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National Women’s History Month Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids.

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28.

This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school.

Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.

See the complete school year calendar.

Art shows, special exhibits, fundraisers, and school and community activities take place annually, traditionally during March, to celebrate visual art education for grades K-12.

📝Kindergarten Registration📝

Kindergarten enrollment starts this week!

To enroll your young scholar, please visit the school office between

10:00 AM and 3:00 PM or Register Online.

Enrollment forms are available in the front office, and our Registrar, Ms.Nunez, is happy to assist. You may also reach her at [email protected].

Enrollment CLOSES on April 30th, 2025.

We look forward to welcoming your child!

🐻SAVE THE DATE: Kindergarten Orientation🐻 🛠️GBE March Family Workshop " SOL Test Information"🛠️

See you tomorrow, March 20, 2025!

GBE Family Resource Center is inviting you to our monthly Workshop on Thursday March 20th at 10:00 AM at Trailer 2 to talk about “SOL Test Information”. Presented by GBE Math Specialist, Mrs. Samara Green, the Reading specialist, Mrs. Kathryn Probst.

The meeting and interpretation are available on Zoom as well. Zoom does not have all interpretation languages included, so we are using "Japanese" for Arabic, "German" for Turkish, "French" for Farsi and "Spanish" for Spanish.

Join Zoom Meeting https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96442456626?pwd=PKzaGxwbzEctZ7Afy7dRM0TcJ5yhTa.1

Meeting ID: 964 4245 6626 Passcode: 514372

Mrs. Wafika Albani

GBE Family Liaison

cell: (571) 294-4794

📸Spring Picture Day📸 📚The Scholastic Book Fair is returning to GBE!📚

Students will visit with their classes from April 7-11. There will be special evening hours from 6-7:30 PM during the Spotlight on Learning events on April 9 & 10.

Prefer a cashless Book Fair? Set up an eWallet for your student here: https://bit.ly/GBEeWalletSpring25. Any unused eWallet funds from the Fall Book Fair were automatically converted to eGift Cards. Check your My Scholastic Account if you believe your student may have a balance. You may use the remaining balance to fund a new eWallet for the Spring Book Fair or to shop online with Scholastic.

Interested in volunteering with the Book Fair? Email Mr. Lotz at [email protected] or sign up at https://bit.ly/GBESpringBookFair25.

We can't do it without you!

📝SOL Testing Dates📝 3-6 Grade Reading SOL - April 29, 2025 5th Grade Science SOL - May 6, 2025 3-6 Grade Math SOL - May 13, 2025 📔Yearbook📔 🎼2025 Franklin Band & Orchestra Camp – Registration Now Open!🎼

Franklin Band and Orchestra Camp is a summer program designed to develop young musicians of ALL levels and is open to students between the ages of 9-14. The camp has four Band Ensembles and five Orchestra Ensembles. All ensemble levels challenge the musicianship of our students. Each day, students will have the opportunity to grow musically through both large ensemble performance and small group/instrument-specific clinics. One day of camp is roughly equivalent to four weekly elementary band or strings lessons during the schoolyear. This can really accelerate a child’s musical development. Franklin Band & Orchestra Camp is a fantastic summer opportunity for young musicians!

WHERE:

Chantilly High School

WHEN:

June 23rd thru Friday, July 11th (no camp July 4th)

Monday-Friday

Orchestra 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Band 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

More information and registration available at

www.franklinbandcamp.com

🤖Career and Technical Summer Camps🤖

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.

All information can be found on our webpages! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS! Click here to register!

📈FCPS Budget — Our Students Deserve the Best📈

More than $240 million of FCPS’ Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget is dedicated to increasing compensation for our teachers and staff to stay competitive and reduce turnover. Currently, FCPS ranks fifth out of eight neighboring districts in regards to starting salary for teachers with a master’s degree.

Our families expect — and our students deserve — the best teachers.

Next Steps in the Budget Process

The next steps in the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process include the School Board presenting the budget to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 22, and then the Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings Tuesday, April 22, through Thursday, April 24. Community members can submit testimony or sign up to speak.

Visit the county government website to view the Fairfax County FY 2026 Advertised Budget. The community is also invited to complete an online survey to provide feedback on the county’s FY 2026 Advertised Budget.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process.

❗Reminder to Sign Up Weekly for Student Fasting Meal Kits❗

Students who are fasting during the school day between now and March 28 can take school meal kits home at the end of the day. Families must fill out a separate request form for each week and for each student in order to receive school meal kits. To receive meal kits for the week of March 24, please fill out this form by March 17.

Please remind your child to pick up their meals each day at our school’s designated location. Visit the Food and Nutrition Services webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.

🛑Cameras Installed on School Bus Stop Arms🛑

Cameras have been installed on the stop arms of 50 FCPS school buses. These cameras will be used to identify drivers who pass stopped school buses while children are entering and exiting the bus (called a “stop arm violation”).

Warnings for drivers will begin on Wednesday, April 9. After a 30-day warning period, citations will begin to be issued on Monday, May 12.

According to Virginia law, drivers must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights on and their stop signs extended. Motorists should stop when approaching from any direction (unless there is a barrier or median separating their lane from where the bus is stopped). They should remain stopped until everyone is clear and the bus is moving.

We appreciate our law enforcement partners for working with us to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Read more information about the stop arm cameras and all of the ways that we work with our county partners to keep students safe on their way to and from school.

📍The Comprehensive School Boundary Review Process Explained📍

Want to learn more about the ongoing Comprehensive School Boundary Review process? Watch this video for explanations of terms such as attendance zones, attendance islands, split feeders, and other factors that affect school boundaries. The video will also be available in other languages soon.

Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information and sign up for our School Boundary Review newsletter.

🎤Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid🎤

Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, April 7 at Greenbriar West Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.

---------------------------------------------------- GBE Silent Auction open until March 21. Bid on Experiences, Products and Services now! One Greenbriar Tickets and T Shirts on Sale! 👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/GreenbriarEastES
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

This is a reminder to put your students' absence, arriving late, or leaving school early in Pickup Patrol (PUP). All default plans should be up to date. Make sure you change the default plan anytime you change your students' permanent dismissal. Emails and phone calls are no longer encouraged, except for emergencies. When you enter a change in PUP, it goes directly to your child’s teacher as well as our front office staff. Please remember to provide a reason for the absence, late arrival or early dismissal. Changes must be entered on PUP by 2:30pm each day. If you need assistance setting up your PickUp Patrol account, please reach out to the front office at 703-633-6400 or [email protected].

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Decades Day Tomorrow and Math Madness

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Decades Day Tomorrow

March Mathness: An ST Math Tournament!

Decades Day Tomorrow

Our students crushed their cafeteria point goals this week, earning a fantastic Decades Day celebration! Get ready to rewind and fast-forward through time as students choose their favorite decade and dress the part. We are expecting to see some groovy 70s vibes, radical 80s looks, or whatever era sparks their imagination! Join us in celebrating their amazing achievement.

March Mathness: An ST Math Tournament!

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GBE Happenings 03.12.25

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

EARLY RELEASE MONDAY - THIS MONDAY MARCH 17 ⏰

SOL TESTING DATES 📝

Photo of the week 📷

Upcoming Holidays/Observances 📆

SAVE THE DATE: Kindergarten Orientation

Yearbook 📔

GBE March Family Workshop " SOL Test Information"

Career and Technical Summer Camps 🤖

Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp 🏀

Developing a Strong Academic Foundation, Curiosity, and Joy for Learning 🧑🏽‍🏫

Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education Programs🧒🏽

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

⏰EARLY RELEASE MONDAY- THIS MONDAY, MARCH 17⏰

NEXT Monday, March 17th is our fifth Early Release Monday.

Students will be dismissed as they were for February's Early Release Monday.

