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- Calendar
- Solar Eclipse
- Lexia Parent Night
- Eid al-Fitr
- Joe Romano Assembly
- School Library Month
- Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
- SCA Elections
- College and Careers Month
- Month of the Military Child
- National Arab American Heritage Month
- Muslim American Heritage Month
- Autism Acceptance Month
- News from the PTA
- News from our Family Liaison
- For Our Military Families: Military Matters
- April 10 - Eid al-Fitr (No school)
- April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night; 5-7 p.m.
- April 17 – Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast; 8:30 a.m.; Purple Up! Day
See the complete school year calendar
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A solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon, and one that requires important safety reminders.
Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. At Hayfield Elementary school, we have been able to collect approved eyewear so that students can safely view the eclipse ONLY while wearing the eyewear.
Here are some important reminders:
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Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce it at home.
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Regular sunglasses are not good enough. We will be providing eyewear that has been approved for viewing.
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Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m. If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.
For more details, visit the FCPS Solar Eclipse webpage.
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Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade.
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In Islam, Eid-al-Fitr is a three day festival to mark the end of Ramadan. Muslims dress in new clothes, give charity, and pray in congregation. Eid is celebrated with the exchange of presents and delicious food with family and friends. Read more at Britannica.com.
Tuesday, April 9, has been designated as a half-O day. Half-O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. Wednesday, April 10, is an FCPS holiday and all schools and offices will be closed. See the complete School Year Calendar.
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Thanks to our PTA, all students enjoyed an assembly today with Joe Romano. Joe presented the book, "Books the Magic is Real". Families have the opportunity to purchase this book at www.SmileBookFun.com. If you choose the option to "buy as part of a school group", our school will receive $3 for every book sold.
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In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth. Watch this video to learn how FCPS librarians make a difference. Please take a moment to thank Ms. Ergler for all she does to support our students, staff, and community! |
 There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.
💻 Try Online Registration
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.
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Attention: Any 4th or 5th grade student interested in becoming an officer for the SCA next year can campaign for one of our SCA officer positions.
4th Graders can run for:
Second Vice President
Historian
5th Graders can run for:
President
First Vice President
Secretary
Campaigning rules - each candidate may create one poster (google doc or slide), which will be viewed by all Hayfield Elementary School students who are eligible to vote (currently in grades 3, 4 and 5). Students are welcome to talk about their candidacy in their classroom morning meetings. No other campaigning is permitted so the process is fair to all.
Simply share your Google doc or Google slide with SCA advisor, Mr. Pitts.
All posters must be submitted by April 8.
More information about what the SCA does, what each officer would be running for, and a detailed 2024 SCA spring election timeline can be found by going to the All Students: Hayfield Elementary School folder in Schoology and then clicking on the SCA 2023-2024 folder or by emailing Mr. Pitts at adpitts@fcps.edu.
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To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.
Flipgrid link:
https://flip.com/ae62a73a
Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!
College and Career Week April 22nd-26th
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April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families. |
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FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the remarkable history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. |
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Muslim American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, culture, and an enhanced understanding of the diverse population of Muslim Americans. View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Muslim American Heritage Month. |
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April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students. |
Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:
hayfieldespta.ptboard.com
facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA
instagram.com/hayfieldespta
Dates to Remember:
April 8th: Deadline to register for Spring After School Enrichment
April 12th: Military Families Pizza Night
April 12th: Deadline to order additional yearbooks*
April 16th & 17th: Restaurant Night: Delias
April 17th: Military Families Coffee & Breakfast AND Purple Up Day!
April 18th: PTA Meeting
April 26th: Career Night
*Every student at HES will receive one complimentary yearbook. The link provided above allows families to order additional yearbooks if they wish.
Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events & Dates
April is Month of the Military Child!!
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April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night
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April 17 – Change of Date Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast (Sign Up Below)
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April 17th, “Purple Up” Day – Purple Up for Military Kids
Wear your Purple FCPS T-shirts & Purple everything to celebrate Military Kids.
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April 30th, Shining Stars Day – Military Kids are Shining Stars
Wear Stars, Bright colors, and anything that Sparkles to Honor Military Kids.
Military Families Pizza Night
April 12, 5-7:30pm
HES Cafeteria - RSVP by April 10th
Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, purplestar@hespta.com or
Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, obersts@magellanfederal.com
https://forms.gle/7eNFwR4kRvsZTRe7A
New Date!!
Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast
April 17, Parents 8:30am, Students 8:45-9:15am
HES Cafeteria, - RSVP by April 15th
Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, purplestar@hespta.com or
Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, obersts@magellanfederal.com
https://forms.gle/6NyaNA6NrvYuBwrQ8
Where Were You Born? Where Have You Lived? Student Form & Maps
Check your child’s Thursday Folder for a fun worksheet & maps. Have them fill it out, color their maps & bring them back to school for everyone to see. Military kids are so adventurous. Let’s show off all the cool places they’ve lived. Please ask me or your teacher for more form & maps if needed.
Military-connected Student Slideshow & Family Photo Display Wall
April is designated as Month of the Military Child & Hayfield Elementary School wants to celebrate our military-connected students. Throughout April, your child’s photo will be displayed on the wall and/or featured on a slideshow. Sending photos -
Electronic photos:
Please send electronic photos to our HES Military Family & Life Counselor, Shelly Oberst – obersts@magellanfederal.com. Electronic photos should be submitted in jpeg format as an attachment to your email.
Traditional photos:
Photos should be given to homeroom teachers. Here is the Link to the photo template and it is also on the HES website home pg. under “April is Month of the Military Child”
Rock Garden- Military Kids Rock
Let’s create a “Military Kids Rock Garden”. Your child may paint a small rock at home & bring it in to be displayed outside in Rock Gardens around the school. Children can paint their rock any way they want including purple (Purple Up for Military Kids), patriotic colors, etc.
Shelly Oberst, LCSW
Military & Family Life Counselor
Hayfield Elementary School
Cell: 571-386-7884
obersts@magellanfederal.com
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