Hunt Valley PTA News You Choose
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Thursday, Multicultural Night (school led) | January 30, 2025 | 6pm - 8pm
Reflections Artwork Display and Special Performance by Robin Rundquist - Vivian
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Spirit Night @ Panera Bread (West Springfield Rolling Rd) (code FUND4U) 4pm - 8pm
Friday, February 7, 2025
Science Fair, School Gym, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friday, February 28, 2025
Spelling Bee, School Cafeteria, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Wellness Fair (school led), School, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EVERY MONDAY
Spirit Night @ Eat Pizza (mention or type “Hunt Valley” in comment box) all day
EVERY TUESDAY
Spirit Night @ Papa Johns (code HVES4010) all day
A Message from the PTA President
Dear Hunt Valley Families,
Today is the end of the 2nd Quarter! We’re halfway through the school year! This Thursday, January 30, the school has planned an amazing Multicultural Night from 6-8pm. In addition, the artwork from the PTA’s Reflections Program will be displayed in the gym and there will be a performance by a professional storyteller Robin Vivian at 7:30pm.
The first annual Science Fair will take place next week February 7 during school hours, with a parent’s night open to families that evening from 6PM - 7:30PM. Come out and support the students presenting their projects. We have 45 projects which is a great turnout! Thank you to all that have signed up. Volunteers are needed. Here is the sign up if you’re interested: Volunteer Sign Up.
We currently have 2 judges for the Spelling Bee and we need 3! We are in need of one more judge for the bee happening on February 28, 2025 at 6pm. Please email our Spelling Bee Coordinator, Casey Trull, at SpellingBee@huntvalleypta.org, if you’re able to support this event.
We've now compiled a full list of positions for the PTA that we'll need to fill for the 2025–2026 school year. We must fill the President and Treasurer role to have a PTA. The chair positions must be filled if we are to continue to hold the same great events next year. Please reach out if you're able to help support your PTA. If you were the chair this year and would like to continue next year, please let us know so we can mark that position as filled.
If you need anything, please reach out to President@huntvalleypta.org or info@huntvalleypta.org.
Sincerely,
Iris Stoyanov
Hunt Valley PTA President
New Date for Multicultural Night with Special PTA Add-Ons
Hunt Valley First Annual Science Fair!
If you would like to volunteer, please sign up: Volunteer Sign Up
LAST WEEK TO REGISTER: Hunt Valley 2nd Annual Scripps Spelling Bee
Register your child for the Scripps National Spelling Bee at Hunt Valley! The 2025 Hunt Valley Scripps Spelling Bee is open to all Kindergarten - Grade 6 students and will be held at Hunt Valley Cafeteria on Friday, February 28, 2025, 6:00–8:00 p.m. All interested students must register in advance for the Bee and will receive a word study list. The winner will advance to the Fairfax County Spelling Bee.
Register here: https://forms.gle/nVwaKyHUjTukgpkf9
Please encourage people to enroll! Last year we had roughly 30 participants.
Have 29 students registered. Can we exceed last year’s number? Final day to register is Jan 31, 2025.
Questions: Email spellingbee@huntvalleypta.org
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Hunt Valley’s First Garden Club!
Sponsored by Mrs. Rafle (Kindergarten teacher). She was spotlighted at the December PTA meeting and the slides can be found on the PTA website (hvpta.ptboard.com/activity). If your child (Grade 3 - 6) is interested in joining the Garden Club, submit the registration form by January 31, 2025. The forms will also be in the take-home folders.
 
Volunteers Needed for the following events
The chair positions must be filled if we are to continue to hold the same great events next year. Please reach out if you're able to help support your PTA. If you were the chair this year and would like to continue next year, please let us know so we can mark that position as filled. We do not want to assume that you will continue next year :).
HVES Book Swap Coming Soon!
When: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
What: Each student is invited to bring in school-aged books in good condition they want to donate and they will be able to take a “new” book or two home the following week
How: Classrooms will sign-up and walkthrough the tables during the school day
Collection Dates: February 24 - 28. Bins will be placed outside the school doors and there will be bins inside the school lobby for students to drop off
Need More of: Chapter books, grades 4 -6 level reading
Not Accepting: Textbooks, religious books, cookbooks, encyclopedias, dictionaries, activity books
Volunteers Needed: Sort books and support day of event. Sign-up coming soon
Questions: Kate Johnson at kJohnsonk@gmail.com
HVES PTA’s Amazon Affiliate Link
EARNINGS TO DATE: $19.99
Support Hunt Valley PTA with Your Amazon Shopping! Use the PTA’s Affiliate Link for your Amazon purchases: https://amzn.to/4dpxoJX
Every purchase you make through our link sends a small commission our way, helping us fund fun events, educational programs, and so much more for our amazing kids. 🎉🎓
It’s simple:
1. Click on our Amazon Affiliate Link (https://amzn.to/4dpxoJX)
2. Shop as you normally would.
3. Feel great knowing you’re contributing to a better school experience for all our students! 😃
Thank you for your support and happy shopping! Let’s make every purchase count! 🏫💛
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Join the PTA!
