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Learn about Abingdon's Arts Integration | Tues., Oct. 23 from 6:30 - 8
Communications Teacher Kerry Abbott will be speaking at the October PTA meeting about Abingdon's involvement in CETA, Changing
Education Through the Arts, sponsored by the Kennedy Center. Thanks to CETA, Abingdon teachers are using many techniques
to integrate the arts into their classrooms.
The event will begin in Ms. Abbott's classroom with a demonstration by students. (Signs with directions will be posted.)
As always, FREE childcare is offered.
Abingdon's Fall Festival | Friday, October 26 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Fun for the entire family! This is a great opportunity to visit the school and meet Abingdon families.
Come and enjoy these great activities: moon bounce, cake walk, games, pictures, tattoos, face painting, raffles, food,
and prizes.
Food Items for sale include: pizza, hot dogs, grilled brats, popcorn, chips, sodas, and more.
Buy your tickets at the door -- only 50˘ each, or packets of 12 tickets for $5 or 25 tickets for $10
Back-to-School Potluck Picnic | Sunday, September 2, 2007 at 4 p.m.
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Celebrate the end of summer and the start of the new school year at the rear Abingdon playground. Held on the last Sunday
before school starts, this casual event is a great chance for children and parents to get to know each other. Bring the whole
family and a main dish, side dish, or dessert to share. All are welcome!
Spring and Summer '07 Playdates | Last Sundays, 3 - 5 p.m.
Wind down the weekend every last Sunday afternoon of the month
from 3 to 5 at the front Abingdon playground.
If you're considering Abingdon for your child, this is a great way to get to know the community in a casual, no-pressure setting.
If you already have kids at Abingdon, come to reconnect or meet new friends!
For more information, e-mail fans@fastmail.net.
Mom's Night Out | Monday, July 9, 2007
Please join us at Alladin's in Shirlington on Monday, July 9 at 7 p.m. for a Mom's Night Out.
If you're at Abingdon, or just considering it, come enjoy good (uninterrupted!) conversation and Middle Eastern food.
Please R.S.V.P. to fans@fastmail.net so we can reserve a spot for you!
Kindergarten Orientations are Here! | February - April, 2007
Abingdon Elementary School encourages all curious parents to attend any of its three official orientations over the coming
months. Orientations are a great time to visit the school, meet the principal, tour the building, see the school "in action"
and get a general feel for the school.
Principal of the Year, Joanne Uyeda, will start off with an introduction to the school, which is generally followed by a few
words from one of the four kindergarten teachers. After the presentations, parents will break off into groups and enjoy tours
of the school led by teachers.
Orientation Schedule
Tuesday, February 27: 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Thursday, March 8: 12:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Thursday, April 12: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Orientations begin in the Abingdon Elementary School library (signs will direct the way).
If you can't make any of the orientations, the principal is happy to give individual tours. Please call the school office
to arrange a time (703) 228-6650.
Kindergarten & First Grade Playdate | Sunday, March 25, 2007
Current and prospective Abingdon families came out in numbers to enjoy the glorious Sunday afternoon. Children played and
snacked while parents had a chance to get to know each other better, exchange information, and catch up on school news.
More playdates will be held throughout the spring and summer: see "Last Sundays."
Principal Talks to Fairlington Citizens' Assoc. | November 14, 2006
Abingdon's Principal, Joanne Uyeda, speaks to citizens about the school. Ms. Uyeda gives a brief orientation of the school,
talking about what makes Abingdon unique. She also discusses how Abingdon has now made Annual Yearly Progress under the No
Child Left Behind Act for two consecutive years.
International Walk to School Day | October 4, 2006
What a better time to experience the simple joys of walking to school than October, or Walk to School month? Walking offers
the rare opportunity to slow down our busy lives. Both parents and children reap the benefits of exercise as well as time
to interact with each other and the nature around them.
Find out more about walking to school
Parent's Night Out | August 30, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.
Current and prospective moms of Abingdon Elementary students join up for a relaxing dinner on a rainy night at Kyoto Japanese
Restaurant in the Bradlee Shopping Center.
If you'd like to meet other parents interested in Abingdon, please contact us.
Superintendent "Summer Chat" | July 27, 2006
Summer Chats are designed to give Arlingtonians an opportunity to talk with Arlington Superintendent Dr. Robert Smith about
school-related issues and to ask questions in small, informal settings.
On July 27, Dr. Smith and Assistant Superintendent and former Abingdon Elementary School principal, Meg Tuccillo, talked with
FANS and community members in a Fairlington living room.
First FANS Meeting | June 20, 2006
Current parents, prospective parents, former teachers and the school's principal all attended FANS first official meeting
since its formation in April. FANS goals were discussed -- spreading the word and involving the community -- and ideas were
gathered. PTA co-presidents, Colleen Weiser and Tina Masciangioli, spoke about how happy they have been with the school and
their involvement with the PTA. Joanne Uyeda, Abingdon's principal, talked about the school's gifted program and how teachers
use differentiated instruction to reach children at all learning levels.
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