Fairhill Forum 9/23/18

Fairhill Forum September 23, 2018 


Announcements!

Please visit the Fairhill website for a full list of Announcements and All Upcoming Events 


Dates to Know

October 8th: Columbus Day- Student Holiday

October 12th: Falls Church HS Homecoming Parade

November 2nd: End of First Quarter

November 5th: School Planning Day- Student Holiday

November 6th: Teacher Workday- Student Holiday


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Fairhill Fun Run and Fitness Week!

Mark your calendars now for this year's BIGGEST Fundraiser!!! For the week of September 24th-28th, The Fairhill PTA is sponsoring a Fairhill Fitness Week. The entire week will feature lots of high energy, creative fitness activities, led by our outstanding Physical Education team, and ending with a Pledge Fun Run Fundraiser for all Fairhill Students. More information (in English and Spanish) is available here: http://fairhillpta.org/fundraiser-for-2018-2019-fun-run-fitness-week/

We've raised $25,000 already! Our goal is $50,000. We are half way to our goal. Keep up the good work, Tigers!

 It's not too late- click here to donate!

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Pledge of Allegiance and

 Moment of Silence

As a reminder, students and staff participating in the Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence will not engage in conversation during this brief time during the morning announcements just after the bell. Families, please be aware that there may be a delay in  answering the front door or phone during this time each morning. We appreciate your understanding and patience.

 


Bike/Walk to School Day-Coming Soon

On October 10, please consider walking or riding your student to school for bike or walk to school day. This is a fun way to promote an active lifestyle with your kids.

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Falls Church Pyramid PTA Meeting

Are you looking to connect with parents from other schools in the Falls Church Pyramid? Are you curious about the programming offered at Luther Jackson Middle School? Do you want to hear all about the fantastic work happening at Falls Church High School?

 If you answered yes to any of these questions, we have the event for you! Please join us at our first Falls Church Pyramid PTA gathering on Wednesday, October 10 from 7:00-8:00pm at Falls Church High School. All parents PreK – high school are invited.  During our time together, you will meet the principals from surrounding Falls Church Pyramid elementary, middle, and high schools and get a sneak peek into what Luther Jackson and Falls Church High School has to offer. Before you know it, YOUR child will be heading to middle or high school. You do not have to be a PTA member to attend. We hope to see you there!


Coming Soon: Principal (evening) Coffee Talk

Please join us on October 11 from 5:30-6:30 (right before the PTA meeting) for another Principal Coffee Talk. On this date we will have our AART (Advanced Academics Resource Teacher), Amanda Arman, discuss the different options for advanced academics within FCPS. We look forward to seeing you then!

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Falls Church High School Homecoming!

On October 12, join the entire Falls Church pyramid at the Homecoming Parade. Please wear green to show Fairhill Pride while we march in the parade together. All students must be accompanied by an adult.  The Parade departs from FCHS back parking lot by doors #6&7. We look forward to seeing you there!


Portrait of a Tiger

Meet Mrs. Allyson Norris

Reading Teacher

When did you realize you wanted to become a teacher?

It was probably when I was in first grade.  I loved school, especially when my teacher read aloud to us.  Some of my favorite children’s chapter books I remember being read to me in first and second grade and I love sharing books with children now.  I used to play school at home and it was always what I remember wanting to be once I grew up.

What made you want to teach at an elementary school?

I love the excitement in children as they learn new things- especially when they first learn to read! With elementary students every day is different and exciting and they make it fun to come to work each day.  It’s exciting to see how much kids change and grow during the elementary school years.

    Name something you would like to improve upon. 

    I would like to get better at crafts.  I have some creative ideas, but I struggle to find time to bring my creations to life.

    Which school/university did you attend?   

    I attended Purdue University for my undergrad degree (Go Boilers!) and George Mason University for my graduate degree.  

        What do you think of Fairhill? Why do you think this is the right school for you?

        I love Fairhill and I’m so glad to be in my fifth year as a member of the Fairhill family.  I think it’s the right school for me because I love this community- the staff, the families, and especially our students make it the special place it is.  I’m so proud to be a Fairhill Tiger and I’m excited that next year my daughter will be a Fairhill Tiger too!

        Allyson

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        PTA Information

        Room Parents

        Each classroom is in need of a Room Parent to be the point of contact for the class and to help with different things throughout the year like class parties. If you are interested in being  room parent, please contact your classroom teacher.

        Reward Programs

        There are a lot of ways to help bring money back to Fairhill ES. Please click this link on the Fairhill PTA webpage to learn more about specific programs including box tops and coke caps.

        Feel free to collect items at your place of work and send them into school, too!  

        Join the PTA

        Don't forget to join our amazing PTA. Membership can be completed online at this link.


        News from Falls Church High School

        FCHS Homecoming Parade: Friday, October 12th – click here for flyer.  We would love to have all of our feeder schools join us in the FCHS Homecoming Parade! 

        FCHS Fall Festival:  Saturday, October 20th- more information to follow soon.

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        P2

        Positivity Project-

        Weekly Character Strength: Teamwork

        WHAT DOES Teamwork MEAN?

        You work well as a member of a group or
        team. You are loyal and sacrifice your
        individual desires for the greater good.

        Click here for the full explanation of Teamwork and what it means in terms of P2 in the classroom.  

        We will continue to be a Positivity Project Partner School. Learn more about it here.


        PAWS

        Parents Appreciating Wonderful Staff

        Have you seen a staff member going above and beyond for your student or family? Take a moment to thank them by filling out this form.

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        FCPS Cares

        FCPS Cares

        If a Fairhill staff member has gone above and beyond, and you would like to recognize them, click on this link to fill out an FCPS Cares card: https://www.fcps.edu/careers/employee-recognition-programs/fcps-cares-program


        Fairhill's Mission 

        Fairhill Elementary fosters academic excellence in a respectful environment which instills strength of character and embraces community involvement.

        Fairhill's Vision

        The staff of Fairhill Elementary prepares children for a productive future by providing for successes in a positive, enriching and academically stimulating environment. We celebrate diversity, foster mutual respect and embrace collaboration as we unite to achieve common purposes and clear goals.


        Important Contact Information

        Fairhill Phone Numbers:

        • Health Room 703-208-8110

        • Cafeteria 703-208-8121

        Administration e-Mail Addresses:

        • Candace Hunstad: cjhunstad@fcps.edu

        • Courtney Korb: cbkorb@fcps.edu