FCPS

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters When Should Your Child Stay Home From School?

Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.

Help your student succeed by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. So when should your child stay home? Visit our site for helpful ideas regarding absences and how to work with your child and your school.

If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify the McNair Elementary School main office so that assistance can be provided if needed. Keep an open line of communication with our school's public health nurse, Yasamin Asmat, and call the school as soon as you know your child will be absent and tell school staff why and for how long. Attend today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Thanksgiving Luncheon at McNair

Thank you to all who were able to RSVP to attend our McNair Elementary School Thanksgiving Luncheon on Friday, November 22nd. Please see the following important information pertaining to the luncheon.

Our schedule is below as well as here: schedule.docx
Families can check-in at Door 1 for the luncheon. Parents/Guardians that purchased lunch will receive a ticket to go through the lunch line. Guests that did not purchase a lunch will be able to report directly to their child’s homeroom table assignment. All registered guests will receive a visitor badge.
Please ensure that you bring a valid ID with you to sign-in. (Please note, photos of your identification on your telephone will not be accepted. We ask parents to bring a valid driver’s license, passport, or identification card.) We appreciate your support as safety is a priority.
Below you will find the Thanksgiving Luncheon Schedule. Please review carefully so that you do not miss your child’s lunch time. We do recommend arriving early to provide enough time to check-in. When reviewing the schedule, you will notice some classes will have lunch in the cafeteria and others will enjoy their lunch in the gymnasium or even their classroom.
Families are welcome to shop at the McNair Scholastic Book Fair anytime from 11:00-2:00pm in the library on Friday.
If you are interested in volunteering at the luncheon or at the Book Fair, please let us know! You may contact the main office at 703-493-4800.

We are grateful to get to spend this joyous time together with our Mustang Community! We look forward to seeing you on Friday at the Thanksgiving Luncheon!

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

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

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

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

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

Need to Register for ParentVUE?

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey.

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

Hour of Code at McNair ES

Thank you for your continued support in fostering a safe and positive online learning environment for all our Mustangs! In December, we'll be diving into the exciting world of coding when students attend Technology Lab! Students will get hands-on experience with both digital coding activities and unplugged (offline) activities to solidify their understanding.

Digital Resources Consent Reminder: To ensure your child can access FCPS-approved digital resources for coding activities, please review this link and give your permission for your child to access safe, engaging learning websites. If you have any questions, feel free to email Ms. Perri at [email protected].

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Dr. Reid, Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools, has launched the FCPS Family Vision Group. This group brings together parents and caregivers in a meaningful way through sharing diverse perspectives to ensure that FCPS provides the best possible education experience for each and every student. The Family Vision Group also provides another opportunity to put our 2023-2030 Strategic Plan in action through meaningful communication and collaboration with families and caregivers.

By participating, parents/caregivers gain valuable knowledge and connections to become powerful partners in their child's educational journey. The group also facilitates open discussions with Dr. Reid on important topics related to student success. Bi-monthly meetings (August 2024 - May 2025) ensure consistent school representation and foster open communication through Q&A sessions, and feedback opportunities to help participants inform other families at their schools. The FCPS Family Vision Group seeks to recognize and strengthen the positive impact of community engagement on student achievement.

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

If you are interested in serving as a family representative for the McNair ES community, please reach out to Principal Watson by email at [email protected] or by calling the main office at 703-793-4800.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

We would love the help of our McNair families to stock both of our school's teacher workrooms with snacks, treats, and drinks for our hard working staff members to enjoy while they plan engaging lessons and activities for our Mustangs.

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

We understand that it may be inconvenient to walk to the crosswalk, but not doing so puts our students at risk. By modeling responsible behavior and using the crosswalk with the crossing guard or police officer, we can create a safer environment for everyone. Please discuss the importance of crosswalk safety with your child and encourage them to always use the designated paths. Your support and partnership in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP November Newsletter

This month, Mrs.Janofsky and Mrs. Burg highlight Questioning and share how it is a vital skill that fosters critical thinking and curiosity. By asking
thoughtful questions, we encourage our children to explore ideas, challenge assumptions, and seek deeper understanding. Check out the latest edition of the AAP November Newsletter.

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referrals for Full Time AAP Screening are due no later than December 15 at 11:59 p.m. This is a firm deadline, and no exceptions will be made. Please refer to this checklist for links to referral documents and submission instructions.

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Burg

Mrs. Burg will host office hours on Zoom to answer questions and provide clarity around the Full Time AAP Screening Process. If one of these times does not work for you, please email your question directly to Mrs. Burg at [email protected].

Monday 12/2 10am-11am
Wednesday 12/11 5pm-6pm
Friday 12/13 TBD

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Burg ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Cafeteria Hostess Opportunity

McNair Elementary School is currently hiring for a Cafeteria Hostess. If you are interested in this hourly position and would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Brandy O'Bryant at [email protected] or at 703-793-4800.

Tutoring Resources for Families

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

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

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

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

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

As our community knows, teamwork makes the dream work! We are looking for parent volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at the McNair Book Fair or at the McNair Thanksgiving Luncheon, please contact our main office at 703-793-4800.

We appreciate your ongoing partnership and support to make events like these possible for all of our Mustangs!

PTA Updates Get Involved with the PTA!

The PTA supports our schools through help from our community. One way we do that is through the help of our wonderful volunteers! Whether you're available for an hour a year or an hour a week to pitch in - we have opportunities that meet everyone's busy schedule!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

Our PTA Is Now on Facebook!

Please like & follow to get the latest updates. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Harris Teeter’s Together In Education Program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. A percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn.

Instruction for Families

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter

**Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.**

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

PTA Volunteers Needed

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Financial Committee (3 volunteers needed!)
Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

PTA Reflections Update

If you've signed up for the PTA Reflections 2024-2025, it's time to submit your work. Just make sure to follow all the instructions. Good luck!

Submission Format: Digital

Submissions Due Date: November 13th, 2024

Submission Details Link: https://mcnairespta.givebacks.com/w/reflections

Community Resources

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

📍Boundary Review Community Meeting

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

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

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

CTE Career Development Month

By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school. Based on the needs of the populations served, each school determines optional courses to be offered. Learn more about Academies and Specialized Programs.

Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.

Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

National Family Engagement Month

This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.

FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.

Additionally, every school has a family liaison who will welcome and orient families, and help them understand the school's culture, policies, procedures, and practices. They can help connect families to resources in the community. Family liaisons might also assist a family in transitioning to a new school and encourage family-school partnerships to help ensure their student's success and healthy development.

If you have questions or would like more information, contact our McNair Elementary School Main Office at 703-793-4800 to connect with our family liaison, Selene Vargas, or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Schools and offices will be closed November 27-29. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, December 2. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. See the complete school year calendar.

FCPS News

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

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

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

November Edition: AAP Community Newsletter

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair & Storytime with the Principal at McNair ES 4:30-6:00pm

November 20: PTA November Meeting at the McNair ES Cafeteria, 6:30-8:00pm

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES (Schedule will be shared soon!)

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We look forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year! #BloomingTogether #McNairCARES

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements November 15, 2024 Weekly Update from Mrs. Goddin

Hello MUES Families,

Last Friday, we celebrated Veterans Day at MUES by having a wonderful sing along that was led by our incredibly talented music teachers, Ms. Scott and Ms. Schatz. Students, staff, and our special guests were treated to patriotic music and beautiful artwork created by our Mustangs under the direction of our wonderful art teacher, Ms. Coe. We even had an interactive part of our celebration led by Ms. Smith and Ms. Luck, our awesome PE teachers, that got our Mustangs moving to some basic training activities and military drills.

The highlight of our ceremony was taking time to honor our military Veterans connected to the McNair Upper community. Please join me in thanking those MUES Veterans who were able to join us in person for this very special celebration: Mr. Avery (MUES parent), Mr. Butzlaff (MUES parent), Mrs. Bradner MUES school counselor), and Mr. Bradner (Mrs. Bradner's husband)!

Despite the rain today and cooler climate, I wish everyone the best weekend!

My Best,

Mrs. Goddin

Your Proud Principal

Thanksgiving Luncheon Celebration

On Thursday, November 21st, we will celebrate Thanksgiving at McNair Upper ES with our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon. In order to attend this event, you had to R.S.V.P. for it before the deadline, which was October 31st. Grade level lunchtimes were adjusted to accommodate our guests, so, unfortunately, we are unable to welcome walk-ins for this event due to capacity restrictions.

Please arrive five minutes earlier than your Mustangs scheduled lunchtime to get checked in and secure your lunch tickets, if you are eating a school lunch. We ask that you check-in at Door #1, which is the main entrance of our school building.

Below is the lunch schedule for each grade level:

3rd Grade Lunch #1: 10:30-11:00 AM
- McCarthy, Garrone, Thompson
3rd Grade Lunch #2: 11:05-11:35 AM
- Bruland, Feldman, Hosty
4th Grade Lunch #1: 11:40-12:10 PM
- Gillions, Luea, Gross
4th Grade Lunch #1: 12:15-12:45 PM
- Toman, Hakala, Pantalone
6th Grade Lunch: 12:50-1:20 PM
5th Grade Lunch: 1:25-1:55 PM

Boundary Review Community Meeting

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

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

Friendly Reminder: McNair AAP Community Newsletter

Please click on the link below to read this month's McNair AAP Community Newsletter:

Friendly Reminder: 6th Grade Basketball Club

Attention 6th grade students! Do you like playing basketball? If so, you’re in luck!

Mr. Smalley and Mr. Credle will be hosting a basketball club every Friday morning at 8:00 AM during the 2nd quarter of school in the McNair Upper gym. This club will start next Friday, November 15th at 8:00 AM and is open to boys and girls in 6th grade only. See you there!

Friendly Reminder: IEP Palooza & Community Resource Fair

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

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

Friendly Reminder: Don't Forget Your Driver's License

This is a friendly reminder that every time you visit a school in FCPS, you are expected to show a valid driver's license or government-issued ID.

If you plan to visit McNair Upper for a parent-teacher conference, to volunteer, to attend a special event during school hours, or to check-in/checkout your Mustang, the main office staff will ask you for one. This rule also applies for family members who visit our school frequently.

Please help our main office staff keep our Mustangs safe by assisting us in doing your part.

AAP Information

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referrals for Full Time AAP Screening are due no later than December 15th at 11:59 p.m. This is a firm deadline, and no exceptions will be made. Please refer to this checklist for links to referral documents and submission instructions. Here is the link: AAP Checklist Link

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Janofsky

Mrs. Janofsky will host office hours on Zoom to answer questions and provide clarity around the Full Time AAP Screening Process. Individual parent meetings will not be scheduled. If one of these times does not work for you, please email your question directly to Mrs. Janofsky at [email protected].

Friday 11/8, 11am-12pm
Friday 11/15 9am-10am
Friday 11/22 1pm-2pm
Monday 12/2 1pm-2pm
Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Janofsky ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Advanced Academic Programs: Services in Middle and High School – Virtual Information Session

Parents and Guardians of ALL 6th grade students are invited to attend an information session hosted by the Advanced Academic Resource Teachers (AARTs) from elementary schools within the Carson MS Pyramid and the Carson Middle School AART. The AARTs will jointly present an Overview of Advanced Academic Programs in Middle School and High School. The presentation will cover topics including the goals of AAP in FCPS, the AAP Continuum of Services in Middle and High School, Honors vs. AAP courses, and Math offerings available to students in middle school.

