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It is wonderful to have Panthers back in our hallways! We hope everyone stayed safe, warm and made it to school safely this week. This week we promoted attendance with our Attendance Spirit Week. Every day counts, and our students showed up and showed out this week! On Friday we invited some students in Kindergarten, 4th grade, 5th grade and 6th grade who had perfect attendance all week to participate in grade level UNO tournaments during specials. Due to the 2-hour delay 1st grade, 2nd grade and 3rd grade will have their UNO tournament next week.
We also celebrated our school counselors this week! We are so thankful for Mr. Lowe and Ms. Holsinger and everything they do to support our students at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary!
Next week many classes will participate in Valentine's Day card exchanges, so be on the look out for a letter from your child's teacher!
Sincerely,
Gina O'Neal, Principal
Christine Berry, Assistant Principal
Kevin Heron, Assistant Principal
February 16- Presidents Day, School and office closed
February 17- Teacher Work Day, Student Holiday
February 25- Early Release (dismissal at 12:15pm)
 Happy Black History Month!
This month we celebrate the history, culture, and achievements that Black Americans have contributed to U.S. history. We're excited to share what Black History means to the FCPS community and share insightful community members along the way! #OurFCPS
Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day
Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division! Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.
Calentamiento para el Día del Espíritu de FCPS
¿Está cansado de este clima frío? ¡Calentemos un poco el espíritu escolar de toda la división! La superintendente, Dra. Michelle Reid anima a todos los estudiantes, maestros y personal a sacudir las arrugas de la ropa más colorida y tropical que tengan y a vestirla, el jueves 19 de febrero, para así calentar el estado de ánimo de todo el mundo.
Meal Kits for Fasting Students
From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
Help Keep Mt Vernon Woods Phone-Free!
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (AirPods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell). Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool.
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school. Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including consequences for cell phone policy violations and exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at703-619-2800.
When Should Your Child Stay Home?
Help your student succeed in school by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit the FCPS website for helpful insights regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school to minimize impacts on learning.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to let us know so we can provide assistance, if needed.
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