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School Supply Deadline Extended!

Campus Survival has extended the deadline to order school supplies to July 31. You can avoid the chaos in the stores by ordering your student's supply kit with the click of the mouse! Competitive pricing and supplies that meet the exact needs of the school mean you can spend more time enjoying the last days of summer and less time searching for the correct color folder and matching notebook. Order your school supplies today at: www.campussurvivalkits.com/clermont

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Reminder: Early Release Tomorrow

Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 12 is the last day of the 2023-24 school year, and students will be dismissed two hours early. Clermont will dismiss at 1:50 pm. 

The first day of the 2024-25 school year will be August 19. 

See the complete school year calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar 

Summer Office Hours:

From June 18 – August 2 the office hours will be Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. The office will be closed June 17, June 19, and July 3-5. We will return to the normal office hours of 8:00 am – 4:30 pm on Monday, August 5.

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Letter From Ms. Salata and Mrs. Younger
• Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)
• Summer Office Hours
• Order Your SY24-25 School Supplies Today!
• School Health Room Medication Pick Up

PTA News

• The PTA Needs You!

FCPS News

• SOL Scores Posted in SIS ParentVUE by June 12
• Summer Fun for All! Summer Camps and Adapted Recreation

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Letter From Ms. Salata and Mrs. Younger

Dear Clermont Families,

As we finish up the fabulous 2023-2024 school year, thank you for trusting us with your wonderful children! It has been a great year watching your children grow and flourish. On behalf of the staff at Clermont, we wish you and your families a wonderful summer break. For those of you who like to plan ahead the school supply list is posted on our website. If you choose to order school supplies, which will be delivered right to your child’s desk before the first day of school, the link is School Supplies. This will be the last Eaglegram of the 2023-24 school year. However, please stay tuned for more updates coming over the summer about the 2024-25 school year.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer!

Warmly,

Ms. Salata and Mrs. Younger, Principals

Clermont students gave former Clermont graduating seniors a big round of applause yesterday during our annual Alumni Walk.

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!  

Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)

The last day of the 2023-24 school year is Wednesday, June 12, and students will be dismissed early. Clermont will dismiss at 1:50 pm. 

Plan ahead and check out 2024-2025 calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar 

Summer Office Hours

From June 18 – August 2 the office hours will be Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. The office will be closed June 17, June 19, and July 3-5. We will return to the normal office hours of 8:00 am – 4:30 pm on Monday, August 5.

Reminder: All library books were due May 29th. Please return all library books!

Order Your SY24-25 School Supplies Today!

In cooperation with the Clermont PTA, Campus Survival Kits has assembled kits of all necessary supplies for one low price!

Avoid the stores and get all the supplies you need! Your child’s supplies will be delivered in a custom Clermont Elementary drawstring backpack directly to their classroom by the first day of school. 

Get a head start on the 2024-25 school year by pre-purchasing your child’s school supplies!

ORDER ONLINE BY JULY 15!

www.campussurvivalkits.com/clermont

School Health Room Medication Pick Up

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site  on  the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

If you have any questions, please contact our school health room aide, Tina Buckingham, at [email protected], or our school public health nurse, Hassan Sesay at [email protected].

This week during our school-wide morning meeting we celebrated Paula Treger, who will be retiring after almost 27 years as a counselor at Clermont Elementary. We will miss you Mrs. Treger!!!!

The PTA Needs You!

As we approach the end of the school year, we are still in search of a Vice President of Enrichment for the 2024-2025 school year. If we are unable to find one, we will have to say goodbye to some school-favorite events such as International Festival, Science Festival, Math Nights, and more. We need your help! Whomever fills this role will not work alone - they will have support from event chairs, committee members, fellow board members, and school admin & staff! But without a board member to oversee these efforts, we will be unable to continue to plan these events for the upcoming school year. 

Here is what is required from this role:

* Attend (1) virtual board meeting per month

* Attend (4) virtual or in-person membership meetings per year

* Oversee committee/event chairs for activities and groups that fall under this role, including:

• International Festival
• Science Festival
• Math Nights
• Veteran's Day
• Odyssey of the Mind
• Learning Garden
• Run at Recess

If you are willing to assist in joining our board, please reach out as soon as possible to [email protected]. We will vote on Monday, June 10th to elect the new board for the school year. Thank you!

Recently, Clermont kindergarteners collaborated with sculpture students at Edison High School. The kindergarteners imagined and drew monsters, while the Edison sculpture students brought them to life with clay. On June 6th, students from both schools displayed their works during a special art show in the Clermont cafeteria.

📈 SOL Scores Posted in SIS ParentVUE by June 12

Families can find Standards of Learning (SOL) reports for spring testing in the SIS ParentVUE Documents section on or before the last day of school. Log in to your ParentVUE account to access the following:

• For all students, the official SOL Score Report with overall and reporting category performance for all spring tests.
• For grade 3-8 students, the SOL Growth Parent Report shows performance over time for state reading and math tests completed this school year.

Visit the FCPS website for additional information about spring assessment reporting practices and timelines.

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Running at Recess celebrated the end of the school year with awards and popsicles. Congratulations runners!

Summer Fun for All! Summer Camps and Adapted Recreation

The Family Resource Center (FRC) has a list of dozens of summer camps including general camps, camps for students with a variety of needs, and camps for children of military personnel. 

They’ve also prepared a list of adapted resources, sorted by activity, that are inclusive for children and adults of various physical abilities. 

Learn more by calling 703-204-3941, emailing [email protected], or visiting the FRC webpage.

