Panther Press: December 19

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Winter Break - December 23 - January 5, 2025

From the Providence family to yours, have a wonderful winter break!  The office will be closed over break.  School will resume for students on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. 

We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year

PES Book Fest 2025

Providence ES is excited to host our FIRST Providence Book Festival on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 5:30-7:00pm. This will be a fun night to celebrate literacy, inspire the love of reading, and connect students with books!  Enjoy a FREE diner from 5:00pm-6:00pm.  Please RSVP using the form below. 

Please contact Nicole Hanton ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.

Thank you! We look forward to seeing you at the book festival and sharing the joy of reading together!

Flyer

RSVP form

Providence History Fair

Friday, December 20 is the last day to register for the History Fair. This first-of-its-kind fair at PES lets students choose a history topic they do not know much about and explore the past by doing research at their local museum, library, historical place, or online.

 

The History Fair will take place on Thursday, February 13 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. For more information and to sign-up, this link.  Open to students in grades 2-6.

Cold Weather Guidance

This is a reminder that students spend 30 minutes outdoors during recess each day. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and/or other cold-weather clothing, gloves, and a hat, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

Throughout the winter, FCPS and the Providence principals monitor the weather for very low temperatures, wind chill advisories, and weather warnings which may prevent children from being outside and call for us to shorten the time outside for recess.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing our Family Liaison, Piedad Dwyer ([email protected]) is happy to support you. 

Note From the Clinic

This is the time of year when we expect to see an increase in the number of respiratory illnesses in our community, including coughs, colds, sore throats, respiratory syncytial virus and influenza. This fall, we are also seeing a rise in pediatric pneumonia. If your child has a fever, a cough that is worsening or you have concerns that their “common cold” is something more, please take them to a medical provider for evaluation and diagnosis.

We are also seeing an increase in gastrointestinal viruses. Vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration, which can be dangerous. It is important to stay hydrated when ill. GI viruses are very contagious, so it is important to follow these tips.

To help prevent the spread of illnesses:

  • Look for signs of illness in your child.
  • Keep children home when they are ill to prevent the illness from spreading to others. If your child has a fever, they should remain home until the fever has been gone for 24 hours (without fever-reducing medications) and they feel well enough to attend a full day of school.
  • Keep children home when they are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea. They may return to school 24 hours after the last episode of vomiting and/or Diarrhea
  • Teach your child how to stop the spread of illness by washing their hands often, covering their mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. For Gastrointestinal illnesses, washing hands with soap and water is the best practice, not hand sanitizer.
  • Stay up-to-date on immunizations.

 

Providence Clinic: 703-460-4410
Student Health Aide: Kim Cicero: [email protected]
Public Health Nurse Renee Basile, RN: [email protected]

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

January 20, 2025

Inauguration Day/Martin Luther King Day Holiday

January 23, 2025

PES Family Book Fest
5:30pm-7:00pm

January 28, 2025

End of 2nd Quarter

January 29, 2025

Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day)

February 17

Presidents' Day Holiday

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: December 13

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AAP Connections

Final Reminder: Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Nicole Hanton at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

PES Book Fest 2025

Providence ES is excited to host our FIRST Providence Book Festival on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 5:30-7:00pm. This will be a fun night to celebrate literacy, inspire the love of reading, and connect students with books!  Enjoy a FREE diner from 5:00pm-6:00pm.  Please RSVP using the form below. 

Please contact Nicole Hanton ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.

Thank you! We look forward to seeing you at the book festival and sharing the joy of reading together!

Flyer

RSVP form

Providence History Fair

The PES History Fair on February 13 is an opportunity for students in grades 2 -- 6 to research and share what they learned about any history-related subject. Students choose their own topics, which can be historical events (e.g., Revolutionary War), people (e.g., Ada Lovelace), cultures (e.g., Mayan civilization), or other subjects (e.g., history of soccer).

Students can work by themselves or with a group of friends. Projects will take the form of some kind of display like a poster or diorama. Dress-up/reenactments are also encouraged!

Optional study sessions will be held after school on Thursdays in January for those students who need assistance or dedicated time to prepare.

For more information and to sign-up, use this link. The deadline to register to participate in the History Fair is Friday, December 20.

Cold Weather Guidance

This is a reminder that students spend 30 minutes outdoors during recess each day. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and/or other cold-weather clothing, gloves, and a hat, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

Throughout the winter, FCPS and the Providence principals monitor the weather for very low temperatures, wind chill advisories, and weather warnings which may prevent children from being outside and call for us to shorten the time outside for recess.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing our Family Liaison, Piedad Dwyer ([email protected]) is happy to support you. 

Attendance

With the winter break approaching, it is essential to reiterate the importance of consistent school attendance for our students. Studies have repeatedly proven that students with better attendance records perform better in school and are more likely to graduate high school on time.

Students who have 18 or more absences, whether excused or unexcused, are considered chronically absent, resulting in the need for a school based conference and an attendance plan to be developed. 

Please read the tips below to support regular school attendance and foster a positive attitude in your student regarding school and education:

  • Establish routines that help reduce stress.
  • Maintain strong connections with friends and teachers to ensure prompt communication in case of any concern or emergency.
  • Provide us with your updated email address and phone number.
  • Review your student’s attendance record regularly and make necessary adjustments after tardiness or medical appointments to your school office.
Winter Spirit Week - December 16-20

Panther community,

Join us for a week of fun and festive activities during our Winter Spirit Week!

Each day will have a different theme, so get ready to dress up and show off your winter style!

  • Monday: Toasty Toes and Heads Day
  • Tuesday: Candy Stripe Day
  • Wednesday: Swinter Day
  • Thursday: Pajama & Movie Day
  • Friday: Wacky Tacky Sweater Day

We can't wait to see everyone's creativity and enthusiasm!

FHS SGA Toy Drive

Help Fairfax High School Spread Some Holiday Cheer!

FHS's Student Government Association (SGA) is having a toy drive at tonight's Boys Basketball Game

-Friday, December 13th | 7:00 PM
-Fairfax HS vs. Falls Church HS

FREE Admission with a Toy Donation!
Help us bring joy to children in need by donating a new, unwrapped toy.

Enter to Win FREE Chick-fil-A!
Every toy donation is an entry to win a FREE Chick-fil-A meal!

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

December 15

Advanced Academics Program Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

January 20, 2025

Inauguration Day/Martin Luther King Day Holiday

January 23, 2025

PES Family Book Fest
5:30pm-7:00pm

January 28, 2025

End of 2nd Quarter

January 29, 2025

Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day)

February 17

Presidents' Day Holiday

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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PES Winter Spirit Week!!!

