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Students in Ms. Chykirda's class gather for the first Morning Meeting of 2025!

What's Happening Mount Eagle January 17, 2025

Ms. Granfield models a math game for students in Grade 2. Students are practicing using tools to solve subtraction problems with efficiency and accuracy.

A Message from Ms. Kirkland

This week we welcomed our community back together for the first full week of the school year!  It has been so wonderful to feel the energy back in the building. We are working on remembering our routines, reconnecting with each other, and with our learning. Thank you for helping your children get back in the routine of getting up and getting to school on time so they can do their very best.

We will be off on Monday, January 20 to celebrate Martin Luther King Day and for Inauguration Day.  Our PTO will be meeting on Tuesday, January 21 at 8:40am in the library.  If you drop off in the morning, please plan to stop in to learn more about programming the PTO seeks to provide, including after school clubs.

Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle! As always, we are so grateful for your partnership.

Kate

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.

🧥 Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

Winter weather is here! As a reminder, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy time outdoors We monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside for activities like recess or physical education.

Visit Fairfax County’s website for Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips. 

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact our family liaison, Lily Del Campo, at [email protected]. You may also contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care. 

Midyear Assessments

As we near the halfway point in the school year, we will doing some assessments with students in January to see their progress and make adjustments. Students in Grades 1-6 will be taking the math iReady assessment in January. Our multi-lingual learners will be assessed in their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills through the WIDA test. And our primary grade students will have a midpoint assessment in language arts using the VALLSS. We'll share more information as we receive it. 

Boundary Change Meetings: Attend Virtually

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Monday, January 20 | MLK Day Holiday - No school

Tuesday, January 21 | PTO Meeting, 8:40am in the Libary

Tuesday, January 28 | End Quarter 2

Wednesday, January 29 | Teacher Workday - No school for students

Monday, February 10 | Early Release Monday - Students dismiss at 12:30pm.

Monday, February 17 | President's Day Holiday - No school

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Students in Ms. Chykirda's class gather for the first Morning Meeting of 2025!

What's Happening Mount Eagle January 10, 2025 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

We were so happy to welcome your children back to Mount Eagle today! Our custodial team worked tirelessly over the last few days to ensure that our staff, students, and families could access the school safely.  With many hours of shoveling, salting, and sweeping, we were ready!  We are so grateful to them, and to our entire community for their patience.

January will mark the final weeks of the second quarter of school.  We are nearly halfway through the year already!  Daily attendance will continue to be important, especially with the changes in weather and schedules.  Please continue to plan vacations and trips during schedule FCPS holidays so that we can ensure your children are learning every day we are here.

Finally, I'm seeing a little snowflake for this weekend.  Please continue to keep an eye on the weather and make sure we have your most up-to-date contact information so we can keep you informed of scheduled changes and closings.  Crossing fingers this next storm has a much smaller impact!

Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle!

Kate

Kate Kirkland

Principal

[email protected]

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather is here! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Midyear Assessments

As we near the halfway point in the school year, we will doing some assessments with students in January to see their progress and make adjustments. Students in Grades 1-6 will be taking the math iReady assessment in January. Our multi-lingual learners will be assessed in their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills through the WIDA test. And our primary grade students will have a midpoint assessment in language arts using the VALLSS. We'll share more information as we receive it. 

Dual Language Immersion Lottery

Registration for the countywide lottery for FCPS’ Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program will open on Monday, January 13, 2025. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion program for the 2025-26 school year. 

Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. 

Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting held at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program Registration page for a list of meetings by language offered. 

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and the DLI Program Registration webpage. Thank you for spreading the word to friends and neighbors who may be interested in registering their rising kindergarten student. As a reminder, families do not have to live inside a school's boundary to participate in an immersion program as it is determined by lottery.

Boundary Change Meetings: Attend Virtually

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m. 

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Monday, January 6 | All students and staff return.

Monday, January 20 | MLK Day Holiday - No school

Tuesday, January 28 | End Quarter 2

Wednesday, January 29 | Teacher Workday - No school for students

Monday, February 10 | Early Release Monday - Students dismiss at 12:30pm.

Monday, February 17 | President's Day Holiday - No school

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Grade 6 students dress in matching outfits for Twin/Trio Day in December.

What's Happening Mount Eagle January 3, 2025 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

Happy New Year to everyone in the Mount Eagle community! I hope that you and your family found time to connect with loved ones. Our custodial team was busy over the break with deep cleaning and preparing for the return of students this coming Monday.

As I write this, that snowflake icon keeps peeking in and out on my weather app. We know that the weather in this area can change rapidly, so please stay tuned for all weather alerts from FCPS. When a 2-hour delayed opening is announced, students may begin arriving no earlier than 10:25am. Please do not drop off students before that as there is no supervision.

