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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Second Story - THANK YOU! 🍜🧃
• Autism Awareness Week ❤️🧩
• Kindergarten Orientation 🖍️
• Clothing Drive 👖👟🧦🩲

• Chantilly Pyramid Art Show TONIGHT! 🎨🖼️

• Summer Art Camp 👨🏽‍🎨
• SoCo Summer Strings Camp 🎻
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • Online Auction Community Donations
  • Add Events Directly to Your Calendar
  • Spring After-School Classes Are Filling Fast!
  • We Need You for the PTES PTA Board
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

This week's Inclusion Spirit Week was a great success! Whether it was cozy PJs, vibrant rainbows, hidden kindness in camo, creative hats, or amazing school spirit - everyone's participation and enthusiasm showed incredible support for inclusion and acceptance!

Thank you to our 4th Grade Paw Tech Squad members for planning this week and helping to send the message that we are all different, and that's what makes our school so special! Let's carry the spirit of inclusion with us every day and continue to create a school where everyone feels valued, respected, and celebrated.

As a reminder, Monday, March 31 is a student holiday. Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate! Also, Tuesday, April 1 is a teacher workday. We look forward to seeing all our Panthers back in school on Wednesday, April 2!

Have a great weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

🍜Second Story SCA Donations🧃

Thank to all your donations, the SCA was able to assemble and donate around 200 snack packs for Second Story!! THANK YOU to all who contributed!

 

❤️Autism Awareness Week🧩

Next week, we will be celebrating Autism Awareness Week from April 2-4 with fun activities to promote inclusion, kindness, and understanding! 

Here’s what we have planned:

• 🧦 Wednesday – Rock Your Socks! Wear mismatched socks to celebrate neurodiversity!
• ❤️ Thursday – Kindness Counts! Encourage students to be extra kind and inclusive today. 
• 💙 Friday – Light It Up for Autism! Wear blue to show support for neurodiversity and help students understand the importance of acceptance and inclusion.

 

🖍️Kindergarten Orientation🔠

If your child is coming to Kindergarten next year, it's time to get them registered! To register, please complete the online forms linked from the FCPS Online Registration page. Once you do that, our registrar Claudia Munson will reach out to you! Should you have any questions about registration, please call the front office at (703) 633-7400.

We invite all future Kindergarteners to come to an orientation on Tuesday, April 1 starting at 10:00 am. Students will go to the classrooms with the teachers while guardians will meet in the cafeteria for a presentation!

❤️Looking forward to seeing many of our future Panthers very soon!!🐾

 

👖👟Clothing Drive🧦🩲

The Clinic needs spare clothing for student accidents: new or gently used gender-neutral, stretch-top pants; new or gently used shoes (youth sizes 10-13 only); new underwear & socks. There is a collection box in the main lobby.

THANK YOU!!

🖼️Chantilly Pyramid Art Show 🎨 Help us celebrate our community’s young artists TONIGHT March 28 at the Chantilly Pyramid Art Show!

Come admire the variety of paintings, drawings, ceramics, photography, and more from Kindergarten through high school-aged students! Along with a selection of artworks by our very own PTES students, you can enjoy fun activities like paper bag hats, hennas, a photo booth, and more! Lets not forget the three delicious food truck options that will be available for your dinner needs as well:

• Empanadas Demendoza: Empanadas, Chimi Fries, Churros
• The Roaming Coyote: Tacos, Burritos, Nachos
• Paradise Catering: Ice Cream, Desserts

Are your kids curious about what kinds of art classes are offered after elementary? Not only can you see the projects, but also get time to talk to the teachers and students behind the work! What better way to plan for the future?

Our Panthers have always shown up in a big way for the show! We are looking forward to another amazing evening of fun and togetherness while we celebrate what makes our community so unique!

 

🧑🏾‍🎨 CHS Summer Art Camp 👩🏻‍🎨

Ms. Mull and Ms. Kennedy will be hosting three week-long art camps this summer at Chantilly HS. Camp is for rising 3rd-8th graders and students will be grouped by age. Each week, students will explore a variety of sculpture, painting, drawing, and mixed media projects.

Register HERE!

Can’t wait to create art with you this summer!

🎻 SoCo Summer Strings Camp 🎻

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 7-18, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Register early to save money and reserve your student’s spot!

  🎟️Online Auction Community Donations🌴

The annual PTES PTA Online Auction will be held from May 16-19! If you or anyone you know has an item/service you'd like to donate to be auctioned off, please send an email to [email protected]. Previous donations have included artwork, vacation home rentals, household items, home-related services, and gift cards just to name a few!

Thank you for all your support to make the 2025 auction the best one yet!

 

📅Add PTA Events Directly to Your Calendar!📅

Check out the new PTA calendar to add events directly to your calendar!

Click the blue "Add to Calendar" button to subscribe to the calendar. This adds all events to your preferred calendar app, plus any updates and new events will automatically sync. Or scroll down the list to click and add specific events. We're trying something new - let us know how it works for you!

  🎨👨🏼‍🍳PTA After School Classes🤖♟️

Update: Spots are available for spring Art Club starting next Wednesday, April 2. Our vendor was having some technical issues with her website that made it appear that the class was full, but the issue has been resolved.

Detailed flyers and registration links for all classes are on the PTA website.

The spring class session includes:

Tuesdays

• Sticky Fingers Cooking (K-2) - only two spots left
• Intro to Video Game Design (1-6)

Wednesdays

• Art Club (K-6)
• Chess Club (K-6)
• Sticky Fingers Cooking (3-6) - sold out, join the waitlist

Thursdays

• iCode Tech Club
• Sticky Fingers Cooking (3-6) - sold out, join the waitlist

Fridays

• Minecraft Programming (1-6) - sold out, join the waitlist

 

🫵🏼 We Need You for the PTES PTA Board 🫵🏼

We need your help to continue to have a strong and active PTA next year. Without a board, our PTA will dissolve and our school will no longer have after-school programs, community events, grants to support funding needs, and more.

Check out the PTA website for detailed position descriptions and estimated time commitments. If you have a question about a position, or the PTA board, please email [email protected]. Submit your nomination by April 22!

The PTA Board develops goals for the PTA, appoints committees, and makes time-sensitive decisions in between regular board meetings to ensure that our students and teachers have the resources and support necessary to thrive. PTA Board volunteers serve our local school community and make real, tangible impacts for our students, parents, and teachers. We champion events like the Panther Prowl, Back-to-School Nights, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We support teacher appreciation events, keep parents informed, and coordinate our room parents and event volunteers. Come join us and make a difference in our school community!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Inclusion Spirit Week ❤️🧩
• Screenagers 💻📱📺
• Kindergarten Orientation 🖍️

• Chantilly Pyramid Art Show 🎨🖼️

• Monitor Help Wanted🙋🏽
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • Online Auction Community Donations
  • Add Events Directly to Your Calendar
  • Spring After-School Classes Are Filling Fast!
  • We Need You for the PTES PTA Board
  • Join the PTA

 

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

This week our 3rd - 6th graders had a visit from author W. Bruce Cameron! Cameron writes many books about dogs, so he shared with our students his love for dogs and was accompanied by Daisy, a service dog!. He also told them what it's like to write a film script. He gave them some great advice: in order to succeed, you first have to be willing to fail. Thank you to Ms. Riddile for organizing this Author Visit - our students had a great time!

Have a great weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

❤️Inclusion Spirit Week🧩

Next week, March 24 - 28, Poplar Tree will be celebrating Inclusion! Inclusion means that we are including everyone - making sure every piece fits and every voice matters! Our 4th Grade Paw Tech Squad members have been planning a Spirit Week!

• 😴Monday: PJ Day - Come As You re
• 🪖Tuesday: Camo Day - We Can't Hide our Kindness
• 🌈Wednesday: Rainbow Day - Celebrate Diversity!
• 👒Thursday: Hat Day - Hats off to finding the right tool that works for you!
• ❤️💛💙💚Friday: Fan Friday: We're all on the same team! (Wear your House or Poplar Tree shirt!)

