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- Updated Transportation Information
- Don't forget your ID!
- SCA Spirit Week
- SCA Warming Tree Donations
- Gift Card Donation Drive
- Cold Weather Clothing Assistance
- Boundary Review Community Meeting
- Full-Time Advanced Academics Referrals (students in grades 2-6)
- News from the Family Liaison
- For Our Military Families: Military Matters
- PTA News
- Useful Links
- December 6 - PTA Holiday Market/Spirit Wear Sale TONIGHT!
- December 10/11 - PTA Spirit Night at La Fiamma
- December 16-20 - SCA Spirit Week
- December 17 - PTA Spirit Night at Crumbl
- December 18 - Last Day for Gift Card Donation Drive
- December 19 - Last Day for Hayfield Warming Tree Donations
- December 20 - Last Day to retrieve items from Lost and Found
- December 23 - January 3 Winter Break (No School)
Effective January 6, 2025, on two-hour early release days, temporary transportation changes must be received by 12:30 p.m. and students may not be checked out after 1:00 p.m.
On three-hour early release days, temporary transportation changes must be received by 11:30 a.m., and students may not be checked out after 12:00 p.m.
And as a reminder, on normal school days, temporary transportation changes must be received by 2:30 p.m., and students may not be checked out after 3:00 p.m.
Temporary transportation changes must be made through the online transportation form.
As it gets closer to dismissal time, it is very challenging trying to reach teachers for last minute transportation changes, and safety is our number one concern as we want to be sure that we are sending all students home in the correct way. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
We are happy to see you and glad when you come to attend a program, volunteer, or have lunch with your child. Please remember to bring your ID with you EACH time you come to school. This is a safety and security issue and, even if you are here on a regular basis, we still need to see an ID each time. Thank you for understanding and helping us to keep everyone in our building safe.
 The Student Council Association (SCA) Warming Tree is set up near the front door of Hayfield Elementary. You may send donations in with your child for them to deliver to the tree or stop in the front office to drop off items during school office hours. Donations can also be brought to the PTA Holiday Market tonight.
It is hard to believe that we are nearing the holiday season already! We know that this time is exciting for many but can also be very challenging and stressful for some families within our community. In the past, we have been able to support many of our Hayfield families during this time due to the kind donations from our community! On November 18th, we began collecting donations for gift cards to big box stores/grocery stores (ex: Walmart, Target, Aldi, Giant, Amazon) until December 18th. Please send in any donations with your student in an envelope marked “Holiday Donations” to be given to your student’s teacher or dropped at the front office. You may also bring donations to the PTA Holiday Market tonight.
We will ensure these donations go to support our direct community and support our families in having a very happy holiday season! We appreciate you all so much as you help us make this a memorable season for all of our Hayfield community.
Thank you,
Hayfield Elementary School Counselors
 If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, you may call the school office at (703)924-4500 and ask to speak with Mr. Herston Phillips, Social Worker, or email Marily Grotz, Family Liaison, at mgrotz@fcps.edu. You may also contact Koinonia which is a non-profit organization that supports families in our community. For families outside Franconia/Springfield area, you may contact 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.
Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review are taking place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on Thursday, December 12, 6:45-8:15 p.m., at Annandale High School (Cafeteria). If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.
Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available.
For parents interested in referring their child for full-time AAP services, the following documents need to be submitted to AART Avery Rothman (agrothman@fcps.edu) on or before December 15, 2024. Late submissions cannot be accepted.
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Full Time Referral Form - REQUIRED (Translated Versions Available)
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Parent Questionnaire – Optional, but Recommended (Translated Versions Available)
- A Maximum of 2 pages of work samples (digital scans) - Optional
- Additional testing information – Optional
Submitting a referral form for full-time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of trained professionals will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for full-time placement. Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted, after they have been turned in for central selection, by emailing Avery Rothman (agrothman@fcps.edu).
Please see the Full-Time Services Checklist for Families for further guidance, and contact Avery Rothman (agrothman@fcps.edu) with any questions.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.
Free and Reduced Meals (FRM)
Be sure to apply (and reapply annually) for Free and Reduced Meals (FRM) especially if your financial situation changes during the school year. It's important to keep a copy of the award letter for future reference which will be necessary to apply for scholarships to camps. FRM can also make students eligible for discounts on school fees, tuition waivers for camps through FCPS, Neighborhood and Community Services, and the Park Authority.
Ways to Give Back - Department of Family Services
The Department of Family Services needs your help during tax season! Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a program through Fairfax County that offers free Income Tax preparation. Volunteers are needed to help individuals and families who made less than $67,000 in 2024 prepare their taxes in spring 2025. Some experience preparing taxes is recommended and additional training will be provided. You can have a big impact! Last year, volunteers helped secure a total federal tax refund amount of $2,888,787 across 2,151 returns. Learn more about the VITA program. Sign up now or contact DFSVITA@fairfaxcounty.gov to volunteer.
