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 GBW Closed for Winter Break

The School Office will be closed from December 23, 2024, to January 3, 2025.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact The Region 5 Office at 571-423-1150.

 

If your child is attending the SACC program here during Winter Break you may reach them directly at 703-633-6761.

 

 We hope you have a Wonderful and Safe Winter Break!!

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Dates to Remember:

December 23-January 3, 2025: Winter Break Holiday -- School Closed

January 6: First Day Return to School

January 20: Martin Luther King Day -- School Closed

FCPS 2024-2025 Standard School Year Calendar

 

Principal's Message:

 

Congratulations to our GBW Outstanding Employee Nominees!

We had 9 staff members recommended for Outstanding Employees this year as part of the FCPS Outstanding Employee Recognition Program!  We are so proud of these 9 nominees: 

• Brooke Johnson (2nd Grade Teacher)
• Sara Maiz (Kindergarten Teacher)
• Missy McNeilly (5th Grade Teacher)
• Charlotte Quigley (School Based Technology Specialist)
• Steve Smith (4th Grade Teacher)
• Sara Strohl (4th Grade Teacher)
• Lisa Scott (5th Grade Teacher)
• Tuan Vo (Building Supervisor)
• Andrew Blount (Principal)

 

Congratulations to our GBW Outstanding Employee Winners!

 

We also want to offer a special congratulations to the following staff who were selected as our school winners to represent Greenbriar West ES at the next level of awards in the Chantilly Pyramid:

 

Not Just Another Christmas Video

 

After almost four months, the students in the Savage Panda after school program finally completed the next video. It premiered on YouTube last Friday after the morning news show. In the video, students celebrate a variety of holidays throughout the year. To see their latest creation go this link: https://youtu.be/xPZ-1NWeHgc

 

Community Boundary Review Meetings

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• 📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review Update

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m. 

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

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Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

 

Sixth Grade Sexual Harassment Lessons in January

Fairfax County Public Schools want to make sure everyone feels safe and respected at school. To support this priority, two lessons were developed for sixth graders about sexual harassment. These lessons teach what sexual harassment is and how to stop it from happening. Students will learn what to do if they or a friend are being bothered in this way. The lessons also explain how schools help students who are being harassed so they can feel comfortable learning again. School counselors teach these two lessons as part of their counseling curriculum in January 2025.

 

Parents and guardians may choose to opt their child out of the two sixth-grade lessons on the topic of sexual harassment. Students who are opted out are provided with age-appropriate, non-punitive alternative instruction. Every effort is made to foster respect for family choice. Students will be included in the two sexual harassment lessons unless a parent or guardian completes an opt-out form. Please complete this opt-out form by January 6, 2025. 

 

 

 

Formed Families Forward is pleased to offer a new training for parents and caregivers to boost family safety and wellness as you prepare for all of the excitement and disruptions of your children’s break from school and their expectations for winter holiday celebrations. Join us for an interactive workshop and get new strategies for managing the winter break and for starting the new year strong!

 

December 16, 2024

11:45 am-1:00 pm (with a light lunch provided) OR 

6:45 - 8:00 pm (with a light dinner provided) 

Location: Charles Houston Recreation Center

Address: 901 Wythe St., Alexandria, VA 22314

Simultaneous SPANISH interpretation is available upon request.   Register Here. 

 

 

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation Webinar

 

Webinar - Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online December 13, 2024, from 10-11:30 a.m.

Register Here

 

Join us for this important webinar presented jointly by Fairfax County Schools, the Fairfax County Police Department, the Department of Justice, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

 

Webinar Highlights:

• What is Sextortion?
• What are FCPS and FCPD seeing in relation to sextortion?
• How can families help prevent their kids from becoming victims?

How should families respond if their child was victimized

 

 

 

Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions 6th Grade

 

Our school, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and the Virginia Department of Education, is conducting the Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions. We will survey students in grades 6, as well as classroom instructors and staff, beginning in January 2025. The purpose of the student survey is to measure student support, student engagement, school discipline, and safety conditions in each school. This information will be used to guide educational practices that produce a safe and supportive school environment.     

The student survey will be completed between January 6-February 28, 2025. The survey does not ask for your child’s name and all answers are anonymous. No one, including teachers and administrators, will know how your child answered the survey questions. You will not have access to your child’s survey answers. You may preview the questions asked in the student survey at this website: https://tinyurl.com/VaSchoolSurveyDCJS .

The survey will ask questions such as how students feel about their school, how students get along with one another and their teachers, how students feel about school rules, and their perceptions of their teachers’ willingness to help them. Please note that there are questions about topics that may be sensitive to some, including questions about bullying, mental health, and suicide. This is a great time to talk to your child about these important issues. For guidance and more resources on these topics, please see https://tinyurl.com/MentalHealthdcjs or  https://tinyurl.com/VDOEstudentservices.

All students in your child’s grade level are eligible to participate in the survey. The survey is voluntary, and you and/or your child can decide they prefer not to participate. No action will be taken against you, your child, or the school if your child does not participate. If you do not wish for your child to participate, please complete this form by December 20, 2024.

The Virginia School Survey results are provided to the school around the end of the school year.  You can find survey results for your school and division here: https://tinyurl.com/VaSchoolSurvey. The results are used by the school, the division, and the state to identify strengths and to address relevant needs to improve learning environments for your child as well as students across the state. 

Thank you for your cooperation in this important study of Virginia’s schools.

 

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Upcoming Dates:

 

Jump Rope Assembly: Thursday, December 19, during the school day for all students 

PTA Meeting: Thursday, January 16, 6:30 pm, online only

Junior Spelling Bee (grades 1-3):  Wednesday, January 22, 5:30pm, GBW Cafeteria

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Wednesday, January 29, 11am-9pm, Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

Senior Spelling Bee (grades 4-6): Monday, February 10, 5:30pm, GBW Gym

I Heart Panda Winter Dance: Friday, February 21, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Monday, February 24, 4-7pm, Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

 

Wish List for GBW Staff

It's the time of year when you might be thinking about buying a gift for a GBW staff member.  Here are some of their wish lists.  

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/w/wishlists

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 247 members. The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership will be announced as soon as we reach our 250-member goal and will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events Cocoa & Cookies for GBW Staff

We would CRUMBLE without them, so let's treat our SWEET staff to some yummy treats before Winter Break!

Please note what type of cookie/treat you'll be bringing in (ex: chocolate chip cookies, brownies, snickerdoodles, sugar cookies, blondies, etc).

You may drop off items in the main office during office hours between Wednesday, Dec 11 - Tuesday, Dec 17, or before school on Wednesday, Dec 18.

Sign-up Link: GBW: Cookies & Cocoa

 

Yearbook Cover Contest

Design the 2024-2025 GBW Yearbook Cover!

 

 

“Growing Knowledge,

Rooted in Kindness”

Due Date:  January 24, 2025

 

• Submit your artwork on a standard 8 ½” x 11” sheet of printer paper.
• Extend your artwork all the way to the edge of the paper. No white border! 
• The artwork must include the following: “Greenbriar West Elementary”, “2024-2025” and the theme “Growing Knowledge, Rooted in Kindness” in bold, clear, and neatly done lettering.
• All TEXT must be kept within the 7 ¾” x 10” interior parameter of the paper. This includes your name.
• Write your name neatly in the lower right corner (within the interior parameter).
• Complete the entry form at the bottom of this flyer and attach it to the back of your artwork.

 

You can use markers, crayons, paint, or colored pencils, but outline your letters and images in black, like a coloring book, so that they stand out.  Bold and bright colors work best; light, soft colors do not always print well.  No 3-D artwork.

 

Please ensure that your artwork depicts the theme – if it does not it will not be considered. There will be one winner for the front cover, one winner for the back cover, with runners-up placed throughout the yearbook.

 

All entries must be turned in by January 24, 2025.  No entries will be considered after that date.  Place artwork in the box marked “Yearbook” in the GBW office. Winners will be announced on WGBW the following week. 

 

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GBW 2024-2025 Yearbook Cover Contest

 

Name: _________________________________________________________

 

Grade / Teacher: _________________________________________________

 

Parent Signature: _________________________________________________

 

Place artwork in the box marked “Yearbook” in the GBW office.

Due date is January 24, 2025

 

 

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Winter After School Clubs

 

Check out the after school clubs that will begin at GBW in January.  More clubs are being added, so check back throughout the month.  

For enrollment and class information, check out this link:

After school enrichment programs made easy

 

Winter Break Day Camps Fundraiser At Focus Family

Fairfax's BEST award-winning camps are teaming up with Greenbriar West to give GBW parents a special discount on our Winter Break Camps.  

Each day camp is $50 (originally $75) and all the money goes to GBW PTA!

   All day camps are from 7am to 6pm. 

There is a pizza lunch available to purchase.

Must receive emergency forms 48 hours prior to camp date!

Winter Camps Science of Ice and Snow Friday December 27

Sonic the Hedgehog Day Monday December 30

Winter Minecraft Holiday Thursday January 2

Brains vs Brawn Friday January 3

Sign Up www.fairfaxafterschool.com

11230 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax VA 22030 (703) 691-6127

No-School Wednesday All Day Fundraiser Fun!

Wednesday, January 29, 11am-9pm

Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

 

Monday Night  Fundraiser Fun!

Monday, February 24, 4pm-7pm

Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

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Mrs. Giglio Retiring after 31 years

Dear GBW,

Mrs. Odom and I are writing to share that Bene Giglio will be retiring from Greenbriar West ES and Fairfax County Public Schools on Friday, December 20, 2024.  Mrs. Giglio has proudly served our GBW community for 24 years and has worked for FCPS for 31 years.  Mrs. Giglio, it has been inspiring to see your passion, excitement, and love for our students and love for music.  The way you share your love of music with our students has helped countless students to discover their own musical talents and joy in performing music for audiences.  Over the years, you have encouraged countless young musicians to discover their musical talents in ways that will last them a lifetime.  You have been our students' best advocate to help modify our musical instruction and instruments in ways so that our students with physical disabilities can still experience the same joy that others experience in music.  And best of all you have loved our students in special ways so that every student has felt seen, heard, and loved as a valuable member of our GBW family.  We thank you for your service to our GBW students, staff, and community and we wish you the best in this next chapter of your life. 