Please keep in mind, if you are picking up your child early that day, cut off time is 12:30pm or pick up is available after dismissal at 1:30pm.

No pickups between 12:30pm to 1:30pm.

📝SOL Testing Dates📝 5th Grade IRW - March 18, 2025 3-6 Grade Reading SOL - April 29, 2025 5th Grade Science SOL - May 6, 2025 3-6 Grade Math SOL - May 13, 2025 📸Photo of the Week📸 🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28.

This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school.

See the complete school year calendar.

Art shows, special exhibits, fundraisers, and school and community activities take place annually, traditionally during March, to celebrate visual art education for grades K-12.

SAVE THE DATE: Kindergarten Orientation 📔Yearbook📔 GBE March Family Workshop " SOL Test Information"

Save the date!

GBE Family Resource Center is inviting you to our monthly Workshop on Thursday March 20th at 10:00 AM at Trailer 2 to talk about “SOL Test Information”. Presented by GBE Math Specialist, Mrs. Samara Green, the Reading specialist, Mrs. Kathryn Probst.

The meeting and interpretation are available on Zoom as well. Zoom does not have all interpretation languages included, so we are using "Japanese" for Arabic, "German" for Turkish, "French" for Farsi and "Spanish" for Spanish.

Join Zoom Meeting https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96442456626?pwd=PKzaGxwbzEctZ7Afy7dRM0TcJ5yhTa.1

Meeting ID: 964 4245 6626 Passcode: 514372

Mrs. Wafika Albani

GBE Family Liaison

cell: (571) 294-4794

🤖Career and Technical Summer Camps🤖

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!

All information can be found on our webpages! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS! Click here to register!

🏀Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp🏀 🧑🏽‍🏫Developing a Strong Academic Foundation, Curiosity, and Joy for Learning🧑🏽‍🏫

The FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.

A strong start for every student is Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan. Pre-K classrooms are making a difference in our community. In this video, we explore the importance of bringing children under the age of five together, regardless of abilities.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Advertised Budget. View the Budget Development Calendar to stay up to date and learn about opportunities to provide feedback to Fairfax County and FCPS.

💬 Share Your Input on the County Budget

The Fairfax County government presented its Fiscal Year 2026 Advertised Budget Plan to the Board of Supervisors on February 18. The community is invited to share feedback through an online survey, email, phone calls, or by attending Budget Town Hall meetings.

🧒🏽Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education Programs🧒🏽

FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors ages 6 weeks to 4 years living in Fairfax County.

Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children 3 years old by September 30. Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from expectant mothers and for children 6 weeks to 2 years old.

Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, however, space is limited and provided based on need, not “first come, first serve.” Applications are accepted online, by email, by postal mail, or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.

If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).

---------------------------------------------------- One Greenbriar Tickets and T Shirts on Sale! Courtyard Beautification this Saturday. Volunteers needed. PTA Meeting this Thursday 6:30pm GBE Library. Spring Silent Auction starts Sunday March 16th! 👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/GreenbriarEastES
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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GBE Happenings 03.05.25

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

Video of the week 📷

Upcoming Holidays/Observances 📆

Read Across America Spirit Week 💚

Yearbook 📔

Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp 🏀

VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders 🩺

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost 📑

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

📷 Video of the Week 📷

Click on the picture above to see an amazing video from STEAM Fest!

The video has also been posted to the FCPS Facebook and Instagram channels.

🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28.

This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school.

See the complete school year calendar.

Art shows, special exhibits, fundraisers, and school and community activities take place annually, traditionally during March, to celebrate visual art education for grades K-12.

National School Social Work Week March 2-8 is National School Social Work Week. Social workers in FCPS help to prevent social, emotional, and behavioral factors from affecting a student's ability to perform at their best. Their primary goal is to remove barriers that prevent a student from fulfilling their academic potential. Social workers are assigned to every school and center in the school system. Most social workers serve one to two sites. Learn more about the role of social workers in FCPS.

Thank You Ms. Rickerby for all you do at GBE!

Today we recognize those in our community observing Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday is observed as a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It marks the beginning of Lent, a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving leading up to Easter. Many Christians attend special Ash Wednesday church services, at which churchgoers receive ashes on their foreheads as a sign of penance. #OurFCPS

Daylight Saving Begins (Spring Forward)Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time begins. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour!

As a result of the time change, many students will be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors, or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes. Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up and not to run into the street or cross between parked cars.

💚Read Across America Spirit Week💚 📔Yearbook📔

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

🏀Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp🏀 🩺VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders🩺

As required by the Code of Virginia, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend public school. All students entering seventh grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:

Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older.
Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older.
A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents/guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.

Parents/guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with their child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. If your child does not have a health care provider, please visit the FCPS Immunizations Resource page to find out where to get an immunization.

Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.

📑Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost📑

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra learning resources. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

---------------------------------------------------- Tonight Food Fundraiser at Honey Grow on March 5th

We are teaming with Honey Grow in Fair Lakes to raise money for GBE Beautification.

How can you participate? It's simple... go eat and Use Promo Code: GIVE156 --- 20% comes back to your GBE PTA

Spring Run/Walk Club Registration is Open!

Calling all RoadRunners interested in getting your energy out before school starts. Come join the GBE Run Club! This is a non-competitive club organized by parent volunteers and the school. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to volunteer and cheer their students on during the club.

This group is for all grades (K-6) who want to have fun and get their bodies moving before the school day begins – 60 students maximum.
Run/Walk Club will be held at the GBE school track on Friday mornings at 8:30am starting Friday March 14th and ending Friday May 30th
All Kindergartener parents/caregivers are strongly encouraged to accompany their student during Run Club.
A $5 donation to cover costs is suggested.

Click the image to Register

Spring Auction Donations

GBE Community we are looking for donations to help make the Spring Auction an amazing and eventful experience to help raise funds for next years GBE PTA events like fall festival and more.

Check out our flyer to see how you can help!

👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/GreenbriarEastES
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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Attendance: 703-633-6464 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

GBE's Ms.Tarey, Chantilly Pyramid's New Teacher of the Year

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Chantilly Pyramid's New Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to our very own Fardowsa Tarey for being selected as our Chantilly Pyramid's New Teacher of the Year!! 🎉

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GBE Happenings 02.26.25

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

Photos of the week 📷

Upcoming Holidays/Observances 📆

Watch D.O.G.S Shout Out 📢

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28 ☪️

Read Across America Spirit Week 💚

Yearbook 📔

Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp 🏀

Breaking Down the Budget: Supporting Academic Growth and Algebra by Eighth Grade 📐

VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders 🩺

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost 📑

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

📷 Photos of the Week 📷 🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.

By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school including Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing, Technology and Engineering Education, and Trade and Industrial Education. Since this is an elective, course offerings may vary by school. Learn more on the FCPS CTE webpage.

CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!

Thank you to the Fairfax County School Board for all they do throughout the year. Want to contact your school board representatives to share your appreciation? Visit their website to find your school board member and contact them.

Public Schools Week, February 24-28, is an annual celebration that brings together school leaders, educators, parents & community leaders to recognize the importance of our nation’s public schools.

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28.

This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school.

See the complete school year calendar.

📢Watch D.O.G.S Shout Out📢

BIG SHOUT OUT TO MICHAEL BURY, today's Watch D.O.G. volunteer, who greeted students this morning as they came in.

Sign up to be a Watch D.O.G. at GBE. Join your kids in their classroom, at recess, in the lunch room and specials. If you are a dad, grandpa, uncle and want to become a Watch D.O.G at GBE visit https://dadsofgreatstudents.com/ to learn more.

Choose your day you would like to sign up to volunteer here https://signup.com/mobileweb/2.0/vspot.html?activitykey=12730516206#choose_event_page .

