Panther Press for May 25, 2025

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Memorial Day Holiday: May 26

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All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day. See the complete school year calendar.


Summer Reading Kick Off!

Summer Reading Kickoff

Please join us for Parklawn’s annual Summer Reading Kickoff in the cafeteria on Tuesday, June 3rd from 6:00-7:00.  Every child will receive a free book to begin summer reading.  We will also have information about ways to support your child with reading over the time away from school. Bring a beach towel to read on the front lawn of the school after choosing a book.  We will have popsicles too!


Planning Ahead: Dismissal Schedule for the Last Day of School

On the last day of school, Wednesday, June 11, school will be dismissed at 1:30 pm.


Limited Early Release Days Continue Next Year

During a report to the School Board this month, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid announced plans to continue limited early release days in elementary schools and shift them to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year. This plan is based on recommendations from the Early Release Steering Committee. The committee includes parents, caregivers, school-based staff, and central office personnel. Read more about the reasons for early release and the proposed early release dates.


Student Testing Results Coming Soon

Throughout May and June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, there is a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be delivered in SIS ParentVUE or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families. Individual test websites provide report translations and help for interpreting test results. Please contact us with any testing questions or for additional information about how we use test results to support student success.


Upcoming Dates

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May 26: Memorial Day Holiday; No School

June 3: Summer Reading Kick-Off, 6-7 pm

June 4: Last Day of School for PreK

June 5: Field Day

June 10: Fifth grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:15 am

June 11: Last Day of School: Two-hour early release