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- Lunar New Year
- Black History Month
- Admin Chat
- Rising 7th Transition Meetings
- Kindergarten Registration
- News from the Family Liaison
- For Our Military Families: Military Matters
- PTA News
- Community Events
- Weekly Reminders
- Useful Links
- January 29 - February 4 Lunar New Year
- February 1-28 Black History Month
- February 3 - Admin Chat - In Person | 1:30 p.m.
- February 10 - 3 Hour Early Release | 12:20 p.m.
- February 11 - HES Spelling Bee (see PTA section below)
- February 17 - President's Day (No School)
Celebrate the Lunar New Year 2025,
the Year of the Snake!
Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese communities as well as and many others.
It is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar, which begins on Jan 29 this year. The number of celebration days with different names varies depending on the country. China’s Lunar New Year is known as the Spring Festival, or Chūnjié in Mandarin, while Koreans call the holiday Seollal and Vietnamese, Tết.
Lunar New Year is a celebration of community. During this time, families gather to eat feasts and practice cultural traditions. We encourage you to explore the following ways to learn more and celebrate Lunar New Year with your family. For more information, contact familyengagement@fcps.edu.
Check out these resources about the Lunar New Year below.
Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art
The Kennedy Center
Lunar New Year 2025
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Hayfield Elementary School will be celebrating all month long with highlights on our morning news show, displays around the building, and class discussions. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.
Please fill out this RSVP form so we know who to expect: Admin Chat RSVP Form
Our 6th Graders are preparing for their transition to Hayfield Secondary School. The following opportunities are available for rising 7th Grade families onsite at Hayfield Secondary School.
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Tuesday, February 4th, 6 – 8 p.m., Middle School Lecture Hall (snow date: Wednesday, February 12th)
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Friday, March 14th, 9 – 11 a.m., Middle School Lecture Hall (snow date to be determined)
You can find more information, including the 7th grade course catalog and a Virtual Curriculum Fair on the Hayfield Secondary School website.
It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for Kindergarten Orientation on April 1 at 9 a.m. Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Jailene Acevedo, our school registrar.
💻 Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. Parents/caregivers may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
🖥️ Free Webinars and Events for Families
In February, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host the following webinars and events for families:
Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.
Upcoming Family Academy Events
You are an important part of your child’s education! The Family Academy compiles FCPS classes, webinars, workshops, and programs to help you support your child’s needs and learning at home. Browse Family Academy offerings.
Marily Grotz, Family Liaison
Phone: 703-924-4553 Cell: 571-296-6011
Email: mgrotz@fcps.edu
Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm
Military Child Education Coalition - Free Parent Webinars & Podcasts
Developing Positive Coping Strategies Webinar
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 | NOON (EST)
It’s vital for military-connected children to develop positive copies strategies to navigate the unique challenges they face, such as frequent moves, deployments, and changes in the family structure. As parents, there are several ways you can guide and support your child in reframing difficult experiences and building resilience.
Click link to register: REGISTER NOW
The Power of Positive Childhood Experiences
Positive childhood experiences (PCEs) are foundational to a child’s healthy development and well-being. Listen
Resilient Youth
Resilience is often described as our ability to “bounce back” after being faced with challenges. Listen
Visit our YouTube Channel, Search a Specific Webinar Title or browse our full library of Webinars
Shelly Oberst, LCSW
Military & Family Life Counselor
Hayfield Elementary School
Cell: 571-386-7884
obersts@magellanfederal.com
February 11 - Spelling Bee, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Register Here
February 20 - PTA Meeting | 7pm | Library
Note that Bingo has been moved to Friday, March 28th!
 Today is the last day to sign up! Click the image above to be directed to the registration form.
 Stuff the Bus is a partnership between Fairfax County Government and local nonprofits. Now in its 14th year, Stuff the Bus continues to support food assistance efforts for families and households. Stuff the Bus has collected more than 220 tons of food to feed people experiencing food insecurity in Fairfax County.
Saturday, February 1
Lidl (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
9001 White Spruce Way, Lorton, VA 22079
To benefit Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC)
Safeway (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
7397 Lee Hwy, Falls Church, VA 22042
To benefit Food For Others
Giant (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
6364A Springfield Plaza, Springfield, VA 22150
To benefit Koinonia
Saturday, February 8
Giant (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
6800 Richmond Highway, Alexandria VA 22306
To benefit United Community
Visit the Stuff the Bus webpage for a full list of requested items.
Reading Opens the World Book Drive & Family Literacy Fair
Saturday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
On full school days, temporary transportation changes must be received by 2:30 p.m., no checkout after 3:00 p.m.
For two-hour early release, changes must be received by 12:30 p.m., no checkout after 1:00 p.m.
On three-hour early release changes must be received by 11:30 a.m., no checkout after 12:00 p.m.
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.
- Bring your ID when coming to the building.
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