Franklin Sherman Flash - January 21

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Principal's Message

Dear FSES Community, 

 

As the winter weather continues, I hope you are all staying warm and safe. I also hope you are finding ways to stay active and engaged, whether it's enjoying indoor activities, exploring nature trails, or simply spending quality time with your family. 

Next week on 1/28, the second quarter ends and the 29th is a teacher work day. If you have any questions regarding your child's progress, please reach out to your child's teacher and they would be happy to meet with you. 

Our PTA meeting for February has been moved to 2/19 at 5:30. We plan to review with the community our school's mid-year academic and social emotional data. Please save the date! We will have child care available and hope to see you. 

As always, please don't hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

January 27 & 28  Lost and Found Cleanout

January 28  End of Q2 (Full Day of School)

January 29  Student Holiday

February 7  FSES World CultureFest

Febraury 12  PTA Meeting

February 17  Presidents Day Holiday

March 7  Harlem Wizards Event al Langley HS

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents 2024-25 Yearbook Ordering is Open Online

Franklin Sherman's 2024-25 yearbook ordering is open online.

Visit www.buytheyearbook.com and use the code 725681 in order to order our school's book.

The cost is $21.50.

Ordering will close on April 18.

 

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FCPS Trust Policy

April 28, 2022, the School Board voted to adopt the Trust Policy affirming our commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students and their families. This policy aligns Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) policy with Fairfax County Government's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. This policy ensures that students and families can access the division’s benefits and services without fear of information being disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. To review the FCPS Trust Policy, please click here. 

 

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SOL Scores in ParentVUE

Under a VDOE directive, divisions must distribute a state-generated Student Assessment Summary Report to families by the end of January.

The week of January 21, reports will be centrally loaded to SIS ParentVUE Documents for families with SIS access.

 

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Lost and Found Cleanout

Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!

Monday and Tuesday January 27 and 28 the Lost and Found is OPEN and will be in the main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.

Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.

All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church.

 

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Harlem Wizards

Friday, March 7
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Langley High School

Get your tickets now for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. A portion of the proceeds will benefit FSES PTA. Purchase your tickets today to reserve your spot at the game. We anticipate this event will sell out, please grab your tickets early!

 

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Message from Longfellow MS

It was such a pleasure meeting many of our rising 7th graders, parents, and guardians during last week’s Curriculum Night! We hope you found the evening informative and gained valuable insights into our curriculum, course offerings, and the wonderful opportunities to connect with our staff and students. If you weren’t able to attend, no problem! All presentations are available on the LMS Academic Advising website for your convenience.

Please keep an eye out for upcoming programs and activities designed to ensure a smooth and successful transition for all our rising 7th-grade students.

Thank you for your partnership—we’re excited to work together to support your student’s success as they begin their middle school journey!

 

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News from Our PTA Host a Table for World CultureFest

Friday, 2/7

World CultureFest 2025 is now only three weeks away! FSES PTA is excited to be hosting this amazing event again this year. The event is free to attend and we will have prizes for youth who visit all of the countries on their CultureFest 2025 passport!

We need FSES community help to make this year’s CultureFest an incredible celebration of our community’s rich diversity. Please sign up to host a table to represent your culture. Share your culture with our students and families through food, traditions, and stories.

Countries represented 2025 (so far):

--Australia
--Greece
--Persia
--Lebanon
--Israel
--Argentina
--Japan 

--SIGN UP TODAY TO INCLUDE YOURS

This is a wonderful opportunity to educate our children about the world, foster respect and understanding, and bring everyone together in the spirit of unity. Let’s inspire the next generation by showcasing what makes your culture unique!

 

Sign up now to host a table and make a difference in our students’ lives!

 

Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News

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

  • Dress Children Warmly
  • Proposed Construction Projects
  • Dual Language Immersion Lottery
  • Student Rights and Responsibilities and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash - January 13

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Principal's Message

Dear FSES Community, 

I want to express my sincere gratitude to each and every one of you who took the time to complete the survey regarding my first year as Principal. Your valuable input is incredibly important to me as I strive to create the best possible learning environment for our students.

I truly appreciate your feedback, especially concerning communication regarding the management of student discipline. I recognize the importance of clear and transparent communication regarding Student Rights and Responsibilities. I am committed to proactive communication and will continue to explore ways to enhance this aspect of my practice. I do encourage you to reach out to me individually if you have specific questions pertaining to your student.

Furthermore, I appreciate your recognition of the positive impact of PTA funds on our school and the ways I have worked with the staff here to enhance our learning environments.  Your support has been instrumental in providing our teachers with valuable resources and ensuring our students have access to the latest technology.

Finally, I am encouraged by your positive feedback on my visibility and communication methods. I believe in the importance of open and honest communication with our community, and I will continue to strive to maintain these lines of communication.

Your feedback is invaluable, and I will use it to guide my decision-making and continue to work towards long-term school improvement plans.

 

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out. I look foward to your continued collaboration. 

 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

January 20  Martin Luther King Day Holiday

January 27 & 28  Lost and Found Cleanout

January 28  End of Q2 (Full Day of School)

January 29  Student Holiday

February 7  FSES World CultureFest

Febraury 12  PTA Meeting

February 17  Presidents Day Holiday

March 7  Harlem Wizards Event al Langley HS

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Lost and Found Cleanout

Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!

Monday and Tuesday January 27 and 28 the Lost and Found is OPEN and will be in the main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.

Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.

All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church.

 

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ST Math Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish. 

 

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Harlem Wizards

Friday, March 7
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Langley High School

Get your tickets now for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. A portion of the proceeds will benefit FSES PTA. Purchase your tickets today to reserve your spot at the game. We anticipate this event will sell out, please grab your tickets early!

 

Purchase Tickets

 

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News from Our PTA Volunteer Opportunity: After School Enrichment Program On-Site Lead Needed!

