Saturday, March 13, 2010
House and Senate negotiators say budget deal is close
House and Senate negotiators say budget deal is close: "House and Senate negotiators inched closer late Friday to reaching a deal on Virginia's two-year budget, which will likely allow the General Assembly to pass the spending plan this weekend. They say they have come to general terms on which proposed fees to eliminate and how much to spend on key areas, including K-12 education and public safety. But legislators did not release details of the deal, saying they were still in flux. Much of the negotiations took place privately in a small meeting room in the General Assembly Building. State law requires budget conferees to meet in public if more than six (three from each chamber) are present, but Sen. Ed Houck, a conferee and vice chairman of the FOIA advisory council, said they left the door ajar for anyone to come in. They will continue to work Friday night and Saturday. They are racing to finish before Saturday,..."
Friday, March 12, 2010
Services for Dan Fissell, Elementary Strings Teacher
Dear Marshall Road Families,
I know that we are continuing to grieve of the loss of our beloved orchestra teacher, Mr. Dan Fissell. His family wishes to share the following opportunities for us to show our respects to Mr. Fissell and his family:
Viewing: Monday, March 15 at Murphy Funeral Home, 1102 West Broad Street, Falls Church, Virginia from 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral: Tuesday, March 16 at the United Church of Christ, 8410 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, Virginia, 22003 at 1 p.m.
Burial: Fairfax Memorial Park, 9900 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, Virginia, 22032
Reception to follow burial: United Church of Christ, 8410 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, Virginia, 22003
Many have asked how they can support Mr. Fissell‘s family during this time of difficulty. We are working in conjunction with our PTA to coordinate these efforts.
Also, the family is in the process of selecting a charitable organization to which we can make a donation on Mr. Fissell’s behalf.
The family has asked that we share that information with you when it becomes available I want to thank each of you for your support during this challenging time for our students, staff, and families.
I am once again impressed by your kindness, graciousness, care, and strong sense of community which strengthens us through these tragic events.
Warm Regards,
Jennifer
I know that we are continuing to grieve of the loss of our beloved orchestra teacher, Mr. Dan Fissell. His family wishes to share the following opportunities for us to show our respects to Mr. Fissell and his family:
Viewing: Monday, March 15 at Murphy Funeral Home, 1102 West Broad Street, Falls Church, Virginia from 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral: Tuesday, March 16 at the United Church of Christ, 8410 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, Virginia, 22003 at 1 p.m.
Burial: Fairfax Memorial Park, 9900 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, Virginia, 22032
Reception to follow burial: United Church of Christ, 8410 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, Virginia, 22003
Many have asked how they can support Mr. Fissell‘s family during this time of difficulty. We are working in conjunction with our PTA to coordinate these efforts.
Also, the family is in the process of selecting a charitable organization to which we can make a donation on Mr. Fissell’s behalf.
The family has asked that we share that information with you when it becomes available I want to thank each of you for your support during this challenging time for our students, staff, and families.
I am once again impressed by your kindness, graciousness, care, and strong sense of community which strengthens us through these tragic events.
Warm Regards,
Jennifer
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Deeply Saddened by the Death of Dan Fissell, Strings Teacher
Dear Marshall Road Families,
We have been deeply saddened by the death of one of our staff members, Mr. Dan Fissell, who died on Wednesday, March 10, 2010. Mr. Fissell was recently injured in a house fire on Saturday, March 6.
We feel it is important for you to be aware of this situation so that you can provide any support your child might need. We spoke with all of the 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students at the beginning of the day today.
Our school staff and professional staff members were in attendance and will continue to be available to support students as needed. Mr. Fissell was well known and well loved by many of our staff members, students, and their families for his commitment to the strings program. We recommend that parents fully discuss the subject of Mr. Fissell’s death with their children.
