Happy first week of school, Cheetahs!
 It was a busy first week of school! Above, students in Ms. Synk's 5th grade class learned about the scientific method and worked together to "save Fred"!
Panera Restaurant Night Tonight
Join the Cameron PTA at Panera on Richmond Highway tonight between 4 and 8pm! Use the code FUND4U for online orders or at the in-store kiosk and 25% of sales will be donated to Cameron! You can also present this flyer digitally at checkout.
Cameron PTA
Join the PTA - Contribute PTA dues ($4.75 per person) or make a donation.
Purchase Cameron Spirit Wear - Free delivery to the school if you order before 9/7!
August 31 - First PTA Meeting! Join virtually from 6:30-7:30pm.
Back to School Night September 3
Back to School Night is September 3 from 6-8pm! Families can visit their child's grade level presentations, and meet with resource teachers. Multiple sessions will be offered.
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Student ID Cards for Cameron Bus Riders
We will begin distributing student ID cards to all our students who ride the school bus or use FCPS transportation services on Monday.
Students who ride the bus will receive their ID card and a lanyard in their classrooms on Monday.
ID cards should be worn or attached to your child’s backpack and brought to the bus each day.
Students who have student ID cards should begin tapping as they board and exit the bus. Only students who use FCPS transportation services will be provided with a student ID card at this time.
We ask for your patience! Bus drivers are checking in students and may need some extra time at each bus stop while they do this. The transportation team is working hard to minimize any potential delays.
Learn more about the bus navigation and student ID cards.
Everything You Need to Do in SIS ParentVUE
Are you working your way through back-to-school forms and checklists? Make sure you have a SIS ParentVUE account for your family and log in to find important forms and updates.
- Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in ParentVUE. To update your contact information in ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon.
- Submit daylong absences by clicking “Report Absence.”
- Check your child’s immunization records and submit updates. Please visit the How to Submit Immunization Documentation webpage for step-by-step instructions.
- Complete permission / opt-in and opt-out forms in the "Online Packets" section.
If you do not have a ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
Remember to Complete Permission Forms for School Resources
Families can now easily grant consent for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account login. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of a variety of resources, including online educational tools, school counseling services, and more.
Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.
Opt In or Out to Student Devices Being Sent Home for Grades 1-6
New this year, families can opt out of having student laptops sent home with their student.
- If you do not want your student to bring their FCPS-issued device home, please toggle the Opt Out button to a check mark and confirm by pressing Save Selection.
- If you would like your student to bring their FCPS device home, no toggle action is needed. Confirm by pressing Save Selection.
Students whose families opt out will continue to have access to an FCPS-issued device during the school day. Please reach out to your student’s teacher to understand expectations for homework and any learning activities that may require access to technology outside of the school day.
Transportation Patience and Safety
Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your child’s bus.
If your child’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at (703) 446-2150 with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact the FCPS Office of Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.
Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.
September is Attendance Awareness Month
Want your child to succeed in school, and in life? 📚 It starts with showing up. Daily routines at home help students build the academic skills and real-world habits they need to thrive. Here's how you can help:
- Set a regular bedtime and morning routine
- Pack bags and pick outfits the night before
- Talk through any school worries with a teacher, school counselor, or other parents
- Make a backup plan for getting to school if something comes up
- Schedule trips and appointments outside school hours when possible
Showing up is the first step to thriving academically, and parents play a crucial role in making every day count.
Need help in supporting your child's attendance? We have resources! Please contact your school counselor to talk it through. See more simple tips for strong school attendance on the FCPS attendance website.
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Important Dates
Aug 28: PTA Restaurant Night, Panera on Richmond Hwy, 4-8pm
Aug 31: PTA Meeting, Virtual, 6:30-7:30
Sept 3: Back to School Night, 6-8pm
Sept 4: No School, Labor Day
Sept 7: No School, Labor Day
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