Parents, below is a picture of Mrs. Giglio's Commitments that she has posted outside of her classroom.  Dear Mrs. Giglio- Mrs. Odom and I are honored to have served collaboratively with you, and we thank you for living up to your heartfelt commitments shown below.  You will be dearly missed by our students, staff, and our GBW Family.   

Sincerely, Mr. Blount and Mrs. Odom

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Dates to Remember:

December 23-January 3, 2025: Winter Break Holiday -- School Closed

January 6: First Day Return to School

January 20: Martin Luther King Day -- School Closed

FCPS 2024-2025 Standard School Year Calendar

 

Principal's Message:   Kiss 'n Ride: Get an Early Start

Due to winter’s arrival and inclement weather approaching, we have been experiencing an uptick in students arriving late to class via the Kiss and Ride line and we would like to reinforce our morning Kiss and Ride procedures.

 

Arrival Times and Protocols:

• 8:50 – 9:20 a.m. GBW doors will be open for student arrival and the Kiss and Ride line will be open.  Students that arrive early before 9:05 a.m. will wait in the gym until 9:05 when the first bell rings

.  ***For Safety Concerns, please do not drop-off students 

at school prior to 8:50 a.m. 

• Scheduled Supervision by our staff begins at 8:50am. 
• 9:05 a.m. All classrooms are open for instruction and students waiting in the gym are dismissed to homeroom class. 

***Please note that most classes start their morning routines at 9:05 a.m. and our goal is to get students to class and situated prior to the 9:20 a.m. late bell. 

• 9:20 a.m. Late bell rings and the Kiss and Ride Line closes.  Students arriving after 9:20 a.m. must have a parent or guardian check them in at the front office. 

 

Winter Spirit Week December 16-20, 2024

 

Monday, 12/16 -- Teacher Student Swap Day!

                            Teachers dress like Students and Kids dress like Teachers.

Tuesday 12/17 --  Animal Day!

                             Dress like an Animal

Wednesday 12/16 --  Culture Day!

                                  Dress like your Traditional Culture or just your favorite                                        one

Thursday 12/19 -- GBW Day!

                              Dress up in green or Panda-wear to represent our school

Friday 12/20 --   Pajama Day!

                          Dress up in your favorite PJs

Join in on the Fun!!

 

GBW Lost & Found Please claim your items

As winter break approaches, we are asking all students and parents to visit our LOST and FOUND section in the cafeteria. At the end of the school day on December 20, all unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

 

 

Formed Families Forward is pleased to offer a new training for parents and caregivers to boost family safety and wellness as you prepare for all of the excitement and disruptions of your children’s break from school and their expectations for winter holiday celebrations. Join us for an interactive workshop and get new strategies for managing the winter break and for starting the new year strong!

 

December 16, 2024

11:45 am-1:00 pm (with a light lunch provided) OR 

6:45 - 8:00 pm (with a light dinner provided) 

Location: Charles Houston Recreation Center

Address: 901 Wythe St., Alexandria, VA 22314

Simultaneous SPANISH interpretation is available upon request.   Register Here. 

 

 

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation Webinar

 

Webinar - Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online December 13, 2024, from 10-11:30 a.m.

Register Here

 

Join us for this important webinar presented jointly by Fairfax County Schools, the Fairfax County Police Department, the Department of Justice, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

 

Webinar Highlights:

• What is Sextortion?
• What are FCPS and FCPD seeing in relation to sextortion?
• How can families help prevent their kids from becoming victims?

How should families respond if their child was victimized

 

 

 

Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions 6th Grade

 

Our school, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and the Virginia Department of Education, is conducting the Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions. We will survey students in grades 6, as well as classroom instructors and staff, beginning in January 2025. The purpose of the student survey is to measure student support, student engagement, school discipline, and safety conditions in each school. This information will be used to guide educational practices that produce a safe and supportive school environment.     

The student survey will be completed between January 6-February 28, 2025. The survey does not ask for your child’s name and all answers are anonymous. No one, including teachers and administrators, will know how your child answered the survey questions. You will not have access to your child’s survey answers. You may preview the questions asked in the student survey at this website: https://tinyurl.com/VaSchoolSurveyDCJS .

The survey will ask questions such as how students feel about their school, how students get along with one another and their teachers, how students feel about school rules, and their perceptions of their teachers’ willingness to help them. Please note that there are questions about topics that may be sensitive to some, including questions about bullying, mental health, and suicide. This is a great time to talk to your child about these important issues. For guidance and more resources on these topics, please see https://tinyurl.com/MentalHealthdcjs or  https://tinyurl.com/VDOEstudentservices.

All students in your child’s grade level are eligible to participate in the survey. The survey is voluntary, and you and/or your child can decide they prefer not to participate. No action will be taken against you, your child, or the school if your child does not participate. If you do not wish for your child to participate, please complete this form by December 20, 2024.

The Virginia School Survey results are provided to the school around the end of the school year.  You can find survey results for your school and division here: https://tinyurl.com/VaSchoolSurvey. The results are used by the school, the division, and the state to identify strengths and to address relevant needs to improve learning environments for your child as well as students across the state. 

Thank you for your cooperation in this important study of Virginia’s schools.

 

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Upcoming Dates:

 

Spelling Bee Qualifying Round:  December 2-13, for Grades 1-6, online, at home

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm - 5th grade chorus performance at 6pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

Jump Rope Assembly: Thursday, December 19, during the school day for all students 

PTA Meeting: Thursday, January 16, 6:30 pm, online only

Junior Spelling Bee (grades 1-3):  Wednesday, January 22, 5:30pm, GBW Cafeteria

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Wednesday, January 29, 11am-9pm, Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

Senior Spelling Bee (grades 4-6): Monday, February 10, 5:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Monday, February 24, 4-7pm, Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 247 members. The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership will be announced as soon as we reach our 250-member goal and will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events Cocoa & Cookies for GBW Staff

We would CRUMBLE without them, so let's treat our SWEET staff to some yummy treats before Winter Break!

Please note what type of cookie/treat you'll be bringing in (ex: chocolate chip cookies, brownies, snickerdoodles, sugar cookies, blondies, etc).

You may drop off items in the main office during office hours between Wednesday, Dec 11 - Tuesday, Dec 17, or before school on Wednesday, Dec 18.

Sign-up Link: GBW: Cookies & Cocoa

Barnes & Noble Night is December 12

 

Barnes & Noble Bookfairs and Greenbriar West PTA

Thursday, December 12 from 5-7pm at the Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

12193 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax, VA 22033

 

Listen to our 5th grade choir perform at 6pm.

Hear stories read by some VIP (Very Important Pandas)

See creative artwork by GBW students displayed in the Cafe

Meet local authors and see their latest books

 

Visit bn.com/bookfairs to support us online from December 12 to 17, 2024 by entering Bookfair ID 12821021 at checkout.

 

A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases will benefit the GBW PTA.  

 

 

GBW @ the Commanders Game

Thank you to everyone who came out to support GBW and the Washington Commanders on December 1.  

Winter After School Clubs

 

Check out the after school clubs that will begin at GBW in January.  More clubs are being added, so check back throughout the month.  

For enrollment and class information, check out this link:

After school enrichment programs made easy

No-School Wednesday All Day Fundraiser Fun!

Wednesday, January 29, 11am-9pm

Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

 

Monday Night  Fundraiser Fun!

Monday, February 24, 4pm-7pm

Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

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Dates to Remember:

December 9: Early Release Monday -- 3 hours early, 12:55pm

December 23-January 3, 2025: Winter Break Holiday -- School Closed

January 6: First Day Return to School

January 20: Martin Luther King Day -- School Closed

FCPS 2024-2025 Standard School Year Calendar

 

Principal's Message:

 

IMPORTANT: Early Release Monday December 9, 2024

Dear GBW,

This upcoming Monday, December 9, 2024 is a 3-hour early release. Students will be dismissed at 12:55pm. Please plan accordingly.

Thank you for all your efforts in this endeavor,

Mr. Blount & Mrs. Odom

 

Winter Spirit Week December 16-20, 2024

 

Monday, 12/16 -- Teacher Student Swap Day!

                            Teachers dress like Students and Kids dress like Teachers.

Tuesday 12/17 --  Animal Day!

                             Dress like an Animal

Wednesday 12/16 --  Culture Day!

                                  Dress like your Traditional Culture or just your favorite                                        one

Thursday 12/19 -- GBW Day!

                              Dress up in green or Panda-wear to represent our school

Friday 12/20 --   Pajama Day!

                          Dress up in your favorite PJs

Join in on the Fun!! Please Return Forms by Thursday, December 12, 2024

Federal Impact Aid

The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available to complete in ParentVue starting on Monday, October 21st. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

 

Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions 6th Grade

 

Our school, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and the Virginia Department of Education, is conducting the Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions. We will survey students in grades 6, as well as classroom instructors and staff, beginning in January 2025. The purpose of the student survey is to measure student support, student engagement, school discipline, and safety conditions in each school. This information will be used to guide educational practices that produce a safe and supportive school environment.     

The student survey will be completed between January 6-February 28, 2025. The survey does not ask for your child’s name and all answers are anonymous. No one, including teachers and administrators, will know how your child answered the survey questions. You will not have access to your child’s survey answers. You may preview the questions asked in the student survey at this website: https://tinyurl.com/VaSchoolSurveyDCJS .

The survey will ask questions such as how students feel about their school, how students get along with one another and their teachers, how students feel about school rules, and their perceptions of their teachers’ willingness to help them. Please note that there are questions about topics that may be sensitive to some, including questions about bullying, mental health, and suicide. This is a great time to talk to your child about these important issues. For guidance and more resources on these topics, please see https://tinyurl.com/MentalHealthdcjs or  https://tinyurl.com/VDOEstudentservices.

All students in your child’s grade level are eligible to participate in the survey. The survey is voluntary, and you and/or your child can decide they prefer not to participate. No action will be taken against you, your child, or the school if your child does not participate. If you do not wish for your child to participate, please complete this form by December 20, 2024.

The Virginia School Survey results are provided to the school around the end of the school year.  You can find survey results for your school and division here: https://tinyurl.com/VaSchoolSurvey. The results are used by the school, the division, and the state to identify strengths and to address relevant needs to improve learning environments for your child as well as students across the state. 

