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🎶Mosaic Elementary Winter Concert 

Who: 6th Grade Band, 5th and 6th Grade Strings, 5th and 6th Grade Chorus

When: Monday, December 16th at Oakton High School (Auditorium)

Report time for students is 5:45 p.m.

Concert start time is 6:30 p.m.

Concert dress for performance is as follows:
All-white sleeved shirt/blouse
Black bottoms (pants, slacks, or appropriate length skirt)
Black socks, black shoes (no heels)

* Families who have difficulty obtaining concert attire above, please reach out to Mr. James or Mr. Stansbery. The school has some clothes that can be provided.

❗Family Life Education (FLE) Update

The 4th-6th Grade Human Growth & Development (HGD) portion of Family Life Education (FLE) instruction will NOT be taking place the week of Dec 16-20 as originally advertised. Due to so many things happening that week, it will be rescheduled sometime during the 3rd quarter, and parents will be informed of the dates beforehand. 

📍Boundary Review Community Meeting

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 Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m., at Madison 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.

 

Join the Oakton High School Band on Saturday, December 14th for an afternoon of music, baked goods, crafts, and more! Performances are at 12:30 and 2:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.oaktonbands.org/events

🫶Care Kits for Ronald McDonald House Families

As a school we will be collecting items to put together “care kits” for families while their sick child is in the hospital. These are ways for families to grab a quick snack, drink, or fun way to pass the time while they are heading out the door to the hospital. Care Kits will be assembled by SCA students but we are relying on donations from all families at Mosaic. Items and info can be found in the flyer below. Donations can be dropped off in the Main Office/SACC lobby and are due by December 18th.

♻️Pop Tab Collection

We will be collecting pop tabs/pull tabs like we did last year for the Ronald McDonald House Charity. RMHC gets money for recycling pop tabs and uses that money to help offset costs for families to stay nearby while their children are receiving long-term care. Pop tabs are due by December 20th. 

📝Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

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 Kate Duffy ([email protected]) no later than December 15, 2024. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

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

📰What's Happening at Mosaic?

 

Check out the latest blog feature on our website, Mosaic Elementary School Celebrates the Opening of Our New Wing!

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🗓️Upcoming Events

December 16 - Chorus, Band, and Strings Concert at Oakton HS, 6:30 p.m.

December 23 - January 2 - Winter Break (Student Holiday)

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So proud of our Mustangs leading a fundraiser to help the homeless by raising money for The Lamb Center.

🫶Care Kits for Ronald McDonald House Families

As a school we will be collecting items to put together “care kits” for families while their sick child is in the hospital. These are ways for families to grab a quick snack, drink, or fun way to pass the time while they are heading out the door to the hospital. Care Kits will be assembled by SCA students but we are relying on donations from all families at Mosaic. Items and info can be found in the flyer below. Donations can be dropped off in the SACC lobby and are due by December 18th.

♻️Pop Tab Collection

We will be collecting pop tabs/pull tabs like we did last year for the Ronald McDonald House Charity. RMHC gets money for recycling pop tabs and uses that money to help offset costs for families to stay nearby while their children are receiving long- term care. Pop tabs are due by December 20th. 

📝Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

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 Kate Duffy ([email protected]) no later than December 15, 2024. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

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

❄️Winter Class Registration 

Registration for Fairfax County Park Authority's winter classes is now open. All information can be found in the latest edition of the Parktakes Magazine.

Need assistance? Our Family Liaison, Ana Trevino ([email protected]), is happy to help!

📰What's Happening at Mosaic?

 

Check out the latest blog features on our website, including:

• Our 6th Grade Chorus performance at the National Blue Ribbon Ceremony
• Mosaic's Veterans Day Assembly - the first assembly in our new gym!

And don't forget to:

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🗓️Upcoming Events

December 9 - Three-Hour Early Release 

December 16 - Chorus, Band, and Strings Concert at Oakton HS, 6:30 p.m.

December 23 - January 2 - Winter Break (Student Holiday)

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🏗️Renovation Phase 1 Complete!

We’re thrilled to announce that the first phase of our school renovation is officially complete! Students and teachers have moved into beautiful new classrooms and spaces in our new wing. Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and most of 4th grade are now settled into their new rooms. Our Art, Music, PE, and Library specialists have also moved into new, spacious upgraded areas!

