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 Dear Cardinal Families,
Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes a season filled with new beginnings and exciting learning opportunities! In this newsletter, I want to highlight two important things:
Celebrating Our Diverse Community
At Cunningham Park Elementary, we embrace the rich tapestry of cultures and backgrounds that make up our student body. Throughout the year, we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances. To ensure all students feel included and supported, we encourage families to contact their child's teacher regarding accommodations. This may include adjustments around lunch, prayer/meditation spaces and times, or even modifications in classroom instruction. We believe in fostering an environment where all students feel comfortable expressing their unique traditions and beliefs.
Your Voice Matters: Family Engagement Survey
Earlier this week, you might have received an email with the FCPS Family Engagement Survey from K12 Insight, an independent research firm. Your participation in this survey is crucial!
By taking a few minutes to answer the questions, you provide valuable feedback that helps us shape practices to better support our students. Your insights will help us strengthen the partnership between your family and our school, ultimately creating the best possible learning environment for all.
Warmly,
Allison Hoak, Principal
Jon Kemmerer, Assistant Principal
🏆Nominations for the 2023-2024 SEPTA Excellence Awards are open now!
A Special Education PTA (SEPTA) is a PTA organization affiliated with the State and National PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families.
From the beginning, Fairfax County SEPTA has believed in the importance of recognizing the outstanding FCPS teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, specialists, students, and schools that go above and beyond to support students with disabilities in our schools. To celebrate these dedicated professionals, an annual awards ceremony is held. Show your children’s educators your appreciation by nominating them for an award!
Enter nominations online now through March 17, 2024.
✨Reminder about Medication
Please do not send in medication with your child in their backpacks. If your child needs medication during the school day, you will need to come in to provide your child the medication or fill out a medication authorization form giving the school the authorization to dispense medication to your child. Thank you for helping to keep our school safe.
 Thursday, March 7: Rainbow Day - Students will wear a grade level assigned color to celebrate diversity.
- PreK, Preschool, PAC, - Pink
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K - Red
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1st - Yellow
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2nd - Orange
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3rd - Green
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4th - Blue
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5th - Purple
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6th - Black
Friday, March 8: Drop Everything and Dance - Students will participate in a dance party at the end of the school day.
💵Do You Know Where FCPS Funding Comes From?
The majority of FCPS funding is requested from the Fairfax County government, which generates its revenue from real estate and personal property taxes. The Commonwealth of Virginia provides the next largest source of revenue to FCPS through state aid and sales tax. The rest of the funding comes from a variety of sources, including federal aid and tuition for non-county residents. (The numbers above represent the FY 2025 proposed school operating fund in millions.)
FCPS does not have the authority to impose taxes and may only charge fees where the Commonwealth of Virginia has granted specific authority. Learn more about FCPS’ FY 2025 Advertised Budget.
🎤 Join a Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
A community conversation addressing the opioid crisis within Northern Virginia and Fairfax County Public Schools will be held Wednesday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Please enter through Door #14.
All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.
This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed is suitable for students in grades 6-12. Together as a community, we aim to explore collaborative strategies to minimize the impact of these harmful and too-often fatal substances.
Language interpretation services are available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed. Learn more about the event and register online.
Kindergarten Orientation
The date and time of our Kindergarten Orientation has changed and will be earlier! We are excited to host our rising kindergarteners and their families on Tuesday, April 2nd from 1:00-2:00 pm.
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.
💻 Try Online Registration
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Contact our registrar at njmadariaga@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
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💜 Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families
Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students.
Purple Up! T-shirts are available for purchase through Friday, March 8
🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:
- Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Graham Road Elementary School.
- Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South County Middle School.
- Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Terraset Elementary School.
- Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Hybla Valley Elementary School.
- Thursday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Poe Middle School.
- Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School.
Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help FCPS plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
Additional Calendar Highlights
- School Planning Day | Student Holiday/No School, 3/5
- SEL Week, 3/4-3/8
- Quarter Ends, 3/22
- Spring Break, 3/25-3/29
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