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Dear Clermont Families,
As we head into Spring Break, Ms. Peace and I want to wish all our Clermont Families a healthy and restful break. Our school will be closed during Spring Break, and as such school staff members will not be replying to emails during the break in order to spend much needed time with family. When we return on April 6, we will be entering the 4th and final quarter of school. Student attendance is more important than ever as we approach the last quarter so please reach out to administration or your child’s teacher if you have any concerns or questions when we return.
Enjoy the break,
Ms. Salata, Principal
Next week, March 29-April 2, is Spring break! There will be no school, and the Clermont office will be closed. Also, Monday, April 5, is a teacher workday and a holiday for students. Teachers will not be available for office hours and students are not expected to complete asynchronous assignments. See the complete 2020-21 school year calendar.
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The Fairfax County School Board has voted to approve a calendar for the 2021-22 school year that is designed to recognize, respect, and honor the plurality of religious and cultural observances in Fairfax County.
Check out the full calendar here: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/2021-22-standard-school-year-calendar
Yearbooks are on sale NOW! We know that this year has been unforgettable, and so will this year's Yearbook! Featuring lots of parent submissions, this will be a yearbook not to miss! Place your order here! Orders must be placed by Friday, April 16th! Yearbooks will be delivered to the school.
Here Comes the Bus® app is a school bus tracking app that can simplify morning and afternoon routines for parents and students by giving them real-time bus location and text or email notification alerts, helping them get to the bus stop on time. Here Comes the Bus® utilizes our GPS data and an easy to use customizable map that works on one or multiple devices, such as a tablet or smartphone.
Using the app is EASY! You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and a Student Information System (SIS) Parent Account. (If you do not have a SIS account, please contact Katie Simmons at kesimmons@fcps.edu for an activation code. Allow 24-48 hours after creating a new SIS Parent Account before using the app.) From a smartphone or tablet, download (for free) the Here Comes the Bus® app from the App Store or Google Play.
For detailed instructions and FAQ, please visit www.fcps.edu/resources/safety-and-transportation/transportation-services/here-comes-bus-mobile-app
FCPS is committed to providing all students access to meals March 26 through April 5 when there is one early release school day, the week of spring break when schools are closed, and one teacher workday when students are not in school. See the food distribution webpage for more information.
Our classroom lessons during April will focus on the following topics:
Kindergarten- Identifying qualities of a good friend. Learning to show respect for others.
1st grade- Practicing problem solving and decision making skills.
2nd grade- Managing Conflicts Using Kelso’s Choices: Continued
3rd grade- Exploring and applying various test taking strategies.
4th grade- Reviewing and practicing test taking strategies.
5th grade- Understanding and coping with bullying and harassment. This is the second lesson in the FCPS 5th grade harassment lesson series.
6th grade- Understanding and practicing conversation skills to use when meeting someone new.
FCPS will hold its 16th Annual Special Education Conference on Saturday, April 17, virtually. Registration is now available online. The conference will include a combination of synchronous (live) and asynchronous (recorded) sessions supporting the conference's theme: The time for inclusion is now. A student strand will be held for youth ages 14-22. FCPS educators, administrators, and pre-service teachers will earn five recertification points for attending the entire conference.
For more information or to register, visit the Special Education Conference webpage.
Spring break is March 29 – April 2. Here are some safety tips to be aware of, especially if you are planning on traveling during Spring Break. Virginia Department of Health (VDH) urges all Virginians to avoid non-essential travel, especially if you are at higher risk of COVID-19 or if you will be visiting someone at higher risk of serious COVID-19 complications. This recommendation applies to everyone, even if you have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have fully recovered from COVID-19.
- FCPS does not currently have travel restrictions.
- Students are not required to quarantine or provide COVID-19 test results for either domestic or international travel. Parents may opt to keep their children at home for 14 days after they return from travel, however, it is not required.
- Any student, staff or visitor demonstrating symptoms of illness is asked to stay home to help “Stop the Spread” of COVID-19.
See the positive character traits in a person. Differences between people may cause tension at home, in school or in society.
If we think negatively of someone, we may act negatively towards them. Seeing the positive traits in people makes it easier to get along, cooperate and accomplish things together.
Explain to your child that there is usually more than one way to interpret a situation or why someone reacts as they do. Talk about ways to view a person’s characteristics. Might there be positive traits that contrast with negative ones such as: open minded and direct, gentle, curious, determined, standing up for beliefs, and calm.
Positivity is a key personal characteristic in school success. For more on social emotional learning, check out FCPS school counseling services.
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In the Trenches: Military Connected Families Training
PEATC, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education, is excited to offer this free online training event is open to all servicemembers, their spouses, and their families who support the military-connected student.
You will hear information about Special Education in Virginia, transition to adulthood, collaboration with schools, and other topics related to disability services in Virginia.
This self-paced training will be accessible during the week it is offered. A live Q&A time with PEATC will be offered during this training as well.
Dates:
Option 1: Saturday, April 17, 2021 – Saturday, April 25, 2021
https://inthetrenchesapril.eventbrite.com
Option 2: Saturday, July 17, 2021 – Saturday, July 25, 2021
https://inthetrenchesjuly.eventbrite.com
Both options have LIVE meetings at 7 PM on the Thursday of that week.
For more information, contact PEATC at partners@peatc.org or 800-869-6782.
FCPS has developed multiple resources that can help with basic technology issues to support learning at home.
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If there is a problem with your Clermont issued laptop, you may enter a support request ticket via the Parent and Student IT Portal.
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FCPS' Parent Technology Resource page includes tip sheets in multiple languages that provide answers to basic questions about FCPS technologies.
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FCPS’ YouTube channel has videos on basic technology topics that highlight some of the key FCPS tools, such as Google and Blackboard. These videos are designed to provide solutions for quick, simple questions.
- Broader inquiries about FCPS programs or resources for families may be directed to the Parent Resource Center at 703-204-3941, or use one of our eight Parent Information Phone Lines for information in multiple languages.
March 26: End of 3rd Quarter- 2-hour Early Release
March 26: Pajama Day
March 27-April 3: Passover
March 29-April 2: Spring Break - No School
April 2: Good Friday
April 4: Easter
April 5: Teacher Workday - No School
April 12-May 11: Ramadan
April 27: Theravada New Year
2020-21 Standard School Year Calendar.
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