We had a great visit from School Board member Karl Frisch and Delegate David Bulova. They toured the new wing and loved seeing  the new space, our amazing teachers, and our fantastic kids. We appreciate their support and have so much to be proud of at Mosaic.

Thank you for your continued support as we grow! We can’t wait to see all the amazing things that will happen in these new spaces.

📸Picture Day Makeups - RESCHEDULED

The makeup school photos originally scheduled for November 13 have been cancelled and rescheduled for Tuesday, November 19.

🎶Mosaic Chorus Members Perform at National Blue Ribbon Ceremony

 

On Friday, November 8, 25 of our 6th graders represented the state of Virginia by performing at the National Blue Ribbon Ceremony, headlined by US Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona. Dr. Cardona was introduced by one of our students!

Huge thank you to our music teachers, Mr. James, Mr. Stansbery, and Ms. Kim, for all your work preparing our chorus members for this prestigious honor!

🗳️ Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to complete a Federal Impact Aid Survey as soon as possible. The form is available in ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in).

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

📝IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair

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 event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). 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. Register in advance.

📍 Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month

 

As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.

Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

The Region 1 meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 18 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Madison High School cafeteria. 

📒Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

📰What's Happening at Mosaic?

 

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🗓️Upcoming Events

November 19 - Makeup Picture Day (Rescheduled from 11/13)

November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break (Student Holiday)

December 9 - Three-Hour Early Release (parent survey to be sent out soon)

December 23 - January 2 - Winter Break (Student Holiday)

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Thank you to all the families who attended Literacy Night and the staff volunteers who made it a fantastic and fun event!

🏫Exciting News

We’ve already begun our move into the new wing of the building! Phase 1 of our 2 year remodel is almost complete! Headstart, Kindergarten, 1st , 2nd and some 4th grade classes will move to the new wing into brand new classrooms so that the old building can be renovated. All students will enjoy the benefits of new art rooms, a new giant gym, bigger music rooms and a fantastic new playground. The newly renovated library will be open in several weeks. We ask for your continued patience and grace as teachers move their classrooms with the least amount of disruption to students. Our goal is to occupy the new wing on November 6th. We’ll also make plans for parents to see our new great space in December. Phase 2 construction means moving the front office as well as using SACC for the main entrance…more to come on those changes. It’s so exciting!

 

Mahri Aste, Ed. D.

Principal

Mosaic Elementary

📣Spirit Week (October 28-31)

 

We will finish out the last week of October with a fun Spirit Week to celebrate the end of Quarter 1! 

Monday, October 28 - Decades Day

Tuesday, October 29 - Dress Like a Teacher Day

Wednesday, October 30 - Character Day

Thursday, October 31 - Pajama Day

📝Look for the Impact Aid Survey, Coming Soon to ParentVUE

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds that will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education.

FCPS uses the survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students. Starting October 21, the survey will be available online through ParentVue. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from the office.

🔎Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS) Presentation at Madison HS

Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS) is a community awareness program designed to enlighten parents through a unique learning experience encompassing insights into trends and indicators of potentially risky behavior.

We guide you through a presentation that opens your eyes to what is right in front of you. This program begins with a “show and tell” of “red flags” that can indicate risky behavior in teens. An educational portion follows that includes a PowerPoint presentation that touches on drug and alcohol use, vaping, mental health and behavioral concerns, risky sexual behaviors, trending "challenges," and more.  

We include up-to-date statistics and local trends, and law enforcement officers will share their experiences they have had in our community identifying risky behaviors and helping to put kids on the right path to a healthy life. 

Finally, we discuss how to open the door to communicating with your teens about risky behaviors and how to address issues that arise.

Registration is required, and seats are limited for this free event. 

You must be 18 or older to attend. No children are allowed at this presentation

Date: November 7

Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Location: Madison High School

🌽Thanksgiving Food Drive

Starting Thursday, October 24, Mosaic ES & the SCA will begin collecting food items to benefit the Salvation Army in Fairfax. They are looking for Thanksgiving specific items listed below. Please no glass jars! There will be collection boxes in the SACC entryway/hallway. The Salvation Army will be here Thursday, November 14th to pick up items so all donations are gladly accepted until November 14th!

