Fairhill Forum February 5, 2019
Please visit the Fairhill website for a full list of Announcements and All Upcoming Events
Dates to Know
February 6: Family Night Out- Mediterrafish, 5:00-9:00 (RESCHEDULED)
February 13th: PTA Meeting
February 18th: Presidents Day- Holiday
February 22nd: Family Heritage Night (previously known as International Night)
March 8th: Fairhill Staff Basketball Game (vs. Woodburn ES) at Falls Church High School
March 11th: 3-Hour Early Release for Students
March 28th: Career Day
March 29th: Movie Night (more info coming soon)
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 Spelling Bee Participants
 Congratulations to Kadyn our winner and Sam our runner up!
Administrator Avenue
Dear Fairhill Families,
We have had a snowy start to 3rd quarter and February. Progress Reports will be sent home today. As always, we view progress reports as another communication tool that strengthens the home/school partnership. Should you have any questions or concerns about your tigers academic or behavioral progress, please reach out to the classroom teacher!
We are getting ready for our annual Family Heritage Night (formerly named International Night)! Please join us from 6-8 pm on February 22nd and bring a favorite family dish to share. This year, students have the opportunity to create a display board of the country they identify their heritage with (USA included) or walk in the Fashion Show. The deadline to sign up is THIS Friday, February 8th. If your child would like to participate, please fill out and detach the permission slip that went home in Tuesday folders. If you have misplaced the permission slip, please email Mrs. Taruc nbtaruc@fcps.edu.
We continue to have a great number of tardy students. As a reminder, the first bell rings at 9:10 and students need to be in their classrooms by the second bell which is at 9:20. Students that arrive after that time are considered tardy and parents must walk tardy students into the office. Please do not drop off your child and have them walk in alone if they arrive after 9:20. If there is a two-hour delay, students should arrive at 11:10 for a 11:20 start. When your child is late, they miss having a smooth start to their day and the community building that happens at the beginning of the day. Please help your child have the best day possible by getting them to school on time. Buses are always considered on time so if that is an option, have your child ride the bus.
We look forward to seeing everyone next Wednesday, February 13th for our monthly PTA meeting.
As always, we are a team! Have a question or a concern? Email us or call using the contact info below!
Warmly,
Mrs. Hunstad and Mrs. Korb
Fairhill Friends Forever
Fairhill Friends Forever meet every Thursday morning during morning announcements for 10-15 jam-packed minutes of fun activities, games and interaction. 6th grade students are matched with younger students at our school in grades K – 3rd for relationship building. The program focuses on developing leadership skills and building our school community through inclusive practices, bridging gaps between themselves and others.
Here is a spotlight of one such pair, 6th grader Marianna and her 3rd grade buddy, Tatianna:
"Before my buddy and I were first partners, we hung out together and had fun. Now when she sees me walking in the halls she waves excitedly to me. That puts a smile on my face EVERY TIME! And when I say goodbye to her she will give me a hug that WARMS MY HEART! Knowing that she gives me hugs and other things that show friendship makes me think I am making her have a great day and a Happy Heart". - Marianna
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Family Heritage Night
Join us on February 22nd from 6:00-8:00 for this beloved Fairhill tradition with an updated name! Come celebrate the diversity of our Fairhill community by bringing a favorite family dish, wearing traditional clothing, and learning about the heritage of others.
We ask that each family attending bring a “potluck” sized dish to share. If you would like to create a display board teaching others about the country you identify with or participate in the Fashion Show, please sign and return the permission slip found here (this form also went home in last week’s Tuesday folder) by February 8th. We are also looking for volunteers! Please sign up using the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4aa5af28aaff2-2019
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Fairhill Yearbook Photo Collection
Fairhill is looking for picture submissions for the 2018-2019 Fairhill Yearbook! We are looking for pictures of students participating in school events, preferably 2-3 students but whole class pictures are welcome as well. A few but not all of the Fairhill events that we are looking for are: Pumpkin Pie Run, the Fun Run, the basketball game, Veterans Day breakfast, Thanksgiving lunch, Welcome Back Bash, the haunted house/Fall Festival, field trips or classroom events...etc
The deadline to submit your pictures is 3/31/2019
To submit your pictures email the pictures to sflorjancic1@fcps.edu
Thank you in advance for your help!