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Winter Spirit Week - December 16-20

Panther community,

Join us for a week of fun and festive activities during our Winter Spirit Week!

Each day will have a different theme, so get ready to dress up and show off your winter style!

  • Monday: Toasty Toes and Heads Day
  • Tuesday: Candy Stripe Day
  • Wednesday: Swinter Day
  • Thursday: Pajama & Movie Day
  • Friday: Wacky Tacky Sweater Day

We can't wait to see everyone's creativity and enthusiasm!

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: December 5

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Early Release Monday - December 9

December 9th will be our 3rd Early Release Monday for teacher planning (Changed from November 25). 

Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm.  SACC will be open for afternoon SACC students and will close at their regular scheduled time.  Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm. 

If you now require childcare for the early release, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400.  Visit PES website for more information

Providence History Fair

Calling all history lovers! The PES History Fair lets students choose a history topic they do not know much about and explore the past by doing research at their local museum, library, historical place, or online. It's like a science fair, but with history!

Students in grades 2-6 can work by themselves or with a group of friends to create a history project and present it at the fair on February 13, 2025.

After school study sessions will be held on Thursdays at PES in January to help students prepare.

For more information and to sign-up, use this link. The deadline to register is Friday, December 20.

Cold Weather Guidance

This is a reminder that students spend 30 minutes outdoors during recess each day. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and/or other cold-weather clothing, gloves, and a hat, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

Throughout the winter, FCPS and the Providence principals monitor the weather for very low temperatures, wind chill advisories, and weather warnings which may prevent children from being outside and call for us to shorten the time outside for recess.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing our Family Liaison, Piedad Dwyer ([email protected]) is happy to support you. 

AAP Connections

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Nicole Hanton at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

Note From the Clinic

This is the time of year when we expect to see an increase in the number of respiratory illnesses in our community, including coughs, colds, sore throats, respiratory syncytial virus and influenza. This fall, we are also seeing a rise in pediatric pneumonia. If your child has a fever, a cough that is worsening or you have concerns that their “common cold” is something more, please take them to a medical provider for evaluation and diagnosis.

We are also seeing an increase in gastrointestinal viruses. Vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration, which can be dangerous. It is important to stay hydrated when ill. GI viruses are very contagious, so it is important to follow these tips.

To help prevent the spread of illnesses:

  • Look for signs of illness in your child.
  • Keep children home when they are ill to prevent the illness from spreading to others. If your child has a fever, they should remain home until the fever has been gone for 24 hours (without fever-reducing medications) and they feel well enough to attend a full day of school.
  • Keep children home when they are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea. They may return to school 24 hours after the last episode of vomiting and/or Diarrhea
  • Teach your child how to stop the spread of illness by washing their hands often, covering their mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. For Gastrointestinal illnesses, washing hands with soap and water is the best practice, not hand sanitizer.
  • Stay up-to-date on immunizations.

 

Providence Clinic: 703-460-4410
Student Health Aide: Kim Cicero: [email protected]
Public Health Nurse Renee Basile, RN: [email protected]

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

December 9

3-hour Early Release Monday
Dismissal @ 12:25pm

December 15

Advanced Academics Program Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

January 24, 2025

PES Family Book Fair
5:30pm-7:00pm
(details coming soon)

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: December PTA Meeting

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PTA Monthly Meeting - December 4th

Join the PTA tomorrow, December 4th, for their monthly meeting!!  This month the PTA will be meeting both in-person and via ZOOM!!

Where: PES Library or Zoom

When:  12/4/24 7:00pm-8:00pm

 

Joining PTA meetings can be a great way to get involved in your child's education and school community. Here are some reasons why you might want to consider attending:

  • Stay informed: PTA meetings are a valuable source of information about school events, policies, and important decisions.
  • Connect with other parents: Building relationships with other parents can create a strong support network and foster a sense of community.
  • Voice your concerns and ideas: PTA meetings provide a platform for parents to share their thoughts and suggestions on various school matters.
  • Support your child's education: By attending PTA meetings, you demonstrate your commitment to your child's education and show them the importance of being involved in their school community.
  • Contribute to positive change: PTAs play a crucial role in advocating for the needs of students and improving the overall school environment. Your participation can make a real difference.

If you're unsure about attending, consider these tips:

  • Start small: Attend a few meetings to get a feel for the atmosphere and the topics discussed.
  • Find a buddy: Bring a friend or another parent to the meeting to make it more enjoyable and less intimidating.
  • Be prepared: Review the meeting agenda beforehand and come prepared with questions or comments.
  • Don't be afraid to speak up: Your voice matters, so don't hesitate to share your thoughts and ideas.

Remember, your involvement in your child's education is invaluable. By attending PTA meetings, you can make a positive impact on their learning experience and contribute to a thriving school community.


Visit PTA Website for more information

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84336437944?pwd=kgFmsqkQUcSBsr0kOyabYP3kmbhiby.1

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: November 26

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Thanksgiving (Holiday)

From our Providence family to yours, have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Schools and offices will be closed November 27-29. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2

Early Release Monday - December 9

December 9th will be our 3rd Early Release Monday for teacher planning.

Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm.  SACC will be open for afternoon SACC students and will close at their regular scheduled time.  Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm. 

If you now require childcare for the early release, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400.  Visit PES website for more information

PTA Panther Prowl

THANK YOU to everyone - family, friends, neighbors, and other members of the community - who have donated!

Students have earned a popsicle social, a dance party and 30 extra minutes of recess! We're almost there! Help us unlock the next fun reward for the students.

The PES PTA thrives on generous contributions of all sizes from our community to support various events, activities, resources, and initiatives. Your contribution, no matter the amount, will help us reach our goal of $20,000! To make this happen, we need participation from each class and family. It's not too late to join in on the fun and help us succeed together! All donations are tax deductible.

Please continue to share the below link with your family, friends, and other community members.

https://www.givebacks.com/causes/pespantherspta/campaigns/PantherProwl2024

All donations can be made by credit card (online), cash, or check (payable to Providence PTA). For cash and check donations, please submit them to your student's teacher and include their name and class information.

 

Panther Prowl Flyers (English, Spanish, Arabic)

Mark your Calendar

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

December 3

AAP Zoom Event (see above)

December 9

3-hour Early Release Monday
Dismissal @ 12:25pm

December 15

AP Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: December 9th (Early Release Monday)

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Early Release Monday - December 9

December 9th will be our 3rd Early Release Monday for teacher planning (Changed from November 25). 

Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm.  SACC will be open for afternoon SACC students and will close at their regular scheduled time.  Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400.  Visit PES website for more information

Mark your Calendar

November 25

Annual Turkey Trot Event

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

December 3

AAP Zoom Event (see above)

December 9

3-hour Early Release Monday
Dismissal @ 12:25pm

December 15

AP Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: November 21

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Title I Engagement Policy & School Improvement and Innovation Plan

Title I Engagement Policy and Compact is distributed to all caregivers. Caregivers have opportunities to provide comments and feedback on the policy and compact through PTA meetings, the Annual Title I Meeting, School Events, and our family liaisons as well as the link below.

Comments are submitted with the school’s policy and compact to FCPS central offices and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). This policy and compact are made available to the broader school community through the school website.

Please take a moment to complete the PES Title I Engagement Survey.  Direct Links to documents and survey are below.

PES Annual Turkey Trot

It's that time of the year!!  Our annual Turkey Trot will be held on November 25th during grade level specials!  Come out and support your student(s) as they participate in their grade level's turkey trot!

If you would like to volunteer, please sign-up using this link.  Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled time and report to the gym for further instructions.

Thank you for volunteering!

Grade Level Specials times:

2nd Grade

8:50-9:50am

Kindergarten

9:50-10:50am

3rd Grade

10:50-11:50am

1st Grade

11:50-12:50pm

6th & *5th Grades 

1:10-2:10pm

4th & *5th Grades

2:10-3:10pm

 *5th grade - please reach out to classroom teacher for exact times  

 

Early Release Monday - December 9

December 9th will be our 3rd Early Release Monday for teacher planning (Changed from November 25). 

Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm.  SACC will be open for afternoon SACC students and will close at their regular scheduled time.  Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400.  Visit PES website for more information

Federal Impact Aid Forms

Please complete and return your Federal Impact Aid survey.

Paper copies of the Federal Impact Aid survey were mailed home to families who were unable to complete it online. Please complete and return the form as soon as possible.

Please remember to submit one form per child. If you have multiple children enrolled, you may receive multiple forms.

If you have any questions, please contact Jackie Cabrera in the main office.

FCPS Boundary Meetings

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

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

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

PTA Panther Prowl

THANK YOU to everyone - family, friends, neighbors, and other members of the community - who have donated!

Students have earned a popsicle social! We're almost there! Help us unlock the next fun reward for the students.

The PES PTA thrives on generous contributions of all sizes from our community to support various events, activities, resources, and initiatives. Your contribution, no matter the amount, will help us reach our goal of $20,000! To make this happen, we need participation from each class and family. It's not too late to join in on the fun and help us succeed together! All donations are tax deductible.

Please continue to share the below link with your family, friends, and other community members.

https://www.givebacks.com/causes/pespantherspta/campaigns/PantherProwl2024

All donations can be made by credit card (online), cash, or check (payable to Providence PTA). For cash and check donations, please submit them to your student's teacher and include their name and class information.

 

Panther Prowl Flyers (English, Spanish, Arabic)

AAP Connections

AAP Connections: This quarter, students learned about and applied the Critical and Creative Thinking strategy: Point of View.  You can learn more about Critical and Creative Thinking strategies on the FCPS AAP website.  Check your digital Tuesday folders at the end of each quarter for the Critical and Creative Thinking Choice Board, filled with activities you can use at home to build your child’s creative and critical thinking skills.  

Important AAP Dates: 

November 21 at 7:30 am/December 3 at 5:00 pm - AAP Full Time Referral Parent Q&A Zoom Sessions; please complete this form to RSVP by November 18 

December 15 - Deadline for Full Time AAP Referrals and accompanying materials

Questions?  Email Nicole Hanton at [email protected]

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

November 21

AAP Zoom Event (see above)

November 25

Annual Turkey Trot Event

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

December 3

AAP Zoom Event (see above)

December 9

3-hour Early Release Monday
Dismissal @ 12:25pm

December 15

AP Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Thanksgiving Luncheon at Providence

Join us in November for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.

Parents with students in kindergarten through 2nd grade may join their students for a turkey feast on Wednesday, November 20th.

Parents with students in grades 3 -6, may join their students for a turkey feast on Thursday, November 21st.

Parents may purchase a school lunch for $4.75 at the door.

Grade Level Lunch Times
Wednesday, November 20th:

  • Grade 1 (10:45-11:40am)
  • Grade 2 (11:25-12:20pm)
  • Grade K (12:05-1:00pm)

Thursday, November 21st:

  • Grade 4 (10:30-11:15am)
  • Grade 6 (11:15-12:00pm)
  • Grade 5 (12:00-12:45pm)
  • Grade 3 (12:45-1:35pm)

For your child's specific lunch time, please contact your child's teacher.

PES Thanksgiving Luncheon Invitation

Federal Impact Aid Forms

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms in November. Please be sure to return them by Friday, November 22. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because 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.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.

Complete Impact Aid Form
Directions to complete form from your mobile device.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

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

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

PES Annual Turkey Trot

It's that time of the year!!  Our annual Turkey Trot will be held on November 25th during grade level specials!  Come out and support your student(s) as they participate in their grade level's turkey trot!

If you would like to volunteer, please sign-up using this link.  Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled time and report to the gym for further instructions.

Thank you for volunteering!

Grade Level Specials times:

2nd Grade

8:50-9:50am

Kindergarten

9:50-10:50am

3rd Grade

10:50-11:50am

1st Grade

11:50-12:50pm

6th & *5th Grades 

1:10-2:10pm

4th & *5th Grades

2:10-3:10pm

*5th grade - please reach out to classroom teacher for exact time.

 

Link to volunteer: https://volunteersignup.org/MPFP3

PTA Panther Prowl

It is the PTA's biggest fundraiser of the year, and the main source of income for the Providence Elementary School (PES) PTA, and your support matters! We are fundraising between now and November 30th. (flyer)

We are shaking things up this year. There will be no selling, or running around a track, just contributions from YOU! The PES PTA is a non-profit 501(c)3 which makes all donations tax deductible! The PES PTA depends on generous contributions - no matter the dollar amount from the community to support several PTA sponsored events, activities, resources, and initiatives. 

Our goal is $20,000! The goal is to raise money to support the entire school:

  • Providing mini-grants to each grade level and specials classes, such as Art, PE, Music, etc.
  • Helping teachers purchase classroom supplies
  • Partnering with different groups within the school to fund various activities
  • Funding class field trips for students
  • Funding staff appreciation events
  • Sponsoring events like BINGO and MOVIE Nights
  • And so much more!

