Panther Press for February 26, 2023

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Calendar Reminder

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Reminder, students have an early release on Thursday, March 2. There is no school for students on Friday, March 3, for a school planning day. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.


Monthly Family Coffee is Tuesday!

All parents are invited to join us for the next Parklawn Parent Coffee on February 28th from 9-10 a.m. in the library.

The Parklawn Math Team will present ideas on how to promote a positive mathematical mindset.

Come join the fun as we engage in math games together and learn games that you can play at home with your student.

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March is Women's History Month!

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 Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history.


Read Across America Day: March 2!

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Read Across America Day was established by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998 to help get kids excited about reading.

In celebration of reading, each student at Parklawn will be given a book of their choice to take home. Thank you to the organization "Books are Food For the Brain"!


The Book Fair is Coming!

We’re so excited the book fair is coming soon to Parklawn Elementary! The book fair will be held March 6-10, 2023  in the library, with set-up taking place Thursday, March 2 (early release day). Each class will visit the book fair twice throughout the week. Once on Monday or Tuesday to preview the selection and a second time Wednesday through Friday to purchase items.

The book is always in need of volunteers! There are a variety of positions available, including set up and clean up. Sign up for a slot at https://bit.ly/pesfair2023 . Students in grade 5 or older are welcome during set up and clean up slots for assisting. Mrs. Zamudio can sign off on community service forms for middle schoolers as needed. Remember all proceeds from the book fair support our school’s classroom libraries and the school libraries. Any questions about the book can be directed to Rachel Zamudio at rhzamudio@fcps.edu. Thank you for your support of our book fair!


FAMILY MATH NIGHT IS BACK!

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Calling all Parklawn Panthers to join us for a fun filled evening of math games!

WHEN? Thursday, March 9, 2023 from 6:00-7:30pm at Parklawn Elementary School

WHAT? Family Math Night is an opportunity for you to experience hands-on math activities with your child facilitated by our amazing Parklawn teachers.

Mark your calendar and join us for this mathtastic  event!


Student Intention Form 2023-2024

We need your help in projecting our total enrollment for next school year. For families not returning to Parklawn Elementary School in the fall for school year 2023-24, please let the school  know your answers to the questions in the attached Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form by March 31, 2023. Please save the completed form, attach it to an email, and send it to Lanh Nguyen at LMNguyen1@fcps.edu (you may omit the Student ID Number and Parent Signature). Hard copies of the form are also available in the main office. If you would like to give your answers via the phone, please call 703-914-6900. Click here to access the form.


Justice High School Addition Community Meeting- March 7

Justice High School will soon be under construction as work begins on a new addition that will accommodate increasing enrollment and enhance the building. You are invited to a community meeting on Tuesday, March 7, to learn more about what to expect as we enter this new phase of the project. 

The March 7 community meeting will be a hybrid event, allowing participants to choose to attend in person at the Justice High School auditorium or virtually via Zoom (no pre-registration is needed). The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Language interpretation will be provided based on the availability of interpretation staff. Please be aware, at this stage in the construction process, no major changes may be made.  

Learn more about the Justice High School project.

Join the meeting on Zoom .


Positivity Project for February 25 – March 3

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This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Love of Learning. Love of learning means you master new topics on your own or in school.

Those with a love of learning are intrinsically motivated and engaged in a topic regardless of achieving an external standard. They enjoy learning simply for the sake of learning. They don’t need a prize of a high grade as a reward. Their reward is the process of doing the work and improving.

Developing a love of learning is highly beneficial for an individual. It means that they are intrinsically motivated to deepen their existing skills and abilities, or learn something completely new. Since intrinsically motivated action is correlated with positive emotions, those who act on their love of learning may also have enhanced mental and physical health. Additionally, individuals who love learning have the desire and ability to overcome challenges, due to a sense of autonomy and control over their environment.

To practice and encourage the character strength of love of learning with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions. Have a wonderful week!


Upcoming Dates

February 23-March 2: Wild About Reading Week

March 2: Early Release Day; Dismissal at 1:25 (PAC at 1:55)

March 3: School Planning Day: No School for Students

March 6-10: Book Fair

March 9: Math Night and Book Fair, 6-7:30