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Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Fri. 3/24 - Yearbook ‘early bird’ price deadline

Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm - “Simple View of Reading” Families as Partners Workshop

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

Mon 4/3 - Fri. 4/7 - Spring Break Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Fri. 4/7 - ‘Purple Up’ for military kids

Thurs. 4/13 - 2-hr. Early Release

Fri. 4/14 - Teacher Work Day - NO SCHOOL

Fri. 4/14 - ‘Purple Up’ for military kids

Thurs. 4/20 @ 6pm - Special Needs family support group 

Fri. 4/21 - Eid al Fitr Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Fri. 4/21 - ‘Purple Up’ for military kids

Thurs. 4/27 @ 6pm - Spring Fling

Fri. 4/28 - ‘Purple Up’ for military kids

Thurs. 5/11 @ 5:30pm - Young Artist Night

Thurs. 5/25 @ 6pm - PTA Family Movie Night

Mon. 5/29 - Memorial Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Fri. 6/16 - Last Day of School - 2hr. Early Release

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Yearbook Orders - LAST WEEK of Early Bird Sale!

This is the last week to preorder your SLES 2022-2023 yearbooks under the early bird price of $20 per copy, through THIS Friday, March 24, 2023. The price per yearbook increases to $25 after the deadline. Order online today at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

(School code: 13197823)

* If you are interested in donating a yearbook to SLES Care & Share, you will have the option to click on “Donation to School” when completing your order online. These funds will be used to purchase yearbooks which will be donated to the SLES Care & Share Program.

 

Families as Partners Workshop: A Simple View of Reading - Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm

Parents/Guardians of K-3rd Grade Students: Join a team of teachers on March 29th, from 6-7 pm in room C199, to learn about the Simple View of Reading (SVR) model that guides reading instruction at Stratford Landing Elementary. We will: 

* Discuss Fairfax County School District’s shifts in reading instruction as we define the essential components of reading

* Consider how an effective approach to reading instruction addresses oral language comprehension as thoroughly as it addresses foundational skills of word recognition

* Recognize relationships between vocabulary knowledge, background knowledge, oral language proficiency, and reading comprehension

* Explore the importance of intentional use of rich vocabulary across all levels of instruction

* Learn how “conversational turns” in adult-child interactions foster development in key areas of the brain responsible for language comprehension

Childcare and dinner will be provided! To register for this event, please complete this short form by March 22nd: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYxn0JwWmAy_lOD8tjNSeoTB3C2IsGtbraIGc7-HnvGjDAWQ/viewform

Questions? Please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected] or 703-619-3690

 

Purple Up For Military Kids - Every Friday in April

It's about that time again, where we get to show support to our military kids for ‘Purple Up!’ month.  We encourage students, parents and staff to wear PURPLE every Friday in April.   

Please contact Jess Abbott or Becky Hyatt with questions: [email protected]

 

PTA Spring Events Are In Full Swing!

D3, Young Artist Night, Spring Fling, Family Movie Night — the PTA has a lot of fun upcoming events! Check our website https://slpta.org/ and Facebook Group for the latest info!

 

Family Support Group Meeting for SLES Parents/Guardians of Children with Special Needs

When: Thursday, April 20th, from 6-7 pm

Where: Stratford Landing ES, Room C199

We understand the unique challenges you face, and Stratford Landing wants to offer a safe and supportive space for you to share your struggles and joys of raising a child with special needs. Come connect with other parents who share a similar journey and learn about topics and resources that support you and your family.

Reserve your spot today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLoqBogKXB5NEDtOXmxPCG2UHp7noTe65sMGhMYPEaslZeIg/viewform

Questions? Please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected] or 703-619-3690

 

Care & Share Donations Needed

Care & Share is looking for the following donations to support our Family Resource Center. If you are interested in contributing, please use this Amazon wish list or place items in the red bins outside the main office. Thank you for your support!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24N9Q6ODK8DQW

* Youth M pants

* Clorox wipes

* Facial tissues

* Toothbrushes & toothpaste

* Deodorant

* Peanut-free snacks

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

*Thurs. 3/16* @ 7:30pm - Virtual PTA Meeting *Date Change!*

Fri. 3/24 - Yearbook ‘early bird’ price deadline

Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm - “Simple View of Reading” Families as Partners Workshop

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

Mon 4/3 - Fri. 4/7 - Spring Break Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Fri. 4/7 - ‘Purple up’ for military kids

Fri. 4/14 - ‘Purple up’ for military kids

Fri. 4/21 - ‘Purple up’ for military kids

Thurs. 4/27 @ 6pm - Spring Fling

Fri. 4/28 - ‘Purple up’ for military kids

Thurs. 5/11 @ 5:30pm - Young Artist Night

Thurs. 5/25 @ 6pm - PTA Family Movie Night

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Virtual PTA Member Meeting - DATE CHANGE!! - Thurs. 3/16 @ 7:30pm

Don’t miss our next PTA Member Meeting! We’ll have updates on new PTA-funded projects and events. We’ll also vote to elect the 2023-2024 Nominating Committee! 

Join here: https://meet.google.com/rqb-decd-jyo

 

Yearbook Orders - Early Bird Sale!

SLES 2022-2023 yearbooks are available for preorder now! Yearbooks are $20 from now until March 24, 2023. The price per yearbook increases to $25 after the deadline. Order online today at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

(School code: 13197823)

* If you are interested in donating a yearbook to SLES Care & Share, you will have the option to click on “Donation to School” when completing your order online. These funds will be used to purchase yearbooks which will be donated to the SLES Care & Share Program.

 

Save The Dates! Spring PTA Events:

Thurs. 4/27: Spring Fling! (6:00-8:00pm)

* This year, Spring Fling will be a kids’ carnival! The PTA will have fun game booths, prizes, popcorn and treats as we gather together to connect with our school community. Volunteer sign-ups coming soon.

Thurs. 5/11: Young Artist Night! (5:30-7:30pm)

* Walk through exhibits of our students’ beautiful artwork on display! Families will also have an opportunity to walk through our lovely refreshed Discovery Garden, check out the new ukulele program, learn more about children’s literature from the Book Mommy, and meet the NEW baby chicks! Volunteer sign-ups coming soon.

