Clermont News
- No Dogs on School Grounds
- Purple UP Day - Military Kids Clap Out!
- Family Heritage Night
- Advanced Academics Spring Newsletter
- Edison Pyramid Art Show
County Info
- April Calendar Changes
- Countdown to Kindergarten
Calendar
Dear Clermont Families,
At Clermont, our primary goal is to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all students and staff during arrival, dismissal, and throughout the school day. To maintain this environment, we would like to remind our community of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) policy regarding animals on school grounds.
FCPS regulations strictly prohibit dogs and other pets on school property. This includes sidewalks, playgrounds, blacktops, and grassy areas. This is especially important during the busy windows of arrival and dismissal.
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Student and Staff Safety: Even the most well-behaved pets can become overwhelmed by the noise and crowds of hundreds of children. Unfortunately, we had an incident this morning where a staff member was nipped by a dog while on duty. We must prevent further injuries.
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Respecting Allergies and Fears: We have many students and staff members with significant allergies or a genuine fear of dogs. Every child and staff member deserve to enter the building feeling comfortable and secure.
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Sanitation and Maintenance: Our small but mighty custodial team is dedicated to keeping our play areas clean. We do not have the staffing to manage pet waste, which poses a health hazard to students playing in the grass.
We kindly ask that you do not walk your dog to school when dropping off or picking up your children. If you are walking to school with your pet, please say your goodbyes at the edge of the school property line rather than bringing them onto the campus or near the parking lot and crosswalks.
We love our furry friends, but for the safety and comfort of our Eagles, they must stay at home. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us keep our school a safe place for everyone.
Sincerely,
Ms. Salata, Principal
 Join Us for a Clap-Out for Military-Connected Students!
Clermont staff and students are excited to honor our military-connected students with a special "clap-out" recognition. Staff and students will stand in the hallways to clap and cheer as our military-connected students walk through prior to dismissal.
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Time: 3:30–3:50 PM
We Welcome Parents & Guardians! Parents and guardians of participating students are invited to join us in walking the hallways with their children. Military uniforms are always welcome!
Please RSVP: If you plan to attend, please RSVP by scanning the QR code below or by emailing Mrs. Raph at hlraph@fcps.edu.
The Clermont Elementary PTA is hosting an evening to celebrate the diverse cultural backgrounds within the school community.
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Date: April 22, 2026
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Time: 6:00 PM
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Location: Clermont Cafeteria
Activities
The night will feature several interactive ways to experience different cultures:
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Country Table Displays: Explore information and items from around the world.
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Cultural Performances: Enjoy live entertainment.
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Fashion Show: See traditional clothing and styles.
How to Participate
If you would like to attend or take an active role in the festivities, you need to register online. Use the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer to:
- Register to attend the event.
- Sign up to host a country table.
- Volunteer to participate in the fashion show.
Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/mvdmn26s
Can you believe it’s already 4th quarter? This year has certainly flown by! Please find the AAP Spring Newsletter here in English and here in Spanish. If you have any questions, please contact our AART, Raechel Acosta at rbacosta@fcps.edu.
Dr. Reid shared some changes to the elementary school calendar for April. Due to the newly announced special election on Tuesday, April 21, many of our FCPS schools will serve as polling locations so our schools will be closed for students that day.
Because students will not be in school, April 21 is now scheduled as a teacher workday and staff development day.
With that in mind, and the consideration of school cancellations and delays due to weather, the previously scheduled elementary early release day for Wednesday, April 22 will be converted to a full day of instruction. Students will have a traditional full day of instruction and will be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22.
This adjustment allows for our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.
📅 Event Schedule
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Date: April 17, 2026
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Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location
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Address: 5801 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310 (Edison High School)
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Entry Note: Please enter through Door 17.
🎨 Featured Schools
The show will display artworks from the following schools in the Edison pyramid:
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Elementary: Bush Hill, Cameron, Clermont, Franconia, Mount Eagle, and Rose Hill.
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Middle: Twain MS.
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High School: Thomas A. Edison HS.
This is a great way to support the Clermont Elementary Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM) team as they head to the World Finals.
🍕 Fundraising Dates
Mark your calendars for these three Mondays in April 2026:
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April 13
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April 20
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April 27
📍 Where to Go
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Location: Paisano's Pizza
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Address: 6937A Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310
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Phone: 703-922-0900
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Website: www.paisanospizza.com
📝 How to Ensure Your Order Counts
You can call, walk in, or order online. To make sure the proceeds go to the team, you must mention one of the following:
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"Clermont OOTM"
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"Clermont"
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"Odyssey"
Countdown to Kindergarten: Supporting a Smooth Transition
Is your child heading to kindergarten this fall? Join FCPS staff for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition! The webinar will take place on Friday, March 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support their child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools. Register to receive the event link.
Kindergarten Registration
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment (the student and one caregiver must be present).
Read more about the registration process.
- April 21: Teacher Workday - No School
- April 22: Family Heritage Night - 6:00pm
- April 28: 5th gr Reading SOL
- April 29: 3rd & 4th gr Reading SOL
- April 30: 6th gr Reading SOL
- May 12: 5th gr Science SOL
- May 13: 3-hr Early Release - Dismiss at 12:50pm
- May 14: 6th gr Math SOL
- May 15: 3rd & 4th gr Math SOL
- May 18: 5th gr Math SOL
- May 22: Field Day
- May 25: Memorial Day Holiday - No School
- May 26: Teacher Workday - No School
- May 27: Eid Al-Adha Holiday - No School
- June 17: Last day of School - Dismiss at 1:50pm
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