 Ms. Branning's class brings history to life during a field trip to Mt. Vernon. Field trips are a great way for students to connect the curriculum to real life.
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Dates to Remember
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Wednesday, April 3, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Cameron Learning Festival. See below for details.
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Friday, April 5 - Student Holiday - Teacher Workday
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Thursday, April 11, 10:00-11:30 a.m. - Kindergarten Orientation and Registration Event. See below for details.
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April 15 - 19 - Spring Break
See our website for all of our upcoming events.
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TONIGHT!
Cameron Learning Festival
 Hey Cameron Families!
Are you ready for some serious fun? TONIGHT from 6:00 – 7:30, Cameron will be hosting our very first annual Learning Festival! Come participate in learning fun, win a raffle prize like a Chromebook, movie gift cards, home reading book kit and other great items! We can’t wait to see you on April 3rd from 6 - 7:30pm!
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Calendar Reminder: April 5 is a Student Holiday; Spring Break is April 15-19
As a reminder, Friday, April 5, is a teacher workday and a holiday for students. The last day of the third quarter is April 4. Classes will resume on Monday, April 8.
Looking ahead, spring break will be April 15-19. See the complete 2018-19 school year calendar.
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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.
Edison Pyramid Art Show
Thirty-seven Cameron students' artwork have been selected to exhibit in the Edison Pyramid Art Show. Letters will be sent home with students whose artwork got selected. The Reception Night will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Franconia Elementary School located at 6301 Beulah Street, Alexandria, VA 22310. Please come to check out beautiful artwork from Cameron's young artists!
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SOL Testing Schedule
Standards of Learning tests are coming up later in the year. Please remember that attendance on testing dates is particularly important. Avoid scheduling any time away from school for students during this time of year. Students are also reminded to get a good night's sleep and eat a healthy breakfast in preparation for tests.
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3rd Grade
- Language Arts - May 8 and 9
- Math - May 23 and 24
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4th Grade
- Language Arts - May 6 and 7
- Math - May 21 and 22
- Social Studies - May 29
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5th Grade
- Language Arts - May 6 and 7
- Math - May 20 and 21
- Advanced Math - May 21
- Science - May 13
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6th Grade
- Language Arts - May 10
- Math - May 24
This schedule does not include make-up or retake days and is subject to change based on the needs of our students.
Mark Twain Career Day
We are looking for volunteers to help us showcase careers to our future leaders!
- Friday, April 12th
- From 7:30-11:00 a.m.
We are in need of Volunteers for our Annual Career Day! If you know of anyone – family, friends, community members, etc. please share this with them!!
Volunteers can sign-up by completing the online form.
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Standards of Learning Test Schedules for Students Observing Ramadan
This year, the main Standards of Learning (SOL) testing window has significant overlaps with Ramadan, the Muslim holy month marked by daily fasting. The SOL testing window begins for high schools on Monday, April 29, and for elementary and middle schools on Monday, May 6. All schools must complete SOL make-up tests and retakes by Friday, June 7. Ramadan begins the evening of Sunday, May 5, and ends with Eid-al-Fitr on Wednesday, June 5.
FCPS welcomes and encourages engagement with parents and guardians of students affected by this overlap. School staff will work with parents and guardians to make schedule adjustments or determine how best to address students’ needs. For example, it may be possible to schedule testing early in the day when energy levels are likely to be highest.
If you have a child in an SOL grade-level who will be fasting to observe Ramadan this year, notify the principal or school counselor to take advantage of possible scheduling options.
View more ideas and tips to prepare for upcoming testing during Ramadan.
FCPS Values Your Opinion
On March 24th, you received an invitation from Dr. Scott Brabrand, Superintendent of Fairfax County Public Schools to participate in the 2019 FCPS Family Engagement Survey!
We would love for you to complete the survey letting us know how we are doing in the areas of:
- Providing you opportunities to partner.
- Developing positive relationships.
- Ensuring student success and more.
The survey will be available between March 24th- April 12th.
The information we learn from you will help us strengthen family engagement and continue fostering a Caring Culture throughout FCPS.
There are 3 ways you can complete the survey.
- Check your email after March 24 for an invitation with a survey link from Dr. Scott Brabrand, Superintendent with subject line: FCPS Family Engagement Survey.
- Ask the front office staff for a paper survey. You can complete it right there on the spot.
- Complete the online survey using one of the school computers. The office staff would be happy to show you an available computer for you to complete the survey electronically at the school.
We honor your opinion and commitment to your child and our schools. We strive to make it a better place for ALL!
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SIS Grade Book and Report Card Modules to Be Down April 4 Through April 13
The Student Information System (SIS) Grade Book and Report Card modules in ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be unavailable starting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, until Saturday, April 13, at 6 a.m.
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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)! |
Staff Spotlight: Jeremy Karaskevicus
Mr. Karaskevicus is better known as "Mr. K" around Cameron Elementary. He has been teaching here for 17 years and currently teaches 6th grade. He was born and raised in New Jersey and has two sisters and a brother. He is a big fan of all Philadelphia sports teams. In October, he will be getting married to the love of his life. Congratulations!
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