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Dear Cardinal Families,
As we are already into the month of May, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the heart and soul of our school: our phenomenal teachers! This week, and every week, we celebrate their unwavering dedication to our students' success.
Our teachers are more than just educators; they are mentors, cheerleaders, and champions for each and every child. They foster a love of learning, nurture young minds, and inspire them to reach for their full potential. It's their passion, creativity, and tireless efforts that truly propel our students on their journey of "Soaring to Success."
This Teacher Appreciation Week, let's shower our teachers with appreciation. Send a heartfelt note, express your gratitude, or simply say "thank you" for all they do.
Now, to keep our students soaring high, consistent school attendance is crucial. Every day in the classroom brings valuable learning opportunities, builds upon previous knowledge, and allows students to fully engage with their teachers and peers.
Remember, regular attendance is a key ingredient in our "Soaring to Success" recipe! By working together – teachers, parents, and students – we can ensure a successful finish to this school year and set the stage for an even brighter year ahead.
Thank you once again to our amazing teachers. Let's continue to support them and encourage our students to be present and engaged in the learning process. Together, we can create an environment where all students can soar!
Warmly,
Allison Hoak, Principal
Jon Kemmerer, Assistant Principal
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🚲👟🛴Bike, Walk, & Roll to School Day
This Wednesday, May 8 is Bike, Walk, & Roll to School Day! We encourage our students to bike, walk, or scooter to school! Our PTA will join us to cheer students on and hand out prizes.
Fun Fact: Bike Month has been celebrated since 1956 to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encourage more people to give biking a try. Fairfax County has an extensive network of both paved and natural surface bike trails. You can access a map to all the trails in Fairfax county online.
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🎺🎻Spring Concert 🎙️
Please join us on May 29th at 6:00 pm in the gym for our Spring Strings, Chorus, and Band Concerts.
- Performers need to arrive at 5:30.
- Strings students report to the cafeteria.
- Chorus students report to the art room.
- Band students report to the band room.
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📅SOL Testing Calendar
We began SOL testing this week. If your child is in grades 3-6, please ensure they arrive to school on time and have a good night's sleep. Thank you!
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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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Pyramid Event - Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS)
Date and Time: 05/21/2024 (Tue.) from 6:30PM - 8:30PM EDT
Location: Thoreau MS Cafeteria
Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS) is a community awareness program designed to enlighten parents through a unique learning experience encompassing insights into trends and indicators of potentially risky behavior.
We guide you through a presentation that opens your eyes to what is right in front of you. This program begins with a “show and tell” of “red flags” that can indicate risky behavior in teens. An educational portion follows that includes a PowerPoint presentation that touches on drug and alcohol use, vaping, mental health and behavioral concerns, risky sexual behaviors, trending "challenges," and more.
We include up-to-date statistics and local trends, and law enforcement officers will share their experiences they have had in our community identifying risky behaviors and helping to put kids on the right path to a healthy life.
Finally, we discuss how to open the door to communicating with your teens about risky behaviors and how to address issues that arise.
Registration is required, and seats are limited for this free event.
Please email MPO Meg Hawkins (FCPDHIPS@fairfaxcounty.gov) if you have any questions or if you want to set up a presentation for your organization, club, or group.
Additional Calendar Highlights
- SOL Testing, 5/7 - 5/21
- Bike, Walk, & Roll to School Day, 5/8
- Holiday | No School, 5/27
- Spring Concert 5/29 at 6 pm
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