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November 8, 2024

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Elementary Language Arts Grading Updates

Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow stronger in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reporting and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!

Veterans Day Holiday

In honor of Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. Their sacrifices and dedication to our country inspire us and remind us of the freedoms we cherish each day. To our veteran families and community members, we thank you for your service and the invaluable role you play in enriching our school. There will be no school on Monday, November 11, in honor of our Veterans.

Thanksgiving Luncheon Schedule

Our Thanksgiving Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, November 21. On that day, our lunch  schedule will be:

Kindergarten-11:00-11:30 a.m.

1st Grade-11:30-12:00 p.m.

2nd Grade-12:00-12:30 p.m.

4th Grade-12:30-1:00 p.m.

3rd Grade-1:00-1:30 p.m.

5th Grade-1:30-2:00 p.m.

Lost and Found

Please remind your students to check our Lost and Found. It is overflowing with sweatshirts, sweaters, and jackets as the cold mornings give way to sunny, warm afternoons! It is located in the cafeteria.

Make Up Picture Day

Due to Lifetouch not being able to process our photos from our initial picture day, we will be moving our retakes to Wednesday, December 11, to allow for families to view their pictures prior to making the decision to retake their pictures. We apologize for this change, but we wanted to provide families ample time to make their decision. Thank you!

FLE Preview Night

Students at each grade level from Kindergarten through 5th grade participate in the FCPS Family Life Education curriculum. The instruction includes a range of age appropriate topics that are differed by grade level. You can find more information about the content taught at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/curriculum/subject-area/family-life-education-fle. Last month we sent each family a copy of the opt-out for their child’s grade level. To help our families decide if they would like their children to participate in the lessons or if they would like to opt them out, we are hosting a Family Life Education Preview Night. If would like to learn more or ask questions about the Family Life Education content, please join us at 5:00 p.m. on November 25 in the Mason Crest cafeteria. If you have any questions about this night or the Family Life Education content, please email Larry Aiello ([email protected]) and/or Shana Conroy ([email protected]).

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

November 11: NO SCHOOL--Veterans Day

November 15-22: Fall Book Fair

November 18: 3-Hour Early Release (1:00 p.m.)

November 21:  Thanksgiving Luncheon & Math and Literacy Night 5:00-7:00 p.m.

November 25:  FLE Preview Night 5:00-6:00 p.m. in Cafeteria

November 27-29:  NO SCHOOL -Thanksgiving Holiday Break

December 11: Fall Make Up Picture Day 

December 23-January 3: NO SCHOOL-Winter Break Holiday

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Impact Aid Forms

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Please complete it as soon as possible.

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Mason Crest PTO Bake Sale 11/5/24 (Election Day)

Hello friends and families, we are hosting a Bake Sale at Mason Crest Elementary on Nov 5th, Election Day. School will be closed but we need your help making yummy baked goods and volunteering to sell the delicious treats. You can drop off baked goods on 11/4 at Mason Crest Elementary from 9-2pm or bring the morning of 11/5 early, at 7am.   Please click on the link below to sign up. We appreciate your support for our students!

Thank you!

Mason Crest PTO  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D4AA5AC29A0FE3-52385990-mason#/

Lost and Found

As you visit Mason Crest for parent teacher conferences, the Thanksgiving Luncheon, and Math and Literacy Night, please take a minute to check out the Lost and Found for any missing items. It is brimming with sweatshirts, sweaters, and jackets as the cold mornings give way to sunny, warm afternoons!

Attendance Tip: Plan Ahead

🗓️ Planning family events or trips? Remember, weekends & school holidays are golden! Keep school absences to a minimum, as 10% missed can lead to chronic absence. Consult the FCPS Calendar for smooth scheduling: https://bit.ly/3RJbauv #AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #AttendanceMattersVA

Student Experience Survey Pilot

Mason Crest students in grades 3-5 have been chosen to participate in a survey that will provide information on thier experience as a student in FCPS. 

