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Welcome Back to Lemon Road

We hope you are having a wonderful summer break!  We are excited to be welcoming lions back into our building less than a month from today!

The first day of the 2024-25 school year is Monday, August 19.  We will hold our annual Kindergarten Open House, New Family Orientation, Grades 1 - 6 Open House, and Welcome Back BBQ the afternoon of Thursday, August 15.  These events will run between 12:30 - 4:00 PM.  Open House is a time when students & families come to Lemon Road, meet their teacher, drop off supplies, see their classroom, and visit specialists.  Patrols for the 2024 - 2025 School Year will have the opportunity to pick up their patrol belt with Mr. Hickman.  Questions about patrols can be directed to [email protected].    

Homeroom teacher assignments will populate in ParentVue the week of Open House and will be posted during Open House in the cafeteria. 

We will continue to update you with information as we get closer to the first day of school.  We look forward to welcoming our students and families back to Lemon Road in a few short weeks.  As always, thank you for your support and have a wonderful rest of your summer!

School Supplies

Didn't order your school supply kit in time? No worries - the ordering deadline has been extended to July 31. 

Want to finish back to school shopping with just a few clicks?  Purchase your child's supplies through the PTA and they will be delivered to the classroom before Open House!  

Prefer to shop on your own?  Check out the grade level supply lists here.

All students also need a backpack and a reusable water bottle.  Families that need assistance purchasing school supplies should reach out to Family Liaison, Mabel Morales at [email protected]. 

Limited Early Release Mondays for Elementary Schools

*New* Monday Early Release Schedule We wanted to provide a reminder and follow up to the FCPS communication that was sent in June regarding seven three hour early release Mondays for elementary students in the 24-25 year. Lemon Road ES will have a seven hour early release on the below dates dismissing at 11:55 AM. This is a great opportunity to get in appointments without missing school!

• September 23
• October 28
• November 25
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

This time will be utilized for teacher planning time to support students, complete required professional development for the new Virginia Literacy Act, new reading and math standard and other initiatives. Additional information can be found on the FCPS  Early Release Mondays webpage. If you have immediate questions, please email [email protected]. 

Join the Lemon Road Team Dining Assistant

Hourly, $13.11 per Hour (Part-time Position)

Description: Assists students during lunchtime. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order, and dismisses students to their teachers.

Qualifications: Friendly, energetic, and assertive in maintaining expectations of cafeteria behavior, and loves working with children.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to Angela Ulsh at [email protected]. 

Student Monitor

Hourly, $17.88 per Hour (Part-time or Full-time Position)

Description: Provides supervision of students throughout the school day to include but not limited to the classroom, lunch, recess, specials and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and noninstructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; works with individual and small groups of students.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to the appropriate Angela Ulsh at [email protected]. 

Free & Reduced Priced Meal Application

According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Families that are earning less than 185% of the poverty level can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost.

Families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meal application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. Look for the application in August, view criteria, and up-to-date information on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.

SIS ParentVue

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. 

Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE by using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices. 

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

Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

Upcoming Important Dates

Friday, July 26:  Last Day for Summer Programs

Saturday, July 27: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate (10:00 AM)

Thursday, August 1:  Book Mobile #2

Monday, August 5: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate (5:30 PM)

Thursday, August 15: Kindergarten Open House, New Family Orientation, Open House, Welcome Back Picnic (PM)

Monday, August 19:  First Day of School

Friday, August 30:  Labor Day Holiday - School Closed

Monday, September 2:  Labor Day Holiday - School Closed

FCPS 2024 - 2025 School Year Calendar

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

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Summer Library Event

Stop by Lemon Road on Monday for a break from the heat!  Families are welcome between 1:30 - 3:30 to visit the library, check out books, read, and play games.  We encourage families to park behind the school to enter and exit near the back parking lot.  

Last Call for Pre-Ordered School Supplies

Want to finish back to school shopping with just a few clicks?  Purchase your child's supplies through the PTA and they will be delivered to the classroom before Open House!  

Prefer to shop on your own?  Check out the grade level supply lists here.

All students also need a backpack and a reusable water bottle.  Families that need assistance purchasing school supplies should reach out to Family Liaison, Mabel Morales at [email protected]. 

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, July 15:  Campus Survival Kit Order Deadline; LRES Library Event (1:30 - 3:30 PM)

Friday, July 26:  Last Day for Summer Programs

Saturday, July 27: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate (10:00 AM)

Thursday, August 1:  Book Mobile #2

Monday, August 5: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate (5:30 PM)

Thursday, August 15: Kindergarten Open House, New Family Orientation, Open House, Welcome Back Picnic (PM - Times TBD)

Monday, August 19:  First Day of School

Friday, August 30:  Labor Day Holiday - School Closed

Monday, September 2:  Labor Day Holiday - School Closed

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Have a Great Summer!

Happy Summer Break!  I hope everyone is enjoying the time away from school.  Thank you to all our parents that volunteered in June at Field Day, Class Parties, Sixth Grade Day, or joined us for the end of year festivities!  

If your family is moving, changing schools, or new to Lemon Road, please be sure to let our office staff know right away ([email protected]).  At this time, Lemon Road is staffed, but we are monitoring enrollment to ensure we are ready for the 1st Day of School!  

Summer Activity Board

Lions can stay connected and engaged with the Lemon Road Summer Activity Board.  Students can complete and mark off as many activities as they can and return the board to their classroom teacher by Monday, August 26, 2024.  Paper copies of the board were in one of the last Wednesday folders of the year. Extra copies are available on the Lemon Road website (lemonroades.fcps.edu) to download and/or print.  All participants will be entered into grade-level drawings and be recognized on the morning news. We hope all lions participate! 

LRES Summer Events

In addition to the activity board, we love seeing our families throughout the summer!  The Lemon Road Book Mobile will be driving through our neighborhood on the afternoons of July 9 and August 1.  See below for this week's stops!  LRES Staff come with books to give away & popsicles! 

July 9 Book Mobile Plans:

• 1:10pm - Matera St & Los Pueblos (Tyson’s View Apt.) 25min
• 1:40pm - Hillside Dr & Frieden Dr (cross street) 15min
• 2:00pm - Peach Orchard Dr (Peach Tree Apt.- front) 25min
• 2:30pm - Lemon Road ES (main entrance)

We are also hosting Rising Kindergarten & New Family Playdates on our playground.  Stop by to meet new friends, introduce yourself to the PTA, and enjoy a cool treat in the heat. 

Remaining Summer Playdates:

• July 27; 10:00 AM
• August 5; 5:30 PM

Finally, on Monday, July 15 from 1:30 - 3:30, Ms. Burke is opening up the library for a summer check-out date.  Come by to browse books and play some games in the library as a family.  

Order Your Child's School Supplies

Each Lemon Road student will need a backpack, lunchbox (if bringing lunch from home), a refillable water bottle, and grade-specific school supplies.  Families may purchase school supplies on their own or order from our local vendor as a courtesy from our PTA.

Mark school supply shopping of your list by purchasing your school supply kit from Campus Survival Kits. Each item in the kit has been carefully selected by the school and reflects the exact items teachers prefer. Ensure their first days back in the classroom are a breeze by ordering a kit so both personal and community supplies are delivered directly to the classroom ready for student use or bulk storage. What's more, each kit ordered results in free supplies and other perks for the school. Order today at www.campussurvivalkits.com/lemonroad

From Your PTA

As another school year comes to a close, the Lemon Road Elementary PTA extends its warmest THANK YOU to this amazing community of teachers, staff, parents, caregivers, administrators, and students.  If you joined us this year at an event or volunteering in any capacity - a big thank you!  

Each year the Lemon Road PTA Board are honored to select one winner of the Carolyn Miller Spirit of Generosity Award to celebrate the contributions made by Dr. Miller during her time as Principal of LRES and the culture of inclusivity and positivity she fostered. Thank you to everyone who nominated a staff member. Every nominee was a worthy winner, making it hard to choose, but Gabby Burke, School Librarian, was the winner for 2023-2024!

