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Dear Shrevewood Community,

It's hard to believe that next week is Thanksgiving! This year has certainly been an unusual one with numerous challenges, and yet there is still so much to be thankful for. We are thankful for our wonderful staff whose dedication to our students makes a difference each and every day. We are also thankful for our supportive parent community and outstanding students. In times of challenge it is important to look for the joy, and we have plenty to be joyful about! 

For those of you that sent messages of appreciation this week, it meant a great deal to the staff member who received that message. What a great way to express how THANKFUL you are for a SWES staff member! On behalf of all Shrevewood Elementary Staff, we appreciate you deeply.

Stay safe, healthy, and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Sincerely,

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Return to School Health Commitment Form For students who are returning for in-person learning, all families, must complete the Health Screening Commitment form prior to the first day of when your student will return. 

Please email the Health Commitment Form to KMNaccarato@fcps.edu or drop off to the front office between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Again, we need the form prior to the student’s return to school.

Health Commitment Form- English

Health Commitment Form- Arabic

Health Commitment Form- Chinese

Health Commitment Form- Farsi

Health Commitment Form- Spanish

Health Commitment Form- Urdo

Advanced Academics Important Deadline

Level IV referral forms for FCPS students in grades 2-7 are due electronically by December 1, 2020. The benchmark for the 2nd grade pool using NNAT3 scores has not yet been determined.  You do not need to wait for the pool to be announced.  To ensure your child is screened, submit a referral form. (The pool only applies to 2nd graders).

If your child is in grades 2-6 and you are interested in having him/her screened for Level IV (fulltime AAP) services, a referral must be submitted.  Please visit FCPS website to access the Level IV Referral Form and the Parent Questionnaire or click the links below. Parents may submit the parent questionnaire and up to four one-page digital work samples (videos are not accepted) – these are optional.

Additional information regarding AAP Screening and Identification can be found by visiting the county website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

 

Level IV Referral Form

Parent Questionnaire

 

Send all referrals and questions to April Done, AART, at ardone@fcps.edu.

Shrevewood Donation Drive

As the holidays approach, we are reminded of those in our own community who need a little help this time of year. Please help us spread some Holiday Cheer! The PTA Outreach Committee is hosting a HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE to distribute much-needed household items and gifts to some of the students/families in our Shrevewood Elementary School community. This year, we have 3 different ways to help with this effort:

1. Purchase items from the attached flyer and drop them off (unwrapped) by December 11 to the donation bin at the entrance to the school.

2. Click this link to our Shrevewood Holiday Donation Drive Wish List on amazon.com to purchase items that will ship directly to the school! (Please feel free to share the link on social media to spread the word to friends or family who may be willing/able to contribute!)

3. Make a cash donation via Paypal to shrevewoodptatreas@gmail.com to support this effort. Simply designate "Holiday Donation Drive" in your message, and your contribution will go toward the purchase of items needed to complete the holiday bags for families.

Thank you for your support-we love our Shrevewood students and families. (If you have any questions, please email darlenehowell@gmail.com. )

Shrevewood on Wheels Food Distribution Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Hello Shrevewood Community,

I hope everyone had another great week!  Thank you to those  students and families who joined our virtual author night this past Wednesday!

This evening, there will be a message from FCPS leadership about the FCPS Return to School plan.  In this message they will share the importance of the health conditions and how that may impact/alter the FCPS in person return for students.  Please be sure to carefully read this communication.  We, as a Shrevewood Family, will continue to move forward with excellence as we navigate the return to school. Thank you for all of your support and enjoy the wonderful weather this weekend!

Sincerely,

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Return to School Health Commitment Form For students who are returning for in-person learning, all families, must complete the Health Screening Commitment form prior to the first day of when your student will return. 

Please email the Health Commitment Form to KMNaccarato@fcps.edu or drop off to the front office between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Again, we need the form prior to the student’s return to school.

Health Commitment Form- English

Health Commitment Form- Arabic

Health Commitment Form- Chinese

Health Commitment Form- Farsi

Health Commitment Form- Spanish

Health Commitment Form- Urdo

Virtual Book Fair

Shrevewood will be working with Bookworm Central to host an online bookfair for our community the week of November 16-November 20. Use this link to shop and support our school. Don’t forget to check out the teacher wish lists!

 

Click here to shop!

Shrevewood Spirit Week Nominate an Outstanding Shrevewood Employee

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Shrevewood Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link: Shrevewood Awards 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 the criteria for that category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below.

🌟 Outstanding Teacher  

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

🌟 Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Within their first three years of being a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

🌟 Outstanding Principal

Eligibility: Currently working as an elementary principal. Has begun their fourth year in this position.

 

🌟 Outstanding Leader  

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal):

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

 

🌟 Outstanding Professional Employee  

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school

 

🌟 Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons (regardless of how they are paid)  

 

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 20, 2020.

If you have any questions, please contact Romona Wright at rdwright@fcps.edu.

Advanced Academics Important Deadline

Level IV referral forms for FCPS students in grades 2-7 are due electronically by December 1, 2020. The benchmark for the 2nd grade pool using NNAT3 scores has not yet been determined.  You do not need to wait for the pool to be announced.  To ensure your child is screened, submit a referral form. (The pool only applies to 2nd graders).