Fairfax County Park Authority
Winter class registration began Tuesday, December 3. Save $8 if you register by December 13. Check out class offering in the Parktakes catalog and find registration information HERE.
Family Resource Center (FRC) webinars for families:
December 13, 2024 10-11:30 a.m. - Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online
December 20, 2024, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. - Youth Mental Health First Aid (in-person course)
January 10, 2025 10-11:30 a.m. - Help! My Kids Won’t Go To School!
A roadmap to help parents unravel the underlying causes of their child’s school resistance. Parents will learn how to take care of themselves in the heat of the moment and how to set supportive boundaries at home. In addition, families will discover key facts and root causes for school refusal.
Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage. If you register you will receive a recording of the presentation even if you cannot participate in the live webinar!
Marily Grotz, Family Liaison
Phone: 703-924-4553 Cell: 571-296-6011
Email: mgrotz@fcps.edu
Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm
Upcoming Events – Mark Your Calendar
HES Event:
10 Jan. 2025 – Military Families Pizza Night
5pm-7pm, HES Cafeteria RSVP Here
Come on out for a night of Pizza & Family Fun! Compliments of the PTA.
Fort Belvoir Holiday Events:
Gingerbread House Contest
Grab your supplies and get ready to decorate. Challenge yourself & enter the Belvoir Library’s Gingerbread House contest. All Ages.
- Drop off: Now-Dec. 13 between 11am-5pm
- Voting period: Dec. 16-20th
- Winners announced: Dec. 27th
Winterfest and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Kick off the winter season with holiday cheer, snowball fights, loveable characters, and a tree full of sparkles to carry you into the New Year!
December 7th 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Brunch with Santa
Santa Claus is coming to Fort Belvoir! Get ready to indulge your taste buds and strike a pose with jolly old Saint Nick.
December 14th 10 am - 12 pm
Quantic Holiday Events:
December 9th - Family Photos with Santa
6pm-8pm, 24010 Montezuma Ave. Quantico, VA
Join us for family photos with Santa. Registration Required.
December 13th - Teatime with Mrs. Claus
6pm-8pm, 24010 Montezuma Ave. Quantico, VA
Bring the little ones to hear stories read by Ms. Claus while sipping on hot chocolate & tea and munching on cookies. Registration Required.
December 17th - North Pole Market
6pm-8pm, 24010 Montezuma Ave. Quantico, VA
Children ages 6-12 will receive USO Bucks for each of their family members who are military dependents. They can use their USO Bucks to pick out gifts for family members and even wrap them on-site. Registration Required.
December 18th - Santa Paws Photo
6pm-8pm, 3049 Bordelon Street Quantico, VA
Bring your beloved pet for a photo-op with Santa and let them enjoy a special treat. Registration required.
Shelly Oberst, LCSW
Military & Family Life Counselor
Hayfield Elementary School
Cell: 571-386-7884
obersts@magellanfederal.com
Holiday Market Tonight!
Reminder that the PTA Holiday Market will be tonight Friday, December 6, 2024 from 5:30-7:30pm. Check the sign up on the Hayfield PTA website to see what time slots are still open for shopping. Volunteer shopping assistants are still needed. This is a great opportunity for teens who need volunteer hours. Email questions to holidaymarket@hespta.com.
This is the perfect time to bring in your donations of gift cards to big box stores and grocery stores to support Hayfield families as well as donations for the SCA Warming Tree.
Spirit Wear
New spirit wear will be available for purchase at the Holiday Market tonight December 6th. We have new designs this year; 3 styles of t-shirts, a hoodie, pajamas pants, and baseball hats. Limited quantities are available, shop early for best availability. The online store will open with the remaining items following the Holiday Market. Questions? Email: spiritwear@hespta.com
Spirit Nights
- December 10/11 - PTA Spirit Night at La Fiamma
- December 17 - PTA Spirit Night at Crumbl
Family Skate and Dance Night
Celebrate the holiday in style by wearing your brightest, most festive sweater (or holiday outfit) of the season! Make the season bright by taking laps around the skate floor with friends and family at this Holiday and Ugly Sweater Family Skate and Dance Night.
Have an evening of fun and enjoy music by the live DJ, refreshments and fun decorations. Tickets cost $10 for everyone (skaters, dancers, spectators and chaperones).
Remember to bring your own skates. Please note that outside food and drinks are not permitted. Park in the lower parking lot and enter through the gym door. Drive past the front of the Rec Center — the gym doors and the parking lot will be located to the right.
Registration: Register Now
6601 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA , VA, 22310
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