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Cardinal Forest ES has a NEW Visitor Check-in System beginning this week. Downloading and registering on the Raptor Safe App is not required, you can still use your driver’s license in the building, but this is faster.
What is Raptor Safe?
Raptor Safe is a free mobile app designed to make school visits and student dismissals both faster and more secure. By using the app, you can create a Raptor Passport, which allows you to check in at the school entrance by simply scanning a QR code. A new QR code is generated each time so no screenshots.
A few notes for registration in the app: no code is needed so skip that step and foreign id's and passports can be used (as long as they are in English).
Setting Up Your Account
Getting started is straightforward. Here is the play-by-play:
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Download: Search for "Raptor Safe" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Verification: To keep the community safe, the app will ask you to scan your driver’s license and take a live selfie to verify your identity.
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Privacy: Don't worry about that selfie—it is used only for the initial verification and is not stored in the app.
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Stored Info: The app only keeps necessary details like your name, date of birth, the photo from your ID, and the last four digits of your license or passport.
Quick Tips for Users
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No Passwords to Memorize: The app uses your mobile phone number to log you in. You’ll receive a one-time code via text each time you need to access your account.
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Manage Dismissals: You can use your profile to manage student dismissal preferences directly from your phone.
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Need Help?: If you run into any technical snags, you can find troubleshooting guides at raptortech.com/raptorsafe-app/.
Raptor Safe FAQ Sheet
We’re excited to kick off our PURPLE STAR CLUB donation drive in support of Leashes of Valor, an organization that trains service dogs to support our nation’s veterans. From January 23 through February 27, families are invited to donate much-needed items to help these incredible dogs and the heroes they serve. Donation bins will be located in the school lobby and near the cafeteria doors for easy drop-off.
Thank you for helping us show our support!
https://leashesofvalor.org/
Donation items requested by Leashes of Valor:
- Collars puppy to adult
- 6-foot leather leashes
- Made in the USA soft training treats
- Stainless steel dog bowls
- Slow feeders
- Fillable Kongs
- All-natural peanut butter
- Durable fetch balls (no tennis balls, please)
- FURminators or other dog brushes
- Purina Pro-Plan Adult Large Breed
- Purina Pro-Plan Puppy Large Breed
- Used towels and blankets
- Elevated dog beds (used or new)
- Zip-lock bags (all sizes)
- Aluminum foil
- Trash bags
- Tupperware (used or new)
- Disinfectant wipes
Summer is closer than you think ! The family resource center has a great Summer Camp Guide to get you started.
🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter. View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.
MILITARY FAMILY OUTREACH: FSP will be facilitating monthly workshops, webinars, or family engagement events for military families throughout the school year. Please check the Family Academy Catalog CLICK HERE under "Military-Connected Families Offerings" for more information on these events as they are posted.
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
 Support Cardinal Forest Elementary by placing an order at Honeygrow in West Springfield on Thursday, February 19th, from 10:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.. Honeygrow will match 20% from orders. Use promo code “GIVE164” on the honeygrow app, at honeygrow.com, or in-store at the kiosk before checking out. This is a great way to raise money for the students and teachers, while saving yourself some time!
Signup is open for RunFit Kidz this spring. It is an enrichment program offered before school on Wednesdays, 7:45-9:00am, beginning March 18th. Signup is open now.
Note: The PTA is announcing this spring enrichment program early because of its start date. The PTA will announce our other spring enrichment programs in March and they will begin the week of April 13th.
Our first Cupid Bingo was a huge success! The cafeteria was packed with families, and the room was full of smiles! A huge thank you to Jenny Polakowski for leading the event, and to the 6th Grade Committee and dedicated parent volunteers who coordinated concessions and raffle baskets. Thanks to this incredible support, the 6th Grade Committee has officially reached their fundraising goal — which means it’s time to start planning the 6th grade end-of-year celebration! Thank you to all CFES families for supporting our 6th graders and helping make this such a fun and memorable night for all!
Upcoming Events 📆
PTA Calendar
February 19: Honeygrow Spirit Night
March 6-13: Reading Challenge
March 10: Teacher Workroom
March 11: General PTA Meeting
March 18: 3-hour Early Release
March 20: FCPS Student Holiday
March 30-April 3: Spring Break
April 6: FCPS Student Holiday
April 10: FCPS Student Holiday
April 14: Teacher Workroom
April 15: Military Family Popsicle Playdate
April 22: 3-hour Early Release
May 4-8: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
May 13: 3-hour Early Release
May 13: General PTA Meeting
May 15: Spring Picnic
May 25-27: FCPS Student Holiday
Connect With Us
PT Board: https://cardinalforest.ptboard.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedBirdPTA/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cardinalforestespta
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cardinalforestpta
cardinalforestpta@gmail.com
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