Calendar

• June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm
• 17: Eid al-Adha 
• 19: Juneteenth
• August 19: First Day of 2024-25 School Year
• August 30-September 2: Labor Day Break - No School

Calendar Spotlight - June

• Caribbean American Heritage Month
• LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
• June 7: Gun Violence Awareness Day (Wear Orange)

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)
• School Health Room Medication Pick Up

PTA News

• The PTA Needs You!

FCPS News

• 🚌 Shift Gears Into a New Career at the FCPS Bus Driver Job Fair
• 🏫 Make a “SUB”stantial Difference in FCPS

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Field Day Fun! 

Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)

The last day of the 2023-24 school year is Wednesday, June 12, and students will be dismissed early. Clermont will dismiss at 1:50 pm. 

Plan ahead and check out 2024-2025 calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar 

Reminder: All library books were due May 29th. Please return all library books!

School Health Room Medication Pick Up

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site  on  the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

If you have any questions, please contact our school health room aide, Tina Buckingham, at [email protected], or our school public health nurse, Hassan Sesay at [email protected].

Students cool off and get creative during an indoor field day activity. 

The PTA Needs You!

As we approach the end of the school year, we are still in search of a Vice President of Enrichment for the 2024-2025 school year. If we are unable to find one, we will have to say goodbye to some school-favorite events such as International Festival, Science Festival, Math Nights, and more. We need your help! Whomever fills this role will not work alone - they will have support from event chairs, committee members, fellow board members, and school admin & staff! But without a board member to oversee these efforts, we will be unable to continue to plan these events for the upcoming school year. 

Here is what is required from this role:

* Attend (1) virtual board meeting per month

* Attend (4) virtual or in-person membership meetings per year

* Oversee committee/event chairs for activities and groups that fall under this role, including:

• International Festival
• Science Festival
• Math Nights
• Veteran's Day
• Odyssey of the Mind
• Learning Garden
• Run at Recess

If you are willing to assist in joining our board, please reach out as soon as possible to [email protected]. We will vote on Monday, June 10th to elect the new board for the school year. Thank you!

🚌 Shift Gears Into a New Career at the FCPS Bus Driver Job Fair

The Office of Transportation Services will host a bus driver job fair Friday, June 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Stonecroft Transportation Center. Driving for FCPS is a great opportunity for stay-at-home parents, retirees, college students, and career switchers to earn income with benefits. No registration is needed. Apply today! Questions? Call 571-423-3000 or email [email protected].

🏫 Make a “SUB”stantial Difference in FCPS

FCPS is always looking for kind and caring substitute teachers and substitute instructional assistants to ensure our students continue to thrive when teachers and instructional assistants need to be out of the classroom. FCPS substitutes provide consistency and continuity for our students and make a “SUB”stantial difference in our schools! Learn more at www.fcps.edu/careers/career-opportunities/substitute-teaching. 

Fifth graders participate in the 'Operation Safe Passage' activity during their field trip to the National Museum of the United States Army. 

Calendar

• June 4: Strings Concert, 7:00 pm @ Edison HS
• June 6: Evening Band Concert, 6:00 pm @ Clermont ES 
• June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm
• 17: Eid al-Adha 
• 19: Juneteenth
• August 19: First Day of 2024-25 School Year

Calendar Spotlight - June

• Caribbean American Heritage Month
• LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
• June 7: Gun Violence Awareness Day (Wear Orange)

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Memorial Day Holiday
• Field Day
• School Health Room Medication Pick Up
• Collection for Families in Need

PTA News

• Schools of Excellence Community Feedback Survey

Edison Pyramid News

• Check Out These Edison High School Sport Camps!

  • Co-Ed Tennis Camp

  • Co-Ed Basketball Camp

Military Family News

• Virtual Webinar from the Military Child Education Coalition

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Clermont students demonstrated over 400 kind acts of “belonging” by helping others feel included, and Ms. Salata serenaded them in a unicorn suit at arrival Monday morning!

Memorial Day Holiday

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day. See the complete school year calendar.

Pictured: Sixth graders design blades for wind turbines. Mr. Christopher Scaptura from the STEAM office worked students as they selected different variables to test in their designs.

Field Day

Field Day 2024 is approaching! Our date will be Friday, May 31st with a rain date of Friday, June 7th. We would love to have parent volunteers help out with the fun and keep everything organized and running smoothly. Our schedule will be K-2 participating from 9:30-11:30 am and grades 3-6 participating from 1:30-3:30 pm. If you would like to help with one or both of these time slots, please sign up at the link below. Thank you for your help and we can’t wait to have you join in on the fun!

Field Day Volunteer Sign Up

Attention: All library books are due by next Wednesday, May 29th! 

School Health Room Medication Pick Up

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site  on  the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

If you have any questions, please contact our school health room aide, Tina Buckingham, at [email protected], or our school public health nurse, Hassan Sesay at [email protected].

Collection for Families in Need

Clermont is sponsoring a collection to benefit Koinonia. Koinonia is a local organization which distributes food and other items to families in need in our community. Donations are accepted during the month of May. Donations boxes are in the lobby.

Koinonia specifically requested the following items: condiments, salad dressing, dry pasta, cereal (hot and cold), canned tomatoes, mac and cheese, instant potatoes, canned pasta, canned pea, toothpaste, bath soap, shampoo, tissues, paper towels and TP, brownies, cake and cookie mix

Please avoid glass containers.

Please show you C.A.R.E. by helping others in need. Thank you!!!