Please take some time this weekend to make sure that you have all of your winter weather clothing ready to go for the return to school.  We go outside for recess unless we received word that wind chills are at dangerous levels or the play area is snow or ice-covered. We want to make sure children are able to play outside comfortably, so make sure hats, coats and gloves go to school with your child.

As always, thank you for your partnership with us in your child's education at Mount Eagle. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

Kate

Kate Kirkland

Principal

[email protected]

❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Midyear Assessments

As we near the halfway point in the school year, we will doing some assessments with students in January to see their progress and make adjustments. Students in Grades 1-6 will be taking the math iReady assessment in January. Our multi-lingual learners will be assessed in their listening, reading, writing and speaking skills through the WIDA test. And our primary grade students will have a midpoint assessment in language arts using the VALLSS. We'll share more information as we receive it. 

Dual Language Immersion Lottery

Registration for the countywide lottery for FCPS’ Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program will open on Monday, January 13, 2025. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion program for the 2025-26 school year. 

Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. 

Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting held at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program Registration page for a list of meetings by language offered. 

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and the DLI Program Registration webpage. Thank you for spreading the word to friends and neighbors who may be interested in registering their rising kindergarten student. As a reminder, families do not have to live inside a school's boundary to participate in an immersion program as it is determined by lottery.

Boundary Change Meetings: Attend Virtually

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m. 

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Monday, January 6 | All students and staff return.

Monday, January 20 | MLK Day Holiday - No school

Tuesday, January 28 | End Quarter 2

Wednesday, January 29 | Teacher Workday - No school for students

Monday, February 10 | Early Release Monday - Students dismiss at 12:30pm.

Monday, February 17 | President's Day Holiday - No school

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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The Mount Eagle community gathered for our Annual Sing-a-Long!  We had so much fun singing together!  

What's Happening Mount Eagle December 20, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

As we wrap up a memorable 2024 at Mount Eagle, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support and partnership. It has been an incredible year filled with growth, learning, and unforgettable moments that make this place like no other! I am incredibly proud of the progress our students have made these past few months. They have shown dedication, perseverance, and a love of learning that inspires us all! We are excited to see what they will accomplish when we come back in January.

As we bid farewell to 2024, we look forward to welcoming 2025 with open arms. Our staff is committed to providing our students with a high-quality education that prepares them for success throughout the entirety of their educational experience and beyond.   We believe that together, we can tap into our unlimited potential as learners and leaders within our Mount Eagle community.

I wish you all a joyous holiday season filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. May the new year bring you health and an abundance of joy!

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Mount Eagle Schedule for Winter Break

The Mount Eagle main office will be closed during the winter break. Any messages will be returned with school reopens on January 6, 2025.  We hope you have a wonderful break and a very happy new year!

Our school social work, Ms. Shannon, and our Family Liaison, Ms. Del Campo helped coordinate many donations to support families ahead of the winter break! See information below for more information about resources you can access over the break.

🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.

⛄Student and Family Assistance During Break

Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Boundary Review

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.

📖 Advanced Academics Screening

Families with students in grades 2-6 that may be interested in referring their child for full time advanced academic services for the 2024-25 school year should complete a referral by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2024.  

For more information on full time AAP continuum of services please refer to the AAP website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire may be found through this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap

 What are full time advanced academic services?

• In grades 3-8, some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with rigorous, differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) and students are clustered on a full-time basis.

• All decisions regarding full-time placement in Full-Time AAP program are made through a central screening committee of educators from across FCPS.. Full-Time services continue through Grade 8 and students do not need to be evaluated each year. 

Eligibility decisions will be sent April 3-4

If you have any questions about screening and the continuum of services please contact Jacqui Greene, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at [email protected]. 

⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.

Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

December 20 | Winter Sing-a-Long; 2:00pm in the Gym

December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break

Monday, January 6 | All students and staff return.

Monday, January 20 | MLK Day Holiday - No school

Wednesday, January 29 | Teacher Workday - No school for students

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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Students in Ms. Guerrero's Grade 1 class share their plans for before they set off for independent writing.

What's Happening Mount Eagle December 15, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

Our last week of 2024 begins tomorrow! The end of the year brings lots of learning, reflection, and fun.  Many units in math and language arts will end this week, and students will be completing assessments to show what they know before the head out for the break.

This last week is also full of reflection. Many classrooms focus on giving students time to think about the ways they have grown in 2024 and to begin to set goals for 2025.  Communities will also reflect on ways they can keep learning over the break with lots of reading.  

Finally, this last week is filled with fun!  We are wrapping up the year with a spirit week! Be sure to help your child participate in the fun.