Thurs. 5/25: Family Movie Night! (6:00-8:00pm)

* Our last PTA Meeting of the school year will be a family movie night! Save the date and pack your pjs, blankets, and sleeping bags. PTA Members will vote at the start of this event to elect our new PTA Board Members for 2023-2024. 

 

PTA Equity Group

The PTA Equity Group is seeking interested individuals to contribute ideas that will engage students in activities focusing on the concept of equity. These activities would complement those lessons carried out by teachers at SLES. If you are interested in becoming part of this initiative, want to share some ideas, or just want to learn more about our Group, please reach out to Chau Lai at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!

 

Purple Up For Military Kids - Every Friday in April

It's about that time again, where we get to show support to our military kids for ‘Purple Up!’ month.  We encourage students, parents and staff to wear PURPLE every Friday in April.   

Please contact Jess Abbott or Becky Hyatt with questions: [email protected]

 

Families as Partners Workshop: A Simple View of Reading - Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm

Parents/Guardians of K-3rd Grade Students: Join a team of teachers on March 29th, from 6-7 pm in room C199, to learn about the Simple View of Reading (SVR) model that guides reading instruction at Stratford Landing Elementary. We will: 

* Discuss Fairfax County School District’s shifts in reading instruction as we define the essential components of reading

* Consider how an effective approach to reading instruction addresses oral language comprehension as thoroughly as it addresses foundational skills of word recognition

* Recognize relationships between vocabulary knowledge, background knowledge, oral language proficiency, and reading comprehension

* Explore the importance of intentional use of rich vocabulary across all levels of instruction

* Learn how “conversational turns” in adult-child interactions foster development in key areas of the brain responsible for language comprehension

Childcare and dinner will be provided! To register for this event, please complete this short form by March 22nd: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYxn0JwWmAy_lOD8tjNSeoTB3C2IsGtbraIGc7-HnvGjDAWQ/viewform

Questions? Please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected] or 703-619-3690.

 

Care & Share Donations Needed

Care & Share is looking for the following donations to support our Family Resource Center. If you are interested in contributing, please use this Amazon wish list or place items in the red bins outside the main office. Thank you for your support!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24N9Q6ODK8DQW

* Youth M pants

* Clorox wipes

* Facial tissues

* Toothbrushes & toothpaste

* Deodorant

* Peanut-free snacks

 

 

 

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Mon. 3/6 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Tues. 3/7 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Fri. 3/10 @ 6pm - 6th Grade Lock-In

Wed. 3/15 @ 7:30pm - Virtual PTA Meeting

Fri. 3/24 - Yearbook ‘early bird’ price deadline

Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm - “Simple View of Reading” Families as Partners Workshop

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

Mon 4/3 - Fri. 4/7 - Spring Break Holiday - NO SCHOOL

Thurs. 4/27 @ 6pm - Spring Fling

Thurs. 5/11 @ 5:30pm - Young Artist Night

Thurs. 5/25 @ 6pm - PTA Family Movie Night

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Virtual PTA Member Meeting - Wed. 3/15 @ 7:30pm

Don’t miss our next PTA Member Meeting! We’ll have updates on new PTA-funded projects and events. We’ll also vote to elect the 2023-2024 Nominating Committee! 

Join here: https://meet.google.com/rqb-decd-jyo

 

Save The Dates! Spring PTA Events:

Thurs. 4/27: Spring Fling! (6:00-8:00pm)

* This year, Spring Fling will be a kids carnival! The PTA will have fun game booths, prizes, popcorn and treats as we gather together to connect with our school community. Volunteer sign-ups coming soon.

Thurs. 5/11: Young Artist Night! (5:30-7:30pm)

* Walk through exhibits of our students’ beautiful artwork on display! Families will also have an opportunity to walk through our lovely refreshed Discovery Garden, check out the new ukulele program, learn more about children’s literature from the Book Mommy, and meet the NEW baby chicks! Volunteer sign-ups coming soon.

Thurs. 5/25: Family Movie Night! (6:00-8:00pm)

* Our last PTA Meeting of the school year will be a family movie night! Save the date and pack your pjs, blankets, and sleeping bags. PTA Members will vote at the start of this event to elect our new PTA Board Members for 2023-2024. 

 

PTA Equity Group

The PTA Equity Group is seeking interested individuals to contribute ideas that will engage students in activities focusing on the concept of equity. These activities would complement those lessons carried out by teachers at SLES. If you are interested in becoming part of this initiative, want to share some ideas, or just want to learn more about our Group, please reach out to Chau Lai at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!

 

D3 Showcase Auditions Mon. 3/6 & Tues. 3/7 @ 4pm

The Dynamic, Diverse Dolphin (D3) Showcase is back! We are calling all singers, story-tellers, poets, magicians, comedians, gymnasts, rappers, dancers, athletes, and anyone with a unique talent to join us for this exciting show. Auditions will be held March 6 and 7th from 4-6 pm. Rehearsal dates will be announced once audition times are confirmed.

Sign up at this link to audition and be a part of this fun event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzdHdK5AIE-9g2ZmxvnSl5-YLUg4gUTJAj_T6OlptySfUAaQ/viewform

The D3 Showcase will be held at Carl Sandburg MS on March 30th at 7:00 PM.

Questions? Please contact Holly Ferris - [email protected].

 

Purple Up For Military Kids T-Shirt Sales- Orders DUE Fri. 3/10 

It's about that time again, where we get to show support to our military kids for the month of April.  This year, we will be selling purple t-shirts that we encourage students, parents and staff to wear every Friday in April.  This is a new design from the past couple of years, so be sure to check out the website and place your order today!  Orders can only be made online, at https://slpta.org/product/purple-up/ and will only be taken through Friday, March 10th.  Please note that we will not have extras, as we're only purchasing the number of orders received.  There are various Youth and Adult sizes, and all shirts are $12.  Please contact Jess Abbott or Becky Hyatt with questions, at [email protected]

 

6th grade Lock-In - Fri. 3/10 @ 6pm

Mark your calendars for 6:00pm – 11:00pm on Friday, March 10th at SLES. An info/permission form was sent home in Wednesday folders and can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LRtjsa4fb9io7Fqpc9-4fe4EXGS3g42B/edit.

