TIGERS IN THE SNOW!
Hello Fairhill Families!
This week is a short week with our 2 hour early release on Thursday. Thursday is also spirit day - wear bright colors and our student holiday is on Friday. But it’s also a special week as our PTA Bingo is on Thursday, from 6 to 8 PM! Please plan to join us in the cafeteria for this fun filled event to end our 2nd quarter of the school year!
See you all then!
Ted & Courtney
BINGO IS BACK!
Help Needed!
Please consider volunteering to assist with Bingo Night by signing up here. You can also help by donating prizes (new/unused toys or gently used books) which can be dropped off in the bin located in the Fairhill front office.
Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night
 Come join the fun at Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night! It's a special celebration where we learn about and enjoy the different backgrounds of the people in our community.
Get ready for an amazing event that highlights amazing traditions from all around the world. Come try a variety of delicious foods and enjoy a fashion show starring Fairhill students and staff!
Save the date! The fun happens on February 23 from 6pm to 8pm. We want you to be part of the excitement! If you like sharing your culture, talents, or cooking skills, you can join in. Everyone is welcome! Bring a dish that represents where you're from. Interested? Sign up here.
Don't miss out on this chance to have a great time, learn about different cultures, and make awesome memories. Keep an eye out for more details on how you can be part of Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night!
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Click here for more information and how to participate, or sign up using the QR code.
Click here for the Spanish flyer.
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Attendance Matters
Many of our youngest students miss 10 percent of the school year—about 18 days a year or just two days every month. Chronic absenteeism in kindergarten, and even preK, can predict lower test scores, poor attendance and retention in later grades, especially if the problem persists for more than a year. Do you know how many young children are chronically absent in your school or community? Click here for more information and here for more information in Spanish.
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Positivity Project - Weekly Character Strength: Social Intelligence
WHAT does Social Intelligence MEAN? You think about other people’s thoughts and feelings.
Click here for the full explanation of SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE and what it means in terms of P2 in the classroom.
We will continue to be a Positivity Project Partner School. Click here for Spanish. Learn more about it here.
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Save The Dates:
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Spirit Day - Wear Bright Colors, January 25, 2024
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End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release, January 25, 2024
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Bingo Night - January 25, 2024, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
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Student Holiday, Teacher Workday - No School, January 26, 2024
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February - Black History Month
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PTA Meeting - February 8, 2024
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Dual Language Immersion Programs Application Ends - February 15, 2024, 4:00 PM
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Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day - No School, February 19, 2024
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Fairhill Cultural Heritage Night - February 23, 2024
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The PTA will treat teachers and staff to lunch on February 13th. Want to help out? Sign up to provide drinks or desserts or make a donation. Lunches are a great way to show our appreciation and contribute to strong morale!
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FCPS Dual Language Immersion Program
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs opened on Monday, January 22. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion programs for the 2024-25 school year. Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting. Meetings are held at the school site. Check the FCPS events calendar for updated information. Meetings began on Tuesday, January 16.
One virtual meeting hosted by the World Languages Office will include general program information. Access to this virtual meeting will be made available on the FCPS events calendar and the Dual Language Immersion registration site on the day of the meeting.
Get more information on the immersion program webpage and registration page.
Important Contact Information
Fairhill Phone Numbers:
• Health Room 703-208-8110
• Cafeteria 703-208-8121
Administration e-mail addresses:
• Principal, Ted Cooper: egcooper@fcps.edu
• Assistant Principal, Courtney Korb: cbkorb@fcps.edu
For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language icon in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language. Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.
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