Principals' Updates

TLES Families,

As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we would like to wish all of our families a safe, relaxing, and meaningful holiday. Memorial Day is a time for us to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. We are grateful for their courage, dedication, and service, and we encourage our students to reflect on the importance of gratitude, remembrance, and community during this special time.

As we wrap up the month of May, we are excited for the remaining few weeks of school and all of the wonderful events still ahead for our students and families! In addition to the events below, each grade level will also host End of Year Presentations of Learning, where families will be invited to celebrate incredible student reflections, evidence of growth, accomplishments, and learning from throughout the school year. Please look for a Talking Points message inviting our families to this event in the coming weeks!

Upcoming Events

May 29 – 1st Grade Market
June 3 – Field Day
June 5 – Honors Chorus Field Trip to Hershey Park
June 9 – Family Heritage Night
June 10 – End of Year Chorus Concert
June 11 – Family Market
June 17 – Last Day of School & 6th Grade Promotion

We look forward to celebrating these special moments together as we finish the school year strong!

Ben Chiet, Sarah Buchanan & Lindsay Duch

⚾ Nationals Ticket Giveaway! ⚾

Great news — The Washington Nationals continue to support TLES and we have once again been awarded 130 FREE tickets to the Washington Nationals game vs. the San Diego Padres on Sunday, May 31! Families may request tickets for immediate family members only (parents/guardians & siblings of TLES students).

You will be notified if you have secured tickets by Wednesday, May 27th.

Tickets will be available for pickup in the main office May 28-29.

Please complete the link below only if you can commit to attending:
https://forms.gle/1ycB9KQYHaPJMtc26

Field Day Volunteers

Field Day will be June 3! We are asking for help from our community members by signing up to volunteer.

Kindergarten through 2nd grade will have their field day in the morning from 9:20 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sign up to help with grades K-2 field day.

3rd grade through 6th grade will have their field day in the afternoon from 12 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Sign up to help with grades 3-6 field day.

Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance

It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer.

If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.

Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters

Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.

Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Additional Mental Health Resources

FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.

Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts.

And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.

Middle School Transition

Join the Franklin Sherman PTA for a fun and informative virtual event on Tuesday, June 2 at 12 p.m.! Upper elementary families are invited to hear directly from two MHS students about what life at Longfellow Middle School is really like, including classes, teachers, schedules, friendships, and tips for a smooth transition. Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and get honest advice from students who’ve been there. Register and submit questions in advance.

Third Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt Encourages Active Family Fun

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt, and it kicks off in only three weeks!

This free event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.

New this year: The school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku! Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!