Cardinal Forest Elementary School

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Advanced Academic Program Informational Meeting and Fall Newsletter

AAP Informational Meetings: Thursday,September 26 at 6:00 p.m., in our library and Wednesday, October 2 at 9:15 a.m. in room 157. The AART, Karen Mitchell ([email protected]) will provide information about the continuum of AAP services, explain the screening processes, and answer questions about advanced academic services.

09/12/2024
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Back to School Night

Mark your calendars! Back to School Night is scheduled for September 19 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This event is a fantastic opportunity for you to meet your child's teachers and gain insights into their upcoming classes.

09/04/2024
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Parent Digital Consent System

We are gearing up for the new school year! All 2024-25 consent forms are digital! Get started on your forms today!

08/08/2024
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Parent/Guardian Consent for Digital Resources

We want your child to get the most out of their school experience! To open up a world of exciting activities and valuable opportunities, we need your collaboration. Please take a moment at the beginning of the school year to review and provide your consent through our easy-to-use Parent Digital Consent system.

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CFES Boosterthon Fun Run 2024

March 01, 2024
THANK YOU to our incredible PTA, our amazing families, friends, and our supportive community for rallying around our Boosterthon Fun Run! Your enthusiasm and generosity make all the difference in supporting our school initiatives. THANK YOU! Check out all of the fun we had!

Meet the Staff!

November 03, 2023
Welcome to Cardinal Forest! Through our Virtual Directory, meet our wonderful staff that is dedicated to the success of our Mighty Red Birds!

Cardinal Forest Receives the Virginia Purple Star Designation

November 02, 2022
2022-23 Purple Star Designation Awarded To Cardinal Forest Elementary School
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FCPS News and Features

191 FCPS Students Named 2025 National Merit Semifinalists

One hundred ninety-one students from 19 Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) are among the semifinalists named by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for 2025. Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST), which also serves as the Governor’s Regional School for Northern Virginia, has 81 semifinalists.

Message Regarding School Safety

Message regarding different threatening posts circulating on multiple social media platforms.

FCPS This Week - September 11, 2024

In this week's issue, read about the results of the Family Engagement Survey, see our Caregiver Checklist, and learn about New Food Options.

Building Resilience Through Basketball: Trick Shots with Mr. Noel.

Patrick Noel, Colvin Run Elementary School physical education teacher, discovered that by teaching basketball trick shots, his students learned a lot about determination and resilience in life. Now he incorporates those skills into his lessons.
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