Falls Church School Public Schools will operate on normal schedules today - January 26, 2021

The FCCPS Friday FINAL Lookahead is out. Given the latest Health Metrics: Cohort 1 will remain in Hybrid Instruction next week Cohort 2 and Cohort 3 will remain in Virtual Instruction next week. MORE: http://bit.ly/fccpsLA0108

The FCCPS Wednesday Lookahead is out. Given the latest Health Metrics it is likely Cohort 1 will remains in Hybrid Instruction next week, with Cohort 2 and Cohort 3 remaining in Virtual Instruction. A final decision comes Friday. MORE: http://bit.ly/lookahead0106

The Falls Church City School Board seeks applications from qualified individuals to fulfill the term of School Board member Lawrence Webb, who will resign effective January 4, 2021. Applications may be submitted by qualified voters in the City of Falls Church who are not employed by the School Board. The appointee will serve from the date of appointment until December 31, 2021. http://bit.ly/fcsbvacancy

Thanks to the hard work of the staff at The McGuire Group, the GMHS Surplus/Nostalgic Auction is Open! Bidding runs through Dec. 28. https://www.themcguiregroupllc.com/auction/george-mason-high-school-sentimental-and-surplus-online-auction-103

Applications are being accepted for persons interested in being appointed to one of two Advisory Study Committees to the School Board being formed to consider new names for two FCCPS schools. Information on the process can be found here: http://bit.ly/renameCommittee

The long-awaited online auction of GMHS surplus and memorabilia is Dec. 21-28. Watch this space on Monday for the link to bid on appliances, supplies, classroom items, industrial and theatrical supplies and nostalgic items like theater seats, gym floor pieces and more!

Due to inclement weather, all athletic practices and tryouts at GMHS are cancelled today, December 16th.

In this week's Friday Reopening Update, Superintendent Peter Noonan updates the latest COVID19 Metrics, and discusses Gov Northam's new restrictions. Plus some Holiday Travel Guidance as you plan your holiday activities! Have a great weekend! https://bit.ly/fccpsreopen1211

Today (Thursday) is the Last Day to order great books from the FCEPTA Book Fair! Look around the bookstore and find awesome book recommendations, teacher wish lists, as well as Bookworm Central’s collection of great books and games. ORDER: https://bit.ly/FCEPTA2021sale

The FCCPS 2021-2022 School Calendar is approved and available for downloading! School to start 1 week before Labor Day, includes a 2-week Winter Break, and observes more holidays! DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2022fccps

Reminder: Third Quarter Elementary Intention Form for Hybrid vs Virtual for Kindergarteners through fifth-graders, is due on December 15th. The new choices made by families will take effect on Thursday, January 21. https://bit.ly/3rdqtrintent

The Falls Church School Board has voted unanimously to rename Thomas Jefferson Elementary School and George Mason High School. "Our schools must be places where all students, staff, and community members feel safe, supported, and inspired.” https://bit.ly/fccpsrename

The Falls Church School Board is meeting in Regular Session. Watch live: www.youtube.com/fccpsorg

With COVID Metrics moving from bad to worse, Falls Church City Public Schools will remain in an All-Virtual instruction model until after the Winter Break. Dr. Noonan made the announcement in a letter to staff and families Wednesday afternoon. https://bit.ly/fccpsreopen1202

No matter where you are next week, staring Monday, join FCCPS in celebrating 15 Days of Joy to finish out 2020 on a positive note. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a59rUgIVmG9KeOJIrIrqIxZHaCrsI3TaqxYwq2CrCp0/edit?usp=sharing

We've made some changes to Schoology and notifications in support of our hybrid learning. More information and video tutorials are available in this news item: https://tj.fccps.org/article/346396?org=tje

Nominate FCCPS Employees for Awards Recognize someone who makes a difference. + Support Staff Employee of the Year + Professional Specialist of the Year + FCEF Teacher of the Year Nomination Packets available https://www.fccps.org/o/fccps/page/employee-recognition-awards

If you are looking for The Tiger Times in some place besides your inbox, look no further! It is in the Quick Links (the top row) of the MENU on our TJ website https://tj.fccps.org. If you aren't getting the Tiger Times in your email, contact the office.

"Reopening TJ Information" is the new name for the first menu item on our TJ Website. https://tj.fccps.org Here you will find important documents about arrival and dismissal information, plans, schedules, etc. Also information on Schoology, Technology and Troubleshooting