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Stronger Together
Dear Clearview Families,
We are thrilled to see our students back in the classroom, eager to learn and grow. Our dedicated teachers and staff are committed to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment where every child can reach their full potential.
As we move forward, we encourage you to stay connected with us through our website, Facebook, Instagram, Talking Points, events, and parent-teacher conferences. Your involvement is essential in supporting success here at school and in the future.
We hope to see you at tonight’s PTA Back to School Picnic from 6-8PM!
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
✔️ Parent/Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?
We understand that the multiple school forms caregivers receive during the first weeks of school can feel overwhelming, but each one helps set your child up for a successful school year! If you do not have a SIS ParentVUE account, please contact the front office for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
📋 Permission Forms
Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. See how to use the tool.
Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Monday, September 30.
FCPS High School Students Hosting Math Night at Clearview!
Please join us on Tuesday, October 1 for a fun and engaging Math Night hosted by FCPS High School students (!!!) from Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology and Centreville, Fairfax, and Chantilly High Schools! Explore exciting booths led by high school students, featuring hands-on activities that bring math concepts to life including: Probability Carnival games,math relay races, number line hopscotch and more!
***Food and drinks will be available in addition to small prizes!
***Buses will be provided to and from Berkdale Apartments.
Families: Please let Assistant Principal, Rachel Charlton, know if you or your middle-school aged child is interested in volunteering.
Dot Day- Monday, September 16
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Celebrate International Dot Day this Monday, Sept 16 by wearing any kind of dots on your clothes. If you do not have polka dots on your clothes, lines will work too because "lines are dots that go on walks." |
Dot day is a celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration as well as a reminder to encourage young learners to explore their imagination.
Don't forget to wear your DOTS!
Let’s celebrate how one dot, one mark can lead to incredibly creative and imaginative works of art.
Bike Helmets Save Lives
In Fairfax County, Virginia, the code (law) for bicycle helmets states that anyone under 15 years old must wear a protective helmet while riding or being carried on a bicycle. Wearing a helmet can protect against head injuries, facial breaks, abrasions, and some concussions. |
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Special Diets
Did you know that FCPS does not provide meals containing pork? Also, did you know that we offer vegetarian and vegan options for lunch at every school, every day? If your student needs pork-free or vegetarian meals (which do not contain meat, poultry, or fish but may contain dairy and/or eggs), you do not need to fill out a Dietary Accommodation form, as we have those options available at all schools. Please note that while FCPS is not a peanut-free kitchen, our peanut butter products are individually wrapped to prevent cross-contamination.
Does your child require a dietary substitution or accommodation? If so, please click on one of the options below:
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- Medical Dietary Accommodation Form
- This form is for Medical Accommodations such as food allergies, texture modifications, or other dietary needs.
- This form requires a signature from a state-licensed healthcare provider.
- Medical Discontinuation Form
- This form is to be filled out only if your student currently receives accommodations and no longer needs specialized menus.
- Requires a parent and/or guardian signature.
- Milk Substitution Form
- This Form is for Students who cannot drink cow's milk and need a milk substitute.
- The milk substitutes offered at this time are oat milk and lactose-free milk.
- Requires a parent and/or guardian signature.
🍽️Fueling Student Success: New Food Options Cooked up at FCPS
Students will have more than a dozen new options for lunch and breakfast in school cafeterias starting this week. New menu items were either favorites at last year’s food show — including Korean BBQ wings, sweet Thai chili wings, chicken tikka masala, and barbacoa street tacos — or were tested with student focus groups and tastings.
View Clearview’s school menu to see all the new options and when they will become available.
Early Release Mondays:
Planning for Your Child's Day
Please help us by clicking on the link below. As you know, FCPS has implemented seven Early Release Mondays throughout the 2024-25 school year. The first one is scheduled for Monday, September 23.
While we understand that early release may pose childcare challenges for some families, we've implemented measures to provide supervised activities for students who need them.
We encourage parents and caregivers to plan accordingly, complete the Early Release Mondays form to indicate their childcare needs, and utilize the available support options.
*Please note, the 3-hour early release Monday that was originally scheduled for November has been moved to December 9.
🤒 When a Student Should Stay Home From School
Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.
Help your child succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your child stays home if they are sick. Visit FCPS’ website for information on when to keep your child at home.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher so that support can be provided if needed. Also, keep an open line of communication with your school's public health staff.
Read about how families can help form good attendance habits. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
Walk & Roll to School
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Walk & Roll to school day will be on Wednesday, October 9th. Walk & Roll to School Day events connect with many issues that communities care about, like creating safer and more walkable routes to school; building a sense of community or school spirit; and inspiring families to use their feet for the school commute more often. Please consider joining us as we work towards living a healthier and safer lifestyle! |
Advanced Academic Programs Meeting
Interested in learning more about the Advanced Academic Programs in FCPS at Clearview Elementary?