The volunteer will serve as our On-Site Lead. This position may also be split into two if two parents would like to share the role.

Key Details:
• Dates: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from January 21st to March 13th
• Time Commitment: 3:50 pm - 5:20 pm
• Location: Franklin Sherman Elementary School

Role Overview:
The On-Site Lead will play a crucial role in helping our programs run smoothly. Responsibilities include assisting instructors with student gathering, taking attendance, periodically checking in on classes, and ensuring all students are signed out by their parents at the conclusion of the classes. As a thank you for your support, the On-Site Lead will receive a complimentary enrollment for their child in one of our enrichment classes.

If you’re interested or would like more information, please reach out to Matt Colsia at 404-242-9940.

  Host a Table for World CultureFest

Friday, 2/7

Those who would like do a Host Table to represent their country / culture should click on this link to secure their spot.  

Due to capacity constraints, we are limiting World CultureFest to 16 Host Tables — so if you want to have a Host Table, please sign up now! We can facilitate introductions for those wishing to represent the same culture.

Your table can be anything you want to make of it! Some ideas:

  • Provide samples of a favorite food with a recipe passed down from your family.
  • Dress in traditional clothing from your country/culture
  • Provide a fun game (like Australia's kangaroo jump!)
  • Hand out flags/balloons/stickers/candy (from your homeland)
  • Create a poster displaying artwork or fun facts about your country/culture

... The possibilities are endless!

 

Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night

Longfellow Middle School is excited to invite you to our Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 6-8 p.m.

This event will provide valuable information about Longfellow Middle School and the transition to middle school. Families will have the opportunity to hear from core and elective teachers as they highlight their engaging classes. Students and staff will also be available to answer any questions.

The Curriculum Night Schedule will be accessible on the LMS Academic Advising Website Wednesday, 1/15/2025.

The inclement weather date has changed and will now be Tuesday, January 21st from 6-8 p.m. 

We warmly invite all rising 7th students, parents, and guardians to join us for this informative and engaging evening.

We look forward to meeting our future Lancers!

 

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FCPS News

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

  • Snow Days Don’t Stop School Meals
  • Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings
  • Cell Phones Off, Learning On

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash - January 10

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Principal's Message

Happy New Year FSES Community, 

 

On behalf of the entire staff, I extend a warm welcome back to the 24-25 school year! We are thrilled to reconnect with our amazing students, families, and community members. Today, I have heard some fantastic sledding and vacation stories from the long winter break. It is great to see students in their PJs excited to be back! 

I am looking forward to continuing to watch your students grow and learn this year. As we move into our midyear assessments in the upcoming weeks, I look forward to seeing the academic growth as well as celebrating students as they demonstrate their progress in their 21st century skills.

Stay warm this weekend! 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

January 20  Martin Luther King Day Holiday

January 28  End of Q2 (Full Day of School)

January 29  Student Holiday

February 7  FSES World CultureFest

Febraury 12  PTA Meeting

February 17  Presidents Day Holiday

March 7  Harlem Wizards Event al Langley HS

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Attendance Is Important Every Day! 

Important Reminder: Keep up the great attendance

Set positive habits for the new year. Remember: positive attendance = higher academic achievement + better sense of belonging (more than 10% of the school year missed = chronic absenteeism)

There is a lot of potential at this time of year for illness.  If your child is not feeling well, please refer to FCPS guidance on when to keep your child home.

Find more attendance resources.

 

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ST Math Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish. 

 

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Harlem Wizards

Friday, March 7
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Langley High School

Get your tickets now for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. A portion of the proceeds will benefit FSES PTA. Purchase your tickets today to reserve your spot at the game. We anticipate this event will sell out, please grab your tickets early!

 

Purchase Tickets

 

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News from Our PTA Winter Enrichment Program Registration

Exclusive to FSES PTA members! Join today

Opens 12/16 10:00 am

Closes 1/12 11:59 pm

 

Tuesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Cartooning Art K-6th

Poppin Piano K-5th

 

Wednesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Cooking: Around the World K-6th

Pottery: Winter Pop Art Icons! K-6th

 

THursdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Sports Spectacular K-6th

    Host a Table for World CultureFest

Friday, 2/7

Those who would like do a Host Table to represent their country / culture should click on this link to secure their spot.  

Due to capacity constraints, we are limiting World CultureFest to 16 Host Tables — so if you want to have a Host Table, please sign up now! We can facilitate introductions for those wishing to represent the same culture.

Your table can be anything you want to make of it! Some ideas:

  • Provide samples of a favorite food with a recipe passed down from your family.
  • Dress in traditional clothing from your country/culture
  • Provide a fun game (like Australia's kangaroo jump!)
  • Hand out flags/balloons/stickers/candy (from your homeland)
  • Create a poster displaying artwork or fun facts about your country/culture

... The possibilities are endless!

 

Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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News from Longfellow MS

Longfellow Middle School is excited to invite you to our Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

This event will provide valuable information about Longfellow Middle School and the transition to middle school. Families will have the opportunity to hear from core and elective teachers as they highlight their engaging classes. Students and staff will also be available to answer any questions.

If inclement weather occurs, the event will be rescheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

We look forward to welcoming you to Longfellow!

 

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FCPS News

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

  • Snow Days Don’t Stop School Meals
  • Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings
  • Cell Phones Off, Learning On

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

Franklin Sherman Flash - December 20

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Principal's Message

Happy Holiday FSES Community, 

 

It is hard to believe it is already the end of December! I wish you all a relaxing, joyous holidy season and look forward to seeing you all in the new year. 

Franklin Sherman Office Closure Over Break - The front office will be closed over the next two weeks as we will all take this time to be with our family and recharge over this winter break. If you have an urgent issue, please email me and I'll be checking email periodically throughout the break. 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

 

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

January 6  School Resumes

February 7  FSES World CultureFest

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Outstanding Employee Awards

We are grateful to those parents across our community who took time to nominate our amazing staff for recognition this year.  In our staff meeting last week, we were able to recognize staff and announce our school winners.  Please see all nominees below.

