Fairhill Forum May 18, 2021

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News from Fairhill

Dates to Remember:

May 24th: Last day of Reading on the Run Curbside Pickup

May 28th:  All Library books are due

May 31st: Memorial Day, student holiday, no school

June 8th: Election Day and Virtual Learning Day for ALL students

June 11th: Last day for regular classes, 2 hour early release

August 23rd: First day of classes for the 2021-22 school year

Parent Input form for 2021-2022 class placements

Dear Parents,

Although it is not possible to request specific teachers, we encourage you as a parent to tell us about your student so that we may find the best possible fit for your child in their new class.  You can find the form here. Thank you for assisting us as we begin to move into a more normal school year next fall!

https://forms.gle/dhQ4CjkUnPRAJuZX8

2020-2021 Fairhill Yearbooks are here! Did you order a yearbook?  If you're student is virtual, feel free to come by the Office between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to pick up your yearbook. There are also a  limited supply for families who did not purchase a copy through Lifetouch.  There has been a sign up genius created for families if you would like to purchase one directly from Fairhill. The cost of each yearbook is $20. Payment methods are cash and checks, made payable to Fairhill ES. Payment is due at the time of yearbook pick up. Please sign up here if you would like to order one directly from Fairhill.  Please call the Fairhill Office if you have any questions.   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4fa4a929a2fac43-yearbook

Library News Please note that next week is the LAST week for library book circulation this school year. This means the last Reading on the Run will be Monday, May 24th. At-home learners may place books on hold to be picked up in the Kiss and Ride Loop from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-3 p.m.  For in-building learners, students may place holds for books to be delivered to their classrooms on Tuesday (grades K-3) or Thursday (grades 4-6). However, ALL LIBRARY BOOKS ARE DUE FRIDAY, MAY 28th. Please email Mrs. Howard at: lghoward@fcps.edu with any questions or concerns. Thank you for reading with us this year!

Students' Intention for Next School Year

As we gear up for our next school year of 5 days per week of in-person learning and back to some normalcy, we ask that all kindergarten through fifth grade families let us know their intentions. The "Student's Intention For Next School Year" form is used by FCPS to project each school's total enrollment for the next school year. Please read this letter and if it applies to your student, please fill out this form. Feel free to call the Fairhill Office with any questions.

May Choice Board

Here are some more fun screen free things to do this month!  

Click here for an easier to read view.  

Updated Technology Supports for Families    Parent Help Guides and Video Tutorials-access videos and resources to help your student in the virtual learning environment. Parent Technology Help Desk- (1-833-921-3277) available to support families 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Fairhill Parent/Student Support Request- this form should be completed when help is needed from Fairhill. Fill in all of these fields so that the Technology Team at Fairhill can reach out to you with solutions or schedule a time to get help with equipment. Walk-in hours are, Tuesdays 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and Thursdays 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., but appointments are preferred.

News from Fairhill PTA

Become a Fairhill PTA Member! Please consider becoming a PTA member for the 20-21 school year.  Click this link for membership options!

The Fairhill PTA did not let a pandemic stand in their way!  Thank you to the outgoing Board for all of your grand efforts and ingenuity to make the 2020-21 school year fun and for providing a variety of technology tools for the teachers to use during this difficult time.  You helped us provide a better education to our students and we are sincerely grateful for that!   The incoming 2021-22 Board was elected at the last PTA Meeting held on Thursday, May, 13th.  Most of the Board members will be returning to their same positions again: Barbara Hayes and Mary Beth Palmer will serve as Co-Presidents for their second term.  Adrienne Bruce will serve as Secretary again.  Andi Page will return as Social Media Coordinator.  Aruna Nettem will also return to serve as Website Coordinator.  Allyson Norris will be our Parent/Teacher Liaison for her third term.  We will say good bye to our Treasurer, Eric Williamson and welcome our new Treasurer, Nicole Applehans.  We will also say goodbye to our Room Parent Coordinator, Kurt D’Mello and welcome Michelle Stock in that position.  Thank you to all of you who served and to all who will serve this upcoming year.  We look forward to a more connected year with plenty of fun activities.

News from FCPS

Registration for Fairfax County's School Age Child Care Coming Soon

Fairfax County’s School Age Child Care (SACC) program will be open to provide before- and after-school services for the 2021-22 school year. The SACC program is currently assessing Center capacities based on health and safety protocols. More information for the 2021-22 school year program will be available by June 15 on the SACC website. Families who were previously enrolled will be contacted to determine their need for services.

PreK and Early Head Start Accepting Applications for SY 2021-22 /  FCPS PreK y Early Head Start

PreK and Early Head Start is an income eligible program serving children ages 3 or 4 by September 30 in multiple classrooms across the county and ages 6 weeks to 2 years in the Reston, Herndon and Springfield areas. 

FCPS PreK and Early Head Start is now accepting applications for School Year 2021-22!  Please watch this video to see if your 3 or 4 year old may qualify for PreK.

To apply online: www.fcps.edu search: PreK or  connect directly to the FCPS PreK Application: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/early-childhood-prek/fecep-head-start-application

Email: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu

For more information call our English Line: 703-208-7900

FCPS PreK y Early Head Start ya está aceptando aplicaciones para el año escolar 2021-22!  Por favor mire este video para ver si su hijo de 3 o 4 años puede calificar para PreK.  

Para aplicar en línea: www.fcps.edu busque: PreK Correo electrónico: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu

Para más información llame a la línea de español: 703-208-7901

We still have spaces available in a number of our classrooms. We have attached our PreK and Early Head Start flyer and application. However, during this time, we recommend families apply online using the link provided below. If preferred, families could instead print the attached application and mail or drop off personally to our mailbox at Leis Instructional Center (physical address is on the flyer). Your support in sharing our program information to families is greatly appreciated. Please reach out if we can be of any assistance. 

English Line: 703-208-7900  

Spanish Line: 703-208-7901

FCPS PreK Email: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu

New Meal Distribution Bus Routes Begin May 18

On Monday, May 18, many of the bus routes used for meals distribution will change. Please see the bus route schedule to check if yours has been affected.

Don't miss out! Most of the Grab & Go locations have switched to a Fairfax Meal Kits site. Fairfax Meal Kits contain seven days of breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, and supper items packed in bulk. The kits will be available for pick up every Monday from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or until supplies run out. Please see the Return to School food webpage for locations.

Arrival times at bus stops may be delayed several minutes due to unexpected issues.

FCPS Cares Do you know a Fairhill employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.

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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