In this Paw Print:
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School News:
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PTA News:
- Science & Technology 🔎
- Online Auction: Call for Community Donations! 💰
- Join the PTA! ❤️
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Community News:
Dear Poplar Tree Families,
It's hard to believe that Spring Break is already here and that once we return we only have two and a half months left of school! As a reminder, Monday April 7 is a teacher workday and Friday, April 10 is a School Planning Day. We will only see our students Tuesday - Thursday of that week!
Recently, some members of the communications team in FCPS came to Poplar Tree to learn more about our Paw Tech Squad. They interviewed staff and students from the squad and an article is now featured on the FCPS website. You can see the article by clicking here.
In case you didn't know, our Paw Tech Squad is an opportunity for students in Grades 4-6 to learn more about technology while also being ambassadors that teach both students and staff how we can use technology in meaningful ways. Their motto is "How Can We Help You?" We are so proud of our students who choose to be a part of the Tech Squad and all they do to help others!
We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and fun Spring Break. See you in April!
Sue Andujar, Principal
Amy Alley, Assistant Principal
Where in the school is Ms. Andujar!?
This week, Ms. Andujar talks with some 2nd graders who have been busy creating weather report videos! 🎤🎥
Poplar Tree Music T-Shirt Sale 🎶
Like shirts? Like music? Buy a Poplar Tree Music t-shirt! Now open to all Poplar Tree families - adults and kids! A portion of the proceeds goes directly to support our music program consisting of band, strings, chorus and general music. Orders are due by April 24th.
Link to order form: https://tinyurl.com/ptesmusicshirt.
The Finalists!
March Music Madness🍀
Our Finalists in our March Music Madness Fun were:
THEN: Since You've Been Gone by Kelly Clarkson
(recommended by Ms. Grieco)
verus
NOW: Thunder by Imagine Dragons (NOW)
(recommended by Ms. Nuckols)
The winning song was...
Thunder!
Want the playlist? Use this link: March Music Madness Spotify Playlist
Chantilly Pyramid Art Show 🎨
This year’s Chantilly Pyramid Art Show is on Thursday, April 9th, from 6-8 PM at Chantilly High School.
This fun-filled event celebrates artists in our community from elementary school through high school age! Selected artworks from 9 different schools (including Poplar Tree) will be on display for families to explore, interact with, and celebrate! There will be fun activities like face painting, crafts, photo booths, and more to keep the whole family entertained! You don’t even need to worry about dinner! There will be 3 food trucks (DC Pizza, Hangry Panda, and Paradise Ice Cream) ready and waiting upon your arrival!
Come out and support the arts on April 9th and enjoy this fabulous community event with us! We look forward to seeing you there!
SOL Testing Dates📅
SOL tests are the main part of the Virginia Assessment Program for grades 3-8 and are administered each spring. SOL tests are used to fulfill state and federal testing requirements in reading and writing, mathematics, and science.
This year we are trying something new and testing all students in Grades 3-6 on the same day for Reading and the same day for Math. Students who need to test in a small group or one on one setting may test on a different day, and we will inform those families about this closer to the actual date.
See below for this year's SOL Testing schedule. Please refrain from scheduling appointments on these days and ensure your child comes to school!
- 📝 5th Grade Integrated Reading and Writing: Wednesday, March 18
- 📚 3rd - 6th Grade Reading: Wednesday, May 6
- ➗ 3rd - 6th Grade Math (including Algebra): Wednesday, May 13
- 🔬 5th Grade Science: Tuesday, May 19
More information about these assessments can be found on the webpage: SOL Tests in Elementary and Middle Schools. The Grade Level Tests webpage outlines the division testing schedule for required assessments at each grade.
If you have questions, contact your child's teacher or our School Testing Coordinators Leslie Leisey, School Based Technology Specialist and Amy Alley, Assistant Principal.
Science & Engineering Expo 🔎
Sponsored by the PTA, Poplar Tree’s Science and Engineering Expo will return on April 15 at 7 p.m. This is an exciting opportunity for each student to create a STEM-related project that captures their interest. All students will get the chance to present their project, and each participant will receive a certificate recognizing their efforts and participation.
Please register your student by April 8 at https://bit.ly/PTESscience. If your child is working with another student, both children need to submit a registration form.
Learn more on our PTA website HERE!
Online Auction
Call for community donations!💰
The annual PTES PTA Auction will be held from April 24-May 1! If you or anyone you know has an item/service you'd like to donate to be auctioned off, please send an email to poplartreesilentauction@gmail.com. Previous donations have included artwork, vacation home rentals, household items, home repair services, and gift cards just to name a few!
Thank you for all your support to make the 2026 auction a success!
Join the PTA! ❤️
Please join the PTA to help support our school!!
If you haven't joined yet, please do so HERE!
Chantilly Robotics STEM Summer Camp 🤖
Python & Robot Builders
Join us for an exciting 5-day STEM summer camp focused on Python programming and hands-on robotics! Students will build, code, and control robots while developing problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Dates: July 13 - 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Chantilly High School
Eligibility: Rising 4th - 7th graders
Cost: $300 (financial assistance is available)
This immersive experience is designed to spark curiosity and inspire a lasting interest in STEM.
Register here at: https://www.frc612.org/summer-camp-2026
Feel free to contact chantilly.612@gmail.com for any questions or concerns.
Chantilly Girls Basketball Camp 🏀
Chantilly Girls Basketball is happy to announce our camp dates for Summer 2026. Come be a part of the best girls basketball camp in Northern Virginia!
There will be two sessions. Cost is $220 per session or $400 for both!
- Session 1: July 6-10
- Session 2: July 20-24
Register HERE!
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