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Hornet Happenings

Week of October 14^th-18^th

It’s Digital Citizenship Week at Halley Elementary!  To recognize the importance of safety and responsibility when using technology we have incorporated a Halley Spirit Week!  A calendar of spirit week events was sent via your child’s classroom teacher’s newsletter.  At the beginning of the school year, every student at Halley in grades K-6 engaged in digital citizenship lessons to ensure a successful school year as it relates to digital technology.  We encourage all families to keep digital citizenship a priority during your regular conversations with your child.  Technology is all around us and our goal is to keep our students safe while exploring its vast variety of tools.

Our Halley PTO is hosting a Hornet Dine Out at Chipotle this evening from 5:00-9:00 PM.  Please look below in the section titled: PTO in the Know for details.

Let’s have a great week Hornet Nation!!

Paula Johnson-Tyler: Principal

Dee Hubbard: Assistant Principal

Celebrate the Educators Who Inspire Your Child!

Is there a teacher or staff member at Halley who has gone above and beyond to support your child's learning and growth? Now's your opportunity to show your appreciation.

We're accepting nominations for Outstanding Employee from October 14th to 31st. Nominate teachers and staff using this Google Form, https://forms.gle/akaitUJsQJ1zvGAT9 . You can submit a nomination for each category, you will just need to submit a new form for each nomination .

Whether it's a teacher who has fostered a love of learning, a school counselor who has provided invaluable guidance, or a support staff member who has always gone the extra mile, we want to hear about them.

Not sure which category would be the best fit? Don't hesitate to reach out to Nicole Kendall, Carol Poblete, or Jennifer Buchko for assistance. Let's come together to celebrate the incredible individuals who make Halley a special place.

Safeway Immunization Clinics for All FCPS Students 

Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations at Frost Middle School for all FCPS students at no cost on: 

-Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

-Monday, October 28, 3-7 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.

Elementary School Clinics

The Fairfax County Health Department will 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

🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:

• Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary School.
• Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle School.

Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

* Hornet Dine Out - October 16th, Chipotle,9447 Lorton Market Street, 5-9pm

* Craft Night:  October 17th, 6-8pm https://halleyes.ptboard.com/formvw?store=5259&form=4

*Movie Night: - October 23, 6-8pm https://halleyes.ptboard.com/formvw?store=5259&form=5

Parent volunteers are needed to help with these events. Visit the PTO website or Click here to sign up!

Clubs:

The PTO is partnering again with Magnus Academy and Overtime Athletics to offer after school clubs to Halley students, including chess club, Gaga Ball, and a run club. Click on the links below to sign up today.

Chess club (will run from 10/16- 12/11): Halley Elementary Chess Club Fall 2024 – Magnus Chess Academy   

Run Club or Gaga Ball (will run from 9/24-11/19): Overtime Athletics : Classes (leagueapps.com)

Parent volunteers are needed to help chaperone clubs! Click here to learn more and sign up.

Parent Grade Level Liaisons:

Join the PTO as a Parent Grade Level Liaison and help strengthen the bridge between parents, teachers, and the PTO.  Click here to learn more. 

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039  |  Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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