If your child is in grades 2-6 and you are interested in having him/her screened for Level IV (fulltime AAP) services, a referral must be submitted.  Please visit FCPS website to access the Level IV Referral Form and the Parent Questionnaire or click the links below. Parents may submit the parent questionnaire and up to four one-page digital work samples (videos are not accepted) – these are optional.

Additional information regarding AAP Screening and Identification can be found by visiting the county website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

 

Level IV Referral Form

Parent Questionnaire

 

If you have any questions, please contact April Done, AART, at ardone@fcps.edu.

Music Mondays

The choral directors at Marshall HS and Kilmer MS are starting a virtual choir activity called Music Mondays.  This opportunity will be available for 5th and 6th grade students to learn music skills, keep kids engaged in music and build friendships and community within the Marshall HS pyramid.  It will begin on Monday, November 30th from 10:00am-10:45am.  Here is a flyer for students and a Google Form permission slip link for students to join. 

 

Please contact Kelli Person, Marshall HS director (kmpierson@fcps.edu)

or Kevin Sapp, Kilmer MS director (kdsapp@fcps.edu)

if you have any other questions!

Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

7525 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Office: 703-645-6600
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Join us tonight as we hear from author, Larry Issa!  Larry is a local, award winning author and we will get to hear from him tonight.  Links to access the sessions and materials are below.  

6:00-6:45 (PreK-2)

Link to access session (open at 5:45)

Character coloring pages (print if wanted)

 

7:00- 7:45 (3-6) 

Link to access session (open at 6:45) 

World Map (print if wanted) 

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Dear Shrevewood Families,

I want to thank everyone for replying to our email from last week to confirm or revise your choices for your child’s educational program (continuing with 100% online or moving to in-person instruction 2 days a week).  It was important to hear from you, even if you maintained your decision from this summer. 

Families who chose the in-person option with children in our Pre-K program and in Kindergarten will receive an email from us Monday, November 9 identifying the days your child will be attending in-person (Tues/Wed or Thurs./Fri). Families who chose the in-person option with children in grades 1 and 2 will receive an email from us Monday, November 16.

 As a reminder, FCPS is planning to bring students back to in-person school on the dates below (all dates subject to change):

Week of Nov. 16    Pre-K & Kindergarten

Week of Nov. 30    1st & 2nd Grades

Week of Jan. 4        3rd-6th Grades

In advance of the return dates, teachers will be provided time to plan for the change.  Starting Monday, November 9 Preschool-Second grade teachers will be planning every Monday. Asynchronous work will be assigned but live lessons will not occur. Additional asynchronous dates are listed below. At this time, grade 3-6 will continue with their same schedules.

Pre-K & Kindergarten

November 9, 12, 13

• All students will be learning asynchronously 
•  Teachers will be planning and setting up classrooms  

1st & 2nd Grades

November 16, 20, 23, 24

• All students will be learning asynchronously 
• Teachers will be planning and setting up classrooms  

 

Thank you for your patience and support!

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Return to School Health Commitment Form For students who are returning for in-person learning, all families, must complete the Health Screening Commitment form prior to the first day of when your student will return. 

Please email the Health Commitment Form to KMNaccarato@fcps.edu or drop off to the front office between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Again, we need the form prior to the student’s return to school.

Health Commitment Form- English

Health Commitment Form- Arabic

Health Commitment Form- Chinese

Health Commitment Form- Farsi

Health Commitment Form- Spanish

Health Commitment Form- Urdo

November 11- Early Release

All students will be released early on November 11th.  Students will not be expected to complete any synchronous or asynchronous work after 11:40 on Wednesday, November 11th. 

Nominate an Outstanding Shrevewood Employee

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Shrevewood Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link: Shrevewood Awards 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 the criteria for that category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below.

🌟 Outstanding Teacher  

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

🌟 Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Within their first three years of being a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

 

🌟 Outstanding Principal

Eligibility: Currently working as an elementary principal. Has begun their fourth year in this position.

 

🌟 Outstanding Leader  

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal):

Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

 

🌟 Outstanding Professional Employee  

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school

 

🌟 Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons (regardless of how they are paid)  

 

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 20, 2020.

If you have any questions, please contact Romona Wright at rdwright@fcps.edu.

Advanced Academics Important Deadline

Level IV Referral Packets for FCPS students in grades 2-7 are due electronically by December 1, 2020. The benchmark for the 2nd grade pool using NNAT scores has not yet been determined. The pool only applies to 2nd graders. If your child is in grade 2 and is not in the pool or your child is in grades 3-6 and you are interested in having him/her screened for Level IV (fulltime AAP) services, a referral must be submitted.  Please visit FCPS website to access the Level IV Referral Form and the Parent Questionnaire or click the links below. Parents may submit up to four one-page digital work samples (videos are not accepted).

 

Level IV Referral Form

Parent Questionnaire

 

If you have any questions, please contact April Done, AART, at ardone@fcps.edu.

Virtual Author Night

Virtual links for Shrevewood's Author Night will be sent out on November 11th. 

Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Tweet of the Week

Hello Shrevewood Families,

We realize that making an updated decision for In-Person Concurrent instruction versus All-Virtual instruction is a difficult one- given the fact that there are still many unknowns about the details. Below you find a link to update your preference for return to school. The link will be closed at the end of the day on November 4. Please know that all information that was shared last night was based on what we knew as of 10/26/20 and is subject to change as conditions change. 