*Closed Captioning will be available in Spanish*

We will record this session and share the link afterwards for any families not able to join at this time.

Date: Wednesday, November 20th

Time: 9:30-10:30 AM

Join Zoom Meeting using this link:

https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96039005092?pwd=CtSji1gX0rntAL1rGVtVHF1wWLk60N.1

Meeting ID 960 3900 5092

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzW177NKHsP7Pp74vQx3cGJSMPE7eX06iR8fcPDEOk_COxeg/viewform

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

McNair PTA News...

McNair ES PTA has an official Facebook Page now! Please like & follow to get the latest updates.

LINK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

PTA invites all the members & non-members for the next General Meeting (attend In-Person or Virtually)!

Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Virtual: Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/teo-zsio-yvc

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 619-836-1328 PIN: ‪943 585 838#

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/teo-zsio-yvc?pin=6066876682452

McNair PTA is excited to announce that McNair Elementary School will be participating in the Virginia Science Olympiad (Division B) this year! This program offers our students an incredible opportunity to explore STEM through engaging, hands-on events and competitions.

What is Science Olympiad?

A national STEM competition where students collaborate in teams to compete in events covering topics like biology, engineering, physics, and more.

Who Can Join?

Open to 6th-grade and 5th grade (not participating in Division A) students. No prior experience is needed, just a passion for science and teamwork!

Important Dates:

The season will run from December 2024 through March 2025, with competition dates and preparatory sessions listed on our program page.

Registration Deadline:

Registration is now open and will close on Nov, 26th 2024.

How to Register:

To learn more about the program, event dates, and to register your child, please visit the Science Olympiad Information Page.

Spread the Word!

We encourage you to share this exciting opportunity with other 5th and 6th-grade families in your network! Whether it's through your child's friends or neighbors, let's ensure everyone has a chance to join this amazing program.

Let’s work together to make this a fun and enriching experience for our students!

For any questions please send an email to: [email protected]

Registration Link for VASO Division B:

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!

Reflections 2024-2025

If you've signed up for the PTA Reflections 2024-2025, it's time to submit your work. Just make sure to follow all the instructions. Good luck!

Submission Format: Digital

Submissions Due Date: November 13th, 2024

Submission Details Link: https://mcnairespta.givebacks.com/w/reflections

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Harris Teeter’s Together In Education program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. A percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn.

Instruction for Families:

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Volunteers Needed!

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections. We'd love for you to join us!

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

Thank you for all your support!

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

November 20th: PTA General Membership Meeting at 6:30 PM/McNair Upper ES
November 21st: Thanksgiving Luncheon (The R.S.V.P. window closed for this event on October 31st.)
November 27th-November 29th: Thanksgiving Holiday; school closed
December 9th: 3-Hour Early Release Day; dismissal is at 12:30 PM

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, November 12, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

This week we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Rose, our wonderful music teacher for sharing her talents with our young singers and preparing them them for their beautiful second grade performance in honor of our Veterans. If you were unable to join us, you are welcome to watch the recorded performance on this link.

Furthermore, we hope that you will join us this Wednesday at Taco Bamba for our PTA Fundraiser! Be sure to mention MCNAIR if purchasing in store or GIVE20 if purchasing online food orders or gift cards.

Next week, we look forward to our Scholastic Book Fair Family Night
& Storytime with the Principal, our November PTA Meeting, and our Thanksgiving Luncheon. Please contact the main office at 703-793-4800 if you are interested in volunteering at our McNair Book Fair or Thanksgiving Luncheon. As you know, teamwork really makes the dream work!

In addition, please see the following for a couple of friendly reminders:

Picture Retakes: These will take place tomorrow on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
Pumpkin Donations: We are accepting donations for medium/large sized pumpkins so that every classroom this month can participate in a special thankful and grateful activity. We are short pumpkins at this time so your partnership in making this happen is greatly appreciated!

Please continue to take care of yourselves and each other. We are here to support if you or your family need anything. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

As we begin second quarter, please continue to encourage your Mustang to have strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Visit FCPS’ Attendance web page for tips and strategies.

National School Psychology Week

This week we have the opportunity to celebrate the important work school psychologists do to help all students thrive. We continue to be so appreciative of Ms. Karen Brown, our incredible school psychologist at McNair Elementary School! Thank you Ms. Brown for all that you do for our Mustangs!

Learn more from the National Association of School Psychologists.

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

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

Need to Register for ParentVUE?

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey.

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

Donations Needed: Thankful & Grateful Activity

We are hoping to collect 40 large or medium-sized pumpkins so that each of our homeroom classes and specialists at McNair ES can have one for a project we will be completing during the month of November.

If you are able to donate a pumpkin, please fill out the very brief Google Form: Thankful & Grateful Activity Pumpkins can be dropped off at the main office no later than Wednesday, November 6th. If you have questions, please email Ms. Watson, Principal, at [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your help!

**Please note, McNair Upper ES will also be asking for donations as well. We appreciate all of your support for both school campuses! Please email Principal Goddin for any questions about pumpkin donations at Mcnair Upper ES at [email protected].**

Fall Picture Retakes

Our Fall Picture Retakes at McNair ES will be tomorrow on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. This link will allow parents to sign up to receive updates via email regarding their child's school portraits. These updates include promotions, additional deals and the ability to order more pictures at a later time. When entering student information, parents should be sure to enter the student's name as it is on file at the school.

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Elementary School Clinics

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP November Newsletter

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Burg

Friday 11/8, 9am-10am
Thursday 11/14, 12pm-1pm
Monday 12/2 10am-11am
Wednesday 12/11 5pm-6pm
Friday 12/13 TBD

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Burg ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Cafeteria Hostess Opportunity

Tutoring Resources for Families

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

We appreciate your ongoing partnership and support to make events like these possible for all of our Mustangs!

PTA Updates Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

Our PTA Is Now on Facebook!

Please like & follow to get the latest updates. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter

**Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.**

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is tomorrow, November 13th!

Event Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Be sure to mention the coupon code or the organization’s name upon ordering in-store for credit. When purchasing gift cards or ordering online through Taco Bamba’s website, guests will enter the code: GIVE20 in the coupon code area at check-out.

PTA Volunteers Needed

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Financial Committee (3 volunteers needed!)
Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

PTA Reflections Update

If you've signed up for the PTA Reflections 2024-2025, it's time to submit your work. Just make sure to follow all the instructions. Good luck!

Submission Format: Digital

Submissions Due Date: November 13th, 2024

Submission Details Link: https://mcnairespta.givebacks.com/w/reflections

Community Resources

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

📍Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month

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

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

IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair

Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students

Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.

Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.

CTE Career Development Month

Native American Heritage Month

Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

National Family Engagement Month

This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.

FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.

FCPS News

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

Fall Testing Results
Boundary Review Community Meetings
Resources for Families

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

November Edition: AAP Community Newsletter

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

November 13: Fall Picture Retakes at McNair ES

November 13: PTA Fundraiser at Taco Bamba (Code: "McNair/Give20")

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair & Storytime with the Principal at McNair ES 4:30-6:00pm

November 20: PTA November Meeting at McNair Upper ES, 6:30-8:00pm

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES (Schedule will be shared soon!)

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We look forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year! #BloomingTogether #McNairCARES

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements November 8, 2024 Weekly Update from Mrs. Goddin

Wednesday officially kicked off our 2nd quarter of the school year! During this short week, our staff have used this opportunity to reteach school-wide procedures, routines, and expectations. This aligns nicely with ways our Mustangs can earn Mustang Marks for their House.

Prior to the end of the 1st quarter, we had an awesome school-wide House Pep Rally where we revealed which House each of our classroom communities and staff members are part of. All students were given a House t-shirt free of charge. Please work with your Mustang to make sure that they take care of their t-shirt and keep in it a safe place so that they are able to wear it at future House spirit days.

This month, we have a lot of exciting events and activities planned! Today, we celebrated Veterans Day by having a school-wide sing along where our Mustangs sang patriotic songs. Students also had the opportunity to meet some of the Veterans who are part of the McNair Upper ES family. On November 21st, we will celebrate our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon. We look forward to welcoming family members who R.S.V.P.ed to join us. Lastly, we will celebrate Thanksgiving Break on November 27th-November 29th. Please make sure to mark these important dates on your calendar.

I wish everyone a wonderful long weekend! If you see a Veteran, please make sure to thank them for their service.

My Best,

Mrs. Goddin

Your Proud Principal

Veterans Day is November 11th- School Closed

This is a friendly reminder that all schools in FCPS will be closed on Monday, November 11th in honor of Veterans Day.

On behalf of the McNair Upper ES community, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of those who have served or are currently serving. Thank you for keeping us safe and protecting our rights. You serve as a great symbol of bravery!

McNair AAP Community Newsletter

Please click on the link below to read this month's McNair AAP Community Newsletter:

6th Grade Basketball Club

Attention 6th grade students! Do you like playing basketball? If so, you’re in luck!

IEP Palooza & Community Resource Fair

Friendly Reminder: Don't Forget Your Driver's License

This is a friendly reminder that every time you visit a school in FCPS, you are expected to show a valid driver's license or government-issued ID.

Please help our main office staff keep our Mustangs safe by assisting us in doing your part.

Annual Thankful & Grateful Activity

Each year during the month of November, we like to provide all of our classroom communities a pumpkin where our Mustangs document all of the wonderful things they are thankful for on it. We then use these pumpkins for our centerpieces at our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.

We are hoping to collect 40 large or medium-sized pumpkins so that each of our homeroom classes and specialists' classrooms at McNair Upper ES can have one.

If you are able to donate a pumpkin, please fill out the very brief Google Form below. Pumpkins can be dropped off at the main office beginning on Monday, October 28th.

Thankful & Grateful Pumpkin Donation

If you have questions, please email Mrs. Goddin, Principal, at [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your support!

Federal Impact Survey

The Federal Government owns property in Fairfax County, and those properties are removed from the local tax base. FCPS is eligible to apply for Federal Impact Aid funds as reimbursement for the lost tax revenue. FCPS uses the Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students and to support our request for Impact Aid resources, which become part of FCPS' general operating budget. Federally connected students are children of active-duty uniformed services personnel, children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing, and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.

McNair Upper Elementary School participates in this annual survey. Families are encouraged to complete the survey through ParentVUE beginning October 21st.

Here is more information about the Federal Impact Aid Survey that was shared with all families earlier this week:

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online.

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.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

AAP Information

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Janofsky

Friday 11/8, 11am-12pm
Friday 11/15 9am-10am
Friday 11/22 1pm-2pm
Monday 12/2 1pm-2pm
Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Janofsky ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Advanced Academic Programs: Services in Middle and High School – Virtual Information Session

*Closed Captioning will be available in Spanish*

We will record this session and share the link afterwards for any families not able to join at this time.

Date: Wednesday, November 20th

Time: 9:30-10:30 AM

Join Zoom Meeting using this link:

https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96039005092?pwd=CtSji1gX0rntAL1rGVtVHF1wWLk60N.1

Meeting ID 960 3900 5092

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

McNair PTA News...