• Monday | Mount Eagle Spirit Wear
• Tuesday | Sports Day - Wear your favorite team jerseys
• Wednesday | Twin/Trio Day - Dress to match your friends!
• Thursday | Dress Your Best - Choose something fancy for today!
• Friday | Pajama Day - Wear something cozy for our Sing-a-Long.  (Shoes must be worn.)

Can't wait to see you all this week! I hope you have had a wonderful weekend, Mount Eagle!

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Winter Sing-a-Long

Our Mount Eagle Winter concert is Friday, December 20 at 2:00pm.  If you wish to take your student(s) home immediately after the concert you will need to complete this form for each student.  The office will prepare a pink pass and have it ready for you to pick up on your way into the concert.  That pass will provide you and your student access to their classroom to retrieve their items.  Please leave the pink pass with the teacher.

https://forms.gle/md51MVLrNWZ9k8ri8

Mount Eagle Schedule for Winter Break

The Mount Eagle main office will be closed during the winter break. Any messages will be returned with school reopens on January 6, 2025.  We hope you have a wonderful break and a very happy new year!

🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.

⛄Student and Family Assistance During Break

Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Boundary Review

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.

📖 Advanced Academics Screening

Families with students in grades 2-6 that may be interested in referring their child for full time advanced academic services for the 2024-25 school year should complete a referral by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2024.  

For more information on full time AAP continuum of services please refer to the AAP website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire may be found through this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap

 What are full time advanced academic services?

• In grades 3-8, some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with rigorous, differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) and students are clustered on a full-time basis.

• All decisions regarding full-time placement in Full-Time AAP program are made through a central screening committee of educators from across FCPS.. Full-Time services continue through Grade 8 and students do not need to be evaluated each year. 

Eligibility decisions will be sent April 3-4

If you have any questions about screening and the continuum of services please contact Jacqui Greene, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at [email protected]. 

⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.

Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

December 20 | Winter Sing-a-Long; 2:00pm in the Gym

December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break

Monday, January 6 | All students and staff return.

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Out Advanced Academics Resource Teacher leads a group in a third grade math class.

What's Happening Mount Eagle December 6, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

I can't believe that December is already here!  There are only two more weeks left until the winter break, and they will be packed with lots of learning and fun. Many units will finish up in these next two weeks.  Thank you in advance for reserving time for trips and time off for the break to ensure your children have access to this learning.

Earlier this week, one of our school board members, Mateo Dunne, met with our PTO to share information about FCPS boundary review process.  This is a big process that involves hearing from all stakeholders about how we proceed to ensure efficient and equitable access to facilities and programs across our division.  There are many opportunities for parents to learn more and to share feedback.  Please make sure you check out more details in the Boundary Review article in this newsletter.

In just two weeks, we will gather for an annual Mount Eagle tradition for our Winter Sing-a-Long.  We will be cozy in our pajamas as we gather to sing holiday tunes together.  Families are welcome to join us, and we have a system for parents who might want to sign their children out afterwards.  More details can be found below.

As always, thank you for all you do to support our school community. Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle!

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Winter Sing-a-Long

Our Mount Eagle Winter concert is Friday, December 20 at 2:00pm.  If you wish to take your student(s) home immediately after the concert you will need to complete this form for each student.  The office will prepare a pink pass and have it ready for you to pick up on your way into the concert.  That pass will provide you and your student access to their classroom to retrieve their items.  Please leave the pink pass with the teacher.

https://forms.gle/md51MVLrNWZ9k8ri8

🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.

⛄ Get Outdoors for Winter Fun!

The Fairfax County Park Authority has rounded up its seasonal fun into a handy list of events happening across the county. 

Learn more about the Winter Wonderland and the Holiday Train at Burke Lake Park, Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, and many more fun events.

Boundary Review

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.

📖 Advanced Academics Screening

Families with students in grades 2-6 that may be interested in referring their child for full time advanced academic services for the 2024-25 school year should complete a referral by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2024.  

For more information on full time AAP continuum of services please refer to the AAP website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire may be found through this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap

 What are full time advanced academic services?

• In grades 3-8, some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with rigorous, differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) and students are clustered on a full-time basis.

• All decisions regarding full-time placement in Full-Time AAP program are made through a central screening committee of educators from across FCPS.. Full-Time services continue through Grade 8 and students do not need to be evaluated each year. 

Eligibility decisions will be sent April 3-4

If you have any questions about screening and the continuum of services please contact Jacqui Greene, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at [email protected]. 

⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.

Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

December 20 | Winter Sing-a-Long; 2:00pm in the Gym

December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Students in Grade 5 record their observations of various mixtures and solutions in their Science class.

