Positivity Project: Love
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What is Love?
Love is when you value close relationships with others and being close to people. The character strength of love represents the way we think, feel, and behave towards the people with whom we have close relationships. When one person loves another person, that person: comforts and makes the other feel safe; sacrifices on the other’s behalf; and supports the other during struggles.
Why is it important?
Love is imperative to an individual’s happiness and fulfillment in life. Love allows us to open up to another person and be vulnerable. That openness gives us the ability to learn and grow. Loving another person and sacrificing on his/her behalf produces positive emotions. On a group level, love is vital for the well- being of society. The world is endlessly interconnected. We are all dependent upon each other for survival and happiness. Love produces positive feelings, which help negate loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Without love, we cannot form strong relationships with our families, friends, or communities.
Families use the resources below to connect with your child's learning.
The password is: P2
https://posproject.org/p2-for-families/
Ms. Carlson's Students have been inspired by the Positivity Project this year. The class decided to have a book and toy drive for Fox Elementary School in Richmond. Fox Elementary was demolished in a fire last week. Thank you for putting the Positivity Project into action Ms. Carlson's class. Friday, February 18th is the last day for donations. Thank you for your support!
Thank you to our wonderful PTA for providing donuts for all students, teachers and staff!
 3rd graders shared their research today with students, teachers and administrators. Some topics included: King Cobras, Turtles, Jupiter, and Pluto. The students had fun and used their creative skills during their presentations.
Cameron Students enjoying the Dance and Jump Rope unit in PE.
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Kindergarten Registration |
Do you have a child at home who will be five by September 30th? Please start your registration now. If you have any neighbors with little ones, please send this information to them as well. These are the 5 steps you need to take to register your child. If you have questions regarding kindergarten registration, please reach out Mrs. Van Pool or call our main office at 703-329-2100.
How We Measure Community Transmission
Last week, we shared our plan to safely scale back layered prevention measures using COVID-19 community transmission data and health expert recommendations to inform our decision-making.
Our roll back strategy will be implemented when the Fairfax County community reaches moderate transmission and remains there for seven consecutive days. We measure community transmission as total new cases per 100,000 people over the past seven days. The following chart shows the numbers that determine community transmission and what that means for student mask guidelines and student screening testing.
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As of the week of February 6 - February 12 (the most recent data), there were 170 new cases per 100,000 people. This is still classified as high transmission. |
In order to move to moderate transmission, cases must be less than 50. The next data report will be Monday, February 21. The reports can be found on the VDH website.
Read the message we shared on February 10 for more about our roll back plan.
Join in the Resource Review Process
Anyone who would like to have a voice in the resources selected for elementary language arts classrooms has that opportunity this month. Resource review is happening now.
You can review digital resources and leave feedback online. Physical resources for elementary language arts are being reviewed throughout the month at the Willow Oaks Administration Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday-Friday. In-person review hours will be extended to 7 p.m. on February 10. Learn more on our website.
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Mark Your Calendars
Family Coffee Virtual Event
Join us for our next Family Coffee on Digital Citizenship and Social Media.
February 22nd from 10AM to 11AM
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98289075627
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Cameron Elementary Girl Scouts are selling delicious cookies this Saturday, February 19, from 3-4PM at the Firehouse Subs on Richmond Highway (8628 Richmond Highway), lest help them reach their goal!
Las “Girl Scouts” de Cameron están vendiendo deliciosas galletas este sábado, 19 de febrero de 3-4pm en la Casa de Bomberos en el 8628 Richmond Highway, vamos a ayudarlas a alcanzar su meta!
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Webinar: Parenting Education for Arabic Families 4-part Series *Presented in Arabic
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Thursdays in March 2022 6:30-8 p.m.
The webinar series addresses the challenges faced by Arab parents when raising their children in the United States of America and the cultural differences between generations.
Topics include:
- Cultural, psychological, emotional, and personal differences
- Parenting strategies based on empathy and understanding
Join Sarah Amri, psychologist and Program Supervisor at Northern Virginia Family Service and Hunada Zein Eddin, counselor at Northern Virginia Family Service
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3/03/2022 Bridging Cultural and Generational Differences
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3/10/2022 Effective Ways to Communicate
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3/17/2022 Discipline Strategies
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3/24/2022 Effective Parenting Styles
Register for Webinar: Parenting Education for Arabic Families 4-part Series *Presented in Arabic
SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-Person and Virtual Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:
- Meet other siblings in a relaxed, virtual setting.
- Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
- Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.
- Play games and have fun!
Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services Registration is free, however, donations are accepted to support the cost of future Sibshops: Donate Here
Friday, March 4, 2022. *School Planning Day – students are not attending school
Register for SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person, and Virtual Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
Supporting Early Learners: Growing the Caregiver’s Toolbox: A Webinar Series for PreK-2 Families
- 3/11/22: Supporting Self-Regulation Development in Early Learners
- 4/22/22: Supporting Healthy Habits & Routines in Early Learners
- 5/20/22: Growing through Tough Moments in Early Learners
There are so many ways children learn and develop throughout early childhood. Relationships, habits, and even challenges can become rich opportunities to teach and foster lifelong learning and skills for our children. Learn more about how self-regulation, executive functioning, and routines can help your children learn and develop.
- Laura Thieman, LCSW, MPH, RPT- FCPS Social Worker Supervisor, Region 3
- Amy Sheldon, MEd, MSW, LCSW - FCPS Preschool Mental Health Clinician, Early Childhood Assessment Team
- Lori Kraden, FCPS Educational Specialist, Behavior Intervention Services
Fridays 10-11:30 a.m.
Register for Supporting Early Learners: Growing the Caregiver’s Toolbox: A Webinar for PreK-2 Families
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Gang Prevention for Families and Community Members |
Join us for this webinar about preventing gang involvement in Fairfax County.
- Participants will learn about programs, strategies, and supports to prevent youth involvement.
- Discussions will also include supports available to those youth who may already be involved with or are currently being recruited by gangs.
Topics include:
- What is a gang and why do youth join gangs?
- Common gang activities
- Risk factors associated with gang involvement
- Protective factors that reduce gang involvement
- Supports available in Fairfax County and FCPS
Presented by:
- Stefan Mascoll: Coordinator Student Safety and Wellness, Fairfax County Public Schools
- Kate Reen: Director of Youth Initiatives, Northern Virginia Family Service
- Francisco Klockner Gonzalez - Gang Prevention Coordinator, Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
- Dianna Sosa, LCSW, FCPS School Social Worker
Friday March 18, 2022 10-11:30 a.m.
Register for Gang Prevention for Families and Community Members
Edison Theatre Company presents: High School Musical!
Join us for all the fun at this family-friendly musical production - all ages welcome! Get’cha Head in the Game!
Date: March 3, 4 and 5 at 7 pm, and Saturday March 5 at 2 pm
Tickets: Tickets are just $5 and can be purchased at the door or in advance atwww.edisontheatrecompany.org
Address: 5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310
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High speed internet at home with a lower price if you qualify. |
Please call our Family Liaison if you need assistance to enroll.
Internet de alta velocidad en su hogar con un precio mas bajo, si es que califica. Por favor comuníquese con nuestro Enlace Familiar si necesita ayuda para inscribirse.
COX – CONNECT2COMPETE PACKAGE
https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/connect2compete.html
VERIZON – LIFELINE PROGRAM
https://www.verizon.com/info/low-income-internet/
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The Career and Technical Education (CTE) |
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office has an engaging summer planned for your student! We are offering two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy.
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Tech Adventure Camp is a weekly exploratory camp designed to give students in grades 2 – 6 the opportunity to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and computer science areas.
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CTE Summer Academy is a weekly enrichment program that allows students in grades 7 - 11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas and encourages skill development and career exploration.
Register soon! Space is limited and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled. Scholarships are available for Free and Reduced Meal students
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Attention Parents/Guardians of Rising 7th Grade Students |
Immunization Requirement Notice
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
Effective July 1, 2021 all students entering 7th grade will be required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), and Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY).
Seventh grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Tdap and Meningococcal documentation.
Please provide one of the following documents to the Cameron ES Main Office:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the missing immunization(s).
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online at:
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/support/health_medical/certificate_religious_exemption.pdf
Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/school or by calling 703-246-2411.
Important Reminders
- Thank You For Supporting The Cameron PTA. Please view the PTA website here
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Ms. Sandy Yi-Davis
PTA President
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Quick Links
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Two Hour Early Release
March 4, 2022
Student Holiday (Professional Development Day)
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