McNair ES PTA has an official Facebook Page now! Please like & follow to get the latest updates.

LINK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!

Reflections 2024-2025

If you've signed up for the PTA Reflections 2024-2025, it's time to submit your work. Just make sure to follow all the instructions. Good luck!

Submission Format: Digital

Submissions Due Date: November 13th, 2024

Submission Details Link: https://mcnairespta.givebacks.com/w/reflections

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families:

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is happening soon!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

mention the coupon code or the organization’s name upon ordering in-store for credit.
When purchasing gift cards or ordering online through Taco Bamba’s website,
guests will enter the code: GIVE20 in the coupon code area at check-out.

Volunteers Needed!

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections. We'd love for you to join us!

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

Thank you for all your support!

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

November 11th: Veterans Day; school closed
November 20th: PTA General Membership Meeting at 6:30 PM/McNair Upper ES
November 21st: Thanksgiving Luncheon (The R.S.V.P. window closed for this event on October 31st.)
November 27th-November 29th: Thanksgiving Holiday; school closed

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, November 7, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

We have had a great start to the second quarter and continue to maximize every minute through providing rich learning experiences for our students. In addition, November is Take A Legislator to School Month. We are excited to announce that School Board Member Melanie Meren will be visiting McNair Elementary School and McNair Upper Elementary School today along with Senator Boysko and Delegate Shin. This is a fantastic opportunity to highlight the incredible work of our dedicated staff who are committed to helping our Mustangs reach their fullest potential.

Additionally, please mark your calendars for our upcoming events. We cannot wait for our Virtual Veterans Day 2nd Grade Performance on Friday, and later this month our McNair Book Fair Family Night and Storytime with Principal Watson, and our Thanksgiving Luncheon. Please be sure to contact the main office at 703-793-4800 if you are interested in volunteering at any of our upcoming events. Teamwork makes the dream work!

Below are just a couple of friendly reminders for this week:

Virtual Veterans Day 2nd Grade Performance: We will be sharing a link soon with our school community for this special performance to honor our Veterans on Friday, November 8th at 2:20pm.
Pumpkin Donations: We are accepting donations for medium/large sized pumpkins so that every classroom this month can participate in a special thankful and grateful activity. Your partnership in making this happen is greatly appreciated!
Outstanding Employee Awards: Nominate our amazing staff! To submit a nomination for a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link: Click Here

Take care of yourselves and each other. We are here to support if you or your family need anything. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

It is critical to develop strong attendance habits. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Visit FCPS’ Attendance web page for tips and strategies.

Outstanding Employee Awards! Last chance to nominate a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee!

To submit a nomination for a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link: Click Here 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 or 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 are below.

Outstanding Teacher

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

Outstanding New Teacher

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

Outstanding New Principal

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

Outstanding Principal

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

Outstanding Leader

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

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

Outstanding Professional Employee

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

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 Wednesday, November 6th.

If you have any questions, please contact Ann Ohr at [email protected] or Caitlyn Reilly at [email protected].

Elementary School Language Arts Grading Updates

Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reporting and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

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

Need to Register for ParentVUE?

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey.

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

Donations Needed: Thankful & Grateful Activity

Honoring Our Veterans At McNair

Veterans Day provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices our Veterans and their families have made on our behalf, and we thank them for their service. Learn more about the history of Veterans Day at va.gov.

Our McNair second grade students have been practicing songs to celebrate and honor our Veterans. The second-grade students will participate in a performance at school on Friday, November 8th to thank all who have served. There will be an assembly for all students at 2:20pm and all Veterans are welcome to join in person. The performance will be virtual/online for parents/guardians and families where we will livestream the performance. As the performance gets closer, we will share the link for parents/guardians and families to join virtually. For the assembly, we are asking ALL second-grade students to wear a solid red, white, or blue top/shirt.

If you are a military Veteran or have military family members, we would love for you to let us know and share a picture with us by Friday, November 1st. Thank you for your support and feel free to email Ms. Rose at [email protected] with any questions or pictures! If you would prefer to send in a picture with your child, please, have it labeled with your child’s name and teacher, so we are able to return it. Thank you for your partnership and support.

Fall Picture Retakes

Our Fall Picture Retakes at McNair ES will be on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. This link will allow parents to sign up to receive updates via email regarding their child's school portraits. These updates include promotions, additional deals and the ability to order more pictures at a later time. When entering student information, parents should be sure to enter the student's name as it is on file at the school.

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Elementary School Clinics

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP November Newsletter

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Burg

Friday 11/8, 9am-10am
Thursday 11/14, 12pm-1pm
Monday 12/2 10am-11am
Wednesday 12/11 5pm-6pm
Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Burg ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Cafeteria Hostess Opportunity

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

We appreciate your ongoing partnership and support to make events like these possible for all of our Mustangs!

PTA Updates Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

Our PTA Is Now on Facebook!

Please like & follow to get the latest updates. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter

**Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.**

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is November 13th!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

PTA Volunteers Needed

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

PTA Reflections Update

If you've signed up for the Reflections, please have your entry ready! The submission deadline is November 13th, 2024. The PTA will share the submission process soon.

Odyssey of the Mind is Starting Soon!

Calling all problem solvers, writers, actors, scientists, engineers, project managers, artists, and creative thinkers! At OOTM, students work together to develop a solution to their chosen problem for a regional competition in March. Students will learn to work as part of a team, think creatively, learn new skills, make new friends, and have lots of fun. If you are interested, please fill out the form OOTM Interest Form 2024-25 by November 7th! (Note this does require some level of participation from the parents as coaches/co-coaches or volunteers.)

Link for the OOTM interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTX6SfiWQb9UgWGlL4EtBBTkx01D2sY4MFer4EtL3ZN7mPVQ/viewform?pli=1

Community Resources

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

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

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions at the final community conversation this fall. It will be held Wednesday, October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School. Click the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

CTE Career Development Month

Native American Heritage Month

Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

National Family Engagement Month

This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.

FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.

FCPS News

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

Calendar Reminders
Resources for Families
Complete Impact Aid Survey

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

November 8: Virtual 2nd Grade Veterans Day Performance (Link coming soon for families!) **This will be a school-wide assembly for students.**

November 11: All Schools Closed, Veterans Day

November 13: Fall Picture Retakes at McNair ES

November 13: PTA Fundraiser at Taco Bamba (Code: "McNair Give20")

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair at McNair ES

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We look forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year! #BloomingTogether #McNairCARES

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

McNair Upper Elementary News2 weeks 5 days ago

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements October 31, 2024 October Safety Patrols of the Month!

Please join Ms. Luck in congratulating our "October Safety Patrols of the Month!" This month, they excelled with exhibiting excellent leadership skills, showing kindness, and reporting unsafe activities in an effort to keep our Mustangs safe around our school and on the bus! Way to go, Mustangs!

Abhigya – MUES Crosswalk

Aarav & Swara – MUES Kiss & Ride

Ria – McNair Lower Flags

Anaya & Kavin – McNair Lower Crosswalks

Bus 2 – Aymie

Bus 4 – Alexis

Shreya – Hall & Bus Helper

Sahaana D – Bus Helper

Weekly Update from Mrs. Goddin

Hello Mustang Families,

This has been a busy week for our Mustangs! We began the week by kicking off our "House Pep Rally" where each classroom community learned which house they're part of as well as the purpose behind why we're implementing this system as a part of our school's Positive Behavior Approach. They also learned about when their monthly House Meetings will be held and what they'll be doing when they meet. I look forward to sharing more about this with families at our November PTA general membership meeting.

And, we ended the week by celebrating the end of the first quarter of school by having our annual "Storybook Character Parade" with McNair primary school. We appreciate all of the families who took time our of their morning to enjoy this treasured annual celebration with us!

Don't forget that students have a mini fall break from school the next several days. School is closed for all students in FCPS on Friday, November 1st, Monday, November 4th and Tuesday, November 5th. We will welcome our Mustangs back on Wednesday, November 6th for the start of our second quarter of school.

For all of our families who celebrate Diwali, Dia de Los Muertos, or All Saints Day, we wish you, your family, and friends a safe and wonderful time celebrating!

Your Proud Principal,

Mrs. Goddin

MUES Celebrates Veterans Day Form

Upcoming Student Holidays

November 1st

All schools in FCPS are closed on Friday, November 1st in celebration of Diwali. For all of our McNair Upper families who celebrate this important five-day festival, we wish you a very Happy Diwali!

November 1st

All schools in FCPS are closed on Friday, November 1st in celebration of Dia de Los Muertos and All Saints Day. For all of our McNair Upper families who celebrate these cultural holidays, we wish you a wonderful celebration.

November 4th

School is also closed on Monday, November 4th for students. Staff will be engaging in professional development opportunities on this day as well as facilitating parent-teacher conferences.

November 5th

School is closed on Tuesday, November 5th for Election Day.

Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday

It's FALL BACK time! Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Saturday, November 2nd. Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 3rd.

Don't Forget Your Driver's License

This is a friendly reminder that every time you visit a school in FCPS, you are expected to show a valid driver's license or government-issued ID.

Please help our main office staff keep our Mustangs safe by assisting us in doing your part.

MUES Celebrates Veterans Day & Honors Our Veterans!

McNair Upper ES will be celebrating Veterans Day on Friday, November 8th with one whole-school assembly. Our Mustangs will sing patriotic songs and participate in interactive activities to learn about the significance of why we celebrate Veterans Day.

If you have a family member who served or is currently serving in the military, we invite them to attend. We would like to recognize and honor our Veterans as a way to thank you for your contributions to our country and our freedom.

Please complete the form below to indicate if the Veteran will be attending our assembly and/or submit your Veteran's picture for a special slides presentation during the assembly.

If you are able to help celebrate Veterans Day with us in person or if you would like to submit a picture for our special presentation, please take a moment to fill out the Google Form below no later than Monday, November 4th.

If you have any questions, please email Melissa Goddin, Principal, at [email protected].

Annual Thankful & Grateful Activity

We are hoping to collect 40 large or medium-sized pumpkins so that each of our homeroom classes and specialists' classrooms at McNair Upper ES can have one.

If you are able to donate a pumpkin, please fill out the very brief Google Form below. Pumpkins can be dropped off at the main office beginning on Monday, October 28th.

Thankful & Grateful Pumpkin Donation

If you have questions, please email Mrs. Goddin, Principal, at [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your support!

Federal Impact Survey

McNair Upper Elementary School participates in this annual survey. Families are encouraged to complete the survey through ParentVUE beginning October 21st.

Here is more information about the Federal Impact Aid Survey that was shared with all families earlier this week:

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online.

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.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

AAP Information

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Janofsky

Friday 11/8, 11am-12pm
Friday 11/15 9am-10am
Friday 11/22 1pm-2pm
Monday 12/2 1pm-2pm
Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Janofsky ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Middle and High School AAP Services Overview

Wednesday, November 20th 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Zoom link; will be shared in the future

Audience: Parents of 5th and 6th grade students

Please join us to learn about the scope of AAP services in Middle and High school, including Honors Courses, AAP Courses, Advanced Math and more. We will record this session and post the link on our website.

