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September 17 Family Newsletter
Thank you for everyone's support today with our first three hour early dismissal. By dismissing early today, our staff was able to connect with one another to learn about Zones of Regulation, which is a curriculum that helps students develop self-regulation skills and manage their emotions.
There was also a lot of excitement today with the return of circle pizza in the cafeteria.
As a reminder, tonight there is a PTA meeting at 7:00 pm in the cafeteria. We would love to see families to connect.
Next week is a Rosh Hashanah and a holiday for students and staff. The office at Union Mill will be closed.
Looking ahead to October, we have our Math and Science Night scheduled for Thursday, October 9th. We are looking for volunteers to support our science and math stations. If you are interested in volunteering, you can sign up here.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, September 17th - 3-Hour Early Dismissal
- PTA Meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 23rd - Rosh Hashanah Holiday (No School)
Friday, September 26th - Centreville Homecoming Parade
- Union Mill School Spirit Day
Wednesday, October 1st - Picture Day
Thursday, October 2nd - Yom Kippur Holiday (No School)
Thursday, October 9th - Math & Science Night
Friday, October 31st - Family Cookout
- 2-hour Early Dismissal
FCPS 25-26 Calendar
Bus Evacuation
Thanks to our patrols who help keep students safe each day and for their support this week with our bus evacuation drill.
Fall Advanced Academic Newsletter
Our Fall Advanced Academic Newsletter is your one stop shop for updated information on our continuum of services, screening and eligibility for advanced academic program services, ability testing and so much more! Check it out here.
Mark Your Calendars: A parent information session for families on our Continuum of Services will be held on October 15th. Keep an eye out for an update on time and location coming in a future family newsletter.
Math and Science Night - Volunteers Needed
We are excited to welcome back The Children’s Science Lab and Mathnasium as part of our annual Math and Science Night at Union Mill! This fun evening is made possible with the help of volunteers, and we’re looking for adults (ages 16 and up—great opportunity for service hours!) to help run engaging math and science stations.
No prep is required—all materials will be provided! We simply ask that volunteers commit to the full evening, including setup and cleanup, from 5:15–7:45 PM.
If you’d like to join the fun and support this exciting event, please use the link below to sign up for a station!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4FAFAE28A1FD0-58230312-math
****PLEASE SEE NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR VOLUNTEERING BELOW****
Free Preschool Classes at Union Mill
All Ages Read Together (AART) provides FREE kindergarten-readiness classes in. Northern Virginia. AART’s part-time preschool program is designed for children who fall in the gap between those who qualify for publicly funded programs and those families who cannot afford private preschool.
Classes are held twice a week for 2 hours.
If your child is 4 or 5 years old and has not had preschool, please
contact us at the 703-986-7474 or complete an interest form:
More information can be found here.
Early Release Wednesdays
The Centreville Pyramid, which includes Union Mill Elementary, will have the following three-hour early release Wednesdays. On these days, students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. This time allows for our staff to plan, collaborate and grow professionally.
Thank you for your help in making these days smooth and enjoyable for everyone!
Additional information can be found on the FCPS Early Release Mondays webpage.
In-Person Workshop for Families
Register for an 8-week in-person workshop and learn about the Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. You will discover why these skills matter, how they help your child grow, and fun ways to build them at home. These are proven strategies based on research about how kids learn and develop.
Volunteering at Union Mill
FCPS is rolling out a new volunteer management system, Volunteer FCPS, for parents/caregivers, community members, and even students to register and search volunteer opportunities throughout FCPS.
All volunteers (new or returning) are required to register with Volunteer FCPS, complete a volunteer orientation, and are required to sign in with their government issued ID at the VMS in the main office each time they come to volunteer. Some volunteers will also be required to undergo a background check.
If you plan to volunteer at Union Mill this year (i.e. Math & Science Night, chaperone field trips, stuff Friday folders, shelve books in the library, etc.) please start the registration process NOW. Visit the Volunteer FCPS website for details and to get started. The sooner you register, the sooner you'll be eligible to volunteer.
Union Mill thanks you for your support!
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Special Education Virtual Workshop for Military Families
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Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Family and School Partnerships (FSP) will be facilitating a virtual workshop given by the Office of Special Education Procedural Support on Tuesday September, 30 2025, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
The Office of Special Education Procedural Support will present information on the IEP/504 process within FCPS, provide resources to help families navigate receiving these services in accordance with the Military Interstate Compact, and answer questions from workshop participants. The presentation will be geared towards military families, and parents/guardians may submit questions beforehand.
This virtual event will be held via Zoom.
Union Mill PTA
To join the PTA for the 25-26 year, click here.
DINNER + SHOW YOUR UMES PTA SPIRIT!
The PTA is having a Spirit Night at Chipotle on Thursday, September 18, from 4-8pm. It will be at the Centreville location on Multiplex Drive. Bring in a flyer, mention the spirit night for UMES PTA or use Promo Code LZE2K6B on the app or Chipotle website. The PTA will receive 25% of each sale using a flyer in the restaurant or the promo code on the app for pick up orders only. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to funding PTA programs and initiatives for the 2025-2026 school year!
Please join the first PTA meeting of the school year on Wednesday, September 17 at 7pm in the Union Mill Cafeteria. Childcare is provided in the gym by the CVHS SGA. Meet the 2025-2026 PTA Board, vote on the 2025-2026 PTA budget, hear the Principal's Report, and learn about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities! There will be UMES spiritwear giveaways and raffle prizes! Come share your ideas and suggestions. Feel free to email the PTA ahead of time at pta@unionmillpta.org! We want our entire school community to feel represented as we work toward our mission to support and enrich the students, families, and staff of Union Mill Elementary and foster a strong school community.
‼️Fundraising update‼️
Thank you Union Mill families for donating to the UMES PTA! Direct donations are an important part of our fundraising goals and will fully fund our budget this year, and allow the PTA to offer all planned programs and events throughout the school year. Remember, there will be no Booster fundraiser this year! This is your opportunity to make a direct impact! Donate:
https://www.givebacks.com/donate/umespta
Union Mill Hours
Bell Schedule
Doors open at 8:35 am. Students should be in class by 8:45 am.
Students are dismissed at 3:30 pm.
Office Hours
Monday - Friday - 8:15 am - 4:15 pm
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