Fairhill Forum September 15, 2020
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Dates to Remember:
September 8th -September 18th: PTA Tech For Teachers Drive
September 17th: PTA Meeting, 6:30
October 8th: PTA Meeting, 6:30
October 13th: PTA Family Night (Take) Out- Koobala, 4:00-9:00
Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
Parents and guardians, please review the Student Rights and Responsibilities and related resources at www.fcps.edu/srr. After reviewing the information, fill out the SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form using this link we have provided. The form must be filled out one time per student.
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Digital Resources at Fairhill-Parent Consent Form
Fairhill will be using a variety of digital resources and tools this year, and parent permission is required for some of these applications. FCPS is committed to using innovative tools that positively impact learning while ensuring student privacy and safety.
The list of resources for Fairhill can be found on the Digital Resources at Fairhill Webpage. This page outlines the tools with links to more information, as well as the parent consent form.
Please complete the parent consent form so that our teachers know if permission has been provided for these tools to be used with your child.
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CAMP Master Classes
We are so excited to announce the addition of CAMP Master Classes to our school day. CAMP (Chinese, Art, Music, and PE) Master Classes are opportunities for students to engage in extra time with our specials OUTSIDE of class specials.
Please look at this schedule for days and times for each grade level to meet with our specialists teachers.
These Master Classes are completely OPTIONAL but will be LOTS of fun! We encourage everyone to join and take advantage of this great opportunity. (Links to join sessions were sent in Thursdays school email AND in classroom newsletters.)
Questions? Please email Mr. Ikner at wjikner@fcps.edu
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Tech for Teachers
Please help support our PTA and teachers by participating in this AMAZING tech drive.
The unique circumstances of distance learning have required our teachers to create very unique home classrooms. Our Fairhill teachers would greatly benefit from using document cameras and/or other technology aids to teach our children this year. Many of these tools will also be of great use once we return to the classroom.
Our goal is to raise $5,000 by September 18th that will be distributed amongst the Fairhill staff to enhance their virtual classrooms. Please see the link here for details on pledge levels and fun Fairhill prizes! Donate today to ensure that virtual learning benefits EVERYONE! To donate, click here.
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Screen-Free Activities
Are you looking for some enrichment activities away from the screen?
With the help of Mrs. Arman, Advanced Academics Teacher, please review this document with some helpful resources and ideas to help students engage in some screen-free activities at home.
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iReady Assessment Information
The online iReady assessment (also known as the universal screener) provides an initial view of all students’ foundational skills to help teachers identify students who may have challenges in reading or mathematics. Students in grades K-6 will take the iReady reading assessment. Students in grades 1-6 will take the iReady mathematics assessment. More information about the assessment can be found on the FCPS Universal Screener Parent Notification webpage.
This fall, students will take iReady at home instead of at school. Teachers will discuss the assessment with students in advance, including how to log in and what to expect. We also encourage you to watch the following videos to better understand iReady and how to best support your child while they are taking the assessment.
Totally Tigers!
We are so excited to introduce our newest tiger staff members.
In our final week of introductions we proudly introduce you to Ms. Johnson, Ms. Buchanan, and Ms. Kwong.
 Ms. Johnson will be supporting kindergarten and Preschool Autism Class.
 Ms. Buchanan will be with us on Mondays and Fridays.
 Ms. Kwong will be supporting our Enhanced Autism Classroom.
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Become a Fairhill PTA Member!
Please consider becoming a PTA member for the 20-21 school year.
Click this link for membership options!
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PTA Meetings
Please join us for our first PTA meeting of the 20-21 school year this Thursday, September 17th at 6:30.
Mark your calendars for all PTA meetings throughout the year.
- September 17, 6:30pm
- October 8, 6:30pm
- November 12, 6:30pm
- December 10, 6:30pm
- January 14, 6:30pm
- February 11, 6:30pm
- March 11, 6:30pm
- April 8, 6:30pm
- May 13, 6:30pm
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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!
October 13th: Koobala, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (click here to RSVP)
3987 Pickett Rd
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Bus Route Meal Service Fall 2020
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) buses are delivering grab and go meals along some bus routes. School buses will stop at designated intersections to deliver these meals.
All FCPS students (regardless of age) are eligible for free grab and go breakfast and lunch, as well as other county children, under the age of 18. Adults picking up meals for children should let staff know how many children meals they need. Adults may pay $2 for the meals as well.
The service will be available Monday - Friday only.
New for this fall: breakfast and lunch meals for Saturdays will be distributed at all sites and bus routes each Friday.
PLEASE NOTE: Updates to bus routes are posted each afternoon by 5pm. Changes will be marked as "new" or "updated".
Arrival times at bus stops may be delayed several minutes due to unexpected issues.
New Virtual Learning Tech Tips Videos
New videos have been posted on the virtual learning playlist. They include tips on signing in, locating assignments, and submitting assignments in Google Classroom, as well as how to use Blackboard Collaborate Ultra (BBCU). Go to the video learning playlist.
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.
Our vision for the 2020-2021 school year
To be:
A place where every staff member and students feels included and loved.
A place where every student and staff member can be their best and true self.
A place where every student and staff member feels seen and valued.
A place for joy!
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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