Churchill Chatter - Issue 18, May 6, 2022
Two of our favorite bakers wear the same t-shirt representing their favorite hobby as part of SGA's Spirit Week.
Dear Churchill Road Families,
It is hard to believe that it is already May and we are closing in on the end of another school year. We are so grateful to our PTA for celebrating our teachers and staff this week with coffee, sweets, gift cards and a fabulous luncheon. We truly feel very much appreciated.
Our SGA sponsored a fun spirit week, much to the enjoyment of all the students. Looking ahead, we are excited about the Bobcat Spring Celebration next Friday, May 13. There will be music, dance, games -- including a Parent-Staff matchup of "Are You Smarter than a Sixth Grader?" We hope that you will be able to join us for this fun-filled family event, the first since 2019!
We wish you all a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Cherith Pierson and Jennifer Niccolls
In This Week's Issue
- Staff Appreciation Thank You!
- Dr. Reid Virtual Town Hall on May 17
- FCPS Health Updates
- SOL Testing Schedule
- PTA News - Spring Celebration on May 13, 6th Grade Party Update, School Supply Orders Open, Helping Hungry Kids, and Summer Camps at CRS.
- Important Dates
Thank You from the CRS Staff
Churchill Road teachers and staff were wowed by the outpouring of appreciation this past week. Parents, students and the PTA went all out with notes of gratitude, cards, and delicious treats of all kinds. Each day was something fabulous, from donuts and coffee to snacks, sweets, a delicious Cinco de Mayo luncheon, and the ever-popular gift card tree, culminating with special Churchill-themed cupcakes. A very special thank you is extended to Shelli Bushman and Christie Buschmann for organizing this week's festivities.
Thank you for supporting the great work of our teachers, assistants and staff through your kindness and generosity.
Cherith Pierson, Jen Niccolls and the entire CRS staff
Topic: Dr. Reid Virtual Town Hall May 17
Share the following message with constituents:
Save the Date: Meet the Incoming Superintendent at a Virtual Town Hall May 17
On Tuesday, May 17 at 7 p.m., incoming superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will join staff, families, and students for a multilingual virtual town hall. Watch your email and upcoming issues of FCPS This Week for more details, including how to register. Dr. Reid will be hosting additional engagement sessions throughout the county after her official start date on July 1.
Dr. Reid held an in-person town hall May 3 that can be viewed on the FCPS YouTube Channel.
FCPS Health Updates
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) continues to monitor cases and report COVID-19 outbreaks, as outlined by the Virginia Department of Health. Currently, Fairfax County's Community Level remains low as determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and our layered prevention strategies are being implemented based on our COVID-19 Community Level, as recommended by the CDC.
However, FCPS has seen a recent increase in COVID-19 cases and outbreaks and parents/legal guardians are reminded of the daily health screening requirement to check their students for mild, cold-like symptoms each day, such as fever, runny nose, cough, or shortness of breath. Parents and guardians are advised to keep their students home if sick and get them tested to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
VaxUp
We continue to encourage everyone to get vaccinated or boosted as soon as they are eligible. COVID-19 vaccination keeps children safely in school and childcare settings, and also while participating in sports, playdates, extracurricular activities, and other group activities. Strong community vaccination rates help keep our schools safe for in-person learning. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, or to find a vaccine provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website.
Masking
As a reminder, students may return to school after five days of isolation if they are fever-free for 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medication) and symptoms are improving. As recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) individuals should continue to wear a well-fitting mask around others at home and in public for five additional days (day six through day 10) after the end of the five day isolation period. If individuals are unable to wear a mask when around others, they should continue to isolate for a full 10 days at home. While not required, wearing a mask while indoors is still considered an important way to protect yourself and others. Families are encouraged to discuss mask wearing as an additional layered prevention strategy.
Additional recommendations to prevent COVID-19 are available online.
