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Dear Franklin Sherman ES Parents/Guardians,
There is an unmistakable energy radiating through our hallways lately! From innovative classroom projects and heartwarming student collaborations to our recent successes in highlighting our amazing staff. The positive buzz around our school is at an all-time high.
While we love sharing our formal updates via email, so many of the spontaneous, joyful moments that define our school culture happen in real-time. We want to make sure you don’t miss a single highlight!
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Thank you for your continued partnership and for being the loudest cheerleaders for our students. Let’s keep this momentum going together!
Sincerely,
Farris Thomas
Principal
Franklin Sherman ES
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January 28 End of Quarter 2 Early Release 2 Hours
January 29-30 Student Holidays
February 6 Culturefest
February 18 3 Hour Early Release
March 7 Harlem Wizards Game
FCPS Calendar: 2025-26
Franklin Sherman Calendar
Join us on Saturday, March 7th at Meridian High School for this exciting community-building event featuring the Harlem Wizards. Tickets are on sale for everyone NOW!
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Game starts at 6PM, doors open at 5 PM
https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards
Tickets sold out quickly last year, and many students were disappointed they missed out! Don’t let that happen again!
Lunch With Your Favorite School Hero
What's the prize?
A special lunch for the winning student, three friends, and your favorite Franklin Sherman hero - on us! Want to order pizza delivery? Happy Meals? You got it!
How many will win?
THREE lucky students will win!
3 winners + 3 guests each = 12 students in on the fun! Each winner will get their own fun lunch!
Why is this an awesome raffle?
A fun lunch. Your favorite school hero. And bragging rights.
Why it matters?
Every ticket supports FSES programs, events and supplies for our school!
Get Your Tickets Today
bit.ly/PandaLunchRaffle
Students from the Longfellow Green Team are hosting a stargazing event next week and families from Franklin Sherman invited to attend.
Dark Skies Presentation & Stargazing Event
Date & Time: Thursday, January 15, 2026, 7:00-8:30 pm.
Where: Longfellow Lecture Hall & PE Field
Description: Come learn how the natural world thrives in darkness. Students and guest speakers will discuss light pollution and ways to be better stewards of our night skies. After the presentations, a local astronomer will lead stargazing on the Longfellow PE field. Bring warm clothes (hats and mittens) for the outdoor portion. We'll have telescopes and binoculars available.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Superintendent Updates on Boundaries and AI
- Healthy Habits to Avoid Illness
- Access Schoology to Support Your Child
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
CultureFest wants YOU!
CultureFest is coming soon, and we’re looking for more families to host tables at this beloved Franklin Sherman event.
Thank you to the families representing Vietnam, Mexico, Iran, Greece, Japan, China, and Kansas City!
We welcome tables representing any/all cultures, including other countries, regions, or U.S. regional cultures!
Interested in representing your country or culture?
Click on this link to secure a spot!
Ideas for your table include:
• Food samples with a family recipe
• Traditional clothing
• A cultural game
• Artwork or fun facts about your culture
We look forward to celebrating our community’s diversity!
3 Hour Early Release Camps with Overtime Athletics!
Early release camps with Overtime Athletics are back for the remaining early release Wednesdays.
The dates are Feb. 18, March 18, April 22, and May 13.
Register here. Families who have signed up before can get 10% off with the code WelcomeBack
Lunch with a Panda
We are thrilled to invite you to "Lunch with a Panda."
Submit this Reservation Form to let us know about your visit.
Important Details:
- This form creates a reservation for 1 parent at a time (if both parents wish to visit for lunch the form must be submitted twice)
- There are at most 3 reservations available per grade per day
- Reservations will only become available 1 week in advance
- If a date does not appear in the list of choices it is either because there are no more reservations available for that day, or the school calendar/schedule of events does not allow us to have lunchtime visitors
FCPS CARES
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team at Franklin Sherman? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration party from HR. Celebrate our wonderful staff today!
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Prepare for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health.
Invitation from Longfellow MS
Longfellow Middle School will be hosting a Curriculum Night for rising 7th grade families (current 6th grade students) at Longfellow MS on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 p.m.
This evening session aims to provide parents with information that will help their incoming 7th grade student with the transition to middle school. Families will have the opportunity to explore elective course offerings and hear from a variety of Longfellow staff about the courses and programs offered to 7th grade students. Students and staff will also be available to answer questions.
If inclement weather occurs, the event will be rescheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
We look forward to welcoming you to Longfellow!
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