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Welcome to Great Falls Elementary School
Class of 2027!
2020-2021 Kindergarten OrientationSlideshow
INTRODUCTIONS
Great Falls Elementary School Staff
Our staff creates a collaborative culture that is committed to providing an outstanding educational environment. Our teachers and support staff work together to provide a
positive, supportive, and caring atmosphere. We work together as a team to foster our 21st century learners and assure that every child reaches their potential.
Great Falls Elementary School is part of Region 1 and the Langley High Pyramid
Principal, Mrs. Sara Harper Assistant Principal, Dr. Christopher Litz
ADMINISTRATION
Due to the COVID-19 health crisis, all FCPS schools and offices are closed through the end of this academic school year. Our current students continue to engage in their academics through various learning resources and virtual activities.
At this point in time we do not have a date staff will be returning to school, however, processes are in place for parents to register their child(ren) at GFES for the upcoming school year. Please see our school website for online forms!
We would like to offer parents unfamiliar with our school an opportunity to learn about Great Falls Elementary and to address some of the questions parents/guardians may have about our school and the student registration process.
REGISTRATION BASICSChildren who reach their 5th birthday on or before September 30 of school year are eligible
for kindergarten enrollment. Children must be living with a parent and residing in Fairfax
County. School assignment is determined by residence address. Enter your street address in
the FCPS boundary locator to confirm Great Falls Elementary is the school your student
should attend.
Our GFES kindergarten registration enrollment site is located here: https://greatfallses.fcps.edu/new-student-registration-2020-21
The following are documents required to register:
• Proof of Residence (original document) • Child’s Birth Certificate (original document) • Drivers License or Passport of enrolling parent• FCPS Registration Forms• GFES Student Information Form
Emergency Care Information formIt is important to keep all parent contact information
updated with changes or new home phone/cell phone
numbers and email.
Local
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OTHER CONTACT INFORMATION:
Parents/guardians will be called first. If we are
unable to contact the parent or guardian, we will call
the individuals listed under the ‘Other Contact
Information.’ Only those listed on this form will be
permitted to pick your child up from school. List
local residents only.
A copy of your child’s Emergency Care form is given to our School Health Aide. If your child becomes sick or needs medical attention during the school day, he/she will be cared for by our School Health Aide.
Role of the School Health Aide – NOT a nurse, but trained to provide basic first aid and take care of health issues—present during regular school hours.
The Health Aide is supported by a Public Health Nurse (PHN) The PHN will review your child’s Health Care form before school begins and contact you to discuss any medical issues.
School Health Aides and Public Health Nurses are Health Department employees.
Health Room
Transportation to and from SchoolFCPS School Bus
FCPS bus transportation is provided for children who live within our school boundaries.
• Routes are decided by the Office of Transportation based on residency
• Notification of assigned bus # and bus stop will be received before the start of school. Student picked up at stop closest to his/her home
• Kindergarten students escorted to their assigned bus by teachers/safety patrols prior to dismissal of other students
• Kindergarten students sit in front section of school bus
• A parent, designated adult, or sibling in middle school or older, must be present at the assigned bus stop to receive the kindergartner
Riding the school bus helps to build sense of independence
Safety First! Kindergarten students are identified
by colored tape on backpack shoulder
KISS & RIDE
Private transportation. There is a dedicated drop off and pick up location.
• Students escorted to the cafeteria by IA
• Parents remain in the car. Meet student at door #4
• Students last name clearly noted on front windshield
• We encourage our families to take advantage of FCPS school bus transportation
SACC
is a Fairfax County Office for Children program for elementary school age children whose parents are working, attending school, or disabled. Early morning and after school child care is available.
• Students will be met at the classroom at dismissal, and escorted to the SACC room by a SACC employee.
• For SACC information and registration, click here or call the SACC registration office: 703-449-8989.
• A student transportation card will be provided by GFES in the Open House packet. Information provided will let teacher know how your child will be going home.
A Typical Day in Kindergarten
Classroom Schedule
8:50-9:00 School starts, Attendance
9:00-10:30 Literacy Block/ Daily Five
10:30-10:50 Recess
10:50-11:20 Lunch/ Bathroom
11:30-11:50 Quiet Time
12:00 – 1:00 Math
1:00-1:20 Recess
1:30 – 2:15 Writing Workshop
2:15-2:45 Specials: P.E./ Music /Art/ Library
2:45-3:30 Snack/Science /Social Studies
3:35 School is Dismissed
This is what a typical day in a
classroom looks like.
The School Day Begins
Morning Meeting
Pledge of Allegiance and Morning News Show
Curriculum• The kindergarten curriculum is based on the instructional
framework that allows for differentiated instruction. This is to foster independence in literacy skills.
• The teacher works with small groups for guided reading instruction.
• Students are actively engaged in one of the five components: Read to Self, Word Work, Work on Writing, Read to Someone, Small Group for Guided Reading
• To explore the Kindergarten curriculum further please visit FCPS Kindergarten Information page
Read to Self
Word Work
Work on Writing
Read to Someone
Whew! We worked hard, it’s time for lunch!