BRAVO to the sixth grade cast and crewmembers who put on the production of The Golden Bird, under the direction of Clermont music teacher, Aliyah Fowler. We were blown away by their performance! Thank you to Ms. Fowler and the parent volunteers who devoted many hours to after-school rehearsals and planning to make this play possible. 

Schools of Excellence Community Feedback Survey

The Clermont PTA knows that a strong partnership among our families, school leaders and community members is important to the success of our students and school. That’s why we are participating in the National PTA School of Excellence program, which grows partnerships between PTAs and schools to enrich the educational experience and overall well-being of all students.

At a National PTA School of Excellence, families feel welcomed and empowered to support student success, and PTA is a key partner for continuous school improvement. We feel Clermont Elementary School and Clermont PTA can achieve that together—and the result will be national, state and community-wide visibility for the positive impact we are making together at Clermont Elementary School.

We need your help! As part of the process, National PTA requests feedback from families, administrators and teachers at two points in the school year—the beginning and the end. Your feedback will help us improve our family-school partnership and achieve excellence.

Please take 5-10 minutes to reflect on your experience at this school and complete the linked survey.  Select the option that most accurately expresses how you feel about your experience. This survey is completely anonymous. Please complete this survey by Tuesday May 28, 2024.

Schools of Excellence Community Feedback Survey Links:

English

Español

Thank you for your continued support and collaboration as we work toward becoming a National PTA School of Excellence!

Congratulations to our Girls on the Run members who completed a 5k over the weekend! We are so proud!

Check Out These Edison High School Sport Camps! Co-Ed Tennis Camp

June 24-28 & July 8-12

9 a.m.- 12 p.m. daily

Open to Grades 3-12

Contact: Coach W

For more details and to register click here!

Weekly Rate: $175 beginner/$225 advanced

Daily Rate: $50 beginner/$65 advanced

Co-Ed Basketball Camp

July 8-12

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily

Open to Grades 4-9

Register Here!

Pre-Pay: $215 per camper

At the Door: $225 per Camper

Camp Highlights: Daily Competitions, skills stations and 5 v 5 game play - Daily Concession Stand -  Opportunity to win prizes! - Championship Friday -  Awards Ceremony - Camp T-Shirt

Above, students participate in a fashion show during PTA’s International Festival. The event was educational and inclusive, and we loved reading the displays from so many different countries! Thanks to all who participated and volunteered!

Virtual Webinar from the Military Child Education Coalition

Strengthening Relationships During Military Transitions: In this webinar we discuss the importance of strong relationships in the life of a military child during transitions. We also share tips on how to strengthen the relationships in your community and within your family. This program is sponsored by the Navy Child and Youth Programs

Date: Tuesday, May 28

Time: 12:00 p.m.

Registration: Strengthening Relationships During Military Transitions  Webinar Registration

Calendar

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

May 29: All Library Books Due

May 31:  Field Day 

June 4: Strings Concert, 7:00 pm @ Edison HS

June 6: Evening Band Concert, 6:00 pm @ Clermont ES 

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - May

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Better Hearing and Speech Month
• National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Clermont is on Instagram!
• Field Day
• SOL Schedule
• Collection for Families in Need

PTA News

• Bingo Night!
• Miss Mac Award Nominations Now Open
• Schools of Excellence Community Feedback Survey

FCPS News

• Community Conversations with Dr. Reid

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Clermont is on Instagram!

Follow Clermont on social media to see the latest photos and happenings from the school!

Instagram: @clermontelementary (NEW!!!) 

Facebook: @ClermontElementarySchool 

Field Day

Field Day 2024 is approaching! Our date will be Friday, May 31st with a rain date of Friday, June 7th. We would love to have parent volunteers help out with the fun and keep everything organized and running smoothly. Our schedule will be K-2 participating from 9:15 – 11:45 am and grades 3-6 participating from 1:15 – 3:45 pm. If you would like to help with one or both of these time slots, please sign up at the link below. Thank you for your help and we can’t wait to have you join in on the fun!

Field Day Volunteer Sign Up

SOL Schedule

Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 is underway.  Students in 5th grade will take the math SOL next Wednesday, May 22nd. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible. If your child is eligible for an SOL retake, Ms. Younger or Ms. Salata will contact you by phone. 

Collection for Families in Need

Clermont is sponsoring a collection to benefit Koinonia. Koinonia is a local organization which distributes food and other items to families in need in our community. Donations are accepted during the month of May. Donations boxes are in the lobby.

Koinonia specifically requested the following items: condiments, salad dressing, dry pasta, cereal (hot and cold), canned tomatoes, mac and cheese, instant potatoes, canned pasta, canned pea, toothpaste, bath soap, shampoo, tissues, paper towels and TP, brownies, cake and cookie mix

Please avoid glass containers.

Please show you C.A.R.E. by helping others in need. Thank you!!!

Bingo Night! Join the Clermont PTA for Bingo Night! 

Wednesday, May 22nd
Clermont Cafeteria
First Game @ 6 pm
Last Game @ 7:30 pm

Prizes include Gift Cards, FREE soccer camp & REC basketball registration, movie tickets, and much more! 

Guest Callers: Ms. Crouse & Mr. Pegula! 

Register Here

Bring Your Own Dinner

Drinks & Dessert on the Clermont PTA!

Miss Mac Award Nominations Now Open

Though Clermont is filled with exceptional teachers and staff, an award was established in 2008 to recognize an employee who has gone above and beyond for our students. The Miss Mac award is named in memory of Clermont kindergarten aide, Ashley McIntosh. The award recognizes a Clermont staff member who exemplifies the values Miss McIntosh brought to her teaching.

