07/18/25 Panther Press


Summer Panther

Message from Mrs. Briggs

Dear Panther Families,

We hope you are enjoying your summer!  The days are flying by and we are preparing for the new school year.  We've compiled some important dates and information to help your prepare, and we look forward to welcoming our students back!

 

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs


Important Dates

 

🍦New Family Playdate🍦

Friday, August 8, at 9:00 am on the small Playground

 

🏫New Family Orientation🏫

Wednesday, August 13, at 6:00 pm

 

🏫SHES Open House🏫

Friday, August 15, at 9:00 am

 

🚌First Day of School🚌

August 18, 2025, school begins at 8:50 am

 

📚Back to School Night📚

(For Parents/Caregivers Only)

Tuesday, August 26, at 6:00 pm

 

📅Labor Day Break📅

Friday, August 29 and Monday, September 1

No School

 

2025-26   School Calendar


Summer Office Hours 

Our office will remain open this summer with modified hours.  We are open to the public are from 9:00am -1:00 pm. Please call during this time if you need assistance. Our main office number is 703-506-3400.


Early Release Wednesdays

You may have seen news about early release Wednesday planning days for elementary schools. Please note the dates and times listed below for your calendars.  

Spring Hill ES will release students at 12:35 pm. As we continue to focus on attendance at Spring Hill ES, we hope you will consider making doctor and other appointments on these afternoons when possible.  

  • September 10
  • October 29
  • November 12
  • December 10
  • February 18
  • March 18
  • April 22
  • May 13

FCPS has created this webpage to provide detailed information about the early release Wednesdays.  



FCPS News

 

Summer Learning

😎🌞Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy: FCPS’ Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!

😋Summer Meals for Students:  FCPS’ Summer Meal Service Program provides breakfast and lunch free of charge to all children aged 18 and younger. Check FCPS’ Food and Nutrition Services webpage and the USDA Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder for specific dates, times, and locations. If you have any questions regarding the Summer 2025 meal service, please email SummerMeals@fcps.edu  or call 703-813-4800. 


 


Message from our Registrar

Please contact Ms. Kim at ykim1@fcps.edu if your student is moving/ transferring during summer.

Returning to school later than August 18, 2025 due to travel? Please notify Ms. Kim at ykim1@fcps.edu.

Please submit Intake Form for SY 25-26 kindergarten/ new student registration.