Fairhill Forum August 25, 2020
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Dates to Remember:
August 25th: Laptop Distribution for 5th and 6th graders only, 9:00-12:30
August 27th: Laptop Distribution for 3rd and 4th graders only, 9:00-12:30
August 28th: Principal Coffee Technology Talk KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES ONLY, 9:00
August 28th: Principal Coffee Technology Talk, Grades 1-6, 10:30
August 31st: Laptop Distribution for 1st and 2nd graders, 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00
September 1st: Laptop Distribution for PreK and Kindergarten 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00
September 3rd: Virtual Back to School Bash, 4:30-6:30
September 8th: First Day of School
September 11th: Parent Coffee, 10:00 a.m.
September 12th: PTA Family Night (Take) Out- Chipotle, 4:00-8:00
 Thank you so much to our Fairhill staff and PTA for coming to help ensure a successful first laptop distribution day!
Thank you to the Myers family for bringing water and fans to the whole team standing outside in the heat!
 Families of 3rd and 4th graders, don't forget to pick up a supply kit and a laptop this Thursday from 9:00-12:30.
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Emergency Care Forms
As the school year begins virtually, it is important that this required form is complete for all students for SY 20-21. They are available for electronic submission by parents via their FCPS 24/7 (Blackboard) accounts within the weCare@school (weCare) module.
Please complete this form as soon as possible for each of your children.
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(Updated) Supply Lists for 2020-2021
Our amazing staff has updated the supply lists for virtual learning. You can access these lists by clicking here.
In addition to these limited supplies for home, Fairhill and the Fairhill PTA have purchased a core set of materials for each student. These "Virtual Supply Kits" will be available during laptop distribution.
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Principal Coffee Talks
Please SAVE the DATE(s) for August Coffee Talks. We will send out a link to join each session prior to the date. Expect an email on Thursday with topic info and link to join.
August 28th at 9:00 a.m. (PreK Kindergarten families only)
August 28th at 10:30 a.m. (Grades 1-6)
September 11th at 10:00 a.m.
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Laptop and Virtual Supply Kit Distribution
We are encouraging ALL students to come and get a Fairhill laptop on their assigned days- even if you have a personal laptop at home.
If your student currently has a Fairhill laptop, they will continue to use the same one for the 2020-2021 school year, (with the exception of 5th and 6th graders who will be getting a new one). Please come pick-up a supply kit on the dates below regardless.
Again, we encourage all families to use a Fairhill Laptop during this school year.
For families with multiple students, please come on the same date as your oldest student.
August 27th: 3rd and 4th grade, 9:00-12:30
August 31st: 1st and 2nd grade, 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00
September 1st: PreK and Kindergarten, 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00
 Mr. Wolfington and Mr. Giese passing out laptops back in April.
Back to School Bash
Please join us for an opportunity to meet the members of our school community and learn about expectations and routines for your students during virtual learning!
This event won't look the same as it typically does, but we're still bringing the joy and excitement to the school year. JOIN US!
Please see flyer in English, Spanish or Arabic for more information and details.
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Kindergarten Registration
Looking to register your kindergarten student at Fairhill ES for 2020-21? Will they turn five years old on or before September 30, 2020?
Please begin the registration process by clicking this link and submitting the forms.
Questions? Please email Mrs. Spector at alspector@fcps.edu
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Totally Tigers!
We are so excited to introduce our newest tiger staff members. Each week we will introduce you to two new staff members.
This week we introduce you to Ms. Javois and Mr. Carroll!
 
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PTA Family Night (Take) Outs
Even though we are not physically in the school building, we still are trying to raise funds for our students. Please consdier taking the night off from cooking and order in some food.
Fairhill gets a percentage of money spent from each location. It's a WIN--WIN!
Mark your calendars NOW!
September 12th: Chipoltle, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (click for English Flyer and Spanish Flyer)
8191 Strawberry Lane (Mosaic)
October 13th: Koobala, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (click here to RSVP)
3987 Pickett Rd
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Student Attendance for the 2020-21 School Year
FCPS welcomes new and returning families for the 2020-21 school year. Our September 8 virtual opening poses some interesting challenges, so we hope this will help families understand the new attendance routines.