Along the way to our goal, students can celebrate their achievements with individual, class, and school wide prizes!

Help us achieve this goal, and continue to support outstanding opportunities for PES!


We can't do this without you...the panther is on the prowl and ready!  

Share this link with your family, family, and other members of the community!

https://www.givebacks.com/causes/pespantherspta/campaigns/PantherProwl2024

AAP Connections

AAP Connections: This quarter, students learned about and applied the Critical and Creative Thinking strategy: Point of View.  You can learn more about Critical and Creative Thinking strategies on the FCPS AAP website.  Check your digital Tuesday folders at the end of each quarter for the Critical and Creative Thinking Choice Board, filled with activities you can use at home to build your child’s creative and critical thinking skills.  

Important AAP Dates: 

November 21 at 7:30 am/December 3 at 5:00 pm - AAP Full Time Referral Parent Q&A Zoom Sessions; please complete this form to RSVP by November 18 

December 15 - Deadline for Full Time AAP Referrals and accompanying materials

Questions?  Email Nicole Hanton at [email protected]

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

November 20-21

Thanksgiving Luncheons

(see above for details)

November 25

Annual Turkey Trot Event

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

December 9

3-hour Early Release Monday
Dismissal @ 12:25pm

December 15

AP Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

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3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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PTA Panther Prowl

It is the PTA's biggest fundraiser of the year, and the main source of income for the Providence Elementary School (PES) PTA, and your support matters! We are fundraising between now and November 30th. 

We are shaking things up this year. There will be no selling, or running around a track, just contributions from YOU! The PES PTA is a non-profit 501(c)3 which makes all donations tax deductible! The PES PTA depends on generous contributions - no matter the dollar amount from the community to support several PTA sponsored events, activities, resources, and initiatives. 

Our goal is $20,000! The goal is to raise money to support the entire school:

  • Providing mini-grants to each grade level and specials classes, such as Art, PE, Music, etc.
  • Helping teachers purchase classroom supplies
  • Partnering with different groups within the school to fund various activities
  • Funding class field trips for students
  • Funding staff appreciation events
  • Sponsoring events like BINGO and MOVIE Nights
  • And so much more!

Along the way to our goal, students can celebrate their achievements with individual, class, and school wide prizes!

**School Wide Prize**
Students will earn these school wide prizes when we reach our incremental fundraising goals.

$5,000:  Popsicle Social
$7,500:  Blacktop Dance Party
$10,00:  Extra Recess - 30 Minutes
$15,000:  PJ's & Movie
$20,000:  PES Administrator Challenge & Pep Rally


**Student Prizes**
The top 3 students who raise the most will earn individual prizes!

1st Place: 40oz Red Stanley Tumbler
2nd Place: $50.00
3rd Place: $25.00

Additionally, the top 20 students outside of the top three will be entered into a drawing to win a Dave & Buster's gift card worth $20.00.


**Class Prizes**
The class who raises the most money will win a tremendous opportunity to name the Providence Panther cementing their legacy at Providence Elementary School! On top of that, each student will earn a Dave & Buster's certificate for 60 minutes of unlimited play! 


Help us achieve this goal, and continue to support outstanding opportunities for PES!


We can't do this without you...the panther is on the prowl and ready!  

Share this link with your family, family, and other members of the community!

https://www.givebacks.com/causes/pespantherspta/campaigns/PantherProwl2024



Thank you,

PES PTA Board

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Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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FCPS Elementary Language Arts Grading

ES Grading Update for 2024-2025

This year, FCPS has new ways of teaching reading and writing to our students. We also have new ways to know if students need extra support and how we can best help them. Schools will still use the same 4-point scale to assign grades; please refer to the Grading Guidelines for more details.

Starting in November 2024, your child’s progress report grades may look different due to the changes below.

NOTE: Students are not expected to master all of their grade-level standards until later in the year. By monitoring grades in each standard the whole school year, you can get a clearer picture of areas where they need to grow most, as well as their overall progress in literacy. Contact your child's teacher with any questions about your child’s progress report. 

New Language Arts Curriculum
  • Before: the FCPS Planning and Pacing Guide covered different standards each quarter.
  • Current: FCPS now uses Benchmark Advance. It covers all standards each quarter, building towards mastery. Fewer standards will be marked Not Taught (NT) or Not Assessed (NA)
New K-3 Literacy Screener New Virginia Standards of Learning
  • Before: Measured overlapping skills on any text. Sometimes standards were assessed with below-grade level text.
  • Current: The Virginia Board of Education approved the 2024 English Standards of Learning at their March 28, 2024, business meeting. The new standards measure separate skills using on-grade level text. Grades reflect how well students meet grade-level expectations
Thanksgiving Luncheon at Providence

Join us in November for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.

Parents with students in kindergarten through 2nd grade may join their students for a turkey feast on Wednesday, November 20th.

Parents with students in grades 3 -6, may join their students for a turkey feast on Thursday, November 21st.

Parents may purchase a school lunch for $4.75 at the door.

Grade Level Lunch Times
Wednesday, November 20th:

  • Grade 1 (10:45-11:40am)
  • Grade 2 (11:25-12:20pm)
  • Grade K (12:05-1:00pm)

Thursday, November 21st:

  • Grade 4 (10:30-11:15am)
  • Grade 6 (11:15-12:00pm)
  • Grade 5 (12:00-12:45pm)
  • Grade 3 (12:45-1:35pm)

For more you child's specific lunch time within the grade level time, please contact your child's teacher.

ES Thanksgiving Luncheon Invitation

Title I Engagement Policy & School Improvement and Innovation Plan

Title I Engagement Policy and Compact is distributed to all caregivers. Caregivers have opportunities to provide comments and feedback on the policy and compact through PTA meetings, the Annual Title I Meeting, School Events, and our family liaisons as well as the link below.

Comments are submitted with the school’s policy and compact to FCPS central offices and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). This policy and compact are made available to the broader school community through the school website.

Direct Links to documents and survey

Federal Impact Aid Forms

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms in November. Please be sure to return them by Friday, November 17. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because 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.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.

Complete Impact Aid Form
Directions to complete form from your mobile device.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

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

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

AAP Connections

AAP Connections: This quarter, students learned about and applied the Critical and Creative Thinking strategy: Point of View.  You can learn more about Critical and Creative Thinking strategies on the FCPS AAP website.  Check your digital Tuesday folders at the end of each quarter for the Critical and Creative Thinking Choice Board, filled with activities you can use at home to build your child’s creative and critical thinking skills.  

