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PUMA PRESS: April 5, 2024
Important Dates
- April 10 - Holiday- Eid al Fitr
Month of the Military Child
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. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.
National Arab American Heritage Month
FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
Muslim American Heritage Month
Muslim American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, culture, and an enhanced understanding of the diverse population of Muslim Americans. View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Muslim American Heritage Month.
6th Grade Capstone Learning Experience to South Korea
Our students and chaperones had a successful learning experience and are back from our Second Annual Capstone Learning Experience, Powell’s international field trip to South Korea for students in our 6th grade Korean Immersion Program! This international field trip first launched in 2019 and then was unable to continue due to COVID-19 and travel restrictions. We are thrilled that we were able to bring this experience back and offer it once again to our 6th grade students in the Korean Immersion Program.
Our travelers experienced amazing Korean culture in four different cities and learned about Korean traditions and history. We are proud to share that a partnership was established with Yang Jeon Elementary School in Seoul. The students had the opportunity to visit the school and joined the 6th grade English and PE classes and loved every minute. Since the return from the trip the students and chaperones continue to share that the experience was full of joy, laughter, learning, and fun!
We share our sincere appreciation for the sponsors of the trip as it wouldn’t have possible without their generous contributions.
Dr. Eun Hwang, Smile Dentistry
Solomon Academy
Fairway Mortgage
Vesta Settlements
Drs. Charlson & Sunnie Choi
Autumn General Contracting, LLC
Grace Covenant Church - Korean
Kwon's Champion School Fairfax
Keller Williams Realty/Helping You Home
Merrill Lynch - Eric Candelori
Dr.Joo Piano Studio
Kravitz Orthodontics
Cheron Orthodontics
KG class learning about fire safety!
2024 Kindergarten Registration
We're looking forward to welcoming our new kindergarten students in the 2024-25 school year! Registration for new kindergartners is now open!
WHO: Parents or guardians of rising kindergartners—children who will be five years old on or before September 30, 2024.
WHAT: Register your child for the 2024-25 school year in an easy, two-step process.
WHY: Completing registration early will help us be ready to welcome your new kindergartner and make sure your child is eligible for summer enrichment activities.
HOW: Much of the registration process, including the uploading of documents needed for registration, can be completed online.
WHERE: Registration is on the FCPS website. Go to https://www.fcps.edu/registration/kindergarten-registration.
Residency Attestation form is mandatory and can be found here https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/se304.pdf
Total Solar Eclipse on April 8
A total solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, and will be viewable, depending on weather, in Fairfax County. The eclipse will begin in our area around 2:04 p.m. and end around 4:32 p.m., with the maximum eclipse occurring around 3:20 p.m.
Because the timing overlaps with dismissal, it is crucial that students understand the importance of safe viewing practices. We encourage families to review these Solar Eclipse Resources, especially the eye safety information. We hope everyone takes the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon while prioritizing safe solar viewing.
Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read
Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
Centreville Girls Basketball Camp
Come out to Centreville HS this summer to learn basketball skills and knowledge from the talented lady Wildcats! They are the Northern Region Girls’ Basketball Champions and advanced to the Final Four of the State Championship. Camp is under the direction of head coach Jo McLane, Concorde District Coach of the Year. The Wildcats are hosting a summer camp for children ages 6-15. Camp will run June 24-28, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (camp ends at noon on Friday, 6/28). Pizza will be available for purchase for lunch daily. Early bird registration before May 1st costs $250. After May 1st, the camp registration fee is $300. More information can be found at wearecville.net. Register for camp at this link: https://cvillewildcatscamps.jumbula.com/girls-basketball”
Art Show
6th Grade Bake Sale Donations and Volunteers
Calling all bakers and volunteers! The 6th Grade EOY Party Planning Committee is having a Bake Sale during the Spring Book Fair, Tuesday, April 16 (5-7pm). Please consider donating baked goods and/or volunteering. We want to encourage 6th grade students to volunteer! Please sign up here: Sign up Genius
News From the PTA
CPES Spring Fair - April 27th - TICKET PRE- SALE
Don’t miss out on a fun afternoon here at Colin Powell on Saturday, April 27th at 11am-1pm, with Dunk Tanks, Food Trucks, Games and Prizes. Purchase your tickets now instead of waiting in line to purchase tickets. You may purchase extra tickets at the Spring Fun Fair too!
Spring After School Enrichment Programs Enrollment is Now Open
Registration closes Sunday, April 7th. Register using this Link
Save the Date: Silent Auction returning!
CPES PTA's online Silent Auction is returning this April. Proceeds support our students, classrooms, teachers, and staff. Donors and Volunteers are needed!
We need your help in making the Silent Auction a great success!
Do you or someone you know:
- own a local business?
- frequent area businesses?
- offer goods or services?
- possess skills others may be interested in?
- able to share a fun experience?
- hold season tickets?
- own vacation property?
- have the occasional free moment to reach out for auction items or pick-up donations?
- want to support our Powell Puma community?
If you answered -- YES -- to any of the above questions, we'd LOVE for you to join our Auction Committee. Whether it's 15 minutes or a few hours, the majority of the work is done from home on your own time. Contact: [email protected]
YEARBOOK!
Hurry and order your Yearbook before it’s too late! The Deadline has been extended till APRIL 19TH!!! Use this link to order: https://barksdalephoto.com/ and access code: 0036793YB
PTA Meeting
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83762982023?pwd=mDGTrV45x4aeTHeG6bLZC86Ybal6Wc.1#success
Meeting ID: 837 6298 2023
Passcode: 199767
Upcoming Events
● April 15th - Virtual PTA Meeting 7pm
● April 19th - Last Day to order Yearbook
● April 7th - Last Day to Register for Spring Enrichment classes
● April 27th - Spring Fair
● May 7th - Spirit Night @ Sweet Frog
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