Email [email protected] for more info.

☪️Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28☪️

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has issued a new, first-time waiver allowing students fasting during the school day from February 28 to March 28, 2025, to request take-home breakfast and lunch meal kits. The Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) will provide meal kits reflecting the school menu. Meals will be kept cold and must be heated at home.

Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day. If a student purchases breakfast or lunch at school, they cannot pick up a kit that day. Meal kits must be picked up by students at the end of the school day—adults cannot collect them.

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:

March 3, 2025, for the week of March 10, 2025
March 10, 2025, for the week of March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025, for the week of March 24, 2025

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week. If you have any questions, please reach out to Charita Eley at [email protected].

💚Read Across America Spirit Week💚 📔Yearbook📔

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

🏀Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp🏀 📐Breaking Down the Budget: Supporting Academic Growth and Algebra by Eighth Grade📐

The FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.

Since the 2023-24 school year, FCPS has seen a 9.5% increase in eighth graders taking Algebra I or more advanced math and a 6.8% increase in fifth graders in advanced math.

Studies show that students who complete algebra in middle school have more opportunities to take advanced math and science courses in high school. This can open up new academic paths for students! Watch a video that shows why eighth grade algebra matters.

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget.

🩺VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders🩺

Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older.
Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older.
A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents/guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.

Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.

📑Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost📑

---------------------------------------------------- Spring Run/Walk Club Registration is Open!

This group is for all grades (K-6) who want to have fun and get their bodies moving before the school day begins – 60 students maximum.
Run/Walk Club will be held at the GBE school track on Friday mornings at 8:30am starting Friday March 14th and ending Friday May 30th
All Kindergartener parents/caregivers are strongly encouraged to accompany their student during Run Club.
A $5 donation to cover costs is suggested.

Click the image to Register

Spring Auction Donations

GBE Community we are looking for donations to help make the Spring Auction an amazing and eventful experience to help raise funds for next years GBE PTA events like fall festival and more.

Check out our flyer to see how you can help!

Save the Date: Food Fundraiser at Honey grow on March 5th

We are teaming with Honey Grow in Fair Lakes to raise money for GBE Beautification.

How can you participate? It's simple... go eat and Use Promo Code: GIVE156 --- 20% comes back to your GBE PTA

👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/GreenbriarEastES
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

13006 Point Pleasant Drive Fairfax VA 22033 | Main Office: 703-633-6400
Attendance: 703-633-6464 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

S.T.E.A.M. Fest Tonight at 6PM

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S.T.E.A.M. Fest Tonight at 6PM

Hello GBE!

We look forward to seeing everyone at S.T.E.A.M. Fest tonight, doors open at 6pm.

If you bought a pre-sale ticket please use the front entrance to pick up your wrist bands. If you need to purchase a ticket, use Entrance 13.

Planetarium Shows are in our gym starting at 6:05pm, 6:40pm, and 7:20pm, each show holds 90 people only.

This is not a drop off event, children must be accompanied by an adult.

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GBE Happenings 02.19.25

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Early Release Monday: NEXT MONDAY, Feb. 24th❗

Photos of the week 📷

Upcoming Holidays/Observances 📆

Yearbook 📔

Family Resource Center Workshop: “Building Positive Relationships”🫱🏼‍🫲🏼

Breaking Down the Budget: Investing in Our Classrooms 📈

FCPS’ Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits 🏗️

Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu 🤧

It’s Kindergarten Registration Time! 🐻

Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School 😊

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28 ☪️

Read Across America Spirit Week💚

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

❗Early Release Monday: NEXT MONDAY, Feb. 24th❗

NEXT Monday, December 24th is our fourth Early Release Monday.

Students will be dismissed as they were for December's Early Release Monday.

Please keep in mind, if you are picking up your child early that day, cut off time is 12:30pm or pick up is available after dismissal at 1:30pm.

No pickups between 12:30pm to 1:30pm.

📷 Photos of the Week 📷 🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!

📔Yearbook📔

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

🫱🏼‍🫲🏼Family Resource Center Workshop: “Building Positive Relationships”🫱🏼‍🫲🏼

Hello GBE Family,

Greenbriar East ES Family Resource Center is inviting you to our monthly Workshop on Thursday, February 27th, at 10:00 AM at Trailer 2 to talk about “Building Positive Relationships”. Presented by GBE Social Worker Ms. Robyn Rickerby and GBE Psychologist Ms. Sabrina Waldrip.

The meeting and interpretation are available on Zoom as well.

Zoom does not have all interpretation languages included, so we are using "Japanese" for Arabic, "German" for Turkish, "French" for Farsi, and "Spanish" for Spanish.

Join Zoom meeting.

https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/95899386467?pwd=xQBDJEBiPz2W8I64NClhlcT4o8ffzI.1

Meeting ID: 958 9938 6467

Passcode: 571987

Mrs. Wafika Albani

GBE Family Liaison

571 294 4794

📈Breaking Down the Budget: Investing in Our Classrooms📈

Did you know that more than 85% of FCPS’ budget stays in our classrooms? Currently, 92.5% of FCPS staff are school-based, more than neighboring school districts. We are in the middle of FCPS’ annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. Learn more about the proposed FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget and see the budget timeline.

🏗️FCPS’ Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits🏗️

The Fairfax County School Board approved the annual update to FCPS’ FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) at their regular board meeting last week. A CIP is a working budget document that shows the timing and costs of improvement to school buildings, such as renovations, additions, and new schools. Learn more about planned improvements.

Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the CIP. Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

🤧Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu🤧

Fairfax County is experiencing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. The Fairfax County Health Department reports that visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings. Read a letter from the health department.

The health department suggests taking the following steps to reduce the spread of flu and other germs:

Cover coughs and sneezes. If you must be around others while ill, wearing a mask can help reduce spread.
Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap and water are not available (with supervision for younger children).
Clean frequently touched surfaces.

According to the health department, to help prevent or reduce the spread of illness it is important for individuals who are sick to stay home and away from others until symptoms improve and until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. Visit this Attendance webpage for guidance on when your child should go to school.

🐻It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!🐻

Attending kindergarten provides children with an opportunity to learn and practice the essential social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, between January and April. Eligible children can also be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps us prepare and ensure we have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school.

Families should prepare for registration by gathering documents and completing forms on the FCPS kindergarten registration webpage. FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, visit the kindergarten registration webpage.

✨ A strong start is Goal 1 of the 2023-30 Strategic Plan.

😊Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School😊

The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-12 in March. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who do not have a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

☪️Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28☪️

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:

February 24, 2025, for February 28 and the week of March 3, 2025
March 3, 2025, for the week of March 10, 2025
March 10, 2025, for the week of March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025, for the week of March 24, 2025

Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week. If you have any questions, please reach out to Charita Eley at [email protected].

💚Read Across America Spirit Week💚 ---------------------------------------------------- Attention 5th and 6th grade families! Join the PTA today Show of your GBE pride 👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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GBE Happenings 02.12.25

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

Photos of the week 📷

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Yearbook📔

Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations🩺

FCPS Proposed Budget Progress📈

🔽Breaking down the Budget🔽

Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration 🗺️

Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools 🧲

Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change)🎉

Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit🎤

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

📷 Photos of the Week 📷

February 12- Crossing Guard Appreciation Day (CGAD) is a statewide event devoted to saying thank you to those who help students cross the street safely on their way to and from school. Learn more from VDOT.

🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Presidents Day holiday.

📔Yearbook📔

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

🩺Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on ImmunizationsAlma’s First Practice🩺

Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!

Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE.

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!

📈FCPS Proposed Budget Progress📈

The Fairfax County School Board discussed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at their work session on February 4. They discussed details regarding student enrollment and investments in students requiring additional support, market comparison data for surrounding school divisions, and an update on progress toward achieving the Baldrige Award for Performance Excellence. Baldrige is a framework used to assess and improve organizational performance across various sectors, including education.