All Clermont teachers and staff who have not won The Miss Mac Award in the last 7 years are eligible for this award. The deadline for nominations is Monday, May 20, 2024.

We will evaluate all the submissions and present the award and a check for $500 to the recipient at the final Clermont Elementary staff meeting of the school year!

For more information about the Miss Mac Award, nominee criteria, and to submit your nominations visit the PTA website:  https://clermontpta.membershiptoolkit.com/miss-mac-award

Questions? Contact Diane Lundin at [email protected]

Schools of Excellence Community Feedback Survey

The Clermont PTA knows that a strong partnership among our families, school leaders and community members is important to the success of our students and school. That’s why we are participating in the National PTA School of Excellence program, which grows partnerships between PTAs and schools to enrich the educational experience and overall well-being of all students.

At a National PTA School of Excellence, families feel welcomed and empowered to support student success, and PTA is a key partner for continuous school improvement. We feel Clermont Elementary School and Clermont PTA can achieve that together—and the result will be national, state and community-wide visibility for the positive impact we are making together at Clermont Elementary School.

We need your help! As part of the process, National PTA requests feedback from families, administrators and teachers at two points in the school year—the beginning and the end. Your feedback will help us improve our family-school partnership and achieve excellence.

Please take 5-10 minutes to reflect on your experience at this school and complete the linked survey.  Select the option that most accurately expresses how you feel about your experience. This survey is completely anonymous. Please complete this survey by Tuesday May 28, 2024.

Schools of Excellence Community Feedback Survey Links:

English

Español

Thank you for your continued support and collaboration as we work toward becoming a National PTA School of Excellence!

Community Conversations with Dr. Reid

Dr. Michelle Reid has been hosting Community Conversations and Employee Conversations throughout the division since the fall of this school year. She is committed to getting to know our school communities. 

The dates for the final two Community Conversations are below. These events provide a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect with Dr. Reid, share concerns and ideas. She is there to listen and answer your questions. Your voice is important.

We invite you to register for one of the last two community conversations of the school year. Please register for a time and place that is convenient for you. Pre-registration is not required, but does help us plan. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

Upcoming Community Conversations:

• May 16, 2024 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
  at Poe Middle School, 7000 Cindy Ln, Annandale, VA 22003  - REGISTER  HERE
• May 28, 2024 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
  at Katherine Johnson Middle School, 3801 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030  - REGISTER  HERE

We look forward to seeing you at one of the last two Superintendent Community Conversations of the year.

Calendar

May 23:  School Play, 7:00 pm

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

May 31:  Field Day 

June 4: Strings Concert, 7:00 pm @ Edison HS

June 6: Evening Band Concert, 6:00 pm

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - May

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Better Hearing and Speech Month
• National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
• May 18: National Speech Pathologist Day

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Thank You!!!
• Franconia District Supervisor Visit
• Field Day
• A Spot of Belonging
• SOL Schedule
• Collection for Families in Need

PTA News

• Miss Mac Award Nominations Now Open

Community News

• Twain Community Night
• V.I.P Summer Camp
• SoCo Summer Strings

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Thank You!!!

Thank you so much to the Clermont PTA and community for the many kind gestures of appreciation this week! The Clermont staff appreciates your partnership and support. From smoothies, to sidewalk art, to an all-staff luncheon (with lots of help from family volunteers) and more, we felt the love all week!

Franconia District Supervisor Visit

Franconia District Supervisor, Mr. Rodney Lusk, from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, came to visit Clermont Monday morning for our School Wide Morning Meeting! This was a great opportunity for Supervisor Lusk to meet various members of the Clermont team, interact with the students, and see some of the amazing things our students do at Clermont! Supervisor Lusk spent some time doing a Q&A with Mrs. Cox’s 6th grade classroom and sparked their interest in local government. We are very grateful to Supervisor Lusk for making time to visit our awesome Eagles!

Field Day

Field Day 2024 is approaching! Our date will be Friday, May 31st with a rain date of Friday, June 7th. We would love to have parent volunteers help out with the fun and keep everything organized and running smoothly. Our schedule will be K-2 participating from 9:15 – 11:45 and grades 3-6 participating from 1:15 – 3:45. If you would like to help with one or both of these time slots, please sign up at the link below. Thank you for your help and we can’t wait to have you join in on the fun!

Field Day Volunteer Sign Up

A Spot of Belonging

Above, SCA representatives compose chalk messages aimed at fostering acceptance and a sense of belonging. Clermont students demonstrated acceptance and accrued 400 “belonging spots” over the past two months. Incentives included a spirited cheer performed by Mr. Gayl during a school-wide morning meeting, and multiple staff members gracefully roller-skating through the halls. The next step will be a special surprise from Ms. Salata!

SOL Schedule

Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 will take place during the month of May. Specific grade level testing dates are below. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible.

SOL Testing Schedule

3rd Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

4th Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

5th Grade

• May 9: Reading
• May 16: Science
• May 22: Math

6th Grade

• May 8: Reading
• May 15: Math

Collection for Families in Need Follow us on Social Media!

Clermont is sponsoring a collection to benefit Koinonia. Koinonia is a local organization which distributes food and other items to families in need in our community. Donations are accepted during the month of May. Donations boxes are in the lobby.

Koinonia specifically requested the following items: condiments, salad dressing, dry pasta, cereal (hot and cold), canned tomatoes, mac and cheese, instant potatoes, canned pasta, canned pea, toothpaste, bath soap, shampoo, tissues, paper towels and TP, brownies, cake and cookie mix

Please avoid glass containers.

Please show you C.A.R.E. by helping others in need. Thank you!!!

