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SCA Storybook Character Spirit Day was a success - staff & students enjoyed dressing as their favorite characters! Ms. Ivey's and Ms. Olsen's classes also planted garlic in the garden on Friday - do you recognize the scarecrow?
Terra Centre Families,
As a reminder, there is no school for students tomorrow, Monday, November 3, and Tuesday, November 4, for a School Planning Day and Teacher Workday.
Our PTA Pumpkin Drop & Movie Night is also happening tomorrow, November 3! Scroll down for all the details—we hope to see you there!
The Terra Centre PTA and SCA are partnering to collect gift cards to support Terra Centre families in need this holiday season.
- We are requesting Target or Walmart gift cards in $10 or $25 denominations. You are welcome to donate multiple cards.
- A clearly labeled collection box is located in the main office.
- Donations will be accepted through Friday, November 21.
- If your family is in need, please complete the confidential TCES Family/Caregiver Assistance Form.
Thank you for your kindness and generosity in helping make the holidays brighter for our Terra Centre families.
Please continue reading for additional updates and reminders.
Rebecca Gidoni, Principal
Tim Signorelli, Assistant Principal
Important Reminders
FCPS Outstanding Employee Award Nominations
It’s that time of year when we look to recognize our awesome teachers and staff. We are asking for your help in nominating those that you think are doing a fantastic job!
Nominations Due by Wednesday, November 12
To submit a nomination for a Terra Centre Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through the Google form linked below. This form includes all the information for the role you can nominate an employee for. 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 to fill out a google form with some questions. This year we have simplified the process and everything is on one form: https://forms.gle/jCY7umTYeFBtkdoS9.
Visit the All Parents Course in Schoology for the complete flier: https://lms.fcps.edu/course/7929256601/materials/gp/8087051695.
If you have any questions, please contact Pamela Roldan at pmroldan@fcps.edu
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Wednesday, November 19: Veterans Day Celebration, Thanksgiving Luncheon, 3-Hour Early Release for K-6
Veterans Day Celebration - 8:40-10:00 a.m.
- We are honored to invite all veterans and active-duty military members connected to our Terra Centre community to join us for our Veterans Day Celebration, featuring a morning of appreciation, a school parade, and classroom visits. Flier is available in the All Parents Course on Schoology.
- Please complete the RSVP Form for the Veterans Parade and/or Classroom Visits.
Thanksgiving Lunch - 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
- Lunch is $3.25 for Terra Centre students and $5.00 for all adults and non-TC students.
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MySchoolBucks is the preferred method of payment for lunch.
- Guests can use their students' MySchoolBucks account to purchase lunch.
- If you do not have an account, please consider creating one and adding funds to pay for meals.
- If paying with cash, please be sure to have exact change.
- If paying by check, make it payable to “Terra Centre Food Services.”
3-Hour Early Release Wed - 12:25 p.m. Dismissal for K-6 Only
- If you plan to take your child home after the Thanksgiving Lunch, students must be signed out.
- Sign-out sheets will be available in the main lobby.
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Full-Time AAP Referral Deadline
The deadline for Full-Time AAP (Advanced Academics Program) referrals is Monday, December 15, 2025. If you decide to refer your student, please make sure your response fits in the text box. If any part is hidden when you click out, the committee will not be able to see it. Late referrals cannot be accepted.
- Only students in grades 2 - 7 may be referred for Full-Time services.
- If you are the parent of a 2nd grader, please do not wait for the NGAT results to submit your referral.
Mark Your Calendar
Monday, November 3: School Planning Day (no school for students)
- PTA Pumpkin Drop and Movie Night
Tuesday, November 4: Teacher Workday (no school for students)
Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day Holiday (school closed)
Friday, November 14: Fall Picture Retakes
Wednesday, November 19:
- TC Veterans Celebration (parade & class visits)
- Thanksgiving Luncheon
- 3-Hour Early Release for K-6th grade students (12:25 PM dismissal)
Wednesday-Friday, November 26-28: Thanksgiving Holiday (no school)
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.