What's Happening Mount Eagle November 29, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

I hope you are enjoying a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and weekend.  We will return to school on Monday, December 2 ready to continue with our learning together.  As the holiday season continues, please plan to make sure your children are in school every day. We will be learning new content daily and we want to make sure your children have the benefit of these experience every day.

As is tradition, we will be holding our Winter Sing-a-Long on December 20 at 2:00pm.  Families are welcome to gather with as we sing holiday tunes together as a community.  More information will be in next week's newsletter on how parents can sign their children out of school for early dismissal following the event.  Stay tuned!

Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle!

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

🔔 Morning Arrival Reminder

At Mount Eagle, parents are welcome to walk their children to classrooms every morning.  Please remember that all  Grade 1 & 2 students should enter through the Garden Door (Door #3).  Do not walk into the modular building by walking through the driveway.  We have many maintenance vehicles that drive through this space, and staff are not posted to ensure a safe walking route.  

If you are not able to walk through the front of the building, parents are also welcome to drop students at Kiss n Ride in the mornings.  Staff are posted along the front walkway to ensure that students walk safely to the correct entrance.

Thank you for following these routes to ensure a safe school arrival every day!

Boundary Review

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.

📖 Advanced Academics Screening

Families with students in grades 2-6 that may be interested in referring their child for full time advanced academic services for the 2024-25 school year should complete a referral by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2024.  

For more information on full time AAP continuum of services please refer to the AAP website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire may be found through this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap

 What are full time advanced academic services?

• In grades 3-8, some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with rigorous, differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) and students are clustered on a full-time basis.

• All decisions regarding full-time placement in Full-Time AAP program are made through a central screening committee of educators from across FCPS.. Full-Time services continue through Grade 8 and students do not need to be evaluated each year. 

Eligibility decisions will be sent April 3-4

If you have any questions about screening and the continuum of services please contact Jacqui Greene, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at [email protected]. 

Literacy Resources for Families

Each Benchmark unit has accompanying letters and activity calendars to inform families about the unit of study to support their children at home with practicing reading and writing skills. Translations of the letters in the top 6 languages are in process and will be made available in Schoology, as they are ready. Please make every effort to send the letters to families in their chosen correspondence language in SIS.  

Principals are encouraged to share the Literacy Resources for Families and Family-Facing Curriculum sites with families now. At the start of each unit, administrators may also wish to include a brief note in the school newsletter telling families to expect the unit letter and activity calendar.   

Important Links:

• FCPS ELA Pacing Calendars
• Benchmark Advance Family Letters & Activity Calendars Translations
• Literacy Resources for Families 
• Family-Facing Curriculum

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

December 3 | PTO Meeting on Zoom, 7:00-8:00pm 

December 20 | Winter Sing-a-Long; 2:00pm in the Gym

December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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These third graders had a surprise when they all coordinated wearing a favorite shirt! Be on the lookout for Spirit Days in December, which include Twin/Trio Day!

What's Happening Mount Eagle November 23, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

Next week is a holiday for staff and students from Wednesday, November 27- 29.  Monday and Tuesday are full days of learning for our students, and we are excited to welcome them!  Some grade levels are finishing up units in math and taking their unit assessments before they begin new learning right after the break.  Please be sure that you are sending your children to school every day unless they are sick so they can benefit from the great learning happening every day.

The holiday season can be both joyous and stressful for families.  There are many events and traditions to juggle while still making sure you are taking care of your daily needs. Should your family need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to Shannon Southard, our school social worker. She has extensive knowledge about resources in our community that can help.

I will be joining my family over the break to give thanks, and will be counting this community as one of many blessings.  I'm so grateful for the opportunity to lead this amazing staff and to serve you and your children.  I hope that you enjoy a safe and warm holiday. 

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

🔔 Morning Arrival Reminder

At Mount Eagle, parents are welcome to walk their children to classrooms every morning.  Please remember that all  Grade 1 & 2 students should enter through the Garden Door (Door #3).  Do not walk into the modular building by walking through the driveway.  We have many maintenance vehicles that drive through this space, and staff are not posted to ensure a safe walking route.  

If you are not able to walk through the front of the building, parents are also welcome to drop students at Kiss n Ride in the mornings.  Staff are posted along the front walkway to ensure that students walk safely to the correct entrance.

Thank you for following these routes to ensure a safe school arrival every day!

Boundary Review

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.

📖 Advanced Academics Screening

Families with students in grades 2-6 that may be interested in referring their child for full time advanced academic services for the 2024-25 school year should complete a referral by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2024.  

