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Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Open House, August 16th
• Important Info about the 2024-2025 School Year 
• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Dining Assistant Needed
• Upcoming Dates   

Who: Parent and Students 

What: Open House- a time to tour the building, see your classroom, bring your school supplies, meet the teachers and help everyone prepare for a fabulous first day of school. 

When: Friday, August 16

• 9:00-9:45am: Grades 1-6, Last Names Starting with A-K 
• 10:15-10:45am: Kindergarten Students 
• 11:00-11:45am: Grades 1-6, Last Names Starting with L-Z 

Where: Everyone will enter through the Main Entrance (Door 1) and exit from the cafeteria (Door 6) to assist with traffic flow.

Why are the times split? Parking is very limited here at Floris. We ask that you please stay within these times so all families are able to find parking. 

Important Information about the 2024-2025 School Year 

• Floris Bell Schedule: 9:15am-4:00pm Monday-Friday 

• Breakfast and lunch are available each day and the menu will be available at FCPS Nutrislice- Floris 

• Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced price meals for SY 24-25. Learn more about the Free and Reduced-Price Meal program online.

• The transportation office is working on bus routes for the upcoming school year. You can expect to receive the bus number, bus stop location, and approximate times for pick-up and drop-off in August right before the start of school. 

Registration is Open 

Do you (or someone you know) still need to register to attend Floris for the 2024-2025 school year?

Please start here on our webpage. 

Contact the Floris Main Office at 703-561-2900 with questions or email our registrar, Vernella Lanham.

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm

 

Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

Dining Assistant Needed

Floris is looking for a member of our community to become a part of our team as a Dining Room Assistant. This is an hourly position from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm whenever students are in attendance. 

Description: Assists students during lunch time. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order, and dismisses students to their teachers.

Our Dining Room Assistant works with a variety of staff members and interacts with all of our students within the lunch periods. 

Qualifications: Friendly, energetic, and assertive in maintaining expectations of cafeteria behavior, and loves working with children.

This position helps ensure that lunchtime is a positive experience for our students and is instrumental to the operational flow of our school day. It is also a great way for a member of our Floris community to give back to the school on a part-time, day to day basis. Anyone who is interested or would like to learn more should contact our assistant principal, Rob Gibbs, at [email protected].  

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House 

• 9:00-9:45am Grades 1-6, Last Names Starting with A-K 
• 10:15-10:45am Kindergarten Students 
• 11:00-11:45am Grades 1-6, Last Names Starting with L-Z 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 27-28: Back to School Nights, details to follow 

August 30- September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

September 23: 3-hour early release

October 3: Holiday, Rosh Hashannah – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day

October 28: 3-hour early release

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 4-5: No School for Students, School Planning Day and Teacher Workday

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

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Dining Room Assistant Needed!

Floris is looking for a member of our community to become a part of our team as a Dining Room Assistant. This is an hourly position from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm whenever students are in attendance. 

Description: Assists students during lunch time. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order, and dismisses students to their teachers.

Our Dining Room Assistant works with a variety of staff members and interacts with all of our students within the lunch periods. 

Qualifications: Friendly, energetic, and assertive in maintaining expectations of cafeteria behavior, and loves working with children.

This position helps ensure that lunchtime is a positive experience for our students and is instrumental to the operational flow of our school day. It is also a great way for a member of our Floris community to give back to the school on a part-time, day to day basis. Anyone who is interested or would like to learn more should contact our assistant principal, Rob Gibbs, at [email protected].  

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Last Call to Order School Supply Kits!

Didn't order your school supply kit in time? No worries - the ordering deadline has been extended through July 31 so you still have plenty of time to save yourself the hassle of fighting the back-to-school crowds. Plus your student's teachers will appreciate getting their classroom supplies delivered in handy bulk packaging that can easily be stored for use throughout the school year. 

👉www.campussurvivalkits.com/floris 👈

👉👉You can also check out supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year here, on the Floris webpage!

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Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Fairfax Public Library Summer Reading Adventure - June 12-August 18
• Summer Reading Resources 

• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families

• Back-to-School Immunization Clinics 

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

Order online by July 15 to ensure that everything makes it to Floris in time!