Important Dates
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Tuesday, May 10 - Grade 5 and Grade 6 Math SOLs
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Wednesday, May 11 - Grade 3 and Grade 4 Math SOLs
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Friday, May 13 - Bobcat Spring Family Celebration, 5-8 PM
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Tuesday, May 17 - Orchestra Concert for Families, 6 PM
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Thursday, May 19 - Chorus Concert for Families, 6:30 PM
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Wednesday, May 25 - Virtual PTA Meeting, 9 AM
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Wednesday, May 25 - Band Concert for Families, 6 PM
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Monday, May 30 - Memorial Day Holiday - School Closed
Please visit the FCPS School Year Calendar for more information
2021-22 School Year:
https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/2021-22-standard-school-year-calendar
Bobcat Spring Celebration
Join your fellow CRS families for an evening of music, dance, games, activities, and fun at the Bobcat Spring Celebration on May 13 from 5-8 p. m.!
Tickets are available to purchase online through 11:59 p.m. on May 12 for $10 per person. Ticket sales at the door will be $15 per person (cash only). Each ticket includes admission and 20 tickets to use for all the games and activities. Additional game and activities tickets will be available for purchase at the event (cash only).
There will be food trucks with food for purchase, so bring your picnic blanket and plan to buy dinner at the event!
Please note that this event will be held rain or shine (indoors if raining). Tickets are not refundable.
More info and ticket orders
6th Grade Party
6th Grade Families — Tickets are on sale now through May 13 for the Class of 2022 Celebration! Your student's ticket includes an all-access pass to all the fun at the party, including lunch, snacks, treats, a digital memory book, and party goodies. Ticket purchases also support the Class of 2022 gift to CRS, a tile mural that includes art from every 6th grader. Party info & tickets
Order School Supplies for the
2022-2023 School Year
Save time and money driving from store to store and "go green" by ordering school supplies online this year. Your child's supply kit includes the exact teacher requested supplies and ships directly to CRS before the first day of class! CRS PTA elves will deliver your child's kit to their classroom prior to the start of school. Getting school supplies couldn't be easier! Proceeds will benefit the CRS PTA and help fund programs at Churchill Road.
To order, go to www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks and enter our school's code CHU084. Select the appropriate grade pack. Be sure to choose next year's grade level! Every kit includes all the exact teacher-requested supplies — the complete list can be viewed online. Note: Tax will be applied at checkout. Orders can be made through June 30, 2022.
Helping Hungry Kids
The CRS PTA is helping fight food insecurity in our area. From May 9 to May 20, we are collecting non-perishable, shelf-stable food donations. These donations will be assembled into weekend meal bags for Northern Virginia school children who rely on free and reduced-price lunches during the week.
Food Drive: To ensure these bags have all the needed items, we've created a sign-up form for donations, and we've broken down the needed items by grade. Your children can bring your donations to school and drop them in the gray bins located throughout the school from 5/9-5/20 or at the Bobcat Spring Celebration on 5/13. Donations Signup
Meal Bag Assembly: We'll be assembling these weekend bags on 5/24 from 3:30-4:00 p.m., and we're asking any 6th grader who's interested to be part of the assembly teams. Watch your VIP folders for permission slips. Sixth graders MUST have signed permission slips to participate.
Parent Volunteers: We need volunteers to help us make this event work! Want to join your student in the assembly? Join us! Don't have a 6th grader but would love to pitch in? You're also welcome! Volunteer
Summer Camps at CRS
Registration is now open for all our summer camps!
- Bobcat Sports Camp: for rising 1st-6th grade students; June 14 to 17, June 21 to 24, June 27 to July 1, July 5 to 8
- Bobcat Games Camp: for rising 6th-8th grade students; June 21 to June 24
- Summer STEM Camp: for rising 1st-3rd grade students; July 11 to 15 (half-day camp)
- Chess Camp: for rising 2nd-7th grade students; June 27 to July 1
- Theater Camp: for rising 4th-7th grade students; June 21 to July 1 and July 5 to July 15
Camp info and registration
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