Thank you for your cooperation in this important study of Virginia’s schools.

 

  GBW Lost & Found Please claim your items

As winter break approaches, we are asking all students and parents to visit our LOST and FOUND section in the cafeteria. At the end of the school day on December 20, all unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

 

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Upcoming Dates:

 

Spelling Bee Qualifying Round:  December 2-13, for Grades 1-6, online, at home

Restaurant Fundraiser: Tuesday, December 3, 4-10 pm. Buffalo Wing Factory in Greenbriar Town Center

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm - 5th grade chorus performance at 6pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

Jump Rope Assembly: Thursday, December 19, during the school day for all students 

PTA Meeting: Thursday, January 16, 6:30 pm, online only

Junior Spelling Bee (grades 1-3):  Wednesday, January 22, 5:30pm, GBW Cafeteria

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Wednesday, January 29, time TBA, Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

Senior Spelling Bee (grades 4-6): Monday, February 10, 5:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Monday, February 24, 4-7pm, Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 244 members. The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership will be announced as soon as we reach our 250 member goal and will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events Barnes & Noble Night is December 12

 

Barnes & Noble Bookfairs and Greenbriar West PTA

Thursday, December 12 from 5-7pm at the Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

12193 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax, VA 22033

 

Listen to our 5th grade choir perform at 6pm.

Hear stories read by some VIP (Very Important Pandas)

See creative artwork by GBW students displayed in the Cafe

Meet local authors and see their latest books

 

Visit bn.com/bookfairs to support us online from December 12 to 17, 2024 by entering Bookfair ID 12821021 at checkout.

 

A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases will benefit the GBW PTA.  

 

 

Iris Photoshoot Fundraiser for GBW PTA

Unique, fun, and affordable!  All net proceeds donated to

Greenbriar West PTA!

 

Price is $50 per person and includes high resolution digital images.  The studio is located in Chantilly, 3 miles from GBW ES.

 

Book at www.eyeconicphoto.com and enter the following code at checkout:  PANDA.

 

Offer valid through 12/31/2024.

 

 

GBW at the Commanders Game

GBW PTA has partnered with the

Washington Commanders

for the December 1 game:

  Commanders vs. Tennessee Titans. 

Buy your tickets through our exclusive link and GBW PTA will receive a portion of each ticket purchase. 

Plus, at this fun event, everyone from GBW will get to go on the field for a photo opportunity!   Hope to see you there!  

https://pa.exchange/marketplace/46f65bb4-87e4-11ef-8a84-2bcf436b8dcc/storefront/46f65db2-87e4-11ef-a70f-8b75d671ed7c

 

Buffalo Wing Factory (Greenbriar Town Center) -- December 3

Join GBW on December 3 from 4-10pm at the Buffalo Wing Factory.  Be sure to add your receipt in the store's box for your purchase to be counted in their giveback to GBW PTA.

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Upcoming Dates:

 

GBW at the Commanders Game: Sunday, December 1, 1pm, Southwest Field

Spelling Bee Qualifying Round:  December 2-13, for Grades 1-6, online, at home

Restaurant Fundraiser: Tuesday, December 3, 4-10 pm. Buffalo Wing Factory in Greenbriar Town Center

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm - 5th grade chorus performance at 6pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

Jump Rope Assembly: Thursday, December 19, during the school day for all students 

PTA Meeting: Thursday, January 16, 6:30 pm, online only

Junior Spelling Bee (grades 1-3):  Wednesday, January 22, 5:30pm, GBW Cafeteria

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Wednesday, January 29, time TBA, Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

Senior Spelling Bee (grades 4-6): Monday, February 10, 5:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Monday, February 24, 4-7pm, Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

GBW Spelling Bee

This year, we're kicking off our spelling bee journey with grade-level bees using Scripp's online testing platform. To participate, register your student(s) for the online testing platform by Thanksgiving (Nov 28) at https://online-test.spellingbee.com. The online test can be completed at home between December 2-13.  You must sign up your student!  Winners will advance to the junior or senior school bee.

All study lists are available in Schoology under your parent account. For extra practice, download the Scripps WordClub app and use the official study lists at spellingbee.com/word-club.

 

All bee competitions are optional and not a part of the school curriculum.  If a student is not interested, they do not have to participate.

Questions? Check out the FAQs on https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/w/spellingbee

Order Your Yearbook 

Capture your memories in the 2024-2025 GBW yearbook!  This year, you can customize two pages with your own pictures for no additional charge. You will be able to do the following:

1. Add photos from your computer, Social Media platforms, Google Drive, phone and more.

2. Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.

The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. 

Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $1.99.

Use this link:

Create Account

Regular price:  $22.64.

Create Custom Pages by April 14!!

 

 

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 244 members.  The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership will be announced soon as we reach our 250-member goal and will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events Barnes & Noble Night is December 12

 

Barnes & Noble Bookfairs and Greenbriar West PTA

Thursday, December 12 from 5-7pm at the Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

12193 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax, VA 22033

 

Listen to our 5th grade choir perform at 6pm.

Hear stories read by some VIP (Very Important Pandas)

See creative artwork by GBW students displayed in the Cafe

 

Visit bn.com/bookfairs to support us online from December 12 to 17, 2024 by entering Bookfair ID 12821021 at checkout.

 

A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases will benefit the GBW PTA.  

 

 

Iris Photoshoot Fundraiser for GBW PTA

Unique, fun, and affordable!  All net proceeds donated to

Greenbriar West PTA!

 

Price is $50 per person and includes high resolution digital images.  The studio is located in Chantilly, 3 miles from GBW ES.

 

Book at www.eyeconicphoto.com and enter the following code at checkout:  PANDA.

 

Offer valid through 12/31/2024.

 

 

GBW at the Commanders Game

GBW PTA has partnered with the

Washington Commanders

for the December 1 game:

  Commanders vs. Tennessee Titans. 

Buy your tickets through our exclusive link and GBW PTA will receive a portion of each ticket purchase. 

Plus, at this fun event, everyone from GBW will get to go on the field for a photo opportunity!   Hope to see you there!  

https://pa.exchange/marketplace/46f65bb4-87e4-11ef-8a84-2bcf436b8dcc/storefront/46f65db2-87e4-11ef-a70f-8b75d671ed7c

 

Buffalo Wing Factory (Greenbriar Town Center) -- December 3

Join GBW on December 3 from 4-10pm at the Buffalo Wing Factory.  Be sure to add your receipt in the store's box for your purchase to be counted in their giveback to GBW PTA.

13300 Poplar Tree Road, Fairfax, VA 22033  | Main Office: 703.633.6700
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Dates to Remember:

November 18-22:  GBW Book Fair in Library

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday -- School Closed

December 23-January 3, 2025: Winter Break Holiday -- School Closed

January 6: First Day Back from Winter Break 

January 20: Martin Luther King Day -- School Closed

FCPS 2024-2025 Standard School Year Calendar

 

Principal's Message:

 

Dear GBW,

Today was a wonderful day as we invited families in for a family meal at our annual GBW Thanksgiving Luncheon.  On behalf of our GBW staff, we want to thank our families for your strong support of Greenbriar West ES.  Your partnership is essential in creating a positive and enriching learning environment for our students.  Today, the luncheon was filled with laughter, smiles, and joy.  We appreciate everyone helping to make this a special community event.

Next week will be a very short week where FCPS has scheduled our Thanksgiving Break holidays. There will be no school on Wednesday 11/27, Thursday 11/28, and Friday 11/29.  We are excited for our students, staff, and families to have this much needed break. 

We hope this Thanksgiving break provides your family with an opportunity to relax, recharge, and create lasting memories. Please stay safe and healthy during this time. 

 

Happy Thanksgiving GBW

Mr. Blount and Mrs. Odom

 

Woodson High School Re-Dedicated in Honor GBW Student’s great-great uncle (Carter G. Woodson)

Fairfax County Public Schools recently had a renaming dedication ceremony to rename Woodson High School to Carter G. Woodson High School on Thursday, October 24, 2024.  Greenbriar West ES is particularly proud of this event because one of our students from GBW, Carter G. Woodson Smith, is the great-great nephew of Carter G. Woodson (Photo shown below by Karen Bolt/Fairfax County Public Schools).  Carter, we are so proud of your great-great uncle and his accomplishments that earned him the recognition to have Carter G. Woodson High School named after him.  For those interested in learning more about Carter G. Woodson’s accomplishments and the naming of the high school, please see this article from Northern Virginia Magazine: https://northernvirginiamag.com/family/education/2024/10/24/woodson-high-school-re-dedicated-in-honor-of-new-namesake-carter-g-woodson/

Federal Impact Aid

The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available to complete in ParentVue starting on Monday, October 21st. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

 

 

December Webinars at the Family Resource Center

Interpretation available

 

Stress Less, Enjoy More. Reducing Stress and Increasing Happiness: A Webinar for Families

Kids and families are under stress from so many sources, and they are suffering as a result. Achievement pressure, time pressure, social pressure, and uncertainty about a rapidly changing world are eroding the health of our youth. But it doesn’t have to be that way!

Well-known parenting expert, psychologist and author (and FCPS parent) Dr. Heather Tedesco will show you:

• The surprising ways stress shows up in kids
• The power parents have to reduce stress (in our kids and ourselves)
• How we can nurture happiness and build psychological strength in our kids long-term
• Specific strategies to stress less and enjoy more

December 6, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register Here

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online

Join us for this important webinar presented jointly between Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax County Police Department, the Department of Justice, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Webinar Highlights:

• What is Sextortion?
• What are FCPS and FCPD seeing with respect to sextortion?
• How can families help prevent their kids from becoming victims?
• How should families respond if their child was victimized?

December 13, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register Here

Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person course)

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. 

The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE):

• Assess for risk of suicide or harm. •    Listen nonjudgmentally. •    Give reassurance and information. •    Encourage appropriate professional help. •    Encourage self-help and other support strategies.

