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Dear Cardinal Families,
We hope you can join us for our second PTA meeting on Tuesday, September 29th, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM in the Library! Whether you’re already a member or have been thinking about getting involved, we would love to see you there. I will be sharing the latest updates around Cunningham Park, and our tech coach, Ms. Dean, will give us a helpful walkthrough on how to make the most of Learning Ally at home and how to access parent resources on our Parent Schoology Course. Our PTA representatives will also share details about the upcoming Fall Festival, Bike/Walk to School Day, and a fun Parent Social, along with a quick financial update on how PTA funds are directly supporting student learning. Please join us to stay connected, support our wonderful teachers, and build a strong school community together!
Warmly,
Allison Hoak, Principal
Jon Kemmerer, Assistant Principal
➡️Calendar Reminder - Early Release on Wednesday, 9/30
September 30 is our first 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday. Dismissal is at 12:20 PM. Student's dismissal plans were confirmed with you via email from our registrar. Please call the main office at 703-255-5600 if you need to change your child's dismissal plans.
Blue Star Welcome Week Spirit Week
We are excited to celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week from September 28–October 2! This nationwide initiative helps military-connected families feel welcomed and connected to their school communities. Throughout the week, students and staff will participate in daily spirit themes that encourage belonging, teamwork, appreciation, and care for one another. We invite all Cardinals to join in and help make Cunningham Park a place where every family feels welcome!
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Spirit Theme
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Schoolwide Action
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Monday 9/28
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Welcome Wear
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Wear bright happy colors to welcome military-connected families to our school community.
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Tuesday 9/29
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Teamwork Tuesday
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Wear a team jersey or school colors to remind everyone we’re a team!
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Wednesday
9/30
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Wings of Courage
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Wear red, white, or blue to recognize the courage and contributions of military-connected families.
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Thursday
10/1
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Colorful Cardinals!
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Wear your favorite color to show that we may be different, but we are all one colorful community.
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Friday
10/2
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Cardinals Care for Cardinals
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Wear our school colors to show that we care for one another.
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📸Fall Picture Day was Today
We had a wonderful picture day. Thank you to the parents that volunteered to help make this day a success. If you haven't ordered already, there is still time. Following the directions below to order:
- Go to strawbridge.net
- Click “Order Pictures”
- Enter the code PX518704
- Click “Find” to order
Make up picture day will be on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026. If you have any questions, please call the main office at 703-255-5600.
📝Review and Sign SR&R by September 30
The FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) booklet explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. We encourage families to discuss these expectations with their child(ren).
Families should review the SR&R and sign the acknowledgement form by Wednesday, September 30, either by logging into SIS ParentVUE or by signing and returning the Signature Sheet.
Understanding the Acceptable Use Policy
FCPS provides students with digital tools and devices to support their learning, encourage easy collaboration, and help students learn how to interact with technology safely. The FCPS Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) guides how these technologies are used both inside the classroom and at home. By following the AUP, students learn how to become not just users of technology, but responsible and ethical digital citizens with critical real-world skills such as:
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Responsible Communication and Conduct: Communicating respectfully and using technology appropriately.
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Digital Footprint Awareness: Understanding online actions can have lasting effects on a student’s reputation, future opportunities and relationships, career prospects, and safety.
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Data Privacy and Security: Learning how online safety can protect their digital work and personal information, and guard against cybersecurity risks.
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Self-Regulation: Learning to manage digital distractions to stay focused when needed.
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Accountability: Understanding that they are responsible for how they use FCPS technology and digital resources.
Learn more about digital citizenship at FCPS.
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Our public health nurse at Cunningham Park is Michelle Bui. Contact her at mbui1@fcps.edu or (571) 396-2571 for health plans, medication drop-offs, or questions about chronic conditions. Visit our school health webpage for forms, illness policies, and tips to keep your student healthy! |
👨🏻💻Digital Literacy Resources for Families
As part of FCPS’ continued support for digital literacy, families can access lesson materials that introduce the concepts students will explore throughout the school year. These resources include student lessons and supporting materials organized by grade level. Resources will be shared on a quarterly basis through Schoology.
The All Parent/Guardian Course is available in Schoology through a parent or guardian account. Schoology and ParentVUE use the same login credentials. Families who need assistance can review How Do I Log in to and Access Schoology? or watch the brief walkthrough on the Schoology Snippets page.
Families can also learn more about FCPS guidance and practices on the Educational Technology in FCPS webpage.
Our school health aid is Flor Bermudez. Ms. Flor is with us Monday-Friday and helps students during the school day if they are hurt or do not feel well. You can reach her at vfbermudez@fcps.edu or 703-255-5610. |
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💻Set Screen Time Limits and Monitor Online Activity With Lightspeed
The free Lightspeed Parent Portal makes it easy for you to see and manage how your child uses their FCPS-issued device outside of school hours. New Lightspeed Parent Portal features for this school year include:
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Schedules: Pause or restrict internet access during specific times, such as during homework time, family dinners, weekends, or bedtime.
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Web Rules: Block specific websites you don’t want your child accessing at home.
Be sure to check your email (subject line: “Filter Portal Weekly Report”) each Sunday for the Lightspeed Student Online Activity Report, a weekly summary of the websites your child has visited. Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
📱New ParentVUE Mobile App Is Here
The new ParentVUE mobile app is available in the Apple and Google App stores. This new app provides parents and caregivers with a more secure sign-in. Families must download the new app by December 2026 to ensure they have continued mobile access to their ParentVUE account. The previous app will be deactivated at the end of 2026.
In the new app, families can enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA) for FCPS Single Sign-On. While enrollment is optional, we strongly recommend that everyone enable this security feature. Learn more about installing the new ParentVUE app. Parents needing assistance should submit a Parent Support Request.
Learn About Applied Behavior Analysis and Teaching New Skills at Home
All family members and caregivers are invited to attend monthly Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Family Training to learn how to support and teach students with autism and related disorders. No registration is needed.
Virtual trainings take place at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join the session. Upcoming topics include:
- Autism and ABA Overview on Wednesday, October 14. (It is highly recommended that you attend this session before any future sessions.)
- Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home on Wednesday, November 18.
- Toilet Training on Wednesday, December 9.
- Managing Challenging Behaviors at Home on Wednesday, January 13.
- Communication: a Foundation for Independence on Wednesday, February 10.
Visit the ABA webpage for a full list of classes. Need an interpreter? Contact Stephanie Watkins two weeks before the training at 571-423-4110 or sawatkins@fcps.edu.
📅Advanced Academic Program Meeting on Oct. 9
Families are invited to attend an AAP information meetings led by Jenna Murgia, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART). We will meet on October 9, 2026 at 8:45 AM in the CPES cafeteria. During the meeting, Ms. Murgia will share the AAP Continuum of Services. Families will learn about the continuum of advanced academic services available to FCPS students. She will then share about Full-Time AAP Identification. Families will learn about the referral and identification processes for Full-Time AAP services.
If you cannot make this meeting and would like more information, please contact Jenna Murgia, AART, at jlmurgia@fcps.edu or visit the FCPS Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
FCPS News
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
🏫Connected Communities, Thriving Students
Register now for the annual Special Education Family Conference: Connected Communities, Thriving Students. The free conference will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School.
Hosted by FCPS in collaboration with community partners, the conference highlights the power of partnerships in supporting student success. Families, educators, and community members are invited to connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources.
The conference will feature an inspiring opening session, engaging breakout sessions, an exhibitor hall with local resources, and lunch for all participants.
Register for the conference and visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions.
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