Turtle Talk!

From the Principal’s Desk:

Welcome back! As we embark on another exciting academic year, we want to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to both our returning families and those who are new to our school community. At Pierce, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching learning environment for all our students. Our goal is to ensure that every child feels valued, supported, and challenged to reach their fullest potential.

"Meet and Greet" will take place on August 14th from 1:00 PM- 7:00 PM; Kindergarten bus rides will be available from 2:00 PM -3:00 PM. This event is an opportunity to meet your child's teacher, become acquainted with the school and establish a strong partnership to support your child's educational journey. We encourage you to bring your student's school supplies that afternoon as well.

Your participation and engagement in your child's education are deeply valued and we eagerly look forward to meeting you all. Together, we can make this academic year a truly enriching and successful experience for your child.

Mrs. King & Dr. Slaney

For your convenience, the school office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00—4:30. Students may begin arriving at 8:10. Instruction begins promptly at 8:35.

Dismissal is at 3:20.

The first day of school is guaranteed to be busy and full of excitement. Please remember to be patient as this may be an anxious time for some parents and students. We have worked hard to ensure a smooth start to the year but a few hiccups are inevitable. Please take all back-to-school pictures at home, at the bus stop, or during "Meet & Greet" on August 14th. For safety purposes, parents will not be permitted to walk students to classrooms. We know that this may take away from the special day but we want our return to school to be as safe as possible for everyone. Let's make this first day of school memorable and exciting for our students. Thank you for your support.

Morning drop off - Parent drop off is located at the back traffic circle with staff there to greet your child each morning. Please be patient during drop off, and do not pass other stopped and/or waiting cars. We will work to keep the line moving as quickly as possible. If you arrive after 8:35 you will need to bring your child to the front office to sign them in.

All parent pickups at 3:20 will be at the back traffic circle as well. If you will be picking your child up on a regular basis, please complete the paperwork necessary to receive a car tag number. This is a stress-free way to pick up your child, as there is no need to secure a parking space and get younger children out of car safety seats. If you are a regular walker, please contact the office to obtain a walker tag number.

For safety purposes changes are preferred in writing. In an emergency changes can be called in, however these changes need to be made by 2:00 PM.

The Fauquier County Public School Board recognizes that proper nutrition and physical activity are essential components of student well-being and academic excellence. Fauquier County Public Schools is committed to providing a progressive school environment that enhances learning and the development of lifelong wellness practices through the implementation of a student wellness program. The School Nutrition Department and affiliated employees are dedicated to promoting safe, nutritious, and enjoyable meals with friendly service in a pleasant environment to all students and school personnel.

Click here for school nutrition reminders for families.

Use myschoolbucks.com to add funds to your student's account.

The safety of your child and all children in our school as well as the safety of the school staff and support personnel is very important to us. In order to maintain a safe environment for our children to study and learn, it is necessary that we practice our emergency and crisis response plans by having drills designed to exercise our procedures. During the first twenty days of school, we will have two fire drills and two lockdown drills. In September, students will participate in bus evacuations and a tornado drill.

The Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) is a preschool program for at-risk 4-year-olds. This program is free for eligible children who reside in Fauquier County. Eligibility is based on family income and child and family risk factors. There are four VPI classrooms within the county and transportation is provided. The VPI program follows the same schedule as the elementary school in which it is located including weather-related closings. Current VPI classrooms are at Coleman, Pierce, Ritchie, Miller, and Brumfield.

VPI Application English/Spanish

Mark your calendar's now for "Back to School" Night at M.M. Pierce Elementary School on Thursday, September 7, 2023. This year classroom visitations are from 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM.

Please plan on joining us for an opportunity to see the amazing things our students are learning!

We are respectful, we are responsible, we are turtle ready!

Email: cking@fcps1.org
Website: https://www.fcps1.org/Domain/22
Location: 12074 James Madison Street, Remington, VA, USA
Phone: 540-422-7630
Twitter: @MMPTurtles