Have a happy, fun, and safe summer & we look forward to seeing you all in August for another great Lemon Road year!  Keep in touch! A great way to keep up to date with PTA planning and activities is to follow us on social media at Facebook or on Instagram.

Upcoming Important Dates

Tuesday, July 9: Book Mobile #1

Monday, July 15:  Campus Survival Kit Order Deadline; LRES Library Event (1:30 - 3:30 PM)

Saturday, July 27: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate (10:00 AM)

Thursday, August 1:  Book Mobile #2

Monday, August 5: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate (5:30 PM)

Thursday, August 15: Kindergarten Open House, New Family Orientation, Open House, Welcome Back Picnic (PM - Times TBD)

Monday, August 19:  First Day of School

Friday, August 30:  Labor Day Holiday - School Closed

Monday, September 2:  Labor Day Holiday - School Closed

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

There is great excitement as we enter the final three days of the school year.  Field Day was so much fun Friday, thanks to Mr. Van Trees, Mr. Hickman, our volunteers, and staff!  

Speaking of our staff - this is your last chance to complete an FCPS Cares submission for this school year! We'd love to hear your feedback on a staff member who has made a different in your family's life. We invite you to submit your story.

On Monday, I had the pleasure of attending Marshall High School’s graduation ceremony. It was a beautiful event, and I loved seeing all the former Lemon Road students walk across the stage. 

Lemon Road summer office hours will be Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. If you need anything, please call the office at 703-714-6400. Our building will be used for SOAR, Bridge to Kindergarten, and Young Scholars summer classes for Lemon Road, Shrevewood, and Westgate Elementary Schools.   

Wednesday is the last day of school, and all FCPS schools dismiss early. Lemon Road will dismiss at 12:55 PM, and our front office will be closed from 1:30 - 3:00 so that all staff can attend our year-end celebration. 

Enjoy the last three days lions!

Parent Reminders:

• Look around your house for any LRES library books to return ASAP.  Watch this quick video: “How-To Check Your Library Account.”  If you believe a book has already been returned or are unable to locate a book, please contact Ms. Burke: [email protected]
• All items left in the Lost & Found after the last day of school will be donated.  Please stop by before June 12 to collect any remaining items.  
• Parents of rising 4th - 6th graders, please open this link to watch the videos of instrument choices with your child.  All rising 4th - 6th graders must identify their preference (band, strings, or general music) by June 10, 2024 for class placement in the fall. 
• If your family is relocating or changing schools over the summer, please be sure to email Dana Vaughn to ensure we can send any records to the correct school and your updated address to send final communication and test scores. 
• Parents of 6th graders, pre-register here to join us for our Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony on Wednesday at 8:30 AM.  Parents may enter beginning at 8:05 on Wednesday.  

LRES PTA Updates

Thank you to all who volunteered at Field Day on Friday.  We appreciate your support in a fun, safe, and energetic day!  We know this year isn’t finished yet but it’s time to start planning for next year! Order your school supplies now for the new school year so they are waiting in class at Open House for your child!

School Health Room Notice

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 1:00 PM on the last day of school, June 12. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online. A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school.

Staff Farewells

It is with mixed emotions that we say farewell to the following Lemon Road staff members. Please join us in wishing them best of luck on their journey! 

• Dana Vaughn (Student Information Assistant) will be moving to Waco, Texas to be closer to family.  
• Julia Vargas (Preschool Instructional Assistant) will be retiring to spend time with her family.  
• Jennifer Miller (Preschool Special Education Teacher) will be a pre-k teacher at McNair Elementary School. 
• Jane Pawlewicz (Kindergarten Instructional Assistant) will begin her career as a high school ESOL teacher.  
• Alex Asay (Grade 4 Teacher) will be moving with her family to Richmond, Virginia where she will continue to teach. 
• Becky Paull (Music Teacher) will take a year away from teaching to spend more time with her husband and family.  
• Kate Francis (Music Teacher) is moving to Huntsville with her family where she hopes to continue teaching music.  
• Leslie Polish (Art Teacher) will be working exclusively at Stenwood Elementary School next year.  
• Ted Frederick (Band Teacher) will be full-time at Longfellow Middle School next year.  

Lemon Road is nearly fully staffed for next year!  We are looking for an Instructional Assistant in our preschool classroom and a Special Education Teacher.  If you or anyone you know is interested, please email Ashley Castillo at [email protected]. 

Visit the Public Library this Summer

Lemon Road lions were treated to a visit from the Youth Service Manager from the Pimmit Public Library.   The librarians shared information about the summer reading program and presented books talks on possible summer reads. Learn more about the public library summer reading program at https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

SOL & Spring iReady Scores Posted

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 students in grades 3-8, 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.

Create a SIS ParentVUE Account

If you do not already have a SIS ParentVUE account, sign up now to monitor and support your child’s academic success! Through ParentVUE, you can view your student’s attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment score reports. 

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

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, June 10: B Week

Tuesday, June 11: Sixth Grade Day; Class Parties; Last Day for Specials

Wednesday, June 12: Last Day of School; Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony (8:30 AM); Two Hour Early Release (12:55 Dismissal)

Thursday, June 20: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate 5 PM

Tuesday, July 9: Book Mobile #1

Monday, July 15: Summer Library Event at Lemon Road

Saturday, July 27: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate 10 AM

Thursday, August 1:  Book Mobile #2

Monday, August 5: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate 10 AM

Thursday, August 15: Open House, New Family Orientation & Welcome Back BBQ at Lemon Road

Monday, August 19: First School Day of the 24-25 School Year!

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

There is great excitement as we enter the final three days of the school year.  Field Day was so much fun Friday, thanks to Mr. Van Trees, Mr. Hickman, our volunteers, and staff!  

Speaking of our staff - this is your last chance to complete an FCPS Cares submission for this school year! We'd love to hear your feedback on a staff member who has made a different in your family's life. We invite you to submit your story.

On Monday, I had the pleasure of attending Marshall High School’s graduation ceremony. It was a beautiful event, and I loved seeing all the former Lemon Road students walk across the stage. 

Lemon Road summer office hours will be Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. If you need anything, please call the office at 703-714-6400. Our building will be used for SOAR, Bridge to Kindergarten, and Young Scholars summer classes for Lemon Road, Shrevewood, and Westgate Elementary Schools.   

Wednesday is the last day of school, and all FCPS schools dismiss early. Lemon Road will dismiss at 12:55 PM, and our front office will be closed from 1:30 - 3:00 so that all staff can attend our year-end celebration. 

Enjoy the last three days lions!

Parent Reminders:

• Look around your house for any LRES library books to return ASAP.  Watch this quick video: “How-To Check Your Library Account.”  If you believe a book has already been returned or are unable to locate a book, please contact Ms. Burke: [email protected]
• All items left in the Lost & Found after the last day of school will be donated.  Please stop by before June 12 to collect any remaining items.  
• Parents of rising 4th - 6th graders, please open this link to watch the videos of instrument choices with your child.  All rising 4th - 6th graders must identify their preference (band, strings, or general music) by June 10, 2024 for class placement in the fall. 
• If your family is relocating or changing schools over the summer, please be sure to email Dana Vaughn to ensure we can send any records to the correct school and your updated address to send final communication and test scores. 
• Parents of 6th graders, pre-register here to join us for our Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony on Wednesday at 8:30 AM.  Parents may enter beginning at 8:05 on Wednesday.  

LRES PTA Updates

Thank you to all who volunteered at Field Day on Friday.  We appreciate your support in a fun, safe, and energetic day!  We know this year isn’t finished yet but it’s time to start planning for next year! Order your school supplies now for the new school year so they are waiting in class at Open House for your child!

School Health Room Notice

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 1:00 PM on the last day of school, June 12. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online. A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school.