Important AAP Dates: 

November 21 at 7:30 am/December 3 at 5:00 pm - AAP Full Time Referral Parent Q&A Zoom Sessions; please complete this form to RSVP by November 18 

December 15 - Deadline for Full Time AAP Referrals and accompanying materials

Questions?  Email Nicole Hanton at [email protected]

The Fairfax Ballet

You are formally invited to step into the enchanting world of “The Nutcracker”

This holiday season, let the Fairfax Ballet Company transport you to the enchanting world of “The Nutcracker,” featuring Emily Kitka as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Aarón Sanz as her Cavalier and the Snow King, both soloists from the renowned New York City Ballet.

If you are interested in attending please email our music teacher, Abby Shipman ([email protected]) for tickets.

Performance Details
Dates:
Saturday, November 30
Sunday, December 1

Time: 4 PM

Location: Fairfax High School
3501 Lion Run
Fairfax, VA

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

November 7

Family Math Night
5-7pm

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 20-21

Thanksgiving Luncheons

(see above for details)

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

December 15

AP Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Outstanding Employee Awards Nominations

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Providence Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination form. You may nominate more than one employee, but only one employee per family can be nominated for each 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 criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below. 

The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 15th. If you have any questions, please contact our Award Liaisons: Sharon Hickey at [email protected], Cindy Temple at [email protected], and Jazzmin Dabney at [email protected].

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/xBQoZDhEYg1epFZs6

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No School | Student Holidays


Friday, November 1, Holiday Diwali and Dia de los Muertos and All Saints Day. All schools and offices will be closed.

Schools are closed for students on:
Monday, November 4, for a school planning day
Tuesday, November 5, for a teacher workday.
See the complete school year calendar

Daylight Saving Time Ends

This Sunday, November 3, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time ends. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!

Family Math Night - November 7

Providence ES is excited to host Family Math Night on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 5:30-7:00pm. This will be a fun night to play math games, participate in a variety of activities, and enjoy an evening together!  Please complete the form below by November 1, 2024. 

Please contact Tracy Cabacoy ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.

Direct link to form: https://forms.gle/MRrDcBrqwXHkzQNv5

Thanksgiving Luncheon at Providence

Join us in November for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.

Parents with students in kindergarten through 2nd grade may join their students for a turkey feast on Wednesday, November 20th.

Parents with students in grades 3 -6, may join their students for a turkey feast on Thursday, November 21st.

Parents may purchase a school lunch for $4.25 at the door.

Additional information coming out soon in our Tuesday Folders.


Title I Engagement Policy & School Improvement and Innovation Plan

Title I Engagement Policy and Compact is distributed to all caregivers. Caregivers have opportunities to provide comments and feedback on the policy and compact through PTA meetings, the Annual Title I Meeting, School Events, and our family liaisons as well as the link below.

Comments are submitted with the school’s policy and compact to FCPS central offices and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). This policy and compact are made available to the broader school community through the school website.

Direct Links to documents and survey

Outstanding Employee Awards Nominations

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Providence Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination form. You may nominate more than one employee, but only one employee per family can be nominated for each 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 criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below. 

The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 15th. If you have any questions, please contact our Award Liaisons: Sharon Hickey at [email protected], Cindy Temple at [email protected], and Jazzmin Dabney at [email protected].

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/xBQoZDhEYg1epFZs6

Federal Impact Aid Forms

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms in November. Please be sure to return them by Friday, November 17. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because 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.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.

Complete Impact Aid Form
Directions to complete form from your mobile device.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

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

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

AAP Connections

This quarter, students learned about and applied the Critical and Creative Thinking strategy: Point of View.  You can learn more about Critical and Creative Thinking strategies on the FCPS AAP website.  Check your digital Tuesday folders at the end of each quarter for the Critical and Creative Thinking Choice Board, filled with activities you can use at home to build your child’s creative and critical thinking skills.  

Important AAP Dates: 

December 15 - Deadline for Full Time AAP Referrals and accompanying materials

Questions?  Email Nicole Hanton at [email protected]

The City of Fairfax News

City of Fairfax residents! Learn about the school bond referendum on the November 5 ballot. Go to  https://www.cityoffairfaxschools.org for more information.

 

More information: Arbor Day Celebration | City Calendar | City of Fairfax, VA (fairfaxva.gov)

Second Step - Social and Emotional Learning

Currently in Second Step® Elementary, students are learning concepts taught in Unit 2: Emotion Management. In this unit, children learn how to identify and label emotions and use emotion management strategies—including stress management for older students—to calm strong feelings.

In this unit, students learn and practice ways to identify emotions and calm strong feelings. They build their emotion vocabularies, practice identifying their own and others’ emotions, and recognize the importance of labeling and managing emotions.

From Kindergarten through Grade 3, students develop emotion-related vocabulary and practice emotion-management strategies, like slow breathing, asking for help, or taking a break. By Grade 4, students focus on more complex ideas, like the role of emotion management in their lives and relationships, and Grade 4 introduces rethinking as a new way to manage emotions. In Grade 5, students begin to identify unique stressors in their own lives and plan for them in advance with new strategies. In Grade 6, students focus on developing a positive sense of self.

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

November 1 

Holiday - Diwali

November 3 

Daylights Saving (Fall Back)

November 4 & 5 

Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays

November 7

Family Math Night
5-7pm

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 20-21

Thanksgiving Luncheons

(see above for details)

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

December 15

AP Full Time Referrals are due

December 23 - January 3, 2025

Winter Break

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3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Early Release Monday - October 28

October 28th will be our 2nd Early Release Monday for teacher planning.  Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm.  SACC will be open for afternoon SACC students and will close at their regular scheduled time.  Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400.


Title I Engagement Policy & School Improvement and Innovation Plan

Title I Engagement Policy and Compact is distributed to all caregivers. Caregivers have opportunities to provide comments and feedback on the policy and compact through PTA meetings, the Annual Title I Meeting, School Events, and our family liaisons as well as the link below.

Comments are submitted with the school’s policy and compact to FCPS central offices and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). This policy and compact are made available to the broader school community through the school website.

Direct Links to documents and survey



Family Math Night - November 7

Providence ES is excited to host Family Math Night on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 5:30-7:00pm. This will be a fun night to play math games, participate in a variety of activities, and enjoy an evening together!  Please complete the form below by November 1, 2024. 

Please contact Tracy Cabacoy ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.

Direct link to form: https://forms.gle/MRrDcBrqwXHkzQNv5

Outstanding Employee Awards Nominations

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Providence Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination form. You may nominate more than one employee, but only one employee per family can be nominated for each 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 criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below. 

