Volume 2, Issue 21; June 9, 2023
Stronger Together
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Dear Clearview Families,
This week, the Clearview community demonstrated how we are Clearview Strong. The entire Clearview community- students, staff, and families- came together to support one another. Thank you.
Have a pleasant weekend,
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
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Welcome to Clearview Mrs. Nadia Khan!
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Please welcome Ms. Nadia Khan as an Instructional Assistant in Clearview’s Early Head Start program.
Ms. Nadia, as her students call her, was born in Pakistan and has lived in many different countries before moving to the USA. She is passionate about developing young minds and is especially committed to providing children and their families the resources and support they deserve.
Ms. Nadia enjoys going on long walks, relaxing with a good cup of tea, and even playing soccer with her eleven-year-old.
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Welcome to Clearview Ms. Irene Brooks
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Please welcome Ms. Irene Brooks to Clearview as our new dining assistant. She is retired from Wells Fargo and has been living in Herndon since 2014. Mrs. Brooks volunteered her time at the opening of our salad bar this school year and decided she’d enjoy working here.
Ms. Brooks has two daughters and four grandchildren. She enjoys traveling, good food and singing in her church choir. Mrs. Brooks is happy to be part of the FCPS family!
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Lost and Found
Not sure where that hoodie went? Maybe it’s in our Lost and Found. Students and families are encouraged to take a look for lost items soon. Items will be donated to the Salvation Army on June 21st.
Summer Reading Program: All Together Now
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On Monday students in grades 3-4 learned about the Fairfax County Public Library’s summer reading program, All Together Now, from the children’s librarian at Herndon Fortnightly Library. You can enroll in person after June 16 and online after June 10. There will be in-person programming all summer. |
ParentVUE
If you do not already have a SIS ParentVUE account, sign up now to monitor and support your child’s academic success! Through ParentVUE, you are able to view your student’s attendance, grades, and assignments at any time. You can also access special reports for your student like progress reports and assessment score reports.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
Summer Fun for All! Summer Camps and
Adapted Recreation
The Family Resource Center has recently published a list with dozens of summer camps including general camps, camps for students with a variety of needs, and camps for children of military personnel. They’ve also prepared a list of adapted resources, sorted by activity, that are inclusive for children and adults of various physical abilities.
The Family Resource Center (FRC) provides resources and support for all families and school staff. They offer a free library, confidential consultations, and informational webinars. For more information, call 703-204-3941, email frc@fcps.edu or visit their website.
💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!
Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:
- Check your child’s attendance record.
- Help your student stay engaged at school.
- Report future absences.
- Understand the FCPS school calendar.
Learn more about attendance resources.
☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Substitutes Needed at Clearview for 2023-24
We are always looking for kind and caring substitute teachers and substitute instructional assistants to ensure our students continue to thrive when teachers and instructional assistants need to be out of the classroom. Substitute teaching is a great opportunity for future teachers, stay-at-home parents, retirees, college students, part-time employees, and anyone who wants to make a difference! Substitute instructional assistant pay is $16.59 per hour and substitute teacher pay is $18.50 per hour.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please call or email Kerry Buss, Office Assistant, and apply on-line. Also, you can sign up for a virtual, one hour substitute information session here.
FCPS Cares
Recently, a Clearview parent submitted an FCPS Cares honor for Mrs. Audrey Goldberg that stated, in part, “She deserves to be honored for all the time and love she puts into her position.” We honor you, Mrs. Goldberg, and all Clearview teachers and staff who make Clearview ES such a special place!
Juneteenth
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Monday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed. Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that word of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of the Civil War finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, effectively marking the end of slavery in the United States. Learn more about Juneteenth. |
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
In the month of June we recognize the valuable contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals across America, and we reaffirm our commitment to standing in solidarity with LGBTQIA+ Americans in their ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
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Eid al-Adha on June 28 and 29
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Eid Mubarak to all who observe this holiday! Eid al-Adha, or the “Feast of Sacrifice,” is the second of two main holidays celebrated in Islam. Eid al-Adha signifies the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim, known as Abraham in Christianity and Judaism, to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as ordered by Allah. It focuses on sacrifice, the pilgrimage to Mecca and giving to those less fortunate. Learn more in this video from PBS Kids. |
Tutor.com for Test Prep
Did you know Tutor.com can help with more than just homework? This free, on-demand tutoring service also offers a comprehensive range of resources that include exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time, and if they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor through voice or chat options for help. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com website.
Family Media Agreement
A family media agreement is an agreed upon family plan about how you, as a family, will deal with computers, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, e-readers and any other digital devices that are in your family's life.
Here is a sample agreement for you to consider bringing into your family life: https://www.commonsense.org/sites/default/files/pdf/2022-07/document-common-sense-family-media-agreement-english-spanish.pdf
Parenting in a digital age
Parenting in the digital age can present both opportunities and challenges. On one hand, technology and the internet provide access to vast amounts of information and resources, making it easier for parents to support their children's education and well-being. On the other hand, the constantly connected nature of digital devices can also raise concerns about screen time, cyberbullying, and exposure to inappropriate content. Balancing the benefits and risks of technology use is an ongoing challenge for many parents in the digital age, here are some video resources that may help: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8TjVyuBdsClBs2Obs6Wfr5FxLyDeH-k-
Enable Talking Points Notifications
We want to ensure that you stay connected and informed about important updates and messages from our school. To receive timely notifications from Talking Points, it is crucial to enable notifications on your device. Without this feature, you might miss out on important information unless you are actively using the app.
Enabling notifications is a simple process, and here are step-by-step directions to guide you through it:
1. Open the Talking Points app on your device.
2. Navigate to the settings menu within the app. You can usually find it by tapping on the three horizontal lines or the gear icon.
3. Look for the "Notifications" or "Notification Settings" option and tap on it.
4. Ensure that the toggle switch for notifications is turned on or set to "Allow."
5. If prompted, grant the necessary permissions for the app to send notifications.
6. Additionally, you can customize your notification preferences by selecting the types of messages or events you wish to receive alerts for.
By enabling notifications, you'll receive timely updates, announcements, and messages directly to your device, ensuring you stay informed and engaged with your child's education.
Thank you for taking the time to check and enable notifications on Talking Points. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to Mr. Newbold, at mcnewbold@fcps.edu, with any questions.
Best regards,
Clearview Tech Team
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June 13 6th Grade Party
June 15 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 6pm, Herndon Middle
School
June 16 2-hour early dismissal, Last Day of School
June 17-August 20 No school (Summer Break)
July 4 Independence Day
August 21 First Day of School
See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
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