We look forward to continuing to support an inclusive school community! 🧩💗

 

💻📱📺 Screenagers 💻📱📺

We're excited to partner with the PTA and invite you to a special screening of the award-winning documentary, Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age - Elementary School Age Edition.

This film explores the impact of screen time on children and teens, offering practical solutions and strategies for parents and educators to navigate the digital world together. In today's technology-driven environment, understanding how to foster healthy screen habits is more important than ever.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
• Time: 6:30 pm
• Location: Poplar Tree School Cafeteria

This event is free and open to all Poplar Tree families. We believe that this film will provide valuable information and spark important conversations within our community.

To help us plan for seating, please RSVP HERE!

 

🖍️Kindergarten Orientation🔠

If your child is coming to Kindergarten next year, it's time to get them registered! To register, please complete the online forms linked from the FCPS Online Registration page. Once you do that, our registrar Claudia Munson will reach out to you! Should you have any questions about registration, please call the front office at (703) 633-7400.

We invite all future Kindergarteners to come to an orientation on Tuesday, April 1 starting at 10:00 am. Students will go to the classrooms with the teachers while guardians will meet in the cafeteria for a presentation!

❤️Looking forward to seeing many of our future Panthers very soon!!🐾

🖼️Chantilly Pyramid Art Show 🎨 Help us celebrate our community’s young artists on March 28 at the Chantilly Pyramid Art Show!

Come admire the variety of paintings, drawings, ceramics, photography, and more from Kindergarten through high school-aged students! Along with a selection of artworks by our very own PTES students, you can enjoy fun activities like paper bag hats, hennas, a photo booth, and more! Lets not forget the three delicious food truck options that will be available for your dinner needs as well:

• Empanadas Demendoza: Empanadas, Chimi Fries, Churros
• The Roaming Coyote: Tacos, Burritos, Nachos
• Paradise Catering: Ice Cream, Desserts

Are your kids curious about what kinds of art classes are offered after elementary? Not only can you see the projects, but also get time to talk to the teachers and students behind the work! What better way to plan for the future?

Our Panthers have always shown up in a big way for the show! We are looking forward to another amazing evening of fun and togetherness while we celebrate what makes our community so unique!

 

🙋🏽 Student Monitors Needed!🙋🏽

We are looking for an energetic person who may be looking for an opportunity to join our Poplar Tree staff. Poplar Tree is a positive work environment, and we are ready to fill the following opportunity with members of our community. Applicants must be 18 or older.

Description

Provides supervision of students throughout the school day, including but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials, and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and non-instructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience is equivalent to graduation from high school. Must be comfortable managing student behaviors in large and small groups, ensuring all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed, and have general familiarity/skills with basic office technology in support of teachers, students, and the classroom.

Please pass this information along to anyone you may know. 

Interested applicants should contact Amy Alley ([email protected]) or at 703-633-7400.

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m.  All projects need to be taken home after the science expo. Please register your student HERE by March 25, 2025.  If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit their interest on the google form. Please remember that parental supervision the night of the Expo is required. If you have any questions about registration or the event please email Phil Storch, [email protected].

  🎟️Online Auction Community Donations🌴

The annual PTES PTA Online Auction will be held from May 16-19! If you or anyone you know has an item/service you'd like to donate to be auctioned off, please send an email to [email protected]. Previous donations have included artwork, vacation home rentals, household items, home-related services, and gift cards just to name a few!

Thank you for all your support to make the 2025 auction the best one yet!

 

📅Add PTA Events Directly to Your Calendar!📅

Check out the new PTA calendar to add events directly to your calendar!

Click the blue "Add to Calendar" button to subscribe to the calendar. This adds all events to your preferred calendar app, plus any updates and new events will automatically sync. Or scroll down the list to click and add specific events. We're trying something new - let us know how it works for you!

  🎨👨🏼‍🍳PTA After School Classes🤖♟️

The Poplar Tree PTA is excited to sponsor after-school classes for the spring session. Visit the PTA website for detailed flyers and registration links.

Sticky Fingers is sold out on Thursdays and only a few spots remain for other days. Minecraft Programming is sold out as well. You can still join the waitlist for sold-out classes.

Please note that you must be a PTA member to register your students. Join today to make sure your registration is up to date. Scholarships are available for some classes and financial assistance is available for PTA membership.

🫵🏼 We Need You for the PTES PTA Board 🫵🏼

We need your help to continue to have a strong and active PTA next year. Without a board, our PTA will dissolve and our school will no longer have after-school programs, community events, grants to support funding needs, and more.

Check out the PTA website for detailed position descriptions and estimated time commitments. If you have a question about a position, or the PTA board, please email [email protected]. Submit your nomination by April 22!

The PTA Board develops goals for the PTA, appoints committees, and makes time-sensitive decisions in between regular board meetings to ensure that our students and teachers have the resources and support necessary to thrive. PTA Board volunteers serve our local school community and make real, tangible impacts for our students, parents, and teachers. We champion events like the Panther Prowl, Back-to-School Nights, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We support teacher appreciation events, keep parents informed, and coordinate our room parents and event volunteers. Come join us and make a difference in our school community!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
Website | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Screenagers 💻📱📺

• Chantilly Pyramid Art Show 🎨🖼️

• Monitor Help Wanted🙋🏽
• Submit your Yearbook Photos 📸
• SCA Donation Drive🧃🍜
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • Spring After-School Classes
  • Dave & Buster's Spirit Night
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

This past week we had our House Morning Meetings for the quarter! It was so great to see all our Houses together greeting each other, recognizing how students have been Ethical & Global Citizens, and playing a fun game with our SCA Historian, Hazel! You can see some photos from the morning meetings below!

We encourage you to save the Date for Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid. Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, April 7 at Greenbriar West Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. 

We look forward to seeing so many of our Panthers tonight at the Talent Show starting at 6:00 pm!

Have a great weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

💻📱📺 Screenagers 💻📱📺

We're excited to partner with the PTA and invite you to a special screening of the award-winning documentary, Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age - Elementary School Age Edition.

This film explores the impact of screen time on children and teens, offering practical solutions and strategies for parents and educators to navigate the digital world together. In today's technology-driven environment, understanding how to foster healthy screen habits is more important than ever.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
• Time: 6:30 pm
• Location: Poplar Tree School Cafeteria

This event is free and open to all Poplar Tree families. We believe that this film will provide valuable information and spark important conversations within our community.

To help us plan for seating, please RSVP HERE!

🖼️Chantilly Pyramid Art Show 🎨 Help us celebrate our community’s young artists on March 28 at the Chantilly Pyramid Art Show!

Come admire the variety of paintings, drawings, ceramics, photography, and more from Kindergarten through high school-aged students! Along with a selection of artworks by our very own PTES students, you can enjoy fun activities like paper bag hats, hennas, a photo booth, and more! Lets not forget the three delicious food truck options that will be available for your dinner needs as well:

• Empanadas Demendoza: Empanadas, Chimi Fries, Churros
• The Roaming Coyote: Tacos, Burritos, Nachos
• Paradise Catering: Ice Cream, Desserts

Are your kids curious about what kinds of art classes are offered after elementary? Not only can you see the projects, but also get time to talk to the teachers and students behind the work! What better way to plan for the future?

Our Panthers have always shown up in a big way for the show! We are looking forward to another amazing evening of fun and togetherness while we celebrate what makes our community so unique!

 

🙋🏽 Student Monitors Needed!🙋🏽

We are looking for an energetic person who may be looking for an opportunity to join our Poplar Tree staff. Poplar Tree is a positive work environment, and we are ready to fill the following opportunity with members of our community. Applicants must be 18 or older.

Description

Provides supervision of students throughout the school day, including but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials, and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and non-instructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience is equivalent to graduation from high school. Must be comfortable managing student behaviors in large and small groups, ensuring all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed, and have general familiarity/skills with basic office technology in support of teachers, students, and the classroom.

Please pass this information along to anyone you may know. 

Interested applicants should contact Amy Alley ([email protected]) or at 703-633-7400.