If you would like additional information or would like to view the survey, please visit the Student Experience Survey webpage: https://www.fcps.edu/student-experience-survey-pilot. If you wish, you may opt your child out of participating in the pilot by completing the electronic Opt-Out Form at https://fcpsk12va.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cwfgS6HYW0NDOya. If you are not able to complete the form electronically, you may complete a hardcopy version of the opt-out form available from your child’s school. We encourage families to speak with their child about the survey, especially if you choose to opt them out of participation. The deadline to submit an opt-out form is Friday, November 8. If you have questions about the Student Experience Survey, please contact [email protected].

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

October 31:  2-Hr Early Release (2:00 p.m.) -End of the 1st Quarter

November 1:  NO SCHOOL - Diwali

November 4-5:  NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Days

November 5: Bake Sale 7:00a.m.-2:00 p.m.

November 11: NO SCHOOL--Veteran's Day

November 15: Picture Make Up Day

November 15-22: Fall Book Fair

November 18: 3-Hour Early Release (1:00 p.m.)

November 21:  Thanksgiving Luncheon & Math and Literacy Night 5:00-7:00 p.m.

November 25:  FLE Preview Night 5:00-6:00 p.m.

November 27-29:  NO SCHOOL -Thanksgiving Holiday Break

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October 21, 2024

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Dear Families,

   October 21st is our second 3-hour Early Release for students. This additional time allows for teachers to complete the trainings required of elementary teachers by the new Virginia Literacy Act. Another component of the Literacy Act is the requirement of a new language arts textbook and curriculum. The additional time on Mondays throughout the year, also allows our teachers to spend time learning about the new textbook and plan with their teams to differentiate the materials for our students' individualized needs. Thank you for supporting us in these Early Release Mondays. We could not be the school we are without your ongoing support. If you have any questions, feel free to visit the FCPS website and learn more about Early Release Mondays. 

Thank you, 

Mr. Aiello, Ms. Conroy, and Ms. Shin

Chick Fil A Spirit Day

  Monday, October 21 is the Mason Crest Spirit Day at our local Chick-Fil-A. Throughout the day use the code, "Mason" and our PTO will receive 10% of the sales. You can either visit the Chick-Fil-A located at 7130 Little River Turnpike or even order online and have it delivered to your home. Don't forget to add "Mason" to your order. Thank you for supporting our PTO!

Fun Run--Friday, October 25

   This upcoming Friday is our annual Fun Run. Your child will be participating in the Fun Run during their specials block. Please have your child wear comfortable running shoes and bring a water bottle to participate safely in this activity. We are looking forward to receiving our colored house shirts and are ready for some FUN! Thank you to our amazing PTO for providing every student and staff member with a shirt--we can't wait!

Bake Sale--November 5th (Election Day)

   Our PTO will be hosting a Bake Sale on Tuesday, November 5th. If you can bake, would like to donate a purchased item, or have time to support our PTO by selling items, please sign up using the link. If you have any questions, feel free to email our PTO at [email protected].

End of Quarter Teacher Conferences

  At the end of the first quarter, our teachers would love to schedule 15-20 minutes to share how your child has been doing at school, their academic progress, and answer any questions you have about their school year. We would also love to learn more about your child and hear what works best for your child at home as you are their first teacher. If you have not scheduled a time with your child's teacher, please feel free to message them using Talking Points or email the principals ([email protected]) and we will be happy to help schedule a time that works for you both. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping your child learn and grow!

Upcoming Events & Holidays

October 21: 3-Hour Early Release Day (Students will be going home at 1:00 p.m.)

October 31: End of the first quarter (2-Hour Early Release--Students will be going home at 2:00 p.m.)