The School Board also held a public hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget on Tuesday, February 4, where they invited the community to share their feedback on the budget.

On Tuesday, February 18, the Fairfax County executive will present the county’s Advertised Budget, and the Fairfax County School Board will hold a work session on the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget.

View FCPS’ Budget Development Calendar.

Breaking down the Budget

More than 85% of the budget is dedicated to instruction and reflects the needs of our community’s young people in response to the changing world around us. Budget priorities include providing competitive compensation for all employees, including a 7% salary increase for all staff. The majority of the budget increase is dedicated to that proposed 7% pay increase.

Our families want their children in high-quality schools with the best teachers who provide rigorous academic experiences. We must provide competitive compensation to attract and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students.

The proposed 7% salary increase would likely move FCPS to the highest starting salary for teachers with a master's degree among our neighboring counties and greatly improve our recruitment efforts amidst an ongoing teacher shortage.

Visit the Budget webpage for more information.

🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration🗺️

Countywide lottery registration for the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program for first graders in the 2025-26 school year is open through Thursday, February 13, at 4 p.m. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program through Thursday, March 6, at 4 p.m.

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

Interested parents/caregivers may attend an informational meeting at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program registration page for a list of meetings by language offered.

Get more details on the DLI Program webpage.

🧲Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools🧲

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts.

Registration for the 2025-26 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 4, through Friday, April 4. Learn more about the programs on the Elementary Magnet Schools page and information on the magnet lottery on our Registration page.

🎉Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change)🎉

FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.

The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community.

For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.

🎤Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit🎤

The 2025 FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, March 15, at South Lakes High School. Visit the Family Summit webpage for more information.

At the event, FCPS students are invited to showcase projects and advocacy efforts around inclusivity in schools. This is a great resume-building opportunity, and students can earn service hours as well. Students may share their work in a share-fair environment using posters, essays, videos, songs, or art. They will interact with attendees through conversations about their work, ideas, and efforts to foster inclusivity in school communities.

Students must use this Google Form to participate by Monday, February 17. A list of possible projects is also on the form. More information will be provided after the student’s submission is received. Please contact Manuel Gomez Portillo with any questions.

✨ Centering student voice is part of FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered.

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GBE S.T.E.A.M. Fest happens next week! Pre-order tickets and your dinner for the event!

Become a GBE PTA Member Did you know that your GBE PTA uses memberships to fundraise for events, programs and teacher appreciation? We avoid fundraisers that put stress on you and your family and choose to instead build together through a PTA membership.

PTA Meeting: February 13th Members and non members are welcome to join be part of the conversation on Events, Beautification and hear about the GBE Run Club 👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

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📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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GBE Happenings 02.05.25

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

Message from the Principal

Photos of the week 📷

Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation👩🏻‍🏫

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Yearbook📔

"The Pros and Cons of Peer Pressure" Resources🎙️

Proposed Budget Presented to School Board👩🏻‍🏫

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…🧸

Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards🏅

Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!🤝

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update 📍

Decluttering Coach Speaker at Chantilly HS🎤

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

Message from our Principal

Dear GBE Families,

Can you believe we are halfway through the school year? I am so proud of what we’ve accomplished in our first two quarters together. 2025 started with snow and cold! Our custodial team has done exceptional work preparing our building after the winter weather. We also had community members answer a call on Facebook to help our custodians on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day clean our sidewalks and parking lot. GBE demonstrates what is possible when a school community is committed to caring for each other and providing excellence for our students. No matter what successes or challenges come our way, we continue to remain stronger together. I witness the joy and dedication of each student, staff member, and family every day at GBE and it reminds me how lucky I am to serve you.

In a little over a month, I will reach my five year anniversary serving as your principal! What a journey it has been! Please take a moment to review 10 Reasons GBE Stands Out! I encourage families to share these stories featured on the link with extended family and new neighbors! These are such positive examples of what makes GBE an outstanding school. There are more exciting stories ahead to write together and I am looking forward to the future as we create an amazing place for our students to learn.

Our next big community event, STEAM Fest, is being led by our PTA on Thursday, February 20th from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm! You can pre-order tickets here. Pre-ordered tickets are $2 and tickets sold the day of the event will be $3. All proceeds will be donated to our STEAM program at GBE! Come celebrate and interact with amazing demonstrations, a giant planetarium, and learn more about our STEAM Program at GBE. The PTA will also have Chick fil-A on site for your dinner! We hope to see you there!

You may have noticed that we’ve added a translation bar to the top of this newsletter. Moving forward, we want to encourage our families to use this tool. Providing my letters in this newsletter in multiple languages has always been important to me. Over the years, we have been incredibly honored to hire new multilingual staff that have translated my letters in Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. I appreciate their contributions to ensure my messages are translated. As technology continues to evolve, providing translated communication for our families will remain a priority in our school community with 44 languages represented.

I’m looking forward to a great second half of the school year! As always, I am here for you and your family. Please reach out to my email at [email protected] anytime with any question or concern you may have. Thank you for being awesome and sending us such incredible children!

Sincerely,

Dave Pietzman, NBCT

Principal

📷 Photos of the Week 📷 👩🏻‍🏫Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation👩🏻‍🏫 🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!

February 3-7 is National School Counseling Week, and highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve academic success and planning for a career. School counselors work with students in a variety of different capacities, whether it is through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling.

We are so grateful to have amazing school counselors at GBE! Thank you to Ms. Loht and Ms. Shin for always being there for our students, staff, and families

Learn more about the role of school counselors in FCPS.

📔Yearbook📔

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

🎙️"The Pros and Cons of Peer Pressure" Resources🎙️

Dear GBE Family,

Missed or would like to refer back to our last Resource Center Workshop?

Attached are the "Pros and Cons of Peer Pressure" resources, presented by our counselor, Mrs. Loht, on January 30th, 2025.

Zoom Link: (Please save the passcode before you click here)

Passcode: 4$#sv&up&X

Due to interpretation accessibility, we are using "Japanese" for Arabic, "German" for Turkish "French" for Farsi and "Spanish" for Spanish.

We are also providing you with the presentation's google slides.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Wafika Albani

Greenbriar East ES Family Liaison

Cell: 571 294 4794

👩🏻‍🏫Proposed Budget Presented to School Board👩🏻‍🏫

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 23. Watch a video of the presentation.

As Dr. Reid noted in her January 24 letter to families, “The budget is fiscally responsible and invests in excellence — not just for FCPS, but for all of us in Fairfax County who want a strong community with successful young people, dedicated educators and support staff, and a thriving economy.”

The proposed budget reflects the needs of and FCPS’ commitments to Fairfax County students, families, and community members. It focuses on competitive compensation, including a 7.0% salary increase for all staff to recruit and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students; investing in students who require additional support; and continuing multiyear initiatives such as inclusive preschool and safety and security updates.

Learn more on the Budget webpage.

🧸Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…🧸

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for orientation. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Araceli Nunez, our school registrar.

💻 Try Online Registration

Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.

When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.

🏅Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards🏅

First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education.

Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.

Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.

🤝Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!🤝

Ombuds staff engage with FCPS employees, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.

Ombuds office staff members are available to help resolve disagreements between parents/caregivers and schools. They do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.

Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email [email protected], or visit their webpage, where you may Submit a Question.

📍Comprehensive Boundary Review Update📍

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

Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Language interpretation will be available.

