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Dear Cardinal Families,
As the days grow longer and the weather begins to warm, we are excited to remind you that Spring Break is here! Students will not have school from April 12-18 and will return to school on Monday, April 21, 2025.
We hope this time off provides a wonderful opportunity for your child to read, relax, and have some well-deserved fun with family and friends. Whether it's diving into a new book, enjoying outdoor activities, or simply spending quality time together, we encourage you to make the most of this break.
While we encourage relaxation and enjoyment, we also want to gently remind you that maintaining some routines can help ensure a smooth transition back to school. Getting enough sleep and perhaps setting aside some time for light reading can be beneficial.
Attendance remains a priority when we return. We have a lot of exciting learning planned for the remainder of the quarter, and every day of instruction is valuable. Please ensure your child returns to school on time ready to learn and engage with their classmates and teachers.
We wish you all a safe, happy, and rejuvenating Spring Break!
Warmly,
Allison Hoak, Principal
Jon Kemmerer, Assistant Principal
📖Unlock a World of Reading Fun with FREE State Literacy Resources!
Did you know our state offers a fantastic collection of literacy resources for families, and they're absolutely FREE? Whether you're a teacher looking for engaging materials, a parent wanting to support your child's reading journey, or a student eager to explore new books and activities, the state website has something for everyone. From helpful tips for reading at home to fun learning games and downloadable resources, these tools are available anytime, at no cost. Visit the Virginia Department of Education website today and discover a wealth of opportunities to foster a love of reading!
📅April 28, 2025 - 3 Hour Early Release
Another 3-hour early release will happen on Monday, April 28, 2025. Emails will be sent to each student's family after spring break reminding you of your selection for our early release days. Please set a reminder for this day on your phone and ensure that you and your child know your family's dismissal plan.
🍎Class Placement Survey
Each year, we invite families to give optional feedback regarding class placement for the upcoming year. Please keep in mind that this form does NOT guarantee a class placement or a particular teacher. Please do not use the form to request a teacher or to give teacher feedback. *Please fill out a separate form for each child in your family, as needed. You may use this link to fill out the form. The deadline for responses is Friday, May 2, 2025. Thank you for working together with us to prepare for the upcoming school year!
✏️Advanced Academic Spring Newsletter
The newsletter contains information about school-based screening and an overview of school based services at Cunningham Park ES.
Please contact the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Jenna Murgia, with any questions at jlmurgia@fcps.edu.
Spring AAP Newsletter ES (PDF)
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🌱Earth Week 2025
We will participate with FCPS in Earth Week, April 21-25. Students and Staff are invited to wear the color matching each day’s theme to show your Earth Week spirit.
- Monday, April 21 – Watershed Day - wear blue
- Tuesday, April 22 – Earth Day - wear green
- Wednesday, April 23 – Zero Waste Day - wear white
- Thursday, April 24 – Climate Change Day - wear red
- Friday, April 25- Wildlife Day - wear nature print
♻️We are Collecting Plastic!
Cunningham Park's Get2Green Team is supporting our pyramid school, Flint Hill Elementary, in their effort to collect 1000 pounds of plastic film recycling! From April 21st to 25th, please bring clean plastic bags and film (including grocery bags, dry cleaning bags, and bubble wrap) to the collection bin in the main lobby. These items are not typically recyclable in your blue bins.
🧸 Join us for Kindergarten Orientation!
We are so excited to welcome our rising kindergarteners to Cunningham Park Elementary for 2025 Kindergarten Orientation!
April 28, 2025 from 1:30 - 2:30 PM
1001 Park St, SE Vienna, VA 22180
Come learn about what makes our school special, hear from our PTA, sit on a school bus, and play on our playground!
If you have any questions regarding registration, please reach out to Nicole Madariaga at njmadariaga@fcps.edu or 703-255-5600.
🎨Family Fine Arts Night🎶
You are invited to join us for a night of Art, PE, Music, Spanish and Poetry!
April 30, 2025 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Schedule
6:00 pm:
- Winds Ensemble in the Lobby
- Art Walk: Main hallway & Art Room
- Jump Rope in Gym
- Cafeteria seating begins
6:30 – 7:30 pm in Cafeteria:
- Poetry Slam
- Musical Recorder Ensemble
- Spanish Songs and Dance
FCPS Information
Excellence Is at a Crossroads
Excellent teachers are the heart of FCPS! They inspire our kids, go the extra mile, and make a real difference. But the current Fairfax County Board of Supervisors advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million for next year.
Being fully funded helps keep class sizes down and the number of highly-qualified teachers up at FCPS. Keeping the best teachers includes compensation that allows them to live and work in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County budget priorities survey is open until Thursday, April 24. Take a moment to share your thoughts. Now is the time. Learn more about how excellence is at a Crossroads.
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, April 21, Mount Eagle Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
🛑 Cameras Installed on School Bus Stop Arms
Cameras have been installed on the stop arms of 50 FCPS school buses. These cameras will be used to identify drivers who pass stopped school buses while children are entering and exiting the bus (called a “stop arm violation”).
Drivers have begun to receive warnings. After a 30-day warning period, citations will begin to be issued on Monday, May 12.
According to Virginia law, drivers must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights on and their stop signs extended. Motorists should stop when approaching from any direction, unless there is a barrier or median separating their lane from where the bus is stopped. They should remain stopped until everyone is clear, and the bus is moving.
We appreciate our law enforcement partners for working with FCPS to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Read more about the stop arm cameras and other ways FCPS works with our county partners to keep students safe on their way to and from school.
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