November 1: Diwali (No School) 

November 4: Teacher Workday (No School)

November 5: Teacher Workday/Election Day (No School)

November 11: Veteran's Day (No School) 

November 18-22: Fall Book Fair

November 21: Thanksgiving Luncheon

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Our Preschool Students LOVE Learning About Fall

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October 8, 2024

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Advanced Academics Program Parent Meeting

All parents are invited to come learn about the Advanced Academics program and how Advanced Academic services are implemented at Mason Crest Elementary. Karen Lyle, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher will be leading an information session on Wednesday, October 9th from 8:15-9:00 AM. The session will take place in the library or you can access the session virtually here: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98891476959?pwd=Z0F8wArVC5M36F2HbXyWKExIi94U19.1

The presentation will also be posted to the Mason Crest website. If you have any questions, please feel free to send Karen an email at [email protected]

Picture Day is coming on Thursday, October 10!

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTZWPCB6. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. If you have any questions, please reach out to the office at 571-226-2600.

PTO Meeting

Please join us on Tuesday, October 15 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. for our Parent Teacher Organization Meeting. We will provide an overview of our upcoming events and provide a financial overview of our current budget. Childcare and pizza will be provided for children. If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected].

Lost and Found

With the change in seasons, there are quite a few sweatshirts and sweaters collected in our Lost and Found. If your child is missing something, please remind them to check the Lost and Found in the cafeteria. Thank you!

October 21--Early Release 

On one Monday each month FCPS elementary schools will be ending instruction three hours early to provide teachers with additional work and planning time.The next early release Monday is on October 21. You have the option to have your child dismiss from school at 1:00 p.m. on this day or to access child care at Mason Crest until 4:00 p.m. In order to ensure that all children are dismissed properly and safely we are conducting a survey of all of our families. We sent home a paper version of the survey on Wednesday, October 2, but also have an online version available. You only need to complete EITHER the paper or the online survey, but we need to hear from everyone by Thursday, October 17. If you would like to access the online survey it can be found at https://forms.gle/HKqVU2JRPXTmepQ58.

Important Events 

October 9: Advanced Academics Parent Meeting 8:15 a.m. 

October 10: Picture Day

October 15: PTO Meeting 6:00-7:00 p.m. 

October 21: 3-Hour Early Release Day

October 31: End of the first quarter (2-Hour Early Release)

November 1: Diwali (No School) 

November 4: Teacher Workday (No School)

November 5: Teacher Workday/Election Day (No School)

November 11: Veteran's Day (No School)

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September 13, 2024

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Volunteers Needed for Science Night

In collaboration with the Children's Science Center, Mason Crest will be hosting a Science Night on September 24th.  In order for our event to run smoothly, we are in need of volunteers to help run the stations. If you are available from 5:15-7:45 p.m. and would like to volunteer please complete the following survey. 

  We always appreciate your support and are looking forward to exploring science together!

Back to School Nights--September 18 & 19

To help accomodate our growing school population, we have divided our Back to School Nights into two evenings from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Preschool - 2nd grade will be on Wednesday, September 18.

3rd -5th Grade & multiage classes will be on Thursday, September 19.

The schedule for each evening will allow for families to visit classrooms and learn about curriculum and grade level updates.

5:00-5:20 Classrooms Open 

5:25-5:55 Session #1 Grade Level Presentation

6:00-6:20 Classrooms Open 

6:25-6:55 Session #2 Grade Level Presentation

Teams will run two sessions each evening, but families only need to attend one of the sessions. Presentations will be available for families who are unable to attend and posted in Schoology.If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher. 

We are looking forward to seeing you at Back to School Night!

Mr. Aiello, Ms. Conroy, and Ms. Shin

Important Events and Dates

Monday, September 16--3 hour early release (students dismissed at 1:00 p.m.) 

Wednesday, September 18: Back to School Night 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Grades PreK-2)

Thursday, September 19: Back to School Night 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, September 24: Title I Family Meeting (5:30-6:00 p.m.) and Family Science Night (6:00-7:30 p.m.)