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

🎤Decluttering Coach Speaker at Chantilly HS🎤 ----------------------------------------------------

Get your GBE S.T.E.A.M. Fest tickets 👀Look Ahead👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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GBE Happenings 01.29.25

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

Photos of the week 📷

Note from the Clinic👩🏻‍⚕️

Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation👩🏻‍🏫

GBE GREEN OUT DAY!!!💚

GBE Family Workshop January 30th at 10:00 AM✨

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Yearbook📔

Decluttering Coach Speaker at Chantilly HS🎤

FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits🏗️

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse⛔

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey 📵

Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families📈

Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration 🗺️

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update 📍

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Look Ahead 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

📷 Photos of the Week 📷 👩🏻‍⚕️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 also saw 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. 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.

Greenbriar East Clinic: 703-663-6410

Student Health Aide: Bujare Gashi-Brito - [email protected]

Public Health Nurse: Erica Meacham, RN - [email protected]

👩🏻‍🏫Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation👩🏻‍🏫 💚GBE GREEN OUT DAY!!!💚

January's SCA sponsored spirit day is a GREEN OUT! What does that mean? Show your school pride by wearing AS MUCH GREEN as you can! Pants, shoes, socks, hats, shirts, anything you have that's green! Let's GREEN OUT GBE!!!

✨GBE Family Workshop January 30th at 10:00 AM✨

GBE Family Resource Center is inviting you to an in-Person at Trailer 2, and Virtual Workshop to talk about "Peer Purser" presented by our School Counselor Mrs. Alison Loht.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/99598578059?pwd=SXZfDWCAFlObKzB3PEkVNnZpsCdafX.1

Meeting ID: 995 9857 8059
Passcode: 403981

Zoom does not have all interpretation languages included, so we are using "Japanese" for Arabic, "German" for Turkish, "French" for Farsi and Spanish for Spanish.

🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

Quarter Ends

Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter.

Please note, this is a full day of school, not an early release!

Quarter End, Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year falls at quarter end on Wednesday, January 29. The day will be a teacher work day and there will be no school for students.

See the complete school year calendar.

📔Yearbook📔

Families can now access www.barksdalephoto.com to place their yearbook order using the access code: 0037259YB

🎤Decluttering Coach Speaker at Chantilly HS🎤 🏗️FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits🏗️

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

View Fairfax County’s Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips.

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact our family liaison, Wafika Albani, through text at (571) 294-4794. You may also contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

⛔What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse⛔

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”

Get more information on opioid awareness.

📵SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey📵

All FCPS families and middle and high school students have received an invitation to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available through Monday, February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

📈Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families📈

This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year.

Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. They will be distributed by schools this month to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE.

The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our schools and staff are committed to working with families to support every student to succeed at their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.

🗺️Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration🗺️

Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program will open on Monday, January 13, 2025. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion program for the 2024-25 school year.

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

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

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and DLI Program Registration webpage.

📍Comprehensive Boundary Review Update📍

Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Language interpretation will be available.

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Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings ❄️

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities🧥

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon 📵

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost 📑

Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration 🗺️

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update 📍

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Looking Ahead: December 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

📷 Photos of the Week 📷 Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation 🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

National Mentoring Month

Imagine a world where young people feel empowered, encouraged, and understood. Mentors can make that world a reality by helping young people find and follow their passions, excel in school, and thrive wherever they are.Learn more about Mentoring Month.

Research has shown that young people with at least one trusted mentor are less likely to skip school, less likely to use illegal drugs or drink alcohol, and more prepared to enter college or the workforce. Yet one in three children lack a mentor.

All it takes is one person to serve as a trusted adult to help change a young person’s path in life. Mentors provide attention, support, and enrichment, and help connect their mentees to resources that may help them on their journey in life.

The FCPS MentorWorks program matches mentors with students in schools near where they live or work. They meet for at least 30 minutes a week. Learn more about how to become a mentor for an FCPS student. Contact Martha Macdonald, mentoring specialist, for additional information at [email protected].

Quarter Ends

Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter.

Please note, this is a full day of school, not an early release!

Quarter End, Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year falls at quarter end on Wednesday, January 29. The day will be a teacher work day and there will be no school for students.

See the complete school year calendar.

❄️Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings❄️

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions.

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

Be among the first to hear about weather delays and closings! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE. Emails and text messages are sent to parents and caregivers based on the addresses and cell phone numbers entered on this platform.

🧥 Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities🧥

View Fairfax County’s Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips.

📵SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon📵

All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

📑Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost📑

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

🗺️Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration🗺️

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

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and DLI Program Registration webpage.

📍Comprehensive Boundary Review Update📍

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

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

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Language interpretation will be available.

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

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Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings ❄️

Gradebook Available Until End-of-Quarter 🧑🏽‍🏫

Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy 📵

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost 📑

Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration 🗺️

Free Webinars and Events for Families 🖥️

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update 📍

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Looking Ahead: December 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

📷 Photos of the Week 📷 Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation 🗓️ Upcoming Holidays/Observances 🗓️

National Mentoring Month

Orthodox Epiphany

FCPS has designated Orthodox Epiphany as a religious and cultural observance day. There is school on these days, however specific events that cannot be made up will not be held on these observance days.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

Schools and offices will be CLOSED on Monday, January 20, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.

See the complete school year calendar.

❄️Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings❄️

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions.

🧑🏽‍🏫Gradebook Available Until End-of-Quarter🧑🏽‍🏫

Based on community feedback from the first quarter closure, FCPS revisited the scheduled dates for closing the Gradebook and Report Card modules in the SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps.

Moving forward, the app will close in alignment with the actual quarter-end dates. This change will allow students and families to view their assignments and grades until the last day of the quarter. Gradebook will be closed for the second quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to Tuesday, February 4, 6 a.m.

Access Your Child’s Grades Through SIS ParentVue - Learn how your ParentVUE account allows you to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.

📵Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy📵

Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office at (703) 633-6400 or reach us by email at [email protected].

📑Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost📑

🗺️Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration🗺️

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

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and DLI Program Registration webpage.

🖥️Free Webinars and Events for Families🖥️

In January, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

Upcoming Family Academy Events

You are an important part of your child's education! The FCPS Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. Browse Family Academy offerings.

📍Comprehensive Boundary Review Update📍

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

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

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

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Language interpretation will be available.

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📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

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⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

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🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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Fundraiser TODAY at Panda Express! GBE Steam Night Tickets on Sale! Acting Club is here! How to support GBE

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PTA Meeting Tonight

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

❄️ Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings ❄️

🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration 🗺️

🖥️ Free Webinars and Events for Families 🖥️

📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review Update 📍

GBE PTA News 🗞️

Looking Ahead: December 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

Photos of the Week PTA Meeting Tonight! Our PTA meeting goes virtual for the first time this school year. Join us at 6:30PM tonight!

This is a great chance to hop in and engage or just listen to all the

happenings at GBE.

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 873 4951 5093

Passcode: GBEPTA

Upcoming Holidays/Observances

National Mentoring Month

❄️Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings❄️

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions.

🗺️Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration🗺️

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

Get more information on the DLI Program webpage and DLI Program Registration webpage.

🖥️Free Webinars and Events for Families🖥️

In January, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

Upcoming Family Academy Events

📍Comprehensive Boundary Review Update📍

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

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

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

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

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.

Language interpretation will be available.

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📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

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⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

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🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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Winter Break

Helping our GBE Families :Deadline TODAY

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Welcoming Winter Break with December Spirit Week!!!❄️

Watch D.O.G.S

Parenting Tips for a Stress-Free and Joyful Holiday Season

GBE PTA

Looking Ahead: December 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

Photos of the Week Winter Break Helping our GBE Families- Deadline TODAY

GBE is collecting local grocery store and/or local department store gift cards (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) to help support GBE families in need.

Gift card donations can be turned into the GBE Main Office through Wednesday December 18th, TODAY. If gift card donations are sent to school via students, please put them in an envelope marked "Front Office".

