 Last week of summer break! School starts in one week on Monday, August 26.
Hollin Meadows News and Updates for Aug. 19
Dear Hollin Meadows Families,
We hope this note finds you in the midst of enjoying the final days of a wonderful summer break! Although it seems like only a short time ago that the 2018-2019 school year ended and buses packed with cheering kids were seen off by equally exuberant staff, the calendar says otherwise and the new school year is right around the corner. We can report that planning and preparations for the new school year are nearly complete. New staff members have been hired and the custodial staff has spent the summer cleaning, polishing, and getting the building in “tip-top” shape. In fact, the only thing missing are the students!
The 2019-2020 school year will begin at 8:20 am. on Monday, August 26. Class lists will be posted on the school entrance by 3 pm. on Thursday, August 22.
School office hours are from 7:30 am. until 4 pm. Monday through Friday. If we can be of any assistance please don’t hesitate to come by or call us at 703-718-8300.
We are looking forward to the new school year and continuing to collaborate with students, staff members, families, and community members in our work to create a school of Excellence through Equity. Enjoy the remainder of your summer break.
Jon Gates, Principal
Donna Beaver-Young, Assistant Principal
Tieya White, Assistant Principal
Get Your Child(ren) Ready for School!
One way to ensure a positive start to school is to prepare your child for this transition. Please follow these steps this week and next:
- Set a healthy bedtime. Aim for 8:30 pm. for all ages. If bedtime has been later, adjust back by 10 minutes each night. By 9 pm., all screens and lights should be off. Don't hesitate to take devices out of the place where your child sleeps.
- Set aside time for independent and sustained reading. We want our kids to be "lost" in reading for at least 20 minutes. If that's a challenge, start with 5 minutes and add a minute each day.
- Set a positive tone for school. Listen for what your child might be excited about and worried about. We all approach each situation with our own outlook. If your child is worried about something, ask what might be some ways to address that worry. Let your child share first before offering possible solutions. Our teachers, administrators and counselors are all available to help out.
- Get school supplies. You can find out what your child needs by clicking here. Look for the grade level in which your child will be starting this fall. As always, please let us know how we can help out. We receive many donations and can assist you with making sure your child has what they need.
Hollin Meadows' 2019-20 Bell Schedule
The first day of school is Monday, August 26, 2019.
Daily Bell Schedule: Monday - Friday
- 8:05 a.m. - Doors open for students.(students should not arrive prior to 8:05 a.m.)
- 8:05 a.m. - 8:20 a.m. – Student Arrival
- 8:20 a.m. - Late/Tardy Bell (all students need to be in their classrooms by 8:20 a.m.)
- 3:05 p.m. - Dismissal
Information regarding student holidays, early dismissals, teacher workdays, etc. may be found on the FCPS school calendar
Back to School Events
Kindergarten Ice Cream Social: Come to school on Wed, August 21 at 6:30 pm. As you enter the lobby, you'll see your kindergarten child's name assigned to a teacher. You'll go to that classroom where you'll learn important information about the first week. Both parent and child are expected to come. Enjoy a sweet treat at the end.
Welcome Walk: On Thursday, August 22, all of our teachers in Grades 1-6 will make a short, 5-minute visit to each child's door to say hello.The "Welcome Walk" occurs between 5:30-8 pm. Please make every effort to be home during this time as it's a great opportunity to make that important connection with your child's teacher. If you won't be home that evening, please complete the "opt our form" by clicking here or letting us know at 703.718.8300
Open House/Supply Drop-off: Friday, August 23 from 9 - 10 am. There will be staff members available with maps to direct you to your child's classroom.
When do I Find Out About Teacher Assignments?
All Grades K-6: Class lists will be posted in the lobby windows at 3 p.m. on Thursday, August 22nd Teacher assignments for kindergartners will also be available at the Kindergarten Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, August 21. You may also check your SIS Parent Account (Parent Vue) for the name of your child’s teacher on Thursday, August 22. Information regarding Parent Viue accounts may be found here.
Free and Reduced Price Meals
Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) is now accepting online applications for free and reduced-price meals for the 2019-20 school year. (Hard copy applications are also accepted.) Click here to find out how to apply.
Welcome New Staff!
Several Hollin Meadows Hornets moved onto new adventures this past year. Several staff members moved out of state or to schools closer to their homes. A few staff members were promoted to new positions or sought a new opportunity for their own professional growth. Other staff members retired or chose to take a leave of absence to stay home with a newborn. We wish all of these staff members well in their journey! Once a Hornet, always a Hornet!
We are also excited about the awesome staff members we were able to hire this past spring and summer (due to growth, we also added a few positions). Please join us in welcoming the newest staff members to our wonderful school community:
- David Banks–Third Grade Teacher
- Jennifer Bates–Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
- Tony Chiang—Special Education Teacher
- Kristen Collica—Math Specialist
- Heidi Cox—Special Education Teacher
- Kristin Eberhardt-Izzo—Second Grade Teacher
- Norvell Ewing—Special Education Teacher
- Katie Jarvis–Art Teacher
- Misty Lineberry—Special Education Teacher
- Holly Jackson—Fourth Grade Teacher
- Christina Hagemeier—Art Therapy
- Jasmin McDonald—Third Grade Teacher
- Helena O’Neill–Part-time Art Teacher
- Matt Porter–Sixth Grade Teacher
- Jennifer Shroff–Second Grade Teacher
- Jamar Stephens—Building Supervisor
- Monica Straton–Special Ed. Instructional Asst.
- Sarah Truitt—Fifth Grade Teacher
- Nicole Williams—Special Education Teacher
Additionally, Margaret McGuire will join Tene McBee as a part-time Advanced Academic Resource Teacher and Heather Kunz is our new School Psychologist. These positions are centrally assigned to schools.
Upcoming Events - Save the Date
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Wednesday, August 21 Kindergarten Welcome at school 6:30 pm.
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Thursday, August 22 Welcome Walk visits to homes, Grades 1-6 5:30-8 pm.
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Friday, August 23 Open House/Supply Drop-off 9 - 10 am.
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Sunday, August 25 PTA Popsicles on Playground--New Family Welcome 4 pm.
- Monday, August 26 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!
- Friday, August 30 & Monday, September 3: SCHOOL CLOSED
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Thursday, September 5 Back To School Night 6:30 - 8 pm.
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