 If your student plans to attend, please get that turned into your teacher ASAP! This event is run solely by volunteer efforts so we will need many volunteers in order to pull it off.  If there is one event this year that you will be committing to volunteer for, this is the one to choose.  Please visit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4baba92ba1f49-sles#/ and come help give our students a memorable experience in their 6th grade year.  Parents will only be permitted to stay in the building during the lock-in if they are volunteering.

 

Yearbook Orders - Early Bird Sale!

SLES 2022-2023 yearbooks are available for preorder now! Yearbooks are $20 from now until March 24, 2023. The price per yearbook increases to $25 after the deadline. Order online today at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

(School code: 13197823).

* If you are interested in donating a yearbook to SLES Care & Share, you will have the option to click on “Donation to School” when completing your order online. These funds will be used to purchase yearbooks which will be donated to the SLES Care & Share Program.

 

Families as Partners Workshop: A Simple View of Reading - Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm

Parents/Guardians of K-3rd Grade Students: Join a team of teachers on March 29th, from 6-7 pm in room C199, to learn about the Simple View of Reading (SVR) model that guides reading instruction at Stratford Landing Elementary. 

We will: 

* Discuss Fairfax County School District’s shifts in reading instruction as we define the essential components of reading

* Consider how an effective approach to reading instruction addresses oral language comprehension as thoroughly as it addresses foundational skills of word recognition

* Recognize relationships between vocabulary knowledge, background knowledge, oral language proficiency, and reading comprehension

* Explore the importance of intentional use of rich vocabulary across all levels of instruction

* Learn how “conversational turns” in adult-child interactions foster development in key areas of the brain responsible for language comprehension

Childcare and dinner will be provided! To register for this event, please complete this short form by March 22nd: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYxn0JwWmAy_lOD8tjNSeoTB3C2IsGtbraIGc7-HnvGjDAWQ/viewform

Questions? Please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected] or 703-619-3690.

 

Care & Share Donations Needed

Care & Share is looking for the following donations to support our Family Resource Center. If you are interested in contributing, please use this Amazon wish list or place items in the red bins outside the main office. Thank you for your support!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24N9Q6ODK8DQW

* Youth M pants

* Clorox wipes

* Facial tissues

* Toothbrushes & toothpaste

* Deodorant

* Peanut-free snacks

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

Thurs. 3/2 - 2-hour early release

Fri. 3/3 - School Planning Day - NO SCHOOL

Mon. 3/6 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Tues. 3/7 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Fri. 3/10 @ 6pm - 6th Grade Lock-In

Fri. 3/24 - Yearbook ‘early bird’ price deadline

Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm - “Simple View of Reading” Families as Partners Workshop @ SLES

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

Mon 4/3 - Fri. 4/7 - Spring Break Holiday - NO SCHOOL

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Purple Up For Military Kids T-Shirt Sales- Orders DUE Fri. 3/10 

It's about that time again, where we get to show support to our military kids for the month of April.  This year, we will be selling purple t-shirts that we encourage students, parents and staff to wear every Friday in April.  This is a new design from the past couple of years, so be sure to check out the website and place your order today!  Orders can only be made online, at https://slpta.org/product/purple-up/

and will only be taken through Friday, March 10th.  Please note that we will not have extras, as we're only purchasing the number of orders received.  There are various Youth and Adult sizes, and all shirts are $12.  Please contact Jess Abbott or Becky Hyatt with questions, at [email protected]

 

Yearbook Orders - Early Bird Sale!

SLES 2022-2023 yearbooks are available for preorder now! Yearbooks are $20 from now until March 24, 2023. The price per yearbook increases to $25 after the deadline. Order online today at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob

(School code: 13197823).

* If you are interested in donating a yearbook to SLES Care & Share, you will have the option to click on “Donation to School” when completing your order online. These funds will be used to purchase yearbooks which will be donated to the SLES Care & Share Program.

 

SLES Yearbook - Request for 6th Grade Baby Photos - Deadline Fri. 3/3!!

Attention 6th Grade Parents! Please send us a baby photo of your 6th grader so that we can include it in the yearbook’s ‘6th grade baby pic’ collage pages. This is always such a fun collage, and we need YOU to make it an inclusive success! Please send us your 6th grader’s baby pic no later than March 3 to [email protected]. Please include the phrase ‘Baby Pic’ along with your 6th grader’s name in the subject line of your email to us (e.g. ‘Lisa Smith - Baby Pic’). Thank you! We can’t wait to see your photos!

 

D3 Showcase Auditions Mon. 3/6 & Tues. 3/7 @ 4pm

The Dynamic, Diverse Dolphin (D3) Showcase is back! We are calling all singers, story-tellers, poets, magicians, comedians, gymnasts, rappers, dancers, athletes, and anyone with a unique talent to join us for this exciting show. Auditions will be held March 6 and 7th from 4-6 pm. Rehearsal dates will be announced once audition times are confirmed.

Sign up at this link to audition and be a part of this fun event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzdHdK5AIE-9g2ZmxvnSl5-YLUg4gUTJAj_T6OlptySfUAaQ/viewform

 The D3 Showcase will be held at Carl Sandburg MS on March 30th at 7:00 PM.

Questions? Please contact Holly Ferris - [email protected].

 

6th grade Lock-In - Fri. 3/10 @ 6pm

Mark your calendars for 6:00pm – 11:00pm on Friday, March 10th at SLES. An info/permission form was sent home in Wednesday folders and can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LRtjsa4fb9io7Fqpc9-4fe4EXGS3g42B/edit. If your student plans to attend, please get that turned into your teacher ASAP! This event is run solely by volunteer efforts so we will need many volunteers in order to pull it off.  If there is one event this year that you will be committing to volunteer for, this is the one to choose.  Please visit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4baba92ba1f49-sles#/ and come help give our students a memorable experience in their 6th grade year.  Parents will only be permitted to stay in the building during the lock-in if they are volunteering.