Miss Mac Award Nominations Now Open

Though Clermont is filled with exceptional teachers and staff, an award was established in 2008 to recognize an employee who has gone above and beyond for our students. The Miss Mac award is named in memory of Clermont kindergarten aide, Ashley McIntosh. The award recognizes a Clermont staff member who exemplifies the values Miss McIntosh brought to her teaching.

All Clermont teachers and staff who have not won The Miss Mac Award in the last 7 years are eligible for this award. The deadline for nominations is Monday, May 20, 2024.

We will evaluate all the submissions and present the award and a check for $500 to the recipient at the final Clermont Elementary staff meeting of the school year!

For more information about the Miss Mac Award, nominee criteria, and to submit your nominations visit the PTA website:  https://clermontpta.membershiptoolkit.com/miss-mac-award

Questions? Contact Diane Lundin at [email protected]

Twain Community Night

Join Twain Middle School for the annual Twain Community Night on Thursday, May 16 from 6-8 pm. This is a family-fun event open to the community. The PTA will be selling pizza, other concessions, and spirit wear. All Twain departments will be represented. Don't miss the Pick a Prize Raffle with many great prizes, including Washington Nationals Baseball tickets!

V.I.P Summer Camp

Are you looking for an affordable FCPS summer camp? The Eastern Fairfax V.I.P Summer Camp may be for your child. The camp is only for rising 7th and rising 8th graders who attend Mark Twain, Hayfield, Whitman, Key or Sandburg Middle Schools. The camp will be at Sandburg Middle School and will run from July 1st – August 1st from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. Transportation will be provided for all students in need. Students will participate daily in sports activities, computer lab, game room and a cooking component as well as 5 field trips.

The registration form is located on the Mark Twain MS website and will stay open until June 1st. Please register soon as spots will fill up.

Questions? Reach out to Dominic Amato, After School Specialist @ Twain MS: [email protected]

SoCo Summer Strings

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

Calendar

May 17: PTA International Festival, 5:30-7:30 pm

May 23:  School Play, 7:00 pm

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

May 31:  Field Day - More Details Coming Soon! 

June 4: Strings Concert, 7:00 pm @ Edison HS

June 6: Evening Band Concert, 6:00 pm

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - May

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Better Hearing and Speech Month
• National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
• May 18: National Speech Pathologist Day

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Good evening

 Are you interested in helping out the Twain Middle School after school program and eating Chipotle at the same time?! 

• Please come out to Kingstowne Chipotle on Wednesday, May 8th from 4-8 pm. The address is 5955 Kingstowne Towne Center Alexandria, VA 22315.  
• 25% of all proceeds will go back to the Mark Twain After School Program. 
• Mr. Amato will be giving out free candy with every purchase.
• The code for an online order to still help with the fundraiser is - X4AM2B3

Thank you in advance for your support and we hope to see all our Twain and future Twain students and families Wednesday night!

Mr. Amato

Mark Twain Middle School

After School Specialist

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Thank You Dr. Reid! 
• SOL Schedule
• Lost & Found
• Collection for Families in Need
• Follow us on Social Media!

PTA News

• Next Week is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

  • Volunteers Needed!

  • Chalk Night Cancelled for Sunday May 5th

• Last Day for International Festival Registration!
• Miss Mac Award Nominations Now Open

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Thank You Dr. Reid! 

Thank you to FCPS Superintendent, Dr. Michelle C. Reid, for visiting Clermont ES this week! We had a great time showing Dr. Reid all the learning happening here at CES, and our News Crew even put her in the Hot Seat!

SOL Schedule

Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 will take place during the month of May. Specific grade level testing dates are below. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible.

SOL Testing Schedule

3rd Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

4th Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

5th Grade

• May 9: Reading
• May 16: Science
• May 22: Math

6th Grade

• May 8: Reading
• May 15: Math

Lost & Found

Clermont's Lost & Found is overflowing! We have accumulated a large number of coats, sweatshirts, and outerwear. The Lost & Found has been temporarily relocated to the front lobby for your convenience. We encourage students and parents/guardians to come check to see if you have any belongings among the lost items. Any items not claimed by next Friday, May 10th, will be donated.

Collection for Families in Need

Clermont is sponsoring a collection to benefit Koinonia. Koinonia is a local organization which distributes food and other items to families in need in our community. Donations are accepted during the month of May. Donations boxes are in the lobby.

Koinonia specifically requested the following items: condiments, salad dressing, dry pasta, cereal (hot and cold), canned tomatoes, mac and cheese, instant potatoes, canned pasta, canned pea, toothpaste, bath soap, shampoo, tissues, paper towels and TP, brownies, cake and cookie mix

Please avoid glass containers.

Please show you C.A.R.E. by helping others in need. Thank you!!!

Follow us on Social Media!

Follow Clermont on social media to see the latest photos and happenings from the school!

Facebook: @ClermontElementarySchool

Instagram: @clermontelementary (NEW!!!) 

Next Week is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is next week, May 6-10! 

We have a lot of stuff planned for the Clermont staff. 

Volunteers Needed!

Classroom Volunteers: We are still seeking volunteers to help supervise classrooms next Friday, May 10th during the Staff Appreciation Luncheon. Several classes do not yet have any volunteers signed up. If your child's classroom volunteer list is full, feel free to sign up for another classroom still in need of volunteers! Visit this link for more details and to sign up! Staff Lunch Classroom Volunteer Sign Up

Grab & Go Snacks: We will be celebrating Clermont staff with Grab-and-Go snacks on Monday, May 6. Sign up for a slot below to help us fill the courtyard with a variety of goodies. Grab-and-Go Snacks Sign Up

Chalk Night Cancelled for Sunday May 5th

Unfortunately, due to the rainy forecast our chalk night originally planned for Sunday, May 5th has been cancelled. 

