Farmwell Station News
May 14, 2021
FWS DUCKLINGS!
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK
Next week is Mental Health Awareness Week. Students will view a series of videos next week during Advisory class. The videos are made up of Sources of Strength Members, the United Mental Health Members, and our School Social Worker and Psychologist.
Please let your student know:
- Wednesday - Wear “Green” as it is the designated color for mental health awareness
- Thursday - Wear FWS apparel or our school colors (maroon & teal) representing that we are all in this together
MAY SOL TESTS
Please be sure to have your student fill out the LCPS symptom checker before coming to school. They should bring their fully charged chromebook and charger.
LAST CHANCE!
- Did you miss the yearbook order deadline? FWS has a few extra copies! Order now...Quantities are limited! Click HERE to order.
FOR KIDS WHO MEAN BUSINESS!
- The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is an innovative, 7-month program that transforms middle and high school students into real-life entrepreneurs and business owners.
- Applications are due by June 12, 2021. Click HERE to to learn more.
ATTENTION: ALL STUDENTS!
- The Broad Run High School Debate and Speech team is recruiting new members! If your Rising 7th, 8th, or 9th grade student is interested in joining the team, please email James Dunning, the team's coach.
- FWS 7th grader, Mimtaaha Kader, is a member of the team and has created a video. Click HERE to view and to learn more about this great team!
8TH GRADERS!
Click HERE to view the 8th Grade End-of-Year Events webpage to learn all about gift bags and ordering your student a yard sign (order deadline is May 21).
FUN FRIDAY
- Our next Fun Friday is Hawaiian t-shirt/outfit day on May 21st.
REQUEST A BOOK
Hybrid students can request library books to be delivered to their English classrooms on their in-person days.
Distance Learning Curbside Pick Up:
Mondays 7:30am to 4:00pm
Wednesdays 8:30am to 3:30pm
Thursdays 8:30am to 3:30pm
To request a book, fill out this request form. Books can be returned Mon-Fri to the bin outside the front door, or to the box at the library for hybrid learners.
FREE ONLINE TUTORING
- Broad Run HS Key Club is offering free online tutoring.
- Online sessions will take place through Google Meet using the student's school issued email address.
- More information and a sign up form can be found HERE.
SPIRIT WEAR
- Show your school spirit and order today! Hoodies, long sleeved t-shirts, magnets, and more!
- When your order comes in, we will email you to schedule a pick up date/time at the school.
HELP SUPPORT FWS
You can make a difference!
- Shop at smile.amazon.com and designate FWS PTA as your charity.
- Join The PTA - Family Membership ($15); Staff Membership ($5)
Link your Harris Teeter VIC card to FWS - Fill out this Google Form and FWS will take care of this for you.
FREE MEALS FOR STUDENTS
WALK-UP SERVICE
- Meals can be picked up at FWS on Mondays through Fridays from 10:30am to 1:30pm at the B-3 entrance.
BUS STOP PICK-UP SERVICE
- Bus stop deliveries will be on Mondays only with all meals (breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner) for the week being delivered on Mondays. Families can find their nearest bus stop and delivery time by using the Interactive Map.
TECH SUPPORT AT FWS
Please follow the steps below for all Tech Support:
- First, review the information on the FWS Technology Webpage as it will answer many of your questions.
- If you still need help, contact the LCPS Technology Support Center at 571-252-2112 between M-F, 8AM-5PM.
- If needed, email Lena Terry (Digital Experience Specialist at FWS) with questions.
- Distance Learner Students & DL Staff can book an appointment with Lena Terry at FWS: Student Chromebook Repair or Consult with Lena Terry
- Hybrid Students can visit see Lena Terry in the Tech Office.
- Hybrid Staff can email Lena Terry or book an appointment with Lena Terry
Click HERE to learn more about Tech Support at FWS.
About Us
Email: FWS-Secretaries@lcps.org
Website: lcps.org/farmwell
Location: 44281 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: 571-252-2320
Twitter: @LCPSFarmwell