 

Families as Partners Workshop: A Simple View of Reading - Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm

Join a team of teachers on March 29th, from 6-7 pm in room C199 to learn about the Simple View of Reading (SVR) model that guides reading instruction at Stratford Landing Elementary. We will:

* Discuss Fairfax County School District’s shifts in reading instruction as we define the essential components of reading

* Consider how an effective approach to reading instruction addresses oral language comprehension as thoroughly as it addresses foundational skills of word recognition

* Recognize relationships between vocabulary knowledge, background knowledge, oral language proficiency, and reading comprehension

* Explore the importance of intentional use of rich vocabulary across all levels of instruction

* Learn how “conversational turns” in adult-child interactions foster development in key areas of the brain responsible for language comprehension 

Childcare and dinner will be provided! To register for this event, please complete this short form by March 22nd: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYxn0JwWmAy_lOD8tjNSeoTB3C2IsGtbraIGc7-HnvGjDAWQ/viewform

Questions? Please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected] or 703-619-3690.

 

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

Thurs. 3/2 - 2-hour early release

Fri. 3/3 - School Planning Day - NO SCHOOL

Mon. 3/6 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Tues. 3/7 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Fri. 3/10 @ 6pm - 6th Grade Lock-In

Fri. 3/24 - Yearbook ‘early bird’ price deadline

Wed. 3/29 @ 6pm - “Simple View of Reading” Families as Partners Workshop @ SLES

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

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Yearbook Orders - Early Bird Sale!

SLES 2022-2023 yearbooks are available for preorder now! Yearbooks are $20 from now until March 24, 2023. The price per yearbook increases to $25 after the deadline. Order online today at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob (School code: 13197823)!

* If you are interested in donating a yearbook to SLES Care & Share, you will have the option to click on “Donation to School” when completing your order online. These funds will be used to purchase yearbooks which will be donated to the SLES Care & Share Program.

 

SLES Yearbook - Request for 6th Grade Baby Photos

Attention 6th Grade Parents! Please send us a baby photo of your 6th grader so that we can include it in the yearbook’s ‘6th grade baby pic’ collage pages. This is always such a fun collage, and we need YOU to make it an inclusive success! Please send us your 6th grader’s baby pic no later than March 3 to [email protected]. Please include the phrase ‘Baby Pic’ along with your 6th grader’s name in the subject line of your email to us (e.g. ‘Lisa Smith - Baby Pic’). Thank you! We can’t wait to see your photos!

 

D3 Showcase Auditions Mon. 3/6 & Tues. 3/7 @ 4pm

The Dynamic, Diverse Dolphin (D3) Showcase is back! We are calling all singers, storytellers, poets, magicians, comedians, gymnasts, rappers, dancers, athletes, and anyone with a unique talent to join us for this exciting show. Auditions will be held March 6 and 7th from 4-6 pm. Rehearsal dates will be announced once audition times are confirmed.

Sign up at this link to audition and be a part of this fun event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzdHdK5AIE-9g2ZmxvnSl5-YLUg4gUTJAj_T6OlptySfUAaQ/viewform

 The D3 Showcase will be held at Carl Sandburg MS on March 30th at 7:00 PM.

Questions? Please contact Holly Ferris - [email protected].

 

6th grade Lock-In - Fri. 3/10 @ 6pm

Mark your calendars for 6:00pm – 11:00pm on Friday, March 10th at SLES. An info/permission form was sent home in Wednesday folders and can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LRtjsa4fb9io7Fqpc9-4fe4EXGS3g42B/edit. If your student plans to attend, please get that turned into your teacher ASAP! This event is run solely by volunteer efforts so we will need many volunteers in order to pull it off.  If there is one event this year that you will be committing to volunteer for, this is the one to choose.  Please visit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4baba92ba1f49-sles#/ and come help give our students a memorable experience in their 6th grade year.  Parents will only be permitted to stay in the building during the lock-in if they are volunteering.

 

Families as Partners Workshop: A Simple View of Reading

Join a team of teachers on March 29th, from 6-7 pm in room C199, to learn about the Simple View of Reading (SVR) model that guides reading instruction at Stratford Landing Elementary. We will:

*Discuss Fairfax County School District’s shifts in reading instruction as we define the essential components of reading

* Consider how an effective approach to reading instruction addresses oral language comprehension as thoroughly as it addresses foundational skills of word recognition

* Recognize relationships between vocabulary knowledge, background knowledge, oral language proficiency, and reading comprehension

* Explore the importance of intentional use of rich vocabulary across all levels of instruction

* Learn how “conversational turns” in adult-child interactions foster development in key areas of the brain responsible for language comprehension 

Childcare and dinner will be provided! To register for this event, please complete this short form by March 22nd: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYxn0JwWmAy_lOD8tjNSeoTB3C2IsGtbraIGc7-HnvGjDAWQ/viewform

Questions? Please contact our family liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected] or 703-619-3690.

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Sat. 2/18 @ 9am - Classroom Library Book Distribution

Mon. 2/20 - Presidents’ Day - NO SCHOOL

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

Thurs. 3/2 - 2-hour early release

Fri. 3/3 - School Planning Day - NO SCHOOL

Wed. 3/6 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Thurs. 3/7 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

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HELP WANTED Sat. 2/18 @ 9am - 11am - PTA Classroom Library Book Distribution

The PTA recently purchased classroom library books, and the shipments have arrived!  We need your help to unpack, sort, place stickers, and deliver to classrooms.  Students are welcome to help with parent supervision.  This can count towards 6th grade community service hours.  Sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1146995543049658052/false#/invitation

Email Kimberly John with questions - [email protected]

 

Classroom Spelling Bees - continuing through 2/17

Teachers have sent out classroom volunteer sign-ups. Haven’t received it? Here’s the link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49afae2aa3f9c61-2023?useFullSite=true#/

Questions? Please contact our spelling bee chairs, Rebecca Stites & Susannah Foley at [email protected].

One champion from each classroom bee (grades 1-6) will move on to the School-Wide Bee on 2/27 at 6pm. Send any volunteering questions to [email protected]

 

Families as Partners - Special Education Workshop Series Survey

Stratford Landing ES is planning the next workshop for the Families as Partners: Special Education Series, and we are looking for your feedback on what the next workshop should cover.

