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Early Release Monday

Monday, September 16th, is our first early release Monday. Please prepare your child by reminding them if they will stay or go home. In the event your child does not remember, we will help them. If you do not access the Early Release Survey, your child will remain at school and go home in the manner they are familiar with at 3:35. Below is an outline of our procedures for the afternoon.

• Dismissal for students who are Staying
  • Students staying for the afternoon will come to the café by 12:30 and sit by grade level.
  • Monitors and instructional assistants who are not on duty will come to the café at 12:30 to support students.
  • Attendance will be taken, and students will be escorted to the first rotation by designated first rotation staff at 12:50.
• Dismissal for students who are Leaving.
  • Students leaving school at 12:35 will wait in their classroom and follow our regular dismissal procedures.
• Early Release Rotation
  • Each rotation will have two adults.
  • Students should bring their snacks.
  • Students will travel with their backpacks and water bottles.
• Dismissal for Early Release
  • Students will come to the gym for dismissal at 3:30.
  • Students will sit at grade levels.

Students will be released as buses arrive. Car numbers and vans will release Kiss and Ride students, and those who walk or bike will leave from door 12.

 

Our military connected families are invited to our First Annual Military Potluck! Please access the form to confirm your selected item to share. The evening is for all active, reserve, or retired servicemen, women, and families. We hope to see you there.

Form

Seahawk Talk

Our first Seahawk Talk focused on Resiliency in students. There are six resiliency builders that are beneficial for children. Read below for the first three skill builders. The remaining three will be sent next week.

 

The Six Resiliency Builders

 1. Provide Caring and Support

Give youth unconditional positive regard, kindness, love and encouragement. Celebrate their successes and foster a sense of community belonging. Above all else, all youth need a significant relationship with at least one caring, positive adult.

Here are some ideas on how to provide caring and support:

• Ensure that youth have a positive bond with at least one caring, trusted, and supportive adult; seek out a mentor
• Create a welcoming environment
• Provide kindness and encouragement
• Identify specific strengths in youth and name them specifically
• Build in opportunities for personal discussion
• Provide a good listening ear without judgment
• Celebrate successes

1. Set and Communicate High, Realistic Expectations

Communicate to youth the belief that they can be successful. Support and encourage goal-setting for educational and vocational endeavors that reflect positive thinking and belief in oneself. 

Here are some ideas on how to set and communicate high, realistic expectations:

• Tell youth you believe in them and foster a “can do” attitude
• Help youth set attainable goals and strive for mastery
• Nurture a positive self-esteem
• Praise the efforts of youth; recognize improvements
• Encourage and support youth in trying new challenges
• Emphasize cooperation over competition
• Help youth plan for future educational and vocational success

1. Provide Opportunities for Meaningful Participation

Provide youth with the responsibility and chance to demonstrate their competence and eagerness to contribute and give back to others. Allow them leadership roles and opportunities to collaborate in decision-making.

Here are some ideas on how to provide opportunities for meaningful participation:

• Get youth involved in community service and volunteer opportunities
• Tackle a shared service learning project
• Share responsibilities
• Provide opportunities for leadership roles
• Give youth a collaborative voice in decision-making

Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
• A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations.

 

Welcome back to outdoor dining. If you would like to have lunch with your child, please sign up for a slot using this link, there is one person per slot. Please be mindful that other parents would also like to have an opportunity and not sign up for more than once per month. There will also be cleaning products outside to use after you have completed your lunch. Enjoy these moments with your child.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. 

The next event is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Newington Forest Elementary School. Click on the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Mark Your Calendar

September 24 Military Potluck 5:00pm

September 27 Silverbrook/PTO Movie Night

September 30 Principal and Parents Coffee Chat 9:30am library

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Early Release Monday

Monday, September 16th, is our first early release Monday. Please prepare your child by reminding them if they will stay or go home. In the event your child does not remember, we will help them. If you do not access the Early Release Survey, your child will remain at school and go home in the manner they are familiar with at 3:35. Below is an outline of our procedures for the afternoon.