 

📸Submit Your Yearbook Photos📸

The Poplar Tree Yearbook is almost complete, all it’s missing are your photo submissions. Upload your favorite photos from the first day of school, the Panther Prowl, after-school clubs and sports, snow day fun, the Pajama Dance, special classroom celebrations, Book Fair, or anything else you think is yearbook-worthy! The yearbook staff will try to use as many photos as possible. Submit photos of individuals, small groups, or even entire classes!

The deadline to send in photos is Friday, March 14.

Click HERE to submit.

 

🧃SCA Donation Drive🍜

The SCA is hosting a food drive to collect essential items for teens in need. The SCA will be putting together snack packs that will be delivered to Second Story. Please see the image above for items needed and what each grade level is collecting.

Second Story provides over 400 snacks to youth in need each week. Your help is tremendous in allowing Second Story to continue this effort. Read more at
www.second-story.org.

A few important things to note:

• For beverages, NO SODAS
• For single serving meals, please make sure they come in cups
• For snack cups, please make sure apple sauce is pouch only

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m.  All projects need to be taken home after the science expo. Please register your student HERE by March 25, 2025.  If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit their interest on the google form. Please remember that parental supervision the night of the Expo is required. If you have any questions about registration or the event please email Phil Storch, [email protected].

 

Register for Spring After-School Classes

The Poplar Tree PTA is excited to sponsor after-school classes for the spring session! Visit the PTA website for detailed flyers and registration links. Art Club, Sticky Fingers Cooking, Chess Club, and iCode are returning, as well as Minecraft Programming and a new class – Intro to Game Design.

Please note that you must be a PTA member to register your students. Join today to make sure your registration is up to date. Scholarships are available for some classes and financial assistance is available for PTA membership.

 

 🎉Dave & Buster's Spirit Night 🎉

Meet up with Poplar Tree friends at our Dave & Buster's Spirit Day on March 17 from 3-6 p.m. This is an early release day, so the fun starts early!

D&B will donate 20% of all food, non-alcoholic beverages, and Power Cards sales to Poplar Tree. Make sure to show the paper flyer from Friday folders, or download an electronic version HERE - and please place all orders with staff (do not use the kiosks as sales cannot be tracked). Stop by the Poplar Tree table in the restaurant area to pick up Power Cards purchased through the fundraiser. We hope to see you there!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
Website | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Submit your Yearbook Photos 📸
• SCA Donation Drive🧃🍜
• Dave & Buster's Power Card Fundraiser 🎟️
• Join the Poplar Tree Office Team! 🖐️
• Grades 3-6 Spring SEL Screener Window 💖
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• Sully District Budget Town Hall 📢
• Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp 🏀
• Magnet School Lottery 🧲🎟️
• PTA Announcements 📣
  • Noodles & Company Spirit Night 
  • Dave & Buster's Spirit Night
  • PTA Meeting this week!
  • Join the PTA

 

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

We're excited to partner with the PTA and invite you to a special screening of the award-winning documentary, Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age - Elementary School Age Edition.

This film explores the impact of screen time on children and teens, offering practical solutions and strategies for parents and educators to navigate the digital world together. In today's technology-driven environment, understanding how to foster healthy screen habits is more important than ever.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
• Time: 6:30 pm
• Location: Poplar Tree School Cafeteria

This event is free and open to all Poplar Tree families. We believe that this film will provide valuable information and spark important conversations within our community.

To help us plan for seating, please RSVP HERE!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

📸Submit Your Yearbook Photos📸

The Poplar Tree Yearbook is almost complete, all it’s missing are your photo submissions. Upload your favorite photos from the first day of school, the Panther Prowl, after-school clubs and sports, snow day fun, the Pajama Dance, special classroom celebrations, Book Fair, or anything else you think is yearbook-worthy! The yearbook staff will try to use as many photos as possible. Submit photos of individuals, small groups, or even entire classes!

The deadline to send in photos is Friday, March 14.

Click HERE to submit.

 

🧃SCA Donation Drive🍜

The SCA is hosting a food drive to collect essential items for teens in need. The SCA will be putting together snack packs that will be delivered to Second Story. Please see the image above for items needed and what each grade level is collecting.

Second Story provides over 400 snacks to youth in need each week. Your help is tremendous in allowing Second Story to continue this effort. Read more at
www.second-story.org.

A few important things to note:

• For beverages, NO SODAS
• For single serving meals, please make sure they come in cups
• For snack cups, please make sure apple sauce is pouch only

 

🎮Dave & Buster's Power Card Fundraiser🥤

Don't miss out on this awesome fundraiser! Order your Power Cards by Monday, March 10 and Dave & Buster's will donate 50% of all sales back to Poplar Tree. Stock up on $20 and $10 Power Cards for holiday and birthday gifts, rainy days, or special outings. You can use your Power Cards any time, including at our Spirit Night on March 17.

• Order $10 Power Cards HERE.
• Order $20 Power Cards HERE..

You will be directed to the PTA’s Square site for payment. Pick up your order at our Spirit Night or have it sent home with your student.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

Join the Poplar Tree Office Team!

The Poplar Tree ES office is seeking people-friendly helpers to grow its amazing team of office volunteers, providing customer service to visitors and callers when the office is short-staffed. Shifts are typically 2 hours. Schedule is flexible, and training is provided. Email Romney Short at [email protected] to discuss upcoming opportunities.

 

Grades 3-6 Spring SEL Screener Window opens March 10!

The Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-6 between March 10 and March 28. Students who have been opted out will be given an alternate activity during the administration in their class. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. More information is available about the SEL Screener by accessing this link.

If you have any questions please reach out to our SEL Screener Lead, Beth Mertens, at [email protected].

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m.  All projects need to be taken home after the science expo. Please register your student HERE by March 25, 2025.  If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit their interest on the google form. Please remember that parental supervision the night of the Expo is required. If you have any questions about registration or the event please email Phil Storch, [email protected].

 

Sully District Budget Town Hall

Please join Sully District Supervisor Kathy Smith and me for a joint town hall as we present the proposed FY 2026 Budgets and take your comments. If you would like to ask a question regarding the FY26 Budget, please send an email to [email protected] with "Budget Town Hall" in the subject.

Detailed information about the FCPS FY26 Budget can be found on our website.

• When: Monday, March 10, 2025 
• Time: 7 - 9 pm EST
• Where: Rocky Run Middle School Lecture Hall
• Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 
• *If American Sign Language or language interpretation is needed, please submit your request by March 6th.

 

Chantilly HS 🏀 Girls Basketball Camp 🏀

Registration for the 2025 Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp is now open! You can register HERE.

🍝 Noodles & Company Spirit Night 🍝

Support Poplar Tree Elementary School PTA on March 12th! 25% of your Noodles & Company purchase goes back to our school when you use code GIVING25 at checkout.

 🎉Dave & Buster's Spirit Night 🎉

Meet up with Poplar Tree friends at our Dave & Buster's Spirit Day on March 17 from 3-6 p.m. This is an early release day, so the fun starts early!

D&B will donate 20% of all food, non-alcoholic beverages, and Power Cards sales to Poplar Tree. Make sure to show the paper flyer from Friday folders, or download an electronic version HERE - and please place all orders with staff (do not use the kiosks as sales cannot be tracked). Stop by the Poplar Tree table in the restaurant area to pick up Power Cards purchased through the fundraiser. We hope to see you there!

 

March 13th PTA Meeting @ PTES ⌚ NEW TIME 6PM ⌚

Please join us live for the next HYBRID PTA Meeting on Thursday, March 13th! We will be in-person at PTES at 6pm. For those that are not able to join in-person, you can join via THIS Zoom link!

Look forward to seeing you there!!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

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Dear Parents and Guardians,

Every school in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has a crisis management and emergency preparedness plan in place. Keeping students and staff safe is a priority. We practice a number of safety drills throughout the school year, including lockdown drills which helps us know what to do if there is a potentially violent intruder inside the school or on school property.

Today, our school conducted a lockdown drill and teachers talked to students to prepare them for the drill.

We are very proud of our students today. They listened to directions and the drill was conducted in a calm and orderly fashion. Our students did a great job, and we encourage you to discuss the drill with them.  Additional guidance on discussions with your child about lockdown drills can be found in the Parent/Guardian tip letter, as well as on the frequently asked questions (FAQs) page.