For more information on full time AAP continuum of services please refer to the AAP website: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs

Referral forms and the optional parent questionnaire may be found through this link: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-academic-programs-aap/forms-advanced-academic-program-aap

 What are full time advanced academic services?

• In grades 3-8, some advanced learners need a full-time advanced academic program with rigorous, differentiated instruction in all four core content areas (Language Arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) and students are clustered on a full-time basis.

• All decisions regarding full-time placement in Full-Time AAP program are made through a central screening committee of educators from across FCPS.. Full-Time services continue through Grade 8 and students do not need to be evaluated each year. 

Eligibility decisions will be sent April 3-4

If you have any questions about screening and the continuum of services please contact Jacqui Greene, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at [email protected]. 

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices. 

The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.

In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.

Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact Sara Weiss-Cowie, our SEL Screener Lead, at [email protected].

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Wednesday-Friday, November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

December 20 | Winter Sing-a-Long; 2:00pm in the Gym

December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Ms. Seman's class adopted the class name "United" this year, and DC United gave them a shout out!  All of our 6th grade students received DC United water bottles and gear!

What's Happening Mount Eagle November 16, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

Thank you to all the families and staff members who made it out to our Annual Bingo Night last night!  We had so much fun, and so many winners!  Over 40 prize baskets were given out, and over 20 teacher experiences won.  We are so grateful to our PTO for organizing this event. The funds raised will help fund field trips for every grade level at Mount Eagle this year.

You might notice some new trees planted near our field when you stop by our playground.  Ms. Weber, our Get2Green Coordinator, helped us partner with Urban Forestry to plan 6 trees this fall on our property. Students from several grade levels were able to come out to help with the planting and learn about how important it is to plant trees in urban environments.

Finally, Monday will be our final Early Release Monday of 2024.  Unless you have made arrangements with the main office, your child will follow the same schedule and route as they did on the October Early Release Monday.

Next week will be a full week of school, followed by a short week.  Please be sure to send your children to school on Monday, November 25 and Tuesday, November 26.  We have full days of learning planned!

I hope you have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle! 

Kate

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Boundary Review

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.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Wednesday-Friday, November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

December 23 through January 5 | Winter Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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Some our veteran parents joined our All School Meeting this week to share the opportunities being part of our military has provided.  We are so thankful for their service!

What's Happening Mount Eagle November 8, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

This Monday is a holiday for staff and students to celebrate Veteran's Day.  Today, we welcomed some of our veteran parents to join our All School Meeting to share some of the experiences they have had as a military veteran. Parents shared some of the countries they have traveled to and the ways that they have been able to help people all over the world. We were able to share a big thank you from our whole community for their years of service.

Mount Eagle is a proud Purple Star school that has many systems in place to support our students who are military-connected.  From breakfasts for military-connected students to ambassadors to welcome new students, Mount Eagle is committed to ensuring our families are welcomed and supported.

We hope that you enjoy a wonderful long weekend and we look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday, November 12. Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle!

Kate

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Federal Impact Aid Surveys

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. 

Bingo Night is Coming!

Our annual Bingo Night is coming on Friday, November 15th from 6:00-8:00pm.  PTO is looking for donations of toys, crafts, and games to create prize baskets for bingo winners.  Their goal is to create as many baskets as possible so we spread out the fun!

Mount Eagle staff will also be raffling off staff experiences, like donuts with Ms. Weber, or knitting with Ms. Weiner!  We can't wait to see you there!

Calling All Theater Lovers!

Edison High School is performing an adaptation of Peter Pan and Wendy! Performances are on November 13th, 14th, and 15th at 7pm and November 16th at 2pm in the auditorium of Edison High School.  Tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults when ordered ahead here.

Discounts are also available for any rising Edison Eagles!!  For the Wednesday and Thursday shows when ordering online, use the code: FutureEagle and take 50% off up to 6 tickets.

Boundary Review

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.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Monday, November 11 | Veteran's Day Holiday

Monday, November 18 | Early Dismissal at 12:30pm  (3 hours early)

Wednesday-Friday, November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Every Thursday, we gather as a community to greet each other, share and have fun in our All-School Meeting. This weekly tradition helps us build our caring school-wide community.

What's Happening Mount Eagle November 1, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

This year, students across Fairfax County are learning Language Arts through a common curriculum called Benchmark Advance. In all 142 elementary schools, teachers are engaged in learning together as they take on the huge tasks of implementing this new curriculum. Here at Mount Eagle, teachers meet weekly to plan and reflect on our work so far, to review our student data, and make adjustments to our instruction. We are excited to see the ways in which our students are getting used the routines in this curriculum and growing as readers and writers. I am so proud of the hard work of our teachers and students as we make these changes together for the benefit of all students.

