 Check out what is happening at Orange Hunt:
It was a bustling weekend for Orange Hunt students and families! We're proud to share that several of our students took part in the 6th-grade All County Chorus, showcasing their musical talents. Additionally, our students had the special opportunity to play instruments alongside Ms. Lynn for one of the songs in the performance. On top of that, our long-awaited Fun Run, rescheduled from the fall due to weather, finally took place this weekend. We had a fantastic turnout with many Orange Hunt students participating. We're excited to see even more join us in the fall for another round of fun! Way to go, Orange Hunt Owls!
Kindergarten Registration
We are starting to prepare for the 2024-2025 academic year. Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2024, are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall. If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Orange Hunt next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Lesley Hite, complete the new student intake form here to start the registration process: Kindergarten Registration
Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Orange Hunt. Feel free to pass this information along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-913-6800 to be added to our kindergarten mailing list. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this intake form. If preferred, you may request a mailed packet of registration forms by calling the office or emailing our registrar.
A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child. For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website
Unique Opportunity
We currently have places available in our rising 2nd grade German Immersion class for the fall – this is a very unusual situation as there is normally a waitlist. If your student enjoys learning German and you are interested in joining the program, please reach out to Lesley Hite at laakofiohite@gmail.com by Tuesday 7th May. Please feel free to share with families in FCPS who may be interested.
German Immersion Program: https://orangehuntes.fcps.edu/academics/german-immersion-program
Are you moving this summer?
If your family is moving away this summer, please complete and return this form to let us know that your student will not return to Orange Hunt in the fall: FCPS STUDENT WITHDRAWAL
Special Guest
We had the honor to host Science entertainer Jo Hecker on Friday. It was a special opportunity presented for us by the German Embassy. Jo Hecker is an engineer, author, and science journalist. With his science shows, he travels around the world, from Thailand to Alaska and Ethiopia to Siberia. He was able to share with our 1-6 German Immersion students. We hope he will be able to return to Orange Hunt in the future for all of our students. The student had a fun and engaging time!
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Spring SOL Information
The Spring SOL season is upon us. All students in grades 3-6 are expected to take the SOLs online this spring. Teachers will be working to prepare students with content and testing practice. As parents, please try to avoid scheduling appointments on these days and help them understand the test is just one data point. They should do their best but try to not get overly stressed about it.
The Orange Hunt Testing Dates will be as follows:
 **Make-up tests will be scheduled throughout the testing window for students who are absent on their initial testing date.
**Retests will be scheduled the week of May 28-31. Permission to retake is required if the student meets the retake criteria. Please see the permission explanation below.
SOL Parent/Guardian Permission to Retest Form
The Virginia Board of Education allows elementary and middle school students who fail their spring Standards of Learning (SOL) tests by a narrow margin to retake the test before the end of the school year. Retesting is available when a student fails their first SOL attempt with a score of 375-399. (A score of 400 is considered passing for SOL tests.) Note that retests are not offered for fall or winter Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) tests or for the integrated reading/writing (IRW) component of the grade 5 and grade 8 SOL reading tests.
Parent/guardian permission is required for the school to retest any student in grades 3-8. If you believe that your student would benefit from a second opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on the spring SOL test, please complete this electronic permission form. A decision not to allow retesting will not impact your student’s course grade or academic record.
Directions: Return this permission form electronically no later than May 1, 2024. A form must be returned for each student in grades 3-8.
Upcoming Events
May 3 - Orthodox Good Friday Teacher Work Day (Student Holiday)
May 15 - PTA meeting in person and Virtual
May 27 - No School Memorial Day
June 12 Early release Last Day of School
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FCPS Cares!
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Orange Hunt ES. We love our OHES staff members, let's tell them how we feel!
FCPS Parent Resource Section
FCPS May Webinars
May 10 - Apego: Creando una relación con mi hijo donde se sienta seguro y protegido. (presentado en español) Como ayudar a mi hijo a sentirse seguro en la relación que tiene con nosotros como padres. Cuatro de los retos más comunes que puede presentar mi hijo durante su desarrollo emocional. Estrategias para responder a estos retos sin afectar el desarrollo de un apego seguro. Regístrate para este evento Viernes, 10 de mayo de 2024 10 - 11:30 a.m Virtual
May 14 and 15 - Covid-19 (C19) Compensatory Services Partnership Between FCPS and Varsity Tutors Join us for an information session about a new partnership between Fairfax County Schools (FCPS) and Varsity Tutors. This partnership will provide students with disabilities an additional opportunity to receive compensatory education as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic in accordance with their IEP. Register for this event
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 10-11 a.m OR Wednesday, May 15, 2024 7-8 p.m. (choose one session) Virtual
May 17 - Meet the Author Series: The Breakthrough Years by Ellen Galinsky Child development expert Ellen Galinsky challenges widely held assumptions about adolescents and offers new ways for parents and others to better understand and interact with them in a way that helps them thrive.
Galinsky’s Shared Solutions Framework and Possibilities Mindset show you how to:
- turn daily conflicts into opportunities for problem-solving where both teens and parents feel listened to and respected
- encourage positive risk-taking in your child like standing up for themselves, making new friends, and helping their communities
- promote five essential executive function-based skills that can help them succeed now and in the future.
Join best-selling author, Ellen Galinksy, as she shares her latest research on raising thriving teens. Register for this event
Friday, May 17, 2024 10 - 11:30 a.m. Virtual
May 31 - Behavior Solution Series for Secondary Families: Taming the Teenaged Brain Navigate the rollercoaster of teenage emotions with our training on behavior strategies, tailored to support you at home during those challenging adolescent years. We will provide practical insights and proven techniques to foster understanding and communication with your teenager. Register for this event
Friday, May 31, 2024 10 - 11:30 a.m. Virtual
FAIRFAX COUNTY PROGRAMS
Fairfax County Programs Parktakes summer class registration is now OPEN! Families should register before May 3 to receive a discount on classes. Choose from a variety of options and formats.
Registration LINK Parktakes Online Magazine
The Fairfax County Health Department invites families to an engaging, free community event centered around healthy and active living! Healthy Together Fairfax will be held on Sunday, May 19th, from 12-3pm at Franconia Park. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/47skTux
SACC registration is now open for the 2024-25 school year and the Camp Fairfax summer program.
Fairfax County Government’s School Age Child Care (SACC) program provides fun, safe, and educational care for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Care is available before school, after school, and during school breaks in select Fairfax County public elementary schools and community centers.
MILITARY RESOURCES
Are you new to OHES? Military family? German Immersion family? Please contact Anne-Marie Balmaceda for any assistance with school transitions. acbalmaceda@fcps.edu
Your Partners In Education
We are in this together!! We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern. Thank you for your support and being part of our team!
Your Partner Principals,
Karen Tuttle kmtuttle@fcps.edu
Kate Austin kbaustin@fcps.edu
Heather Mathews HMMathews@fcps.edu
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Want To Be Involved?
Visit the Orange Hunt PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
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