October 24, 2024 Newsletter

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 10/24/2024 01:38 PM EDT

October 24, 2024

From the Principal’s Pen

Dear Laurel Hill Families,

It's hard to imagine that the end of the first quarter is next week! It's amazing to see how much learning has happened in such a short time. Our classrooms have been buzzing with activity, from exciting hands-on projects to lessons that get our students thinking in new ways while building strong foundational skills. We've already seen so much growth, and we hope you're hearing all about it at home. If you haven't had the chance to schedule a parent-teacher conference yet, keep an eye out for details from your child's teacher— these conferences are a Laurel Hill expectation and a valuable opportunity to discuss your child's progress thus far.

Next Thursday, October 31st, we will celebrate Book Character Day where students may dress as a book character for school. No masks please. It is also a two-hour early release, so we will dismiss at 2:05 pm. On Friday, November 1st, schools will be closed to celebrate Diwali, Dia de los Muertos and All Saints Day. Today is the South County Homecoming Parade! They will be traveling past Laurel Hill on Laurel Crest Drive around dismissal time. Please have patience during dismissal, especially in the Kiss and Ride line, and enjoy the parade!

Sincerely,

Janice Dalton, Principal

Addison Smith, Assistant Principal

Thmeaka Traylor, Assistant Principal

Save the Date:

October 31: Dress like a book character day & 2 Hour Early Release-School ends at 2:05pm

November 1: NO SCHOOL- Diwali

November 4-5: NO SCHOOL-Teacher Workdays

November 6: Virtual AAP information night

November 12: PTA Meeting 7pm Library

Parents Need To Know

Federal Impact Aid Survey - October 21st

You will receive a message through ENotify and Parent VUE on Oct 21st, 2024. Please be sure to sign in your SIS ParentVUE account to complete this important survey.

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.

FCPS uses the survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students. On October 21st, the survey will be made available to FCPS families. The survey is available online through ParentVue. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from their child's school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.

Diwali (Friday, Nov. 1): 🪔 We wish a fun Diwali to all celebrating! Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs & some Buddhists. The festival represents the symbolic victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.

All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos (Friday, Nov. 1):This week we recognize those in our community observing All Saints Day and Día de los Muertos. For Catholics, All Saints Day (November 1) celebrates all those who are with God in Heaven, known and unknown. All Souls Day (November 2), known in Mexico and Latin America as Día de los Muertos, is a day of remembrance and prayer for all those who have died, especially for the souls who may be in purgatory. These special days are celebrated by Catholics, Anglicans, and some Protestants throughout the world.

FCPS Employee Awards 2024-2025 Nominations

We are excited to invite you to join us in this year’s FCPS teacher recognition program! Do you know a teacher who goes the extra mile, inspires students, or brings a special spark to our school? Now is the time to show your appreciation and shine a spotlight on their dedication.

To nominate a teacher, just share a brief paragraph that explains how they stand out, using specific stories or examples that highlight their impact. The deadline for nominations is November 15th, 2024. Thank you for taking the time to honor the outstanding educators who make Laurel Hill such a special place. We can't wait to read your nominations and celebrate the incredible contributions happening in our classrooms every day.

Submit your nomination here: https://forms.gle/TS29HPZYsEE2Z69TA

FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of Laurel Hill Elementary.

📋 Permission Forms

Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed. Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. See how to use the tool.

LHES PTA

Please check out the NEW PTA newsletter. This is a great source for details for upcoming events and how you can support our school! If you have not yet joined the PTA, please visit https://lhes.givebacks.com/ and follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lhespta.

Amazon Teacher Wish lists

South County HS Homecoming, October 25

Thursday October 24, 4pm, Homecoming Parade. The annual Homecoming parade will leave the Flagpole in the front of the school at 4pm and roll through Laurel Hill Elementary before returning to the Flagpole by 5pm. Come cheer on our athletic teams, marching band, JROTC, class officers, and Homecoming Royalty Court in the parade!
Friday, October 25, 5-7 p.m., Pre-Game Tailgate. Join South County HS for pre-game festivities! Prepare your favorite pre-game snack and play games! We will also have a live DJ.
Friday, October 25, 7 p.m., Homecoming Football Game vs. CG Woodson HS.

Yearbook order form- Deadline 4/4/25, $21.00

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