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Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we settle into the third week of school, I'm delighted to share the wonderful experiences our students have been having. Our classrooms are buzzing with excitement as students dive deeper into their learning journeys.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to our dedicated teachers and staff for their unwavering commitment to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Their passion and enthusiasm are evident in every interaction with our students.

Thank you for your continued support of our school. Together, we are creating a positive and enriching experience for all.

Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs

Calendar Reminders

September 13-PTO meeting & Parent Coffee, 9am

September 20th- Block Party, 5:30pm

September 23-Early Release Monday #1

Oct 3 - No School (Rosh Hashanah)

Oct. 4 -No School (Teacher Work Day)

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

PTO Meeting & Parent Coffee Please join us on Friday, September 13th at the FIRST PTO MEETING of the school year!  It will start at 9 AM in the Spring Hill Cafeteria.

Following the PTO meeting, there will be a Parent Coffee with Principal Briggs, who will share important curriculum updates surrounding the new Virginia Literacy Act. 

So, grab a cup of coffee and a sweet treat with us and learn more about what's happening this year! News from our PTO

1. Join the PTO and stay informed
2. Donate to the Panther Fund
3. Volunteer with the PTO

WHAT: 9th Annual Spring Hill Back-to-School BBQ Block Party
WHEN: Friday, September 20th at 5:30 PM
WHERE: Spring Hill Parking Lot - by the large playground

Get together with friends new and old for an evening that will be a hit for the whole family. From catered food by Mookie's BBQ to DJ'd tunes and games by Bach to Rock, there's something for everyone!

You MUST have a ticket to attend.  Don't delay - click the button below to buy yours today! 

Click Here to Buy Your Block Party Tickets! Please help make Block Party a huge success!  Click on the button below to volunteer! Click Here to Volunteer at Block Party

 

NEED HELP KEEPING YOUR KIDS’ THINGS OUT OF THE LOST AND FOUND?

 

The Spring Hill PTO has partnered with Mabel's Labels to make labeling easy for you. Plus, when you purchase from Mabel’s Labels, the PTO receives a portion of the proceeds. It’s a win-win!

 

To ensure that our PTO gets credit for your labels, please do one of the following – (1) click on this link (and bookmark the page); (2) click the "Support a Fundraiser" link on the Mabel’s Labels Home Page and enter “Spring Hill Elementary School PTO (McLean)” in the search bar; OR (3) enter “Spring Hill Elementary School PTO (McLean)” at checkout in the Support a Fundraiser bar. 

 

Thank you for your support!    

• 🩹 Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your health care provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

• A health care provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
• A health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
• A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

• 🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

  Kiss & Ride Reminders

Below are the guidelines we ask you to follow to keep everyone safe at arrival and dismissal.

(8:30-8:50am & 3:35pm)

•Drop your child off only in the Kiss and Ride traffic pattern. Do not drop your child off on Lewinsville Road or  or other areas around the school/neighborhood.

•Pull your car forward as far as possible in the line.

•Make sure that your child exits your car on the building side only. It is NOT okay to exit your car. 

•Do not pass other cars in line.

Do not use the bus access lane in front of the school.

FCPS Cell Phone Policy

📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade levelwith your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our 703-913-6800.  

Grades K-6

• Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school only.
• Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
• Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency.
• With the approval of the principal or their designee, teachers may allow usage of cell phones for instructional activities where they are the most appropriate tool; however, one-to-one FCPS devices should meet most needs.

📑Family Handbook

Please take some time to review our Parent Handbook. We wanted to provide our families with this resource as it will help assist you with pertinent information in regards to the 2024-2025 school year. 

Student Lunch

Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store. This online payment service provides a quick and easy way to pay for school-related purchases. You will be able to pay for a variety of school fees using credit/debit cards or electronic checks.

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Calendar Reminders

 

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

September 13-PTO meeting & Parent Coffee, 9am

September 20th- Block Party, 5:30pm

September 23-Early Release Monday #1

Oct 3 - No School (Rosh Hashanah)

Oct. 4 -No School (Teacher Work Day)

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We have had a fantastic two weeks of school! Thank you for joining us at our Back-To-School Night this past week. As I was walking through the halls on Back-To-School night, I continue to be impressed by our dedicated staff and the incredible partnership we share with our families. I am truly proud to be Principal of Spring Hill!

We hope you will join us for our first PTO meeting of the school year and Principal coffee on Friday, September 13th at 9am. After our brief PTO meeting, we will share important curriculum updates around the Virginia Literacy Act. 

We hope you and your family enjoy the long weekend!

 

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

 

PTO Meeting & Parent Coffee News from our PTO

1. Join the PTO and stay informed
2. Donate to the Panther Fund
3. Volunteer with the PTO

Required Back to School Actions

The 3-Hour Early Release Mondays   We assume students are going home, but to ensure our students are safe, we need to confirm with you!

Please complete this form for each of your children who are enrolled at Spring Hill Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. 

Our instructional staff will be in professional development and will not be available, so we need to plan for student supervision and again ask you complete the survey as soon as possible!

 

Online Verification Update (OVU)  The 2024-25 Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet is available in ParentVue.  Please log in to ParentVue to verify your student’s emergency contact information.  Instructions and detailed information are available at the following sites: SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet. Parents should contact the school directly for data corrections that they are not able to update or submit a Parent Support Request ticket for technical assistance in ParentVUE.

Parent Digital Consent Student consent forms currently on ParentVUE were moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC).

Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. School staff will have access to view consent status and edit consent with permission from the family.

Become a Room Parent!

Room Parents serve an important role in helping support the classroom teacher, organize classroom events and facilitate communication between the school and parents. If interested in serving in this role, please sign up

Room parents will meet virtually  with Mrs. Briggs and our Room Parent Liason on Wednesday, Sept. 4th at 7pm. A zoom meeting link will be emailed out closer to the date.

After this preliminary meeting Grade level teams will be setting up a time to meet with Room Parents

We need 2-3 Room Parents per classroom-Room parents works closely with grade level teachers to arrange for volunteers, decor, craft, activities

Please fill out this form if you are interested in becoming a Grade Level Coordinator and/or a primary room parent

📑Family Handbook

Please take some time to review our Parent Handbook. We wanted to provide our families with this resource as it will help assist you with pertinent information in regards to the 2024-2025 school year. 

Student Lunch

Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store. This online payment service provides a quick and easy way to pay for school-related purchases. You will be able to pay for a variety of school fees using credit/debit cards or electronic checks.

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Calendar Reminders

 

August 27: Back-to-School Night (Parents/Caregivers Only) 6-8pm.

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

September 13-PTO meeting & Parent Coffee, 9am

September 20th-Block Party, 5pm

September 23-Early Release Monday #1

Oct 3 - No School (Rosh Hashanah)

Oct. 4 -No School (Teacher Work Day)

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We hope this email finds you well. As we wrap up the first week of school, we wanted to share a brief recap of our successful start.

Your children have settled into their classrooms seamlessly, and we are impressed with their enthusiasm and engagement. The teachers have been working tirelessly to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

We would like to thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child's education. Your partnership is essential to our success.

Please be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming Back-to-School Night on September 27th from 6pm-8pm. We will be offering two identical sessions so that parents who have more than one student will be able to visit both classrooms. This is a great opportunity to meet your child's teachers and learn more about our school programs.

We hope you will join us for our first PTO meeting of the school year and Principal coffee on Friday, September 13th at 9am. After our brief PTO meeting, we will share important curriculum updates around the Virginia Literacy Act. 

We look forward to another fantastic year together!

 

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

 

PTO Meeting & Parent Coffee Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy

Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office at 703-506-3400.

Required Back to School Actions

The 3-Hour Early Release Mondays   We assume students are going home, but to ensure our students are safe, we need to confirm with you!

Please complete this form for each of your children who are enrolled at Spring Hill Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. 

Our instructional staff will be in professional development and will not be available, so we need to plan for student supervision and again ask you complete the survey as soon as possible!

 

Online Verification Update (OVU)  The 2024-25 Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet is available in ParentVue.  Please log in to ParentVue to verify your student’s emergency contact information.  Instructions and detailed information are available at the following sites: SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet. Parents should contact the school directly for data corrections that they are not able to update or submit a Parent Support Request ticket for technical assistance in ParentVUE.

Parent Digital Consent Student consent forms currently on ParentVUE were moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC).

Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. School staff will have access to view consent status and edit consent with permission from the family.

Become a Room Parent!

Room Parents serve an important role in helping support the classroom teacher, organize classroom events and facilitate communication between the school and parents. If interested in serving in this role, please sign up

Room parents will meet virtually  with Mrs. Briggs and our Room Parent Liason on Thursday, September 5th at 7pm. A zoom link will be shared soon!

After this preliminary meeting Grade level teams will be setting up a time to meet with Room Parents

We need 2-3 Room Parents per classroom-Room parents works closely with grade level teachers to arrange for volunteers, decor, craft, activities

Please fill out this form if you are interested in becoming a Grade Level Coordinator and/or a primary room parent

Band/Strings Interest form (Grades 3-6)

Your child has the chance to select either Band (Grades 4-6) or Strings (Grades 3-6). Please fill out the interest forms and return by August 28th, 2024.

Band Interest Form

Strings Interest Form

📑Family Handbook

Please take some time to review our Parent Handbook. We wanted to provide our families with this resource as it will help assist you with pertinent information in regards to the 2024-2025 school year. 

New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE for 2024-25 School Year

FCPS is excited to announce an important update beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year.  Parents and caregivers will have the option to submit their student’s attendance directly through ParentVUE starting the first day of school, August 19, 2024.  ParentVUE offers a more secure and reliable platform for managing students' attendance information.  How to Report an Absence Through ParentVUE

Student Lunch

Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store. This online payment service provides a quick and easy way to pay for school-related purchases. You will be able to pay for a variety of school fees using credit/debit cards or electronic checks.

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First Day Notes

Dear Spring Hill families,

What a fabulous first day of school! Our students came into the building with smiles on their faces and ready to learn. I was very impressed with how well our students learned our school routines and walked quietly throughout the hallways.

We want to thank you for your patience as we greeted students and gave them a sticker this morning to ensure all knew how they are going home. We also want to thank you for your patience during Kiss & Ride. We have changed our Kiss & Ride to make sure if it more safe & secure. We are no longer using numbers, but using the last name of families to dismiss students. Please let us know if you still need a car tag. 

Please make sure you have registered for PickUp Patrol. We only have 60% registered and we rely heavily on this system to know how to dismiss your student. Please look out for an email directly from PickUp Patrol to register. The link expires after 24 hours, so keep checking for updated emails. Refer to our website for more information.

Lastly, please review with your student how they will be going home. Some bus routes changed from last year, so it is important for them to know exactly how they will go home.

