Panther Press for December 14, 2025

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Three Hour Early Release is Wednesday!

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Parklawn's next 3-hour early release is scheduled for Wednesday, December 17. An eNotify was sent out to all families which confirmed your student's plan at the 12:30 dismissal. If you did not receive your message or have any questions, please  call the main office at (703) 914-6900.


Winter Break (Student Holiday)

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Winter Break (Student Holiday)As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 22, to Friday, January 2. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break.

Parklawn's main office will also be closed during the entire winter break.

We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year.Classes resume on Monday, January 5, 2026. See the complete school year calendar.


Family Science Night Save the Date

The Children’s Science Center Lab is excited to bring back Family Science Night, a fun night of interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, to Parklawn on Tuesday, January 13! This is a great event when students and families get to explore a number of science stations. In return for receiving this great event, Parklawn needs to provide 20-30 volunteers over the age of 16 to run the activities. The event is 6-7:30, and the volunteers are asked to be available from 5:15-7:45. If you would like to volunteer, you may complete this form Please note, The Children’s Science Center Lab asks that we do not split shifts, and volunteers are available for their whole shift. Thank you!


Parklawn's Perfect 10 Attendance!

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Our November Perfect 10 attendance challenge was a great success! We had over 500 students who had perfect attendance and arrive on time from November 10-24! All of these students received a certificate, and raffle winners joined Ms. Forgy for a breakfast celebration!

Our next Perfect 10 Challenge will take place January 5-16th. We hope to see students at school each and every day on time and ready for learning!


Winter Resources for Families

A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!

We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.


Upcoming Dates

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December 15: Fulltime AAP Referrals Due

December 17: Early Release Wednesday; 12:30 dismissal

December 22-January 2: Winter Break

January 5: Return to School

January 8: PTA Meeting (4:15) and Monthly Market (5 pm)

January 13: Family Science Night, 6-7:30 pm


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