| Supporting Elevate's Military Students |
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Hi! My name is Allison Donahoe-Beggs and I am the Child and Youth Behavioral Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) with Elevate School. I'm here to help students of military families feel happy, safe, and confident at school.
I provide confidential non-medical counseling support to help service members and their families navigate challenges and build resilience. What is non-medical counseling? It is providing strength-based and solution-focused assistance in addressing issues encountered by military families and children. Diagnosis and treatment are outside of the MFLC's scope. MFLCs can assist with feelings identification, self-esteem issues, communication and relationships at home or at school, behavioral issues, or adjustment to changes such as moving, deployments, or divorce.
You may hear students talk about "Lunch Bunch" - a time when military-connected students and I eat lunch together, do activities, and support one another. It gives them a chance to be with peers who understand their experiences. I also meet with small groups or individual students as needed to talk about big feelings (like worry, frustration, or excitement), how to problem-solve and be kind friends and leaders. We might play games, read books, or do activities that help us grow.
Please be on the lookout for our next Military Coffee event - a wonderful way to connect with other Elevate military families and learn about military family resources and support. The date will be posted in an upcoming Elevate News or you can visit the military family section of our school website here.
It is such a joy to provide support at all three campuses in groups and individually. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to me - my contact information is below. For additional support for military families, Military One Source is a helpful resource - (800) 342-9647 / www.militaryonesource.mil
 Allison Donahoe-Beggs
Military Family Life Counselor
abeggs@elevateschool.com
(703) 469-8919
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| Fri, Sept 19 |
- Assemblies at SM & TS Campuses
- ELAC Meeting
- Kindergarten Field Trip |
Mon, Sept 22 -
Fri, Sept 26 |
- 6th Grade Camp |
| Mon, Sept 22 |
- Grades K-3 Fall School Pictures |
| Tues, Sept 23 |
- Grades 4 & 5 Fall School Pictures |
| Fri, Sept 26 |
- No School (Staff Development Day) |
| Thurs, Oct 2 |
- CCB Meeting
- EMS Community Meeting |
| Fri, Oct 3 |
- SM Leader of the Month Assembly |
| Sat, Oct 4 |
- Fall Festival |
| Mon, Oct 6 |
- TESF Fall Pledge Drive Begins
- 1st Grade Field Trip |
 
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📸 Say CHEESE - School Picture Day is almost here!
- SM Campus - This Monday, Sept. 22
- TS Campus - This Tuesday, Sept. 23
- EMS Campus - Monday, Oct. 20
👉 Don’t forget: Students should wear their Uniform Polo Shirt for photos. This photo will also be their Yearbook photo.
Absent that day? No worries! Make-ups for SM & TS will be October 9 and EMS Make-ups are November 4.
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ELAC MEETING
TOMORROW - Fri, Sept 19, 9:00 AM. Details & RSVP here.
All parents are cordially invited to our English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting! This is a wonderful opportunity for parents of multi-lingual students to: Meet the ELD (English Language Development) staff and other parents of multi-lingual students, gain understanding about Elevate’s support services for English language growth and academic success and more!
CCB NEEDED
We are in need of a Community Classroom Builder for Mrs. Daniel's 1st Grade Class and 6th Grade! A CCB is a volunteer role that works with the teacher to coordinator volunteers, oversee classroom events/celebrations, and more. For details for Mrs. Daniel's class, click here. For details for 6th grade, click here.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH ORDERS DUE
If applicable, please submit your student's breakfast and lunch orders for October. If your child needs any meal accommodations, please email Karen Montesdeoca at kmontesdeoca@elevateschool.com.
-- Breakfast Order Form: https://forms.gle/27ApaQiZhfB3ovea8
-- Lunch Order Form: https://forms.gle/mkbhsa2EbK8EXyoT7
INDEPENDENT STUDY CONTRACT
For any planned absence of 3 or more days (maximum of 15 days cumulative), families should make arrangements to complete an Independent Study Contract (ISC). Completing an Independent Study during an extended absence will result in excused absences. To request an ISC, please complete this form. |
SEPTEMBER COUNSELORS NEWSLETTER
Hot off the press: The September Counselors Corner for K-5 Families >> check it out here!
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Saturday, October 4, 3:30-6:30 PM
Get Your Tickets
Our school’s much-anticipated Fall Festival is right around the corner and we can’t wait to celebrate together as a community! This year’s festival is packed with exciting activities and entertainment for all ages... there will be face painting, carnival games, inflatable obstacle course, student performers, a cake walk and chili cook-off, and more!
Get your tickets here!
Volunteers Needed
We could use your help - this super fun event would not be possible without the support of our amazing family volunteers. Sign up to volunteer here!
Chili Cook-off
Do you think your chili has what it takes to be crowned champion? Enter the 2nd Annual Elevate School Foundation Chili Cook-Off at this year's Fall Festival, presented by The Elevate School Foundation. Compete for gift cards, the official Championship Trophy, and a full year of bragging rights—all while supporting Elevate School!
Get more details and sign up here.
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On Thursday, October 9 (please note the date change), you are invited to connect with Mr. Elliott (Executive Director) and Mrs. Wooden (Assistant Director) for Dessert with the Directors: Math Edition... share ideas and ask questions in an informal setting over some sweet treats.
This particular Dessert with the Directors will also include a fun and engaging math focus with a hands-on activity. See math through your child's eye and learn more about our K-8 math program. Hear directly from our school leaders about strategies and tools used to inspire a love for problem solving and critical thinking.
Childcare provided. For all the details and to RSVP, click here.
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Grab some Elevate gear today! The Elevate School Foundation (TESF) has set up an awesome online Spirit Store with branded attire, reusable water bottles, hats, and more! Ten percent of each purchase will go directly to the foundation which supports Elevate's Mission.
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 Elevate School cultivates leaders and positive changemakers by inspiring students to be excellent in academics, exceptional in leadership, expansive in creativity, and engaged in community.
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