 Oak Hill welcomed FCPS Superintendent Dr. Scott Brabrand.
Last week Superintendent Dr. Scott Brabrand visited several classrooms at Oak Hill. He spoke to students and asked questions about their learning. Staff members shared how they incorporate Portrait of a Graduate attributes into their every day lessons and how they were able to close achievement gaps last year. In addition to learning about our work with students, Dr. Brabrand was very impressed with Oak Hill's unique mentorship program for our new staff. We can't wait to share the video of his visit!
Oak Hill is continuing to celebrate Inclusive Schools Week 2019 through Friday. This entire week is to celebrate and promote acceptance and inclusion of the diverse population we have at Oak Hill. We also hope this week will encourage conversations about how we can be more accepting and appreciative of those who are different from us. Each day of the Inclusion Week, students and staff are encouraged to wear the various colors listed below. Each color represents a word that will be discussed and linked to inclusion at Oak Hill. The celebration of Inclusive Schools Week will create a fundamental commitment to relationships among staff, students and the community of Oak Hill. #ISW2019
Thursday: Wear Purple for Positivity
Friday: Wear Oak Hill Spirit Wear
We welcome parents to eat lunch with their child in the cafeteria. No advanced notice is needed; just check in at the office and meet your child's class in the cafeteria.
We ask that you not bring fast food with you. Your presence is the special treat.
How to Support Your Child’s Reading Development
Learning to read and establishing a love of reading can be challenging for some students. It is important to understand that parents’ perspective toward reading can directly influence a child’s reading proficiency. There are a variety of ways to help your child learn to read and enjoy the love of books. To learn about how to foster the joy of reading in your child and support your child’s literacy development, please click here.
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In case you missed it, the 2020-21 school year calendar has been announced. For planning purposes, notable dates include:
First day of school - Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Labor Day Break - September 4-7, 2020
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-27, 2020
Winter Break - December 21, 2020-January 1, 2021
Spring Break – March 29, 2021- April 2, 2021 (Note: Monday, April 5, 2021, is a teacher workday and a holiday for students)
Last day of school for students - Friday, June 11, 2021. See the complete 2020-2021 school year calendar.
 Mrs. Davis and one of her students participated in the Alexandria Tuba Christmas performance last Sunday.
The FCPS Parent Resource Center offers many free workshops each month. Here is a list of the topics in December.
- Zones of Regulation
- Raising Children with High Self-Esteem in a High Pressure Culture
- Twice Exceptional Students: What Parents Need to Know
For more information about the Parent Resource Center and to register for a class click here.
We have an abundance of jackets at our Lost and Found. Please encourage your child to check if they are missing an item. All items that are not claimed by December 20th will be donated. As a reminder, we do look for names in jackets before we donate. We encourage you to label your child's clothing.
 One of Oak Hill's First Lego League Teams with their Innovation project prototype. They qualified for the state tournament in Harrisonburg this weekend. Best of luck!
Afterschool Activities - Winter - Coming Soon!
Don't miss out on the afterschool activities for the winter. Pledge members receive early access to your student's favorite activity, some go fast.
Membership Drive continues in December!
We are still at 51% membership, therefore the membership drive continues. Our first challenge is to get to 400 pledge memberships. With 400 pledge memberships, the school will celebrate with:
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Extra Recess and · Pajama Day for All Students
Already pledged? Encourage friends or family to make a pledge donation. Help us achieve our goals and fund our programs. Without your support we may need to DEFUND some programs. PLEDGE today!
Join at https:oakhillpta.ptboard.com. To join our school use code: 8HSEEV Contact membership@oakhillpta.org for questions.
Geography Club - International Academic Competitions
Interest registration is now open for International Academic Competitions (National Geography Olympiad/Bee in all grades, (new) National History Bee in all grades and (new) National Science Bee in all grades), go here.
Journalism Club
Is your student interested in learning more about how to write newspaper articles? Has your student ever wondered what it is like to create and publish their own magazine article? Journalism club is the place for your student. By the end of the session they will write, edit, and publish their very own Oak Hill newsletter! Coming Soon! For more information contact Ms. Focke (alfocke@fcps.edu) or Mrs. Rynecki (lhrynecki@fcps.edu).
ART Contest Opening in January!
From January 2 – January 31, public school students can enter their original artwork online for a chance to win a $150 gift card and money for the OHES art department. One winner will be selected from each of the three levels: elementary school, middle school, and high school. The winning designs will be featured on thousands of thank-you notes being distributed across the state during National Teacher Appreciation Week 2020. On January 9th we will hold an informational meeting with an opportunity to draw with others and enter.
December 4: 5th & 6th Grade Chorus Concert, 7pm
December 5: Inclusive Schools Week Celebration: Wear Purple for Positivity
December 6: Inclusive Schools Week Celebration: Wear Oak Hill Spirit Wear
December 6: 1st Grade Field Trip to Clemyjontri Park,
December 6: 6th Grade Field Trip to Rachel Carson MS for concert
December 6: 6th Grade Chorus Concert at Reston Town Center, 7pm
December 9: Principal Coffee, 9am
December 10: 5th & 6th Grade Band Concert, 7pm
December 13: PTA Family Dance Night, 6-8pm
December 17: 5th & 6th Grade Strings Concert, 7pm
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