Fairhill Forum February 19, 2019
Please visit the Fairhill website for a full list of Announcements and All Upcoming Events
Dates to Know
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 22nd: PTA BINGO Night
March 28th: Career Fair
March 29th: Movie Night (more info coming soon)
April 5th: *Save the Date* Kindergarten Orientation, 9:00 AM
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All Pro Tigers
Fairhill All Pro Tigers provides an opportunity for dads and other role models to spend quality time with their children at school that will strengthen their relationship, as well as benefiting our school and the entire community. It is a vital part of the National PTA’s Strategy for Engagement for Men. We meet for breakfast, engage in conversation, participate in activities, win prizes, and have FUN. Join us for our next meet-up on Friday, February 22 from 8:10-9:10 in the cafeteria. Sign up using this link: https://allprodadsday.com/chapters/11174
Our focus this month will be on KINDNESS. How do we change the world? One act of kindness at a time. The key to life is found in relationship. Good relationships are begun and maintained through the kindness we show one another. Our children need to learn kindness and be shown kindness.
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Family Heritage Night
Join us this Friday, 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. We are also looking for volunteers! Please sign up using the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4aa5af28aaff2-2019
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Staff Basketball Game... Coming Soon
Please join us on March 8 at Falls Church High School for our annual Staff Basketball game. This year, we will be playing against the staff of Woodburn ES for what is sure to be a great time!
Food will be available for purchase during this fun event. Be on the look out in next weeks Tuesday folder for flyers regarding buying tickets and spirit gear ahead of time but see links below for a preview.
Pre-order your Tickets here!
Buy a Fairhill t-shirt... more info here
Pre-order your spirit-gear here!
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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 Fair
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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Portrait of a Tiger
Ms. Samantha Gauta, ESOL Lead Teacher and Equity Lead
When did you realize you wanted to become an ESOL teacher?
I knew I wanted to be an ESOL teacher when I was in elementary school. My dad came to the US as a teenager from Croatia and did not speak English. He used to tell me stories about how challenging it was to learn English, and he didn’t have ESOL or English teachers to support him. From listening to his stories, I was inspired to teach and make a positive impact on English Learners and support English language development for students.
What made you want to work at an elementary school?
I student taught in both elementary and middle school grade levels, and I just absolutely loved working with students in grades K-6! Students’ experience in elementary school helps set the groundwork for their learning in the future—I wanted to be one of the teachers that helped make sure students had the best elementary school experience possible!
Name something you would like to improve upon.
I want to get better at time management… it’s important to make time for yourself and for your loved ones, so I want to make sure I balance that as best as I can!
Which school/university did you attend?
I went to University of Delaware for undergrad (Go Blue Hens!) and George Mason for grad school (Go Patriots!)
What do you think of Fairhill? Why do you think this is the right school for you?
Fairhill is such a special place to teach and learn. As soon as I came here and met the students, families and staff, I knew it was the perfect fit for me!
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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: Love
WHAT DOES SOCIAL LOVE MEAN?
You are aware of other people’s thoughts and
feelings. You understand why they do things.
Click here for the full explanation of LOVE 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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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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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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School Health Services Survey
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians and school staff members who interact with the school health rooms. This may include principals, school counselors, and main office staff members. The survey has been approved for distribution by the FCPS’ Internal Survey Advisory Committee.
Electronic versions of the survey forms may be accessed at:
School Health Services Survey – Parents 2019: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/85QGH7C
School Health Services Survey-Parents 2019 (Spanish): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LLSF55F
The survey will take less than five minutes to complete and will provide the FCHD with valuable information. Your participation in this important endeavor is appreciated.
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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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