• Instant Mashed Potatoes
• Canned Vegetables (peas, beans, carrots, corn, etc.) and Canned Fruit
• Canned Tomatoes/Tomato Sauce/Tomato Paste
• Boxed Stuffing & Gravy
• Cornbread Mix
• Boxed Mac & Cheese, Boxed Pasta, Boxed Rice
• Brownie Mix or Cake Mix (with icing)
• Pie Crust & Canned Filling (Canned peaches, apples, pumpkin, etc.)
• Canned Chicken or Canned Ham
• Canned Yams
• Canned Cranberry Sauce

🍎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

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

📰What's Happening at Mosaic?

 

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🗓️Upcoming Events

October 28 - 3-Hour Early Release

Week of October 28 - Spirit Week

October 31 - End of Quarter, 2-Hour Early Release

November 1 - Diwali (Student Holiday)

November 4 - School Planning Day (Student Holiday)

November 5 - Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

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A sneak peak of some of our new spaces - art room and gym!

🎃Pumpkins Needed!

Mosaic Elementary is doing a school-wide event and we are still in need of about 30 pumpkins! We would like for these to be average sized pumpkins (about 10-12 inches in height). If you are able to purchase a pumpkin and bring it to Mosaic between October 21st and 23rd, it would be greatly appreciated! 

Please sign up here. Thank you!

🚶‍♂️🚴Walk and Roll to School - Thank you!

 

Thank you to all the families who encouraged their children to walk or bike to school last week!

A special thank you to Inova, Safe Kids Fairfax, and the GMU Green Machine/Spirit Drumline for providing music, snacks, prizes, and a banner to make the event extra special!

Read more about the event on our website.

6th Graders are selling fun items this week to fundraise for monarch butterflies.

🍂Autumn Spirit Week (October 15-18)

 

We've been enjoying our first spirit week of the year! See below for the rest of the week:

✅Tuesday, October 15 - Autumn Day

✅Wednesday, October 16 - FCPS Unity Day (wear orange)

▶️Thursday, October 17 - Fall Football/Sports

▶️Friday October 18 - PJ Day (no slippers)

📝Look for the Impact Aid Survey, Coming Soon to ParentVUE

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds that will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education.

FCPS uses the survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students. Starting October 21, the survey will be available online through ParentVue. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from the office.

🌽Thanksgiving Food Drive

Starting Thursday, 10/24 Mosaic ES & the SCA will begin collecting food items to benefit the Salvation Army in Fairfax. They are looking for Thanksgiving specific items listed below. Please no glass jars! There will be collection boxes in the SACC entryway/hallway. The Salvation Army will be here Thursday, November 14th to pick up items so all donations are gladly accepted until November 14th!

• Instant Mashed Potatoes
• Canned Vegetables (peas, beans, carrots, corn, etc.) and Canned Fruit
• Canned Tomatoes/Tomato Sauce/Tomato Paste
• Boxed Stuffing & Gravy
• Cornbread Mix
• Boxed Mac & Cheese, Boxed Pasta, Boxed Rice
• Brownie Mix or Cake Mix (with icing)
• Pie Crust & Canned Filling (Canned peaches, apples, pumpkin, etc.)
• Canned Chicken or Canned Ham
• Canned Yams
• Canned Cranberry Sauce

🥙National School Lunch Week

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

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

Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? Nutrition Services now has printable menus. 

🍎FCPS News

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

• Learn About Lexia for Literacy
• Schools Win Exemplar Awards
• Upcoming Community Conversations

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

📰What's Happening at Mosaic?

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🗓️Upcoming Events

Week of October 15 - Autumn Spirit Week

October 17 - Family Literacy Night (grades K-2), 6:00 p.m.

October 28 - 3-Hour Early Release

Week of October 28 - Spirit Week

October 31 - End of Quarter, 2-Hour Early Release

November 1 - Diwali (Student Holiday)

November 4 - School Planning Day (Student Holiday)

November 5 - Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)

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5th graders in Mr. Keating's class exploring the power of force, motion, and energy!