As I have responded to many of you already, the million dollar question we are getting is, “Will my child’s teacher stay the same if we choose _______?” We discussed last night in our Parent Coffee that we want to do our best to make sure that our students stay with their current teachers if we can make that happen. We are all doing the best we can to make decisions based on what is best for our students – while taking into consideration the capacity and health considerations of our teachers and instructional staff.  All of this to say that there is not an easy recipe for this work!  What I can promise you is that we remain committed to knowing, loving and teaching your children.

The slides and the recording of the Parent Coffee are below. One important note is that all of the questions that were submitted prior to the Parent Coffee have been answered at the end of the slides and as well as the questions we did not get to in the chat.

Together and with continued grace and compassion,

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Return to School COHORT 5 Update:  PreK & K return to school on November, 16th as scheduled not November 24th. Recording from Community Coffee from 10/29 

Use this link to listen to our recording. 

Slides from Community Coffee from 10/29 

Use this link to view slides.  
*PreK & K return to school on November, 16th as scheduled not November 24th. 

Family Preference Request 

Use this link to submit your preference request. 

_______________________________________________________________

Grupo 5:   

 Los estudiantes de Pre-K y Kínder comienzan el viernes, 16 de noviembre. 

Grabación de la Junta con el director del 29 octubre

Use this link to listen to our recording. 

Presentación de la Junta

Use this link to view slides. 

Encuesta De Su Preferencia para el Regreso al Colegio

Use this link to submit your preference request. 

Additional Safety Features

Supervisor Dalia Palchik just announced some great news about important safety features that will benefit the Shrevewood Elementary School community and wanted to pass along the details:

 

Story Link: https://bit.ly/31R244a

Twitter Link: https://twitter.com/KarlFrischFCPS/status/1321560570663968770

Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/KarlFrischFCPS/posts/192216959084490

Virtual Author Night Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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

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Tweet of the Week

Hello Shrevewood Families,

We realize that making an updated decision for In-Person Concurrent instruction versus All-Virtual instruction is a difficult one- given the fact that there are still many unknowns about the details. Below you find a link to update your preference for return to school. The link will be closed at the end of the day on November 4. Please know that all information that was shared last night was based on what we knew as of 10/26/20 and is subject to change as conditions change. 

As I have responded to many of you already, the million dollar question we are getting is, “Will my child’s teacher stay the same if we choose _______?” We discussed last night in our Parent Coffee that we want to do our best to make sure that our students stay with their current teachers if we can make that happen. We are all doing the best we can to make decisions based on what is best for our students – while taking into consideration the capacity and health considerations of our teachers and instructional staff.  All of this to say that there is not an easy recipe for this work!  What I can promise you is that we remain committed to knowing, loving and teaching your children.

The slides and the recording of the Parent Coffee are below. One important note is that all of the questions that were submitted prior to the Parent Coffee have been answered at the end of the slides and as well as the questions we did not get to in the chat.

Together and with continued grace and compassion,

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Return to School COHORT 5 FCPS UPDATE: 

PreK & K return to school will be pushed back to start on Tuesday, November 24th.  

Recording from Community Coffee from 10/29 

Use this link to listen to our recording. 

Slides from Community Coffee from 10/29 

Use this link to view slides. 

Family Preference Request 

Use this link to submit your preference request. 

_______________________________________________________________

Actualización del regreso para el Grupo 5:   

Cambio de fecha- los estudiantes de Pre-K y Kínder comienzan el martes, 24 de noviembre 

Grabación de la Junta con el director del 29 octubre

Use this link to listen to our recording. 

Presentación de la Junta

Use this link to view slides. 

Encuesta De Su Preferencia para el Regreso al Colegio

Use this link to submit your preference request. 

Additional Safety Features

Supervisor Dalia Palchik just announced some great news about important safety features that will benefit the Shrevewood Elementary School community and wanted to pass along the details:

 

Story Link: https://bit.ly/31R244a

Twitter Link: https://twitter.com/KarlFrischFCPS/status/1321560570663968770

Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/KarlFrischFCPS/posts/192216959084490

Virtual Author Night Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Parent Coffee Invitation

 Please join us on Thursday, October 29th, from 4-5 pm. for a Principal & Parent Coffee.  During this coffee we will be sharing the most up to date information about FCPS and Shrevewood specific return to school plans. We have stopped  taking questions as of 11 am this morning, any questions submitted after will be transferred to our next parent coffee    Please use this link here to access the coffee on Thursday afternoon.  We look forward to seeing you there!  

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Parent Coffee Invitation

 Please join us on Thursday, October 29th, from 4-5 pm. for a Principal & Parent Coffee.  During this coffee we will be sharing the most up to date information about FCPS and Shrevewood specific return to school plans. In order to best honor your time, please submit all questions on this link that you hope to be discussed prior to Thursday.  Please use this link here to access the coffee on Thursday afternoon.  We look forward to seeing you there.  

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Hello Shrevewood Families,

This week our PTA purchased jackets for our amazing custodial crew. Our custodians have been working tirelessly to make sure our building is ready for our small cohort of students transitioning into the building next week. Thank you to the PTA for collaborating with us to help our custodians feel appreciated!