Our emergency preparedness plans have been developed in coordination with the FCPS Office of Safety and Security, local law enforcement, emergency management officials, and FCPS mental health professionals. The plans are regularly reviewed and updated and include procedures on how to respond to critical incidents such as fires, tornadoes, and other events. Students and staff regularly practice safety drills.

I will continue to keep you informed of safety and security measures in place at our school. If you have questions, please call or contact the school office.  I appreciate your continued support in these matters.

Sincerely,

Sue Andujar - Principal

Amy Alley - Assistant Principal

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Submit your Yearbook Photos 📸
• SCA Donation Drive🧃🍜
• Join the Poplar Tree Office Team! 🖐️
• Grades 3-6 Spring SEL Screener Window 💖
• Chipotle Spirit Night 🌮
• 6th Graders - Sign up for Fire & Ice🔥🧊
• Fire & Ice Spirit Squad 🎉📣
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• Sully District Budget Town Hall 📢
• Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp 🏀
• Magnet School Lottery 🧲🎟️
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • Dave & Buster's Power Card Fundraiser!
  • Subscribe to the new PTA newsletter
  • PTA Auction Committee Needed
  • 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

We hope you're having a wonderful week!

We'd like to send a friendly reminder about bringing toys to school. While we know many toys are fun and engaging, they can unfortunately become a distraction to learning during the school day. To ensure a focused and productive learning environment for all our students, we kindly ask that toys remain at home.

Of course, we understand that special comfort items may be necessary for some children, and we encourage you to discuss any specific needs with your child's teacher.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us create a distraction-free learning environment. We appreciate your support!

Have a fabulous weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

📸Submit Your Yearbook Photos📸

The Poplar Tree Yearbook is almost complete, all it’s missing are your photo submissions. Upload your favorite photos from the first day of school, the Panther Prowl, after-school clubs and sports, snow day fun, the Pajama Dance, special classroom celebrations, Book Fair, or anything else you think is yearbook-worthy! The yearbook staff will try to use as many photos as possible. Submit photos of individuals, small groups, or even entire classes!

The deadline to send in photos is Friday, March 14.

Click HERE to submit.

 

🧃SCA Donation Drive🍜

The SCA is hosting a food drive to collect essential items for teens in need. The SCA will be putting together snack packs that will be delivered to Second Story. Please see the image above for items needed and what each grade level is collecting.

Second Story provides over 400 snacks to youth in need each week. Your help is tremendous in allowing Second Story to continue this effort. Read more at
www.second-story.org.

A few important things to note:

• For beverages, NO SODAS
• For single serving meals, please make sure they come in cups
• For snack cups, please make sure apple sauce is pouch only

Join the Poplar Tree Office Team!

The Poplar Tree ES office is seeking people-friendly helpers to grow its amazing team of office volunteers, providing customer service to visitors and callers when the office is short-staffed. Shifts are typically 2 hours. Schedule is flexible, and training is provided. Email Romney Short at [email protected] to discuss upcoming opportunities.

 

Grades 3-6 Spring SEL Screener Window opens March 10!

The Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-6 between March 10 and March 28. Students who have been opted out will be given an alternate activity during the administration in their class. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. More information is available about the SEL Screener by accessing this link.

If you have any questions please reach out to our SEL Screener Lead, Beth Mertens, at [email protected].

 

🌮 Chipotle Spirit Night 🌮

Please support the Poplar Tree 6th grade class this Wednesday night, March 5th at Chipotle in Fair Lakes from 5-9pm!

  6th Grade Interest Form 🔥Fire and Ice🧊

Please fill out THIS FORM if your child is interested in participating in the Fire and Ice event. There are several ways to get involved. Don't miss out!

 

📣 Fire & Ice Spirit Squad🎉

Perform at the Fire & Ice basketball game with the Spirit Squad! Ms. Grieco will be the head coach and assisted by Chantilly HS Cheerleaders! All grades are welcome, but space is limited! Sign ups will be open until March 7.

Sign your child up HERE!

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m.  All projects need to be taken home after the science expo. Please register your student HERE by March 25, 2025.  If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit their interest on the google form. Please remember that parental supervision the night of the Expo is required. If you have any questions about registration or the event please email Phil Storch, [email protected].

 

Sully District Budget Town Hall

Please join Sully District Supervisor Kathy Smith and me for a joint town hall as we present the proposed FY 2026 Budgets and take your comments. If you would like to ask a question regarding the FY26 Budget, please send an email to [email protected] with "Budget Town Hall" in the subject.

Detailed information about the FCPS FY26 Budget can be found on our website.

• When: Monday, March 10, 2025 
• Time: 7 - 9 pm EST
• Where: Rocky Run Middle School Lecture Hall
• Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 
• *If American Sign Language or language interpretation is needed, please submit your request by March 6th.

 

Chantilly HS 🏀 Girls Basketball Camp 🏀

Registration for the 2025 Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp is now open! You can register HERE.

 

🎟️Magnet School Lottery 🧲

The Magnet Program registration window will open Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and close Friday, April 4, 2025.  No late applications are accepted.

To learn more about the programs and the registration process, families are encouraged to attend one of the Parent Information Nights:

• Hunters Woods Elementary, February 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)
• Bailey’s Primary Elementary School and Bailey’s Upper Elementary School, February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (In-person)

You can also find more information about the Magnet Program this THIS LINK. 

 

🎮Dave & Buster's Power Card Fundraiser🥤

Dave & Buster's is partnering with the Poplar Tree PTA for a Power Card Fundraiser and a Spirit Night! Stock up on $20 and $10 Power Cards for holiday and birthday gifts, rainy days, or special outings, and Poplar Tree will receive 50% of the proceeds. You can use your Power Cards any time, including at our Spirit Night on March 17.

Orders are due by March 10. You will be directed to the PTA’s Square site for payment. Pick up your order at our Spirit Night or have it sent home with your student.

• Order $10 Power Cards HERE.
• Order $20 Power Cards HERE.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

 

📰 Subscribe to the New PTA Newsletter! 📰

Subscribe to the Panther Times, the Poplar Tree PTA's newsletter! Get the latest PTA news in your inbox on Mondays, including events and opportunities for students, dates and information about spirit nights and fundraisers, ways to get involved, how fundraising dollars are being used, and updates from the PTA.

To subscribe, click HERE and enter your email. Under Subscription Topics go to Elementary Schools>Poplar Tree and check the box for Poplar Tree PTA.

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

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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 Poplar Tree tomorrow February 28. All students will participate in this drill.

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.

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,

Sue Andujar - Principal

Amy Alley - Assistant Principal

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A Note about Ramadan for our Poplar Tree Families

Ramadan, one of the holiest times on the Islamic calendar, begins on February 28 at sundown. If your child needs an alternative space for lunch or prayer during this time, we will accommodate them. Please email Ms. Mertens ([email protected]) and Ms. Alley ([email protected]) and they will make arrangements. Please note that students will be required to bring a quiet activity during this.

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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• SCA Donation Drive🧃🍜
• Join the Poplar Tree Office Team! 🖐️
• Talent Show🩰🎹🥁🪄😝
• 6th Graders - Sign up for Fire & Ice🔥🧊
• Fire & Ice Spirit Squad 🎉📣
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • Dave & Buster's Power Card Fundraiser!
  • Subscribe to the new PTA newsletter
  • PTA Auction Committee Needed
  • 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

This coming Monday, February 24 is a 3-hour early release day. You should've received an email earlier this week confirming the dismissal plan for your child. If you need to make a change to the confirmed plan, please either call the office (703) 633-7400 or complete THIS FORM. Thank you so much!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

🧃SCA Donation Drive🍜

The SCA is hosting a food drive to collect essential items for teens in need. The SCA will be putting together snack packs that will be delivered to Second Story. Please see the image above for items needed and what each grade level is collecting.

Second Story provides over 400 snacks to youth in need each week. Your help is tremendous in allowing Second Story to continue this effort. Read more at
www.second-story.org.

A few important things to note:

• For beverages, NO SODAS
• For single serving meals, please make sure they come in cups
• For snack cups, please make sure apple sauce is pouch only

Join the Poplar Tree Office Team!

