 Check out what is happening at Orange Hunt this week:
We had a wonderful celebration for Orange Hunt's 50th anniversary! The event was filled with joy and community spirit as we came together to mark this special milestone. Attendees enjoyed fantastic music, explored artifacts from our school's history, and, of course, shared a delicious cake to commemorate the occasion. It was a beautiful day of reflecting on our school's rich past and looking forward to many more years of excellence. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day unforgettable! An extra special thank you to our PTA and in particular to Ms. Dreyer for helping to organize this event.
A Special Guest
We were honored to have a special guest, Springfield District Supervisor Pat Herrity, join us to celebrate Orange Hunt's 50th anniversary! Supervisor Herrity recognized our school’s incredible milestone with a formal resolution, highlighting the impact Orange Hunt has had on our community over the past five decades. It was a meaningful moment that added even more significance to our celebration. Thank you to Supervisor Herrity and everyone who made this event a memorable one!
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FCPS Strives to Become Purple Star School Division to Support Military Families
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid, who is from a military family, has established a goal for FCPS to become a Purple Star Division — with 100% of our schools earning their Purple Star Designation — by the 2026-27 school year. Virginia’s Purple Star Designation recognizes schools for excelling in their support of military-connected students.
The division has 69 current Purple Star Schools and expects approximately 33 schools to earn or renew their Purple Star status this year. Read more about our Purple Star Division plan.
Orange Hunt Elementary School is a Purple Star School!
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🗓️ Calendar Reminders: Rosh Hashanah/Teacher Workday
Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed for Rosh Hashanah.
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is one of Judaism’s holiest days. Meaning “head of the year” or “first of the year,” the festival begins on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, which falls during September or October. Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in the Yom Kippur holiday, also known as the Day of Atonement.
Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday, and there will be no school for students.
Health Room News
It’s October and the Health Room will be conducting Hearing and Vision Screening for all Kindergarteners, 3rd graders, and any students new to the county. If you have questions, please call the health room at 703-913-6810.
Immunization Clinics
Does your child need school-required immunizations? If so, please check out the options below.
Free Immunizations for All FCPS Students
Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on:
- Tuesday, October 8, 3-7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic .
Yearbooks Now on Sale
Yearbook now on sale! Use the link or QR code to purchase by December 31 for the early bird discount price of $16.00. Price increases to $20.00 on January 1, 2025.
Buy the Orange Hunt Yearbook
School ID Number: 724530
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Want to learn more about Lexia® Core5 & Lexia® PowerUp? Join Lexia® Learning for a parent information night to learn how FCPS is using Lexia® Core5 and Lexia® PowerUp in classrooms across the district to support students' Literacy growth. Topics to be covered during this session include: What is Lexia Core5 and PowerUp and how do the programs support your student's individual learning needs? How does Lexia support teacher planning and instruction? Also included are extra tips for supporting your student.
For more information, contact Theresa Lieteau.
October 15, 2024 6:30-7:30
November 19, 2024 6:30-7:30
December 5 6:30-7:30
Register Here
Spirit Days
Friday, October 11: Orange Hunt, Orange and Blue day
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Parent University October 7th Sign up now!
 Links below: October 7th
Parent University RSVP
Parent University Babysitting Service
Early Release Monday's for Orange Hunt 12:30
October 21
November 18
February 10
March 10
April 21
May 12
PTA Events & Activities
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After School Club Registration
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Registration is open for after school clubs: STEM exCEL Computer & Coding, Art Club, STEAM Art Club, RunFitKidz, Chess Club, and Kinderchor! We also have Overtime Athletics available on early release days.
- Chess Club is in danger of cancellation. We need just a few more students to register in order to offer the club. Please consider joining this great activity!
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- Art Club on Tuesdays also has many openings for the fall session of Comic Book Illustration
Fall Festival
The leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and it's time for our much-anticipated Fall Festival! Mark your calendars for a night filled with fun, food, and festivities on Friday, October 18th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
At our festival, attendees will delight in unlimited games, savor the sweetness of cotton candy & popcorn, get creative with crafts, enjoy treats, and dance the night away with music and a silent auction.