Parents should be on the lookout for some of the instructional materials from these units coming home.  This includes graphic organizers and writing products, as well as student workbooks and magazines.  If you have any questions about your child's work, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher.

Many parents ask how they can support their child's literacy development. One thing that hasn't changed as we have made this shift in our instruction is the importance of encouraging children to read for enjoyment. Please continue to encourage your child to read every day.  Set times for screens to be off and books or magazines to be enjoyed. If you need help accessing reading materials for your child, our school librarian, Charlene Murphy, or your child's teacher can help.

Finally, this Monday and Tuesday are workdays for teachers.  We hope you have a wonderful and relaxing weekend, and don't forget to make time to vote if you haven't already!

Have a fabulous weekend, Mount Eagle!

Kate

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Federal Impact Aid Surveys

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. 

Veteran's Day Celebration

There are several opportunities for families to participate in Veteran's Day celebrations on November 7.  

Flag Raising Event: At 8:20am, student speakers will recognize the service of veterans, and music will be played during our flag raising

All School Meeting: At 8:45am, veteran family members are invited to join our All School Morning Meeting.  Students will have the chance to introduce their veteran family member to our community so the entire Mount Eagle community can express their gratitude.

Bingo Night is Coming!

Our annual Bingo Night is coming on Friday, November 15th from 6:00-8:00pm.  PTO is looking for donations of toys, crafts, and games to create prize baskets for bingo winners.  Their goal is to create as many baskets as possible so we spread out the fun!

Mount Eagle staff will also be raffling off staff experiences, like donuts with Ms. Weber, or knitting with Ms. Weiner!  We can't wait to see you there!

Mount Eagle Recognized as Purple Star School

We are proud to announce that the Virginia Council on the Educational Opportunity for Military Children has approved Mount Eagle Elementary School as a recipient of the SY 2024-2025 Purple Star Award! The Virginia Purple Star Designation is awarded to military-friendly schools that have demonstrated a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military. We are so proud to welcome and support our military-connected families!

Family Life Education (FLE)  FLE Opt Out Form

Parents have a right to opt out of FLE lessons for their children.  You may opt out of all or some of the lessons.  If you are interested in opting out of these lessons, complete the opt out in Parent Vue.  If you have questions about how to complete these, you can access a parent help desk on this page.

Calling All Theater Lovers!

Edison High School is performing an adaptation of Peter Pan and Wendy! Performances are on November 13th, 14th, and 15th at 7pm and November 16th at 2pm in the auditorium of Edison High School.  Tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults when ordered ahead here.

Discounts are also available for any rising Edison Eagles!!  For the Wednesday and Thursday shows when ordering online, use the code: FutureEagle and take 50% off up to 6 tickets.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Monday, November 4 | Student Holiday & School Planning Day

Tuesday, November 5 | Student Holiday & Teacher Workday

Monday, November 11 | Veteran's Day Holiday

Monday, November 18 | Early Dismissal at 12:30pm  (3 hours early)

Wednesday-Friday, November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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Fifth Graders celebrate the conclusion of their Language Arts unit on Cultivating Natural Resources with a party inspired by a natural resource they studied - corn!

What's Happening Mount Eagle October 25, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

It has been so wonderful to see the growth in your children over the last weeks of school.  Throughout the week, I've seen student presenting to their peers about their learning, sharing their thinking with classmates in math, and writing about their reading.  Fifth graders even celebrated their weeks' long study of natural resources in Language Arts by sharing their writing about their reading with each other and enjoy some corn-inspired treats! 

This year, Thursday, October 31 is a two-hour early dismissal day (1:30pm). It's the end of Quarter 1, and there's no school the next day. Some students might want to wear something fun on that Thursday in celebration of Halloween. That's fine as long as there are no distracting props, masks or make-up. Shoes must be worn. And it's fine to wear what would be worn on any regular school day. There will not be a parade or parties. 

Students will have an extended weekend break next weekend. Best wishes for a safe & restful time with family & friends. Thank you for your partnership with us.

Kate

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Federal Impact Aid Surveys

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. 

Outstanding FCPS Employee Nominations

This fall, our staff has gone above and beyond expectations. One way to recognize their efforts and excellence is through the FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards program. Nominations are now open. To submit a nomination for a Mount Eagle Elementary Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.) 

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

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

If you have any questions such as which category a certain staff member might fit into, please contact Carmela Pine, [email protected]

Veteran's Day Celebration

There are several opportunities for families to participate in Veteran's Day celebrations on November 7.  

Flag Raising Event: At 8:20am, student speakers will recognize the service of veterans, and music will be played during our flag raising

All School Meeting: At 8:45am, veteran family members are invited to join our All School Morning Meeting.  Students will have the chance to introduce their veteran family member to our community so the entire Mount Eagle community can express their gratitude.

