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 As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed next Wednesday, November 23 through Friday, November 25. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 28.
See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
For Edison Pyramid Elementary Schools
Parents are invited to attend an optional Zoom session to learn about Family Life Education (FLE) lessons and materials.
Monday, December 12th, 5:30 - 6:00 pm
Zoom Link
Clermont students have a strong voice! We would love to hear more about the various holidays our students celebrate from our Eagles. Does your family celebrate Bodhi Day? If your child is interested in recording a segment for our news show, we would love to hear their thoughts! Please contact Mrs. Cangro at kncangro@fcps.edu by December 5 for more information.
 Kindergartners learned all about fire safety this week, and even got to check out a real fire truck!
Fall picture retakes will be held on November 29. If you would like your child to have their photo retaken, please notify their teacher. Additionally, all students who were absent on picture day will have their photo taken.
Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!). Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them to become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers. AND - as always - every book they buy earns rewards for our school library.
Here’s what you need to know about the Fair, which will take place in our Clermont library:
Book Fair dates: Monday, November 28 - Friday, December 2
Shopping hours for families: Tuesday, November 29 from 4:00 - 7:30 pm
Students shop with their class - your child’s teacher will let you know their buying day: Wednesday, November 30 - Friday, December 2.
Please note: we are required to charge sales tax this year on all purchases from our book fair.
This year, say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet - your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school. Our Online Fair is available from November 22 to December 2.
Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping:
http://www.scholastic.com/bf/clermontes
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Book Fair Volunteers Needed!
Please consider volunteering your time by helping to advertise, decorate, set up, work at the fair during school hours, work after school during our late night, and help to pack up at the end of the week. We especially need volunteers Monday morning, Tuesday evening, and Friday afternoon of Book Fair Week.
Sign Up Today to be a Book Fair Volunteer!
Questions? Please feel free to send an email to: kncangro@fcps.edu
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See below for a way to celebrate!
Show you CARE by supporting families in our community.
Some of you have reached out to express an interest in supporting families in our community.
If you are looking for ways to help, please read and submit this form to learn about ways YOU can show you CARE.
(If you are interested in helping for the holidays, please sign up by Nov. 22 so we have time to send you important information.)
COVID diagnostic testing will be available for FCPS teachers, staff, and students at five locations across the county November 28-30 from 5 to 8 p.m. This testing is for those who are either experiencing COVID symptoms or have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID. Appointments are not required, but registration must be completed before testing. Visit the COVID Testing webpage for more information.
 Author Jonathan Roth visited 1st-5th graders at our school this week. Thank you to Hooray for Books and Clermont Librarian, Kannan Cangro, for arranging this opportunity for our students!
Jonathan Roth Book Order Update
We are waiting on a few books before we send them home (personalization error). We anticipate having the corrected books on Monday and will send all books home on Monday or Tuesday at the latest. We apologize for the delay, and thank you for your understanding.
If you are interested in having your 2nd through 6th grader screened for Full-Time (Level IV) services, please submit all documents no later than the deadline, December 15, 2022. The Level IV Referral Form is required and is linked below. The Parent/Guardian Questionnaire is optional, however it is highly recommended that you submit this as well. You may also submit up to two digital pages of work samples. Please email all documents to our AART, Raechel Acosta, at rbacosta@fcps.edu on or before December 15, 2022. Please reach out to Mrs. Acosta with any questions.
Level IV Referral Form
Parent/Guardian Questionnaire
If you missed the Understanding the Level IV Referral and Screening Process parent meeting on October 28, 2022, the recording is linked below.
This meeting was recorded and covered the Level IV referral and screening process. The presentation for this meeting and the AAP Overview meeting are located on the Clermont homepage.
FCPS is offering a number of opportunities for parents/caregivers to be involved in the Strategic Planning process! Check out two immediate options below:
Nominate Yourself or Someone Else for the Family Team
We are currently seeking nominations for parents/caregivers who are interested in contributing to Strategic Plan development as part of the Family Team. This team will represent the rich diversity of families that make up FCPS’ community, and will focus on identifying engagement and outreach practices that will improve our partnerships with families.
If you are interested in being part of the Family Team or would like to nominate someone else, please fill out this form by Tuesday, November 22.
Be a Key Communicator!
If you are a member of a community organization or group, consider signing up to be a key communicator during the strategic planning process. FCPS key communicators are active members of the community who people turn to for information, and have an interest in sharing information about the school division and encouraging involvement. If this describes you or someone you know, please get the details and complete this form
Although the community level of COVID-19 in Fairfax County is currently low, cases of RSV, the flu, and other viruses are on the rise. It continues to be important to wash your hands regularly, cover coughs and sneezes, monitor your health daily, and stay home if you are sick. For more tips, visit our Return to School website.
November 23-25: No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28 - December 2: Scholastic Book Fair
November 29: Book Fair Night
November 29: Fall Picture Retakes
December 19 - January 2: No School - Winter Break (Office Closed)
January 16: No School - Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday
January 25: 2-Hour Early Release (Dismissal at 1:50 pm)
January 26: No School/Prof. Workday
January 27: No School/Prof. Workday
February 20: No School - President's Day
March 2: 2-Hour Early Release (Dismissal at 1:50 pm)
March 3: No School/Prof. Workday
April 3-6: No School - Spring Break
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