Admission: $10 per person and children 3 and under free with a $40 max per family. Cost for admission will increase at the door! Orange Hunt Elementary School staff and their families are $5 per family member. Each admission includes a wristband for unlimited games. The games are carnival themed and have prizes galore!
Food available for purchase: (Limited food will be available for purchase at the event. If you want to guarantee food, please preorder!) The food trucks this year will be Bratworks and 7 Starr BBQ for hot food options for purchase, as well as the frozen cotton candy truck. The food options the PTA will be providing are listed below. Food prices will be higher at the event so order now so you can ensure your family is fed!
Pre-order and Pay for Admission here or visit our website https://orangehuntpta.org select 'My Account' then 'Make a Purchase or Join PTA'.
And there's more! We're inviting our wonderful community of parents to contribute to this event's success. If you can donate, lend items, or volunteer your time, your support will truly make a difference.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0549AAAB2FA1FE3-50922208-fall#/
Donate for the Silent Auction:
For the safety and enjoyment of all, students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Visit the Orange Hunt PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
Laternenfest, 11/14 at 6:30pm
Everyone is welcome to join in this wonderful German tradition! Sign up by October 23rd to receive lantern supplies. We are also looking for volunteers and donations. Please visit: https://orangehuntpta.membershiptoolkit.com/laternenfest
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Pyramid Challenge Fun Run
Pyramid Challenge, 11/16 from 10-12:30
This is a FREE fun run open to all students from the elementary schools in the West Springfield High School pyramid. The run takes place at Washington Irving Middle School. Race length and start times vary by student grade. Registration closes on October 15th.
https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Springfield/WestSpringfieldPyramidChallenge
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Family Liaison Corner
Benchmark Advance: the New K-6 Language Arts Curriculum
Join us for an overview of the new K-6 language arts curriculum. This will include background information regarding the Benchmark Advance and how this program is organized to ensure evidence-based literacy instruction for all K-6 students.
Webinar Highlights:
- What is evidence-based literacy instruction?
- What is The Benchmark Advance and its cross-curricular units?
- Provided scaffolds and supports for students with disabilities
Join the FCPS Instructional Services Department and FCPS Office of Special Education Instruction for this important webinar.
October 8, 2024, 6:30-8 p.m.
October 9, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.
Register Online
Math is Everywhere! Talking to Your Children about Mathematics
Join the FCPS Elementary Math Team to discuss ways to engage your children in mathematics.
During our time together we will highlight books, games, and other materials that assist you in talking about mathematics with your child throughout the day.
Teaching math to your children doesn’t have to be intimidating. This webinar will provide concrete examples for caregivers with ideas to spark math joy.
October 18, 2024, 10-11:30 A.M.
Register Online
Contact Ann Marie Balmaceda, our Family Liaison Orange Hunt ES for help. acbalmaceda@fcps.edu
Outstanding Employee Awards
Help us recognize the outstanding employees at Orange Hunt!
Outstanding Employee Awards Nominations will be open beginning October 18th and will end on November 1st. Nominations are accepted for the following roles:
- Outstanding Teacher
- Outstanding New Teacher
- Outstanding Principal (principal only)
- Outstanding Leader (includes Aps)
- Outstanding Professional Employee
- Outstanding Operational Employee
Stay tuned for the link to the Google form to make your nominations for our outstanding employees!
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Upcoming Events
October 3 - Holiday Rosh Hashanah No School
October 4 - Teacher Workday - student holiday
October 7 - AAP Parent Information Meetings - 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. More information to follow.
October 14 - School Planning Day - student holiday
October 21 - Three-hour early release - students dismiss at 12:30
October 31 - Two-hour early release - students dismiss at 1:30
November 1 - Student Holiday
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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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