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

  Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Great news!  Students will still have access to our digital reading resources, as well as community resources available through the library.  Take a look at the list below to book your summer:

1. The Fairfax County Public Library has tons of print, audio, and Ebook options.  Go to the website on your computer or download the Libby by Overdrive app on your tablet or phone. 
2. MyOn has many books at a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.
3. Tumblebooks has a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • After signing in, click on the ebook tab for chapter bookss.
4. MackinVia is a collection of FCPS ebooks and audiobooks.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House (morning), details to follow 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 30-September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 3: Holiday- Rosh Hashanah- all FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday 

October 11: Observance Day (PM)- Yom Kippur

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day 

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 1-2: Observance Days- All Saints Day/Dia de los Muertos 

November 4-5: No School for Students, Teacher Workdays and Election Day 

 

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

2708 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Main Office: 703-561-2900
Attendance: 703-561-2929 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Fairfax Public Library Summer Reading Adventure - June 12-August 18
• Summer Reading Resources 

• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families

• Tutor.com
• Back-to-School Immunization Clinics 

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

Order online by July 15 to ensure that everything makes it to Floris in time!

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

  Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Great news!  Students will still have access to our digital reading resources, as well as community resources available through the library.  Take a look at the list below to book your summer:

1. The Fairfax County Public Library has tons of print, audio, and Ebook options.  Go to the website on your computer or download the Libby by Overdrive app on your tablet or phone. 
2. MyOn has many books at a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.
3. Tumblebooks has a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • After signing in, click on the ebook tab for chapter bookss.
4. MackinVia is a collection of FCPS ebooks and audiobooks.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

tutor.com Summer Access 

Information about Summer Access to Tutor.com can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/tutor.dot.com-summer-access. 

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House (morning), details to follow 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 30-September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 3: Holiday- Rosh Hashanah- all FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday 

October 11: Observance Day (PM)- Yom Kippur

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day 

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 1-2: Observance Days- All Saints Day/Dia de los Muertos 

November 4-5: No School for Students, Teacher Workdays and Election Day 

 

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

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Last Call to Order School Supply Kits!

Hey parents! The 4th of July is in the rearview mirror, which means it's clear sailing from here to the start of school in August! Don't waste time taking a detour to the store for school supplies - have your student's supplies delivered direct to their classroom. Please place your order by Monday, July 15! You'll also help the teachers by making sure they receive the exact supplies required, delivered ready to use or store for a successful year. AND don't forget your purchase also earns the extra supplies for the school so your purchase goes much further than just your student's desk.

Order with a few clicks and then head outside for some summer fun!

👉www.campussurvivalkits.com/floris 👈

👉👉You can also check out supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year here, on the Floris webpage!

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Greetings, Floris ES Community!

I hope you all had a fantastic long weekend and are finding ways to stay cool during this summer heatwave! I am absolutely thrilled to officially join the Floris Elementary School community as your new principal.

Already, I've had the pleasure of meeting some of our awesome Floris students during Rec-PAC. Thank you to Holly Walker, Rob Gibbs, and Hope Pursell for their incredibly warm welcome and for helping me navigate this transition period. Their kindness has truly made me feel at home!

On a personal note, my family and I are eagerly looking forward to becoming part of the Floris community. We can't wait to meet all our amazing staff members and families soon, and to discover everything Floris has to offer.
As we gear up for the upcoming school year, I am filled with excitement about the journey ahead and am eager to contribute to the ongoing success of Floris ES.

Thank you once again for the warm welcome. I am genuinely looking forward to meeting each of you soon!

Warm regards,
Joshua DeSmyter
Principal
Floris Elementary School

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Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Fairfax Public Library Summer Reading Adventure - June 12-August 18
• Summer Reading Resources 

• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families

• Tutor.com
• Back-to-School Immunization Clinics 

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   All FCPS Offices and Schools are closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, for the Independence Day Holiday.   Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

Order online by July 15 to ensure that everything makes it to Floris in time!

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

  Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Great news!  Students will still have access to our digital reading resources, as well as community resources available through the library.  Take a look at the list below to book your summer:

1. The Fairfax County Public Library has tons of print, audio, and Ebook options.  Go to the website on your computer or download the Libby by Overdrive app on your tablet or phone. 
2. MyOn has many books at a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.
3. Tumblebooks has a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • After signing in, click on the ebook tab for chapter bookss.
4. MackinVia is a collection of FCPS ebooks and audiobooks.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

tutor.com Summer Access 

Information about Summer Access to Tutor.com can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/tutor.dot.com-summer-access. 