The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 15th. If you have any questions, please contact our Award Liaisons: Sharon Hickey at [email protected], Cindy Temple at [email protected], and Jazzmin Dabney at [email protected].

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/xBQoZDhEYg1epFZs6

Federal Impact Aid Forms

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is open and available for completion in ParentVUE.  Complete this survey as soon as possible because it allows FCPS to recover money lost due to nontaxable federal property (e.g., military installations, federal office buildings) in our community.  Visit the FCPS Impact Aid Info page,for instructions on how to complete the survey.  For assistance with your ParentVUE account, please contact Providence (703-460-4400). 

 

Impact Aid direct link: https://sisparent.fcps.edu/PVUE/PXP2_Login_Parent_OVR.aspx?regenerateSessionId=True

Video explaining the importance of completing the Impact Aid for https://www.fcps.edu/impact 

The City of Fairfax News

City of Fairfax residents! Learn about the school bond referendum on the November 5 ballot. Go to  https://www.cityoffairfaxschools.org for more information.

 

More information: Arbor Day Celebration | City Calendar | City of Fairfax, VA (fairfaxva.gov)

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

October 28 

3 Hour Early Release
Dismiss at 12:25pm

October 31 

2 Hour Early Release
End of Quarter
Dismiss at 1:25pm

November 1 

Holiday - Diwali

November 4 & 5

Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays

November 7

Family Math Night
5-7pm

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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PTA Book Fair Coin Challenge Update!

Last week's Epic Coin Challenge was a huge success. Thank you for helping our students fundraise to help Providence families afford books at the fair. Together we raised $2,215!!!

 

Each grade's top fundraising class won a PJ day, and we're announcing those winners in a moment. We would also like to celebrate a huge contribution from one class who will also get to enjoy a popsicle party. Ms. Adkin's 5th grade class raised an incredible $415!! That's almost a quarter of our whole school's total! Thank you to Ms. Adkins and her superstar students.

Here are the rest of our grade-level winning classes who will enjoy a PJ day. If your teacher is listed here, wear your PJs to school on next Tuesday October 29!

Kindergarten, Ms. Roettger
1st, Ms. Shildt
2nd, Ms. Randolph
3rd, Ms. Rahimi
4th, Mr. Stone
5th, Ms. Adkins
6th, Mr. Hearin

Federal Impact Aid Forms

Yesterday you should have received information from FCPS regarding the Federal Impact Aid Survey.  The Impact Aid Survey is open and available for completion in ParentVUE.  Complete this survey as soon as possible because it allows FCPS to recover money lost due to nontaxable federal property (e.g., military installations, federal office buildings) in our community.  Visit the FCPS Impact Aid Info page,for instructions on how to complete the survey.  For assistance with your ParentVUE account, please contact Providence (703-460-4400). 

 

Impact Aid direct link: https://sisparent.fcps.edu/PVUE/PXP2_Login_Parent_OVR.aspx?regenerateSessionId=True

Video explaining the importance of completing the Impact Aid for https://www.fcps.edu/impact 

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Harvest Day at Providence - October 19

On Saturday, Oct. 19th all Providence staff, students and their families are invited to volunteer for Harvest Day.  We will meet from 8am to 12pm to harvest vegetables, pull invasive plants and weeds, and mulch all the plant beds.  We hope to see you all there!

PES Book Fair - October 21-25

The annual fall Scholastic Book Fair is coming to the PES Library! Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school.   

  • Preview days: Monday and Tuesday October 21 & 22, classes visit together
  • School day sales: Wednesday through Friday October 23 - 25, teachers send students with shopping money or eWallets during class (sales close Friday at 11:00.)
  • Evening family hours: Wednesday and Thursday October 23 & 24, 6:00 - 7:30pm

As we wait for the big event, there is plenty to explore and learn.

  • Visit our own Scholastic book fair site to explore Scholastic book offerings or set up eWallet as an alternative to sending cash with your child.
  • Check out our page on Share the Fair, formerly known as All for Books. Learn how to make an online donation or help your kids participate in our exciting fundraising week, the classroom Coin Challenge competition.
  • Sign up to volunteer!
  • Or get into all the details on our FAQ page including how your child will experience the fair.
FLE Parent Preview - October 23

FLE Parent Preview – Wednesday October 23, 2024 at 6:30PM Students in grades K-6 participate in Family Life Education (FLE). Students receive instruction in a human growth and development unit and an emotional and social health unit.  For more information about the FCPS Family Life Education program, please see the detailed grade-level program descriptions on the FCPS website.  In addition, grade level-specific curriculum lessons are available for review online in Schoology.  Parents/guardians can login to Schoology using the same username and password as their Student Information System (SIS) and find the materials in the All Parents/Guardians course in the “Parent Preview-FLE Instruction” folder.

You are also invited to attend an evening opportunity to preview the Family Life Education media and lessons and to talk with school staff about the program.  The meeting will be held on Wednesday October 23 at 6:30 PM in the art room.

Parents/guardians who do not wish to have their child participate in FLE instruction may choose to opt their child out of any or all of the lessons. If you would like to opt your child out of one or more lessons, opt-out forms for students in general education classes are available in the Parent Digital Consent (PDC).

Early Release Monday - October 28

October 28th will be our 2nd Early Release Monday for teacher planning.  Students will be dismissed at 12:25pm.  SACC will be open for afternoon SACC students and will close at their regular scheduled time.  Students of families that have made arrangements for after school child care provided by Providence, will be dismissed at 3:25pm.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our main office at 703-460-4400.


Family Math Night - November 7

Providence ES is excited to host Family Math Night on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 5:30-7:00pm. This will be a fun night to play math games, participate in a variety of activities, and enjoy an evening together!  Please complete the form below by November 1, 2024. 

Please contact Tracy Cabacoy ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.

Direct link to form: https://forms.gle/MRrDcBrqwXHkzQNv5

Outstanding Employee Awards Nominations

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Providence Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination form. You may nominate more than one employee, but only one employee per family can be nominated for each 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 criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below. 

The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 15th. If you have any questions, please contact our Award Liaisons: Sharon Hickey at [email protected], Cindy Temple at [email protected], and Jazzmin Dabney at [email protected].