Health Information and Emergency Care Forms

The Health Information Form (HIF) (SS/SE-71) and the Emergency Care Information form (SS/SE-3) provide valuable information regarding student health conditions. These forms are critical in the early identification of students who may need healthcare support in the educational environment. Along with the development of Healthcare Plans (HCP) and Action Plans, the Public Health Nurses (PHNs) utilize the information contained in the HIF to develop teaching strategies for FCPS staff in order to meet the requirements of Regulation 2104 Health Services-School Health-Related Needs.

These forms are required for all students. Enrolling parents/guardians who have a SIS ParentVUE account may submit them electronically by using the Online Verification/Update packet.

For families without SIS ParentVue accounts, forms can be located in the Back to School packets and on the General Registration Forms page.

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

McNair PTA News...

McNair ES PTA has an official Facebook Page now! Please like & follow to get the latest updates.

LINK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!

Reflections Update

If you've signed up for the Reflections, please have your entry ready! The submission deadline is November 13th, 2024. We will share the submission process soon.

Odyssey of the Mind is Starting Soon!

Calling all problem solvers, writers, actors, scientists, engineers, project managers, artists, and creative thinkers!

Another season of Odyssey of the Mind is starting soon.

At OOTM, students work together to develop a solution to their chosen problem for a regional competition in March. Students will learn to work as part of a team, think creatively, learn new skills, make new friends, and have lots of fun.

If you are interested, please fill out the form OOTM Interest Form 2024-25 by November 7th!

(Note this does require some level of participation from the parents as coaches/co-coaches or volunteers.)

Link for the OOTM interest form: OOTM Interest Form 2024-25

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families:

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is happening soon!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

Volunteers Needed!

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections. We'd love for you to join us!

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

Thank you for all your support!

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

October 21st-November 22nd: McNair Upper ES Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Window
November 1st: Diwali; school closed
November 4th & November 5th: Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays; school closed for students
November 6th: 2nd Quarter of School Begins
November 11th: Veterans Day; school closed
November 20th: PTA General Membership Meeting at 6:30 PM/McNair Upper ES
November 27th-November 29th: Thanksgiving Holiday; school closed

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, October 30, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

Tomorrow marks the end of the first quarter and there is so much to celebrate! We are so proud of our Mustangs for having a strong start to the 2024-2025 school year. Furthermore, please ensure that you have scheduled a conference with your child's teacher. We believe that a collaborative relationship between home and school is crucial to student success.

Additionally, please mark your calendars for our upcoming events! We cannot wait to welcome our families to our Storybook Character Parade tomorrow at 9:15am, our Virtual Veterans Day 2nd Grade Performance, our McNair Book Fair Family Night, and our Thanksgiving Luncheon.

Below are just a couple of friendly reminders for this week:

2 Hour Early Release Day: The end of first quarter is on Thursday, October 31. All students will be dismissed at 1:30pm. (There will be no afternoon Preschool for the ECCB Program tomorrow.)
Annual Storybook Character Parade: This special event will take place on October 31st at 9:15am on the McNair ES field.
Outstanding Employee Awards: Nominate our amazing staff! To submit a nomination for a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link by November 6th: Click Here

Take care of yourselves and each other. We are here to support if you or your family need anything. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters Students Are Learning Every Day!

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

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

Outstanding Employee Awards! Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards!

Outstanding Teacher

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

Outstanding New Teacher

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

Outstanding New Principal

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

Outstanding Principal

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

Outstanding Leader

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

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

Outstanding Professional Employee

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

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 Wednesday, November 6th.

If you have any questions, please contact Ann Ohr at [email protected] or Caitlyn Reilly at [email protected].

Our Annual Storybook Character Day & Parade Once upon a time, McNair Elementary and McNair Upper Elementary Schools brought storybook characters to life!

We are excited to celebrate Storybook Character Day on October 31st! We invite all students to dress up and join in on the FUN! Students are encouraged to use their creativity to dress in a school appropriate, storybook character costume. Student costumes can be bought or homemade. Costumes may be elaborate or simple. Make sure to bring a book with you! Please no masks or toy weapons.

If your student needs supplies to make a costume, please contact our school counselors Ms. Ford ([email protected]) or Ms. Coe ([email protected]).

Storybook Character Parade

We invite parents/guardians to attend our Storybook Character Parade on October 31st. Both McNair Upper ES students and McNair ES students will be participating in the parade. The parade will begin promptly at 9:15am on the field between both school buildings. On the map below, you will see where families can sign into the parade and receive a visitor badge to enter the field area. This is for safety and security purposes so we encourage families to arrive early so that they do not miss the parade!

If it rains on October 31st, the parade will take place inside each building's gymnasiums. (The two schools would host their own parade in their building as opposed to joining together.)

*Our afternoon preschool students accessing the afternoon ECCB programs will participate in an afternoon parade on Wednesday, October 30th inside of the building starting at 12:10pm. (Their parade is the day ahead due to the 2 hour early dismissal on October 31st.) For our preschool parents/guardians, we invite you to sign in at the office. The parade route for the afternoon will be inside of the building.*

Parade Route Map

Elementary School Language Arts Grading Updates

We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

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

Need to Register for ParentVUE?

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey.

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

Donations Needed: Thankful & Grateful Activity

Honoring Our Veterans At McNair

Fall Picture Retakes

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will host immunization clinics for any FCPS student age 18 or younger at Frost Middle School on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.

Students age 19 and older may access free immunizations at their middle/high school immunization clinic, the Fairfax County Health Department or through other community resources.

Elementary School Clinics

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP October Newsletter

This month, Mrs. Janofsky and Mrs. Burg highlight October’s Disability History and Awareness month and the Critical and Creative Thinking strategy of Point of View. Inside you will find an at home activity/work sample idea as well as conversation starters to have with your mustangs. Check out the latest edition of the October AART Newsletter.

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Burg

Friday 11/8, 9am-10am
Thursday 11/14, 12pm-1pm
Monday 12/2 10am-11am
Wednesday 12/11 5pm-6pm
Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Burg ahead of time if you would like translation services.

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

We appreciate your ongoing partnership and support to make events like these possible for all of our Mustangs!

PTA Updates Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

Our PTA Is Now on Facebook!

Please like & follow to get the latest updates.: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567288287981

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter

**Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.**

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is November 13th!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

PTA Volunteers Needed

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

PTA Reflections Update

If you've signed up for the Reflections, please have your entry ready! The submission deadline is November 13th, 2024. The PTA will share the submission process soon.

Odyssey of the Mind is Starting Soon!

Link for the OOTM interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTX6SfiWQb9UgWGlL4EtBBTkx01D2sY4MFer4EtL3ZN7mPVQ/viewform?pli=1

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

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

Disability History Awareness Month

In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.

National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.

Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”

For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student.

Diwali is on November 1

We wish a fun Diwali to all celebrating! Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs & some Buddhists. The festival represents the symbolic victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. #OurFCPS

All Saints Day is on November 1

Next week we recognize those in our community observing All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos. For Catholics, All Saints Day (November 1) celebrates all those who are with God in Heaven, known and unknown. All Souls Day (November 2), known in Mexico and Latin America as Día de los Muertos, is a day of remembrance and prayer for all those who have died, especially for the souls who may be in purgatory. These special days are celebrated by Catholics, Anglicans, and some Protestants throughout the world. #OurFCPS

FCPS News

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

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

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

October 31: Our Annual McNair & McNair Upper Storybook Character Day Parade at McNair ES on the Field (More details coming soon!)

October 31: 2 Hour Early Release, Dismissal at 1:30pm, End of First Quarter

November 1: All Schools & Offices Closed, Diwali and All Saints Day

November 4: No School For Students, School Planning Day

November 5: No School For Students, Teacher Workday

November 8: Virtual 2nd Grade Veterans Day Performance (Link coming soon for families!) **This will be a school-wide assembly for students.**

November 11: All Schools Closed, Veterans Day

November 13: Fall Picture Retakes at McNair ES

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair at McNair ES

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We look forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year! #BloomingTogether #McNairCARES

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements October 25, 2024

Hello Mustang Families,

Next Thursday marks the end of our first quarter of school! Our Mustangs have worked very hard since our school year began in August to learn the procedures, routines, and expectations of their homeroom class, their specials class as well as how to navigate our entire school community. They have also completed many beginning of the year assessments to guide the work we do during our school-wide reading and math intervention blocks to ensure that we are supporting all Mustangs by name and by need.

I'm excited to share that we have a school-wide pep rally on Monday morning to kickoff our "House System Positive Behavior Approach!" When your Mustang gets home from school on Monday afternoon, remember to ask them which house they are a member of- The Blazers, The Broncos, The Colts, or The Stallions. I look forward to sharing more about our House System with families in the coming weeks!

Have the best weekend, MUES families!

Your Proud Principal,

Mrs. Goddin

MUES Celebrates Veterans Day Form

Early Release Days- October 28th & October 31st

October 28th: 3-Hour Early Release from School

This is a friendly reminder that Monday, October 28th is a 3-hour early release from school. Dismissal will take place at 12:30 PM.

October 31st: 2-Hour Early Release from School

We will also dismiss early on Thursday, October 31st, which is the final day of our 1st quarter of school. Dismissal will take place at 1:30 PM.

Please ensure that your Mustang is aware of how they will be going home on both of these early release school days next week.

MUES Celebrates Veterans Day & Honors Our Veterans!

Please complete the form below to indicate if the Veteran will be attending our assembly and/or submit your Veteran's picture for a special slides presentation during the assembly.

If you have any questions, please email Melissa Goddin, Principal, at [email protected].

Annual Thankful & Grateful Activity

We are hoping to collect 40 large or medium-sized pumpkins so that each of our homeroom classes and specialists' classrooms at McNair Upper ES can have one.

If you are able to donate a pumpkin, please fill out the very brief Google Form below. Pumpkins can be dropped off at the main office beginning on Monday, October 28th.

Thankful & Grateful Pumpkin Donation

If you have questions, please email Mrs. Goddin, Principal, at [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your support!

Federal Impact Survey

McNair Upper Elementary School participates in this annual survey. Families are encouraged to complete the survey through ParentVUE beginning October 21st.

Here is more information about the Federal Impact Aid Survey that was shared with all families earlier this week:

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online.

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.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

Once upon a time, McNair ES and McNair Upper ES Brought Storybook Characters to Life!

We invite parents/guardians to attend our Storybook Character Parade on October 31st. Both McNair Upper ES students and McNair ES students will be participating in the parade. The parade will begin promptly at 9:15am on the field located between both school buildings. On the map below, you will see where families can sign into the parade and receive a visitor badge to enter the field area. This is for safety and security purposes so we encourage families to arrive early so that they do not miss the parade!

If it rains on October 31st, the parade will take place inside each building's gymnasiums. (The two schools would host their own parade in their building as opposed to joining together.)

Nominations are Now Open! Outstanding Employee Awards Program

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards!

To submit a nomination for a McNair Upper ES Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link: MUES 24-25 Outstanding Employee Awards Nomination Form. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.)

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

Outstanding Operational Employee
- Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location
- Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

Outstanding Leader
- Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location
- Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

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

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

Outstanding Principal
- Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)

Outstanding New Principal
- Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district

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

The deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, October 28, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelli Koutstaal at [email protected].

