Panther Press for November 24, 2024

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving

Schools and offices will be closed November 27-29. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, December 2. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. 


Reminder: Parklawn Elementary School Boundary Study Community Meetings

The public is invited to provide input on the scope of a boundary study to address capacity challenges at Parklawn Elementary School. Two community meetings, one virtual and one in person, will be held during the next few weeks: 

  • Monday, November 25, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Virtual via Zoom – Register here. For virtual meetings, registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
  • Wednesday, December 11, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.In person - Parklawn Elementary School - Cafeteria, Door 1

Each meeting will include the same presentation and feedback opportunities. Language interpretation will be available at both meetings.

Additional information and a link to sign up for the Parklawn project email list are available on the Parklawn Boundary Study webpage. Communication about this ongoing work will also be shared by the school and your School Board representative, Dr. Ricardy Anderson.

Fairfax County Public Schools is also conducting a divisionwide review of school boundaries. The first set of community meetings for this larger effort will take place between mid-November and mid-December. The meetings for Parklawn Elementary School are separate from the divisionwide review. 


❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.


Snuggle Up and Read Night!

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Parklawn Elementary will host our annual Snuggle Up and Read Night on  Tuesday, December 10th, 2024, from 6:00-7:30. Wear your pajamas and join us for a fun night of reading with your family and friends. Parents can learn tips to help their child with reading and writing.  All children will choose a free book to take home.


Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health car

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Picture Retake Day is December 6

Picture retake day is Friday, December 6.

Any student who was absent on picture day or is new to Parklawn can have their picture taken.

Any student wishing a retake must bring their original portrait package to the camera and return it to the photographer.


Upcoming Dates

 

Monday, November 25: Virtual Parklawn Boundary Study Meeting 6:30-7:30 pm

November 27-November 29: Thanksgiving Break

Friday, December 6: Picture Retake Day

Tuesday, December 10: Snuggle Up and Read Night

Wednesday, December 11: In-person Parklawn Boundary Study Meeting (cafeteria) 6:30-7:30 pm

Thursday, December 12: December Family Market

December 21 - January 5: Winter Break

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