Message from The Principal

Dear Clear Spring Elementary Families,

Welcome to a brand-new school year! In this Smore, you’ll find important information to help you and your child start the year off smoothly. Inside, we’ve included bus information, details about our upcoming Back to School Night, and links to other helpful resources available on the WCPS website. We hope you find these tools useful as we get ready for an exciting year of learning and growth together.

Thank you,

Dr. A

Bring the family to meet your teacher, explore your classroom, and connect with your classmates! Make sure you visit according to the schedule below based on your last name.

Visit Times

5:30-5:50 PM: Last name begins with A - I

6:00-6:20 PM: Last name begins with J - Q

6:30-6:50 PM: Last name begins with R - Z

We can't wait to see you soon!

When?

Thursday, Aug 21 2025

Where?

Clear Spring Elementary School

Class lists will be accessible to parents through ParentVUE. For the safety and security of our students, class lists will not be posted on the school's doors as this is personal information and not for everyone who visits the school to see. If you haven't already done so, please set up a ParentVUE account. This is a great communication tool! I recommend doing this before Back to School Night as we will be very busy. You may log into your ParentVUE account on August 14th at 4:00 PM to access your child's teacher/schedule. If you need help accessing this information, please contact email Darlene at reiddar@wcps.k12.md.us and she will provide you the activation key to get started.

• The first day of school is Monday August 25th. Doors open at 7:30 and school ends at 2:25. Please check the link above for the times and pick up/drop off spots for your student(s).
• Friday August 29th is a 2 hour early dismissal. School ends at 12:25.
• Monday September 1st is Labor Day. There is no school.
• If you have any questions, starting August 18th school will be open M-F from 8:00-3:30.