The Poplar Tree ES office is seeking people-friendly helpers to grow its amazing team of office volunteers, providing customer service to visitors and callers when the office is short-staffed. Shifts are typically 2 hours. Schedule is flexible, and training is provided. Email Romney Short at [email protected] to discuss upcoming opportunities.

 

🩰🎹🥁🪄😝 Sign Up For The Talent Show!

Is your student a singer, dancer, comedian, magician, musician? Do they have an amazing talent to share at this year's Talent Show?

• Every performer must complete the registration form by no later than March 1. Register HERE!
• A parent information session will be held on Zoom on Monday February 24 at 7 p.m. Join the Zoom HERE.
• Any background music (cut down to 2 min. in length) is to be submitted to [email protected] by no later than March 1.
• Rehearsals will be held on March 11 directly after school, a parent chaperone per act is required for rehearsals and for the night of the performance.
• The performance date is Friday March 14 at 6 p.m.

Questions? Email [email protected].

  6th Grade Interest Form 🔥Fire and Ice🧊

Please fill out THIS FORM if your child is interested in participating in the Fire and Ice event. There are several ways to get involved. Don't miss out!

 

📣 Fire & Ice Spirit Squad🎉

Perform at the Fire & Ice basketball game with the Spirit Squad! Ms. Grieco will be the head coach and assisted by Chantilly HS Cheerleaders! All grades are welcome, but space is limited! Sign ups will be open until March 7.

Sign your child up HERE!

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m.  All projects need to be taken home after the science expo. Please register your student HERE by March 25, 2025.  If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit their interest on the google form. Please remember that parental supervision the night of the Expo is required. If you have any questions about registration or the event please email Phil Storch, [email protected].

 

🎮Dave & Buster's Power Card Fundraiser🥤

Dave & Buster's is partnering with the Poplar Tree PTA for a Power Card Fundraiser and a Spirit Night! Stock up on $20 and $10 Power Cards for holiday and birthday gifts, rainy days, or special outings, and Poplar Tree will receive 50% of the proceeds. You can use your Power Cards any time, including at our Spirit Night on March 17.

Orders are due by March 10. You will be directed to the PTA’s Square site for payment. Pick up your order at our Spirit Night or have it sent home with your student.

• Order $10 Power Cards HERE.
• Order $20 Power Cards HERE.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

 

📰 Subscribe to the New PTA Newsletter! 📰

Subscribe to the Panther Times, the Poplar Tree PTA's newsletter! Get the latest PTA news in your inbox on Mondays, including events and opportunities for students, dates and information about spirit nights and fundraisers, ways to get involved, how fundraising dollars are being used, and updates from the PTA.

To subscribe, click HERE and enter your email. Under Subscription Topics go to Elementary Schools>Poplar Tree and check the box for Poplar Tree PTA.

  🎟️ PTA Auction Committee Needed 🎟️

Please consider assisting the PTA with the online auction this year. You can sign up HERE!

  🗳️ 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee 🗳️ The next school year seems far away - but we need your help for the 2025-26 PTA!

The PTA board transitions over late spring in preparation for the next school year. We are looking for 3 PTA members to serve on the nominating committee to help identify candidates for next year’s board.

Why should you consider supporting PTES/PTA in this role?

•  Do your kids love our PTA-sponsored after-school programs and events like Spelling Bee and the Panther Prowl?
• Are your kids involved in sports and other activities where you connect with other PTES parents and can help spread the word about the value of our PTA?
• Do you know members of the Poplar Tree ES community who you would trust to lead all of the great programs the PTA supports for the students and teachers?
• Have you previously served on a board or a committee, but don't have the time for a long-term leadership role right now?
• The committee will specifically look to recommend candidates for President, President-elect, 6 VP positions, Treasurer and Secretary.

You can help ensure the continued success of the PTA by volunteering for this committee with a minimal time commitment. No previous PTA leadership experience is necessary

Here is a rough timeline of upcoming related activities:

• February 20: Elect the nominating committee
• March: Q&A with PTA Board
• April: Present nominees for 2025-26 PTA Board
• May: Hold general membership election

All members of the nominating committee must be PTA members.

Main duties include helping solicit PTA board nominees, collecting nomination applications, and helping to present nominees for election.

Email [email protected] if you are interested in serving on the committee by February 19th.

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Talent Show🩰🎹🥁🪄😝
• 6th Graders - Sign up for Fire & Ice🔥🧊
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • PTA Meeting 
  • Subscribe to the new PTA newsletter
  • PTA Auction Committee Needed
  • 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

Congratulations to all students who participated in the spelling bee last night. We were so proud of each student's bravery for getting up on the stage to spell some very difficult words. It really shows how Goal Directed & Resilient they are! A special Congratulations to our our winner Abhinav Prasath and our runner up Nishanth Manthripagada!

Just a reminder Monday, February 18 is Presidents Day and a holiday for students and teachers. The following Monday, February 24 is a 3-hour early release day. Look our for confirmation of what your child will do be doing for the early release day next week!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

🩰🎹🥁🪄😝 Sign Up For The Talent Show!

Is your student a singer, dancer, comedian, magician, musician? Do they have an amazing talent to share at this year's Talent Show?

• Every performer must complete the registration form by no later than March 1. Register HERE!
• A parent information session will be held on Zoom on Monday February 24 at 7 p.m. Join the Zoom HERE.

**Please note - this is a change! This meeting has been moved from February 17 to February 24.

• Any background music (cut down to 2 min. in length) is to be submitted to [email protected] by no later than March 1.
• Rehearsals will be held on March 11 directly after school, a parent chaperone per act is required for rehearsals and for the night of the performance.
• The performance date is Friday March 14 at 6 p.m.

Questions? Email [email protected].

  6th Grade Interest Form 🔥Fire and Ice🧊

Please fill out THIS FORM if you are interested in participating in the Fire and Ice event. There are several ways to get involved. Don't miss out!

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m.  All projects need to be taken home after the science expo. Please register your student HERE by March 25, 2025.  If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit their interest on the google form. Please remember that parental supervision the night of the Expo is required. If you have any questions about registration or the event please email Phil Storch, [email protected].

 

❤️ PTA Meeting 🎦

Join us for the next PTA Meeting on Thursday, February 20th at 6pm! This will be a hybrid meeting live at Poplar Tree Elementary and also via zoom HERE!

 

📰 Subscribe to the New PTA Newsletter! 📰

Subscribe to the Panther Times, the Poplar Tree PTA's newsletter! Get the latest PTA news in your inbox on Mondays, including events and opportunities for students, dates and information about spirit nights and fundraisers, ways to get involved, how fundraising dollars are being used, and updates from the PTA.

To subscribe, click HERE and enter your email. Under Subscription Topics go to Elementary Schools>Poplar Tree and check the box for Poplar Tree PTA.

  🎟️ PTA Auction Committee Needed 🎟️

Please consider assisting the PTA with the online auction this year. You can sign up HERE!

  🗳️ 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee 🗳️ The next school year seems far away - but we need your help for the 2025-26 PTA!

The PTA board transitions over late spring in preparation for the next school year. We are looking for 3 PTA members to serve on the nominating committee to help identify candidates for next year’s board.

Why should you consider supporting PTES/PTA in this role?

•  Do your kids love our PTA-sponsored after-school programs and events like Spelling Bee and the Panther Prowl?
• Are your kids involved in sports and other activities where you connect with other PTES parents and can help spread the word about the value of our PTA?
• Do you know members of the Poplar Tree ES community who you would trust to lead all of the great programs the PTA supports for the students and teachers?
• Have you previously served on a board or a committee, but don't have the time for a long-term leadership role right now?
• The committee will specifically look to recommend candidates for President, President-elect, 6 VP positions, Treasurer and Secretary.

You can help ensure the continued success of the PTA by volunteering for this committee with a minimal time commitment. No previous PTA leadership experience is necessary

Here is a rough timeline of upcoming related activities:

• February 20: Elect the nominating committee
• March: Q&A with PTA Board
• April: Present nominees for 2025-26 PTA Board
• May: Hold general membership election

All members of the nominating committee must be PTA members.