Staff Farewells

It is with mixed emotions that we say farewell to the following Lemon Road staff members. Please join us in wishing them best of luck on their journey! 

• Julia Vargas (Preschool Instructional Assistant) will be retiring to spend time with her family.  
• Jennifer Miller (Preschool Special Education Teacher) will be a pre-k teacher at McNair Elementary School. 
• Jane Pawlewicz (Kindergarten Instructional Assistant) will begin her career as a high school ESOL teacher.  
• Alex Asay (Grade 4 Teacher) will be moving with her family to Richmond, Virginia where she will continue to teach. 
• Becky Paull (Music Teacher) will take a year away from teaching to spend more time with her husband and family.  
• Kate Francis (Music Teacher) is moving to Huntsville with her family where she hopes to continue teaching music.  
• Leslie Polish (Art Teacher) will be working exclusively at Stenwood Elementary School next year.  
• Ted Frederick (Band Teacher) will be full-time at Longfellow Middle School next year.  

Lemon Road is nearly fully staffed for next year!  We are looking for an Instructional Assistant in our preschool classroom and a Special Education Teacher.  If you or anyone you know is interested, please email Ashley Castillo at [email protected]. 

Visit the Public Library this Summer

Lemon Road lions were treated to a visit from the Youth Service Manager from the Pimmit Public Library.   The librarians shared information about the summer reading program and presented books talks on possible summer reads. Learn more about the public library summer reading program at https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading

SOL & Spring iReady Scores Posted

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 students in grades 3-8, 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.

Create a SIS ParentVUE Account

If you do not already have a SIS ParentVUE account, sign up now to monitor and support your child’s academic success! Through ParentVUE, you can view your student’s attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment score reports. 

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

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, June 10: B Week

Tuesday, June 11: Sixth Grade Day; Class Parties; Last Day for Specials

Wednesday, June 12: Last Day of School; Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony (8:30 AM); Two Hour Early Release (12:55 Dismissal)

Thursday, June 20: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate 5 PM

Tuesday, July 9: Book Mobile #1

Monday, July 15: Summer Library Event at Lemon Road

Saturday, July 27: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate 10 AM

Thursday, August 1:  Book Mobile #2

Monday, August 5: Kindergarten & New Family Playdate 10 AM

Thursday, August 15: Open House, New Family Orientation & Welcome Back BBQ at Lemon Road

Monday, August 19: First School Day of the 24-25 School Year!

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Lemon Road hopes you had a wonderful weekend enjoying this gorgeous weather.  It couldn't have been more perfect at the PTA picnic Friday evening - thanks to all who came! 

Last week, we hosted the 2024 Marshall HS, McLean HS, and Thomas Jefferson HS graduates who attended Lemon Road, said farewell to our first ever bike unit in PE, welcomed kindergarten parents for a final writing celebration, and finished Friday with Skittles Day!   

There is more excitement to come as we wind down the school year!   Check out our calendar below - we need your support and participation. 

Parent Reminders:

• Please sign up to volunteer to help at Field Day on Friday, June 7! We need volunteers to make the day run smoothly.  
• Look around your house for any LRES library books to return ASAP.  Watch this quick video: “How-To Check Your Library Account.”  If you believe a book has already been returned or are unable to locate a book, please contact Ms. Burke: [email protected]
• All items left in the Lost & Found after the last day of school will be donated.  Please stop by before June 12 to collect any remaining items.  
• A final call for any used books that your family is finished with to support our Summer Book Mobiles and reading programs.  Drop them off in the colorful bins near each entrance by Wednesday this week!
• Parents of rising 4th - 6th graders, please open this link to watch the videos of instrument choices with your child.  All rising 4th - 6th graders must identify their preference (band, strings, or general music) by June 10, 2024 for class placement in the fall. 
• If your family is relocating or changing schools over the summer, please be sure to email Dana Vaughn to ensure we can send any records to the correct school and your updated address to send final communication and test scores. 

PTA Updates

Thank you to all who attended our Big Picnic on Friday night - we hope you all had fun and thank you for another phenomenal Lemon Road year!

• Is there a member of the LRES staff that you would love to see recognized at the end of the school year? You have until Monday at 8am to submit your nomination! Each year the Lemon Road PTA Board are honored to select one winner of the Carolyn Miller Spirit of Generosity Award. Nominations are now open and close on June 2nd. Any member of the Lemon Road community is welcome to nominate any staff member. For more detail on the award criteria and to complete your nomination please click here

• We know this year isn’t finished yet but it’s time to start planning for next year! Order your school supplies now for the new school year so they are waiting in class at Open House for your child!

Field Day Reminders (Friday)

All lions participate in Field Day on Friday, June 7.  This is one of the favorite events of the year.  Help your child prepare for a successful field day with these reminders:

- Students are welcome to wear a bathing suit for field day.  Students must wear both a top that covers their full abdomen and shorts (as a part of their suit or over a swimsuit).  

- Send your child with a dry change of clothes, sunscreen, a towel, hat, and a bag to store wet clothes to bring home. 

- All students will need a water bottle labeled with their name.   

- Any student that did not pre-order lunch from the cafeteria must bring a lunch from home.  Lunches will be eaten in the classroom.  

Sixth Grade Promotion Information

Our 6th grade promotion ceremony will begin at 8:30 AM on Wednesday, June 12 in the gym.  Parents joining us for the ceremony are encouraged to park and enter at 8:05 with their child or pre-register here.  Parents or guardians that pre-register will be able to pick up their visitor sticker in the lobby.  All visitors to Lemon Road should bring photo identification with them each visit.  

Fairfax Summer Camp Information

2024 Summer Parktakes:

Some 2024 Summer Parktakes guides are available in the lobby for any families who may be interested. Page 37 has all the Camps info. New this year is extended care for before and/or after camp.  This is a great option for working parents.  Here’s the summer Parktakes link.

RecPac Camps:

June 24-August 1 from 8:30am-4pm for grades 1-6 (students who have completed kindergarten through rising 7th grade and are residents of Fairfax County, Fairfax City and Falls Church. Children with disabilities may attend any location or select one of the lower ratio sites (specialized inclusion sites with staff trained to support children with disabilities). Students can register for one or more specific sessions. Fee is determined by a sliding scale based on your family’s total annual income. Students who are Fairfax County residents and currently receive public assistance are eligible for partial scholarships.  Please see the attached Recpac brochure with registration form in both English and Spanish.

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!

Summer Arts Camp:

Don’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

FCPS News ICYMI

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• School Board Adopts 2025 Budget
• Online Campus Summer Registration
• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Upcoming Important Events

Monday, June 3: A Week; Marshall HS Graduation; Public Library Class Presentations; Grade 5 Journalism Presentation

Tuesday, June 4: Grades 4 - 6 Eco Defense Squad Reflection Lunch

Wednesday, June 5: Student Leadership Picnic

Thursday, June 6:June PALS Dog Visit

Friday, June 7: Field Day; June Freaky Friday - Beach Day

Monday, June 10: B Week

Tuesday, June 11: Sixth Grade Day; Class Parties; Last Day for Specials

Wednesday, June 12: Last Day of School; Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony (8:30 AM); Two Hour Early Release (12:55 Dismissal)

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Last week was a fantastic celebration of our art program at Lemon Road.  Our band, strings, chorus, and art students and teachers all wowed the community with their hard work.  Thank you to all who helped with the preparation and execution of the event! 

We hope everyone had a wonderful long weekend filled with quality time together. We are ending the year with many activities!  Check out our calendar below - we need your support and participation. 

