March 28, 2023
My Dearest Sleepy Hollow Family,
We hope this newsletter finds you in the best of health and in great spirits. A special thank you to all parents who attended the Rising Sixth-Grade Parent Coffee last Thursday, March 23rd. Principal Victor Powell was amazing as he gave us a bird’s-eye view of the day and life of a sixth grade student at Glasgow. If you were unable to attend the coffee or the information night held earlier this year at Glasgow, and you have questions or would like to stop by the school for a tour or to speak with Principal Powell, please reach out to him and his staff. We are so excited about our partnership with Glasgow and the journey our students will be taking as they enter a new chapter in their lives. Thank you, Mrs. Iva Plazas, Family Engagement Liaison, for organizing this spectacular event.
Yay! We are almost there. We are counting it down to spring break. Remember this week is a full week—no early dismissals. As a reminder, we are still working towards our Quarter 3 attendance goal and popcorn party! Please support “our kids” in attaining our school-wide attendance goal.
Have an enjoyable spring break: April 3rd – April 7th. Students and staff return on Monday, April 10th. Wishing you a wonderful week filled with Amazing Grace, love, peace, and kindness.
~Try to be the rainbow in someone else’s cloud.~ Maya Angelou
~Kindness is a gift that everyone can afford to give.~ Author Unknown
 All the best,
Mattie S. Fallen, Principal
SOL Testing Dates for Grades 3-5
Here are our SOL testing dates.
*Correction from last week. 3rd grade does NOT take a Science SOL. This assessment is only for 5th grade students
March Has Been Busy!
News from the Library
Reading together as a family is amazing on so many levels! Don’t forget that the Fairfax County Public Library is free to use and has a HUGE selection of books for all ages. And here’s something I just discovered at the public library – VOX books which will read aloud to you. They are so simple to operate and can be used with or without headphones, so you can still snuggle up with your student and enjoy a book together. Ask for them at the public library, happy reading!
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Announcements from our PTA
PTA Spring Auction Donations Needed
The PTA is currently seeking DONATIONS that can be listed for bidding on their own or incorporated into larger themed gift baskets or bundles. Below are suggestions, by grade level for themed gift baskets for the auction. We are asking for new/unopened items in the following categories:
KINDERGARTEN – SUMMER FUN: Beach towels, beach toys, balls, sunblock, sunglasses,water bottles, swim goggles, gift cards to mini golf or other summer activities, yard toys, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, etc.
1st GRADE - ARTS & CRAFTS: Markers, pens, colored pencils, crayons, craft paint, construction paper, paint brushes, stamping kit, small wooden model kits, loom bracelet kit, poster board, gift card to craft store, etc.
2nd GRADE – REST & RELAXATION (or pamper Mom!): Lotion, scented candles, bath bombs, face/eye masks, cozy blanket or towel, manicure gift card, comfy socks/slippers, etc.
3rd GRADE – COOKING: Cooking utensils, oven mitts, special tins/molds, marinades, cookbooks, seasonings, measuring cups, etc.
4TH GRADE – FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Card games, board games, travel games, individual or group games, puzzles, snacks/popcorn, etc.
5TH GRADE – KIDS' CHOICE: Trading cards, fidgets, small Lego sets or building toys, play-doh, stickers, gift card, etc.
Donations can be collected by your teacher or arranged for pick up by March 31, 2023 Please contact us if you have something to donate or need more info: shesptaauction@gmail.com
 We are looking forward to meeting our newest Dolphins at Sleepy Hollow Elementary School! Looking for information about registering a new student with us? Begin the process! Save the Date: Kindergarten Orientation April 14, 2023, at 10:00AM.
Magnet Program
The Magnet Program registration window will be open from Wednesday, March 1 to Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Late applications are not accepted.
https://www.fcps.edu/registration/elementary-magnet-school-lottery.
Family Life Education Instructional Program Information
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) offers a comprehensive, sequential Family Life Education (FLE) program for students in grades kindergarten through twelfth. Instruction is seen as a partnership between parents and guardians, the school, and the community to support learning essential for the development of strong families, positive relationships, and a healthy community.
Parents/guardians may choose to exclude their child from all or part of the Family Life Education program. Students who are excluded receive age-appropriate, non-punitive alternative health instruction, and every effort is made to foster respect for family choices. If you wish to exclude your child from all or part of FLE for this school year, opt-out forms will be included in your child's back-to-school/orientation packages and are available online for. Complete the opt-out form and return it to your child's school prior to Family Life Education instruction.
Detailed descriptions of the grade-level program are available online at Elementary (K-6). FLE grade-level specific lessons and the media for which FCPS has streaming rights are available to parents online at Schoology. Parents/guardians log in to Schoology with the same username and password as their Student Information System (SIS) parent account. Grade-level specific lessons are also available at the Fairfax City Regional Library (this location has no means). Grade-level specific lessons and media that are not streamed online are available for review in your child's school library. Due to copyright permissions, we are unable to stream all media online.
Questions about the program can be addressed at your child's school or by contacting Instructional Services at 571-423-4550 or fle@fcps.edu
Tech Adventure Camps Summer 2023
This weekly summer program gives students the opportunity to explore exciting paths in Career and Technical Education, including STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and computer science.
Open to students in grades K-6 during the 2022-23 school year. Students currently in grades 7-11 may participate in CTE Summer Academy. Space is limited and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled.
Tuition
- $275 per week
- Students eligible for free and reduced lunch: No tuition.*
*To be eligible, students must apply on Free and Reduced Meals website. You must allow your benefits to be shared or submit the Consent to Share Information Form.
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA): Camps and Institutes
A summer exploration of the arts for elementary school students currently in grades 2-5.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary-aged students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theatre, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging.
Registrations open February 1st
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Program Cost: $265 a week (week one is a reduced week $159).
- Students eligible for free and reduced lunch: No tuition.*
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Program Dates: July 5-28, 2023
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Program Times: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Host School: Lake Braddock Secondary
*To be eligible, students must apply on Free and Reduced Meals website. You must allow your benefits to be shared or submit the Consent to Share Information Form.
For more information contact: EIFTA@fcps.edu
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