Monday, November 18 Early Release at 1:05pm
 There will be an early release at 1:05pm on Monday, November 18. Forms have been sent homes to families to indicate how and when students will get home that day. If you have not sent the form back yet, or have not checked in with your child's teacher, please do that as soon as possible!
🌋Science Spotlight
 This week, 5th graders started their Landforms unit in science. They began by learning about Earth's layers, and what causes the movement of Earth's tectonic plates. Check out this moment of students in Mr. Rosales' class observing a convection current in action!
đź‘•No Sale Yard Sale!
Join us for the No Sale Yard Sale on November 14 from 4:30 to 6:30pm! We will have all kinds of toys, clothes, and household items available. We hope to see you there!
🧚‍♀️Peter Pan and Wendy at EHS
Go see Edison High School’s Edison Theatre Company’s fall play, Peter Pan and Wendy. This show is newly adapted by Edison’s own director, Jeffrey Walker. Performances are on November 13th, 14th, and 15th at 7pm and November 16th at 2pm in the auditorium of Edison High School. Tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults when ordered ahead online.
There is also a special promotion for any rising Edison Eagles!! For the Wednesday and Thursday shows when ordering online, use the code: FutureEagle and take 50% off up to 6 tickets🎫
This is an especially great opportunity for our 4th graders who are reading excerpts from Peter Pan in their characters unit in Language Arts!
Tutoring Resources for Families
Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.
FCPS also partners 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, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.
đź“Ť Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month
As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.
Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
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Title I Family Compact
Cameron is a Title I School, which means we receive federal money to support equitable access to education for our students and community. Please read about our commitments and strategies for providing this support!
IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair
Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School.Â
The event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Register in advance.
2024 WIDA Alternate ACCESS Scores Available
2024 WIDA Alternate ACCESS scores are now available. Families can access score reports through SIS ParentVUE. If you do not have a ParentVUE account, your child’s score report will be provided by your school.
Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students
Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.
Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.
National Career Development Month
By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school. Based on the needs of the populations served, each school determines optional courses to be offered. Learn more about Academies and Specialized Programs.Â
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Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.Â
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National Family Engagement Month
This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.Â
FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.
Additionally, every school has a family liaison (Ms. Trupo!!) who will welcome and orient families, and help them understand the school's culture, policies, procedures, and practices. They can help connect families to resources in the community. Family liaisons might also assist a family in transitioning to a new school and encourage family-school partnerships to help ensure their student's success and healthy development.
If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives.Â
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No School Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day
Monday is a holiday and schools will be closed for students. Today, students celebrated Veterans Day by creating appreciation displays for those who have served.Â
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Important Dates
Nov 11: No School, Veterans Day
Nov 14: No Sale Yard Sale, 4:30-6:30pm
Nov 21: Family Thanksgiving Lunch
Nov 27-29:Â No School, Thanksgiving
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