December 20, 2024, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Family Resource Center

2334 Gallows Road 

Dunn Loring, VA 22027

Register for Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person course) 30 spaces available

 

 

    Snack Donations Needed

Please review the sign-up link below for Snack Donation Opportunities:

Greenbriar West ES: GBW Snack Donations

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Upcoming Dates:

 

GBW at the Commanders Game: Sunday, December 1, 1pm, Southwest Field

Spelling Bee Qualifying Round:  December 2-13, for Grades 1-6, online, at home

Restaurant Fundraiser: Tuesday, December 3, 4-10 pm. Buffalo Wing Factory in Greenbriar Town Center

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm - 5th grade chorus performance at 6pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

Jump Rope Assembly: Thursday, December 19, during the school day for all students 

PTA Meeting: Thursday, January 16, 6:30 pm, online only

Junior Spelling Bee (grades 1-3):  Wednesday, January 22, 5:30pm, GBW Cafeteria

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Wednesday, January 29, time TBA, Chuck E. Cheese in Herndon

Senior Spelling Bee (grades 4-6): Monday, February 10, 5:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser:  Monday, February 24, 4-7pm, Dave & Busters at Fair Oaks Mall

GBW Spelling Bee

This year, we're kicking off our spelling bee journey with grade-level bees using Scripp's online testing platform. To participate, register your student(s) for the online testing platform by Thanksgiving (Nov 28) at https://online-test.spellingbee.com. The online test can be completed at home between December 2-13.  You must sign up your student!  Winners will advance to the junior or senior school bee.

All study lists are available in Schoology under your parent account. For extra practice, download the Scripps WordClub app and use the official study lists at spellingbee.com/word-club.

 

All bee competitions are optional and not a part of the school curriculum.  If a student is not interested, they do not have to participate.

Questions? Check out the FAQs on https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/w/spellingbee

Order Your Yearbook 

Capture your memories in the 2024-2025 GBW yearbook!  This year, you can customize two pages with your own pictures for no additional charge. You will be able to do the following:

1. Add photos from your computer, Social Media platforms, Google Drive, phone and more.

2. Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.

The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. 

Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $1.99.

Use this link:

Create Account

Regular price:  $22.64.

Create Custom Pages by April 14!!

 

 

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 244 members.  The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership will be announced soon and will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events

 

Science Olympiad & Math Olympiad Interest

GBW now has a Math Olympiad (MOEMS) team! 

If your student is interested in participating in the Math Olympiad or the Science Olympiad, please fill out this form.  Details are still being worked out, but your response will help us to prepare teams.  

Interest in Math Olympiad or Science Olympiad

 

ACSL Team Interest

 

GBW is planning to host a team for the ACSL.  Read more below:

The American Computer Science League (ACSL) offers students from elementary to high school the opportunity to learn and compete in computer science and programming. It covers various topics, including algorithms, data structures, digital electronics, and computer programming concepts. ACSL competitions are divided into different divisions based on grade level and skill, providing challenges suitable for all levels. Participating in ACSL helps students enhance their problem-solving skills and deepen their understanding of computer science fundamentals. The competitions are held throughout the academic year, culminating in a final contest for qualifying teams and individuals. We are planning to host a team for elementary division (K-6) that is related to Computer science Non-programming test, focused on a single category of content. The topics covered are Computer Number Systems, Prefix / Infix / Postfix Notation, Boolean Algebra, and Graph Theory. 

 

Please refer for more details - https://www.acsl.org/get-started/divisions/intro-to-elementary-division   

 

If interested, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line "ACSL" and your child's name and teacher.  Thank you!

 

Iris Photoshoot Fundraiser for GBW PTA

Unique, fun, and affordable!  All net proceeds donated to

Greenbriar West PTA!

 

Price is $50 per person and includes high resolution digital images.  The studio is located in Chantilly, 3 miles from GBW ES.

 

Book at www.eyeconicphoto.com and enter the following code at checkout:  PANDA.

 

Offer valid through 12/31/2024.

 

 

Science and Math Olympiad Interest

If your student is interested in participating in the Math Olympiad or the Science Olympiad, please fill out this form.  Details are still being worked out, but your response will help us to prepare teams.  

Interest in Math Olympiad or Science Olympiad

 

GBW at the Commanders Game

GBW PTA has partnered with the

Washington Commanders

for the December 1 game:

  Commanders vs. Tennessee Titans. 

Buy your tickets through our exclusive link and GBW PTA will receive a portion of each ticket purchase. 

Plus, at this fun event, everyone from GBW will get to go on the field for a photo opportunity!   Hope to see you there!  

https://pa.exchange/marketplace/46f65bb4-87e4-11ef-8a84-2bcf436b8dcc/storefront/46f65db2-87e4-11ef-a70f-8b75d671ed7c

 

Buffalo Wing Factory (Greenbriar Town Center) -- December 3

Join GBW on December 3 from 4-10pm at the Buffalo Wing Factory.  Be sure to add your receipt in the store's box for your purchase to be counted in their giveback to GBW PTA.

13300 Poplar Tree Road, Fairfax, VA 22033  | Main Office: 703.633.6700
Attendance: 703.633.6767 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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Dates to Remember:

Friday, November 15: Fall Picture Retake Day

November 18-22:  GBW Book Fair in Library

Thursday, November 21:  GBW Thanksgiving Lunch

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday -- School Closed

 

Principal's Message: Veterans' Day Luncheon and Parade

Greenbriar West Elementary School recently hosted a special Veterans Day luncheon on Friday, November 8th to honor our military-connected families. Over 20 families gathered to enjoy a catered meal provided by local businesses: Olive Garden, Buffalo Wing Factory, Texas Roadhouse, and Wegmans.

Following the luncheon, a parade was held to celebrate these families. Students lined the halls with American Flags to cheer and show their appreciation for the sacrifices made by their military connected friends and their loved ones.

The school community is proud to have representation from all six branches of the U.S. military. Among the military spouses and Blue Star moms on staff, Greenbriar West is home to Office Assistant, Sally Bippert veteran Coast Guard Officer and 2nd-grade teacher Daphne Clarence, who came to us as a career switcher and is a recent Air Force retiree.

Military Family Liaison Katie Belyea-Musitani played a crucial role in organizing the event. Her dedication to supporting military families is invaluable.

The school hopes this event fostered a sense of community and pride among its military-connected families.

 

 

GBW Book Fair!!

It’s almost time for the Scholastic Book Fair!  The Book Fair will be open from November 18th – November 22nd in the GBW Library. 

Please visit the GBW Book Fair Homepage:

Book Fair Homepage

• We are encouraging families to sign up for eWallet accounts for your students. Cash, check, and credit cards will be accepted also, but eWallet is the easiest and safest way for kids to shop! 

Please click on the link below to set-up eWallet:

How eWallet Works

• Volunteer at the Book Fair using this link:

Greenbriar West Elementary School: Book Fair Volunteers 2024

• Students will be bringing home wish lists on November 18th and 19th and will be able to shop during school November 20th – 22nd.
• Teacher Wish Lists: 

  Click here to give your child’s teacher a gift to purchase books for the classroom. https://greenbriarwestes.fcps.edu/announcements/book-fair-coming

• Family Shopping Opportunities
  • Tuesday, November 19th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday, November 21st before or after joining your child for the Thanksgiving Luncheon
• Teachers will be setting up eWallet accounts of their own.  If you wish, you can contribute to the classroom eWallet accounts so teachers can buy books of their choice for their classroom libraries. The individual classroom links will be coming soon!

We can’t wait to see your child at the Scholastic Book Fair!

 

Save the Date: Thanksgiving Lunch Thursday, November 21, 2024

Join us at GBW for the Thanksgiving Lunch and enjoy time with your student while celebrating a wonderful school event.

Adult/Guest meals are $4.75 each. (Including younger siblings)

Student meals are $3.25 each 

All lunch payments for both students and guests will ONLY be through MySchoolBucks so please be sure to add extra funds to your child's Meal Accounts accordingly. 

This process expedites check-out through the lunch-line with your student. 

If students have free or reduced lunch, their guests may add funds to the MySchoolbucks Meal Account to cover the adult/guest meal.

There are no pre-event ticket sales or day-of-event ticket sales. 

 

Modified paper copy lunch schedules will be sent out in Thursday Folders soon!

 

***For safety reasons, we will be requiring all parents / guardians to check into the main office using a valid driver’s license or government issued ID.  Please plan accordingly to accommodate parking time and time to wait in line to check in at the main office. 

 

Picture Retake Day Friday, November 15

Your student is eligible to have a picture taken on retake day if:

·         Your student was absent for the first picture day (9/19)

·         Your student was new to GBW after 9/19

·         You paid for a picture package and wish to have the picture retaken. **

**Original package must be returned and given to the photographer on retake day. 

Full-Time AAP Referrals Due 12/15/24

If you're planning to submit a full-time AAP referral for your child, we are currently accepting packets. You can submit your packet anytime between now and the firm FCPS deadline of Sunday, December 15, 2024. If your packet is ready, we encourage early submission so that Michelle Wilbern, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), can begin processing it.

All packets received on or prior to the December 15 deadline will be processed. If you have any questions about the referral process, please reach out to Mrs. Wilbern soon, as she will be on leave from November 20, 2024, to January 6, 2025.

For questions or support, please contact Michelle Wilbern (AART) at [email protected] before November 20th.

Federal Impact Aid

The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available to complete in ParentVue starting on Monday, October 21st. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

 

 

December Webinars at the Family Resource Center

Interpretation available

 

Stress Less, Enjoy More. Reducing Stress and Increasing Happiness: A Webinar for Families

Kids and families are under stress from so many sources, and they are suffering as a result. Achievement pressure, time pressure, social pressure, and uncertainty about a rapidly changing world are eroding the health of our youth. But it doesn’t have to be that way!

Well-known parenting expert, psychologist and author (and FCPS parent) Dr. Heather Tedesco will show you:

• The surprising ways stress shows up in kids
• The power parents have to reduce stress (in our kids and ourselves)
• How we can nurture happiness and build psychological strength in our kids long-term
• Specific strategies to stress less and enjoy more

December 6, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register Here

Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online

Join us for this important webinar presented jointly between Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax County Police Department, the Department of Justice, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Webinar Highlights:

• What is Sextortion?
• What are FCPS and FCPD seeing with respect to sextortion?
• How can families help prevent their kids from becoming victims?
• How should families respond if their child was victimized?

December 13, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register Here

Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person course)

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. 

The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE):

• Assess for risk of suicide or harm. •    Listen nonjudgmentally. •    Give reassurance and information. •    Encourage appropriate professional help. •    Encourage self-help and other support strategies.

