In Dr. Noonan's Road to Reopening this week, the division's thoughts on 'Podding,' transitioning plans for Student Technology in preparation for the new year, and plus important legal residency and immunization reminders.
In this week's Road to Reopening, Dr. Noonan shares context and data points pushing FCCPS to pivot to an all-virtual start to the 2020-21 school year. Plus, LOTS of information on what you can expect when school opens August 24th.
The Falls Church School Board unanimously approved an all-virtual start to the 2020-21 School Year on the recommendation of Superintendent Peter Noonan. Last night, Dr, Noonan outlined what has changed, and the discussed the Risks vs Benefits. MORE: bit.ly/fccpsreopen722
Dr Noonan announced to teachers, staff and families this morning that he will recommend the School Board adopt a fully virtual start to the FCCPS 2020-21 school year at its Special Meeting tomorrow night at 7pm. More: https://bit.ly/fccpsreopen722
FCCPS Public Meeting Notice
School Board Members: Greg Anderson, Susan Dimock, Laura Downs, Shannon Litton, Phil Reitinger, Shawna Russell, Lawrence Webb
Electronic School Board Regular Meeting
Topic: Reopening School 2020-21
Thursday, July 23 at 7:00 PM
Public Comment: While the state of emergency remains in effect due to COVID-19, written statements may be submitted to the Clerk for dissemination to Board members. Public Comments will be read into the record for a period of 30 minutes, or until all submitted comments are read, whichever comes first; and in accordance with School Board Bylaw 2.30 the time for each speaker is limited to three minutes. Please send written statements to School Board Clerk Marty Gadell at gadellm@fccps.org. Public Comments received by 10:00 AM on the day of the meeting will be posted on Board Docs prior to the meeting.
Webstream: wwwYouTube.com/fccpsorg
FCCPS Public Meeting Notice
School Board Members: Greg Anderson, Susan Dimock, Laura Downs, Shannon Litton, Phil Reitinger, Shawna Russell, Lawrence Webb
Electronic School Board Work Session
Tuesday, July 14 at 7:00 PM
Public Comment: While the state of emergency remains in effect due to COVID-19, written statements may be submitted to the Clerk for dissemination to Board members. Public Comments will be read into the record for a period of 30 minutes, or until all submitted comments are read, whichever comes first; and in accordance with School Board Bylaw 2.30 the time for each speaker is limited to three minutes. Please send written statements to School Board Clerk Marty Gadell at gadellm@fccps.org. Public Comments received by 10:00 AM on the day of the meeting will be posted on Board Docs prior to the meeting.
Webstream: www.YouTube.com/fccpsorg
Dr Noonan's Road to Reopening edition #2 focuses on the Secondary (Henderson & GMHS) Hybrid Schedule for the fall. Primary schedule will come next week. Plus preliminary parent survey information. Deadline for Parent Surveys is July 10th! Happy 4th
The Falls Church School Board is moving forward with a process to determine whether George Mason High and Thomas Jefferson Elementary schools should be renamed. A consensus was reached during its meeting last night. Watch the discussion: https://youtu.be/GUY7JGnupn4?t=10241
The Falls Church School Board is meeting in Electronic Work Session. Watch LIVE: www.YouTube.com/fccpsorg
With the restrictions of VA's Phase 3 reopening guidelines preventing a full return to school, and with the recommendations of state/local health officials, Superintendent Noonan today announced FCCPS' Reopening Plan for an August 24th start. More: https://bit.ly/fccpsreopen
FCCPS Public Meeting Notice
School Board Members: Greg Anderson, Susan Dimock, Laura Downs, Shannon Litton, Phil Reitinger, Shawna Russell, Lawrence Webb
Electronic School Board Work Session
Tuesday, June 30 at 6:00 PM
Public Comment: Send emails to gadellm@fccps.org, comments received before 5:00 p.m. will be read at the meeting.
Webstream: www.YouTube.com/fccpsorg
The FCCPS Summer Parent Support Series continues tonight: Emotional Wellbeing During COVID 19 - Presented by Northern Virginia Family Service (This is a Special Session for FCCPS Parents). Tonight, June 25th @ 7pm. Join us on ZOOM- https://zoom.us/j/94699274917
It's been a LONG time coming! FCCPS playgrounds and the GMHS Track reopen to the public TOMORROW, June 19th! For now, the GM field will remain closed. PLEASE practice social distancing, hand sanitizing, and other methods of protecting yourself so we can keep them open! Have fun!
FCCPS Public Meeting Notice School Board Members: Greg Anderson, Susan Dimock, Laura Downs, Shannon Litton, Phil Reitinger, Shawna Russell, Lawrence Webb Electronic School Board Work Session and Meeting Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM Webstream: www.YouTube.com/fccpsorg Public Comment: Send to gadellm@fccps.org
Ms. Hoffman will be leading virtual mindfulness sessions starting tomorrow, Tuesday for seven weeks. Send Ms. Hoffman an email or a Schoology message in order to be added to the mindfulness Schoology group. Sessions will be at 11:00 AM for 45 minutes,
Please read Principal Hills' latest newsletter, https://www.smore.com/vr70k. Have a great summer!
FCCPS Public Meeting Notice
School Board Members: Greg Anderson, Susan Dimock, Laura Downs, Shannon Litton, Phil Reitinger, Shawna Russell, Lawrence Webb
Electronic School Board Work Session and Meeting
Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM
Webstream: www.YouTube.com/fccpsorg
Public Comment: Send to mgadell@fccps.org
We are just 3 hours away from the most unique and festive George Mason High Graduation Day Celebration! Wait till you see how the Seniors 'Ring the Bell'! 7:00 pm @FCCTV
Cox Channel 11, RCN Channel 2, and Verizon Channel 35, and around the world on http://YouTube.com/fccpsorg!
It's a Senior Celebration!
Join us to celebrate the Class of 2020 in the Graduation Parade today at 5:00 PM! While socially distancing, line both sides of Park Avenue between St. James Church and City Hall and cheer on the Mustangs.
Then at 7:00 PM, watch the Graduation Video on FCCTV and on the FCCPS YouTube channel.