Students may bring their own lunch
or
Purchase a lunch in the cafeteria
o Parents can open an account for their
student to purchase lunch online: My
School Bucks
o Cash
o Check
Menus and purchasing details are
located here and will be sent home at
beginning of school year.Recess
Mindfulness
It’s Math TimeProblem solving is integrated throughout the
content strands. Develop the concept of number by
counting; combining, sorting, and comparing sets of
objects; recognizing, describing, and creating
simple repeating patterns; and recognizing shapes
and sizes of figures and objects. Students will
investigate measurement through direct
comparisons, collect data, and create graphs.
Reading and Writing Workshop
Children learn about reading and writing from hearing stories read aloud; seeing others read and write; reading and writing with the teacher; and having opportunities to interact with books, writing materials, and other forms of print.
SpecialsMusic, Art, Library
Health and Physical Education
Art: Students begin to develop skills working with a variety of art materials and tools. They are introduced to recognized artists and artwork.
Library curriculum includes objectives that support the development of students' skills in inquiry, problem-solving, and literacy development.
Health: Students learn to understand how to make good decisions about simple health issues, to respect others, follow school safety rules, and be responsible.
P.E.: Students learn the skills necessary for performing a variety of physical activities and understand the benefits of achieving and maintaining a physically active lifestyle.
Music builds basic music skills, engaging in vocal exploration and singing a variety of songs.
Science and Technology
Technology in the classroom and tech lab provides
opportunities to think critically, communicate
effectively, collaborate with others, create original
works, develop innovative products, and evaluate
and select information sources and digital tools.
Science time provides students the ability to think
and perform like a scientist. They are designed to
encourage children to investigate the nature of the
world around them through participation in
scientific investigations and develop ways to be
environmental stewards.
Social StudiesAn introduction to selected
Americans in history whose lives
demonstrated patriotism, courage,
and kindness. During their first year
in school, students learn basic
concepts related to history,
patriotism, national symbols, good
citizenship, geographic location,
economics, and the importance of
following rules and respecting the
rights and property of other people.
Special Visitors Field TripsReading Buddies
Classroom Activities and Celebrations
KINDERGARTEN STUDENT SUPPLIES
Will be listed on GFES website prior to the start of school
CLASSROOM PLACEMENT
Parents will be notified of Classroom Teacher assignment prior to the start of school via ParentVue.
COMMUNICATION
• Weekly Teacher and School Communicator Envelope sent home in backpack
• School Website
• SIS Parent Account provides up to date parent and guardian access to their child’s student
information, including attendance, report cards, class schedules, gradebook, course history, discipline,
health, and school information
• ENotify FCPS Text Messaging for Parents: when our school or district office needs to notify you in
an emergency, attendance, and essential communications related to your student(s) education.
• News You Choose Message: email subscription service to communicate GFES newsletters, events,
news updates, etc.
• Social Media: Facebook and Twitter (@Gr8FallsES)
Is my child ready?
• Consider social, emotional, behavioral, academic and
physical factors
• Consider kindergarten expectations
• Consider preschool teacher assessments and
recommendations
• When in doubt, ask us!
What can I do to prepare them?
• Read to your child every day
• Discuss books, ask questions, make connections and
predictions together, reflect and summarize text
• Help your child practice opening containers, writing their
name, zipping, buttoning, hygiene
*Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic, the following information/dates are tentative and may change.
SCHOOL HOURS: Monday–Friday: 8:50 a.m. – 3:35 p.m. May change for new school year. Decided by the Office of Transportation
2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR: FCPS 20-21 School Calendar
o FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL- Tentative: *Tuesday, August 26, 2019
o New Family Playdate- *Wednesday, August 21st, 9:30-10:30 a.m. A meet and greet on our school playground, sponsored by our PTA
o OPEN HOUSE- *Thursday, August 22nd, 9:30-10:30 a.m. This is an opportunity for our students to find their assigned classroom, meet their teacher and classmates. School supplies can be brought to classroom this day. Students will receive a packet with information to start the school year
o BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT- Dates to be determined. Parent/Guardian will meet as group with their child’s teacher to discuss grade level curriculum, class guidelines, procedures, and expectations
PTA
Advocate, enrich and strengthen! The Great Falls Elementary School (GFES) PTA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN #541149142) consisting of parents, teachers and administrators all partnering with a common vision of building the best school possible. Our primary objective is to enrich our children’s educational experience by providing the school with programming and resources that our children otherwise would not receive through tax dollars.
Join PTA & Support Roadrunner Giving Campaign
Visit our New Family page on PTA Website: gfespta.com
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Events & Community Outreach Programs Managed by PTA
• Most importantly you become an ADVOCATE for our children!
2020-2021 President, Sue Kimpresident@gfespta.com
Art Enrichment
School Spirit Wear
Skate Night
Community Outreach
PAPERWORK COMPLETED AND READY TO REGISTER?
• Scan all registration forms and documentation to our GFES school registrar,
Abeer El Gharib: amelgharib@fcps.edu Mrs. El Gharib will verify your
documents and contact you with confirmation of receipt. Keep all the
signed forms and original documents. All original forms and documents
will need to be turned in to Mrs. El Gharib when school opens. Please
understand your child’s enrollment will not be complete until all original
documentation is received and verified.
• This will be the enrollment process for all students until school resumes.
• Please remember to complete this form to help us get to know your child as
we place students into class groupings for next year!
Contact information
Principal, Sara Harper: skharper@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal, Chris Litz: cblitz@fcps.edu
Registrar, Abeer El Gharib: amelgharib@fcps.edu
Special Education questions: kacampion@fcps.edu
Questions?
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