December 20, 2024, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Family Resource Center

2334 Gallows Road 

Dunn Loring, VA 22027

Register for Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person course) 30 spaces available

 

 

    Snack Donations Needed

Please review the sign-up link below for Snack Donation Opportunities:

Greenbriar West ES: GBW Snack Donations

Rocky Run Theater: You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

 Come see past Greenbrier West students and friends in Rocky Run Middle School's fall theater show: You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! Four performances from November 22-24. Tickets are $8 for 6th grade and under; $10 for 7th grade and up. Enjoy a show that will be fun for the whole family! Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15634/. See you there!

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Upcoming Dates:

Science Night:  Thursday, November 14, 6:00-7:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser: Friday, November 15, Honeygrow

GBW at the Commanders Game: Sunday, December 1, 1pm, Southwest Field

Restaurant Fundraiser: Tuesday, December 3, 4-10 pm. Buffalo Wing Factory in Greenbriar Town Center

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

 

The Children's Science Center Lab presents Family Science Night on 11/14

All students and their families are invited to the GBW Gym on Thursday, November 14 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm for a free event presented by the

Children's Science Center Lab. 

• 90 minute evening program combining science learning and family bonding.

• Hands-on activities demonstrating a variety of scientific principles making STEM learning fun, accessible, and more appealing to today’s students.

• Activities are most appropriate for children between 5 and 12 years of age.

• Designed for caretakers to self-guide their students through each station.

Activities include: Stacking Currency: Building Financial Literacy, Monster Math: Creating with Probability, Slippery Slopes: Exploring Water Pollution, among others. Students will be participating in these hands-on experiments, specially designed to provoke interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. 

Order Your Yearbook 

Capture your memories in the 2024-2025 GBW yearbook!  This year, you can customize two pages with your own pictures for no additional charge. You will be able to do the following:

1. Add photos from your computer, Social Media platforms, Google Drive, phone and more.

2. Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.

The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. 

Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $1.99.

Use this link:

Create Account

Regular price:  $22.64.

Create Custom Pages by April 14!!

 

 

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 241 members.  The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership will be announced next week and will receive a popsicle party soon.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events

 

Bus Driver Hospitality Event

Help us to say thank you to the bus drivers who take care in getting our students to and from school each day. Please sign up to bring a treat at the following link:

 

GBW: Bus Driver Appreciation Breakfast

 

 

Iris Photoshoot Fundraiser for GBW PTA

Unique, fun, and affordable!  All net proceeds donated to

Greenbriar West PTA!

 

Price is $50 per person and includes high resolution digital images.  The studio is located in Chantilly, 3 miles from GBW ES.

 

Book at www.eyeconicphoto.com and enter the following code at checkout:  PANDA.

 

Offer valid through 12/31/2024.

 

 

Science and Math Olympiad Interest

If your student is interested in participating in the Math Olympiad or the Science Olympiad, please fill out this form.  Details are still being worked out, but your response will help us to prepare teams.  

Interest in Math Olympiad or Science Olympiad

 

GBW at the Commanders Game

GBW PTA has partnered with the

Washington Commanders

for the December 1 game:

  Commanders vs. Tennessee Titans. 

Buy your tickets through our exclusive link and GBW PTA will receive a portion of each ticket purchase. 

Plus, at this fun event, everyone from GBW will get to go on the field for a photo opportunity!   Hope to see you there!  

https://pa.exchange/marketplace/46f65bb4-87e4-11ef-8a84-2bcf436b8dcc/storefront/46f65db2-87e4-11ef-a70f-8b75d671ed7c

Honeygrow (Fair Lakes Shopping Center) -- November 15

Join GBW on November 15 all day at the new Honeygrow (in Fair Lakes).  Be sure to use code GIVE156 online or in the store.  

Fair Lakes | Hours + Location | honeygrow

 

Buffalo Wing Factory (Greenbriar Town Center) -- December 3

Join GBW on December 3 from 4-10pm at the Buffalo Wing Factory.  Be sure to add your receipt in the store's box for your purchase to be counted in their giveback to GBW PTA.

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Dates to Remember:

Friday, November 8: Veterans Day Luncheon and Parade

Monday November 11: Veteran's Day Holiday -- School Closed

Friday, November 15: Fall Picture Retake Day

November 18-22:  GBW Book Fair in Library

Thursday, November 21:  GBW Thanksgiving Lunch

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday -- School Closed

 

Principal's Message: Thanksgiving Luncheon Thursday, November 21st

Come join us for the Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 21st!

Please look for a special e-Notify email message that will be sent tomorrow providing a detailed lunch schedule as well as special information regarding this event. Please be aware your student’s lunch time will differ on this day.

We hope to see you there! 

Families will also be invited to attend the GBW Scholastic Bookfair after enjoying lunch with their child at this event. 

 

 

GBW Book Fair!!

It’s almost time for the Scholastic Book Fair!  The Book Fair will be open from November 18th – November 22nd in the GBW Library. 

Please visit the GBW Book Fair Homepage:

Book Fair Homepage

• We are encouraging families to sign up for eWallet accounts for your students. Cash, check, and credit cards will be accepted also, but eWallet is the easiest and safest way for kids to shop! 

Please click on the link below to set-up eWallet:

How eWallet Works

• Volunteer at the Book Fair using this link:

Greenbriar West Elementary School: Book Fair Volunteers 2024

• Students will be bringing home wish lists on November 18th and 19th and will be able to shop during school November 20th – 22nd.

• Family Shopping Opportunities
  • Tuesday, November 19th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday, November 21st before or after joining your child for the Thanksgiving Luncheon
• Teachers will be setting up eWallet accounts of their own.  If you wish, you can contribute to the classroom eWallet accounts so teachers can buy books of their choice for their classroom libraries. The individual classroom links will be coming soon!

We can’t wait to see your child at the Scholastic Book Fair!

 

Save the Date: Thanksgiving Lunch Thursday, November 21, 2024

Join us at GBW for the Thanksgiving Lunch and enjoy time with your student while celebrating a wonderful school event.

Adult/Guest meals are $4.75 each. (Including younger siblings)

Student meals are $3.25 each 

All lunch payments for both students and guests will ONLY be through MySchoolBucks so please be sure to add extra funds to your child's Meal Accounts accordingly. 

This process expedites check-out through the lunch-line with your student. 

If students have free or reduced lunch, their guests may add funds to the MySchoolbucks Meal Account to cover the adult/guest meal.

There are no pre-event ticket sales or day-of-event ticket sales. 

 

Modified paper copy lunch schedules will be sent out in Thursday Folders soon!

 

***For safety reasons, we will be requiring all parents / guardians to check into the main office using a valid driver’s license or government issued ID.  Please plan accordingly to accommodate parking time and time to wait in line to check in at the main office. 

Full-Time AAP Referrals Due 12/15/24

If you're planning to submit a full-time AAP referral for your child, we are currently accepting packets. You can submit your packet anytime between now and the firm FCPS deadline of Sunday, December 15, 2024. If your packet is ready, we encourage early submission so that Michelle Wilbern, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), can begin processing it.

All packets received on or prior to the December 15 deadline will be processed. If you have any questions about the referral process, please reach out to Mrs. Wilbern soon, as she will be on leave from November 20, 2024, to January 6, 2025.

For questions or support, please contact Michelle Wilbern (AART) at [email protected] before November 20th.

Federal Impact Aid

The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available to complete in ParentVue starting on Monday, October 21st. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

 

 

 

 

 

  November Webinars at the Family Resource Center

Interpretation available

 

 

  Register for this Month's Webinars and Workshops

Interpretation available

5 Ways to De-Escalate a Nuclear Meltdown & Stop the Shame Cycle: A Webinar for Families

Plans go awry, your child gets disappointed or doesn’t get their way. They begin getting upset. Rational talk doesn’t work. Nothing does. Now your child is in full meltdown mode and doesn’t hold back. What do you do?

Calm Parenting Podcast founder, Kirk Martin will show you:

• How to calm kids with big emotions.
• Exactly what to say in the moment and how.
• Why intensity is critical and why to avoid eye contact.
• How to stop the cycle of shame and embarrassment.

November 11, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

Language Arts and Literacy Instruction for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities Accessing an Adapted Curriculum

Join us for an information session on the K-6 language arts and literacy curriculum for students with significant cognitive disabilities who access an adapted curriculum. This will include an overview of programming available to ensure evidence-based literacy instruction for all K-6 students.

Webinar Highlights: 

• Virginia Literacy Act updates
• Components of evidence-based literacy instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities
• Language arts and literacy programming for students who are accessing an adapted curriculum

Join the FCPS Office of Special Education Instruction, Adapted Curriculum Team for this important webinar.

November 12, 2024 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Register online

مهارات التنظيم والاداره (الوظائف التنفيذيه). Executive Functioning Skills

*presented in Arabic

اذا كنت تواجه صعوبات مع الأبناء فيما يتعلق بتنظيم الوقت وترتيب الأولويات ويتأثر بذلك أدائهم الدراسي والأنشطه اليوميه و سلوكياتهم أو اذا كنت ترغب في تنميه مهارات التنظيم والاداره لديهم فأنت مدعو لحضور

ندوه مقدمه باللغه العربيه عبر الزووم للتعرف علي مهارات الوظائف التنفيذيه ومراحل تطورها حسب كل مرحله عمريه وتأثيرها علي التعلم والسلوكيات والعلاقات الاجتماعيه بالاضافه الي كيفيه تنميتها وتحديد اي قصور لمعالجته من أجل أداء أكاديمي أفضل و مهارات سلوكيه واجتماعيه متطوره

Are your children having difficulty with organizing time and setting priorities? Does it effect their academic performance, daily activities, and behaviors? Do you want to develop their organization and management skills?

You are invited to attend a Webinar presented in Arabic via Zoom to learn about executive function skills and their stages of development according to each age group. In addition we will examine each skill’s impact on learning, behavior and social relationships You will learn how to develop the skills for better academic performance and advanced behavioral and social skills.