If you haven’t had a chance to complete the survey yet, please follow this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTwVK7VR9Xz7KwIIhLV1eug7VsNGxoPFyJ5gCHWtZdX-68-A/viewform

We value your time and input! If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Family Liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected].

 

D3 Showcase Auditions Wed. & Thurs. 3/6 & 3/7 @ 4pm

The Dynamic, Diverse Dolphin (D3) Showcase is back! We are calling all singers, story-tellers, poets, magicians, comedians, gymnasts, rappers, dancers, athletes, and anyone with a unique talent to join us for this exciting show. Auditions will be held March 6 and 7th from 4-6 pm. Rehearsal dates will be announced once audition times are confirmed.

Sign up at this link to audition and be a part of this fun event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzdHdK5AIE-9g2ZmxvnSl5-YLUg4gUTJAj_T6OlptySfUAaQ/viewform

The D3 Showcase will be held at Carl Sandburg MS on March 30th at 7:00 PM.

Questions? Please contact Holly Ferris - [email protected].

 

SLES 2022-2023 Yearbook Cover Contest Results

A big thanks to each of our SLES students who submitted their beautiful & creative artwork for this year's yearbook cover contest! We would like to thank our judges, Mr. Magee and Ms. Kim, for their time and effort in carefully reviewing each submission (anonymized prior to judging) and deliberating. In addition, we would like to thank Ms. Snow for helping ensure students could submit their entries while at school. Thanks to their hard work and determination, we get the honor of announcing the results to you this week. 

And the results are (drum roll, please):

School-wide 1st Place: Keiry G.S., 5th Grade

School-wide 2nd Place: Riley C., 6th Grade

School-wide 3rd Place: Leah S., 5th Grade

Top 3 per grade:

6th Grade: Keira P., Sofia D.

5th Grade:  Brynn F., Vivian F., Alexis R.

4th Grade: Henry M., Kensi K., Raya E.

3rd Grade:  Max G., Penelope F.

2nd Grade:  John P.

1st Grade:  Saron T., Scarlett S., Tucker F.

 

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Thurs. 2/9 @ 6pm - Young Authors’ Night @ SLES

Mon. 2/20 - Presidents’ Day - NO SCHOOL

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

Thurs. 3/2 - 2-hour early release

Fri. 3/3 - School Planning Day - NO SCHOOL

Wed. 3/6 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Thurs. 3/7 @ 4-6pm - D3 Showcase Auditions

Thurs. 3/30 @ 7pm - D3 Showcase @ Carl Sandburg MS

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Young Authors’ Night - Thurs. 2/9 from 6 - 7pm @ SLES

Please join the SLES community in A Celebration of Young Authors!

Starting at 6pm, have your students escort you through the hallways and classroom displays, participate in the evening by completing a giant mad lib at the end of Hallway C, suggest a word for the Wondrous Word Wall by Door 4, and write a letter in the Reading Room or a poem in the Library.

As your final activity, stop by the cafeteria for a sweet treat and view photos of young authors at work!

** Desserts and Help NEEDED! Young Authors’ Night Dessert Potluck **

We need help with manning the dessert table! If you can help, please sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/987002739732704059/false#/invitation

Questions? Email Kim John [email protected]

 

Classroom Spelling Bees! - Mon. 2/9-2/17

Teachers have sent out classroom volunteer sign-ups. Haven’t received it? Here’s the link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49afae2aa3f9c61-2023?useFullSite=true#/

Questions? Please contact our spelling bee chairs, Rebecca Stites & Susannah Foley at [email protected].

One champion from each classroom bee (grades 1-6) will move on to the School-Wide Bee on 2/27 at 6pm. Send any volunteering questions to [email protected]

 

Families as Partners: Special Education Workshop Series Survey

Stratford Landing ES is planning the next workshop for the Families as Partners: Special Education Series, and we are looking for your feedback on what the next workshop should cover.

If you haven’t had a chance to complete the survey yet, please follow this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTwVK7VR9Xz7KwIIhLV1eug7VsNGxoPFyJ5gCHWtZdX-68-A/viewform

We value your time and input! If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Family Liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected].

 

D3 Showcase Auditions Wed & Thurs. 3/6 & 3/7 @ 4pm

The Dynamic, Diverse Dolphin (D3) Showcase is back! We are calling all singers, story-tellers, poets, magicians, comedians, gymnasts, rappers, dancers, athletes, and anyone with a unique talent to join us for this exciting show. Auditions will be held March 6th and 7th from 4-6 pm. Rehearsal dates will be announced once audition times are confirmed.

Sign up at this link to audition and be a part of this fun event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzdHdK5AIE-9g2ZmxvnSl5-YLUg4gUTJAj_T6OlptySfUAaQ/viewform

 

The D3 Showcase will be held at Carl Sandburg MS on March 30th at 7:00 PM.

Questions? Please contact Holly Ferris - [email protected].

 

SLES 2022-2023 Yearbook Cover Contest Results

A big thanks to each of our SLES students who submitted their beautiful & creative artwork for this year's yearbook cover contest! We would like to thank our judges, Mr. Magee and Ms. Kim, for their time and effort in carefully reviewing each submission (anonymized prior to judging) and deliberating. In addition, we would like to thank Ms. Snow for helping ensure students could submit their entries while at school. Thanks to their hard work and determination, we get the honor of announcing the results to you this week. 

And the results are (drum roll, please):

School-wide 1st Place: Keiry G.S., 5th Grade

School-wide 2nd Place: Riley C., 6th Grade

School-wide 3rd Place: Leah S., 5th Grade

Top 3 per grade:

6th Grade: Keira P., Sofia D.

5th Grade:  Brynn F., Vivian F., Alexis R.

4th Grade: Henry M., Kensi K., Raya E.

3rd Grade:  Max G., Penelope F.

2nd Grade:  John P.

1st Grade:  Saron T., Scarlett S., Tucker F.

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Thurs. 2/9 @ 6pm - Young Authors’ Night @ SLES

Mon. 2/20 - Presidents’ Day - NO SCHOOL

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

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Young Authors’ Night - Thurs. 2/9 from 6 - 7pm @ SLES

Please join the SLES community in A Celebration of Young Authors!

