FSES PTA Newsletter - Latest Updates from Franklin Sherman

Admin FSESPTA

Oct 26

4 min read

In this newsletter:

Play Auditions are THIS WEEK!
Movie Night is rescheduled for THIS FRIDAY NIGHT!
Pizza Orders due NOON THURSDAY
Volunteers needed for Movie Night
and more...

Reminders:

2 Hour Early Release on Friday, 10/30

NO SCHOOL Monday 11/2 and Tuesday 11/3

Seussical Auditions will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 4-7 pm If you cannot attend the audition this week, you can submit a video audition! Practice will be Fridays after school. SIGN UP HERE TODAY!

Audition Info & Signups HERE

FSES Movie Night is THIS FRIDAY! The weather outlook is great!

Movie Night is coming up this Friday, Oct. 30 at 5:30 pm! Pizza orders are back open for those who did not previously order pizza but would like to.

Zootopia 2 is the winner! Come at 5:30 PM to grab your spot, pick up pre-ordered pizza, try musical instruments from Bach to Rock, and enjoy popcorn, candy, and drinks for sale. The movie starts around 6:15 PM.

• Order PIZZA HERE.

• Volunteers needed, please sign up to help here and circulate the sign up!

Thank you, Franklin Sherman! & Community Events:

Thanks for attending the PTA meeting and academic showcase! We will be sending out resources soon from Jenny Steinhoff, our guest speaker. If you found the talk helpful and would like more, feel free to let us know and suggest more topics for future events!

AIM’s Hip Hop Dance Camp - Looking for a fun activity for your kids on Monday, Nov. 2 when school is out? Check out ! Monday, Nov. 2 from 9 am - 4 pm at the McLean Community Center for kids ages 5 - 9. Click here for more info and to register!

Mathnasium Halloween Party - is offering a free Halloween party to all families on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 2:30-4:30 pm. They will offer treats, games and prizes. Registration and more details can be found here.

Alternative Device Fair - Thinking about iPhone alternatives for your kid? Want to stay in touch but keep them protected online? Stop by a free Alternative Device Fair hosted by the Balance Project of Northern Virginia on Nov 9 from 6-9 pm. Click here for more details and to register!

Navigating Screens Together

Save the date and RSVP! On Thursday, Dec. 3, we will be joined by parenting expert Paige Trevor who will share proven ways to reduce screen time battles, followed by small group mentoring sessions led by McLean High School students! They will share what worked for them, what they wish they had done differently, and answer questions. All parents, along with kids in 3rd grade and up, are welcome! RSVP here.

FSES Spring Auction Returns!

The PTA is putting on its first auction since 2019! Save the date for the Auction on Saturday, March 13, 2027 from 7-10 pm at the McLean Community Center. An auction committee is forming now, so if you would like to be on it and have not previously indicated that you would like to help, please fill out this form.

FSES Grilled Cheese Lunch

FSES staff are having a grilled cheese lunch on Monday, Nov. 9, and are looking to parents help! Please sign up here to bring something to the front office by Friday, Nov. 6. Thank you for helping to support our amazing teachers and staff!

McLean HS Future Starts HERE: Facility Upgrades Needed

McLean High School is known for its outstanding students, teachers, and academic achievements. Unfortunately, its aging facilities have faced years of concerns. While targeted repairs have been made, the school still needs a clear path toward comprehensive modernization.

Major school renovations can take 5–7 years or longer from funding to completion. As FCPS evaluates future facility priorities, now is an important time for families to make their voices heard.

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO ACT: Find the link in your email from October 16, review the information about school facilities and renovation planning, and submit your comments. Planning for their future needs to begin today.

Monster Mash Dash 2026: In the BOOKS!

Thank you for yet another great monster mash dash event with some incredible runners and costumes. Another big thanks to our incredible sponsors, without whom we could not do all of the amazing things for our school and community! Please give them some love and check them out for your local needs!

FSES Food Bus is BACK! Sign Up Today.

Every Friday, leftover food from Franklin Sherman is gathered and taken across the street to the food pantry at SHARE. This weekly effort is an important source of food for local families who depend on SHARE, and one of their only sources of donated dairy products.

We are incredibly fortunate to have this opportunity to help our neighbors while teaching our children about generosity, community service, and reducing food waste.

Missed the training last week but still want to help? Reach out to Lisa at lisagrochford@gmail.com and she will help get you trained. Already know how to do the Food Bus? We need families throughout the school year! You can sign up for a Friday here or choose several dates. The Food Bus runs every Friday that school is in session.

More Details HERE

NEW FSES Spiritwear Store!

Fridays are School Spirit Fridays this year! Students are encouraged to wear their class shirt, FSES colors, or FSES gear and show off their Panda Pride.

Check out our NEW Spiritwear Store, filled with fun options for students, parents, and the whole Panda community. Every purchase helps support our school and PTA programs. Rep your school & support our Pandas!

If you're looking for class shirts, contact Marilyn Feghali at the office mfeghali@fcps.edu to arrange for payment and pickup.

FSES SPIRITWEAR