We are thrilled to welcome our first cohort of students back to the building starting on Monday, October 26. For more information about the Phased In Plan for Return to School, please follow this link to the School Board presentation made on Thursday, October 15. Here is the link to the recording of Dr. Brabrand’s Town Hall held on Monday, October 19 with a focus on the Return to School.  As information develops, I will be sure to share the Shrevewood specific updates with the our community. 

Sincerely,

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Early Release Day- 10/30

Friday October 30 is an early release day! Students will complete synchronous instruction until 11:40. Students are not required to work asynchronously after 11:40.

Forms Needed for Every Student

If you have not already done so, please complete the following FCPS forms that we need for all students. Forms can be completed electronically and submitted scanned and emailed to  ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu, or drop it by the front office between 9-3. 

• Emergency Care Form 
• Health Information Form 
• Homeless Student Referral Form 
• Identification of Military Families 
• Students Right and Responsibility Form
• FLE Opt Out 
• Parent consent for digital tools  
• Opt out booklet

Health Information and Emergency Care Forms

The Health Information Form and the Emergency Care Information form  provide valuable information regarding student health conditions. These forms are critical in the early identification of students who may need healthcare support in the educational environment. Along with the development of Healthcare Plans and Action Plans, the Public Health Nurses utilize the information contained to develop teaching strategies for FCPS staff in order to meet the requirements of Regulation 2104 Health Services-School Health Related Needs.

SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form

Parents and guardians, please review the Student Rights and Responsibilities and related resources at www.fcps.edu/srr. After reviewing the information, fill out the SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form using this link we have provided.  The form must be filled out one time per student.Printed copies of the Family Guide as well as the translated version of the document will not be available until October.

As the school year begins virtually, it is important to remember these forms are required for all students for SY 20-21 and are available for electronic submission by parents via their FCPS 24/7 (Blackboard) accounts within the weCare@school (weCare) module.

Advanced Academics

Shrevewood hosted a Virtual Information Night about Advanced Academics on Monday evening.  Click on the link to listen to the presentation!  AAP Parent Information Night. 

 

Click here to find the Level IV referral form and Parent Questionnaire for Level IV Full-time AAP Services (Spring Screening).  Referral forms are due via email to ardone@fcps.edu by midnight on December 1, 2020.

SWES- Trick or Treat Trivia

Join the Shrevewood PTA and Baroody Camps for a fun, interactive online trivia night for each grade! All of the questions will be all about candy, costumes, and other Halloween-themed topics. Everyone is welcome to participate - Special Education will join the night of their grade level. Links to join online sessions will be provided before the event. And, while costumes are optional, they're certainly encouraged!

Each trivia session will be grade-specific. Mark your calendars and join in with your classmates per the schedule below:

• Monday October 26th: 1st grade (6-7pm), 6th grade (7:30-8:30pm)
• Tuesday October 27th: 2nd grade (6-7pm), 5th grade (7:30-8:30pm)
• Wednesday October 28th: 3rd grade (6-7pm), 4th grade (7:30-8:30pm)
• Thursday October 29th: Kindergarten (6-7pm)

Digital Progress Reports

The “Go Paperless” option is now available to all ES parents to allow them to only receive online progress reports starting the first quarter of SY 20/21. This will not impact any other mailings from FCPS other than the progress reports for ES students and report cards for secondary students. To take advantage of the paperless options, parents and/or guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, then go to “My Account” and select "Go Paperless" All parents and/or guardians who live with the student and share the same address must have a SIS ParentVUE account and must select the paperless option to prevent mailing of the printed progress reports. The “Go Paperless” option will apply to all their associated students, no matter what school level. If the associated parent and/or guardian has already selected “Go Paperless” for their secondary student, the option will now apply to any ES siblings as well.

Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home: A Behavioral Support Series for Families

                         Thursdays, October  2020 - April 2021                                 10:00 a.m  – 11:30 a.m.
and
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

In collaboration with FCPS Behavior Intervention Services, the PRC brings you this series of webinars. This series will provide families with strategies and positive supports to help encourage social, emotional, and behavioral growth. For more information about each session visit: https://bit.ly/3hahky7

• Thursday, October 22, 2020: Challenging Behaviors: Prevention Strategies and Teaching Self-Control
• Thursday, November 19, 2020: Challenging Behaviors: ABCs of Behavior & How to Respond
• Thursday, December 17, 2020: All Behavior Happens for a Reason: Behavior as Communication
• Thursday, January 21, 2021: Strategies for Increasing Replacement Behaviors
• Thursday, February 18, 2021: Teaching your Child to Follow Directions
• Thursday, March 18, 2021: Effectively Communicating with Your Child
• Thursday,  April 22, 2021: Minimizing Prompts and Maximizing Your Child’s Independence Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home: A Behavioral Support Series for Families Register online NOW: https://bit.ly/3hahky7

Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

The PTA is happy to help the Shrevewood community connect via our online directory, which is powered by AtoZ Connect. The directory makes it easy to connect with other Shrevewood families and Shrevewood staff. To ensure we have the most up-to-date information for your family, please check your inbox and spam folder for an email with the subject line, “Verify your directory information,” and follow the directions provided there. If you have not received an email, please contact our directory chair, Lara Fabiano at Shrevewooddirectory@gmail.com, and she will assist you. Thank you!