Starting at 6pm, have your students escort you through the hallways and classroom displays, participate in the evening by completing a giant mad lib at the end of Hallway C, suggest a word for the Wondrous Word Wall by Door 4, and write a letter in the Reading Room or a poem in the Library.

As your final activity, stop by the cafeteria for a sweet treat and view photos of young authors at work!

** Help Needed! Young Authors’ Night Dessert Potluck **

We need help with manning the dessert table! If you can help, please sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/987002739732704059/false#/invitation

 

Questions? Email Kim John [email protected]

 

Spelling Bee Judges Needed! - Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm

We are in need of 3 judges for the school-wide spelling bee on 2/27 at 6pm.  Training will be provided.  Please email Kim John if you are interested in being a judge at [email protected]

 

Families as Partners: Special Education Workshop Series Survey

Stratford Landing ES is planning the next workshop for the Families as Partners: Special Education Series, and we are looking for your feedback on what the next workshop should cover.

If you haven’t had a chance to complete the survey yet, please follow this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTwVK7VR9Xz7KwIIhLV1eug7VsNGxoPFyJ5gCHWtZdX-68-A/viewform

We value your time and input! If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Family Liaison, Andrea Howard, at [email protected].

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Tues. 1/24 @ 6pm - BINGO Night @ Gum Springs Community Center

Wed. 1/25 - End of 2nd Quarter - 2 hr. early dismissal

Thurs. 1/26 - NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Fri. 1/27 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day

Thurs. 2/9 @ 6pm - Young Authors’ Night @ SLES

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

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SLES BINGO Night - Tues. 1/24 @ 6pm @ Gum Springs Community Center 

Free pizza, courtesy of the PTA, a brief new year update on upcoming events, and BINGO! Come join us on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at

Gum Springs Community Center Gym - 8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306

Please register:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFijqT1HPY9s9kzJsD9TNM4JMkW2k1rnBDqnuCj1LWhVXjYw/viewform

 

Young Authors’ Night - Thurs. 2/9 from 6 - 7pm @ SLES

Please join the SLES community in A Celebration of Young Authors!

Starting at 6pm, have your students escort you through the hallways and classroom displays, participate in the evening by completing a giant mad lib at the end of Hallway C, suggest a word for the Wondrous Word Wall by Door 4, and write a letter in the Reading Room or a poem in the Library.

As your final activity, stop by the cafeteria for a sweet treat and view photos of young authors at work!

** Desserts Needed! Young Authors’ Night Dessert Potluck **

The PTA is organizing a dessert potluck table in the cafeteria to help our authors celebrate with a yummy treat!  If you would like to contribute please sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/987002739732704059/false#/invitation

Questions? Email Kim John [email protected]

 

Spelling Bee Judges Needed! - Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm

We are in need of 3 judges for the school-wide spelling bee on 2/27 at 6pm.  Training will be provided.  Please email Kim John if you are interested in being a judge at [email protected]

 

Lost and Found - Please Label Items!

SLES plans to donate all Lost and Found items at the end of each month. If items (jackets, hats, scarves, water bottles, etc.) are labeled with a student name, the school can try to return those items to your student once it turns up in Lost & Found. Students will also know which items belong to them when looking through the Lost and Found.

 

Got Talent? D3 Showcase Co-Chair Needed!

The PTA is searching for a volunteer to join our D3 Showcase team as co-chair.  This individual will lead the talent show planning and day of coordination with current co-chair Holly Ferry.  The talent show is being scheduled for March/April.  Please email Kimberly John at [email protected] if interested.

 

 

 

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Tues. 1/24 @ 6pm - BINGO Night @ Gum Springs Community Center

Wed. 1/25 - End of 2nd Quarter - 2 hr. early dismissal

Thurs. 1/26 - NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Fri. 1/27 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day

Thurs. 2/9 @ 6pm - Young Authors’ Night @ SLES

Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm - SLES Spelling Bee

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SLES BINGO Night - Tues. 1/24 @ 6pm @ Gum Springs Community Center 

Free pizza, courtesy of the PTA, a brief new year update on upcoming events, and BINGO! Come join us on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at

Gum Springs Community Center Gym - 8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306

Please register:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFijqT1HPY9s9kzJsD9TNM4JMkW2k1rnBDqnuCj1LWhVXjYw/viewform

 

Young Authors’ Night - Thurs. 2/9 from 6 - 7pm @ SLES

Please join the SLES community in A Celebration of Young Authors!

Starting at 6pm, have your students escort you through the hallways and classroom displays, participate in the evening by completing a giant mad lib at the end of Hallway C, suggest a word for the Wondrous Word Wall by Door 4, and write a letter in the Reading Room or a poem in the Library.

As your final activity, stop by the cafeteria for a sweet treat and view photos of young authors at work!

** Desserts Needed! Young Authors’ Night Dessert Potluck **

The PTA is organizing a dessert potluck table in the cafeteria to help our authors celebrate with a yummy treat!  If you would like to contribute please sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/987002739732704059/false#/invitation

Questions? Email Kim John [email protected]

 

Spelling Bee Judges Needed! - Mon. 2/27 @ 6pm

We are in need of 3 judges for the school-wide spelling bee on 2/27 at 6pm.  Training will be provided.  Please email Kim John if you are interested in being a judge at [email protected]

 

Lost and Found - Please Label Items!

SLES plans to donate all Lost and Found items at the end of each month. If items (jackets, hats, scarves, water bottles, etc.) are labeled with a student name, the school can try to return those items to your student once it turns up in Lost & Found. Students will also know which items belong to them when looking through the Lost and Found.

 

Snack Reminder

As a reminder, please send your student to school with a snack every day, if able to do so. The PTA supports our school with snack purchases for when a student forgets their snack or is unable to bring a snack to school.

 

Care & Share Needs:

Please place donations in the red bins outside of the front office.

* Youth XL winter jackets

* Boys size 4T underwear

 

Got Talent? D3 Showcase Co-Chair Needed!

The PTA is searching for a volunteer to join our D3 Showcase team as co-chair.  This individual will lead the talent show planning and day of coordination with current co-chair Holly Ferry.  The talent show is being scheduled for March/April.  Please email Kimberly John at [email protected] if interested.

