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اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے۔
Stronger together
Dear Clearview Families,
Can you believe it? With just a few short weeks left in the school year, it's time to start thinking about those lazy summer days... but wait! Summer doesn't have to mean a break from learning! Here at Clearview, we see summer as a launchpad for continued growth and exploration.
Our students have accomplished so much this year, and we want to keep that momentum going. While summer should be a time for rest and relaxation, incorporating some fun and engaging learning activities can help prevent the "summer slide" and keep those young minds sharp.
Here are some ideas to spark your child's summer learning adventure:
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Embrace the Outdoors: Turn nature walks into scavenger hunts, identify local plants and animals, or have your child keep a journal of their summer explorations.
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Read, Read, Read! Visit your local library, build a family fort for reading adventures, or encourage your child to write their own stories.
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Get Creative: Explore art projects using everyday materials, practice writing with a summer journal, or build a mini-science lab at home.
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Learning Through Play: Board games can develop strategic thinking, card games build memory, and even cooking can teach valuable math skills.
We will also continue to share information about summer camps and on-line learning opportunities (like Tutor.com). Remember, learning can happen anywhere, anytime.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or compliments you may have. If you have seen a Clearview staff member going above and beyond, fill out an FCPS Cares here.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
 This week at Clearview: Splish splash! Our 6th graders soaked it up dunking teachers & admin in celebration of their achievements. Rainy adventures at Riverbend Park and students in outdoor learning making a hoppy discovery - finding a toad in the garden, observing pollinators in action & planting pumpkin seeds for the future!
☕Family Coffee ☕
Come and meet Clearview Librarian, Kari Kain and Lakisha Batts, and Herndon Fortnightly Librarian, Tiana Page. They will provide tips to support children’s love of reading and research. Enjoy FREE breakfast while learning about what Clearview and Herndon Fortnightly Libraries have to offer.
This is the final Parent Coffee of the 2023-24 school year! We hope you can make it!
Accepting Donations
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Clearview’s Community Service (after school) Club, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Herndon-Reston is accepting donations of the following items: Shampoo, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, tissues, deodorant, and other personal hygiene products. If you are willing and able to donate, please deposit the items in this box (pictured) that is located in our lobby. |
Items will be passed along to the Embry Rucker Community Shelter.
Kindergarten Release Policy for School Buses
As a reminder, Kindergarten students riding afternoon buses are to be met at the bus door and asked for by name by a parent, parent designee, guardian, or a responsible middle school or high school sibling. |
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Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Now Available on SIS ParentVUE (Grades 3-6)
FCPS students in grades 3-6 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported.
Results are now available for families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.
Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact your student’s teacher.
End-of-Year Medication Disposal Guidelines
All medications currently in the Health Room must be picked up by parents by June 12 at 3:00 pm. The parent or guardian must transport medications to and from school. Medicine not picked up by June 12 will be discarded.
An FCPS authorization form is required for any medicine kept at school and a new form is needed for each school year. Forms may be obtained from the school or on the FCPS School Health Services webpage. For additional information, call our School Health Aide, Stephanie Andrade, at 703-708-6010 or Public Health Nurse, Shannon Mansfield, at 571-373-0922.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow.
We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every student matters. If your child is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
Summer Camps and Learning Programs
Have you made summer plans for your child yet? Are you looking for a summer camp for your child with special needs?
The Family Resource Center has compiled information on summer camps including local options, camps for students with special needs (sorted by need), and camps for students experiencing grief or who have parents in the military.
Registration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.
Memorial Day Holiday
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
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Mental Health Awareness Month/Wear Green Day
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health conditions.
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Jewish American Heritage Month
May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
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Supporting Your Child's Success with Solpass
We at Clearview are dedicated to supporting our students in every way possible, and as SOL testing season is upon us, we want to highlight a valuable resource available to families: Solpass.org. This Virginia-based website provides engaging practice activities and review materials specifically aligned with the SOL tests in Math, Reading, Science and Social Studies for elementary, middle and high schoolers. Designed to supplement, not replace, classroom instruction, Solpass offers a convenient way to boost your child's confidence and support their learning journey at home. We are incredibly proud of the hard work and growth our students have demonstrated throughout the year, and we encourage you to utilize Solpass as a tool to further their success.
Keeping Students Safe and Savvy Online: Partnering for Success
The internet offers a vast world of exploration and connection for our Clearview Elementary students. From engaging research to fun games with friends, it's a valuable tool in their educational journey. But just like exploring a new park, we want to ensure our students have the skills and knowledge to navigate it safely.
