Spring is just around the corner! It's time to start planning activities for your child for those summer weeks they are not in school. Be sure to check out the resources we will be sharing over the next few months regarding camps, classes, activities and more!

Our Parent Resource Library is open from 8-4pm, Monday through Friday. Parents are always welcome to come in to check out learning resources, or they can contact us to send requested resources to your child's school to bring home. If you're looking for an educational resource, game or activity to support your child's math, literacy, or social skills goals, give us a call and we can help you find something they'll love.

Visit our library catalog to see our growing collection of resources, books, and eBooks! https://search.follettsoftware.com/metasearch/ui/43326

If an interpreter is needed, please contact us at least two weeks before the event so we can secure one for you. Email us in your preferred language at prc@spotsylvania.k12.va.us to make this request. Thank you.

ATTENTION PARENTS!

Does your child attend a Title I School? You're invited to participate in the Spring 2022 DPAC Meeting. We are especially interested in your input and ideas for the 2022-2023 Virginia Department of Education Title I grant.

Meet our district Title I staff, give your input on Title I documents, including the Title I survey, and share your celebrations and concerns.

Virtual Meeting

Tuesday, April 5

6-7:30 pm

Google Meet

In-person Meeting

Wednesday, April 6

10-11:30 am

Location TBD

RSVP by Monday, April 4. Email prc@spotsylvania.k12.va.us or call (540)582-7060 to RSVP or for more information.

If an interpreter is needed, please contact us no later than March 22 so we can secure one for you. Email us in your preferred language at prc@spotsylvania.k12.va.us to make this request. Thank you.

Books and Baseball Reading Program - March 9

On March 9, the Fredericksburg Nationals will be teaming up with Harrison Road Elementary School staff and families for the “Books and Baseball Reading Program.” Representatives from the Fredericksburg National’s Baseball Team and well as their Mascot will be attending and handing out the official Books & Baseball Reading Program bookmarks. Vouchers for free tickets to games will also be distributed when students read four books and complete the back of the bookmark.

Literacy Night - March 24

On March 24, Literacy Night will be celebrated from 5:00-6:30p.m. Families will enjoy dinner and will rotate through reading stations of their choice with the theme “Reading is our favorite sport – get in the game!”

Read Across America Week - February 28 through March 4

See below for the activities Livingston ES students will enjoy each day!

March will be a month full of literacy, math, and science fun at Berkeley Elementary. Before Spring Break, students, staff, and families will participate in One School One Book. The event will kick off with a virtual live reading of Chapter One. Then families will be reading chapters of The Littles and will have the opportunity to participate in a STEM activity. Materials will be sent home and the challenge will be issued to make an escape device for the Littles with just the materials provided. Students and families will then be asked to calculate the cost of their device using an itemized cost chart. Projects will come back to school after Spring Break and will be displayed for the entire school to see. Families will also be able to do a book scavenger hunt and could be entered into a drawing for a Barnes and Noble gift card for a completed scavenger hunt.

When students return from spring break, the school will be participating in a schoolwide Book March Madness. Teachers have read sixteen different picture books and the books will "compete" in a March Madness bracket until we see what book is the big winner.

Read Around the World Event

On February 3, Spotswood families learned about the different cultures and countries represented at their school, learned where their families are from and what their traditions are. They celebrated their diverse community and had fun doing it!

The American Camp Association

https://www.acacamps.org/

SummerCamps.com

https://www.summercamps.com/location/united-states/virginia/

Tips for choosing a summer program for children with special needs

https://www.additudemag.com/help-choosing-summer-camp/

SCPS preschool programs provide comprehensive services for 4 year old children of income-eligible families living in Spotsylvania County.

Children must be 4 years old by September 30, 2022.

• There is no application or tuition fee.
• Meals and Transportation are provided.
• Student selection is based on eligibility, not first come, first served.
• We encourage the participation of children with special needs.

Applications will be available online or at the Center for Family and Preschool Services building at 7409 Brock Road, Spotsylvania, VA, 22553 on March 28, 2022.