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/xBQoZDhEYg1epFZs6

The City of Fairfax News

The City of Fairfax's urban forestry team and Environmental Sustainability Committee would like to invite you to attend our Arbor Day Celebration next Saturday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at Kutner Park (3901 Jermantown Rd). Students across grade levels from City of Fairfax Schools will be in attendance at the event reciting their poetry about the environment. A volunteer tree planting will follow. (flyer)

 

More information: Arbor Day Celebration | City Calendar | City of Fairfax, VA (fairfaxva.gov)

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

October 19

Harvest Day at PES
8:00am-Noon

October 21-25

Book Fair!

October 28 

3 Hour Early Release
Dismiss at 12:25pm

October 31 

2 Hour Early Release
End of Quarter
Dismiss at 1:25pm

November 1 

Holiday - Diwali

November 4 & 5

Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays

November 7

Family Math Night
5-7pm

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Indigenous Peoples' Day - October 14

Monday, October 14, is a student holiday and staff development day for Indigenous Peoples' Day. School will resume on Tuesday, October 15th.

Providence News Advanced Academics Program

Fall referrals for Full-Time AAP screening are due October 15 (this is ONLY for students who are new to FCPS as of January 1, 2024 AND in grades 3-6).  You can learn more about the AAP continuum of services offered at FCPS and find referral forms on the  AAP website.  

If you have further questions, please reach out to Providence’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Nicole Hanton ([email protected]).

Harvest Day at Providence - October 19

On Saturday, Oct. 19th all Providence staff, students and their families are invited to volunteer for Harvest Day.  We will meet from 8am to 12pm to harvest vegetables, pull invasive plants and weeds, and mulch all the plant beds.  We hope to see you all there!

City of Fairfax News School Bond Referendum - November ballot

Join the City of Fairfax on Tuesday, October 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Daniels Run ES for an informational night about the school bond referendum on the November ballot. City residents can ask questions and learn more about the school facility needs. For more information, please go to the City of Fairfax Schools website https://www.cityoffairfaxschools.org/

Improvements to Providence

This November, City of Fairfax residents will vote on a referendum to finance the cost of capital improvements to Providence ES, Daniels Run ES, and replace the roof at Fairfax HS. For more information, go to the City of Fairfax Schools website at www.CityofFairfaxSchools.org or attend a community engagement night on Monday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Providence ES.

Second Step - Social and Emotional Learning 

Dear Families,

Currently in Second Step® Elementary, students are learning concepts taught in Unit 1: Growth Mindset & Goal-Setting. In this unit, children learn how to pay attention and manage distractions, develop a growth mindset, and apply goal-setting strategies to their social and academic lives.

A growth mindset is an important skill to establish early in the school year to help students keep going through challenges, welcome mistakes, identify and achieve goals, and gain confidence as they learn.

Students also learn that their brains grow and change when they tackle new challenges, try hard, and practice their skills. 

In Kindergarten through Grade 2, students develop skills needed to pay attention and avoid distractions and learn about the importance of practice and effort when learning something new. Grade 3 introduces the brain science behind learning, practice, and planning. With this foundation, Grades 4 through 6 shift to focus on the goal-setting process.

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!

Mark your Calendar

October 14 

Student Holiday - Indigenous People Day

October 19

Harvest Day at PES
8:00am-Noon

October 28 

3 Hour Early Release
Dismiss at 12:25pm

October 31 

2 Hour Early Release
End of Quarter
Dismiss at 1:25pm

November 1 

Holiday - Diwali

November 4 & 5

Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays

November 7

Family Math Night
5-7pm

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: October 2nd

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Providence News No School - October 3rd & 4th

Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school. 

Thursday, October 3, is a holiday (Rosh Hashanah) for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed. 

Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students. 

See the complete school year calendar

School Pictures - October 8
Walk and Roll to School Day - October 9

FCPS will participate in International Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 9, in an effort to promote physical activity and reduce traffic congestion and pollution near schools. Students and employees are encouraged to bike or walk to school and work where safe to do so. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to school, and to work with their school and PTA or PTO to assemble bike trains or walking groups for the event. Schools are encouraged to register online with Walk and Bike to School. Get more information about Walk to School Day.

Walk and Roll Flyer

Safety Flyer


Advanced Academics Program

Fall referrals for Full-Time AAP screening are due October 15 (this is ONLY for students who are new to FCPS as of January 1, 2024 AND in grades 3-6).  You can learn more about the AAP continuum of services offered at FCPS and find referral forms on the  AAP website.  

Providence’s AAP Parent Information Sessions:
*October 9th at 6:00 pm (date change)
*October 10th at 8:00 am 

If you have further questions, please reach out to Providence’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Nicole Hanton ([email protected]).

City of Fairfax News Fairfax HS Family Festival

Fairfax HS is hosting a family festival for future FHS Lions!! There will be:

  • A bouncy house
  • Petting zoo
  • Activities with FHS students/clubs before the football game

Students there before 6:15pm will get to run through the spirit tunnel after the football team.  Click here for more information 


Improvements to Providence

This November, City of Fairfax residents will vote on a referendum to finance the cost of capital improvements to Providence ES, Daniels Run ES, and replace the roof at Fairfax HS. For more information, go to the City of Fairfax Schools website at www.CityofFairfaxSchools.org or attend a community engagement night on Monday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Providence ES.

FCPS News

Don’t Miss Out: Providence Day and Back to School Celebration on Sat., Oct. 5

 

Join us for a day of fun, connection, and community spirit! The inaugural Providence Day and Back to School Celebration is on Saturday, October 5, from 11 am to 3 pm at Marshall High School. We will celebrate the vibrant and diverse community we're proud to call home and highlight local organizations and businesses while fostering stronger connections among residents and community leaders. This free, family-friendly event is open to all Fairfax County residents and will feature interactive booths, live performances, food trucks, activities for kids, giveaways and prizes, community spotlights, and more!

RSVP TODAY: https://www.facebook.com/share/b12h6pJutavJcxX3/

Accessibility and Transportation: George Marshall High School is easily accessible by car, bus, or bike. Shuttle services will run from the Jim Scott Community Center (3001 Vaden Drive) and the James Lee Community Center (2855 Annandale Road).

Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-560-6946.

Your support in engaging your students and families will help ensure everyone has the chance to participate in the fun. We’ll have food trucks, pumpkin painting, face painting, Vocal Arts Fairfax performing Broadway tunes, Mr. Zig Zag the Magic Man, interactive activities, and the Marshall High School Cheer Team will make a special appearance to welcome everyone to the event.

And finally, we’re looking for an MC to introduce our performers and awards portion of the show. Please reach out if you know of any students or teachers who might be interested.