Parent Reminders:

• Please sign up to volunteer to help at Field Day on Friday, June 7! We need volunteers to make the day run smoothly.  
• Start looking around your house for any LRES library books.  Be sure your child reads then returns it by May 29.  Watch this quick video: “How-To Check Your Library Account.”  If you believe a book has already been returned or are unable to locate a book, please contact Ms. Burke: [email protected]
• LRES is collecting used books that your family is finished with to support our Summer Book Mobiles and reading programs.  Drop them off in the colorful bins near each entrance! 
• Parents of rising 4th - 6th graders, please open this link to watch the videos of instrument choices with your child.  All rising 4th - 6th graders must identify their preference (band, strings, or general music) by June 10, 2024 for class placement in the fall.  
• If your family is relocating or changing schools over the summer, please be sure to email Dana Vaughn to ensure we can send any records to the correct school and your updated address to send final communication and test scores.  

LRES PTA Updates

Thank you to the parent volunteers who helped to get all 586 pieces of artwork mounted, hung and displayed in time for this week’s Evening of the Arts - the art work will remain up until June 3rd so please take the time to look if you are in school before then - we have some wonderful artists at Lemon Road!

• Join us for the EOY Picnic and Ice Cream Social on May 31st from 6 - 8pm. The SweetFrog truck will be behind the school and the PTA will sell concessions and have music playing.  Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy a relaxing Friday evening before school is out for the summer!  Sign up here to volunteer to help at the event - MS and 6th graders welcome! 
• Each year the Lemon Road PTA Board is honored to select one winner of the Carolyn Miller Spirit of Generosity Award. Nominations are now open and close on June 2nd. Any member of the Lemon Road community is welcome to nominate any staff member. For more detail on the award criteria and to complete your nomination please click here. 

• We know this year isn’t quite finished yet but it’s time to start planning for next year! Order your school supplies now for the fall so they are waiting for your child at Open House and support the PTA by doing so! 

Student Test Results Coming Soon

Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. 

How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines. 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions. 

Upcoming Important Dates

Tuesday, May 28: SOL Retakes - Science

Wednesday, May 29: IOWA Makeup; Library Books Due; Grade 3 Family Engagement Event; Band & Strings Recruitment Event; The Healthy Table Farmers Market; Marshall HS & McLean HS Graduates Visit LRES

Thursday, May 30: SOL Retakes - Reading; Student Ambassador Lunch

Friday, May 31: Freaky Friday - Skittles Day; SOL Math Retakes; PE Bike Unit Ends; Kindergarten Family Engagement Event (8:45 AM); EOY PTA Ice-cream Social (5 PM); 

Sunday, June 2: Carolyn Miller Nominations Due

Monday, June 3: Marshall HS Graduation; Public Library Class Presentations; Grade 5 Journalism Presentation

Wednesday, June 5: Student Leadership Picnic

Thursday, June 6:June PALS Dog Visit

Friday, June 7: Field Day

Wednesday, June 12: Grade 5 & 6 Ceremony (8:35 - 10:05) K - 2 EOY Celebration (10:20 - 10:50); 3 - 4 EOY Celebration (11:00 - 11:35); 12:55 Dismissal

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Congratulations to our 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th graders for completing their SOL testing this week! The students have done incredible and we appreciate the collaboration with parents to ensure our lions were ready for their tests.  We will have makeups and expedited retakes over the next two weeks.  

The new grades 3 - 6 biking unit has been so much fun to see in action.  Thank you Mr. Hickman & Mr. VT for this new addition!   

Last Friday, our 1st graders went to Frying Pan Farm Park and many of our 6th graders went to release our brook trout into the Chesapeake Bay with Mrs. Busch.

Congrats to all our Girls on the Run participants who finished a wet 5K on Saturday!  Thank you Ms. Maughlin and all our coaches for making this happen at Lemon Road! 

Parent Reminders:

• Please sign up to volunteer to help at Field Day on Friday, June 7! We need volunteers to make the day run smoothly.  
• Start looking around your house for any LRES library books.  Be sure your child reads then returns it by Ma 29.  Watch this quick video: “How-To Check Your Library Account.”  If you believe a book has already been returned or are unable to locate a book, please contact Ms. Burke: [email protected]
• LRES is collecting used books that your family is finished with to support our Summer Book Mobiles and reading programs.  

LRES PTA Updates

• Join us for a restaurant night at Lazy Mikes on May 22nd from 5-8pm! Just mention Lemon Road when ordering.
• Lemon Road goes to DC United! Join us at Audi Field to cheer on DC Utd on May 25th - tickets are limited and are on sale until May 20th
• The Evening of the Arts is on May 23rd - LRES will showcase our Spring Concerts as well as a self guided Art show which will feature artwork by every student at LRES! Volunteer here to help get all 586 pieces mounted and hung in time! 
• Join us for our last PTA event of the year - the Big Picnic and Ice Cream Social on May 31st from 6-8pm. The Sweet Frog truck will be there selling frozen yogurt and we will have concessions for sale and music playing.  Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket and enjoy a relaxed Friday evening before school is out for the summer!
• Is there a member of the LRES staff that you would love to see recognized at the end of the school year? Each year the Lemon Road PTA Board are honored to select one winner of the Carolyn Miller Spirit of Generosity Award. Nominations are now open and close on June 2nd. Any member of the Lemon Road community is welcome to nominate any staff member. For more detail on the award criteria and to complete your nomination please click here 

Rising 4th - 6th Grade Music Selection

Grades 4 - 6 students at Lemon Road have the option of playing an instrument as a part of their music program.  Grade 4 students can play a strings instrument.  Students in grades 5 & 6 can choose a band or strings instrument.  Instruction is a part of specials each week and we hold a winter and spring concert annually.  Parents, please open this link to watch the videos of instrument choices with your child.  All rising 4th - 6th graders will need to identify their preference (band, strings, or general music) by June 10, 2024.  The videos and selection information is available at this link.  We recommend not submitting final decisions until after recruitment on May 29th. 

Health Room Notice

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 2:00 pm, student dismissal time, on the last day of school, June 12. Medication left in the health room after that time will be discarded. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student.

Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online. A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school.

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, May 20: Patrol Meeting (8 AM); SOL 3-6 Math Makeups

Wednesday, May 22: The Healthy Table Farmer's Market; Lazy Mike's Restaurant Night

Thursday, May 23: Evening of the Arts (5:00-7:30 PM)

Friday, May 24: Spring Concert (9 AM)

Saturday, May 25: Lemon Road - DC United Game (6 PM)

Monday, May 27: No School - Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 28: SOL Retakes - Science

Wednesday, May 29: IOWA Makeup; Library Books Due; The Healthy Table Farmers Market

Thursday, May 30: SOL Retakes - Reading

Friday, May 31: Freaky Friday - Skittles Day; SOL Math Retakes; PE Bike Unit ends; Kindergarten Family Engagement Event (8:45 AM); EOY PTA Ice-cream Social (5 PM); 

Sunday, June 2: Carolyn Miller Nominations Due

Wednesday, June 5: Student Leadership Picnic

Friday, June 7: Field Day

Wednesday, June 12: Grade 5 & 6 Ceremony (8:35 - 10:05) K - 2 EOY Celebration (10:20 - 10:50); 3 - 4 EOY Celebration (11:00 - 11:35); 12:55 Dismissal

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Happy Mother's Day! Each of you plays a pivotal role in the growth and development of our Lions, offering love, wisdom, and encouragement. Your impact is immeasurable, and our community is richer and stronger because of your dedication and care. We celebrate you today and every day. 

On behalf of the entire Lemon Road staff, I want to express our gratitude for your incredible efforts during our staff appreciation week last week!  The PTA did an amazing job coordinating and supporting food, drinks, gifts, raffles, and yoga throughout the week.  The Taylor Swift theme really hit the spot. Everyday was filled with a genuine sense of love and support. Your thoughtfulness went a long way in boosting morale and reminding us how much you value our hard work.  Thank you for making us feel so appreciated!

This is the last big week of SOL testing with a focus on math in grades 3 - 6.  Be sure your child gets a full night sleep, healthy breakfast, wears comfortable layers, and arrives to school on time (by 8:15 AM) to ensure the most optimal testing environment.  Our lions are doing great and can use your help for one more week.  Thank you parents! 