Please reach out to Robyn L Rickerby, our GBE Social Worker, at [email protected] with any questions.

Thank you!

GBE está recolectando tarjetas de regalo de supermercados locales y/o grandes almacenes locales (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) para ayudar a las familias necesitadas de GBE.

Las donaciones con tarjetas de regalo se pueden entregar en la oficina principal de GBE hasta el miércoles 18 de diciembre, hoy. Si las donaciones de tarjetas de regalo se envían a la escuela a través de los estudiantes, colóquelas en un sobre marcado como "Recepción".

Comuníquese con Robyn L Rickerby, nuestra trabajadora social de GBE, en [email protected] si tiene alguna pregunta.

¡Gracias!

GBE 가족 지원

GBE는 도움이 필요한 GBE 가족을 지원하기 위해 지역 식료품점 기프트 카드를 (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) 수집하고 있습니다.

기프트 카드 기부는 오늘 12월 18일 수요일까지 GBE 본사로 전달될 수 있습니다. 학생을 통해 학교에 기프트 카드 기부금을 보낼 경우 "Front Office"라고 표시된 봉투에 넣어주세요.

궁금한 점이 있으면 GBE 사회복지사인 Robyn L Rickerby ([email protected] ) 에게 문의하세요.

감사합니다!

شكرًا لك! Upcoming Holidays/Observances

Winter Break (Student Holiday)

As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 23, to Friday, January 3. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year. Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.

See the complete school year calendar.

Christmas🎄- December 25th

A very Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the person who stands at the heart of the Christian tradition. It is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world, most commonly by the joyous giving of gifts.

Learn more about Christmas.

Chanukah - December 25th

Chanukah, an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25.

Learn more about Chanukah.

New Year's Day - January 1

🎉 Happy New Year, #FCPSFam! We look forward to seeing students and staff on Monday, January 6, 2025, when all FCPS schools and offices will reopen.

Three Kings Day/Epiphany - January 6

FCPS has designated Three Kings Day/Epiphany as a religious and cultural observance day. There is school on these days, however specific events that cannot be made up will not be held on these observance days.

Orthodox Christmas - January 7

FCPS has designated Orthodox Christmas as a religious and cultural observance day. There is school on these days, however specific events that cannot be made up will not be held on these observance days.

See the complete school year calendar.

Welcoming Winter Break with December Spirit Week!!! Watch D.O.G.S

Do your kids come home and ask you to be a Watch DOG?

Are you wondering what a Watch DOG does?

If you are a dad, grandpa, uncle and want to become a Watch DOG at GBE visit https://dadsofgreatstudents.com/ to learn more and then sign up to volunteer here https://signup.com/mobileweb/2.0/vspot.html?activitykey=12730516206#choose_event_page.

Email [email protected] for more info.

Parenting Tips for a Stress-Free and Joyful Holiday Season

Set Realistic Expectations

Avoid trying to make the holidays "perfect." Kids often remember the joy and traditions, not the little imperfections. Focus on creating happy moments together, even if plans change.

Maintain Routines When Possible

Kids thrive on structure, so try to stick to regular mealtimes, naps, and bedtimes to avoid crankiness and overstimulation.

Create Special Family Traditions

Establish simple, meaningful traditions like baking cookies, movie nights, crafting homemade decorations, or reading holiday stories. These shared moments strengthen family bonds.

Plan Downtime

The holidays can be overwhelming. Make time to relax together—whether that’s cuddling on the couch or enjoying quiet activities like puzzles or coloring.

Involve Your Kids

Let kids help with age-appropriate holiday tasks like decorating, wrapping presents, or cooking. It keeps them engaged and teaches teamwork and responsibility.

Teach Gratitude and Giving

The holidays are a great time to teach about generosity. Encourage children to give back—donate toys, create handmade cards for others, or volunteer as a family.

Manage Screen Time

While screens can be a helpful distraction during busy times, balance tech use with unplugged activities like outdoor play, games, or family conversations.

Budget-Friendly Celebrations

Set spending limits to reduce financial stress. Teach kids that holidays are about love and togetherness, not material gifts.

Help Kids Manage Excitement

Excitement can quickly turn into overstimulation. Use tools like countdown calendars, quiet breaks, or calming rituals to keep the holiday energy in check.

Be Present

Kids value your time and attention most. Put away distractions like phones during special moments and be fully present with your family.

Practice Self-Care

A calm, happy parent helps create a calm, happy household. Take time for yourself when needed, and don’t hesitate to delegate or ask for help.

Celebrate the Little Wins

Sometimes, just getting through the day with a smile is enough. Celebrate the small joys and victories of the season.

Here are some links for Family Activities

Family Academy

https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/resources-support-students-home

Activities

https://www.fcps.edu/snow-day-and-winter-break-activities-all-ages https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/8-winter-wonderland-family-activities

Family Resource Center

https://www.youtube.com/c/FCPSParentResourceCenter

Tutoring

https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/tutoring-options/online-tutoring-service

Library

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/

Parks and Walks

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/

Rec Pack

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec-pac

Community Centers

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/

County Events

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/events-meetings

Thank you for your leadership 😊

Sincerely,

Mrs. Wafika Albani

Greenbriar East ES Family Liaison

Cell: 571 294 4794

Consejos de crianza para una temporada festiva alegre y sin estrés

Establezca expectativas realistas

Evite tratar de hacer que las fiestas sean "perfectas". Los niños a menudo recuerdan la alegría y las tradiciones, no las pequeñas imperfecciones. Concéntrese en crear momentos felices juntos, incluso si los planes cambian.

Mantenga rutinas cuando sea posible

Los niños prosperan con la estructura, así que trate de cumplir con los horarios regulares de las comidas, las siestas y los horarios de acostarse para evitar el mal humor y la sobreestimulación.

Crea Tradiciones Familiares Especiales

Establezca tradiciones simples y significativas como hornear galletas, noches de cine, elaborar decoraciones caseras o leer cuentos navideños. Estos momentos compartidos fortalecen los lazos familiares.

Planifique el tiempo de inactividad

Las vacaciones pueden ser abrumadoras. Tómense un tiempo para relajarse juntos, ya sea acurrucándose en el sofá o disfrutando de actividades tranquilas como rompecabezas o colorear.

Involucre a sus hijos

Permita que los niños ayuden con las tareas navideñas apropiadas para su edad, como decorar, envolver regalos o cocinar. Los mantiene comprometidos y les enseña trabajo en equipo y responsabilidad.

Enseñar gratitud y dar

Las fiestas son un buen momento para enseñar sobre la generosidad. Anime a los niños a retribuir: donar juguetes, crear tarjetas hechas a mano para otros u ofrecerse como voluntarios en familia.

Administrar el tiempo de pantalla

Si bien las pantallas pueden ser una distracción útil durante las horas punta, equilibre el uso de la tecnología con actividades desconectadas como juegos al aire libre, juegos o conversaciones familiares.

Celebraciones económicas

Establezca límites de gasto para reducir el estrés financiero. Enséñeles a los niños que las fiestas tienen que ver con el amor y la unión, no con los regalos materiales.

Ayude a los niños a manejar la emoción

La excitación puede convertirse rápidamente en sobreestimulación. Use herramientas como calendarios de cuenta regresiva, descansos tranquilos o rituales relajantes para mantener la energía navideña bajo control.

Estar presente

Los niños valoran más su tiempo y atención. Deje a un lado las distracciones como los teléfonos durante los momentos especiales y esté completamente presente con su familia.

Practica el autocuidado

Un padre tranquilo y feliz ayuda a crear un hogar tranquilo y feliz. Tómate un tiempo para ti cuando sea necesario y no dudes en delegar.

