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Stronger Together
Dear Clearview Families,
We are happy to be back together after our snow days and are proud of how much learning and fun our students had, even with the shortened school days due to the two hour delayed openings. Thank you so much for helping your children come to school ready to learn by dressing warmly and getting a good night’s sleep during the week. These routines make a big difference in helping our students feel comfortable, focused, and happy at school. Our school is grateful for your continued support and partnership, and we are thankful to be part of such a caring community.
We hope to see you at 6:00 PM tonight at Herndon Middle School for the staff vs students basketball game. Doors open at 5:30 and tickets are $3. All money raised goes to support our 6th Grade class.
Have a restful weekend,
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
First-Class Awards- Nominations due February 20
The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education.
Lost and Found
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This message is to remind you about our school’s lost and found procedures. Please check the lost and found area located in Clearview’s cafeteria as soon as possible to see if your child may be missing a jacket, sweater or even a lunch box.
All unclaimed items will be donated to a local charity on Friday, February 27th. Thank you for your support!
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📵Help Keep Clearview Phone-Free
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (AirPods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) can no longer be used during the instructional day. Phones and personal devices must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school. Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including consequences for cell phone policy violations and exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at 703-708-6000.
FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Accepting Applications for 2026–2027
The FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old.
PreK: For children who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30, with priority given to 4-year-olds.
Early Head Start: For children ages 0–2 and pregnant women who live in the Reston and Herndon area.
More information and the online application are available here.
Early Intervention: Child Find
Approximately 17% of children in the U.S. have one or more developmental disabilities or other developmental delays according to the Centers for Disease Control. Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs 20 months- 5 years by the FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) program. Screenings are FREE to children ages 20 months to 5 years old who reside in Fairfax County.
More information about typical developmental milestones/to learn if your child is on-track can be found here. Call with questions or to schedule a FREE assessment 571-423-4121.
Spring After-School Clubs: Planning Ahead
Spring After-School Clubs Interest Forms came home in your child’s Tuesday folder on February 3 and must be returned by Monday, February 9. The following clubs will be offered::
- Healthy Plate (K-1)
- Art About Our Earth (1-2)
- Girl Scouts (K-3)
- Play Club (2-4)
- Science Olympiad (3-4),
- Science Olympiad (3-4) will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- Eco Club (3-6 )
- Art Club (4-6)
- Math Olympiad (3-4)
- Robotics (5-6)
- Stars of Stage (3-6) will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning March 9.
Please note: Monday clubs will NOT meet on 3/30, 4/6 or 5/25 and Wednesday clubs will NOT meet on 3/18, 4/1, 4/22, 5/13 or 5/27.
If your child is selected for a club, the corresponding permission slip will be sent home via Tuesday folder on February 24 and is due on (or before) March 3.
Fasting Meal Kits
From February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Important Meal Kit Information:
- Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
- Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
- Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
- Kits are distributed at the end of the school day. Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.
Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:
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February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
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February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
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February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
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March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026
Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.
🙋♂️ Attendance Is Important!
Regular, on-time attendance is a key ingredient to your child’s success. Keeping in mind that students are to stay home if they have a fever (of 100.4 or above), vomiting, or diarrhea, attending school must be a top priority.
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers.
Visit the FCPS website for more attendance resources.
Weekly Student Attendance by Grade (%)
Students do not have school on Monday, February 16 or Tuesday, February 17. What a perfect opportunity to visit with family or friends or take a Valentine’s weekend trip as a family over the 4-day weekend!
February is Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.
February Is Career and Technical Education 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 including Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing, Technology and Engineering Education, and Trade and Industrial Education. Since this is an elective, course offerings may vary by school. Learn more on the FCPS CTE webpage.
CTE also offers summer programs for students to explore their programs. Enroll now!
Presidents Day (Holiday)
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, for the Presidents Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar. Presidents Day, officially recognized in the United States, is celebrated on the third Monday in February each year. It is a time to honor and remember the birthdays and achievements of the country's most distinguished leaders, and to reflect on the president's role in shaping the nation's history and development.