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House (morning), details to follow 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 30-September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 3: Holiday- Rosh Hashanah- all FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday 

October 11: Observance Day (PM)- Yom Kippur

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day 

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 1-2: Observance Days- All Saints Day/Dia de los Muertos 

November 4-5: No School for Students, Teacher Workdays and Election Day 

 

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

2708 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Main Office: 703-561-2900
Attendance: 703-561-2929 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Fairfax Public Library Summer Reading Adventure - June 12-August 18
• Summer Reading Resources 

• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families

• Tutor.com
• Back-to-School Immunization Clinics 

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   All FCPS Offices and Schools are closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, for the Independence Day Holiday.  

 

The Floris Main Office is also closed on Tuesday, July 2, and Wednesday, July 3, for cleaning. Please leave a message and someone will return your call.   Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

Order online by July 15 to ensure that everything makes it to Floris in time!

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

  Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Great news!  Students will still have access to our digital reading resources, as well as community resources available through the library.  Take a look at the list below to book your summer:

1. The Fairfax County Public Library has tons of print, audio, and Ebook options.  Go to the website on your computer or download the Libby by Overdrive app on your tablet or phone. 
2. MyOn has many books at a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.
3. Tumblebooks has a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • After signing in, click on the ebook tab for chapter bookss.
4. MackinVia is a collection of FCPS ebooks and audiobooks.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

tutor.com Summer Access 

Information about Summer Access to Tutor.com can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/tutor.dot.com-summer-access. 

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House (morning), details to follow 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 30-September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 3: Holiday- Rosh Hashanah- all FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday 

October 11: Observance Day (PM)- Yom Kippur

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day 

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 1-2: Observance Days- All Saints Day/Dia de los Muertos 

November 4-5: No School for Students, Teacher Workdays and Election Day 

 

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

2708 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Main Office: 703-561-2900
Attendance: 703-561-2929 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Fairfax Public Library Summer Reading Adventure - June 12-August 18
• Summer Reading Resources 

• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families

• Tutor.com
• Back-to-School Immunization Clinics 

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   All FCPS Offices and Schools are closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5 for the Independence Day Holiday.   Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

Order online by July 15 to ensure that everything makes it to Floris in time!

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

  Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Great news!  Students will still have access to our digital reading resources, as well as community resources available through the library.  Take a look at the list below to book your summer:

1. The Fairfax County Public Library has tons of print, audio, and Ebook options.  Go to the website on your computer or download the Libby by Overdrive app on your tablet or phone. 
2. MyOn has many books at a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.
3. Tumblebooks has a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • After signing in, click on the ebook tab for chapter bookss.
4. MackinVia is a collection of FCPS ebooks and audiobooks.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

tutor.com Summer Access 

Information about Summer Access to Tutor.com can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/tutor.dot.com-summer-access. 

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House (morning), details to follow 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 30-September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 3: Holiday- Rosh Hashanah- all FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday 

October 11: Observance Day (PM)- Yom Kippur

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day 

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 1-2: Observance Days- All Saints Day/Dia de los Muertos 

November 4-5: No School for Students, Teacher Workdays and Election Day 

 

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

2708 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171 | Main Office: 703-561-2900
Attendance: 703-561-2929 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

Summer Information 

In this Summer Message: 

• Summer Office Hours
• 2024-2025 Supply Lists 
• Fairfax Public Library Summer Reading Adventure - June 12-August 18
• Summer Reading Resources 

• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families

• Tutor.com
• Back-to-School Immunization Clinics 

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   All FCPS Offices and Schools are closed on Monday, June 17, for Eid-al-Adha and on Wednesday, June 19, for the Juneteenth Holiday.  Supply Lists For Next Year Are Now Available!  

Want to cross something off of your August to-do list right now?  Check out our 2024-2025 School Supply Lists, which are updated for next school year, and have one thing less to worry about at back to school time!

You can also avoid the hassle of going in person by ordering supply kits online.

Order online by July 15 to ensure that everything makes it to Floris in time!

If your family needs help purchasing school supplies, please contact our counselor, Sarah de Kramer at [email protected]. 

  Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Great news!  Students will still have access to our digital reading resources, as well as community resources available through the library.  Take a look at the list below to book your summer:

1. The Fairfax County Public Library has tons of print, audio, and Ebook options.  Go to the website on your computer or download the Libby by Overdrive app on your tablet or phone. 
2. MyOn has many books at a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.
3. Tumblebooks has a variety of levels, including many chapter books.
   • After signing in, click on the ebook tab for chapter bookss.
4. MackinVia is a collection of FCPS ebooks and audiobooks.
   • Students log in with their FCPS username and password.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

tutor.com Summer Access 

Information about Summer Access to Tutor.com can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/tutor.dot.com-summer-access. 

Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year 

August 16: Open House (morning), details to follow 

August 19: 1st Day of School

August 30-September 2: Holiday- Labor Day Break – All FCPS schools and offices closed

October 3: Holiday- Rosh Hashanah- all FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 4: No School for Students, Teacher Workday 

October 11: Observance Day (PM)- Yom Kippur

October 14: No School for Students, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Staff Development Day 

October 31: End of First Quarter and Two-Hour Early Release

November 1-2: Observance Days- All Saints Day/Dia de los Muertos 

November 4-5: No School for Students, Teacher Workdays and Election Day 

 

Find the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar

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Just a reminder that today is the last day of school for all FCPS schools and an early closing!

• Floris ES will dismiss at 2:00pm today. 
• Change of dismissal entries must be received by NOON (12:00pm) today. 

• If your child has medication in the School Health Room, a parent must come to Floris by today (6/12) at 2:00pm to pick up the medication. 

• The Floris Main Office will close at 2:30pm today for a staff meeting.

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In this Friday Message you will find:

• Principals' Message  

• Eid al-Adha- Next Monday, June 17 

• Juneteenth Holiday 
• Summer Office Hours 
• Congratulations to 3rd grade student 
• Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure starts June 12
• Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt 
• Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families
• Upcoming Dates 

Floris Families,

This is the last Friday Message of the 2023-2024 school year. It has been a wonderful year!! 

Our 6th grade Beauty and the Beast Musical was amazing. We thank our students and staff for the hard work and preparation that goes into such outstanding musical performances. 

Next Tuesday, June 11, is 6th Grade Day including the promotion ceremony. We look forward to celebrating our 6th graders as they move to the next chapter in their educational story. Please remember that all visitors must come to the main office and sign in with your government issued photo ID. It will be busy as everyone signs in at the Visitor Management System. Please plan to arrive early.  The ceremony begins at 10:00am and the front office staff will be ready at 9:20am to assist with signing in on the Visitor Management System. 

We are also asking all of our staff and students to wear Floris Spirit wear or Floris colors (royal blue and white) in support of our 6th graders on Tuesday!

A reminder to families, if your child has medication in the School Health Room, a parent must come to Floris by Wednesday, June 12, at 2:00pm to pick up the medication. 

Next Wednesday is the last day of school, and all FCPS schools dismiss early. Floris will dismiss at 2:00 pm next Wednesday, June 12.

The Floris Main Office will close on Wednesday, June 12 at 2:30pm, and reopen at 8:00am on June 13. 

The Floris PTA is excited to announce that they have filled all Board and Committee positions for next year!  Thanks to everyone who volunteered and please note there will still be many opportunities to get involved.  Please check back at the start of the new year or on the PTA website for more information and updates.

Please watch for emails this summer as we prepare for the first day of school on August 19, 2024. Details about the Floris Open House and Back to School Nights will be sent later in the summer. 

We hope you all have a safe, relaxing and joyful summer!

Have a wonderful weekend, 

Holly Walker, Principal, [email protected]

Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal, [email protected]

#EveryEagleEveryDay

Eid al-Adha- Next Monday, June 17 

Eid Mubarak to all who observe! Eid al-Adha, or the “Feast of Sacrifice,” is the second of two main holidays celebrated in Islam. Muslims believe that Eid al-Adha signifies the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim, known as Abraham in Christianity and Judaism, to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as ordered by Allah. It focuses on sacrifice, the pilgrimage to Mecca and giving to those less fortunate.  Learn more in this video from PBS Kids. 

Juneteenth - Next Wednesday, June 19

Wednesday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed. Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that word of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of the Civil War finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, effectively marking the end of slavery in the United States. Learn more about Juneteenth.

Floris Main Office Summer Hours  Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm   All FCPS Offices and Schools are closed on Monday, June 17, for Eid-al-Adha and on Wednesday, June 19, for the Juneteenth Holiday. 

