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Stronger Together
Dear Clearview Families,
What a wonderful "week" at school we've had. Even though students were only with us for two days, those days were filled with learning, laughter, and memorable moments across Clearview.
As we head into the final few weeks of the school year, we are excited for all that is ahead. Between now and our last day of school on June 17, our students will continue engaging in meaningful learning while also enjoying many special activities and celebrations that help us wrap up another successful school year together.
We are grateful for the support of our families and community members who help make these experiences possible. If you are interested in volunteering for any of our upcoming events, please contact our front office at 703-708-6000. We would love to have you join us as we celebrate the end of a fantastic year.
Thank you for being an important part of the Clearview Elementary community. We look forward to making these final weeks of school both productive and fun for our students.
Have a wonderful weekend and we will see you on Monday,
Stephanie Almquist Joshua Redford Rachel Charlton
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
 Collage of five educational activities showing students participating in hands-on learning, including a student working with craft materials, two students programming a small robot with geometric shapes, a group of students planting Grasses for the Masses is Mason Neck State Park, students collaborating on a task using string, and two students engaged in a partner discussion activity.
Summer Online Campus Registration Closes June 5
Registration for summer classes with FCPS’ Online Campus will close on Friday, June 5. Email OnlineCampus@fcps.edu or call 703-503-7781 with any questions.
School Board Adopts Fiscal Year 2027 Approved Budget
On May 21, the Fairfax County School Board unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Approved Budget, continuing FCPS’ commitment to sustaining excellence by prioritizing competitive compensation and strategic investments that support student success.
The adopted budget reflects the division’s ongoing efforts to navigate a challenging fiscal environment shaped in part by chronic state underfunding and economic uncertainty. Despite these challenges, the budget maintains key investments and restores several reductions made during the prior fiscal year. Read about the FY 2027 Budget.
Family Information Line
Available in Nine Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Spanish:
Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Nueve IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.
Korean:학부모 정보 전화는 8가지 언어로 제공됩니다.암하라어, 아랍어, 중국어, 페르시아어, 한국어, 스페인어, 우르두어, 베트남어를 할 줄 아는 보호자는 전화 안내 라인에 전화하여 FCPS에 대한 일반적인 정보를 얻을 수 있습니다. 또한 자녀의 학교와의 의사소통에 대한 지원도 받을 수 있습니다. 전화번호 목록 보기.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- School Board Adopts Budget
- Celebrating our Graduates
- Register for Summer Online Campus
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Volunteers Needed for Field Day
If you are interested in volunteering your time, we would appreciate it and, of course, your children would love it. Please send a message via Talking Points or email to Mrs. Cathy McCarron to volunteer.
Grades 4-6 volunteer time: 9:15-11:45 AM
Grades K-3 volunteer time: 12:40-3:15 PM
Please note that volunteers typically facilitate activities at one station that all classes visit and not travel station to station with their children. Also, please dress comfortably and consider bringing a water bottle, sunblock and/or a hat.
Victor O'Neill Spring Portraits
📸Now Available Online📸
Hey there, Clearview Elementary School Families! Your Victor O'Neill Studios Spring Portraits have made their online debut! E-proofs have been sent to your email inbox—double-check that spam folder just in case they're hiding. Enjoy free shipping on all orders until June 5th! Got questions about your order? Please send an email to underclass@vosphoto.com or may also visit https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001222361 . Online Orders Only.
Summer Reading Adventure Awaits
Looking for a fun way to keep your child reading all summer long? We encourage all Clearview students and families to participate in the Fairfax County Public Library's Summer Reading Adventure! This exciting program offers reading challenges, activities, special events, and opportunities to earn prizes while helping students maintain and build their reading skills throughout the summer months. Be sure to watch the Summer Reading Video and check out the attached event flyers for upcoming activities at the Herndon Fortnightly Library. Additional information, reading logs, event schedules, and program details can be found on the Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure webpage. We hope you'll join the adventure and make reading part of your summer fun!
Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance
It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer.
If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.
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 Tuesday, June 16th. Thank you for your support!
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
As we enter the final weeks of the school year, Fairfax County Public Schools appreciates your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success. Regular attendance plays an important role in helping students stay engaged in learning, maintain connections with their teachers and peers, and finish the school year strong.
Attending school consistently also helps students build valuable habits such as responsibility, perseverance, and daily routines that support success both in and out of the classroom.
 Weekly student attendance data by grade level. Weekly attendance rates were: Kindergarten 97%, First Grade 97%, Second Grade 96%, Third Grade 98%, Fourth Grade 96%, Fifth Grade 98%, Sixth Grade 95%, and Whole School 97%. Year-to-date attendance rates were: Kindergarten 84%, First Grade 94%, Second Grade 84%, Third Grade 93%, Fourth Grade 92%, Fifth Grade 85%, Sixth Grade 96%, and Whole School 94.7%.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month is about more than awareness. It’s about showing up for one another. It provides a chance to stand with your community and show that no one struggles alone. Everyone is invited to speak up against mental health stigma. Learn more about Mental Health Awareness Month on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) website. |
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Jewish American Heritage Month
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May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
- June 2 Grades 5-6 Band, Strings, Chorus Concert, 6 PM
- Jun 10 Wear Clearview shirts or school colors (black and yellow) to support 6th grade students during their promotion parade.
- Jun 12 Field Day
- Jun 17 2-hour early release and last day of school for K-6
 Congratulations to our PTA officers for the
2026-27 school year!
- Michelle Ratto, President
- Alexandra Hatch, President-Elect
- Bryan Lyburn, Treasurer
- Maria Rueca, Secretary
- Erin Ruark, Vice President of Events
- Amanda Robson, Vice President of Fundraising
Thank you to Teresa Anderson, our next spirit night coordinator, and Alex Fletcher, our next teen volunteer coordinator!
Want to support our new leaders? Consider raising your hand to serve as a bake sale chair, costume bingo co-coordinator, staff appreciation week co-coordinator, or 5K-fun run-community walk co-coordinator. Email us at ClearviewElementaryPTA@gmail.com.
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