March 24-28, 2025

Dear Fairfax Families,

Just a reminder that we have a shortened school week! Students have school Monday through Wednesday only. There will be no school on Thursday and Friday this week, and Spring Break runs all next week. School will resume on Monday, April 7th.

Notice from Nurse Spencer: Allergy Season is Here and MetroHealth!

With the warmer weather, we are seeing an increase in allergies, particularly pollen and eye allergies.

Common Symptoms of Eye Allergies in Kids:
🔹 Redness around the eye and in the eyeball
🔹 Itchiness or burning, often leading to eye rubbing
🔹 Watery eyes
🔹 Swollen eyelids

Rubbing the eyes can worsen symptoms. Pollen allergies typically last four to eight weeks.

Tips to Help Manage Allergies:
✔️ Have your child bathe and change clothes after playing outside.
✔️ Keep windows closed to prevent pollen from entering the home, especially in bedrooms.
✔️ Use a cool washcloth on their face and eyes for relief.
✔️ For children ages 3 and up, OTC antihistamine eye drops like Zaditor (ketotifen) may help.
✔️ Always consult your child’s doctor before starting any new treatment.

MetroHealth Services

MetroHealth will be available to see Fairfax students on Thursday, April 10, at the Heights Wellness Center. Students enrolled in the program and with confirmed appointments will be transported by the district.

📌 To schedule an appointment, call 216-957-1303.

MetroHealth provides services including:
✔ Physicals (annual/sports/work permit)
✔ Injury/illness care
✔ Mental/behavioral health support
✔ Immunizations & routine lab tests
✔ Chronic condition management (asthma, allergies, diabetes, etc.)
✔ Telehealth options

For more information or to enroll, visit metrohealth.org/school-health.

Interim Goal Review

• Grades 3 and 4 will review their interim goals and scores this week.
• Grade 5 completed their review last week.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on:
📅 Thursday from 1:00–7:00 PM
📅 Friday morning

Please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a conference if you have not done so already. This is a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress!

🏃‍♂️ Tiger 5K & Fun Run – Saturday, May 17
Join us for a fun, family-friendly event benefiting ALL CHUH elementary schools!

• 5K Registration: $30/adults, $20/kids (14 & under)
• Kids’ Fun Run: FREE!
• Same-day registration: Available at Heights High School (8:00–8:30 AM) for an additional fee.
• Support the fundraiser at Five Guys on Wednesday, March 19 (11:00 AM–8:00 PM)!

🎯 Attendance Matters!
Did you know our daily attendance impacts our state report card? We are on track to meet our goal but need to finish the year strong. Please ensure your child:
✔ Arrives on time
✔ Stays for the full school day (unless sick or for unavoidable medical appointments)

Enjoy the short week and have a wonderful Spring Break!

Warm regards,

Best,
Dr. Walker,
Principal, Fairfax Elementary School

Thursday, Mar. 27: Records/PD Day - No School for Elementary Students Only

Thursday, Mar. 27: Elementary School Parent-Teacher Conferences (PM)

Friday, Mar. 28: Professional Development Day - No School For All Students

Friday, Mar. 28: Elementary School Parent-Teacher Conferences (AM)

Monday, Mar. 31-Friday, Apr. 4: Spring Break

Tuesday, Apr. 1: Arab American Heritage Month Begins

Wednesday, Apr. 2: Paraprofessional Appreciation Day

Friday, Apr. 4: School Librarian Appreciation Day

Monday: Apr 7: Students Report to School

The District has adopted a plan for communications with persons with disabilities, which is available at the following link: Communication Plan. The plan establishes procedures to ensure that the District's communications with persons with disabilities, including applicants, participants, members of the public, and companions with disabilities, are as effective as its communications with others.

Fairfax Elementary School

Main Office: 216-371-7480

Attendance Line: 216-320-4802