Mount Eagle Recognized as Purple Star School

We are proud to announce that the Virginia Council on the Educational Opportunity for Military Children has approved Mount Eagle Elementary School as a recipient of the SY 2024-2025 Purple Star Award! The Virginia Purple Star Designation is awarded to military-friendly schools that have demonstrated a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military. We are so proud to welcome and support our military-connected families!

Family Life Education (FLE)  FLE Opt Out Form

Parents have a right to opt out of FLE lessons for their children.  You may opt out of all or some of the lessons.  If you are interested in opting out of these lessons, complete the opt out in Parent Vue.  If you have questions about how to complete these, you can access a parent help desk on this page.

Calling All Theater Lovers!

Edison High School is performing an adaptation of Peter Pan and Wendy! Performances are on November 13th, 14th, and 15th at 7pm and November 16th at 2pm in the auditorium of Edison High School.  Tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults when ordered ahead here.

Discounts are also available for any rising Edison Eagles!!  For the Wednesday and Thursday shows when ordering online, use the code: FutureEagle and take 50% off up to 6 tickets.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

• Wednesday, October 30 at Herndon Middle 

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

Thursday, October 31 | End of Quarter 1; Dismissal at 1:40pm (2 hours early)

Friday, November 1 | Holiday - Diwali

Monday, November 4 | Student Holiday & School Planning Day

Tuesday, November 5 | Student Holiday & Teacher Workday

Monday, November 11 | Veteran's Day Holiday

Monday, November 18 | Early Dismissal at 12:40pm  (3 hours early)

Wednesday-Friday, November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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Students and families gathered at our 2nd Annual Pizza and Puzzles Night

What's Happening Mount Eagle October 18, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

We just closed out a busy week with many events!  On Wednesday, our PTO hosted our 2nd Annual Pizza & Puzzles Night in our cafeteria.  Students and caregivers gathered for some yummy pizza and puzzle fun, with all proceeds benefiting our Mount Eagle PTO.  These funds go towards funding field trips for every grade level.

On Sunday, our parking lot will transform into our Trunk-or-Treat from 3:00-4:30pm! All Mount Eagle students are welcome with their parents. Come check out the awesome trunks, show off your costume, and do some trick-or-treating.  Raffle tickets will be available for sale to benefit the PTO.

Finally, Monday is our next Early Release Monday.  Our staff will engage in learning together, and teachers will have time to complete literacy training mandated by the state of Virginia.

Kate

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

Outstanding FCPS Employee Nominations

This fall, our staff has gone above and beyond expectations. One way to recognize their efforts and excellence is through the FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards program. Nominations are now open. To submit a nomination for a Mount Eagle Elementary Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form link. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.) 

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

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

If you have any questions such as which category a certain staff member might fit into, please contact Carmela Pine, [email protected]

Veteran's Day Celebration

There are several opportunities for families to participate in Veteran's Day celebrations on November 7.  

Flag Raising Event: At 8:20am, student speakers will recognize the service of veterans, and music will be played during our flag raising

All School Meeting: At 8:45am, veteran family members are invited to join our All School Morning Meeting.  Students will have the chance to introduce their veteran family member to our community so the entire Mount Eagle community can express their gratitude.

Trunk or Treat!

On Sunday, October 20th, PTO will host our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat in the Mount Eagle parking lot from 3:00-4:30.  All students must be accompanied by an adult to attend.  You can find more information about the event on the PTO website. 

Early Release Monday on October 21

Students will dismiss at 12:30pm for our second Early Release Monday on October 21.

All parents were sent an email from Ms. Kirkland on Thursday with a reminder of how your child will dismiss on this day.  Please be sure to check your email to verify your child's dismissal time.

Family Life Education (FLE)  Parent Information Meeting

Parents who are interested in learning about the Family Life Education (FLE) curriculum or in previewing materials used in lessons are invited to attend the Edison Pyramid FLE Parent Information Meeting on Wednesday, October 23 from 6:00-6:30pm. 

A Zoom link will be shared via eNotify closer to the event date.

FLE Opt Out Form

Parents have a right to opt out of FLE lessons for their children.  You may opt out of all or some of the lessons.  If you are interested in opting out of these lessons, complete the opt out in Parent Vue.  If you have questions about how to complete these, you can access a parent help desk on this page.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

• Monday, October 21 at Virginia Run Elementary 
• Wednesday, October 30 at Herndon Middle 

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

October 21 | Early Release Monday - Students dismiss at 12:30pm

October 31 | End Quarter 1 - Students dismiss at 1:30pm.

