Lower School Newsletter - January 19, 2022
Message From Division Director
I am so excited to host Grade Level Welcome Back Meetings in the Olson Theater that will begin on Thursday, January 20, from 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. Many of you have not had the chance to connect in person with Megan Dhar and me (aside from virtual events and carpools) to establish the relationships we take pride in nurturing during the school year. Each meeting will be a thoughtful and intentional opportunity to welcome you into the building and show how much we have missed your presence.
We understand the importance of implementing safety measures, so this will not be a division-wide event that we have had in the past but rather grade-level events. The meetings will be held in the 300-seat Olson Theater, so parents can safely spread out. Please enter through the Activity Center, Door #4, where our security team will check you in and provide you with a name tag. Parents must be properly masked at all times while in the building. At the end of your meeting, we ask that you wait until your seated row is called before exiting the building. We invite you to reconnect with other parents, within your child’s grade level, outside.
Thursday, January 20: Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten
Friday, January 21: Grades 1 and 2
Monday, January: 24: Grades 3 and 4
Wednesday, January 26: Grade 5
Thursday, January 27: Grade 6
Welcome back, and we hope that you join us!
Robyn M. Nichols
Interim Director of the Lower School
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Dressing for Cold Weather
In cold weather, a hat, gloves and a winter-weight coat are required attire to go outside. Barring a medical condition, all children will participate in outdoor recesses. If wind chill conditions cause temperatures to feel 20 degrees or less, students will remain inside for recess. Children who do not have the required outerwear will not be allowed to go outside. It would be appreciated if parents could ensure that their child/children have the appropriate clothing for break and recess.
FRIENDly REMINDERS
- Refer a Husky and the Admission team will reach out to them.
MAKING THE LEARNING VISIBLE
uring our week of remote learning, kindergarten students explored the concept of non-standard units of measurement. The assignment was to find one object in their houses that could be used as a non-standard unit to measure. Students also hunted for three items that were longer than the object and three items that were shorter than it.
Then they were asked to use their standard unit of choice to measure all the items and record them. This activity reinforced the concepts studied prior to the break and encouraged kindergarten students to apply their knowledge and analytical thinking, using the appropriate vocabulary, when they documented their steps on Seesaw.
Each homeroom dedicated time during Morning meetings and throughout the day to integrate activities to reinforce their classroom community and focus on students' social/emotional wellness. Students in 1A took turns sharing what they wanted to grow up to be famous for. Creative and thoughtful responses ranged from a magician to an astronaut to a rockstar.
Upcoming Events
To help protect the integrity and privacy of virtual events, we have placed all the links to Google Meet virtual events in Husky Hub via the All-School Calendar.
Grade Level Welcome Back Meetings
8:15-9:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 20: Grades Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten
Friday, January 21: Grades 1 and 2
Monday, January 24: Grades 3 and 4
Wednesday, January 26: Grade 5
Thursday, January 27: Grade 6
End of the Second Quarter/First Semester
Friday, January 21
Grades JK-12 Headmaster's Virtual Parent Discussion Series: The FH Budget
Wednesday, January 26, 9-10 a.m.
Grade 6 Virtual Game Night
Friday, January 28, 7-8 pm
Health Services
We have reviewed the evolving Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) health requirements and recommendations. Please review the updated Flint Hill Positive Case and Close Contact Exposure Protocols.
COVID-19 Vaccination Status Dashboard
All of these links can be found on the COVID-19 Health Information tile on the Resource Board.
Reminder: Keep Everyone Healthy by Staying Home if Sick
If your student has fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea you should keep them home to recover. They must be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning to school.
Parents' Association
Opportunity: Host a Grade Level Parent Dinner!
The Parents’ Association is looking forward to hosting grade-level parent dinners at people’s homes. Contact Sibel Unsal necatismom@gmail.com if you are interested in hosting!
My Coffee Crew
Lower School Parents: Remember to check your inboxes for an Evite! I’m looking forward to meeting you in the Miller House Cafeteria in the upcoming weeks. What all began with coffee is now a group of friends that I hope to have the rest of my life. Read more.
Lower School parents: remember to check your inboxes for an Evite! I’m looking forward to meeting you in the Miller House Cafeteria in the upcoming weeks.
School Store
All orders are being mailed at this time.
Click here to view new inventory in the School Store.
Check out the Last Chance Spirit Wear section of the School Store. With extremely limited quantities left, these sale items won’t last long. Shop now before they are gone!
Hoodies and Outerwear
We have a great selection of hoodies and outerwear for youth and adults. Click the links below to view our inventory.
How Do I Make an Exchange or Return?
Please email Adrienne Robinson within 30 days of your original purchase. Include your order number, the item(s) that didn’t work, and if you would like to return your items or exchange them. Exchanges may be made for the same item in a different size or for an item of equal value. We are happy to issue a refund for items that did not work for you.
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