February 17 is the Lunar New Year
🐎 새해 복 많이 받으세요! 新年快乐! Chúc mừng Năm Mới! Wishing good fortune to those in our community who celebrate Lunar New Year! For those in many East and Southeast Asian countries, including Pacific Islanders, the Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays of the year and is all about ushering in luck and prosperity with family. #OurFCPS
Ramadan begins at Sundown
on February 17
Ramadan Mubarak to those in our community who observe! In Islam, Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year. During this month Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn to sunset each day while striving to increase their spirituality, through prayers, charity, and good deeds. Muslims believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad. #OurFCPS
Ash Wednesday is on February 18
Ash Wednesday is observed as a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It marks the beginning of Lent, a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving leading up to Easter. Many Christians attend special Ash Wednesday church services, at which churchgoers receive ashes on their foreheads as a sign of penance. #OurFCPS
Ash Wednesday/First Full Day of Ramadan
Wednesday, February 18, is Ash Wednesday and the first full day of Ramadan. FCPS has designated this day as a religious and cultural observance day. There is school on these days, however specific events that cannot be made up will not be held on these observance days. See the complete school year calendar.Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact Assistant Principal, Joshua Redford, regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.
Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day
Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the 199 schools in FCPS!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Friday, February 20.
Herndon Community Center VIP Dance
Hollywood Nights on February 21
Children Ages: 4–12 accompanied by a special adult in their lives
Date: Saturday, February 21
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Location: Herndon Community Center
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Roll out the red carpet for a night of Hollywood glitz and glam! This semi-formal (dress) evening is designed for children ages 4–12 and the Very Important Person (VIP) in their lives. Guests will enjoy a red carpet entrance, a paparazzi-style photo booth, music from a live DJ, light refreshments, and special VIP touches throughout the night.
Registration Details • $50 per child/adult couple • $25 for each additional child • Additional child/adult couples must be registered in separate transactions • Registration should be completed under the child’s name • VIP adult names will be collected during registration (one adult per child maximum)
Clearview’s Family Fitness Night
Clearview families are invited to join us for Family Fitness Night on February 26 from 6:00 to 7:30. Come have fun together while moving, exercising, and learning about healthy habits. This special evening is a great chance for families to be active and learn more about health and exercise. We hope to see you there for a night of fun and fitness.
- Feb 13 Spirit Day-Pajama Day Valentine’s Day theme (hearts, pink, red, Cupid, roses)
- Feb 16 No School (Presidents Day)
- Feb 17 No School (Teacher Work Day)
- Feb 18
- 3-hour Early Dismissal
- PTA Meeting, 7 PM, Library
- Feb 20 Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day –bright outfits and tropical wear
- Feb 25 Family Coffee, 9 AM, Cafeteria
- Feb 26 Family Fitness Night
- Feb 27 Wacky Hair Day
Looking for a new hobby? Let’s chat!
Come to our next PTA meeting this Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. in the library or join us on Zoom (the link will be posted on PTBoard shortly before the meeting). Our community chat topic is personal hobbies. What do you like to do for fun, to relax, or to keep your hands busy (and avoid doom scrolling)? Bring your latest crochet, favorite book, craft project, or anything you like for a “show and tell."
Show the Staff Some Love
On Feb. 13, help us thank the Clearview staff with a Valentine’s Day breakfast buffet as they "shop" for donated supplies for their classrooms.
Save the Date
- Feb. 11 (Wed.), 7 pm: PTA Meeting in the Clearview Library
- Feb. 13 (Fri.), 8-8:45 am: Staff Valentine’s Day Breakfast & Supply Drive
- Feb. 16 (Mon.): 3-9 pm Spirit Night at Chuck E Cheese
- Feb. 27 (Fri.): 7am-9pm, Spirit Night at Chick-Fil-A Northpoint Village
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