 

Library Volunteer Help Wanted

Did you know students checked out over 7,000 books during the month of September?  Ms. Snow, our fantastic school librarian, is looking for daily volunteer assistance to check in and shelf returned books and assist K through 2 with book checkout. Please consider signing up for a time slot (or several) using the Signup link below -- there are slots each day of the week.  A volunteer background check is NOT required to help in the library. 

Sign up to help:

https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1136993878898864054/false#/invitation

 

 

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Sun. 1/15 - SLES Club Registration Deadline

Mon. 1/16 - MLK, Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL 

Tues. 1/24 @ 6pm - BINGO Night @ Gum Springs Community Center

Wed. 1/25 - End of 2nd Quarter - 2 hr. early dismissal

Thurs. 1/26 - NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Fri. 1/27 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day

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Winter Club Registration Open Through Sun. Jan 15

Winter club registration is now OPEN!!! Please note, clubs are subject to change due to enrollment requirements. Please email questions to our Stratford POC @ [email protected]

Link to register: https://bc-ffx-stratfordlanding.jumbula.com/#/home

Registration closes on Jan 15th.

 

BINGO Night - DATE CHANGE - Tues. 1/24 @ 6pm @ Gum Springs Community Center 

Free pizza, courtesy of the PTA, a brief new year update on upcoming events, and BINGO! Come join us on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Gum Springs Community Center Gym - 8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306

Please register:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFijqT1HPY9s9kzJsD9TNM4JMkW2k1rnBDqnuCj1LWhVXjYw/viewform

 

Lost and Found  - Please Label Items!

SLES plans to donate all Lost and Found items at the end of each month. If items (jackets, hats, scarves, water bottles, etc.) are labeled with a student name, the school can try to return those items to your student once it turns up in Lost & Found. Students will also know which items belong to them when looking through the Lost and Found.

 

Snack Reminder

As a reminder, please send your student to school with a snack every day, if able to do so. The PTA supports our school with snack purchases for when a student forgets their snack or is unable to bring a snack to school.

 

Care & Share Needs:

Please place donations in the red bins outside of the front office.

* Youth XL winter jackets

* Boys size 4T underwear

 

Got Talent? D3 Showcase Co-Chair Needed!

The PTA is searching for a volunteer to join our D3 Showcase team as co-chair.  This individual will lead the talent show planning and day of coordination with current co-chair Holly Ferry.  The talent show is being scheduled for March/April.  Please email Kimberly John at [email protected] if interested.

 

Library Volunteer Help Wanted

Did you know students checked out over 7,000 books during the month of September?  Ms. Snow, our fantastic school librarian, is looking for daily volunteer assistance to check in and shelf returned books and assist K through 2 with book checkout. Please consider signing up for a time slot (or several) using the Signup link below -- there are slots each day of the week.  A volunteer background check is NOT required to help in the library. 

Sign up to help:

 https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1136993878898864054/false#/invitation

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Sun. 1/15 - SLES Club Registration Deadline

Mon. 1/16 - MLK Day - NO SCHOOL 

Wed. 1/18 @ 6pm - BINGO Night & SLES Art Exhibit

Wed. 1/25 - End of 2nd Quarter - 2 hr. early dismissal

Thurs. 1/26 - NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Fri. 1/27 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day

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BINGO NIGHT & SLES ART EXHIBIT - Wed. 1/18 @ 6pm 

Please join us for our annual PTA bingo night, this year we will be showcasing 100 pieces of art from SLES students. Come see and join us for a night of bingo and pizza!!! Please ensure you sign up here: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFijqT1HPY9s9kzJsD9TNM4JMkW2k1rnBDqnuCj1LWhVXjYw/viewform

 

Winter Clubs Registration Open!!!

Winter clubs registration is now OPEN!!! Please note, clubs are subject to change due to enrollment requirements. Should you have any questions regarding club details, please email our Stratford POC @ [email protected]

Link to register: https://bc-ffx-stratfordlanding.jumbula.com/#/home

Registration closes on Jan 15th

 

Lost and Found  - Please Label Items!

SLES plans to donate all Lost and Found items at the end of each month. If items (jackets, hats, scarfs, water bottles, etc.) are labeled with a student name, the school can try to return those items to your student once it turns up in Lost & Found. Students will also know which items belong to them when looking through the Lost and Found.

 

SLES Directory Art Cover Winners 

The PTA received so many wonderful art cover submissions for this year’s school directory. The art cover submissions will be on display on the PTA Bulletin Board in January. Congratulations to the following winners, whose artwork will appear in the directory: 

1st place - Leah S. (5th grade)

2nd place - Raya E. (4th grade)

3rd place - Isabella O. (4th grade)

4th place - Devon A. (6th grade)

 

Care & Share Needs:

Please place donations in the red bins outside of the front office.

- Youth XL winter jackets

- Boys size 4T underwear

 

Got Talent? D3 Showcase Co-Chair Needed!

The PTA is searching for a volunteer to join our D3 Showcase team as co-chair.  This individual will lead the talent show planning and day of coordination with current co-chair Holly Ferry.  The talent show is being scheduled for March/April.  Please email Kimberly John at [email protected] if interested.

 

Library Volunteer Help Wanted

Did you know students checked out over 7,000 books during the month of September?  Ms. Snow, our fantastic school librarian, is looking for daily volunteer assistance to check in and shelf returned books and assist K through 2 with book checkout. Please consider signing up for a time slot (or several) using the Signup link below -- there are slots each day of the week.  A volunteer background check is NOT required to help in the library. 

Sign up to help:

https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1136993878898864054/false#/invitation

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Mon. 12/12 - Spirit Day - Pajama Day

Tues. 12/13 - Spirit Day - Mismatch Day

Wed. 12/14 - Spirit Day - Sleigh Day (wear your favorite winter/holiday attire)

Thurs. 12/15 - Spirit Day - Twin Day

Fri. 12/16 - Spirit Day - Ugly Sweater Day 

12/19 - 1/2/23 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL

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SLES Directory Art Cover Winners 

The PTA received many wonderful art cover submissions for this year’s school directory! The art cover submissions will be on display on the PTA Bulletin Board in January. Congratulations to the following winners, whose art work will appear in the directory: 

- 1st place - Leah S. (5th grade)

- 2nd place - Raya E. (4th grade)

- 3rd place - Isabella O. (4th grade)

- 4th place - Devon A. (6th grade)

 

Care & Share Needs:

Please place donations in the red bins outside of the front office.