Thank you again for your partnership, support, and patience!

 

Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs

 

 

Action Items Required Back to School Actions

The 3-Hour Early Release Mondays   We assume students are going home, but to ensure our students are safe, we need to confirm with you!

Please complete this form for each of your children who are enrolled at Spring Hill Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. 

Our instructional staff will be in professional development and will not be available, so we need to plan for student supervision and again ask you complete the survey as soon as possible!

 

Online Verification Update (OVU)  The 2024-25 Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet is available in ParentVue.  Please log in to ParentVue to verify your student’s emergency contact information.  Instructions and detailed information are available at the following sites: SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet. Parents should contact the school directly for data corrections that they are not able to update or submit a Parent Support Request ticket for technical assistance in ParentVUE.

Parent Digital Consent Student consent forms currently on ParentVUE were moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC).

Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. School staff will have access to view consent status and edit consent with permission from the family.

Forms available in the PDC starting in the 2024-2025 school year include:

• School Counseling Opt-Out
• Digital Resources Consent
• SEL Screener Opt-Out
• Consent for Release of Student Records in Support of Postsecondary Applications
• Denial of Access to Military Recruiters 
• Family Life Education Opt-Out
• SOL Retest Permission
• Hazel Health
• BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Opt-Out
• SOS Screener Opt-Out
• Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
• Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public

https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent 

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Dear Spring Hill Families,

We can't wait to welcome our students tomorrow morning! We look forward to partnering with you to support our students academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for entrusting us with your most precious treasures! This is going to be an amazing year!

Sincerely,

 

Spring Hill Panther Staff

Required Back to School Actions

The 3-Hour Early Release Mondays   We assume students are going home, but to ensure our students are safe, we need to confirm with you!

Please complete this form for each of your children who are enrolled at Spring Hill Elementary. The form covers the first two early release Mondays, scheduled for September 23, 2024 and October 28, 2024. If you have multiple children, you will need to submit multiple forms. 

Our instructional staff will be in professional development and will not be available, so we need to plan for student supervision and again ask you complete the survey as soon as possible!

 

Online Verification Update (OVU)  The 2024-25 Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet is available in ParentVue.  Please log in to ParentVue to verify your student’s emergency contact information.  Instructions and detailed information are available at the following sites: SIS ParentVUE Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet. Parents should contact the school directly for data corrections that they are not able to update or submit a Parent Support Request ticket for technical assistance in ParentVUE.

Parent Digital Consent Student consent forms currently on ParentVUE were moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC).

Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. School staff will have access to view consent status and edit consent with permission from the family.

Forms available in the PDC starting in the 2024-2025 school year include:

• School Counseling Opt-Out
• Digital Resources Consent
• SEL Screener Opt-Out
• Consent for Release of Student Records in Support of Postsecondary Applications
• Denial of Access to Military Recruiters 
• Family Life Education Opt-Out
• SOL Retest Permission
• Hazel Health
• BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Opt-Out
• SOS Screener Opt-Out
• Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
• Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public

https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent 

Need to Know Items First Day of School - Monday, August 19

The school hours are 8:50 a.m. - 3:35 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please note the arrival and dismissal schedule below.  We ask that families say their goodbyes to students before they enter the building.  Staff members will stationed throughout the building to help the students get to their classrooms.

• Student Arrival: 
• 8:30 a.m.: students are allowed into the school to go to their classrooms. 
• 8:50 a.m.: students should be seated in their classrooms, ready to begin the school day. Students arriving after 8:35 a.m. should report to the front office and will be marked tardy.
• Student Dismissal:
• 3:35 p.m.: All students will be dismissed.
• Student Arrival/Dismissal Procedures, for bus riders, walkers and those using Kiss and Ride are outlined in our Arrival and Dismissal Presentation.

 

Arrival & Dismissal Procedures

One of the most important things we do at Spring Hill is to ensure the safety of students, families, and staff during arrival and dismissal.  Below are the procedures for our school community. Please make sure to read them carefully and follow established routes for the safety of all!

During arrival and dismissal, the entrance to the bus lanes in the front of the school and the parking lot to the left of the school (by the stop light) are closed to ensure the safety of our students. 

It’s important to note that Kiss & Ride takes time. Plan thoughtfully and arrive in a timely manner to ensure your child arrives at school to begin his/her school day on time. The Kiss & Ride procedures are as follows:

Kiss and Ride arrival instructions

Enter the Kiss & Ride lane from Lewinsville Road. Loop around the school’s parking lot and follow the directions of staff. You will be directed to pull forward and a staff member will open the door for your child when it’s time to be released from the car. Your child should be seated on the passenger side of the car as they will exit from the right side only. Parents must stay in their vehicles at all times. Kiss & Ride cars will exit right onto Lewinsville Road.

Kiss and Ride dismissal instructions

Enter the Kiss & Ride lane from Lewinsville Road and loop around the school’s parking lot and follow the directions from staff. You will be directed to pull forward. Please have displayed your kiss and ride number on the passenger side front window. A staff member will call your child(ren). Students will then enter the vehicle from the passenger side of the car.

Kiss & Ride will use last names and are given to every family regardless of whether it is used or not. Car Tags were given out during Open House and will be sent home to those families who were unable to attend. 

Please remember to not pass cars in the Kiss & Ride lane.

Please refer to the map below:

Calendar Reminders

August 19: First Day of School

August 27: Back-to-School Night (Parents/Caregivers Only) 6-8pm.