• Dismissal for students who are Staying
  • Students staying for the afternoon will come to the café by 12:30 and sit by grade level.
  • Monitors and instructional assistants who are not on duty will come to the café at 12:30 to support students.
  • Attendance will be taken, and students will be escorted to the first rotation by designated first rotation staff at 12:50.
• Dismissal for students who are Leaving.
  • Students leaving school at 12:35 will wait in their classroom and follow our regular dismissal procedures.
• Early Release Rotation
  • Each rotation will have two adults.
  • Students should bring their snacks.
  • Students will travel with their backpacks and water bottles.
• Dismissal for Early Release
  • Students will come to the gym for dismissal at 3:30.
  • Students will sit at grade levels.

Students will be released as buses arrive. Car numbers and vans will release Kiss and Ride students, and those who walk or bike will leave from door 12.

 

Our military connected families are invited to our First Annual Military Potluck! Please access the form to confirm your selected item to share. The evening is for all active, reserve, or retired servicemen, women, and families. We hope to see you there.

Form

Seahawk Talk

Our first Seahawk Talk focused on Resiliency in students. There are six resiliency builders that are beneficial for children. Read below for the first three skill builders. The remaining three will be sent next week.

 

The Six Resiliency Builders

 1. Provide Caring and Support

Give youth unconditional positive regard, kindness, love and encouragement. Celebrate their successes and foster a sense of community belonging. Above all else, all youth need a significant relationship with at least one caring, positive adult.

Here are some ideas on how to provide caring and support:

• Ensure that youth have a positive bond with at least one caring, trusted, and supportive adult; seek out a mentor
• Create a welcoming environment
• Provide kindness and encouragement
• Identify specific strengths in youth and name them specifically
• Build in opportunities for personal discussion
• Provide a good listening ear without judgment
• Celebrate successes

1. Set and Communicate High, Realistic Expectations

Communicate to youth the belief that they can be successful. Support and encourage goal-setting for educational and vocational endeavors that reflect positive thinking and belief in oneself. 

Here are some ideas on how to set and communicate high, realistic expectations:

• Tell youth you believe in them and foster a “can do” attitude
• Help youth set attainable goals and strive for mastery
• Nurture a positive self-esteem
• Praise the efforts of youth; recognize improvements
• Encourage and support youth in trying new challenges
• Emphasize cooperation over competition
• Help youth plan for future educational and vocational success

1. Provide Opportunities for Meaningful Participation

Provide youth with the responsibility and chance to demonstrate their competence and eagerness to contribute and give back to others. Allow them leadership roles and opportunities to collaborate in decision-making.

Here are some ideas on how to provide opportunities for meaningful participation:

• Get youth involved in community service and volunteer opportunities
• Tackle a shared service learning project
• Share responsibilities
• Provide opportunities for leadership roles
• Give youth a collaborative voice in decision-making

Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
• A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations.

 

Welcome back to outdoor dining. If you would like to have lunch with your child, please sign up for a slot using this link, there is one person per slot. Please be mindful that other parents would also like to have an opportunity and not sign up for more than once per month. There will also be cleaning products outside to use after you have completed your lunch. Enjoy these moments with your child.

Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. 

The next event is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Newington Forest Elementary School. Click on the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Mark Your Calendar

September 24 Military Potluck 5:00pm

September 27 Silverbrook/PTO Movie Night

September 30 Principal and Parents Coffee Chat 9:30am library

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Seahawk Talk

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will facilitate the evening.  Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Seahawk Talk

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will facilitate the evening.  Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Grandparents Day

Thank you, to our grandparents who arrived from, near and far. We appreciate you! Have a wonderful Grandparents Day.

Seahawk Talk

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will facilitate the evening.  Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

Early Release Monday

We are asking ALL parents/guardians to complete the Early Release Survey. We must have all students accounted for with your decision on how to proceed with your student. Please access this link https://forms.gle/6BwCW1JzVvi2SLNa8 to submit your response TODAY!

If you have submitted a preference for your child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for. We have less than half of our student body accounted for. Thanks for your cooperation.

Good afternoon Silverbrook Community,

I would like to introduce myself. My name is Mr. Abner Mondoloka and I am the new Silverbrook strings teacher. I am excited to be here and to get to know all your children. Band and Strings has decided to extend the due date of enrollment forms, so your child still has the option of signing up for Band or Strings.