Main duties include helping solicit PTA board nominees, collecting nomination applications, and helping to present nominees for election.

Email [email protected] if you are interested in serving on the committee by February 19th.

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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🍽️ Lunch Menu Changes 🍽️ For the week of February 10, 2025

• Monday 02/10
  • Chicken tenders and pumpkin bread instead of chicken tenders and waffles
• Tuesday 02/11
  • Chicken tacos with pineapple salsa instead of fish tacos with pineapple salsa

** Vegetarian options will not change

 

📝 Student Experience Survey 📝

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 24. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 24, and Friday, March 7. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. If you would like to opt your child out of this survey, please do so HERE. 

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the five equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Talent Show🩰🎹🥁🪄😝
• Science Expo 🔬🥽
• Honeygrow - 6th Grade Fundraiser 🍽️
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • PTA Auction Committee Needed
  • 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

Our Principal's Message this week is brought to you by the Principal and Assistant Principal of the day! 6th grader Cecelia Sierra and 3rd grader Zoya Nanji were the winners of this in last year's PTA auction! If you would like your child to have this same opportunity, be sure to look for it at this year's auction!

We had an amazing time being Principal and Assistant Principal of the day! We got to see all the inner workings of the school such as the boiler room, storage room, and more! It was such a delight  to visit some of the classrooms, to observe students learning and participating in class. It was fun when we monitored recess and lunch because we got to help so many students. We also loved reading to the Kindergarten and First Graders. At dismissal, we helped preschoolers get to their buses.  Poplar Tree is truly an amazing place to be!

Yours truly, 

Principal Cecelia Sierra 

Assistant Principal Zoya Nanji

 

🩰🎹🥁🪄😝 Sign Up For The Talent Show!

Is your student a singer, dancer, comedian, magician, musician? Do they have an amazing talent to share at this year's Talent Show?

• Every performer must complete the registration form by no later than March 1. Register HERE!
• A parent information session will be held on Zoom on Monday February 24 at 7 p.m. Join the Zoom HERE.

**Please note - this is a change! This meeting has been moved from February 17 to February 24.

• Any background music (cut down to 2 min. in length) is to be submitted to [email protected] by no later than March 1.
• Rehearsals will be held on March 11 directly after school, a parent chaperone per act is required for rehearsals and for the night of the performance.
• The performance date is Friday March 14 at 6 p.m.

Questions? Email [email protected].

 

🔬 Science Expo 🥽

We are excited to continue Poplar Tree’s Science Night Expo! It’s an exciting opportunity for each student to create a science-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project and each participant will receive a certificate and ribbon for their participation.

The Science Expo will be held on the evening of Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 p.m. All projects need to be taken home after the science expo.

More info will be shared in Friday folders next week!

 

🍜 6th Grade Fundraiser 🍜

Please join us from 10:30-10pm on Thursday, February 13th at Honeygrow in Fair Lakes! Use Promo GIVE156. Thank you!

  🎟️ PTA Auction Committee Needed 🎟️

Please consider assisting the PTA with the online auction this year. You can sign up HERE!

  🗳️ 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee 🗳️ The next school year seems far away - but we need your help for the 2025-26 PTA!

The PTA board transitions over late spring in preparation for the next school year. We are looking for 3 PTA members to serve on the nominating committee to help identify candidates for next year’s board.

Why should you consider supporting PTES/PTA in this role?

•  Do your kids love our PTA-sponsored after-school programs and events like Spelling Bee and the Panther Prowl?
• Are your kids involved in sports and other activities where you connect with other PTES parents and can help spread the word about the value of our PTA?
• Do you know members of the Poplar Tree ES community who you would trust to lead all of the great programs the PTA supports for the students and teachers?
• Have you previously served on a board or a committee, but don't have the time for a long-term leadership role right now?
• The committee will specifically look to recommend candidates for President, President-elect, 6 VP positions, Treasurer and Secretary.

You can help ensure the continued success of the PTA by volunteering for this committee with a minimal time commitment. No previous PTA leadership experience is necessary

Here is a rough timeline of upcoming related activities:

• February 20: Elect the nominating committee
• March: Q&A with PTA Board
• April: Present nominees for 2025-26 PTA Board
• May: Hold general membership election

All members of the nominating committee must be PTA members.

Main duties include helping solicit PTA board nominees, collecting nomination applications, and helping to present nominees for election.

Email [email protected] if you are interested in serving on the committee by February 19th.

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Lolligrams 🍭
• Talent Show🩰🎹🥁🪄😝
• Strategies to Declutter 🗑️
• PTA Announcements 📣
  • Spirit Night at Crumbl
  • PTA Auction Committee Needed
  • 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee
  • Spelling Bee - Last Call!
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

We have officially begun the third quarter of the school year! The third quarter is a time for growth and building upon the foundation we've established in the first half of the year. We'll be diving deeper into the curriculum, exploring new concepts, and continuing to foster a love of learning in all our students! We're very grateful for the hard work and dedication of our staff who truly show up each and every day to ensure our students learning experiences are amazing!

Each quarter, our houses are working towards earning pink and purple tickets. They earn these tickets when they show that they are being Ethical and Global citizens in our hallways, cafeteria, and classrooms. The house that gets the MOST purple tickets gets a fun incentive at the end of the quarter. Today the YELLOW house celebrated earning the most purple tickets by having SNOW much fun! We had a snow themed photo booth, snow themed brain breaks, a snowflake making station, and snow picture coloring. We're excited to see which house wins the next incentive during third quarter!

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! 

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

🍭 Lolligrams 🍭

Lolligrams flyers will be coming home in Friday folders TODAY! Lolligrams will be sold in the lobby before school from February 3 through February 7th. Cards will be due by the end the day on Friday the 7th to guarantee delivery.

 

🩰🎹🥁🪄😝 Sign Up For The Talent Show!

Is your student a singer, dancer, comedian, magician, musician? Do they have an amazing talent to share at this year's Talent Show?

• Every performer must complete the registration form by no later than March 1. Register HERE!
• A parent information session will be held on Zoom on Monday February 17 at 7 p.m. Join the Zoom HERE.
• Any background music (cut down to 2 min. in length) is to be submitted to [email protected] by no later than March 1.
• Rehearsals will be held on March 11 directly after school, a parent chaperone per act is required for rehearsals and for the night of the performance.
• The performance date is Friday March 14 at 6 p.m.

Questions? Email [email protected].

Strategies to Declutter, Get Organized, and Help Your Family do the Same   🍪 Spirit Night at Crumbl Cookie🍪

Treat yourself and support our school! Join us for a sweet evening at Crumbl Cookie - Chantilly (by Wegmans) on February 5 from 3-6PM. A portion of all sales will go directly to benefit our school programs and activities.

Bring your family, grab some cookies, and show your school spirit—every bite counts! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

  🎟️ PTA Auction Committee Needed 🎟️

Please consider assisting the PTA with the online auction this year. You can sign up HERE!

  🗳️ 2025-2026 PTA Nominating Committee 🗳️ The next school year seems far away - but we need your help for the 2025-26 PTA!

The PTA board transitions over late spring in preparation for the next school year. We are looking for 3 PTA members to serve on the nominating committee to help identify candidates for next year’s board.

Why should you consider supporting PTES/PTA in this role?

•  Do your kids love our PTA-sponsored after-school programs and events like Spelling Bee and the Panther Prowl?
• Are your kids involved in sports and other activities where you connect with other PTES parents and can help spread the word about the value of our PTA?
• Do you know members of the Poplar Tree ES community who you would trust to lead all of the great programs the PTA supports for the students and teachers?
• Have you previously served on a board or a committee, but don't have the time for a long-term leadership role right now?
• The committee will specifically look to recommend candidates for President, President-elect, 6 VP positions, Treasurer and Secretary.

You can help ensure the continued success of the PTA by volunteering for this committee with a minimal time commitment. No previous PTA leadership experience is necessary

Here is a rough timeline of upcoming related activities:

• February 20: Elect the nominating committee
• March: Q&A with PTA Board
• April: Present nominees for 2025-26 PTA Board
• May: Hold general membership election

All members of the nominating committee must be PTA members.