We'll be monitoring the weather day by day to find an alternative date for rescheduling. 

Last Day for International Festival Registration!

As a reminder, the PTA is hosting an international festival on Friday, May 17th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Clermont. It will be a fun and educational experience celebrating the diverse cultural backgrounds that make up our wonderful Clermont Community!

As of Monday, over 120 people have registered to attend the festival. Activities will include:

• Country display tables: There are currently 10 different countries being represented. For those interested in hosting a table, there are still tables available in the gym (food is not permitted at these tables).
• Cultural performances: Demonstrations will include a Filipino martial arts performance.
• Fashion show: There are currently six different countries being represented in the show with over 12 participants.
• Food: Pizza can be preordered from the Fly Pizza Truck closer to the event date.
• Dessert: Ice cream can be purchased at the festival from one of our very own Clermont parent’s ice cream truck!

Please visit https://tinyurl.com/yjwhc6bt to sign up for the event, host a country display table, and/or participate in the fashion show. Students must be accompanied by an adult.

We also need parent volunteers. Please consider volunteering for set up, check in, and/or clean up. To volunteer, go to https://tinyurl.com/3bxxm5jp

Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Miss Mac Award Nominations Now Open

Though Clermont is filled with exceptional teachers and staff, an award was established in 2008 to recognize an employee who has gone above and beyond for our students. The Miss Mac award is named in memory of Clermont kindergarten aide, Ashley McIntosh. The award recognizes a Clermont staff member who exemplifies the values Miss McIntosh brought to her teaching.

All Clermont teachers and staff who have not won The Miss Mac Award in the last 7 years are eligible for this award. The deadline for nominations is Monday, May 20, 2024.

We will evaluate all the submissions and present the award and a check for $500 to the recipient at the final Clermont Elementary staff meeting of the school year!

For more information about the Miss Mac Award, nominee criteria, and to submit your nominations visit the PTA website:  https://clermontpta.membershiptoolkit.com/miss-mac-award

Questions? Contact Diane Lundin at [email protected]

Calendar

May 5: Orthodox Easter

May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

May 17: PTA International Festival, 5:30-7:30 pm

May 23:  School Play, 7:00 pm

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

May 31:  Field Day - More Details Coming Soon! 

June 4: Strings Concert, 7:00 pm @ Edison HS

June 6: Evening Band Concert, (Time TBA)

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - May

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Better Hearing and Speech Month
• National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
• May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• May 8: National School Nurse Day
• May 10: School Communicators Day
• May 18: National Speech Pathologist Day

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Spring SOL Testing
• Last Weekend for Yearbook Orders!
• Follow us on Social Media!
• Will You Be Moving this Summer?

PTA News

• International Festival – Registration Closes May 3!
• Clermont Staff Appreciation Week Coming Soon!

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Spring SOL Testing

Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 will take place during the month of May. Specific grade level testing dates are below. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible.

SOL Testing Schedule

3rd Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

4th Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

5th Grade

• May 9: Reading
• May 16: Science
• May 22: Math

6th Grade

• May 8: Reading
• May 15: Math

Last Weekend for Yearbook Orders!

Yearbooks are on sale NOW. Place your order today! Yearbooks may be ordered online at www.barksdalestorefront.com.

Yearbook Access Code: 0036778YB

Orders must be placed by this Monday, April 29th. 

Follow us on Social Media!

Follow Clermont on social media to see the latest photos and happenings from the school!

Facebook: @ClermontElementarySchool

Instagram: @clermontelementary (NEW!!!) 

Will You Be Moving this Summer?

As part of the counseling program at Clermont Elementary, we have small group counseling on the topic of moving. The groups meet one time per week for 3 weeks. Meetings are during the school day and last for thirty minutes. 

Please complete this form if you would like your child to participate. 

If you have any questions or concerns or are unable to electronically fill out the form, please contact your child’s counselor.

Please complete the form no later than May 3rd.

International Festival – Registration Closes May 3!

As a reminder, the PTA is hosting an international festival on Friday, May 17th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Clermont. It will be a fun and educational experience celebrating the diverse cultural backgrounds that make up our wonderful Clermont Community!

As of Monday, over 120 people have registered to attend the festival. Activities will include:

• Country display tables: There are currently 10 different countries being represented. For those interested in hosting a table, there are still tables available in the gym (food is not permitted at these tables).
• Cultural performances: Demonstrations will include a Filipino martial arts performance.
• Fashion show: There are currently six different countries being represented in the show with over 12 participants.
• Food: Pizza can be preordered from the Fly Pizza Truck closer to the event date.
• Dessert: Ice cream can be purchased at the festival from one of our very own Clermont parent’s ice cream truck!

Please visit https://tinyurl.com/yjwhc6bt to sign up for the event, host a country display table, and/or participate in the fashion show. Students must be accompanied by an adult.

We also need parent volunteers. Please consider volunteering for set up, check in, and/or clean up. To volunteer, go to https://tinyurl.com/3bxxm5jp

Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Clermont Staff Appreciation Week Coming Soon!

Clermont Staff Appreciation Week will be held the week of May 6-10. 

We have a lot of stuff planned for the Clermont staff. Volunteer opportunities below: 

Grab-and-Go Snacks Sign Up

Staff Lunch Classroom Volunteer Sign Up

Chalk Night Returns!

