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On behalf of our entire Fort Hunt staff, we wish everyone a safe and restful Thanksgiving break beginning next Wednesday. We are so thankful to work alongside such amazing students each day and to watch them grow.
News from the Fox Den
November 22, 2024
A Message from Ms. Consolla
Next week is a holiday for staff and students from Wednesday, November 27- 29. Monday and Tuesday are full days of learning for our students, and we are excited to welcome them! Some grade levels are finishing up units in math and taking their unit assessments before they begin new learning right after the break. Please be sure that you are sending your children to school every day, unless they are sick, so they can benefit from the great learning happening every day.
The holiday season can be both joyous and stressful for families. There are many events and traditions to juggle while still making sure you are taking care of your daily needs. Should your family need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to Jenny Baker, our school social worker. She has extensive knowledge about resources in our community that can help.
I will be joining my family over the break to give thanks, and will be counting this community as one of many blessings. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to lead this amazing staff and to serve you and your children. I hope that you enjoy a safe and warm holiday.
As always, thank you for your partnership with us at Fort Hunt.
Jean
Jean Consolla, Principal
jtconsolla@fcps.edu
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Thanksgiving Break
We will have a full day of school on Monday and Tuesday next week. Schoolwide attendance factors into our school accreditation, so we appreciate seeing our students at Fort Hunt each day. The office will be closed Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. We will see everyone back at school on Monday, December 2 at 8:45am.
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Picture Day-December 4
There will be a make-up Picture Day on the morning of Wednesday, December 4. If you missed the picture or are requesting a re-take, please complete the form sent home in the Wednesday folder. Our Office Team can assist with any questions.
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School Boundary Review
As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.
Fort Hunt is in Region 3. The meeting to learn and share input for our region will be on Monday, December 9 at 6:30pm at Mount Vernon HS.
Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
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Literacy Resources for Families Webpage
A new Literacy Resources for Families webpage has been published to the external web to provide families with information about how to support their children with developing literacy knowledge and skills at home. It provides valuable information about the reading and writing resources to be used at home, the VALLSS, Reading Plans, guidance for Parent Teacher Conferences, and training available through the Family Academy.
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❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather
We actually saw snowflakes on Friday which mean winter weather is HERE! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon
One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices.
The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.
In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.
Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact us.
Register for ParentVUELearn how to activate your ParentVUE account, so you can easily access your child’s results and other helpful information.
Stress Less, Enjoy More. Reducing Stress and Increasing Happiness: A Webinar for Families
Kids and families are under stress from so many sources, and they are suffering as a result. Achievement pressure, time pressure, social pressure, and uncertainty about a rapidly changing world are eroding the health of our youth. But it doesn’t have to be that way!
Well-known parenting expert, psychologist and author (and FCPS parent) Dr. Heather Tedesco will show you:
- The surprising ways stress shows up in kids
- The power parents have to reduce stress (in our kids and ourselves)
- How we can nurture happiness and build psychological strength in our kids long-term
- Specific strategies to stress less and enjoy more
December 6, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.
Register Here
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What's For Lunch?
If you're looking for what's on the menu, visit the menu here . More information about meals in FCPS can be found here. Families can add money to their child's account at My School Bucks.
Families may join their child for lunch on Fridays. You can read about it in our handbook.
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Important Times
Arrive on campus: 8:30am
Kiss & Ride: 8:35-8:55am
Doors Open: 8:35am Tardy Bell: 8:55am
Dismissal Bell: 3:40pm
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Important Dates
Wed, Nov 27-Fri, Nov 29 | No School for Students & Staff-Thanksgiving
Tues, December 10 | Winter Music Concert at 6pm for Advanced Band & Strings students at 6pm in our gym.
Saturday, December 14 | Holiday Craft Marketplace & Pancake Breakfast 9-11am
Sun, December 15 | AAP Parent referrals for Full-time services due 11:59pm
Winter Break: December 23 through January 5
You can access the full 2024-2025 calendar here.
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Get Involved with your PTA
Consider becoming a member of the Parent Teacher Association at Fort Hunt. It's a great way to connect with other parents, learn about how to support your child and to have fun! There are many ways where you can share your voice, talents and time. Check out the PTA website for more information.
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Parent/Guardian Handbook
Do you have questions about attendance or food/drink at school or what students can wear? If so, please check out our Parent/Guardian Handbook on our Fort Hunt website. It's available with translations. Click here to access it. Of course, if you have a question about a situation that is not listed, reach out to your child's teacher or an administrator.
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Your Partners in Education
We are honored to work with your family this year and will work everyday to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us when there is a question or concern, especially related to bullying. As a parent, you will often hear about something before staff might. Thank you for all your support.
Jean Consolla, Principal
jtconsolla@fcps.edu
Patty Settel, Assistant Principal
pasettel@fcps.edu
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