Franklin Sherman Outstanding Employees 

Outstanding Operational Employee: Janet Tan, Administrative Assistant

Outstanding Teacher: Sarah Mantel, 3rd Grade Teacher 

Outstanding New Teacher: Maddie Lucas, 5th Grade Teacher 

Outstanding Professional Employee: Christian King, SBTS

Outstanding New Principal:  Farris Thomas, Principal

 

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Attendance Is Important Every Day! 

Important Reminder: Keep up the great attendance

School is in session until Friday, December 20th & starts back PROMPTLY on Monday, January 6th!!

Set positive habits for the new year. Remember: positive attendance = higher academic achievement + better sense of belonging (more than 10% of the school year missed = chronic absenteeism)

This is a big time of the year for both travel and for sicknesses. Please plan travel accordingly, and refer to the Health Flyer for parents “Can My Child Go To School?” when sick.

If your child is not feeling well, please refer to FCPS guidance on when to keep your child home.

Find more attendance resources.

 

 

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News from Our PTA Winter Enrichment Program Registration

Exclusive to FSES PTA members! Join today

Opens 12/16 10:00 am

Closes 1/12 11:59 pm

 

Tuesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Cartooning Art K-6th

Poppin Piano K-5th

 

Wednesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Cooking: Around the World K-6th

Pottery: Winter Pop Art Icons! K-6th

 

THursdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Sports Spectacular K-6th

    Host a Table for World CultureFest

Friday, 2/7

Those who would like do a Host Table to represent their country / culture should click on this link to secure their spot.  

Due to capacity constraints, we are limiting World CultureFest to 16 Host Tables — so if you want to have a Host Table, please sign up now! We can facilitate introductions for those wishing to represent the same culture.

Your table can be anything you want to make of it! Some ideas:

  • Provide samples of a favorite food with a recipe passed down from your family.
  • Dress in traditional clothing from your country/culture
  • Provide a fun game (like Australia's kangaroo jump!)
  • Hand out flags/balloons/stickers/candy (from your homeland)
  • Create a poster displaying artwork or fun facts about your country/culture

... The possibilities are endless!

 

Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

Franklin Sherman Flash - December 16

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Principal's Message

Happy Holiday FSES Community, 

This week we are celebrating the holiday spirit each day with a spirit day and grade level holiday festivities. In your child’s take home folder this week, you will see a handout from the school showcasing our year long School Improvement and Innovation Plan. Outlined are our reading, math, and 21st century skills this year. On the back side, we noted our celebrations so far for the 24-25 school year. These items would not be possible without the support of such a strong community. 

I truly appreciate your open levels of communication as I have asked to gather information on a survey regarding my leadership as I come up on being your principal for a year. I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to continuing the excellence of Franklin Sherman.

I wish you a restful, joyous holiday season and look forward to seeing you in the new year. 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

December 16-20  Spirit Week

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

January 6  School Resumes

February 7  FSES World CultureFest

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents This Week is Spirit Week

December 16-20 students are invited to participate in our Spirit Week.

  • Monday is Deck the Hall day so get decked out in your hippest holiday hat and Socks
  • Tuesday is Sleigh Day so bring your things to school in anything BUT a backpack
  • Wednesday is Winter Wonderland so wear blue and white
  • Thursday is Holiday Pajama Day
  • Friday is Ugly Sweater day

 

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Attendance Is Important Every Day! 

Important Reminder: Keep up the great attendance

School is in session until Friday, December 20th & starts back PROMPTLY on Monday, January 6th!!

Set positive habits for the new year. Remember: positive attendance = higher academic achievement + better sense of belonging (more than 10% of the school year missed = chronic absenteeism)

This is a big time of the year for both travel and for sicknesses. Please plan travel accordingly, and refer to the Health Flyer for parents “Can My Child Go To School?” when sick.

If your child is not feeling well, please refer to FCPS guidance on when to keep your child home.

Find more attendance resources.

 

 

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ST Math Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish. 

 

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News from Our PTA Winter Enrichment Program Registration

Exclusive to FSES PTA members! Join today

Opens 12/16 10:00 am

Closes 1/12 11:59 pm

 

Tuesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Cartooning Art K-6th

Poppin Piano K-5th

 

Wednesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Cooking: Around the World K-6th

Pottery: Winter Pop Art Icons! K-6th

 

THursdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Sports Spectacular K-6th

    Host a Table for World CultureFest

Friday, 2/7

Those who would like do a Host Table to represent their country / culture should click on this link to secure their spot.  

Due to capacity constraints, we are limiting World CultureFest to 16 Host Tables — so if you want to have a Host Table, please sign up now! We can facilitate introductions for those wishing to represent the same culture.

Your table can be anything you want to make of it! Some ideas:

  • Provide samples of a favorite food with a recipe passed down from your family.
  • Dress in traditional clothing from your country/culture
  • Provide a fun game (like Australia's kangaroo jump!)
  • Hand out flags/balloons/stickers/candy (from your homeland)
  • Create a poster displaying artwork or fun facts about your country/culture

... The possibilities are endless!

 

Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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News from Longfellow MS

Longfellow Middle School is excited to invite you to our Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

This event will provide valuable information about Longfellow Middle School and the transition to middle school. Families will have the opportunity to hear from core and elective teachers as they highlight their engaging classes. Students and staff will also be available to answer any questions.

If inclement weather occurs, the event will be rescheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

We look forward to welcoming you to Longfellow!

 

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FCPS News

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

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

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash - December 9

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Congratulations Mr. Steve on your 14 wonderful years of service to Franklin Sherman Elementary, on your 40 years of service to FCPS, and on your  retirement!  All Franklin Sherman Pandas wish you the best of luck and we will miss you!

