Hunters Woods ES News and Notes: June 6, 2025


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Calendar Reminders

June 10: Field Day 🏅

June 11: 🎉 Last Day of School (2-Hour Early Release 1:40 p.m.)

August 15: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., HWES Open House🏫

August 18: First Day of School for the 2025-2026 school year

🗓️CLICK HERE for the 2025-2026 FCPS Calendar


Eid al-Adha

Eid Mubarak to all who observe! Eid al-Adha, or the “Feast of Sacrifice,” is the second of two main holidays celebrated in Islam. Muslims believe that Eid al-Adha signifies the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim, known as Abraham in Christianity and Judaism, to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as ordered by Allah. It focuses on sacrifice, the pilgrimage to Mecca and giving to those less fortunate. 


Back to School 2025-2026

🏫 2025 HWES Open House

Friday, August 15 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m.,  HWES Open House

2025 First Day of School 🎒 

Monday, August 18 is the first day of school for the 2025-26 school year. View the 2025-26 school year calendar.


Kindergarten Registration 🐻

Kindergarten registration will start soon for the 2025-2026 school year.

If you have a child starting Kindergarten next school year, (DOB by September 30, 2020), please fill out the Online Intake Registration Form

If you have any questions about registration, please contact our Student Information Assistant (SIA), James Racine at jpracine@fcps.edu. 


Library Books Due 📚

The school year is wrapping up, and our library books are eagerly awaiting their return! If you still have books checked out, please bring them back to the library as soon as possible.

Returning your books promptly helps us get everything ready for the next school year. Thanks for your help!


Please Pick Up Student's Medication by June 11💊

All medications kept in the school health room must be picked up by a parent or guardian PRIOR TO DISMISSAL ON THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, Wednesday, June 11th. 

Any medications left in the health room after dismissal on the last day of school will be discarded.

If have any questions please contact the school health aide, Sara Ehrlich, at (703)262-7410 or seehrlich@fcps.edu or the Public Health Nurse, Tracy Engle, at (571)459-8731.


💉7th Grade Immunization Requirement

The Code of Virginia, requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases. All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunization prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Students who do not meet this requirement will be unable to start school in the fall.


Summer Camp Opportunities 🏕️

Summer Camp

The resources listed here are provided for informational purposes only. They do not reflect recommendations or endorsements by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) or the FCPS Family Resource Center.

Tech Adventure Camp (Grades K-6)

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a weekly exploratory camp designed to give students the opportunity to explore Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas by rotating through daily classes. The camp is open to students in grades K-5 during the 2024-25 school year.

Classes are modeled after CTE program areas and include:

  • Business and Marketing
  • Family and Consumer Sciences
  • Health and Medical Sciences
  • STEAM
  • Trades

Registration begins Monday, March 10 and ends Friday, June 6.

More information is here

Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) Grades 2-5

E-IFTA is a vibrant weekly arts camp designed for elementary-aged students who love to sing, dance, act, and create! Each day, campers dive into four exciting classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts, led by passionate FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging experiences. Watch your child’s imagination soar as they explore their creativity, make new friends, and discover the joy of artistic expression!

Registration begins Monday, March 10 and ends Friday, June 6.

More information is here

Institute for the Arts (IFTA) Grades 6-11

The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a dynamic summer enrichment program that offers hands-on classes in visual arts, music, theater, and dance, culminating in an exciting showcase performance. Here, aspiring artists can explore their creativity and develop their unique voices in a supportive and inspiring environment!

More information is here

Registration begins Monday, March 10 and ends Friday, June 6.


School Year Calendar 📅

To assist with your planning, view the FCPS 2025-2029 standard school year calendar here. Any changes will be communicated as early as possible.


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