🎃Pumpkins Needed!

Mosaic Elementary is doing a school-wide event and we need 45 pumpkins! We would like for these to be average sized pumpkins (about 10-12 inches in height). If you are able to purchase a pumpkin and bring it to Mosaic between October 21st and 23rd, it would be greatly appreciated! 

Please sign up here. Thank you!

🚶‍♂️🚴Walk and Roll to School Day - October 9

 

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 9th! We invite all students and families to join us in walking or biking to school as we celebrate this nationwide event. It’s a fantastic opportunity to start the day with some fresh air and exercise while helping to reduce traffic around our school. We can’t wait to see many of our Mustangs participate and make this day special!

  🎉Don’t Miss Out: Providence Day and Back to School Celebration on Sat., Oct. 5

Join us for a day of fun, connection, and community spirit! The inaugural Providence Day and Back to School Celebration is on Saturday, October 5, from 11 am to 3 pm at Marshall High School.

We will celebrate the vibrant and diverse community we're proud to call home and highlight local organizations and businesses while fostering stronger connections among residents and community leaders. This free, family-friendly event is open to all Fairfax County residents and will feature interactive booths, live performances, food trucks, activities for kids, giveaways and prizes, community spotlights, and more!

RSVP today!

Accessibility and Transportation: George Marshall High School is easily accessible by car, bus, or bike. Shuttle services will run from the Jim Scott Community Center (3001 Vaden Drive) and the James Lee Community Center (2855 Annandale Road).

Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-560-6946.

⛺Family Literacy Night - October 17

Attention K/1/2 Families! Please come join us for a night full of literacy fun. Our camping adventure will be on Thursday, October 17 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. 

Please RSVP  - we hope to see you there!

🍂Autumn Spirit Week (October 15-18)

 

We're gearing up for our first Spirit Week of the year! 

Tuesday, October 15 - Autumn Day

Wednesday, October 16 - FCPS Unity Day (wear orange)

Thursday, October 17 - Fall Football/Sports

Friday October 18 - PJ Day (no slippers)

📚Fall AAP Family Orientation

Join us for our Fall AAP Family Orientation on Thursday, October 10th at 6:00 p.m.! This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to learn more about our Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) here at Mosaic Elementary. Our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Ms. Duffy, will provide an overview of the different levels of service available, share how we support our students’ learning needs, and answer any questions you may have.

This event will be held virtually via Zoom and can be accessed with this link.

🗓️ Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events

Good attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond.

When planning trips or family events, refer to the FCPS calendar and try to use weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.

When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence. 

Watch this video with tips on understanding our school calendar and visit our Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

📰What's Happening at Mosaic?

Read all about our day at the Dulles Plane Pull!

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🗓️Upcoming Events

October 3 - Rosh Hashanah (student holiday)

October 4 - Teacher Workday (student holiday)

October 9  - Walk and Roll to School Day

October 10 - Fall AAP Family Orientation (virtual via Zoom), 6:00 p.m.

October 14 - Staff Development Day (student holiday)

October 15-18 - Autumn Spirit Week

October 17 - Family Literacy Night (grades K-2), 6:00 p.m.

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Mosaic staff raised over $2,500 to support Special Olympics VA and got to pull a plane at Dulles Day!

❗3-hour Early Release on Monday, September 23

This Monday, September 23rd, is our first 3-hour Early Release of the school year. Dismissal will begin at 12:20 p.m. We encourage all parents/caregivers to have their student take their normal route home (bus, walk, kiss and ride) on early dismissal days. While these are designated as early release days — where necessary, we will ensure that every student has supervised activities at the school and returns home at the regular time if that is what works best for your family. 

☕New Parent Coffee with Dr. Aste

Our principal, Dr. Aste, will be hosting an informational coffee talk for families new to Mosaic on Wednesday, September 25th at 9:00 a.m. in our cafeteria. Join us and learn about all the great things that happen at our school!

📸 Picture Days are September 26 and 27!

Your child’s teacher will communicate the specific day and time. Look for order forms in next week’s Wednesday folders. We are also looking for volunteers - please consider signing up.  

🟣Purple Star Schools - Student Videos Needed!

