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Enjoy Spring Break!
Crestwood Elementary School will be closed from Monday, April 3rd - Friday, April 7th. Take this time to enjoy the warmer weather and signs of spring sprouting around in the community! What a wonderful time to take a walk, go for a bike ride, or enjoy the local parks. This is a great opportunity to connect with what students are learning in science from life cycles to animal habitats to seasonal changes. We hope you enjoy this week together and look forward to seeing our Owls spring back to school on Monday, April 10th!
Sincerely,
Marguerite Saitta, Principal
Larry Caines, Assistant Principal
Kolette De La Cruz, Assistant Principal
Math Night was a HUGE hit!
On March 15th Crestwood Elementary School hosted a Math Curriculum Night. Families joined together for a night filled with hands-on math games using dice, dominoes and cards. Students and their families worked their way through different math stations around the school! It was such a delight seeing so many students and families making memories with math together. Thank you to all of the teachers, staff, volunteers and families who made this night a HUGE success!
Spring Break COVID Test Distribution
If your family is planning to travel or attend large gatherings during spring break, and you would like to ensure your child is healthy before returning to school, please contact us at 703-923-5400 to obtain a test kit in advance of spring break. Please note, testing is NOT required for students to return to school after break. However, you may want to test your student if they are symptomatic or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Kits will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Distribución de Kits de Prueba de COVID para las Vacaciones de Primavera
Si su familia está planeando viajar o asistir a grandes reuniones durante las vacaciones de primavera y le gustaría asegurarse de que su hijo está sano antes de regresar a la escuela, por favor póngase en contacto con nosotros en 703-923-5400 para obtener una prueba de COVID-19 antes de las vacaciones de primavera. Tenga en cuenta que las pruebas NO son obligatorias para que los estudiantes regresen a la escuela después de las vacaciones. Sin embargo, es posible que desee probar su estudiante si son sintomáticos o han estado expuestos a alguien con COVID-19. Los kits se distribuirán por orden de llegada.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
According to a recent study of elementary and middle schools, there’s a 5.8% difference between April and June attendance rates. Let's work together to end the school year with success. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
¡Asiste hoy, Tener Éxito Mañana!
Según un estudio reciente de escuelas primarias y secundarias, hay una diferencia del 5.8% entre los porcentajes de asistencia de Abril y de Junio. ¡Trabajemos juntos para terminar el año escolar con éxito! Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener más recursos sobre la asistencia.
Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages
Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS and to receive support if they are having difficulty communicating with their children's schools due to a language barrier.
Línea de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho Idiomas
Los padres que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu, o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS y para recibir apoyo si están teniendo dificultades para comunicarse con las escuelas de sus hijos debido a una barrera del idioma.
Update Your Emergency Care Information Through weCare@school
Fairfax County Public Schools provides weCare@school (weCare), an emergency care information system, to parents/caregivers who have registered for their own parent account. weCare helps manage emergency medical information by allowing parents to enter and update their children’s medical data online at their convenience. That contact information automatically enrolls parents/caregivers to receive eNotify communications from the district and their child’s school. eNotify is the communications tool for FCPS emergency, transportation, attendance, weather closings and delay, and essential outreach messages. Messages are sent via email, text, and occasionally phone.
Learn more about updating your emergency care information.
Actualice Su Información de Cuidado de Emergencia a Través de weCare@school
Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax proporcionan weCare@school (weCare), un sistema de información de atención de emergencia, a los padres/tutores que se han registrado para obtener su propia cuenta de padres. weCare ayuda a administrar la información médica de emergencia al permitir que los padres ingresen y actualicen los datos médicos de sus hijos en línea según su conveniencia. Esa información de contacto automáticamente inscribe a los padres/tutores para recibir comunicaciones de eNotify del distrito y de la escuela de su niño. eNotify es la herramienta de comunicaciones para emergencias de FCPS, transporte, asistencia, cierres o retrasos por el clima, y mensajes de alcance esenciales. Los mensajes se envían por correo electrónico, texto y ocasionalmente por teléfono. Obtenga más información sobre cómo actualizar su información de cuidado de emergencia.
Does Your Child Qualify for PreK or Early Head Start?
FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Programs provide a quality preschool experience with no cost to qualifying families who live in Fairfax County. Your family may qualify for preK or Early Head Start if you:
- have a child who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30,
- receive free or reduced-price school meals, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Social Security Income, and/or are considered homeless per definition of the McKinney Vento Act, or
- receive resources such as from a shelter and/or the FCPS homeless liaison office.
Though many families may qualify, spaces are limited. Selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with pre-K priority given to 4 year olds. It is important for all families to apply as soon as possible.
Early Head Start is for children 2 years of age and younger, and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon, and Springfield areas.
Visit the Pre-K and Early Head Start webpage for more information, or call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish)
¿Su Hijo Califica Para PreK o Early Head Start?
Los programas de PreK y Early Head Start de FCPS proporcionan una experiencia preescolar de calidad sin costo para las familias que califican y que viven en el Condado de Fairfax. Su familia puede calificar para PreK o Early Head Start si usted:
- tiene un niño que cumplirá 3 ó 4 años el 30 de septiembre,
- recibe comidas escolares gratuitas o a precio reducido, Asistencia Temporal para Familias Necesitadas (TANF), Ingresos del Seguro Social, y / o se consideran personas sin hogar según la definición de la Ley McKinney Vento, o
- reciben recursos de un centro de refugio y/o de la oficina de enlace para personas sin hogar de FCPS.
Aunque muchas familias pueden calificar, los espacios son limitados. La selección se basa en la necesidad, no en el orden de llegada, dando prioridad a los niños de 4 años de edad. Es importante que todas las familias presenten su solicitud lo antes posible.Early Head Start es para niños de 2 años o menos y mujeres embarazadas que vivan en las zonas de Reston, Herndon y Springfield.
Visite el sitio web de solicitud para obtener más información, o llame al 703-208-7900 (Inglés) o 703-208-7901 (Español).
 Crestwood Families Celebrate Ramadan
This year, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, March 22. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year, a time for spiritual discipline for Muslims, who believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Quran to Mohammed. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids. Ramadan begins with a half “O Day” on March 22, followed by an O Day on March 23.
The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. Half-O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
Ramadan Mubarak to our students and families who observe!
 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for Students Starting April 10
FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to begin offering virtual mental health services to high school students via live video sessions. Starting Monday, April 10, parents/caregivers who have been struggling to find a therapist for their child or who notice changes in their child’s behavior will be able to connect them virtually with a licensed therapist.
Teletherapy services for students are short-term, evidence-based, and culturally-responsive. Teletherapy is available on any device, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Therapists will be locally-licensed clinicians; 50% of whom identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC); and 40% of whom are bilingual. More than 15 languages are available.
Hazel Health’s licensed therapists can help students who are experiencing:
- Mood/behavior changes, lack of motivation, grief/loss.
- Anxiety, worry, fears.
- Bullying, sexual identity challenges, challenging peer and family relationships.
- Academic stress.
The first step for parents is to provide information through an opt-in form. Visit FCPS’ Teletherapy webpage for details.
April Service Events
April is a busy month with many service learning opportunities and connections. Be sure to follow FCPS Get2Green as April 17-20 is Earth Week. April is also is Month of the Military Child and April 19th will be Purple Up Day. In addition, April 28 – 30 is Global Youth Service Weekend through Youth Service of America. Lots of great ways for students to participate in service learning this spring!
Crestwood & Community News
Be sure to check the Crestwood Elementary School Website for school fliers, community announcements and resources.
Important Dates
April 3-7 - Spring Break, Schools Closed
April 13 - End of Quarter; Students Dismissed at 1:55 p.m.
April 14 - Teacher Workday, No School for Students
April 21 - Eid al-Fitr Holiday, No School; Office Closed
 Join the PTA!
The number one reason to join the Crestwood Elementary PTA is to benefit your child. The PTA supports a number of efforts to enrich the lives of the children, teachers, and families of Crestwood. The PTA in partnership with Crestwood Elementary School sponsors a number of popular activities at the school each year.
Joining the PTA supports local, state, and national efforts to improve the education of children and the lives of families. You will find it a great way to learn what is going on in your school, meet other parents and teachers, and be part of the fun. Your children will appreciate that you are involved in their school and you will be a role model by showing the importance you place on education. Click Here to Join!
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