الأربعاء الثالت عشر من شهر نوفمبر (تشرين الثاني) 11/13/2024 من الساعه العاشره الي الحاديه عشر ونصف صباحا

November 13, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

Teen Series: Building Resilience: Helping Teens Develop Coping Skills and Emotional Intelligence

Join us for a series of insightful sessions focusing on the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of teen development. Learn strategies to support resilience, mental health, and healthy boundaries, fostering a nurturing environment for adolescents to thrive.

Webinar Highlights:

• Learn resilience-building techniques.
• Develop emotional intelligence.
• Strengthen support networks.

November 16, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

Starting The Conversation About Drugs: A Webinar for Families

Drugs and drug prevention have become increasingly important topics in recent years.

Are you unsure about how to approach the topic of drugs with your child? Join us to learn how to navigate this importance discussion with confidence and ease!

Webinar Highlights

• Tips to start the conversation about drugs, as early as 4 years old
• Practical advice and real-world examples
• Strategies to prevent drug abuse

Presented by Beth Mohaupt, FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

November 22, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

 

  Register for this Month's Webinars and Workshops

Interpretation available

 

FCPS Family Resource Center Web | Email: [email protected] | Phone: 703-204-3941

Snack Donations Needed

Please review the sign-up link below for Snack Donation Opportunities:

Greenbriar West ES: GBW Snack Donations

 

Picture Retake Day Friday, November 15

Your student is eligible to have a picture taken on retake day if:

·         Your student was absent for the first picture day (9/19)

·         Your student was new to GBW after 9/19

·         You paid for a picture package and wish to have the picture retaken. **

**Original package must be returned and given to the photographer on retake day. 

 

Rocky Run Middle School Invites you to join us for a Q&A with

Dr. Michelle Reid Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools

 

Where: Rocky Run Middle School

When: Thursday, November 7, 2024

 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151

 

Questions? Please contact Rachel Sweeney at

[email protected]

 

FAIRFAX COUNTY YOUTH SURVEY

6th GRADE STUDENTS

November 14, 2024

The Fairfax County Youth Survey, a collaboration between the Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is a comprehensive, anonymous, and voluntary survey given each year to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12. The survey examines behaviors, experiences, and other factors that influence the health and well-being of Fairfax County's youth. The results, published each year at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/youthsurvey, identify trends and areas of need, providing a snapshot of the county's youth and serving as a barometer of the community's effectiveness in fostering healthy choices in young people

Greenbriar West ES will be administering the Fairfax County Youth Survey on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 9:30am.

While it is our hope that as many students as possible will participate, if you do not wish for your child to take part in the Youth Survey, please complete the form linked here and return it to your child's school counselor no later than November 1, 2024. If you have already opted your child out of this survey using the Parent Digital Consent (fcps.edu) you do not need to provide additional information to the school counselor.

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Upcoming Dates:

Science Night:  Thursday, November 14, 6:00-7:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser: Friday, November 15, Honeygrow

GBW at the Commanders Game: Sunday, December 1, 1pm, Southwest Field

Restaurant Fundraiser: Tuesday, December 3, 4-10 pm. Buffalo Wing Factory in Greenbriar Town Center

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

 

The Children's Science Center Lab presents Family Science Night on 11/14

All students and their families are invited to the GBW Gym on Thursday, November 14 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm for a free event presented by the

Children's Science Center Lab. 

• 90 minute evening program combining science learning and family bonding.

• Hands-on activities demonstrating a variety of scientific principles making STEM learning fun, accessible, and more appealing to today’s students.

• Activities are most appropriate for children between 5 and 12 years of age.

• Designed for caretakers to self-guide their students through each station.

Activities include: Stacking Currency: Building Financial Literacy, Monster Math: Creating with Probability, Slippery Slopes: Exploring Water Pollution, among others. Students will be participating in these hands-on experiments, specially designed to provoke interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. 

Order Your Yearbook Early with discount

Capture your memories in the 2024-2025 GBW yearbook!  This year, you can customize two pages with your own pictures for no additional charge. You will be able to do the following:

1. Add photos from your computer, Social Media platforms, Google Drive, phone and more.

2. Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.

The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. 

Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $1.99.

Order your Yearbook before October 31 and receive 10% off your order!  

Use this link:

Create Account

Regular price:  $22.64.

Create Custom Pages by April 14!!

 

 

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 239 members.  The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership by 10/31 will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

https://greenbriarwest.givebacks.com/store

 

Upcoming PTA Events

 

Bus Driver Hospitality Event

Help us to say thank you to the bus drivers who take care in getting our students to and from school each day. Please sign up to bring a treat at the following link:

 

GBW: Bus Driver Appreciation Breakfast

 

 

Science and Math Olympiad Interest

If your student is interested in participating in the Math Olympiad or the Science Olympiad, please fill out this form.  Details are still being worked out, but your response will help us to prepare teams.  

Interest in Math Olympiad or Science Olympiad

 

GBW at the Commanders Game

GBW PTA has partnered with the

Washington Commanders

for the December 1 game:

  Commanders vs. Tennessee Titans. 

Buy your tickets through our exclusive link and GBW PTA will receive a portion of each ticket purchase. 

Plus, at this fun event, everyone from GBW will get to go on the field for a photo opportunity!   Hope to see you there!  

https://pa.exchange/marketplace/46f65bb4-87e4-11ef-8a84-2bcf436b8dcc/storefront/46f65db2-87e4-11ef-a70f-8b75d671ed7c

Honeygrow (Fair Lakes Shopping Center) -- November 15

Join GBW on November 15 all day at the new Honeygrow (in Fair Lakes).  Be sure to use code GIVE156 online or in the store.  

Fair Lakes | Hours + Location | honeygrow

 

Buffalo Wing Factory (Greenbriar Town Center) -- December 3

Join GBW on December 3 from 4-10pm at the Buffalo Wing Factory.  Be sure to add your receipt in the store's box for your purchase to be counted in their giveback to GBW PTA.

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Dates to Remember:

Friday, November 1: Diwali Holiday -- School Closed

November 4-5: Teacher Workdays -- Student Holiday

Friday, November 8: Veterans Day Luncheon and Parade

Monday November 11: Veteran's Day Holiday -- School Closed

Friday, November 15: Fall Picture Retake Day

Thursday, November 21:  GBW Thanksgiving Lunch

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday -- School Closed

Safety Reminders from the Principals

Dear Families,

We are constantly reviewing our safety protocols to see if we can improve any of our school practices to improve students safety.  As such, we have a few safety reminders to share.

Safety Reminders:

1. During arrival and dismissal, when approaching Greenbriar West on Poplar Tree Road from Stringfellow Road, do not turn left into the parking lot. Please drive past the school, turn left on Plaza Lane, and join the Kiss ‘n Ride (K&R) line. Follow the red directional arrows shown in image below.
2. During arrival and dismissal, parents are not permitted to park in the bus loop. Instead, they must use the K&R line to drop off or pick up students.  If you need to check into the building or check a student out early at times close to arrival / dismissal, park in our parking lot nearest door #8. 
3. When leaving the GBW K&R line during arrival / dismissal, there is no left turn allowed out of our parking lot from the K&R line as is reinforced by the traffic sign showing “Right Turn Only”. Follow the yellow directional arrows shown in image below.
4. Please do not park in our handicapped parking spaces unless you have a VDOT issued handicapped parking pass.  We have students with physical disabilities that require access to these spaces during arrival and dismissal.  
5. Parents & Guardians are reminded that they must ring the buzzer at Door #1 to enter our building with a valid government issued ID. Parents and Guardians are not permitted to enter our building through any other entrance. 

Thank you again families for helping to keep our students safe and our Kiss N' Ride line moving efficiently.  

Mr. Blount and Mrs. Odom

Nominations Now Open for 2024-25 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!

To submit a nomination for a Greenbriar West Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google Form. You can only nominate one employee for each category, but you can submit multiple nominations! All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a short paragraph describing how the employee demonstrates exceptional work according to the criteria for that category.

If your nominee is selected to represent Greenbriar West ES, you will be asked to assist with completing the Nomination Packet. The Google Form contains detailed information about the criteria and eligibility for each category, listed below:

Award Categories

Outstanding Teacher

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding New Teacher

• Eligibility: Up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding Professional Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional position supporting school leadership.
• Examples: Technology Specialists, MTSS Coordinators, Psychologists, Social Workers, School Counselors, Resource Teachers in administrative roles, Special Education Department Chairs (teaching less than 50% of the time), Reading Specialists without a regular course load.

Outstanding Operational Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support employee.
• Examples: Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistants, Parent Liaisons.

Outstanding Leader

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current role as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator (excluding principals).
• Examples: Assistant Principals

Outstanding Principal

• Eligibility: Up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/district)

Deadline:

All nominations must be submitted by Friday, November 1st.

If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Wilbern at [email protected]

We look forward to celebrating the amazing work of our Greenbriar West staff!

Veterans Day Tribute Military Families Invited to GBW Luncheon & Parade

ALL Active Duty, Reserve or Veteran family are invited to a special Veterans Day Luncheon & Parade as we honor you and your families and show you our appreciation for your service.  Please join us on November 8, 2024 at 12:00-1:15pm in the Gym.  Please RSVP by Noon on November 6 at this link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUbcO5wIYfIJxD03hh04kPjHZcPyNbXMwGCxAltYgiVvRVhg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

 

Special Tribute

To commemorate our military veterans for their service and sacrifice, we invite ALL GBW students and families to join us in a special tribute. Please email a digital photo of your family member(s) who has served in the Armed Forces to Kay Billman: [email protected] by November 6th. We will create a gallery of family photos featuring your loved ones & display them in our school to honor their dedication and courage. Let's come together to show our appreciation for the brave men and women who have protected our country.

Thank you for your participation.

***Reminder: If attending please, follow all Parent/Visitor Check-in Protocol in the Front Office. Thank you! ***

GBW School Safety Reminders for Parent Visitors:

Dear Parents,

As part of our staff collaboration with families, we are excited to invite you in for parent teacher conferences this quarter.  If you haven’t already received an invitation to schedule a parent teacher conference from your teacher, you should be expecting an invitation sometime soon.  Our hope is to schedule a teacher conference with all our families so we can continue to build on our strong collaboration to better support student learning.  As you schedule and attend these teacher conferences, please note the reminders below for checking in at the main office.