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

September 13-PTO meeting, 9am

September 20th-Block Party, 5pm

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

📑Family Handbook

Please take some time to review our Parent Handbook. We wanted to provide our families with this resource as it will help assist you with pertinent information in regards to the 2024-2025 school year. 

New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE for 2024-25 School Year

FCPS is excited to announce an important update beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year.  Parents and caregivers will have the option to submit their student’s attendance directly through ParentVUE starting the first day of school, August 19, 2024.  ParentVUE offers a more secure and reliable platform for managing students' attendance information.  How to Report an Absence Through ParentVUE

Student Lunch

Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store. This online payment service provides a quick and easy way to pay for school-related purchases. You will be able to pay for a variety of school fees using credit/debit cards or electronic checks.

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Dear Spring Hill Families,

We are so excited to welcome back our Spring Hill Panthers and meet our newest additions at our Kindergarten Playdate this Friday! 

We have some exciting news to share! STEAM will be offered this year by our very own Mrs. Kendra Roman. We are thrilled to offer this new program throughout the school day for all of our students. We are excited about the positive impact this new addition will have on our community and look forward to sharing more details about the STEAM Lab in the coming months.

Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs

[email protected]

Calendar Reminders

August 9-Kindergarten Jump-Start/PTO play date

August 14 -New Family Orientation-6pm

August 16- Open House-9:00am-10:30am

August 19: First Day of School

August 27: Back-to-School Night (Parents/Caregivers Only) 6-8pm.

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

⭐New Family Orientation

We will be hosting a new family orientation on August 14th at 6pm in the cafeteria. New families will learn more about Spring Hill and receive a tour of the building.

🏫Open House August 16th 

We are looking forward to hosting an open house for all Spring Hill families on August 16h from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m followed by Popsicles on the playground with our Principals (10:30am). Come by anytime during this window to meet your teacher and drop off school supplies and meet our Principal, Mrs. Amy Briggs, and Assistant Principals, Mrs.  Boutia Pourhashemi and Mr. Dan Solsberry.

📩Class Placement Information

Teacher assignments will be emailed on Wednesday, August 14th at 4pm. 

📚Supply Lists

All Supply lists can be accessed here on our Spring Hill Website.

📑Family Handbook

Please take some time to review our Parent Handbook . We wanted to provide our families with this resource as it will help assist you with pertinent information in regards to the 2024-2025 school year. 

📧Student Consent Forms

Starting August 1st, Student consent forms currently available on ParentVue will be moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into the PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child.  If you have a new ParentVue account, you must wait 24 hours after it is created to use the PDC.

Forms available include:

School Counseling Opt-out
Digital Resources Consent 
SEL Screener Opt-Out
Family Life Education Opt-out
SOL Retest Permission
Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations

🚌Transportation Communication

Communication was sent last Friday to families eligible to receive school bus services to and from school.  If you still need to do so, please respond to this email to assist our transportation department in developing the most efficient bus routes.

📅Early Release Mondays

FCPS will implement early releases at the elementary level on seven Mondays during the 2024-25 school year. The primary purpose is to provide dedicated time for teachers to complete required professional development for the new Virginia Literacy Act. We value your child's education and continue to support good attendance practices, so these early dismissal days are a convenient option for scheduling appointments to avoid early checkout or absences on other school days.  

Spring Hill ES will release students at 12:35 pm on the following days:

September 23
October 28
November 25
February 24
March 17
April 28
May 19

 While these are designated as early release days—where necessary—we will ensure that every student has supervised enrichment activities at the school and returns home at the regular time if that is what works best for families. More information on this will be provided soon.

🌎Our Voices, Our Future: Multilingual Learners Summit

All multilingual learners and their families are invited to a summit on Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Annandale High School. The summit will be primarily geared toward secondary multilingual learners, but all are welcome to attend. The goal of the summit is to foster an environment of empowerment where multilingual students and their families can establish meaningful connections, engage in active listening, and openly share their experiences, cultivating mutual support and a deeper understanding of educational pathways within FCPS.  

This event will begin with a table fair showcasing many opportunities available within FCPS and the wider community that support students' paths to graduation and future careers. Additionally, Dr. Jose Luis Zelaya will present a keynote, sharing a message about the power of community and resilience. Following the keynote, a student panel will dialogue with Dr. Zelaya.  

Refreshments and light food will be served. Language and childcare services will be available. FCPS has emailed all secondary-level multilingual learners a central invitation. Registration is open for students, families, or staff planning to attend.    

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Dear Spring Hill Parents,

We're committed to fostering a nurturing and enriching learning environment for all our students. This dedication extends to building a strong school community, and that includes having a dedicated and passionate staff.

We're currently seeking talented individuals to join our team in the following positions:

Office Assistant (Both full and half time)

Description: Performs a variety of general office duties required to support the activities of a school to include responding to requests for information, maintaining and updating records, and preparing documents.

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) certificate.
• Some general office experience.
• Knowledge of basic business office practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in the use of technology.
• Ability to use assignment-specific computers, software, and peripheral equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to [email protected].

Dining Assistant

Hourly, $13.11 per Hour

Description: Assists students during lunchtime. Supervises student clean-up, keeps order, and dismisses students to their teachers.

Qualifications: Friendly, energetic, and assertive in maintaining expectations of cafeteria behavior, and loves working with children.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to Boutia Pourhashemi.

Student Monitor

Hourly, $17.88 per Hour

Description: Provides supervision of students throughout the school day to include but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and noninstructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; works with individual and small groups of students.

To Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to the appropriate Dan Solsberry.

 

We hope you are having a fabulous summer!

 

Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs

[email protected]

Calendar Reminders

August 9-Kindergarten Jump-Start/PTO play date-more details to come!

August 14 -New Family Orientation-6pm

August 16- Open House-9:00am-10:30am-*more information coming soon!

August 19: First Day of School

August 27: Back-to-School Night (Parents/Caregivers Only) 6-8pm.

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

Spring Hill Summer Office Hours

Our office will be open Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (June 18th - August 5th). If you need an afternoon appointment please email [email protected].

Regular office hours will resume August 6th 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

Thank you and have a wonderful summer! 🌞

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Good afternoon SHES families,

We hope you are having a wonderful summer! FCPS is preparing for their second year of the FCPS Family Vision Group initiative. They are beginning this year’s recruitment now to ensure we have at least two representatives for each school as required by Dr. Reid. 

This program is designed to foster a collaborative environment where diverse families can engage directly with Dr. Reid on important issues that impact student success. The FCPS Family Vision Group brings communities together to discuss and achieve the goals of the 2023-2030 Strategic Plan, which prioritizes excellence, equity, and opportunity for all students.

Key responsibilities of the FCPS Family Connection Group Include:

• Regularly attend FCPS Family Vision Group meetings.
• Support the superintendent's outreach efforts to engage families and community members.
• Actively participate in the exchange of information and perspectives.
• Serve as ambassadors to your school community by being an additional bridge to sharing information between families and the superintendent.
• Commit to pursuing the interest of each and every student in Fairfax County Public Schools. 

Please email me directly if you would like to be considered for this group.

 

Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs

[email protected]

Calendar Reminders

June 18 - August 5: Summer Office Hours 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

July 4th and 5th - School Building Closed, 4th of July Holiday 

August 9-Kindergarten Jump-Start/PTO play date-more details to come!

August 14 -New Family Orientation-6pm

August 16- Open House-9:00am-10:30am-*more information coming soon!

August 19: First Day of School

August 27: Back-to-School Night (Parents/Caregivers Only) 6-8pm.

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

Spring Hill Summer Office Hours

Our office will be open Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (June 18th - August 5th). If you need an afternoon appointment please email [email protected].

Regular office hours will resume August 6th 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

Thank you and have a wonderful summer! 🌞

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We are busy preparing for the new school year! The admin team and many of our staff members are scheduled to attend training on the new language arts curriculum.

As you may have heard, Fairfax County has planned on 7 early release Mondays starting in September.

Please note the dates and times for your calendars listed below. 

Spring Hill ES will release students at 12:35 pm on the following days:

• September 23
• October 28
• November 25
• February 24
• March 17
• April 28
• May 19

FCPS has created a webpage to provide detailed information about the early release Mondays.

We hope our staff, students and families will take time this summer to relax, go on adventures, and read new books. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next fall.. 

Have a wonderful summer!

Amy Briggs

Calendar Reminders

June 18 - August 5: Summer Office Hours 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

July 4th and 5th - School Building Closed, 4th of July Holiday 

August 9-Kindergarten Jump-Start/PTO play date-more details to come!

August 14 -New Family Orientation-6pm

August 16- Open House-9:00am-10:30am-*more information coming soon!

August 19: First Day of School

August 30 and Sept. 2: School Holidays

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar

Spring Hill Summer Office Hours

Our office will be open Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (June 18th - August 5th). If you need an afternoon appointment please email [email protected].

Regular office hours will resume August 6th 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

Thank you and have a wonderful summer! 🌞

Only a few days left to order your 1st Day School Supply kit!

July 1st is the order deadline! In just a few clicks, get everything your child's teacher has requested, including brand names you trust, like Crayola, Ticonderoga and Clorox, all delivered before the start of the school year. What are you waiting for? Order Now --> http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/kits.php?sid=110354

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A Note from Principal Briggs

Dear Parents,

We had a wonderful week ending the 2023-2024 school year. We honored our 6th graders as they move on to middle school and had our End-of-Year Pep Rally to celebrate our favorite memories of the year!

We can't thank you enough for all of your support. We are looking forward to another amazing year in the fall.

Next week, our office flooring is being replaced, so we have limited access to our phones. If you need assistance, please feel free to email either Terry Restino at [email protected] or Amy Briggs at [email protected]. We will respond as soon as possible.

We hope you all have a wonderful and restful summer!

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

Upcoming Dates

July 1

School Supply Orders are due

August 9

Kindergarten Jumpstart & playdate

August 14

New Family Orientation, 6pm

August 16

Open House, 9am-10:30am

August 19

First Day of School

2024-2025 FCPS calendar

 

Order Your School Supplies

Parents, it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year off with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! The deadline to order is July 1, 2024!

2024-2025 New Student Registration

School Year  24-25 registration at Spring Hill Elementary is open for new student. If your student is applying for Dual Language Immersion lottery or Magnet school lottery, please let registrar know. You can start registration process by entering student’s information in New student Registration Intake Form. 

Join Our Team

We are looking for one additional person to serve our school community. 

We are looking for a Dining Assistant and student monitors for next year.

 Please contact Boutia Pourhashemi at [email protected] if you are interested.

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School-Wide Pep Rally & Early Release! Students should wear their grade level shirts!

