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Stronger Together
Dear Clearview Families,
Thank you to the families who shared their culture with us last night at Cultural Heritage Night. It was an amazing event and we learned so much! Thank you to the Family Engagement Committee for making this event available to our Clearview community.
We wish you a wonderful weekend.
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards Program
To submit a nomination for a Clearview ES Outstanding Employee, please visit this Google form. 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
Students in grades 1-6 received Interest Forms in Tuesday folders this week. To indicate interest, please check the appropriate box(es), print your child’s first and last name, and sign your name. Forms must be returned by Monday, October 21 if you would like for your child to be considered for participation. Students selected to participate will receive a permission slip which must be returned by Thursday, November 6.
***We are excited to announce that Clearview will be offering Club de Diversidad Cultural (Cultural Diversity Club) after-school on Tuesdays for students in grades 2-3. The club will be facilitated in Spanish and will explore different Latin American cultures through literature, art, food, games, music, and dance. Please send a Talking Points message to Assistant Principal Rachel Charlton if you would like for your child to be considered for this club. Or, if you have not yet turned in your Interest Form and you are interested in your child participating in Club de Diversidad Cultural, we invite you to write a note on the Interest Form.
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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Science Olympiad (grade 1-2) *This club is for students who love all things science.
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Club de Diversidad Cultural (Cultural Diversity Club) (grades 2-3) after-school on Tuesdays for students in grades 2-3. Explore different Latin American cultures through literature, art, food, games, music, and dance.
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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.
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!
Calling All Yellow Jackets to Join the Herndon Homecoming Parade!
We hope to see you at the Herndon Homecoming parade on November 9 at 9:30 AM in the town of Herndon. Students from all grades are invited to dress in yellow and black and march in the parade with sixth graders this year. Parade parking will be available in the municipal surface lot at Station Street and the Herndon Municipal Center lot in the Town of Herndon.
📑 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.
🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is hosting a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click on a date below to register:
Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
Digital Citizenship Week
Digital Citizenship Week is next week. Let’s make students' digital well-being a priority and 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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Next week is National School Bus Safety Week. It 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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Diwali (Friday, Nov. 1)
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🪔 We wish a fun Diwali to all celebrating! Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs & some Buddhists. The festival represents the symbolic victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. |
All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos
(Friday, Nov. 1)
This week we recognize those in our community observing All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos. For Catholics, All Saints Day (November 1) celebrates all those who are with God in Heaven, known and unknown. All Souls Day (November 2), known in Mexico and Latin America as Día de los Muertos, is a day of remembrance and prayer for all those who have died, especially for the souls who may be in purgatory. These special days are celebrated by Catholics, Anglicans, and some Protestants throughout the world. |
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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 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
- Thurs., Oct. 24: PTA Costume Bingo in the Clearview cafeteria from 6-8 p.m. (Volunteer or Pre-Orders)
- Mon., Nov. 1: Wild About Reading Read-a-thon ends (Register or Login)
- · Anyone can join the Clearview PTA. Sign up online with school code HA88NV (click here)
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