 

GBW School Safety Reminders for Parent Visitors:

• All visitors must check in at the main office using a government issued photo ID and sign in on our Visitor Management System. 
• Please ensure you are wearing the “visitor” sticker throughout the duration of your visit.
• After signing in, please go directly to your assigned meeting location.   
• We ask that you only attend the classrooms that you are scheduled for a conference / meeting for that day. If you have multiple student conferences, please go directly to and from each classroom.  
• If you prefer to visit another one of your student’s teachers or former teachers, please schedule a meeting with that teacher.
• After your conference, please return to the Main Office to check-out using your sticker.  
• ***Please note we will be using these same visitor safety check-in procedures for all workdays including (school days, teacher workdays, school planning days, and staff development days). 

 

Full-Time AAP Referrals Due 12/15/24

If you're planning to submit a full-time AAP referral for your child, we are currently accepting packets. You can submit your packet anytime between now and the firm FCPS deadline of Sunday, December 15, 2024. If your packet is ready, we encourage early submission so that Michelle Wilbern, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), can begin processing it.

All packets received on or prior to the December 15 deadline will be processed. If you have any questions about the referral process, please reach out to Mrs. Wilbern soon, as she will be on leave from November 20, 2024, to January 6, 2025.

For questions or support, please contact Michelle Wilbern (AART) at [email protected] before November 20th.

Immunization Clinics

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will host immunization clinics for any FCPS student age 18 or younger at Frost Middle School on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic. 

 

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Federal Impact Aid

The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available to complete in ParentVue starting on Monday, October 21st. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

 

 

 

 

 

  November Webinars at the Family Resource Center

Interpretation available

SIBTEEN: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

Attention FCPS parents!!! From the same people who brought you Sibshops, we are excited to introduce SibTeen for grades 7-9!

SibTeen is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with disabilities. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences. SibTeen is a place where participants will feel validated and understood and can build upon their community of support. And…. there will be food! 

November 5, 2024, 1-4 p.m.

Pulley Center 6500 Quander Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

Register Online

 

  Register for this Month's Webinars and Workshops

Interpretation available

5 Ways to De-Escalate a Nuclear Meltdown & Stop the Shame Cycle: A Webinar for Families

Plans go awry, your child gets disappointed or doesn’t get their way. They begin getting upset. Rational talk doesn’t work. Nothing does. Now your child is in full meltdown mode and doesn’t hold back. What do you do?

Calm Parenting Podcast founder, Kirk Martin will show you:

• How to calm kids with big emotions.
• Exactly what to say in the moment and how.
• Why intensity is critical and why to avoid eye contact.
• How to stop the cycle of shame and embarrassment.

November 11, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

Language Arts and Literacy Instruction for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities Accessing an Adapted Curriculum

Join us for an information session on the K-6 language arts and literacy curriculum for students with significant cognitive disabilities who access an adapted curriculum. This will include an overview of programming available to ensure evidence-based literacy instruction for all K-6 students.

Webinar Highlights: 

• Virginia Literacy Act updates
• Components of evidence-based literacy instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities
• Language arts and literacy programming for students who are accessing an adapted curriculum

Join the FCPS Office of Special Education Instruction, Adapted Curriculum Team for this important webinar.

November 12, 2024 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Register online

مهارات التنظيم والاداره (الوظائف التنفيذيه). Executive Functioning Skills

*presented in Arabic

اذا كنت تواجه صعوبات مع الأبناء فيما يتعلق بتنظيم الوقت وترتيب الأولويات ويتأثر بذلك أدائهم الدراسي والأنشطه اليوميه و سلوكياتهم أو اذا كنت ترغب في تنميه مهارات التنظيم والاداره لديهم فأنت مدعو لحضور

ندوه مقدمه باللغه العربيه عبر الزووم للتعرف علي مهارات الوظائف التنفيذيه ومراحل تطورها حسب كل مرحله عمريه وتأثيرها علي التعلم والسلوكيات والعلاقات الاجتماعيه بالاضافه الي كيفيه تنميتها وتحديد اي قصور لمعالجته من أجل أداء أكاديمي أفضل و مهارات سلوكيه واجتماعيه متطوره

Are your children having difficulty with organizing time and setting priorities? Does it effect their academic performance, daily activities, and behaviors? Do you want to develop their organization and management skills?

You are invited to attend a Webinar presented in Arabic via Zoom to learn about executive function skills and their stages of development according to each age group. In addition we will examine each skill’s impact on learning, behavior and social relationships You will learn how to develop the skills for better academic performance and advanced behavioral and social skills.

الأربعاء الثالت عشر من شهر نوفمبر (تشرين الثاني) 11/13/2024 من الساعه العاشره الي الحاديه عشر ونصف صباحا

November 13, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

Teen Series: Building Resilience: Helping Teens Develop Coping Skills and Emotional Intelligence

Join us for a series of insightful sessions focusing on the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of teen development. Learn strategies to support resilience, mental health, and healthy boundaries, fostering a nurturing environment for adolescents to thrive.

Webinar Highlights:

• Learn resilience-building techniques.
• Develop emotional intelligence.
• Strengthen support networks.

November 16, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

Starting The Conversation About Drugs: A Webinar for Families

Drugs and drug prevention have become increasingly important topics in recent years.

Are you unsure about how to approach the topic of drugs with your child? Join us to learn how to navigate this importance discussion with confidence and ease!

Webinar Highlights

• Tips to start the conversation about drugs, as early as 4 years old
• Practical advice and real-world examples
• Strategies to prevent drug abuse

Presented by Beth Mohaupt, FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

November 22, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.

Register online

 

  Register for this Month's Webinars and Workshops

Interpretation available

 

FCPS Family Resource Center Web | Email: [email protected] | Phone: 703-204-3941

Snack Donations Needed

Please review the sign-up link below for Snack Donation Opportunities:

Greenbriar West ES: GBW Snack Donations

 

Picture Retake Day Friday, November 15

Your student is eligible to have a picture taken on retake day if:

·         Your student was absent for the first picture day (9/19)

·         Your student was new to GBW after 9/19

·         You paid for a picture package and wish to have the picture retaken. **

**Original package must be returned and given to the photographer on retake day. 

 

Rocky Run Middle School Invites you to join us for a Q&A with

Dr. Michelle Reid Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools

 

Where: Rocky Run Middle School

When: Thursday, November 7, 2024

 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151

 

Questions? Please contact Rachel Sweeney at

[email protected]

 

FAIRFAX COUNTY YOUTH SURVEY

6th GRADE STUDENTS

November 14, 2024

The Fairfax County Youth Survey, a collaboration between the Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is a comprehensive, anonymous, and voluntary survey given each year to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12. The survey examines behaviors, experiences, and other factors that influence the health and well-being of Fairfax County's youth. The results, published each year at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/youthsurvey, identify trends and areas of need, providing a snapshot of the county's youth and serving as a barometer of the community's effectiveness in fostering healthy choices in young people

Greenbriar West ES will be administering the Fairfax County Youth Survey on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 9:30am.

While it is our hope that as many students as possible will participate, if you do not wish for your child to take part in the Youth Survey, please complete the form linked here and return it to your child's school counselor no later than November 1, 2024. If you have already opted your child out of this survey using the Parent Digital Consent (fcps.edu) you do not need to provide additional information to the school counselor.

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Upcoming Dates:

Spirit Wear Order Deadline: Thursday, October 31

Parents Night Out: Friday, Nov 1, 7:30pm - 9:30pm, Kwon's Martial Arts

Science Night:  Thursday, November 14, 6:00-7:30pm, GBW Gym

Restaurant Fundraiser: Friday, November 15, Honeygrow

GBW at the Commanders Game: Sunday, December 1, 1pm, Southwest Field

Restaurant Fundraiser: Tuesday, December 3, 4-10 pm. Buffalo Wing Factory in Greenbriar Town Center

Barnes & Noble Night:  Thursday, December 12, 5:00-7:00pm, Barnes & Noble Fair Lakes

Order Your Yearbook Early with discount

Capture your memories in the 2024-2025 GBW yearbook!  This year, you can customize two pages with your own pictures for no additional charge. You will be able to do the following:

1. Add photos from your computer, Social Media platforms, Google Drive, phone and more.

2. Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.

The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. 

Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $1.99.

Order your Yearbook before October 31 and receive 10% off your order!  

Use this link:

Create Account

Regular price:  $22.64.

Create Custom Pages by April 14!!

 

 

Join GBW PTA!!

Let’s achieve our goal of having 250 members of the GBW PTA!  We are currently at 233 members.  The 3 classes with the highest percentage of membership by 10/31 will receive a popsicle party.  Joining PTA doesn’t mean you have to volunteer any or at all!  Help out if you want to, when you want to, or just simply help our PTA budget out by joining for $15-$20.

 

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Order GBW Spirit Wear by 10/31!!

 

Check out the brand new line of GBW shirts, hoodies, and hats!  You can buy these items online at the links below.  Apparel is in the first link.  Hats must be ordered separately in the second link.  Deadline for orders is October 31.  All items will be delivered to student classrooms in November.

 

APPAREL:  ******UPDTED LINK*****

https://www.customink.com/fundraising/gbw-2024-spirit-wear?utm_campaign=desktop-post-launch-v3&utm_content=gbw-2024-spirit-wear&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link

 

HATS:******UPDTED LINK*****

https://www.customink.com/fundraising/gbw-2024-hats?utm_campaign=desktop-post-launch-v3&utm_content=gbw-2024-hats&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link

 

Upcoming PTA Events The Children's Science Center Lab presents Family Science Night at GBW on 11/14

All students and their families are invited to the GBW Gym on Thursday, November 14 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm for a free event presented by the Children's Science Center Lab. 

Activities include: Stacking Currency: Building Financial Literacy, Monster Math: Creating with Probability, Slippery Slopes: Exploring Water Pollution, among others. Students will be participating in these hands-on experiments, specially designed to provoke interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. 

 

Kwon's Parents Night Out

Sign-up your pandas for a fun evening at Kwon's Champion School in Greenbriar Town Center on Friday, November 1.  Proceeds will benefit the GBW PTA.

 

Sign up here  ➡️ https://bitly.cx/kwonsPNO  (case sensitive)

Location: Kwon's Champion School (Fairfax)

13005 - O Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy, Fairfax, VA

Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Cost: $30; siblings and current student referrals just an additional $15.

