Quarter End/Lunar New Year/Teacher Work Day
Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the second quarter. It is a full school day.
Wednesday, January 29, is Lunar New Year and a teacher workday. There will be no school for students.
See the complete school year calendar and employee calendar.
SIS ParentVUE End-of-Quarter Closure
The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4 p.m. to Tuesday, February 4, 6 a.m.
Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.
The Middle School Transition Matters Newsletter: Elementary Families Edition for Winter 2024-25 is now available! This edition is designed to foster curiosity, self-awareness, and career readiness in elementary students. It provides practical tips and activities to help families connect daily activities to real-life experiences.
Highlights from this edition include:
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Incorporating Transition Planning: Ideas for weaving transition planning into family discussions and routines.
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Building Self-Awareness: Strategies to help children discover their interests and skills through engaging activities and meaningful conversations.
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Increasing Career Awareness: Introduce career concepts using videos and family outings.
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Connecting Life Skills to the Real World: Practical ideas for teaching life skills at home that build connections to job and daily living skills.
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Developing Pre-Vocational Skills: Activities that encourage task completion, routine-following, and collaborative efforts within the home.
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Engaging Local Resources: Tips for utilizing Fairfax County resources, including community organizations, library programs, local events, and family volunteer opportunities.
- One dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis) given at age 7 or older.
- One dose of Meningococcal Vaccine (MenACWY, Menactra, or Menveo) given at age 10 or older.
- Two doses of HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents or guardians’ sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. FCPS does not require opt-out documentation for the HPV vaccine.
 
Upcoming Events
Poverty Awareness Month, now - January 31
January 31 - Silent Auction opens online
February 7 - Bingo Night
February 12 - Taco Bamba Restaurant Night
Poverty in America Awareness Month
Join the Bush Hill Food Drive this January during Poverty in America Awareness Month to make a meaningful difference in our community! Together, we can combat food insecurity by providing essential support to local families in need. Your contributions—whether non-perishable food items or toiletries —will go directly to helping neighbors facing challenging times. Let’s come together as a community to show compassion, raise awareness, and take action.
We are still collecting items through Friday!
A simple donation of gently used clothing, non-perishable food, or household items can provide crucial support to someone in need. Your generosity can be the difference between despair and hope for someone facing hardship. By donating today, you’re not just giving items—you’re offering dignity, compassion, and the promise of a better tomorrow. Every contribution matters, no matter how big or small.
There are two donation bins - one station at the front entrance to Bush Hill, the other station is near the SACC entrance. All Donations will go to the Capital Area Food Bank and Alexandria Community Shelter.
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Congratulations to Avery B for advancing in the 2024-2025 PTA Reflections Art Contest! |
Avery's Art Expression, Girl with Imperfections, will now compete at the Virginia State level. Your creativity, talent, and dedication to the arts have truly shined. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment and cannot wait to see how your journey continues.
Additionally, we recognize all students who submitted entries to the Reflections Art Contest.
-Talia T
-Trevor R
-Ariana T
-Avilea W
-Kennedy H
-Ryma P
-Emma H
-Lucia S
-Delaney W
-Anjali S
-Kiera G
-Joury G
Keep inspiring us with your amazing and courageous artwork—your passion and talent are making a difference!
STEM enrichment program starts this week...last chance to register!
Our last enrichment program starts this week with STEM exCEL, Tuesday and Friday mornings. See the flyer below and register asap!!
BSTEM Introduction to Game Design (starts 1/31)
Fridays 7:50 AM - 8:50 AM
Grade levels: 1-6
Price: $160
Register for Game Design
  Silent Auction & Bingo Night
The online portion of the Silent Auction starts THIS Friday, January 31 and goes through Thursday, February 6 at midnight! Browse and bid on online items and pre-order Bingo cards and food for Bingo Night here: http://app.givebacks.gives/bhauction2025
Bingo Night doors open 6:00 pm on Friday, February 7. Bingo starts promptly at 6:30pm. Avoid long lines by coming early! Grab some food (pizza, popcorn & water), check out our spirit wear, and bid on exclusive live auction items (themed baskets, teacher lunches & more)!
We are looking for volunteers to help make Bingo Night a great night!
See Signup Genius link: Bingo Night Volunteer Signup
Please see sign up links below, if you are willing to donate send the item to their classroom or the front office by January 31.
Pre-K: Beach Day
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278875-prek#/
K: Movie Night
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278581-kindergarten#/
1st: Candy & Sweets
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278684-1stgrade#
2nd: Baking
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278723-2ndgrade#/
3rd: Warm & Cozy
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278758-3rdgrade#/
4th: Outdoors
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278791-4thgrade#/
5th: Game Night
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278814-5thgrade#/
6th: Spa at Home https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-54278858-6thgrade#/
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20% off all Valentine’s Day orders plus FREE shipping using your unique code FUNDRAISEBUSHHILL. Hurry—this offer is available until January 28!
  
Please consider volunteering! Sign up here for Family Science Night
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0845ADA922A1FDC43-54669753-bush
Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families
This month, families with children who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year.
Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. They will be distributed by schools this month to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE.
The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our schools and staff are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS on our webpage or contact your child’s school.
Understand Executive Function Milestones, Challenges, & Implement Effective Strategies at Home for Children in Upper Elementary (3-6)
February 7, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Discover how to support your child’s executive function skills in our webinar series. We will present information on understanding your child’s developmental milestones, recognizing signs of executive dysfunction, and implementing effective strategies to support their learning at home and in school.
Register Here
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Comprendiendo el Trama en su Hijo
(presented in Spanish: Understanding Trauma in Your Child)
February 14, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Aprendemos sobre el Trauma en este semanario de web de 3 partes y sobre los diferentes tipos de trauma, las respuestas naturales y los efectos que esto puede tener tanto en los niños como en los padres y estrategias que los padres pueden usar para apoyar a sus hijos.
Register Here
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FCPS Risk Prevention Series: Part 1 Risk Prevention
February 18, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Review how FCPS Risk Prevention processes and procedures support a safe and healthy school community. Learn about risks assessments when a child expresses threats of harm to self and threats of harm to others and/or demonstrates concerning behaviors. Families and caretakers will be provided practical information and strategies to support building factors for those in their care.
Register Here
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Nurturing Adolescent Growth: Part 4 - Supporting Mental Health: Recognizing and Addressing Anxiety and Depression in Teens
February 21, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for Part 4 of our Teen Series with Dr. Unnatti Jain, a Certified Behavior Change Expert / TEDx speaker / Author / Keynote speaker who studies behavioral patterns. Dr. Jain will help caretakers and families be able to identify mental health symptoms, enhance communication skills, and explore professional and self-care strategies.
Register Here
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SibShops
February 22, 2025
10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
For children grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools. An opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs. Share sibling experiences, while receiving peer support. Enjoy games and have fun!
Sibshops: Located at Sully Community Center, 13800 Wall Road Herndon, Virginia
Register Here
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FCPS Risk Prevention Series: Suicide Prevention – Supporting Your Child
February 25, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
This session will equip caregivers with the knowledge and skills to identify signs of suicidal ideation in their children and respond effectively to these crises. Caregivers will learn how to respond if they learn or observe that their child may be experiencing thoughts of suicide. This session will provide practical tools and strategies to help caregivers navigate these challenging situations with compassion and confidence.
Register Here
Never Miss a Show! Subscribe to the Fine and Performing Arts Calendar
Take a look at the Fine and Performing Arts calendar on FCPS’ website for individual listings of many middle and high school theater events. You may also subscribe to the calendar for notifications of upcoming performances.
 
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