Principal Mayronne's Weekly Update: 04/13/2025

Good Evening Lafayette Lions and Families,

I hope you all are enjoying this beautiful Sunday! My heart is full as we had a wonderful Movie Night on Friday, which made for a great cap to a busy week.

This week SOLs begin! Please encourage your learners to try their best! They have worked hard all year, and we know that they will do great!

Here are a few simple ways you can help your child feel confident and prepared: 

🍽️ Eat a healthy breakfast – A nutritious start to the day helps students stay focused and energized. 

😴 Get a good night's sleep – Rest is key to helping students do their best! 

🕰️ Arrive to school on time – A calm, on-time start helps reduce test-day anxiety. 

💬 Offer encouragement – Remind your child that they’ve worked hard and you’re proud of them, no matter what. 

🎒 Bring glasses, water bottle, and a book – In case your student finishes early, they can read quietly while others are still testing. 

Thank you for being such a supportive part of our Lafayette community—we’re cheering on our Lions as they show what they know! 🦁📚 

Below, you will find important information about upcoming events.  

Upcoming Events

Monday, April 14 - Tuesday, May 20: SOL Testing Grades 3-5 — please review the SOL Testing Guide with your students

Tuesday, April 15: Purple Up for VA Spirit Day — more details here

Wednesday, April 16: Purple Color Run 

Thursday, April 17: Interim Reports — please check your child’s black take home folder

Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21: No School (Good Friday and Easter Monday Holiday) 

Thursday, April 24: Kindergarten Registration Night — more details to here

Friday, April 25: Rescheduled PTA Trivia Night — more details to here

April 28-May 16: VALLSS Testing Window K-2; Grade 3 (Tier III students only)

Looking Ahead

May 5: School Board Meeting at 7:30 PM

May 9: 5th Grade Dance (Updated Date) — more details to come

May 10: FCPS Mental Health Wellness and Safety Fair 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at JMHS — more details here

May 14: Matilda Musical at 6:30 PM

May 16: JMHS Graduation

May 19-22: EOY Classroom Ceremonies — more details to come

May 19: Field Day 

May 20: 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony 

May 23: Last Day of School (Early Dismissal for Students) 

May 23: End of Grading Period 

 Attendance

Attendance and punctuality are critical to supporting your child’s success. If your child is healthy, please ensure they are present and on time.

🔗 Attendance Notes

Title I

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Thank you for your continued support as we work together to create a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns at (540) 372-1135.

With Lion PRIDE,
Dr. Mayronne
Principal