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February 12th's Virtual PTA meeting is still happening, even if there is a snow day.
The PTA General Meeting will be held virtually on February 12th at 7:00 PM. We will hear updates on planned events, educational programs, and after-school activities. Join us via Google Meetings.
https://meet.google.com/fwt-hwgq-cxk
Yearbooks are on sale now until April 4th. They will be distributed to your student in June. Yearbooks are $19.00. Please order online at www.strawbridge.net and follow these steps.
1. Click red box that says "Order pictures and yearbooks". Enter the Oak Hill code YB30399.
2. Enter your name and email; then click Access Yearbook.
3. Enter your student's information; then click Submit Details.
4. Select yearbook and the quantity;then click View Cart to checkout.
There will be only a very limited number of extra yearbooks available to buy at the end of the year, so if you are interested in a yearbook, please pre-order.
If you have a sixth grader and you need financial assistance, please email our counselors, Mr. Mitchell at asmitchell@fcps.edu or Mr. Frantz at gdfrantz@fcps.edu.
Imagine the profound impact of a single act of kindness—a simple gesture like holding the door open, truly listening to a friend, or sharing a warm smile. These may seem like small things, but what if, through your actions, you could potentially save a life? This is where Finn’s Mission comes into play, offering you the chance to be a hero! It's not too late to make a difference! Take the first step today by downloading the AHA Schools app or visiting heart.org/schools to join this vital cause.
Currently, 7% of students at Oak Hill have registered, and 1% have completed Finn’s Mission by learning the lifesaving skill of hands-only CPR. We urgently need your passion and commitment! We have set an ambitious goal: to have 50% of our entire school complete Finn’s Mission by February 21st. Together, we can achieve this incredible milestone and empower each other with the knowledge to save lives. Let’s unite in this mission and make a remarkable impact—because every heartbeat counts!
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Needed: Sweatpants/pants in various sizes. We are looking for a few pairs of pants in sizes 6,8, 10, and 12 (or S,M, L) to provide to students whose pants get wet due to mud, cafeteria spillage, etc). If you are cleaning out closets and find a pair or two in good condition, please send in to the office. Thank you!
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Presidents Day holiday.
See the complete school year calendar.
 The Franklin Band and Orchestra Camp is back!
When? June 23- July 11th Where? Chantilly HS
More information and registration is available at the camp website.
Oak Hill ES has started a food sharing program to reduce waste and food insecurity. The share table is in the cafeteria, and we encourage students to place their extra, unopened food items on the table for someone else to eat if they are still hungry after they have finished their lunch. There is no cost for this program.
Students can share unopened packages of chips, crackers,snack bars, dried fruit, unopened milk, juice or yogurt cartons,etc; whole fruit with peel.
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Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 School Year. You may register your rising kindergartener or any new to Oak Hill ES rising grade 1-6 student. Read more about the registration process, including the online registration option. For additional information, please contact Katherine Dillard, our school registrar, at Kjdillard1@fcps.edu.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
Please pass along to any neighbors who need this information.
PTA General Meeting
The PTA General Meeting will be held virtually on February 12th at 7:00 PM. We will hear updates on planned events, educational programs, and after-school activities. Join us via Google Meetings.
https://meet.google.com/fwt-hwgq-cxk
Spelling Bee
Training materials have been sent to parents of the registered students. The PTA will run an online test round from 21- 23 February and Spelling Bee finals will take place on 26 Feb at 5pm - 6:30pm in the Cafeteria. Our school winner will move on to the next round.
We are looking for volunteers to help judge, pronounce, record keep, stage setup, registration help, liason, and greet. Please consider signing up to help with this event here. Please contact firstvp@oakhillpta.org or president@oakhillpta.org for any information or you are willing to be part of the finals.
Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit
The 2025 FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, March 15, at South Lakes High School. Visit the Family Summit webpage for more information.
At the event, FCPS students will be invited to showcase projects and advocacy efforts around inclusivity in schools. This is a great resume-building opportunity, and students can earn service hours as well. Students may share their work in a share-fair environment using posters, essays, videos, songs, or art. They will interact with attendees through conversations about their work, ideas, and efforts to foster inclusivity in school communities.
Students must use this Google Form to participate by Monday, February 17. A list of possible projects is also on the form. More information will be provided after the student’s submission is received. Please contact Manuel Gomez Portillo with any questions.
✨ Centering student voice is part of FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered.
The FCPS Family Resouce Center has several webinars coming up in March.
Part 3: Violence Prevention: Responding to Threats of Harm to Others
March 4, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
This session will provide an overview of The Pathway to Violence, demystify the threat to others risk assessment process within the FCPS K-12 setting; and provide in-home strategies, school and community resources, and direction regarding keeping students safe when confronted with pervasive and/or significant concerning behaviors and explicit threats of violence.
Register here
Understand Executive Function Milestones, Challenges, & Implement
Effective Strategies at Home for Children in Upper Elementary (3-6)
March 14, 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
Supporting Mental Health: Recognizing and Addressing Anxiety and Depression in Teens
March 19, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for Part 3 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 identify mental health symptoms, enhance communication skills, and explore professional and self-care strategies.
Register here
Anxiety in the Context of Autism: What Parents Need to Know
March 7, 2025
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Join Dr. Jonathan Dalton, PhD, founder and director of the Center for Anxiety and Behavioral Change as he presents on the critical differences in the treatment of anxiety in Neurotypical (allistic) and Autistic children. We will focus on the differences between fear and dread and why traditional anxiety treatment approaches are often insufficient when treating Autistic youth. We will build parenting skills that families can use to help relieve the anxious suffering of their autistic children.
Register here
Part 3: Comprendiendo el Trauma en su Hijo
(presented in Spanish: Understanding Trauma in Your Child)
March 21, 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.
Parte 3: Estrategias para construir factores de protección
¿Cómo apoyar a los niños que pueden haber sufrido traumas?
Register here
Budget Updates
The Fairfax County School Board discussed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at their work session on February 4. They discussed details regarding student enrollment and investments in students requiring additional support, market comparison data for surrounding school divisions, and an update on progress toward achieving the Baldrige Award for Performance Excellence. Baldrige is a framework used to assess and improve organizational performance across various sectors, including education.
On Tuesday, February 18, the Fairfax County executive will present the county’s Advertised Budget, and the Fairfax County School Board will hold a work session on the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget. View FCPS’ Budget Development Calendar.
More than 85% of the budget is dedicated to instruction and reflects the needs of our community’s young people in response to the changing world around us. Budget priorities include providing competitive compensation for all employees, including a 7% salary increase for all staff. The majority of the budget increase is dedicated to that proposed 7% pay increase.
Our families want their children in high-quality schools with the best teachers who provide rigorous academic experiences. We must provide competitive compensation to attract and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students.
The proposed 7% salary increase would likely move FCPS to the highest starting salary for teachers with a master's degree among our neighboring counties and greatly improve our recruitment efforts amidst an ongoing teacher shortage. Visit the Budget webpage for more information.
🧲 Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts.
Registration for the 2025-26 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 4, through Friday, April 4. Learn more about the programs on the Elementary Magnet Schools page and information on the magnet lottery on our Registration page.
Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change)
FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community.
For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.
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