Hello Phenix Firebirds!

Dear Phenix Elementary Families,

Can you believe we’ve reached the final stretch? Welcome to the last month of the 2025-2026 school year! It has been a year filled with incredible growth, and as the flowers bloom outside, we are seeing the "seeds" of knowledge planted back in August finally reach full bloom.

As we look toward the finish line, we have a very important week ahead. SOL testing begins tomorrow. While we know our students are prepared and ready to shine, we want to make sure they have the best environment possible to succeed. To help them bring their "A-game," please ensure your child:

• Gets a great night’s sleep: A well-rested brain is a sharp brain!

• Arrives on time: Attendance is crucial during testing days to ensure everyone can start in a calm, focused environment.

• Eats a healthy breakfast: Fueling up is key for staying focused through the morning.

Finally, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for all of your support this year. From volunteering and attending events to helping with homework, you are our partners in your child’s success. We couldn't have made it through this year without you!

Testing Note: Please note that the VKRP, VALLS, as well as SOL testing windows will be active during the latter half of the month. Ensure your students get plenty of rest!

***May Events***

Teacher Appreciation Week May 4- May 8

2026.05.04 PreK and K Field Trip Zoo

Monday, May 4⋅8:15am – 2:45pm

2025-2026 Reading SOL 3rd-5th

Tuesday, May 5

2025-2026 Va Studies and Science SOL 4th and 5th

Thursday, May 7

2025-2026 Reading SOL Retakes 3rd-5th

Friday, May 8

2025-2026 Math SOL 3rd-5th

Tuesday, May 12

2025-2026 Va Studies and Science Retakes SOL 4th and 5th

Wednesday, May 13

PreK Graduation

Thursday, May 14

2025-2026 Math SOL Retakes 3rd-5th

Friday, May 15

Phenix Elementary Field Day

Monday, May 18

5th Grade Commencement

Tuesday, May 19

4th Nine Weeks-44 Days (Early Dismissal)

Thursday, May 21

As we head into May and the end of the school year, excitement is in the air! Warmer days mean more outdoor activities, so please remind your child to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and use helmets when biking, skating, or riding scooters.

The last weeks of school can also feel busy and tiring. Encourage your child to get plenty of sleep, eat balanced meals, and take breaks for physical activity to keep their energy and focus strong through the final days.

If your child has any medication at school, please remember it will need to be picked up before summer break. This is also a good time to schedule yearly physicals and update any immunizations needed for next school year.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students healthy and safe all year long. Wishing your family a fun, restful, and healthy summer!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to remember that taking care of our minds is just as important as taking care of our bodies! At our school, we want everyone to feel safe, happy, and supported.

Mental health includes our feelings, thoughts, and how we handle challenges. It’s okay to feel a range of emotions, happy, sad, excited, or even worried. What matters is talking about those feelings and asking for help when we need it.

This month, try small ways to care for your mental health:

• Talk to a trusted adult or friend
• Take deep breaths when you feel stressed
• Spend time doing something you enjoy
• Be kind to yourself and others

Remember: You are not alone, and your feelings matter!

Please be sure to join us!

The Phenix Parent Teacher Organization is currently accepting nominations for the Vice-

President/Secretary positions of the Executive Board for the upcoming 2026/2027 school year. Term

length is 4 years with possibility of re-nomination or early term if the Board votes on a new nominee.

This position is currently served by one member but can be split into two positions.

Vice-President: Oversees the committee system of the Organization, assists the President and chair

meetings in the absence of the President.

Secretary: Manages communications and marketing for the Organization including, but not limited to

Organization newsletters, email broadcasts, website, social media, meeting agenda, bulletin boards,

etc. Record and distribute minutes of all Executive Board meetings and all General Organization

meetings, holds historical records for the Organization.

Some duties are distributed amongst all Executive Board members depending on current members

strengths and abilities.

Please fill out the form below to nominate yourself or anyone you feel would be interested in serving

in one of these roles. (return in envelope addressed to PTO)

Please return form by April 30, 2026. Accepted nominations will be announced at the next PTO

meeting in May, 2026. Additional nominations will also be taken on the floor at that time (must be

present to accept nomination). Voting will commence during the May meeting for all nominees who

have accepted their nomination.

If you have any questions or would like more information on the positions, please contact any current

Officer: Ka’Jayla, Andrea, or Heather at phenixelementaryPTO@gmail.com.

Please see below:

Make sure to check out out Phenix Elementary Website for all of the latest information!

Email: richardsondt@ccpsmail.com
Website: https://pes.ccpsk12.org/
Location: 400 Red House Road, Phenix, VA, USA
Phone: (434)542-5570
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ccpsk12