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Collections for Holiday Gift Cards
Room parents are currently helping to collect voluntary contributions toward the purchase of holiday gift cards for Timber Lane teachers and staff. If you'd like to contribute, please send donations by December 13th. Make sure you include a note identifying what grade/teacher your student is in! You can drop off cash/checks at the front office.
Questions? Email Chelsea at [email protected]
Come out and support the TimberLane Library and school by attending:
The TimberLane ES book fair on Monday, December 16 thru Friday, December 20, from 9AM-3:30PM daily.
Public Late Night is, Wednesday, Dec 18th and Thursday, Dec 19th, @7pm.
Reminder: Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024
Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Alyssa Grabel at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2024.
The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.
Full-Time Referral Form (PDF)
Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement. Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April.
Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.
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🐾 P.A.W.S. (Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff)
When you see a staff member go above and beyond for your child or family, please take a moment to fill out this PAWS form to show your appreciation! We will then hand deliver your anonymous message to the staff member so they know they are appreciated. 😊
Shop with Minted.com for the Holidays
Now is a great time to order your holiday cards! Use the promo code: FUNDRAISETIMBER all year and you’ll receive 20% off your purchase at www.minted.com. Additionally, 20% of proceeds will be donated back to Timber Lane Elementary School. Share this code with your friends and family so they can take advantage of the savings as well!
Book Fair Support for Students
Thank you, to our friends at VA Express Lanes who provided the TLES PTA with a $2,000 grant for book fair vouchers through their Express Lanes Community Grant Program. This grant will help ensure every student at Timber Lane is able to select books for purchase regardless of the cost. This meaningful support makes all the difference
Family Restaurant Day at Taco Bamba in Falls Church
Join us on December 18th for the December Family Restaurant Day at Taco Bamba in Falls Church (located at 2190 Pimmit Dr, Falls Church, VA 22043 behind the Whole Foods). 20% of sales from anyone who dines at Taco Bamba all day is donated back to Timber Lane.
Remember: You must mention Timber Lane when placing your order in person OR use the code GIVE20 when placing an order online. Also valid toward the purchase of gift cards as well!
*Not valid on orders placed through third party delivery services like DoorDash or UberEats*
Help us Clear the Amazon Wishlist
Tis the season for germs! Help us ensure that every classroom has the tissues, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes they need to help keep kids healthy through the cold and flu season. Click here to browse the Amazon wishlist, and your purchase will be sent directly to the school. Please help.
Parents Night out with KiPS Family Gymnastics
We are excited to invite you to our next fundraising event: Timber Lane Parents' Night Out at KiPS Family Gymnastics! This is a fantastic opportunity for parents to enjoy a night off while your kids have a blast with gymnastics, games, a moon bounce, and more!
- Date: Friday, January 24
- Time: 5:15 PM – 8:30 PM
- Location: KiPS Family Gymnastics, 7395 Lee Hwy, Falls Church
- Cost: $60 includes a $20 donation to Timber Lane Elementary School!
- Eligible Children: Ages 3 and above (must be toilet independent)
- Activities Include: Moon bounce, games, gymnastics, movie, and free play!
It’s a win-win: your kids will have a fun-filled evening at Kips Gymnastics, and every registered child will help support Timber Lane Elementary PTA with a $20 donation.
This is a great way to enjoy some downtime while knowing your kids are in a safe, active, and fun environment. Plus, with the sibling discount, it’s a fantastic deal for families with multiple children!
Register to attend by clicking here.
After School Enrichment Registration Now Open
Registration for the winter session of after school enrichment is open from Friday December 13th through Sunday, January 12th. A listing of all class offerings and registration details can be found by clicking here
January Family Restaurant Night: Chipotle Falls Church
Join us for another fun Family Restaurant Night at Chipotle in Falls Church (358 West Broad Street).
25% of sales will be donated back to TLES! You must show the flyer if ordering in person or use the code NZKWGDZ if placing an order online. Not valid for third party food delivery services like UberEats or DoorDash.
❄️Preparing for Winter Weather:
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please Dogwood Elementary School 703-262-3100. The Dogwood staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
❄️December Important Dates:
December 16-20: TLES Admin's Staff Spirit Week & Days of Cheer (Daily Staff Appreciation Initiative) - Mr. Chiet will be reaching out for parent support)
December 16-20: Scholastic Book Fair at TimberLane ES Library
December 23-December 31: Winter Break (No School)
❄️January Important Dates:
January 1-3: Winter Break (No School)
January 6: Students return to school from break
January 15: Family Market
January 17: Winter Chorus Concert 7:00pm (Tentative Hold)
January 20: MLK Jr., Day & Inauguration Day (No School/Holiday)
January 23: Mclean Pyramid Chorus Concert (Time: TBD)
January 28: End of Quarter 2 Grading Period
January 29: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday/No School)
2024-25 FCPS School Calendar
Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon
One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices.
The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.
In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.
Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact your child’s school.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account, so you can easily access your child’s results and other helpful information.
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