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Bobcat Bulletin M a yf i e ld In t er me d i at e S ch o ol
Administrative Message
Dear Parents,
Happy New Year and welcome back to school! It’s going to be a great 2017 here at Mayfield Intermediate School. The winter months are a great time to stay in and snuggle up with a good book! It’s the perfect time to read to or with your child. We have many great events coming up including our PTA spirit nights and our Academic Night coming up in March. We look forward to seeing you there!
Mrs. Mills, Principal
January 2017
Mayfield Float Wins 3rd Place and Most Participation
in the Manassas Christmas Parade!
Congratulations Mayfield for winning third place and most participation in the Manassas
Christmas Parade! Thank you to our sponsor, Bull Run Kiwanis Club!! Thanks to all the stu-
dents, parents and staff who helped design, build and present the float in the parade.
What an honor!
Phone Number: 571-377-6600 FAX: 703-257-1562 Website: www.mayfield.is.mcpsva.org
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101 Ways to Praise a Child! WOW • WAY TO GO • SUPER • YOU'RE SPECIAL • OUTSTANDING • EXCELLENT •GREAT• GOOD • NEAT • WELL DONE • RE-MARKABLE • I KNEW YOU COULD DO IT • I'M PROUD OF YOU • FANTASTIC • SUPER STAR • NICE WORK • LOOKING GOOD • YOU'RE ON TOP OF IT • BEAUTIFUL • NOW YOU'RE FLYING • YOU'RE CATCHING ON • NOW YOU'VE GOT IT • YOU'RE IN-
CREDIBLE • BRAVO • YOU'RE FANTASTIC • HURRAY FOR YOU • YOU'RE ON TARGET • YOU'RE ON YOUR WAY • HOW NICE • HOW SMART • GOOD JOB • THAT'S INCREDIBLE • HOT DOG • DYNAMITE • YOU'RE BEAUTIFUL • YOU'RE UNIQUE • NOTH-
ING CAN STOP YOU NOW • GOOD FOR YOU • I LIKE YOU YOU'RE A WINNER • REMARKABLE JOB • BEAUTIFUL WORK • SPECTACULAR • YOU'RE SPECTACULAR • YOU'RE DARLING • YOU'RE PRECIOUS • GREAT DISCOVERY • YOU'VE DISCOV-ERED THE SECRET • YOU FIGURED IT OUT • FANTASTIC JOB • HIP, HIP, HURRAY • BINGO • MAGNIFICENT • MARVELOUS • TERRIFIC • YOU'RE IMPORTANT • PHENOMENAL • YOU'RE SENSATIONAL • SUPER WORK • CREATIVE JOB • SUPER JOB • FANTASTIC JOB • EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE • YOU'RE A REAL TROOPER • YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE • YOU ARE EX-CITING • YOU LEARNED IT RIGHT • WHAT AN IMAGINATION •WHAT A GOOD LISTENER • YOU ARE FUN • YOU'RE GROW-
ING UP • YOU TRIED HARD • YOU CARE • BEAUTIFUL SHARING • OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE • YOU'RE A GOOD FRIEND • I TRUST YOU • YOU'RE IMPORTANT • YOU MEAN A LOT TO ME • YOU MAKE ME HAPPY • YOU BELONG • YOU'VE
GOT A FRIEND • YOU MAKE ME LAUGH • YOU BRIGHTEN MY DAY • I RESPECT YOU • YOU MEAN THE WORLD TO ME • THAT'S CORRECT • YOU'RE A JOY • YOU'RE A TREASURE • YOU'RE WONDERFUL • YOU'RE PERFECT • AWESOME • A+
JOB • YOU'RE A-OK MY BUDDY • YOU MADE MY DAY • THAT'S THE BEST • A BIG HUG • A BIG KISS • SAY I LOVE YOU!
Extended Student Absences
If an extended vacation is planned which results in a Mayfield stu-
dent being absent from school, the following should be noted:
Any student absent for 15 consecutive days is automatically with-drawn from school.
If a student is withdrawn due to 15 consecutive absences, a par-ent or legal guardian must make an appointment to re-enroll the student, complete all new paperwork, and provide proof of residency.
School Nurse Notes…It’s Cold and Flu Season!!
Do you know the difference between a cold and the flu?? A cold and the flu are both caused by viruses and
there is no known cure. Both are spread through person-to-person contact. The flu can affect adults and chil-
dren of any age. While symptoms can vary, the common ones are listed below.
With the flu—The onset of the flu is usually sudden or abrupt. A fever is common and usually high, 102-104,
and can last 3-4 days. Headaches, general aches/pains and exhaustion are common. Fatigue and weak-
ness can last 2-3 weeks. The flu can lead to bronchitis or pneumonia which can be life threatening.
With a cold—The onset of a cold is usually more gradual. A fever and headaches are not common. Stuffy nose, sore throat,
and a cough are common. Colds can lead to sinus congestion and earaches.
Prevention—Frequent and thorough hand washing is the best way to prevent colds and the flu! The most common type of
cold/flu virus can survive outside the body for up to three hours. Cold/flu germs can survive and are easily spread on door
handles, bathroom fixtures and hand rails. A good prevention for the flu is the flu vaccine. It’s not too late to get your vac-
cination!
ANY PERSON ENTER-ING THE BUILDING
REGARDLESS OF THEIR
RELATIONSHIP TO THE CHILD, MUST
PROVIDE A CURRENT GOVERNMENT IS-SUED PHOTO ID.
If you have moved, please provide Mrs. Hunley in the front office with your new address. She will need a copy of your lease, deed or settle-ment statement and two other pieces of identifying material with the
new address (utility bill, driver’s license, etc.).