Literacy and engagement with reading is encouraged in children. This is very important and not just so that children succeed in English/language arts; boosting literacy improves performance in other subjects as well. Young readers develop communication skills, a sense of well-being, and become lifelong learners. Books can be used to build knowledge, vocabulary, empathy, and curiosity.

Every year, the month of March is National Reading Month. The start of this is initiated with ‘Read Across America Day’ on March 2. It’s a day to celebrate the privilege of being able to read, so head to the library or curl up on the couch with a favorite book! Become a bookworm this March!

March 2: Stop by a CRRL branch to pick up a "Grab and Go" bag! (Available while supplies last, so if you can't make it on March 2, call your branch before you go to see if they have any remaining bags.)

March (virtual): Can't make it to a CRRL branch? Attend a "Grow a Reader" class virtually!

2022 Youth & Family Summit Date: June 14-June 16, 2022

The Youth and Parent Summit is a free three-day event held each June and sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education and the Partnership for People with Disabilities. Youth with disabilities from across the Commonwealth meet to network and discuss issues of importance to youth and young adults with disabilities.

Up to 50 youth ages 14-16 residing in Virginia will be selected to participate. A parent will attend with each accepted applicant and will attend separate sessions built specifically for them, focusing on the same components and also bringing in awareness of resources and agencies available to families in Virginia.

Location: James Madison University - Festival Conference & Student Center

For more information, or to apply by March 13, visit https://imdetermined.org/event/2022-youth-family-summit/.

When: March 20, 2022 3-5pm

Where: Chancellor High School Track Field: 6300 Harrison Rd Fredericksburg, VA 22407

Suicide is the fourth-leading cause of death for adolescents ages 15-19 globally. That is the global number. This is tragic and this is heartbreaking. It is our belief that the stigma associated with Mental Illnesses is one of the many reasons that youth will not talk about mental health. It is also our belief that one story can save many lives.

Behind A Smile is taking a stand with a vision to be the leading VOICE speaking out about BREAKING THE STIGMA in the community! We will give youth a place to not only feel safe, but safe enough to share.

Registration includes t-shirt and swagbag. Click on this link to register: transitions4you.networkforgood.com/events/39049-leaving-the-shadows

"Cinderella's Closet" will be this Saturday, March 5 from 10am-2pm for students to pick out their FREE prom dress, shoes, and accessories. Free hot and cold hors d'oeuvres will also be served.

If you have any questions, please call (804) 448-2915 or contact County Line Baptist Church on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/CountyLineBC

In this issue:

• New Parent Resources for the New Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP) 2021-2022

• Upcoming Training Opportunities from PEATC

• I'm Determined 2022 Youth and Family Summit

Discover a pot of fun at the end of the rainbow by partnering with local musicians, learning more about the Hindu Festival of Colors, and exploring the importance of pi.

Download a printable version of this calender here: https://ideas.demco.com/blog/childrens-activity-calendar-march-2022/

SCPS participates in an ongoing process of identifying and evaluating children ages birth to twenty-one who are suspected of having a disability.

Any child who is identified as having a disability and qualifies as in need of special education is entitled to a free, appropriate public education designed to meet his/her needs. Early identification assists parents, students and schools in the design of appropriate educational services. Referrals can be made by anyone concerned with the child's educational performance including the parent, child's teacher, community agency or a school official.

For additional information, contact:

Birth - age 2: PEID (Parent Education Infant Development)

(540)371-2712

Age 2 - 5 prior to entrance to kindergarten: Early Childhood Special Education Office

(540)582-7020

For school age children: Call your neighborhood school or

Office of Student Support Services (540)834-2500, extension 1005

Hours:

Monday-Friday

8am-4pm

Courtney Seely, Teacher Facilitator

Sandy Sprague, Parent Facilitator

Sarah Bell, Administrative Assistant

Email: prc@spotsylvania.k12.va.us
Website: https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/prc
Location: 7409 Brock Rd, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22553, USA
Phone: 540-582-7060
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotsyprc
Twitter: @SCSPRC