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Spring Pictures and Class Photos are coming on Thursday, March 13th.
What to Expect on Spring Picture Day
- All students will be photographed.
- Multiple photos will be provided for each student.
- Each class will take a class photo.
What to Expect After Portrait Day
- Approximately ten days after picture day, parents will have the option to order online. Free shipping will be offered during a two-week period once images are online
- If you have questions regarding picture day or online ordering, please contact the following email: Underclass@vosphoto.com
If you would like to volunteer to help with picture day, please contact Mrs. Lisa Dial at 703-924-5600 or ldial@fcps.edu.
 Upcoming Events
- February 28 - March 14, Read-A-Thon
- March 19, PTA General Body meeting
Read-A-Thon is over on Friday!!
There are just 4 days left in our 2025 Read-a-Thon! Keep on logging pages and collecting pledges! We are currently at $3900 …. Can you help us meet our goal of $10,000? Use the link below to fundraise online
https://app.givebacks.gives/bhesreads2025
The classes in both PreK-2 and 3-6 with the most pages read or most funds raised will get an ice cream party! The top readers overall will also get a fun surprise!
Odyssey of the Mind
Congratulations to the 5 Bush Hill Odyssey of the Mind teams which competed in the NovaEast Regional Odyssey of the Mind Tournament on Saturday. The teams displayed tremendous creativity, enthusiasm, and team work! In addition, one team (with 5th and 6th graders) coached by Susan Nightingale and Anne Baynes placed first in their division and problem and qualified for the Odyssey of the Mind State tournament in Newport News, VA. Way to go, Panthers!
Register now for Spring Enrichment!
Register now for BHES Spring Enrichment programs! Head to the main registration page linked below for information on all the programs.
Spring Enrichment Programs Full List
Staff Appreciation Week
This is a huge week for our school to show our appreciation to the entire Bush Hill staff. We need volunteers to be on the committee to schedule and come up with ideas for the events for the week. Please reach out to the PTA if interested!
Kids Business Fair @ BHES
Bush Hill Elementary School is having their first Children's Business Fair on Saturday May 17th from 1-3pm in the school gym. The business fair will be a fun-filled event that allows young entrepreneurs to show off their businesses in the live marketplace. The kids have a real-world opportunity to showcase their products and interact with consumers in the community. Save the date, more information and signup coming soon!
Interested in PTA Board, We Need You!
We need people who are interested in PTA board positions for SY 25-26. Current board members are available for discussion if you have questions about the positions. Please reach out. More people involved makes things so much lighter!
Email us if questions, comments, or concerns: ptabushillelementary@gmail.com
Follow us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/BushHillES/
 
Books, Lunchboxes, Sweaters, Hoodies are all in our Lost & Found. Please check to see if you are missing anything. All unclaimed items will be donated over Spring Break.
Upcoming DFS Virtual Parent Cafe and Additional Resources
Social Media Panel for Teens and Parents
Tuesday, March 11th 6:30-8pm
Free Virtual Parent Café: Social Media Panel for Teens and Parents | Family Services
DFS Monthly Newsletter
Subscribe to the DFS Newsletter Here: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/VAFAIRFAXCOUNTY/subscriber/new?topic_id=VAFAIRFAXCOUNTY_165
We look forward to welcoming our newest Panthers to Bush Hill Elementary for School Year 2025-26. Registration packets are available in the Bush Hill ES Main Office, or you may download the forms using the links below. Want to try Online Registration? 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.
The registration requirements are as follows: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/general-registration-requirements
For further information, the Fairfax County Public Schools website is www.fcps.edu and the Bush Hill Elementary website is https://bushhilles.fcps.edu/
Ready to register? Have Questions? Need additional information? Please contact our Registrar, Ms. DePalma @ (703) 924-5600. Thank you!
Spring is coming, we promise! We are well on our way to another Green Flag from EcoSchools. Go Panthers!!! This year we need your help with the garden and spring cleanup. We have volunteer opportunities that will take 10 minutes up to recurring support throughout spring. Can you collect newspapers/magazines? Do you find weeding and cutting back gardens relaxing? We could use your help on your own time or during a STEAM class!
We have two Sign Up Genius(es) to choose from:
- For parents and guardians who can help on their own timeline: sign up here. or use https://bit.ly/3CEGvcR
- For parents and guardians who can help during STEAM class time: sign up here. or use http://bit.ly/3CQ8Vk4
Email Mrs. Blackburn if you have questions jlblackburn@fcps.edu
As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school on time every day. Doors open at 8:50 AM and school starts promptly at 9:10 AM. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.
Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.
Order deadline is Friday, April 18, 2025
The 70th Annual Regional Science Fair will take place at Robinson Secondary School the weekend of March 21-23.
The fair is open to the public on Sunday, March 23, 1-3 p.m., during the Open House. Community members are invited to see the project displays and congratulate our high school student participants.
Visit the science fair webpage for more information.
Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors ages 6 weeks to 4 years living in Fairfax County.
Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children 3 years old by September 30. Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from expectant mothers and for children 6 weeks to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, however, space is limited and provided based on need, not “first come, first serve.” Applications are accepted online, by email, by postal mail, or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
Ayude a sus hijos a tener un gran comienzo: Presente su solicitud para los programas de educación de la primera infancia Los programas de prekínder y Early Head Start de FCPS ofrecen una experiencia de aprendizaje temprano de alta calidad para niños con factores de riesgo económico y educativo que reúnan los requisitos y que tengan entre 6 semanas y 4 años y vivan en el condado de Fairfax.
El programa de prekínder da prioridad a los niños de 4 años, pero también acepta solicitudes de niños de 3 años cumplidos antes del 30 de septiembre.
El programa Early Head Start se encuentra en tres escuelas primarias —Clearview, Crestwood, y Dogwood— y acepta solicitudes de mujeres embarazadas y para niños de 6 semanas hasta 2 años.
Se anima a las familias a presentar sus solicitudes lo antes posible; sin embargo, el espacio es limitado y se ofrecen en función de la necesidad y no «por orden de llegada».
Se aceptan solicitudes por línea, correo electrónico, correo postal o en persona en nuestra oficina ubicada en 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el proceso o el estado de la solicitud, llame al 703-208-7900 (inglés) o al 703-208-7901 (español).
2025 Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging! (an extension of the Special Education Conference)
Families, educators, and community members are invited to the 2025 FCPS Family Summit - Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging, hosted by Fairfax County Public Schools in collaboration with our valued community partners. This free in-person event will be held Saturday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at South Lakes High School.
Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You can sign up for childcare during the registration process.
Learn more about this event and register today! Contact FamilySummit@fcps.edu for more information.
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