 

Principal's Message

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Community Members,

As we approach the end of this year, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support and partnership. Your involvement in our school community has been invaluable, and I am truly grateful for your contributions.

To ensure that we continue to provide the best possible education for our students, I invite you to share your feedback and suggestions. Your insights will help me identify areas of strength and areas where I can improve for the school as a whole and individually.

Please take a moment to complete this anonymous survey. Your honest feedback will be invaluable as I work to enhance our school community.

Thank you for your time and support.

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

December 9  THREE HOUR EARLY RELEASE 

December 10  Winter Band, Chorus, & Strings Concert

December 11  PTA Meeting 8-9am; Zoom link in PTA Newsletter 

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Share Your Holiday Magic on Panda News Network!

Do you have a heartwarming holiday tradition, a funny family story, or a unique cultural celebration? PNN wants to hear your story. You can share by video or come to school to be part of a PNN broadcast. Reach out to Ms. Elston for more details!

 

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Attendance Is Important Every Day! 

The weeks surrounding winter break often include more empty seats in classrooms. Every hour of every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. Let’s nurture a rock-solid attendance habit.

A big thank you to:

  • 🌟 Students who show up daily and the parents/caregivers supporting them
  • 👩‍🏫 Teachers who create a welcoming environment for learning
  • 👨‍💼 Administrators who provide a safe and engaging place to grow
  • 👏 Bus drivers, support staff, and volunteers who help our learners

If you or your child needs support, please contact a school counselor, social worker, or family liaison. 

If your child is not feeling well, please refer to our guidance on when to keep your child home.

Find more attendance resources.

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

The Final AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions will be on:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Baroody Enrichment Program Registration - Coming Soon!

Registration: Monday, 12/16 10:00 am - Sunday 1/12 11:59 pm

Classes run from 1/21 to 3/13

Tuesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Wednesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Thursdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

  Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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News from Longfellow MS

Longfellow Middle School is excited to invite you to our Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

This event will provide valuable information about Longfellow Middle School and the transition to middle school. Families will have the opportunity to hear from core and elective teachers as they highlight their engaging classes. Students and staff will also be available to answer any questions.

If inclement weather occurs, the event will be rescheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

We look forward to welcoming you to Longfellow!

 

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FCPS News

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

  • Family Academy Orientation
  • Literacy Resources
  • Attend a Boundary Review Committee Meeting

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

Franklin Sherman Flash - December 2

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

I hope everyone had a restful break. We had a jam packed two days before we all left for Thanksgiving. We had students working on “Balloons Over Broadway” which is a creative and critical thinking activity inspired by the book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet. This book tells the story of Tony Sarg, the puppeteer who created the iconic balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Students were tasked with brainstorming ideas for their own unique parade balloon. This project blends literature, art, and engineering, making it a favorite for encouraging cross-curricular learning and hands-on creativity.

We also celebrated our students of the month "Paws-a-tive Panda" communicator awards for students in each grade level. The students are announced on the morning news and then Mr. Ralston and I deliver certificates. 

Staff, students, and the community participated in our first annual Turkey Trot before the break and it was a huge success. Whether students ran or walked with friends, it was an exciting day for all. 

We look forward to the quick weeks in December to have a PTA meeting December 11th from 8-9. Please do join us on the Zoom link if you are unable to come in person. On December 9th, we will have a three hour early release. 

Thank you for your continued support. Stay warm!

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

December 6  Picture Retake Day

December 9  THREE HOUR EARLY RELEASE 

December 11  PTA Meeting 8-9am; Zoom link will be provided 

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Student Portrait Retakes

Retake & Makeup Picture Day 

Don’t forget, for those students who missed our picture day, Friday, December 6 is the chance to get it taken.  It will be in the Gym starting at 9:30 a.m.

School Photos are now online!
Families should have received an E-proof via email.
Please remember to check your spam.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: [email protected]

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

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 Christy Stoermann ([email protected]) no later than December 15, 2024. 

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

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection on February 13th by emailing Christy Stoermann.

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

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

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host a virtual office hour session on Friday, December 13 from 8:00-8:45 a.m. (Zoom Meeting Link) Bring your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

 

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News from Our PTA Baroody Enrichment Program Registration - Coming Soon!

Registration: Monday, 12/16 10:00 am - Sunday 1/12 11:59 pm

Classes run from 1/21 to 3/13

Tuesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Wednesdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

Thursdays (4:10 pm - 5:10 pm)

  Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

Franklin Sherman Flash - November 25

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

Tomorrow is our first annual Franklin Sherman Turkey Trot. We will have pom poms and clappers ready for parents to come and cheer on their child(ren).

 

Students will be running around our track competing for most laps and most spirited runner. We have an arch for the start line, race bibs, and we will have music and lots of fun!! Please join us. 

The times for each grade level are as follows:

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

G6

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

G5

12:15 - 12:45 p.m.

K

12:45 - 1:15 p.m.

G3

1:20 - 1:50 p.m.

G2 & EAC 

2:45 - 3:15 p.m.

G1

3:15 - 3:50 p.m.

G4

 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

November 27-29  Thanksgiving Holiday

December 9- THREE HOUR EARLY RELEASE 

December 11  PTA Meeting 8-9am; Zoom link will be provided 

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Student Portraits Are Now Online!

School Photos are now online!
Families should have received an E-proof via email.
Please remember to check your spam.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: [email protected]

 

The team at Victor O’Neill Studios would like to thank Franklin Sherman Elementary School for a great picture day!

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Lexia Parent Night: Helping Children Learn to Read
  • Veterans Day Recognitions
  • Resources on IEPs, Financial Aid, Literacy, Community Leadership
  • Teacher Hiring Event
  • Boundary Review Community Meetings
  • Fairfax Recycles Day and Touch-a-Truck Event

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

Franklin Sherman Flash - November 18

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

Last week was a fantastic week for FSES. Ms. Nevills and Mr. Ralston joined the chorus at the FCPS School Board meeting where they performed. I was invited to attend the Mclean Cititzen’s Association meeting as they celebrated their 110th anniversary and honored Franklin Sherman as a legacy partner. Both events were posted on our new social media sites- Facebook and Instagram. You can search for us as “franklinshermanelementary” and follow us for weekly shoutouts.

