 It was a great week to welcome back our lions for the 4th quarter of the 2023 - 2024 school year. There is a LOT going on for the rest of the year. Please make attending school on time everyday a priority for your family. Students are expected to be in their classroom by 8:15 AM each day. We miss your child when they are absent or tardy! Check out FCPS attendance information here.
Congratulations to our students who have recently competed in regional chess competitions and been so successful! Thank you for bringing in your trophies so we can highlight your accomplishments with the school!
This month is the Month of the Military Child! Lemon Road was proudly awarded the Purple Star designation this fall. The designation is awarded to schools that have demonstrated their commitment to meeting the needs of military-connected students and their families. Thank you to those families for your service and support. We are so happy to have you as a part of our Lemon Road community for as long as you are here. April 17th is Purple Up! Day, please join us in wearing purple to honor our military families.
This week was National Assistant Principal Week! Thank you to Ms.Ulsh for all you do at Lemon Road!
Parent Reminders:
 A solar eclipse is happening tomorrow afternoon, April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon and one that requires important safety reminders. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes.
At Lemon Road, we plan to provide donated approved eyeglasses from the National Science Foundation so all students and staff can safely view the eclipse. Some classes will go out after 2 PM to view the early phases of the eclipse, however the peak will occur around 3:20, after our dismissal. Parents are also welcome to send in appropriate glasses if you have them for your child. Even with approved eyewear, if you prefer your child remain indoors between 2:00 and dismissal, please email your child's teacher before noon tomorrow.
Here are some important reminders:
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Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce it at home.
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Regular sunglasses are not good enough. We will be providing eyewear that has been approved for viewing.
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Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m., and ends around 4:32 p.m. Please remind your child that they cannot look at the sun during dismissal without protective eyewear.
For more details, visit the FCPS Solar Eclipse webpage.
Every Lemon Road student is working towards mastery of Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes. This year, our goal is that all students will help curate a portfolio of artifacts demonstrating their growth in one or more attributes. To find out more about the POG attributes, join us at POG Night on Thursday, April 11 - the theme for the night is "POG Heist". This event will be a fun and interactive way for families to learn about and celebrate the Portrait of a Graduate attributes through games, challenges, and other activities.
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The PTA Spring Fair will be on April 20th from 10-3. We will have inflatables, a climbing wall, food trucks, games, a bake sale and more as well as our Roaring Raffle! Flyers came home in folders this week. Adults and children 4 and under attend for free but all school aged children need a bracelet to attend - buy your bracelets now at the pre-sale price of $20 and please consider volunteering with the event - this is a big one and needs a lot of volunteers to make it happen!!
- Our April PTA Meeting will be on April 17th and will feature Ms. Burke discussing literacy at LRES and library events over the summer and Mrs. Norton talking about upcoming Art shows and opportunities at Lemon Road. This meeting will be fully virtual.
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Staff & Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lemon Road from May 6-10th. More information will be shared soon but if you have a student who loves to make friendship bracelets we will be collecting bracelets made for the staff by students from April 15th!
Nominations are open for the 2024 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1st, 2024. The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.
Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website
Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test? FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:
- “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
- “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student
Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.
Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.
Monday, April 8: A Week; Wear Green to represent Global & Ethical Citizen; SCA Meeting; Kindergarten Zoo Trip; Solar Eclipse 2:04 - 4:32 (Peak at 3:20 PM)
Tuesday, April 9: Wear Blue to represent Creative & Critical Thinking
Wednesday, April 10: School Holiday - Happy Eid!
Thursday April 11: Wear Purple to represent being Goal Directed; Grade 5 IRW Assessment; PALS Dog Visit; Family Night at Lemon Road with Portrait of a Graduate events (5:30 - 7:00)
Friday, April 12: Grades 3 & 5 Field Trip to The Alden; PTA Board Meeting
Monday, April 15: B Week; Grade 5 Field Trip to Luray Caverns; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00-10:30)
Wednesday, April 17: Purple UP Day: Celebrating our military students; PTA General Meeting (virtual)
Thursday, April 18: Marshall Pyramid Art Show 6 - 8 pm
Friday, April 19: 👕POLO Day; Caccavale/Doble Probability Fair
Saturday, April 20: 🌸LRES PTA Spring Fair
Monday, April 22:A Week; Earth Week - Wear Green
Tuesday, April 23: Earth Week - Wear Blue; Grade 6 Kilmer MS Field Trip
Wednesday, April 24: Earth Week - Wear White
Thursday, April 25: Earth Week - Wear Red; Level IV Advanced Academics Open House 6 pm
May 6-10th: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Calendar for 2023-24 School Year (for a printable version)
Calendar for 2024-25 School Year (for a printable version)
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