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Dear Spring Hill Families,
It was wonderful to have our first music concert of the school year. Our chorus teachers and students put together a wonderful performance. Next week, we look forward to seeing our families at the band concert.
Third quarter progress reports were sent home this week via the Thursday folder. If you did not get your copy, please contact your child's teacher. You can also access the progress reports on Parent Vue.
As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to me or any member of our administrative team. Have a wonderful weekend!
Longfellow is excited welcome our newest Lancers to our Rising 7th Grade Open House on May 19 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm!
Visitors will be able to walk the halls of Longfellow and see how our classrooms are set up, check out the cafeteria, hear from some of our student organizations and more! Longfellow administrators and counselors will be on hand to answer questions. There will not be a large-group presentation; this is an ‘Open House’ style event in which students may come with their family at any time during the evening.
If you have any questions, please contact Katie Madigan, Director of Student Services, at kemadigan@fcps.edu.
Read about the latest events happening at Spring HIll. Check out our blog page to see pictures and videos.
Next Week’s Positivity Trait is Purpose.
Purpose means you have beliefs about the meaning of life and your life’s purpose. You seek to be part of something greater than yourself.
To learn more about the Positivity Project click here.
The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) School Board adopted iReady as an academic universal screener for use with all elementary school students in grades 1 through 6. The iReady assessment includes a reading assessment and a mathematics assessment. The purpose of this screener is to identify students who may have possible gaps in foundational literacy and mathematics skills. Based on iReady results, some students may require an additional assessment to further diagnose any specific learning areas that may need support. An example of an additional diagnostic assessment is the Developmental Reading Assessment 2 (DRA2). The iReady reading test, together with any necessary follow-up diagnostic assessments, also fulfills state testing expectations for primary grade students.
The Spring iReady dates are April 12 - June 9 for grades 3-6 and April 12 - May 20 for grades 1 and 2. Your child’s teacher will share the exact dates of testing with you
A reminder that score report letters are centrally published in ParentVUE and can be found in the ParentVUE "Documents" tab. Additionally, historical test results are also available in the ParentVUE "Test History" tab. Please note: the Test History tab is currently only accessible via a web browser and not the mobile app
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If you would like to volunteer during lunch, please use this link to sign up. We have 2 slots per lunch session.
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The FCPS CARES Program 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 FCPS employees at Spring Hill. |
Staff Appreciation Week is Coming!
We LOVE our SHE staff and want to show them our appreciation and support with an internationally-inspired Staff Appreciation week, May 2-6. The PTO is looking for parents who can devote some time and express their gratitude by helping with this year's week of events and special treats for the staff. Sign up here to get involved or contact Katie Colosi (katiecolosi@gmail.com) if you have international decorations and ideas to share!
Join a PTO Committee or the Executive Board for 2022-23
As the 4th quarter begins, it is time to start thinking about the next school year. Not just for students, but for the future of our PTO as well. Thanks to the wonderful support of so many volunteers, we were able to successfully bring back many traditional events and programs this year, including Block Party, BINGO Night, After-School Programs and Fun Fair. Would you like to see these and more in the 2022-23 school year? Then consider volunteering for a position on the PTO Executive Board or one of our committees. We are 100% volunteer-driven and welcome all members of the Spring Hill Community to play a part in shaping the agenda of our PTO for the next school year. A variety of opportunities exist for parents to suit your strengths, priorities and time commitments - there's something for everyone! Visit our PTO website to find the position that's right for YOU! Contact our president, Jennifer McCarthy, if you have questions or would like more information.
FCPS and Fairfax County Government Partnering to Provide Substance Abuse Webinars on April 20, 26, 28
Due to the rise in opioid overdoses in the Fairfax Health District (which is consistent with national and state trends), Fairfax County Public Schools has partnered with Fairfax County Government to provide educational webinars on youth substance use trends and supports. The free webinars are scheduled for April 26, and April 28, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Each of the three webinars will provide the same information.
The topics to be covered include:
- Most commonly used substances.
- In-depth opioid information.
- Reasons why youth use substances.
- Ways parents can support their children.
- Available FCPS and Fairfax County Resources.
- Ways students, parents, and community members can connect with support providers.
Registration for the webinars is available online.
Supporting Early Learners: Growing the Caregiver’s Toolbox: A Webinar for PreK-2 Families
- 5/20/22: Growing through Tough Moments in Early Learners
There are so many ways children learn and develop throughout early childhood. Relationships, habits, and even challenges can become rich opportunities to teach and foster lifelong learning and skills for our children. Learn more about how self-regulation, executive functioning, and routines can help your children learn and develop.
- Laura Thieman, LCSW, MPH, RPT- FCPS Social Worker Supervisor, Region 3
- Amy Sheldon, MEd, MSW, LCSW - FCPS Preschool Mental Health Clinician, Early Childhood Assessment Team
- Lori Kraden, FCPS Educational Specialist, Behavior Intervention Services
Fridays 10-11:30 a.m.
Register for Supporting Early Learners: Growing the Caregiver’s Toolbox: A Webinar for PreK-2 Families
Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options for Students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and their Families
Flash Forward will provide students with IEPs and their families an introduction to options after high school. Representatives from postsecondary and adult education, employment. community programs and services will be available.
Schedule:
6:30-7:30 p.m. Information Tables
7:30-7:45 p.m. Overview of Postsecondary options
7:45-8:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions
- College and Education Options: For students planning to continue their education in a two or four-year college
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Alternatives to College, after High School: For students interested in employment and workforce development - highlights include military, apprenticeship, trade school, gap year, and employment.
Tuesday, April 26, 2022, Woodson High School
Register for Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options for Students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and their Families
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April 28 - Band Concert - 7PM
May 30 - Memorial Day (No School)
June 8th - 6th Grade Party
June 9th - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony
June 10 - Last Day of School (early release)
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