 

Dismissal is at 1:35 today

 

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A Note from Principal Briggs

Dear Parents,

This week has been full of end of year celebrations and musical performances. Our Kindergarten cubs entertained us with their sweet voices during their grade level performance this week. We also had the pleasure of having our 4th grade orchestra students perform for  parents on Wednesday evening and our 4th-6th grade band students perform on Thursday evening. So much to celebrate!

 

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

Upcoming Dates

June 10

6th Grade Party

June 11

6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:30am

3rd Grade Party, 1:30pm

June 12

• Pep Rally 3-5 (9:3am)-Gym
• K-2 (12:30pm)-Gym
• Kindergarten Party, 9am
• Last Day of School, Dismissal, 1:35pm

FCPS School Year Calendar for 2023-24

📝 Student Testing Results Coming Soon:

 Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from Wolftrap or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results.

Order Your School Supplies

Parents, it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year off with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! The deadline to order is July 1, 2024!

Message from our PTO LAST CALL FOR LOST & FOUND ITEMS

All items not claimed by Friday, June 7th will be donated!

Please scroll through the Lost and Found Website to find your child's missing coats, jackets, hoodies, gloves, hats or sweaters! There are literally hundreds of items, all without names, and we're sure you'd like these back home where they belong! We've added brand and sizing info to the photos to help parents recognize items. The website provides instructions on what to do if you see your child's items in the linked PDF photos.  Looking for name tags?  The Spring Hill PTO has partnered with Mabel's Labels to make it easy to label your child's items. PLUS, purchase Mabel's Labels and the PTO will receive a portion of the proceeds. It's win-win - your child's items don't stay lost and you're supporting the PTO! Go ahead...purchase now for camp, the pool, and of course back-to-school (when those cool mornings and warm afternoons make the lost and found so popular).  To ensure that our PTO gets credit for your label purchases, click the Support a Fundraiser Link on the Mabel's Labels Home Page and enter "Spring Hill Elementary School PTO" in the search bar. You can also enter "Spring Hill Elementary School PTO" at checkout in the Support a Fundraiser bar.  Happy labelling and thank you for helping us get all of the lost & found items back to their rightful owners!

 

Medication Information

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. All information regarding medication can be found here.

Student Spotlight

Spring Hill Team A and Team B had a great experience at the OOM World Finals in Ames, Iowa. From the best recollection of people around us, it seems this was the first time SHES was at the OOM world finals. There were a lot of fun activities that the kids enjoyed a lot !

Out of 35 teams in OOM world finals for Div 1, problem 5, SHES Team A ranked 13. SHES Team A members are listed below:

Hannah Shiv (5th Grade), Gabriel Habib (5th Grade), Mayan Ramanujan (4th Grade), Emma Chen (4th Grade), Kaylee Zhao (4th Grade), Noah Shiv (3rd Grade)

Out of 36 teams in OOM world finals for Div 1, problem 4, SHES Hill Team B ranked 26. 

SHES Team B members are listed below:

Alika Dawood (5th Grade), Annika Basu (4th Grade), Elena Shahpar (4th Grade), William Donaldson (4th Grade), Nickan Sadr (4th Grade), Elina Ghavami (4th Grade), Anna Dudnik-Dubiniak (4th Grade)

Congratulations to Winston Erikson for being a contestant on 'The Price is Right'!

Summer Strings

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only.

  Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

 

Summer Camp

Summer Arts CampDon’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

2024-2025 New Student Registration

School Year  24-25 registration at Spring Hill Elementary is open for new student. If your student is applying for Dual Language Immersion lottery or Magnet school lottery, please let registrar know. You can start registration process by entering student’s information in New student Registration Intake Form. 

FCPS News

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m. View details and a feedback form.

• Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.

FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review
• 2024-25 School Year Budget Update
• Free Student Bus Passes

Join Our Team

We are looking for one additional person to serve our school community. 

We are looking for a Dining Assistant for the rest of the 2024 school year.  

 Please contact Boutia Pourhashemi at [email protected] if you are interested.

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A Note from Principal Briggs

Dear Parents,

We have had an exciting week! We had our incredible Band performed last Friday at King's Dominion and received a 'Superior' rating! Our Orchestra performed their Spring concert on Wednesday evening. Ms. Mezvinsky even had a student conduct and a student play the piano. The talent we have at SHES continues to amaze me! 

Last night, we brought back Taste of Spring Hill! This has been a dream of mine to bring back this cultural event since it ended during COVID. We had 33 countries represented with delicious food, beautiful traditional attire, entertainment, and interesting facts. This event truly encapsulates our international community!

Finally, our Field Day was action-packed on the most beautiful day. Students had a blast and we are so grateful for all of our parent volunteers for making this day happen.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

 

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

 

Upcoming Dates

June 3

• Grade level teachers can pick up yearbooks in Terry’s office
• 3rd Grade Kid’s Business Day 9-11:30 (Blacktop)
• 5th Grade Poetry Jam-1pm-Lg. Pod
• 2nd grade EOY Party (12:15-1:30)

June 4

Kindergarten Performance (9:300am)

June 5

5th Grade Party, 10:30am 

4th Grade Orchestra Rehearsal, 2:30

Parent Concert, 6:30pm

June 6

• 1st Grade Party, 9:30am
• 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Orchestra School Assembly 2:30pm
• Band Concert, 6:30pm

June 7

4th Grade Party 2pm

June 10

6th Grade Party

June 11

6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:30am

3rd Grade Party, 1:30pm

June 12

• Pep Rally 3-5 (9:3am)-Gym
• K-2 (12:30pm)-Gym
• Kindergarten Party, 9am
• Last Day of School, Dismissal, 1:35pm

FCPS School Year Calendar for 2023-24

📝 Student Testing Results Coming Soon:

 Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website. How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from Wolftrap or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results.