Congratulations to Floris 3rd grader, Kiran Durai Murugan, for winning 2nd place in the state and 4th in the nation in the Math Kangaroo competition. Way to go Kiran!

Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Fairfax County is hosting its 1st Puzzle Hunt! 

When: Launches June 15, 2024

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been hard at work, creating an exhilarating adventure for puzzle solvers. We are thrilled to announce the Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt, a unique community event that will take you on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. Starting this summer, solve one puzzle or do them all. Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles and then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Walk, bike, and roll at our wonderful local parks with friends and family. For more information go to https://www.solvingfun.com/fairfax.

Mathematics Independent Learning Options for Families ST Math

All students have access to ST Math over the summer that they can access through Schoology. This video shows students and families how to access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQR_drzeR9E

In addition to the information listed below, it is recommended that students who are moving from a standard level math class to an honors level math class have their ST Math journey reassigned to the next grade level. 

• Get the most out of ST Math over the summer by implementing effective strategies for continued learning.
• JiJi's Summer Math Club encourages students to learn and practice math in a fun and interactive way throughout the summer.
• Don't miss out on our ST Math summer activities that will keep students sharp and prepared for the upcoming academic year.

Family Resource Center

Family webinars that may be worth sharing are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics.

VDOE

The following resources have been curated from the Virginia Department of Education:

VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families

Additional resources

The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS and the school do not have a paid subscription to either service.

Zearn online summer math

Khan academy summer site 

June 11: 

• 6th grade Promotion Ceremony, cafe, 10:00-10:45am **Enter via Door 1 and have government issued photo ID ready to sign in at the main office. Office staff will be available for sign ins at 9:20am.**

• 6th grade day- gym, fields, blacktop, classrooms 

June 12: 

• Last Day of School

• Floris Dismissal 2:00pm

• All medications picked up from School Health Room (Clinic) by 2:00pm today 

 

Find the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

 

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We know there is SO much going on and our Friday messages are full of information about the end of the year and also for the summer, so we thought we'd share some of the amazing things happening here in these last weeks of the 2023-2024 school year in a separate message.

Big Truck Day

On Friday, May 31, our kindergarteners had their annual Big Truck Day, and it did not disappoint!  Several community members came out to support our special event, and the joy was evident through the many, many smiles.  There was much excitement about the vehicles themselves, as well as conversations with service members.  The Fairfax PD helicopter also made a special landing on our back field, which was a sight to see for the entire school community.

We even made the local news!  You can find the news coverage (video and story) here, on Fox 5 DC's webpage.

Senior Walks

A time honored tradition across Fairfax County Public Schools is inviting high school graduates back to their elementary schools to walk the halls prior to graduation.  It is a meaningful event for the alumni and teachers, as well as our current elementary students who can envision themselves doing the same thing in the near future. We were able to host Floris alumni from Westfield High School on Monday, June 3...

 

... and then Floris alumni from South Lakes High School on Thursday, June 6:

 

 

It was also so excited see a few Floris alumni from Chantilly HS and Langley HS as well!

Congratulations to all of our graduates! 

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In this Friday Message you will find:

• Principals' Message  
• Caribbean American Heritage Month
• FCPS Device Collection 
• PTA Looking for an Assemblies Chair 
• Fairfax County Public Library Reading Adventure 
• Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt 
• Breakfast and Lunch Menus
• Upcoming Dates 

Floris Families,

June begins tomorrow, and we have so many great activities happening in these last days of the school year. Next Wednesday and Thursday evenings are the annual 6th grade musical performances. Grade level end-of-year celebrations and reflections are happening in the upcoming days as well. 

Another reminder that if you are coming to school for any event (lunch visit, guest reader, a meeting, class party, etc.) you must have your government issued photo ID to sign in at the Visitor Management System in the main office. 

Also, please remember to check out the Lost and Found in the cafeteria when you are here. It is overflowing  Anything that remains after 2:00pm on June 12 will be packed and donated. 

Next Monday, our Floris alumni who are seniors at Westfield HS will be at Floris for their annual Grad Walk, and on Thursday, our South Lakes HS Floris alumni seniors will be celebrating with their Grad Walk as well. It is wonderful to welcome and celebrate our Floris alums this way. 