Celebra las pequeñas victorias

A veces, basta con pasar el día con una sonrisa. Celebra las pequeñas alegrías y victorias de la temporada.

Aquí hay algunos enlaces para actividades familiares

Academia Familiar

https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/resources-support-students-home

Actividades

https://www.fcps.edu/snow-day-and-winter-break-activities-all-ages https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/8-winter-wonderland-family-activities

Centro de Recursos Familiares

https://www.youtube.com/c/FCPSParentResourceCenter

Tutoría

https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/tutoring-options/online-tutoring-service

Biblioteca

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/

Parques y Paseos

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/

Paquete Recreacionales

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec-pac

Centros Comunitarios

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/

Eventos del Condado

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/events-meetings

Gracias por su liderazgo 😊

Atentamente,

Mrs. Wafika Albani

Greenbriar East ES Enlace Familiar

Telefono: 571 294 4794

스트레스 없이 즐거운 홀리데이 시즌을 위한 육아 팁

현실적인 기대치 설정

연말연시를 "완벽하게" 만들려고 하지 마세요. 아이들은 작은 불완전함이 아니라 기쁨과 전통을 기억하는 경우가 많습니다. 계획이 바뀌더라도 함께 행복한 순간을 만드는 데 집중하세요.

가능할 때 루틴 유지

아이들은 구조적으로 잘 자라기 때문에 짜증과 과도한 자극을 피하기 위해 규칙적인 식사 시간, 낮잠, 잠자리 시간을 지키도록 하세요.

특별한 가족 전통 만들기

쿠키 굽기, 영화의 밤, 홈메이드 장식 만들기, 홀리데이 스토리 읽기 등 간단하고 의미 있는 전통을 확립하세요. 이러한 공유된 순간은 가족 간의 유대감을 강화합니다.

계획 다운타임

휴일은 벅찰 수 있습니다. 소파에서 껴안거나 퍼즐이나 색칠하기 같은 조용한 활동을 즐기면서 함께 휴식을 취할 수 있는 시간을 가지세요.

자녀 참여

아이들이 장식하기, 선물 포장하기, 요리하기 등 연령에 맞는 명절 업무를 도와줄 수 있습니다. 아이들의 참여를 유도하고 팀워크와 책임감을 가르쳐줍니다.

감사와 기부 가르치기

연말연시는 관대함에 대해 가르치기에 좋은 시기입니다. 아이들이 장난감을 기부하거나 다른 사람을 위한 수제 카드를 만들거나 가족 단위로 자원봉사를 하도록 장려하세요.

화면 시간 관리

바쁜 시간에는 화면이 유용한 방해 요소가 될 수 있지만, 야외 놀이, 게임, 가족 대화와 같은 언플러그드 활동과 기술 사용의 균형을 맞추세요.

예산 친화적인 축하 행사

재정적 스트레스를 줄이기 위해 지출 한도를 설정하세요. 아이들에게 명절은 물질적 선물이 아니라 사랑과 연대에 관한 것이라고 가르칩니다.

아이들이 흥분을 관리할 수 있도록 돕기

흥분은 빠르게 과도한 자극으로 변할 수 있습니다. 카운트다운 캘린더, 조용한 휴식 시간, 차분한 의식과 같은 도구를 사용하여 휴일의 에너지를 유지하세요.

참석하기

아이들은 여러분의 시간과 주의를 가장 소중히 여깁니다. 특별한 순간에는 휴대폰과 같은 방해 요소를 없애고 가족과 함께 온전히 지내세요.

자기 관리 실천

차분하고 행복한 부모는 차분하고 행복한 가정을 만드는 데 도움이 됩니다. 필요할 때 스스로 시간을 내어 위임하거나 도움을 요청하는 데 주저하지 마세요.

작은 승리를 축하합니다

때로는 미소로 하루를 보내는 것만으로도 충분할 때가 있습니다. 시즌의 작은 기쁨과 승리를 축하하세요.

다음은 가족 활동을 위한 몇 가지 링크입니다

패밀리 아카데미

https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/resources-support-students-home

활동

https://www.fcps.edu/snow-day-and-winter-break-activities-all-ages

https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/8-winter-wonderland-family-activities

가족 자원 센터

https://www.youtube.com/c/FCPSParentResourceCenter

과외

https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-academy/tutoring-options/online-tutoring-service

도서관

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/

공원과 산책로

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/

Rec Pack

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec-pac

커뮤니티 센터

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/

카운티 이벤트

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/events-meetings

리더십에 감사드립니다 😊

감사합니다,

Mrs. Wafika Albani

Greenbriar East ES 가족 연락

셀: 571 294 4794

نصائح للتربية خلال موسم العطلات لجعلها خالية من التوتر ومليئة بالفرح

تحديد التوقعات الواقعية تجنب محاولة جعل العطلات "مثالية". غالبًا ما يتذكر الأطفال الفرح والتقاليد، وليس العيوب الصغيرة. ركز على خلق لحظات سعيدة معًا، حتى لو تغيرت الخطط.

الحفاظ على الروتين قدر الإمكان الأطفال يزدهرون على الروتين، لذا حاول الالتزام بمواعيد الطعام المعتادة، وقيلولة، وأوقات النوم لتجنب التوتر والإرهاق.

إنشاء تقاليد عائلية خاصة ضع تقاليد بسيطة وذات معنى مثل خبز الكعك، ليالي الأفلام، صناعة الزينة اليدوية، أو قراءة قصص العطلات. هذه اللحظات المشتركة تقوي الروابط الأسرية.

التخطيط للراحة قد تكون العطلات مرهقة. خصص وقتًا للاسترخاء معًا، سواء كان ذلك بالاحتضان على الأريكة أو الاستمتاع بأنشطة هادئة مثل الألغاز أو التلوين.

اشرك أطفالك دع الأطفال يساعدون في المهام المتعلقة بالعطلات المناسبة لأعمارهم مثل التزيين، لف الهدايا، أو الطهي. هذا يبقيهم مشغولين ويعلمهم العمل الجماعي والمسؤولية.

تعليم الامتنان والعطاء العطلات هي وقت رائع لتعليم الأطفال عن الكرم. شجعهم على العطاء – مثل التبرع بالألعاب، أو صنع بطاقات يدوية للآخرين، أو التطوع كعائلة.

إدارة وقت الشاشة بينما يمكن أن تكون الشاشات وسيلة مفيدة للتسلية خلال الأوقات المزدحمة، حافظ على التوازن باستخدام الأنشطة غير الإلكترونية مثل اللعب في الهواء الطلق، أو الألعاب، أو المحادثات العائلية.

احتفالات بتكلفة منخفضة حدد حدودًا للإنفاق لتقليل التوتر المالي. علم الأطفال أن العطلات تتعلق بالحب والتقارب، وليس الهدايا المادية.

مساعدة الأطفال على إدارة الحماس قد يتحول الحماس بسرعة إلى إرهاق. استخدم أدوات مثل تقاويم العد التنازلي، أو فترات راحة هادئة، أو طقوس مهدئة للحفاظ على توازن الطاقة في العطلات.

كن حاضرًا يقدر الأطفال وقتك واهتمامك أكثر من أي شيء آخر. ضع الهواتف بعيدًا خلال اللحظات الخاصة وكن حاضرًا تمامًا مع عائلتك.

ممارسة العناية الذاتية الوالد الهادئ والسعيد يساعد في خلق منزل هادئ وسعيد. خصص وقتًا لنفسك عندما تحتاج، ولا تتردد في تفويض المهام أو طلب المساعدة.

الاحتفال بالانتصارات الصغيرة أحيانًا، مجرد تجاوز اليوم بابتسامة يكفي. احتفل بالفرح والانتصارات الصغيرة في موسم العطلات.