Order Your School Supplies

Parents, it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year off with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! The deadline to order is July 1, 2024!

Message from our PTO LAST CALL FOR LOST & FOUND ITEMS

All items not claimed by Friday, June 7th will be donated!

Please scroll through the Lost and Found Website to find your child's missing coats, jackets, hoodies, gloves, hats or sweaters! There are literally hundreds of items, all without names, and we're sure you'd like these back home where they belong! We've added brand and sizing info to the photos to help parents recognize items. The website provides instructions on what to do if you see your child's items in the linked PDF photos.  Looking for name tags?  The Spring Hill PTO has partnered with Mabel's Labels to make it easy to label your child's items. PLUS, purchase Mabel's Labels and the PTO will receive a portion of the proceeds. It's win-win - your child's items don't stay lost and you're supporting the PTO! Go ahead...purchase now for camp, the pool, and of course back-to-school (when those cool mornings and warm afternoons make the lost and found so popular).  To ensure that our PTO gets credit for your label purchases, click the Support a Fundraiser Link on the Mabel's Labels Home Page and enter "Spring Hill Elementary School PTO" in the search bar. You can also enter "Spring Hill Elementary School PTO" at checkout in the Support a Fundraiser bar.  Happy labelling and thank you for helping us get all of the lost & found items back to their rightful owners!

 

TOSH 2024 WAS SO MUCH FUN!

Thank you to everyone that made TOSH 2024 such a terrific success!  From skilled parent chefs to wonderful cultural presentations and performances, the robust cultural showcase that we envisioned exceeded all expectation!

Thank you again to everyone that attended and to our amazing SHES Staff, without whom this event would not have come together!

Medication Information

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. All information regarding medication can be found here.

The 6th Grade Party will be held on Monday, June 10, 2024, and registering your child is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

During this day-long celebration, the students will wear their 6th Grade t-shirts (that they received at the start of this year), play outdoor games, attempt to drench teachers and staff in the dunk tank, eat a picnic lunch, dance to the jams of the DJ in the beach-themed gym, and guess “Who’s Who” in the baby photo contest, among other fun activities. Our graduates will end the day watching a touching slideshow filled with memories and photos from their time at Spring Hill. 

To register your child for this spectacular event, please visit the 6th Party Website to complete the 6th Grade Party Checklist (STEPS 1 – 3) below:

1. STEP 1 – Tickets
2. STEP 2 – Submit/Upload Photos for Baby Photos Contest and Slideshow
3. STEP 3 – Sign-up to Volunteer

We look forward to celebrating all of our Spring Hill Elementary School children ending their precious elementary school years on Monday, June 10, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact the 6th Grade Party Committee Chairs at [email protected].

Summer Strings

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only.

  Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

 

Summer Camp

Summer Arts CampDon’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

2024-2025 New Student Registration

School Year  24-25 registration at Spring Hill Elementary is open for new student. If your student is applying for Dual Language Immersion lottery or Magnet school lottery, please let registrar know. You can start registration process by entering student’s information in New student Registration Intake Form. 

FCPS News

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m. View details and a feedback form.

• Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.

FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review
• 2024-25 School Year Budget Update
• Free Student Bus Passes

Celebrating Cultures at SHES

We are so fortunate to have so many students from all different backgrounds at Spring Hill. We would love if you and your child could share more about your heritage with us. Our goal is to have your child share this information on our live morning news show for students and teachers to view. Please fill out this brief form with your student(s) to share your culture with us!

Join Our Team

We are looking for one additional person to serve our school community. 

We are looking for a Dining Assistant for the rest of the 2024 school year.  

 Please contact Boutia Pourhashemi at [email protected] if you are interested.

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Field Day is Tomorrow, May 31st!

We are looking forward to a great field day. Just a few reminders: 

Dress Students Appropriately

• Please make sure students come to school dressed for outdoor physical activities and water activities (athletic clothing, footwear).
• Students should wear their grade level SHES Shirt!
• Students should wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and perhaps a hat.
• Students should bring a full water bottle marked with their name if possible.

Any parents who wish to watch the events, are welcome. However, all observers and volunteers must sign in to receive a sticker for safety reasons.

Grades 4-6 (Chang & Obrien)-9:15-11:45

Grades K-3 (Budniewski, Fernandez, Leadingham)-12:35-3:00

As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher or any member of our admin team.

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A Note from Principal Briggs

Dear Parents,

It's not very often we get to see a double rainbow arcing over our very own school! Rainbows have also held special meaning for many cultures throughout history.

Here at our school, I see it as a symbol of hope and new beginnings. It appears after a storm, reminding us that even after challenges, there is always a chance for sunshine and brighter days.

We will use this  beautiful image as inspiration to keep moving forward, embrace new possibilities, and continue to learn and grow together. 

We hope you all enjoy the long weekend!

 

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

 

Last Chance for Parent Input for 24-25 School Year

As we near the end of the school year, we'd like to provide an opportunity for families in our community to reflect on how their child(ren) have changed and grown over the past year and think about how their personalities and characteristics shape their experiences as a learner.  Gathering some brief information about each child will assist us in constructing class groupings for the 24-25 school year and provide your child's future teacher with valuable information from the family's perspective.  We will be collecting responses through May 24th.  Please fill out this Google form to capture your input. We look forward to working together with you as we plan the coming school year.

