FAIRHILL SIXTH GRADERS PERFORM AT FORD'S THEATER!
Hello Fairhill Families!
We are just over one week away from one of our biggest events of the year! Please join us Friday, February 23, 2024 for the Fairhill Cultural Heritage Night! This is a celebration of all of our Fairhill Families and the wonderful diversity they bring to the table. The fun starts at 6 pm and runs through to 8 pm. There will be a fashion show, starring Fairhill staff and students, as well as foods from around the world. Please see below and feel free to sign up. Enjoy this upcoming long weekend - Presidents’ Day on February 17.
Take care,
Ted and Courtney
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Congratulations Ms. Korb!
Faihill has been lucky to have Ms. Korb as a fantastic leader for the past six years. Good luck on your new career path as principal of Olde Creek Elementary School! We will miss you dearly!
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Welcome Denise Cash-Pinckney!
Please join me in welcoming Denise Cash-Pinckney as the Acting Assistant Principal for Fairhill starting on February 20, 2024.
Denise is currently the Multi-Tired Systems of Support (MTSS) Lead Teacher at Bailey’s Upper Elementary School and has over 20 years of teaching experience both domestically and internationally. Denise is passionate about student learning and as a military spouse, she is particularly focused on building strong connections with all our families and making our students feel welcome and connected to their school. Prior to her time as an MTSS Resource Teacher at Bailey’s Upper, she was the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher and a 4th grade teacher.
Denise is originally from North Carolina and is a family focused leader as a wife, proud mother, and grandmother!
Welcome to Denise!
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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Classroom Picture Day is coming!
 A Strawbridge photographer will be here at Fairhill to take classroom group pictures on March 13. Please click here and use the online code: FM418548 to order online. A paper envelope for in person orders will be sent home closer to March 13.
Register you rising Kindergartener today!
Looking to register your kindergartener at Fairhill Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year? Do you know a neighbour with a rising Kindergartener? Will they turn five years old on or before September 30, 2024?
Kindergarten registration packets are available in the Fairhill Front Office. Online registration will be available in April, but why wait? Feel free to drop by and pick one up. Please contact Alissa Salamone acsalamone@fcps.edu with any questions.
Time to order your yearbook!
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Yearbook sales are now open. Please click here for more information on how to order or scan the QR code. Once the window closes in March you will not be able to order one. |
Positivity Project - Weekly Character Strength: Love
WHAT does Love MEAN? You value close relationships with others and being close to people.
Click here for the full explanation of LOVE 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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February - Black History Month
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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, 6:00 to 8:00 PM
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March - National Women's Heritage Month
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Student Holiday, School Planning Day - No School, March 5, 2024
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Elementary Magnet School Lottery Registration Opens - March 5, 2024
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Classroom Picture Day - March 13, 2024
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Fairhill Basketball Game - March 15, 2024, Falls Church High School
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End of 3rd Quarter - March 22, 2024
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Yearbook Order Deadline - March 22, 2024
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Spring Break - No School, March 25 to 29, 2024
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Student Holiday, Teacher Workday - No School, April 1, 2024
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Student Holiday, Staff Development - No School, April 2, 2024
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Rising Kindergarten Orientation - April 2, 2024
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Elementary Magnet School Lottery Registration Closes - April 14, 2024
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FCHS Renovation Open House, Explore Our New Spaces
February 22nd 7-8:30pm
Tours start from School Cafeteria (park and enter at doors: 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Exciting news! We're excited to announce the completion of several new/renovated spaces in our building. The cafeteria, library, science/math wing, culinary arts, automotive tech, and STEM lab are now finished and eagerly awaiting the enjoyment of our students and staff!
Join us in commemorating this significant milestone with a community open house, inviting you to explore our recently unveiled spaces. Although there's still a lot of work ahead, we're thrilled to share the progress achieved with our community!
Gather in the new cafeteria for light refreshments, from there you can embark on self-guided tours. Our students and administrative staff will be stationed throughout the building, ready to provide details about the exciting new spaces. All are welcome!
Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Bailey’s Primary Elementary School,
Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.
Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.
🥁 Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps
 Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
 Click here for the Spanish flyer.
Here Comes the Bus
Want to know if your child's bus is on schedule or where the bus is? Here Comes the Bus® is an easy-to-use website and app that enables parents to see the location of their child’s school bus — almost in real time — on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer.
Parents can track multiple buses if their children don’t all ride the same bus; know exactly when children arrive at school or the bus stop; and receive customized text and/or email notifications about bus locations, schedule changes, or delays.
To get started, download the app from the Apple iOS or Android app store. Check out the Here Comes the Bus and Frequently Asked Questions webpages for more information.
Already using the Here Comes the Bus app? Send your feedback to HCTB@fcps.edu.
Note: eNotify text messaging will continue to be used for reporting bus delays and bus incidents.
 Click here for more information.
Fairfax County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all clubs and activities.
Disclaimer: Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.
INOVA Cares walk in sick clinic for children. Please click here for more information in English. Click here for more information in Spanish
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
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