Holly Hill, Clearview’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) will be hosting a meeting for all parents and guardians of students in grades K-6. She will provide an overview of the AAP Continuum of Services we provide to our students and the Full-time AAP screening process.
Clearview Cafeteria, October 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
You can also learn more information from the Advanced Academic Programs Fall Newsletter linked here.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. |
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Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions.
The next event is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Newington Forest Elementary School. Click on the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
 🔍 Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity
FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.
Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites their child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.
Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
Sign Up For Parent VUE
Establishing a ParentVue account is essential for staying connected to your child’s education. This online portal provides parents with real-time access to important information and tools such as grades, Schoology, Hear Comes the Bus, class schedules and much more. By creating a ParentVue account, you'll gain valuable insights into your child's academic progress and be able to partner with FCPS in supporting their success. Click HERE for more information.
Parental/Guardian Digital Consent
To ensure a smooth start to the school year, please complete the required online Parental Digital Consent form. This important document outlines necessary permissions for your child's participation in various FCPS approved instructional software. By completing the form, you'll be granting your child access to essential educational resources and opportunities. Click HERE for more information.
Talk to your student about their Digital Footprint
In today's digital age, it's crucial for parents to understand the concept of a digital footprint. Every online action, from posting photos to commenting on social media, contributes to a child's digital identity. This online presence can have long-term implications for their personal and professional lives. Open and honest conversations about online safety, privacy settings, and responsible digital citizenship are essential. By guiding children in making informed decisions about their online activities, parents can help them build a positive digital reputation while protecting their personal information. Click HERE for more information.
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- September 16 Dot Day
- September 18 PTA Meeting, 7 PM, Library and Zoom link
- September 23 3-hour Early Release Monday
- September 26 Kindergarten Walking Field Trip
- October 1 Math Night
- October 3 No school (Rosh Hashanah holiday)
- October 4 No school (Teacher work day)
- October 9 Walk and Roll to School Day
- October 10 Advanced Academics Program Meeting, 6PM, Cafeteria
 Mark your calendars
- Tues., Sept. 17: Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A North Point Village in Reston from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Wed., Sept. 18: First PTA Meeting of the year at 7 p.m. in the Clearview Library and on Zoom (link will be posted on PTBoard)
- Mon., Oct. 7: Read-A-Thon begins
- Thur., Oct. 24: PTA Costume Bingo in the Clearview cafeteria from 6-8 p.m.
- View full calendar events on PTBoard
Eat More Chicken and Fundraiser for Field Trips
Our first Spirit Night Fundraiser is Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the North Point Village Chick-fil-A in Reston. We really should call it Spirit Day because the PTA will get a portion of your sales—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—as long as you mention the Clearview Elementary PTA Spirit Event or use the code JACKETS in your mobile order. Spread the word and tell your friends, family, and neighbors!
Read more books, go on more field trips The PTA aims to send every Clearview student on a field trip each year. To help with our fundraising efforts, we’re hosting a read-a-thon this fall starting on Monday, October 7. Our goal is for each student to read an extra 250 minutes as we aim to raise $7,500, which is about half way to our field trip fundraising goal for the year. Watch for more details coming very soon!
Join the PTA today
The PTA brings together families, teachers, and staff to talk about issues that are important to the school and our community. We raise money to fund field trips, host family-engagement events, and show support and appreciation to staff and teachers. Anyone can join the Clearview PTA. Sign up online with school code HA88NV (click here) or complete the paper form sent home in your child’s next Tuesday Folder. Membership is $10 for one-person or $15 per family. You can also donate $15 to sponsor another family or you can tell us if your family needs a free, sponsored membership.
Stay Connected
- Bookmark our PTA website where you’ll find announcements, calendars, sign-up forms, and more! When you “sign up” at PTBoard, you’ll also receive announcement emails.
- Attend our meetings on the third Wednesday of each month (September-May) at 7 p.m. They’re held in the school library (or sometimes at a local community center) and on Zoom.
- Join our Facebook Group: The Buzz: Clearview Elementary PTA (Herndon, VA). Be sure to answer the membership questions!
- Check your child’s Tuesday Folder for PTA flyers and forms.
We can’t wait to get to know you and your families!
Your 2023-24 Clearview PTA Board: Yhanni Durdin-James (President), Ping Pan (President-Elect), Erin Sager (Treasurer), Amanda Robson (Secretary), Erin Ruark (VP of Events), and Brian Kelley (VP of Fundraising). Reach out anytime at ClearviewElementaryPTA@gmail.com!
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