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Clermont News
- Yearbook Sale
- April is the Month of the Military Child
- Spring SOL Testing
- Upcoming Edison Pyramid Theatre Productions
PTA News
- International Festival Interest Survey
- 3rd and 4th Grade Math Night Tuesday April 16th
- 🏆April Soaring Eagle Nominations NOW OPEN!
Military Family News
- Virtual Webinars from the Military Child Education Coalition
Calendar
 On Monday, all students and staff had the opportunity to safely witness the solar eclipse. A very special thank you to incoming Clermont parent, Mrs. Hyde, for facilitating the generous donation of eclipse safety glasses from the National Science Foundation!
Yearbooks are on sale NOW. Place your order today! Yearbooks may be ordered online at www.barksdalestorefront.com.
Yearbook Access Code: 0036778YB
Order forms were also sent home with students this week. Orders must be placed by April 29th.
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During the month of April we will honor our military connected students in the following ways:
- During “Military Monday” news show segments, students will share their thoughts about military life.
- Military connected students will engage in a lesson about the Remarkable Farkle McBride which focuses on GRIT, coping with challenging feelings and flexibility.
- A poster showcasing our students will be on display.
- On Purple Up Day, Wednesday, April 17th, students and staff are encouraged to wear purple. A “clap off” parade will be held honoring military connected students.
- Administration will honor students with a certificate of appreciation.
Please reach out to pmtreger@fcps.edu or tvelishka@fcps.edu with any questions.
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April is the Month of the Military Child. Wear purple next Wednesday, April 17th to show your support! |
 Twinning in Kindergarten.
Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 will take place during the month of May. Specific grade level testing dates are below. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible.
SOL Testing Schedule
3rd Grade
- May 7: Reading
- May 14: Math
4th Grade
- May 7: Reading
- May 14: Math
5th Grade
- May 9: Reading
- May 16: Science
- May 22: Math
6th Grade
- May 8: Reading
- May 15: Math
Mark Twain Middle School and Thomas Edison High School's theatre departments both have kid-friendly productions coming up. Check out the details below. (You might even see some former Clermont Eagles among the casts!)
Mark Twain Middle School Presents:
Frozen Jr
Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee
April 18-19, 7:00 pm
April 20th, 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Mark Twain Cafetorium, 4700 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310
Twain Theatre Website
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Thomas Edison High School's Edison Theatre Company Presents:
The Addams Family
a New Musical Comedy
May 1-2, 7:00 pm
May 4, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Thomas Edison High School Auditorium, 5801 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310
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Your Family is Invited to Visit our "Family"!
Special offer for elementary and middle school families: 50% off your ticket purchase for May 1 or 2!
- Go to edisontheatrecompany.org
- Scroll down to “Click here” to purchase tickets.
- Select the May 1 or May 2 performance.
- Choose your ticket options and number of tickets.
- Enter code “FutureEagle” in the promotion field at check-out for 50% discount (for up to 6 tickets).
- Feel free to print at home or save the tickets to your device for when you attend the show!
DISCOUNT OFFER does not apply to Sat. May 4 performances but tickets are available
The Clermont PTA would like to gauge interest in an international festival scheduled for Friday, May 17th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. It will be a fun and educational experience celebrating the diverse cultural backgrounds that make up our wonderful Clermont Community! There will be opportunities to pre-order food from food trucks for dinner and dessert.
We’re also seeking families to share about their culture. Families can contribute by hosting their own country display table, leading a performance or demonstration, and/or participating in a fashion show. Families can also support the event by volunteering to help with set-up or clean-up.
Please answer a quick 3-minute survey no later than Friday, April 12th. https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7775322/International-Festival-Interest-Survey
We will contact families by email or SignUp Genius for additional details and to confirm participation. Questions can be directed to vpenrichment@clermontpta.org.
 Join the Clermont PTA on Tuesday, April 16th at 5:30 pm for their final math night of the year, this time featuring math stations for our 3rd and 4th grade students! Clermont students will enjoy 10 different stations of grade-appropriate and fun activities. Once all 10 are completed, they receive a math prize!
Please note that this is not a drop-off event and a parent/guardian will need to stay with their student onsite during the event.
To get a sense of attendance, please RSVP if you plan to attend:
Register for 3rd & 4th Grade Math Night
We need volunteers to support this event!
Volunteer Sign-Up for 3rd & 4th Grade Math Night
Has a Clermont teacher or staff member gone above and beyond to make your child's day better and brighter? Nominate them for the PTA Soaring Eagle Award! 🏆
Every month, we celebrate Clermont Elementary School’s incredible teachers and staff who make a significant difference in the lives of our students. Let's celebrate the Clermont teachers and staff who make our school community shine! Nominations for the April award are due by April 30th.
Nominate Your Soaring Eagle Here!
For more information, visit the PTA Website or contact Diane Lundin at soaringeagles@clermontpta.org.
Congratulations to March Soaring Eagle, Joseph Gayl!
 Sixth graders practice opening combination locks during middle school transition lessons with the counselor.
Ups and Downs of Being a Military-Connected Child: While military-connected children encounter challenges associated with the military lifestyle, there are also benefits experienced growing up in a military household. Join us as we share strategies and resources to support your child on this journey. This program is sponsored by the Navy Child and Youth Programs
Date: Tuesday, April 16
Time: 12:00 pm
Registration: Ups and Downs of Being a Military-Connected Child Webinar Registration
Establishing Screentime Boundaries: Technology is all around us and left to their own devices, children will spend endless hours in front of a screen. At the same time, the ability to stay connected is a key benefit for military kids. Join us as we share practical tips for developing healthy screen time habits for your children. This program is sponsored by the Air Force School Liaison Program
Date: Wednesday, April 17
Time: 12:00 pm
Registration: Establishing Screentime Boundaries Webinar Registration
April 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math Night
April 17: Purple Up! Day
April 22-30: Passover
April 24: Theraveda New Year
May 3: Teacher Work day - No School
May 5: Orthodox Easter
May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
May 27: Memorial Day - No School
June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm
Calendar Spotlight - April
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