Our Kinders were having so much fun this morning at the annual Big Truck Day. We appreciate everyone's flexibility with parking and Kiss-and-Ride to enable this amazing annual event (which has been happening at least since I was a teacher at Floris in 1993). 

A reminder to families, if your child has medication in the School Health Room, a parent must come to Floris by Wednesday, June 12, at 2:00pm to pick up the medication. 

Have a wonderful weekend, 

Holly Walker, Principal, [email protected]

Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal, [email protected]

#EveryEagleEveryDay

Caribbean American Heritage Month

FCPS celebrates the rich diversity and honors the many contributions of immigrants of Caribbean heritage to our nation during the month of June. Caribbean individuals are some of the most ethnically diverse in the world. There are more than 8.5 million individuals in the United States born in the Caribbean or of Caribbean ancestry. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month. 

 

💻 FCPS Device Collection 💻

As we head towards summer, we will be collecting student devices and chargers on this schedule:

• First and Second Grade: Wednesday, June 5
• Third and Fourth Grade: Thursday, June 6
• Fifth and Sixth Grade: Friday, June 7

Please note that laptops and chargers will need to be turned in, and there are charges associated with missing devices:  

• Charger: $31
• Computer: $481

Payment for lost or damaged charger and/or laptop can be made using MySchoolBucks. Thank you!

Floris PTA One Open Position for Next Year 

Even if you haven't been involved with the PTA prior or are completely new to Floris, please consider joining our wonderful team.  We are a fun group of volunteers who will help you learn all you need to know to be successful in whatever role you choose.  

Please reach out to Kerin Hamel at [email protected] if you'd like to learn more about the position or have any questions about being involved with the PTA.

Assemblies Chair (non-board position) 

The PTA is looking for someone interested in coordinating assemblies for the school next year.  Responsibilities include: Researching, planning and working closely with the school to produce a Fall and Spring assembly for all grade levels.  For example - This year we had the Harlem Wizards in the Fall and Didgeridoo Down Under come in the Spring!

Summer Reading Adventure- Fairfax County Public Library 

The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure runs from June 12-August 18 this summer.

Find the details and how to sign-up at:https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

Fairfax County is hosting its 1st Puzzle Hunt! 

When: Launches June 15, 2024

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been hard at work, creating an exhilarating adventure for puzzle solvers. We are thrilled to announce the Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt, a unique community event that will take you on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. Starting this summer, solve one puzzle or do them all. Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles and then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Walk, bike, and roll at our wonderful local parks with friends and family. For more information go to https://www.solvingfun.com/fairfax.

Please remember you can find the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional facts at FCPS Nutrislice- Floris 

June 4:

• Westfield HS graduation, GMU, 7:30pm 

June 5:

• 6th grade Musical- Beauty and the Beast, 7:00pm cafe

June 6:

• 6th grade Musical- Beauty and the Beast, 7:00pm cafe

June 7:

• South Lakes HS graduation, GMU, 7:30pm 

June 11: 

• 6th grade Promotion Ceremony, cafe, 10:00-10:45am 

• 6th grade day- gym, fields, blacktop, classrooms 

June 12: 

• Last Day of School

• Floris Dismissal 2:00pm

• All medications picked up from School Health Room (Clinic) by 2:00pm today 

 

Find the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

 

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Dear Families,

This afternoon, just before 3:00pm, we detected a burning smell in one area of our building. We immediately evacuated the building and notified the fire department. At no time did any students or staff report feeling ill or have any negative reaction to the odor.

We remained outside for approximately 35 minutes until the fire department determined that the building was safe for students and staff to return. We then resumed our scheduled classes and activities.

I am proud of how our students and staff followed directions, and we were able to maintain order and safety while we waited for the fire department to clear the building. Please be sure to tell your students how proud we are of their behavior today. We received a compliment from the Fire Department on how polite our students were throughout the process. 

Please do not hesitate to call should you have any questions or concerns.

Regards,

Holly Walker

Principal 

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Big Truck Day- Tomorrow (May 31) 

Please remember that the parking spaces in the Kiss and Ride parking lot will be blocked off to visitors and staff for the event.

There will be no parking on this side of the school building that day.    

The Kiss and Ride lane will be closed during school hours, and there will be a modified morning Kiss and Ride lane. In the past, this has not allowed us to be able to hold our normal capacity.  We greatly encourage your students to ride the bus tomorrow. If you must use Kiss and Ride, please be patient, give yourself extra time, and be aware of the trucks entering and setting-up.  Throughout the day, parking will be extremely limited at Floris ES. 