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AAP Parent Night

Please use this link to access our Virtual Parent Information Night.  We look forward to seeing you at 6:00 tonight!

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#TweetoftheWeek! Message From Administration

Hello Shrevewood Family,

We hope everyone had another wonderful week! Our Shrevewood students and teachers continue to remain committed to distance learning and we couldn't be more proud of our efforts as a school community.  As you may have heard, some small cohorts of students are beginning to return to schools in person. Our enhanced autism program and ESOL level 1 students will be the first cohort of students who will start back in the building the week of October 26.  The School Board and FCPS Leadership team will continue to develop plans for our other cohorts of students. Once those details have been finalized and approved, we will share that information with our Shrevewood community. In the meantime, we will continue to provide an engaging online learning experience for our students.  

We appreciate your ongoing support of your children and Shrevewood Elementary School.  As always, please don't hesitate to contact Ms. Holley or me with any questions or concerns you may have. 

Have a wonderful weekend! 

Mr. DeSmyter and Ms. Holley

Monday, October 19 Update

On Monday October 19 all students will work asynchronously. SWES teachers are required to complete a county professional development and will be planning in the morning. All students should log into Google Classroom to access their asynchronous learning for the day.  All virtual instruction will continue as normal on Tuesday.  

Forms Needed for Every Student

If you have not already done so, please complete the following FCPS forms that we need for all students. Forms can be completed electronically and submitted scanned and emailed to  ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu, or drop it by the front office between 9-3. 

• Emergency Care Form 
• Health Information Form 
• Homeless Student Referral Form 
• Identification of Military Families 
• Students Right and Responsibility Form
• FLE Opt Out 
• Parent consent for digital tools  
• Opt out booklet

Health Information and Emergency Care Forms

The Health Information Form and the Emergency Care Information form  provide valuable information regarding student health conditions. These forms are critical in the early identification of students who may need healthcare support in the educational environment. Along with the development of Healthcare Plans and Action Plans, the Public Health Nurses utilize the information contained to develop teaching strategies for FCPS staff in order to meet the requirements of Regulation 2104 Health Services-School Health Related Needs.

SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form

Parents and guardians, please review the Student Rights and Responsibilities and related resources at www.fcps.edu/srr. After reviewing the information, fill out the SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form using this link we have provided.  The form must be filled out one time per student.Printed copies of the Family Guide as well as the translated version of the document will not be available until October.

As the school year begins virtually, it is important to remember these forms are required for all students for SY 20-21 and are available for electronic submission by parents via their FCPS 24/7 (Blackboard) accounts within the weCare@school (weCare) module.

AAP Virtual Information Night Advanced Academics

AAP Services are in full swing!  Everyone is receiving challenge with Critical and Creative Thinking strategy lessons and rigorous experiences through level I services.  Level II services are being provided in math and or language arts through small groups and modified assignments for eligible students.  Students that are eligible for level III services are meeting with Mrs. Done once a week during Specialized Instruction while also receiving differentiated instruction in the classroom.   It is an exciting year for all students to participate in the AAP program! 

Dining for Dollars

Dining for Dollars is back at Ledo Pizza Tuesday, October 20th and Wednesday, October 21st from 5pm-9pm. Take either, or both, nights off from cooking and grab dinner from Ledo Pizza in Falls Church. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Shrevewood PTA.

Breaks for Students During the Day

We know that the virtual school days are long, and students are building their online stamina. Teachers are working to provide students with screen breaks and movement breaks throughout the day, in addition to their asynchronous time and lunch/recess. Here are a few ideas about how your child could use these break times. We will provide more ideas and resources in future Terragrams!

• Set a timer! Or, be sure you can hear your computer if your teacher has already set a timer (especially if your break is during a class).
• Move! Get away from the computer screen (or any screen) and use the break time to move your body.
• Get outside! If you can, try an outdoor activity.
• Brain break! Try an off-screen activity to refocus and re-energize.

Move!

Get outside!

Brain break!

ABC’s of Body Breaks

Take a fall nature walk. Walk outside for 10-15 minutes. How many different color leaves can you find and collect?

Find a deck of cards. Sort the cards into a pattern

OR

Create a new card game to share with your family.

Listen to a favorite song or two. Have a dance party!

Grab your lunch, a book, and a blanket. Find a spot to eat lunch & enjoy some outdoor reading time.

Act of kindness: See if you can help someone with a job they need done.

Visit GoNoodle and choose 3 (or more) of your favorite videos to get moving!

Race… but try not to run! Instead, choose a different type of walk like skipping or a crab walk!

Do an arts and crafts project with materials you have around you. What can you create?

Critical and Creative Thinking Strategies Digital Progress Reports

The “Go Paperless” option is now available to all ES parents to allow them to only receive online progress reports starting the first quarter of SY 20/21. This will not impact any other mailings from FCPS other than the progress reports for ES students and report cards for secondary students. To take advantage of the paperless options, parents and/or guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, then go to “My Account” and select "Go Paperless" All parents and/or guardians who live with the student and share the same address must have a SIS ParentVUE account and must select the paperless option to prevent mailing of the printed progress reports. The “Go Paperless” option will apply to all their associated students, no matter what school level. If the associated parent and/or guardian has already selected “Go Paperless” for their secondary student, the option will now apply to any ES siblings as well.