Band (5th and 6th grade ONLY)

Strings (4th, 5th, and 6th grades)

A little background about myself, I am a graduate of the College of William and Mary, and I am also in the Army Reserves Band. My primary instrument is the viola, but I also love to teach violin, cello, and bass. I will be starting to measure students this week and next week to give you the appropriate size of the instrument to rent and play.

Please sign your child up for Band or Strings by Tuesday, September 10 by using the QR code provided. Band and Strings will start classes during the week of September 16th. Your child will be scheduled for one of the mornings Monday through Friday and we will be in touch on this specific day and time.

If you have any questions about Band or Strings, please don’t hesitate to email us.

Band: Laura Creque: [email protected]

Strings: Abner Mondoloka: [email protected]

 

BAND AND STRINGS Enrollment Form CLICK HERE!!

 

Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Elementary Continuum of Services

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) offers a continuum of services for elementary students to meet their current academic needs. The continuum of services supports the two main goals of the Advanced Academic Programs Office:

• Talent Development
• Meeting the Needs of the Advanced Learner

Access to Rigor: Grades K-6 – All students receive talent development lessons with critical and creative thinking strategies and AAP curriculum lessons.

Subject Specific Advanced Differentiation: Grades K-6 – Identified students receive AAP curriculum lessons in the general education setting in areas of academic strength.

Part-Time Services: Grades 3-6 – Identified students receive AAP curriculum lessons in more than one academic content area. The Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) leads these lessons. Programming has increased depth and complexity in several content areas.

Full-Time Services: Grades 3-8 –Identified students receive AAP curriculum lessons full-time. Programming has increased depth, complexity, and pace in all academic content areas.

For more detailed information, including important dates, please see the Fall AAP Newsletters:

 

English:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H6JtC3phWWkkRHpAN06heGdf_6DfDOXZ/view

Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a9uLSRIRaGmp15PU8PohJzB2uMLo1azh/view

Immunization Requirements

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office.

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.

A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.

 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

 Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Mark Your Calendar

September 10 Seahawk Talk 6:30 pm

September 27 Silverbrook/PTO Movie Night

September 30 Principal and Parents Coffee Chat 9:30 am library

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Grandparents Day

Thank you, to our grandparents who arrived from, near and far. We appreciate you! Have a wonderful Grandparents Day.

Seahawk Talk

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will facilitate the evening.  Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

Early Release Monday

We are asking ALL parents/guardians to complete the Early Release Survey. We must have all students accounted for with your decision on how to proceed with your student. Please access this link https://forms.gle/6BwCW1JzVvi2SLNa8 to submit your response TODAY!

If you have submitted a preference for your child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for. We have less than half of our student body accounted for. Thanks for your cooperation.

Good afternoon Silverbrook Community,

I would like to introduce myself. My name is Mr. Abner Mondoloka and I am the new Silverbrook strings teacher. I am excited to be here and to get to know all your children. Band and Strings has decided to extend the due date of enrollment forms, so your child still has the option of signing up for Band or Strings.

Band (5th and 6th grade ONLY)

Strings (4th, 5th, and 6th grades)

A little background about myself, I am a graduate of the College of William and Mary, and I am also in the Army Reserves Band. My primary instrument is the viola, but I also love to teach violin, cello, and bass. I will be starting to measure students this week and next week to give you the appropriate size of the instrument to rent and play.

Please sign your child up for Band or Strings by Tuesday, September 10 by using the QR code provided. Band and Strings will start classes during the week of September 16th. Your child will be scheduled for one of the mornings Monday through Friday and we will be in touch on this specific day and time.

If you have any questions about Band or Strings, please don’t hesitate to email us.

Band: Laura Creque: [email protected]

Strings: Abner Mondoloka: [email protected]

 

BAND AND STRINGS Enrollment Form CLICK HERE!!

 

Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Elementary Continuum of Services

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) offers a continuum of services for elementary students to meet their current academic needs. The continuum of services supports the two main goals of the Advanced Academic Programs Office:

• Talent Development
• Meeting the Needs of the Advanced Learner

Access to Rigor: Grades K-6 – All students receive talent development lessons with critical and creative thinking strategies and AAP curriculum lessons.

Subject Specific Advanced Differentiation: Grades K-6 – Identified students receive AAP curriculum lessons in the general education setting in areas of academic strength.

Part-Time Services: Grades 3-6 – Identified students receive AAP curriculum lessons in more than one academic content area. The Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) leads these lessons. Programming has increased depth and complexity in several content areas.

