Spring Hill ES Panther Press


A Note from Principal Briggs

Pep Rally


Dear Panther Families,

It is hard to believe that February is upon us.  We ended the first semester with a fun-filled  pep rally. We celebrated the first half of the year, reviewed expectations, and had students speak to their Portrait of a Graduate Skill that they have focused on this year.

I am so proud of how many students participated in our Rise Against Hunger fundraiser.  Almost 60% of our students participated and we raised over $8749, which provides over 19,000 meals!  I look forward to seeing many of you at the meal packing event tomorrow. 

As always, thank you for your continued support of Spring Hill ES. 


Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs


Panthers are Punctual

punctuality

We realize the  scramble to get to school on time can be stressful.  However,  students who do not ride the bus  and arrive after the bell will be marked tardy. Please remember our bell rings at 8:50 am.  Students miss important morning announcements and community building when they arrive late.  


Student Safety Corner

Safety

Keeping our students safe is our number # 1 priority.  Please adhere to the following:

  • Kiss & Ride is only from 8:30-8:50am. After 8:50am you must park your car in a parking spot and walk your child to the front office. 
  • The Hamlet is not a designated Kiss and Ride drop-off/pick- up location.
  • The front driveway is for Buses only. 

Thank you for your cooperation.  


Upcoming Dates

  • February 1-29  Black History Month
  • February 9-      General PTO Meeting
  • February 10-    Chinese New Year
  • February 17-    Bids for Kids
  • February 19-    President's Day (no school)
  • February 22 -   Spelling Bee (4-6) 2:30 pm, cafeteria

FCPS School Year Calendar for 2023-24


Valentine's Day

As Valentine’s Day is approaching, I wanted to review our school safety guidelines regarding celebrations/activities.  Each grade level is permitted three themed celebrations per year, (Fall Festival, Winter and End of Year).  Grade levels are permitted to have a small Valentine activity in honor of this holiday.  However, as was shared earlier in the year, there will be no balloons or food (of any kind) permitted. 


A Message from PTO

Grateful Hearts – Put Your Heart on Display and Treat Our Staff on Valentine’s Day!

This Valentine’s Day, let’s blanket Spring Hill with hearts of gratitude to show our amazing teachers and staff how much we care! For $5, the Spring Hill PTO Staff Appreciation Committee will handwrite your message on a heart-shaped note for the teacher(s)/staff member(s) of your choice and provide them with a delicious Valentine’s Day treat!   Handwritten hearts go on sale Wednesday, January 24!  Don’t delay…get your hearts today!

 

Bids For Kids 2024 – Lights, Camera, Auction!

With all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, we are rolling out the red carpet to help support Spring Hill during our Bids for Kids Lights, Camera, Auction silent and live auctions!

Adults-only LIVE AUCTION Party – February 17th, 2024: Dress to impress and celebrate our Spring Hill community at our adults-only glitz and glam-themed LIVE AUCTION party on Saturday, February 17th, from 6 pm to 10 pm at the McLean Community Center. Raising a paddle not your thing? That’s OK - join us anyway for nibbles, cocktails, DJ’d dancing, a 360° photo booth, LIVE AUCTION and more! A great night out with friends new and old. This event is not limited to Spring Hill parents – invite your crew to buy tickets to join you for a fun night out supporting a great cause!

Click here to purchase your tickets for the adults-only LIVE AUCTION party on Saturday, February 17th!
 


Online Silent Auction – February 10th – 17th, 2024: You get to bid from the comfort of your home! Preview the online auction catalog by clicking here!


Looking to volunteer? Click here to join the Bids for Kids cast and crew!

Fun Fair 2024 – Help Put the FUN in the FAIR!


Mark your calendar for March 16, 2024 when our school building will be transformed into a carnival, bringing our community together to support the school. This tradition includes games, raffles, face painting, prizes, cotton candy and so much more!

Get involved in this highly anticipated annual event! We need help organizing and preparing the activities and infrastructure that make this event so terrific. Click the button below to view the list of volunteer opportunities and sign up to be part of the FUN! There's lots you can do to help - before, during and after Fun Fair on March 16th! 

Click here to help put the FUN in Fun Fair!


2024-2025 New Student Registration

School Year  24-25 registration at Spring Hill Elementary will be open for new students on Wednesday, Jan. 17. If your student is applying for Dual Language Immersion lottery or Magnet school lottery, please let registrar know. You can start registration process by entering student’s information in New student Registration Intake Form. 


Order your Yearbook Now!

Spring Hill Yearbooks are on sale now.  The cost for a yearbook is $ 25.00 payable online only to Lifetouch.  Don’t miss your opportunity to have your panther memories for years to come.  Orders must be received by March 22, 2024.   We will not be ordering extra yearbooks, so if you want one, order now! 

Yearbook Ordering link:  https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/

Yearbook ID Code: 12616524

Direct link: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/LookupJob?jobNumber=12616524



FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

  • FY 2025 Proposed Budget
  • Here Comes the Bus
  • Instruction 2 Industry Career Events
  • District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
  • Calendar Reminders
  • News Tips Needed: Black History Month

 

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.  


Celebrating Cultures at SHES


We are so fortunate to have so many students from all different backgrounds at Spring Hill. We would love if you and your child could share more about your heritage with us. Our goal is to have your child share this information on our live morning news show for students and teachers to view. Please fill out this brief form with your student(s) to share your culture with us!


Join Our Team

team

We are looking for one additional person to serve our school community. 

We are looking for a Dining Assistant and Kindergarten Assistant for the rest of the 2024 school year.  

 Please contact Boutia Pourhashemi at bpourhashemi@fcps.edu if you are interested.


Cafeteria Volunteer Sign-Up

We welcome parents to come volunteer in the cafeteria to support our students! If you would like to volunteer, please  Sign-up  so we can plan on your help! Thank you to all who help us!