Pizza dinner is included!

 

GBW at the Commanders Game

GBW PTA has partnered with the

Washington Commanders

for the December 1 game:

  Commanders vs. Tennessee Titans. 

Buy your tickets through our exclusive link and GBW PTA will receive a portion of each ticket purchase. 

Plus, at this fun event, everyone from GBW will get to go on the field for a photo opportunity!   Hope to see you there!  

https://pa.exchange/marketplace/46f65bb4-87e4-11ef-8a84-2bcf436b8dcc/storefront/46f65db2-87e4-11ef-a70f-8b75d671ed7c

Honeygrow (Fair Lakes Shopping Center) -- November 15

Join GBW on November 15 all day at the new Honeygrow (in Fair Lakes).  Be sure to use code GIVE156 online or in the store.  

Fair Lakes | Hours + Location | honeygrow

 

Buffalo Wing Factory (Greenbriar Town Center) -- December 3

Join GBW on December 3 from 4-10pm at the Buffalo Wing Factory.  Be sure to add your receipt in the store's box for your purchase to be counted in their giveback to GBW PTA.

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Nominations Open for 2024-25 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!

Each year GBW is so proud to have a few of our amazing and talented staff represented at our FCPS Awards Ceremony.  If you would like to submit a nomination for any of our GBW Staff, please complete this Google Form.

GBW Awards Nomination Form:

• https://forms.gle/p2PbXZuKZ98ypFNv5 

You can only nominate one employee for each category, but you can submit multiple nominations! All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a short paragraph describing how the employee demonstrates exceptional work according to the criteria for that category.

AWARD CATEGORIES: 

Outstanding Teacher

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding New Teacher

• Eligibility: Up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding Principal

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/district).

Outstanding Professional Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional position supporting school leadership.
• Examples: Technology Specialists, MTSS Coordinators, Psychologists, Social Workers, School Counselors, Resource Teachers in administrative roles, Special Education Department Chairs (teaching less than 50% of the time), Reading Specialists without a regular course load.

Outstanding Operational Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support employee.
• Examples: Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistants, Parent Liaisons.

Outstanding Leader 

• Eligibility: At Least one year of experience in their current role as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator (excluding principals).
• Examples: Assistant Principals

Outstanding Principal

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/district).

Deadline:

All nominations must be submitted by Friday, November 1st.

If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Wilbern at [email protected]

 

We look forward to celebrating the amazing work of our

Greenbriar West staff!

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Dates to Remember:

Monday, October 28:  Early Release Monday, 12:55pm

Thursday, October 31:  Quarter End, 2-hour Early Release, 1:55pm

Friday, November 1: Diwali Holiday -- School Closed

November 4-5: Teacher Workdays -- Student Holiday

Friday, November 8: Veterans Day Luncheon and Parade

Monday November 11: Veteran's Day Holiday -- School Closed

Friday, November 15: Fall Picture Retake Day

Thursday, November 21:  GBW Thanksgiving Lunch

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday -- School Closed

Principal's Message

 

Rocky Run Middle School Invites you to join us for a Q&A with

Dr. Michelle Reid Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools

 

Where: Rocky Run Middle School

When: Thursday, November 7, 2024

 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151

 

Questions? Please contact Rachel Sweeney at

[email protected]

 

GBW School Safety Reminders for Parent Visitors:

 

Dear Parents,

 

As part of our staff collaboration with families, we are excited to invite you in for parent teacher conferences this quarter.  If you haven’t already received an invitation to schedule a parent teacher conference from your teacher, you should be expecting an invitation sometime soon.  Our hope is to schedule a teacher conference with all our families so we can continue to build on our strong collaboration to better support student learning.  As you schedule and attend these teacher conferences, please note the reminders below for checking in at the main office.

 

GBW School Safety Reminders for Parent Visitors:

• All visitors must check in at the main office using a government issued photo ID and sign in on our Visitor Management System. 
• Please ensure you are wearing the “visitor” sticker throughout the duration of your visit.
• After signing in, please go directly to your assigned meeting location.   
• We ask that you only attend the classrooms that you are scheduled for a conference / meeting for that day. If you have multiple student conferences, please go directly to and from each classroom.  
• If you prefer to visit another one of your student’s teachers or former teachers, please schedule a meeting with that teacher.
• After your conference, please return to the Main Office to check-out using your sticker.  
• ***Please note we will be using these same visitor safety check-in procedures for all workdays including (school days, teacher workdays, school planning days, and staff development days). 

 

Full-Time AAP Referrals Due 12/15/24

If you're planning to submit a full-time AAP referral for your child, we are currently accepting packets. You can submit your packet anytime between now and the firm FCPS deadline of Sunday, December 15, 2024. If your packet is ready, we encourage early submission so that Michelle Wilbern, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), can begin processing it.

All packets received on or prior to the December 15 deadline will be processed. If you have any questions about the referral process, please reach out to Mrs. Wilbern soon, as she will be on leave from November 20, 2024, to January 6, 2025.

For questions or support, please contact Michelle Wilbern (AART) at [email protected] before November 20th.

Immunization Clinics

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will host immunization clinics for any FCPS student age 18 or younger at Frost Middle School on Monday, October 28, and Tuesday, October 29, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic. 

 

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.

Federal Impact Aid

The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available to complete in ParentVue starting on Monday, October 21st. The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the enrolling parent can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

 

 

 

 

 

  November Webinars at the Family Resource Center

Interpretation available

SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs. They will:

• Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.
• Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
• Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.
• Play games and have fun!

November 5, 2024, 9 a.m.- noon 

Pulley Center 6500 Quander Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

Register Online

SIBTEEN: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

Attention FCPS parents!!! From the same people who brought you Sibshops, we are excited to introduce SibTeen for grades 7-9!

SibTeen is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with disabilities. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences. SibTeen is a place where participants will feel validated and understood and can build upon their community of support. And…. there will be food! 

November 5, 2024, 1-4 p.m.

Pulley Center 6500 Quander Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

Register Online

 

  Register for this Month's Webinars and Workshops

Interpretation available

FCPS Family Resource Center Web | Email: [email protected] | Phone: 703-204-3941

Nominations Now Open for 2024-25 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!

To submit a nomination for a Greenbriar West Elementary School Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google Form. You can only nominate one employee for each category, but you can submit multiple nominations! All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a short paragraph describing how the employee demonstrates exceptional work according to the criteria for that category.

If your nominee is selected to represent Greenbriar West ES, you will be asked to assist with completing the Nomination Packet. The Google Form contains detailed information about the criteria and eligibility for each category, listed below:

Award Categories

Outstanding Teacher

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding New Teacher

• Eligibility: Up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding Principal

• Eligibility: Up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/district).

Outstanding Leader

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current role as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator (excluding principals).
• Examples: Assistant Principals

Outstanding Professional Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional position supporting school leadership.
• Examples: Technology Specialists, MTSS Coordinators, Psychologists, Social Workers, School Counselors, Resource Teachers in administrative roles, Special Education Department Chairs (teaching less than 50% of the time), Reading Specialists without a regular course load.

Outstanding Operational Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support employee.
• Examples: Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistants, Parent Liaisons.

Deadline:

All nominations must be submitted by Friday, November 1st.

If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Wilbern at [email protected]

We look forward to celebrating the amazing work of our Greenbriar West staff!

FAIRFAX COUNTY YOUTH SURVEY

6th GRADE STUDENTS

November 14, 2024

The Fairfax County Youth Survey, a collaboration between the Fairfax County School Board and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is a comprehensive, anonymous, and voluntary survey given each year to students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12. The survey examines behaviors, experiences, and other factors that influence the health and well-being of Fairfax County's youth. The results, published each year at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/youthsurvey, identify trends and areas of need, providing a snapshot of the county's youth and serving as a barometer of the community's effectiveness in fostering healthy choices in young people

Greenbriar West ES will be administering the Fairfax County Youth Survey on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 9:30am.

While it is our hope that as many students as possible will participate, if you do not wish for your child to take part in the Youth Survey, please complete the form linked here and return it to your child's school counselor no later than November 1, 2024. If you have already opted your child out of this survey using the Parent Digital Consent (fcps.edu) you do not need to provide additional information to the school counselor.

 

Picture Retake Day Friday, November 15

Your student is eligible to have a picture taken on retake day if:

·         Your student was absent for the first picture day (9/19)

·         Your student was new to GBW after 9/19

·         You paid for a picture package and wish to have the picture retaken. **

**Original package must be returned and given to the photographer on retake day. 

  Chantilly High School Haunted House!!

Mark your calendar for one of our local area’s favorite fall events - the Chantilly High School Haunted House! Along with the Haunted House, there will be games, face painting, and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers Field Hockey, Girls Soccer & Girls Lacrosse programs.

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Chantilly High School

1pm to 5pm (less scary)

6pm to 10pm (for braver goblins)

Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door).

To order your tickets, use the QR code or log on to www.CHSHauntedHouse.com

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Nominations Open for 2024-25 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!

Each year GBW is so proud to have a few of our amazing and talented staff represented at our FCPS Awards Ceremony.  If you would like to submit a nomination for any of our GBW Staff, please complete this Google Form.

GBW Awards Nomination Form:

• https://forms.gle/p2PbXZuKZ98ypFNv5 

You can only nominate one employee for each category, but you can submit multiple nominations! All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a short paragraph describing how the employee demonstrates exceptional work according to the criteria for that category.

AWARD CATEGORIES: 

Outstanding Teacher

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding New Teacher

• Eligibility: Up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/district). Librarians are included in this category.

Outstanding Principal

• Eligibility: At least three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/district).

Outstanding Leader

• Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current role as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator (excluding principals).
• Examples: Assistant Principals

Outstanding Professional Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional position supporting school leadership.
• Examples: Technology Specialists, MTSS Coordinators, Psychologists, Social Workers, School Counselors, Resource Teachers in administrative roles, Special Education Department Chairs (teaching less than 50% of the time), Reading Specialists without a regular course load.

Outstanding Operational Employee

• Eligibility: At least one year in their current role as a Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support employee.
• Examples: Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistants, Parent Liaisons.

Deadline:

All nominations must be submitted by Friday, November 1st.

If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Wilbern at [email protected]

We look forward to celebrating the amazing work of our Greenbriar West staff!

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