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Dear Cardinal Families,
We are excited to announce a special week dedicated to celebrating Digital Citizenship at Cunningham Park Elementary. Next week, we will be hosting a Spirit Week (see below for the schedule) filled with activities and events designed to highlight the importance of digital citizenship and promote positive online habits. As a Common Sense School, we encourage all students to participate in these activities and to use this week as an opportunity to learn more about digital citizenship and how to be a responsible online user.
With your support, we can create a safer and more positive online environment for our students. If your child has a device at home, we ask that you monitor your child’s phone/iPad/device daily, and sometimes multiple times a day. This means reviewing who your child is texting, what pictures and videos your child is taking or receiving, and what websites your child is accessing. By doing so, you can help ensure your child's online safety and well-being.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in fostering digital citizenship.
Warmly,
Allison Hoak, Principal
Jon Kemmerer, Assistant Principal
No School
Reminder, there is no school on Monday, October 14 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
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Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Sports Day: represent your favorite sport to celebrate getting outside and moving
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Wednesday, Oct. 16 - Thoughtful Wednesday: wear a positive message to remind others that their words and actions online effect safety
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Thursday, Oct. 17 - Unity Day: wear orange to represent standing up to cyberbullying
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Friday, Oct. 18 - Pajama Day: wear your favorite PJs to remind yourself to NOT be lazy and approach all online sources with caution
Taking Off with Reading: A Parent's Guide to the Virginia Literacy Act
We are excited to invite you to a special literacy parent meeting on October 16 at 9:00 am in the cafeteria. This presentation will be repeated at an evening session on October 30 at 6:00 pm in the library. The purpose of this meeting is to provide you with valuable information about the Virginia Literacy Act and how it directly impacts your child's education. During the meeting, we will discuss the key components of the Act, including:
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Early Intervention and Support: Learn about the early identification and support strategies we have in place to help students who may be struggling with reading.
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Reading Instruction: Understand the evidence-based reading instruction methods we use to ensure all students develop strong literacy skills.
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Parent Involvement: Discover how you can actively support your child's literacy development at home.
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Preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences are a great opportunity to discuss your child's progress. To prepare, we are sharing the FCPS Family-Facing Curriculum. This website will outline what your child will be learning in each subject this year.
Even if you've already attended your Parent-Teacher conference, this is a valuable resource to reference throughout the year. With this information, you can stay informed about upcoming topics and find ways to support your child's learning journey at home!
Advanced Academic Full-Time Referral Deadline
The winter referral deadline for full-time advanced academic referral forms is December 15, 2024. More information and referral forms can be found here. Please contact Jenna Murgia, AART, at jlmurgia@fcps.edu with any questions.
📷Fall Picture Ordering
Parents, do you still need to order fall pictures? Strawbridge has a NEW Code Lookup Tool available for you to easily find your child’s pictures. If you child missed fall pictures, the makeup date is November 22. Simply follow the directions below.
- Step 1: Type Cunningham Park Elementary into the Search box, select VA, then click Search.
- Step 2: Choose Cunningham Park Elementary from the list.
- Step 3. Select Get Code next to the picture day you need the code for.
- Step 4: Enter your child’s Last Name and Student ID Number then click Search.
- Step 5: Click on the Student Code to access your child’s image gallery.
Questions?: Live Chat Online at www.strawbridge.net, or call (866) 624-6229, or email customerservice@strawbridge.net.
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🎻Musical Instrument Donation 🎺
A former Cardinal is working on a service project and collecting gently used instruments. If you have an instrument to donate, please drop it off in the main office. Thank you to the families and community member who have already donated instruments!
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💗FCPS CARES Program
This is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees who go above and beyond to help others and show they care about their students, colleagues, and the community. We invite you to submit a FCPS CARES to acknowledge the great work of a Cunningham Park Elementary employee or group of employees who should receive recognition.
Submit an FCPS CARES today!
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FCPS Information
🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:
Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
🍎Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers.
This School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. Also, new menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? Nutrition Services now has printable menus.
💉Safeway Immunization Clinics Available for All FCPS Students
Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:
- Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.
Elementary School Clinics
The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.
Middle and High School Clinics
FCPS is partnering with the health department to host immunization clinics at middle and high schools. Clinics will take place during the school day. Students may only participate in the clinic at the school where they are enrolled. Parental/caregiver consent is required for students to receive immunizations.
Please check the Immunization Resources page for clinic locations, dates, and how to submit a consent form.
Pyramid Information
Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS)
Thursday, November 7
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Madison High School
Link to RSVP
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.
Registration is required, and seats are limited for this free event. You must be 18 or older to attend and children are not allowed at this presentation. Please email MPO Meg Hawkins (FCPDHIPS@fairfaxcounty.gov) if you have any questions.
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