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Black History Month
In February, people all over the United States celebrate Black History Month—because Black history is American history. Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of Black and African American people year-round, and Black History Month is one opportunity to honor these diverse and important stories.
African American Read-In
The National African American Read-In is a groundbreaking effort to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors. It was established in 1990 by the Black Caucus of the National Council of Teachers of English to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month. (https://ncte.org/get-involved/african-american-read-in/)
We will celebrate the African American Read-In during the last week of February. (February 21st - 25th) We are looking for volunteers to come and read to our classes! (virtually or in person) If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up using the sign up genius link. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE22A0FD0-african
February is American Heart Month, a time when everyone can focus on their cardiovascular health.
On Friday, February 4th, we want to highly encourage everyone to help us raise awareness for Heart Disease by wearing RED
Bush Hill Kindergarten Registration is now open! We look forward to welcoming our newest Panthers to Bush Hill ES for the 2022-2023 school year. Registration packets are available in the Bush Hill ES Main Office or you may download the forms using the links below.
The registration requirements are as follows:
For incoming Kindergarten students – please visit https://www.fcps.edu/registration/kindergarten-registration
For incoming students in grades 1 – 6, please visit https://www.fcps.edu/index.php/registration/general-registration-requirements
For incoming Grades 1-6, please provide proof of enrollment at the previous school.
It is important that you have filled out all paperwork, and bring with you the following:
- Photo ID
- Original Birth Certificate
- Proof of Residency (Deed or Lease to your home)
- Virginia Physical and Immunization Record (due prior to school starting in August)
For further information, the Fairfax County Public Schools website is www.fcps.edu and the Bush Hill Elementary website is https://bushhilles.fcps.edu/
Please contact Ms. Elizabeth DePalma, Registrar, with any questions or to set up your registration appointment. Call (703) 924-5600 or email Elizabeth.DePalma@fcps.edu All registrations are done by appointment only.
African American History Month
FEBRUARY 01, 2022 – FEBRUARY 28, 2022
National Career and Technical Education Month
FEBRUARY 01, 2022 – FEBRUARY 28, 2022
School Board Appreciation Month
FEBRUARY 01, 2022 – FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Crossing Guard Appreciation Week
FEBRUARY 07, 2022 – FEBRUARY 11, 2022
National School Counseling Week
FEBRUARY 07, 2022 – FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Public Schools Week
FEBRUARY 21, 2022 – FEBRUARY 25, 2022
President’s Day
FEBRUARY 21, 2022 -- Holiday, No School
And here we are welcoming a new month, February, with all the positive vibes we can get!
Roald Dahl said: "If I had my way, I'd remove January from the calendar altogether and have an extra July instead." I, too, think that would be nice, but I believe that Bush Hill students, families, faculty and staff did a great job starting the new year with a week-long of snow days, a call to duty for all employees and still aspiring with a big smile 😊
Thank you to everyone who has gone above and beyond normal duties to support our students.
Resources:
Stay safe, warm and connected 😊
Salima Intidame, M.Ed.
Family Liaison, Bush Hill Elementary School
sintidame@fcps.edu
https://bushhilles.fcps.edu/
Office: (703) 924-5600 Fax (703) 924-5697
Save the Date: Bingo Night/Silent Auction - Thursday, February 24th 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Calling all Volunteers for Bingo Night. Please sign up at:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f45a5af29a7fbce9-bingo
Interested in donating for the Silent Auction?
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f45a5af29a7fbce9-silent
The wish list will be updated frequently. ***We cannot accept alcohol or alcohol related items.
Volunteer and Wish list signups will be open through February 18th.
**Spirit Wear will be coming very soon. Stay tuned for updates!
For questions, please contact hollykpta@gmail.com.
Immunization Requirement Notice
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
Effective July 1, 2021 all students entering 7th grade will be required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), and Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY).
Seventh grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Tdap and Meningococcal documentation.
Please provide one of the following documents to the Bush Hill ES Main Office:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the missing immunization(s).
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online at:
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/support/health_medical/certificate_religious_exemption.pdf
Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/school or by calling 703-246-2411.
School Year 2022-23 Calendar
The Fairfax County School Board has voted to adopt a calendar for the 2022-23 school year. The first day of school will be Monday, August 22. Read a news release on the new calendar.
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