Cedar Update

Cedar Lane Update

 https://cedarlaneschool.fcps.edu/

Twitter:  @CedarLaneHS

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Upcoming Dates:

Full Calendar:  https://cedarlaneschool.fcps.edu/news-events/calendar  (continuous updates)

3/4 SEL

3/5 TWD (Super Tuesday Elections)

3/6 Read Across America (Dr. Suess’ Birthday)

3/6 Late Bus Day:

  • Basketball Practice
  • eSports
  • Boxing Club
  • Club Cosplay
  • Compensatory Services

3/6 RTL 3

3/7 eSports Thursday

3/8 Basketball vs Quander

3/8 RTL 5

3/12 Email IEP Progress Reports

3/12 RTL 7

3/13 Late Bus Day

  • Basketball Practice
  • eSports
  • Boxing Club
  • Club Cosplay
  • Compensatory Services

3/14 eSports Thursday

3/14 Gym Dedication Ceremony - “The Tom Lundy Gymnasium” 3:00 pm

3/14 RTL 2

3/14 Dog Therapy

3/15 Basketball vs Accotink

3/18 SEL

3/19 Fire Drill

3/20 Late Bus Day

  • Basketball Practice
  • eSports
  • Boxing Club
  • Club Cosplay
  • Compensatory Services

3/21 eSports Thursday

3/22 Quarter 3 Ends

3/22 Dress for Success Fashion Show

3/22 RTL Stay Put

3/25-29 Spring Break

4/1 TWD - No School

4/2 Staff Development - No School

Reminder: March 5th Presidential Primary No School

The Fairfax Board of Elections has requested that schools be closed on Tuesday, March 5, to accommodate the administration of the 2024 presidential primary election.  Cedar Lane is a voting location.  

As a result, March 5 will be a school holiday for students and a virtual School Planning Day. Central offices and school offices will remain open. SACC will remain open, as it does on other professional work days.  

Yearbook Sales have started

Yearbooks are now on sale! $35 for 72 pages of full color fun! Remember the good times we had this year- Spirit week, Thanksgiving meal, field trips to Udvar Hazy and the Zoo, and after school clubs and sports- help your student remember all that fun! We try hard to include everyone in the yearbook, so even if your student just got here, they will probably be in it. Order at   , ID Code 14579624 or send Ms. Blakemore a check payable to Cedar Lane or cash.

Family Webinar – Understanding High School Mathematics Course Offerings

How can students participate in mathematics throughout high school in a way that is relevant to and supportive of post-secondary and career interests?

During this virtual session, mathematics graduation requirements and how to support students in navigating the various course offerings currently available in FCPS will be discussed.

Students and their families may start thinking about what course pathways are available beginning in middle school. Join us to learn more.

March 8, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register for Understanding High School Mathematics Course Offerings

Presented by Jennifer Allard FCPS High School Math Specialist and Erin Sylves FCPS Math Specialist. Questions? Contact the Family Resource Center: 703-204-3941 or frc@fcps.edu

 

Help Support Cedar Lane School

https://educatefairfax.app.neoncrm.com/forms/cedar-lane-campaign 

Cedar Lane is a Public Day High School serving students receiving special education services in grades 9 through 12. The mission of Cedar Lane is grounded in Excellence, Equity and Opportunity  and we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. We are dedicated to creating a learning environment that is inclusive, supportive, and challenging for all students.

Cedar Lane School is not a “traditional high school”, therefore is not privileged to the funding, opportunities or supports that other high schools have. Cedar Lane believes that every child should have equal experiences and opportunities and it is OUR MISSION  to provide our students with a nurturing and empowering high school experience, where they can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.

Your contribution will go a long way in making a tangible difference in the lives of our students and staff. Here are just a few examples of how your donation can create a lasting impact:

  1. After School Activities and Enrichment Programs: Please help support our ESPORTS program at Cedar and the Cedar Lane Boxing Club. We believe in the power of extracurricular activities to broaden our students' horizons and develop their talents. However, due to financial constraints, we are unable to offer a wide range of enriching programs. We would like to offer after school tutoring, coding club, and a host of other experiences.  By contributing to our campaign, you can help us provide opportunities for our students to explore their interests and discover new passions.
  2. Prom, Graduation and Senior Trip: Cedar Lane is a small school, but we want our seniors to have a memorable graduation and prom here at Cedar Lane. Like other high schools, we would also like to offer our seniors a senior trip. Your donation could help us make these experiences possible and amazing for our students. 
  1. Cedar Corner -  This year, Cedar Lane started a food pantry and clothing closet for our students with the support of the Young Men’s Service League and Food for Others.  Donations to our campaign will help to keep our pantry stocked with clothes and food and help purchase items that may not be provided. 
  1. Educational Field Trip Experiences and  Resources: With limited funding, we struggle to provide our students with experiences outside of Cedar Lane and the up-to-date technology, and classroom supplies they need. Your donation will enable us to enhance their learning experiences and provide them with life changing opportunities to explore and engage in exhibitions of learning.
  1. Building Wide Positive Behavior Support System-Cedar Lane has a PBIS system, in which students are able to earn rewards for positive behavior and choices. Your donation can help support the PBIS program at Cedar Lane, as the students thrive with this intervention.
  1. Beautification: Throughout the year we want to enhance the look/features of our building.  Funds are needed to beautify the grounds and to ensure our students are proud to walk into Cedar Lane on a daily basis.  Your donation could help keep the outside learning space clean and garden a usable space, the grounds nice and clean, and offer the opportunities to purchase up to date benches and furniture for our building.

No donation is too small, and every contribution counts. Your generosity will not only change the lives of our deserving students but also contribute to the betterment of the entire Fairfax community. On behalf of Cedar Lane,  I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your consideration and support. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of our children and empower them to achieve their dreams. Thank you for being a beacon of hope and inspiration in our community. Please use the link above or  below to Support Cedar Lane School.

                                            https://educatefairfax.app.neoncrm.com/forms/cedar-lane-campaign

 

Academy Open House Schedule

Cedar Lane students can attend various Academy courses.  Interested in nursing, fashion, construction, criminal justice, and other technical and specialized courses? Our FCPS Academies are where you can explore your career interests and get hands-on training. Find out more at our upcoming open house events:ACADEMY & SPECIALIZED PROGRAM OPEN HOUSES Fairfax County School of Practical Nursing: TBDFairfax County Firefighting Program: March 4Learn more at http://bit.ly/3BGIvNP or visit fcps.edu and search for “Academies and Specialized Programs.”

Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps and Learning Programs 

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

CTE programs are available for grade 6-11 students to explore CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. IFTA allows students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education 9, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage to register.

Summer Learning

Programs are also available for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement, earn a high school course credit via this summer’s online campus program, or recover one high school course credit through the Credit Recovery Academy

FCPS’ free online class for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) provides FCPS middle and high school English Learners the opportunity to continue developing their academic, reading, and writing skills in online discussions with an ESOL teacher. 

Find session dates, registration links, and registration deadlines on FCPS summer programs.