September 29: Immunizations Due

October 3: Rosh Hashanah Holiday (No School)

October 4: Teacher Workday (No School)

October 10: Picture Day

October 14: Indigenous Peoples' Day (No School)

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Dear Parents/Guardians,

Providing a safe and supportive school environment is our number one priority. One of the ways we do this is by regularly reviewing and updating our school crisis management and emergency preparedness plans. Plans include how to respond to a variety of incidents such as fires, severe weather events, and other emergencies. It is critical to have safety drills each year so that our students and staff remember what to do if there is an emergency.

Virginia Law also requires schools to complete two lockdown drills a year, one within the first twenty days of the school session, and to notify parents/caregivers at least 24 hours in advance. We are not required to share the exact date and time of the drill. FCPS lockdown drills do not include any type of scenario training.  

We will conduct a lockdown drill at our school soon. Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students are not required to participate in lockdown drills during the first 60 days of the school year. They will participate in our second and final drill later this school year.

Additional information including parent tips and FAQs can be found on the Emergency Planning and Crisis Response web page. After reviewing this information, it would be helpful to have a talk with your child about safety and school procedures. Below are some tips that can help frame your conversation:

• Ask your child what they know about the drill, and how they feel about it.
• Avoid scary and/or graphic details from the media.
• Discuss that practicing how to be safe in a variety of situations is important because it helps to give them the confidence and knowledge to be safe.
• Let them know it is okay to have feelings about the drill and that you and adults at their school are there to help them be safe and listen if they would like to talk more.

There will be school mental health staff available at your child’s school to help students with concerns around the lockdown drill. If you have questions, please reach out to the school.  

Keeping our school safe and secure for all students and staff involves the participation of the entire school community, and we thank you for your help to keep our school safe. 

Sincerely,

Larry Aiello, Shana Conroy, and Sherry Shin

Principals

Mason Crest Elementary School

September 5, 2024

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Students Learning How to Have Constructive Conversations

Back to School Nights

To help accomodate our growing school population, we have divided our Back to School Nights into two evenings from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Preschool - 2nd grade will be on Wednesday, September 18.

3rd -5th Grade & multiage classes will be on Thursday, September 19.

The schedule for each evening will allow for families to visit classrooms and learn about curriculum and grade level updates.

5:00-5:20 Classrooms Open 

5:25-5:55 Session #1 Grade Level Presentation

6:00-6:20 Classrooms Open 

6:25-6:55 Session #2 Grade Level Presentation

Teams will run two sessions each evening, but families only need to attend one of the sessions. Presentations will be available for families who are unable to attend and posted in Schoology.If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher. 

We are looking forward to seeing you at Back to School Night!

Mr. Aiello, Ms. Conroy, and Ms. Shin

Science Night--Volunteers Needed

In collaboration with the Children's Science Center, Mason Crest will be hosting a Science Night on September 24th.  In order for our event to run smoothly, we are in need of volunteers to help run the stations. If you are available from 5:15-7:45 p.m. and would like to volunteer please complete the following survey. 

  We always appreciate your support and are looking forward to exploring science together!

SIS Parent VUE Access

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool. 

Submit Absences

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage. 

Important Events and Dates

September 16: 3 Hr. Early Release (Students released at 1:00 p.m.) Please take this survey if you have not done so already.

September 18: Back to School Night 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Grades PreK-2)

September 19: Back to School Night 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Grades 3-5)

September 24: Family Science Night (6:00-7:30 p.m.)

September 25: Parent Coffee 8:00 a.m. in the Library

September 29: Immunizations Due

October 3: Rosh Hashanah Holiday (No School)

October 4: Teacher Workday (No School)

October 10: Picture Day

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August 23, 2024

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Donation of School Supplies from St. Mary's Orthodox Church

Dear Families,

  We are thrilled to share that the school year is off to a fantastic start! Our students have jumped back into the swing of things and are showing a readiness to learn and grow. 

