Weekly Wave: December 20, 2024

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Principals' Message

Dear Dolphin Families,

As we approach the winter break, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared so far this school year. This time of year is often filled with joy, anticipation, and celebration, but it can also bring moments of stress and reflection. No matter what this season holds for you and your family, please know that we are here to support you and your children.

Key Reminders:

  • Winter Break Dates: Monday, December 23, 2024 - Sunday, January 5, 2025 – School will resume on Monday, January 6, 2024.
  • Lost and Found: Be sure to check the Lost and Found for any missing items once back from break. Many things get left before long breaks. Lost and Found will remain open our first week back. All items left after January 10, 2025 will be donated. 
  • Attendance Matters: Let's all finish the semester strong! The new year brings the opportunity to reset. Let's continue to work toward our goal to bring our chronic absenteeism rate to 10%. Currently we stand at 14%, which is 6% down from this time last year! Bravo!
  • Communication with School Staff- Our staff will also be on break. This includes our instructional assistants, teachers, counselors, clinicians, etc. They will be unable to respond to communication until they return on January 6th. 

Spreading Peace, Love, and Joy

We encourage everyone to take time to rest, recharge, and cherish moments with loved ones. Let’s celebrate the kindness, resilience, and sense of community that make Lake Anne such a special place.

From our hearts to yours, we wish you a safe, peaceful, and joy-filled holiday season. Thank you for trusting us with the privilege of guiding and nurturing your students. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year, ready to continue growing and learning together.

See you in 2025!

Mrs. Jill D. Stewart, Principal

Ms. Melanie N. Porter, Assistant Principal

Calendar Reminders

❄️December & January Calendar Reminders

December

23-January 5- Winter Break

25- Chanukah, Christmas

 

January

1 - New Year’s Day (Holiday)

6 - Three Kings Day/Epiphany (O Day)

January- 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 mmacdonald@fcps.edu.  

2024-25 Lake Anne Elementary School Events Calendar

2024-25 FCPS Standard School Calendar