Water Main Break / Wasserrohrbruch
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025
Our school has experienced water damage due to a water main break in the neighborhood. Preschool, SEL, and grades 5–12 are operating as usual.
IMPORTANT: The elementary school building is currently being restored to a usable condition; therefore, we are unfortunately unable to offer regular classes or supervision for grades 1–4.
Please keep your children in grades 1 to 4 at home on Friday, December 5.
The Newbees canceled the Newbees Breakfast.
We are closely monitoring the MCPS decision for Friday in case they announce a delayed start due to the weather.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
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Aufgrund eines Wasserrohrbruchs in der Nachbarschaft ist es zu einem Wasserschaden an unserer Schule gekommen ist. Der Kidnergarten, SES sowie die Klassen 5–12 haben regulären Unterricht.
WICHTIG: Das Grundschulgebäude wird derzeit in einen nutzbaren Zustand gebracht, daher können wir für die Klassen 1–4 leider keinen regulären Unterricht und auch keine Betreuung anbieten.
Bitte behalten Sie Ihre Kinder der Klassen 1 bis 4 am Freitag, den 5. Dezember zu Hause.
Die NewBees haben das Newbees-Frühstück abgesagt.
Wir behalten die Entscheidung von MCPS für Freitag im Blick, falls aufgrund des Wetters ein verspäteter Schulbeginn angekündigt wird.
Vielen Dank für Ihr Verständnis und Ihre Unterstützung.
Winter Time is Norovirus Time
This is the time of year when we not only worry about the flu (influenza) but also about the dreaded Norovirus.
The Norovirus and the resulting gastroenteritis is very common during the winter months, especially in the school setting. It is highly contagious through stool and vomit from infected persons as well as through contaminated food or water. It is a very hardy virus and survives temperatures below freezing and as high as 60◦C (140◦F)
The Norovirus causes symptoms such as:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Low fever
- Headache, muscle aches, chills
- Fatigue
Symptoms usually begin 12-48 hours after exposure, usually last 24-48 hours and generally disappear without medical treatment.
Hand washing is the most important way to prevent infection. Wash hands with soap and water:
- After using the toilet
- Before eating
- After touching any stool-soiled or vomit-soiled materials, toilets, or surfaces
- Before handling food or drink
- After cleaning up vomit or diarrhea from someone who is sick with Norovirus
Thoroughly clean and disinfect any contaminated surfaces immediately after an episode of illness by using a bleach-based household cleaner.
If your child is vomiting and/or suffering from diarrhea keep the child home for at least 24 hours after the last episode.