AAP Information

Full Time AAP Referrals

Referral Office Hours with Mrs. Janofsky

Friday 11/8, 11am-12pm
Friday 11/15 9am-10am
Friday 11/22 1pm-2pm
Monday 12/2 1pm-2pm
Friday 12/13 1pm-2pm

Use this Zoom Link to enter. Please email Mrs. Janofsky ahead of time if you would like translation services.

Middle and High School AAP Services Overview

Wednesday, November 20th 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Zoom link; will be shared in the future

Audience: Parents of 5th and 6th grade students

Health Information and Emergency Care Forms

These forms are required for all students. Enrolling parents/guardians who have a SIS ParentVUE account may submit them electronically by using the Online Verification/Update packet.

For families without SIS ParentVue accounts, forms can be located in the Back to School packets and on the General Registration Forms page.

Immunization Clinics for FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:

Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

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

What is “Drug Take Back Day?”

Drop off unused or expired medications at the locations listed on the flyer:

(Accepted items: prescription and non-prescription pills, e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed, small

liquid packs/pods for e-cigarettes and vaping devices, prescription ointments, and medications for pets.

Not accepted: illegal drugs, pressurized canisters [inhalers/aerosol cans], needles, large sources of liquids, non-prescription

ointments, and lotions.)

 Disposal is FREE, convenient, confidential, and safe.

 Safe handling of unused or expired medications:

Protects the environment.
Prevents drug misuse.
Prevents accidental poisoning

We Are Still Looking For Volunteers For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

If you are interested in serving as a family representative for the McNair Upper ES community, please reach out to Mrs. Goddin, Principal, by email at [email protected].

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

McNair PTA News...

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!
Reflections Update
If you've signed up for the Reflections, please have your entry ready! The submission deadline is November 13th, 2024. We will share the submission process soon.

Odyssey of the Mind is Starting Soon!

Calling all problem solvers, writers, actors, scientists, engineers, project managers, artists, and creative thinkers!

Another season of Odyssey of the Mind is starting soon.

If you are interested, please fill out the form OOTM Interest Form 2024-25 by November 7th!

(Note this does require some level of participation from the parents as coaches/co-coaches or volunteers.)

Link for the OOTM interest form: OOTM Interest Form 2024-25

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families:

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is happening soon!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

Volunteers Needed!

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections. We'd love for you to join us!

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

Thank you for all your support!

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

October 21st-November 22nd: McNair Upper ES Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Window
October 28th: Three-Hour Early Release Day; Dismissal at 12:30 PM
October 31st: End of the 1st Quarter of School; Dismissal at 1:30 PM
October 31st: Annual Storybook Character Parade at 9:15 AM
October 31st: Reservation for Thanksgiving Luncheon due no later than 12:00 PM (this is a firm deadline)
November 1st: Diwali; school closed
November 4th & November 5th: Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays; school closed for students
November 6th: 2nd Quarter of School Begins
November 11th: Veterans Day; school closed

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, October 23, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

We are so excited to announce that our school has a brand-new crosswalk near the exit of the bus loop at McNair ES! Additionally, we would like to extend a special thank you to our PTA President, Lorelei Cheung, for her partnership, collaboration, and advocacy throughout the process. Please ensure to discuss the importance of crosswalk safety with your child and encourage them to always use the designated paths. Your support in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Furthermore, please mark your calendars for our upcoming events at McNair! We cannot wait to welcome our families to our Storybook Character Parade, our Virtual Veterans Day 2nd Grade Performance, our McNair Book Fair Family Night, and our Thanksgiving Luncheon.

Below are just a couple of friendly reminders:

3 Hour Early Release Day: Our next 3 hour early release day is this upcoming Monday, October 28th at 12:30pm. Student supervision will be available for families who require it. SACC will be available for students that already participate in SACC programming. Please notify your child's teacher if there are any updates to your child's dismissal that is different from the previous 3 hour early release day.
Annual Storybook Character Parade: This special event will take place on October 31st at 9:15am on the McNair ES field.
Outstanding Employee Awards: Nominate our amazing staff! To submit a nomination for a McNair Elementary School Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link by November 6th: Click Here

Take care of yourselves and each other. We are here to support if you or your family need anything. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters Students Are Learning Every Day!

Outstanding Employee Awards! Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards!

Outstanding Teacher

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

Outstanding New Teacher

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

Outstanding New Principal

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

Outstanding Leader

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

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

Outstanding Professional Employee

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

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 Wednesday, November 6th.

If you have any questions, please contact Ann Ohr at [email protected] or Caitlyn Reilly at [email protected]

Our Annual Storybook Character Day & Parade Once upon a time, McNair Elementary and McNair Upper Elementary Schools brought storybook characters to life!

If your student needs supplies to make a costume, please contact our school counselors Ms. Ford ([email protected]) or Ms. Coe ([email protected]).

Storybook Character Parade

If it rains on October 31st, the parade will take place inside each building's gymnasiums. (The two schools would host their own parade in their building as opposed to joining together.)

Parade Route Map

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

Donations Needed: Thankful & Grateful Activity

Honoring Our Veterans At McNair

If you are a military Veteran or have military family members, we would love for you to let us know and share a picture with us by Nov 1st. Thank you for your support and feel free to email Ms. Rose at [email protected] with any questions or pictures! If you would prefer to send in a picture with your child, please, have it labeled with your child’s name and teacher, so we are able to return it. Thank you for your partnership and support.

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:

Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Elementary School Clinics

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP October Newsletter

McNair Elementary: PreK-2 Mrs. Burg ([email protected])

McNair Upper: Grades 3-6 Mallory Janofsky ([email protected])

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

We appreciate your ongoing partnership and support to make events like these possible for all of our Mustangs!

PTA Updates Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter

**Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.**

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is November 13th!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

PTA Volunteers Needed

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

PTA Reflections Update

If you've signed up for the Reflections, please have your entry ready! The submission deadline is November 13th, 2024. The PTA will share the submission process soon.

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

Our final goal is Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation. We are preparing our students for a future that has yet to be imagined. We must give them the skills they will need to succeed. Watch this video to see students exploring and preparing for careers through Career and Technical Experience programs. See how Goal 5 is being put into practice.

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

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the date below to register for any of the following conversations:

Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle School.

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Disability History Awareness Month

National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.

Diwali is on November 1

All Saints Day is on November 1

FCPS News

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

FCPS Family Orientation
Community Conversations
Immunization Clinics

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

MUES Celebrates Veterans Day Form

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

October 25: Westfield High School Homecoming Parade and Football Game

October 28: 3 Hours Early Release Monday Grades K-2-Dismissal at 12:30pm

October 31: Our Annual McNair & McNair Upper Storybook Character Day Parade at McNair ES on the Field (More details coming soon!)

October 31: 2 Hour Early Release, Dismissal at 1:30pm, End of First Quarter

November 1: All Schools & Offices Closed, Diwali and All Saints Day

November 4: No School For Students, School Planning Day

November 5: No School For Students, Teacher Workday

November 8: Virtual 2nd Grade Veterans Day Performance (Link coming soon!)

November 11: All Schools Closed, Veterans Day

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair at McNair ES

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We look forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year! #BloomingTogether #McNairCares

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Special Announcement!

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MUES Special Announcement! October 22, 2024 McNair Upper Celebrates Veterans Day & Honors Our Veterans!

Please complete the form below to indicate if the Veteran will be attending our assembly and/or submit your Veteran's picture for a special slides presentation during the assembly.

If you have any questions, please email Melissa Goddin, Principal, at [email protected].

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements October 18, 2024

Hello Mustang Families,

Even though we still have a few weeks left of the first quarter of school, we are already in the process for prepping for the second quarter of school. One of the most exciting events we always look forward to hosting in November is our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon. This year's Thanksgiving Luncheon will take place on Thursday, November 21st. If you would like to attend this event (whether you plan to eat lunch with your Mustang or just join them during their designated lunchtime), you must R.S.V.P. for this event. Please R.S.V.P. no later than 12:00 PM on Thursday, October 31st. This is a firm deadline.

A flyer listing specific information about our Thanksgiving Luncheon was sent home with your Mustang in yesterday's Thursday Folder. You can also access a copy of it clicking the following link: 24-25 Thanksgiving Luncheon Letter.docx

We hope you're able to join us!

Wishing everyone a lovely fall weekend!

Your Proud Principal,

Mrs. Goddin

Once upon a time, McNair ES and McNair Upper ES Brought Storybook Characters to Life!

We invite parents/guardians to attend our Storybook Character Parade on October 31st. Both McNair Upper ES students and McNair ES students will be participating in the parade. The parade will begin promptly at 9:15am on the field located between both school buildings. On the map below, you will see where families can sign into the parade and receive a visitor badge to enter the field area. This is for safety and security purposes so we encourage families to arrive early so that they do not miss the parade!

If it rains on October 31st, the parade will take place inside each building's gymnasiums. (The two schools would host their own parade in their building as opposed to joining together.)

Nominations are Now Open! Outstanding Employee Awards Program

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards!

Outstanding Operational Employee
- Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location
- Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

Outstanding Leader
- Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location
- Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

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

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

Outstanding Principal
- Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)

Outstanding New Principal
- Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district

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

The deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, October 28, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelli Koutstaal at [email protected].

Health Information and Emergency Care Forms

These forms are required for all students. Enrolling parents/guardians who have a SIS ParentVUE account may submit them electronically by using the Online Verification/Update packet.

For families without SIS ParentVue accounts, forms can be located in the Back to School packets and on the General Registration Forms page.

Immunization Clinics for FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:

Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Westfield High School Fall Festival What is “Drug Take Back Day?”

Drop off unused or expired medications at the locations listed on the flyer:

(Accepted items: prescription and non-prescription pills, e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed, small

liquid packs/pods for e-cigarettes and vaping devices, prescription ointments, and medications for pets.

Not accepted: illegal drugs, pressurized canisters [inhalers/aerosol cans], needles, large sources of liquids, non-prescription

ointments, and lotions.)

 Disposal is FREE, convenient, confidential, and safe.

 Safe handling of unused or expired medications:

Protects the environment.
Prevents drug misuse.
Prevents accidental poisoning

We Are Still Looking For Volunteers For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

If you are interested in serving as a family representative for the McNair Upper ES community, please reach out to Mrs. Goddin, Principal, by email at [email protected].

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Upcoming AAP Presentations

An Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process

Monday, October 21st from 6-7 p.m.

McNair Upper Elementary Cafeteria

*Note that this is AFTER the October 15 fall referral deadline. If you are eligible for fall screening, you must turn in the referral prior to this meeting. Please reach out to Mrs. Janofsky if you need more information.

Middle and High School AAP Services Overview

Wednesday, November 20th 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Zoom link; will be shared in the future

Audience: Parents of 5th and 6th grade students

McNair PTA News...

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!
Reflections Update
If you've signed up for the Reflections, please have your entry ready! The submission deadline is November 13th, 2024. We will share the submission process soon.

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families:

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Taco Bamba Fundraiser is happening soon!

Event Date: Wednesday, 13th November 2024

Volunteers Needed!

We need volunteers to be Event Coordinators for the following Events:

Movie Night
Bingo Night
Running Event (fun run or color run)
International Night/Cultural Fair
Student Talent Show
Kids vs. Adults Sports Tournament
6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

What Does an Event Coordinator Do?

