Hunt Valley Calendar
Sept. 2nd - Back to School Night Virtual - Zoom 6:30pm-7:30pm
Sept. 3rd-6th - Student/Staff Holiday (Labor Day Break)
Sept. 8th - PTA Mtg. 6:30pm. Virtual
Parent Volunteers for Lunch Duty
We are in need of Parent Volunteers for Lunch Duty on Mondays through Fridays from 10:30am to 1:15pm.
We will train parents who commit to Volunteering! The Volunteers will assist students with help such as requesting a fork, spoon, or napkin, helping a student with opening items, or walking a student to the rest room.
On Monday, Aug. 30th please contact the main office at 703 913-8800 between 8:30am-3:30pm if you’re interested in this volunteer position.
Laptop Distribution Update
Parents of Grade 3 through 6:
- Laptops may have been distributed this week or will be early next week.
- Please help your student connect to your home wireless.
- Students are expected to come to school each day with a fully charged laptop.
New Schoology Parent Course Now Active:
- The Parent All course is now Active.
- Here you will find FLE Preview materials
- See Specialists introduction videos
- Find important links
Patrol Updates
Walker patrols should get to school no earlier than 9am. All walker patrols should enter the main door.
Bus patrols should be at their bus stop 5 minutes before the other bus riders.
If your patrol did not get their belts at the training Mrs. Alt will deliver them to students during the first day of school.
Hunt Valley Music Department
Band & Strings Registration : Coming Soon!
Students in upper grades have the opportunity to join band (5th-6th) or strings (4th-6th).
During the first week of school, Mr. Dietz (Band), Mrs. Chappell, & Mrs. Ward (Strings) will be visiting grade level General Music classes to talk about the instrumental programs, showcase the different instruments, and provide more information on how to sign up.
We look forward to seeing you & making music together very soon!
Learn About What Parents Can Do Now to Get Ready for Schoology
I am excited to share that students, families, and teachers throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system beginning Summer/Fall 2021.
Here is what you need to know now:
- Starting in July 2021, we will not use Blackboard 24-7 Learning or Blackboard Collaborate Ultra (BBCU)
- Schoology has a connected web conferencing tool, Zoom
- Schoology works with Google Drive
- You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to login to Schoology: http://bit.ly/FCPSSIS
- All parents who are new to FCPS will be mailed an activation code for the SIS parent account during the month of August if the student is registered before August 7. This is a centralized process for all FCPS families joining FCPS. Please expect the code via USPS in August. if you have any further questions, please call the Hunt Valley main office at 703-913-8800.
Timeframe for activation code delivery:
- New FCPS Parents Only – Arriving in homes Aug 11-13 If registered before August 7.
- New FCPS Parents Only for new FCPS Students registered from Aug 7 - Sept 10 (3 Weeks into the SY) – Arriving in homes Sept 16-17
View this site for more information
https://huntvalleyes.fcps.edu/learn-about-schoology
Food and Nutrition Services
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Paper free and reduced meals applications are still be available to complete and submit. Paper free and reduced-price meals applications are available to all households at school offices, school cafeterias, and other FCPS buildings or by contacting Food and Nutrition Services at 703-813-4800 or 703-813-4844. Students who qualify for reduced-price meals receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. www.fcps.edu
Grade-level School Supply Lists for the 2021-22 School Year
Parents who would like to shop for their student’s school supplies can click on the link below to access our school supply lists. They are sorted by grade level.
http://live-fcps-huntvalley-es.pantheonsite.io/academics/school-supply-lists
FCPS Updates:
Return to School – Safety
https://www.fcps.edu/return-school/return-school-safety
Returning strong and staying strong all year
We all have a part to play in how we return strong and stay strong all year. The most essential thing we can do is keep our schools safe and healthy places to learn. This fall, we’re implementing layered prevention strategies to keep everyone healthy- especially those who are not yet able to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Check this page often for the latest information on FCPS’ commitment to safety and how you can help.
Mask Up!
Masks are an essential tool in preventing the spread of COVID-19 and protecting those unable to be vaccinated. To ensure a safe start to the school year, masks will be required for everyone, regardless of vaccination status, inside FCPS school buildings.