Please join us Sunday, May 5th from 6:00-7:30 pm in front of the school as we kick off our Staff Appreciation week. Come write or draw a message to your favorite staff member on the sidewalk in front of Clermont. We'll supply the chalk. You and your student(s) will bring the creativity!

Calendar

April 22-30: Passover

May 3: Teacher Work day - No School

May 5: Orthodox Easter

May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - April

• Month of the Military Child

• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• National Poetry Month

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Yearbook Sale
• Month of the Military Child

  • Clermont in the News! 

• Spring SOL Testing
• Will You Be Moving this Summer?

PTA News

• International Festival Registration is Open!
• Clermont Staff Appreciation Week Coming Soon!

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

Military Family News

• Virtual Webinar from the Military Child Education Coalition

Clermont Kindergarteners got a treat this week with a special visit from Doug Kammerer, Chief Meteorologist from NBC Washington!

Yearbook Sale

Yearbooks are on sale NOW. Place your order today! Yearbooks may be ordered online at www.barksdalestorefront.com.

Yearbook Access Code: 0036778YB

Order forms were also sent home with students this week. Orders must be placed by April 29th. 

Month of the Military Child Clermont in the News! 

April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience.

This Wednesday was Purple Up! Day in support of military children. At Clermont, we ended the day with a “clap off” parade honoring military connected students. Reporters from WTOP and WJLA news joined us for the occasion and interviewed members of our Military Kids Club. Check out the article from WTOP News linked below to read more! 

WTOP News Article: At one Fairfax Co. school, military kids bond over shared challenges.

Clermont students and staff proudly wore purple in support of military children this Wednesday, April 17th. 

Spring SOL Testing

Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 will take place during the month of May. Specific grade level testing dates are below. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible.

SOL Testing Schedule

3rd Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

4th Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

5th Grade

• May 9: Reading
• May 16: Science
• May 22: Math

6th Grade

• May 8: Reading
• May 15: Math

Will You Be Moving this Summer?

As part of the counseling program at Clermont Elementary, we have small group counseling on the topic of moving. The groups meet one time per week for 3 weeks. Meetings are during the school day and last for thirty minutes. 

Please complete this form if you would like your child to participate. 

If you have any questions or concerns or are unable to electronically fill out the form, please contact your child’s counselor.

Please complete the form no later than May 3rd.

International Festival Registration is Open!

It is official! The PTA is hosting an international festival on Friday, May 17th, from 5:30-7:30 pm at Clermont ES. It will be a fun and educational experience, celebrating the diverse cultural backgrounds that make up our wonderful Clermont Community!

Activities will include country display tables, cultural performances, a fashion show, and pizza and ice cream food trucks. (Ice cream can be purchased onsite. More information to follow closer to the event about pre-ordering pizza.)

Thank you to those that completed the survey so that we could gauge interest!

Please visit https://tinyurl.com/yjwhc6bt to confirm registration. On the website, you may also sign up to host a country display table and/or participate in the fashion show.

Students must be accompanied by an adult. Registration closes Friday, May 3rd.

We also need parent volunteers. Please consider volunteering for set up, check in, and/or clean up. To volunteer, go to International Festival Volunteer Sign-Up

Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Clermont Staff Appreciation Week Coming Soon!

Clermont Staff Appreciation Week will be held the week of May 6-10. 

We have a lot of stuff planned for the Clermont staff. Volunteer opportunities below: 

Grab-and-Go Snacks Sign Up

Staff Lunch Classroom Volunteer Sign Up

Chalk Night Returns!

Please join us Sunday, May 5th from 6:00-7:30 pm in front of the school as we kick off our Staff Appreciation week. Come write or draw a message to your favorite staff member on the sidewalk in front of Clermont. We'll supply the chalk. You and your student(s) will bring the creativity!

Virtual Webinar from the Military Child Education Coalition

Growth Mindset: In this webinar we define both types of mindsets, share the benefits of growth mindset and how it can help shape the future of your military-connected child. This program is sponsored by the Navy Child and Youth Programs

Date: Tuesday, April 23

Time: 12:00 pm

Registration: Growth Mindset Webinar Registration

Instructional assistant, Hala Elgendy, plays soccer with 6th grade students.

Calendar

April 22-30: Passover

April 22: Earth Day

April 24: Theraveda New Year

May 3: Teacher Work day - No School

May 5: Orthodox Easter

May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - April

• Month of the Military Child

• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• National Poetry Month

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In This Issue Clermont News

• Yearbook Sale
• April is the Month of the Military Child
• Spring SOL Testing
• Upcoming Edison Pyramid Theatre Productions

PTA News

• International Festival Interest Survey
• 3rd and 4th Grade Math Night Tuesday April 16th
• 🏆April Soaring Eagle Nominations NOW OPEN!

Military Family News

• Virtual Webinars from the Military Child Education Coalition

Calendar

• Calendar Spotlight

On Monday, all students and staff had the opportunity to safely witness the solar eclipse. A very special thank you to incoming Clermont parent, Mrs. Hyde, for facilitating the generous donation of eclipse safety glasses from the National Science Foundation!

Yearbook Sale

Yearbooks are on sale NOW. Place your order today! Yearbooks may be ordered online at www.barksdalestorefront.com.

Yearbook Access Code: 0036778YB

Order forms were also sent home with students this week. Orders must be placed by April 29th. 