November 1 | Holiday - Diwali

November 4 | Student Holiday & School Planning Day

November 5 | Student Holiday & Teacher Workday

November 11 | Election Day Holiday

November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

6116 North Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22303  |  Phone: 703.721.2100

 Attendance: 703.721.2155  |  Web  |  Twitter

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What's Happening Mount Eagle Date Correction: Trunk or Treat

This week's What's Happening Mount Eagle listed the date for our Trunk or Treat as Saturday, October 19th.  The correct date is Sunday, October 20, 3:00-4:30pm. Please see the corrected information below.

Our sincere apologies for any confusion!

Trunk or Treat!

On Sunday, October 20, PTO will host our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat in the Mount Eagle parking lot from 3:00-4:30.  All students must be accompanied by an adult to attend.  You can find more information about the event on the PTO website. Families who are interested in hosting a trunk can sign up here.

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Students in Grade 5 participate in math workshop stations.  

What's Happening Mount Eagle October 11, 2024 A Message from Ms. Kirkland

Over the last few days, morning temperatures have been cool even though it's warming up during the day.  On days like these, we often find many forgotten jackets and sweatshirts on our playground.  If you are missing any jackets, please be sure to stop by our lost and found in our front lobby to claim any missing items.

Over the last two weeks, many families have been meeting with teachers for parent-teacher conferences.  Thank to all the care givers who have already scheduled or attended this important meeting. If you have not yet scheduled your parent-teacher conference, please reach out to your child's teacher to arrange this. 

Our PTO is hosting their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 15 at 8:40am in the library.  All caregivers are invited to attend.  The PTO will be sharing updates about upcoming events and ways you can get involved, and I will be sharing information about how we are supporting students on what to do when they hear students using language in school that is unkind.

I hope your children had a wonderful week here at school and that you have a great long weekend!  We will see everyone back here at school on Tuesday, October 15!

Kate

Kate Kirkland 

Principal

October 14 Holiday 

Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day. See the complete school year calendar.

Trunk or Treat!

On Saturday, October 19th, PTO will host our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat in the Mount Eagle parking lot from 3:00-4:30.  All students must be accompanied by an adult to attend.  You can find more information about the event on the PTO website. Families who are interested in hosting a trunk can sign up here.

Pizza & Puzzles Night

Join the us for the second annual PTO Pizza & Puzzles Night on Wednesday, October 16 from 6:00-7:30pm in the cafeteria.  We'll have puzzles out for families to enjoy together and pizza for sale.  It's a great way to enjoy some weeknight fun as a family!

Early Release Monday on October 21

Students will dismiss at 12:30pm for our second Early Release Monday on October 21.

We encourage all parents and caregivers to have their student take their normal route home (bus, walk, kiss and ride) on early dismissal days. While these are designated as early release days, where necessary, we will ensure that every student has supervised activities at the school and returns home at the regular time if that is what works best for your family.

FCPS is offering student supervision at no-cost to families for those who have unique childcare needs. Students will be supervised by FCPS school-based staff, substitute teachers, and central office staff.

Please make sure you have shared your plans for how your child will go home on this day using this Google Form.

Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Information Meeting

Parents who are interested in learning about the Family Life Education (FLE) curriculum or in previewing materials used in lessons are invited to attend the Edison Pyramid FLE Parent Information Meeting on Wednesday, October 23 from 6:00-6:30pm. 

A Zoom link will be shared via eNotify closer to the event date.

🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

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

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

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.

🎤 Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

• Monday, October 14 at Fairhill Elementary 
• Monday, October 21 at Virginia Run Elementary 
• Wednesday, October 30 at Herndon Middle 

Important Times

Kiss & Ride: 8:20-8:40am

Doors Open: 8:25am Tardy Bell: 8:45am

Dismissal Bell: 3:300pm

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Important Dates

October 14 | Student Holiday & Staff Development Day

October 21 | Early Release Monday - Students dismiss at 12:30pm

October 31 | End Quarter 1 - Students dismiss at 1:30pm.

November 1 | Holiday - Diwali

November 4 | Student Holiday & School Planning Day

November 5 | Student Holiday & Teacher Workday

November 11 | Election Day Holiday

November 27-29 | Thanksgiving Break

Access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.

Get Involved in Your PTO

At Mount Eagle, every parent is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child, and have fun! There are many ways you can share your voice, talents, and time. Check out the PTO Website for more information. It's available in multiple languages.

Parent/Guardian Handbook

Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Mount Eagle website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator. Their contact information is at the bottom of this newsletter.

Your Partners in Education

We are honored to start the school year with your family, and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all of your support.

Kate Kirkland, Principal

[email protected]

Leeanne Pinski, Assistant Principal

[email protected]

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