9-6-24-Panther Press

3rd week

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we settle into the third week of school, I'm delighted to share the wonderful experiences our students have been having. Our classrooms are buzzing with excitement as students dive deeper into their learning journeys.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to our dedicated teachers and staff for their unwavering commitment to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Their passion and enthusiasm are evident in every interaction with our students.

Thank you for your continued support of our school. Together, we are creating a positive and enriching experience for all.

Sincerely,

 

Amy Briggs

Calendar Reminders

September 13-PTO meeting & Parent Coffee, 9am

September 20th- Block Party, 5:30pm

September 23-Early Release Monday #1

Oct 3 - No School (Rosh Hashanah)

Oct. 4 -No School (Teacher Work Day)

2024-25 FCPS School Calendar


PTO Meeting & Parent Coffee

Please join us on Friday, September 13th at the FIRST PTO MEETING of the school year!  It will start at 9 AM in the Spring Hill Cafeteria.

Following the PTO meeting, there will be a Parent Coffee with Principal Briggs, who will share important curriculum updates surrounding the new Virginia Literacy Act. 

So, grab a cup of coffee and a sweet treat with us and learn more about what's happening this year!
Literacy Act

News from our PTO

  1. Join the PTO and stay informed
  2. Donate to the Panther Fund
  3. Volunteer with the PTO
Block Party

WHAT: 9th Annual Spring Hill Back-to-School BBQ Block Party
WHEN: Friday, September 20th at 5:30 PM
WHERE: Spring Hill Parking Lot - by the large playground

Get together with friends new and old for an evening that will be a hit for the whole family. From catered food by Mookie's BBQ to DJ'd tunes and games by Bach to Rock, there's something for everyone!

You MUST have a ticket to attend.  Don't delay - click the button below to buy yours today! 

Click Here to Buy Your Block Party Tickets!
Please help make Block Party a huge success!  Click on the button below to volunteer!
Click Here to Volunteer at Block Party

 

NEED HELP KEEPING YOUR KIDS’ THINGS OUT OF THE LOST AND FOUND?

 

The Spring Hill PTO has partnered with Mabel's Labels to make labeling easy for you. Plus, when you purchase from Mabel’s Labels, the PTO receives a portion of the proceeds. It’s a win-win!

 

To ensure that our PTO gets credit for your labels, please do one of the following – (1) click on this link (and bookmark the page); (2) click the "Support a Fundraiser" link on the Mabel’s Labels Home Page and enter “Spring Hill Elementary School PTO (McLean)” in the search bar; OR (3) enter “Spring Hill Elementary School PTO (McLean)” at checkout in the Support a Fundraiser bar. 

 

Thank you for your support!    


  • 🩹 Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your health care provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

  • A health care provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
  • A health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
  • A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

  • 🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

 


Kiss & Ride Reminders

Below are the guidelines we ask you to follow to keep everyone safe at arrival and dismissal.

(8:30-8:50am & 3:35pm)

•Drop your child off only in the Kiss and Ride traffic pattern. Do not drop your child off on Lewinsville Road or  or other areas around the school/neighborhood.

•Pull your car forward as far as possible in the line.

•Make sure that your child exits your car on the building side only. It is NOT okay to exit your car. 

•Do not pass other cars in line.

Do not use the bus access lane in front of the school.


FCPS Cell Phone Policy

📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade levelwith your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our 703-913-6800.  

Grades K-6

  • Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Cell phones may be used on campus before and after school only.
  • Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
  • Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency.
  • With the approval of the principal or their designee, teachers may allow usage of cell phones for instructional activities where they are the most appropriate tool; however, one-to-one FCPS devices should meet most needs.

📑Family Handbook

Please take some time to review our Parent Handbook. We wanted to provide our families with this resource as it will help assist you with pertinent information in regards to the 2024-2025 school year. 


Student Lunch

Online payment for student fees and school store items are available through the MySchoolBucks School Store. This online payment service provides a quick and easy way to pay for school-related purchases. You will be able to pay for a variety of school fees using credit/debit cards or electronic checks.