 

Second Step - Social and Emotional Learning 

Dear Families,

Currently in Second Step® Elementary, students are learning concepts taught in Unit 1: Growth Mindset & Goal-Setting. In this unit, children learn how to pay attention and manage distractions, develop a growth mindset, and apply goal-setting strategies to their social and academic lives.

A growth mindset is an important skill to establish early in the school year to help students keep going through challenges, welcome mistakes, identify and achieve goals, and gain confidence as they learn.

Students also learn that their brains grow and change when they tackle new challenges, try hard, and practice their skills. 

In Kindergarten through Grade 2, students develop skills needed to pay attention and avoid distractions and learn about the importance of practice and effort when learning something new. Grade 3 introduces the brain science behind learning, practice, and planning. With this foundation, Grades 4 through 6 shift to focus on the goal-setting process.

Mark your Calendar

October 3 & 4

Student Holiday - Rosh Hashanah
Student Holiday / Teacher Workdays

October 8

School Pictures

October 9

Walk and Roll to School Day
Walk and Roll Flyer

October 14 

Student Holiday - Indigenous People Day

October 28 

3 Hour Early Release
Dismiss at 12:25pm

October 31 

2 Hour Early Release
End of Quarter

November 1 

Holiday - Diwali

November 4 & 5

Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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Panther Press: September 27th

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Pick Up Patrol - Now Available

At Providence Elementary we use a system that helps parents make dismissal changes for their child(ren) efficiently and conveniently. It is called PickUp Patrol.

  • PickUp Patrol is a cloud-based web base
  • Eliminates the need for parents to write notes or make phone calls to school
  • To make a dismissal change:
    • Login
    • Select a date
    • Choose your child and Dismissal Option
    • Hit submit and that’s it!
Advanced Academics Program

Fall referrals for Full-Time AAP screening are due October 15 (this is ONLY for students who are new to FCPS as of January 1, 2024 AND in grades 3-6).  You can learn more about the AAP continuum of services offered at FCPS and find referral forms on the  AAP website.  

Providence’s AAP Parent Information Sessions:
*October 9th at 6:00 pm (date change)
*October 10th at 8:00 am 

If you have further questions, please reach out to Providence’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Nicole Hanton ([email protected]).

Birthday Celebrations in the classroom

We wanted to provide you with some guidelines regarding birthday celebrations at school. Our goal is to create a positive and inclusive environment for all students.

  • To ensure that everyone feels included, we ask that you refrain from sending food to share. Instead, you may send non-edible items such as pencils, stickers, or small toys.

  • If you plan to send in any items, please notify your child's teacher in advance so they can make appropriate arrangements.

  • We also kindly request that you avoid passing out party invitations in the classroom unless all classmates are invited. This helps to prevent feelings of exclusion.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

City of Fairfax News Improvements to Providence

This November, City of Fairfax residents will vote on a referendum to finance the cost of capital improvements to Providence ES, Daniels Run ES, and replace the roof at Fairfax HS. For more information, go to the City of Fairfax Schools website at www.CityofFairfaxSchools.org or attend a community engagement night on Monday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Providence ES.

Fairfax HS Family Festival

Fairfax HS is hosting a family festival for future FHS Lions!! There will be:

  • A bouncy house
  • Petting zoo
  • Activities with FHS students/clubs before the football game

Students there before 6:15pm will get to run through the spirit tunnel after the football team.  Click here for more information 

FCPS News

Don’t Miss Out: Providence Day and Back to School Celebration on Sat., Oct. 5

 

Join us for a day of fun, connection, and community spirit! The inaugural Providence Day and Back to School Celebration is on Saturday, October 5, from 11 am to 3 pm at Marshall High School. We will celebrate the vibrant and diverse community we're proud to call home and highlight local organizations and businesses while fostering stronger connections among residents and community leaders. This free, family-friendly event is open to all Fairfax County residents and will feature interactive booths, live performances, food trucks, activities for kids, giveaways and prizes, community spotlights, and more!

RSVP TODAY: https://www.facebook.com/share/b12h6pJutavJcxX3/

Accessibility and Transportation: George Marshall High School is easily accessible by car, bus, or bike. Shuttle services will run from the Jim Scott Community Center (3001 Vaden Drive) and the James Lee Community Center (2855 Annandale Road).

Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-560-6946.

Your support in engaging your students and families will help ensure everyone has the chance to participate in the fun. We’ll have food trucks, pumpkin painting, face painting, Vocal Arts Fairfax performing Broadway tunes, Mr. Zig Zag the Magic Man, interactive activities, and the Marshall High School Cheer Team will make a special appearance to welcome everyone to the event.

And finally, we’re looking for an MC to introduce our performers and awards portion of the show. Please reach out if you know of any students or teachers who might be interested.

 

Second Step - Social and Emotional Learning 

Dear Families,

Currently in Second Step® Elementary, students are learning concepts taught in Unit 1: Growth Mindset & Goal-Setting. In this unit, children learn how to pay attention and manage distractions, develop a growth mindset, and apply goal-setting strategies to their social and academic lives.

A growth mindset is an important skill to establish early in the school year to help students keep going through challenges, welcome mistakes, identify and achieve goals, and gain confidence as they learn.

Students also learn that their brains grow and change when they tackle new challenges, try hard, and practice their skills. 

In Kindergarten through Grade 2, students develop skills needed to pay attention and avoid distractions and learn about the importance of practice and effort when learning something new. Grade 3 introduces the brain science behind learning, practice, and planning. With this foundation, Grades 4 through 6 shift to focus on the goal-setting process.

The Panther Way

The following students made our "Panther Way Spotlight" for this week!  They all were seen following The Panther Way by being Safe, Responsible, and Kind around our school building. Keep up the good work, everyone!


Mark your Calendar

October 3 

Student Holiday - Rosh Hashanah

October 4 

Student Holiday / Teacher Workdays

October 14 

Student Holiday - Indigenous People Day

October 28 

3 Hour Early Release
Dismiss at 12:25pm

October 31 

2 Hour Early Release
End of Quarter

November 1 

Holiday - Diwali

November 4 & 5

Student Holidays/Teacher Workdays

November 11 

Holiday - Veterans Day

November 27-29

Holiday - Thanksgiving Break

  Providence ES / FCPS Quick Links

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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September 25th - PTA Meeting

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PTA Meeting - September 25th

Dear Parents,

We invite you to join us for our upcoming PTA meeting on Wednesday, September 25th at 6:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to learn about school updates, volunteer opportunities, and how you can get involved in supporting your child's education.

We look forward to seeing you there!

3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 | Main Office: 703-460-4400

Attendance: 703-460-4444 or  [email protected]

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