- Youth XL winter jackets

- Boys size 4T underwear

 

Got Talent? D3 Showcase Co-Chair Needed!

The PTA is searching for a volunteer to join our D3 Showcase team as co-chair.  This individual will lead the talent show planning and day of coordination with current co-chair Holly Ferry.  The talent show is being scheduled for March/April.  Please email Kimberly John at [email protected] if interested.

 

Library Volunteer Help Wanted

Did you know students checked out over 7,000 books during the month of September?  Ms. Snow, our fantastic school librarian, is looking for daily volunteer assistance to check in and shelf returned books and assist K through 2 with book checkout. Please consider signing up for a time slot (or several) using the Signup link below -- there are slots each day of the week.  A volunteer background check is NOT required to help in the library. 

Sign up to help: 

https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1136993878898864054/false#/invitation

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]

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

 

Stratford Landing Elementary PTA

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UPCOMING DATES:

Fri. 12/2 - Fri. 12/9 - Book Fair @ SLES 

Mon. 12/5 @ 5:30pm - PTA Membership Meeting in the Library 

Fri. 12/9 - Yearbook cover art extended deadline

Sun. 12/11 @ 4pm - SLES Parent Social @ Revel

12/19 - 1/2/23 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL

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PTA Member Meeting - Mon. 12/5 from 5:30-6:30pm in the Library

Join us for a brief member meeting in the SLES Library at the Book Fair! There will be light refreshments and child care.

 

The SLES Book Fair is THIS WEEK!!! 

From December 2 - 9, the Book Fair will be open in the Library from 9:00am-4:30pm.

Volunteers are needed to work the Book Fair! Sign-up: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1144709791945894028/false#/invitation

* On Monday 12/5, classes will visit the fair and make student wish lists. Students may purchase books during their normal library time, or they may visit the Book Fair at any time during the week with teacher permission. (Students will not check out library books during the week of the Book Fair.)

* Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted at the Book Fair. You can also give your child a safe, cashless way to shop the Book Fair with eWallet. With this digital payment option, you create an account for your child and add an exact amount of money for them to spend.  Please be aware that any money remaining in the eWallet account cannot be refunded. It will be carried over for future use or can be donated to the library.

Create an eWallet account:  https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/stratfordlanding

* Books will sell out at the fair, and restocking is limited this year due to supply chain issues. Items can be purchased online, though merchandise may vary between the online fair and the in-person Book Fair.

Visit the ONLINE Book Fair! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/stratfordlanding

 

SLES Parent Social - Sun. 12/11 from 4-6pm @ Revel

Stop by our first SLES Parent Social at Revel in Belle Haven! Meet other SLES families as we celebrate the season. Light refreshments and good company provided. 

 

Got Talent? D3 Showcase Co-Chair Needed!

The PTA is searching for a volunteer to join our D3 Showcase team as co-chair.  This individual will lead the talent show planning and day of coordination with current co-chair Holly Ferry.  The talent show is being scheduled for March/April.  Please email Kimberly John at [email protected] if interested.

 

Library Volunteer Help Wanted

Did you know students checked out over 7,000 books during the month of September?  Ms. Snow, our fantastic school librarian, is looking for daily volunteer assistance to check in and shelf returned books and assist K through 2 with book checkout. Please consider signing up for a time slot (or several) using the Signup link below -- there are slots each day of the week.  A volunteer background check is NOT required to help in the library. 

Sign up to help: 

https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1136993878898864054/false#/invitation

 

2022-2023 Yearbook Cover Contest - Deadline EXTENDED to 12/9!!

Attention all STUDENT ARTISTS! It’s time to create your artwork for the 2022-2023 Yearbook Cover Contest! The first-place winner will have their artwork featured on the front cover of the 2022-2023 yearbook.

This contest is open to ALL current students of Stratford Landing Elementary School, and the artwork should reflect your feelings about being part of the school community!

Requirements:

The following text must appear in your artwork: 

“Stratford Landing Elementary Yearbook 2022-2023”

“SLES: We Belong Here”

- Check all text for spelling! We cannot include artwork if it has misspellings.

- The artwork should reflect the yearbook theme (SLES: We Belong Here!) 

- Artwork must be on an 8.5” x 11” paper (copier or printer paper is acceptable, but card stock is preferred) – all other sizes of artwork and lined notebook paper will NOT be considered for the yearbook contest.

- Artwork must be positioned in portrait format (NO landscape format) to fit the yearbook cover.

- All artwork must be original and individually created.

- Parents may NOT assist their child in the creation of the piece.

Deadline and Submission Instructions:

- All artwork must be submitted by end of day on Friday, December 9, 2022.

- To maintain an anonymized judging process, please submit your artwork using only one of the following methods: 

Parents or students with a non-FCPS email account: Email an electronic copy (PDF or clear photograph) of your artwork to: [email protected]. We will send you a reply confirming receipt of your email and file.

Include in subject line: Student’s name, grade, classroom teacher’s name (e.g., Jesse Smith, 4th Grade, Ms. A. Brown)

Students with an FCPS email account: Email an electronic copy (PDF or clear photograph) of your artwork to Mrs. Snow: [email protected] 

Include in subject line: Your name, grade, classroom teacher’s name (e.g., Jesse Smith, 4th Grade, Ms. A. Brown)

Please keep your original artwork in a safe place until we announce the contest winner. We might need your original.

If you have questions, please contact Isabel Fernandez or Rebecca Benner at [email protected] 

 

Care & Share donations needed

As you clean out your kids’ closets, please keep in mind that there are students in need of the following items as the weather gets colder:

* Sweatpants

* Sweatshirts/hoodies (all youth sizes, but especially M, L, XL, & XXL)

Donate gently used or new sweats by placing them in the red bins outside of the front office, or see this link to purchase from our amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24N9Q6ODK8DQW.

Thank you for your ongoing support and generosity toward our Care & Share program!!

 

Questions?  Join our Facebook Page, view the  PTA website or 
e-mail:  [email protected]