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Stronger Together
Dear Clearview Families,
It was wonderful to welcome our students back into the building for a full day of learning. The energy in the classrooms and hallways was a great reminder of how much we value having everyone together. Our staff enjoyed reconnecting with students and settling back into regular routines. As we head into a four day weekend, we hope your family has time to relax and enjoy it together. Please remember that next week includes the following schedule: Feb 16 No School for Presidents Day, Feb 17 No School for Teacher Work Day, and Feb 18 is a 3-hour Early Dismissal. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to another strong week ahead.
See you on Wednesday!
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
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!
Spring After-School Clubs: Planning Ahead
Thank you for promptly returning the Spring After-School Clubs Interest Forms.
Students selected via lottery for Stars on Stage will receive notice on Tuesday via Talking Points. Students selected will receive additional paperwork on Wednesday, February 18 which must be returned by February 24.
Students selected via lottery for the clubs will receive notice on Monday, February 23 via Talking Points. Students selected will receive additional paperwork on February 24 which must be returned by March 3. Additional paperwork will be required for the following clubs: Healthy Plate, Art About Our Earth, Science Olympiad, Play Club, and Girl Scouts.
Reminder: 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.
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: Kindergarten 96 percent for the week and 84 percent for the year; First Grade 93 percent for the week and 87 percent for the year; Second Grade 96 percent for the week and 88 percent for the year; Third Grade 96 percent for the week and 91 percent for the year; Fourth Grade 99 percent for the week and 90 percent for the year; Fifth Grade 95 percent for the week and 89 percent for the year; Sixth Grade 98 percent for the week and 93 percent for the year; Whole School 96 percent for the week and 88.9 percent for the year.
✅Resource to Explore: SOLpass ✅
We encourage families to explore SolPass, a helpful tool to use at home as a supplement to the learning that happens at Clearview. SOLPass helps students review exactly what they need for the Standards of Learning (SOL) exams that almost every child in grades 3-6 will take this spring. Encourage use of SOLPass to help make sure your child feels prepared and confident for exam day. Stinger is the password, of course!
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
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Children Ages: 4–12 accompanied by a special adult in their lives
Date: Saturday, February 21Time: 6:30–9:00 PMLocation: 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 on February 26
Clearview families are invited to join us for Family Fitness Night on February 26 from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. 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.
Middle School Transition Fair for Families of Students with Special Needs
You are invited to FCPS' Middle School Transition Fair, an evening for families of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services to learn about planning for the future.
At this event, families can meet Career and Transition Services (CTS) representatives and other support staff, learn about postsecondary education, employment, and community supports, and hear from a student and parent panel sharing real transition experiences.
The fair will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School. Language support will be available.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with resources, and feel more confident about your child’s next steps. We hope to see you there!
Event registration link
- Feb 16 - No School (Presidents Day)
- Feb 17 - No School (Teacher Work Day)
- Feb 18 - 3-hour Early Dismissal
- Feb 20 - Warm Up FCPS – Division wide Spirit Day - bright outfits and tropical wear
- Feb 25 - Family Coffee, 9 AM, Cafeteria
- Feb 26 - Family Fitness Night
- Feb 27 - Wacky Hair Day
View the PTA’s February Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/yc4dv9hk
Save the Date
- 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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