April is the Month of the Military Child

During the month of April we will honor our military connected students in the following ways:

• During “Military Monday” news show segments, students will share their thoughts about military life.
• Military connected students will engage in a lesson about the Remarkable Farkle McBride which focuses on GRIT, coping with challenging feelings and flexibility.
• A poster showcasing our students will be on display. 
• On Purple Up Day, Wednesday, April 17th, students and staff are encouraged to wear purple. A “clap off” parade will be held honoring military connected students. 
• Administration will honor students with a certificate of appreciation. 

Please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] with any questions.

April is the Month of the Military Child. Wear purple next Wednesday, April 17th to show your support!

Twinning in Kindergarten. 

Spring SOL Testing

Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for grades 3-6 will take place during the month of May. Specific grade level testing dates are below. Please ensure that your children get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and show up to school on-time on testing days. Also, we request that you avoid appointments or unnecessary absences on your children's testing dates whenever possible.

SOL Testing Schedule

3rd Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

4th Grade

• May 7: Reading
• May 14: Math

5th Grade

• May 9: Reading
• May 16: Science
• May 22: Math

6th Grade

• May 8: Reading
• May 15: Math

Upcoming Edison Pyramid Theatre Productions

Mark Twain Middle School and Thomas Edison High School's theatre departments both have kid-friendly productions coming up. Check out the details below. (You might even see some former Clermont Eagles among the casts!)

Mark Twain Middle School Presents: Frozen Jr

Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee

April 18-19, 7:00 pm

April 20th, 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Mark Twain Cafetorium, 4700 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310

Twain Theatre Website

Thomas Edison High School's Edison Theatre Company Presents: The Addams Family

a New Musical Comedy

May 1-2, 7:00 pm

May 4, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Thomas Edison High School Auditorium, 5801 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310

Your Family is Invited to Visit our "Family"!

Special offer for elementary and middle school families: 50% off your ticket purchase for May 1 or 2! 

1. Go to edisontheatrecompany.org
2. Scroll down to “Click here” to purchase tickets.
3. Select the May 1 or May 2 performance.
4. Choose your ticket options and number of tickets.
5. Enter code “FutureEagle” in the promotion field at check-out for 50% discount (for up to 6 tickets).
6. Feel free to print at home or save the tickets to your device for when you attend the show!

DISCOUNT OFFER does not apply to Sat. May 4 performances but tickets are available

International Festival Interest Survey

The Clermont PTA would like to gauge interest in an international festival scheduled for Friday, May 17th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. It will be a fun and educational experience celebrating the diverse cultural backgrounds that make up our wonderful Clermont Community! There will be opportunities to pre-order food from food trucks for dinner and dessert.

We’re also seeking families to share about their culture. Families can contribute by hosting their own country display table, leading a performance or demonstration, and/or participating in a fashion show. Families can also support the event by volunteering to help with set-up or clean-up.

Please answer a quick 3-minute survey no later than Friday, April 12th. https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7775322/International-Festival-Interest-Survey

We will contact families by email or SignUp Genius for additional details and to confirm participation. Questions can be directed to [email protected].

3rd and 4th Grade Math Night Tuesday April 16th

Join the Clermont PTA on Tuesday, April 16th at 5:30 pm for their final math night of the year, this time featuring math stations for our 3rd and 4th grade students! Clermont students will enjoy 10 different stations of grade-appropriate and fun activities. Once all 10 are completed, they receive a math prize! 

Please note that this is not a drop-off event and a parent/guardian will need to stay with their student onsite during the event. 

To get a sense of attendance, please RSVP if you plan to attend:

Register for 3rd & 4th Grade Math Night

We need volunteers to support this event!

Volunteer Sign-Up for 3rd & 4th Grade Math Night

🏆April Soaring Eagle Nominations NOW OPEN!

Has a Clermont teacher or staff member gone above and beyond to make your child's day better and brighter? Nominate them for the PTA Soaring Eagle Award! 🏆

Every month, we celebrate Clermont Elementary School’s incredible teachers and staff who make a significant difference in the lives of our students. Let's celebrate the Clermont teachers and staff who make our school community shine! Nominations for the April award are due by April 30th. 

Nominate Your Soaring Eagle Here!

For more information, visit the PTA Website or contact Diane Lundin at [email protected].

Congratulations to March Soaring Eagle, Joseph Gayl! 

Sixth graders practice opening combination locks during middle school transition lessons with the counselor.

Virtual Webinars from the Military Child Education Coalition

Ups and Downs of Being a Military-Connected Child: While military-connected children encounter challenges associated with the military lifestyle, there are also benefits experienced growing up in a military household. Join us as we share strategies and resources to support your child on this journey. This program is sponsored by the Navy Child and Youth Programs

Date: Tuesday, April 16

Time: 12:00 pm

Registration: Ups and Downs of Being a Military-Connected Child Webinar Registration

Establishing Screentime Boundaries: Technology is all around us and left to their own devices, children will spend endless hours in front of a screen. At the same time, the ability to stay connected is a key benefit for military kids. Join us as we share practical tips for developing healthy screen time habits for your children. This program is sponsored by the Air Force School Liaison Program

Date: Wednesday, April 17

Time: 12:00 pm

Registration: Establishing Screentime Boundaries Webinar Registration

Calendar

April 16: 3rd and 4th Grade Math Night

April 17: Purple Up! Day

April 22-30: Passover

April 24: Theraveda New Year

May 3: Teacher Work day - No School

May 5: Orthodox Easter

May 6-10: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

May 27: Memorial Day - No School

June 12: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal at 1:50 pm

Calendar Spotlight - April

• Month of the Military Child

• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• School Library Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• National Poetry Month

5720 Clermont Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310  | Main Office: 703-921-2400
Attendance: 703-921-2424 | Web | Facebook | Twitter