September 20, 2024
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Dear Families,
It's been another exciting week of learning and community building at the Hollow! We kicked off the week with our 3-hour early release on Monday. This was an opportunity for our classroom teachers, special education and ESOL teachers to participate in the required training from the Virginia Literacy Act. Our students who needed to remain at school for childcare participated in reading, writing and math practice with other staff members. I am proud of our staff successfully providing an opportunity that was a safe learning environment for all our students.
Looking ahead, we have coming up our Trunk or Treat family event on October 30th. Please save the date as this will be a night filled with fun, treats and spooky activities.
Thank you for all you do to support Sleepy Hollow! Together, we are bulding a stronger community for our students.
In partnership,
Principal Vega and Assistant Principal Bermudez
FCPS Calendar
Save the Date!
- September 24 - PTA Virtual Meeting
- October 3rd - Rosh Hashanah Holiday, No School
- October 4 - Teacher Work Day, No School
- October 8 - Class Picture Day
- October 14 - Staff Development Day, No School
- October 21 - 3Hr Early Release Day, 12:30 dismissal
- October 29 - SHES PTA Meeting
- October 30 - PTA Family Trunk or Treat Family Event
- October 31 - Last day of Quarter 1, 2 hour early release, 1:30 dismissal
- November 1 - Diwali Holiday, No School
- November 4 - Parent Teacher Conferences, No School
- November 5 - Parent Teacher Conferences Virtual, No School
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School PTA
Why Join the PTA?
Being a PTA member is more than just a title; it’s a partnership that strengthens our school community. Your involvement is crucial to our success. Together, we can create a vibrant and supportive environment that benefits every child at our school.
Get Involved!
Become a PTA Member: Sign up to join the PTA and help us continue our impactful work. Join today! SHES PTA Membership
Principal Vega
Students to Be Surveyed on Social-Emotional Learning
FCPS is committed to supporting the mental wellness of all students. The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener helps our students share their perspectives on how their schools and communities support them and help them develop the skills they need to succeed.
The screener is offered to all students in grades 3 through 12 in the fall and spring. It addresses skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to plan programming for the division, schools, and individual students.
After each screening, results will be available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who don’t have a ParentVUE account. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
Families who wish to opt their child out may do so by completing the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or SIS ParentVUE. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact our front office.
Please note that the SEL Screener is not the same as the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey, which will take place later this fall.
Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:
- Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
- Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
- Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
- Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
- A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
- Alcohol or drug use.
- Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family.
- Thoughts of harming themselves or others.
If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact Dr. Cottle, our school counselor, to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.
CogAT One-Time Retake
Request Deadline
Students in grades 3-6 are eligible for a one-time retake of one of the ability tests: CogAT or NNAT. If parents would like their child to retake either of these tests, they must submit their request in writing to ouAdvanced Academics Resource Teacher, Ms.Diaz. Please note that this is a one-time opportunity for students. If you're interested or have any questions, please contact the school office for more information. All requests must be received by October 3rd.
We All Belong at School
Each one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school.
Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
 ✨ The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence
FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.
Our third goal is for all students to achieve academic growth and excellence. We want our students to have the academic skills to be successful. For example, making sure they are readers by third grade and taking courses that challenge them throughout their education will help prepare them for lifelong success. See how Goal 3 is being put into practice.
FCPS Trust Policy Supports
Caring Culture
Fairfax County Public Schools is proud of its caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families. The FCPS Trust Policy solidifies this commitment and aligns with Fairfax County Goverment's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. It ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. Please visit FCPS’ Trust Policy webpage to learn more about the policy and regulation in multiple languages.
Community Conversations
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🎤 Join Dr. Reid for a series of Community Conversations and share your feedback about our schools. Our upcoming events:September 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Newington Forest Elementary School
September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School
October 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Fairhill Elementary School
October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Virginia Run Elementary School
October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School
Register to attend: https://bit.ly/472s5Oa
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