Full-Time Services: Grades 3-8 –Identified students receive AAP curriculum lessons full-time. Programming has increased depth, complexity, and pace in all academic content areas.

For more detailed information, including important dates, please see the Fall AAP Newsletters:

 

English:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H6JtC3phWWkkRHpAN06heGdf_6DfDOXZ/view

Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a9uLSRIRaGmp15PU8PohJzB2uMLo1azh/view

Immunization Requirements

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office.

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.

A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.

 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

 Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Mark Your Calendar

September 10 Seahawk Talk 6:30 pm

September 27 Silverbrook/PTO Movie Night

September 30 Principal and Parents Coffee Chat 9:30 am library

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Seahawk Talk 

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will be facilitated the evening. Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Seahawk Talk 

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will be facilitated the evening. Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Good morning, parents and Guardians:

We are thrilled that registration for Goodies with Grandparents has been such a success.  As a reminder, the registration deadline was September 1, and we are now at capacity.  Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept any additional registrations.  We look forward to welcoming all our registered grandparents on Friday, September 6 at 2:30 pm through door 3. 

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Good morning, parents and Guardians:

We are thrilled that registration for Goodies with Grandparents has been such a success.  As a reminder, the registration deadline was September 1, and we are now at capacity.  Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept any additional registrations.  We look forward to welcoming all our registered grandparents on Friday, September 6 at 2:30 pm through door 3. 

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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Thank you for attending BTSN. We hope you found the evening informative. Please use this link to provide feedback.

Early Release Monday

We are asking ALL parents/guardians to complete the Early Release Survey. We must have all students accounted for and a decision from you on how to proceed with your student. Please access the QR code or https://forms.gle/6BwCW1JzVvi2SLNa8 to submit your response by September 1.

If you have submitted a preference for your child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for. We have less than half of our student body accounted for. Thanks for your cooperation.

Seahawk Talk 

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will be facilitated the evening. Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

Communication from School

Parents and Guardians will receive several types of communication from the school, below are ways you will be notified:

• News You Choose is sent weekly on Friday. There will also be times when we want to call your attention to a specific event; in this case, it will go out on a different day.
• E-notify is primarily for emergency use or to communicate information we want to ensure all parents receive such as information about illnesses in a specific class or a safety issue at school. E-notify will be sent as needed.
• Grade Level Newsletters will be sent weekly by most grade levels. Grade levels will send information via email, Schoology, or hard copy. Check with your child’s teacher on what medium he/she is using.

Wednesday Folders contain school-related news and flyers; you may also find completed schoolwork.

What To Do When You Have Concerns Classroom

When you have concerns about a classroom issue please contact the teacher first. The teacher will be able to respond to your questions and address your concerns. Teachers are ready and willing to have conversations with you to problem solve issues.  If after you have contacted the teacher, you find that the issue has not been addressed you can reach out to one of the administrators.

Schoolwide

When you have concerns about a schoolwide issue; feel free to email the administrators [email protected] , [email protected] and [email protected] or call to make an appointment to speak with an administrator.

Mark Your Calendars

August 30:  September 2 Labor Day Weekend (NO SCHOOL) 

September 6: Goodies with Grandparents 2:30 in the cafeteria

September 10: Seahawk Talk 6:30 pm

September 27: Silverbrook/PTO Movie Night

September 30: Principal and Parents Coffee Chat 9:30 am library

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter

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

Thank you for attending BTSN. We hope you found the evening informative. Please use this link to provide feedback.

Early Release Monday

We are asking ALL parents/guardians to complete the Early Release Survey. We must have all students accounted for and a decision from you on how to proceed with your student. Please access the QR code or https://forms.gle/6BwCW1JzVvi2SLNa8 to submit your response by September 1.

If you have submitted a preference for your child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for. We have less than half of our student body accounted for. Thanks for your cooperation.

Seahawk Talk 

All parents and guardians are invited to our first virtual Seahawk Talk scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 6:30. Our topic will focus on Social Emotional Wellness and Student Resiliency. Our counselors and social worker will be facilitated the evening. Please join us in learning ways to support our child at home. Use this link to join.