  Our dedicated team of teachers are working diligently to build strong relationships with their students and establish routines to foster a safe and caring learning environment. They are always willing to share about your child's progress so we encourage you to reach out with any questions you might have.

   We wanted to notify families that we have several new office staff joining us this school year so we ask for your patience and grace as they learn more about the Mason Crest community and receive training on the systems and protocols we utilize to make our school run smoothly. Everyone's always learning at Mason Crest!

   Lastly, we want to thank our Parent Teacher Organization and St. Mary's Orthodox Church for providing school supplies for all our students. We are truly blessed to have such generous, caring community partners.

We are looking forward to another great year at Mason Crest!

Ms. Conroy, Mr. Aiello, and Ms. Shin

Join the Parent Teacher Organization

Hey parents! Want to help make an impact on our school community? Join the PTO for the 2024-25 school year! Whether you've got fresh ideas or just want to lend a helping hand, we'd love to have you on board. We hope you will considering showing your support of Mason Crest by joining our PTO. To join: https://masoncrestpto.org/join/

SIS Parent VUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon. 

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool. 

Submit Absences

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage. 

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Todo lo que puede hacer a través de SIS ParentVUE¿Quiere acceder fácilmente a los formularios y listas de comprobación para la vuelta al cole? Acceda a su cuenta SIS ParentVUE para encontrar formularios y ver actualizaciones.Actualice la información de contactoEsté entre los primeros en saber sobre cierres por mal tiempo, retrasos de autobuses y otras comunicaciones críticas de su escuela y FCPS proporcionando su número de teléfono celular y correo electrónico en SIS ParentVUE. Para actualizar su información de contacto en SIS ParentVUE, haga clic en la opción "Paquetes en línea" en la parte superior derecha de la pantalla, luego haga clic en el ícono "Verificación/actualización en línea". 

Los padres/cuidadores que no tengan una cuenta SIS ParentVUE deben imprimir y completar el Formulario de Información de Cuidado de Emergencia (PDF) y enviarlo a la escuela de su hijo.

Completar formularios de permisoLas familias pueden ahora fácilmente dar permiso para que sus hijos accedan a una variedad de recursos escolares a través del sistema de Consentimiento Digital de los Padres. Se puede acceder a esta herramienta en línea utilizando su cuenta SIS ParentVUE. Los padres pueden optar fácilmente por que sus hijos accedan o no a recursos que incluyen herramientas educativas en línea, servicios de orientación escolar y servicios de tutoría. También pueden cambiar cómo se gestiona la información del estudiante.Visite la página web de Consentimiento Digital de los Padres para acceder al sistema. Vea este vídeo para aprender a utilizar la herramienta. 

Cómo reportar las ausenciasLos padres pueden enviar ausencias de un día a través de SIS ParentVUE. Inicie sesión y haga clic en "Reportar Ausencia". Nota: Las ausencias de día parcial y los cambios de transporte aún deben informarse directamente a la oficina de la escuela. ¿Aún no tiene una cuenta SIS ParentVUE?Póngase en contacto con su escuela para obtener un código de activación y siga las instrucciones de la página web de la cuenta SIS ParentVUE. 

Science Night

  In collaboration with the Children's Science Center, Mason Crest will be hosting a Science Night on September 24th.  In order for our event to run smoothly, we are in need of volunteers to help run the stations. If you are available from 5:15-7:45 p.m. and would like to volunteer please complete the following survey. 

  We always appreciate your support and are looking forward to exploring science together!

Upcoming Events

August 30 & September 2: Labor Day Holiday (No School)

September 16: 3 Hr. Early Release (Students released at 1:00 p.m.) Please take this survey if you have not done so already.

September 18: Back to School Night (Grades PreK-2)

September 19: Back to School Night (Grades 3-5)

September 24: Family Science Night (6:00-7:30 p.m.)