PTA News
PTA Website
https://terracentrepta.givebacks.com/
PTA Pumpkin Drop and Movie Night
Join us on Monday, November 3, for Terra Centre's 5th Annual Pumpkin Drop and Movie Night!
4:30-6:30 p.m. Pumpkin Drop and Pizza
- Register your pumpkin and order pizza here: https://bit.ly/4h0VVHT
- All proceeds from pumpkins and concessions go to 6th grade class promotion activities.
6:30-8:00 p.m. PTA Outdoor Movie
- Stay following the Pumpkin Drop for a free screening of Bad Guys 2, sponsored by the PTA. Remember to bring chairs and blankets!
Reach out to tcespta6thgc@gmail.com with any questions.
PTA Reflections 2025-2026 - Theme: “I Belong”
Do you enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos? Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with PTA Reflections!
Please see links and visit pta.org/Reflections or vapta.org for rules and guidelines for each category and the official entry form: fillable-student-entry-form_reflections.pdf and https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections/craft-an-entry#guidelines. For inspiration, visit the pta.org/programs/reflections and the Reflections virtual art gallery.
Entries are due to PTA not later than November 24, 2025. Please submit your completed student entry form and works of art to Mrs. Bauersfeld and digital artwork with entry form (pdf form) to tcesptareflections@gmail.com
Complete flier available in Schoology on the All Parents Folder.
FCPS News
✅ Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. We will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, November 12.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. This year, FCPS expects to receive approximately $4 million in Impact Aid funding. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
For more information, visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE: Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
Technical support for using ParentVUE or submitting the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type “Federal Impact Aid Survey” in the Issue Description section. You may also call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).
Family Academy Offers Opportunities to Support Parents and Guardians
The FCPS Family Academy offers resources and in-person and virtual classes, workshops, webinars, and programs for families. The following webinars and workshops will take place in November:
- ABA Family Training: Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home
- Co-Parenting: Two Parents, Two Homes (in Spanish)
- Supporting Your Military-Connected Student in Secondary School
- Moving on to Life in the Community
Other Family Resource Center webinars will cover topics such as communication with twice exceptional children, family engagement in the special education process, restorative justice practices in schools and at home, and improving routines.
Visit the Family Academy Catalog to learn more about these and other resources.
SIS ParentVUE End-of-Quarter Closure
The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the first quarter from Friday, October 31, 4 p.m. to Monday, November 10, 6 a.m. Activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports.
New FCPS Mobile App
Download the New FCPS Mobile App!
The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep families connected and informed, directly from their smartphones. Download the FCPS mobile app by going to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and searching for “FCPS.” With the app you can:
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Stay up-to-date: Get the latest news from FCPS.
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View school calendars: See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus: See what’s for lunch and breakfast.
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Tap to contact: Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
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Access key links: Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
Users can access updates and content without having to sign in, making it easy for everyone to stay informed. Learn more about the new mobile app, including feedback from parents.
Resources for Furloughed Families
Impact of Federal Shutdown on Local Community
Fairfax County is home to around 80,000 federal employees and thousands of federal contractors. Its Federal Workforce Resource Hub is intended to help navigate current and future issues for residents, government employees, active military/veterans, contractors, nonprofits and businesses who may be affected by actions, changes, or disruptions to federal services or employment.
Community Resources for Families in Need
Through partnerships with community-based organizations and other Fairfax County agencies, Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) provides information, referrals, and advocacy to help individuals connect with services, including: basic needs (food, shelter, clothing), financial assistance, health care services, and referrals to services and resources. Visit the CSP website or call 703-222-0880 for assistance.
Apply Anytime for Free and Reduced Price Lunch
Did you know that families can apply for free and reduced-price meal benefits anytime during the school year? If a family’s income changes at any point, they may become newly eligible according to federal income guidelines and can apply immediately. This includes income interruptions caused by furloughs, layoffs, or job losses. Once approved, benefits remain valid for the rest of the school year and for up to 30 school days into the following school year, even if the family’s income changes again. Read Superintendent Reid's October 1 letter regarding other resources available to families impacted by the government shutdown.
How to Access or Donate Food to Those in Need
View the Emergency Food Access Providers webpage to see where to access food or donate to your local food bank.
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