The Purple Star USA National Convening of Schools & Communities is seeking Military Connected Children/Youth to speak about their experiences as Military Connected Children/Youth. Their goal is to highlight military kids and their personal experiences at Purple Star Schools in a video tribute made from student submitted videos! The committee is looking for videos 60 seconds or less. More info can be found on our website. Videos are due by September 27, 2024. If you have any questions or your student needs help recording a video, feel free to reach out to Amanda Blevins [email protected]

🎨PTA After-School Enrichment

Registration for After-School Enrichment Classes at Mosaic is open until this Saturday, 9/21. Foreign language classes run from October until the end of the school year. All other classes begin early October and end early/mid-December.

Please e-mail [email protected] now if you're able to help us for an hour on a T, W, or Th -- and get a free class for your child if you can be there every week! (foreign language excluded from this offer) 

✔️ Parent/Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?

We understand that the multiple school forms caregivers receive during the first weeks of school can feel overwhelming, but each one helps set your child up for a successful school year! If you do not have a SIS ParentVUE account, please contact your child’s school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage. 

📋 Permission Forms

Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool. 

Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Friday, September 30.

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🗓️Upcoming Events

September 23 - Early Release Monday (dismissal begins at 12:20 p.m.)

September 25 - New Parent Coffee, 9:00 a.m.

September 26 and 27 - Picture Day

October 3 - Rosh Hashanah (student holiday)

October 4 - Teacher Workday (student holiday)

October 14 - Staff Development Day (student holiday)

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👩‍🏫Virtual Back to School Night

Due to construction and limited parking, our Back To School Night will be VIRTUAL on Thursday, September 5th at 6:30 p.m. You should receive a link from your child's teacher this week. Teachers will present one session beginning at 6:30. They will record the session and send all parents the link to view the next day. This will be helpful if you can't attend or have more than one child in different grade levels.

🦺Safety Reminders

Thank you for your patience as we have adapted to new traffic patterns and routines due to ongoing construction.

As a reminder, there is no access to parking in any of the school lots during arrival and dismissal.

If you have a meeting scheduled with a teacher in the morning, please park on Kingsbridge Drive.

📝Early Release Monday Survey

We need ALL parents to respond to this survey to say whether or not your child needs supervision for our 3 hour early release day on Monday, September 23 and October 28th. Please see the survey below.

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 3 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
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To help plan for our school’s childcare needs during the early release Mondays, please complete the survey form for each of your children who are enrolled at Mosaic Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. Staff will confirm the after school supervision plan for each student.

✈️We're Ready to Pull!

Our staff is getting ready to pull a plane!

The event takes place at Dulles Airport on Saturday, September 14th. Bring your kids to cheer us on around 1:30 p.m. You can also support our team by making a donation.

The funds raised at this event help Special Olympics Virginia provide year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities, and health services to more than 18,000 athletes of all abilities.

Donations can be made on our team page!  The process is fast, easy and secure. Donations are tax deductible.

💻Digital Resource Consent - Required for All

Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page.  This page also includes directions for providing permission. 

Each digital resource used in FCPS has had an instructional and technical review. Information about the educational technology tools approved for use within FCPS can be found in the online Digital Ecosystem Library. Parents can find more information about FCPS-approved digital resources on the Digital Resources in FCPS webpage.

📸 Picture Days are September 26 and 27!

Your child’s teacher will communicate the specific day and time. Look for order forms in next week’s Wednesday folders. We are also looking for volunteers - please consider signing up.  

📃2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities 

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30. 

You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R.

🔐Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

⚠️ Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned. 

If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1. 

🧩Solve the Puzzle Before It’s Gone! 

Fairfax County's Puzzle Hunt will end on Sunday, September 15. Families have been solving puzzles and finding clues all summer in this unique community event that takes solvers on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. There is still time to join before it ends!

Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be completed with friends and family and are challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles, then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Visit our wonderful local parks with friends and family.

🗓️Upcoming Events

September 5 - Back to School Night (virtual), 6:30 p.m.

September 14 - Dulles Plane Pull at Dulles Airport, 1:30 p.m.

September 23 - Early Release Monday 

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9819 Five Oaks Rd, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Phone: 703.937.1600

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