October 3: Rosh Hashanah Holiday (No School)

October 4: Teacher Workday (No School)

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August 15, 2024

Donations Needed for Teacher Luncheon

We are so grateful for our hard-working teachers and we want to provide a luncheon for them to thank them for their efforts. Please consider donating items or your time on Friday, August 16 to show your teachers you care.

On Friday, August 16th, the PTO is hosting a back-to-school teacher luncheon for roughly 120 staff in the cafeteria. We are seeking 3-5 volunteers from 10:30am-12:30pm for set-up, serving and clean-up.

• Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409054AA9AF2BAAF58-50611623-mcteacher
• Food/drink donations can be dropped off at MCES on Thursday, 8/15 or Friday, 8/16 before 10am. 
• Can't make it to school to drop off a donation? You can send a Venmo to the MCES PTO and we can purchase whatever else is needed on your behalf. Thank you in advance! @Mason-Crest-PTO

We are looking forward to a great start to the year!

Open House

Join us on Friday, August 16 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. for our Open House event. Students and families will have the opportunity to visit classrooms.

We will also have staff available to support families with completing online verification forms and answering any questions you might have regarding the start of the school year. Backpacks will also be available for those families who need one for their child. Hope you can make it on Friday!

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August 13, 2024

If your child is in need of immunizations, please visit the INOVA Cares Clinic this weekend between 9 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Appointments are needed. All students must have their immunizations to remain in school after September 30th.

Open House

Join us on Friday, August 16 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. for our Open House event. Students and families will have the opportunity to visit classrooms. We will also have staff available to support families with completing online verification forms and answering any questions you might have regarding the start of the school year. Hope you can make it on Friday!

Upcoming Events 

August 16: Open House (1:00-2:00 p.m.)

August 19: First Day of School (9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.)

August 30 & September 2: Labor Day Holiday (No School)

September 16: 3 Hr. Early Release (Students released at 1:00 p.m.) Please take this survey if you have not done so already.

September 18: Back to School Night (Grades PreK-2)

September 19: Back to School Night (Grades 3-5)

September 24: Family Science Night (6:00-7:30 p.m.)

3705 Crest Drive, Annandale, VA 22003-1701 | Main Phone: 571.226.2600
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July 29, 2024

Dear Families, 

   We wanted to inform you that the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department will be conducting trainings on the Mason Crest playground and blacktop from August 1-3. The trainings will last all day and will include multiple fire stations from our area so there will be many fire engines on school grounds for those days. 

  We are happy to support our local Fire Departments and wanted to ensure our community was informed so you would have an idea of what is happening on school grounds that day and raise awareness.

Thank you and we are looking forward to seeing the students in a few weeks!

Mr. Aiello, Ms. Shin, and Ms. Conroy

Kindergarten Playdate

  To welcome our kindergarten families and students to Mason Crest, the Mason Crest PTO will be hosting a kindergarten playdate on Thursday, August 8, from 12:45-1:45 p.m. on the Mason Crest playground. 

   Join us for a fun-filled time of popsicles, playing on the playground, and meeting new friends and the Mason Crest principals. We hope you can join us!

Welcome Walk

  The Mason Crest Welcome Walk tradition will continue this year on Tuesday, August 13, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Teachers will visit student homes to welcome their students to the school year and drop off a little gift for students to help kick off the school year. We are looking forward to seeing you then!

Upcoming Events 

August 5-8: Kindergarten Jumpstart 

August 8: Kindergarten Playdate (12:45-1:45 p.m.)

August 13: Welcome Walk (5:00-7:00 p.m.)

August 16: Open House (1:00-2:00 p.m.)

August 19: First Day of School (9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.)

August 30 & September 2: Labor Day Holiday (No School)

September 16: 3 Hr. Early Release (Students released at 1:00 p.m.)

September 24: Family Science Night (6:00-7:30 p.m.)

3705 Crest Drive, Annandale, VA 22003-1701 | Main Phone: 571.226.2600
Attendance: 571.226.2626 | Web | Facebook