Main duties include helping solicit PTA board nominees, collecting nomination applications, and helping to present nominees for election.

Email [email protected] if you are interested in serving on the committee by February 19th.

  🐝Sign-up almost closed for the Spelling Bee🐝

The Poplar Tree PTA has been planning for a successful spelling bee program for 2024-2025. Poplar Tree is proud to offer students an opportunity to exhibit their proficiency in the art of spelling and, just as importantly, vocabulary. The school Spelling Bee Champion will advance to the Fairfax County regional competition. The regional winner will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee representing Fairfax County. The registration deadline is 01/31/25. If you are interested, please visit the website for more information and to register HERE!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Encouraging Digital Citizenship 💻
• Talent Show🩰🎹🥁🪄😝
• 6th Grade Sponsored Pajama Dance🪩
• PTA Announcements 📣
  • Spelling Bee - Last Call!
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

This week's schedule might have been different than usual, but we were still able to maintain our sense of community and held our House Closing Circles! These events are a quick 20 minute gathering at the end of the day with each house where we greet each other, do a fun activity, share some news, and highlight students who have been Ethical & Global Citizens! The Yellow House met Tuesday, Blue House Thursday, Green House Friday, and the Red House will meet Monday! Ask your child about the expectations for assembly behavior!

We wanted to bring your attention to a new section of our Poplar Tree website that highlights the "Top Ten things about Poplar Tree!" Check it out HERE! We had fun identifying some things that truly make Poplar Tree a special and unique place to learn and grow!

Next week the quarter ends on Tuesday, and therefore Wednesday, January 29 is a teacher workday - no school for students! 

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! 

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

💻Encouraging Digital Citizenship 

In this ever changing digital world, we would like to emphasize the importance of teaching our students to be digital citizens. Doing this is a shared responsibility between the school and home! You can learn more about FCPS policy on this shared responsibility HERE!

In addition, we wanted to make sure you knew about ways in which you can help monitor what students are doing on their school devices. 

1. Sign up to receive Lightspeed Parent Reports sent to you each week. Click HERE to learn more!
2. If your child is bringing home their school device home, you can check their history. See the image below for how to do this!

If you have any questions about technology use at Poplar Tree, please reach out to our School Based Technology Specialist, Leslie Leisey at [email protected].

 

🩰🎹🥁🪄😝 Sign Up For The Talent Show!

Is your student a singer, dancer, comedian, magician, musician? Do they have an amazing talent to share at this year's Talent Show?

• Every performer must complete the registration form by no later than March 1. Register HERE!
• A parent information session will be held on Zoom on Monday February 17 at 7 p.m. Join the Zoom HERE.
• Any background music (cut down to 2 min. in length) is to be submitted to [email protected] by no later than March 1.
• Rehearsals will be held on March 11 directly after school, a parent chaperone per act is required for rehearsals and for the night of the performance.
• The performance date is Friday March 14 at 6 p.m.

Questions? Email [email protected].

 

Pajama Dance

Our 6th grade class will be hosting a pajama dance for students in Grades 4-6 on January 31, 2025 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Bring new never used socks, hats and gloves to donate the Hypothermia Shelters. Proceeds will be in support of the 6th Grade celebration!

Cost: $10 per student (drop off event)

Includes water and a snack. Bring cash for other concessions.

Register HERE!

To volunteer click HERE!

  🐝Sign-up almost closed for the Spelling Bee🐝

The Poplar Tree PTA has been planning for a successful spelling bee program for 2024-2025. Poplar Tree is proud to offer students an opportunity to exhibit their proficiency in the art of spelling and, just as importantly, vocabulary. The school Spelling Bee Champion will advance to the Fairfax County regional competition. The regional winner will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee representing Fairfax County. The registration deadline is 01/31/25. If you are interested, please visit the website for more information and to register HERE!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• 6th Grade Sponsored Pajama Dance🪩
• PTA Announcements 📣
  
  • PTA Meeting
  • Winter After School Classes
  • Spelling Bee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

It was so great to have our students back for our first full week of school in 2025! We look forward to lots of great things happening in our school this year, including house morning meetings and closing circles, supporting an inclusive learning environment for all, PTA sponsored after school programs, and concerts galore from our talented musicians!

We just want to remind you about our cell phone policy. Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions!

All students at Poplar Tree should follow these expectations:

• Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school only.
• Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
• Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency.

If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call Poplar Tree's Main Office at (703) 633-7400. Do not call or text your students during the school day. 

As a reminder there is no school on Monday, January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We look forward to seeing all our Panthers back here at school on Tuesday!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

Pajama Dance

Our 6th grade class will be hosting a pajama dance for students in Grades 4-6 on January 31, 2025 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Bring new never used socks, hats and gloves to donate the Hypothermia Shelters. Proceeds will be in support of the 6th Grade celebration!

Cost: $10 per student (drop off event)

Includes water and a snack. Bring cash for other concessions.

Register HERE!

To volunteer click HERE!

  First PTA Meeting of 2025

Join our first PTA meeting of 2025 in-person at PTES on January 23rd at 7pm! For those who are not able attend in person, join us via Zoom HERE!

Look forward to seeing everyone next week!

 

Winter After-School Classes!

Thanks to all who have signed up for our winter after school classes! All classes are now SOLD OUT other than Chess Club! To sign up for chess club, visit the PTA website.

Remember, you must be a PTA member to register your students. Join today to make sure your registration is up to date. Scholarships are available for some classes and financial assistance is available for PTA membership.

  🐝Sign-up is open for the Spelling Bee 2025🐝

The Poplar Tree PTA has been planning for a successful spelling bee program for 2024-2025. Poplar Tree is proud to offer students an opportunity to exhibit their proficiency in the art of spelling and, just as importantly, vocabulary. The school Spelling Bee Champion will advance to the Fairfax County regional competition. The regional winner will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee representing Fairfax County. The registration deadline is 01/31/25. If you are interested, please visit the website for more information and to register HERE!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
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Dear Poplar Tree Families,

Because of the snow days last week, the lunch menu this week has changed!

• Tuesday, January 14:
  • Chicken Tikka Masala w/ Brown Rice
  • Chana Masala w/Brown Rice
• Wednesday, January 15:
  
  • Sweet Thai Chili Chicken Wings w/Roll
  • Sweet Thai Chili Chickenless Bites with Roll
• Thursday, January 16
  • BBQ Chicken Sandwich
  • Vegan Burger w/BBQ Sauce on Bun

Thank you for your understanding!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• 6th Grade Sponsored Pajama Dance🪩
• PTA Announcements 📣
  • Panera Bread Spirit Night
  • Registration for Winter After School Classes
  • Spelling Bee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

What a wacky week! We were so excited to have our students back in school even if just for a shortened day. We could tell by the smiles on their faces that they were happy to see their friends and teachers! 

We are looking forward to hopefully a full week of school next week!

We hope everyone was able to enjoy the snow and stays safe and warm this weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

 

Pajama Dance

Our 6th grade class will be hosting a pajama dance for students in Grades 4-6 on January 31, 2025 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Bring new never used socks, hats and gloves to donate the Hypothermia Shelters. Proceeds will be in support of the 6th Grade celebration!

Cost: $10 per student (drop off event)

Includes water and a snack. Bring cash for other concessions.

Register HERE!

To volunteer click HERE!

  Panera Break Spirit Night

Need dinner plans? 😋 Come support Poplar Tree Elementary PTA at our Panera Bread fundraiser! Join us on January 15th from 4-8 PM at the Fairfax Towne Center location. 25% of all sales will be donated to our school. Just use code FUND4U online or mention Poplar Tree PTA at checkout.

Let's raise some dough!

 

Registration Now Open for Winter After-School Classes!

The Poplar Tree PTA is excited to announce that registration is open for the winter session of after-school classes. Back by popular demand, Art Club, Sticky Fingers Cooking, and Chess Club are returning, plus thanks to your survey feedback, we’re also introducing a 2-hour Robotics Club and Minecraft Programming!

Information is available on the PTA website and flyers are coming home in Friday’s folders. There are limited seats for each class. *Please note that the Robotics age groups have been switched since last Friday’s Paw Print. The new days are below.