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Career Day
Our first Career Day will be on March 28, 2019! The purpose of Career Day is to expose students to a variety of careers in order to jumpstart their thinking about the future. By preparing early, students will be more likely to be college and career ready after high school graduation. Students in grades 4-6 will participate in Career Day.
We can’t do it without you! Please think about how you may be able to support Career Day! If you are interested and available, please complete this form and send back to school.
Questions? Email Mrs. Schwartz at gwschwartz@fcps.edu or Mr. Mitchell at asmitchell@fcps.edu
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FAIRHILL FAMILY FITNESS CALENDAR
Students grades K-3, join us in our FAIRHILL FAMILY FITNESS CALENDAR program. Each student will receive a FITNESS CALENDAR each month to fill out when they exercise. When they return the calendar to Mr. Peevy, they will receive a reward. Get the whole family involved. It’s a great way to remind our students how important exercise is every day. Please contact Mr. Peevy with any questions. pepeevy@fcps.edu
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Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is studying how school environments relate to discipline practices in the Division. As part of the study, you will receive a survey from FCPS’ Office of Research and Strategic Improvement. A small number of classrooms will also participate in the study’s student survey. The surveys are designed to help FCPS understand your and your child’s thoughts about the school environment and how discipline is approached in their school.
Surveys to parents will be translated into multiple languages and come via eNotify. Student surveys will be administered at school. Participation is voluntary for you and your child, and all responses will be anonymous.
We encourage you to participate in this important survey to help FCPS understand what is working well and where we can improve.
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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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Positivity Project
Weekly Character Strength: Social Intelligence
WHAT DOES SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE MEAN?
You are aware of other people’s thoughts and
feelings. You understand why they do things.
Click here for the full explanation of SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE 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.
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Family Night Out
Please join us tomorrow, February 6, from 5:00-9:00 at Mediterrafish for a fun night out. For more information, please see flyer here.
PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be on Wednesday, February 13 at 6:30. Childcare will be provided.
Before school/After School Clubs
Are you interested in helping choose before and after school clubs for the Fairhill Tigers? The PTA is looking for some help in preparing for clubs in the spring and fall. If you are interested, please email Angie Roeder, PTA president at President@FairhillPTA.org
Reward Programs
There are a lot of ways to help bring money back to Fairhill ES. Please click here to learn about two easy ways to earn cash for Fairhill. Click here for your Box Top collection form.
Join the PTA
Don't forget to join our amazing PTA. Membership can be completed online at this link.
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Falls Church HS Annual Heritage Night
On February 15th, the Student Leadership program at Falls Church High School will be having their annual Heritage Night. They would love the Fairhill community to be a part of this event!
If any students and/or families have cultural traditions that they want to have showcased, they would love to have someone come in and talk to you/those students to tell them all about it and how to get involved! We love seeing our whole community, especially on a night embracing how our differences, unite us.
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Bus Drivers Needed
Are you or someone you know interested in driving a school bus for Fairfax County Public Schools? Please see this flyer for more information from FCPS.
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FCPS Magnet School Information
The Magnet Program registration window will be open from March 5, 2019 through April 4, 2019
To learn more about the programs and the registration process, please use this link for more information. Please see below for more information about the Parent Informational Nights:
- Hunters Woods Elementary, Cafeteria, February 7, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
- Snow date: February 11 at 6:00 p.m.
- Bailey’s Primary, Cafeteria, February 5, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
- Snow date: February 12 at 6:30 p.m.
- Bailey’s Upper, Cafeteria, February 6, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
- Snow date: February 13 at 6:00 p.m.
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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
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