At Clearview, we weave digital citizenship lessons into our curriculum, fostering critical thinking and responsible online behavior. However, open communication at home is equally important. NetSmartz (https://missingkids.org/netsmartz/home) provides excellent resources to help you have age-appropriate conversations with your child about internet safety.
Many popular platforms students enjoy prioritize safety as well. Take Roblox, for instance, which offers robust parental controls. Explore these settings together with your child to establish boundaries and monitor activity (https://corporate.roblox.com/parents/).
Remember, the goal is to empower your child to make responsible choices online. By working as a team – parents, students, and Clearview Elementary – we can create a safe and enriching digital experience for our future generation of web explorers.
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Important Dates
- 5/22 Family Coffee, 9am, Cafeteria
- 5/27 No School (Memorial Day Holiday)
- 6/7 Field Day
- 6/11 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, Herndon Middle School, 6pm
- 6/12 DIsmissal at 1:35 pm for the Last Day of School!
Mark your calendars
- May 22 (Wed.): Clearview Parent Coffee at 9 a.m. in the cafeteria
- May 22 (Wed.): Last Spirit Night at Charcoal Kabob on 394 Elden Street
- June 7 (Fri.): Clearview Field Day
Joins us at Charcoal Kabob on Wednesday, May 22
Our last spirit night of this school year is next week on Wednesday. Enjoy lunch or dinner at Charcoal Kabob at 394 Elden Street in the Sprouts/LA Fitness shopping center. Be sure to mention Clearview and we’ll get 15% of your order.
Congratulations to our newly elected 2024-25 PTA Board
President Yhanni Durdin-James: As a former early childhood educator and homeschooling parent, Yhanni is an active participant in the classroom, frequently volunteering her time. Yhanni has four children at Clearview: Judah (fifth grade), Nali (first grade), Echo (first grade), and Amanu (Pre-K). Her primary goal for the upcoming school year is to increase parent social engagement effectively and to further advocate for the needs of both students and teachers.
- President-Elect Ping Pan: Ping has been part of the Clearview PTA since 2021. Ping has three children at Clearview: Olivia (sixth grade), Edwin (third grade), and Bella (first grade). She is a product executive for a technology consulting company and is passionate about mentoring college graduates entering the workplace. Ping is also an active volunteer with Girl Scouts.
- Treasurer Erin Sager: Erin has been an active volunteer with the Clearview PTA for the past five years. Erin’s son, Henry (fourth grade), has attended Clearview since preschool. Erin previously served as the Treasurer for the Old Dominion Alumnae Club of Alpha Gamma Delta.
- VP of Events Erin Ruark: A former kindergarten teacher, Erin has been a parent at Clearview since 2016 and actively fulfilled many “behind the scenes” PTA volunteer roles. She has three kids at Clearview: Abbey (fifth grade), Anna (fourth grade), Amelia (second grade), as well as a middle schooler and preschooler. She’s excited to keep our PTA event traditions going strong and create new ones to enjoy.
- VP of Fundraising Brian Kelley: Brian has been part of the PTA for many years, as a past President and most recently the VP of Fundraising. He has one child at Clearview, Alexandra (fourth grade), and a preschooler. He’s a communications executive at a firm that supports the federal government, local school systems, and global technology organizations.
- Secretary Amanda Robson: A Clearview alumni herself, Amanda has one child at Clearview, Brock (first grade), and a preschooler. Amanda has a background in graphic design, visual communication, and illustration and is the Art Director for a multimedia production group in the DC area.
- President Emeritus Christine Graham: Christine has been part of the PTA for the past five years, first as a volunteer and then as Secretary, VP of Fundraising/Events, and most recently President. She’ll remain on the board to help all the new board members in their roles. Christine has a fourth grader and a second grader at Clearview. She’s a marketing executive for a government contractor.
Thank you to our financial audit committee volunteers
Each summer, a small committee of three volunteers meets to review a sample of the PTA’s financial records and meeting minutes. Thank you to Michelle Ratto, Kati Andresen, and Jenna Chaojaroen for stepping up for this easy, but important, task!
Thank you to our 2024 Clearview 5K, Fun Run, & Community Walk Sponsors!
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Stay connected
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In case you missed it, our latest PTA monthly newsletter is posted on our PTA website where you’ll also find announcements, calendars, sign-up forms, and more! When you “sign up” at PTBoard, you’ll also receive announcement emails and newsletters.
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Reach out anytime at ClearviewElementaryPTA@gmail.com.
We’re here for you!
Your Clearview PTA Board: Christine Graham (president), Nakisha Dixon (treasurer), Ryan Herb (secretary), Amana Katora (head of programs), and Brian Kelley (head of fundraising).
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