Event Coordinators act as the main organizer and point of contact for their chosen event; lead a team of volunteers, brainstorm ideas, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

Community Resource

Buy Nothing Facebook Group Herndon: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/d5K39SGGSU2eRZQU/

PTA General Meeting

The slide deck for the general membership meeting held on October 16th can be found here: October PTA General Membership Meeting Information

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

Thank you for all your support.

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

October 21st: Full-Time AAP Screening Overview at 6:00 PM/Location: McNair Upper ES (3-6 school)
October 21st-November 22nd: McNair Upper ES Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Window
October 28th: Three-Hour Early Release Day; Dismissal at 12:30 PM
October 31st: End of the 1st Quarter of School; Dismissal at 1:30 PM
October 31st: Annual Storybook Character Parade at 9:15 AM
October 31st: Reservation for Thanksgiving Luncheon due no later than 12:00 PM (this is a firm deadline)
November 1st: Diwali; school closed
November 4th & November 5th: Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays; school closed for students
November 6th: 2nd Quarter of School Begins

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Special Announcement!

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MUES Special Announcement! October 16, 2024 Nominations are Now Open! Outstanding Employee Awards Program

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards!

Outstanding Operational Employee
- Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location
- Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons

Outstanding Leader
- Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location
- Common positions in this category: Assistant and Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services

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

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

Outstanding Principal
- Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)

Outstanding New Principal
- Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district

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

The deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, October 28, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelli Koutstaal at [email protected].

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

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McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, October 15, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

We are having another great week at McNair! Our building has been busy this week as our students have been engaging in meaningful learning opportunities and experiences. It also has been so joyful seeing our students and staff participate in Digital Citizenship Week while showing school spirit and learning about the importance of online safety. We would like to thank Ms. Perri, our School Based Technology Specialist (SBTS) teacher for leading our community through important conversations about how to use technology respectfully and responsibly.

Below are just a couple of friendly reminders:

AAP Overview of the Full Time Screening Process: Learn more on Monday, October 21st at 6:00pm at the McNair Upper ES Cafeteria.
PTA Meeting: Our next meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 16 at 6:30pm. We hope you will join the McNair PTA!
3 Hour Early Release Day: Our next 3 hour early release day is Monday, October 28th at 12:30pm. Student supervision will be available for families who require it. SACC will be available for students that already participate in SACC programming.
Annual Storybook Character Parade: This special event will take place on October 31st at 9:15am on the McNair ES field.

Take care of yourselves and each other. We are here to support if you or your family need anything. Thank you all for your continuous partnership and support. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters 🙋 Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Watch this video with tips from Fairfax Pyramid principals and visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

Celebrating the Power of School Lunches

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

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

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

Our Annual Storybook Character Day & Parade Once upon a time, McNair Elementary and McNair Upper Elementary Schools brought storybook characters to life!

If your student needs supplies to make a costume, please contact our school counselors Ms. Ford ([email protected]) or Ms. Coe ([email protected]).

Storybook Character Parade

If it rains on October 31st, the parade will take place inside each building's gymnasiums. (The two schools would host their own parade in their building as opposed to joining together.)

Parade Route Map

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

Digital Citizenship Week At McNair! A Message From Ms. Perri

Dear Families,

I'm Kimberly Perri, your child's Technology Teacher and School-Based Technology Specialist at McNair Elementary School.

This week, we're celebrating Digital Citizenship Week! Our Mustangs will be diving into a variety of activities to learn about staying safe and responsible online.

To help you reinforce these important lessons at home, I encourage you to explore the following website: [https://www.commonsense.org/education/family-engagement-resources]

You'll find a wealth of resources, including articles, videos, and workshops, on topics like online safety, learning with technology, and more.

Thank you for your support in helping us create a safe and positive online environment for all our Mustangs. Below is our optional Spirit Week Dress Up Week!

Please reach out if you have any questions.

Ms. Kimberly Perri

Show Your Spirit, Mustangs!

Math Is Everywhere! Talking To Your Children About Mathematics

Join the FCPS Elementary Math Team to discuss ways to engage your children in mathematics. During our time together we will highlight books, games, and other materials that assist you in talking about mathematics with your child throughout the day. Teaching math to your children doesn’t have to be intimidating. This webinar will provide concrete examples for caregivers with ideas to spark math joy.

October 18, 2024, 10-11:30 A.M. Register Online

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:

Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Elementary School Clinics

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP October Newsletter

Save the Date: An Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process

Monday, October 21st from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the McNair Upper Elementary School Cafeteria

Please join us to learn about the Full Time AAP Screening Process. We will discuss important deadlines and what families and schools submit in the screening portfolio. Students in Grades 2-7 are eligible for Full Time screening. Please note that this is AFTER the October 15 fall referral deadline. If you are eligible for fall screening, you must turn in the referral prior to this meeting. Please reach out to Mrs. Janofsky if you need more information.

Spanish translation will be available at each session. Please contact us directly if you need a translator for a different language. The slide decks will also be shared on our respective websites following each meeting. You are welcome to reach out to your school’s AART with questions about either session.

McNair Elementary: PreK-2 Mrs. Burg ([email protected])

McNair Upper: Grades 3-6 Mallory Janofsky ([email protected])

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

We would greatly appreciate your support! Please do not hesitate to reach out to us! If you are interested, please contact the Main Office at 703-793-4800. You may also email our Administrative Assistant, Julia Smoot at [email protected].

PTA Updates October PTA Meeting

PTA invites all the members & non-members for the next General Meeting (attend In-Person or Virtually)

Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
In Person Location: McNair ES, 2499 Thomas Jefferson Dr., Herndon, VA 20171
Virtual: Google Meet joining info:

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/teo-zsio-yvc

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 619-836-1328 PIN: ‪943 585 838#

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/teo-zsio-yvc?pin=6066876682452

Last month's PTA general meeting slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1AocEhmUzfRxpYngcMiIj45S0_SLtIYlY/edit#slide=id.p1

Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

McNair PTA is excited to bring back the After School Clubs! The registration is now open!

We have so many clubs to choose from! There's the Business Club, Art Club, Active Sports Club, Game Club, Guitar and Ukulele Club, Running Club, Engineering and Computer Science Club, Debate Club, Newspaper Club, Crochet Club, Video Game Design Club, Origami Club, McNair ERAS Tour Club.

Registration Link for After School Clubs
- Sign-Up for McNair After School Clubs
Registration link for upcoming art competition "Reflections"
- 24-25 Reflections Registration
Guidelines for "Reflections"
- 24-25 Reflection Guidelines

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter

**Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.**

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Current Board Members of McNair PTA

President: Lorelei Cheung

Secretary: Rekha Mani

Treasurer: Sukumar Krishnamurthy

VP of Fundraising & Appreciation: Amrita Singh

VP of Events and Community Outreach: Miranda Butzlaff

VP of Club & Competition Programming: Danielle Tyler

VP of Membership & Volunteers: Gowri Kaliappan

VP of Communications: Sayanti Dasgupta

VP of Technology: Dileep Soundararajan

Competitions Co-Chairs: Archana Pattem & Satya Gunisetti

Vacant PTA Positions

Assistant to VP of Events & Community Outreach
Teacher Appreciation Chair
Financial Secretary
Technology Chair

We're also looking for friendly coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind, and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

For more information please email the PTA Board at [email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

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

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Westfield High School Festival

Disability History Awareness Month

National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.

FCPS News

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

Learn About Lexia for Literacy
The Power of School Lunches
Upcoming Community Conversations

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

October 16: PTA Meeting at 6:30pm at McNair ES, Cafeteria

October 19: Westfield High School Theatre's Halloween Festival, 4:00-8:00pm

October 21: Full Time AAP Screening Parent Meeting in the cafeteria at McNair Upper Elementary School (G3-6 building), 6:00-7:00pm

October 21: Dr. Reid's Community Conversations at 6:30pm at Virginia Run ES

October 25: Westfield High School Homecoming Parade and Football Game

October 28: 3 Hours Early Release Monday Grades K-2-Dismissal at 12:30pm

October 31: Our Annual McNair & McNair Upper Storybook Character Day Parade at McNair ES on the Field (More details coming soon!)

October 31: 2 Hour Early Release, Dismissal at 1:30pm, End of First Quarter

November 1: All Schools & Offices Closed, Diwali

November 4: No School For Students, School Planning Day

November 5: No School For Students, Teacher Workday

November 11: All Schools Closed, Veterans Day

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair at McNair ES

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We look forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year! #BloomingTogether #McNairCares

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Help Us Celebrate Digital Citizenship Week!

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MUES Special Announcement: Help Us Celebrate Digital Citizenship Week! October 14, 2024

Digital Citizenship Week (DCW) is a week-long event that takes place annually during the third week of October. The goal of DCW is to help students develop the skills and knowledge they need to participate in the digital world in a responsible, intelligent, and safe way. We encourage all McNair families to participate by checking out these resources. They include topics like Tiktok, addictive app design, and shrinking attention spans.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Matthews, School-Based Technology Specialist, at [email protected].

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

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McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements October 11, 2024

Hello Mustang Families,

It has been a wonderful fall week at MUES! Our 5th graders had the best weather when they visited Luray Caverns on Tuesday. Later on this month, our 3rd graders will be visiting Great Country Farms.

In yesterday's Thursday Folder, our 1st quarter interim reports were sent home with every Mustang. I hope over the weekend you take a moment to glance over how your child's start to the school year is going as well as reflect on it with them. In the coming weeks classroom teachers will begin facilitating parent-teacher conferences where you can connect about what was shared on your child's interim. Together, you and your child's classroom teacher can identify ways to continue to support their academic growth and social development. Thank you for your partnership as we support each and every one of our Mustangs! Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!

Your Proud Principal,

Mrs. Goddin

Safety Patrols of the Month!

Congratulations to our "Safety Patrols of the Month" for August & September! These awesome MUES Safety Patrols started the school year by being strong leaders who were eager to learn, were always on time, showed kindness, and kept our Mustang community safe! We appreciate each of them!

Bus 1 – Aadhiya, Karthikeya; Bus 2 – Saanvi; Bus 3 – Sahana K., Niam; Bus 5 – Neha; Bus 6 – Ilyas
Kiss and Ride – Claudine
Flags – Sahasra B., Henry
Halls – Advay

October 14th: Indigenous Peoples Day- Student Holiday

This is a friendly reminder that Monday, October 14th is Indigenous Peoples Day. It is a FCPS teacher workday and students do not have school.

We look forward to welcoming our Mustangs back on Tuesday, October 15th when we open our school doors at 8:35 AM.

We hope that our Mustangs enjoy their three-day weekend!

Math is Everywhere! Talking to Your Children about Mathematics!

October 18, 2024, 10-11:30 A.M. Register Online

What is “Drug Take Back Day?”

Drop off unused or expired medications at the locations listed on the flyer:

(Accepted items: prescription and non-prescription pills, e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed, small

liquid packs/pods for e-cigarettes and vaping devices, prescription ointments, and medications for pets.

Not accepted: illegal drugs, pressurized canisters [inhalers/aerosol cans], needles, large sources of liquids, non-prescription

ointments, and lotions.)

 Disposal is FREE, convenient, confidential, and safe.

