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As you know, April is the month of the Military Child. Don't forget to wear purple to school tomorrow on Wednesday, April 10th!

Positivity Project :  This week we will focus on humor! This means that you like to laugh and bring smiles to other people. Questions you might enjoy talking about. Why is this character strength important? How do I use this strength? How do other people use this strength?

Student Holiday

This is a friendly reminder that schools will be closed Monday, 4/15-Friday, 4/19, for spring break. Classes will resume on Monday, 4/22. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and restful break from school!

Spring Pictures

Spring pictures will be taken this Thursday, April 11. Individual student pictures will be taken and sold as a fundraiser for the school. Families may opt out if they wish. To order a class photo, please return the order form (separate from the individual pictures) to guarantee purchasing a print.

SOL Testing Calendar

Students in grades 3-6 in our school will be taking the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Tests between May 13, 2019 and May 31, 2019. It is important that your child attend school on these days. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school during this time period. It is also important that your child have a good night’s rest and a healthy breakfast before testing.

More information will be coming home in your student's backpack if they are in grades 3 through 6. If you become aware of an unavoidable conflict that could result in your child missing a testing day, please notify your child’s teacher as soon as possible.

Family Engagement Survey

We value your opinion so much that we are sending out a special reminder for you to complete the FCPS Family Engagement Survey by Friday, April 12th.

On March 24^th, you received an FCPS Family Engagement Survey!

Please complete the survey letting us know how we are doing in the areas of communicating, providing you opportunities to partner, developing positive relationships, and ensuring student success and more.

The information we learn from you will help us strengthen family engagement and continue fostering a Caring Culture throughout FCPS.

For a direct link to the survey click HERE

We honor your opinion and commitment to your child and our schools. We strive to make it a better place for ALL!

April is the Month of the Military Child April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. Sponsored by the Department of Defense Military Community and Family Policy, the Month of the Military Child is a time to applaud military families and their children for the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome. The Month of the Military Child is part of the legacy left by former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger. He established the Defense Department commemoration in 1986. DoDEA joins the Department of Defense and the military community in celebrating April as the Month of the Military Child. In DoDEA communities around the world, our most essential strategic imperatives are: establishing an educational system that progressively builds the college and career readiness of all DoDEA students; and establishing the organizational capacity to operate more effectively and efficiently as a model, unified school system. We aim to challenge each student to maximize his or her potential and to excel academically, socially, emotionally and physically for life, college and career readiness. Supporting Transitions for Military Families To help make your transition easier, Department of Defense (DOD) employees from each branch of service provide a School Liaison Officer or a point of contact. School Liaison Officers are the primary point of contact for school-related matters and assist military families with school issues. https://www.fcps.edu/registration/military-families

Kindergarten Registration and Orientation

Welcome to Orange Hunt! Children who reach the age of five on or before September 30,2019 are eligible to attend Kindergarten for the 2019-20 school year.

To enroll, please sign-up for an appointment with the Orange Hunt Registrar after you have confirmed your address on this BOUNDARY link and have completed all necessary forms for registration. Be sure to bring your child's birth certificate, proof of residency, and parent ID with you to the appointment.

Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled for Thursday, April 25 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Registration forms can be found on the FCPS website by clicking here. Please contact Ann Prentice at aiprentice@fcps.edu with any questions. Thank you! We look forward to seeing you!

Dance-A-Thon Coming Friday, April 26!

Save the Date for the 6th Annual Orange Hunt ES Dance-A-Thon, Friday April 26, 2019 in the school cafeteria.  Be sure to register early so you get your t-shirt.  There will be a professional DJ, food, drinks and a free t-shirt for all those who register.  Watch the PTA website and your e-mail for more information.

Upcoming Spirit Days April 10: Fairfax County wide PURPLE UP DAY: Wear Purple shirts in recognition of the blended military branches of service. April 23: “SQUAD UP” Day: Dress in attire representing your branch of service or Orange and Blue in honor of their OHES SQUAD . April 24th: Red, White, and Blue Day “Show your Patriotism" April 26th: “Travel Day” Wear something from your favorite Military Assignment or Family Trip!

Tuesday Folder Flyers

Kindertag Flyer

Summer Band Camp Flyer

Food and Nutrition Services Spring Newsletter

Extended Yearbook Sale Flyer - Due April 12!

April Salad Bar Menu

Upcoming Events April 11: Spring pictures April 15-19: Spring Break April 12: FCPS Family Survey window closes and Yearbook Orders Due April 25: Kindergarten Orientation 4-5 PM April 26: PTA Dance-A-Thon

Want To Be Involved?

Visit the Orange Hunt PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.

Your Partners In Education We are in this together!!  We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern.  Thank you for your support and being part of our team! Your Partner Principals, Karen Tuttle                     kmtuttle@fcps.edu Kate Austin                      kbaustin@fcps.edu Megan Tempel-Milner      metempelmiln@fcps.edu

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