Next week, we will host our first annual Turkey Trot. We will have pom poms and clappers ready for parents to come and cheer on their child(ren). Students will be running around our track competing for most laps and most spirited runner. We have an arch for the start line, race bibs, and we will have music and lots of fun!! Please join us. 

The times for each grade level are as follows:

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

G6

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

G5

12:15 - 12:45 p.m.

K

12:45 - 1:15 p.m.

G3

1:20 - 1:50 p.m.

G2 & EAC 

2:45 - 3:15 p.m.

G1

3:15 - 3:50 p.m.

G4

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

November 27-29  Thanksgiving Holiday

December 11  PTA Meeting

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents This Week is Spirit Week November 18-24

To celebrate our only full five-day week in November, join us for Spirit Week, November 18-24! Here’s what’s in store:

Monday

Career Day – Dress as someone in a job or career that interests you. 

Tuesday

Wild Hair Day – Get creative with the silliest hair you can imagine. 

Wednesday

Superhero Day – Come as your favorite superhero. 

Thursday

Sports Day – Represent your favorite team or wear a sports outfit. 

Friday

School Spirit Day – Show off your Franklin Sherman pride with green, black, or school swag. 

 

All staff and students are encouraged to participate. Let’s make it a fun week!

 

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Student Portraits Are Now Online!

School Photos are now online!
Families should have received an E-proof via email.
Please remember to check your spam.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: [email protected]

 

The team at Victor O’Neill Studios would like to thank Franklin Sherman Elementary School for a great picture day!

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Save the Date for the Harlem Wizards

Friday, 3/7

Save the date for a community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards on March 7th at Langley High School! FSES is partnering with other McLean elementary schools and our FCPS teachers will take on the Harlem Wizards in a fun and wild basketball game. This event will sell out so be on the lookout for our ticket sale announcement. We will also need many volunteers to make this event a success so plan to sign up to help if you can!

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Lexia Parent Night: Helping Children Learn to Read
  • Veterans Day Recognitions
  • Resources on IEPs, Financial Aid, Literacy, Community Leadership
  • Teacher Hiring Event
  • Boundary Review Community Meetings
  • Fairfax Recycles Day and Touch-a-Truck Event

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

  FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

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Franklin Sherman Flash - November 12

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

 

I am excited to share that we are currently working on the organization and planning for Franklin Sherman’s first official Turkey Trot. We will be hosting this Turkey Trot on 11/26 for each grade level. Next week, you will receive your child’s grade level running start time. I encourage families to come and cheer on their children as they run our track and get ready to enjoy the long holiday weekend. More details will follow next week. 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

November 13  PTA Dine Out Night 5-9 p.m. 🌯🥑🌯🥑

November 14  Franklin Sherman's 100th Anniversary

November 27-29  Thanksgiving Holiday

December 11  PTA Meeting

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents FSES Choir Singing at School Board Meeting

Our very own FSES Choir will be singing the National Anthem at the FCPS Board Meeting on Thursday, 11/14 at Jackson Middle School (3020 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA). Come and support our Pandas!

 

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Spirit Week November 18-24

To celebrate our only full five-day week in November, join us for Spirit Week, November 18-24! Here’s what’s in store:

 

Monday

Career Day – Dress as someone in a job or career that interests you. 

Tuesday

Wild Hair Day – Get creative with the silliest hair you can imagine. 

Wednesday

Superhero Day – Come as your favorite superhero. 

Thursday

Sports Day – Represent your favorite team or wear a sports outfit. 

Friday

School Spirit Day – Show off your Franklin Sherman pride with green, black, or school swag. 

 

All staff and students are encouraged to participate. Let’s make it a fun week!

 

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Hola todos! Good news from Spanish Class!

Last week, our sixth students and Ms. Monica had their first meeting with the students and teacher of the Institución Educativa La Esperanza in Caquetá-Colombia  as part of the FLES Global Classroom Project this year for the second time.

This exciting exchange marks a step towards global learning, allowing our young students to become world citizens, innovators, and be aware of global challenges.

Together, they are exploring solutions that can have a positive impact on our community and beyond, based on the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Both schools have had a wonderful experience that allowed students to practice a second language (Spanish/English), improving their speaking comprehension and proficiency.

 

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Student Portraits Are Now Online!

School Photos are now online!
Families should have received an E-proof via email.
Please remember to check your spam.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: [email protected]

 

The team at Victor O’Neill Studios would like to thank Franklin Sherman Elementary School for a great picture day!

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA 110th Anniversary of FSES

Saturday, November 16, 9:00 am to noon

McLean Citizens Association (MCA), the county's oldest continuously operating civic association, will be hosting a History Walk through McLean’s downtown to celebrate the 110th anniversary of the founding of FSES and MCA on October 19, 1914. The walk will begin and end at the Old Firehouse Teen Center, 1440 Chain Bridge Road, and should take about an hour. It will focus on the accomplishments of the MCA, which includes the original Franklin Sherman School. Registration is requested - please click here to register.

 

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
  • Free Webinars for Families
  • Fall Testing Results
  • Boundary Review Community Meetings

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

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

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Franklin Sherman Flash - November 6

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

I hope everyone had a wonderful, long weekend with the gorgeous weather. Last week we had a fun Storybook character day where staff and students dressed up. Students voted on group and individual costumes of the staff. There was a fun competitive spirit throughout the building. We also had a lovely grilled cheese and tomato soup for all the staff. Thank you to the PTA for generously donating so much food and drinks for this event. 