Communication from School

Parents and Guardians will receive several types of communication from the school, below are ways you will be notified:

• News You Choose is sent weekly on Friday. There will also be times when we want to call your attention to a specific event; in this case, it will go out on a different day.
• E-notify is primarily for emergency use or to communicate information we want to ensure all parents receive such as information about illnesses in a specific class or a safety issue at school. E-notify will be sent as needed.
• Grade Level Newsletters will be sent weekly by most grade levels. Grade levels will send information via email, Schoology, or hard copy. Check with your child’s teacher on what medium he/she is using.

Wednesday Folders contain school-related news and flyers; you may also find completed schoolwork.

What To Do When You Have Concerns Classroom

When you have concerns about a classroom issue please contact the teacher first. The teacher will be able to respond to your questions and address your concerns. Teachers are ready and willing to have conversations with you to problem solve issues.  If after you have contacted the teacher, you find that the issue has not been addressed you can reach out to one of the administrators.

Schoolwide

When you have concerns about a schoolwide issue; feel free to email the administrators [email protected] , [email protected] and [email protected] or call to make an appointment to speak with an administrator.

Mark Your Calendars

August 30:  September 2 Labor Day Weekend (NO SCHOOL) 

September 6: Goodies with Grandparents 2:30 in the cafeteria

September 10: Seahawk Talk 6:30 pm

September 27: Silverbrook/PTO Movie Night

September 30: Principal and Parents Coffee Chat 9:30 am library

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Early Release Monday

We are asking ALL parents/guardians to complete the Early Release Survey. We must have all students accounted for with a decision from you, on how we need to proceed with your student.

Please access the QR code or https://forms.gle/6BwCW1JzVvi2SLNa8 to submit your response by September 1.

 

If you have submitted a preference for your child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for. We have less than half of our student body accounted for. Thanks for your cooperation.

 

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Early Release Monday

We are asking ALL parents/guardians to complete the Early Release Survey. We must have all students accounted for with a decision from you, on how we need to proceed with your student.

Please access the QR code or https://forms.gle/6BwCW1JzVvi2SLNa8 to submit your response by September 1.

 

If you have submitted a preference for your child, you do not need to resubmit. If you have submitted a “I don’t know” or “Haven’t made a decision” please resubmit with a decision so your child is accounted for. We have less than half of our student body accounted for. Thanks for your cooperation.

 

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Inviting all parents and guardians to BTSN!!

Monday, August 26 Grades 4-6

• 1st Session 6:00-6:40
• 2nd Session 6:50-7:30

Tuesday, August 27 Grades PK-3

• 1st Session 6:00-6:40
• 2nd Session 6:50-7:30

Administration Video Clip

BTSN Video Clips

Silverbrook Administrative Team

• Administration Video Clip

Sandy Anderson

• YouTube (with English captions)
• YouTube (with Korean and Spanish subtitles)

           

Mateo Dunne

• YouTube (with English captions)
• YouTube (with Korean and Spanish subtitles)

Early Release Monday

Please complete the QR code to inform us of your needs on the Early Release Days.

Goodies with Grandparents

National Grandparents Day is September 8, 2024. We would like to invite grandparents of our Seahawks to school on Friday, September 6 from 2:30-3:30pm for Goodies with Grandparents. This will be when where grandma or grandpa can enjoy a few goodies, engage in a craft, and read a book to their grandchild. Please access this Google form to sign up. We need to have all RSVPs in by September 1, to help ensure we have adequate materials for all.  

Seahawk Support

We look forward to providing several opportunities for parents to volunteer; please access our Seahawk Support Google form to select how you would like to support (i.e. art gala, art room, book room, garden club, library, lost and found, strategies lab, Wednesday folders). Please complete the form by September 9 and we will begin our Seahawk Support program in late September, with the exception of Strategies Lab which will start a little earlier.

Health Room

Parents we have noticed that fever and sore throat illnesses have emerged. Please leave your child at home when they are sick until they are fever free for 24 hours without medication. Please encourage frequent hand washing while home and at school.

It's time to join the Parent Teacher Organization!

PTO Memberships are now available online. Visit silverbrook.ptboard.com/home to sign up!

BONUS: Everyone who joins the PTO before Sept. 20 will be entered into a drawing to win 2 spirit wear t-shirts OR a Family Pizza Pack for our September 27 outdoor movie night block party. Ten winners will be selected!