With respect to Fall 2021 Health and Safety practices, FCPS will continue to follow the guidance put forth by clinical researchers and medical providers from the CDC, VDH, and the FCHD to ensure the safest classrooms possible. This includes FCPS’ face covering (mask) requirements. The most recent recommendations include:
COVID-19 Vaccine: How to Schedule Your Child’s Second Dose
FCPS’ in-school COVID-19 vaccination sites were a great success! With the school year ending, FCPS will not be hosting vaccine clinics for the second dose. If your child received their first dose, please remember to schedule their second dose. This Second Dose Information Sheet explains how to proceed. FCPS is considering hosting another first dose clinic during the summer for students ages 12 and up. Please stay tuned for more information.
2021-2022 Kindergarten and New Student Registration
Please see information on the Hunt Valley ES Website for information on registering your children for the 2021-2022 school year.
https://huntvalleyes.fcps.edu/
PTA
2021-2022 PTA
Join the PTA!
It's a new school year which means the Hunt Valley PTA is welcoming new and returning members for only $10/membership. Join online now through Sept. 3 and you'll be entered into a drawing to win a $25 amazon gift card! Join here! https://huntvalleypta.memberhub.com/
Spirit Wear
It's that time of year to get your Hunt Valley ES t-shirt or hoodie! See the link below to order from Burke Sports (use code: HVHAWKS). T-shirts can be worn proudly anytime, but they're extra fun for Spirit Days and field trips when the classes decide to wear them all at once. Go Hawks!
*orders will be delivered to your child's classroom in early October. The opportunity to order ends on September 20th. Also, unfortunately, an XS size is not available at this time.
https://shop.burkesports.com. (CODE: HVHAWKS)
PTA Membership Meeting
Wednesday, September 8th at 6:30pm
Our first meeting of the year will give you an opportunity to hear from Mr. Fee and our new Assistant Principal, Mrs. Gibbs. We will also look at the year ahead for the PTA! We hope to see you there.
Hunt Valley PTA President is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: PTA Membership Meeting Time: Sep 8, 2021 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every month on the Second Wed, 10 occurrence(s)
Sep 8, 2021 06:30 PM
Oct 13, 2021 06:30 PM
Nov 10, 2021 06:30 PM
Dec 8, 2021 06:30 PM
Feb 9, 2022 06:30 PM
Mar 9, 2022 06:30 PM
Apr 13, 2022 06:30 PM
May 11, 2022 06:30 PM
Jun 8, 2022 06:30 PM
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZMrf-mtrT8pG9Q_chuGDC_dgcTwPOReJOjY/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGvqDMqH9eRsxiHRpwEBIqgc-_ztilejfpsoxztFgd3QTzyMeF2JYJQIt36
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87680534310?pwd=a2twTklkS0VadERkbVl1ZXdQUml3Zz09
Meeting ID: 876 8053 4310
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The PTA Is Run By Parents Like You!
There are many opportunities to serve our Hunt Valley students, both big and small. Our most urgent opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Hospitality and Staff Appreciation (bring parent donated soaps/lotions into the lounge, arrange for occasional treats, this is a fun one!)
- Outdoor Fall Festival Volunteer (Tentatively scheduled for late October)
Please email Meredith Stankiewicz at president@huntvalleypta.org or Dianna Carr at VP@huntvalleypta.org to volunteer or ask any questions.
Support your Hunt Valley PTA through Amazon Smile!
Choose Hunt Valley PTA as the charity you support and your Amazon dollars will help support our efforts here, close to home.
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2021-2022 PTA: Our new Executive Board has been elected! President - Meredith Stankiewicz; VP - Dianna Carr; Treasurer - Anna Taleysnik-Mehta; Secretary - Selome Haile.
Hunt Valley ES PTA link:
http://www.huntvalleypta.org
Cub Scout Pack 1853
Calling all K-5th Graders, come check out your local Cub Scout pack (Pack 1853) located in your Hunt Valley Elementary School neighborhood. Learn about what the Cub Scouts have to offer at the Join Scouting Night event. The meeting will be held right down the road from HVES at Sydenstricker United Methodist Church. Join fellow classmates and meet new friends as they bond over scouting adventures, sharing positive values, and building character. If you have questions please feel free to contact Eve Brison at 571-330-9700.
Where: Sydenstricker United Methodist Church (the Sanctuary)
Address: 8508 Hooes Road
Date: Thursday, September 16
Time: 7:00-8:00PM
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FCPS Cares
Do you know a Hunt Valley ES staff member who went beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to submit a brief description so we can all acknowledge the good work of Hunt Valley faculty and staff members!
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Have a great weekend!
Mr. Fee
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