Poe Family Newsletter February 2, 2026

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RAVEN REPORT

I hope you all enjoyed another week off and were able to stay warm and safe. Our custodians worked hard last week making sure that our sidewalks were clear and safe for staff and students. Thank you to our custodial team! Please be safe coming in and stay tuned for updates on our schedule as it continues to evolve!

Follow us on Social Media: To see the latest from Poe MS follow us on Instagram at @poeravensfcps!

Important Dates

2/4: Course selection in RT (depending on schedule for the day)

2-5: End of quarter 2 (update from last week)

2/6: Lockdown Drill in advisory class

2/10: WIDA Testing (different bell schedule)

2/11: WIDA Testing (different bell schedule)

2/11: Parent Advisory Meeting 5:00-6:00pm Library

2/16: Presidents Day- No School

2/17: Teacher Workday - No School for students

2/19: WIDA Testing (different schedule)

2/20: WIDA Testing (different schedule)

2/20: Parent Coffee 9:00-10:00 Raven’s Nest

2/23: Student Experience Survey in advisory

Raving Ravens

FRED Cards: Here’s what people are saying about our amazing staff. Below are some of the highlights from the recent FRED Cards that were submitted. The person’s name is who is being highlighted followed by what was said about them by a colleague. I will continue to highlight them in each Raven Report so keep them coming!

Brian Weinshenker:”Just wanted to say thank you for all of our chats this year. Your encouragement & support has been an invaluable asset to me this year.”
Tracey Copley: “I am grateful to work alongside you; you make collaborating a joy and make the classroom a better place for everyone. I am lucky to have a partner like you.”
Kayla McCleaf:”Thank you for all your guidance this year. As a new comer you've helped me get a grasp of all the things and your kindness speaks volumes. I appreciate our collaboration throughout the year and it's a pleasure teaching with you!”

Activities

Mason District Health Fair: This is scheduled for Saturday, February 7th, from 10am-12pm at the James Lee Community Center. We are partnering with a variety of community groups, organizations, and county departments to provide valuable health-related information, services, and resources for our community.

Services will include, but are not limited to:

Vaccine appointment registration and information
Medicaid enrollment assistance
Hearing and vision screenings
Substance abuse prevention training and resources
Child development screenings and information
Breast cancer awareness information
HIV screening and prevention information
Information on the importance of healthy eating

Summer Camps at Annandale HS: Registration has opened for Summer Camps at Annandale High School this summer. For those who sign up in January they will be offered the Early Bird Rate of $120 to the Olympics Camp. The Early Bird offer only applies to Olympics camp. Register Here for summer camps:

https://bit.ly/AHSCAMP26

Olympics Camp - Rising 2nd-9th Graders - June 22-26th 8:30am-3pm ($150): Campers will have fun playing a variety of sports including basketball, kickball, volleyball, soccer, and touch football. They will participate in fun contests and win medals! Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. For questions about Olympics Camp, please reach out to Christopher Bagot.

Boys & Girls Basketball - Rising 3rd-9th Graders - July 20-24th 9am-3pm ($250): Campers will spend each day focused on developing their basketball skills. They will also receive a t-shirt and a chance to win trophies. Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. Hours are 9am to 3pm. We accept early pickups at 8am. For questions about Basketball Camp please reach out to Jerome McAvoy and Chelsea Harrison

Baseball Skills Camp- Aug 10-14 5pm-7pm ($100, or $25 a day)

This camp is designed for 3rd - 9th graders and will be held on the baseball field at Annandale High. Focus will be on preparation for fall season and overall skill development. Camp will be conducted by Annandale High School Coaches and current college baseball players. Camp will run from 5pm-7pm. Question reach out to head baseball coach and camp director Kevin Rudd.

Important Information

WIDA Testing Schedule: Students who are participating in WIDA testing will be testing on 2/10, 2/11, 2/19, and 2/20. On those days we will run a 2-hour delay schedule but without an actual delay. This will allow students who are testing in the morning an opportunity to test without missing any instruction. Students who are not testing will report to another location and have an opportunity to make up work, extension activities, or independent activities. If you have any questions please reach out to Elizabeth Edwards for any questions.

Student Experience Survey: Students will be taking a student experience survey on 2/23 in their advisory class. This is the first time this survey is going out to students in FCPS and it is an opportunity for them to share their feedback. If your student does not want to participate, please reach out to Tyler Miller.

More News and Updates on-the-Go With the FCPS App Gone are the days of digging through emails or hunting for bookmarks. The FCPS app provides a custom experience that is both powerful and easy to use. Here’s how it makes life easier:

Customized for Your Family:Do you have students at two (or more!) schools? You can "follow" multiple schools to get a feed of news, notices, and events.
No Sign-In Required:Access essential content like district-wide announcements, live updates, and school calendars instantly. There’s no password to remember, and no login is required.
Real-Time Notifications:Get push notifications for urgent updates including weather announcements.
Everything in One Place:From bell schedules and staff directories to athletic event locations and school menus, the app is a central hub for all things FCPS.

To ensure every family stays informed, the app supports automatic translation for more than 100 languages. Learn more about the app or download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Stay in the know! Get those important FCPS alerts about winter weather and school closures by downloading the new FCPS mobile app. No account or sign-in required. Just download and go!

Plus, everything is in one place:

- Get FCPS news

- Check calendars for events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals

- See what’s for lunch and breakfast

- Quickly call or email school staff

- Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and our school website

Download by searching “FCPS” in the App Store or Google Play. Find out more at www.fcps.edu/app.

Prepare for Winter Weather: Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS.

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, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities: We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call 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.

Winter Resources for Families: A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter weather. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!: We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during snow or inclement weather days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.