Remember, you must be a PTA member to register your students. Join today to make sure your registration is up to date. Scholarships are available for some classes and financial assistance is available for PTA membership.

Winter session programs include:

Day

Program

Time

Grades

Start Date

Tuesday

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

K-2

January 14

Wednesday

 

 

Art Club

3:30-4:45

K-6

January 8

Chess Club

3:35-4:35

K-6

January 15

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

3-6

January 15

Thursday

 

iCode Robotics Club

3:35-5:35

4-6

January 16

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

3-6

January 16

Friday

 

iCode Robotics Club

3:35-5:35

1-3

January 17

Minecraft Programming

3:35-4:35

1-6

February 7

 

  🐝Sign-up is open for the Spelling Bee 2025🐝

The Poplar Tree PTA has been planning for a successful spelling bee program for 2024-2025. Poplar Tree is proud to offer students an opportunity to exhibit their proficiency in the art of spelling and, just as importantly, vocabulary. The school Spelling Bee Champion will advance to the Fairfax County regional competition. The regional winner will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee representing Fairfax County. The registration deadline is 01/31/25. If you are interested, please visit the website for more information and to register HERE!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Uniquely US Family Spotlight💡
• 6th Grade Sponsored Pajama Dance🪩
• PTA Announcements 📣
  • Registration for Winter After School Classes
  • Spelling Bee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

As a reminder, there is no school until Monday, January 6. Our office will also be closed during this time.

We hope everyone has a lovely holiday season and a relaxing winter break!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

💡Uniquely US - Family Spotlight

This week's Family Spotlight is on The Dhakal Family! Aswin is a 6th grader in Ms. Nuckols' class!

If you would like your family to be featured in one of our Family Spotlights, please complete THIS FORM!

 

Pajama Dance

Our 6th grade class will be hosting a pajama dance for students in Grades 4-6 on January 31, 2025 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Bring new never used socks, hats and gloves to donate the Hypothermia Shelters. Proceeds will be in support of the 6th Grade celebration!

Cost: $10 per student (drop off event)

Includes water and a snack. Bring cash for other concessions.

Register HERE!

 

Registration Now Open for Winter After-School Classes!

The Poplar Tree PTA is excited to announce that registration is open for the winter session of after-school classes. Back by popular demand, Art Club, Sticky Fingers Cooking, and Chess Club are returning, plus thanks to your survey feedback, we’re also introducing a 2-hour Robotics Club and Minecraft Programming!

Information is available on the PTA website and flyers are coming home in Friday’s folders. There are limited seats for each class. *Please note that the Robotics age groups have been switched since last Friday’s Paw Print. The new days are below.

Remember, you must be a PTA member to register your students. Join today to make sure your registration is up to date. Scholarships are available for some classes and financial assistance is available for PTA membership.

Winter session programs include:

Day

Program

Time

Grades

Start Date

Tuesday

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

K-2

January 14

Wednesday

 

 

Art Club

3:30-4:45

K-6

January 8

Chess Club

3:35-4:35

K-6

January 15

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

3-6

January 15

Thursday

 

iCode Robotics Club

3:35-5:35

4-6

January 16

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

3-6

January 16

Friday

 

iCode Robotics Club

3:35-5:35

1-3

January 17

Minecraft Programming

3:35-4:35

1-6

February 7

 

  🐝Sign-up is open for the Spelling Bee 2025🐝

The Poplar Tree PTA has been planning for a successful spelling bee program for 2024-2025. Poplar Tree is proud to offer students an opportunity to exhibit their proficiency in the art of spelling and, just as importantly, vocabulary. The school Spelling Bee Champion will advance to the Fairfax County regional competition. The regional winner will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee representing Fairfax County. The registration deadline is 01/31/25. If you are interested, please visit the website for more information and to register HERE!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

13440 Melville Lane, Chantilly, VA 20151  |  Main Phone: 703.633.7400
Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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In this Paw Print:

• Principal's Message 🗣️
• Uniquely US Family Spotlight💡
• Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon ❤️
• Full Time Advanced Academics Deadline 🗓️
• 6th Grade Sweet Frog Fundraiser 🍨
• PTA Announcements 📣
  • Registration coming for Winter After School Classes
  • Spelling Bee
  • Join the PTA

Dear Poplar Tree Families,

This week has been full of winter cheer with a number of  fun events that brought joy all around!.

• Winter Concert: Our talented musicians shared some beautiful melodies at our Winter Concert. The children's enthusiasm and dedication shone through in their performances!

• Gingerbread Cookie Extravaganza: The aroma of gingerbread filled our Kindergarten classrooms as students used their creativity to decorate their own gingerbread cookies!

• Book Fair: Our Book Fair was a huge success! Thanks to Ms. Riddile and all of our volunteers who helped set up and sell books this week! We hope our students were able to find at least one new book to enjoy!

• Superintendent Visit: We were honored to welcome Dr. Reid, FCPS Superintendent to Poplar Tree this week! Dr. Reid enjoyed spending time with our students, observing classrooms, and learning about the exciting things happening at our school.

We hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!

Sue Andujar, Principal

Amy Alley, Assistant Principal

💡Uniquely US - Family Spotlight

This week's Family Spotlight is on The Ferragamo Family! Brady is a 5th grader in Ms. O'Neill's class!

If you would like your family to be featured in one of our Family Spotlights, please complete THIS FORM!

 

Coming Soon! Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results 

Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of October, providing information on their SEL skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

Individual student SEL Screener results are now available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.

 

Referrals Due December 15!

For families interested in referring their child for Full Time Advanced Academics services, forms need to be emailed to Ms. Keleher ([email protected]) by THIS Sunday, December 15. 

NO REFERRALS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER DECEMBER 15!

Fore more information on the Referral Process, click HERE.

 

Sweet Frog fundraiser for 6th grade

Please support our 6th grade fundraiser at Sweet Frog on Thursday December 19th. It is unclear whether MOD pizza in Greenbriar Shopping Center will reopen by Thursday. If it does reopen, please support us there too on December 19th!

Happy holidays!

 

Registration Opens Next Week for Winter After-School Classes!

The Poplar Tree PTA is excited to sponsor after-school classes for the winter session! Registration will open next Friday, 12/20. Check the Paw Print, PTA website, and flyers in next Friday’s folders for more information.

Please note that you must be a PTA member to register your students. Join today to make sure your registration is up to date. Scholarships are available for some classes and financial assistance is available for PTA membership.

We appreciate everyone who responded to the survey! Because of your comments we’ve added Minecraft Programming and a 2-hour Robotics Club, plus we’re continuing all previous classes because of high levels of satisfaction. We hear your interest in sports classes and while we do not have access to the gym due to SACC usage, we are exploring an outdoor option for the spring. Thank you for your feedback!

Winter session programs will include:

Day

Program

Time

Grades

Start Date

Tuesday

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

K-2

January 14

Wednesday

 

 

Art Club

3:30-4:45

K-6

January 8

Chess Club

3:35-4:35

K-6

January 15

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

3-6

January 15

Thursday

 

iCode Robotics Club

3:35-5:35

1-3

January 16

Sticky Fingers Cooking

3:35-4:35

3-6

January 16

Friday

 

iCode Robotics Club

3:35-5:35

4-6

January 17

Minecraft Programming

3:35-4:35

1-6

February 7

 

  🐝Sign-up is open for the Spelling Bee 2025🐝

The Poplar Tree PTA has been planning for a successful spelling bee program for 2024-2025. Poplar Tree is proud to offer students an opportunity to exhibit their proficiency in the art of spelling and, just as importantly, vocabulary. The school Spelling Bee Champion will advance to the Fairfax County regional competition. The regional winner will go to the Scripps National Spelling Bee representing Fairfax County. The registration deadline is 01/31/25. If you are interested, please visit the website for more information and to register HERE!

 

🖐🏼Join the PTA! 🖐🏼

Our PTA supports the school in many ways! Join the PTA today to help contribute to our awesome school community!

Join here: http://www.poplartreepta.org

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Attendance: 703.633.7474 or [email protected]
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