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Our teachers and staff at Parklawn share their hearts and go above and beyond every day for our students and families. The week of May 4- May 8 is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! This is a great time to think of special ways to say thank you to our amazing Parklawn staff!
Join in on our Superhero Spirit Day! Students and staff are invited to dress up like superheroes! (Please remember no masks or toy weapons permitted)
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Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is here and we're excited to celebrate our incredible superhero teachers and staff who go above and beyond every single day! The PTA could really use your help to make this week extra special.
The PTA and our amazing administrative team has planned a fun, superhero-themed spirit week to help students show their gratitude in simple but meaningful ways:
Monday - "Power of Kindness" Bring or draw a picture of a flower to give your teacher. Students can add a short "You help me grow by..." message on their picture.
Tuesday - "Super Strength Smiles" Give a high-five or superhero fist bump to all the teachers and staff you see.
Wednesday - "Words Are Your Superpower" Write adjectives describing your teacher to create a "Superhero Profile" (Teacher Name, Superpowers, Secret Identity, Favorite Things)
Thursday - "Hero Moments" Draw a picture of you and your teacher in class. Add a speech bubble with something your teacher often says.
Friday - "Gratitude Saves the Day" + Superhero Dress Up Day Write a thank you note for a teacher or staff member who has helped you. Also be a "helper hero" by doing something kind in the classroom (clean up, help a classmate, etc.) in honor of your teacher.
Students and staff are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superheroes or create their own superhero look! Capes, t-shirts, and school-appropriate costumes are all welcome—let’s end the week by celebrating the superheroes in our building in style!
In addition, families have the option to “fuel our superheroes” by contributing a monetary donation using this link (Givebacks) for lunch during the week. This is a great way to show appreciation and help us treat our staff to something special!
In last week’s Panther Press, we shared that we will be holding elections for the President, Vice President and Treasurer positions at the PTA meeting in May. The Vice President helps to plan events for the school community during the year. The Vice President also works with the President and Treasurer to submit required documents and forms to the Virginia State PTA and National PTA. If you are a member of the PTA and are interested in learning more about or running for any of the open positions, please email current president, Rayne Yates, at parklawnpta@gmail.com.
Parklawn is a special school community with families representing many different places, languages, cultures, and interests. On May 7, we will come together to celebrate each of our family members as one Parklawn family. We invite adults and students to come and experience the joy of diversity represented within our school. Here are ways to Participate:
1: Simply Show Up!
- Bring a picnic dinner for your family as well as a blanket
- You are welcome to come dressed to represent something meaningful to your family (sportswear, traditional dress, pajamas, and more are all accepted and encouraged
2: Showcase an Artifact!
- Bring a meaningful artifact to share during our museum gallery walk
- Ideas: games, art, clothing, books, etc.
- You will have visitors coming to your "booth" to admire your artifact
3: Share at Open Mic!
- Come ready to share one of the arts (dance, music, poetry, etc.)
- Be ready to share your special talents in front of a live audience
Parklawn Family Celebration Spirit Day is Thursday! Students and staff are welcome to come to school dressed to represent something meaningful to their family (sportwear, traditional dress, etc.).
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Come visit Parklawn’s May Family Market from 5-7 pm! We’re partnering with the @Capital Area Food Bank to offer fresh produce and dry goods to members of the Parklawn school community, free of charge. Groceries are available on a first‑come first‑serve basis. We'll see you there! |
 Parklawn's kindergarten orientation is Wednesday, May 20 from 1:30-3:00 pm. Parents/Caregivers and their rising kindergarteners are invited to join us! You can see a day in the life of a kindergartener, visit classrooms and spaces about the building, and meet members of the kindergarten team and Parklawn Family!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
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FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines.
May 4: Evening Orchestra Concert, 5:30; Band concert 6:30 pm
May 4-8: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
May 7: Parklawn Family Night! 5:30-7:30
May 14: PTA meeting and Monthly Market
May 20: Last Early Release Wednesday
May 20: Kindergarten Orientation 1:30-3
May 21: Artful Spring Sing, 6-7:30 pm
May 25: Memorial Day Holiday
May 26: Teacher Work Day
May 27: Eid al-Adha Holiday
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