If you plan to move, please come in to see Mrs. Hunley to complete a withdrawal form. Mrs. Hunley is in the main office and can be
reached by calling 571-377-6600.
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Inclement Weather Procedures When, in the judgment of the Superintendent/designee, conditions exist which are hazardous to the health and safety of
students and employees, the Superintendent/designee shall take the appropriate action by:
Delaying the opening of schools;
Dismissing students early from schools;
Closing school or division for the entire day; or
Taking other action necessary to safeguard the health and safety of students and employees.
The decision to close schools for an entire day or to delay school openings will be made as early as possible prior to sched-
uled starting times. Except in unusual circumstances demanding emergency measures, the decision will be made prior to
5:30 a.m. on the morning of a closing or delay in opening, so that the information can be broadcast on the news media prior
to 6:00 a.m.
Two-Hour Delayed Opening
School will begin at 9:35 am. Students arrive two hours late.
Morning buses will be two hours late. If your bus typically picks up at 7:05, it will pick up at 9:05. Students will
use regular bus stops unless noted otherwise.
Field trips may be canceled pending weather conditions.
Athletic trips may be approved by Superintendent/designee and Director of Transportation on a case-by-case
basis pending assessment of road conditions and weather predictions.
Lunch will be served at all schools.
Early Closing
When schools are closed early because of emergency conditions:
Students will be dismissed early as determined by the Superintendent/designee.
Lunch will be served unless notified otherwise by the Superintendent/designee.
Code Gray Closing
All classes and school activities (day and evening), including adult education classes and recreational programs are can-
celed. School buses will not operate. Rare exceptions may be made for important activities that cannot be rescheduled. All
exceptions will be approved by the Superintendent/designee.
Code Blue Closing
All classes and school activities (day and evening), including adult education classes and recreational programs, are can-
celed. The school system is closed down.
Media
TELEVISION AM RADIO FM RADIO
News4 Channel 4 WMAL 630 WOL 1450 WNC 92.5 WBIG 100.3
FOX TV Channel 5 WTEM 980 WACA 1540* WKYS 93.9 WWDC 101.1
WJLA Channel 7 WWRC1260 WPGE 95.5 WTOP 103.5
NEWS Channel 8 WYSK 1350* WHUR 96.3 WAVA 105.1
WUSA Channel 9 WZHF 1390* WASH 97.1 WJZW 105.9
MCPS Cable Channel 18 WKCW 1420* WMZQ 98.7 WRQX 107.3
VERIZON Channel 39 WLZL 99.1*
*Spanish
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COUNSELOR’S CORNER
SCHOOL COUNSELORS AT
MAYFIELD INTERMEDIATE
Mrs. Dutchess,
5th Grade Counselor
(571) 377-6618
Ms. Thomasson,
6th Grade Counselor
(571) 377-6617
Mrs. Hardy,
5th & 6th Grade Counselor
(571) 377-6615
CHARACTER COUNTS Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness,
Caring, and Citizenship
We are promoting Fairness.
How can you encourage Fairness in your child?
· Encourage them to play by the rules.
· Take turns and share.
· Promote being open-minded and listening to others.
· Avoid taking advantage of others.
· Don’t blame others carelessly; hear all sides.
Encourage your child to show Fairness every day!
I’M DETERMINED!
Live Streamed Counseling Lesson
I’m Determined! is a counseling lesson that helps your child be aware of their personal
strengths, weaknesses, needs, & prefer-ences for learning. I’m Determined! em-powers your child to better understand their way of learning, as well as how to
work on things that they find challenging. Encourage your child to discuss with you their learning preferences and what they
need to be a better student!
For more information please visit :
http://www.imdetermined.org/
PARENT RESOURCES
· Parent Leadership and Support Group at Mayfield Inter-
mediate School
o January 10, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
o March 7, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
o May 2, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
· http://www.familiesanonymous.org/
A 12-step fellowship for the families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems.
· www.pwcgov.org/parenting Virginia Cooperative
Extension for Parent Support.
· 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Suicide Preven-tion Lifeline
School Closings: December 21, 2016 ~January 2, 2017— Winter Break January 16, 2017 ~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday January 26, 2017 ~Teacher Work Day January 27, 2017 ~ Professional Development Day February 9, 2017 ~ Early Release ~Teacher Work Day February 10, 2017 ~ Early Release ~ Teacher Work Day
School Hours: 7:35 am to 2:40 pm!
Please make sure your student is on time for school!
Manassas City Public Schools does not discriminate or tolerate harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability,
national origin, or, as applicable, age or veteran’s status, in employment or in its educational programs and activities.
Boxtops! Please send in your
unexpired boxtops labeled
with your homeroom teacher’s name. The class with the most will win the
monthly contest. Go to http://www.boxtops4education.com
Dates to Remember
Looking Ahead:
1/3 ~ School Re-Opens
1/9 ~ 6:30 pm ~ Reflections Ceremony in Cafeteria
1/9 ~ 7:00 pm ~ PTA Meeting in Room 1021
1/11 ~ 7:00 pm ~ 5th Grade Chorus Winter Concert
1/16 ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day ~ No School
1/26 ~ Teacher Work Day ~ No School Students
1/27 ~ PD Day ~ No School Students
Looking Ahead: 2/6 ~ PTA Meeting in Room1021
2/7 ~ 6:30 pm ~ All City Chorus at Hylton Performing Arts Center
2/8 ~ Club Pictures
2/9 & 2/10 ~ Early Release ~ Students—Parent /Teacher Conferences
2/20 ~ President’s Day ~ No School
2/28 ~ Interims Go Home
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Start the new year off by with your child in meaningful ways during the every day moments of life. Turn the
ordinary into extraordinary.