Last week we held our spring bike/walk/roll to school event and it was a huge success.  As a reminder, our 3rd - 6th graders are also participating in their biking unit in PE.  They are encouraged to bring a helmet and/or bike to school on their PE days if they are able.  FCPS has provided bikes and helmets for all students to use for full participation in this awesome new unit.  

Friday, Ms. Ulsh and I spent the day with our amazing Principal and Assistant Principal of the day.  It might have been more fun for us than them! 

The Healthy Table Farmers Market

Stop by the Eco Defense Squad table in the front of the school Wednesday during dismissal to pick up your fresh produce!  See above for the expected options and below to inspire cooking with these fresh ingredients.  You are shopping local and supporting our Eco Defense Squad.  

LRES PTA Updates

Thank you all for all the donations, volunteers & support you put in to help make this year’s teacher and staff appreciation week a really special one - we appreciate you! Don’t forget to check out our Facebook and Instagram account to see all the fun in action!

• Our May PTA Meeting will be on the 15th and will feature LRES alumni and Principals from Longfellow and Kilmer Middle Schools discussing the transition to middle school.  We encourage our 5th and 6th grade families to attend this meeting and bring your child so they get a chance to ask any questions! The meeting is at 6:30pm in the cafeteria with child care for school aged children provided.
• Join us for a restaurant night at Lazy Mikes on May 22nd from 5-8 pm! Mention Lemon Road when ordering.
• Lemon Road goes to DC United! Join us at Audi Field to cheer on DC Utd on May 25th - tickets are limited and are on sale now!
• Join us for an Evening of the Arts on May 23rd from 5:00 - 7:30.  LRES will showcase our spring concerts as well as a self guided art show which will feature artwork by every student at LRES! Volunteer here to help get all 586 pieces mounted and hung in time! 

Field Day Sign Up

Lemon Road Field Day is coming soon!  Please mark your calendars for Friday, June 7 to come in the AM or PM to support the field day stations.  Mr. Van Trees and Mr. Hickman run a fantastic event, but we need volunteers to make the day run smoothly.  Please consider signing up here!  

FCPS Attendance Reminders

Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:

• Check your child’s attendance record.
• Help your student stay engaged at school.
• Report future absences.
• Understand the FCPS school calendar.

Learn more about attendance resources. 

Rising Longfellow Students

Jump Start Registration Now Open! - Jump Start registration is now open on MySchoolBucks. Choose between session 1 – August 5th – 6th or session 2 – August 7th – 8th.  Hours are 8:30a.m. – 12:00p.m. Look forward to learning about Longfellow with school tours, ice breakers, scavenger hunts, team building and more. If you have any questions, contact Lavina Gangwani-Colaco at [email protected]

McLean High School Lacrosse Camp

McLean High School Lacrosse is offering a Youth Lacrosse Summer Clinic for Rising 3rd - Rising 8th grade boys from June 24th- 28th. This half-day, week long clinic will be at McLean High School’s Stadium field and will include stick skills, fun drills, and some scrimmages. Attendees will be instructed by McLean Lacrosse Coaches and Players. The clinic is $250 and proceeds support McLean Lacrosse. All skill levels are welcome. Register today to learn more about the game and improve skills in a fun and supportive environment. https://www.mcleanlacrosse.org/youth-clinics 

Summer Strings

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 here. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

FCPS Summer Arts Camp

Summer Arts Camp Don’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

Upcoming Important Events

Monday, May 13: SOL Make Up Day; B Week

Wednesday, May 15: 3rd & 5th Grade Math SOLs; The Healthy Table Farmer's Market (2:50 PM); PTA Meeting with Longfellow & Kilmer Principals (6:30 PM)

Thursday, May 16: 4th & 6th Grade Math SOLs

Friday, May 17: LRES POLO Day; Trout Team Release Trip; 1st Grade Field Trip

Saturday, May 18: Girls on the Run Race (8 AM)

Monday, May 20: Beginning of LRES Book Drive; A Week

Wednesday, May 22: Lazy Mike's Restaurant Night

Thursday, May 23: Evening of the Arts (5:00 - 8:00 PM)

Friday, May 24: Spring Concert (9 AM)

Saturday, May 25: Lemon Road - DC United Game (6 PM)

Monday, May 27: NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day; B Week

Tuesday, May 28: SOL Retakes - Science

Thursday, May 30: SOL Retakes - Reading

Friday, May 31:  Freaky Friday - Skittles Day; SOL Math Retakes; PE Bike Unit Ends; Kindergarten Family Engagement Event (8:45 AM); EOY PTA Ice-cream Social (5 PM)

Wednesday, June 5: Student Leadership Picnic

Friday, June 7: Field Day 

Wednesday, June 12: Grade 5 & 6 Awards & Promotion Ceremony (8:45 AM); K - 2 Celebration Assembly (10:15 AM); 3 - 4 Celebration Assembly (11:00 AM); 12:55 Dismissal

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Spring is in full swing!  Be sure to check the weather and send your child to school with layers this week - especially when testing! 

Mrs. Callanen's 4th Grade Class participated in a Global Classroom Project collaborating with a teacher and class in Finland this year.  See photos above when two students explained their project at the showcase last week!  

See below for pictures of our 5th graders and 2nd graders sharing their recent writing projects in the classroom last week.  Both grade levels had a great experience using their communication skills to share and listen!  

Updates from the PTA

Staff & Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lemon Road from May 6-10th and this year we are channeling our inner Swifties! We are excited to start showering our staff with love on Monday but it’s not too late to get involved and support where you can with time, money, or donations - all support is appreciated! Thank you!

• Purchase items for the gift bags here - https://a.co/d1g8nCz
• Volunteer your time or donate food for the staff breakfast here - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4CA4AE2FA5FD0-48933999-staff 
• Donate money to help here  https://www.venmo.com/u/LRESPTA
• Nominate a staff member for an award (nomination forms were sent home this week & are available in the lobby

Our May PTA Meeting will be on the 15th and will feature LRES alumni discussing the move to Middle School plus the Principals of both Longfellow and Kilmer - we strongly encourage our 5th and 6th grade families in particular to attend this meeting and bring your children so they get a chance to ask any questions they may have! The meeting is at 6:30pm in the Cafeteria with limited child care provided.

Lemon Road goes to DC United! Join us at Audi Field to cheer on DC United on May 25th - tickets are limited and are on sale now https://app.memberhub.gives/dcunited/Campaign/Details

Outdoor Education Happenings

Come plant and clean-up our gardens for Mother’s (Earth) Day!  Meet at the blacktop behind the school on Friday, May 10th from 3:00-5:00 p.m.  Please remember to bring a hat and water bottle, gloves can be provided.  All Lemon Road families are welcome to join and this is a service hour opportunity for 6th graders!!

Positivity Project: Leadership

Next week, our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Leadership. Leadership means you value each member of your group and inspire people to do their best.

Leadership can be both formal and informal. It is concerned with getting others to do what needs to be done while maintaining group morale to ensure readiness to act in the future. This character strength’s focus is on the personal qualities of leaders rather than the practice of leadership. These qualities include the ability to understand others and inspire them toward a common goal, the capacity to mitigate conflict and mold consensus, and the desire to lead other people.