We also started our student recognition program at the end of the week. Each month the students will be nominated by staff members based on one of the FCPS Portrait of  a Graduate attributes.  The past month the first “Paws-a-tive Panda Award” celebrated students who were demonstrating skills as good collaborators. These are announced on Panda News Network and certificates are given out by Mrs. Thomas & Mr. Ralston during the day. 

I hope you were each able to set up a time to meet with your child’s teacher for feedback on the first quarter. We are excited to begin the 2nd quarter and look forward to continuing to work together to help each and every student grow this year.

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

November 8  Nomination Deadline: Outstanding Employees

November 11  Veteran's Day Holiday

November 13  PTA Dine Out Night

November 14  Franklin Sherman's 100th Anniversary

November 27-29  Thanksgiving Holiday

December 11  PTA Meeting

December 23-January 3  Winter Vacation

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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Outstanding Employees Award

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for Franklin Sherman ES Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link as specified below. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

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

There are so many great staff in our building, please take the time to recognize and nominate them. 

 

Outstanding Teacher  Nomination Form

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  Nomination Form

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

  

Outstanding New Principal   Nomination Form

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)   

 

Outstanding Leader   Nomination Form

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) at their current location

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

 

Outstanding Professional Employee  Nomination Form

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 at their current location

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades

 

Outstanding Operational Employee  Nomination Form

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

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

 

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 8, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Janet Tan. 

 

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News from Our PTA Spirit Wear for Sale

It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.

Shop Now

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

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You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Return You Federal Impact Aid Survey
  • Opportunity to Review Social Studies Classroom Resources

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

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

Franklin Sherman Flash - Important Reminders

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Upcoming Calendar Dates:

October 31- storybook character dress up day & 2 hour early release. The school day ends at 2:05. 

November 1- no school 

November 4- no school for students

November 5- no school for students 

November 11- no school 

Outstanding Employees Award

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for Franklin Sherman ES Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link as specified below. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

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

There are so many great staff in our building, please take the time to recognize and nominate them. 

 

Outstanding Teacher  Nomination Form

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  Nomination Form

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

  

Outstanding New Principal   Nomination Form

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)   

 

Outstanding Leader   Nomination Form

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) at their current location

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

 

Outstanding Professional Employee  Nomination Form

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 at their current location

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades

 

Outstanding Operational Employee  Nomination Form

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

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

 

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 8, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Janet Tan. 

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Franklin Sherman Flash - Outstanding Employee Award Nominations

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Outstanding Employee Award Nominations

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Franklin Sherman ES Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete a nomination through the Google form links as specified. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category).

All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one more of the criteria for that award category. The google form links have more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards. 

There are so many great staff members in our building, and we would would love for them all to be recognized with a nomination.

The deadline to submit a nomination is November 8, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Janet Tan, Administrative Assistant.

 

 

Outstanding Teacher  Nomination Form

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  Nomination Form

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

  

Outstanding New Principal   Nomination Form

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)   

 

Outstanding Leader   Nomination Form

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) at their current location

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

 

Outstanding Professional Employee  Nomination Form

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 at their current location

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades

 

Outstanding Operational Employee  Nomination Form

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

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

 

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash - October 28- TYPO of DATES

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

 

Apologies for the typo of dates- please note the early release is THURSDAY 10/31. 

 

There is no school 11/1. 

 

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

October 28 & 29  Lost and Found Clean Out

October 31  Story Book Character Day

October 31  2 Hour Early Release - End Q1

November 1  Student Holiday

November 13  PTA Dine Out Night

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Federal Impact Aid Survey

The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify:

  • Military families
  • Federally connected families
  • Families living on a military base

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible. Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.

  • Step 1: Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account. If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter
  • Step 2: After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’
  • Step 3: Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page. This will take you to the Impact Aid Survey for you to complete

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please fill out a form for each child. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you get to the final page, and see a green check next to each of their names.

 

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Lost and Found Clean Out

Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!

Monday and Tuesday October 28 and 29 the Lost and Found is OPEN and will be in the main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.

Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.

All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church, Share Clothing Room after October 30.

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Spirit Wear for Sale

It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.

Shop Now

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Immunization Clinics for Students
  • Opportunity to Review Social Studies Classroom Resources
  • More on Student-Driven Menus Celebrating Flavor and Diversity
  • Fairfax County Guide to Halloween

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

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

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Franklin Sherman Flash - October 28

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

We hope you’ve enjoyed the fun and spooky festivities this weekend! Thank you to the PTA for organizing a community movie night and our annual Monster Dash. Both were huge successes. 

For those of you who were unable to attend our first Literacy Night. Linked here you can access the informative parent session run by Jennifer Borders. 

As a reminder, we will have a TWO-HOUR EARLY RELEASE on Wednesday, October 31st. There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, November 1st.

On Thursday, October 31st, students and staff are invited to dress up as their favorite storybook characters. Please remember to avoid masks and weapons.

As we approach the end of the quarter, please reach out to your child’s teacher if you would like to schedule a conference.

Thank you for your continued support.

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

October 28 & 29  Lost and Found Clean Out

October 31  Story Book Character Day

October 31  2 Hour Early Release - End Q1

November 1  Student Holiday

November 13  PTA Dine Out Night

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Federal Impact Aid Survey

The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify:

  • Military families
  • Federally connected families
  • Families living on a military base

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible. Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.

  • Step 1: Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account. If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter
  • Step 2: After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’
  • Step 3: Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page. This will take you to the Impact Aid Survey for you to complete

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please fill out a form for each child. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you get to the final page, and see a green check next to each of their names.

 

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Lost and Found Clean Out

Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!

Monday and Tuesday October 28 and 29 the Lost and Found is OPEN and will be in the main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.

Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.

All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church, Share Clothing Room after October 30.

 

Top of Page

 

AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Spirit Wear for Sale

It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.

