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RAVEN REPORT
It was great having all of our students back at school last week. Everyone seemed rested and ready to be back at school. Students are beginning to learn about the academic advising process so they can prepare for their classes for next year. This process will officially begin in the next couple of weeks and will be through students’ advisory classes. More information is provided below on this process depending on your student’s current grade level. As we get closer to the end of the semester, please remind students to turn in any missing work and to connect with their teachers about any work they’d like to make up. I wish everyone an amazing week!
Follow us on Social Media: To see the latest from Poe MS follow us on Instagram at @poeravensfcps!
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Important Dates |
1/14: Parent Advisory 5:00-6:00 Library
1/16: Parent Coffee 9:30-10:30 Ravens Nest
1/19: Holiday No School
1/22: Curriculum Night 5:30-7:30
1/23: Academic Advising Begins (different bell schedule see below)
1/28: 2-hour early release, End of Quarter 2
1/29 & 1/30 No school for students
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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!
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Jamie Lovett: “Hi! Thank you for being so friendly to students! So many students tell me how they enjoy connecting with you! Today, when a student was in the hall, you welcomed her so she wouldn't wander. Later, I enjoyed talking through the Humpty Dumpty nursery rhyme with you and a different student. :)”
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John Kang: “Dear John, Thank you for investing so much into your students. You care deeply about making a difference and about their math skills. After school, even with a different group, the math Olympiad group, you share your passion for math. You are doing good work at Poe!”
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Andrea Carcamo: “Thank you so much for coming to the winter chorus concert on Wednesday night. Our students love to see their teachers supporting them! So special! I know we have long days and you still made the time! Thank you!”
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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.
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Important Information |
Middle of the Year Survey: We’d love to hear your feedback on how this year has been going for you and your student here at Poe MS. Please take a few minutes and share your thoughts with us by filling out this form.
Rising 9th Grade Visit to Annandale HS: Annandale HS will be hosting its rising 9th grade open house on Wednesday January 14 from 6:00-8:00. The goal is for students and parents to leave this event excited about all the opportunities you will have as an Annandale Atom and prepared to complete your course request form when your student meets with their middle school counselor. Breakout Sessions on the following topics will be offered throughout the evening: Welcome to Annandale, Course Request 101; IB/MYP Program; Activities and Athletics; English for Speakers of Other Languages Program; Special Education Office, and Student Life.
The transition from middle to high school can be difficult and stressful for some students. However, Annandale High School takes tremendous pride in ensuring the transition is as smooth as possible. If you have specific questions that you would like to be addressed during this event, please submit your questions via this Google Form by Monday, January 6. Thank you in advance for your input and assisting us in making this event a success!
Curriculum Night-January 22 5:30-7:30:
   
Superintendent Presents Recommendation for Boundary Changes: Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid recommended proposed boundary changes to the School Board at its January 8 board meeting. Meeting materials include:
The School Board will hold a public hearing on the Proposed FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) on Tuesday, January 13, at 6 p.m., in the Jackson Middle School auditorium. Speakers may address the FY 2027 CIP or the proposed school boundary adjustments. If you would like to testify regarding the proposed school boundary adjustments, you may arrive 45 minutes before the hearing begins (5:15 p.m.) to sign up to speak in person. You will be placed at the end of the speaker queue.
The School Board will vote on the superintendent’s recommendation for boundary changes and implementation on Thursday, January 22. Learn more about the comprehensive boundary review.
Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs: Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. 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.
Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs.
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