إليك بعض الروابط لأنشطة العائلة

أكاديمية العائلة: رابط
الأنشطة: رابط 1 رابط 2
مركز الموارد العائلية: رابط
الدروس الخصوصية: رابط
المكتبة: رابط
الحدائق والمشي: رابط
باك الأنشطة: رابط
مراكز المجتمع: رابط
فعاليات المقاطعة: رابط

شكرًا لقيادتك 😊

مع خالص التحية، السيدة وفاء الباني مستجيبة لخط الهاتف العربي منسقة الأسرة في مدرسة جرينبريار إيست الهاتف المحمول: 571 294 4794

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GBE Happenings 12.11.24

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

Photos of the week

Helping our GBE Families

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Welcoming Winter Break with December Spirit Week!!!❄️

Interested in Watch D.O.G.S?

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation

GBE PTA News and Notes🗞️

Looking Ahead: December 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

Photos of the Week Helping our GBE Families

GBE is collecting local grocery store and/or local department store gift cards (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) to help support GBE families in need.

Gift card donations can be turned into the GBE Main Office through Wednesday December 18th. If gift card donations are sent to school via students, please put them in an envelope marked "Front Office".

Please reach out to Robyn L Rickerby, our GBE Social Worker, at [email protected] with any questions.

Thank you!

Las donaciones con tarjetas de regalo se pueden entregar en la oficina principal de GBE hasta el miércoles 18 de diciembre. Si las donaciones de tarjetas de regalo se envían a la escuela a través de los estudiantes, colóquelas en un sobre marcado como "Recepción".

Comuníquese con Robyn L Rickerby, nuestra trabajadora social de GBE, en [email protected] si tiene alguna pregunta.

¡Gracias!

GBE 가족 지원

GBE는 도움이 필요한 GBE 가족을 지원하기 위해 지역 식료품점 기프트 카드를 (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) 수집하고 있습니다.

기프트 카드 기부금은 12월 18일 수요일까지 GBE 사무실 입금할 수 있습니다. 기프트 카드 기부금이 학생을 통해 학교로 발송되는 경우 "프론트 오피스"라고 표시된 봉투에 넣어주세요

궁금한 점이 있으면 GBE 사회복지사인 Robyn L Rickerby ([email protected] ) 에게 문의하세요.

감사합니다!

شكرًا لك! Upcoming Holidays/Observances

Winter Break (Student Holiday)

See the complete school year calendar.

Christmas🎄

Learn more about Christmas.

Chanukah

Learn more about Chanukah.

Welcoming Winter Break with December Spirit Week!!! Interested in learning more about the Watch DOGS program at GBE?

Attend a 30 min info session on Wednesday, December 11th at 7pm via zoom. The Watch DOGS (dads of great students) program brings males into our school to be a "hero of the hallway", assisting in arrivals, dismissal, lunch, recess, classrooms and specials. Join us on Wednesday to find out more. Sign up link and zoom invite below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094BAEAB2DA2FE3-53683795-watch

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85029393607?pwd=U8orrIDFf3wzQQwmxLLSzcLyOaxLxi.1

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online webinar will be presented jointly between Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax County Police Department, the Department of Justice, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children on December 13, 2024 from 10-11:30 a.m.

Flyers available in:

English, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, Urdu, Chinese, and Arabic.

Click here to register.

🗞️GBE PTA News and Notes🗞️

Click here to join today!

👀Looking Ahead: December👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/greenbriareast_fcps/?hl=en

📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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Attendance: 703-633-6464 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

GBE Happenings 12.04.24

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In this week's GBE Happenings...

GBE PTA News and Notes🗞️

Helping our GBE Families

Federal Impact Aid Survey🏛️: Due TODAY, Dec. 4th

Outstanding Employee Awards

Early Release Monday: MONDAY, Dec. 9th ❗

Photo Retake Day: TOMORROW, Dec. 5th 📷

Upcoming Holidays/Observances📆

Welcoming Winter Break with December Spirit Week!!!❄️

Looking Ahead: December 👀

In Case You Missed It 📁

Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

PickUp Patrol Reminders 🚗

🗞️GBE PTA News and Notes🗞️ Interested in learning more about the Watch DOGS program at GBE?

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094BAEAB2DA2FE3-53683795-watch

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85029393607?pwd=U8orrIDFf3wzQQwmxLLSzcLyOaxLxi.1

Helping our GBE Families

GBE is collecting local grocery store and/or local department store gift cards (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) to help support GBE families in need.

Please reach out to Robyn L Rickerby, our GBE Social Worker, at [email protected] with any questions.

Thank you!

Comuníquese con Robyn L Rickerby, nuestra trabajadora social de GBE, en [email protected] si tiene alguna pregunta.

¡Gracias!

GBE 가족 지원

GBE는 도움이 필요한 GBE 가족을 지원하기 위해 지역 식료품점 기프트 카드를 (Walmart, Target, Giant, Harris Teeter, Safeway, Wegmans, etc.) 수집하고 있습니다.

궁금한 점이 있으면 GBE 사회복지사인 Robyn L Rickerby ([email protected] ) 에게 문의하세요.

감사합니다!

شكرًا لك! Federal Impact Aid Survey

If you have not completed FEDERAL IMPACT AID SURVEY yet you will find a printed copy in your students’ Wednesday Folder. Please fill this out for each student in your household, whether your family is federally connected or not. FCPS asks for 100% participation in this survey. Please complete the survey even if you feel it does not apply to you by TODAY. If you prefer to complete the survey online please click here. If you have any questions feel free to contact Araceli Nunez [email protected] Thank you for your cooperation!

Outstanding Employee Awards Early Release Monday: MONDAY, Dec. 9th

Monday, December 9th is our third Early Release Monday. Students will be dismissed as they were for October's Early Release Monday. Any change in dismissal procedures REQUIRES principal approval by Wednesday, Dec. 4th. Please email Mr.Pietzman ([email protected]) or call the front office (703-633-6400) to make any dismissal changes.

Please keep in mind, if you are picking up your child early that day, cut off time is 12:30pm or pick up after dismissal at 1:30pm. No pickups between 12:30pm to 1:30pm.

Photo Retake Day:TOMORROW, December 5th

Missed our Fall Picture Day or want a retake?

We are doing retakes THIS THURSDAY, December 5th, 2024!

Any student wishing to have a retake should bring their original photo package to exchange for the retake image.

For families ordering a package, parents/guardians will receive a camera pass via email, after purchase is complete. This can be printed and brought to picture day. The photographer will photograph the printed camera pass along with the student. No worries, if you can't get it printed.

When pictures are returned to school, all students that purchased pictures will receive their prepaid package. Any student that was photographed but did not order a package, will receive a "Proof" of their picture that was taken on picture day. All proof packages offer parents a second opportunity to order prints.

Click here to pre-pay.

Upcoming Holidays/Observances

This year’s theme, “Every Voice Matters,” echoes the fundamental belief that every individual has a unique perspective and contributes to the rich tapestry of our school communities.

Throughout the week, we’ll honor the diverse backgrounds and experiences of students, educators, and families. From classroom activities to school and community events, we’ll highlight the importance of fostering inclusive environments where every voice is heard, valued, and respected.

Click here to see more information.

Welcoming Winter Break with December Spirit Week!!! 👀Looking Ahead: December👀 💻Social Media💻

Want to see more photos and videos of what’s going on at Greenbriar East?

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📁 In Case You Missed It 📁

Did you miss a GBE Happenings? Want to take a look at past weekly newsletters? Click this link.

⭐ Rocking Roadrunner ⭐

Do you want to celebrate a GBE employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

🚗PickUp Patrol Reminders🚗 Use PickUp Patrol to report absences In emergencies, email or call the front office

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Attendance: 703-633-6464 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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