Shop Now

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Immunization Clinics for Students
  • Opportunity to Review Social Studies Classroom Resources
  • More on Student-Driven Menus Celebrating Flavor and Diversity
  • Fairfax County Guide to Halloween

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

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

 

Thank you to those of you who were able to join us for our PTA meeting and Literacy Night last

Wednesday. Mrs. Borders did a phenomenal job working with our reading committee to

orchestrate such a fun and educational night!! 

 

We have our second- 3 hour early release next Monday 10/28. We have 234 responses to our survey

indicating each students' plan for the afternoon. Please do respond ASAP as we need 100% responses. 

 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAOHmgrihstfTHb9liShaWgxQKymz3MG1iyuQ7E4V_vlM_Hw/viewform

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

October 23  Picture Day

October 25  Movie Night

October 27  Monster Mash Dash

October 28  3 Hour Early Release Day

October 28 & 29  Lost and Found Clean Out

October 31  Story Book Character Day

October 31  2 Hour Early Release - End Q1

November 1  Student Holiday

November 13  PTA Dine Out Night

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Picture Day is Wednesday

📸 Pictures will be available approximately two to three weeks after photo day.
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132829#login
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email [email protected]

 

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Lost and Found Clean Out

Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!

Monday and Tuesday October 28 and 29 the Lost and Found is OPEN and will be in the main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.

Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.

All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church, Share Clothing Room after October 30.

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Movies Under the Stars (IF)

Friday, October 25
Music starts at 5:30 p.m.
Movie will start at dusk (6:30-6:45 p.m.)

We really need volunteers to make this event a success! Slots are only 90 minutes long. Please sign up for a slot (or two) to volunteer here. Volunteering is a great way to meet other parents. Teens are also welcome to volunteer and can earn service hours. If you cannot volunteer yourself, please ask a friend or neighbor if their teen is available to help. Any questions, please email Ben Moore or Katie Sear.

Dinner at the Movie: Order your pizza for movie night. Pizza will only be available to those families who have pre-ordered by Thursday, October 24 at 12:00 p.m. We will NOT have extra pizzas for sale on site. If you miss this deadline, please plan to bring your own food.

 

Monster Mash Dash

Registration is now open! Sign up your family to join us for a 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run, and get some exercise before everyone indulges in Halloween candy! Costumes are encouraged. Now in its eleventh year, this is Franklin Sherman's primary fundraising event of the year and one of its most widely-attended!

Early registration ends Friday, September 27!

  Spirit Wear for Sale

It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.

Shop Now

  PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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Longfellow News

Trivia Night- benefitting Longfellow Quiz Bowl Team 

HOSTED BY MR. EUGENE HUANG

 

When:    

October 25th 6:00 – 9:00PM

6:00 (Doors Open)

6:30 (Trivia Start)

Where

Lecture Hall

Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place

 

Pizza, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase

Students, TEACHERS, and parents are invited to attend.

 

Sign Up

Use the link below to sign up https://forms.gle/SzotTbKHC1AZUBvq5

At the Door

Cost - $5 per person, Max 4 people per team

 

 

Questions

Contact Bindhu Zachariah at [email protected]

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week
  • 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. 

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences Only: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

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Franklin Sherman Flash - Picture Day is Comming

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Picture Day is Comming!

School Picture Day is Coming!

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day

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Franklin Sherman Flash - October 14

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

Please join us this Wednesday for a PTA meeting at 5:30 where our school board member, Robyn Lady, will be joining us. The PTA meeting will be followed by our first family literacy night! 

At our Literacy Night, there will be games for all ages and information for parents to learn about Science of Reading and our new language arts curriculum. 

Just a reminder that at the end of this month on 10/28 we will have another 3 hour early release. We will only contact parents who had their child stay with us for the last early release. SACC will now be open.

On 10/31, we have a two hour early release for the end of the quarter and no school on November 1.

 

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

October 16  PTA Meeting

October 16  Literacy Night

October 23  Picture Day

October 25  Movie Night

October 27  Monster Mash Dash

October 28  3 Hour Early Release Day

October 28 & 29  Lost and Found Clean Out

October 31  Story Book Character Day

October 31  2 Hour Early Release - End Q1

November 1  Student Holiday

November 13  PTA Dine Out Night

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Literacy Night

Wednesday, October 16 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Please join us at Franklin Sherman for Family Literacy Night. Activities will take place in the cafeteria, gym and library.

During the event families will learn more about evidence-based literacy practices, spend time reading and playing games with your children, and you may even win prizes!

 

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Lost and Found Clean Out

Your Stuff Misses YOU TOO!

Monday and Tuesday October 28 and 29 the Lost and Found will be  OPEN and will be in the school main lobby from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.

Parents are welcome to swing by the school on these two days to claim any missing item(s) from their household.

All unclaimed belongings will be donated to the McLean Baptist Church, Share Clothing Room after October 30.

 

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AAP Full-Time Questions & Support: Virtual Office Hours

Ms. Stoermann, our Advanced Academic Resource teacher, will host virtual office hours sessions to help you with your questions regarding AAP Full Time screening (available to students in Grades 2-6) or any other AAP questions you have.

Office Hours will be held virtually on the following dates:

AART Virtual Office hours to support your questions:

The county deadline for submitting the AAP Full-Time family referral is Sunday, December 15th. This is a county set deadline, and late entries will not be accepted. Parents are encouraged to turn in their forms and supporting documents early to ensure that they are formatted appropriately for the screening portfolio. The AAP Full Time Parent Referral form can be found at the bottom of the AAP In FCPS website.

 

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News from Our PTA Monster Mash Dash

Registration is now open! Sign up your family to join us for a 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run, and get some exercise before everyone indulges in Halloween candy! Costumes are encouraged. Now in its eleventh year, this is Franklin Sherman's primary fundraising event of the year and one of its most widely-attended!

Early registration ends Friday, September 27!