 Safe handling of unused or expired medications:

Protects the environment.
Prevents drug misuse.
Prevents accidental poisoning

Friendly Reminder: October McNair Community AART Newsletter

We Are Still Looking For Volunteers For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

If you are interested in serving as a family representative for the McNair Upper ES community, please reach out to Mrs. Goddin, Principal, by email at [email protected].

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

For specific pricing information and how to order fall picture packages online, please click on the following link: Fall Picture Day Information

Fall Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline for Newly Enrolled Students: October 15th

The deadline for the fall Full-Time Advanced Academics referral is approaching. All materials should be submitted to Mrs. Janofsky, the McNair Upper AART, by Tuesday, October 15 at 11:59pm.The fall screening window is for students newly enrolled in FCPS after January 2024. Scroll down to the "Full Time Services" section on this website for the referral form and other important information. For detailed instructions regarding documentation and work samples, click here and scroll down to the "Screening Files" section. October 15 is a firm deadline. Please plan ahead and ask questions early! You can email Mrs. Janofsky at [email protected].

Upcoming AAP Presentations

An Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process

Monday, October 21st from 6-7 p.m.

McNair Upper Elementary Cafeteria

Middle and High School AAP Services Overview

Wednesday, November 20th 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Zoom link; will be shared in the future

Audience: Parents of 5th and 6th grade students

McNair PTA News...

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!
Sign up now! Registration for after school clubs is closing soon!
- Registration Link for After School Clubs: Sign-Up for McNair After School Clubs
Registration for Reflections ending soon!
- Important Dates:
  
  Registration Deadline: October 16, 2024
  
  Artwork Submission Deadline: November 13, 2024
  - Registration link for upcoming art competition "Reflections": 24-25 Reflections Registration
  - Guidelines for "Reflections" : 24-25 Reflection Guideline

Harris Teeter Together In Education- Fundraiser

Instruction for Families:

Option 1: Please use the annual sign up form for the TIE program from Harris Teeter using the following link: McNair Harris Teeter
Note: You need to re-register every year for this program.

Option 2: You can also sign up in-person at the counter using our school code: 5090

Upcoming October PTA General Membership Meeting

PTA invites all the members & non-members for the next General Meeting (attend In-Person or Virtually)

Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
In Person Location: McNair ES, 2499 Thomas Jefferson Dr., Herndon, VA 20171
Virtual: Google Meet joining info:

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/teo-zsio-yvc

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 619-836-1328 PIN: ‪943 585 838#

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/teo-zsio-yvc?pin=6066876682452

Last month's PTA general meeting slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1AocEhmUzfRxpYngcMiIj45S0_SLtIYlY/edit#slide=id.p1

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

Any questions? send an email to[email protected]

Thank you for all your support.

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

October 14th: Indigenous Peoples Day; student holiday/teacher workday
October 16th: October General Membership PTA Meeting at 6:30 PM/McNair ES Library
October 21st: Full-Time AAP Screening Overview at 6:00 PM/Location: McNair Upper ES (3-6 school)
October 21st-November 22nd: McNair Upper ES Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Window
October 28th: Three-Hour Early Release Day; Dismissal at 12:30 PM
October 31st: End of the 1st Quarter of School; Dismissal at 1:30 PM
October 31st: Annual Storybook Character Parade (more information to follow in the coming weeks)
November 1st: Diwali; school closed
November 4th & November 5th: Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays; school closed for students
November 6th: 2nd Quarter of School Begins

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, October 8, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

Fall has certainly arrived as the air is getting crisp and the leaves are slowly changing colors. This is such a beautiful season! We have a lot of important events ahead, so please be sure to mark your calendars and read this newsletter carefully. In addition, we invite all McNair families to join the McNair PTA! Our next PTA meeting will be on Wednesday, October 16th at 6:30pm in the McNair Elementary School Cafeteria.

Just a couple of friendly reminders:

Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day is tomorrow, October 9th!
Parent Meeting & Tea with Principal Watson & Reading Specialist Ms. Carper around Literacy Instruction at McNair ES, will be on Friday, October 11th. (Session 1: 9:00am & Session 2: 2:30 PM)
Indigenous Peoples' Day is on Monday, October 14th. On this day, there is no school for students. This is a Staff Development Day.
Donations for McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staff: Please sign up to donate some snacks for our amazing staff! Fall Snacks Sign-Up Form

Furthermore, we are continuing to keep our McNair community in our thoughts as we know many of you may have loved ones impacted by the hurricane down south. Please reach out if there is anyway that we can support your student or your family.

Thank you all for your continuous partnership and support. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters 🗓️ Attendance Expectations

Regular attendance can help students be successful in the classroom, graduate on time, and achieve their life goals. If students miss too much school, school staff may contact parents/guardians to work with them to support improved attendance. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together!

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

Arrival/Dismissal Friendly Reminders

In order to ensure the safety of our community, for families that choose to drive their student(s) to school, please utilize the kiss-and-ride loops at both McNair campuses during arrival and dismissal for students in grades K-2. Families of our preschool students should use street parking. Please avoid parking at the Townes of Copper Mill during these times. We appreciate your attention to this matter.

👟Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day Let’s Walk, Bike, and Roll to School!

Join us for Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 9! Walking and biking promote physical activity, reduces traffic, and teaches our students important pedestrian skills. Let’s create a healthier and safer community together!

Click here to get more information about Walk and Roll to School Day.

Show Your Spirit, Mustangs!

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:

Tuesday, October 8, 3-7 p.m.
Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.

Elementary School Clinics

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP October Newsletter

Save the Date: An Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process

Monday, October 21st from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the McNair Upper Elementary School Cafeteria

McNair Elementary: PreK-2 Mrs. Burg ([email protected])

McNair Upper: Grades 3-6 Mallory Janofsky ([email protected])

📚 Social Studies Basal Resources Review

FCPS is adopting Social Studies Basal Resources for the 2025-26 school year. Basal resources are the primary resources used to support instruction in a given subject. Public review of the instructional materials under consideration — which is part of the process for selecting new resources — is underway. Visit the Community Review webpage for more information on how to view the materials online or in person.

All community feedback will be shared with School Board members before they vote to select materials in spring 2025. FCPS adopts basal resources by the process outlined in Regulation 3004.

Power Pack Program

Power Packs are Ziploc bags of food sent home every Friday with students who do not get enough food on the weekends without their school-provided meals. Your child can receive a pack if they qualify for free or reduced meals through the school.

If you need this program, please fill out this form: Power Pack Form or scan the QR Code below.

Please fill out a separate form for each child at McNair Elementary. Your information is confidential. Once we receive your form, we will email you with more information. You may also contact our School Counselors or Parent Liaison with any questions you may have.

Kristin Coe [email protected]

Donna Ford [email protected]

Selene Vargas (se habla español) [email protected]

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

PTA Updates October PTA Meeting

Join us Wednesday, October 16th from 6:30-7:30pm at McNair Elementary School for our General Membership PTA Meeting. We hope to see you there!

Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

McNair PTA is excited to bring back the After School Clubs! The registration is now open!

Registration Link for After School Clubs
- Sign-Up for McNair After School Clubs
Registration link for upcoming art competition "Reflections"
- 24-25 Reflections Registration
Guidelines for "Reflections"
- 24-25 Reflection Guidelines

Teaching Your Kids Dollar$ and Cent$:

Did you know, teaching children about money early, leads them to become more financially independent as they get older? Come learn how to help your children establish wise financial habits that will build a strong foundation for their future.

Join the Parenting Education Program on Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30pm

Join online Via Zoom

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87122481968 Password: Parents24$

Current Board Members of McNair PTA

President: Lorelei Cheung

Secretary: Rekha Mani

Treasurer: Sukumar Krishnamurthy

VP of Fundraising & Appreciation: Amrita Singh

VP of Events and Community Outreach: Miranda Butzlaff

VP of Club & Competition Programming: Danielle Tyler

VP of Membership & Volunteers: Gowri Kaliappan

VP of Communications: Sayanti Dasgupta

VP of Technology: Dileep Soundararajan

Competitions Co-Chairs: Archana Pattem & Satya Gunisetti

Vacant PTA Positions

Assistant to VP of Events & Community Outreach
Teacher Appreciation Chair
Financial Secretary
Technology Chair

We're also looking for friendly coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind, and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

For more information please email the PTA Board at [email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

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

Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

The Office of the Ombuds Staff

The Office of the Ombuds staff engage with families, students, and staff to offer resources, assist in settling conflicts, and raise concerns to improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.

The ombuds is available to:

Share strategies for parents to improve communication with, and between, school and home.
Help resolve disagreements between parents and schools or disagreements involving employees in the workplace.
Provide ideas to foster parent participation in Individual Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan meetings.

Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.

Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email [email protected], or visit their webpage, where you may Submit a Question.

Yom Kippur

Friday, October 11, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. There is school that day, but important events will not occur after school. See the complete school year calendar.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day. See the complete school year calendar.

FCPS Parent Workshop National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.

Disability History Awareness Month

National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
All FCPS Schools Accredited
How FCPS Is Teaching Reading and Writing
Become a Special Education Teacher

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

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!

Be Sure To Stay In Touch, McNair! Please stay in touch with us by...

Visiting the McNair Elementary School website
Signing up for News You Choose
Joining the McNair Elementary School PTA and attending meetings
Reviewing parent communications in FCPS Overview
Referencing the 2024-2025 School Year FCPS Calendar when making appointments or scheduling family trips.
Technology Support for Families
Schoology
SIS/ParentVUE Account Access
FCPS Assessment Information
FCPS Academics Information
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Recognizing a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

Friendly Reminders Mark your calendars!

As we navigate through our school year together, please mark the upcoming important dates on your calendar.

October 9: Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day

October 11: Parent Meeting & Tea with Principal Watson & Reading Specialist Ms. Carper around Literacy Instruction at McNair ES, Session 1: 9:00am & Session 2: 2:30 PM (Both sessions are the same,)

October 11: Yom Kippur

October 14: Indigenous Peoples' Day, No School for Students, Staff Development Day

October 16: PTA Meeting at 6:30pm at McNair ES, Cafeteria

October 21: Full Time AAP Screening Parent Meeting in the cafeteria at McNair Upper Elementary School (G3-6 building), 6:00-7:00pm

October 21: Dr. Reid's Community Conversations at 6:30pm at Virginia Run ES

October 28: 3 Hours Early Release Monday Grades K-2-Dismissal at 12:30pm Please complete form: https://forms.gle/bEmijZM4A1NH1Taj9

October 31: Our Annual McNair & McNair Upper Storybook Character Day Parade at McNair ES on the Field (More details coming soon!)

October 31: 2 Hour Early Release, Dismissal at 1:30pm, End of First Quarter

November 1: All Schools & Offices Closed, Diwali

November 4: No School For Students, School Planning Day

November 5: No School For Students, Teacher Workday

November 8: 2nd Grade Veterans Day Performance (More information Coming Soon!)

November 11: All Schools & Offices Closed, Veterans Day

November 18-22: The Scholastic Book Fair at McNair ES

November 20: Family Night at the Book Fair at McNair ES

November 22: Thanksgiving Luncheon for Grades K-2 at McNair ES

November 27-29: All Schools & Offices Closed, Thanksgiving Break

December 23-January 3: No School For Students, Winter Break

2024-2025 Arrival and Dismissal

Arrival begins at 8:35am. The school day begins at 8:45am.

