 Students throughout the Cameron community are doing their part in the Pennies for Patients fundraising drive. Here, students in sixth grade are counting change to see how many donations we have gotten. We have until the end of the month to reach our goal! See the link below for more information.
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Dates to Remember
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Monday, February 18 - George Washington's Birthday - Presidents' Day - Student Holiday
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Tuesday, February 19, 7:00 p.m. - PTA General Meeting
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Thursday, February 28, 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Cameron International Night. See below for details.
See our website for all of our upcoming events.
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Calendar Reminder: Schools Closed for Students on Monday, February 18
As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 18, for the Presidents Day holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 19.
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International Night
We welcome families to attend or volunteer at Cameron Elementary's International Night on Thursday, February 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. The evening will include:
- International Food Samples
- Traditional Clothing Fashion Show
- Arts and Crafts
- Music
- Games from Around the World
To participate, return the form in your student's weekly folder by Thursday, February 14. Participation is not required to attend the festival. A reminder flyer is being sent home again this week. If you already sent in a volunteer form, you do not need to send in another.
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School Environment: Parent Survey
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is studying how school environments relate to discipline practices in the Division. As part of the study, you will receive a survey from FCPS’ Office of Research and Strategic Improvement (ORSI). The surveys are designed to help FCPS understand your and your child’s thoughts about the school environment and how discipline is approached in their school.
Surveys to parents will be translated into multiple languages and come via eNotify.
Participation is voluntary for you and your child, and all responses will be anonymous.
We encourage you to participate in this important survey to help FCPS understand what is working well and where we can improve.
Dress for the Weather
The weather this time of year can be unpredictable, with temperatures sometimes changing quickly throughout the day. Dressing in layers is often helpful. Please make sure your students are coming to school with coats, hats and gloves, if appropriate, as they still go outside for recess whenever possible.
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Please Support Pennies for Patients
Cameron students will be taking part in The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Pennies for Patients program from 2/4/2019- 3/1/2019.
During this program, students will collect money to support LLS’ mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Students will learn about service, leadership, philanthropy and how they can make a difference by changing patients’ lives.
Cameron Elementary has its own online giving page that students, parents and faculty can share with friends and family:
https://events.lls.org/pages/nca/CameronElementarySchoolAlexandria-2019
Thank you in advance for helping LLS to create a world without blood cancers!
For more information on the Pennies for Patients program, please visit http://www.studentseries.org.
Cameron Parent Resource Center Classes
Our Parent Resource Center has upcoming offerings of our popular classes for families.
PEP/English classes start on March 4. The registration dates will be February 25 and 26 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Classes will be every Tuesday and Thursday. Session times are 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Childcare will be provided for children ages 18 months to 5 years old, only during second session from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The Early Literacy class for children ages 0 to 5 will start on March 4. This class also meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is open NOW at the Parent Resource Center, Room 101.
For registration or any questions, please contact Mrs. McNealy or Mrs. Rodriguez at 703-329-2117.
School Health Services Survey
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians and school staff members who interact with the school health rooms.
Electronic versions of the survey forms may be accessed at:
School Health Services Survey – Parents 2019: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/85QGH7C
School Health Services Survey-Parents 2019 (Spanish): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LLSF55F
The survey will take less than five minutes to complete and will provide the FCHD with valuable information. Your participation in this important endeavor is appreciated.
Fourth Graders create Kinetic Sculptures
 The fourth graders had been working hard in Art to make their paper mache hot air balloons to portray KINETIC SCULPTURES. The students blew the balloons, used paper mache to mold and design the balloons, wove the baskets, and tied the baskets to the balloons. Many skills were incorporated in these hot air balloons. If you have not got a chance to walk by the art/music/PE hallway, swing by to look at these awesome hot air balloons before they float away!
Kindergarten Orientation and Registration Event
Do you have a child who will start Kindergarten at Cameron next year? If so, mark your calendar for Thursday, April 11. Cameron will host our Kindergarten Orientation and Registration Event from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This is an opportunity to find out about our teachers, school and curriculum. You will be able to meet teachers and staff members, have your questions answered, and register your child for school! Join us for this important event.
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PTA Updates
If you would like to know more about the PTA, please contact our PTA president, Adrienne Barge at cameronesptapres@gmail.com or check out their Facebook page (@CameronESPTA)!
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Staff Spotlight: Minnie Thomas
Ms. Thomas is a Kindergarten teacher who teaches with joy and enthusiasm. Her hobbies include cooking and completing puzzles of almost any kind. She has always had a love of tennis, but hasn't played for a while. She says she is "still game!"
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