Please keep this in mind to help promote the safe use of our parking lot during the event.

**If you are a participant or a parent volunteer for Big Truck Day, please note that you are required to sign in at the front office with a valid government-issued photo ID.**

Thank you!

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💻 FCPS Device Collection 💻 We will need to collect all FCPS issued laptops AND chargers for the summer!

**We do NOT need any cases returned**

KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 2

These iPads and laptops should be at Floris, so there is likely nothing to do on your end!  Just for your information, devices will be collected by grade level:

• Kindergarten: Friday, May 31
• First and Second Grades: Wednesday, June 5

GRADE 3- GRADE 6

These laptops should be transported between home and school daily.  They will be collected by grade level:

• Third and Fourth Grades: Thursday, June 6
• Fifth and Sixth Grades: Friday, June 7

LOST OR DAMAGED LAPTOPS

If you have lost or damaged your laptop or charger, there is a cost for replacement. 

• Charger: $31
• Computer: $481
  
  Payment for lost or damaged charger and/or laptop can be made using MySchoolBucks.  Please follow these directions to make your payment:
  • Sign on to MySchoolBucks
  • Select School Store Payments (School Fees)
  • Select the icon for which you are paying “Lost or Damaged Cables/Power Cords” or “Lost or Damaged Laptop”
  • Select your child’s name
  • Select the item for which you are paying
  • Follow the process for payment

LAPTOP CARE

• All laptops need to be cleaned prior to being returned; stickers removed and residue cleaned- DO NOT remove the barcode.
• Laptop plastic pocket should have student ID card or student ID number written on paper for check-in purposes.
• All power cords must be neatly wrapped.

THANK YOU!

Please email Willa McGrath [email protected] with any questions.

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Big Truck Day The Floris Annual Big Truck Day for our kindergarten students has been rescheduled for Friday, May 31, due to the chance of rain and thunderstorms!

Parking spaces in the Kiss and Ride parking lot will be blocked off to visitors and staff for the event.

There will be no parking on this side of the school building that day.    

The Kiss and Ride lane will be closed during school hours and there will be a modified morning Kiss and Ride lane. In the past, this has not allowed us to be able to hold our normal capacity.  We greatly encourage your students to ride the bus on Friday, May 31. If you must use Kiss and Ride, please be patient, give yourself extra time, and be aware of the vehicles entering and setting up.  Throughout the day, parking will be limited at Floris ES. 

Please keep this in mind to help promote the safe use of our parking lot during the event.

**If you are a participant or a parent volunteer for Big Truck Day, please note that you are required to sign in at the front office with a valid government-issued ID.**

Thank you!

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In this Friday Message you will find:

• Principals' Message  
• Memorial Day Holiday
• FCPS Device Collection 
• Fond Farewell to Some Floris Staff Members 
• PTA Open Positions  
• Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt 
• Breakfast and Lunch Menus
• Upcoming Dates 

Floris Families,

It is almost the end of May, and there are only twelve school days left in this school year. It is hard to believe that the year is almost over.  

It was wonderful to have the FCPS Superintendent, Dr. Reid, visit Floris on Tuesday and see some of our amazing staff and students in action. 

Our first graders also enjoyed Harry Potter Day yesterday. Thank you to the teachers and parents who helped make this fun event happen. 

All FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday for the Memorial Day Holiday. We hope everyone has a wonderful and safe long weekend! See you Tuesday!

We are so excited for the Annual Kindergarten Big Truck day happening next Wednesday, May 29 (Inclement Weather Date Friday, May 31). Please remember that there is a modified Kiss and Ride and the main lot (by the fire station) will not be available for parking that day.

A reminder to families, if your child has medication in the School Health Room, a parent must come to Floris by Wednesday, June 12, at 2:00pm to pick up the medication. 

Have a wonderful weekend, 

Holly Walker, Principal, [email protected]

Rob Gibbs, Assistant Principal, [email protected]

#EveryEagleEveryDay

Dr Reid, FCPS Superintendent, at Floris ES  Harry Potter Day in First Grade  Memorial Day Holiday

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day.

