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- Calendar
- Meet our Specialists
- Early Release Wednesdays
- School Picture Day
- Back-to-School Night
- Get2Green Sign Up
- Safety Drills
- SEL Screener
- MAP Tests
- Hawks Kettle Wish List
- Useful Links
- September 9 - Special Election/Teacher Work Day (No School)
- September 10 - Fall Picture Day
- September 17 - Early Release Day | Dismissal at 12:20 p.m.
- September 18 - Back-to-School Night | 6:00-7:30 p.m.
- September 23 - Rosh Hashanah (No School)
- September 26 - Hayfield Spirit Wear Day (wear orange and navy)
See the complete school year calendar
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Wendy Ergler, School Librarian |
My name is Wendy Ergler. I am the librarian here at HES. Students attend a library class including a checkout every week in grades K-4. Students in grades 5-6 come in every other week for checkout and they come every week for one quarter for a class. They may also be in the library more often to work on projects. They are always welcome to come in and return books and check out new ones with their teacher’s permission. We have many volunteering opportunities throughout the year in the library. Click here to register as a volunteer at HES to get started helping in the library. I look forward to working with you and your child this year.
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Melinda Snyder, SBTS
School-Based Technology Specialist
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Melinda has been Hayfield’s SBTS since 2007. Before coming to Hayfield, she was a classroom teacher for grades 1, 5 and 2. She also worked as an eLearning Analyst and Instructional Designer in Tysons Corner. Ms. Snyder has a MA in Instructional Technology Leadership and believes strongly in media balance in a world that is driven by so much technology. Students at Hayfield learn about all aspects of digital citizenship, work on projects using the Google Suite and enjoy creative lessons through apps such as Wixie. Ms. Snyder is a mother of two and a proud Navy wife. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, watching her children on the lacrosse field and playing with her goldendoodle.
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Cole Torres, Physical/Heath Education Teacher
Full-time | All Grades
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Hi, my name is Cole Torres. I am the Physical/Health Educational teacher at Hayfield Elementary. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Sport and Exercise Studies in Health and Fitness as well as a master’s degree in teaching both from Randolph College. As my time in college, I ran track and field for Randolph College as well and competed in hurdles. This is my first year at HES and I have enjoyed my short time here and looking forward in building my roots in the community. So far in PE we have learned how to work as a team to achieve a goal. We have field day right around the conner with a date soon to come! I am excited to work with you and your child this year!
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Maliya Tillery, Physical/Health Education Teacher
Thursday - Friday | All Grades
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My name is Maliya Tillery and this is my second year teaching Physical Education at Hayfield! I love working with all ages of students and teaching life skills through sports. I have a 1st grader who attends Gunston Elementary, where I also teach. I am a Washington, D.C. native, and my favorite sport is lacrosse. I love being outdoors, traveling, and cooking. I am excited for another awesome year at Hayfield! I can’t wait for our upcoming Field Day. Look out for the date soon and please consider volunteering if you can.
Our first Early Release Wednesday is September 17th.
Please look for an email from Mr. O’Connor regarding your child’s status for Early Release Wednesdays. Some families still need to provide information about after-school plans or transportation, and the email will explain how to submit that information.
General information about Early Release Wednesdays, including all the dates for this year, can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/safety-and-transportation/limited-early-release-wednesdays
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Picture Day is Wednesday, September 10th!
Order forms were sent home in Thursday folders this week so be sure to check those backpacks!
You may order online at Strawbridge.net with an online code FM485206
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Back-to-School Night - Thursday, September 18th | 6:00-7:30 p.m.
This event will provide a structured opportunity for parents and guardians to meet with teachers and learn important detailed information about academic outcomes for each subject, curriculum changes, expectations for the school year, supports for students, communication methods for parents, and more.
6:00-6:40 p.m. Session 1
6:45-7:25 p.m. Session 2
*There are two sessions for families that have more than one child at HES. The teachers will be presenting identical information in Session 1 and Session 2.
Stop by the Volunteer FCPS table at the front of the school to register and ask questions about the new system.
Get2Green is an FCPS environmental stewardship program for students. Here at Hayfield, we are working to make a positive impact on our environment through recycling initiatives and gardening projects. During our meetings, we will engage in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities.
Students in grades 5 and 6 are invited to join our Green Team, led by Mrs. Taylor. The group will be limited to 20 participants to ensure proper supervision. We will meet before school from 7:45 a.m. - 8:25 a.m. on the dates listed on the form.
Please complete and submit this form to sign your student up for our Green Team! If you have any questions, please reach out to Alaina Taylor (ataylor8@fcps.edu).
Safety Drills During the School Year
Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance.
The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill.
Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.
⚠️ Know Our Security Terms
FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.
Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned.
If students, staff, or families have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
SEL Screener Parent Notification and Updates
The Fall Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3 through 12 in October.
Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit FCPS’ Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
New Math Screening and Growth Assessment for Elementary Students
Starting in September, FCPS elementary schools will use the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Math assessment to assess grade level mathematics skills in grades 1-6. The MAP Math test along with the iReady Reading test fulfill a state requirement to measure academic growth in grades 3-6 throughout the school year.
MAP Math tests are administered in the fall, winter, and spring. They help teachers identify students' strengths and areas where they may need more support.
Families can learn more about MAP Growth assessments by visiting the MAP Test Information webpage.
Please consider donating to Hayfield Elementary's Hawks Kettle. Snacks donated are to ensure all students that need a snack have one. You may purchase items shipped from another retailer or drop off items to the school during school hours. Thank you for your generosity!
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