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 Saturday was a beautiful day for Hollin Meadows Girls on the Run 5K.
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PTA Mtg. - Wednesday, May 19
Join us this Wednesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. for the final PTA meeting of the school year. Guidance counselor, Ms. Storck, will share information in recognition of Mental Health Month. Mr. Gates will provide updates and information about Hollin Meadows' Title I program and information about the Spring Noetic Math Contest will also be shared. Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, May 19 at 6:60
*Click Here to Join Meeting*
Spanish translation will be provided
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Intentions for Next School Year
We need your help in projecting our total enrollment for next school year. For families NOT returning to Hollin Meadows Elementary School in the fall of 2021-22, please click here to complete a brief form.
Class Placements: 2021-2022
At the conclusion of the school year, teachers from each grade level will gather with administrators to create preliminary class groups for next year. We group students to ensure the best learning environment for all and take into account factors such as gender, learning needs, peer relationships and parent input. If there is information about how you feel your child learns best, please share it with us by Friday, May 21. Requests should be shared in writing with Mr. Gates at jmgates@fcps.edu or hand delivered to the office. Requests for a specific teacher will not be honored as staffing changes may occur. Please be assured that with or without parent input, each child's needs will be carefully considered to ensure the selection of a classroom in which your child will learn best.
Summer Practice Books
Summer Practice Books will be mailed home to FCPS students to provide suggested activities for students to support continued learning. Families who have opted-out of paper mailings from the division will only receive digital copies of the Summer Practice Books. Books will be mailed home to families in early June to arrive before the last day of school, June 11, 2021. Families will receive email communication in May about upcoming book arrival. Digital versions of books will be emailed to the enrolling parent SIS account in PDF format the week of June 7, 2021.
- Pre-Kindergarten students will receive one interdisciplinary Summer Practice Book.
- Students enrolled in grades K-8 in 2020-21 will receive one Language Arts Practice Book and one Math Practice Book by course enrollment. These books will also include information and guidance about digital tools that can be accessed by students and families to support learning throughout the summer.
- English Learners and Special Education students may receive additional or customized books.
More information can be accessed on the Summer Practice Books public webpage.
Kindergarten Registration for 2021-22 is Now OPEN
Do you have a child who will be turning 5? All children who reach their fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2021 are eligible for kindergarten enrollment for the 2021-22 school year.
Prerequisites for entry are proof of residency & parent photo ID, as well as the child’s physical examination, record of immunization and birth certificate,.
Please go to the Hollin Meadows Elementary School website for further information.
We appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with neighbors who have preschool children and encouraging them to contact the school office for kindergarten enrollment information.
If you have any questions regarding registration, feel free to contact our registrar, Melissa Breen at mabreen@fcps.edu or 703-718-8300.
PreK and Early Head Start Accepting Applications for SY 2021-22
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 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 estevideo para ver si su hijo de 3 o 4 años puede calificar para PreK. Para aplicar en línea: www.fcps.edubusque: PreK Correo electrónico: fcpsprekoffice@fcps.edu
Para más información llame a la línea de español: 703-208-7901
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Returning Strong: Five Days in the Fall
FCPS is returning strong for five days a week of in-person learning in the fall. Five days of in-person learning is guaranteed by a new state law that instructs all public schools to provide five days of in-person learning for the 2021-2022 school year. Our dedicated teachers have missed their students and are very excited to be back together in the fall, continuing our exception, nationally-recognized education programs.
One-page handout on five days of in-person instruction for the SY 2021-22.
Videos sharing diverse perspectives from parents who have returned their children to in-person instruction:
La madre de tres hijos explica que es importante que sus hijos hayan regresado a la escuela.
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SOL Testing Schedule
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Grade
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SOL Tests & Dates
Virtual Students In-Person Students
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Reading: May 3
Math: May 17
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Reading: May 5
Math: May 19
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4
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Reading: May 3
Math: May 17
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Reading: May 7
Math: May 21
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5
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Reading: April 26
Math: May 10
Science: May 24
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Reading: April 28
Math: May 12
Science: May 26
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6
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Reading: April 26
Math: May 10
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Reading: April 30
Math: May 14
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Reach out to your child’s teacher or Jessica Peterson, the School Testing Coordinator, at (703) 718-8300 or jspeterson1@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
Rec-PAC Summer Programs
Children who have completed kindergarten through those entering 7th grade who are residents of Fairfax County, Fairfax City or Falls Church are eligible to register for any of the Rec-PAC summer programs.
Themes for this summer include: Rec-PAC Ninja Warrior, Going Green 2021, Camp Games, A Whole New World, Jurassic Party, Rec-PAC Gives Back!
A limited number of partial scholarships are available. Save $8/week by pre-registering by June 11th. For more information and to register online go to: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
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Fairfax County’s School Age Child Care to Open for 2021-22 School Year
Many FCPS staff utilize Fairfax County’s School Age Child Care (SACC) programs for childcare. Good news! SACC 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.
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FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our Hollin Meadows staff members.
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Mark Your Calendars
May
19 - 6:30 p.m., PTA Mtg.
31 - Memorial Day, No School
June
8 - Election Day: NO in person learning. Online teacher led Instruction for all students
11 - Last Day of School, 1:30 pm. dismissal
See the complete 2020-21 school year calendar
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