Dismissal begins at 3:30 pm.

We are looking forward to galloping together with you throughout the 2024-2025 school year!

2499 Thomas Jefferson Drive Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 703.793.4800

Attendance: 703.793.4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Special Announcement!

McNair Upper Elementary News1 month 1 week ago

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MUES Special Announcement! October 8, 2024

Ms. Soni, School Librarian, cordially invites our MUES families to the Fall Book Fair!

The Fall Book Fair will take place next week from October 15th- 18th during school hours.

Family Night at the Book Fair will be held on Thursday, October 17th from 4:15-6:15 PM. A parent or responsible adult must escort their Mustang to this event.

eWallets are a great way to send money with your child to buy books without sending cash. You can signup for an eWallet here.

There is more information on our Scholastic Website located here. You can buy books online including preordering the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dogman book!

Happy Reading!

Mrs. Goddin, Principal

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Upper Elementary School, Weekly News & Announcements

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MUES Weekly News & Announcements October 4, 2024

Hello Mustang Families,

Last week, FCPS celebrated Blue Star Welcome Week where schools welcomed military-connected families and thanked them for their service. We sincerely thank our military-connected families that are an integral part of our McNair family.

Thank you to the Avery family for joining our administrative team for breakfast. We sincerely thank Mr. Avery for his service to our country! We'd also like to thank Henry, 5th grade Mustang, for leading us in our daily Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence at MUES!

We wish all of you a wonderful fall weekend in hopes we get a break from the rain and see the sun instead. We look forward to welcoming our Mustangs back on Monday morning when our school doors open at 8:35 AM.

Your Proud Principal,

Mrs. Goddin

October McNair Community AART Newsletter

We Are Still Looking For Volunteers For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

If you are interested in serving as a family representative for the McNair Upper ES community, please reach out to Mrs. Goddin, Principal, by email at [email protected].

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JZ4KRYb4mYh5N2Qt6NJOKu

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

For specific pricing information and how to order fall picture packages online, please click on the following link: Fall Picture Day Information

Fall Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline for Newly Enrolled Students: October 15th

Upcoming AAP Presentations

An Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process

Monday, October 21st from 6-7 p.m.

McNair Upper Elementary Cafeteria

Middle and High School AAP Services Overview

Wednesday, November 20th 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Zoom link; will be shared in the future

Audience: Parents of 5th and 6th grade students

The 2023-30 Strategic Plan- Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow’s Innovation

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

McNair PTA News...

Registration Link for PTA membership: Join the McNair PTA!
McNair PTA is excited to bring back the After School clubs! And the registration is open now. We have so many clubs to choose from! There's the Business Club, Art Club, Active Sports Club, Game Club, Guitar and Ukulele Club, Running Club, Engineering and Computer Science Club, Debate Club, Newspaper Club, Crochet Club, Video Game Design Club, Origami Club, McNaERAS Tour Club.
Registration Link for After School Clubs: Sign-Up for McNair After School Clubs
Registration link for upcoming art competition "Reflections": 24-25 Reflections Registration

Guidelines for "Reflections" : 24-25 Reflection Guidelines
Teaching you Kids Dollar$ and Cent$: Do you know, teaching children about money early, leads them to become more financially independent as they get older. Come learn how to help your children establish wise financial habits that will build a strong foundation for their future.

Join the Parenting Education Program on Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30pm

Join online Via Zoom

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87122481968 Password: Parents24$

Looking for interested candidates for the following vacant Positions in the PTA. For more information please email to [email protected]
- Assistant to VP of Events & Community Outreach
- Teacher Appreciation Chair
- Financial Secretary
- Technology Chair

We're also looking for friendly Coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

Thank you for all your support.

Warm Regards,

Sayanti Dasgupta,

VP Communications McNair ES PTA

October 10th: 1st Quarter Interims sent home in Thursday Folders
October 16th: October General Membership PTA Meeting at 6:30 PM/McNair ES
October 21st: Full-Time AAP Screening Overview at 6:00 PM/Location: McNair Upper ES (3-6 school)
October 21st-November 22nd: McNair Upper ES Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Window
October 28th: Three-Hour Early Release Day; Dismissal at 12:30 PM
October 31st: End of the 1st Quarter of School; Dismissal at 1:30 PM
October 31st: Annual Storybook Character Parade (more information to follow in the coming weeks)
November 1st: Diwali; school closed
November 4th & November 5th: Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays; school closed for students
November 6th: 2nd Quarter of School Begins

2410 Fox Mill Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Phone: 571-982-1700

Attendance: 571-982-4747 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

McNair Elementary School Weekly Newsletter, October 1, 2024

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The Mustang Weekly Newsletter

Greetings McNair Students and Families,

Thank you for another great week! Our readers, writers, mathematicians, and scientists have been hard at work this week making explorations, stretching their thinking, and taking risks in their learning! We hope that you have been able to check-in with your student to continue the conversations around what they are learning at school and how they might apply those strategies to real world situations and experiences.

In addition, please ensure that you have scheduled a conference with your child's teacher. A strong home-school partnership is very important to us! Furthermore, there is no school for students on Thursday, October 3rd or Friday, October 4th. For those celebrating Rosh Hashanah, Shanah Tovah!

Just a few friendly reminders:

Picture Day is today at McNair! Please see below in regards to how you can order your child's photos.
Schools are closed on Thursday and Friday this week for students.
Custodian Appreciation Day is on Wednesday, October 2nd.
Donations for McNair ES & McNair Upper ES Staff: Please sign up to donate some snacks for our amazing staff! Fall Snacks Sign-Up Form

As always, thank you for your continuous partnership and support. Please be sure to reach out if you have any questions or if there is anyway that we can support your student or your family. We hope that you all have a wonderful week, Mustangs!

All the best,

Mrs. Watson and Mrs. O'Bryant

Please contact us with any questions!

Principal: Elizabeth Watson, [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Brandy O'Bryant, [email protected]

🗓️Attendance Matters 🗓️ Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events

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

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

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

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

Picture Day Is Today at McNair ES! Calling All Smiles!

Fall Picture Day at McNair Elementary School is on October 1, 2024.

To order your child’s photos after today please see the following:

Go to strawbridge.net
Use the code: FM442064
All photos can be ordered online, only. (Please do not send in money.)

Custodian Appreciation Day Wednesday, October 2nd is National Custodian Appreciation Day!

We appreciate our custodians so much as they work tirelessly to ensure that our building sparkles each and everyday in order to provide a clean and safe learning environment for all of our McNair Mustangs! We invite families to share their appreciation by having students write a thank you note, share a drawing, or even provide a treat. This will surely brighten their day!

We Are Still Looking For One More Volunteer For The Family Vision Group! Let's Build a Brighter Tomorrow Together

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Thank you so much in advance for your support of this new division-wide opportunity for families!

Snacks for the McNair ES and McNair Upper Staffs!

If you are able to do so, please consider donating something. Please click on the following link to sign-up for your donation:

Donations can be dropped off to the designated school's main office each school day between the hours of 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Thank you in advance for your support!

All the best,

Mrs. Goddin & Mrs. Watson

Crosswalk Safety at McNair ES

We want to emphasize the importance of safety on our school grounds and surrounding areas. One crucial aspect of this is using the designated crosswalks to safely cross Thomas Jefferson Drive.

👟Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day Let’s Walk, Bike, and Roll to School!

Click here to get more information about Walk and Roll to School Day.

Free Immunizations For All FCPS Students

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations for all FCPS students at no cost! 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.

Elementary School Immunization Clinics to Be Held on Early Release Days

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

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

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

Advanced Academics Programming (AAP) Community Newsletter & Important Information AAP October Newsletter

Save the Date: An Overview of the AAP Full Time Screening Process

Monday, October 21st from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the McNair Upper Elementary School Cafeteria

McNair Elementary: PreK-2 Mrs. Burg ([email protected])

McNair Upper: Grades 3-6 Mallory Janofsky ([email protected])

AAP Presentation Materials from September 16th

The McNair Advanced Academic Resource Teachers, Mrs. Burg and Mrs. Janofsky, presented information about the Advanced Academic Program in Fairfax County to families on Monday, September 16th. The presentation is now posted on our website for families to reference.

Power Pack Program

If you need this program, please fill out this form: Power Pack Form or scan the QR Code below.

Kristin Coe [email protected]

Donna Ford [email protected]

Selene Vargas (se habla español) [email protected]

📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

Volunteer at McNair! Are you interested in Volunteering at McNair?

PTA Updates October PTA Meeting

Join us Wednesday, October 16th from 6:30-7:30pm at McNair Upper Elementary School for our General Membership PTA Meeting. We hope to see you there!

Get Involved with the PTA!

For more information or to apply, please reach out to our PTA at [email protected]

McNair PTA is excited to bring back the After School Clubs! The registration is now open!

Registration Link for After School Clubs
- Sign-Up for McNair After School Clubs
Registration link for upcoming art competition "Reflections"
- 24-25 Reflections Registration
Guidelines for "Reflections"
- 24-25 Reflection Guidelines

Current Board Members of McNair PTA

President: Lorelei Cheung

Secretary: Rekha Mani

Treasurer: Sukumar Krishnamurthy

VP of Fundraising & Appreciation: Amrita Singh

VP of Events and Community Outreach: Miranda Butzlaff

VP of Club & Competition Programming: Danielle Tyler

VP of Membership & Volunteers: Gowri Kaliappan

VP of Communications: Sayanti Dasgupta

VP of Technology: Dileep Soundararajan

Competitions Co-Chairs: Archana Pattem & Satya Gunisetti

Vacant PTA Positions

Assistant to VP of Events & Community Outreach
Teacher Appreciation Chair
Financial Secretary
Technology Chair

We're also looking for friendly coaches and volunteers to host events like Science Olympiad Division B, ACSL, Odyssey of the Mind, and Reflections.

Please click on the link to join the volunteer group:

For more information please email the PTA Board at [email protected]

✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 4: Equitable Access to Opportunities

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.

The fourth goal ensures all students have the same access to opportunities, no matter what school they attend. This includes academics and other programs that inspire and engage students and allow them to explore their passions and talents. See how Goal 4 is being put into practice.

Gun Safety Gun Safety and Safe Gun Storage

Providing students and staff with a safe educational environment remains our priority. Sadly, gun violence continues to impact schools and communities across our nation.

In FCPS, lessons on gun safety are built into our curriculum. It is critical that parents and guardians talk to their children about the importance of gun safety and safe gun storage in their homes, and in any home they may visit.

The FCPS website has gun safety resources as well as information about safety and security practices at schools. See Dr. Reid’s recent letter to the community for more resources.

Safely Store Firearms and Medications

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has a limited supply of free locking medication boxes and trigger locks that fit a wide variety of firearms. Visit the Lock and Talk website to learn more.

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

Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

FCPS Parent Workshop

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Disability History Awareness Month

National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.

Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.

Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed.

Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.

FCPS News

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

FCPS Strives to Become Purple Star School Division
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.

Follow McNair on Social Media! 👍❤️ Follow Our School on Social Media!

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at McNair Elementary School? Follow us on social media!