Eaglegram 2-13-2026


In This Issue

Clermont News 

  • Kindergarten Orientation 
  • Art Room Donation Request 
  • Nominate February's Soaring Eagle 

 

County Info

  • Box Topics 
  • Black History Month 
  • Let's help warm up FCPS
  • Summer Learning 

Transition Fair for Students in Special Education

 


🗓️ Calendar Reminders: Presidents Day, Teacher Workday, and Early Release Wednesday

Monday, February 16 Schools are closed for Presidents Day and Tuesday, February 17 for teacher workday. 

Also, Wednesday, February 18 is our next 3-hour early release day. All Clermont ES students will dismiss at 12:50 PM. Those students who were opted-in to extended childcare option will be dismissed at 3:50pm. 


Kindergarten Orientation

Kindergarten Orientation March 23rd

If your child will be joining Clermont for Kindergarten in the fall, please join us  on March 23rd for Kindergarten Orientation. Doors will open at 4:30 pm, and Orientation will begin at 5:00 pm. Your rising kindergarten student is encouraged to join you! (Parents should be prepared to show a valid ID upon entry.) 

 

Orientación de Kindergarten 23 de Marzo

Si su hijo se unirá a Clermont para el jardín de infantes en el otoño, únase a nosotros el 23 de marzo para la orientación de jardín de infantes. Las puertas se abrirán a las 4:30 p.m. y la orientación comenzará a las 5:00 p.m. ¡Anima a su estudiante de kindergarten a unirse a usted! (Los padres deben estar preparados para mostrar una identificación válida al ingresar).


Art Room Donation Request

Ms Deveney is looking for donations of the following items for the art room:

  • Newspaper
  • Magazines
  • Broken down cardboard boxes
  • Broken down cereal/other thin cardboard boxes
  • Non-broken down tissue boxes
  • Bubble wrap

Please feel free to drop it off in the front office. Thank you!! 


crazy hair day

        Kindergarten students participate in spirit days for kindness week! 🥰


Nominate February's Soaring Eagle

The Clermont PTA is looking for nominations to recognize teachers or staff members who have sparked a passion for learning or made a student's day brighter.

Important Details:

  • Who is eligible: Any Clermont teacher or staff member.

  • The Process: The PTA Board will review all submissions and present the awards in March.

  • How to Nominate:

If you have any questions, you can reach out to Diane Lundin soaringeagles@clermontpta.org

 

Spanish:

La Asociación de Padres y Maestros (PTA) de Clermont busca nominaciones para reconocer a los maestros o miembros del personal que hayan inspirado la pasión por el aprendizaje o que hayan alegrado el día de algún estudiante.

Detalles importantes:

  • ¿Quién puede ser nominado?: Cualquier maestro o miembro del personal de Clermont.
  • Proceso: La junta directiva de la PTA revisará todas las nominaciones y entregará los premios en marzo.
  • Cómo nominar

Sitio web: clermontpta.org/soaring-eagle-award

 

Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede comunicarse con Diane Lundin a la siguiente dirección de correo electrónico: soaringeagles@clermontpta.org


Box Topics

It looks like February is a great month to stock the pantry while helping out your local school! Based on the Box Tops for Education flyer for February 2026, here is a breakdown of how you can maximize your earnings this month.

 

February Bonus Offers

These offers are valid for single transactions between 2/1/2026 and 2/28/2026.

Brands:

Progresso - Buy 3 Earn 6 

Betty Crocker -Buy 3 Earn 5

Annie's - Buy 3 Earn 5

Totino's - Buy 2 Earn 5

Nature Valley - Buy 2 Earn 4 

 

Note: You must submit your receipt within 14 days of purchase, and there is a limit of 5 claims per receipt.

 

How to Earn

The program has moved away from physical clips, making it much easier to contribute via the app:

  1. Scan: Use the app to scan physical paper receipts.
  2. Submit: Forward or upload digital receipts for online grocery orders.
  3. Connect: Link your Walmart account to your Box Tops account for automatic earnings on eligible purchases.
  • Monthly Challenges: Join the challenge in the app to earn extra bonuses once you hit specific product goals.

Ready to get started? 

If you don't have the app yet, you can download it and use the referral code SZT10QPM to join.


Black history month bulletin board

Happy Black History Month! This month we celebrate the history, culture, and achievements that Black Americans have contributed to U.S. history. Black History Month is an annual celebration and a time for recognizing Black Americans. The community is invited to a Black History Month Celebration — Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence — on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.


Let’s Help Warm Up FCPS

Warm Up FCPS Divisionwide Spirit Day

Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division! 

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 Thursday, February 19.

  • Spanish:

Calentamiento para el Día del Espíritu de FCPS

¿Está cansado de este clima frío? ¡Calentemos un poco el espíritu escolar de toda la división!

La superintendente, Dra. Michelle Reid anima a todos los estudiantes, maestros y personal a sacudir las arrugas de la ropa más colorida y tropical que tengan y a vestirla, el jueves 19 de febrero, para así calentar el estado de ánimo de todo el mundo. 


Summer Learning

Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students

Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. 

Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps

Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes. 

New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.


Transition Fair for Students in Special Education

Planning for Life in and After High School for Students with IEPs

Families, caregivers, and educators of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services are invited to join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school. 

The transition fair will take place on Wednesday, March 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Luther Jackson Middle School. 

Ensuring the success of our students with disabilities after high school is dependent on what is known as transition planning. Please join CTS and other support service personnel for an evening focused on planning for the future.

An exhibitor fair will include teachers and representatives from CTS high school courses, career academies, age 18-22 programs, and transition services for students with disabilities. This event also includes a presentation with a brief overview of transition services and a student/parent panel sharing firsthand experiences. Register in advance


Calendar

  • February 16: President's Day - No School
  • February 17: Teacher Workday - No School
  • February 18: 3-hr Early Release Wednesday - Dismissal at 12:50pm
  • February 23: Spring Picture Day

  • March 18: 3-hr Early Release Wednesday - Dismissal at 12:50pm
  • March 20: Eid al-Fitr Holiday - No School
  • March 23: Kindergarten Orientation - 5:00pm
  • March 27: 2-hr Early Release - Dismissal at 1:50pm
  • March 30 - April 3: Spring Break - No School
  • April 6: Teacher Workday - No School
  • April 10 - Teacher Workday - No School
  • April 22 - 3-hr Early Release Wednesday - Dismissal at 12:50pm

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