Bike to School Day - May 8

Lemon Road is joining groups around the world to celebrate the benefits of walking and bicycling on Wednesday, May 8. Ride your bike, scooter, roller skates, or wear your favorite walking shoes and WALK and ROLL with us to school!  Hike it.  Bike it.  You'll like it!♥

FCPS News ICYMI

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• FCPS Summer Extravaganza
• Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders
• No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, May 6: A Week; Grade 2 Field Trip; Staff Appreciation Week – Sweet Frog Truck; POG Night Raffle Winner Treats; May SCA Meeting; 5th Grade Reading SOL Makeups

Tuesday, May 7: Staff Appreciation Week – Full Breakfast in Library

Wednesday, May 8: Bike to School Day; 4th & 6th Grade Reading SOLs; PE Bike Unit BEGINS for 3rd - 6th graders; Staff Appreciation Week Gift Bags from PTA

Thursday, May 9: Staff Appreciation Week – Duck Donuts Truck; 3rd & 5th Grade SOLs; Specials Switch for Grades 5 & 6

Friday, May 10: Staff Appreciation Week – Lunch in the Library; Principal & AP for the Day; LRES Gardening Opportunity 3 - 5 PM

Monday, May 13: B Week; 5th Grade Science Makeups 

Wednesday, May 15: 3rd & 5th Grade Math SOLs; PTA Meeting 

Thursday, May 16: 4th & 6th Grade Math SOLs

Friday, May 17: Trout Release Trip; 1st Grade Field Trip; Polo Day 

Saturday, May 18: Girls on the Run 5K

Monday, May 20: A Week; SOL 3-6 Math Makeups

Thursday, May 23: LRES Evening of the Arts & Concert (5:00-7:30 PM)

Friday, May 24: LRES Spring Concert (9 AM)

Saturday, May 25: Lemon Road - DC United Game

Monday, May 27: NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

Friday, May 31: Freaky Friday - Skittles Day; Last day of PE Bike Unit; Kindergarten Family Engagement Event (8:45 AM); PTA Ice-cream Social 

Wednesday, June 5: Student Leadership Picnic in Courtyard

Friday, June 7: Field Day

Wednesday, June 12: Last Day of School: 12:55 Dismissal

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

Last week, Lemon Road celebrated Earth Week!  Thank you to all students and staff for dressing each day to represent the colored themes.  It matters!

On Tuesday, the Lemon Road staff had the opportunity to say thank you to our parent volunteers who have helped in the classrooms, throughout the school, and through the PTA with a breakfast.  We appreciate the partnership we have with our parents and hope you will continue to support! 

Lemon Road also held our Level IV Orientation where our teachers and select students welcomed families from local schools to Lemon Road to share about our school and community culture.  Finally, on Friday, Ms. Albright, Mrs. Argodale, and Mrs. Argue shared with our parents the work we have done towards Portrait of a Graduate Presentations of Learning.  Thank you to everyone who could attend!

Yesterday, select Lemon Road 6th graders joined choral students and directors from around the county for the annual All County Chorus Festival!  It was a gorgeous event and we are proud of our student singers!  

Parent Reminders:

• Remind any neighbors to register any new students for school for the fall!  This helps us create optimal class sizes.
• See below to help out with Staff Appreciation Week coming up
• Review your child's 3rd Quarter Progress Report on ParentVue 
• Let us know if your child/family will be returning to Lemon Road next fall using this link
• Send your child in their Lemon Road polo for all field trips
• Complete the School Health Services Survey
• Submit an entry for the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award

 

Bicycle PE Unit - Grades 3 - 6

Lemon Road Families,

We are excited to share that we will be starting our bike riding unit in PE for 3rd - 6th grade students. It will begin May 6th and end on May 31st.

We will take all precautions to make sure that your children will be safe the entire time they ride including: wearing hairnets & helmets and teaching students proper bike safety.

Having a properly fitted helmet is critical in keeping students safe, so we ask that students with long hair wear it in a way that a helmet can still fit properly (for example, a low ponytail instead of a high ponytail). Students may bring their own helmet to use during PE.  Lastly, we ask that students don’t wear long dresses, excessively baggy clothing, or sandals on PE days to ensure safe riding.  Thank you for helping your child have the most success possible in this new PE unit!

If your child would like to use their own bike during their PE class, we ask that they ride it to school and lock it on the bike rack next to the trailers in the back of the school (rather than in the front).  

Mr. Hickman and Mr. Van Trees

Lemon Road PE Teachers

LRES PTA Updates

The Roarin’ Raffle winners were announced on Friday during school and the PTA will be contacting the winners in the next week!

Staff & Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lemon Road May 6-10th and this year we are channeling our inner Swifties! Hopefully you have seen the flyer overviewing the fun things planned for our amazing staff BUT we need your help to make it happen.  Please support where you can with time, money, donations etc. - all support is appreciated! Thank you!

1. Purchase items for staff gift bags 
2. Volunteer your time or donate food for the staff breakfast 
3. Donate money to help fill in all appreciation opportunities  

Positivity Project: Enthusiasm

This week, we will focus on the character strength enthusiasm!  This means you approach life with excitement and energy. You energize people around you. Enthusiasm is the ability to bring life and excitement to different situations. It often leads to a higher level of involvement and engagement both for individuals and for groups. These people are often identified as early leaders and innovators as a result of their outward excitement about a task or project.

See above for some students and staff enthusiastic about animal print day! 

FCPS News ICYMI

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Community Forums on Middle School Start Times
• Weigh in on School Health Services
• FCPS Shines Bright With Continued ENERGY STAR® Recognition

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, April 29: B Week

Wednesday, May 1: 5th Grade Reading SOL; Specials Schedule Switch for Grades 5 & 6

Thursday, May 2: PALS Visit 11-12PM

Friday, May 3: Orthodox Good Friday; Student Holiday

Monday, May 6: A Week; Staff Appreciation Week; May SCA Meeting; 5th Grade Reading SOL Makeups; 2nd Grade Field Trip 

Tuesday, May 7: Staff Appreciation Week – Breakfast in Library

Wednesday, May 8: 4th & 6th Grade Reading SOLs; Staff Appreciation Week

Thursday, May 9: Staff Appreciation Week; 3rd & 5th Grade SOLs; Specials Schedule Switch for Grades 5 & 6

Friday, May 10: Staff Appreciation Week – Staff Luncheon; Principal & AP for the Day (Roaring Raffle Winners)

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Quarter 4 Principals Coffee

Join Lemon Road teachers and staff this FRIDAY beginning at 8:15 in the cafeteria to learn about work is happening each day with your children about Portrait of a Graduate.  This year, all students are curating a portfolio of evidence of one or more attributes which is the next step towards the FCPS county-wide goal of presenting about individual growth in POG attributes.  During our time together, we will also talk about SOL and end of year testing plans and highlight all the fun events planned to close out the 2023 - 2024 school year!  Refreshments will be served and we look forward to connecting with you.  For parents that wish to join by Zoom, the log in information is below:

 

Ashley Castillo is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: LRES Quarter 4 Principals Coffee

Time: Apr 26, 2024 08:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/96068427982

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Upcoming Important Dates

Thursday, April 25: Earth Week - Wear Red; Advanced Academics Level IV Open House @ 6pm

Friday, April 26:  Earth Week - Freaky Friday - Animal Print or Nature Day; Quarter 4 Principals Coffee (POG POL); All County Chorus Festival Rehearsal

Saturday, April 27: All County Chorus Festival

Monday, April 29: B Week

Wednesday, May 1: 5th Grade Reading SOL

Thursday, May 2: PALS Visit 11-12PM

Friday, May 3: Orthodox Good Friday; Student Holiday; Teacher Work Day

Monday, May 6: Staff Appreciation Week; May SCA Meeting @ 8:20AM; 5th Grade Reading SOL Makeups; 2nd Grade Field Trip 

Wednesday, May 8: 4th & 6th Grade Reading SOLs

Thursday, May 9: 3rd Grade Reading & 5th Grade Science SOLs

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

This spring is off to a BUSY start!  This week alone, our 5th graders went to Luray Caverns for their field trip, we hosted our Kindergarten Orientation, wore purple in appreciation of our military families, showed off our creativity at the Marshall Pyramid Art Show, hosted our 2nd grade families for a Geometry Zoo, tried out unfair games with families at a Probability Fair, and welcomed the ENTIRE community to the PTA Spring Fair!  I hope you enjoy looking through the pictures as much as we enjoyed taking them!  

This week, we hope you will join us as we celebrate EARTH Week!  Tomorrow, all students and staff should wear green to make a difference.  We also welcome ALL parents and guardians to stop in at 8:15 on Friday for refreshments and our final Principals Coffee for the school year.  

