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Oak Hill Family,
Our deepest strength in Fairfax County Public Schools is our diversity. We bring together the beauty of cultures and traditions that span the globe. When there is violence in other parts of the world, it is felt deeply in our schools. The horrifying images of violence in the Middle East continue to play out on the news, on our social media feeds, and deeply in our hearts and minds. Our community is hurting. Our schools must be safe spaces for every student. This starts by collectively committing to denounce all acts of antisemitism, islamophobia, and hatred in any form. We must hold on to shared values of empathy, compassion, and respect for all people.
We recognize that students must be empowered to share their thoughts and feelings about what is happening in our nation and the world, and how it impacts their lives. We will continue to provide students safe space to share feelings and dialogue, and provide resources from our mental health professionals. Oak Hill is a place of belonging where every student’s identity matters as much as their safety. We are prepared to respond in support of any who need it.
Congratulations Mrs. Prillaman - School Based Technology Specialist
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Congratulations to Mrs. Prillaman and other members of the Chantilly Pyramid Spotlight on Learning Team for earning an Excellence Award! Thank you for all your work that allowed for our student to share their growth in Portrait of a Graduate attributes! |
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Digital Citizenship Week
All week, we have been celebrating Digital Citizenship Week. Monday was Sports Day, Tuesday was Superhero Day, and today is Unity Day (wear Orange!). All of the orange in the building signifies Oak Hill's commitment to stop cyber bullying. See below to get in on the fun for Thursday and Friday
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Down Syndrome Awareness Month
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Mrs. Risden, one of our fabulous teachers, has set up a display in our lobby highlighting why we celebrate this month. Included in this display are different picture books and activities for students to learn more. Please encourage your student to check them out! Thank you, Mrs. Risden!
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Student Kudos
Our 4th grade students visited the Kennedy Center and were complimented on their amazing behavior - way to go 4th grade!
It's been another great week at Oak Hill!
In partnership,
Kelly Durso, Principal
Please join us in the Oak Hill Cafeteria for an in-person PTA meeting on tonight from 6:30-7:30 pm. Bring your dinner from the Chipotle fundraiser and help us plan our events for the 2023-24 school year!
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Get dinner from Chipotle at Franklin Farm Shopping Center tonight, October 18th, between 4 and 8 pm. Order online with code XGZ972Z or show the flyer below in the restaurant. Oak Hill receives 33 % of the proceeds! Thanks for your support! |
Free admission for all Chantilly pyramid students if you are wearing your school spirit wear and come with a paying adult. Some of Oak Hill's chorus students will be performing with the high school!
Federal Impact Aid Surveys
Each year FCPS receives approximately $3 Million federal Impact Aid grants based on the number of federally connected students that attend FCPS schools. To calculate these funds, FCPS uses the Student-Parent Federal Impact Aid Survey.
The surveys are to be completed online through ParentVue this year. The survey is now available on ParentVue. Once logged in, please select the “Online Packets” tab at the top, then select “Federal Impact Aid Survey” from the drop down menu. The deadline for online surveys is Monday, October 30.
For questions regarding the Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid, please call 703-329-7750 or email ImpactAid@fcps.edu or visit https://www.fcps.edu/impact. Additional information about Impact Aid programs and grants is available on the U.S. Department of Education's website at DoED Impact Aid Programs.
Have questions or need a ParentVue account? Contact Katherine Dillard, Student Information Assistant/Registrar, by email: kjdillard1@fcps.edu.
FCPS funds Lexia for all elementary and middle schools to use as part of their literacy instruction. Lexia is a computer-based program that supplements classroom instruction to help students develop literacy skills. It also provides teachers with the data to identify students who need additional support, and the ability to know which specific concepts and skills to prioritize. Attend an information night to learn more about Lexia and how FCPS is integrating it into the classroom. Parents/caregivers will also get tips for supporting their students at home.
Information nights will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on:
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Wednesday, October 18, at Thoreau Middle School (Cafeteria).
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Thursday, October 19, at Edison High School (Auditorium).
Register to attend or submit a question in advance.
Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
Thursday, 10/19 - 🧦 Wacky Socks Day 🧦
Wear wacky socks to think about your digital footprint!
Friday, 10/20 - 👒 🎩 Hat Day 🧢 🤠
Wear a "thinking hat" to remember to ask questions about what we see online.