Upcoming Dates

May 24

Band Field Trip to King's Dominion

Parent Input form due

May 27-29

Summer Reading Book Fair-library

May 29

5th & 6th Grade Orchestra Concert, 6:30pm

May 30

6th Grade Field Trip

Taste of Spring Hill

May 31

Field Day

June 5

4th Grade Orchestra Concert, 6:30pm

June 11

6th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:30am (Gym)

June 12

Last of School, Dismissal at 1:35PM

FCPS School Year Calendar for 2023-24

Order Your School Supplies

Parents, it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year off with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! The deadline to order is July 1, 2024!

A Message from PTO

 

ARE YOU READY FOR TOSH 2024? ~Thursday, May 30, 2024, 6 PM to 8 PM~ ~SHES Cafeteria and Large Pod~

 

This year's Taste of Spring Hill International Food Night (TOSH) is almost here! We are thrilled to have more than 30 different countries and cultures showcased! 

Taste of Spring Hill is a FREE EVENT! Please visit our Taste of Spring Hill Free Ticket Sign Up Genius!** If you would like to volunteer, please sign up by clickinghere!

**Please note - families already signed up to present their culture should not sign up as a volunteer or attendee, we have you accounted for.

  SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER FOR FIELD DAY! Friday, May 31

 

Get ready for a day of FUN on Field Day! This year's Field Day will be Friday, May 31st. Our Spring Hill PE teachers have put together a day of classic field day games for our students, and we need parent volunteers to help run each station. No experience is necessary - you will be provided with game instructions before the events start. 

TO VOLUNTEER FOR THE MORNING EVENTS [Grades 3 (O’Brien and Chang ONLY), 5, and 6], click here.

 

TO VOLUNTEER FOR THE AFTERNOON EVENTS [K, 1, 2, and 3 (Budniewski, Fernandez, and Leadingham ONLY)], click here.

 

LAST CALL FOR LOST & FOUND ITEMS

All items not claimed by Friday, June 7th will be donated!

 

Please scroll through the Lost and Found Website to find your child's missing coats, jackets, hoodies, gloves, hats or sweaters! There are literally hundreds of items, all without names, and we're sure you'd like these back home where they belong! We've added brand and sizing info to the photos to help parents recognize items. The website provides instructions on what to do if you see your child's items in the linked PDF photos.  Looking for name tags?  The Spring Hill PTO has partnered with Mabel's Labels to make it easy to label your child's items. PLUS, purchase Mabel's Labels and the PTO will receive a portion of the proceeds. It's win-win - your child's items don't stay lost and you're supporting the PTO! Go ahead...purchase now for camp, the pool, and of course back-to-school (when those cool mornings and warm afternoons make the lost and found so popular).  To ensure that our PTO gets credit for your label purchases, click the Support a Fundraiser Link on the Mabel's Labels Home Page and enter "Spring Hill Elementary School PTO" in the search bar. You can also enter "Spring Hill Elementary School PTO" at checkout in the Support a Fundraiser bar.  Happy labelling and thank you for helping us get all of the lost & found items back to their rightful owners!

Medication Information

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. All information regarding medication can be found here.

The 6th Grade Party will be held on Monday, June 10, 2024, and registering your child is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

During this day-long celebration, the students will wear their 6th Grade t-shirts (that they received at the start of this year), play outdoor games, attempt to drench teachers and staff in the dunk tank, eat a picnic lunch, dance to the jams of the DJ in the beach-themed gym, and guess “Who’s Who” in the baby photo contest, among other fun activities. Our graduates will end the day watching a touching slideshow filled with memories and photos from their time at Spring Hill. 

To register your child for this spectacular event, please visit the 6th Party Website to complete the 6th Grade Party Checklist (STEPS 1 – 3) below:

1. STEP 1 – Tickets
2. STEP 2 – Submit/Upload Photos for Baby Photos Contest and Slideshow
3. STEP 3 – Sign-up to Volunteer

We look forward to celebrating all of our Spring Hill Elementary School children ending their precious elementary school years on Monday, June 10, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact the 6th Grade Party Committee Chairs at [email protected].

Summer Strings

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only.

  Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!

 

Summer Camp

Summer Arts CampDon’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! At Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA), students take art, music, theater, and dance classes daily. E-IFTA is for current second through fifth grade students. Learn more on the E-IFTA webpage. Email [email protected] with any questions.

2024-2025 New Student Registration

School Year  24-25 registration at Spring Hill Elementary is open for new student. If your student is applying for Dual Language Immersion lottery or Magnet school lottery, please let registrar know. You can start registration process by entering student’s information in New student Registration Intake Form. 

FCPS News

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

The recommended Family Life Education instructional materials are available for community review through Monday, June 10, at 4:30 p.m. View details and a feedback form.

• Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.

FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review
• 2024-25 School Year Budget Update
• Free Student Bus Passes

Celebrating Cultures at SHES

We are so fortunate to have so many students from all different backgrounds at Spring Hill. We would love if you and your child could share more about your heritage with us. Our goal is to have your child share this information on our live morning news show for students and teachers to view. Please fill out this brief form with your student(s) to share your culture with us!

Join Our Team

We are looking for one additional person to serve our school community. 

We are looking for a Dining Assistant for the rest of the 2024 school year.  

 Please contact Boutia Pourhashemi at [email protected] if you are interested.

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