PTA memberships are available for purchase in our online store only for $10! A digital PTA member/student directory is included in the membership price. Teachers and Staff get a $5 discount off in-person spirit wear purchases.
Remember, your PTA membership goes to support students and staff in many ways! Email info@huntvalleypta.org with questions.
School Directory Information: COMING SOON!
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General Information & Communication
Volunteer Opportunities
We depend on our parent volunteers!
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Please use the QR code below or reach out to our PTA Volunteer Coordinator, Sarah Tinsley, at volunteer@huntvalleypta.org to join the mailing list for volunteers.
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The following positions are still open for the 2024-2025 school year. You do not have to do it alone. Grab a friend and be a powerful team with the help of a PTA Board Member as your Champion:
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● Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week (May 5-9, 2025)
● Spring Fling (May 16, 2025)
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PTA Website!
Check out our new PTA website if you haven’t done so already. For those that need it, the school code is: KB63B8. It is designed to make staying up-to-date with latest events and being involved easier than ever! Our site features a user-friendly interface with everything you need most in one place:
● Event Calendar: Sync PTA events and FCPS holidays directly to your personal calendar so you never miss out.
● Volunteer Sign-Ups: Easily find and sign up for volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule.
● Student Directory (coming soon): Connect with other families and classmates through our secure online student directory in which only paid members have access, making it easy to arrange playdates, birthday party invitations, study groups, or just stay in touch.
● Announcements: Stay updated with the latest news and important information from the PTA.
Account creation is required to access full features. Visit our new website today (https://hvpta.ptboard.com/) and explore how we’re making it simpler for families to engage and support our school community!
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If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to info@huntvalleypta.org.
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Official Hunt Valley PTA Facebook Group
Join the Hunt Valley PTA Facebook Group to stay updated on the latest events, volunteer opportunities, important announcements, and shoutouts celebrating amazing moments. Our group is a space for parents, teachers, and staff to connect, collaborate, and support each other in creating the best learning environment for our students. Follow us for real-time updates, tips, and ways to get involved in making our school community even better!
Hunt Valley Elementary Parents Facebook Group
You are invited to join the unofficial Facebook group for the Hunt Valley community, Hunt Valley Elementary Parents. Please note that anyone who requests to join, including someone added by an existing group member, must answer the membership questions and check the box indicating agreement to abide by the group rules. If your membership has not been approved, this is likely why; check your Facebook messages (you may have to dig around for the section for messages from non-friends) for assistance from an admin. Please note that this group is not sponsored by the school or the PTA!
PTA Loves Our Local Business Sponsors!
The PTA is proud to announce that we have received a new sponsor. They want to support the PTA, Hunt Valley Elementary, and the Hunt Valley Community. Our newest sponsors include:
● Peraspori - If you love and appreciate real, pure cold pressed extra virgin olive oil and olives, shop at Peraspori that get it shipped directly from Greece to Virginia. They are also sold in a local shop in Bon Air, VA. If you are passing by, stop by and support.
● Brian Huber Realtor, Samson Properties - Contact Brian Huber if you are in the market to buy or sell a home. He is an experienced Realtor and Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE). His average days on the market is 9 days and for 98% of list price.
Thank you for your continued support!
● Arceli Brown from State Farm - Contact Arceli Brown for your home, auto or any insurance needs.
● Waverly Der from Elite M.A. Burke - Contact Waverly Der, the Program Director, if you’re interested in having your kids learn lasting life skills through martial arts. They teach self-confidence, respect & manners, goal-setting skills, self-defense skills, strength & fitness. Also check out their afterschool program at their facility.
● Dianna Carr from Be Well Health Coaching - Contact Dianna Carr if you are interested in having a health coach, personal trainer, learn about nutrition and strategies to become a better, healthier version of you.
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For more information on each of the sponsors, you can find their marketing material on the PTA Website at https://hvpta.ptboard.com/school/cm?mid=6805.
Help us find more business sponsors to support the PTA
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As a Hunt Valley PTA Sponsor, for only $250, the contribution will directly benefit our students and school community, helping us continue to provide enriching experiences for everyone. The business will receive the following benefits:
● Recognition in Our Weekly Newsletter
● Acknowledgment at Monthly PTA Meetings
● Visibility and Invitation to All PTA Sponsored Community Events
● Tax Deduction
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Our goal is to receive 10 corporate sponsorships this year. Help us achieve our goal! If you are interested in finding sponsors or becoming a sponsor and supporting the Hunt Valley PTA, please contact us at info@huntvalleypta.org
For more info, visit the Hunt Valley Elementary School PTA website
If you have comments or suggestions for this newsletter, email President@huntvalleypta.org
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