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Thank you to those who attended our SOL parent coffee! Here are the slides from our presentation, which includes links to the Virginia Practice Items, Test Blueprints, and VDOE Released Tests. If you have any questions about the SOL’s or any assessments, please reach out to our testing coordinators Kaitlyn Side (kmside@fcps.edu) and Alison Garner (abgarner@fcps.edu).
Spring Portraits are now available to view and order online! All orders will include free shipping for the next two weeks until April 28th.
Please remember, the online code is the Student ID Number.
vosphoto.com/uc
Parent questions/concerns regarding portraits can be directed to underclass@vosphoto.com
Upcoming Events
- April 28, Paisano’s restaurant night
- May 5-9, Staff Appreciation Week
- May 7, Bike, Walk, and Roll to School
- May 8, Community Night
- May 17, Kids Business Fair
Bush Hill’s 5th and 6th grade Odyssey of the Mind team (working on the AstronOMical Odyssey Performance Problem) will be competing at the statewide Odyssey of the Mind tournament in Newport News, Virginia on Saturday, April 26th. Good luck to our Panthers! We are so proud of you!
- Good Luck BHES Students in Chess Tournament!
Bush Hill has 13 students attending an area wide five round chess tournament put on by Your Best Chess on Saturday, April 26th. We wish these students the best of luck at the tournament!
- Walk, Bike, Roll to School
Volunteers needed to help ensure the route is blocked off and safe for the kids to get to the school. The starting point will be the New Life Church on Trin Street. We will need people on Old Rolling Road, Brookland Road and Westchester Street. See the signup here Volunteer Signup!
 Our Staff is the “Best in the World!" To celebrate our incredible team, we will be treating them to a travel-inspired week of fun from May 5th - 9th.
Our teachers and staff work tirelessly to provide the best education and support for our students, and we want to show them just how much they mean to us. This special week will be filled with activities and events that transport them to exciting destinations around the globe, right here at Bush Hill ES.
There is still time to get involved in planning these activities! We welcome any ideas and assistance to make this week unforgettable. Additionally, we are seeking donations via givebacks or contributions of services or new items related to our travel theme. Your support will help us create a memorable experience for our teachers.
Donate to Staff Appreciation Week
 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. Use the link below to sign up now! Kids Business Fair Sign-up
 We need people who are interested in PTA board positions for SY 25-26, ALL BOARD POSITIONS ARE OPEN!! 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 and more fun!
1 - Kindergarten Orientation @ 6 PM
5-9 Staff Appreciation Week
7 - Bike, Walk & Roll To School
8 - Culture Community Connections Night @ 6:15
12 -- Early Release @ 12:55 PM
20 -- Bush Hill Strings Concert @ Edison HS - Time TBD
23 -- Little Feet Meet
26 -- Memorial Day Holiday -- No School
27 -- Band & Chorus Concert @ 6:30 PM (students arrive at 6 PM)
 National Walk/Bike to School Day is coming:
SAVE THE DATE WEDNESDAY MAY 7TH
Students within walking distance of Bush Hill, along with their families, are encouraged to walk or Bike to school.
Bus Riders can walk to the bus stop together with their families or other bus riders.
Be sure to get your walking shoes and bike helmets ready for the BIG day!
We are organizing a “Bike Train” where bike riders can meet @ NewLife church parking lot and ALL ride together.
Address: 5502 Trin Street Alexandria Virginia
Meet Time: 8:25 – 8:35
Bike Train Leaves for Bush Hill @ 8:40
We hope to see our Kiss & Ride line shorter that day!!
Many Jurisdictions in Northern Virginia require the use of bicycle helmets. Fairfax County is one of them. Fairfax County Code Section 82-6-38.1 defines the use of a protective helmet while operating a Bicycle: Any person under the age of fifteen years of age shall wear a protective helmet that meets the standards promulgated by the American National Standards Institute or the Snell Memorial Foundation while riding or being carried on a bicycle on any highway, sidewalk, or public bicycle path.
Field Day Is Monday June 2 (Rain date Tuesday June 3rd)
We will be looking for volunteers for this AWESOME Day!!!
Look for more information soon!
Field Day T-shirts
Orders yours today! Flyers will be sent home in Tuesday Folders with ordering Information.
Please note: This year the color of the shirt is Sapphire Blue, the dry fit shirt option is Royal blue.
Orders must be received by Friday May 2nd.
No orders will be taken after this date, so be sure to order before then.
TO ORDER AND PAY ONLINE GO TO:
HTTPS://BUSHHILL25.ITEMORDER.COM
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Excellence Is at a Crossroads for FCPS
Excellent teachers are the heart of FCPS! They inspire our kids, go the extra mile, and make a real difference. The current county advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million for next year.
Being fully funded helps FCPS keep class sizes down and the number of highly-qualified teachers up. Keeping the best teachers includes compensation that allows them to live and work in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County budget priorities survey is open until Thursday, April 24. Take a moment to share your thoughts. Now is the time. Learn more about how excellence is at a crossroads on our website or in this budget video.
There will be a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, April 10. View the complete agenda. Find out how to watch and participate in School Board meetings.
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
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FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family engagement.
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FCPS Family Academy – We know that as a parent or caregiver, you play a critical role in your child’s education. The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child’s needs and learning at home. The Family Academy also includes information about resources to help you ensure your child has what they need to succeed. See upcoming events below.
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Family Liaisons – Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. Find out how family liaisons can support you and your family.
There’s an easy to follow five-step process for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!
Upcoming Family Academy Events
Check out some of the upcoming Family Academy sessions:
- Co-Parenting: Two Parents, Two Homes (available in English and Spanish)
- Getting to Know FCPS: A Family Orientation (available in English, Arabic, Korean, and Spanish)
- Learn About Lexia and How It Supports Students’ Individual Learning Needs
- Military Family Workshop on the Advanced Academic Program
- Family Resource Center Webinars on topics including: Cognitive Disabilities, Twice-Exceptional Students, and Teen Development.
Visit the Family Academy catalog for more information on these sessions and to register to attend.
✨ Building vibrant home, school, and community partnerships is Pillar B of the FCPS Strategic Plan.
Reach the Virginia Department of Social Services at 211
The Virginia Department of Social Services can help provide information and referrals for resources to those who need food, shelter, rent, or utility assistance. They can also connect individuals and families with resources regarding physical and mental health, job training, and transportation assistance. Individuals who would like to help others may also find volunteering and donation opportunities.
Reach 211 Virginia by phone at 211, or visit 211virginia.org.
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