PTA: A to Z Connect

The PTA is happy to help the Shrevewood community connect via our online directory, which is powered by AtoZ Connect. The directory makes it easy to connect with other Shrevewood families and Shrevewood staff. To ensure we have the most up-to-date information for your family, please check your inbox and spam folder for an email with the subject line, “Verify your directory information,” and follow the directions provided there. If you have not received an email, please contact our directory chair, Lara Fabiano at Shrevewooddirectory@gmail.com, and she will assist you. Thank you!

Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home: A Behavioral Support Series for Families

                         Thursdays, October  2020 - April 2021                                 10:00 a.m  – 11:30 a.m.
and
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

In collaboration with FCPS Behavior Intervention Services, the PRC brings you this series of webinars. This series will provide families with strategies and positive supports to help encourage social, emotional, and behavioral growth. For more information about each session visit: https://bit.ly/3hahky7

• Thursday, October 22, 2020: Challenging Behaviors: Prevention Strategies and Teaching Self-Control
• Thursday, November 19, 2020: Challenging Behaviors: ABCs of Behavior & How to Respond
• Thursday, December 17, 2020: All Behavior Happens for a Reason: Behavior as Communication
• Thursday, January 21, 2021: Strategies for Increasing Replacement Behaviors
• Thursday, February 18, 2021: Teaching your Child to Follow Directions
• Thursday, March 18, 2021: Effectively Communicating with Your Child
• Thursday,  April 22, 2021: Minimizing Prompts and Maximizing Your Child’s Independence Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home: A Behavioral Support Series for Families Register online NOW: https://bit.ly/3hahky7

Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Assistance from a Distance

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

FCPS Food Resources

FCPS Mental Health

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Message From Administration

Dear Shrevewood Community,

Thank you for all of your patience and grace as we have begun the school year with a strong virtual start. We have had excellent “attendance” … many days, 95-100% of our 735 students are online! We have had many questions from parents/caregivers wondering how they (and older siblings) can support their child during virtual learning. Every few weeks, we will compile a few tips and suggestions that we hope you will find helpful.

At this point in the year, teachers have established routines and positive learning communities. We will now be teaching more content and engaging students in more academic rigor. We very much appreciate your support from home and think these tips will help you and your child.

Tip #1: Encourage independence- In order for your child’s teacher to know what he/she knows and needs, we need to know that he/she is attempting the work independently.
Tip #2: Please allow children to make mistakes- This is how our brains grow! If older siblings or parents are giving students the right answers all the time, children’s brains aren’t growing!
Tip #3: Independence now translates to independence when we return- Teachers are working to create virtual classrooms that will allow for students to be successful when they return and we know how important it is for students to learn to try things on their own in a classroom setting.

We also ask that you communicate with your child’s teacher via email or the class communication tool that is used – not in the chat during class time. Please know he/she will respond to your requests and questions as soon as they can within 24-48 hours. Our teachers need your continued grace and compassion so they can do the very best job for your children…and we promise to give you our grace and compassion as you work to navigate virtual schooling from home.

Thank you for your support and kindness.

Remember at Shrevewood we are about Family, Excellence and Relationships!

Joshua DeSmyter and Tylea Holley

P.S. Thank you to all of you who have sent our teachers positive notes and emails over the last few weeks. You have NO IDEA how much those notes and words mean and they are often exactly what the teacher needs to get through the day!

Grab and Go Meals at SWES Free and Reduced-Price Meals

If you submitted an application for Free or Reduced-Price Meals last school year for your child(ren), please remember to submit a new application for this school year. The current eligibility status will expire on October 20, 2020.

 

Apply for free and reduced-price meals by visiting www.MySchoolApps.com. Eligibility may also provide your child(ren) other important benefits. Be sure your child(ren) are approved for the 20-21 school year. 

 

The online application is available in the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, Tagalog, French, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean. Paper applications are available to complete and submit in English upon request at FCPS food distribution sites. 

PTA Meeting

Join us for our next PTA Meeting October 13th @ 7PM via Zoom (link available on meeting day). The Shrevewood Student Services team (school psychologist, counselors, and social worker) will join us. They will introduce themselves and talk about how they support all students and how they can support your family and child.

AAP Virtual Information Night Dining for Dollars

Dining for Dollars is back at Ledo Pizza Tuesday, October 20th and Wednesday, October 21st from 5pm-9pm. Take either, or both, nights off from cooking and grab dinner from Ledo Pizza in Falls Church. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Shrevewood PTA.

Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

Attendance

 

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Message From Administration

Dear Shrevewood Families,

It was great to see so many parents join us for our first PTA meeting September 15.  We have always appreciated our partnership with our families and during this unusual time, we welcome the opportunity to continue our work as a community.  Please consider supporting our PTA - they do so much for our students, staff and school!

Have you had a chance to explore our virtual learning resources on our Shrevewood web page?  If you go to this link, you will find web resources, technology support and a great collection of student counseling and wellness resources put together by our Student Services Team (Mr. Boster, Mrs. McKinley, Zamir Bridgman, and Sarah Delia).  I highly recommend you check out the Virtual Calming Room, with a wide range of activities to help students of all ages with calming strategies.  

