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May 12 Early release school day
May 26 NO SCHOOL: Memorial Day
June 4 Last Day of School for PreK and ECCB Students
June 10 Last Day of School for PAC Students
June 11 Last Day of School for K-5 Students
 Pep rally for 3rd -5th graders taking SOL
Know a senior graduating from high school who attended BMP? Please help us spread the word! The BMP Grad Walk is Friday, June 6 at 3:15 p.m.
RSVP to let us know that you are coming on this Google Form.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is undergoing a comprehensive boundary review. This review will assess the boundaries across our district to support student population growth, changes in school capacity, student health and wellness, and evolving community needs. Committees have been formed and community feedback sessions have been held.
The latest school boundary proposal may impact Bren Mar Park ES. The proposal in the April 11, 2025 Superintendent Boundary Review Advisory Committee presents an option in which students who live across the 395 may be considered for another school. And, Bren Mar Park would welcome a new community of students to our school.
Learn more at https://www.fcps.edu/april-11-2025-superintendents-boundary-review-advisory-committee-meeting
Notes on Bren Mar Park's transition for students are also found in the Committee Feedback link at https://www.fcps.edu/april-25-2025-superintendents-boundary-review-advisory-committee-meeting
More information was sent to families on May 7, 2025 in an email called "Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings." You are invited to participate in another series of community meetings:
Thursday, May 15 6:30–8:00 p.m. Oakton HS
Friday, May 16 6:30–8:00 p.m. Robinson SS
Monday, May 19 6:30–8:00 p.m. Herndon HS
Friday, May 23 7:00-8:30 p.m. Lewis HS
Wednesday, May 28 7:00–8:30 p.m. Annandale HS
Thursday, May 29 6:30–8:00 p.m. Whitman MS
Friday, May 30 6:30–8:00 p.m. Chantilly HS
Friday, June 6 6:30–8:00 p.m. Glasgow MS
Bren Mar Park is glad to partner with families in creating the best possible learning environment for your child in the upcoming school year! As we begin the process of planning for next year's classroom communities, we welcome your insights and requests for consideration regarding your child's placement. This might include a request to be placed with or separated from a particular peer, as well as preferred traits you feel would best support your child's learning style in a classroom teacher. Please know that while we will thoughtfully consider all requests, the ultimate decision for class placement rests with the school, and we cannot guarantee specific placements. Your input is valuable to us, and we appreciate you sharing your perspective.
Submit your consideration request HERE.
All submissions must be received no later than Friday, May 30, 2025 for consideration.
Virginia SOL assessments are standardized tests designed to measure student achievement in reading, math and science and are given to students in grades 3, 4 and 5. They are used to determine if students are meeting the state's established expectations for learning. SOL online practice items are available at https://download.pearsonaccessnext.com/virginia/va-practicetest.html?links=1 - no sign in is required. The audio option is for students who are learning English as a second language or for students who qualify for this option. Paper pencil practice items can be found at https://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching-learning-assessment/student-assessment/sol-practice-items-all-subjects
The Bren Mar Park SOL testing schedule is as follows:
Thursday, May 13 Grade 3 - Math
Friday, May 16 Grade 4 - Math
Wednesday, May 14 Grade 5 - Math
Tuesday, May 20 Grade 5 - Science
Make up sessions for emergency absences continue through Friday, May 23.
PMI is an analysis tool that helps students consider various aspects of ideas, events, or activities from their own or others’ perspectives.
For example, a PMI can be used in a literature discussion to analyze a character’s choices or an author’s purpose.
Links to Making Thinking Visible strategies may include:
3-2-1 Bridge Compass Points Hotspots
Options Diamond Options Explosion
Generate-Sort-Connect-Elaborate
At Home Connection: Have your child try one of the links included Take a picture and share it with me at yfwilliams@fcps.edu
Students who turn 5 on or before September 30 are eligible to be registered for kindergarten for next school year. Learn more about the registration process at https://www.fcps.edu/registration/general-registration-requirements
Interested in learning more about kindergarten readiness? Families are encouraged to help their children develop in the following areas to prepare for the kindergarten classroom to develop skills in:
- Oral language (in any language) by talking about what you are doing and what your child is doing.
- Reading by reading together, letting your child hold the book, and pointing to words and talk about what they mean.
- Writing by encouraging your child to draw or write notes (even if they use only a few individual letters).
- Math by sorting objects such as clothing and touching and counting.
- Science by talking about what you see outside and collecting leaves, sticks or flowers and talking about their size and shape.
- Social studies by helping your child tell family stories and talk about why it is important to share with or take care of others.
- Emotional by helping your child understand that mistakes are a part of learning and developing independence in putting on clothes, using the bathroom and washing hands.
- Social by taking turns and focusing for increasing amounts of time.
- Physical Development by catching and visiting the playground.
Learn more at School Readiness at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/curriculum/early-childhood-education/school-readiness-and-transition-kindergarten
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School! During this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Learn about summer programs for children and resources from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and other fun activities. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
 Construction updates. Learn more at https://www.fcps.edu/bren-mar-park-elementary-capital-project
With the exciting progress on our two-story addition, please be aware that our Kiss & Ride procedures will need to adapt for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. We will be utilizing the new loop in front of the school, which will eventually serve our school buses. However, during this initial phase, the buses will not be able to use the loop without significantly impacting the existing building.
To help us navigate these temporary traffic changes, we are kindly requesting our community's support. If possible, we ask that you consider having your children walk or take the bus to school during the 2025-26 school year instead of driving them. Your cooperation in minimizing car traffic will greatly assist us as we manage the construction and ensure a smooth start to the new school year.
 Many thanks to the students, their families, and the AMAZING Bren Mar Park PTA for showing the staff love during this Teacher Appreciation Week!
Your child can continue to learn and practice academic skills throughout the summer with a variety of tools offered through Fairfax County Public Schools. Visit https://www.fcps.edu/services/technology/digital-resources-grade-level to learn more about digital resources that your child can access now and into the summer months.
Julianna Klioze, 2nd Grade Teacher
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I am so excited for my third year at BMP. This will be my 6th year teaching 2nd grade, and my 8th year teaching overall!
I grew up in New Jersey and went to James Madison University where I graduated with my Masters in the Art of Teaching.
When I’m not teaching, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family, friends, and my dog.
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