 

 

 

Movie Under the Stars - 10/25

FSES is presenting another movie night at Franklin Sherman on Friday, October 25th— mark your calendars! More details to come later….. 

 

 

Spirit Wear for Sale

It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.

Shop Now

    PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 10/16 5:30-6:30 pm (Literacy Night session to follow meeting)

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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Longfellow News

Trivia Night- benefitting Longfellow Quiz Bowl Team 

HOSTED BY MR. EUGENE HUANG

 

When:    

October 25th 6:00 – 9:00PM

6:00 (Doors Open)

6:30 (Trivia Start)

Where

Lecture Hall

Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place

 

Pizza, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase

Students, TEACHERS, and parents are invited to attend.

 

Sign Up

Use the link below to sign up https://forms.gle/SzotTbKHC1AZUBvq5

At the Door

Cost - $5 per person, Max 4 people per team

 

 

Questions

Contact Bindhu Zachariah at [email protected]

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • Virtual Lexia Parent Information Night
  • Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
  • Encouraging Students to Care for One Another

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

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

6633 Brawner St. McLean, VA 22101  | Main Office: 703.506.7900

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Franklin Sherman Flash - October 7

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Principal's Message

FSES Community, 

I hope everyone had a wonderful, long weekend. I wanted to share our previous PTA meeting that was recorded on Zoom:

Here is the link and password for the recording:

https://comptia.zoom.us/rec/share/-Vk5nSuOnRzbrXa9Tnho0-S7N2GUK6Gz2SXatJKsPZj3CKuGfvH7hF782jztbxs.iCoQRy6AO7y7NHfu

Passcode: T76$C0+.

At this past meeting, Christy Stoermann, Christian King, and Kim Denton presented on the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support as it pertains to FCPS and specifically to FranklIn Sherman. Our next PTA meeting is 10/16 at 5:30. Following the PTA meeting will be our Literacy Night hosted by our reading committee at 6:30. We hope to see you all for the PTA meeting and our first Literacy Night at FS.

Farris Thomas
Principal 
Franklin Sherman ES

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Important Dates

October 14  Student Holiday - Staff Development Day

October 16  Literacy Night

October 23  Picture Day

October 25  Movie Night

October 27  Monster Mash Dash

October 31  Story Book Character Day

October 31  2 Hour Early Release - End Q1

November 1  Student Holiday

School Calendar:  2024-25

 

Contents Literacy Night

Wednesday, October 16 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Please join us at Franklin Sherman for Family Literacy Night. Activities will take place in the cafeteria, gym and library.

During the event families will learn more about evidence-based literacy practices, spend time reading and playing games with your children, and you may even win prizes!

 

 

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Safeway Pharmacy Providing Free Immunizations for FCPS Students

 Free Immunizations for All FCPS Students

Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment and provide consent for their student(s). The immunization clinics are being held at Frost Middle School, 4101 Pickett Rd. Fairfax, VA 22032, on: 

  • Tuesday, October 8, 3 to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Students under the age of 19, with a scheduled appointment and parental consent, must be accompanied by their parent, guardian, or another adult over the age of 19. 

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 in order to provide consent.   

Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.

 

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News from Our PTA Monster Mash Dash

Registration is now open! Sign up your family to join us for a 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run, and get some exercise before everyone indulges in Halloween candy! Costumes are encouraged. Now in its eleventh year, this is Franklin Sherman's primary fundraising event of the year and one of its most widely-attended!

Early registration ends Friday, September 27!

  Fall Photo Mini Photo Sessions

Please sign up today on the Sign Up Genius if you would like to participate. A portion of the proceeds benefits FSES PTA.

Please note that these spots tend to go very quickly!

 


Fall Drive for Share - Halloween Costumes

Do you have old Halloween costumes your kids have outgrown? If so, please consider donating them so that kids in need can "shop" for them at SHARE! There is a bin in the school lobby where you can place old costumes. Any size, including baby costumes, are welcome!

The drive will run through THIS Friday, October 11.

Any questions, please email Katie Sear at [email protected].

 

 

Movie Under the Stars - 10/25

FSES is presenting another movie night at Franklin Sherman on Friday, October 25th— mark your calendars! More details to come later….. 

 

 

Spirit Wear for Sale

It's time to stock up on your Franklin Sherman spirit wear! There is a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more available. Items are print on demand and a portion of proceeds go to the FSES PTA.

Shop Now

    PTA Meeting Dates 2024-2025 - Save the Date!

Wednesday, 10/16 5:30-6:30 pm (Literacy Night session to follow meeting)

Wednesday, 12/11 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 2/12 5:30-6:30 pm

Wednesday, 4/2 8:00-9:00 am

Wednesday, 5/21 8:00-9:00 am

  Join the PTA

You can make a difference in your school community and will receive the weekly PTA Newsletter. Annual PTA membership costs only $20 and is due EACH school year.  Join the PTA Today!

 

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FCPS News FCPS This Week

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

  • FCPS Wants to Further Support Military Families
  • Sign and Return SR&R
  • Upcoming 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.

 

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS and specifically Franklin Sherman.

FCPS Cares Program

 

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Reminders Reporting All Day Absences

FCPS has created clearer guidance for reporting attendance.  Please use  using one of the methods below:

  • ParentVUE: Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, parents or legal guardians can submit up to two consecutive full-day absences using SIS ParentVUE. Learn more about attendance reporting through ParentVUE on the FCPS website: fcps.edu/attendance.
  • Call the school's attendance line at 703-506-7979.
  • Email the front office at [email protected]. When emailing an absence or tardy, please include your child's first and last name and their teacher's name.

All Day Absences: The Attendance feature in ParentVUE is the FCPS secure web solution for reporting all day absences.

Partial Absence: To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance, please contact the school. Our school's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

 

Attendance Tip

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 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!

 

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Franklin Sherman Flash Archive and Translation Available On Our Website

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Attendance: 703-506-7979 | Web | Facebook | Instagram

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