Parent Reminders:

• Review your child's 3rd Quarter Progress Report on ParentVue - click Report Card to view their grades or download a PDF
• Purchase your child's LRES 2023 - 2024 yearbook and enter code 26164
• 6th grade parents, order the 6th grade panoramic photo
• Let us know if your child/family will be returning to Lemon Road next fall using this link
• Parents may include optional input for class placement for the 2024 - 2025 school year by April 26
• Send your child in their Lemon Road polo for all field trips
• Complete the School Health Services Survey
• Submit an entry for the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award

LRES PTA Updates

We have to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who volunteered at, donated to and/or attended our Spring Fair this weekend - we hope you had an amazing time!

• The Roarin’ Raffle winners will be announced next week and we will contact you direct to arrange getting your prizes to you - good luck everyone!
• Staff & Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lemon Road from May 6-10th and this year we are channeling our inner Swifties! Hopefully you have seen the flyer sharing the fun things we have planned for our amazing staff BUT we need your help to make it happen.  PLEASE support where you can with time, money, donations, etc. - all support is very much appreciated! Thank you!
• Purchase items for staff gift bags 
• Volunteer your time or donate food for the staff breakfast  
• Donate money to help throughout the week
•  If you have a student who loves to make friendship bracelets we will be collecting in bracelets made for the staff by students from April 20th! 

Quarter 4 Principals Coffee

Join LRES staff this FRIDAY beginning at 8:15 in the cafeteria to talk with teachers about what work is happening each day with your students around Portrait of a Graduate.  This year, all students are curating a portfolio of evidence of one or more attributes which is the next step towards the FCPS county-wide goal of presenting about individual growth in POG attributes.  During our time together, we will also talk about SOL and end of year testing plans and highlight all the fun events planned to close out the 2023 - 2024 school year!  Refreshments will be served and we look forward to connecting with you.  

Positivity Project: Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence

Appreciation of beauty and excellence is the ability to identify and enjoy that which is admirable in the world. There are three types of goodness in which positive psychology focuses: physical beauty (e.g. a sunset, song, or building); an exceptional skill or talent; and moral goodness (e.g. a character strength). Appreciating beauty and excellence helps an individual experience positive emotions and connect to the world around him/her. It’s an outward facing strength, meaning the individual is focused on the world outside his/her head. Those who appreciate beauty and excellence make their lives more enjoyable by being able to see the world with fresh eyes. “Put yourself in the way of beauty” - Cheryl Strayed. 

FCPS News ICYMI

In case you missed it, check out FCPS News for updates on: 

• Spring Assessments
• SEL Screener Results
• Portrait of a Graduate (POG) work in FCPS
• Family Summit at Marshall High School
• FCPS Literacy Partnership with the Smithsonian
• Early Intervention Programs
• Job Opportunities in FCPS

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, April 22: A Week; Earth Week - Wear Green

Tuesday, April 23: Earth Week - Wear Blue; Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast (8:15 AM); Grade 6 Kilmer MS Field Trip

Wednesday, April 24: Earth Week - Wear White

Thursday, April 25: Earth Week - Wear Red; Advanced Academics Level IV Open House @ 6pm

Friday, April 26:  Earth Week - Freaky Friday - Animal Print or Nature Day; Quarter 4 Principals Coffee (POG POL); All County Chorus Festival Rehearsal

Saturday, April 27: All County Chorus Festival

Monday, April 29: B Week

Wednesday, May 1: 5th Grade Reading SOL

Thursday, May 2: PALS Visit 11-12PM

Friday, May 3: Orthodox Good Friday; Student Holiday; Teacher Work Day

Monday, May 6: Staff Appreciation Week; May SCA Meeting @ 8:20AM; 5th Grade Reading SOL Makeups; 2nd Grade Field Trip 

Wednesday, May 8: 4th & 6th Grade Reading SOLs

Thursday, May 9: 3rd Grade Reading & 5th Grade Science SOLs

Calendar for 2023-24 School Year (for a printable version)

Calendar for 2024-25 School Year (for a printable version)

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

What an awesome week!  We began by experiencing the Solar Eclipse on Monday and closed out with our annual Portrait of a Graduate (POG) Night on Thursday.  If you missed POG Night, be sure to ask your child how they have demonstrated one of the POG attributes recently or what work they have begun to put in their portfolio for the year.  We will draw names of students that turned in their POG Night activity card for special prizes on the news next week.  

You will be able to view your child's Quarter 3 Progress Report in ParentVue on Monday. Please reach out to your child's teacher with any questions. Lemon Road will send home a paper copy of the final progress report at the end of the year.  

On Wednesday, we invite your family to join us in recognizing the sacrifices, and contributions of our military-connected students and their families as we celebrate the Month of the Military Child. One of the most visible displays of support for military-connected youth occurs on Purple Up Day, a day dedicated to showing appreciation by wearing purple – to represent the combined colors of branches of the military.

Speaking of color coordination, we also hope your family will join us for an Earth Spirit Week next week as we reflect on our planet and our responsibility to protect it.

Lastly, this Thursday evening we have some very creative students showing off their art work in the Marshall Pyramid Art Show at Marshall HS. Stop over if you have a moment to see their great work!

Parent Reminders:

• Purchase your child's LRES 2023 - 2024 yearbook
• 6th grade parents, order the 6th grade panoramic photo
• Let us know if your child/family will be returning to Lemon Road next fall using this link
• Parents may include optional input for class placement for the 2024 - 2025 school year by April 26
• Spring referrals for part-time or subject specific AAP services are due to Avery Straw [email protected] by April 15, 2024. Forms can be found here. 
• Send your child in their Lemon Road polo for all field trips.  

Bike Safety

We love that so many of our students walk or bike to school and encourage this extra physical activity each day.  Unfortunately two bikes have gone missing from school grounds during the day.  We have alerted FCPS Security and will be extra vigilant with supervision, however we wanted to make parents aware in case they wanted to send their child with a bike lock.  If anyone has seen the bike above, please let Mrs. Castillo know ([email protected]).  We are excited that our 3rd - 6th graders will actually participate in a biking unit next month as a part of PE and look forward to this new instructional unit!  

Return Solar Eclipse Glasses

Send your gently used, unwanted solar eclipse glasses to school. We’re collecting them to send to a school in South America for their October 2 annular eclipse. Send them for reuse and support other students safely viewing the awesome astronomical events this year. (Drop box on the table by Mrs. Busch’s classroom.)

Positivity Project: Purpose

 

 

This week, we are focusing on Purpose. You have beliefs about the meaning of life and your life’s purpose. You seek to be part of something greater than yourself.

“Regardless of whatever I do, I know my purpose is to make a difference in people’s lives.”  ~Tim Tebow

Questions you might enjoy talking about:

• Do you ever wonder what your purpose is?
• What kind of person do you want to be? What things could you be doing now to enhance the life of those around you?
• What gifts, talents, and ideas do you have that you want to share?

LRES PTA Updates

The PTA Spring Fair is coming on April 20th from 10-3 pm. We will have inflatables, a climbing wall, food trucks, games, a bake sale, as well as our Roaring Raffle! We have amazing raffle prizes this year from our teachers and the local community with something for everyone! Adults and children under 5 attend for free, but all school aged children need a bracelet to attend.  Buy your bracelet now at the pre-sale price of $20 (presale ends 4.16)! 

Consider helping with the event - this requires volunteers to make it happen!! 

Our April PTA Meeting will be on April 17th featuring Ms. Burke discussing literacy and library events over the summer as well as Mrs. Norton talking about upcoming Art shows and opportunities at Lemon Road. This meeting will be fully virtual.  Video call link: https://meet.google.com/gid-kaxf-myx 

Staff & Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lemon Road from May 6-10th. More information will be shared next week but if you have a student who loves to make friendship bracelets we will be collecting in bracelets made for the staff by students.