 

💻 FCPS Device Collection 💻

As we head towards summer, we will be collecting student devices and chargers on this schedule:

• Kindergarten: Friday, May 31
• First and Second Grade: Wednesday, June 5
• Third and Fourth Grade: Thursday, June 6
• Fifth and Sixth Grade: Friday, June 7

Please note that laptops and chargers will need to be turned in, and there are charges associated with missing devices:  

• Charger: $31
• Computer: $481

Payment for lost or damaged charger and/or laptop can be made using MySchoolBucks. Thank you!

A Fond Farewell to Some Floris Staff Members

Each year, we take a moment to celebrate and share our appreciation for staff who are leaving Floris. We have several staff who are retiring and more who are leaving for new opportunities. 

Congratulations on Your Retirement

We thank you for your hard work and dedication to Floris and wish you well as you enter the retirement chapter of your story. 

• Rozina Patel (Kindergarten Instructional Assistant) 
• Forrest Wagner (TSSpec)
• Holly Walker (Principal)

Wishing You Well on the Next Chapter  

Some other staff members are moving out of the area or shifting to different opportunities. We thank you and wish each of you well as you begin the next chapter of your stories!

• Peter Gaydos (moving back to high school)
• Beka Hartl (moving to be a Literacy Specialist) 
• Merbouha Heciri (leaving for family reasons) 
• Brooke Hix (moving to another school) 
• Katie Martin (moving to another school closer to home) 
• Lydia Petraglia (moving to another school closer to home)
• Madison Potter (moving out of the area) 
• Alyssa Stoffer (moving to high school)
• Danya Thomas (moving to LCPS as an ESOL teacher)
• Kasey Weate (moving out of the area) 

Floris PTA Open Positions for the 24/25 school year

Even if you haven't been involved with the PTA prior or are completely new to Floris, please consider joining our wonderful team.  We are a fun group of volunteers who will help you learn all you need to know to be successful in whatever role you choose.  

Please reach out to Kerin Hamel at [email protected] if you'd like to learn more about any of the positions or have any questions about being involved with the PTA.

Board positions for the 24/25 school year

Communications Secretary:

• The Communications Secretary is responsible for ensuring that the PTA's members, families, and community are informed of what the PTA is doing. The responsibilities include: keeping the website up-to-date, posting on social media, and sending out the weekly newsletter.

VP of Community Affairs:

• This position oversees the coordination of the Fall and Spring after school programs at Floris.

Financial Secretary or Treasurer: 

• We are looking for someone to fill the role of either the Financial Secretary OR Treasurer
  • The Treasurer manages the PTA budget, maintains records of members and funds, and handles all financial matters, including reimbursement tracking and management.
  • The Financial Secretary assists the Treasurer with administrative duties throughout the year.

Non-Board position for the 24/25 school year

Assemblies Chair:

• The PTA is looking for someone interested in coordinating assemblies for the school next year.  Responsibilities include: Researching, planning and working closely with the school to produce a Fall and Spring assembly for all grade levels.  For example - This year we had the Harlem Wizards in the Fall and Didgeridoo Down Under come in the Spring!

Fairfax County is hosting its 1st Puzzle Hunt! 

When: Launches June 15, 2024

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been hard at work, creating an exhilarating adventure for puzzle solvers. We are thrilled to announce the Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt, a unique community event that will take you on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. Starting this summer, solve one puzzle or do them all. Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles and then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Walk, bike, and roll at our wonderful local parks with friends and family. For more information go to  www.solvingfun.com/fairfax.

Please remember you can find the breakfast and lunch menus and nutritional facts at FCPS Nutrislice- Floris 

May 27:

• Memorial Day Holiday 

• All FCPS schools and offices closed 

May 29:

• Kindergarten Big Truck Day

May 31:

• Rain Date- Kindergarten Big Truck Day

June 4:

• Westfield HS graduation, GMU, 7:30pm 

June 5:

• 6th grade Musical- Beauty and the Beast, 7:00pm cafe

June 6:

• 6th grade Musical- Beauty and the Beast, 7:00pm cafe

June 7:

• South Lakes HS graduation, GMU, 7:30pm 

June 11: 

• 6th grade Promotion Ceremony, cafe, 10:00-10:45am 

• 6th grade day- gym, fields, blacktop, classrooms 

June 12: 

• Last Day of School

• Floris Dismissal 2:00pm

• All medications picked up from School Health Room (Clinic) by 2:00pm today 

 

Find the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

 

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