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Good Afternoon Cedar Lane Community!
This past Wednesday, our halls and grounds were filled with energy and purpose during the Madison Pyramid Day of Service. It was truly inspiring to see our students and staff working side-by-side to give back. From the physical work of beautifying our Cedar Lane grounds to the thoughtful creation of educational flashcards and supportive letters to our veterans, the impact was felt across the building.
If you happen to be at a school in the Madison Pyramid, keep an eye out for the beautifully painted rocks featuring inspiring messages from our students and staff! Thank you to everyone who participated in making this day a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we serve together.
Please take note of an important adjustment to next week’s schedule: There will be no school for students next Tuesday, April 21st, due to the statewide election. We look forward to seeing everyone back in the building on Wednesday!
Speaking of Wednesday, please be sure to check out the information below regarding our upcoming "Taste of Cedar Lane" event this Wednesday, April 22nd. We invite you to come to the Cedar Lane Cafeteria from 6-7:30 PM to celebrate the diverse cultures and traditions that help to make Cedar Lane a unique place to be. We hope to see you there!
As we move further into the fourth quarter, we are also approaching our state assessment period. The SOL testing window will officially open next week. These assessments are an opportunity for our students to showcase the incredible growth they have made throughout the year.
To help our students feel prepared and confident, we encourage families to ensure they get plenty of rest and a healthy breakfast on testing days. We have full confidence in our students and can't wait to see their hard work pay off!
In the spirit of service and excellence,
The Staff of Cedar Lane School
Contents:
- Saturday, April 18 ⇒ Beyond the Likes Virtual Youth Forum, Virtual Event, 12-3:00 pm
- Saturday, April 18 - Sunday, April 19 ⇒ Chantilly Medical Clinic, Mubarak Mosque, Starts at 6:00 AM
- Monday, April 20 - Thursday, May 21 ⇒ SOL Testing Window
- Tuesday, April 21 ⇒ Statewide Election (No School for Students)
- Wednesday, April 22 ⇒ Taste of Cedar Lane Event, 6-7:30 PM
- Friday, May 1 ⇒ Field Trip (Kings Dominion)
April Statewide Election: No School for Students
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
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Elecciones Estatales de Abril: No Habrá Clases para los Estudiantes
No habrá clases para los estudiantes el martes 21 de abril, por efectuarse ese día elecciones estatales en Virginia. Las actividades, entrenamientos atléticos y eventos estudiantiles podrían realizarse tal y como están programados.
FCPS ofrecerá almuerzo y una merienda sin costo a los niños menores de 18 años en escuelas participantes. Las comidas deben consumirse en el lugar. Para más información, visite la página web de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición de FCPS.
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Cedar Lane yearbooks are now on sale! $35 for 72 pages of full color fun! We do our best to include everyone in the yearbook.
Orders can be placed by using the QR code to the right, clicking on this link, or sending a check made out to Cedar Lane School for $35 to the front office. See Ms. Blakemore if you have questions.
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 Cedar Lane Staff & Families- Mark Your Calendars!
You are invited for a night of fun, food, games, and music! Please join us by bringing food, drinks, or games to share that are from your culture or family traditions. Also, we invite you to wear something that represents your culture or family traditions. There will be raffle prizes and a whole lot of fun. Hope to see you there!
- What - Taste of Cedar Lane: Celebrating the Unique Cultures of Cedar Lane
- When - Wednesday, April 22, 2026
- Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
- Where: Cedar lane Cafeteria
This Weekend, Attend the Special Education Family Conference
Join more than 500 families and community members for this year’s 2026 Special Education Family Conference on Saturday, April 18, at Marshall High School. If you plan to attend, please complete the 2026 Special Education Family Conference Registration Form. This form will also help you request special accommodations including language interpretation.
Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage to learn more about the keynote speaker, the full list of breakout sessions, and the vendor hall list.
Updates to 2026-27 School Year Calendar
The School Board voted to direct the superintendent to designate Veterans Day as a standard instructional day for the 2026-27 school year. Because this day was added, the 2026-27 school year will now end for students on Wednesday, June 16, 2027. Find additional information on BoardDocs. View the updated complete school year calendar on FCPS’ website.
The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — has not changed.
Support Your Children During Important Spring Assessments
Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning.
FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.
Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and the cell phone policy still applies during testing season.
It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify your student’s school as soon as possible.
Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters.
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Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 Budget
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes public budget hearings (April 14-16) and an online survey. Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence.
Ayúdenos a Mantener la Excelencia de FCPS: Haga Escuchar su Voz sobre el Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2027
Cerca del 70% del presupuesto de FCPS proviene de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Fairfax.Usted tendrá varias oportunidades para ofrecer su opinión al condado acerca del presupuesto antes de que sea aprobado en mayo. Estas oportunidades incluyen audiencias públicas (entre abril 14 y 16) y una encuesta online.
Conozca más acerca de cómo el presupuesto de FCPS nos ayuda a mantener nuestro nivel de excelencia visitando www.fcps.edu/budgetstory.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but it helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
Conversaciones con la Comunidad: Comparta su Opinión con la Dra. Reid
Siendo una líder que sabe escuchar, la Dra. Reid considera muy importante conectarse e involucrarse con miembros de la comunidad en toda la división escolar. Sus reuniones Conversaciones con la Comunidad representan oportunidades para que comparta sus ideas y opiniones y para que haga las preguntas que tenga. Los eventos se realizarán en estas fechas, durante la primavera (de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m.):
Se ofrecerán servicios de Cuidado de Niños y de Traducción. Estos eventos están abiertos para todas las personas. Visite la página de participación comunitaria de la superintendente para que encuentre la información más reciente.
Pediatric Health Fairs - Inova Cares
An option to provide children ages 5+ with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2026-2027 school year. Medicaid or uninsured children only.
Dates/Locations (Saturdays):
June 27 - Inova Cares Manassas
July 25 - Inova Cares Falls Church
August 8 - Inova Cares Herndon
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Appointments required, call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. NO walk-ins allowed, families must bring vaccine records.
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Ferias de Salud Pediátrica - Inova Cares
Exámenes físicos escolares y vacunas para niños mayores de 5 años necesario para comenzar el año escolar 2026 (solo para niños con Medicaid y sin seguro).
Horarios/Fechas (Sábados):
27 de Junio - Inova Cares Manassas
25 de Julio - Inova Cares Falls Church
8 de Agosto - Inova Cares Herndon
Hora: 9 am - 1 pm
¡Se requieren citas! Llame al 703-698-2550 para. NO se permitirán visitas sin cita previa, debe traer registros de vacunas.
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