Thank you LRES PTA

A huge thank you from our teachers & staff to our PTA and parents.  Each month, our PTA organizes a creative and generous spread in the lounge for our teachers.  Check out the treats our staff enjoyed to celebrate the eclipse!  Thank you for your continued support of the staff!  It means so much to us.  

Dr. Bussey Memorial Equity Award

Nominations are open for the 2024 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award.  The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.  

This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1st, 2024.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.

Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website

FCPS News ICYMI

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Webinars and Events for Families
• FCPS Is One of the Best Communities for Music Education

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

School Health Services Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).  To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians of FCPS students. The survey window is April 15 - April 26, 2024.  Survey link: www.redcap.link/FCHDSchoolHealthSurvey.

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, April 15: B Week; Grade 5 Field Trip to Luray Caverns; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00-10:30)

Wednesday, April 17: Purple UP Day: Celebrating our military students; PTA General Meeting (virtual)

Thursday, April 18: Student Environmental Action Showcase; Marshall Pyramid Art Show 6 - 7:30 pm

Friday, April 19: 👕POLO Day; Caccavale/Doble Probability Fair

Saturday, April 20: 🌸LRES PTA Spring Fair

Monday, April 22: A Week; Earth Week - Wear Green

Tuesday, April 23: Earth Week - Wear Blue; Grade 6 Kilmer MS Field Trip; Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast (8:15 AM)

Wednesday, April 24: Earth Week - Wear White

Thursday, April 25: Earth Week - Wear Red; Level IV Advanced Academics Open House 6 pm

Friday, April 26: Earth Week – Freaky Friday – Animal Print or Nature Day; Quarter 4 Principals Coffee (POG POL); All County Chorus

May 6-10th: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

Calendar for 2023-24 School Year (for a printable version)

Calendar for 2024-25 School Year (for a printable version)

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Message from Mrs. Castillo

It was a great week to welcome back our lions for the 4th quarter of the 2023 - 2024 school year.  There is a LOT going on for the rest of the year.  Please make attending school on time everyday a priority for your family.  Students are expected to be in their classroom by 8:15 AM each day.  We miss your child when they are absent or tardy!  Check out FCPS attendance information here.  

Congratulations to our students who have recently competed in regional chess competitions and been so successful!  Thank you for bringing in your trophies so we can highlight your accomplishments with the school!  

This month is the Month of the Military Child!  Lemon Road was proudly awarded the Purple Star designation this fall.  The designation is awarded to schools that have demonstrated their commitment to meeting the needs of military-connected students and their families.  Thank you to those families for your service and support.  We are so happy to have you as a part of our Lemon Road community for as long as you are here.  April 17th is Purple Up! Day, please join us in wearing purple to honor our military families.  

This week was National Assistant Principal Week!  Thank you to Ms.Ulsh for all you do at Lemon Road!  

Parent Reminders:

• Purchase your child's LRES 2023 - 2024 yearbook
• 6th grade parents, order the 6th grade panoramic photo
• Let us know if your child/family will be returning to Lemon Road next fall using this link
• Parents may include optional input for class placement for the 2024 - 2025 school year

• Spring referrals for part-time or subject specific AAP services are due to Avery Straw [email protected] by April 15, 2024. Forms can be found here. 

• Send your child in their Lemon Road polo for all field trips.  

Solar Eclipse - Monday

A solar eclipse is happening tomorrow afternoon, April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon and one that requires important safety reminders.  Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. 

At Lemon Road, we plan to provide donated approved eyeglasses from the National Science Foundation so all students and staff can safely view the eclipse.  Some classes will go out after 2 PM to view the early phases of the eclipse, however the peak will occur around 3:20, after our dismissal.  Parents are also welcome to send in appropriate glasses if you have them for your child.  Even with approved eyewear, if you prefer your child remain indoors between 2:00 and dismissal, please email your child's teacher before noon tomorrow.  

Here are some important reminders:

• Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce it at home. 
• Regular sunglasses are not good enough. We will be providing eyewear that has been approved for viewing.
• Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m., and ends around 4:32 p.m. Please remind your child that they cannot look at the sun during dismissal without protective eyewear.  

For more details, visit the FCPS Solar Eclipse webpage.

Portrait of a Graduate Night

Every Lemon Road student is working towards mastery of Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes.  This year, our goal is that all students will help curate a portfolio of artifacts demonstrating their growth in one or more attributes. To find out more about the POG attributes, join us at POG Night on Thursday, April 11 - the theme for the night is "POG Heist".  This event will be a fun and interactive way for families to learn about and celebrate the Portrait of a Graduate attributes through games, challenges, and other activities.

LRES PTA Updates

• The PTA Spring Fair will be on April 20th from 10-3. We will have inflatables, a climbing wall, food trucks, games, a bake sale and more as well as our Roaring Raffle! Flyers came home in folders this week. Adults and children 4 and under attend for free but all school aged children need a bracelet to attend - buy your bracelets now at the pre-sale price of $20 and please consider volunteering with the event - this is a big one and needs a lot of volunteers to make it happen!! 

• Our April PTA Meeting will be on April 17th and will feature Ms. Burke discussing literacy at LRES and library events over the summer and Mrs. Norton talking about upcoming Art shows and opportunities at Lemon Road. This meeting will be fully virtual.
• Staff & Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lemon Road from May 6-10th. More information will be shared soon but if you have a student who loves to make friendship bracelets we will be collecting bracelets made for the staff by students from April 15th! 

Dr. Bussey Memorial Equity Award

Nominations are open for the 2024 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award.  The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.  

This award recognizes staff or community members who have demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual or group for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Wednesday, May 1st, 2024.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium.

Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website

Free On-Demand Online Tutoring

Does your child need homework help or feedback on their writing? How about a practice quiz to get ready for a test?  FCPS students who’ve used Tutor.com have provided positive feedback:

• “This tutor was very helpful! She didn't tell me the answers. When needed, she helped me solve them! She was very kind and she really helped me!” –Elementary Math Student
• “This was an awesome tutor! She explained why I needed to do specific steps, and she gave me practice problems! Best tutor I have had!” –IB Chemistry Student

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.

Upcoming Important Dates

Monday, April 8: A Week; Wear Green to represent Global & Ethical Citizen;  SCA Meeting; Kindergarten Zoo Trip; Solar Eclipse 2:04 - 4:32 (Peak at 3:20 PM)

Tuesday, April 9: Wear Blue to represent Creative & Critical Thinking

Wednesday, April 10: School Holiday - Happy Eid!

Thursday April 11: Wear Purple to represent being Goal Directed; Grade 5 IRW Assessment; PALS Dog Visit; Family Night at Lemon Road with Portrait of a Graduate events (5:30 - 7:00)

Friday, April 12: Grades 3 & 5 Field Trip to The Alden; PTA Board Meeting

Monday, April 15: B Week; Grade 5 Field Trip to Luray Caverns; Kindergarten Orientation (9:00-10:30)

Wednesday, April 17: Purple UP Day: Celebrating our military students; PTA General Meeting (virtual)

Thursday, April 18: Marshall Pyramid Art Show 6 - 8 pm

Friday, April 19: 👕POLO Day; Caccavale/Doble Probability Fair

Saturday, April 20: 🌸LRES PTA Spring Fair

Monday, April 22:A Week; Earth Week - Wear Green

Tuesday, April 23: Earth Week - Wear Blue; Grade 6 Kilmer MS Field Trip

Wednesday, April 24: Earth Week - Wear White

Thursday, April 25: Earth Week - Wear Red; Level IV Advanced Academics Open House 6 pm

May 6-10th: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

Calendar for 2023-24 School Year (for a printable version)

Calendar for 2024-25 School Year (for a printable version)

7230 Idylwood Road, Falls Church, VA 22043 | Main Phone: 703-714-6400

Attendance: 703-714-6464 or email | Health Rm.: 703-714-6410 | Web | Instagram