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Stronger Together
Dear Clearview Families,
We are more than halfway through the first quarter of the 24-25 school year and students continue to impress us. We notice acts of kindness each and every day and are grateful for every single Yellow Jacket! Thank you for sharing your children with us and for being part of our Clearview community.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
Congratulations to Mrs. Charlotte Orlando, Kindergarten Teacher
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Mrs. Orlando received the 2024 FCPS Individual Excellence Award on Wednesday evening at an in-person recognition event in honor of all FCPS Excellence Award recipients held at Fairfax High School..
This honor recognizes and celebrates Mrs. Orlando’s commitment to serve FCPS with the highest degree of dedication and professionalism. See below for information about nominating Clearview staff members for a 2025 Excellence Award.
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FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards Program
Nominations will be open on October 14 for the Outstanding Employee Awards. To submit a nomination for a Clearview ES Outstanding Employee, please submit the nomination through this Google form here. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category.) More information about the process can be found here.
After-School Clubs
We are excited to be offering a variety of clubs this coming winter for students in grades 1-6 beginning in January! Different clubs have different selection criteria depending on the club sponsor and/or funding source stipulation(s); meaning, students are selected via lottery for some clubs while others have a different selection process. Selection is via lottery whenever possible. Students in grades 1-6 will receive an Interest Form in Tuesday folders next week. Indicate interest by checking the appropriate box(es), signing your name. Interest Forms must be returned by Monday, October 21 if you would like for your child to be considered for participation. Below are eight clubs that will be offered during the eight-week winter session. We might be able to add more based on the number of parent volunteers. Contact Rachel Charlton to volunteer.
Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4
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INOVA Healthy Plate (grade 1)*This club is for students who did not participate in Healthy Plate in 23-24. *Students with food allergies are not able to participate.
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Math Skill Builder Club (grades 3-4) Relax and enjoy math games focused on strengthening grade-level math skills via playing different games.
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Graphic Design Club (Grades 4-6) *This club is for students who enjoy art and are interested in learning about graphic design.
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Science Olympiad (grade 1-2) *This club is for students who love all things science.
Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5
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Eco Club (grades 4-6) *This hands-on, outdoors club is for students who are interested in learning more about plants, animals, and insects in our environment.
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Math Olympiad Club (grades 3-4) *Math Olympiad promotes a fast-paced math problem-solving environment. Students will enjoy weekly competitions and team building exercises.
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Science Olympiad (grades 5-6) *This club is limited to current participants.
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Math Olympiad (grades 5-6) *This club is for students who love a good brain challenge and want to shine in math competitions!
All clubs end at 5:25 PM with the exception of Healthy Plate that ends at 4:45 PM. Super Snacks and bus transportation are provided for all clubs with the exception of Healthy Plate which serves food and requires parent pick-up at 4:45 PM.
📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
School Picture Day is Coming!
📅 Dates: Wednesday October 16th (K-6)
Thursday October 17th (preschool)
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132675#login
📸 Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email underclass@vosphoto.com.
🎤 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 a date below to register:
Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
Clearview ES Recognized as Common Sense School
We are excited to share that Clearview ES is officially recognized as a Common Sense School! Clearview is dedicated to teaching young people how to be safe, responsible digital citizens and we are thrilled to be recognized for this important work. Enjoy this video to learn more about it. |
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Yom Kippur
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Friday, October 11, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. There is school that day, but important events will not occur after school. See the complete school year calendar. |
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Cybersecurity Month and Digital Citizenship Week
October is Cybersecurity Month and Digital Citizenship Week is October 16 - 20. We are asked to make students' digital well-being a priority and connect families to digital inclusion & digital literacy learning opportunities. All materials and information are available on the Cybersecurity Month and Digital Citizenship Week Website. Contact our School Based Technology Specialist, Mike Newbold, with questions.
National School Bus Safety Week
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October 21-15 is National School Bus Safety Week is an active and evolving public education program and an excellent way for parents, students, teachers, motorists, school bus operators, school administrators, and other interested parties - to join forces and address the importance of school bus safety. Resources to share. |
National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.
Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student.
Disability History and Awareness Month
In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community. |
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 Fairfax County Public Schools Family Resource Center: A Supportive Hub for Families
The Fairfax County Public Schools Family Resource Center offers a variety of resources to help all families support their children's success in school. They provide free webinars and events, confidential consultations with professionals, and a lending library with over 10,000 resources. There are even resources specifically designed to help families of children with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Visit their website or call them today to learn more and get the support you need!
🔍 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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- October 14 No School (Indigenous Peoples Day)
- October 16 Picture Day (K-6); PTA Meeting, 7PM, Library and Virtual
- October 17 Picture Day (Pre K); International Night
- October 18 Unity Day (wear orange to support anti-bullying)
- October 24 Costume BINGO, 6-8PM, Cafeteria
- October 28 3-Hour Early Release
- October 31 2-Hour Early Release (Quarter End)
- November 1 No School (Diwali, Dia de los Muertos and All Saints Day)
- November 4 No School (School Planning Day)
- November 5 No School (Teacher Work Day)
- November 8 First Friday- Wear career or college gear!
- November 9 Homecoming parade, 9:30 AM, Town of Herndon
 Mark your calendars
- Mon., Oct. 7: Read-a-Thon starts
- Wed., Oct. 16: PTA Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Clearview Library and on Zoom (link will be posted on PTBoard)
- Thurs., Oct. 24: PTA Costume Bingo in the Clearview cafeteria from 6-8 p.m.
The Clearview Elementary PTA "Wild on Reading Safari" Read-a-thon is our donation campaign this year. Funds collected—via credit card, check, or cash—go toward funding field trips and supporting every student at Clearview Elementary.
During the month of October, we want every student to read (or be read to) an extra 250 minutes and also give their friends and family an opportunity to support them with donations. This year, we want to raise $7,500, which will be used to send every Clearview student on a field trip and support our school, and we need your help! We will communicate with you over the next few weeks to share news and updates and help your child become a Safari Reading Superstar. Look for info on Talking Points, in Tuesday Folders, and in News You Choose as well! Please help us reach our fundraising goal by supporting your student and Wald On Reading. This year, we are again using our mobile-friendly platform, which makes donating super easy. Amazing prizes are also available for every student who participates, making this event fun and engaging!
See you at Costume Bingo
Join us for this family-favorite annual event on Thurs., Oct. 24 from 6-8 pm in the cafeteria. Costumes are encouraged—including group and family costumes—but please make sure to leave any masks or weapons at home. We’ll play several rounds of bingo to win fun prizes, with breaks for the costume parade and 50/50 raffle drawing.
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Bake sale items and volunteers needed: Sign up here to donate items or volunteer.
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Skip the long lines and pre-order bingo cards and dinner: Place your food and bingo card pre-orders here by Tuesday, Oct. 22 (order form closes at 9 p.m.) Then pick up your items at the event.
o Whole Cheese Pizza $18.00
o Cheese Pizza Slice $2.00
o Hot Dog $3.00
o 10 Bingo Cards $9.00
Last Call for Spiritwear - Online shop closes Oct 13
Stay in-the-know with PTA meetings
Thank you to everyone who came to our first meeting in September. We had some technical difficulties for this first meeting but we will make sure we have Zoom up and running for the next one. You can view the links to the minutes and approved budget on our PTBoard website. If you haven’t already, be sure to “sign up” at PTBoard so you’ll receive all PTA emails.
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 are here for you!
Your 2024-25 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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