In Virginia, public school students aged 5-18 are required to attend school regularly. That is true whether FCPS is offering distance learning or in-person instruction. Teachers will take attendance during learning sessions and ensure that all students are counted. Parents can assist with this process by doing the following:
- Ensuring that their student(s) logs in to classes on time, and throughout the day.
- Calling or emailing the school attendance line if their student(s) are unable to participate.
- Communicating any concerns to the school, such as difficulty logging in or having access to FCPS classes.
- Reporting any hardship, such as student illness or any issue that might prevent the student from participating regularly.
- Returning phone calls or emails when notified that their student(s) did not participate that day.
- Ensuring that your student(s) submit activity logs as directed.
If your child is unable to login to live, face-to-face online instruction with their teacher, the teacher will be recording the class and posting the video within Blackboard/Google Classroom so it can be viewed at a different time. The video can also be used to provide review for all students.
If a parent calls and indicates their student will not be there for a certain class period, they are excused for the class period. Accessing the material later will not change the status of the absence.
If there is no parent contact, and the student failed to log in, the student is unverified for that class period. FCPS bases attendance for secondary students on “present” one or more periods of the day, and reports which periods a student did not appear in class.
FCPS staff members will work with parents to ensure that the transition to virtual learning is as smooth as possible. Help us to help you set your students up for success.
More information about attendance is available online.
Planning Ahead for Our In-Person Return to School
At the School Board work session on Tuesday, August 18, Superintendent Scott S. Brabrand provided the preliminary metrics FCPS will use to decide when to return to cohort (more information below), hybrid, or full in-person learning. These include:
Virginia Department of Health Metrics
- The number of new Covid-19 cases per 100,000 population.
- The percentage of tests that are positive (PCR test percent positivity).
- Rate of Covid-19 outbreaks.
- Percent of Covid-19 cases among healthcare workers.
- Rate of emergency department visits for coronavirus-like illnesses.
- Rate of confirmed Covid-19 intensive care unit hospitalizations.
- Percent of hospital beds currently occupied.
- Number of hospitals reporting trouble acquiring personal protective equipment.
Operational Metrics
- Ability to staff the health room with a public health nurse or student health aide.
- Classroom teachers available for in-person learning.
- Available staff on-call to monitor in-person learning (including substitutes).
- Administrative staff available for in-person learning.
- Transportation staff available.
- Food and nutrition managers available.
- Custodial staff available.
Finalized metrics will be shared with the School Board in September.
Cohort Learning Groups
FCPS has identified groups of students that are most in need of returning to in-person learning and hopes to bring them back using a phased-in approach (one group every two weeks) beginning in September. They include:
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Group 1: Preschool autism and preschool class-based students, English learners with limited or interrupted formal education, and limited Adult and Community Education classes including English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), workforce training, and behind-the-wheel driving classes.
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Group 2: Key Center and Kilmer Center students, secondary and elementary students who access the adapted curriculum, elementary comprehensive services sites, new English learners and PreK and kindergarten students.
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Group 3: First and second grade students and Burke School elementary school students.
View the complete School Board Return to School work session: Part I | Part II
Tips for Online Learning Success
FCPS has created this document to help support families with technology at home during virtual learning.
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Message About Tutoring Pods
Across the country, many parents are joining together to engage private tutors (who are often school teachers) to provide tutoring or home instruction for small groups of children. While there is no systematic way to track these private efforts, it’s clear that a number of “pandemic pods” or tutoring pods are being established in Fairfax County. We are aware of these tutoring pods, as well as some accompanying community concerns. These instructional efforts are not supported by or in any way controlled by FCPS—for several reasons. Read more.
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:
• Principal, Candace Hunstad: cjhunstad@fcps.edu
• Assistant Principal, Courtney Korb: cbkorb@fcps.edu
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