Last week, Dr. Brabrand met with the School Board regarding the Return to School plan.  The Board approved a motion in support of the Superintendent’s Operational Level 2 plan to bring in small cohorts of students in October for in-person instruction.  Get more information about the Return to School plan.

Have a great weekend!

 

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

 

FCPS Superintendent Presents Phased Return to School Plan

Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Scott S. Brabrand presented a plan to the Fairfax County School Board to begin in-person instruction in a phased plan for small groups—or cohorts—of students who are likely to experience the greatest challenges with distance learning.  

The cohorts include select special education programs, English language learners and newcomers, and select career and technical education courses. The Board approved a motion in support of the Superintendent’s Operational Level 2 plan to bring in small cohorts of students in October for in-person instruction.

Get more information about the Return to School plan.

Shrevewood on Wheels Advanced Academics

Please read the Fall Newsletter from the Advanced Academics Office.  Use the link to access the newsletter including translations for Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese. 

Below is a reminder for our upcoming AAP Parent Information Session.  You can also learn about one of the Critical and Creative Thinking Strategies that many of our SWES students are using.  The strategy is called Visualization!

Thank you for partnering together!

April Done, Advanced Academics Resource Teacher

ardone@fcps.edu

AAP Virtual Information Night Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

Attendance

This is a reminder to please notify us if your child will be absent or late for their first synchronous session which begins Monday-Friday at 9:20 a.m.  If your child needs to participate in their academic day asynchronously please contact the school and provide the reason.  Asynchronous participation will require principal approval to count towards attendance.  We will have a “call-out” for any students who were absent and marked as unverified for the reason for absence at the end of the school day at approximately, 4 p.m. If you receive that call please contact our office the next day. 

Here is how you may report your child’s absence, including tardies, and asynchronous participation:

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Message From Administration

Dear Shrevewood Families,

As we end our third week together, our teachers are giving their all to provide instruction and monitor student engagement.  Your words of gratitude mean the world to our staff as they work harder than ever.  The love and care for our students is evident and I hope you are seeing it shine through in your home as well.  We know that on your end, you are working as hard as our partners in education and we appreciate you!

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Student's Rights & Responsibilities

Each year FCPS requires each family to review the current Student's Rights & Responsibility Handbook.  This year, there have been significant updates for our virtual learning environment.  Please take time to review the related resources and complete the Parent/Student Form.

Shrevewood on Wheels Shrevewood Spirit Wear

Even though we aren't in school, let's show we are SHREVEWOOD STRONG from home! Spirit Wear is on sale now! Head to the PTA STORE and check out all the great options: masks, socks, sweatshirts, and even lawn signs to show your Shrevewood Spirit while we are away from the building. You can also view them in this Spirit Wear flyer. All orders are due by September 27th.

NOTE: Spirit Wear will need to be PICKED UP this year (we will provide all information and multiple dates once orders are placed and we have delivery estimates). 

Advanced Academics

Fairfax County Public Schools offers a Full-time Advanced Academic Program (Level IV) for students in grades 3 – 8 that focuses on academic depth and complexity in the four core content areas. Eligibility for Level IV services is determined through a selection committee at the central office level. 

The Level IV referral deadline for new FCPS families with children in grades 3 – 8 is Thursday, October 8, 2020. Please visit the FCPS Advanced Academic Programs site for more information or contact Mrs. Done, Shrevewood’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher to answer any questions you may have.  The deadline for all other families is Tuesday, December 1, 2020.

Advanced Academics Information Night

Shrevewood will hold another Advanced Academics Parent Information Session on October 19, 2020 (6 - 7 pm) with our Advanced Academics Resource teacher, Mrs.April Done.  Here is the recording from our first Shrevewood AAP Parent Session AAP Parent Info Meeting 09.21.20 This recording provides a representation of what AAP looks like at SWES! 

The following videos, AAP Overview and AAP Screening and Identification, are recommended for families to watch prior to attending the October 19 meeting. These videos will provide you with information about the Advanced Academics program in Fairfax County. You will also learn about the Level IV referral process and testing and identification timelines. During the live meeting, families will be given the opportunity to learn more about AAP services at Shrevewood, ask clarifying questions, and request more information about topics covered in the video.  

Please view the following videos before you attend the meeting.

• AAP Overview Video | La sinopsis de los servicios del Programa Académico Avanzado
• AAP Screening and Identification Video | Evaluación e identificación para los servicios AAP Nivel

The Google Meet link will be emailed to the SWES community on Monday, October 19, 2020. 

If you have questions, please contact April Done, ardone@fcps.edu .

Band & Strings

Band and Strings instrument pick up at Shrevewood Elementary School on Monday, September 28th between 4:00 - 6:00 pm. You would have received an email if this is for you. 

During your pick-up, you will:

• Complete your instrument rental contract – both parent and student must sign this
• Pay your rental fee – cash or check payable to Shrevewood Elementary School
• Receive your instrument

It is not too late to sign up for band and strings. 

