break⭐

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29 (No school for students or staff)

Click here for the 2024-2025 FCPS School Calendar

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