Also, make sure you're following the Silverbrook PTO Facebook Page to get updates on events, volunteering opportunities, and more. 

Interested in Band or Strings?  

If your child is interested in being in the BAND or STRINGS program at Silverbrook this year, simply click here to sign up. Or scan the QR code.

This morning, we were so excited to hear the South County High School Symphonic Band and Chamber Orchestra demonstrate all the instruments offered in the Band and Strings program here at Silverbrook ES. The students played solos and then all came together to play familiar tunes. 😊It was super fun for everyone.

If your child was absent and missed the demonstration, no worries. We will be having a South County Petting Zoo at South County High School.

Instrument Petting Zoo for Band or Strings Information:  

The Annual South County Instrument Petting Zoo will be Tuesday, August 27 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. Please mark your calendars! This activity is optional. You can come anytime during the time specified. This activity will allow your child the opportunity to try ANY instrument they want.

This event will provide more information on band and string instruments, instrument rentals, private lessons, and student led performances. The petting zoo is hosted by South County High School and will be held in the high school cafeteria. Petting Zoo Flyer - CLICK HERE for more information about this event.

If you’d like more information on our Band and Strings program at Silverbrook, please don’t hesitate to email me at the email address below. 

Laura Creque, Band  [email protected]

TBD (To Be Determined), Strings

Mark Your Calendar

August 26: BTSN Grades 4-6

August 27: BTSN Grades Pk-3

August 30-September 2: Labor Day Weekend (NO SCHOOL) 

September 6: Goodies with Grandparents

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Inviting all parents and guardians to BTSN!!

Monday, August 26 Grades 4-6

• 1st Session 6:00-6:40
• 2nd Session 6:50-7:30

Tuesday, August 27 Grades PK-3

• 1st Session 6:00-6:40
• 2nd Session 6:50-7:30

Administration Video Clip

BTSN Video Clips

Silverbrook Administrative Team

• Administration Video Clip

Sandy Anderson

• YouTube (with English captions)
• YouTube (with Korean and Spanish subtitles)

           

Mateo Dunne

• YouTube (with English captions)
• YouTube (with Korean and Spanish subtitles)

Early Release Monday

Please complete the QR code to inform us of your needs on the Early Release Days.

Goodies with Grandparents

National Grandparents Day is September 8, 2024. We would like to invite grandparents of our Seahawks to school on Friday, September 6 from 2:30-3:30pm for Goodies with Grandparents. This will be when where grandma or grandpa can enjoy a few goodies, engage in a craft, and read a book to their grandchild. Please access this Google form to sign up. We need to have all RSVPs in by September 1, to help ensure we have adequate materials for all.  

Seahawk Support

We look forward to providing several opportunities for parents to volunteer; please access our Seahawk Support Google form to select how you would like to support (i.e. art gala, art room, book room, garden club, library, lost and found, strategies lab, Wednesday folders). Please complete the form by September 9 and we will begin our Seahawk Support program in late September, with the exception of Strategies Lab which will start a little earlier.

Health Room

Parents we have noticed that fever and sore throat illnesses have emerged. Please leave your child at home when they are sick until they are fever free for 24 hours without medication. Please encourage frequent hand washing while home and at school.

It's time to join the Parent Teacher Organization!

PTO Memberships are now available online. Visit silverbrook.ptboard.com/home to sign up!

BONUS: Everyone who joins the PTO before Sept. 20 will be entered into a drawing to win 2 spirit wear t-shirts OR a Family Pizza Pack for our September 27 outdoor movie night block party. Ten winners will be selected!

Also, make sure you're following the Silverbrook PTO Facebook Page to get updates on events, volunteering opportunities, and more. 

Interested in Band or Strings?  

If your child is interested in being in the BAND or STRINGS program at Silverbrook this year, simply click here to sign up. Or scan the QR code.

This morning, we were so excited to hear the South County High School Symphonic Band and Chamber Orchestra demonstrate all the instruments offered in the Band and Strings program here at Silverbrook ES. The students played solos and then all came together to play familiar tunes. 😊It was super fun for everyone.

If your child was absent and missed the demonstration, no worries. We will be having a South County Petting Zoo at South County High School.

