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Wolf Pack Community,
On Monday, our custodians were recognized through the FCPS Cares Program! You may not have known, but just before school started, we had a water leak that impacted over 20 rooms at Oak Hill. Our custodial team, with the help of Plant Operations, started working right away on the extensive clean up that was required to open the building for students on the first day of school. We are so grateful for their dedication to Oak Hill!
Read the whole story here: https://oakhilles.fcps.edu/features/ms-gonzales-ms-lozano-mr-bang-and-ms-ayala-rosa-recognized-fcps-cares-month-recipients
 Mr. Bang, Ms. Lozano, Ms. Gonzales, and Ms. Ayala Rosa are the Summer CARES recipients!
In partnership,
Kelly Durso, Principal
Cali Loewenberg, Assistant Principal
Digital Citizenship Week
Digitial Citizenship Week at Oak Hill is October 11th-18th ! Students will be learning and discussing digital citizenship topics such Being Kind Online, Finding Balance, Making Good Choices Online, Standing Up to Cyberbullying and Understanding Our Digital Footprint.
Thursday, October 17th- “Leg Day”- Wear workout clothes! As good digital citizens it’s important to know, we can stand up to bullying wherever we go. Lace up your shoes and throw on your sweats, cause standing up to cyberbullying is the best idea yet!
Friday, October 18th- Awesome Sock Day! Let’s Sock-cessfully secure our digital footprints online! We leave tracks when we travel online, so let’s rock awesome socks and wrap up Digital Citizenship week feeling fine!
 Digital Citizenship Week
On the Digital Equity and Inclusion website, families can learn how to:
- Find Free WiFi
- Borrow a Computer
- Visit Fairfax Access Locations
- Take Free Tech Classes
- Sign up for an ACP Internet Discount
Families can access the Media Balance and Wellbeing Toolkit to support the healthy use of technology. FCPS will continue leading efforts to promote a positive culture of media and technology use, supporting both students and their families.
Join Us for "This Is Us", celebrating Oak Hill's community and Culture.
When? This Friday, October 18th, 6-7:30 PM!
6:30-7:30 PM - Cultural Booths in the gym representing the following cultures/countries: Nepal, Azerbaijan, Taiwan, Ukraine, Peru, Slovakia, South Africa, China, Iraq, and Iran
7-7:30 PM - Cultural performances in the cafeteria.
The PTA will have pizza and drinks available for sale. We are also excited to have Kona Ice available in the parking lot for the duration of the event.
Advanced Academic Program News
Thank you to those families that attended the September AAP Presentation on the Continuum of Services. You may access the slide deck from the presentation here.
On October 21st, Mrs. Lahr will be conducting another AAP Presentation (in-person) for families in Grades 2-6 on Full-Time Services. The content of this presentation will focus exclusively on the referral and screening process for Full-Time Services. Second grade families are highly encouraged to attend. If you wish to join us at this presentation, please RSVP here.
October 21st 2:15-3:15: AAP Parent Presentation Grades 2-6 (in-person) on applying for Full-Time services.
December 15th: Full-Time referrals due Grades 2-6. No late referrals will be accepted.
If you have additional questions, please contact Mrs. Lahr at cclahr@fcps.edu.
Please join us at Chantilly Air and Space Chick-fil-A ((3454 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, VA) on for Spirit Night on Tuesday, October 22nd, from 5-8pm. You must show a digital or paper copy of the flyer below when placing your order or use code OAKHILLES on the app. Oak Hill will receive 20% of the profits.
Free Webinars for Families
In October and November, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:
- Supporting siblings of children with disabilities.
- Helping students organize their schoolwork.
- Benchmark Advance, the new K-6 language arts curriculum.
- Ways to engage with your children in mathematics.
- Transitions from school to work and adult life for students with disabilities.
Sign up for the FRC newsletter to learn about their latest offerings or visit their webinar webpage.
Free Immunizations for All FCPS Students
Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations for all FCPS students at no cost! Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment and provide consent for their student(s). The immunization clinics are being held at Frost Middle School, 4101 Pickett Rd. Fairfax, VA 22032, on:
- Monday, October 28, 3 to 7 pm
Students under the age of 19, with a scheduled appointment and parental consent, must be accompanied by their parent, guardian, or another adult over the age of 19. 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 in order to provide consent.
Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.
The Fairfax County Health Department will also provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.
News from PTA
PTA General Meeting Notes:
The PTA General meeting was held on Oct 9th, 2024. We had a total of 10 participants. Our thanks to the parents and staff who joined us for the meeting and for the great discussions for the future.
This is Us:
“This is Us - Celebrating the Oak Hill’s Community and Culture” is scheduled for October 18, 2024 from 6 to 7:30 pm. Join us to see students celebrate their cultural heritage via performances and cultural booths. We will have concessions and the Kona Ice food truck. Looking forward to seeing you!
National PTA Reflections Contest:
Calling all creative kids and supportive parents! The PTA Reflections Program is here, and it’s your chance to shine in dance, film, literature, music, photography, or visual arts. The theme this year is "Accepting Imperfection". Learn about the Reflections Contest here. Applications and rules are also available in the Oak Hill Office and in the library. Mrs. Dolenc will collect the entries in the library. All entries are due by December 1st.
Spelling Bee:
We are excited to announce our upcoming Spelling Bee competition! This event is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their spelling skills and enjoy some healthy competition. We encourage all students from grades 1- 6 to participate, as this is a wonderful chance to build confidence, enhance vocabulary, and develop public speaking abilities. See more detail about Spelling Bee general FAQs. Important Timelines: Registration will open soon via PTBoard with deadline: January 15,2025.
Preliminary School /Grade Rounds: February/March 2025 (format tbd).
2025 Fairfax County Spelling Bee: March 23rd, 2025. For any additional information or queries, please reach out to firstvp@oakhillpta.org.
 Chantilly High School Haunted House Event – Saturday, 10/26
Mark your calendar for one of our local area’s favorite fall events - the Chantilly High School Haunted House! Along with the Haunted House, there will be games, face painting, and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers Field Hockey, Girls Soccer & Girls Lacrosse programs. Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door). To order your tickets, use the QR code or log on to www.CHSHauntedHouse.com
Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers.
This School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. Also, new menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? Nutrition Services now has printable menus.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Learn About Lexia for Literacy
- Schools Win Exemplar Awards
- Upcoming Community Conversations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Upcoming Calendar Dates
October 22nd - Spirit Night @ Chick-fil-A on Air and Space Drive, 5-8 pm
October 28th - 3 hour early release @ 12:30
October 30th - Monday specials today, no Wednesday specials this week
October 31st - End of Quarter, 2 hour early release @ 1:30 pm
November 1st-5th - No School for students
1st- Holiday- Diwali/All Saints Day/Day of the Dead
4th - School Planning Day
5th - Teacher Work Day
November 27th - 29th No School, Thanksgiving Break
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