Book Fair Hours:
- Wednesday and Thursday - 9:00am - 4:30pm
- Friday - 9:00am - 12:00pm
If you choose to make a purchase at the book fair, please note:
- We accept payment in the form of checks made out to Oak Hill ES, cash, credit cards and ewallet. We do not charge tax.
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Children must be accompanied by an adult to shop after school.
Please contact Melissa Dolenc (mrdolenc@fcps.edu) with any questions.
PTA generously stocked the Staff Lounge with snacks and drinks. Thank you! We appreciate it!
Mrs. Lahr, our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, will be conducting another virtual presentation on Monday, November 6th at 6:00 to discuss the Level IV screening process. The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the date.
AAP Deadlines
Thursday 12/15 Level IV Referrals due to Mrs. Lahr for students in grades 2-6. More information about the parent forms and process will be discussed at the presentation on November 6th.
Please contact, Mrs. Lahr, our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher at cclahr@fcps.edu with any questions.
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Fairfax County Public Schools will be holding the Dyslexia Open House on October 26, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031. This event is open to staff members and families who would like to learn more about dyslexia and how Fairfax County Public Schools supports students with dyslexia.
From 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. participants have the opportunity to visit tables set up with information from a variety of departments in Fairfax including the Office of the Ombuds, Office of School Psychology and the Office of Special Education Instruction. From 5:00 until 6:00 p.m. a variety of speakers will discuss the importance of dyslexia awareness and how to support your students with dyslexia. View the invitation. Register using this link.
FCPS' Food and Nutrition Services team will be rolling out improvements to the menu that better reflect the diversity of our student body and focus on fresh, healthy food. Learn about FCPS’ new menu options.
PTA General Meeting TONIGHT October 18th
Please join us in the Oak Hill cateteria tonight, October 18th, from 6:30-7:30pm for our first in-person PTA general meeting of the year. Bring your dinner from that evening's Chipotle fundraiser and help us plan our events for the 2023-24 school year.
PTA Reflections Contest
Do you enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos? Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with PTA Reflections!
This year’s theme, “I am Hopeful Because….” calls for your own unique interpretation through the arts.
Rules for the contest and the entry form are available on the Oak Hill PTA website. You can also view them on the Oak Hill website.
Deadline for student submissions: October 25, 2023 (at the Oak Hill Library)
Electronic Submissions: https://forms.gle/xnsH91sRxpWkX9x88
Problems Submitting or have questions? Email Jayasree Uppuluri at Jayasree.uppuluri29@gmail.com
Parent Volunteers Needed for Educational Programs!
We are seeking parent volunteers to supervise the Spelling Bee, First Lego League and First Lego League Jr., Math Kangaroo, and Science Olympiad Division B (5th-6th grade) programs. Please check our website for more info and to volunteer: https://oakhillpta.ptboard.com/sgnvw. For questions, please contact Srujana Kannekanti at firstvp@oakhillpta.org.
Join the PTA!
Your membership dues of $25 per family allow the PTA to offer school-based enrichment programs, plan fun family events, and support Oak Hill's staff. To join, visit our website: https://oakhillpta.ptboard.com/
Chantilly High School 11th Annual Haunted House
Saturday, October 28th. 1-5 pm (less scary). 6-10pm (for braver goblins). Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. More details are available at https://chshauntedhouse.com/
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In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- New School Lunch Menu Options
- Know FCPS’ Security Terms
- National Bullying Prevention Month
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
National School Principals Month
Head Start Awareness Month
National Dyslexia Awareness Month
LGBTQIA+ History Month
Disability History and Awareness Month
National Bullying Prevention Month
Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
10/18-10/20 Book Fair, Oak Hill Library
10/18 Chipotle Spirit Night, 4-8 pm
10/18 PTA meeting, Oak Hill Cafeteria, 6:30-7:30 pm
10/20 Chantilly Pyramid Football game, CHS, 7pm
10/23 Chantilly Pyramid Chorus concert, CHS, 7pm
11/1 Dia de los Muertos and All Saints Day
11/3 End of Quarter, Early release at 1:30 pm
11/6 No School, School Planning Day
11/6 Virtual AAP Level IV Screening Process Meeting
11/7 No School, Teacher Work Day
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