Instrument Petting Zoo for Band or Strings Information:  

The Annual South County Instrument Petting Zoo will be Tuesday, August 27 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. Please mark your calendars! This activity is optional. You can come anytime during the time specified. This activity will allow your child the opportunity to try ANY instrument they want.

This event will provide more information on band and string instruments, instrument rentals, private lessons, and student led performances. The petting zoo is hosted by South County High School and will be held in the high school cafeteria. Petting Zoo Flyer - CLICK HERE for more information about this event.

If you’d like more information on our Band and Strings program at Silverbrook, please don’t hesitate to email me at the email address below. 

Laura Creque, Band  [email protected]

TBD (To Be Determined), Strings

Mark Your Calendar

August 26: BTSN Grades 4-6

August 27: BTSN Grades Pk-3

August 30-September 2: Labor Day Weekend (NO SCHOOL) 

September 6: Goodies with Grandparents

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SIS ParentVue Account 

Access the FCPS secure solution for information about your child's attendance, class performance, demographic data, and more.

https://www.fcps.edu/services/technology/student-information-system-sis/sis-parent-account-registration

School Supplies 

View the list of recommended school supplies for each grade level.

https://silverbrookes.fcps.edu/academics/school-supply-lists

 

Free and Reduce- Price Meals (FRM) 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

fcps.edu/frm

Here comes the Bus Mobile App 

Know when your bus is approaching your stop. You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and a Student Information System (SIS) Parent Account.

fcps.edu/resources/safety-and-transportation/transportation-services/here-comes-bus- mobile-app

News You Choose 

Subscribe to Silverbrook’s weekly email newsletter. It has important information, dates, events to stay connected during the year.

fcps.edu/node/47432

Reporting Absences 

Submit an absence using our attendance form below by calling our school's attendance office at 703-690-5151

https://silverbrookes.fcps.edu/attendance-reporting

FCPS Calendar 

Calendar of holidays, observances breaks, and early release days for the current and upcoming school years.

fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

Lightspeed Reports 

Reports that show student internet activity on their school-issue device.

itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/lightspeed/

 

Digital Consent Form (completed annually) 

By completing the digital form linked below, you provide permission for your child to use the FCPS-approved online tools listed below as part of an instructional program.

https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources

/consent

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SIS ParentVue Account 

Access the FCPS secure solution for information about your child's attendance, class performance, demographic data, and more.

https://www.fcps.edu/services/technology/student-information-system-sis/sis-parent-account-registration

School Supplies 

View the list of recommended school supplies for each grade level.

https://silverbrookes.fcps.edu/academics/school-supply-lists

 

Free and Reduce- Price Meals (FRM) 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

fcps.edu/frm

Here comes the Bus Mobile App 

Know when your bus is approaching your stop. You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and a Student Information System (SIS) Parent Account.

fcps.edu/resources/safety-and-transportation/transportation-services/here-comes-bus- mobile-app

News You Choose 

Subscribe to Silverbrook’s weekly email newsletter. It has important information, dates, events to stay connected during the year.

fcps.edu/node/47432

Reporting Absences 

Submit an absence using our attendance form below by calling our school's attendance office at 703-690-5151

https://silverbrookes.fcps.edu/attendance-reporting

FCPS Calendar 

Calendar of holidays, observances breaks, and early release days for the current and upcoming school years.

fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

Lightspeed Reports 

Reports that show student internet activity on their school-issue device.

itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/lightspeed/

 

Digital Consent Form (completed annually) 

By completing the digital form linked below, you provide permission for your child to use the FCPS-approved online tools listed below as part of an instructional program.

https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources

/consent

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First Day of School

We had a fantastic first day of school. Students were engaged in building community and learning the new routines and procedures. They loved being back at school and enjoyed seeing their friends. Our building is alive with fun and learning! 

Patience Please

As we embark on the new year, we are reteaching routines and procedures. We ask for your patience as students relearn processes. The first few days of school require a little more time for dismissal and moving through school.

Early Release Mondays

Please let us know your needs for early release Mondays. Use this QR code to submit your responses.

Arrival Procedures

Parents are invited to walk their children to the classroom on Wednesday.

• Bus students will deboard and go straight to their classrooms.
• Walker students should enter Door 12 and go to their classroom. If they arrive before 8:40 they will sit in the gym until the bell has rung. Kindergarten students are escorted by their instruction assistant.