Parents should expect a wide range of emotions and feelings. Some children will be tearful, others will be extremely quiet, and perhaps other children will experience bad dreams. The most important thing is to deal openly with the subject and comfort your child if he or she is upset. Please call the school if you would like to talk with one of the mental health professionals. We all share in the family’s loss and grief. Thank you for your support and understanding.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jennifer Heiges, Principal
We have been deeply saddened by the death of one of our staff members, Mr. Dan Fissell, who died on Wednesday, March 10, 2010. Mr. Fissell was recently injured in a house fire on Saturday, March 6.
We feel it is important for you to be aware of this situation so that you can provide any support your child might need. We spoke with all of the 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students at the beginning of the day today.
Our school staff and professional staff members were in attendance and will continue to be available to support students as needed. Mr. Fissell was well known and well loved by many of our staff members, students, and their families for his commitment to the strings program. We recommend that parents fully discuss the subject of Mr. Fissell’s death with their children.
Parents should expect a wide range of emotions and feelings. Some children will be tearful, others will be extremely quiet, and perhaps other children will experience bad dreams. The most important thing is to deal openly with the subject and comfort your child if he or she is upset. Please call the school if you would like to talk with one of the mental health professionals. We all share in the family’s loss and grief. Thank you for your support and understanding.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jennifer Heiges, Principal
County Sees Bleak Budget Proposal
County Sees Bleak Budget Proposal: "
Proposal includes cuts to police, schools, libraries, recreation, and virtually everything else.
"Perspective is needed on school budget-cut fears - Washington Post
Perspective is needed on school budget-cut fears - Washington Post: "
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Perspective is needed on school budget-cut fears Washington Post The news from Northern Virginia was much the same: "Fairfax County schools chief proposes dramatic budget cuts" and "Proposed Arlington schools budget cuts ... and more » |
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Negotiators still divided on budget issues - The Virginian-Pilot
Negotiators still divided on budget issues - The Virginian-Pilot: "
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 Washington Post | Negotiators still divided on budget issues The Virginian-Pilot Senate Majority Leader Richard Saslaw, D-Fairfax County, said the fees incorporated into his chamber's plan would enable lawmakers to avoid deeper cuts to ... General Assembly update: Senate approves charter, online school billsRoanoke Times Senate approves charter, virtual schools billsWTKR Your NewsChannel 3 all 44 news articles » |
A guide to help you advocate for your child
A guide to help you advocate for your child: "If you have ever wanted to advocate for your child’s education on the school and district level but weren’t sure where to start, here is a new guide by the PTA that offers a great deal of information that can help. The reference guide -- which is also aimed at policymakers and advocates who want to develop legislative school reform initiatives -- contains a survey of laws in every state, as well as facts, analysis and policy recommendations for family engagement legislation at the state level. Researchers have shown over and over that family engagement in a child’s education matters for success. Here’s how:
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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Virginia Legislation Action Alert
Virginia PTA – Action Alert
Call for Letters to Support the Senate K-12 Education Budget
PTA/PTSA Members,
The Senate and the House of the Virginia General Assembly have passed two very different budgets for FY2011. The Senate would fund K-12 education $278 more per student in Virginia. The Senate and House bills have gone to a committee that will try to reconcile the two budgets.
Please, write the budget conferees requesting that they adopt the Senate's proposal for K-12 Education Funding.
The easiest way to do this is to use the Virginia PTA – Action Center Links below. Also consider signing up for Action Alerts from the Virginia PTA regarding the Virginia General Assembly.
Senate Budget Negotiators (Conferees)
http://capwiz.com/npta2/va/issues/alert/?alertid=14745306
House Budget Negotiators (Conferees)
http://capwiz.com/npta2/va/issues/alert/?alertid=14745196
Sign Up for Virginia Action Alerts:
http://vapta.org/sign-up-for-e-newsletter.html
Senate Budget Negotiators (Conferees) are the following:
Charles Colgan
Edd Houck
Janet Howell
Richard Saslaw
Walter Stosch
William Wampler
House Budget Negotiators (Conferees) are the following:
Kirk Cox
Chris Jones
Steven Landes
Lacey Putney
Beverly Sherwood
David Edelman, Legislation Chair
Northern Virginia District PTA
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