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Dear Cardinal Families,
On behalf of our entire school community, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to our exceptional School-Based Technology Specialist (SBTS), Dr. Keri Mina. Dr. Mina will be transitioning to a new role at the middle school level and we would like to take a moment to celebrate her invaluable contributions to our school.
Dr. Mina's dedication to fostering digital citizenship in our students has been truly remarkable. Under her guidance, our students have developed the critical skills they need to navigate the online world safely and responsibly. Her innovative programs and engaging lessons have empowered them to become responsible digital learners and citizens.
Furthermore, her leadership during the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic was nothing short of inspirational. Dr. Mina played a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth transition to virtual learning. Her expertise and tireless efforts provided a crucial support system for both students and teachers, enabling continued learning and connection during a difficult time.
Beyond her leadership, Dr. Mina has been a constant source of support for our teachers. Her unwavering commitment to their technological needs has empowered them to integrate technology effectively into their classrooms, fostering rich and engaging learning experiences for our students. We wish Dr. Mina all the very best in her future endeavors!
Dr. Mina's last day with us will be Friday, May 17th. We will begin the process to hire a new SBTS shortly.
Warmly,
Allison Hoak, Principal
Jon Kemmerer, Assistant Principal
📅Orthodox Good Friday/Teacher Work Day
Friday, May 3, is Orthodox Good Friday, and a teacher work day. Millions of Orthodox Christians commemorate Good Friday, also known as “Great Friday” to remember the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion. There will be no school for students that day. See the complete school year calendar.
🎨Family Fine Arts Night 🎼
We hope you join us this evening from 6:00-7:30 pm for a night of Art, Music, PE, Spanish, and Poetry!
Schedule of events:
- 6:00-6:30 Art Walk (Main Hallway & Art Room), Musical Ensemble by selected band students (Main Lobby), Jump Rope (Gym)
- Transition to the Cafeteria
- 6:30-7:30 Musical Recorder Ensemble, Strings Serenade, Poetry Slam, Spanish Songs (Cafeteria)
As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important for students to stay engaged, attend school, and finish strong! Visit the FCPS website for attendance resources.
➡️Class Placement for 2024-2025 School Year
Deadline: Friday, May 3rd
We will soon begin the class placement process for next year soon. Homeroom and Specials teachers spend much time reflecting on the school year and discussing your children with whom they have developed such close relationships; this work is both careful and thorough.
In making placements into the next grade’s homerooms, we seek to build positive communities rather than assigning students to a particular teacher, which would limit our ability to build effective classroom dynamics. We strive to create balanced classrooms and we take into account the many new students who will join us next school year. While we do believe that it is important for children to have friends in their class, we also want them to be open to forming new friendships while at school.
We invite parents to offer their perspective on friendships and on any unique needs your child has that we might not be aware of. Your input is optional, and teachers will not schedule conferences specifically to discuss placement. If you have information to share about your child that will assist us, please complete this form by Friday, May 3, 2024. Any requests received after this date will not be considered. Please do not make requests for specific teachers. If you have multiple children, please fill out one form for each child. Finally, we will take into account the information that you send us, but the final decision on class placement rests with our school team. Thank you for being mindful of our process and deadlines.
Lost and Found
Please have your child check our Lost and Found for missing items this week. To prevent lost items, please write your child's last name on all personal belongings.
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☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available
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.
Gently Used Spirit Wear
Has your child outgrown their CPES spirit wear? Is your child moving on to middle school? Are you wondering what you can do with your child's spirit wear? You are in luck! We will be collecting gently used Cunningham Park Spirit Wear to share with new families that move to our neighborhood during the school year and miss the opportunity to purchase. These donations will help new students feel more connected and create a sense of belonging for them. We will be collecting these items in the main office. Please drop them off anytime during the school day. Thank you!
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🏫Apply for Early Learning for Children Six Weeks to Four Years Old
The FCPS PreK and Early Head Start program is accepting applications for SY 2024-25. FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying income-eligible children ages six weeks to four years living in Fairfax County. Watch this video to learn more (also available in Spanish).
- Pre-K prioritizes children who turn 4-years-old by September 30 and also accepts applications for 3-year-old children.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools - Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood - and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Space is limited and based on income and educational risk factors, not first come, first served. Applications are accepted online, by email (fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu), or in person at FCPS’ Leis Center location in Falls Church. For questions about your application or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
📅SOL Testing Calendar
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Grade Level Test
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6th Grade Reading
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May 7
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5th Grade Reading
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May 8
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4th Grade Reading
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May 9
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3rd Grade Reading
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May10
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4th Grade Math
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May 14
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3rd Grade Math
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May 15
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5th Grade Science
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May 16
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6th/7th Grade Math
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May 17
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5th Grade Math
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May 21
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Additional Calendar Highlights
- Family Fine Arts Night, 5/1 6:00-7:30 pm
- Teacher Workday | No School, 5/3
- SOL Testing, 5/7 - 5/21
- Holiday | No School, 5/27
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