Kiss and Ride students will exit their car and enter the gym. If they arrive before 8:40 they will sit in the gym until the bell has rung. Kindergarten students are escorted by their instructional assistant.

Dismissal Procedures

• Bus students will be called to their bus after the bus has arrived at school. Until then, they remain in the classroom. Please encourage your child to walk directly to the bus loop when they are dismissed from class. Kindergarten students who ride the bus in the afternoon are to be met at the bus door and asked for by name by a parent, parent designee, guardian, or a responsible middle school-age or older sibling. Children will be returned to school if the driver has concerns for their safety.
• Walker students are dismissed from Door 12. All kindergarten walkers must be met by an adult or middle school or older parent or designee. Students in grades 1-6 are free to walk themselves, and we are looking closely to match our first-grade students with their designated adult, older siblings can walk with younger siblings’ home (first-sixth grades).

Kiss and Ride students are housed in the gym until their car number is called. It would be helpful to the overall Kiss and Ride dismissal process if you stay in your car as students and adults learn the routine. The first few are always slower. We appreciate your patience.

Parent Vue Accounts

Call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS). This will be answered by staff members from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

For assistance in other languages, call the Parent Information Phone lines:

• አማርኛ (Amharic): 571-423-4957
• العربية (Arabic): 571-423-4952
• 中文 (Chinese): 571-423-4953
• فارسی (Farsi): 571-423-4954
• 한국어 (Korean): 571-423-4951
• Español (Spanish): 571-423-4950
• اردو (Urdu): 571-423-4955
• Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): 571-423-4956

Contact the Family Resource Center at 703-204-3941 for more information about Parent Information Phone Lines.

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First Day of School

We had a fantastic first day of school. Students were engaged in building community and learning the new routines and procedures. They loved being back at school and enjoyed seeing their friends. Our building is alive with fun and learning! 

Patience Please

As we embark on the new year, we are reteaching routines and procedures. We ask for your patience as students relearn processes. The first few days of school require a little more time for dismissal and moving through school.

Early Release Mondays

Please let us know your needs for early release Mondays. Use this QR code to submit your responses.

Arrival Procedures

Parents are invited to walk their children to the classroom on Wednesday.

• Bus students will deboard and go straight to their classrooms.
• Walker students should enter Door 12 and go to their classroom. If they arrive before 8:40 they will sit in the gym until the bell has rung. Kindergarten students are escorted by their instruction assistant.

Kiss and Ride students will exit their car and enter the gym. If they arrive before 8:40 they will sit in the gym until the bell has rung. Kindergarten students are escorted by their instructional assistant.

Dismissal Procedures

• Bus students will be called to their bus after the bus has arrived at school. Until then, they remain in the classroom. Please encourage your child to walk directly to the bus loop when they are dismissed from class. Kindergarten students who ride the bus in the afternoon are to be met at the bus door and asked for by name by a parent, parent designee, guardian, or a responsible middle school-age or older sibling. Children will be returned to school if the driver has concerns for their safety.
• Walker students are dismissed from Door 12. All kindergarten walkers must be met by an adult or middle school or older parent or designee. Students in grades 1-6 are free to walk themselves, and we are looking closely to match our first-grade students with their designated adult, older siblings can walk with younger siblings’ home (first-sixth grades).

Kiss and Ride students are housed in the gym until their car number is called. It would be helpful to the overall Kiss and Ride dismissal process if you stay in your car as students and adults learn the routine. The first few are always slower. We appreciate your patience.

Parent Vue Accounts

Call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS). This will be answered by staff members from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

For assistance in other languages, call the Parent Information Phone lines:

• አማርኛ (Amharic): 571-423-4957
• العربية (Arabic): 571-423-4952
• 中文 (Chinese): 571-423-4953
• فارسی (Farsi): 571-423-4954
• 한국어 (Korean): 571-423-4951
• Español (Spanish): 571-423-4950
• اردو (Urdu): 571-423-4955
• Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): 571-423-4956

Contact the Family Resource Center at 703-204-3941 for more information about Parent Information Phone Lines.

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

9350 Crosspointe Drive, Fairfax Station, VA 22039  | Main Office: 703.690.5100
Attendance: 703.690.5151 | Web | Twitter