Band sign up: https://forms.gle/fHZymTyqAfnkJvur5

Strings sign up: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tCj_-qq5njwGcvU4zNiXTii0ZcOjp3e7ZKG5lrT0ieY/present  

Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

Attendance

This is a reminder to please notify us if your child will be absent or late for their first synchronous session which begins Monday-Friday at 9:20 a.m.  If your child needs to participate in their academic day asynchronously please contact the school and provide the reason.  Asynchronous participation will require principal approval to count towards attendance.  We will have a “call-out” for any students who were absent and marked as unverified for the reason for absence at the end of the school day at approximately, 4 p.m. If you receive that call please contact our office the next day. 

Here is how you may report your child’s absence, including tardies, and asynchronous participation:

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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Shrevewood Spirit Wear is ON SALE NOW ---but will be gone on Monday, September 28! This year, it is even more important for us to show our school spirit while we are apart. Get your child a Royal Blue "Shrevewood Strong" shirt so they can show their school spirit in virtual learning!

How about a yard sign so you can show your Shrevewood Pride to all your neighbors and maybe make a new connection? Or a cozy hooded sweatshirt to wear on these crisp fall mornings! And of course we have Shrevewood Owls on cool blue masks! Your purchase also supports your PTA. Head to the Shrevewood PTA Online Store now and make your purchase! Let's all show our spirit! Thank you in advance for your support.

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AAP Information Night Reminder

 

Please use this link to access the meeting this evening. We look forward to seeing everyone later. https://meet.google.com/mzj-yxnj-vzg

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Message From Administration

Dear Shrevewood Families,

Thanks to your partnership with us, we had a wonderful second week of school.  Seeing your children's faces brought us so much joy!  As we begin our learning journey this school year, we know your children will be building stamina as the days and weeks progress. Our teachers are too.  Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions along the way.

We had great participation in our Back to School Night.  The recordings have been posted and sent out if you were unable to participate.  My main message at Back to School Night is to 'Maximize the Moment' this year with every child and situation!

Have a great week!

Joshua DeSmyter

Principal

Parent Digital Consent Form

Parents, to ensure that all students have success with our students this Fall, please explore these FCPS Parent Resources Digital Resources  and submit this Parent Consent form. Please submit this form by Tuesday, September 15th for each child at Shrevewood! 

Student's Rights & Responsibilities

Each year FCPS requires each family to review the current Student's Rights & Responsibility Handbook.  This year, there have been significant updates for our virtual learning environment.  Please take time to review the related resources and complete the Parent/Student Form.

Monday's at Shrevewood

Each Monday at SWES students will log in at 9:20. All students will receive small group instruction from their teacher, and may receive additional services from our special education, ESOL, or Advanced Academics team. After students have completed their small groups for the day, they should work asynchronously.  Student's school day will end at 12:20. 

Room Parents

As we all adjust to virtual learning and being apart, the PTA is working hard to have room parents in place in each classroom to help families stay connected to school and each other. Thank you to all the parents who have volunteered so far! We are so close to having room parents in place for all of our classes! The following classes still need room parents: 

Park-1st

Strickland-1st

Hearin-3rd

Acar-3rd

Tucker-3rd

Aleksejczyk-4th

If you are able to volunteer please email shrevewoodroomparents@gmail.com! Our room parent coordinator, Kym Falkler, will be a helpful resource this year and can assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
Thanks in advance for stepping up! 

Shrevewood Spirit Wear

Even though we aren't in school, let's show we are SHREVEWOOD STRONG from home! Spirit Wear is on sale now! Head to the PTA STORE and check out all the great options: masks, socks, sweatshirts, and even lawn signs to show your Shrevewood Spirit while we are away from the building. You can also view them in this Spirit Wear flyer. All orders are due by September 27th.

NOTE: Spirit Wear will need to be PICKED UP this year (we will provide all information and multiple dates once orders are placed and we have delivery estimates). 

Digital Progress Reports

The “Go Paperless” option is now available to all ES parents to allow them to only receive online progress reports starting the first quarter of SY 20/21. This will not impact any other mailings from FCPS other than the progress reports for ES students and report cards for secondary students. To take advantage of the paperless options, parents and/or guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, then go to “My Account” and select "Go Paperless" All parents and/or guardians who live with the student and share the same address must have a SIS ParentVUE account and must select the paperless option to prevent mailing of the printed progress reports. The “Go Paperless” option will apply to all their associated students, no matter what school level. If the associated parent and/or guardian has already selected “Go Paperless” for their secondary student, the option will now apply to any ES siblings as well.

Advanced Academics Family Resources

 Parent Technology Help Desk 
833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS) 

Parent and Student Technology Support Portal 

Shrevewood Virtual Learning Webpage  

FCPS Parent Resource Center 

FCPS Return to School

Attendance

This is a reminder to please notify us if your child will be absent or late for their first synchronous session which begins Monday-Friday at 9:20 a.m.  If your child needs to participate in their academic day asynchronously please contact the school and provide the reason.  Asynchronous participation will require principal approval to count towards attendance.  We will have a “call-out” for any students who were absent and marked as unverified for the reason for absence at the end of the school day at approximately, 4 p.m. If you receive that call please contact our office the next day. 

Here is how you may report your child’s absence, including tardies, and asynchronous participation:

Attendance Line | 703-645-6666

Main Office | 703-645-6600

ShrevewoodElem.Attendance@fcps.edu

Or the online attendance form:

https://shrevewoodes.fcps.edu/attendance-form

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